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Foothill MS Community Memo
September 25th, 2023
See Something Say Something
See Something Say Something
We are committed to creating and sustaining a comprehensive, coordinated effort to improve the overall safety and well-being of our students, educators, and administrators.
Doing this effectively requires a proactive approach with programs that equip students, parents,
teachers, administrators, local law enforcement, mental health and wellness professionals, and elected officials to take meaningful action to protect our schools.
Our students are aware of the problems and struggles that their peers are facing on a day-to-day basis. We must empower them to know the signs of potential danger and give them the tools to help each other with the assistance of trained and caring adults. As you know, most conversations are taking place on social media, therefore it is critical that we teach our students to look out for one another in text, video, and photos and act quickly to help a fellow student.
Mt. Diablo Unified is happy to announce the launch of the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System at our site beginning September 30, 2023.
The Say Something Anonymous Reporting System, trains youth and adults how to recognize warning signs -- especially within social media -- of individuals who may be in crisis, and to tell a trusted adult directly or via the anonymous reporting system.
Specifically, the Say Something program educates participants to:
- Recognize the warning signs of someone who may be at-risk of harming themselves or others
- Take every warning sign and threat seriously; act immediately to get help by talking to a trusted adult OR reporting it through the telephone hotline, mobile app, or website that is available 24/7/365
- Sustain the curriculum and awareness via student clubs, in-school activities, call-to-action weeks, and on-going trainings
The Say Something Anonymous Reporting System program is provided at no cost by Sandy Hook Promise (SHP), a national nonprofit organization. More than 14 million people have participated in their research-based “Know the Signs” programs that includes Say Something. They have a proven track record of working effectively with kids, parents, and teachers to improve school safety and strengthen an inclusive school culture. The program is age-appropriate and evidence-informed. To date, the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System and other SHP prevention programs have stopped multiple school shootings, suicides, and gun threats, as well as reducing other acts of violence and victimization like bullying/ cyberbullying and helping thwart cutting, drug use, and more. We know this program will do the same for our district.
If you have questions or concerns, please contact the school office.
Foothill Middle School will be presenting the introductory video and the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System through our English classes late next week.
Staff Shout Out!
At Foothill Middle School, we believe in recognizing all of our staff members! This helps us continue to strive to be a warm, welcoming and fun campus. Have a staff member you'd like to give a shout-out to? Click below to fill out a brief form. We'd love to hear from all community members - parents, students, staff alike. Responses will be shared at staff meetings and featured on our staff appreciation board and website. You can submit as many as you'd like and this form will be available all school year.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1QXb7Wt_-kg3ysfYiKklBHWKs2PNIeuzYOBteWrIVYjg/edit
Virtual Coffee with Admin
Crystal Stull is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: My Meeting
Time: Sep 29, 2023 10:30 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://mdusd.zoom.us/j/83310184896
Meeting ID: 833 1018 4896
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Save the Date! Foothill Fundraiser and Parent Night Out
Safety Reminders
This is not new information but a much needed repeat message. Please understand all of these rules and procedures are for student safety. We are having some close calls with vehicles and our students. As you are well aware as a driver--the car will always win.
Please drive slowly, look around for children, and adhere to these:
Speed limit surrounding the school is 20 mph.
When exiting driveways on campus NO Left Turns during school hours (7:30-3pm).
Parking: No parking in crosswalks/red zones; only designated spots.
Staff Parking Lot: NO DROP-OFF OR PICK-UP. THIS is for our school buses ONLY.
If you should need to pick up your child within the day if the Staff lot is open you may use the Visitor spots (under the solar panels by the main entrance). IF the cones are blocking the parking lot entrances, park in the drive-through circle.
Other Areas for drop off and pick-up: Via Monte & Deerpark Drive.
Please respect the rules of the road and our neighbors.
A few neighbors have kindly asked to remind you of the following:
- Don't make U-Turns in their driveways or in the middle of the street. This is especially dangerous for our students who are walking and those on bikes.
- Don't block driveways.
- Children should understand private property and not sit on lawns, fences, or benches without the owner's permission.
Report violators to Walnut Creek Police Department: 925-943-5844
Home of the Griffins
Location: 2775 Cedro Lane, Walnut Creek, CA, USA
Phone: 925-939-8600
Twitter: @FoothillGriffi