Principal's Message
Dear Hoover families,
We've made it through the first 100 days of school! I can't believe how fast the days are passing by this year! Thank you to all the teachers who created fun activities for the 100th day of school, I am very sorry that I did not get a chance to go around to take pictures, but I do know for sure that a lot of fun was had by all! great job!
Shout out, once again, to all the students who reclassified this year, great job! I am adding a link below with the names of the students who reached that achievement! You've made us all ery proud!
Hoover List of Students Who Reclassified in 21-22
A reminder that reclassification is a major milestone that proves proficiency in English, based on test scores and also based on teachers' input in Listening, Speaking Reading and Writing. We can now say that all of these students are fully bilingual and biliterate! Great job. Go Huskies!
Thanks to all Hoover parents who continue to communicate with us and keeping their children home when their child is sick, tested positive for COVID, or has been exposed to infection at home. Our office staff is doing their best to check all incoming messages reporting absences, but you may also use the following link: Hoover Absence Reporting Form. in lieu of calling the office.
Tutoring/Homework help for students 3-5 grade
Please click on the following link
They provide online support, students can access by clicking on the "Waffle" menu on their chrome browser on their school chromebook.
Regards,
Director Carranza
Registration:
Registration has begun for incoming TKs and kinder students for school year 22-23, it is very important that you visit the following page to get more information on what needs to be done to complete this task.
Please stay connected with your teachers, communication and team work is super important for success! You may also connect with the Hoover admin team at:
rcarranza@rcsdk8.net (Ramiro Carranza/Principal)
lguzman@rcsdk8.net (Lupe Guzman/Assistant Principal/Middle School)
jthompson@rcsdk8.net (Julie Thompson/Assistant Principal/Tk-5th grade)
Community School Information
For information about resources and events, please contact Ms. Ixchel Baltazar at ibaltazar@rcsdk8.net. For information on upcoming events and more, please visit us at school website, our Facebook page, and our YouTube channel.
ELPAC ASSESSMENTS
(ELPAC-English Language Proficiency Assessment for California) is a mandated state test that is used to determine English language proficiency (ELP). The assessments is given every year to students whose primary language is one other than English.
Time for assessment: The window begins Feb 7th, pls make sure that your child is practicing as much as possible for a great success!
Click on the link below to access resources that will help your child practice for the test.
COVID TESTING AND PROTOCOL
We continue to offer testing to all Hoover students every Monday and Wednesday from 10:15am to 12:00pm and Thursdays from 1:30pm to 3:45pm. This testing is for Hoover students and staff only.
As previously mentioned, if your child is showing any ill symptoms at all, please have him/her stay home and contact the Hoover office, we would like to err on the side of caution in order for us to continue to keep a safe campus.
Parents, please be aware that there have been recent changes and updated to the Pandemic Recovery Framework, please take the time to read and note those changes.
In order to test, you MUST register, one time registration needed, if you are already registered, there is no need to register again. I highly encourage you to register your child at the following link: Registration for Free Covid Testing.
Here are some other testing options available through the San Mateo County
...and some COVID resources to have as well
San Mateo County Health's Website Includes Information About COVID
DRESS CODE
Hoover students are enjoying a free dress day today (January 31st)! students have been asking me what dates do we have free dress days and the answer is: Free dress days are given once a month, on the last day of the school month. Our next Free Dress day will be Feb 28th. This is also a great time to remind students that we do have a dress code that all students need to adhere to. The dress code is as follows:
TK-5
White or Navy: Shirts/blouses with a collar, or polo shirts, turtlenecks and the Hoover spirit t-shirt can be worn daily.
Navy Blue: Pants, shorts, skirts or jumpers, leggins may be worn if a skirt is worn on top
White, Khaki, Navy Blue, dark grey, black: for jackets, sweaters, sweatshirts
6TH-8TH GRADE
White or Navy: Button down shirts/blouses with collars, polo shirts, turtlenecks and the Hoover spirit shirt can be worn daily.
Khaki, Black: Pants, shorts, skirts, jumpers, leggins may be worn if a skirt is worn on top
White, Khaki, Navy Blue, dark grey, black: for jackets, sweaters, sweatshirts
Unnaceptable: Bandanas of any color, hair nets, make-up, sleeveless blouses, low-cut tops or short tops that show midriff, baggy pants, pants worn below the waistline, miniskirts, baggy shirts, chains, sweat pants, denim pants, blue jeans
FEBRUARY IS BLACK HISTORY MONTH (Feb 1st through March 1st)
Great resources here for teachers and the community in general, please click to access
Upcoming Events:
Feb 7th, ELPAC testing begins
Feb 21st-25th, February Break
Feb 28th, students back on campus
Saying Goodbye to a Dear Friend
I wanted to have a special paragraph for a dear friend and colleague whose untimely departure has impacted everyone on campus. Last Friday, Feb 4th, I shared a letter with the community announcing his passing. Today I am attaching very useful information about grieving, courtesy of our KARA counselors. Please take the time to read the letter that was sent Friday Feb 4th and also take the time to read these useful insights about grief so you can be better prepared to speak to your child in case is needed. Rest in piece Damien, you will be missed very dearly!.
HOOVER COMMUNITY SCHOOL
Email: Hoover@rcsdk8.net
Website: https://www.rcsdk8.net/hoover
Location: 701 Charter Street, Redwood City, CA 94061
Phone: 650-482-2408
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HooverElementaryRedwoodCity/
Congratulations Hoover School!
The California PBIS Coalition, recognized Hoover for its outstanding contribution of support and care during the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic and resulting disruptions to school. "The heroic efforts to provide support of all kinds to California’s students, families, and communities did not go unnoticed." Great job Huskies!
PBIS Community Cares letter!
