Shuey Source December

The items you so graciously gave were picked up on Friday, November 26, by Rosemary's Project in partnership with Operation Healthy Hearts. The donated food items are projected to sustain families in need for the next three months. This is a truly remarkable impact made possible by your kindness. In times like these, we should be reminded of the strength and unity of our school community. Together, we are not just learning within our walls; we are making a difference beyond them.

As we approach the holiday season, please take a moment to reflect on the values that bind us together and strengthen our school family. This season, I am reminded of Habit 4: Think Win-Win; this habit challenges us to seek mutual benefit in our interactions, fostering a spirit of cooperation, empathy, and shared success.

The holidays offer us an opportunity to embrace the essence of this principle by showing compassion, gratitude, and generosity toward one another. Whether through acts of kindness, collaboration, or simply lending an ear to someone in need, we have the power to make a meaningful difference in each other's lives. I am deeply thankful for each of you—students, families, , PTA, teachers, and staff—who contribute so much to our vibrant community. Together, we create an environment where everyone can thrive, and for that, I am grateful.

As we celebrate this special time of year, let’s remember to extend grace to ourselves and to one another. Let’s practice Think Win-Win in our words, actions, and intentions, finding ways to lift others up while also nurturing our own well-being.

-Dr. Boeve

Habit 4: Think Win-Win is about finding solutions that work well for everyone involved. It’s about cooperating instead of competing, and believing that when we help each other, we all succeed together.

In a family, practicing Think Win-Win means looking for ways to make everyone feel happy and valued. It’s not about one person always winning or getting their way—it’s about creating a balance where everyone benefits.

Examples to Practice at Home:

1. Sharing Responsibilities: If siblings are arguing about chores, sit down together and divide tasks in a way that feels fair. For instance, one might do dishes while the other sweeps, and then switch the next day.

2. Choosing Activities: When planning family fun time, let everyone suggest an activity. Instead of just picking one, combine ideas, like playing a favorite board game before watching a movie together.

3. Resolving Conflicts: If there’s a disagreement, encourage everyone to share their feelings and work on a solution that respects all perspectives. For example, if two kids want to play with the same toy, they could take turns or play together in a way that’s fun for both.

4. Helping Each Other Succeed: Cheer each other on! If a family member is working on a project or learning something new, offer encouragement or help, so they feel supported.

By thinking Win-Win, your family can create a more positive and peaceful environment where everyone feels valued and cared for.

Being a PBIS Platinum Elementary School means the school has achieved the highest level of excellence in implementing the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) framework. This recognition signifies that the school consistently fosters a positive, supportive environment where students feel safe, respected, and empowered to succeed academically and socially.

A PBIS Platinum School demonstrates:

• Strong Systems of Support: Clear expectations for behavior are taught, modeled, and reinforced consistently across all settings.
• Data-Driven Decisions: The school regularly uses data to monitor progress, identify needs, and improve outcomes for all students.
• Inclusive Practices: Every student’s needs are met through proactive strategies, with a focus on equity and inclusivity.
• Sustained Excellence: The school has a track record of success in creating a positive culture, reducing behavioral issues, and boosting student engagement over time.

This prestigious status highlights the dedication of the school community—teachers, staff, students, and families—to building a culture where everyone thrives together.

Tier 1: Universal Supports

• Who it’s for: All students.
• What it provides: Proactive strategies to teach and reinforce positive behaviors school-wide.
• Examples of supports:
  • Clear behavior expectations (e.g., be respectful, responsible, and safe).
  • Consistent rules and routines.
  • Recognition and rewards for positive behavior (e.g., praise, tokens, or privileges).
  • School-wide programs promoting kindness, cooperation, and respect.

Tier 2: Targeted Supports

• Who it’s for: Students who need extra help following expectations or managing behavior.
• What it provides: Small-group interventions or targeted strategies to address specific needs.
• Examples of supports:
  • Social skills groups.
  • Mentoring programs or daily check-ins with an adult.
  • Behavior contracts or goal-setting plans.
  • Increased monitoring and feedback.

Tier 3: Intensive Supports

• Who it’s for: Students with significant, individualized needs.
• What it provides: One-on-one, personalized interventions based on a detailed understanding of the student’s challenges.
• Examples of supports:
  • Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
  • Individual counseling or therapeutic services.
  • Collaboration with families and outside agencies for wraparound care.
  • Highly individualized accommodations to ensure success.

This framework ensures every student receives the right level of support to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

PBIS Tier 2 Family Request for Assistance

Complete this form for your child if you feel he or she may need social-emotional assistance. Our PBIS Tier 2 Coach will reach out to you shortly.

