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ANNOUNCEMENTS School Smarts Academy – There are still a few spots left if you’d like to participate in this seven-week academy to help you better understand the importance of parent involvement, how schools work, how to be an advocate for quality education, and how to take action. Meetings are Thursday mornings from 8:15-9:45 am at Edison on: September 10, 17, 24 October 1, 8, 22, and 29. Contact Yoly Gutierrez at ext. 61-312 or email her at ygutierrez@smmusd.org if you would like to grab one of the last spots. Volunteers Needed – Would you be interested in helping improve our campus recycling programs? Or would you like to help increase safety at pick up or drop off? Then we need you asap! Please contact either Principal Lori Orum (61-302) or Community Liaison Yoly Gutierrez (61-312). Volunteer Training –If you are a new volunteer or if your volunteer status has expired, you must submit an application, come to a training, submit a negative TB test or chest x-ray, and consent to a Meghan’s List check in order to volunteer with students at Edison. This year’s Volunteer Trainings will be held: Friday, September 4 at 8:30 am or Thursday, September 10 at 6:30 pm. If you don’t know if it’s time to re-apply, check with Yoly. Reflective Parenting Workshop – This 10-week workshop in English on Tuesday mornings 9:00-10:30 am at Family Services of Santa Monica. This workshop aims to help parents learn about temperament, discipline, and emotional regulation, and develop an understanding of the thoughts and feelings that underlie your interactions with your child. The workshop is available without charge to Edison families but spaces are limited. See the flyer in this Wednesday’s packet. The workshops will be offered in Spanish at Edison in January. PTA Executive Board Meeting – Wednesday 9/2, 6:00 p.m. - Community Room.
FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK: LOTS TO CELEBRATE! It was wonderful to see so many parents at our six grade level meetings and at Edison’s Back to School Nights. If you missed either the grade level meetings or the parent meeting at Back to School Night, we’ll have the slides up on the Edison website next week (www.edison.smmusd.org). As I shared at Back to School Night, Edison has lots to celebrate this year. This is our 29th year as a dual immersion school. We again have resources (through SMMUSD, SMMEF, our Title I grant, and our Edison PTA) for instructional assistants, coaches and intervention teachers, great education technology and on-line programs to differentiate and extend learning. We have a robust arts (theater, music, visual arts and dance) program for our students, some new equipment and teaching materials, and a beautiful space in which our students learn. We are nearing the end of an ambitious construction project that gave Edison the only completely new school in SMMUSD. While we loved our little escuelita, the buildings were old and all the systems were in need of major repairs. Although it has been a challenge to occupy a construction site while the new school was built, today we are nearly at the end of the journey and have an amazing facility! We have the space we need to offer important programs, an abundance of modern technology tools, heating and cooling systems that now meet our needs, and a smaller carbon footprint. And each week more of the play fields are finished and turned over to us, with all construction projected to be finished by the end of October. We also celebrate the strong academic progress our students made again last year, including our 4th consecutive year as a California Business for Education Excellence Honor Roll School. Preliminary data from State achievement tests indicate that Edison students also did very well on the State exams. We’ll be sharing this data and school improvement plans and soliciting parent input for areas for growth at a Schoolwide Title I parent meeting on September 30. Come be part of the conversation as we set our sights ever higher!
