Welcome to
THE AVENUE
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THE AVENUE
is the weekly publication of the Daves Avenue Elementary School community. Campaign submissions can be sent in through the following
LINK
or you can
E-MAIL
your information. Submissions should be sent by the Monday before the Wednesday edition.
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Dear Parents,
It was good to see you so many of you at Back to School Night. This is an exciting time of year for our teachers, staff, and students at Daves Avenue.
As most of you know, state education funding in California is among the lowest in the country, so our district relies on local funding sources and voluntary contributions to provide teachers, essential supplemental staff, and broad programming. In other words, our schools are only able to succeed thanks to parent and community support of our district’s fundraising partners.
Los Gatos Education Foundation
raises money from parents, local businesses and the community to help fund much needed teachers and staff at our school, including:
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These dedicated individuals are critical to providing our children with a balanced educational experience. LGEF’s Fall Campaign to provide funds for these positions has begun. To get involved, or to donate, please visit:
www.lgef.org
I’d also like to encourage you to support
Daves Avenue Home & School Club
. Our H&SC organizes events and funds vital materials and programs such as:
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Our Home & School Club’s fall fundraising campaign is also underway, so for complete info, and to make a contribution please visit:
www.DavesAveHSC.org
The most important role you can play in our school community is to be engaged with your child's education and to participate in classroom and school activities. Your financial help is also very important. Please support Daves Avenue Home & School Club and LGEF at whatever level is comfortable for your family, and thank you for all you do for our wonderful Los Gatos public schools.
Yours sincerely,
Principal, Daves Avenue Elementary
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IMPORTANT DISTRICT MESSAGES
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As we embark on gathering input from all stakeholders in our strategic planning process, we have thoughtfully revised our local district climate survey to gather information from our most important stakeholders—our students. The survey focuses on student’s perspectives surrounding safe, supportive, and engaging school experiences. We would like your student to participate in this survey.
The survey will be given in grades 4-8 between October 21 and October 25.
The survey measures specific school based attitudes, behaviors, and experiences that relate to how our students feel connected and engaged with their school.
Participation is voluntary. You will receive more information about participation or opting out early in October.
A copy of the survey will be available for preview in each school office between October 1 and October 11.
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17th ANNUAL FUN RUN EVENT
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Save the Date: Wednesday, October 16, 2019
10am - Blacktop/Field
The Fun Run has always been one of the most anticipated and fun events at Daves!
This event will need lots of volunteers! Please click
HERE
to volunteer for this fun event!
Be on the look-out for a class-specific email from your room parent later this week!
A special THANK YOU to our sponsor:
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Reminder
— The grade-level challenge for our annual DOLLARS FOR DAVES fundraiser kicked off and ends soon. When a grade-level reaches 80% participation in our program, that grade will get a special recess with the one and only Coach Rance of One Yard! Here is the current standings by grade:
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It's easy to participate, just click here and your donation will go toward your child (or children's) grade level. We are asking for a $400 donation per child, but any amount is appreciated and will go towards the challenge. Results will be updated weekly. Remember, yearbooks are included when you donate $400 or more per child.
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Corporate Matching
Have you made your donation? Please consider
checking in with your employer’s Human Resource representative today. You may be able to double or possibly triple your donation!
To learn more about the Corporate Matching Program, follow this
LINK
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WE ARE A CORNERSTONE SCHOOL
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This month, Asset Building Champion (ABC) readers in grades 1-5 read the book
Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon,
by Patty Lovell. This book portrays a girl who demonstrates positive self-talk and resiliency when teased. Molly Lou Melon is empowered by her grandmother, who has taught her to stand tall, smile big, and sing while being proud of who she is. The story is a fun and colorful illustration of self-confidence as Molly Lou Melon’s grandmother says,
“Believe in yourself and the world will believe in you, too.”
Our Daves Ave Cool Cats are continuing to practice being UPstanders, as well as including others at school and in the greater community. This month, our lesson focus is on building confidence and realizing we hold personal power to choose how to react when someone tries to dip in our bucket or throw a hook. Parents and caring adults help children develop a positive self-concept when they recognize, name and celebrate specific qualities and skills in children. As role models, parents and caring adults are encouraged to demonstrate positive self-talk and pride in being your authentic self.
