Sunday, April 30

 

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! The goal of this week is to give your parents the opportunity to show you how much they love you and appreciate you. I know that most of you do not like a lot of attention, but take it in and soak it up. You work tirelessly to support your students and their parents recognize how much you do. This week, focus on all of the wonderful things that happen. Don't let the small, negative things get to you. That is a tall task, I know. But make this a wonderful week!💝 

See below for all of the special things the PTC has planned. They are also going to cover your before and after school duties!

Coffee!! I hope you will be able to take advantage of this special coffee offer! Make a date with someone and take advantage! RCSD has teamed up with two locally-owned coffee houses to celebrate! Fourscore Coffee House at 325 Lincoln Street and Bloom Coffee at 1485 Eureka Road will offer buy one, get one free espresso drinks for all RCSD staff. All week long, Monday through Friday, Fourscore and Bloom will be thanking RCSD staff with this exclusive BOGO deal - all you have to do is show your staff ID!

CAASPP Testing: Testing begins this week! Teachers grades 3-5, see your email from Nichol with updates and important information.

TOSA Tidbits

I came across this site that has compiled some great resources together with digital slide decks of various number talks. Just had to share...

Math Talks for Slides

EL Update

Its time for our Spring RFEP Monitoring forms to be completed by May 11. Not everyone has students who need to be monitored. An email was sent to specific teachers on April 27 to let you know that Ellevation will be sending you a notice to complete this. This is different from the EL monitoring you completed. These monitoring forms are for students who have reclassified. 

PBIS Reminder

If you haven't yet, please talk with your students about our PBIS walkthrough and refresh their memory on what our "PACK expectations". Continue to pass out the PACK Passes, give specific feedback on why they are receiving it, and consider those students who may not be receiving PACK pass recognition. 

Did you know... Rori Wright saw a picture of her husband when she was 15 and said to her best friend, “Who’s this guy? I’m going to marry him.” Together for 35 years, married for 27.

Did you know one of our staff member's mom was a nun before she met her dad? Who is it?

What makes you unique??: I am almost through my list, so feel free to add another or if you haven't already, please add an interesting fact here: Unique Fact 

Coming Up This Week:

Monday, 5/1:

Tuesday, 5/2:  

Wednesday, 5/3: PBIS Recognition Walk Through 8-10am

Thursday, 5/4: 

Friday, 5/5: Morning Flag Salute at 7:50am

Fun Fact of the Week:

Sunday, April 23

 

I hope this resonates with everyone of you because it definitely represents all of you. I know you give your all each day to make a difference in the lives of each of your students. I also know that you feel successful when they feel successful. You are a gift to your students and they are lucky to have you. 

CAASPP Testing: 

CAASPP testing is here! 5th grade teachers will be starting their CAST science test next week April 24-28 and then 3rd, 4th, and 5th will be doing their ELA and Math tests from May 1-12th. 

3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade- Please make sure you complete at least one practice test to get students familiarized with the testing format and tools. If you notice anything isn't working on the Chromebook, please swap it out with Candi ASAP. I would also encourage families to send in headphones during testing (preferably the plug in kind).

TK-2nd Grade- Remember, you are our hype squad! If you haven't already, please start planning out your poster for your upper grade class and get in contact with the upper grade teacher so you can get the poster delivered before testing starts. If you want to do anything else in addition to the poster, that is up to you! Thanks for doing this! :)

TOSA Tidbits: 

PBIS Recognition Walkthrough 

May 3 from 8-10 am is our PBIS Tier 1 walkthrough with Julie Murdaugh. This is part of the application process to receive silver recognition for tier 1 practices. Silver is the highest we can get in tier 1. Please take some time to let your students about the walkthrough and what to expect. 

We have all been working so hard on implementing PBIS for the past few years. Everyone is doing such a great job! Thank you!

If you have any questions please reach out to anyone on the tier 1 team: Jessica, Rori, Jen Hardy, Candice, Jen Boyd and Nichol.

TOSA Support: With the end of the year quickly approaching, I'm going to change my schedule for the remainder of the year. Attached you will find a weekly schedule (one table for each week) where you can sign up if you'd like me to come to your classroom. The document has some ideas of what I could do or you can let me know if there is something different you have in mind. 

Don't feel like you have to let go of the time I am currently coming to your class, just add your name back in those slots each week that it works for you. I have some more info on the sign-up sheet that might make more sense. :/ 

 Wright-TOSA Schedule April 24-May 26

EL Reminder

The EL monitoring forms are due on April 28th. A reminder to complete the forms will be sent by Ellevation on Monday if you have forms to complete.

