January 22, 2019
"BE YOURSELF. TRY YOUR BEST. NEVER BE AFRAID TO DREAM."
-SHARON CHRISTA MCAULIFFE
This week, our students used forensic science to solve another mystery. Ready the full article below under Spotlight on Learning!
Dear McAuliffe Parents and Families,

We are proud to offer many exciting opportunities for our students to connect and explore different creative pathways at McAuliffe! I hope you encourage your student to participate in our Film Festival this year! Details will be released this Friday for students to sign up and get involved!

In this issue:


  • Save the Date! McAuliffe Film Festival and Spring Play, 3/19 and 3/20
  • STEAM Club Returns!
  • PTA Updates: Reflections and The Talk
  • PTA Honorary Service Nominations
  • Get involved with our Career Cafe!
  • 8th Grade Promotion Save the Date: May 28, 2019, 7:00pm
  • 8th Grade Class of 2019 Shirts are now available!
  • LAEF Spring Course Offerings
  • Middle School Dance Intensive
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Keep dreaming big, Eagles!

Dr. Ryan Weiss-Wright
Highlights

Homework Club meets after school for 45 minutes Monday through Thursday in the Media Center, we also now have Homework Club before school in Room 24.

Tuesday, 1/22: 8:50 PTA Board Meeting

Wednesday, 1/23: LAEF Classes start before and after school.

2:15 GATE Pre-Test in Room 80

Thursday, 1/24: 3:15 STEAM Fair Info Meeting in MPR--parents welcome!

Friday, 1/25: All Details and Info released for the McAuliffe Film Festival (flyer below)

Monday, 1/28: Regular Schedule

Tuesday, 1/29: 6:30pm Los Al USD Middle School Information Night at LAHS PAC for parents who are new to middle school


For complete 18/19 School Year Calendar, click here .
Save the Date: McAuliffe Film Festival and Spring Play, March 19th and 20th
Save the date for the first annual McAuliffe Film Festival! The Film Festival will be paired with the Spring Play: Spy TV and will feature work from other art departments.

MORE INFO TO FOLLOW!
BYOD
Thank you to everyone who has supported our BYOD initiative at McAuliffe! We hope you consider sending your child to school with a Chromebook or another device in order to better support their learning!

Please view our promo video and visit our website to get your Chromebook set up!
LAHS Counselors register 8th Graders!
This past week, our 8th graders started exploring career options and pathways that are available at Los Alamitos High School. Los Alamitos High School Career Counselor, Mrs. Schaeffer, spent two days at McAuliffe instructing students through career counseling, available electives, and ROP options at Los Alamitos High School. All 8 th  grade students received a user name and password so they can continue to research career ideas on the California Career Zone website cacareerzone.org. 

Parents… look for a pink sheet with assessment results and log in information.
Rock on! 6th Grade Wheel Students Learn to Drum
6th Graders are tackling the drum kits as they learn drumming basics in their Music Wheel! We can't wait to see how much they learn this term!
Another week, another CSI Mystery for McAuliffe students!
When students walked into Science this week they found a crime scene! Glassware was broken, a door was left open, and window was cracked. However, the "perp" left behind residue in several locations. Using a list of 7 suspects, students analyzed different samples to determine who the thief was!
The Counseling Corner is a spotlight on resources and information for parents who have adolescent children! Check back often for updates and helpful tips!
Recruiting Career Cafe Volunteers!
Do you want to make a personal connection with our students and share about your career? Volunteer for our career cafe!

Sign up here

Questions? email solmstead@losal.org
Class of 2019 McAuliffe Spirit Shirts are available to order now!
8th Graders! Get your Class of 2019 McAuliffe Shirts! Order now! Deadline to order is Friday, February 1st!

Run Seal Beach with Team McAuliffe!
We want you on our team! Join hundreds of McAuliffe students, staff, and their families as we take on Run Seal Beach on April 6, 2019!

Direcign up here !

Make sure you register as part of Team McAuliffe!

Run Seal Beach is an annual family fun race for all ages! You won’t want to miss this scenic race, through Old Town Seal Beach, featuring historic landmarks and amazing views of the beautiful Pacific Ocean. This one of a kind course takes you along the San Gabriel river, past stunning homes on the famous “Gold Coast” and our iconic wood pier.

