December 2023
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, Robotics, 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
Join MSJE in spreading Holiday Cheer! During the week of December 4th-13th, students can drop off non perishable food items to benefit local families in need.
Mission San Jose Vision Statement
All students will be valued, encouraged, and challenged in a collaborative learning environment.
Mark Your Calendars
December 5, 8:30 AM: MSJE Spelling Bee
December 8: Young Authors Contest - Submissions Due
December 12-14: Lil' Shoppers Shoppe Holiday Shoppe (PTC sponsored event)
December 12, 7:00 PM: PTC Meeting - join on Zoom
December 15, 6:30 PM: MSJE Movie Night (PTC sponsored event)
December 19, 6:30 PM: Kindergarten Holiday Sing-Along
December 22: Minimum Day (1st-5th grade - 1:30 dismissal)
December 25 - January 5: Winter Break (No School) - School resumes on January 8, 2024
'Tis the Season for Lil' Shopper's Shoppe
The holiday season is a time of joy, gratitude, and generosity. To bring the holiday spirit to our school and share the joy of giving with our children, we are hosting a Lil’ Shoppers Shoppe from Dec 12th through the 14th.
This holiday store is a mini-market where your kids will have the opportunity to pick out their own inexpensive, high quality gifts for their family and friends, all in a safe and familiar environment. The Lil’ Shoppers Shoppe is set up in school and run by parent volunteers, who will help kids pick out and pay for their items.
We are so excited to bring the magic of the holiday season to MSJE and experience the joy with all of our kids as they find that perfect gift for their loved ones. If you want to help make this event extra special for our kids, we are still in need of more volunteers (sign up here: MSJE Volunteers: Holiday Shop Volunteers). You can choose the date and time slot(s) that works best for you. For those of you that sign up, you can expect an email from Jennifer Goto, our Holiday Shoppe coordinator, with more event details and volunteering logistics.
Visit https://msjeschool.myschool.holidayshop.org/ to preview the items that will be available and to purchase gift certificates (parents may prefer to pay with credit card in lieu of student bring cash to school.)
Be on the lookout for the flyer and shopping envelope that will go home in the December 1st Friday Folder.
Congratulations, MSJE Chess Champions!
We are so proud and happy to announce that it was a stellar performance by our MSJE kids at the Calchess State Championships tournament 2023-2024. We sent in 6 teams and every single team won either a 1st place team or 2nd place team.
1. KG Champs - placed 1st in Team and Club.
Team winner - Adhvith G.
Club winner - Arjun M.
2. 3rd Grade Champs - placed 1st in Team and 3rd in Club
Team winner - Rohan J.
Club winner - Aman S.
3. Grade 4 Champs - placed 1st in Team and Club.
Team winner - Saachi D.
Club winner - Po-Yen L.
4. Grade 5 champs - placed 1st in Team and 4th in Club
Team winner - Saambhavi K.
Club winner - Aditi S.
5. K-3 Junior Varsity - placed 1st in Team and 2nd in Club
Team winner - Rishaan A.
Club winner - Advaith K.
6. K-6 Junior Varsity - placed 1st in Team and 2nd in Club.
Team winner - Arjun P.
Club winner - Pranav Sai P.
MSJE Sneaker fundraiser.pdfGot old Sneakers?
MSJE has teamed up with "GotSneakers?"
GotSneakers?" is a sneaker recycling organization that will help MSJE go GREEN and help raise money for the MSJE Science Program. Please bring in your new or used sneakers to the science lab (Room 24).
We will earn $1-$7/per pair for excellent, good or fair sneakers. If they are not in fair condition they will still be recycled. All shoe sizes are accepted.
Check out GotSneakers.com you have any questions about the type of sneakers or you can email Mrs. Ruscher at hruscher@fusdk12.net
Note: This will be an ongoing fundraiser, so old sneakers can be donated at anytime.
Become a Special Education Teacher in FUSD Through the Fremont-ACOE Teacher Residency Program
Attention parents and community members... A virtual informational session will be held on Tuesday, December 5 at 4:00 pm to learn about the Fremont-ACOE Teacher Residency. Stipends and tuition grants are available to support candidates in earning their Mild to Moderate Credential and master's degree in this one year program.