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For additional information about Project Cornerstone please visit:
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SAFE ROUTES 2 SCHOOL NEWS
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VOLUNTEERS STILL NEEDED
FOR 4TH GRADE BIKE RODEO!
Tomorrow, Thursday, September 19th
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4th grade students will learn about and practice bike safety and rules of the road. Click below to volunteer:
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More SR2S News
Look under "Community Events" below for information about a Survey and Community Meeting regarding Daves Avenue Traffic Circulation and Pedestrian/Bicycle Safety.
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MAMA MIA! (AUCTION PARTY)
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Friday, September 27th
Daves Blacktop & Field
Concessions, fun and sparkle tattoos start at 5:30pm.
The movie begins at 7:15pm.
Enjoy Oak & Rye pizza, Oaxacan Kitchen Mexican cuisine, Kona Ice shaved ice for purchase. Popcorn is free! Or, pack your own picnic.
Parents, please volunteer for this event using this
LINK
.
Fisher students may volunteer
HERE
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CHAMPIONS OF MATH OPEN ENROLLMENT
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We're Celebrating All Things Math!
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The Champions of Math goals are to:
- Further develop 4th and 5th grader math skills vetted by Math Olympiad and other effective resources, such as youcubed, TED-Ed, and inside mathematics.
- Expose students to practical mathematical applications.
- Create an environment for collaborative and creative problem solving.
- Have fun!
Classes will be held every Wednesday, October 16 through March 11, 12:45 - 2:00 PM in Room 26.
Monthly Math Olympiad contests start on November 12th.
Program enrollment starts for
5th grade TODAY, Sept. 18
, and then opens to all
(4th & 5th) on Sept. 25
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This year’s musical is coming soon! We are doing things different this year!! Cast
and
Crew applications will be at the same time. Also, the mandatory parent meeting will be before applications start. Stay tuned for more details.The title of the play will be announced Wednesday,
September 25th
and applications will open that day! The Play is always a fantastic experience for the kids who participate on and off the stage. We look forward to seeing many new and returning faces this year. No experience necessary!
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What are relevant questions in today’s education?
What are some challenges we all face as parents?
How can we support parents navigating their parenting journey?
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If this strikes a chord in you, then you may want to be part of the Parenting Continuum at Daves Avenue. We have opportunities to get involved for both working and non-working parents.
Ways to help:
- Research speakers for relevant & current parenting challenges
- Organize logistics and speakers
- Update Facebook page and web page with relevant details
- Market the event in our community
- Moderate the event for the local parents
- Draft write-ups for the schools’ newsletters
Parenting Continuum is a passionate mix of people that bring together a varied set of skills and interests to create an inspiring speaker agenda for the year. Plus, you will personally learn and grow.
There is a lot of flexibility in this role and it’s up to the team how they organize themselves. Generally, we aim to host about 4 significant speakers per year.
For more information, please attend our first meeting on
Tuesday, Sept 24th from 8:30-9:00 am at Daves Avenue school, Room 4.
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Never Miss an Important Date!
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THE WEEK
Thursday 9/19
- 4th Grade Bike Rodeo, Blacktop
Thursday 9/19
- Principal Chat, 1:30pm, MPR
Tuesday 9/24 -
Parenting Continuum Info Meeting, 8:30am, Room 4
Wednesday
9/25
- 4th Grade Park Playdate, 12:30pm, Oak Meadow Park
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Community Meeting Regarding Daves Avenue Traffic Circulation and Pedestrian Bicycle Safety
September 19, 7:00 - 9:00 pm, Daves Avenue MPR
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For more information about the meeting and to take the survey:
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Daves Avenue Elementary School
17770 Daves Avenue, Monte Sereno, CA 95030
Phone: 408-335-2200 | Fax: 408-395-6314 | Attendance Line: 408-335-2245
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Daves Avenue Home & School Club
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THE AVENUE is approved by Principal Jenna Mittleman and the H&SC Board to provide pertinent information weekly to the Daves Avenue community.
*The Avenue newsletter is written exclusively to provide the Daves Avenue community with school information. Articles, information, calendars, etc. may not be duplicated or re-printed in any manner without the permission of the Home and School Club or the Daves Avenue school administration.
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