🌞Hathaway School Community News🌞
🌻🌻🌻 May - 2024 - Update🌻🌻🌻
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Principal's Message
May is half way over! There is still a lot to celebrate! This month we recognize Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Jewish American heritage Month and we take time to remember the service of men and women who have given their lives for our freedom and our country on Memorial Day, May 27. More information about these important events below.
Each spring, students in grades three through eight participate in the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP). This year, students will take the following test(s) between May 6th- May 17th. We're almost done!
How can I help my child get ready for the CAASPP?
You are an important part of your child’s education. Some things you can do to help your child are:
Talk about the test with your child. Make sure they are not scared or anxious.
Tell your child that you and his or her teacher have high expectations and that you are both there to help, every step of the way.
Take a practice test with your child.
Make sure your child gets a good night’s sleep and a nutritious breakfast before testing.
Please rest assured that one of our primary goals is to make every child feel safe, welcomed, connected and a part of the Hathaway family. If you have any questions or concerns about your child's progress or need any support at school or home, please stop by, call, email or text us! If you or your student have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to the office staff or me at 805-488-2217
Mr. Beneke - Principal
Important Dates
- 05/06 - 05/17: - CAASPP State Testing Grades 3 - 5
- 05/20 - 05/24: - Mental Health Awareness Week
- 05/27: - Memorial Day - No School
- 05/31: - Cafe con Leche
- 05/31: - Family Picnic Day
- 05/31: - Third Trimester Minimum Day
- 06/14: - PK Promotion Ceremony
- 06/14: - TK/K Promotion Ceremony
- 06/18: - Last Day of School
- 08/21: - First Day of Instruction
Dairy Council Assembly
Students from TK to 5th grade got a special visit from the Dairy Council and one of their cows named, "Cowlifornia". Students had a great time learning about cows and how their bodies work and all of the kinds of yummy food they make. It was a great learning assembly!
Mental Health Awareness Week
The week of May 20th-24th will be Mental Health Awareness Week at Julien Hathaway Elementary. Please encourage students to participate in the following dress up days to bring Mental Health awareness. Students will be given information about Mental Health through out the week and strategies they can use to help themselves and others.
Monday: Wear some Green Clothes
Tuesday: Twin Day
Wednesday: Favorite Sprots Attire
Thursday: Wear Tie-Dye Clothes
Friday: Pajamas All Day
Hathaway Happenings!
CURSO DE INGLÉS
Familias, los invitamos a una noche informativa el 13 de mayo a las 5:00 PM en la cafeteria de Blackstock para conocer la clase de inglés para adultos del distrito escolar de Hueneme en
colaboracion con el colegio de Oxnard.
RESÚMENES DE CLASE:
ESL R800A HABILIDADES DE COMPRENSIÓN AUDITIVA Y EXPRESIÓN ORAL NIVEL 1
LUNES, MIÉRCOLES: 6:00-7:500 P.M.
COMIENZA EL LUNES 26 DE AGOSTO DE 2024
State Testing - Spring 2024
Each spring, students in grades three through eight participate in the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP).
This year, your child will take the following test(s) between May 6th- May 17th:
Smarter Balanced Summative Assessment in English language arts/literacy
Smarter Balanced Summative Assessment in mathematics
Smarter Balanced Summative Assessment in science (grades 5&8 only)
The Smarter Balanced Summative Assessments are online tests that measure what students know and is able to do. The tests include many different types of questions that allow students to interact with the test questions. Results help identify gaps in knowledge or skills early on so your child can get the support he or she needs to be successful in school.
To learn more about either the Smarter Balanced Summative Assessments or the CAST, go to the California Department of Education Parent Guides to Understanding Web page at https://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/tg/ca/parentguidetounderstand.asp.
You can look at sample test questions on the practice tests, which
can be found on the CAASPP Web Portal at http://www.caaspp.org/practice-and-training/index.html.
May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month!
5 Facts To Know About AAPI Heritage Month History:
- According to the 2020 Census, there are 24 million people in the United States who fall under the umbrella of AAPI, and the Pew Research Center has found that Asian Americans are the fastest-growing ethnic group in America.
- Lawmakers chose May because of its historical significance for the AAPI community. It commemorates the immigration of the first Japanese people to the United States, as well as Golden Spike Day (May 10, 1869), which marked the completion of the transcontinental railroad, largely built by Chinese laborers.
- Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month was able to exist due to the traction from the civil rights movement in the 70s; they were able to find momentum because of Black History Month and Hispanic Heritage Month.
- Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month was originally a week; it was President Jimmy Carter who signed it into law in 1978 designating a week to celebrate the AAPI community.
- President George H. W. Bush signed a bill in 1990 that extended the week into the full month and President Barack Obama changed the name to Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in 2009.
May - Jewish American Heritage Month
May is Jewish American Heritage Month! This month serves as a time to celebrate the contributions and experiences of Jewish Americans throughout our nation’s history. It was first federally recognized in 2006, thanks to the advocacy efforts of Jewish American leaders. This month is a chance for Americans of every faith to appreciate the contributions of the Jewish people throughout our history –- often in the face of unspeakable discrimination and adversity.
Memorial Day is a day dedicated to the service of men and women who have given their lives for our freedom and our country. It is also a time to remember loved ones who have passed away. The roots of Memorial Day observance goes back to 1865 and the end of the Civil Wear. Memorial Day is traditionally commemorated by attending a parade or visiting a cemetery to remember and honor our fallen service members.