FUSD Family Resource Website
Welcome to the 2023 - 2024 school year! On this FUSD Family Resource Website, you will find resources, news, information about upcoming events that FUSD will host throughout the school year, past presentations, ways to encourage learning at home, and more. FUSD will continue to update this site so please be sure to bookmark this site and check back for more updates.
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 30, 2024.
More information and virtual access will be posted on fremontunified.org/events as available.
Health Guidance
The California Department of Public Health released updated guidance on when a student should stay home from school, it is available in English, Spanish, Chinese, and additional languages here. Please refer to this guidance when a student has symptoms of illness, including: cough, stuffy/runny nose, fever, vomiting, diarrhea, sore throat, ear/eye irritation, and/or rash.
Click here for FUSD’s protocols for students and staff with COVID-19.
Science Camp
We are thrilled to be returning to SCIENCE CAMP this school year! This year, all 5th-grade students will be attending Mission Springs Outdoor Education Science Camp February 20-23, 2023. Permission forms and additional information will be sent home with 5th graders on Friday, December 8.
Drop off & Pick-up Reminders
Morning drop begins at 8:05. When dropping off and picking up students on Bryant street, please note these reminders to ensure safety for all:
Please be courteous of the neighbors that surround our school. Do not block driveways or mailboxes, and do not move neighbors' trash cans to park your car.
Stay in your car when in the pick-up/drop-off zone on the school side of Bryant Street.
Be slow and cautious when pulling forward.
All students should exit the car on the right side.
Students should keep their backpacks and other items in the car, not in the trunk
No U-turns on Bryant Street
Cross only at designated crosswalks. Please, no jaywalking.
Recommended drop-off time is 8:05-8:15 AM (students are at risk of being tardy if they arrive later than 8:15)
At 8:18 when the warning bell rings, students must WALK to class.
2023-2024 MSJE Yearbook
It's not too early to order a 2023-2024 MSJE Yearbook.
Attention 5th grade parents/guardians...
One of the special ways we celebrate our 5th graders is including their baby pictures in the MSJE yearbook. Please use this 5th Grade Baby Picture Form to submit a baby picture of your student no later than March 30, 2024.
Basketball at MSJE
Congratulations to the boys and girls who were selected to play on the MSJE Basketball team this year. Many thanks to Coach Lee and Coach Lauren for their hard work and coordination.
We are looking forward to a great season of basketball.
GO MUSTANGS!
2024 Game Schedule
GATE (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.
During the 2023/2024 school year we will continue to identify 5th 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, 2023. Principals will set up meetings with the teacher, student, and parent to discuss the student’s eligibility for GATE identification.
Spirit Days 2023-2024
TBD
MSJE Student Council
President: Kaylon P. (rm 23)
VP: Rohit C. (rm 20)
Secretary: Aayat N. (rm 23)
Treasurer: Joslyn Y. (rm 19)
Sergeant of Arms: Shanvi K. (rm 20)
2023-2024 FUSD School Year Calendar
Here you will find the 2023-2024 School Year Instructional Calendar | 學校日曆 | Calendario Escola.
Instructional-Calendar-23-24-English.pdfCounselor's Corner
December is a good time to reflect on the positive moments we’ve had this year as the end of 2023 is fast approaching. As we approach the holidays, it is a great 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 Food Drive. During the week of December 4th-13th, students can drop off non perishable food items to benefit local families in need. We look forward to spreading cheer this holiday season.
Upcoming Events
Parent Workshop: Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), Monday, December 4, 2023 at 6:00-7:15 pm, Zoom Link
Parent Workshop: Tools to Support an Anxious Child, Tuesday, December 12 at 5:00 pm, Registration Link
Cooking for a Cause: Heartful Institute is inviting all children from grades 1 to 12 to come in teams of 3 from their school to participate in this enriching cooking adventure. Students may win exciting prizes for their school. The event will be held on December 9, Here is the registration link
Best Regards,
Ms. Vue, School Counselor
kvue@fusdk12.net
(510) 656-1200 ext. 33012
MSJE PTC Contribution Drive flyer - 2023/2024.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 2023-2024 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 Robotics; 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 12, 7:00 PM - join on Zoom
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