

Hannalei Stingray Parent Connection
August 11, 2024

Principal's Message
This will be our final Parent Connection message of the school year. We want to thank you for your continued support, partnership, and involvement throughout the year. We hope you enjoy a fun, relaxing, and safe summer with your family.
Over the summer, you can support your child's learning by creating a daily routine that includes time for reading together. Encouraging children to read a variety of books helps build vocabulary, comprehension, and a lifelong love of reading. Visiting the local library regularly, setting family reading goals, and discussing books during meals or car rides can make reading a shared and engaging experience. You can also model good reading habits by letting children see you read and by showing interest in your child’s reading choices. These small, consistent efforts can keep students mentally active and better prepared for the upcoming school year.
We’ll be in touch at the end of July with important information about the upcoming school year, including how to complete the last step of the registration process. Have a wonderful summer!
See below for the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar.
Erik Korporaal, Principal
Olga Neri, Assistant Principal
Upcoming Events
Jun 3: 5th Grade Promotion, 10:00 AM
Jun 4: Kindergarten Promotion, 9:00 AM
Jun 4: Last Day of School, School Dismisses at 12:58 PM
2025/2026 School Calendar
2025/2026 Calendario Escolar
Aug 12: Back To School Night - Meet Your New Teachers
Aug 13: First Day of School
*Our school calendar is published in ParentSquare on the Events tab
2025-2026 AM-PM Application
The Vista Unified School District’s AM-PM Comprehensive Program provides before and after school care until 6:00 PM.
The purpose is to provide academic support, fun enrichment activities, and positive peer interactions within a physically and emotionally safe environment.
A completed application places a student on the interest list. Families will be notified of
program acceptance by August 2025.
Community Liaison Corner
Lili Gonzalez
Family and Community Liaison
760-631-6248 x42124
E-mail: liligonzalez@vistausd.org
Facebook: Hannalei Liaison Lili Gonzalez
Twitter: @HannLiaison
In need of support with food?
The North County Food Bank provides nutritious food to individuals and families in need in communities throughout San Diego County
Here's the link to North County Food Bank website.
Address to their Vista location:
3030 Enterprise Ct Suite A, Vista, CA 92081.
It is by appointment only. To schedule an appointment call 858-863-5177 or schedule an appointment online.
Free Flu Shots
See here for information on dates and locations for free flu shots.
Counseling Corner
Walk In My Shoes Day: https://youtu.be/B4J8JRsRlmk?feature=shared
A Spot of Anxiety: https://youtu.be/mDnizlTyG3E?feature=shared
The Anti Test Society: https://youtu.be/SIrE9ccNyKw?feature=shared
Free Student Wellness Program
Healthy Campus provides mental health services to meet the needs of students. Behavioral Health Providers are available to create an individualized Mental Wellness care plan for each student.
- Universal Mental Health Screening
- Begin 12-week mental wellness sessions with a behavioral health professional
- Virtual and in-person on campus 1:1 sessions available
- Year-round services available
Scan the QR code to enroll or come by our office for help with enrolling.
Stingray Dads
Join us for High Five Mondays! Every Monday! Come out to the gate before school, give out some high fives, and welcome students to school! All father figures are welcome.
Information regarding helping with recess games was shared through the ParentSquare group.
Click here to join the ParentSquare communication group or scan the QR code.
We have openings in Preschool
Educational Enrichment Systems (EES) provides high-quality, affordable childcare and preschool programs for children from infants to 5 years. During the first five years of life, high-quality early learning and care environments have been shown to have positive and lasting effects on academic achievement and other important child outcomes.
Below is the link to the EES website with enrollment information.
Families are welcome to tour the preschool classroom during the afternoons or mornings (prescheduled). If families have questions, you may reach out to the classroom or to the Enrollment number for specific enrollment questions.
Hannalei Preschool: 760-643-2412
Enrollment: 760-639-4175
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:
There is still space available on the bus!
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
Parking Lot Safety Is Everyone's Responsibility
We kindly ask for your cooperation in ensuring the safety and smooth operation of our school parking lot. To help us maintain a safe and efficient environment for everyone, please take note of the following reminders:
Drop-Off Lane: Please do not park or leave your car unattended in the drop-off lane. This area is designated for quick drop-offs, and leaving your vehicle can cause delays and safety concerns.
Curbside Stopping: Avoid stopping along the red curb, as it can create traffic blockages and unsafe conditions for students and other vehicles.
Kindness and Patience: Our staff members are working hard to keep everyone safe. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as they manage traffic and ensure the safety of all students.
