Hello Stanley Families- Happy Memorial Day-
 
A quick reminder for everyone as there are many more end-of-year activities approaching-the other day a Stanley student was hit by a motorist  on his way to school.  While the student was wearing a helmet, they were riding their bike through a crosswalk, and luckily did not sustain any serious injuries.  We understand that the traffic around campus can be busy, and during drop off and pick up times there is a large amount of foot and bike traffic along with cars.  If you drive, please take some extra time and be aware of our students who are traveling around your car.  Also, please remind your kids that they need to walk their bikes through the crosswalks and obey all traffic rules.
 
In our continuing effort to educate students about digital citizenship and safety, we will be having presentations this week from an Officer from the Piedmont Police Dept. who also works as an expert with student cyber-safety. 
 
I am looking forward to seeing many of you in the next few weeks for events like our end-of-year bar-b-cues, along with Jazz Cafe and Stanley Promotion.  For more information about these events please check our Wildcat Weekly or the Stanley Website.
 
Thanks again for your continued support!
 
 
David Schrag
Principal, Stanley Middle School
3455 School Street
Lafayette, Ca. 94549
925-283-6282

Attention incoming 6th grade parents (7th and 8th grade too) - 2012/2013 Campus Cruisers volunteers needed!
Campus Cruisers are Stanley parent volunteers who provide a friendly and helpful presence on campus during lunchtime simply by walking around. You can sign up as much or as little as your schedule allows. It is a great way to catch up with friends that you haven't seen all summer or just get a little exercise.
 
We have a brief Orientation with Mrs. McShane tentatively scheduled for Monday, September 10th.  More details to follow once the new school year begins. In the meantime, if you would like more information or to volunteer please contact Melissa Karr at melissamkarr@gmail.com.

If you child is interested in helping out with lunch service next year, applications are available in the office.  They will receive 7 Opportunity Knocks hours for each trimester for a total for 21 hours for the year.  Applications are due June 6th and the student will be notified by July 1st if they have been chosen.  Only 7th and 8th grade students are eligible.

If you have any questions please contact Gabrielle Ohleyer at mohleyer@comcast.net or 925-284-5968.

Thanks!

Please note – Wednesday is “late day” so students will report to 1st period class at 9:00 a.m. and do a quick turn-around to depart by 9:15 a.m. Estimated time of return is still 4:30 p.m. Don’t forget your sunscreen!
 
The Class Picnic Day to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Vallejo is just around the corner on Wednesday, June 6th.
 
Students report to their 1st period class. They will assemble at the tennis courts and are assigned to their bus alphabetically by last name. Teachers accompany students on each bus as chaperons. We expect students to arrive back at Stanley around 4:30 p.m.
 
While at the park, students are free to roam and expected to report for lunch at a designated time. Hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, ice cream sandwiches, and beverages are provided at the picnic grove. Bring sunscreen & a hat (and some $$$ if they want to play carnival games, but this is optional)!
 
Parents please note: the picnic fees & permission slips were completed at Wildcat Days. If you have not been contacted, your forms & fees are complete.
 
Questions? Please contact Anouschka Wardy 925-367-5866 or Jodi Young 925-963-5090.
 
 

The last day of school, June 8th, is the deadline to submit your student and family information to be included in our 2012-2013 Stanley Student Directory. A student directory is included with your $15 PTA membership and will be handed out at Wildcat Day on August 20, 2012. Additional directories can also be purchased for $5 at Wildcat Day.

The Stanley Student Directory is given out only to Stanley parents and school staff. Every year it becomes an invaluable resource for many parents and students in our school community. It also contains a staff directory, bell schedules, and PTA resource information.  There will be NO supplemental directory printed in the fall. 

To have your child's information included in next year's student directory, go to the following web address:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dFB0YU5mX1d6ckxGODBFWkpTNHVMTVE6MA

Please take the time to sign up today!

For questions, please email Becky Kenney at beckykenney@gmail.com

Sign up by June 15th and Save!

