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Principal’s Message Jog-A-Thon Get your running shoes on for the McNear Jog-A-Thon coming up April 1, 2010. We are very excited about this new event that should bring support and fun to McNear. We had a school-wide assembly on March 4 to explain the details to the students, but I wanted to highlight them to you as well. The Jog-A-Thon will raise money to support Art and Technology in the school this year. We are looking at bringing more of both resources directly into the classroom. To participate in this project, students need to collect sponsors for the run. There are two important guidelines we asked students to remember while collecting sponsors: (1) always go out with an adult, and (2) only collect sponsors from adults they know. We also talked about two types of sponsorships. Students can be sponsored by the lap or with a flat rate. It will be easier for your child if they can get pre-paid flat-rate sponsors when possible so they don't need to return to collect. Students were very excited when we talked about this event on Thursday. We have some student incentives like the ipod/bike raffle, the guess-how-many-laps large pizza, the first class with complete paperwork ice cream party, and the prized class cup pizza party for the class raising the most funds. With good participation from McNear families, this fundraiser should make a significant difference in the day to day education of your children. The money raised will go directly to things used in the classroom with students. In a time when schools' budgets look precarious, the effort these fundraisers require could be worth the energy and a huge benefit to our students. Please do what you can to encourage and support your students in participating in the Jog-A-Thon. We know that working together we can continue to improve our children's education even in times like these. Onward, Jason
Please Sign In/Out at Office Anytime you come on campus, either to work in a classroom or pick up your child early, you MUST sign in/out in the office. If you are picking up your child from class early, be sure to come to the office and do not go directly to the class; we will have you sign out your child and we will call the classroom to have your child meet you in the office. If you are going to be working in the classroom, we need to have you sign in and wear a Volunteer/Visitor nametag. McNear students know to look for nametags on adults who are on campus; they know that any adult wearing a nametag has signed in at the office and that they are a “safe” visitor. For safety, and for the protection of all the students, PLEASE follow these procedures. If you get to school a little early on a Wednesday and decide to have lunch with your child, a quick stop in the office to sign in a put on a nametag is all that it takes. Yard duty supervisors are checking with all adults who are on the yard with students to make sure they are wearing nametags. If a yard duty asks you to come to the office to sign in, please understand it is being done with the safety of our children in mind. If you don’t want to put on a nametag, please wait on benches near the classrooms; please do not come onto the yard. Thank you for your support in assuring the safety of our students.
Reserved Parking You may have noticed the new “Reserved Parking” sign at the front of the school and wondered what it was for. That parking spot has been part of the silent auction for the annual Friends of McNear fund raiser; people bid on the space and the highest bidders “own” that parking space for the month - or whatever time frame they bid; it is for their exclusive use during that time. This is a great fund raiser for McNear, and a fun part of the silent auction. Please do not park in the “Reserved Parking” space!
Note From Janis Phillips As many of you now know I am leaving McNear at the end of this week. It is by far one of the toughest decisions I have ever made. As I told all the students, it’s not because I want to but because I have to. I will be taking a full time job as an administrative assistant for Panorama Organic Grass-Fed Meats in the old school district building downtown. As a single mom I need to do what is best for me and my son but knowing it is the right decision for us doesn’t mean that it is any easier to leave the place that has captured my heart. When I came to McNear a little over a year ago I was graciously welcomed into the community and I value the relationships that I have built with the staff, the students and their families. Since I live in town I’m sure I will still see many of you in the grocery store or at the park. McNear is a special place and I will certainly be back to visit when I can. If I get my way, I will be back in a few years as a parent as well. Thank you so much to all of you for being the wonderful students and friends that you are. I will miss you. Janis Phillips
Falcon Feathers - February There were an amazing 82 Falcon Feathers handed out for the month of February! Great job, McNear students! Primary:
Mrs. Martin, Rm. 2: Lizzy Bies, Luca Binsfeld-Debus, Casey Pectol, Finnley Stess, Boss Wannasri Mrs. Kincaid, Rm. 3: Bennett Adams, Jake Christian-Prior, Rocco Palmini, Joe Pardini, Morgan Smith Ms. Joyner, Rm. 4: Triniti Cresse, D’Mari Sims, Julian Spelman, Clay Stolp Mrs. McBroom, Rm. 6: Sheriene Arikat, Audrey Borloz, Claire Citti, Arianna DeLucca, Paola Salgado Bernal, Kira Simpson, Eva Zaouk Ms. Morelini, Rm. 10: Juliet Mattox, Patricia Morris, Gavin Newell, Alaina Williams Mrs. Sovel, Rm. 14: Joshua Garcia, Andrew Kirby Mrs. Durkin, Rm. 15: Ren Demsher Upper: Mrs. Bockhold, Rm. 7: Vanessa Gregorio, Sofie Hjermind, Camille Leoni, Madison Parratt, Antonio Resta, Lia Vann Gardner, Lucas Zedek Ms. Smaciarz, Rm. 8: Paulina Binsfeld-Debus, Jeniece Butts, Emily DeCarli, Zoe Garcia, Magnus Hultquist, Koko Jackson, Nora Lindsay, Monroe Marlatt-Holroyd, Ana Rye, Lynsee Witham, Willa Zagerman Mrs. Colunga, Rm. 11: Sarina Barter, Jacob Breeden, Cassie Cosmos Mr. Norstad, Rm. 12: Carson Gary, Cameron Ghaznavi, Miles Herndon, Jorge Mendoza, Ayana Penders, Gabe Robin, Luis Sanchez, Ruby Selvig Mrs. Heaslet, Rm. 13: Joe Bisgaard, Jayson Bordiga, Grace Davis, Kohl Demsher, Brandon Dodele, Emma Hegenbart, Gina Maddalena, Jack Reynolds, Gianna Ricci Mrs. Turko, Rm. 16: Madeline Abramson, Sawyer Backman, Violet Deardorff, Cody Evans, Fusi Fifita, Katie Gross, Zach Leno, Matius Lipsie, Danny Marzo, Shane O’Hare, Karla Rubio, Jaden Schrock, Kathryn Wood Ms. Rose, Rm. 17: Miguel Gonzalez, Nayeli Sanchez, Emunah Wiggins
McNear Students take Report to Petaluma city Schools Board of Education On Tuesday, March 9, two McNear sixth grade students will make a report to the Petaluma School board. Nora Lindsay from Ms. Smaciarz’ class and Brandon Kirsch from Mrs. Bockhold’s class will very ably represent McNear. Thank you, Nora and Brandon!
