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School Phone: 408-252-5414 ~ Absence Line 408-252-5414-6 ~ FAX
408-996-9725
GATORAID
BoardofEducation
Superintendent:PhilQuonBoardMembers:
AnjaliKausar,BenLiao,
JosephineLucey,GaryMcCue,
PhyllisVogel
GARDENGATEELEMENTARY
CUPERTINOUNIONSCHOOLDISTRICT
10500ANNARBORAVENUE
CUPERTINO,CA95014
BrandiHucko-Principal
AzmehMalik-PTAPresident
SCHOOL CALENDAR
MARCH 1, 2012
3/1 7:15 p.m. PTA MEETING3/7 FAMILY MATH NIGHT - LAWRENCE HALL
OF SCIENCE AT GARDEN GATE
6:00-6:50 p.m. FAMILIES WHOSE LAST NAMES BEGIN WITH A -
N7:00-7:50 p.m. FAMILIES WHOSE LAST NAMES BEGIN WITH O - Z
3/9 SECOND TRIMESTER ENDS3/10 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. GRADE 3 -
FISHING IN THE CITY3/12 THIRD TRIMESTER BEGINS3/13 6:00 p.m.
C.U.S.D. BOARD MEETING3/14 8:00-9:30 a.m. TAKING IT PERSONALLY -
PROJECT CORNERSTONE PARENT MTG.3/16 CRAZY HAT DAY - SCHOOL SPIRIT
DAY
3/19 STAFF LEARNING DAY - NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
3/21 8:00-9:30 a.m. TAKING IT PERSONALLY- PROJECT CORNERSTONE
PARENT MTG.
3/21 3:45 p.m. SCHOOL SITE COUNCIL MEETING3/23 REPORT CARDS GO
HOME3/27 8:00-11:30 a.m. INTERNATIONAL DAY (ALL KINDERGARTEN
STUDENTS ATTEND 8:00-11:30)
3/27 6:00 p.m. C.U.S.D. BOARD MEETING3/28 6:00 p.m. HAPPILY EVER
AFTER PERFORMANCE - GLC
EVERY TUESDAY IS EARLY DISMISSAL Students are dismissed at
1:30.PRE-PAY FOR CUSD LUNCHES at PAMS (Parent Account Management
System) Lunchroom! You can make payments andview your students
account balance online by going to http://www.pamslunchroom.com or
by calling 1-888-994-5100.TO EMAIL
STAFF:[email protected]: If your child will
be absent, please call 252-5414. Ext. 6, by 8:30 a.m. to report the
absence.HOMEWORK: Homework may be requested for illness absences of
three days or more. Please call the office before 9:00 a.m.to
request the homework for pickup after 3:00 p.m.
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Garden Gates 2012 Teacher of the Year!I am proud to announce
that our staff has chosen Mrs. Marty Higgins as our 2012 Teacher of
the Year!The purpose of this program is to honor our teachers who
exhibit a commitment to educationalexcellence, strive for the
academic and emotional success of every child, and display a
passion for theteaching profession ~ this is absolutely Marty!
Please join me in congratulating Mrs. Higgins this isa
well-deserved honor!
Take It Personally (TIP) Returns to Garden GateParents often
wonder things like, How can I know what is most important in
helping my child succeed in
school academically andin life?, or the crucial How can I stay
connected with my child, especially as he/sheenters into teenage
years and middle school?. These can be daunting questions that
leave parents feeling anxious andisolated. How about getting
together with other parents to discuss these challenges?
Soma McCandless, of Project Cornerstone, will once again return
to Garden Gate to lead our parents through a workshop.Garden Gate
parents that attended this workshop in October 2011 declared it a
rousing success, sharing statements such aThe TIP study group
really raised my awareness about how even the tiniest efforts that
I can (and have) been making as aparent can vastly affect asset
building in my children and all children I come in contact with in
either a positive or negativemanner. The best part, to me, was how
this group became a personal journey as I explored what asset
building connectiI had within my own upbringing and how those
experiences have helped shape my life...and subsequently how I
wanted mychildren and others I supported to see me one day... My
summary would be: I miss the class so much. I keep hoping the
just one more meeting. I read and take courses, but I actually
apply what I learned in TIP. My family and I share our rose anthorn
every night and it has made everything just a bit better!