Please let me know if you have any questions. 

One more thing: ALL summative ELPAC testing is complete!  The examiners were able to test all of our students in the time we were scheduled to have them at our site. Thank you again for your daily hard work with the students, preparing them for the test so they know what to expect, and for your flexibility with having them in and out throughout the week. 

Did you know... Aimee Schmitz eloped to Vegas with her husband after knowing him only 4 months. It's been 24 years now. And Candice Smith got engaged 6 weeks after meeting her future husband. Robin Santos did not mess around either. Ha!

Keeping a related theme, did you know one of our staff members saw a picture of her husband when she was 15 and said to her best friend, “Who’s this guy? I’m going to marry him.” Together for 35 years, married for 27.

What makes you unique??: I am almost through my list, so feel free to add another or if you haven't already, please add an interesting fact here: Unique Fact 

Coming Up This Week:

Monday, 4/24: 

Tuesday, 4/25: Staff meeting at 2:20pm-We will begin by learning this month's dance. 

Wednesday, 4/26: Wild Things!! 8am: Grades 3-5, 9am: Grades TK-2

Thursday, 4/27: PACK Assembly (Kind) at 9:15am

Friday, 4/28: Morning Flag Salute at 7:50am; Evacuation Drill at 10am

Fun Fact of the Week:

Sunday, April 16

 

Happy Sunday! Please repeat the above quote three times. Ok, now breath. Spring is tough for so many reasons. First, I know that right after Spring Break 99.9% of you were counting how many days of school are left in the school year. Not because you are counting down but because you are trying to fit in all of the things you have left to do. I have news for you, you may not get it all in. Focus on quality over quantity and the time you have with those awesome kids in front of you. 

Spring is also a busy time for many families as almost every sport seems to be a spring sport. Trying to get all of your work done while trying to take care of your family's needs feels like a lot. 

Let me tell you, this is 100% me right now. Know that you are not alone and lean on those around you. We will get through this season together. 

i-Ready Window 3

i-Ready Window 3 begins April 17th and ends May 26th. Window 3 is required for 2nd-grade students and is optional for 3rd-8th grade students.

Join us for the last skate night for the school year! It will be this Wednesday April 19 from 5:30-7:30! 

Walking Challenge Winner!!  The ticket has been drawn and the participation winner for the walking challenge is Kim Beauvais!! Yay, Kim! Thank you to all of you who participated in the challenge and thank you to Candice for keeping track of the numbers each week. 

Reminders and Updates:

Reminder: Please give your field trip lunch count directly to Ana (in the kitchen not her box) TWO weeks prior to your field trip.  Thank you!

Did you know... Kirsten Ansbach got second place in a home run derby at the Softball World Series when she was 16. She turned down all of her scholarship offers though to experience life without softball since she played from 4 to 18 years old. 🥎

Here is a double duty 'Did you know?' Did you know one of our staff members eloped to Vegas with her husband after knowing him only 4 months. It's been 24 years now. And another of our staff members got engaged 6 weeks after meeting her future husband? Are there any more of you that could be added to this list? Let me know.

What makes you unique??: I am almost through my list, so feel free to add another or if you haven't already, please add an interesting fact here: Unique Fact 

Coming Up This Week:

Monday, 4/17: 

Tuesday, 4/18: PLC Leadership at 2:20pm

Wednesday, 4/19: Brooks Off Site AM; Skate Night 5:30-7:30

Thursday, 4/20: IEP Day

Friday, 4/21: Morning Flag Salute at 7:50am

Fun Fact of the Week:

Monday, April 10

 

Hello Everyone! I hope you had a wonderful break that left you feeling recharged and ready to go! My break started with a detour as our puppy Millie had to have emergency surgery on Monday. She ate something she was not supposed to and it had to be removed surgically. That was not how I wanted to start break but I am thankful she is OK. I am also thankful it happened when it did. It allowed us to be home with her when we really needed to. That being said, I would have rather gone to Disneyland for the amount of money that little surprise costed us. But, such is life, right? 

We are now entering the part of the year that seems to fly by and the kids get a little crazy! We know it is coming, so let's take it on as prepared as possible. This week after break is a great time to reteach the PBIS expectations. There is a tab on the BLOG with everything you need. Also, choose something your grade level wants to focus on and reinforce it like crazy! We have been able to change the behavior in the lunchroom by choosing something we want to work on and being intentional with our rewards. It is pretty incredible to watch happen right in from of us!