Holidays in September – Mon. 9/7, Mon. 9/14 and Wednesday 9/23 No School
Wednesday 9/9 ELAC Meeting 8:30 am Community Room
Wednesday, 9/9 Site Council 4:00 pm Community Room
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(310) 828-0335 www.edison.smmusd.org
Academia de Inteligencias Escolares – Todavía quedan algunos espacios si les gustaría participar en esta academia de siete semanas para ayudarles a comprender mejor la importancia del involucramiento de padres, cómo funcionan las escuelas, cómo ser un abogado por la educación de calidad, y cómo tomar acción. Las reuniones son los jueves por la mañana de 8:15 – 9:45 am en Edison en las siguientes fechas: 10, 17, 24 de septiembre 1, 8, 22, y 29 de octubre. Comuníquense con Yoly Gutiérrez en la extensión 61312 o mándenle un correo electrónico a ygutierrez@smmusd.org si les gustaría tomar uno de estos espacios. Se Necesitan Voluntarios – ¿Estarían interesados en mejorar nuestros programas de reciclaje en la escuela? ¿O les gustaría aumentar la seguridad a la hora de recoger o desembarcar? ¡Entonces los necesitamos lo antes posible! Por favor comuníquense con la Directora Lori Orum (61-302) o Comunitaria Bilingüe Yoly Gutiérrez (61-312). Entrenamiento de Voluntarios – Si ustedes son voluntarios nuevos o si su estatus de voluntario se ha vencido, ustedes deben entregar una solicitud, venir a un entrenamiento, entregar los resultados negativos de una prueba de Tuberculosis o Rayos X de pecho, y den el consentimiento o revisar con la lista de la ley de Meghan para poder ser voluntario con los estudiantes en Edison. Los entrenamientos de este año se llevarán a cabo: el viernes, 4 de septiembre a las 8:30 a.m. o el jueves, 10 de septiembre a las 6:30 p.m. Si no saben si ya deben renovar, revisen con Yoly. Taller de Reflexión de Padres – Este taller es de 10 semanas en inglés los martes de 9:00 – 10:30 am en Servicios Familiares de Santa Mónica. Este taller se propone ayudarles a los padres aprender sobre temperamento, disciplina, y regulación emocional, y desarrollar una comprensión de los pensamientos y sentimientos que son las bases de sus interacciones con su hijo/a. El taller está disponible sin cobro para las familias de Edison pero los espacios son limitados. Vean el volante en este paquete de los miércoles. Los talleres se ofrecerán en español en Edison en enero. Reunión de la Mesa Directiva Ejecutiva de la PTA – el miércoles 9/2, 6:00 p.m. – Salón Comunitario
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DEL ESCRITORIO DE LA DIRECTORA: ¡MUCHO QUE CELEBRAR! Fue maravilloso ver a tantos padres en nuestras seis reuniones de niveles de grados y en las Noches de Regreso a la Escuela. Si se perdieron las reuniones de los niveles de grados o la reunión de padres en la Noche de Regreso a la Escuela, tendremos las presentaciones en la página de internet de Edison la próxima semana (www.edison.smmusd.org). Como compartí en la Noche de Regreso a la Escuela, Edison tiene mucho que celebrar este año. Este es nuestro 29º año como escuela de doble inmersión. De nuevo tenemos recursos (por medio de SMMUSD, SMMEF, y nuestra beca de Título I, y nuestra PTA de Edison) para asistentes de instrucción, entrenadores y maestros de intervención, gran tecnología educacional y programas en internet para diferenciar y extender el aprendizaje. Tenemos un programa robusto de artes (teatro, música, artes visuales y baile) para nuestros estudiantes, equipo nuevo y materiales de enseñanza, y un espacio hermoso en cual los estudiantes aprenden. Estamos llegando al final del proyecto ambicioso de construcción que le dio a Edison la única escuela completamente nueva en SMMUSD. Aunque amábamos a nuestra escuelita, los edificios estaban viejos y todos los sistemas necesitaban reparos mayores. ¡Aunque ha sido un reto ocupar un sitio de construcción mientras la escuela nueva se construía, hoy casi estamos en el final de la jornada y tenemos una instalación sorprendente! Tenemos el espacio necesario para ofrecer programas importantes, una abundancia de herramientas de tecnología moderna, sistemas de calefacción y enfriamiento que cumplen con nuestras necesidades, y una huella de carbón menor. Y cada semana más de los patios de juego se terminan y no los entregan, con la construcción proyectada para ser terminada para el fin de octubre. También celebramos el progreso académico fuerte que nuestros estudiantes hicieron el año pasado, incluyendo el 4º año consecutivo como una Escuela en la Lista de Honor de Negocios de California para Excelencia Educativa. Los datos preliminares de los exámenes de rendimiento del Estado indican que los estudiantes de Edison también hicieron muy bien en los exámenes estatales. Compartiremos estos datos y los planes de mejoramiento escolar y buscaremos las opiniones de padres para áreas de crecimiento en una reunión de Título I para todos los padres el 30 de septiembre. ¡Vengan y sean parte de la conversación mientras fijamos nuestras metas aún más altas!