• December 2: 2nd Grade Shiri Aimee Arts Production - Singing and Ukuleles

• 12:00-12:40: Matsdorf

• 12:40-1:20: Arevalo

• 1:20-1:55: Reid

• December 2: 6:30-7:30pm: PTA Board Meeting
• December 4: 🎂 Happy Birthday Ms. Guadalupe Preciado
• December 4: 9:30am Late Start
• 8:30-9:30am: 🦈SHARKS-R-Us🦈Holiday Boutique

• December 4: 5:30-6:30 pm DELAC/DAC Mtg #2, District Office

• December 5: 🎂 Happy Birthday Ms. Nancy Gutierrez

• December 5: 6:15-8:00pm: PTA TK, K, 1st Family Fun Night

• December 6: Kindergarten Visual Arts Music Center Residency

• 10:00-10:55am: Ngo

• 11:50am-12:45pm: Phillips

• 12:50-1:45pm: Esparza

• 4th Grade 24th Street Theater

• 11:00-11:45am: Tran, Park

• 12:30-1:15pm: Garcia, Park

• 1:20-2:05pm: Son

• 5th Grade Conga Kids Dance

• 11:25am-12:15pm: Barquero, Park

• 1:00-1:50pm: Beltran, Park

• December 10: Tri 1 4th-6th Awards Assembly
• 8:30-9:00 am: 4th
• 9:00-9:30 am: 5th
• 10:30-11:00 am: 6th
• December 10: 1:15-1:55pm: 2nd Grade Winter Performance Practice, MPR
• December 11: 2:30-3:15pm: SLT 4th-6th Meeting #3
• December 11: 5:30-6:30: 2nd Grade Winter Performance, MPR
• December 12: 8:00am-1:00pm: 4th Grade Field Trip - Getty Villa, Tran, Son, Garcia
• December 12: Tri 1 1st-3rd Awards Assembly
• 8:30-9:00 am: 1st
• 9:00-9:30 am: 2nd
• 10:15-10:45 am: 3rd
• December 13: Due Trimester 1 PBIS Event Respect Tickets and Roster
• December 16-19: Hot Coco Bar Hosted by PTA
• December 16-20: Spirit Week
• December 18: Report Cards go home
• December 18: 9:30am Late Start
• 9:30-9:45am: Student of the Month Assembly (1st-6th), Black Top
• December 18: 🎂 Happy Birthday Ms. Jamie Corpus
• December 18: 9:45-11:30am: Trimester 1 PBIS Event Movie
• December 19: 9:15am-1:15pm: TK Field Trip - Huntington Library, Yu
• December 20:🫧 Bubble Run🫧
• 8:30-9:00am: PS,TK, K
• 9:00-9:30am: 1st-2nd
• 9:30:10:00am: 3rd-4th
• 10:30am-11:00am 5th-6th
• December 23-January 6: Winter Recess

President Ray Castillo

VP Programs Nina Tran

VP Fundraising Chris Yu

VP Room Rep Lisa Bui

VP Membership Humpty Calderon

Recording Secretary My Lam

Corresponding Secretary Rocio Jimenez

Treasurer Elaine Huynh

Historian Jessica Jaramillo

Advisor Debra Boeve

Drop-off and Pick-up Safety. Please Be Mindful and Safe

On school days there is No Parking in front of the school; the area designated as a Passenger Loading and Unloading Zone from 7:00-9:00am and 12:00-3:00pm. Please continue to be mindful of this to avoid being cited by law enforcement.

• To ensure your child's safety please do not double park (or stop anywhere in the street) or ask your student to cross the parking lot or walk between cars to get to you. THIS IS NOT SAFE.
• PLEASE use the designated crosswalk in front of the school where our crossing guard is on duty. Often, we see families jaywalking, and stopping traffic on Wells Avenue, which is illegal, obstructs motion traffic, and is not safe. Please take a couple of extra minutes to use the crosswalk.
• PLEASE be courteous do not block our neighbors' driveways. Again, please take the extra time to park and walk

https://mottpoll.org/sites/default/files/documents/081522_TrafficSafety.pdf

• Parents may be sending mixed messages to their kids: preaching the need to be safe but failing to follow the school traffic rules themselves.
• This Mott Poll report reflects the views of parents of children 6-12 years. These elementary school-age children may be particularly vulnerable to traffic-related injuries because they are less skilled at judging when it is safe to cross the street. Therefore, the responsibility for keeping kids safe lies primarily with the adults in the school community – parents, bus drivers, school officials, and law enforcement.
• One way for schools to decrease the traffic congestion near the school is to encourage more students to walk, bike or ride a scooter to school. These activities provide daily exercise for children and can increase their self-confidence. However, this Mott Poll highlights that only 1 in 10 children walk or ride a bike/scooter to school.
• Parents can introduce themselves and their child to the crossing guard. When schedules allow, parents might accompany their child on the way to or from school make sure they are following good safety habits, and to be a part of a broader community of parents who ensure that all children can travel safely.

Thank you, families, for their many contributions, including making sure their children arrive at school on time & ready to learn.

Call our front office at 626.287.5221 to report your child's absence.

1. Missed Lessons = Falling Behind: Even one day can mean missing critical instructions and activities, making it harder for your child to catch up.

2. Impact on Future Success: Consistent attendance is a strong predictor of academic achievement and future opportunities.

3. Building Resilience: Regular attendance teaches your child the value of perseverance and responsibility—essential skills for success in life.

4. Stronger Friendships: Daily presence helps your child develop and sustain friendships, which are crucial for emotional and social development.

5. Healthy Routine: Attending school every day establishes a stable routine, promoting better mental and physical health.