December 2022
MSJE Office Staff
Katy Carter, Principal
Shanthi Sukumar, Secretary
Wanda Chu, Attendance Clerk
Office: 510-656-1200
Fax: 510 651-4211
Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Mission San Jose Elementary School
43545 Bryant St. Fremont, CA 94539 [MAP]
Hello Mission San Jose Elementary Families,
The air has cooled, the leaves are falling, and it's starting to feel like the Holiday Season! This can be an exceptionally busy time of year. Students will continue to benefit from consistent bedtimes, activity schedules, and other daily routines.
With a focus on gratitude, I would like to acknowledge all who contribute to the amazing MSJE community. Special shout-outs go to:
MSJE teachers for always putting the academic and social-emotional needs of students first.
MSJE support staff for working as a TEAM to support students and families.
MSJE parents and guardians for attending parent-teacher conferences and partnering with school staff.
The MSJE PTC for providing SO MANY enriching opportunities for students; Chess, movie nights, assemblies, FAME lessons, Math clubs, and so much more are all possible because of their generosity.
MSJE Students who are exceptionally AMAZING!
Wishing you and your families a warm and relaxing holiday season.
In Partnership,
Katy Carter, Principal
Mission San Jose Vision Statement
All students will be valued, encouraged, and challenged in a collaborative learning environment.
Mark Your Calendars
November 28 - December 9 : Toy Drive
December 6: MSJE Spelling Bee
December 12: DELAC Meeting - join on Zoom, 6:00 PM
December 13: PTC Meeting - join on Zoom, 7:00 PM
December 16: Basketball game @ Warm Springs - boys-3:30, girls-4:30
December 20: Kindergarten Holiday Sing-Along - Multi-Use Room, 6:30 PM
December 22: Minimum Day (1st-6th grade students dismissed at 1:30 PM)
December 23 - January 6: NO SCHOOL (Winter Break)
2022-2023 Science Fair
The MSJE science fair will be held on Monday, February 13, 2023, 6:00 - 7:00 PM.
Participation in the MSJE science fair is open to all K-6 students. Participation is optional.
Parents/guardians will need to assist participating students with dropping off their projects between 7:30 - 8:00 AM on Monday, February 13 in the multi-use room. All projects must be removed from the multi-use room at 7:00 PM on 2/13 or on 2/14 from 7:30 - 8:00 AM.
All participating students will receive a participation ribbon. Each grade-level winner will receive a 1st place ribbon.
FUSD recognition for 1st place projects from each grade level will occur during the FUSD Board Meeting on March 22nd @6:30PM 4210 Technology Blvd. Fremont, CA or streaming. The fifth grade winner from each school will have the opportunity to represent their school at the City of Fremont’s Steam Event on March 29th.
These packets (English | Spanish | Chinese) are provided to help students and parents understand the rules and requirements for submitting a Science or Engineering Project. Guidelines will assist students in carrying out a Science Project based upon scientific investigation or an Engineering Project based on the engineering design process.
Science Camp
We are thrilled to bring back SCIENCE CAMP for the 2022-2023 school year! This year, all 5th and 6th-grade students will be attending Mission Springs Outdoor Education Science Camp February 21-24, 2023. Essential permission forms and donations must be returned to the school office by Friday, December 9. This year there was great parent interest in chaperoning science camp. Chaperones have been selected (by lotery) and will be notified by Monday, December 5. Any questions should be directed to Katy Carter.
MSJE Parent Technology Survey
Every year, the MSJE PTC (Parent Teacher Club) allocates funds to support MSJE technology. The PTC would like your input so they can best spend the technology money to meet students' needs. Please take a few minutes to complete this MSJE Parent Technology Survey. Please complete the survey by Friday December 9, 2022.
SAVE THE DATE: FUSD’S STATE OF THE DISTRICT
Please save the date for a State of the District presentation by Superintendent CJ Cammack on January 18, 2023 from 6-7 PM. More information and virtual access will be shared at www.fremont.k12.ca.us/series as available.
