October 4, 2021
DOLPHIN DID YOU KNOW
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DINING WITH DOLPHINS
-Fresh Brothers, October 5 -
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🍕🍕🍕🍕🍕🍕🍕🍕
It's PIZZA time!! Get a slice of the pie!
Dining with Dolphins is on at Fresh Brothers, tomorrow October 5.
Don't forget to mention "Jefferson Elementary"
💵 20% of sales go back to our school 💵
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We are currently at 634 PTA members!! THANK YOU to every parent, teacher, staff, student and other family members who have already signed up for their PTA Membership. Our goal is to have 790 members for the 2021-2022 school year and we are 80% there.
🎉🎈🎉 Congratulations to Mrs. Morlock's, Mrs. Kalata's, Mrs. Kapur's, and Mrs. Lowry's classrooms who have already reached 100% participation and will receive a classroom grant of $110. 🎉🎈🎉
The first 5 classrooms to get to 100% receive a grant of $110 as a Thank You for giving 110 percent. ALL other classes with 100% participation before November 5th will receive $100 class grant.
CLASSROOM STATS (as of 10-04-2021)
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The Jefferson PTA supports the school by offering a number of enrichment activities, family social gatherings, and volunteer opportunities that are available to all Jefferson students and families.
One way to support our school and show our children how we value their learning and bring us all is together is to join the PTA!
Membership dues are 100% tax deductible (TAX ID 95-6204301)
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REFLECTIONS
Deadline October 22
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JOG-A-THON LOGO DESIGN CONTEST OPEN TO 5TH GRADERS
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It is already time for the 2021-22 Jog-a-thon Logo design contest! This contest is for 5th graders only. the winning logo will be used on Jog-a-thon banners, communications and t-shirts.
DUE DATE: TODAY: MONDAY, OCTOBER 4TH
INSTRUCTIONS:
Students can also use any blank 8.5x11 sheet of paper. Please scan or take photo of your Logo and email to stacyeder9@gmail.com
1) Include the words “Jefferson Elementary” and “2021 Jog-A-Thon” in art.
2) Must be hand-drawn with black marker only (no colors), fit on this page and be clear and legible.
3) Write your name and teacher’s name on this page or in your email.
4) Multiple entries may be submitted, each entry on a separate form.
Stacy Eder, Jog-a-Thon Co-Chair
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There is still time to invest in RBEF |
OR TEXT RBEFJEFF TO 44-321
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SKECHERS PIER-TO-PIER FRIENDSHIP WALK (IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL ) |
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TEAM JEFFERSON IT’S TIME TO GET WALKING!!!!
SKECHERS FRIENDSHIP WALK - OCTOBER 24TH!
HERE’S HOW TO REGISTER!
2. FILL OUT REGISTRATION INFO FOR EACH WALKER INDIVIDUALLY!
Sign up your family, friends, neighbors, co-workers and even pets!
Each $30 Registration Fee comes BACK to JEFFERSON PLUS MORE!
Last year, 173 Walkers = $7,785 back to Team Jefferson!!
3. Make sure to check the box for REDONDO BEACH EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION so Team Jefferson GETS CREDIT FOR EACH OF YOUR WALKERS!!!
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Battle of the Books (BoB) is a voluntary, reading incentive program for students in 3rd to 5th grades. Students will meet once a month, October through March, to discuss the different books on the reading list and prepare for the trivia battle. In March, randomized teams will be formed and students will compete in a 3-part trivia battle to test their book & author knowledge.
Any student is welcome to participate in the meetings, but in order to participate in the school battles, students must read a minimum of 8 books (3rd grade) and 15 books (4/5th grade) from the attached list for their grade. All students receive prizes and special recognition is given to those who have read all the books on the list.
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The first meeting will be held over zoom on Friday, October 15th, at 3pm.
If your child is interested in participating in this program, please fill out the google form below by October 12th!
Battle info:
3rd grade School Battle at Jefferson Elementary, Wednesday, March 2nd
4/5th Grade School Battle at Jefferson Elementary, Wednesday, March 23rd
District Battle at Beryl Elementary, Wednesday, April 6th
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NEWS FROM THE DEI COMMITTEE
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Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) cannot be the stand-alone work of one committee or even a small group of individuals. It is the work of every PTA member who decides to service the families and children in their community. Redondo Beach PTA (RBPTA) embraces the diverse backgrounds, experiences, knowledge and talents of the students, families and school communities we serve. We strive to empower ALL voices because our differences are our greatest strength in our mission to make every child’s potential a reality.
Weekly, we will post in this section information about the different celebrations that are observed in each particular month. These celebrations help us raise awareness and also reach a deeper understanding of diversity and all its beautiful facets.
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September 15 to October 15 is National Hispanic American Heritage Month. During this time we recognize the achievements and contributions of Hispanic American champions who have inspired others to achieve success. https://www.hispanicheritagemonth.gov/
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In October we are also celebrating the Bilingual Child Month. A person who is bilingual knows two or more languages and understand multiple cultures.
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Dyslexia Awareness Month seeks to raise awareness and share the tools to increase better reading skills. Around the world, those who have been diagnosed with the condition will find new resources and approaches to reading.
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Another important celebration for us this month is the Down Syndrome Awareness Month. During this month, events take place not only to raise awareness but to shine a light on the abilities and dreams of those with Down Syndrome. Down Syndrome Awareness Month seeks to break down barriers and focus on promoting advocacy for people with Down syndrome.
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Last but not least, October is LGBT History Month when we recognize the achievements of the LGBT community. LGBT History Month encourages informative discussions to learn more about the leaders in the movement who drive equality forward.
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SPIRIT WEAR and JEFFERSON APP
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DO YOU SHOP ON AMAZON?
Amazon is giving free money to Jefferson!
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Amazon Smile is a program through Amazon where they donate 0.5% of the purchase price of all items to the charity of your choice: Jefferson PTA.
Shopping at Amazon Smile is identical to shopping at Amazon with all the same items, so you use your existing Amazon account, and, if you are a Prime Member, your purchases are eligible for Prime just like before. Sound easy? It is!
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IMPORTANT DATES
October 5 - Picture Day
October 5 - Dining with Dolphins @ Fresh Brothers
October 6 - International Walk to School Day
October 6 - Sports Jersey / T-Shirt Day
October 12 - Dental, Vision and Hearing Screening
October 21 - Great California Shake Out (earthquake drill)
October 22 - Reflections entries due
October 24 - Skechers Pier to Pier Walk
October 25-29 - Red Ribbon Week
October 29 - Halloween Parade
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