Tomorrow is out PD day. See below for information and locations:

Good morning RCSD Elementary Educators,

On the morning of the PD day, our elementary teachers will be grouped by grade level. Teachers will be able to collaborate and learn with other PLCs that teach the same grade level. Please bring your computer for the morning session. Below is the schedule and sites for each grade level.

8am-11am: Grade-level learning time.  The learning will focus on Second Step integration and math collaboration around small group instruction.  The PD and content for the morning was created by the Ed Services team, and will be presented by our TOSAs.

TK-Brown (Staff room)

K-Thomas Jefferson (Multi)

1-Kaseberg (Multi)

2-Brown (Multi)

3-Blue Oaks (Multi)

4-Diamond Creek (Multi)

5-Gates (Multi)

11am-12pm: Lunch/Travel Time

12pm-3pm: PLC-Focused Work Time.  PLCs will work on one or a combination of the following:

-Complete their essential standard guides

-Second Step Planning

-Effective Math Block

Walking Challenge Winner!! This week's walking challenge winner, and our last, is: Poppi Canepa!!⭐ Way to go, Poppi!!

We will be drawing the name of the winner for participation this week. 

Did you know... Shannon Nelson met Tori Spelling at the Soap Opera Digest Awards.

Did you know one of our staff members got second place in a home run derby at the Softball World Series when she was 16. She turned down all of her scholarship offers though to experience life without softball since she played from 4 to 18 years old.

What makes you unique??: I am almost through my list, so feel free to add another or if you haven't already, please add an interesting fact here: Unique Fact 

Coming Up This Week:

Monday, 4/10: No School

Tuesday, 4/11: PD at various sites. 

Wednesday, 4/12: 

Thursday, 4/13: 

Friday, 4/14: Morning Flag Salute at 7:50am

Birthdays This Week🎈🎉 

Jenny Lucero: April 15

Fun Fact of the Week:

Sunday, March 26

 

Just a good reminder for each of us. I know I often find myself thinking 'I will be happy when...' and then I reach that and think 'I will be happy when...' As soon as I realize I am doing this, I remind myself to stop the cycle and to be happy NOW! One of the things that helps me with this is a gratitude journal. Unfortunately, that is one of the first things that gets neglected when I get busy. Quite frankly, that should be my priority because it really shifts my thinking to look for the positive in every situation. Which leads to another of my flaws. I tell myself I can't possibly start now, I have to wait until the right day. I wait until a Monday, the first of the month, or the first of the year. Do you do that too? You convince yourself a new start needs to align with some other 'start.' Bologna! Do those things now! Enjoy the good right now and restart something you have let go, NOW!! 

Speaking of thankful, a quick update on my dad. He is being released from the hospital today. This whole ordeal he has been through has been unbelievable from beginning to end. The onset was as incredible as the recovery. There were a few days where we did not think he was going to make it, but he is going to be OK. We are so thankful. And thank you to all of you for your thoughts and prayers. 

EL Update

• summative ELPAC testing window: April 12-19 examiners will either call for your students or pick them up. I do not provide specific times for them to pull your students.
• ELPAC groupings: examiners test all TK-2 students one on one for all domains. For 3-5, reading, writing, and listening may be pulled as a group and speaking is one on one. 
• Practice Tests: have your EL students practice for the summative ELPAC: ELPAC Info/Practice and ELPAC Warm-Ups If you have shared the practice links with your families yet, this is a great time to share them. 
• links to all resources can be found under the "EL Resources" tab in the Stoneridge blog
• Newcomers-The First 6 Weeks: I am working on a support resource for teachers to give Tier 2 supports for our newcomers with emerging English acquisition. This will have a condensed version of all the amazing resources Jennie has organized for teachers to use. Stay tuned...I will reach out to you soon if you have a "newer" to Stoneridge newcomer to support.  
• RFEP recognition: at next week's PACK meeting Jessica and I will be recognizing all of our students who were reclassified this year. It is a huge accomplishment to meet all the requirements to reclassify even if the student says they don't really speak another language.  I will be reaching out to invite the parents and will cc you on the email as well. 
• Please Review: please open and review this ELPAC schedule document by March 31st.  Email me if anything is incorrect:
1. scroll to find your grade level and name
2. double check to make sure I have included all of your EL students that are listed in ellevation. RFEP and IFEP students are not included on this list, only current EL students.
3. double check your prep, library and recess times. 
4. TK and Kinder: please send me your recess schedule so I can update that if needed. 
Thank you so much for your help with this! The examiners love coming to Stoneridge to assess because the process is smooth and  students and teachers are flexible and friendly. You rock!