Thank you for your attention to these important guidelines. By working together, we can create a safe and smooth experience for everyone.
I want to emphasize the importance of driving safely in our school's parking lot. Our parking lot is a shared space where pedestrians and vehicles must coexist safely. Please drive slowly - no more than 5 MPH.
Be vigilant for pedestrians at all times. Avoid distractions like texting or phone calls while driving, and always yield the right of way to pedestrians.
Before School Drop Off Procedures
Refer to the map for drop off procedures in the morning.
After School Pick Up Procedures
Main Parking Lot - TK/Kindergarten-3rd grade
TK/Kindergarten - park and use the blue crosswalks. Do not park in the pick up lane!
Grades 1-3 - use the drive through cage or park and pick up at gates. Use crosswalk.
Bus Parking Lot (with the solar panels) - Grades 4-5
No parking to pick up in this lot. There is no crosswalk or crossing guard.
Grades 4-5 - use the drive through pick-up lane. 4th and 5th grade students with siblings should pick up their younger sibling and go to this lot
Be alert and kind in the parking lot. Drive slowly. The speed limit is 5 mph.
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.
School Hours
In the 2024-2025 school year, all elementary schedules will have Minimum Day Mondays.
Mondays 8:00AM -12:58 PM
Tuesday-Friday: 8:00AM- 2:18 PM
2024-2025 School Calendar linked HERE
Office Support
Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns. We are here to help in any way we can.
Phone: 760-631-6248
Email:
Registration/General Questions: Johana Ramirez johanaramirez1@vistausd.org
Registration/Health/Attendance Concerns: Vorie Medellin voriemedellin@vistausd.org
Registration/General Information: Gina Anderson ginaanderson@vistausd.org
Anything at all: Erik Korporaal erikkorporaal@vistausd.org (principal) or Olga Orozco Neri olgaorozco-neri@vistausd.org (assistant principal)
Free Breakfast and Lunch for All Learners
Breakfast and lunch is free for all students at Hannalei. You do not need to fill out an application.
Fruit and salad bar is also available.
Job Opportunities in VUSD
We are hiring!
All types of positions available: Noon Duties, Bus Drivers, Instructional Assistants, Cafeteria Assitants, and more. Visit edjoin.org/vistausd
TK and Kindergarten Registration
On March 3, registration for Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten opens for the 2025-2026 school year.
Did you know 4 year olds can now enroll in TK? Students who will have their 4th birthday by September 1, 2025 will be admitted to Transitional Kindergarten.
Kindergarten: Birthdate between 09/02/2019-09/01/2020.
Transitional Kindergarten: Birthdate between 09/02/2020-09/01/2021
Transfers to Hannalei
Intradistrict and Interdistrict Transfers Open January 10 - March 15, 2023 for 2024-2025
Families living in VUSD boundaries who would like to apply to attend a school other than their neighborhood school for the 2023-2024 school year can apply using this linked process for Intradistrict Transfers.
Families living outside of VUSD boundaries who would like to attend a VUSD school or families living in VUSD boundaries who would like to apply to attend school in another district can apply using this linked process for. ENGInterDT.pdf SPANInterDT.pdf
Contact the Student Support Services Department for more information.
Enroll in our Dual Language Immersion Academy
All incoming TK and Kindergarteners are eligible to enroll in the Dual Language Immersion Academy at Hannalei, whether they reside within the Vista Unified district or outside the district.
Complete the interest form to reserve your spot today.
In March, Kindergarten registration officially opens. We ask that you complete the interest form (link above) and then follow the regular registration process and then our staff will reach out to you regarding a space in our Dual Language Immersion program.
Using Digital Learning Programs at Home
Are you looking for ways to support your child at home? All students have access to digital learning programs that challenge them at their current level, and extra time at home on these programs is a huge benefit!
How to access:
- On a computer or tablet go to: https://launchpad.classlink.com/vistausd
- Username: 9 digit student ID number
- Password: Stu # (if the Stu# is 4 or 5 digits, add zeros to the front, for example 005678)
- Your child's Student ID and Stu # can be found in your Parent Portal account or you can send a message to your child's teacher.
Apps in Classlink to use:
- Imagine Language & Literacy
- Renaissance - myOn
- Zearn Math
** If you need access to wifi at home, let us know. We have a limited number of hotspots we can check out to you.
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".
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Hannalei Elementary School
Email: hannaleies@vistausd.org
Website: han.vistausd.org
Phone: 760-631-6248
Facebook: facebook.com/HannaleiStingrays
Twitter: @HannStingrays