Our spring Take It Personally workshop will be offered on six
Wednesdays (3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28, 4/4 and 4/11), from8:00-9:30
a.m. in the Garden Gate Staff Room. Project Cornerstone requests a
one-time donation of $10 to cover the cost othe workbook from which
parents will work. Theres no need to register just join the first
meeting! For additional details,please contact me:
[email protected].
Childrens Writing WorkshopThe Santa Clara County Reading
Council, in conjunction with the Sunnyvale School District, have
graciously invited CupertUnion School District students, parents
and teachers to participate in a Childrens Writing Workshop. This
workshop will bon Saturday March 24, from 8:30 a.m until 12:00 p.m.
at Columbia Middle School. Author Jeff Savage will share some of
thbooks hes written, as well as key writing strategies to improve
writing. Registration forms, accompanied by the $10 paymeare due by
March 16. The registration form/flyer, can be picked up in the
Garden Gate Office until March 13.
A Huge Gator Thank You to our PTA!
You may remember that in our February 16th Gatoraid, I thanked
the PTA for their generous donation of funds for much-needed
technology items for Garden Gate. This includes iPod Touches and
document cameras that will directly impact stulearning. We are so
grateful. Please stop by the PTA window (exterior corner of office
near Room 2) to see our Thank YouPoster.
New California Booster Seat LawThe new California Booster Seat
Law, effective January 1, 2012, prohibits parents, guardians, or
drivers from transporting achild under 8 years old in a motor
vehicle without securing that child in the back seat in a child
restraint that meets federalmotor vehicle safety standards. The law
does contain a provision, however, that a child under 8 years of
age who is 49 inheight or taller, may use a safety belt rather than
a child safety seat or booster seat. The new child safety seat law
for 2012imposes stiff fines and penalties for violations, including
the possibility of child endangerment charges.
PropellersDo you wonder how to connect better with your
children? Do you wonder what matters to them, and how you can
assist the
to grow up to be healthy, caring and responsible citizens? I
encourage you to try a "propeller" - a question intended to
sparkconversations with your children. Try it around the dinner
table tonight! This week's propeller: How do you help your friends
feel more positive about themselves?
School Site Council Seeks NominationsThe School Site Council
(SSC) is asking for nominations for two parent positions on the SSC
for next school year. The SSC develops anmonitors the School Plan
and School Based Coordinated Program Budgets. The SSC is a great
way to be involved and to give input to oschool programs. Our SSC
is comprised of an equal number of staff and parent
representatives. The meetings are held once a month aschool. If you
are interested in serving on the SSC, or if there is someone you
would like to nominate, please complete the information band return
the form to school by March 12th. If you have any questions
concerning SSC, please contact Mrs. Patti Wolf at 252-5414 ext.
School Site Council Nominations for the 2012 - 2013 School YearI
am interested in a position on the School Site Council: Name: Phone
Number:_____________I would like to nominate: Name: Phone
Number:
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]
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PARENT TEACHER ASSOCIATION (PTA) NEWS & RESOURCES
Garden Gate Elementary School 10500 Ann Arbor Ave., Cupertino CA
95125
Hello Garden Gate Families,
hope you enjoyed a wonderful Mid-Year Break! Please join us for
ourMarch PTAmeeting which will take place tonight, Thursday, March
1st in the GLC at 7:15 p.m.Everyone is welcome and encouraged to
attend!
The following are a few important PTA announcements for this
week:
Honorary Service Awards: Your Nominations Are Needed!Last week
your child brought home a flyer that asked you to submit your
suggestions and nominations for thisyears Honorary Service Awards.