Welcome New Timberwolf

Isaque-1st grade in Mrs Blom's class. He speaks Portuguese, is originally from Brazil, and has recently moved to Roseville from Florida.

Stephanie-5th grade in Mrs Lucero's class. She is a newcomer from Brazil and speaks Portuguese.

Walking Challenge Winner!! This week's walking challenge winner is: Jen Boyd- AGAIN!!! ⭐

Way to go, Jen!! You are moving and grooving! 

Since the winners are per week, you can jump in, if you like. Add your name here:

Walking Challenge Step Tracker

** Prizes will be distributed at the end of the challenge. 

Reminders and Updates:

Reminder: Please give your field trip lunch count directly to Ana (in the kitchen not her box) TWO weeks prior to your field trip.  Thank you!

Safety: Courtyard Gate

Moving forward we are going to be closing the exterior gate door to the courtyard off the workroom and staff lounge as an added security in case one of the doors into the building is left open. Thanks!

Did you know... Jen Hardy and her sister have the same exact birthmark in the same exact spot.

Did you know one of our staff members met Tori Spelling at the Soap Opera Digest Awards? Who is it?

What makes you unique??: I am almost through my list, so feel free to add another or if you haven't already, please add an interesting fact here: Unique Fact 

Coming Up This Week:

Monday, 3/27: 

Tuesday, 3/28: PBIS Tier 1 Team at 2:20pm

Wednesday, 3/29: Brooks off-site in the AM, SAM Meetings by invite only, Skate Night 5:30-7:30 

Thursday, 3/30: PACK Assembly- Cooperation @ 9:15am (Thinking it will be inside)

Friday, 3/31: Morning Flag Salute at 7:50am: Then, at 2:00pm.....

Birthdays This Week🎈🎉 

Katie Peterson: March 27

Reed Cowen: April 1

Fun Fact of the Week:

Sunday, March 19

 

Happy Sunday! I know you all know that life can take a turn at any moment, and when it does, we do a lot of reflecting. My dad getting sick so suddenly and not knowing what is causing it, or how to stop it, has been excruciating. However, in all of this, we are all focusing on the positives because that is what my dad taught us to do. He is still here and still coherent. While on a ventilator, he writes notes and flips my brother off daily. We have decided 'the bird count' is a good measure of how he is doing. At this moment, he seems to be making positive progress and that is the best news!! 

I do want to share a little about my dad because, like I said, moments like these make you think about all of the things. My dad, Greg, is one of the most selfless, caring people you will ever meet. He takes everyone in and helps them however he can. We have the biggest family you have ever seen! And because of how he gives and cares, the entire town of Pleasanton has been affected by his critical illness. It is like a full time job for my mom to keep everyone updated. Actually, that reminds me of a funny story. One of my friends called me while I was next to him at the hospital and asked how she could help. She asked if she could Door Dash or something. I said, 'Thank you so much, but my dad was the quasi-mayor of Pleasanton and we have a ton of support.' As soon as I hung up the phone, my dad spelled with his finger 'not was but is.' Saying he wasn't the mayor, but still is the mayor. He is still there! And last night, he was trying to set up my sister with the male night nurse. In all of this, we have had several laughs and are very hopeful. 

All of this to say, thank you to all of you. The biggest THANK YOU to Rori who has made it so easy for me to be here and be present. I know I don't have to worry. I also know it is more than just her. Thank you all for your support and for doing what you do. I will be back tomorrow but will likely be gone every couple of days so I can spend some time with my dad. 

Teacher Who Make A Difference: Please share your nominations for Teacher Who Make A Difference. Which of your colleagues would you like to recognize for the amazing work they do? Send their name to me with a reason why, 

Walking Challenge Winner!! This week's walking challenge winner is: Poppi Canepa ⭐

Way to go, Poppi!! 

Since the winners are per week, you can jump in, if you like. Add your name here:

Walking Challenge Step Tracker

** Prizes will be distributed at the end of the challenge. 

Reminders and Updates:

Reminder: Please give your field trip lunch count directly to Ana (in the kitchen not her box) TWO weeks prior to your field trip.  Thank you!

Safety: Courtyard Gate

Moving forward we are going to be closing the exterior gate door to the courtyard off the workroom and staff lounge as an added security in case one of the doors into the building is left open. Thanks!