Questions?? Contact Mr. Grillo at jgrillo@losal.org
Order Your Yearbook Now!
Yearbook online orders are open NOW! Don't miss your last chance to preserve this year's memories through the purchase of the 2018-19 yearbook! The deadline to buy the 2018-19 yearbook is March 1st. 
 
jostensyearbook.com
Search: McAuliffe MS-Los Alamitos
 
Cost: $35
Important Message about Immunizations
Dear Parent/Guardian:

To comply with the California health and safety code requirement for 7th grade advancement,  our health services department is in the process of reviewing immunization records for all current 6 th  grade students .
 
If your child’s school record is missing proof of required vaccines, you will receive a letter in the mail that identifies the missing immunization record(s) that are needed.
·           If you have records at home that verify the missing doses were given, please send a copy to the school office as soon as possible.
  • If you do not have proof of these vaccinations for your child, please make an appointment to have these missing doses given to your child. Then send the proof of vaccination(s) to your child’s school before the due date below so we can update your child’s record.
                                                       
DUE DATE: FEBRUARY 28 th
 
For questions about his message: please contact our school health office by selecting option #5 when you call your child’s school. 
Save the Date: Middle School Info Night--January 29th
All incoming middle school students are invited to attend the Los Alamitos Unified School District Middle School Information Night at the Los Alamitos High School PAC from 6:30-8:00pm.
Breakfast at McAuliffe is here!

The McAuliffe Breakfast Program started this week on December 3rd. Breakfast at school is affordable! If you qualify for free and reduced price meals, you also qualify for the breakfast program, with no additional paperwork. If you must pay, breakfast costs $2.25. Nowhere else will you find a balanced breakfast at such a low cost.

So take advantage of this opportunity to start the day on the right foot. Your child will find breakfast at school provides not only a nutritious meal but also a relaxed atmosphere for socializing with friends and siblings.
Get Your Drama Shirts!
Back by popular demand, a new order of Drama t-shirts will arrive January 22nd! It is a limited supply (Youth Medium- Adult XL) and will sell out quickly. Order directly from Mrs. Armstrong- aarmstrong@losal.org, room 85.  

New- Drama sweatshirts! Order directly from  https://tinyurl.com/mcauliffe-drama  - fundraiser closes February 2nd! Money raised will pay for costumes and props for the all-school play,  Spy TV,  7th and 8th grade play,  Law and Order: Fairy Tale Unit,  and festival fees for students attending the Jr. Thespian festival! Thank you for your support!
Save the Date! 8th Grade Promotion on May 28th!
Our Class of 2019 will promote at LAHS on Tuesday, May 28th at 7:00pm.

Tuesday, May 28th is also the date of the 8th grade trip to Cal State Long Beach for their class party.

We are excited to celebrate our 8th graders!
LosAl District Challenge: Race on the Base--February 23rd
Register Now! A friendly competition between Oak and McAuliffe to see which middle school can register the most participants in the Los Alamitos Race on the Base competition!

The Los Alamitos Recreation & Community Services Department invites you, your friends, and family to join in on the Race on the Base - Los Alamitos Unified School District Race Challenge. Get a $5 discount by using your own school code and earn credit towards your school. The code can be used by any student, faculty, friend or family member.
The school with the most race entries by their school code receives:
  1. The winning school name on a traveling championship belt
  2. A popsicle party for the whole school
  3. $500 towards your school!
  4. Register www.raceonthebase.com. Early bird registration deadline is September 30, 2018. Register before the price increase! See attached flyer for details and school code.


8th Grade East Coast Trip
8th grade students will be given priority on the trip and spaces are limited.  Click on this link for more information about the trip and how to sign up. Contact vmiller@losal.org if you have questions!


PTA Honorary Service Award!
The PTA Honorary Service Award Selection Committee is looking for extraordinary nominees who provide outstanding service to our students and/or our community. Nominated individuals or organizations who have made significant contributions are eligible for an award. Honorary Service Awards were designed as a unique way to publicly acknowledge and honor those that have provided outstanding community service to students, children and youth in our community. 

Click on the picture to download the form!
PTA Reflections Event: Heroes Around Me!

Wednesday, February 27th
Join us as we celebrate student submission to the annual Reflections Gallery on Wednesday, February 27th!
PTA Sponsors "The Talk"
The Talk Institute has been providing programs at Oak & McAuliffe for over 10 years allowing parents and kids to learn to talk “THE Talk” together. We build and support open communication between parents and their children by providing factual, age-appropriate information about sex and growing up in a fun, group environment. Class format includes mini lectures, videos, games, and role-plays to accommodate a variety of learning styles. Course fee covers ALL 4 sessions. We strive to supplement the school system’s sex education by providing detailed parental participation, the key to what makes The Talk Institute’s programs so successful and rewarding for families. We hope your family joins us! 

