Newsletter, May 12, 2017

Principal’s Message

Dear Friends and Families of Los Ranchos,

Road closure update! The Amgen Tour of California Bike Race is coming by our school next Tuesday, May 16. The race will be passing by on highway 227 at approximately 2:51 p.m., right at the end of the school day.  It has been our experience that the racers pass by quickly and the race organizers open the road up as soon as possible. School buses will arrive early at school and they will leave school as soon as the road opens. Whether you are picking kids up at school, or  waiting for kids at a bus stop, be prepared for delays. We appreciate your patience and flexibility. Please go to  SLO City News for more information.

Join us for a family picnic on Friday, June 2. Bring a  picnic lunch and blanket to spread out on. This will be a time to connect with your childrens’ classmates and families before our summer schedules begin. Lunch recess will be from 12:15 - 1:00. We hope you can join us.

Sincerely,

Marlie Schmidt  

Upcoming Dates

• 5th and 6th Grade to Tiger Olympics, Friday, May 19th
• 4th Grade Wax Museum, May 24th
• Open House, Thursday, May 25th, 6:00p.m. - 7:00p.m.
• Battle of The Books, Friday, May 26th
• End of the Year Assembly, Monday, June 5th from 9:45am-11:30am
• Last day of school, Thursday, June 8th
• Los Ranchos Elementary Blues Baseball Game, Saturday, June 10th

(free tickets will go home before the end of school)

Newsletter, May 5, 2017

Principal’s Message

Dear Friends and Families of Los Ranchos,

What an eventful week we have had! It started with the water getting shut off, but it only went up from there. We had a wonderful STEAM Night on Thursday. Cal Poly students helped us to puzzle over electrical currents, building towers, problem solving (with many constraints thrown in for an extra challenge) and much more. We look forward to this being an annual event. I want to thank our LR STEAM Team: Maija Beaudion, Chris Becker, Reilly Wagner and Chelsea Smiley. A special thanks to Summer Reeves for leading the team and to all the families who came out for the event.

The 10th Annual Paul Reinhardt Bike Parade was also a huge success. Students came in fun costumes and colorfully decorated bikes. They were cheered by a supportive crowd of parents and schoolmates! A special thanks goes to Cambria Bicycle Outfitter and Foothill Cyclery for being here bright and early to make sure everyone’s bike was in tip-top condition! A special thanks to Tony Evans and Paul Reinhardt, whose passion for bike riding keeps this tradition alive!

The best parts of the week, however, were the daily treats and surprises from our parents and students for Staff Appreciation Week. We were all overwhelmed with the goodies, the cards, the flowers and thoughtfulness. We close the week feeling very appreciated and very fortunate to work with such an amazing community of students and parents.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Sincerely,

Marlie Schmidt  

Upcoming Dates

• Ride your Bike to School Day , Wednesday, May 10th
• Bring $1 to School to support “Day for Hunger” Thursday, May 11th
• 5th and 6th Grade to Tiger Olympics, Friday, May 19th
• 4th Grade Wax Museum, May 24th
• Open House, Thursday, May 25th, 6:00p.m.. - 7:00p.m.
• Battle of The Books, Friday, May 26th
• End of the Year Assembly, Monday, June 5th
• Last day of school, Thursday, June 8th

Bring a $1.00 to school on May 11th (or any other day next week) to support “Day of Hunger” to support the SLO Food Bank.

Reading by Design

Coastal Regional Summer Library Programs

June 5 – July 29

SAN LUIS OBISPO LIBRARY

 FAMILY CONCERT WITH MARYLEE SUNSERI

 WED, JUNE 14, 10:30 All Ages.

 SILVER JEWELRY WORKSHOP FOR TEENS

 TUES, JUNE 20, 3:00  Registration Required. Ages 10-17.

 WILD BUBBLE SCIENCE SHOW

 WED, JUNE 21, 10:30 All Ages.

FLASH FREEZE YOUR STUFF AND SMASH IT

TUES, JUNE 27, 3PM

TAIKO DRUMMING CONCERT

 WED, JUNE 28, 10:30 All Ages.

 BEAUTIFUL PAPER ART CRAFTS FOR TEENS

 TUES, JULY 11, 3:00  Registration Required. Ages 10-17.