Días Feriados en septiembre lunes, 9/7, lunes, 9/14 y miércoles, 9/23 No Hay Clases
Miércoles 9/9 – Reunión de ELAC 8:30 am Salón Comunitario
Miércoles 9/9– Concilio Escolar 4:00 pm Salón Comunitario
Reflective Parenting Workshop for parents of preschool and school aged children (4-11 yrs.) At Family Service of Santa Monica beginning Tuesday morning, September 22, 2015 9:00 am to 10:30 am
This innovative 10--week workshop provides parents with a model, which views children’s behavior as meaningful. The group will focus on specific topics such as temperament, discipline, and emotional regulation as well as developing an understanding of the thoughts and feelings that underlie your interactions with your child. This capacity, to reflect on your own and your child’s experience, lies at the heart of effective parenting. Research has demonstrated that developing this capacity is a valuable way to help parents strengthen relationships with their children and support healthy cognitive and social-emotional development.
Goals of the workshop… Increased confidence in parenting New ways to think about children’s behavior Effective interventions for difficult behavior Beginning Tuesday, Sept. 22 for 10 weeks Family Service of Santa Monica 1533 Euclid Street, SM, 90404 Fee: $300 individual $450 couple Sliding scale opportunities available FREE for Edison Language Academy Parents, based on availability To register, or for more information please contact: Annie Wilson, LCSW Sherin Matian, LMFT (310) 451-9747
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Fresh Baby Carrots
Delicious Corn Whole Grain Roll Fruit
Perro Caliente Empanizado
Piezas Hornieado
16 Brunch For Lunch French Toast Sticks
Fresh Baby Carrots w/Low Fat Ranch Dressing Sun Chips
Turkey Sausage Patty Tater Tots 100% Juice
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Happy Baked Potato Smiles Baked Beans Fantastic Fruit
Cool Lunch! Taco Bar Turkey Taco Meat
Pizza Friday! Tony’s Thin Crust Cheese Pizza
Tasty Refried Beans Tortilla Chips
Fresh Romaine Salad w/Cherry Tomatoes, Fruit
Bara de Taco con Carne de Pavo
Pizza de Queso de Corteza Delgada
Cool Lunch! Chicken Fajitas w/Flour Tortillas
Fresh Green Salad w/Cherry Tomatoes Fruit
Fajitas de Pollo
Pizza de Queso de Big Daddy
25 Pizza Friday! Tony’s Thin Crust Pizza
Fresh Romaine Salad Cup w/Cherry Tomatoes Cry Baby Sour Fruit Cup
Tostatda con Carne de Pavo
Cool Lunch! Baked Chicken Nuggets
Cool Lunch! Bosco Cheese Sticks
Fresh Veggie Stix w/Low Fat Ranch Dressing
Marinara Sauce
Piezas de Pollo Palitos de Queso con Salsa Marinara Perro Caliente Menus & Food & Nutrition Info can be found on our website at www.smmusd.org/foodservices
The Vegetarian option for Friday is Cheese Pizza
½ cup serving of fruits/vegetables will be served with breakfast & lunch
Pizza Friday! Big Daddy Primo Pizza
Yummy Refried Beans Sweet Corn
Tasty Refried Beans
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Peritos Caleintes Empanizados
Pizza de Queso in Pan Frances
Palitos de Pan Frances
Cool Lunch! Touchdown Nuggets
Baked Mini Corn Dogs
Burrito de Frijoles Y Queso
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Cool Lunch! Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Sandwich de Queso a la Parrilla
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Fresh Veggie Stix w/Low Fat Ranch Dressing
Macaron y Queso
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Cool Lunch! Señor Felix Bean & Cheese Burrito
Yummy Green Beans
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MEAL PRICES Elementary Full Price Breakfast-$1.25 Secondary Full Price Breakfast-$1.50 Reduced Breakfast-$0.30 Elementary Full Price Lunch-$3.00 Secondary Full Price Lunch-$3.50 Reduced Lunch-$0.40 Adult Prices: Breakfast-$2.25 Lunch-$4.25
Varieties of Milk offered daily: 1% white- (breakfast & lunch)
Nonfat White -(breakfast & lunch) Non-fat chocolate-(lunch only)
Suggestions or questions, email: fns@smmusd.org
This Institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider
Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010 All Meals offered and served are in compliance with Healthy Hunger Free Kids Act. What your child can look for in our cafeterias: More fruits and vegetables served with emphasis on dark green, orange and red colored vegetables Students MUST take at least a 1/2 cup fruit or 1/2 cup vegetable More legumes (beans) More whole grains including brown rice and whole wheat pasta Nonfat white and chocolate milk and Low fat 1% milk Appropriate calories for age Low saturated fat Food prepared without added trans fats
Elementary School Breakfast MONDAY TUESDAY Coffee Cake Biscuit w/Sausage Or Or Cereal Cereal w/Graham Crackers w/Graham Crackers
WEDNESDAY Cheese Pizza Bagel Or Cereal w/Graham Crackers
Menu Subject to Change
THURSDAY Belgian Waffle Or Cereal w/Graham Crackers
FRIDAY Zucchini Bread Or Cereal w/Graham Crackers
Offered with Every Meal: Fruit: Assorted 4oz juice, fresh, canned or dried. Milk offered Daily: 1% or nonfat white
Prepay online at www.myschoolbucks.com
Opt out of Nonfat Chocolate Milk via email at fns@smmusd.org
ARE YOU IN?
