We would like to say thank you to everyone who took the time to vote for our Site Council Team Member! We would love to give a warm welcome our newest Site Council Member....KRISTIN MONAHAN!!

Resources available to families at the San Juan Unified food closet

Did you know that San Juan Unified School District has a food closet? Located at the Central Enrollment Center (3700 Garfield Ave. in Carmichael, Room 14), the San Juan Unified Food Closet serves families who are in need of non-perishable food items, Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. except on non-school days and holidays.

Our food closet runs entirely on donations. If you are interested in meeting the growing needs of our community, please donate non-perishable food items in person. Please call (916) 979-8878 with any questions.

Recursos disponibles para familias en el armario de alimentos del Distrito Unificado de San Juan

¿Sabía que el Distrito Escolar Unificado de San Juan tiene un armario de alimentos? Ubicado en Central Enrollment (Centro de Inscripción) (3700 Garfield Ave. en Carmichael, Sala 14), el Armario de Alimentos del Distrito Unificado de San Juan atiende a familias que necesitan alimentos no perecederos, de lunes a viernes de 9 a. m. a 12 p. m. excepto en días no lectivos y festivos.

Nuestro armario de alimentos funciona enteramente con donaciones. Si está interesado en satisfacer las crecientes necesidades de nuestra comunidad, done alimentos no perecederos en persona. Llame al (916) 979-8878 si tiene alguna pregunta.

منابعی در دسترس خانواده‌ها در مرکز مواد غذایی حوزه تعلیمی سن‌ هوان

آیا می‌دانستید که حوزه تعلیمی سن هوان یک مرکز مواد غذایی دارد؟ این مرکز در مکز ثبت نام به آدرس (۳۷۰۰ گارفیلد اونیو در کارمایکل، اتاق نمبر ۱۴) موقعیت دارد و برای خانواده‌هایی که به مواد غذایی غیر قابل فاسد شدن نیاز دارند، از دوشنبه تا جمعه، ساعت ۹ صبح تا ۱۲ بعد از ظهر به جز روزهای تعطیل و روزهایی که مکتب نیست خدمات ارائه می‌دهد.

این مرکز کاملاً با کمک‌های مردمی فعالیت می‌کند. اگر علاقه‌مند به کمک و پاسخ‌گویی به نیازهای رو به رشد جامعه هستید، می‌توانید مواد غذایی غیر قابل فاسد شدن اهدا کنید.

برای معلومات بیشتر، لطفاً با این شماره تماس بگیرید ۸۸۷۸ ۹۷۹ (۹۱۶).

As we approach Staff Appreciation Week, the week of May 5 - 9, we invite our school community to come together in showing gratitude for our dedicated Teachers and staff. Your generous donations will help us create a memorable week filled with special treats and tokens of appreciation that highlight the hard work and commitment of our amazing team.

To contribute, please visit the SignUp Genius link below, where you can sign up for specific items/days that work best for your family! Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a difference and helps us express our heartfelt thanks to those who inspire and educate our students every day.

Thank you for your support in making Staff Appreciation Week a truly special event!

Join us May 19-23 for a BOGO Book Fair! This is to show our appreciation for all of the support you have shown our 2 Book Fair's this year! All the support you have shown this year has made our library bigger and better than EVER! Please click the link below if you'd like to set up an eWallet for your student with spending money for the book fair!

The Book Fair will be open during your child's lunch recess and for 1 hour after school each day! If your student is in Bridges, they will attend with a Bridges employee after school hours.

https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/ottomonelementaryschool1

We are so excited to announce the upcoming Day of Awesomeness on Tuesday, May 20! This is a fantastic event filled with fun activities! To ensure everyone has the best experience, it’s important to wear comfortable tennis shoes and socks! Your student will need socks to play on the inflatables!

We hope everyone is as excited as we are to celebrate our AWESOMENESS!!

In honor of Memorial Day, there will be no school on Monday, May 26. This day is dedicated to remembering and honoring the brave men and women who have served in the military and made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

Being late to school can be a big problem for some students. When kids arrive late, it can disrupt their learning and affect others too. Here are three important reasons why it’s good to be on time:

1. Helps You Learn More: When you arrive on time, you don’t miss any important lessons. Being late can make it hard to catch up with what everyone else is learning.

2. Teaches Responsibility: Being on time shows that you can manage your time well. Learning to be responsible now will help you in school and later in your job.

3. Makes Friends Easier: Arriving on time allows you to join your friends and participate in activities together. Being on time helps you feel like part of the group.

Let’s work together to encourage everyone to be on time so we can all learn and have fun!

Our Lost and Found is OVERFLOWING! With the mornings chilly and the afternoons warm, we have a lot of jackets that get taken off and left on the playground and nobody claims them. Have you lost something at school? Don’t forget to check the Lost and Found rack! It’s a great place to look for items you may have misplaced, like jackets, lunchboxes, or water bottles.