 SOMETHING RIDICULOUS JUGGLING SHOW

 WED, JULY 12, 10:30 All Ages.

 LIVE REPTILE SHOW

 WED, JULY 19, 10:30 All Ages.

 FAMILY MAGIC SHOW WITH GERALD JOSEPH

 WED, JULY 26, 10:30 All Ages.

Newsletter, April 28, 2017

Principal’s Message

Dear Friends and Families of Los Ranchos,

I hope you were able to attend the Los Ranchos Celebration of Science and Inventions. Ninety-one inventors and scientists created beautiful displays of their experiments and best thinking. Participants had an opportunity to answer questions and present their findings to interested parents and inquisitive schoolmates. I want to thank the students and families who participated.  A special thanks goes to Mr. Becker and Mrs. Gomes for organizing the event!

We have a fun event coming up next week. We hope that you and your children come on Thursday, May 4, for STEAM Night. There will be many activities for you to construct and create, play with and puzzle over. All students are welcomed, but they must be accompanied with a parent/grandparent/guardian. STEAM Night is from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the multipurpose room.

We have the 10th Annual Paul Reinhardt Bike Parade on Friday morning, May 5th. All students are invited to ride. Those who can’t ride will be cheering on the riders. It is especially fun when students decorate their bikes. Balloons are not allowed in the spirit of keeping this safe and fun for everyone. This is a fun event for parents. We always need a few extra hands around the bike ramps. We hope to see you there!

Sincerely,

Marlie Schmidt  

Upcoming Dates

• Kindergarten and TK Round up - Monday & Tuesday, May 1st & 2nd
• STEAM Night - Thursday, May 4th, 5:30-6:30p.m.
• Bike Parade - Friday, May 5th 8:45am
• Bike to School Day - Wednesday, May 10th
• Bring $1 to School to support “Day for Hunger” Thursday, May 11th
• Open House, Thursday, May 25th from 6:00p.m.-7:00p.m.

10^th Annual Paul Reinhardt Bike Parade May 5

Ride or bring your bike to school on Friday, May 5 

** If any parents would like to help set up ramps at 7:45 AM,   please email cbruce@slcusd.org

       TK/ K/1 will ride at 8:45 AM       

  Grades 2 – 6 will ride at 9:05 AM

•      All riders must have helmets.

•      The parade is for bikes only – no scooters, skateboards, etc.

•      Training wheels are just fine.

•      Decorate your bike to add to the fun – NO BALLOONS!

•      Decorations may not obstruct you or other riders 

(no cardboard sides, structures, etc…)

•      Wear a bike jersey, or create your own biking outfit.

•      Decorate your helmet.

•      Create a theme and do a coordinated look for your bike, helmet, and outfit.

•      Check with your parents about riding your bike to school  that morning.

•      Bikes are to be walked across the quad, and parked in front of your classroom (park in the quad, not on the sidewalk).

•      If you are not riding your bike home, make arrangements for your bike to be picked up by the end of the school day.

•      Non-riders will be spectators.  Make signs to wave!

•      Foothill Cyclery will be set up in the quad at 8:15, to assist with minor technical needs.

** Mark your calendar: Ride Your Bike to School Day is on Wednesday, May 10! 

The students at Los Ranchos have the opportunity to make a difference by helping our community for Hunger Awareness Day. The students learned about the SLO Food Bank Coalition today at our assembly and how our school is going to have a “Bring $1 to School Day for Hunger” on Thursday, May 11th. We are having a classroom challenge to get all involved. Please ask them about it.

Newsletter, April 14, 2017

Principal’s Message

Dear Friends and Families of Los Ranchos,

Spring break is here! There are many fun opportunities when you return. Please make sure you check out the list below and mark your calendars.

We have a new event coming up on May 4th. We will be hosting our first Family STEAM Night on May 4th from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. This will be a fun event for the whole family. Students must attend with an adult family member, similar to Family Math Night.  We hope to have a full house. Please join us!

Students enjoyed some exploration of hands on science today during a Science Safari in our multi-purpose room.  Every class circulated through the multitude of learning opportunities. It was a great way to wrap up the last day of school before spring break. I want to thank all the parents who helped to make it go smoothly and to you, our PTA, for funding it.  

