We need your help to have successful Hands on Art sessions. If you are interested in signing up as a Docent or as a Helper, please sign up at one of the links below.
Honorary Service Awards are designed as a unique way for PTAs to publicly acknowledge both individuals and organizations for outstanding community service to children and youth in a community.
To nominate deserving individuals, please click below to submit your selections by 3/25/22.
Honorary Service Award (HSA)
● Recognizes the service and dedication of individuals and organizations for outstanding service to children and youth in our community. One award is given each year and recognized at the Redondo Beach Council of PTAs Awards Night.
Very Special Person (VSP)
● Given to individuals or organizations to recognize their contributions to the school community in a special way.
Outstanding Teacher Award
● Given to a teacher in special recognition for outstanding service in positively impacting the lives and welfare of children and youth in the PTA, school or community.
Outstanding Administrator Award
● Given to an administrator in special recognition for outstanding service in positively impacting the lives and welfare of children and youth in the PTA, school or community.
33rd District PTA Membership Challenge - STILL GOING ON
The Parras PTSA is excited to be preparing for:
~ 6th Grade Greek Day ~ 7th Grade Renaissance Day ~ Family STEM Night ~
Information will be sent home in social studies class so please make sure to ask your student for the flyers.
Membership =65%
703 = MEMBERS
1087 = OUR GOAL / 100%
Help us reach our goal!
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.
As a member of California State PTA, you advocate for children, promote parent and family involvement in schools, and improve the lives of all children and families. To show our appreciation, we have partnered with several organizations to bring you some extra perks of membership!
Visit our website or download the Member Perks flier in English or Spanish to learn more and take advantage of your exclusive offers!
During the month of March, we give a little extra attention to all of the amazing accomplishments of strong, determined women. Since 1987, the United States has formally recognized March as National Women’s History Month. Every woman has a story to tell and gifts to share with the world. So get ready, because this month is about honoring magnificent ladies, and we are ready to celebrate it to the fullest.
Brain Injury Awareness Month
Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month
Developmental Disabilities Month
1st-19th This is 19 day fast for those who follow the Baha'i religions path
21st International Day for Elimination of Racial Discrimination
21st World Down Syndrome Day
21st-22nd Nowruz -Zoroastrian (Zoroastrianism is an ancient Persian religion that may have originated as early as 4,000 years ago. Arguably the world’s first monotheistic faith)
Nominate outstanding teachers/educators/staff members of special education:
We are a couple of weeks away from the CAC 9th Annual Award nominations deadline (March 25th, 2022). We are recognizing outstanding contributors to the academic, social and/or emotional growth of students with special needs. We would love to receive a countless amount of nominations for exceptional staff and contributors to special education.
COVID-19 Testing
Beach Cities Health District has regular COVID testing Monday through Friday with expanded hours and is located at 514 N. Prospect Avenue. Please use this link to sign up for a test: BCHD Testing Link.The student ID can be found in PowerSchool. The BCHD School Well-Being Line will open tomorrow at 8:00am if you have any registration or testing questions at 310.374.3426, press option 2.
Your Parras Middle School Counselors Making a Difference
Our first Counselor Corner Newsletter of the school year went out in December. If you haven’t yet completed the interest survey, please do so. We value your input as it relates to your interest in learning more about topics that we can include in future newsletters. Please take this short survey by clicking here.
In March, our TUPE lessons will be delivered to all 7th grade students during science class! TUPE stands for Tobacco Use Prevention Education. Parras 7th graders will get an opportunity to learn all about the negative consequences of tobacco and other nicotine-based products. To learn more about our TUPE lessons clickhere.
Hang Out Spot takes place every Thursday during lunch. Students are welcome to join the counseling staff in the MPR where we have music playing, fun games to play and art supplies available. If your child wants to make new friends, then Hang Out Spot is the place to be! It is also ideal for students who just need a place to unwind and recharge.
COMMUNITY NEWS
Are you ready to dance, jive, and have the time of your life? RUHS Performing Arts proudly presents: MAMMA MIA! Featuring the hit music of ABBA played by our very own student band. Join us in the RUHS Auditorium March 25th, 26th, April 1st, 2nd at 7:00 pm and March 27th at 2:00 pm! Tickets can be purchased for $10.00 through any cast/crew member or at the RUHS ASB Finance Office. Tickets are $15 at the door and available on ruhsdrama.com. You can’t resist! it!
Nationwide Virtual Event: Supporting Mental Health at Home
In this age of increased depression and anxiety, how can we support our younger generation so they can grow into thriving adults? Join a nationwide virtual event March 22 at 8 p.m. EDT to learn practical steps and strategies for supporting mental health at home, at school and in our greater communities. Participants will receive a free toolkit for youth mental health support. Register today!
Convention registration is open — register now. Here is the link to our Convention webpage for more information. State PTA Reflections winners will be announced toward the end of the month.
We're celebrating PTA's 125th Anniversary all year. See all the PTA Proclamations that have already been done, find the kit to do your own, or the link to upload your information and be included.
Join a special Legislation Call focusing on mental health (March 15 at 7pm). We’ll learn about how our kids’ mental health is impacting their schooling and we’ll hear from a panel of experts on what can and should be done.
Tobacco Free Kids. Take Down Tobacco is a day where youth rally across the country for a tobacco-free future and expose Big Tobacco’s lies. Learn more and get involved on April 1!
Thank you, thank you, thank you to all of our PTA advocates that joined our action alert urging Congress to prioritize youth suicide prevention and vote in favor of the bipartisan Suicide Training and Awareness Nationally Delivered for Universal Prevention Act of 2021 (STANDUP Act)! The STANDUP Act will be the first federal legislation to provide uniform research-based suicide prevention and awareness standards in schools to address the mental health needs of all students. The bill was passed and now heads to the President’s desk! Signing this bill into law is crucial since our country is currently witnessing soaring rates of mental health challenges amongst our children and youth. If you are not currently signed up to receive National PTA’s action alerts, sign up to join the PTA Takes Action Network, powered by VoterVoice!
Demand Congress Acts Now on School-Based Mental Health Funding
Congress is in final negotiations for the FY2022 spending package and on the line are critical resources for school-based mental and behavioral health workers, including school counselors, school psychologists, and school social workers.
National PTA supports the proposed $1 billion in combined funding for the Department of Education’s Mental Health Services Professional Demonstration Grants program and School-Based Mental Health Services Grants program.
Together, these programs address the critical shortage of school-based mental health service professionals in two distinct and essential ways: by increasing the available workforce, and by helping school districts support increased positions to improve access to services. Join us in demanding support for our students today!