Click the flyer for the registration form and information
This section is for all important reminders from the District and McAuliffe Middle School
NEW!!

We have Club spirit shirts for McAuliffe!
I am excited to announce the new Competitive Aquatic Supply website will be launching  Monday November 26  th .   A private Team Store has been set up specifically customized with your apparel and discounted pricing. McAuliffe Middle School families will now need a code , assigned here in this email, to enter your Team Store. This privacy code allows CAS to offer your team custom items along with discounted accessory items normally only offered when purchased in one of our retail stores.

The domain name will remain unchanged.     
  1. casswimshop.com
  2. Enter the : TEAM STORE
  3. McAuliffe Middle School team code is : MAC  (case sensitive-all caps)

Call 714.898.2655, in case you have any difficulty
ORDER SPIRIT WEAR NOW!
TO ORDER:
 
I am excited to announce the new Competitive Aquatic Supply website will be launching  Monday November 26  th .   A private Team Store has been set up specifically customized with your apparel and discounted pricing. McAuliffe Middle School families will now need a code , assigned here in this email, to enter your Team Store. This privacy code allows CAS to offer your team custom items along with discounted accessory items normally only offered when purchased in one of our retail stores.

The domain name will remain unchanged.     
  1. casswimshop.com
  2. Enter the : TEAM STORE
  3. McAuliffe Middle School team code is : MAC  (case sensitive-all caps)

Call 714.898.2655, in case you have any difficulty
Calling All Dancers!
LAHS is offering another round of dance intensive at McAuliffe! Don't miss this opportunity to perform on stage at the next LAHS dance show!

Click on the picture of the flyer for all the details!
Magic Show to Support LAHS Drumline!
The Los Alamitos High School 2019 Spring Drumline will be hosting a Magic Show Fundraiser
on Sunday, 1/27 at 6:00 PM in the Los Alamitos High School Performing Arts Center.  Come enjoy a wonderful evening of fun and magic with Magicians from theMagic Castle in Hollywood.  Light dinner and snacks will be available for purchase prior to the show beginning around 4:45 PM.  Doors open at 5:30 for a great pre-show event.  Help support Drumline get to World Championships in Dayton, OH this spring.  Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased from any Drumline member or online at  http://losaldrums.seatyourself.biz .   
LAEF Class Offerings
LAEF is excited to introduce two NEW reduced price Spring after-school classes,  Drawing, Painting & Digital Arts  and  Japanese . We are also bringing back our two ever popular classes , Debate Team  and  Girls Self Defense  at McAuliffe.   Classes begin on January 16th! Sign up at  www.LAEF4kids.org/programs .  

McAuliffe Debate Team  (1/16-5/1) – This is a 12 day class open to any student in grades 6-8. There will be optional scrambles and tournaments at  no  additional cost if students want to participate. LAEF has already paid for the registration for the year. The teacher is Dr. Arnold Weintraub, Nationally Renowned Debate Team Coach and former LAHS Speech and Debate Coach. This is a rare chance to work in a Debate Squad with fellow McAuliffe students. No prior debate experience is required. ( Wednesdays, 2:15-3:45pm  – $240)
 
Drawing, Painting & Digital Arts  (1/22-4/16) – Master the fundamental techniques of Drawing & Painting while expanding your conceptual boundaries and developing your own artistic vision! Explore digital arts through use of printer projects by progressing handmade skills to the digital realm. Students will acquire knowledge and experience in producing finalized pieces with use of a professional printer. Students will create images to tell stories, convey information, and evoke emotions. Students will learn techniques, create projects, and use processes that will allow them build a great portfolio. ( Tuesdays, 3:15-4:15pm  –  $95 )

Girls Self Defense  (1/22-5/8) – Kenpo Karate with an emphasis on practical self-defense for girls as well as empowerment. ( Wednesdays, 2:15-3:15pm  – $175)
 
Japanese  – Students will gain exposure and introduction to the Japanese language and culture through reading, writing, listening, and engaging in well-chosen activities according to their developmental stages, which will provide a foundation for further study. ( Wednesdays, 2:15-3:15pm  –  $95 )

All registration information is presented at  www.LAEF4kids.org/afterschool . Teacher bios and no class days are on our website. Multi-class discounts available – 10% off the 2nd class and 15% off any class thereafter. It is applied to a family or individual student. Call (562) 799-4700 x80424 or email  programdirector@LAEF4Kids.org .
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