We hope you have a restful and memorable spring break.

Sincerely,

Marlie Schmidt  

Upcoming Dates

• Spring Break - April 17th - 21st, Students return Monday, April 24th
• Celebration of Science and Innovation, April 27th 1:30p.m.-3:00p.m.
• Variety Show - Friday, April 28th at 6:00 p.m.
• STEAM Night - Thursday, May 4th, 5:30-6:30p.m.
• YMCA Closed All Day - Friday, May 5th for before and after school care
• Bike Parade - Friday, May 5th

Celebration of Science and Inventions

Thursday, April 27, 2017 1:30-3:00 in the multipurpose room Step #1: Check out the planning guides on the Los Ranchos website under “Announcements” Have your child sign up with their teacher. Questions??? Ask a parent, your teacher, Mrs. Gomes, or Mr. Becker All participants will be given further information the prior to the celebration One Rule: Have Fun!!! Variety Show The Variety/Talent Show is Friday, April 28th at 6:00p.m. in the Multi-purpose room. We will have a final run through after school on Monday,  April 24th . Thank you from the PTA

I want to thank all of you who attended the Spring Fling at Holland Ranch!  We enjoyed dancing to JD Project, eating delicious pizzas made by Bear & The Wren food truck, and mingling with fellow parents and staff.

Thank you to Jaime Strand, Sarah Pedersen, and Nicole MacDonald for helping to put on such a fun event!  Thank you to Tap It Brewery, Treana, Baileyana, Kelsey, and Claiborne & Churchill for donating beer and wine.  Thank you to the Holland Family for your beautiful location, Bear & The Wren food truck for your amazing food and service, and to JD Project who provided the best entertainment!  Hope to see more of you next year, Jen Ross

Battle of the Books

Spring Break is the perfect time to get a few more books read for the Battle of the Books. 
Save the date of May 26 to come and support your readers in one of the best school days of the year. Please contact with any questions Melissa _a_allen@hotmail.com
Book lists and pledge forms can be found on the school website.

Newsletter, April 7, 2017

Principal’s Message

Dear Friends and Families of Los Ranchos,

It was great to have so many parents attend the last Parents’ Coffee. Mary Kay Stratton shared with parents the strategies that she teaches our students in Steps to Respect. She talked about calming down strategies, problem solving strategies and understanding the difference between conflicts and bullying.  Thank you everyone for making the time to participate. The presentation was very informative and a great time to make connections with other parents.

Have a lovely weekend.

Sincerely,

Marlie Schmidt  

Upcoming Dates

• Spring Fling, Saturday, April 8th from 6-10pm at Holland Ranch
• Spring Break - April 17th - 21st, Students return Monday, April 24th
• Celebration of Science and Innovation, April 27th
• Variety Show - Friday, April 28th

Spring Fling

ATTENTION ALL LOS RANCHOS PARENTS! You don't want to miss our 1st Annual Spring Fling Event at Holland Ranch.  It's on SATURDAY, APRIL 8, from 6-10pm. MUSIC! DRINKS! FOOD! RAFFLE! DANCING! It's sure to be a night to remember, so you don't want to miss it!!! Please click on the link below to get your tickets TODAY!!!!!   https://squareup.com/store/LosRanchosElementaryPTA PLEASE NOTE: Parking is limited so please try to carpool or uber and bring a jacket. Help Still Needed We are excited to have Tim Choal as our afternoon Crossing Guard. We appreciate his support! We are still looking for someone to greet our students and keep them safe in the morning at the crosswalk. In addition, we are looking for a parent, or community member, who would like to join our Noon Supervisor Team at lunch and /or morning crossing guard. The morning crossing position is 30-40 minutes before school and the yard duty position is one hour a day, from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. We are looking for  five days a week, but we welcome anyone who is interested in 2 to 5 days a week.   It is a great way to become involved in our school community and support a happy and positive lunch/recess time. Donations Since the weather is warming up, we have kids who need water bottles when they overheat. If any parents are able to donate some bottled water for the office to distribute it would be very appreciated.