Charleston Wrap fundraiser is still underway! Have you checked out all of the great items yet? There's something for everyone, even your four-legged friends.
We have 1087 students so our PTSA membership goal is 1087. Join and be entered into a drawing for a $50 Lazy Acres gift card.
The drawing will take place at our in person PTSA association meeting at the Parras MS lunch tables on Nov 17th @ 6:45p. As always, Dr. Erickson & Mr. Shawver will be there to answer questions. Click here for the agenda.
Parras PTSA - WHY JOIN?
Your $12 membership not only helps pay for programs at Parras, it strengthens the PTA's ability to advocate for our children at the local level, the state level & the national level.
There's strength in numbers so sign up yourself, your student, grandparents, aunts, uncles - everyone who wants to make a positive impact on our children.
Kabuki Syndrome Awareness Month - CLICK HERE for more information
Down Syndrome Awareness Month, Dyslexia Awareness Month, National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and AAC Awareness Month. Here are some short videos that help raise awareness:
Red Ribbon week goes from 10/25 – 10/30, and we have lots of fun planned! Here are the themes for each day from our ASB:
Monday - Sunglasses (between classes) – Shade out drugs
Tuesday - College Day – Future is too bright for drugs
Wednesday - Red Day – Drug Free for Red Ribbon Week!
Thursday - Jersey Day – Team up against drugs
Friday - PJ Pant Day – Dreams too big for drugs
Skechers Friendship Walk - SUCCESS!
A huge thank you to everyone who attended the Skechers Walk! Your support is greatly appreciated. We are looking forward to dunking our principals!!!
Parras Friendship Club - Meeting Nov 3rd
Want to make friends, play games, eat snacks and make crafts? Join us for our first Friendship Club meeting of the year!
We will meet on Wednesday, November 3rd from 2:05pm-2:45pm at the lunch benches closest to the grass area.
Invite your classmates for an afternoon of fun and friendship! Hope to see you there!
Parras Roar - Student Newsletter
"Welcome back to the Parras Roar! This is our opening issue for this new school year, and the fall semester. This school year seems very dystopian, but it is also very beautiful!"
~Priya Ramcharan, Editor-in-chief
Read more from our wonderful Parras students in this issue of the Parras Roar!
Our very own Green Team was featured on Good Day LA talking about their recycling program at Parras. We love when kids care about our environment. Keep up the great work!
This run is free & not sponsored by RBUSD. Please sign up if you plan on attending so Linda Buck knows how many will be participating. All ages are welcome!
Learn how to boost your well-being through evidence-based practices to build resilience, feel more connected and be happier. The series focuses on the building blocks to help create a healthier and happier you. Presented by Beach Cities Health District in partnership with the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at California State University, Dominguez Hills.
Maximize Gratitude: Express appreciation and savor kindness
Tuesday, November 9 from 11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
OTHER NEWS
National PTA
When this school year began, many families focused on readjusting to a new normal. Ensuring that our students and teachers were healthy and ready for the school year ahead. We all were optimistic and up for the challenge! Instead, our students are currently facing weekly threats due to gun violence and active school shootings.
National PTA recognizes the recent school shootings and events due to gun violence. No parent should have to fear for the safety of their child once they leave home. Unfortunately, lives are continuously being lost or changed forever due to a lack of gun violence prevention laws. PTA calls on Congress and the Administration to immediately address the many factors that contribute to the rampant gun violence in the United States.
Contact your Representative and Senator today to insist that our country needs sensible solutions to gun violence and gun violence prevention.
Are you interested in staying up-to-date and taking action on the latest in PTA advocacy? VoterVoice is a grassroots advocacy tool that National PTA uses to enable mass communication with our advocates and lawmakers within your state. If you're interested in receiving updates, sign up now!
California PTA
Securing adequate laws for the care and protection of children and youth is one of the purposes of California State PTA.
When adults respond quickly and consistently to bullying behavior they send the message that it is not acceptable. Research shows this can stop bullying behavior over time.
Parents, school staff, and other caring adults have a role to play in preventing bullying. They can:
Help kids understand bullying. Talk about what bullying is and how to stand up to it safely. Tell kids bullying is unacceptable. Make sure kids know how to get help.
Keep the lines of communication open. Check in with kids often. Listen to them. Know their friends, ask about school, and understand their concerns.
Encourage kids to do what they love. Special activities, interests, and hobbies can boost confidence, help kids make friends, and protect them from bullying behavior.
Model how to treat others with kindness and respect.
How Much Screen Time Is Too Much? The Answer Is 'It Depends'
Educators (and families!) need to consider the context, the content and the individual child when deciding how much screen time kids should be getting. Read the article.
