November
11/13-15: Almond Musical
11/18- LASD Art Showcase
11/18- PTA Board Meeting @ 8:30pm
11/23-11/27: Thanksgiving Break- NO SCHOOL
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November is Native American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the many cultures, traditions, histories, and contributions of Native American peoples. It is a wonderful opportunity for children and families to learn about Native communities, both past and present, and the important ways they continue to shape our world. While we recognize this month in November, learning about and honoring Native voices, stories, and experiences is something we can carry with us throughout the year.
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November is also our month to help students deepen their understanding of Gratitude! Gratitude is "choosing to appreciate the people and things in our lives." Please see the newsletter below for an overview and family conversation starters! |
How can technology support meaningful learning, and where do we need to be thoughtful about its use? Join us to learn about LASD’s approach to technology and artificial intelligence in our schools. We’ll share how we’re thinking about the opportunities and challenges these tools present, with students’ learning, well-being, and ability to think for themselves at the center. This presentation will be led by Grace Choi, Coordinator of Curriculum and Instruction, and will take place tomorrow, November 13th at 9am in the school Multi. |
What happens when students lead their own learning and dive deeply into a question that matters to them, and share their voices in powerful ways? Illuminate LASD invites students to become experts, innovators, and change-makers. Whether it’s researching a topic they’re passionate about, solving a problem that inspires them, or creating something to make an impact, students will share the artifacts that highlight the learning process. From TK to 8th grade, Illuminate LASD invites students to share what they now know and can do by sharing the process and products of their learning on Friday, February 26th from 4:00PM - 7:00PM.
Register today to participate and submit an Intent Form by November 18th by visiting https://tinyurl.com/illuminateLASD. We invite you to share in this experience that connects student curiosity, creativity, and agency!
Our school is still looking for a parent lead for this event so if you are interested in this role, please contact Raquel Matteroli at rmatteroli@lasdschools.org.
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The Kindness Eagles and Student Council have been helping our community celebrate Kindness Week, this week! This year’s theme, “Kindness Is Better Together!”, reminds us that small acts of kindness can make a big difference in creating a welcoming and inclusive school community. Throughout the week, students have been participating in activities such as adding their pictures to our “We All Belong” poster, spreading kindness through classroom challenges and Kindness Bingo, sharing positive messages, and creating a schoolwide Chain of Kindness. We’ll wrap up the week tomorrow with a Kindness Fair featuring bubbles, inclusive games, sidewalk chalk, and crafts! Students are also encouraged to wear kindness-themed shirts or bright colors on Friday. A big thank-you to our Kindness Eagles, Student Council, and the staff members helping bring this special week to life! A special thank-you to Mrs. Reilly, Mrs. Harvey, Ms. Powell, and Mrs. Herrick for their leadership, encouragement, and dedication to guiding our student leaders. We are grateful for the time and care they invest in helping our students turn kindness into action!
Here's to honoring Native voices and traditions, celebrating gratitude, and appreciating the people and experiences that enrich our community!
Raquel
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Want to learn more about how to help guide your student to act with kindness? And enjoy a warm drink and cookies with fellow Almond parents?
Please join us on December 1st, 6-7:30 PM for a FREE holiday community event for Almond parents featuring youth motivational speaker Blake Brandes. Childcare will be provided. Please sign up in advance for childcare using this link: https://forms.gle/Xgp5bTDPNEDeHCwX6
This past May, Almond parents heard from Dr. Blake on how to coach kids to have a growth mindset. Now he’s back to help parents navigate supporting students to act with kindness and become responsible digital citizens.
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Don't miss our very own Almond 3rd-6th graders as they perform the musical Matilda Jr. in the Almond Multi from Fri Nov 13- 15. Limited tickets remain for the shows Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Tickets can be purchased in the ClassroomParent store. |
Art will be on display at Covington Elementary on November 18th from 5:00-7:00 pm. This event will be a celebration of student art and local artists, as well as an opportunity to enjoy an evening together as an LASD community. |
Help us make next year’s event even better! Take a few minutes to answer our survey. Thank you! |
Whether you have an hour to spare or want to lead a fun program, we’d love your help!
- 🎨 Art Showcase Setup: Nov 12 & 13
- 🎨 Art Showcase Event Support: Nov 18
- 🔬 Illuminate Science Fair Leads: (Materials/training provided! Event on Fri, Feb 26th)
- 🚲 Bike to School Month Champions: Make May fun & safe (decorate bike cages & more!)
- 💻 VP of Technology: Board role managing website/systems
- 📢 VP of Communications: Board role keeping parents informed & updating the master calendar
- 🏃 Walk-a-Thon 2027 Team: Planning starts in Jan—bring your fresh ideas!
- 💡 Have Your Own Idea? Let us know what you want to bring to Almond!
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Our new soft Almond Eagles shirts are up for sale on Classroom Parent. Get yours while they last!
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Get ready to see the multi transformed into a gallery! Join us on November 18 at Covington Elementary from 5:00-7:00 pm for the annual LASD Art Showcase. Let’s celebrate our students’ creativity together.
From colorful paintings and bold prints to textured collages and clay creations, there’s something from every grade, TK through 8th. It’s a great chance to wander and admire your student’s artwork alongside others.
And this year, there’s a little mystery in the mix! LAEF is bringing a fun scavenger hunt to the showcase, with a chance to win exciting prizes.
From the Art Docents program in our elementary schools to art electives in junior high, our students learn about art appreciation as well as art elements, techniques, and so much more. And your donations to LAEF help fund it all. Thank you for supporting art education for all LASD students. See you at the showcase!
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Students may bring their own lunch to school, however, no outside food/vendors will be allowed on campus, including deliveries from outside vendors
(i.e. DoorDash or similar service or parent drop off of local food vendors).
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ATTENDANCE NOTES:
LATE ARRIVALS: stop by the office to check in before going to the classroom.
- Please let both your teacher & the office know if you are planning to pick up children early.
- It will take longer to check out your child during recess (10:10-10:30am) and lunch (12-12:45pm) because we have to locate your child on the playground. Please try to avoid these times by coming before or after recess & lunch.
Independent Study Plans:
- Each student may utilize a maximum of 15 ISP days per school year
- Please notify the office of the dates of absence as soon as possible.
- All Independent Study Plans are subject to principal approval
- Parent to initiate the ISP. Please use this Independent Study Plan Link
OFFICE NOTES:
- NO dogs allowed on campus
- Any volunteers or visitors to LASD schools are required to check in at the front office
- FORGOTTEN ITEMS: if you must bring a forgotten item to school, please drop it off to the office and we will deliver it to the classroom. This includes forgotten lunches from home too!
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