Shady Cove School Newsletter
April 2024
PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
It is hard to believe we only have a little over a month of school left. When you look out the window in the morning you don't know whether to wear a jacket, shorts, sweatshirt, tank top or bring an umbrella. The only thing this could mean is we live in Oregon in the Spring. With the onset of warmer weather it also means we need to do some reteaching of our dress code because student's attire tends to change for the warmer weather. Before leaving for school in the morning please make sure your child's attire is appropriate. If they are "dress coded" they will be expected to change. We will either provide an alternative clothing or parent will be called to bring them appropriate clothes. Please see our District Dress Code Policy below. Thank you so much for your support!
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Dates to Remember
5/1 Ready! for Kindergarten (2024-25 Kindergarten Families)
5/2 7th/8th grade Track Districts EPHS 1:00 pm
5/6 PTO Meeting 6:00 pm
5/7 - 5/17 OSAS Math and ELA Testing
5/17 No School Teacher PD Day
5/22-24 5th Grade Outdoor School
5/27 No School Memorial Day
5/31 Volunteer Lunch
5/31 Color Run (More information to come.)
6/3 PTO Meeting 6:00 pm
6/12 8th Grade Achievement Night 5:30
6/13 Last Day of School-Regular Schedule
School Hours
School Hours
Monday- Friday
End 3:25 pm
*Students are not allowed on campus prior to 8:15 am unless they are riding the bus.
April Character Trait
Creativity
Get ready for some fun as we focus on Creativity this month! One way to think about Creativity is “using your imagination to create something new or solve a problem.” Opportunities to be Creative are all around us! How can you find ways to be Creative as a family this month?
Creativity is 1 of 3 traits we will focus on throughout the year that helps students "Be Well". Throughout the school, students will be developing skills like emotion regulation, positive self-talk, and stress-management.
Here are some questions you may want to ask and talk with your child at home to connect what we are doing at school. These are great conversations to have around the dinner table or driving in a car.
- Can you share or show me what Creativity is?
- When you practice Creativity, how does it make you feel? Why?
- Is being Creative and using your imagination something you enjoy doing? Why or why not?
- When you think of Creativity, what emotion comes to your mind?
- How can being Creative help you to solve problems?
- Can you explain what I-Statements are and how you can use them?
- What is a problem you could solve using Creativity?
- How could you use Creativity to help you with positive self-talk?
- Is being Creative and using your imagination something you enjoy doing? Why or why not?
- How are you able to use Creativity to help you manage your stress?
Summer School
The program will consist of:
- Standards-based academic enrichment (math, ELA, Science...)
- Youth development: hands-on learning, SEL, inquiry based/project based
- Field Trips
- And much, much more...
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Online Registration Open
2024-2025 Registration is open for ALL students. Every parent is expected to register and update their information in Synergy. As we strive to improve communication with our families, it is critical to get your information updated and accurate.
Warm Weather Wear
As the weather warms up students start wearing their spring and summer clothing. Here are some guidelines from our handbook (see the dress code policy below):
- Clothing must cover areas from one armpit to the opposite armpit,
- Shorts need to be down 5 inches in length on the upper thigh. (This includes shorts that have holes above this should have covering underneath.)
- Halter tops or tops with the midriff exposed are not allowed.
Student will be asked to change if they have a fashion infraction.
Dress Code
Footwear
Additional Dress Code Information
- Cologne and perfume should be limited due to safety and allergy concerns. Cologne, perfume, body spray need to be left at home.
- Dressing in layers allows for comfortable weather changes throughout the day. Please be sure to label your child’s clothing.
- Students should wear comfortable clothing that will allow them to participate in school activities.
- Student shoes should be appropriate for playground play and please note your child’s PE schedule in order to send your child to school with the appropriate footwear for PE activities. Flip flops, platform sandals, or high heels are not safe footwear at school and are highly discouraged.
- Any clothing that is considered to be gang related will not be allowed.
- Unusual hairstyles that are distracting to the learning environment, need constant attention, or obstruct the student’s vision are discouraged.
- Keep your hands, arms, legs and clothing free of writing or markings. Sharpies are not allowed by students at school.
- All decisions of dress and grooming appropriateness are at the discretion of the principal or the principal’s designee.
Information Worth Repeating
Information From Our SCS PTO
Information From Our SCS PTO
- PTO Meetings take place on the first Monday of each month at 6:00 pm in Room 6 at the school. Come help us plan and support winter & spring school activities! We need you!
Become a Volunteer
Classroom parties and field trips are starting to pop up, as well as, parents wanting to volunteer in the classroom on a regular basis. ONLY those that have applied and have been approved through our district volunteer process will be allowed to participate in volunteering. This process is for the safety of all of our scholars.
Anyone may apply to become a volunteer. Before taking part in a volunteer activity, applicants must complete a criminal background check.
If you would like to become a volunteer please apply online by clicking here.
Volunteer Information/Expectations:
Referrals
What is a referral? This is a way we collect data on behaviors. Sometimes referrals come with a consequence, whether it be a natural consequence or disciplinary action.
If a staff member writes a referral then they must look at the definition matrix to determine if it truly is a referral and/or if it is a minor or major referral. We share this matrix with our students and it is also located in the student handbook, which is located on the student's iPad. As a staff we calibrate with this matrix so that we are all writing referrals the same way and for the same behavior.
Staff members are required to contact a guardian when a referral is written and we appreciate your support when we make this call. We understand that students are here to learn and grow. Our goal is to change an undesirable behavior and for the student to learn from this.
Jackson Youth System of Care - What the Help! resource hub provides information and support for youth, families, and educators in the areas of:
- Behavioral Health
- Housing
- LGBTQIA+
- Nutrition, health, safety & wellbeing
- Education, employment & life skills
- Leadership mentoring & social support
- Food Pantries
- Family Activities
- Legal services
- Special education services
- Clothing & basic needs
- Wraparound services
CANVAS - PARENTS AS OBSERVERS
IPAD INSURANCE
iPad insurance is $25 per student. It may be paid through ParentVue or by sending check or cash to school with your scholar. We highly recommend this insurance. You never know when an accident is going to happen. If you have not paid the insurance then you will be responsible for the cost to fix or replace the iPad.
IPad insurance is an annual fee. During the 2023-2024 school year, EPSD9 will continue to offer optional iPad insurance to students and families. The annual insurance will be effective from September 6, 2023-September 5, 2024. The cost for the insurance is $25.00. Without insurance, students will be responsible for all repair or replacement costs. Please click on this link for more information on iPad Insurance.
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Phone: 541-878-1400
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