The Honorary Service Awards are given to individuals in recognition
of theiroutstanding service and dedication to our children and
youth. Please remember to send in your nominations assoon as
possible so that we can recognize and honor the efforts and hard
work of outstanding Garden Gatevolunteers!
Please Sign Up For International DayWe still need presenters and
display booths for Garden Gates International Day which will be
held on Tuesday,March 27th. Presentations are scheduled from 8:00
a.m. - 11:30 a.m. and should be 15 - 20 minutes in length.You will
need to prepare a short presentation to share with the children
demonstrating items, crafts, food and anyartifacts reflecting that
country. If you have fun facts and information about a particular
country that you would like
o share with students, please contact Mahalakshmi Rameshbabu. It
is a very exciting and informative day for thestudents and parents
alike.
Lastly, we still need many volunteers to help with various other
tasks during International Day. If you are availableo help in any
way, please contact Mahalakshmi Rameshbabu at
[email protected].
Haveagreatweek!
AzmehMalik
GardenGatePTAPresident
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]
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Garden Gate Elementary School 10500 Ann Arbor Ave., Cupertino CA
95125
Math Around The WorldCome learn about Math Around the World on
FamilyMath Night Wednesday, March 7th in the Garden GateGLC.
Lawrence Hall of Science will bring more than adozen interactive
math activities to intrigue students
and their families. Due to space limitations, we areholding two
sessions. If your last name begins with A-N please attend Session 1
from 6:00 - 6:50 p.m. If yourlast name begins with O-Z, please
attend Session 2from 7:00 - 7:50 p.m. Thank you for your
cooperation,and thank you to the PTA for making Family MathNight
possible.
STAR Testing DatesThe California Standardized Assessment
(STAR)testing dates are being published so that parents canplan
ahead. STAR Testing will be held from April 30,2012 through May 11,
2012 for 2nd - 5th grades (withmake-up testing May 14th -18th).
Your child will need
to take the entire test in order to receive completeSTAR scores.
Please do not schedule family trips ormake appointments during
these times. It is veryimportant that our students are at school
during thetesting.
Writing Assessments For Grades 3 - 5Students in grades 3, 4 and
5 will take a writingassessment on March 6, 2012. The test for
fourthgrade students is part of their STAR test. Theassessment for
third and fifth graders is given by theCupertino district and is
not part of their STAR test.
Please do not schedule any appointments or familytrips on this
date. STAR testing for grades 2-5 beginsTuesday, May 1. Please do
not schedule anyappointments or family trips during the week of
April 30or May 7. Thank you.
Lost and FoundPlease stop by the Lost andFound cabinet that is
located at therear of the administrative buildingand take a few
moments to checkfor your lost personal items. It is full
with lunch containers, hats andmany other items. For
smallerpersonal items such as keys, watches jewelry, etc.,please
check in the front office.
Important School Calendar DatesThe CUSD Board of Education has
approved thecalendar for the 2012-2013 school year. The first dayof
school will be on August 20, 2012. The last day ofschool for this
year is June 12, 2012. Students must
be present on the last day of school andon the firstday of
school in order to be guaranteed a spot atGarden Gate. Students not
attending the last or firstday of school will be dropped and
parents will need tore-register when the child returns.
Absences and TardiesAttendance and punctuality are important
inestablishing good behaviors and building responsibilityin young
children. Please ensure that your child is atschool everyday and
that they arrive on time. If yourchild will be absent, please call
the attendance linepromptly (252-5414, ext. 6). If your child
arrives after8:00 a.m. they must report to the school office for
a
late slip before entering the classroom. Under statelaw, three
unexcused absences or tardies may beconsidered truancy.
Important Reminders:For the protection of the students, please
rememberthat students are not to be on the Garden Gatecampus before
7:45 a.m. There is no adult supervisionuntil 7:45 a.m.Please do not
congregate outside of the classroomswhile school is still in
session. This is very disruptive toboth the teacher and the
students and could be adistraction from valuable learning time.
