Dearest Daves Avenue Families,
As we are greeted with the holiday season, I encourage you to reflect on the last eight months. While it’s human nature to think about all of the challenges that the pandemic has presented us with, I urge you to reflect on the silver linings as well. I am grateful for continued health, my family, and for being a part of the Daves Avenue community. Please take time to share with your child(ren) all that you are grateful for.
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I am looking forward to the Principal Chat this Thursday, November 19th @ 2:30 P.M. where I will be discussing LGUSD’s Reopening Plans and I would be happy to answer any questions. If you are unable to attend this week, another Principal Chat has been scheduled on Tuesday, December 1st, at 5:00 P.M.
To help us leap into our holiday break, I am thrilled to announce that we are having a school-wide virtual Magic Show THIS Friday, November 20th at 12:00 P.M. All Cool Cats are invited to this magical event as we let the Abracadabras and the Alakazams commence! Thank you to our Daves Avenue Home & School Club for making this possible! Similar to the Halloween Monster Mash Dance Party, the school-wide Zoom link will be sent to all families this Friday by 11:15 A.M.
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As school will be closed next week, I look forward to welcoming students back to virtual classrooms and/or pilot classrooms on Monday, November 30th. Please continue to do your part in limiting travel, wearing a mask, and maintaining physical distancing. Reopening schools in LGUSD is a community effort and the continued safety of our students, staff, and community members remains a priority. We are all a pivotal piece to this complex puzzle.
On behalf of the Daves Avenue Elementary School Staff, we wish you a safe, healthy & Happy Thanksgiving.
Kind regards,
Jenna Mittleman
Principal
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All parents are welcome to join our next Principal Chat!
Thursday, November 19th
2:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting ID: 946 086 2150
Passcode: PAWS
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All are welcome to join
LGUSD Regular Board Meeting
Thursday, November 19th, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
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All parents are welcome to join our next Principal Chat!
Tuesday, December 1st, 2020
at 5pm
Zoom link to follow...
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*Click on image for registration |
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Preparing our Children for Tomorrow’s Headlines
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Brought to you by Parenting Continuum
A workshop for parents and guardians of Elementary to Middle School children
Free- Thanks to your One Community LG donations
NEW Date: Tuesday, Dec 15th 2020 Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm
Where: On-line (See zoom link below)
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A global pandemic, wildfires, political elections, and school re-opening are just a
few hot topics in the headlines today. Hearing and engaging in the conversations
around these things can have us all feeling a little anxious. Are you prepared to
effectively talk with your family about these current news events?
Parenting Continuum is hosting a 90-minute workshop with Common Sense
Education and Project Cornerstone on tips and techniques to prepare our children
for tomorrow's headlines. You will leave this highly interactive session with:
- Strategies for better communication with your family using the research-based
Developmental Assets framework to help children and teens gain skills needed to
make good choices, take responsibility and become independent and fulfilled
adults
For more information on the Developmental Assets framework, go to:
- Tips and techniques for navigating potentially sensitive topics with elementary
and middle school children in a complex media environment
- Greater confidence as a parent or guardian to acquire healthy mind habits and
digital citizenship- how to use technology in a safe, responsible and effective way
Come to this session to ready yourself as a parent/guardian, improve your family
relationships & dynamics, and help create a calm and supportive home
environment where children can become their best.
Register for this on-line zoom event now using this link:
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WHAT BEING ON THE BOARD MEANS TO ME |
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"Being on the Board for the last three years has been an incredible experience. Not only have I made wonderful friends, but I have had the opportunity to work with a dynamic and diverse team of parents, teachers, district staff, and our amazing principal. Being part of this outstanding team has truly been a highlight of my time here at Daves Avenue. I wholeheartedly recommend getting involved" - Lani Harr, Parliamentarian |
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The H&SC Board is looking for a new member ASAP to serve in the position of President-Elect. The President-Elect will be an invaluable member of the Board this year who will transition to H&SC President for the 2021-2022 school year, and then to Parliamentarian for the 2022-2023 school year. The ideal candidate will be a parent with children in the 3rd grade or younger, who wants to take on a leadership role at Daves Avenue supported by a great team! This opportunity is absolutely open to working parents.
Interested? Have more questions? Or know someone who may be a great candidate?
If you would like to join our Board, please email Vice-President, Emma Garner.
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JCC Los Gatos is a non-profit community center that's open to everyone. It offers indoor and outdoor fitness facilities, virtual fitness classes, virtual events, youth recreation programs, preschool, and summer camp. As of September 2020, it's also offering on-site childcare during the school day, where kids in grades K-5 can do their online distance learning in the company of other kids (group size limited to 12). For details go to apjcc.org/youth. For information about summer camp, see campshalomjcc.org. Questions? Contact the JCC's youth & camps office at 408.357.7416 or camp@apjcc.org.
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Never Miss an Important Date! 🗓
To subscribe, clink the link above to be taken to the H&SC website calendar page.
Above the calendar, click the appropriate link to subscribe via Google or iCal.
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Thursday, November 19th, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Principal Chat
Meeting ID: 946 086 2150
Passcode: PAWS
Thursday, November 19th, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
LGUSD Regular Board Meeting
November 23rd - 27th
Thanksgiving Recess - NO SCHOOL
Tuesday, December 1st, 5:00pm
Principal Chat
Zoom link to follow
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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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STAY CONNECTED, visit the Daves H&SC Facebook page!
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