PBIS Bit

Wondering what the red circles are that have been sprinkled throughout campus? These are for our PBIS driveway signs and interior walkway signs. They will have a corresponding label painted on them so our amazing safety patrol and leadership students know where to place what sign. 

Did you know... Cathay Wallace hiked up an active volcano with her family, where they stayed overnight in a lodge overlooking the eruption at night. The next day, they swam in its hot springs.

Did you know one of our staff members and her sister have the same exact birthmark in the same exact spot. Who is it?

What makes you unique??: I am almost through my list, so feel free to add another or if you haven't already, please add an interesting fact here: Unique Fact 

Coming Up This Week:

Monday, 3/20: 

Tuesday, 3/21: IEP Day; Staff Meeting at 2:20pm

Wednesday, 3/22: Safety Drill- Shelter @ 8:30am, SAM Meetings by invite only. 

Thursday, 3/23: 

Friday, 3/24: Morning Flag Salute at 7:50am

Fun Fact of the Week:

Sunday, March 12

Happy Rainy Sunday! The rain makes life interesting, but we need every drop of water we can get. I know that sometimes it is difficult, but try to find the positives amid the storm. Literally and figuratively. 

PD Schedule: Please meet in the staff room at 8am. We will start with some fun activities with Christi, so wear your comfy clothes! Then, back to the staff room for some tasks as a PLC. You will be looking at the California Dashboard information about Stoneridge and answering some questions. We will end with a quick discussion about the essential standard pacing guides and then you will be on your way. I know your mind will be on preparing for Open House, so I will be mindful of your time. 

Absence Reporting: I let parents know, or rather, I reminded them that they need to let the office know when their child is absent. I know that some parents let you know, which is great, but if you could reply to them and say, 'Be sure to let the office know too.' I think that will help the process. Thank you!

Teacher Who Make A Difference: Please share your nominations for Teacher Who Make A Difference. Which of your colleagues would you like to recognize for the amazing work they do? Send their name to me with a reason why, 

Subscriptions and Wishes: Not quite these subscriptions, but I wanted to remind you to let me now what subscriptions you would like to renew. We should be able to get them taken care of this year. Please add your wishes to this document. I am looking into things like SIPPS readers iReady FOCUS intervention. Add them here:

Funding Wishes

Walking Challenge Winner!! This week's walking challenge winner is: Jen Boyd ⭐

Way to go, Jen!! I don't think she sat down this week! 

Since the winners are per week, you can jump in, if you like. Add your name here:

Walking Challenge Step Tracker

** Prizes will be distributed at the end of the challenge. 

EL Update: ELPAC Practice Tests and Info Links

Our Summative ELPAC testing dates are: April 17-19. It's a great time to start preparing your EL students for the test and below you will find a few links to help. The time spent practicing is considered designated EL minutes since these practice questions are standards based. We'll play around with these links a little bit on Monday. 

1.This is the site we have shared in the past. It will mirror the format of the test but it is a bit clunky. I still wanted to make it available to you.

• The ELPAC Practice & Training Tests website is still available to: 

• Practice test-taking strategies with students

• Become familiar with the types of questions

• Help increase familiarity with the testing platform: this link mirrors the format of the test.

• Directions to Launch Practice ELPAC Assessment

2. This is a nice quick reference link to a sample question for each domain. This would be a good resource to share with the parents of your EL students.

• This new resource is helpful:

•  ELPAC Information and Sample Questions 

3. This is new to us this year. It includes a slide presentation and daily lessons broken down by month.

• ELPAC Practice Daily Warm-Ups can be used for practice. This mirrors the question types in each domain but not the format.

Please reach out if you have any questions.

EL Resources: An EL Resources tab has been added to the blog! There is a lot of helpful information.

Did you know... Maria Larsen has had three businesses!! Wow!

Did you know one of our staff members hiked up an active volcano with her family, where they stayed overnight in a lodge overlooking the eruption at night. The next day, they swam in its hot springs. Who was it?

What makes you unique??: If you haven't already, please add an interesting fact here: Unique Fact

Coming Up This Week:

Monday, 3/13: PD, meet in staff room at 8am

Tuesday, 3/14: PLC Leadership at 2:20pm

Wednesday, 3/15: Brooks Off-site AM, SSP's by invite only and Open House 5-6pm

Thursday, 3/16: Open House Tour at 8am

Friday, 3/17: St. Patrick's Day🍀 Morning Flag Salute at 7:50am

Birthdays This Week🎈🎉 

Robin Learn: March 15

Fun Fact of the Week: