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Communication
Communication
Mr. Preza is a proponent of having strong communication lines with families in order to better provide for their children.
For day-to-day communication, direct message on ParentSquare is the best avenue for reaching him. District, site, and classroom communications are also shared via ParentSquare.
The year will begin with frequent communications, then move to less frequent communications.
Immediate updates will be shared as needed.
You can also reach Mr. Preza through email at prezaj@unionsd.org. Please be aware that he does not check his throughout the instructional school day.
Independent Practice @ Home
Independent Practice @ Home
Mr. Preza values every family’s unique perspective on homework. On a daily basis, your child will be encouraged to read or log into Lexia for at least 20 minutes, complete a few math problems reinforcing the day’s lesson, and work on a daily spelling worksheet. Please note that homework is meant for practice and will not be corrected or graded.
Reading logs will not be used by Mr.Preza, so it is your discretion as a guardian to what and how long your child reads on a daily basis.
If you would like your child to keep a log, here is an example that can be printed or used digitally.
Your child's academic planner, also known as the homework tracker, also has a reading log at the bottom of each daily planning section.
On rare occasions, if your child falls behind on in-class projects, your child may be encouraged to work on it at home.
If your child is completing homework, please remind them to bring their student planner to school everyday.
Birthday Celebrations
Birthday Celebrations
Students will always be celebrated and acknowledged on their birthdays. However, birthday snacks are not allowed in Room B or any USD classroom. This is a district-wide policy.
Instead, birthday celebrants can choose and be in charge of an activity in the classroom (ie: PE, cooldown cartoons, arts and crafts). If students want to share a non-edible "goodies," they will have the last few minutes of class on their birthday to do so.
4th Grade Field Trips and Learning Experiences
4th Grade Field Trips and Learning Experiences
Students will visit Mission San Juan Bautista. During this field trip, students will learn more about California history through a special presentation and free exploration of the mission.
The theme of our end-of-year field day is "Gold Rush." Students will participate in various entertaining activities. All of 4th-grade will have a special lunch as well.
Students will travel back to El Pueblo de San José de Guadalupe in 1797 and explore the oldest house in San José, all while partaking in popular pastime activities of the time.
Monetary donations for each learning experience will be collected closer to each experience date.
Classroom Donations
Classroom Donations
Classroom donations are always greatly appreciated! If you would like to contribute, single-item needs can be found on our Amazon Wishlist (though feel free to shop at any retailer that is convenient for you).
We also have ongoing needs for hand sanitizer, tissue boxes, and disinfectant wipes throughout the school year. Because storage space in our current temporary classroom is non-existent, requests for these items will be shared in our newsletters as needs arise.
Mr. Preza Substitute Days
Mr. Preza Substitute Days
Due to district responsibilities beyond the classroom, Mr. Preza anticipates needing a minimum of nine substitute days this school year (excluding any sick or personal leave). He will do his best to space these days out to minimize disruption to the students. For most of these commitments, he will remain on campus and available to step back into the classroom if needed.
Lietz Home and School Club Information
Lietz Home and School Club Information
New information added to the Lietz Handbook as of 2024
2026- 2027 School Year Calendar
2026- 2027 School Year Calendar
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