Hannalei Stingray Parent Connection
August 11, 2024
Upcoming Events
Aug 15: First Day of the New School Year
Aug 19: Minimum Day - School releases at 12:58PM
Aug 26: Minimum Day - School releases at 12:58PM
Sept 2: Labor Day - No School
Sept 6: Ohana Lunch
Sept 11: Minimum Day - School releases at 12:58PM
Sept 27: Stingray Family Campout
Important: Please Complete
Registration for 2024-2025 - Final Step - Please Complete Now
Please note: If you log into Parent Portal and do not see an alert that says “Click Here to confirm information about your student” then you have completed this final step.
All parents of students TK-5 must now complete the Data Confirmation Process in Parent Portal. This is the final step in confirming your child’s enrollment for 2024-25! This process allows parents to verify student data, update emergency contact information, and acknowledge and review critical district information and policies.
Step 1: Begin the data confirmation process by logging into Parent Portal HERE.
If you forgot your password, select the “forgot password” option. (New families: An email from Parent Portal will have been sent to you after you registered in the office with a link to create an account)
Step 2: You will need your child’s 9 digit student ID to complete several of the forms. You can locate this number in parent portal by following these steps:
Select Student Info from the menu on the left in the blue section
Demographics in the drop down menu
Student ID is in the top left corner (9 digit number -Student ID)
Step 3: In a yellow box at the bottom of the screen, select “Click Here to confirm information about your student.”
Step 4: Be sure to fill out these required documents while you complete data confirmation in the “Documents” section.
Alternative Income Verification
Acceptable Use Policy/Device Insurance. Please be prepared to purchase the $20 device insurance with your credit card or come to the office with cash to complete the process. Device insurance protects the iPads so students can bring them home.
Student Health History (if needed)
Step 5: Repeat the data confirmation process for EACH child attending Hannalei.
Select “change student” on the top tab to complete for another child.
Please Note: You do NOT need to print out the documents
Transportation
Bus Routes to Hannalei
Bus Stops and Times:
Buena Creek @ Verona Hills - Depart 7:05 AM, Return 1:32/2:52
Buena Creek @ Lone Oak - Depart 7:07 AM, Return 1:34/2:5 4
Postal Way @ 955 - Depart 7:15 AM, Return 1:15/2:35
Postal Way @ 987 - Depart 7:19 AM, Return 1:17/2:37
How to get a Bus Pass:
Qualifying families will receive an email to fill out an electronic bus pass application or you may use the link below. Transportation Department will print out bus pass for those qualifying families that fill out bus pass application. Bus passes will be delivered to the pupil by the school bus driver.
Bus Pass Application 2024/2025
Solicitud para transporte escolar
You will need your child's 9 digit student ID number to complete the application. It can be found by logging into Parent Portal.
You can also apply in person at our Transportation Office
VUSD Transportation Office
760-726-2170 EXT. 92802
School Supply Lists and Welcome Letters
Below are suggested school supply lists for each grade level to begin the year:
A Better Way To Communicate!
The Information Technology Department is working to transition away from REMIND to ParentSquare.
Parents who download the ParentSquare app and create an account can interact by viewing photos, downloading attachments, leaving comments, messaging teachers, signing permission slips, and managing their communication settings and preferences.
About A ParentSquare:
ParentSquare is a robust communication platform that offers a host of tools that allow the district, school administrators, and teachers to communicate with families and students more effectively. Some features include:
· Mass Notifications and Urgent Alerts with two-way communication
· Mobile Application for administrators and parents
· Attendance Notifications
· Teacher Communication
· Direct Messaging and Chat with Two-Way Translation
· Social and Website Share
· Parent Teacher Conference Sign-Ups
· And More
Parents should have received an account activation email for their ParentSquare account during the week of June 17th. Those who do not register will still receive text, email, and phone notifications.
There are a variety of parent resources to ensure an effective launch at each school.
What is our Cell Phone and Smartwatch Policy?
The following policy is directed by the VUSD Board of Education.
Summary: Students must keep phones and all smart watches in their backpacks during the entire school day.
If you need to contact your child during school hours, please call the office. Likewise, if your student needs to contact you, they will be permitted to use the school phone.
See the complete policy below:
Students are not to use a smartphone or other electronic signaling device (including cell phone, smartwatch and personal tablet) on campus. Specifically, such devices must be turned off during instructional time and kept in their backpacks, except under the following circumstances:
In case of an emergency or in response to a perceived threat of danger.