Garden News The McNear Life Science Garden Program begins this week, and we are so excited! However, we still need volunteer from all but three classrooms in order to offer the cooking piece of the program. If you can help out in this area, please contact Tina at schumikowski@comcast.net.
Not Returning to McNear Next Year? It would help us very much in our planning to know if your student DOES NOT intend to attend McNear School next year. Please complete the form below and return it to the McNear office by Friday, March 19, 2010 if your child(ren) WILL NOT be attending McNear School next year. Parent/Guardian Signature: _______________________________
Phone #: ____________________________________________ The following member(s) of my family will not be at McNear School next year: Name: _______________________________
10/11 Grade: __________________________ Name: _______________________________
10/11 Grade: __________________________ Name: _______________________________
10/11 Grade: __________________________ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Nos ayudaría much en nuestra planeación, el saber si su(s) estudiante(s) no piensa(n) atender a la escuela McNearel próximo año. Por favor complete el formato de la parte de debajo de esta pagina y regréselo a la oficina de McNear antes del viernes 19 de Marzo. Firma del padre o el guardián legal: _______________________________
Numero del teléfono: _________________________________________ Los siguientes miembros (estudiantes) de mi familia no estarán en la escuela McNear el próximo año. Nombre: _______________________________
Grado en el año 2010/2011: ________________ Nombre: _______________________________
Grado en el año 2010/2011: ________________ Nombre: _______________________________
Grado en el año 2010/2011: ________________
Special Education Parent Support McNear Elementary School will be offering the following meeting times for parents whose children are currently receiving special educational services from RSP, Speech & Language, Behavioral Aides, or Special Day Class. School staff will provide expertise and time will be given to supportive conversation. All meetings will be from 5-6 pm in Room 1. NEXT MEETING MAR. 15 (You do not have to have attended prior meetings) Topics for discussion will include: - Homework & academic support
- Building confidence and self esteem
- Encouraging friendships and social learning
- Positive discipline
- And more!
For more information contact Nicole Renae, Guidance Counselor
Phone: 707-249-3134 CHILD CARE MAY BE AVAILABLE, DEPENDING ON NUMBERS. PLEASE CALL NICOLE RENAE AT (707)249-3134 ASAP IF YOU PLAN ON ATTENDING AND WILL REQUIRE CHILD CARE TO ATTEND.
Parent Education Night:
Raising a Successful Child
*Please Join Us* Linda Dunwoodie, MFT will be coming to McNear Elementary School to discuss promoting future success in our children. Parents who attend this FREE presentation will learn more about: - Effective communication
- Self direction
- How to encourage emotional intelligence
- Ownership of academic success
Please come with questions, as Linda will be prepared to respond to specific audience concerns. Linda Dunwoodie, MFT is a local therapist who has experience working with teens and their families since the 1970’s and has a special interest in the prevention and early intervention of problems. Linda currently conducts a private practice working with individuals and couples facing parenting and relationship issues. When: Wednesday, March 24th
Time: 6 – 7 PM
Where: McNear Elementary School Library Please RSVP by Wednesday, March 17th
You may RSVP by e-mailing Nicole Renae at nrenae@pet.k12.ca.us or Sonja Wanhala at swanhala@pet.k12.ca.us or you may return the form below to the McNear or Grant School office
Please return this form to Nicole Renae, McNear School Counselor or Sonja Wanhala, Grant School Counselor by Wednesday, March 17th I will be attending the presentation at McNear School on March 24th. NAME(S):_______________________________PHONE:_______________ I will need babysitting my children whose ages are : _____________________ Babysitting requires pre-registration by the March 17th deadline
Upcoming Dates: - Kindergarten Registration for the 2010-2011 school year continues
- March 9, 6:00 pm - Board of Education Meeting, 200 Douglas Street (Brandon Kirsch and Nora Lindsay are Student Representatives at this meeting!)
- March 11, 3:15-5:00 pm - School Site Council Mtg.
- March 15, 5:00-6:00 pm - Special Education Parent Support Night, Room 1
- March 17, 2:30-3:30 pm - TB Test, Redwood Room, District Office
- March 19 - NOT Returning to McNear Next Year? Please Turn in Form to Office
- March 19, 2:30-3:30 pm - TB Test Reading, Redwood Room, District Office
- March 23, 6:00 pm - Board of Education Meeting, 200 Douglas St.
- March 31 - Mary’s Pizza Shack Dine and Donate, All Day (Flyer to Follow)
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