As we welcome a brand new year, we want to take a moment to wish you and your loved ones a joyful and prosperous 2024! This past year has been filled with learning, laughter, and growth, and we are so grateful to have shared these moments with your children and your families.

Looking ahead, we’re excited to continue building strong connections, exploring new opportunities, and creating more memories together. Let’s make this year one filled with kindness, curiosity, and success for all!

Thank you for being an essential part of our school community. Your support and partnership mean the world to us. Here’s to a fantastic new year ahead!

Jan 8: Students Return from Winter Break

Jan 10: Friday Flag

Jan 20: NO SCHOOL, MLK Day

Jan 31: Movie Night and "Snowball" Toss

Feb 7: Ohana Lunch

Feb 10: Magnet Middle School Presentation, 6:00 PM

Feb 13: NO SCHOOL, President's Day

Feb 14: NO SCHOOL, President's Day

Feb 17: NO SCHOOL, President's Day

Wed, Feb 26: Minimum Day, School Dismisses 12:58 PM

Mar 7: Friday Flag

Mar 31 - Apr 4: Spring Break, No School

Apr 11: Ohana Lunch

Every Monday is a Minimum Day.

School Year Calendar -- Calendario Escolar

*Our school calendar is published in ParentSquare on the Events tab

Next year your child will be in 6th grade, and you will have the option of applying to Vista Magnet Middle School (VMMS) or Vista Innovation and Design Academy (VIDA).

Please see this VMMS parent letter and this VIDA parent letter for information on our upcoming elementary presentations and school tours starting soon. All 5th grade families will also soon receive letters from VMMS and VIDA together in the mail. Families interested in applying to VMMS or VIDA will be able to submit an online magnet school application from January 8 - February 21. Please visit the school websites and reach out if you have any questions.

We will be hosting a magnet middle school information night on Monday, February 10, 2025 at Hannalei Elementary.

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.

Lili Gonzalez

Family and Community Liaison

760-631-6248 x42124

E-mail: liligonzalez@vistausd.org

Facebook: Hannalei Liaison Lili Gonzalez

Twitter: @HannLiaison

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.

See here for information on dates and locations for free flu shots.

For the months of November and December, our social-emotional learning (SEL) lessons will focus on Gratitude and Self Regulation. Practice Gratitude with your child here and learn more about The Zones of Regulation here.

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.

Capture your memories in this year's Hannalei Yearbook. Everyone who purchases a yearbook gets to personalize 2 pages with their own photos.

Visit www.treering.com/validate

Enter school passcode: 1017265286974288

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:

1. 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.

2. Curbside Stopping: Avoid stopping along the red curb, as it can create traffic blockages and unsafe conditions for students and other vehicles.

3. 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.

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

https://www.educ-enrichment.org/how-to-enroll

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:

Support PTA with Membership

Dear Parents,

While cell phones can be great tools for communication and learning, it is important for us as parents to ensure our children are using them safely and appropriately. Problems with inappropriate group chats and texting can roll over from home to school, and we have already encountered some issues from cell phone use at home among students. Additionally, some students are sending texts in the middle of the night.

Here are a few steps you can take to monitor your child's cell phone use and help avoid inappropriate group chats:

1. Open Communication

• Talk to your child regularly about their phone use. Discuss the importance of online safety and responsible communication. Encourage them to come to you if they encounter anything inappropriate or feel uncomfortable.

2. Set Boundaries and Expectations

• Establish rules around phone use, including time limits and appropriate behavior online. Make sure they understand what kinds of messages and conversations are off-limits, especially in group chats. Many of our students are engaged in group chats after 10:00 PM.

3. Review Group Chats

• Ask your child to periodically show you the group chats they're part of. You can also discuss the risks of being involved in group chats where inappropriate language, bullying, or harmful content might be shared. Encourage them to exit any chat that feels unsafe.

4. Parental Control Apps

• Consider installing a parental control app that allows you to monitor their messages, apps, and screen time. There are apps available that can alert you if inappropriate content is shared.

5. Check Privacy Settings

• Review the privacy settings on your child's phone and apps to limit exposure to strangers or inappropriate content. Make sure their social media profiles are private, and restrict who can contact them.

6. Random Phone Check-Ins

• Do occasional, random checks of your child’s phone. While respecting their privacy is important, being upfront about regular checks helps reinforce that their phone use is a shared responsibility.

7. Encourage Positive Online Behavior

• Teach your child how to be a good digital citizen. Encourage them to only participate in respectful and uplifting conversations, and to report or block anyone who makes them uncomfortable.

Your active involvement in your child's digital life is crucial to keeping them safe online. By having regular conversations and taking proactive steps, we can guide them towards responsible and healthy phone use.

If you have any questions or need further resources, feel free to reach out!

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

Webpage

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.

In addition, PLEASE DO NOT EXIT YOUR CAR IN THE DRIVE THROUGH PICK UP LANE. Please pull all the way forward. If you need to exit your car, please park in an appropriate parking stall. This will help the traffic flow smoothly.

Let's work together to ensure that our parking lot remains a safe environment for everyone. Your cooperation in this matter is greatly appreciated.

Refer to the map for drop off procedures in the morning.

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.

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.

Parents—Getting Started Video

ParentSquare Resumen - Espanol

ParentSquare Resources

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

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)

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.

Looking for before or after school care?

2024-25 AM-PM Comprehensive Application

We are hiring!

All types of positions available: Noon Duties, Bus Drivers, Instructional Assistants, Cafeteria Assitants, and more. Visit edjoin.org/vistausd

The safety of our staff and students is our first priority. We have been working on tightening up our security and would like to communicate the following:

1. There is only one entrance into school for general education students (Main Gate).

2. Gates open at 7:30AM. Breakfast will be available at 7:30AM each morning. Students must not be dropped off before 7:30 as they will be unsupervised.

3. Gates will be supervised at all times.

4. Only authorized individuals are able to check students out from the office early. Please make sure to bring your ID when picking up your student. If someone on the emergency contacts will be picking up your child during the school day, you must call and notify the office first.

On March 1, registration for Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten opens for the 2024-2025 school year.

Did you know 4 year olds can now enroll in TK? If a students turns 5 by the end of the school year they are eligible to start TK. (The child must turn 5 between September 2, 2024 and June 2, 2025.)

See the flyer below or call the office with questions.

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.

Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten Pre-Enrollment Opens March 1st for 2024-2025

Parents and guardians can reach out to any VUSD elementary school for assistance with the pre-enrollment process. Enroll early to secure your spot!

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.

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:

1. On a computer or tablet go to: https://launchpad.classlink.com/vistausd
2. Username: 9 digit student ID number
3. Password: Stu # (if the Stu# is 4 or 5 digits, add zeros to the front, for example 005678)
4. 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:

1. Imagine Language & Literacy
2. Renaissance - myOn
3. 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!" is a secure, anonymous, and confidential safety tip line.
The report will be forwarded to school adiminstrators for immediate and further investigation.

Make a Report Here

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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