Did you know that Saturday, September 15th, is International Dot Day! This is a yearly event to celebrate courage, creativity and collaboration. The day is inspired by The Dot, a children's book by Peter H. Reynolds about a teacher who encourages a student to "make her mark.' The story begins with a small dot on a piece of paper, which leads to a journey by self-discovery and confidence.
Our kinder teachers celebrated International Dot Day today - check out all the fun pics!
September 15th is the beginning of National Hispanic Heritage Month and will go through until October 15th. During this time we honor the history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans. The month starts on September 15 because it's the independence day for several Latin American countries, including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. During this time, people celebrate with festivals, music, dance, and food, and learn about the important roles Hispanic Americans have played in shaping the country.
Please join me in welcoming our new PTA board members. We are happy to announce the new officers:
- President: Jenni Gurley
- Vice President: Yolanda Despain
- Treasurer: Tonya Heath Androni
- Secretary: Anthony Bruenning
Welcome to everyone - we are looking forward to partnering with them and all of you to make this a fabulous year for our Foussat students and families!
As a safety measure, beginning Monday, August 19, Foussat will once again return to being a "Closed Campus." TK/Kindergarten students may enter school through the Kinder gate, first to fifth grade students are to enter through the main gate. The gates will open at 7:45 for students to either have breakfast or go directly to the playground. Thank you for helping us keep our students safe!
We are excited to share our new cell phone policy, "During the Day, Off and Away," for the 2024-2025 school year (Board Policy 5131.8). Our goal is to create a safe and focused learning environment for all students by minimizing distractions and promoting their mental well-being.
Key Points:
Cell Phone Usage: Students must turn off (ringer/tone/sounds off) and store their phones in their backpacks upon entering campus. Phones should stay off until they leave.
Exceptions: Students with specific accommodations (IEPs, 504 plans, or medical conditions) may have phone access as specified.
Communication: Classrooms have landlines for students to contact parents when necessary. Phones will be accessible in emergencies.
Academic Benefits: Reducing phone usage helps students stay focused and engaged in class.
Safety and Security: This policy helps prevent cyberbullying, ensures students focus during emergencies, and reduces the risk of theft or loss.
We appreciate your support as we work together to enhance our students' learning experiences and well-being!
The window for families to purchase the Device Protection Plan is now open. We highly recommend families take advantage of this plan. The plan is only $20 and typical repairs for the new Chromebooks range from $100-$350. Purchasing the plan is much simpler than it was before. Payments can be made online with a credit card or electronic check at www.myschoolbucks.com. More information can be found on the ITS webpage under Student Chromebook Program.
The safety of our students is of critical importance to all of us and we want to protect them from injury. Even so, accidents do happen (at school and elsewhere) and required medical care can be expensive. Please know that your school does not assume responsibility for such costs but does offer you access to several student accident insurance plans for voluntary purchase. Details can be found in the attached brochure/enrollment form. Options are available to cover your child 24/7, anywhere in the world or you can limit coverage to school-related injuries only. The plans do not restrict your choice of doctors or hospitals. However, you’ll also have access to an extensive network of providers with discounted fees. Seeking care through contracted providers may further reduce your out-of-
pocket costs, particularly if your child needs surgery or hospitalization. This is the link for online enrollment https://myers-stevens.com/enrollment/
We have seen many students riding their bicycles or scooters to school without a helmet. Helmets protect their heads from serious injuries in case of an accident, helping to prevent concussions and other serious traumatic injuries. Always make sure your child is wearing a helmet every time they ride - it's a simple step that can save lives. Help them stay safe and enjoy the ride!
Please take the time to watch the video for dropping off and picking up students.
- Use caution when driving in the school parking lot. We have over 700 students being dropped off and picked up every day.
- Be courteous and polite to other drivers. Treat other drivers with the same respect you would like to be shown towards you.
- When you are dropping off or picking up your student in the drop off area, please do no leave your car unattended. Leaving your car unattended causes cars to back up.
- Ask your student to use the pedestrian crossing areas. We ask you to do so that we can keep all of our students safe.
Here is a great opportunity for coaching for parents/caretakers.
- 24-7 messaging with your coach
- Biweekly one-on-one video calls with your coach
- Self-guided Roadmaps on a variety of topics
- Journaling and action items
- Daily emotional wellness check-ins
- In-app clinical assessments
- Mobile access
Foussat Elementary School
Email: karla.doherty@oside.us
Website: foussat.oside.us
Location: 3800 Pala Road, Oceanside, CA, USA
Phone: 760-721-2200
Facebook: facebook.com/foussatschool
Twitter: @FoussatSchool