There will be no school Monday, May 27, 2024 in honor of Memorial Day.
Important Message for 5th Grade Parents
Parents and guardians of 5th grade students,
Your student does not have to register for 6th grade. If your child is in 5th grade their registration information will automatically be transferred to Blackstock Jr. High School.
You will receive a packet in the mail in August containing important information about orientation, daily schedules and other events.
If you do not plan on having your student attend Blackstock Jr. High School please let us know.
If you have any questions please call Hathaway: 805-488-2217
Cafe con Leche/Coffee and Cream Parent Gathering
We are proud to bring our educational partners, "Cafe con Leche" to Hathaway! These parent and staff gatherings are designed to help you learn more about Hathaway, how schools operate, valuable community resources, ask questions and receive any support you may need.
Please join us Friday, May 31, at 8:00 am in our library. Blackstock Counselors will be sharing important information about how to get ready for middle school!
We are asking parents to sign in at the front office and then join us for some fresh coffee and pan dulce!
Attendance Matters!
Too many absences can keep your student from succeeding in school and life and slow academic and social progress. Last year our school attendance rate was 92%. This year we have set a goal for having a school attendance rate of 95%. Missing just 2 days of school a year can slow the progress of your student!
Please try to have your student attend school every day they can. If you are unsure about the health of your student our school nurse can help make the decision. Please call (805) 488-2217 if you have any questions or we can help in any way! Go Panthers!
Please Report Your Absences
If your child will be absent, please call the school and report the absence to our front
office: 805-488-2217 Please bring any doctor's notes or necessary documentation to
excuse any absence to the school office or email it to Veronica Hernandez
Start the day off right!
Dressed and Ready to GO!
Gentle reminders for dressing for success when coming to school: Please wear school appropriate clothing when at Hathaway.
Items that are not allowed:
gang-related insignia/graffiti on clothing, backpack or school supplies/work,
clothing with inappropriate writing (alcohol, drugs, weapons, disrespectful statements)
No clothing, hats or personal items with team/sports logos
Pajamas (except on celebration days)
sleeveless tops, see through blouses/shirts, low cut or bare midriff tops; spaghetti straps
Nothing that distracts from the learning environment is allowed.
If you or your student have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to the office staff or me at 805-488-2217
No Bullies!
Anti-Bullying Policy:
Hathaway and the Governing Board recognize the harmful effects of bullying on student well-being, student learning, and school attendance and desire to provide a safe school environment that protects students from physical and emotional harm. No individual or group shall, through physical, written, verbal, or other means, harass, sexually harass, threaten, intimidate, cyberbully, cause bodily injury to, or commit hate violence against any student or school personnel, or retaliate against them for filing a complaint or participating in the complaint resolution process.
If you or your student have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to the office staff or me at 805-488-2217
Safety First
Hathaway Community, one of the most important goals at Hathaway is for us to work together to keep all students, staff and educational partners safe as we enter and exit campus.
Please remember:
During morning drop-of and afternoon pick up, please do not park in red zones or double park on Dollie Street in front of the school.
Parking lots are for district staff and individuals who need accessible parking only.
Please remember to use crosswalks and sidewalks when walking to campus.
Please be respectful to staff as we work together to enforce safety for all.
Thank you in advance for your help making Hathaway a safe and excellent school!
TK AND KINDERGARTEN ENROLLMENT
Its that time of year again! Transitional Kindergarten (TK) and Kindergarten 2023-24 enrollment is now open!
Students who turn 5 between September 2nd and February 2nd may enroll in Transitional Kindergarten.
Students who turn 5 by September 1st may enroll in Kindergarten.
TK is offered at Bard, Haycox, Hueneme, Larsen, and Williams Schools.
Enroll for both TK and Kindergarten at Hathaway. If TK is not offered at Hathaway, office staff will assist in enrolling your child in one of the TK classes at another school site. Based on enrollment, TK classes may be added to additional school sites like Hathaway. To see a TK and kindergarten classroom in action, please watch this short video:
Further enrollment details can be found here: https://www.hueneme.org/page/registration
Registration Hours:
Monday - Friday 9:30 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.
Counselor's Corner Mr. Bravo
Please let us know if you or your student needs any support.
School Counselor: Clemente Bravo
805-488-2217 Extension: 1889 Email: cbravo@hueneme.org
To access the full resources of HESD Counseling Corner students and families click here: https://sites.google.com/hueneme.org/hueneme-school-counselors/home
You can also find additional support here: https://covid19k12counseling.org/.
May Lunch Menu
For detailed information about the 2023-2024 School year click below ↓
🕗 Hathaway 2023 - 2024 Bell Schedules 🕝
Every Wednesday is an early dismissal day!
Contact Us: 📬📞💻
Julien Hathaway Elementary School - 805-488-2217
Office Manager: Veronica Hernandez, vhernandez@hueneme.org
School Counselor, Clemente Bravo, cbravo@hueneme.org
Principal, Thomas Beneke, tbeneke@hueneme.org
Need to contact your teacher?
- Contact your teacher during during school hours
- Seesaw or Google Classroom
- Call your teacher: 805-488-2217 +classroom extension
Julien Hathaway Elementary School
Email: tbeneke@hueneme.org
Website: http://hathaway.hueneme.org/o/hathaway-elementary
Location: 405 East Dollie Street, Oxnard, CA, USA
Phone: 805-488-2217