Issue: October 25, 2016

 
Key Dates, Events and Meetings for October & November - Click on ORANGE LINKS to Read More
 
  • 10/31: LAST DAY to Order Spirit Wear
  • 11/3: Photo Makeup
  • 11/3: Reflection Reception, 6pm
  • 11/4: Adopt a Family Kickoff
  • 11/11: NO SCHOOL
  • 11/17: PTA Board Meeting, 6:30pm
  • 11/17: EEA Board Meeting, 7pm
  • 11/23-25: NO SCHOOL
  • 11/28: See's Candy Fundraiser Kickoff
 
See Full Calendar on Anza's Google Calendar  
 
LAST WEEK! Anza Spirit Wear - Shop Closes October 31st
SHOP NOW!Questions? Please contact PTA Volunteer Chair: Sally Yaguchi at sallyandkevin@msn.com

TUSD NOTICE: Halloween Costumes at School
Dear Parents and Guardians,

As many of you already know, in the past several weeks, there has been increased reports of individuals dressing up as clowns and creating disturbances nationwide. Many of these incidents have occurred in and around public areas, including parks and schools. There is heightened anxiety and fear over clown sightings due to several incidents being reported of a disturbing nature.

Though nothing has been reported in our District, in light of these recent reports, clown costumes WILL NOT BE ALLOWED at any TUSD school site during the Halloween season . This rule ensures everyone (students, staff, and parents) is able to fully enjoy the holiday festivities.  
 
Additionally, this allows us to easily identify any individual attempting to come on to our campuses to create an unsafe environment. Staff, security, and law enforcement, will be able to quickly identify anyone in a clown costume, and immediately know they do not belong. Such individuals will be dealt with accordingly.

If you have any questions, please speak with your student's principal. It is always our goal to ensure the safety of our students, staff, and school community. We appreciate your cooperation, efforts, and support in helping us keep our students and schools safe.

Sincerely,  
TUSD
CARNIVAL THIS WEEK! GET YOUR TICKETS NOW! $1

CARNIVAL: Food, Games and Entertainment - DONATE TO CAKE WALK!


 
October is Bullying Prevention and Awareness Month


October is Bullying Prevention & Awareness Month!

Students will be taking part in several opportunities to gain awareness of what bullying is (and isn't), and what to do when they see it.
  "Stop, Walk, and Talk"
Classroom lessons Student Survey (grades 3-5)



Mix-It-Up at Lunch day October 25th
         Bully Prevention Assembly         
   
PARENTS of 3rd through 5th grade:
Please take the brief Parent Survey for Bullying Awareness Month. The purpose of the survey is to gain awareness of parent's perceptions of the climate at Anza. Thank you in advance for giving your time! Start now (takes less then 5 minutes.)
 
RED RIBBON WEEK

THIS Week: October 24th-28th

 
Red Ribbon Week
Pledge to be drug free.

#YouOnlyLiveOnce (Y.O.L.O.)
Be Drug Free

ANZA PUMPKIN PATCH
 
Penny Wars - Starts Oct 24th!

PENNY WARS!!!!  The battle has begun & will end on the night of carnival.  2 classes will win a Pizza Bingo Party & 20 minutes of extra recess!  The ONE CLASS with the most points overall gets to "silly string" Principal Marks!  Find out more on how to play by clicking here.  

 

Questions? Please contact Deanne Herbers at deanne.herbers@gmail.com.

News You Can Use
  • Important Safety Bulletin: Walking to and from school
  • TUSD has issued new medical authorization forms. Please read if your child needs medication on campus.
  • California Dept. of Education: Zika Virus Information and Mitigation Checklist.
  • Important News for 3rd Grade Parents: Universal GATE Testing Information -
  • NEW Meal Program for School Lunch (replacing My School Bucks) Titan: Sign Up
  • Torrance Police Department helping educate on Coyotes in our City. Learn More and Watch the Video

  

Anza Fundraising
  • Ways to help Anza through your shopping! It's easy, find out how. Shop Now
    • AmazonSmile
    • Benefit
      Download the Benefit app and set it up to earn for Anza Elementary, then share with your friends!

      Because when Anza signs up   50 new Benefit Mobile App users between Sept. 7 - Nov. 7 and they make at least 1 purchase during that period , they'll have a chance to win a $50 gift card from Amazon.com
       
    • Box Tops
    • eScrip 
    • Shoparoo

    3rd Annual Pumpkin Auction
     
    FINAL PLEDGE COUNT
     
    2016 Anza PTA Pledge & Membership Drive


    Thanks to PTA Parent Volunteer Pledge and Membership Chair, Keith Herbers for running this years push campaign. If you have any questions, please email Keith at anzadirectdonation@gmail.com
    How to Get Involved at Anza
    Please consider getting more involved by spearheading or helping one of our PTA program areas. No experience necessary! We are looking for enthusiastic and organized people to coordinate the following areas: 
    • Copy Club - Support Anza teachers through copying, collating, and other prep of classroom work.
    • Safety Day - Help keep our kids safe through special activities.
    • Anza Around the World - Bring the beauty and culture of countries around the world to our Anza students through classroom presentations and campus activities.
    For more information, please contact Monique Akker, 2016-2017 PTA President at anzaptaprez@gmail.com.

    School Bell Schedule


    2016 GOLD RIBBON AWARD
     
    ANZA 2016 GOLD RIBBON AWARD
    Anza is recognized for its exemplary academic programs and performance. The Gold Ribbon Award recognizes those schools who have made tremendous academic gains through their educational programs, practices, standards-based activities, projects, and strategies. READ MORE 
     
    AFTER SCHOOL / ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS (NON-ANZA)



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