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Placer Academy Crew News

September 17, 2018

FUN FRIDAY:

Fun Friday was a HUGE success!  Not only did students celebrate International Dot Day and participate in our annual jog-a-thon, they came together as a community.  The staff and I were struck by how amazing the "bigs" were with their "littles".  They took their roles as coaches and mentors very seriously.  

Updates Ahead

DOT DASH:

Thank you to all the parents who helped make the actual running of the Dot Dash a success! It was amazing to watch the kids support each other as they made laps around our fun dot course. We have earned $12,334...keep the donations coming! We are so close to reaching our goal of $15,000. 
NWEA ASSESSMENTS:

We wrapped up our school wide assessments this past week.  Our teachers our spending their professional development time on Friday diving into the data to analyze, plan, and develop the best academic plan for each student.  We will be sharing the overall data with our Board at the October meeting and we will publish the presentation on the website.  
HOT LUNCH:

Don't miss out on our pizza hot lunch on Wednesday, September 19 at both primary and upper campuses.  Order forms will be going home this week.  We are still in need of parent volunteers to help serve lunches.  The time commitment is from 11:30 am to 12:45 pm.  If you are interested in volunteering, please email PTO.
LOST AND FOUND:

The lost and found is already filling up with jackets, sweaters, plastic containers and water bottles. It is located at the end of the hall. Please take a moment before or after school to check for your child's lost items. 
Your stuff misses you!!

Minds Under Construction

KINDERGARTEN TEACHERS OR UNICORNS?:

Our kindergarten teachers are rock stars and look adorable in their new team shirt!
KINDERGARTEN/FIFTH GRADE BUDDIES:

​The fifth-grade students were very excited to become a big buddy with students from kindergarten. This week the fifth graders assisted their buddy to complete a Getting to Know You booklet. Throughout the school year, the fifth grade and their buddies will do many activities together including reading and writing activities. Most importantly, will be the friendships they develop.

Enroll Today

We have limited space available.  If you are interested in enrolling your students for the 2018-2019 school year, you can access the enrollment form HERE.  

Email us or call us at (916) 259-1688 if you are interested in scheduling a tour to see our fantastic school!

Supply Lists

Blueprint Of The Weeks Ahead

Sep 17 - School Day
     Parkour (K-5), 3-4pm
     Rock Band (6-8), 3:15-4:15pm
Sep 18 - School Day
     STEM (K-5) 3-4pm
     Drama (K-5) 3-4pm
     Creative Writing (6-8) 3:15-4:15pm
Sep 19 - School Day (PIZZA LUNCH)
     Music (K-5) 3-4pm
     Student Council (6-8) 3:15-4:15pm
Sep 20 - School Day
     Parkour (K-5) 3-4pm
     Math Club (4-5) 3-4pm
     Drama (6-8) 3:15-4:15pm
Sep 21 - Early Release Day

Sep 24 - School Day
     Parkour (K-5), 3-4pm
     Rock Band (6-8), 3:15-4:15pm
Sep 25 - School Day
     STEM (K-5) 3-4pm
​     Drama (K-5) 3-4pm
     Creative Writing (6-8) 3:15-4:15pm
Sep 26 - School Day
     Music (K-5) 3-4pm
     Student Council (6-8) 3:15-4:15pm
​     PTO Meeting 3:15pm
Sep 27 - School Day
     Parkour (K-5) 3-4pm
     Math Club (4-5) 3-4pm
     Drama (6-8) 3:15-4:15pm
Sep 28 - Early Release Day
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SCHOOL START TIME:
Primary Academy
K-5:  8:10 am
Upper Academy
6-8:  8:25 am

SCHOOL DISMISSAL TIME:
Primary Academy
K-5:  Monday - Thursday, 3:00 pm
K-5:  Friday, 12:00 pm
Upper Academy
6-8:  Monday - Thursday, 3:15 pm
6-8:  Friday, 12:15 pm

PTO Work Zone

The Placer Academy PTO is made of parent volunteers that work hard to make our little school a better place.  They provide student and teacher resources, plan community events, and conduct fundraisers that support our school community.
PTO ANNOUNCEMENTS:

The PTO website had a facelift.  Check it out HERE.

PTO Meeting:
Please join us at our next PTO meeting on Wednesday, September 26 at 3:15pm in the art room. Childcare will be provided.

Teacher Appreciation Committee:
If you are interested in helping out with our Teacher Appreciation Committee, please email the PTO.  It's a fun committee that spreads the love to all of our staff.

Box Tops:
Don't forgot to save your Box Tops.  The school gets 10 cents per unexpired label collected.  Drop them off in the front office anytime!  

Field Trips:
This year we are excited to announce that all funds produced by hot lunches, dine out nights, and candy grams will be going to reduce the cost of field trips for all grades.  By supporting these events we can keep field trip costs low!  Added bonus who doesn't want to take a break from packing lunches or cooking once in a while.  More information will be coming soon!

CONTACT YOUR PTO:
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Interested in volunteering for a committee, helping with a fundraiser, or assisting in multiple ways?  Email us at pto@placeracademy.org.

Supporting our school

Our SCRIP program lets you purchase gift cards at face value for things you utilize everyday -  grocery stores, gas stations, restaurants, coffee shops, movie theaters, and more - all while giving back to Placer Academy!  This past month we earned about $250 for the school through this program.  Be on the lookout for the next ordering opportunity.

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Toolkit For Parents

​Homework Help for Math:

​We have found a wonderful resource that allows you to choose your student's grade level, the module they are working on, and the lesson number.  Then, you can look at sample homework, video taped lessons, and other resources.  This resource comes from Oakdale Joint Unified School District.  

​Click HERE to utilize this awesome site!

Note-Taking:  A Research Round-Up:

Watch this great podcast about the importance of note-taking.  

​Click HERE to view it.
30 Questions to Ask Your Kid Instead of How Was Your Day:

How many times have you asked your child, "How was your day?" only to receive the dreaded, "Fine" as a response?   Click HERE for a cute article on other questions to engage your student in conversation.

Want Creative, Curious, Healthier Children with 21st Century Skills? Let Them Play:

The most powerful way children learn isn't only in classrooms or libraries but rather on playgrounds and in playrooms, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). In fact, a new AAP report states, "The importance of playful learning for children cannot be overemphasized."  Click HERE to read more about the importance of play for children.

The Overprotected American Child:

"Why not let them walk to school alone?  Parents and communities are figuring out ways to give their children more independence -and it just may help them to become less anxious, more self-reliant adults."  Click HERE to read more.

Why Did the Approach to Teaching Math Change with Common Core?

"This is actually a really good question, and it goes to the heart of the large backlash against Common Core. I can’t tell you how often I have dealt with snarky or enraged parents who vent about “Common Core math” and how awful it is. It’s even indirectly addressed in The Incredibles 2."  Click HERE to read more.

The Arts Have Much More to Teach Us

Two arts education luminaries reflect on their work and what's ahead.  Click HERE to read more.

School Calendar:  2018-2019