Wagner-Holt Email Template

Dear ORCA Families,

We hope this message finds you well. As we move forward through this season, we want to remind you of the continued importance of consistent school attendance. Regular attendance helps your child stay on track academically, build meaningful social connections, and develop positive routines that will serve them well beyond the classroom.

Additionally, we’d like to inform you that the Mid-Year (MOY) assessment window will open from December 9th through December 20th. During this time, it’s especially important for your child to be present and on time, ready to demonstrate what they’ve learned so far this year. These assessments are a key part of tracking their progress and ensuring we continue to provide the best support for their growth.

We understand that occasional absences are sometimes unavoidable. If your child will miss school, please be sure to notify the office as soon as possible. When possible, we encourage scheduling appointments outside of school hours to minimize disruptions to their learning.

Thank you for your ongoing partnership in supporting your child’s education. Together, we can continue to foster their success and growth.

Warm regards,
Mrs. Herrera
Principal

Breakfast: 7:40 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. All meals are free to all students.

School Starts: 8:10 a.m.

Dismissal:

Kinder: 11:50 a.m. Minimum Day: 11:50 a.m.

1st-2nd: 2:15 p.m. Minimum Day: 12:11 p.m. (Front Gate)

3rd: 2:15 p.m. Minimum Day: 12:11 p.m. (Waudman Gate)

4th-6th: 2:21 p.m. Minimum Day 12:20 p.m. (Waudman Gate)

December:

Spirit Week: 12/16/24 through 12/20/24

Make-It-Take-It-Night: Thursday, December 19th 5:00-6:00

Spirit Week: December 16-20, 2024

Minimum Day: Friday, December 20th

Winter Break: December 23, 2024 through January 3, 2025

January:

Welcome Back from Winter Break: Monday, January 6, 2025

Big Smiles Dental: Tuesday, January 22, 2025

Kinder: Minimum Day: 11:50 a.m.

1st-2nd: Minimum Day: 12:11 p.m. (Front Gate)

3rd: Minimum Day: 12:11 p.m. (Waudman Gate)

4th-6th: Minimum Day 12:20 p.m. (Waudman Gate)

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We hope this message finds you well. We would like to inform you that the Middle of Year (MOY) assessments will be taking place from December 9 through December 20, 2024. These assessments are important as they help us measure your child's progress and identify areas where they may need additional support.

To help ensure that your child performs to the best of their ability, we ask that you encourage the following:

1. A Restful Night's Sleep: A good night's sleep plays a key role in helping students focus and perform well. Please make sure your child gets adequate rest the night before their assessment.

2. Attendance: It’s important that your child is present at school during this time. If possible, please avoid scheduling appointments or absences on these dates.

3. Encouragement: Encourage your child to approach the assessments with a positive attitude and to do their best. We are proud of all their hard work so far, and this is an opportunity for them to showcase their progress.

Thank you for your continued support in helping your child succeed. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to us.

Dear Parents,

We are excited to announce that our Spirit Week is just around the corner! From Monday, December 16th to Friday, December 20th, students will have the chance to participate in fun daily themes and show off their school spirit! Here’s what we have planned:

• Monday, December 16th – Fuzzy Socks Day
  Kick off the week by wearing your coziest, most colorful fuzzy socks!

• Tuesday, December 17th – Scarf and Gloves Day
  Stay warm and stylish with your favorite scarves and gloves.

• Wednesday, December 18th – Tree Topper for Your Head
  Get creative and wear a fun tree topper, like antlers, stars, or anything festive!

• Thursday, December 19th – Ugly Sweater Day
  It’s time to rock your funniest, most festive ugly sweater. The more outrageous, the better!

• Friday, December 20th – Cozy Pajamas Day
  End the week in ultimate comfort by wearing your favorite cozy pajamas.

We look forward to seeing all the creative and festive outfits our students come up with. Let’s end the year on a fun and spirited note!

Sincerely,

Wagner Holt Activities Committee

Dear Parents,

We are excited to announce that Big Smiles Dental will be visiting Wagner Holt on Tuesday, January 22, 2025 to provide free dental care for students. This is a great opportunity to ensure your child’s dental health is in top shape!

If you would like your child to receive dental services, please complete the online registration at www.MySchoolDentist.com. For any questions or assistance, you can also reach Big Smiles Dental at 855-482-8639.

Additionally, registration forms are available in the main office during regular business hours (7:30 AM – 2:30 PM).

Don't miss out on this opportunity for your child to receive important dental care!

Dear Parents and Guardians,

At Wagner-Holt, we are proud to uphold our ORCA expectations, which guide students to be their best every day. We ask for your support at home in reinforcing these expectations. By discussing these guidelines regularly with your child and modeling these behaviors, you can help them understand the importance of being a safe, responsible, and engaged member of our school community.

Together, we can ensure that Wagner-Holt remains a positive environment for learning and growth. Thank you for being an essential part of our ORCA family!

1. Organized

   • Arrive at school on time and report to the correct location.
   • Keep toys, sports equipment, and valuables at home.
   • Wear closed-toe shoes and follow the dress code.

   Responsible & Respectful

   • Follow directions the first time they are given.
   • Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself.
   • Show empathy and kindness toward others.
   • Be honest and trustworthy.

   Community & Engagement

   • Cooperate and show consideration for others.
   • Be polite, encouraging, and supportive of classmates.

   Achievement

   • Strive to improve and be a better ORCA every day.

   Safety

• Walk bikes, scooters, or skateboards on campus.
• Report unsafe or inappropriate behaviors to an adult immediately.
• By following these expectations, we create a community where everyone feels safe, valued, and ready to achieve great things!

Dear Parents,

To ensure a smooth and safe drop-off and pick-up experience for all, we kindly ask you to follow these protocols:

1. Parking: If you are waiting to pick up your child, please park your car. This helps maintain the flow of traffic and avoids congestion.
2. No Blocking: Please do not block the handicap parking spaces or stand on the driveway, as these areas need to remain accessible at all times.
3. Pick-Up Location: Wait for your child on the sidewalk by the main gate.

Thank you for your cooperation and helping us create a safe and efficient environment for everyone.

As we continue into the second quarter, we want to emphasize the importance of safety for all our students. We’ve observed some students crossing Waudman Avenue outside of designated crosswalks while rushing to their vehicles.

Ensuring the safety of your child remains our top priority. We kindly ask you to encourage your child to use the crosswalks and avoid jaywalking, as it significantly reduces safety risks.

Thank you for your cooperation in creating a safer school environment.

Every school day is a chance for your child to grow, learn, and shine! 🎉 Each day is packed with fun lessons and activities that help build important skills and knowledge. When they’re in class, they’re making big strides toward success and staying on track in their learning journey.

Let’s keep teaming up to make every day an amazing one for our students! Thank you for being such a fantastic part of their educational adventure—we couldn’t do it without you! 😊✨

Dear Lodi Unified School District Parents and Guardians,

Each year, the district desires to obtain community input to measure parent and family engagement, including how well the district builds relationships between school staff and families, builds partnerships for student outcomes, and seeks input for decision-making. Each year the district collects this information in part using the Parent Climate Survey. This survey also helps determine the allocation of services included in the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP), and is used to evaluate the School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) for each Title I school site. It is a valuable source of information, and we hope that you take the time to answer thoughtfully. The survey should take about 15 minutes to complete. The survey will be available from December 9th to December 20th. This link will take you to the survey. Your responses will remain anonymous.

Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback!

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