When a teacher or administrator grants permission to the student, subject to any reasonable limitation imposed by that teacher or administrator.
Students who violate any school rules related to the use and possession of personal technology may have the following consequences:
- 1st and 2nd Offense: Device is taken away, student picks it up from Administration after school.
- 3rd Offense or Above: Device is taken away, parent/guardian picks it up in the office after school.
- Continued offenses will result in the student being placed on the Loss of Privilege list and a parent/guardian conference with Administration.
Misuse of personal technology resources on or near school property, in school vehicles and buses, at school-sponsored activities may result in disciplinary action up to and including expulsion from the District. Examples of misuse include, but are not limited:
Taking photos or recording of any person at school without specific permission from a teacher or administrator (see notification below, Electronic Listening or Recording Device)
Accessing, posting, displaying, or otherwise using material that is discriminatory, libelous, defamatory, obscene, sexually explicit, disruptive or without permission
Bullying, harassing, intimidating, embarrassing or threatening others (“cyberbullying”)
Disclosing, using, or sharing other people’s personal identification information (such as name, address, telephone number, email, or other personal information) with the intent to threaten, intimidate, harass, or ridicule that person
The school assumes no liability for personal technology, including computers, cell phones, smartphones, network access devices, or other electronic signaling devices, if such devices are damaged, lost or stolen.
What is our smart watch policy?
Our Smart Watch Policy is the same as our Smart Phone Policy. Smart watches include any watches that can send or receive messages, make calls, or make recordings.
Students are allowed to bring watches to school but they are not allowed to use them on campus during school hours. Watches and Phones should be left in their backpacks. The school is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
If you need to contact your child during school hours, please call the office. Likewise, if your student needs to contact you, they will be permitted to use the school phone.
Hannalei Parent Teacher Association
Hannalei PTA is motivated to provide improved experiences for all of our students! PTA is a partnership between parents, teachers, and staff.
Support PTA by becoming a member today through the easy online link below:
Meet Izzy: Hannalei's Good Boy!
We are so lucky to have a four-legged friend on campus! He is facility dog assigned to Ms. Lynn’s class to help spread calm and joy to all students.
We are happy to accommodate your student if they have an adverse response to being around dogs. Please read the parent notification below and let us know if you have any questions or concerns.
As a Community Liaison, I am here to serve our families’ needs through a variety of means:
Coordinating Parent Workshops (parenting, health-related, on academic topics, tech workshops, financial literacy, Rosetta Stone, etc.)
Setting up Teacher-Parent meetings when needed
Providing information about resources for families
And much more!
My goal is to empower parents to become active participants in their children’s education, and to help families who need assistance accessing services and making connections with our school and community.
I am located in the Parent Center (Room 24) and I’m usually in the front gate of the school greeting parents and students during morning drop-off. Please feel free to reach out to me anytime.
Sincerely,
Lili Gonzalez
Family and Community Liaison
760-631-6248 x42124
E-mail: liligonzalez@vistausd.org
Facebook: Hannalei Liaison Lili Gonzalez
Twitter: @HannLiaison
Our Preschool has Openings!
Educational Enrichment Systems (EES) partners with VUSD to provide high-quality, part-day preschool at Hannalei Elementary School.
- 8:1 Student to Teacher ratio (3-5 years)
- Free for families that qualify
- Health meals and snacks included
- Tuition assistance available
- Bilingual staff
- Afternoon Session, half day
If you are interested in enrolling your child or would like some more information, please call (760) 639-4175
PSST World Report It
"Psst World Report It!" is a secure, anonymous, and confidential safety tip line.
The report will be forwarded to school adiminstrators for immediate and further investigation.
Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports is a proactive approach to behavior management in schools and other settings. PBIS emphasizes teaching and reinforcing positive behaviors rather than solely focusing on punishment for negative behaviors. It involves creating a supportive and structured environment, setting clear expectations, and providing rewards or incentives to encourage desired behaviors. The goal of PBIS is to improve overall behavior and create a more positive and productive atmosphere.
All of our students are learning "The Hannalei Way: We are Respectful, We are Kind and Caring, We are Responsible".
Hannalei Elementary School
Email: hannaleies@vistausd.org
Website: han.vistausd.org
Phone: 760-631-6248
Facebook: facebook.com/HannaleiStingrays
Twitter: @HannStingrays
