November Newsletter
Rabbit Creek Elementary
Principal Update:
Rabbit Creek Families,
November is a month of showing gratitude and grace. Every day, I am moved and inspired by what I have experienced during my short time here at Rabbit Creek. Every day, I am proud to be apart of this community and stand in awe by the devotion of our staff and their unique ability to teach and inspire our children. I am thankful for the amazing support of our parents and community. Thank you!
I believe that the success of our school is built on a foundation of mutual respect and inclusiveness. Every day, dedicated teachers and staff nurture a culture of fairness, equity, all focused on the goal of providing a safe learning environment for our students and families. As we work on our Professional Learning Community, Rabbit Creek is committed to continuing this focus and supporting our families during the school day and beyond.
Our Mission: At Rabbit Creek, we strive to create a safe and inclusive environment that fosters high levels of academic and social emotional standards to prepare ALL students for success and future challenges.
During this time of appreciation, I want to share my gratitude and thank you for supporting the Rabbit Creek staff by inquiring about your child’s education, volunteering, donating to our fundraisers, and signing your children up for our school activities. Being able to visit with so many families throughout our Parent-Teacher conference week was educational and rewarding. It is community that brings us together!
Respectfully,
Ashley Bais
Principal
Have a student birthday/celebration coming up?
We welcome families to drop off items for student birthdays (store-made goodies, healthy snack, stickers, pencils, etc.) We ask that you please drop off at the office or send to school with your child. Your child's teacher is able to distribute throughout the day as it fits their schedule. Thank you for helping facilitate these celebrations!
Need to report an absence?
Please log into the Q ParentConnection Link at: https://www.asdk12.org/domain/1697
Rather than making a phone call, you may report an absence through your online portal. Absences may be reported for:
- Absences can be reported for 3 days in the past, the current day, and 3 days in the future.
- The following reasons are allowed:
- Sick
- Religious
- Medical Appointment
- Absences can be reported for full day or partial day
- Parents and guardians can review previous entries, and if/when the absence has been processed by the school
- Click Previously Reported
See the Parent Training Video to view the parent's process.
Interested in learning more about the Alaska Reads Act?
AK Reads Act Family Resource: https://education.alaska.gov/akreads/Parent%20Book%20Final.pdf
In addition, our Communications Department filmed and released a Partnering with Parents video on Alaska Reads and mClass Home Connect Report. A link to the video is HERE. More information will be shared during our K-3 Parent-Teacher Conferences.
6th Grade Moving to Middle School:
ASD is in the process of preparing for our 6th graders (current 5th graders) to transition to the middle school level. Last February, the School Board approved a two-year transition plan of remaining 6th graders at neighborhood elementary schools to comprehensive middle schools. Our Moving to Middle School project is one of many new projects being launched this year and next year. As you continue to support our amazing students this school year, this new web page will be the best resource to help you support them for next year’s big move to middle school. We will be updating it throughout the year as planning continues.
Upcoming Events
- October 30th- Wear Red for Red Ribbon Week/Drug Awareness
- October 30th-November 15th- K-2 Speedstacks
- November 4th- Rabbit Creek Christmas Towne Bazaar 10:00-4:00
- November 7th- Texas Roadhouse Dine-to-Donate Fundraiser
- November 8th- Picture Retake Day
- November 10th- No School
- November 13th- First day of serving Traditional School Lunches
- November 14th- PTA Meeting at 7:00 in the Library
- November 15th-17th- Rabbit Creek Book Fair
- November 23-24th- Thanksgiving Break
- November 27th-December 15th- Net Sports 3rd-6th
- December 6th- K-2nd Winter Craft Day
- December 7th-3-6th Winter Craft Day
Land Acknowledgement
South High School Student Government Presents:
We are happy to announce that the South Anchorage High School Student Government will be putting together a Trunk or Treat event next Monday, October 30th. This event is open to all kids! It will be a fun event with free and safe trick or treating and activities. Students are encouraged to come dressed up! Our South soccer moms will be selling hot dogs and hot chocolate for anyone that gets hungry during the event. A flier to share with your school's families is attached to this email.
Event Details--
Where: South Anchorage High School Student Parking lot (the event will be held in one half of the lot and parking will be available in the other half)
When: 5:00-7:00 PM, October 30th
Children may not come unattended.
We hope to see your students there!
Please let us know if you have any questions,
South Student Government
Winter Craft Club
Dear parents,
We are excited to announce that registration for our Winter Craft Club is now open, and we invite your child to join in on the creative fun! Ready to get creative? Sign up now!
December 6th (K-2nd graders):
https://forms.gle/7STWei4dyWyAbRZj6
December 7th (3rd-6th graders):
https://forms.gle/c5Bq4FRr3P7Jd2636
Winter Craft Club Details:
- Dates: December 6th K-2nd & December 7th 3rd-6th
- Cost: $5
- Please note: To ensure a high-quality experience for all participants, we have limited spots available for the Winter Craft Club. In the event that we receive more than 25 sign-ups, we will conduct a lottery to determine the final list of participants. Spots are not guaranteed.
If you have any questions or require further information, please feel free to reach out to Amanda Fowler at membershipvp@rabbitcreekpta.org
Register for Net Sports :
REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/JgUKRrx5fKhiy5486
Registration closes on Monday, November 20th at 6pm
Healthy Future Logs
Students who are active for at least 60 minutes a day, 15 days a month, and record their activity on the Healthy Futures Activity Log are awarded fun incentives at the end of the month when they turn completed their Healthy Futures Logs to Mr. Nees or Mr. Pemble, students also receive 1 ticket for each month completed for the grand prize drawing at the end of the year!
The grand prize can be selected from a menu of fun items including Ladderball, Spikeball, a Healthy Futures Hoody and more!
October's Healthy Future log incentive is a multi colored yo-yo!
Stay active!
Printable Forms: https://healthyfuturesak.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/HF-Activity-Log.pdf
Student PICK UP/ DROP OFF
Pick Up: 3:30-3:40 PM
Within a School Zone
Drive Slowly
Be prepared to stop
Put cell phones away
Abide school person for safety
Traffic Jam
Contact Us:
Email: bais_ashley@asdk12.org
Website: https://www.asdk12.org/rabbitcreek
Location: 13650 Lake Otis Pkwy, Anchorage, AK 99516
Phone: (907) 742-5700