Parent Workshops offered through FUSD
Please see the list of Parent Workshops offered throughout the year. Next up is the workshop on Understanding Learning Disabilities in Students.
Date: Monday December 5, 2022
Time: 6:00 - 7:30pm
Upcoming Parent Workshops 2022-23 School Year.pdfVolunteers @ MSJE
We are thrilled to welcome back parent volunteers for the 2022-2023 school year!
We require that all MSJE volunteers:
have pre-approval of teacher/principal
sign in and out at the office
wear a visitor badge at all times
submit an application through CiviCore
Volunteers who are transporting students must submit proof of insurance
CiviCore applications are good for 1 year and all FUSD children (even if at different schools)
Science Camp chaperone volunteers who are independently supervising students must also undergo fingerprinting and a background check.
For more information, please see the Volunteer Page of the FUSD Website.
Spelling Bee
Each 4th - 6th grade class will send their top 2 spellers to participate in the MSJE Spelling Bee on Monday, December 6, 8:30 AM. One parent per participating student may attend as an audience member (standing room will be available in the back of the multi-use room). The top 2 MSJE spellers will be invited to participate in the FUSD Spelling Bee on Tuesday, January 17. Good luck to all of our Phenomenal MSJE spellers.
Mustang Market
Positive behavior at MSJE is expected and celebrated. All around school, students have opportunities to earn STAR tickets when they are caught being a STAR. Students can redeem their STAR tickets for prizes at the end of each month at the "Mustang Market." If you are interested in volunteering to help out at the Mustang Market, please reach out to Katy Carter.
2022-2023 MSJE Yearbook
The 2022-2023 MSJE Yearbook is available for pre-order now. Don't miss out on ordering a yearbook.
Customize Your 2 Free Pages: Add photos from your computer, Facebook, Instagram, Google Drive & more. The 2 Custom Pages are FREE and are printed ONLY in your book. Want more pages? Each additional 2 pages is just $0.99.
To Purchase & Customize Your Yearbook:
Go to: www.treering.com/validate
Enter you school’s passcode: 1012826531584096
Create Custom Pages by: Apr 11
Yearbook_Oct5off.pdfGATE (Gifted and Talented Education)
Fremont Unified School District (FUSD) provides support for gifted and talented (GATE) students through differentiated instruction. FUSD believes that differentiated instruction not only serves the needs of our exceptional students, but also enhances the entire educational program for all students. In February of 2020, funding for the CogAT testing was cut as part of the budget savings. While the CogAT testing has been the primary means of qualifying students for GATE identification we are now in the process of identifying an alternative way of identifying students. There will not be a test for GATE eligibility given this year. We are currently revising the GATE identification process and handbook. FUSD will have an update by Spring 2023.
During the 2022/2023 school year we will continue to identify 5th and 6th grade students who were not identified in an earlier grade. These students may be considered for GATE identification through the professional judgement process. Teachers and/or parents may nominate a student. A completed nomination form must be submitted by the teacher or parent to the school Principal by December 15, 2022. Principals will set up meetings with the teacher, student, and parent to discuss the student’s eligibility for GATE identification. In June 2023, parents, teachers, and students who applied for professional judgement will be informed of their child’s GATE eligibility.
MSJE Student Council Updates
MSJE is excited to announce the elected 2022-2023 MSJE student council officers:
President: Pranav R.
VP: Ellie C.
Secretary: Eckam G. and Shriya T.
Treasurer: Emily J.
Seargent of Arms: Kaylon P.
We are very proud of the many 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students who ran for an office. Whether students were elected or not, they have engaged in a valuable leadership opportunity and their effort did not go unnoticed.