Wearing the right shoes on PE days is super important for all students! Tennis shoes, or athletic shoes, provide the support and comfort needed for running, jumping, and playing games. Here are a few reasons why having proper shoes for PE is essential:

1. Prevent Injuries: Tennis shoes have cushioning and support that help protect your feet and ankles. Wearing the right shoes can reduce the risk of injuries, such as sprains or blisters, while participating in activities.

2. Improve Performance: With the right shoes, you can move more easily and perform better during games and exercises. Good shoes can help you run faster, jump higher, and enjoy PE even more!

3. Stay Comfortable: Tennis shoes are designed for physical activity, so they keep your feet comfortable even during the most active games. This means you can focus on having fun and learning new skills without worrying about your feet.

Remember to wear your tennis shoes on PE days so you can be safe, active, and ready to have a great time!

We understand that some students may struggle with completing their homework. Here are some helpful strategies to support them:

1. Establish a Routine: Create a consistent homework schedule. Designate a specific time and quiet space for homework each day to help students focus.

2. Break Tasks into Smaller Steps: Encourage students to break down large assignments into smaller, manageable tasks. This can make homework feel less overwhelming and easier to tackle.

3. Use a Homework Planner: Help your child use a planner or calendar to track assignments and due dates. This can improve organization and accountability.

4. Set Goals and Rewards: Work with your child to set achievable homework goals. Celebrate their accomplishments with small rewards to motivate them.

5. Encourage Questions: Remind students that it's okay to ask for help. Encourage them to reach out to teachers or classmates if they are unsure about the homework.

6. Limit Distractions: Minimize distractions during homework time by turning off the TV and keeping phones or other devices out of reach unless needed for assignments.

7. Stay Involved: Check in on your child's homework progress regularly. Show interest in what they are learning and be available to provide support when needed.

8. Communicate with Teachers: If homework completion continues to be a challenge, consider reaching out to your child's teacher for additional support or resources.

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By working together, we can help our students develop good homework habits and succeed in their learning. Thank you for your support!

Attention Parents!

We are excited to inform you that we have free bus passes available for students in TK-12th grade in the office! These passes can help your child travel to and from school easily.

Please note that the bus passes will expire on June 30, 2025, so be sure to pick one up soon!

NEW WAY TO REPORT YOUR STUDENT'S ABSENCE: If your child is sick or not going to school, you can now report it online! Log into the parent portal, select the three lines on the top right, click 'Report Absence,' choose your student(s), enter reason, then click 'Submit.' This helps the attendance clerk keep records updated and also helps you, if you have students at different schools. Thanks for your support!

See further down for directions on logging into your parent portal!

Would you like to be a volunteer in your child's class? Drive on a field trip? Help out on campus? Please follow the directions on the link below to start the process!

Note: If you started the process but did not receive any communication on when to schedule your fingerprinting, please go ahead and move onto step 4 and set up your fingerprinting appointment. Thank you so much for your patience!

Come join us in coordinating and planning events here at Ottomon! Our PTA has created a way to sign up electronically! It takes less than 90 seconds!

Three things to do in Parent Portal:

1. Please verify all phone numbers and addresses are correct. This is really important so you receive our communication and we can contact you if your child is ill or has an emergency.
2. View your child's teacher. You can also find this out at the Meet the Teacher BBQ on Monday, August 7 or find out the first day of school!
3. Fill out the school funding form. Even if you do not eat school breakfast or lunch, this funding really helps our school! Thank you!

English Directions:

https://www.sanjuan.edu/cms/lib/CA01902727/Centricity/Domain/721/ParentPortalTutorial.pdf

Direcciones en Espanol:

https://www.sanjuan.edu/cms/lib/CA01902727/Centricity/Domain/721/parentportaltutorial%20spanish.pdf

Every Thursday - Early out at 12:55

May 1 - Sierra Nevada Family Night @ 5:30pm

May 5-9 - Staff Appreciation Week

May 19-23 - BOGO Book Fair

May 20 - Day of AWESOMENESS

May 26 - NO SCHOOL

June 2 - Awards Assembly - Please wait for a notification from your child's teacher regarding awards

June 6 - Field Day

June 9 - 5th Grade Promotion

June 10 - Kinder Promotion @ 10am

June 10 - Last Day of School - dismissed @11:55 - NO BRIDGES

Valuing our diverse, rural community, Ottomon Elementary's mission is to empower all students to develop their unique strengths and academic abilities through a focused commitment on literacy, analytics, and the arts.

Email: ottomones@sanjuan.edu
Website: www.sanjuan.edu/ottomon
Phone: 916-979-8228