The Bulldog Bark Newsletter

Issue 33 - April 15 - April 19

We are ALL Learners!

Vessels STEM Night was a huge success! Thank you to everyone that came out and supported our kids and programs. It was amazing to see our community joining together on a Friday night to celebrate all that we have accomplished this school year. #Vesselsstemrocks

Important Information Regarding SBAC Testing...Please Read!

SBAC TEST Practice Test at Home  We will begin SBAC testing next week, beginning with the CAA (California Alternative Assessment) and the CAST (California Science Test) the following week. On April 29, fifth and sixth graders begin the math and ELA portions and on May 6, third and fourth grade will start the test as well. Please make sure that all students are in attendance every day Studies show that adequate amounts of sleep and a good breakfast will help students to be prepared, healthy, and ready to learn. The SBAC test is computer/internet based and allows a snapshot of student skills in both math and ELA. It is a great indicator of student progress and the data is used to help teachers plan for the following school year.  If you would like to help us, help your child prepare, click HERE for a comprehensive, grade-specific, online practice test.

Class Assignments 2019 - 2020 I f you would like to share information with us in regards to your child and class placement for next school year, please write a note to the front office prior to 4:00 p.m. on April 22.  Please note that the information you provide will be one piece of data we will use to properly place students in classes next year. Specific teacher requests cannot be honored Deadline is Monday, April 22, 2019.

Please help us keep our school safe and secure.

Please note that all Apple watches and electronic devices must be turned off and stowed away when students step foot onto campus unless supervised by an adult. We have had an uptick in incidences of student phone usage while at recess and lunch. Help us ensure the safety of all students by adhering to the no phone use policy. Please also note that if a child is sick, or needs an item from home, they will need to come to the front office and use the school phone. We cannot have students calling parents during instructional time on their own devices. Thank you for helping us to provide the best educational experience without the distraction of personal electronics during school hours.

We have Juice It Up smoothies for purchase every Friday by the front gate.

The Week in Photos

6th Graders...You are Invited!

Fine-Tune Your Math Skills Click HERE to learn to play a fractions game with spoons. You can also click HERE for a great site to help your (K-5) student reinforce what he/she has learned this year in mathematics. Or, click HERE to get extra help in math from Khan Academy. A great resource for any student to help support math skills.  Lastly, HERE for support at home.

End of the Year Celebration This year, Vessels will host an end of the year celebration with food, activities, and fun for the entire family. Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 11, 2019 from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. More information to follow.

Always be informed! Upcoming Important Dates: April 22 - No School (non-student day) April 26 - 6th grade panoramic pictures April 29 - SBAC testing for all 3-6 grade students begins . May 6 - May 10 - Staff appreciation week Click to see important, upcoming dates.

Attention Vessels Community...

Next week, April 15 th - 19 th the Vessels Student Council will be selling an array of items for Autism Awareness Week. The prices will range between three and five dollars each.  Some of the items we are selling are Kindness Rocks made by a local artist (Crystal Olney). These unique, hand painted rocks have a wonderful history. This art form is based on the profound truth that one message at the right moment can change someone’s day, their outlook, and, indeed, their whole life. The messages on these thoughtful pebbles take many forms: gratitude, affirmations, encouragement, and offers of hope—all signposts along the way for someone to find at exactly the right time. Please stop by room 11 during lunch and take a look at our wares. The funds will be used to support the autism-focused program at Vessels Elementary School.

Brain Power Mania Help Vessels win up to $2,500!  Submit all Buena Park Downtown receipts from now until April 30 to the Buena Park Downtown Customer Service Booth. For more information email info@vesselspta.com .  Find out more here .

Special Olympics Fundraiser

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