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Dear Parents and Guardians,

As we approach the end of the first nine weeks of the school year, we wanted to take a moment to update you on the upcoming schedule and remind you about accessing your child's grades.

The first 9 weeks will end on October 13, 2023 and report cards will be sent home on October 19, 2023. The final two or three weeks leading up to the report card distribution is when students can make a significant impact on their grades by staying focused, having good attendance, completing assignments, and actively participating in class. Students' daily attendance is of upmost importance. Strong attendance is the key to academic success.

We encourage you to stay informed about your child's progress throughout this period. You can access your child's grades at any time through Skyward. If you need assistance logging in or creating an account or even just help with viewing your child's grades regarding Skyward, please call our front office. We are here to help and support you. Your involvement in your child's education is vital, and we appreciate your continued partnership in ensuring their success. Together, we can provide the best learning experience for your child.

Orange Ya' Glad It's October!! ATTENDANCE INCENTIVES #ATTENDANCEMATTERS

Family Movie Night: October 20th

Saenz Elementary will be having our very first annual Family Movie Night on the school lawn. We will be showing Hocus Pocus! We hope that all of our Saenz families can attend this wonderful campus community event. A concession stand will be available to purchase pizza, drinks, and other snacks.

Scholastic Book Fair

Our Scholastic Book Fair will be held October 16- 20th. Please make sure to stop by our school library to purchase some fabulous finds! All money will go directly back towards our students.

Fashion Friday for Perfect Attendance

Students are permitted to participate in Fashion Friday if they have perfect attendance Monday- Thursday. Please ensure that we still follow dress code.

October Calendar of Events

School Picture Day: October 4th

STAR Students of the Month

These are students who excel in some of the following characteristics: exceptional academic achievement; exemplary personal and social qualities; showing a love for learning and engagement in the total school program; having good attendance, punctuality and discipline; and being a role model by setting a good example for others.

Fall Fundraiser: Candy Apple Factory

This year we will be selling gourmet candy apples as part of our FALL FUNDRAISER. Students who help raise money for our school will get the opportunity to participate in some amazing activities. Please stay tuned for upcoming information and details!

NEW Saenz Spirit Shirt Order

NEW SPIRIT SHIRTS FOR SALE

Saenz will be having a NEW SPIRIT SHIRT SALE in the next few days. Order forms went out October 2nd with students.

Book Character Pumpkin Decorating Contest

In our continuation to promote the love of reading, we will have our annual Book Character Pumpkin Decorating Contest on Tuesday, October 24th. We would like our Superstars to participate in our annual event, but participation is voluntary. First, Second & Third place winners will be awarded in grades PK-5th. All entries must represent a book character appropriate for age/grade level. Keep an eye out for a letter with the guidelines being sent home this week. We can’t wait to see all the creative and beautiful pumpkins submitted!

Accelerated Reader

Accelerated Reader Information

AR is up and running at Saenz Elementary. We encourage our students to meet their reading goals. Students work towards a weekly goal, a nine week goal and even a big end of year goal. Each grade level has weekly, yearly and nine week period goals. Students can wear their Met My Goal Brag Badge at the end of each AR week. At the end of the nine week period, they can shop at the AR store in the Library. The more points they accumulate at an 80% average, the greater the selection at the store. They will also have an opportunity to participate in a Bonus Reward. They can work towards having Fanta Float Fun, a Painting Party, some Slime Time and a Baubles and Beads craft session. Let’s not forget the AR Wall of Honor! What a great way to display the hard work and the love of Reading by having their name displayed on the wall!

Science Fair

Our campus Science Fair will be held on Tuesday, November 28th. We can’t wait to see all the great experiments our Superstars will be submitting for judging. This year all 3rd-5th graders will be required to submit a project. A campus parent information session will be held on Monday, October 9th at 5:30pm. Come join us to get some insight to Science Fair Projects Do’s and Don’ts. We will have Mr. Raul Gonzalez (a former NASA employee) as our guest speaker to highlight the importance of Science in education and the connection to developing critical and analytical thinkers for the 21st century.