Are you in?
In these pages, we invite you to learn more about education funding in our school district and encourage you to support an outstanding education for all our students.
Dear Community Member,
What makes an excellent education? Is it one with a rigorous focus on academics? A vibrant, engaging arts program? Memorable field trips and experiential learning? In the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District, it’s all of that and more, thanks to a critical partnership between the school district, our PTAs and the Santa Monica-Malibu Education Foundation (SMMEF). While state funding for education is improving, we still have a long way to go. Funding is well below pre-2009 levels and, at projected rates, will not reach pre-recession levels until 2020. Per capita, students in California receive just half the funding of top-funded states, including New York, New Jersey and Vermont. In Santa Monica and Malibu, we rely on our generous communities to provide financial support for extraordinary staff and programs above and beyond what the state provides for our children. Our students learn to express themselves through art and shine in internationally recognized music programs that start in the primary grades. They reach new frontiers in science, technology, engineering and math programs preparing them to work in an ever-more technical world. They excel in athletics while learning the value of teamwork. They are taught and supported by a group of educators, parents and community members dedicated to their advancement. While public education is free, a great public education requires everyone’s commitment. We look forward to having your support so SMMUSD can provide the best public education possible for each and every student we serve. Thank you, Sincerely,
Sandra Lyon
Superintendent Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District
Linda Greenberg
Executive Director Santa Monica-Malibu Education Foundation
Rochelle Fanali
President Santa Monica-Malibu PTA Council
SMMUSD + SMMEF + PTA = The Best Education for Your Child
SMMUSD
The Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District serves the diverse coastal communities of Santa Monica and Malibu in Los Angeles County. SMMUSD educates 11,300 students in transitional kindergarten through 12th grade in 10 elementary schools, two middle schools, one 9-12 high school, one 6-12 high school, a continuation high school and a K-8 alternative school. The district is also home to 11 early childhood education centers and an adult school. SMMUSD is a high-performing district with academic scores consistently ranking in the top tier of districts in Los Angeles and the State of California.
SMMEF
The Santa Monica-Malibu Education Foundation is the nonprofit fundraising and lead philanthropic partner for the school district. Established in 1982 by a dedicated group of parents, community leaders, and local business owners, SMMEF provides funding to enhance and support the curriculum of the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District. SMMEF’s mission is to engage the community to invest in a vibrant educational experience for all students in the Santa Monica and Malibu public schools. In the last two years, SMMEF has provided more than $6 million in funding to SMMUSD schools. SMMEF raises funds annually to provide staff and programs that distinguish SMMUSD from many other school districts, including instructional assistants to facilitate small group learning, elementary arts education, and enrichment grants for all 16 schools in the district. SMMEF endowments also support arts programs in middle and high schools, supplemental library funding, instruments, and music education for socio-economically disadvantaged students.
PTA
With nearly 7,000 members in schools across the district, SMMUSD’s 16 Parent Teacher Associations advocate for the education, health and welfare of all children and families. PTA facilitates communication between school and home and organizes informative parent meetings and fun family events. PTA also mobilizes volunteers around local and state school funding measures and legislative issues that impact students. In addition, PTA raises funds for a variety of needs at each school site, ranging from books and supplies to field trips and technology. PTA also works closely with the Santa Monica-Malibu Education Foundation to support its districtwide fundraising efforts that benefit every student in every SMMUSD school.
Partners in Funding: We Are All In
The district, SMMEF and PTAs each have an important role to play in school funding. While SMMUSD funds most of the system through federal, state and local revenue, it is only with additional resources from SMMEF and PTA that the district is able to create an environment where students can thrive.
