The Dolphin Whistle

Dear Mariano Castro Parents,

In addition to rigorous academic skills, at Castro we focus intently on building the soft skills embodied in the district Profile of a Graduate:

Collaborative

Critical Thinker

Curious and Engaged

Creative

Flexible and Adaptable

Effective Communicator

Problem Solver

Technologically Literate

At school we are explicitly teaching the students what these look like and how they can build that skill, as well as giving them opportunities to practice the soft skills as they engage in the academic tasks. When you are conversing with your child each day, please pick one of these and ask them what they did that day to demonstrate the skill. Thank you for supporting the learning of these soft skills at home as well!

Warm Regards,

Theresa Lambert

Principal Mariano Castro Elementary

Tues. Sept. 10th - ELAC Mtg - 6:00 p.m. MUR

Wed. Sept. 11th- 4th and 5th Gr Family Potluck - 6:00 p.m. MUR

Fri. Sept. 13th-Movie Night - 6:00p.m. MUR

Wed. Oct. 2nd- Retake picture day - MUR

Fri. Oct. 4th - Principal's Coffee - 8:30 a.m. MUR

Donations from parents like you are already making an impact in our schools and your child’s school day. Community School of Music and Arts (CSMA) art and music lessons are beginning this month at all elementary schools. Their curriculum meets the California content standards for music and art, ensuring that elementary students have the opportunity to experience quality art and music programming, entering middle school prepared for band and art electives. These art and music teachers are paid by MVEF thanks to your generosity. Middle school athletes also benefit from your support. The fall sports season kicked off with both middle schools fielding cross country, girls softball and boys volleyball teams. MVEF helps pay for transportation, coaches and officials to make sure every athlete can compete. Support your child and every child in the district. Donate today at mvef.org/donate.

Developmental pediatrician, Dr. Thomas Boyce, will delve into results from four decades of research and clinical practice – exploring his major discovery that reveals how both genetic make-up and environment shape behavior.

Dr. Boyce will explore how the “dandelion” child (hearty, resilient, healthy) is able to survive and flourish under most circumstances and the “orchid” child (sensitive, susceptible, fragile) when given the right support, can thrive as much as, if not more, than other children. Dr. Boyce will share how we as parents can better nurture and support the unique characteristics of both types of children.

To register for this free event, go to https://mvla2019-20-thomasboyce.eventbrite.com

Sponsored by Los Altos Educational Foundation (LAEF), MVLA High School Foundation, Mountain View Educational Foundation (MVEF), and Los Altos-Mountain View PTA Council.

"Each fall, MVWSD conducts hearing and vision screenings of all students in kindergarten, second-, fifth- and eighth-grade, as California State Law mandates. These screenings will take place at Castro Elementary on Friday, September 27th.

Parents will be notified in writing if children fail a screening. Parents who do not want their child screened for either vision and/or hearing should send a letter to their child's school each school year indicating that their child is to be excluded, and vision and/or hearing results will need to be provided from their physician.

If you have any concerns about your child’s vision or hearing please contact your school nurse. Questions about the screenings should be directed to the Health Services office at 650-526-3500."