The Bulldog Bark Newsletter

Issue 32 - April 8 - April 11

We are ALL Learners!

Attention parents: Monday, April 8 is a minimum day. Grades 1-6 are dismissed at 1:25 p.m.

Join us for the Vessels STEM Night

Are you ready for a fun-filled, comprehensive science experience? Our 2nd annual STEM night will take place this Friday, April 12 from 5:30-7:00 p.m.  Come get your hands dirty by making magnetic slime or try your luck building a structure of marshmallows and toothpicks. We will have guest speakers, a photo booth, and showcase all things science. We will also have hot dogs and other food items for purchase. We have extended the food preorder deadline to Wednesday, April 10. Preorder forms can be found in the Vessels front office. A complete listing of events and times will be sent home with students this week. Thank you for supporting Vessels STEM!

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

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 8 - Minimum Day April 12 - STEM night from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. 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.

SBAC TEST Practice Test at Home  Every year, third through sixth grade students take the Smarter Balanced (SBAC) test as a summative assessment in April.  This 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.

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 .

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