March Newsletter 2024
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Office Staff:
Scott Iwata, Principal
LeAnne Kodama, Secretary
Janet Thompson, Attendance Clerk
Wanda Chu, Office Assistant
Office: 510-656-1611
Fax: 510 656-7682
Warm Springs Elementary School
47370 Warm Springs Blvd.
Fremont, CA 94539
Dear Warm Springs Community,
As we welcome the month of March, our school is buzzing with excitement for the events and activities that will showcase the incredible talents and creativity of our students. This month, we had tryouts for our annual Variety Show, where students were able to showcase their talents and shine on stage. Additionally, we had our Read Across America door decorating contest, as well as our Read-a-Thon fundraiser, which will not only promote the love of reading but also raise funds to support literacy initiatives in our school as well. Our students still have time to read until this Friday, when the fundraiser ends. Keep on reading! We will use some of these funds to continue to build our online reading library where students can check out books anytime, including over the summer. To top it all off, we had a special Rock Out to Reading assembly. Students enjoyed a fun and interactive experience centered around the joy of books and music.
I am continuously inspired by the creativity, resilience, and spirit of collaboration that defines our school. Thank you for your continued support and involvement in making Warm Springs a wonderful place to learn and grow.
Spring Break is just around the corner and I hope everyone has a wonderful break as the weather starts to warm up!
In partnership,
Scott Iwata
Principal
GROWTH MINDSET QUOTE OF THE MONTH:
“Be of good cheer. Do not think of today's failures, but of the success that may come tomorrow. You have set yourselves a difficult task, but you will succeed if you persevere; and you will find a joy in overcoming obstacles. Remember, no effort that we make to attain something beautiful is ever lost.”
― Helen Keller
WARM SPRINGS VISION STATEMENT: Warm Springs empowers all students to be socially responsible, global citizens, while maximizing their unique potential in a safe and positive learning environment.
Office Policy Reminder
We do not send messages to students as this disrupts instruction. If you forgot to tell your child something, please email their teacher. Horner Middle School, follows this same protocol. For drop off items, please remember we only accept medication and glasses. We provide free lunch if needed and we have filtered water as well as emergency water, in all classrooms. We do not accept homework, projects, lunches, etc.
School Accountability Report Card (SARC)
Federal and state laws require school districts to make accountability reports available to the public online. Accountability report information is based on data and information from the previous year. Dates will run one year behind.
We are pleased to inform you that our district's School Accountability Report Cards (SARCs) are available in English, Spanish, and/or Chinese, as required. You may view the SARCs on the Fremont Unified School District web site at https://fremontunified.org/resources/reports/.
For more information about SARC requirements, see the California Department of Education (CDE) SARC web page at https://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/ac/sa/.
Spring Picture Day is Coming!
Spring Picture Day is coming on Thursday, March 21st! Lifetouch School Photography will be taking our school photos again. Your child will be coming home with the flyer next week. For more information about Picture Day, visit: https://schools.lifetouch.com/for-your-families/
Noon Duty Supervisors Wanted
We are looking for people to work as Noon Duty Supervisors here at Warm Springs Elementary. This position is five days per week, two hours per day, starting as soon as possible. This is a paid position and will help provide support during our lunch periods. If you are interested or would like additional information, please contact our Secretary, Mrs. Kodama at lkodama@fusdk12.net.
Yearbooks on Sale Again in April
Apr. 11- Apr. 19 for $25
We're thrilled to announce that our Read-A-Thon is underway! We're counting on you to make it a success. If you haven't already, please take a moment to activate your child’s personal reader page by clicking on the following link:
https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/323739313630
It only takes a minute or two, and your support will greatly assist us in meeting our financial goals.
Thank you for your help in reaching our goal of $25,000!
San Francisco Giants Fundraiser
Here's a great way to help raise funds for our school! Purchase a ticket for the Giants games in April and May ($10/ticket) and our school will receive $5 back (excludes Dodger games).
Information about the fundraiser:
Monday - Thursday games in April and May (excludes Dodger games)
View Reserve and Bleachers
$10 ticket with $5 going back to the school
Promo Code: WarmSprings
Our school is looking for monetary donations to help replace old/broken equipment on our school site (ie. poster maker, die cut machine, stage curtains, padding in the MUR, etc.). Every donation helps us reach our goal of providing fun and educational experiences to our students. All donations are appreciated, and all donors will be recognized on our website.
We appreciate your time and consideration, as together, we can make a difference in the lives of many students. You may donate online through My School Bucks to make a secure donation online (fees may apply) and specify “General School Donation” in the “Donate to Classroom #” section. Or, you may drop off donations in our front office on school days from 7:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Checks may be written to FUSD/Warm Springs Elementary.
Thank you in advance for your support.
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.
Board of Trustees Approve the 2022-23 SARCs
Federal and state laws require school districts to make accountability reports available to the public online. Accountability report information is based on data and information from the previous year. Dates will run one year behind.
We are pleased to inform you that our district's School Accountability Report Cards (SARCs) are available in English, Spanish, and/or Chinese, as required. You may view the SARCs on the Fremont Unified School District web site at https://fremontunified.org/resources/reports/.
For more information about SARC requirements, see the California Department of Education (CDE) SARC web page at https://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/ac/sa/.
2024-2025 Enrollment Information
Sibling priority enrollment and TK/Kinder priority enrollment will be from January 8 (applications opening, but appointments aren't open until January 22) and goes through March 27. Immersion applications and Science Magnet applications will be available online at that time as well.
Warm Springs Science Corner
Here are some students working through out the month in our various science labs, for some hands on science activities. Lawerence Hall of Science will be visiting Warm Springs this Spring! They will provide an assembly for all student and go over Solids, Liquids, and Gases. I know our students will enjoy this assembly.
Mrs. Brown's Counselor Info
Please make sure to visit Mrs. Browns webpage for all Counselor related information.
March 2024 Counselor's Corner (1).pdf
Congratulations to our winners!
Warm Springs' English Language Advisory Committee (ELAC)
Calling on Parents of Multilingual Learners... We are looking for parents of Multilingual Learners to serve on the District English Language Advisory Committee (DELAC) and the Warm Springs English Language Advisory Committee (ELAC). DELAC provides a forum for parents/guardians of Multilingual Learners to advise, assist and provide recommendations to District administration and the Board of Education for the continuing improvement of programs, services, and policies for English Learners and their families.
Please contact Mr. Iwata siwata@fusdk12.net if you are interested.
Message from the Student Support Services Department:
Dear Families and Caregivers,
We love having your children at school all school year!
This is the time of year when winter weather takes a toll on school attendance. Road conditions and rain can make it hard to get your children to school. So can illnesses such as colds, flu, fevers, earaches, and COVID-19.
These absences, even if they are excused, break the routine of daily attendance which can impact students feeling connected and engaged in learning. Please consider these steps to keep your children healthy and in school this winter.
1. Develop back up plans for getting your children to school. Check who can give your children a ride if you can’t take them, or form a “walking school bus” to walk to school with other families. [Maybe insert information on earliest time student can be dropped off and breakfast info]
2. If your children get sick or you are concerned about Covid or the flu, talk to your child’s medical provider or the school nurse for advice.
3. Stomach pain and headaches can be signs of anxiety and may not be reasons for keeping a child home. If you feel that anxiety or stress is playing a role, talk to your child’s teacher, the school nurse, counselor or your medical provider about how best to support your child.
4. Encourage children to wash their hands before and after eating and after using the restroom.
5. Encourage healthy habits such as getting enough sleep, eating healthy foods, drinking fluids and getting exercise.
Thank you for partnering with us!
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