Salaries & Benefits • Teachers • Administration • Classified Staff (All Non-teaching Staff) 86% of Overall Budget
General & Administrative • Textbooks • Educational Materials Including Science Labs, PE, Art and Libraries • Office Supplies • Insurance • Food Service • 11 Preschools • Adult Education • Special Education Services • English Learner Programs
Operations • Building Maintenance • Facilities Supplies • Transportation • Utilities
Community & Parent Donations
Elementary Arts Education
Enrichment Grants For Each School • Often Used for STEM, Additional Reading Support, and Student Health and Well-Being
Classroom/School Equipment and Supplies
Additional Books and Supplies
Additional Technology Elementary Instructional Assistants
Secondary Arts • Visual Arts Teacher Grants • Dance Classes at Middle and High Schools • Music Classes at Olympic High School • Middle and High School Theater Grants
Field Trips
Assemblies
After-School Programs
Additional Playground Equipment
Third Grade Recorders Campus Beautification
Technology • Computers, Projectors, Smart Boards and Other Technology Materials
Instruments and SemiPrivate Music Lessons for Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Students
Capital Expenditures • Facilities Improvement • Office Equipment • Playground Equipment
Supplemental Library Grants
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Salaries and benefits equal 86% of the total budget.
Classified Salaries 19%
Budget adopted by the Board of Education on June 29, 2015. Subject to change. Classified Salaries
What is SMMEF’s 2015-2016 Budget? SMMEF supports programs for students through annual contributions, endowment income, events and other earned income sources.
Elementary Visual and Performing Arts for 4,900 Students 14.3% Elementary Visual and Performing Arts
87 Instructional Assistants 32.6% Scholarships and Other Academic Grants 9.1%
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Elementary and Secondary Music Music 5.4%
Enrichment Grants for all 16 schools 20.1%
Operating/Fundraising Expenses 16.5% Operating Expenses
Funding Sources 2014-2015
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Community Members
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Corporations/Businesses
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Foundations/Organizations
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Endowment Income
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Managed Scholarship Funds
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Events and Other
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Donations to SMMEF’s Endowments work to provide a sustainable funding source that will expand and enhance the quality of public education in the Santa Monica-Malibu public schools, now and for generations to come.
100% Diagram represents SMMEF funding allocations, not total program costs. Some programs listed here receive additional district funding.
Today, thanks to the generous support of community members and parents, SMMEF’s Endowments are valued at $7,421,728. The interest from these endowments provides for visual and performing arts programs and music.
SMMEF Your Donations Give Every Child the Opportunity to Achieve Thank you to the 2,790 donors who contributed to SMMEF last year. To these parents and community members, we say, “thank you!” Every dollar matters because every child matters. A complete list of donors is available in the Honor Roll of Giving at smmef.org.
Superintendent’s Circle 2014–2015 We especially want to thank the following individuals, organizations and foundations that contributed $5,000 or more. Their generosity benefits every student in the Santa Monica-Malibu Schools. Membership in the Superintendent’s Circle is a pledge to join with Superintendent Lyon in executing the district’s vision for excellence for all students.
AMBASSADOR: $50,000+
Estate of Judi Lynne
PTA Contributions
PATRON: $5,000 - $9,999
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Priselac Family
Joyce Abbott and Robert TeSelle
Sidley Family
Jeffrey and Azerou Appel
Marilyn and Gary Speakman
Edison Language Academy PTA
Carolyn Baugh and Max Bookman
Meredith Stiehm and Tom Smuts
Franklin Elementary School PTA
Steaven and Jacquelyn Chen
Barbara Stinchfield and Stan Danis
Grant Elementary School PTA
Grant and Virginia DeVaul
Becky Upchurch
Ravi and Nisha Asnani
Alison and Derek Havel
Mira Velimirovic and Max Pross
Pt. Dume Marine Science School PTA
Dennis and Lauri Crane
Ted and Amy Kahan
Mark and Katherine Vieha
Faculty Association of Santa Monica College
Danny Lahave and Marie Noonan
David and Elaine Vukadinovich
Tom and Karon Larmore
Cat and Jon Wray
Diann Kim and John Frank
Yolanda Lewis and Joel Koury
Laurie Lieberman and Chris Harding
John and Michelle Liu
Duncan Rolph and Eileen Chin
Tom Lloyd and Grace Phillips
Nadya Scott
Deb Love and Rob Corn
Arthur Southam and Beezie Daly
George Molsbarger and The Squid & Squash Foundation
LEADER: $25,000 - $49,999
Dovel/Sullivan Family BENEFACTOR: $10,000 - $24,999
Melissa and Tom Zelenovic
Ari and Michele Nadelman Gerda Newbold and John Adler Nicol Family Louise Piacentini Piacentini-Pataki Family
LEADER: $25,000 - $49,999
BENEFACTOR: $10,000 - $24,999
John Adams Middle School PTSA Lincoln Middle School PTSA McKinley Elementary School PTA Roosevelt Elementary School PTA Santa Monica-Malibu Council of PTAs SMASH PTSA Will Rogers Learning Community PTA PATRON: $5,000 - $9,999
John Muir Elementary School PTA Santa Monica High School PTSA
To learn more or donate to SMMEF, go to smmef.org or contact SMMEF at (310) 396-4557. Thank you!