Every Tuesday is early dismissal day. Pleaseremember that all
a.m. Kindergarten students aredismissed at 11:10 a.m. and all p.m.
Kindergartenstudents along with students in grades 1-5 aredismissed
at 1:30. Please remember to pick up yourchildren promptly.
Scrip And E-ScripRemember to purchase Scrip on Tuesday
afternoonsbetween 1:15 - 1:45 p.m. and also on Friday
morningsbetween 7:45-8:15 a.m. Scrip is spent just like cashon
everyday expenses. eScrip also provides an easyway to earn money
for the PTA. Participatingmerchants donate a percentage of
purchases to the
school. Parents (also family and friends) should
visitwww.escrip.com to register their credit/debit cards,Safeway
Card, and PW Supermarket Card. Be sure tospecify Garden Gate
Elementary School (eScripnumber is 139188329.) For those who dont
haveinternet access, please fill out and turn in an
eScripregistration form (available during scrip sales times orin
the school office).
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Garden Gate Elementary School 10500 Ann Arbor Ave., Cupertino CA
95125
2012 STAR WRITING TESTStudents in grades 4 and 7 will take the
STAR Writing Test on March 6, 2012. The STAR WritingTest addresses
writing application standards for grades 4 and 7. Students in grade
4 may be
asked to write a fictional narrative (story), a response to
literature, or a summary of a readingpassage. Students in grade
seven may be asked to write a fictional narrative (story), a
responseto literature, a persuasive letter or essay, or a summary
of a reading passage. Students at bothgrade levels read a task and
write a first draft of their essay. First drafts are submitted to
the statefor scoring. The two-week multiple choice STAR Test window
begins April 30, 2012.
SCHOOL REPAIR BONDAging classrooms and labs, leaking roofs, and
fire and earthquake safety systems must be repaired and upgraded to
ensusafe and modern learning environment. Our students deserve
upgraded classroom technology to compete in todays high-world.
Additional classrooms are critical to accommodate our growing
student enrollment.
To protect strong student achievement, student enrollment growth
and update local schools, our Board of Educatioconsidering placing
a $220 million school repair bond measure on the June 2012 ballot.
By law, the measure would annu
cost local property owners no more than $30 per $100,000, based
on assessed valuation as determined by the Santa CCounty Assessors
Office.
This Potential Measure would:
Fix leaky roofs Upgrade earthquake and fire safety systems
Remove potentially hazardous materials from old school structures
Keep schools clean and well-maintained Update science labs,
computers and educational technology, so our students are prepared
for the 21st-century Accommodate student growth by providing
additional classrooms
The Cupertino Union School District Board of Education will
consider placing a school repair bond measure onJune 5, 2012 ballot
during the Board Meeting held on Tuesday, March 6, 2012 at 10:00
a.m. All community members
invited to attend and share their opinions. The meeting will be
held in the Board Room in the District Office located at 10Vista
Drive in Cupertino.
District Calendar 2011-2012(all schools except
Murdock-Portal)March 19, 2012 Staff Learning DayApril 16-20, 2012
Spring RecessMay 25, 2012 Staff Learning DayMay 28, 2012 Memorial
DayJune 12, 2012 Last Day of School
District Calendar 2012-2013 (All schools except
Murdock-Portal)August 20, 2012 Students ReturnSeptember 3, 2012
Labor DaySeptember 21, 2012 Staff Learning DayOctober 29, 2012
Staff Learning DayNovember 12, 2012 Veterans DayNovember 19-23,
2012 Thanksgiving RecessDecember 24-January 4, 2013 Winter
RecessJanuary 21, 2013 MLK, Jr. DayFebruary 18-22, 2013 Mid-Year
RecessMarch 18, 2013 Staff Learning DayApril 15-19, 2013 Spring
RecessMay 24, 2013 Staff Learning DayMay 27, 2013 Memorial DayJune
12, 2013 Last Day of School