Early Registration is now open for the 2012-2013 school year. Sign up by June 15th and save $25.00 per student! Round Trip is only $2.39/day or $1.20/ride. Compare that to the hassle of driving to school and back twice a day or 180 days of the year!

Annual Bus Pass (by June 15th) - Round Trip $430, AM Only $271 or PM Only $271
Annual Bus Pass (after June 15th) - Round Trip $455, AM Only $296 or PM Only $296

To sign up, please register at: www.lamorindaschoolbus.org
Please check the BUS SCHEDULE to sign up for the correct route and bus stop. Full payment is due when you register. Payment plans are available by request.

NEW! Changes to Stanley Late Bus
The Stanley 4:30 p.m. Late Bus is now FREE with purchase of Round Trip or PM ONLY! That's right, the 4:30 p.m. late bus is now included with your purchase of a Round Trip or PM ONLY annual bus pass. There is no extra fee, no extra bus pass. PLEASE be sure to use this service - ridership has been low - it may go away if no one wants to ride!

Did You Know?
The primary purpose of the LSBP is to reduce traffic congestion. It's true! 61% of our funding comes from Measure J, a 1/2 cent sales tax in CC County for transportation improvements. Parent fees account for 36% and 3% comes from other sources. Last year, 1435 students rode the bus with Annual Bus Passes, which translates to 774,900 car trips eliminated!

TEXT Messaging for Late Buses
We’ll text you when buses are expected to be 15 minutes late or more. No extra work or steps for you...just list your cell phone number on the registration form. You may opt out of this service at any time.

Contact Us
Juliet Hansen, Program Manager 925-299-3216 JHansen@ci.lafayette.ca.us
Sue Graves, Administrative Aide 925-299-3215 SGraves@ci.lafayette.ca.us

CURRENT 6 GRADE STUDENTS WILL NEED PROOF OF TDAP BEFORE AUGUST 20, 2012

Beginning July 1, 2012, and beyond, all students entering the 6th grade will need proof of a Tdap booster Tdap booster before starting school in August. (California Law - Assembly Bill 354). If your child 10 years and older has not yet received the Tdap booster shot, please contact your doctor or health department. Please make sure to bring proof that your child has received this Whooping Cough booster to the Wildcats Day or to the Stanley office no later than Monday August 20, 2012.

STANLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL GUIDELINES FOR 8TH GRADE PROMOTION CEREMONY SPEECHES
 
Each year Stanley eighth grade students are invited and encouraged to participate in their promotion ceremony by addressing fellow students and families at the event.  This evening brings closure to an important part of their educational journey.
 
Students who have the opportunity to read their speech at this event are selected on the basis of the content of their writing and on the delivery of their speech.  In their speeches, students frequently reflect upon their first days at Stanley, upon the special events, school dances, extra-curricular activities, and crunch times in preparing for homework assignments or tests.  Students may also recognize how much they have grown physically, socially, and emotionally during their Stanley years.  Friendships in the middle school are another possible focal point in student speeches.  Please avoid mentioning individual teachers’ or friends’ names.
 
If you think that you would like the opportunity to move forward in the audition process, kindly review the procedures outlined below:
 

• 5/04/12                        Report to the Multiuse Room at lunch to meet with Ms. McShane and learn about the speech process.
• 5/04/12-5/14/12           Sign the “Intent to Participate” clipboard in the office.  Work on your speech.
• 5/14/12                        Printed, double-spaced, typed draft of speech due to Ms. Shaw in the school office by 4:00 pm. (Speeches may be no longer than two minutes.)
  
• 5/18/12                        Notification of students making the paper screening.  Finalists’ names will be posted in the office windows after school.
• 5/18/12-5/28/12           Practice your speech; it does not have to be memorized.
• 5/29/12                        Report to Mr. Schrag’s office for auditions immediately after school.  You will be called in one at a time to present your speech.
• 5/30/12                        Notification of 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony Speakers.

 
Based upon speech content and oral presentation, a committee of teachers and administrators will choose two or three speakers for the event.

Good luck to all of you and thank you for your interest.