Murwood Elementary
eNewsletter

  Wednesday , April 10, 2019
Calendar

April

8-26
4/8-4/26 CAASPP Practice Tests - grades 3rd-5th
10
Author Justin Miller visit - grades 2nd-5th
10
WCI visit for 5th grade
10-22
5th graders signup for WCI electives
11
MAC meeting, 3:30 pm
16
Mad Science for 2nd grade
16
PTA meeting and "Screen Agers", 6:30 pm
26
PTA's Annual Disco Bingo, 5:30 pm
April 29-May 3 CAASPP Testing - 3rd grade
Principal's Message

Families-

Now that we are back fresh from break, we want you to have the state testing dates on your calendars.  Please note that testing will be held in the classrooms on Chromebooks, to replicate the most natural learning environment. Please note all testing will take place in the morning.
 
3rd grade:  Week of April 29 - May 3
4th grade:  Week of May 6 - 10
5th grade: Week of May 6 - 10
5th grade science state test:  Monday May 13
Miss Logan's Class:  May 13 - 17
Miss Logan's class science test:  May 20

We respectfully request that your child be in school, rested, and on time and that you save appointments for non-testing dates.  We do know emergencies occur and things come up so, please let the office and your child's teacher know of any potential absences as soon as possible.  We can test a child in advance or do make-ups for illnesses if necessary.

Thank you so much.

Carol Nenni
Murwood Principal
News From the Office

Parents, if you have not already done so, please take a minute to complete the " Returning to Murwood" survey.  We use the information to help us in planning classes for next year.  We would love to have responses from all families.  There are paper copies of the survey in the office if needed. Deadline for completing the survey is Monday, April 15th.

Thank you,
Nancy Kaye
Murwood Office Manager
Screenagers, Growing Up In The Digital Age

On Tuesday, April 16th at 7pm, Murwood's PTA is sponsoring a viewing of the movie  SCREENAGERS, GROWING UP IN THE DIGITAL AGE.   Screenagers  is about the impact of the digital age on children and how to help families minimize harmful effects and find balance.  The movie will start promptly at 7pm (following the PTA's General Board meeting from 6-7pm).  The movie is 67 minutes in length.  We will hold a brief group discussion immediately following the movie.   This event is sponsored by Murwood's PTA and is FREE.  Although a RSVP is not required, we ask and encourage you to use this link to register.   
Save the Date!
Company Matching

Remember to check if your company will match donations (or perhaps volunteer hours).  Murwood PTA is a non-profit, with all donations helping all of our kids!  Check with your Human Resources Department for forms and procedures.
Walnut Creek Education Foundation (WCEF)

A Fan Favorite Dine-Out is Back April 16
Join us at Chipotle Tuesday, April 16 from 4-8pm. Chipotle is offering 20% back to WCEF. Bring your appetite and count us in for burritos with extra guac! Thanks Chipotle!!
 
Get your Taste and Toast tickets!
Macy's, Buon Vino, Calicraft Brewing Co., California Pizza Kitchen, Mr. Green Bubble and much more are back to for the 4th Annual Downtown Walnut Creek event. To register, click here .
 
We've Got The 4-1-1
Curious to see what WCEF has been busy working on? Want to know a bit more about where the funding is going? Check out our new edition of The Source for a quick update.
 
Events Volunteer Needed
Volunteering with WCEF is a great way for you to learn what's happening at your child's school, how funding in the district gets allocated, and you can meet families from across the district. If you have a little time to spare, we are looking for an events volunteer. Contact us .
Community eFlyers and Events

These links are all Walnut Creek School District approved flyers that are electronic. Please use the links below to view the newest flyers or click on  Community Flyers  to view all electronic flyers on the Walnut Creek School District website.  
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