Urgent Need - Noon Duty Supervisors Needed
Paid and Volunteer Positions are available for the 2022-2023 School Year! We are looking to add additional noon supervisors at Mission San Jose Elementary School. The position would be daily from 11:00- 12:45. If you are interested, please contact Katy Carter (kcarter@fusdk12.net).
MSJE Green Team
Volunteers needed... Our MSJE Green Team helps to sort and limit waste at our school. Being a part of the team is a great opportunity for students to volunteer their time to help our school as well as our environment. Groups of students in 4th - 6th grades can get involved when it is their class’s turn to pick up classroom recycling during their lunch recess. We also have opportunities for student supervisors in 2nd-6th grades to help other students sort their waste correctly at both lunch and snack recess. We welcome parent help, too! If you are interested, please contact Mrs. O’Hara at dohara@fusdk12.net.
MSJE's Health and Safety Committee
Volunteer opportunity available! We are seeking a parent to sit on MSJE's Health and Safety committee. This committee will meet in-person every other 4th Monday (3:00 - 4:00 PM) at the MSJE Library. Collaboratively, we will review and resubmit our Comprehensive School Safety Plan and consider the health and safety needs.
Please contact Katy Carter kcarter@fusdk12.net if you are interested.
2022-2023 FUSD School Year Calendar
Please see the 2022-2023 FUSD School Year Calendar.
Instructional-Calendar-22-23.pdfCounselor's Corner
Greetings MSJE Families,
As we approach the holidays, it is a good time to give thanks for all that we have in our lives. The holidays are about sharing, caring, and spreading joy. This month, students will have the opportunity to give back to their community by participating in our Toy Drive. During the week of December 5th-9th, students can drop off new and unwrapped toys to benefit local families in need. We look forward to spreading cheer this holiday season.
I would like to share with you that I am expecting in December and will be out on maternity leave starting December 8th and returning on May 1st. During my absence, there will not be a school counselor substitute. However, if any student experiences a crisis, there will be staff members on campus who can provide support. If your student needs any counseling support during my leave, please contact our front office at (510) 656-1200.
Best Regards,
Ko Vue
kvue@fusdk12.net
MSJE PTC Contribution Drive flyer - 2022_2023.pdfPTC Connections
We are all looking forward to a year of partnership, involvement, and enrichment! The support provided by parents and families will continue to play an important role in our students' lives.
Thank you, in advance, for your support!
The PTC mission is to facilitate excellent communication among parents and teachers together, and to build one another up for the benefit of these amazing children! The goal of the PTC Contribution Drive is to raise and administer funds that provide enrichment opportunities to MSJE students beyond those provided by the FUSD. The PTC will react to the changing needs of our students and teachers, and focus on creative ways to complement the ever changing learning environment. And we need your support to do so!
Over the years, the PTC has funded after school programs, classroom, and school needs to promote a more advanced and holistic education for our students. Examples include STEM programs such as Math Counts, Math Olympiad and Schmahl Science; Arts programs such as FAME, Music Programs, Creative Assemblies, Teacher Allotments, School Technology, School Library, Chess and more. All funded by parents like you.
Your one-time donation for the current academic year is very important as the children’s needs are new. To donate, simply point your smartphone camera at one of the QR codes below and tap the link that pops up.
Suggested donation: $225 per student
Thank you in advance for your help!
For more information, please visit the PTC page on the MSJE Website or email the PTC at msjeptcexecboard@gmail.com.
Next PTC Meeting: Tuesday, December 13, 7:00 PM
MSJE Community
Paperless fliers for community events, programs, and resources can be found at https://app.peachjar.com/flyers/all/schools/51584 . To sign up for automatic notifications, go to www.peachjar.com and click on 'Sign Up'.
Remember to also check MSJE's School Website for updates and information.
Mission San Jose Elementary
43545 Bryant St. Fremont, CA 94539 [MAP]
Office: 510-656-1200 ┃Fax: 510 651-4211
Office Hours: Mon - Fri: 8:00 am - 4:00pm