Oak Leaf Weekly Update

Thoughts for Ukraine -
From the Alliance for Public Waldorf Education
In our interconnected world, we are all painfully, graphically, aware of the tragic situation unfolding in Ukraine - and in too many other places in the world - and of the disruption, suffering, and loss being experienced by so many. As educators, we especially hold the children of Ukraine in our hearts and thoughts. Our circle of colleagueship extends across the globe: there are five Waldorf schools and one curative school in Ukraine.

"Let there be peace on earth, and let it begin with me."

Resources from the San Diego School District:
Helping Your Students Cope With a Violent World: Edutopia article features strategies for helping children make sense with historical perspective, feel empowered, and inspire them to feel hopeful.
How to Talk to Kids About Violence, Crime, and War: Common Sense Media gathers tips and conversation starters to help you talk to kids of different ages about the toughest topics.
Talking to Your Kids About War: VeryWell Family explores ways families can speak with young people about war, including tips on sharing information and restricting media coverage.
It makes sense that the attack on Ukraine is causing you anxiety, experts say. Here’s what to do: CNN article that features tips for people of all ages.

For Elementary/Middle School Students
Resilience in a time of war: Tips for parents and teachers of elementary school children: This article from the American Psychological Association can help adults guide their young children beyond fear and to resilience.
Resilience in a time of war: Tips for parents and teachers of middle school children: The American Psychological Association breaks out tips and strategies for parents and teachers of middle school-aged children.

• Thursday Evening 3/24 Family Performance-7th grade play
• Friday morning 3/25- school performance- 7th grade play

• Spring Break: March 26-April 2

• April 12- CCK and GSK Parent Evenings
• No school: April 15-18 (unless we have an emergency closure)
• Saturday, May 14 Pastels on the Plaza
• No School May 30
• June 2 Last day of school

The Pancake Breakfast event for literacy month was a huge success! Thank you to the Ukiah Lion's Club, the Parent Council and all of the parent volunteers! Enjoy the photos below!

Our 8th graders participated in the Napa Valley Waldorf Track & Field Meet and our 8th grade 4x100 relay team won first place! Thank you to Stone Bridge Waldorf School for hosting this fun event!

Our school celebrates festivals throughout the year that represent a variety of cultures to help mark the transitions in seasons and to ground us in the experience of the world around us.

Holi is a joyful Hindu Spring Festival and celebration known as the Festival of Colors. It marks the end of the winter's darkness and calls for rejoicing in the bloom of spring time. Bright colors are everywhere as people throw “abeer” and “gulaal” (colorful powders) into the air, and on one another, to express their joy in the arrival of Spring.

Our very own Ms. Douthit shared this tradition with her students through story, song, and of course, celebratory powder!

Yearbook Presale Ending Soon

To purchase online: https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/my/RiverOakUkiah2022

The yearbook pre-sale is ending soon. 8th grade will continue to sell yearbooks in both parking on Wednesdays AND Thursdays.

The yearbook costs go UP to $30 after April 4th. APRIL 4th is also the AD deadline.

To place an ad, a parent or business can email yearbook@riveroakcharterschool.org

Uploading photos? Just email yearbook@riveroakcharterschool.org

Parent Council- 1st Thursday of the month at 5:30pm

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83003338895?pwd=b0grMXRpdVVFTExRcS9oa2RDNFZjUT09

Meeting ID - 830 0333 8895 Passcode - 289408

Charter Council Meetng: April 11, 2022 5:30pm
https://zoom.us/j/92651770030?pwd=bWdnUCs4TjBWMzl5U1hLL3NpSE96QT09

Meeting ID: 926 5177 0030
Passcode: Pw86W2

ROCS is hiring!

Teachers for Fall 2022

Paraprofessoinals for Fall 2022

Currently, one time testing coordinator- inquire within

Currently, certificated Substitute teachers

All jobs at River Oak Charter School
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