Monday, August 22, 2016

Aug 22, 2016 Welcome Back Blog

Principal’s Message

Dear Friends and Families of Los Ranchos,
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We had a great first day starting the new school year. Students arrived eager to reconnect with friends, classmates and teachers. The energy at the flagpole this morning was high. After the initial excitement, students found their way to their new rooms, met their teachers, shared summer stories and then they wasted no time by jumping into the new routines, expectations and learning of the new year. We are so lucky to have students that show up every day, even the first day, ready to engage socially and academically. Thank you for all that you do at home to make that possible at school.
I want to thank the PTA for hosting their Back to School Parent Coffee. We had a great turn out this year. The coffee offers a great time for reconnection for returning parents and a warm welcome and introduction to our school community for new parents.  

Back to School Night is coming up. Please mark your calendar for Wednesday, August 31. Important information will be presented by your child(ren)’s teacher, PTA will share about the many ways to get involved and it is a lovely time to connect with our school community. Our YMCA will be offering childcare during Back to School Night.

Sincerely,
Marlie Schmidt

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Student Safety
Please be extra cautious and careful during pick-up and drop off.  We have many new kinder students and parents dropping off for the first time. Plan on needing a little extra time. Remember that students getting picked up in the pick-up zone need to picked up at the curb. They will not be allowed to get in a car that is in the drive through area. Safety is a top priority.

Upcoming Dates
Back to School Night schedule at a glance:
    • TK - 3rd grade Presentations: 5:30 - 6:15 p.m., classrooms
    • Whole School Welcome:  6:15  - 7:00 p.m., multi-purpose room
    • 4th - 6th grade Presentations: 7:00 - 7: p.m., classrooms