SMMEF Corporate Partners Are Essential to a Vibrant School District
Corporate Partners 2014–2015 These socially responsible businesses join with SMMEF’s individual, organization and foundation donors as proud supporters of SMMEF and our public schools. They recognize that a strong educational system is the bedrock of a healthy community and thriving economy, and are leading the charge to ensure a worldclass education for every child in every school. Our Corporate Partners have earned the gratitude of our students, families and community.
$100,000 +
Dun & Bradstreet Credibility Corp.
$5,000 – $9,999
$2,500 – $4,999
$1,000 – $2,499
Anonymous
Art’s Table Restaurant
Melissa Alt/Teles Properties
Advantel Incorporated
Bob Gabriel Co. Insurance
Holthouse Carlin & Van Trigt
Bob’s Market
Central Parking
Latham and Watkins LLP
2XU
Edison International
Century West Partners
Lexington Design + Fabrication
500 Broadway
FelCor Lodging Trust
Chase
Doubletree Suites owned and operated by TPG Companies
The Georgian Hotel
Code Rev Kids
Milbank, Tweed, Hadley & McCloy LLP
Hudson Pacific Properties
DFH Architects
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Fairmont Miramar Hotel and Bungalows + MSD Capital, L.P.
Huntley Santa Monica Beach
DZ Solutions Enterprises, Inc.
Todd Mitchell/Coldwell Banker
Intelli-Tech
Equity Office Management, LLC
Perry’s Cafes & Beach Rentals
Khedr Management Co.
Fox Entertainment Group
Real Office Centers
Le Meridien Delfina Santa Monica
Islands Restaurant
Santa Monica Air Center, Inc.
Morley Builders Inc.
LAcarGuy
Santa Monica Music Center
NMS Properties, Inc.
Gary Limjap/Coldwell Banker
Macerich Company
Payden & Rygel
Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel
MINI of Santa Monica
The Plaza at Santa Monica
Santa Monica Ford Lincoln Subaru
Related California
Providence St. John’s Health Center
Skydance
Santa Monica Daily Press
Kate Bransfield/ SantaMonicaListings.com
Vidi Volo
Santa Monica Place
SIGMAnet
Shutters on the Beach and Hotel Casa del Mar
Software Management Consultants, Inc.
Brad Simpson and Stacy White/ Partner’s Trust
Taxi! Taxi!
Stifel
The Victorian
$10,000 - $24,999
FreeAssociates Harding Larmore Kutcher & Kozal LLP Lincoln Property Company/ Linwood Ventures
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Our District
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Highlights
SMMUSD is one of the few districts in the state with a comprehensive K-12 visual and performing arts program.
Teachers
Our first classroom opened with 52 students in March 1876.
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Olympic High School has been named a Model Continuation High School in California.
Elementary Schools
U.S. News and World Report has named both Malibu High School and Santa Monica High School as Top High Schools in the nation and state.
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Malibu High and Samohi Graduation Rate is 96%.
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SMMUSD students benefit from comprehensive college and career counseling; acclaimed visual and performing arts programs; high student participation in athletics, clubs and extracurricular activities; a diverse academic curriculum in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM); and AP course offerings.
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Malibu High School and Samohi athletic teams have won multiple state championships.
Middle Schools
Adult Education Program Student Demographics African American
African-American 6% Asian / Pacific Islander 7%
Asian/Pacific Islander
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Multiple / Undeclared 6% Caucasian
Latino / Hispanic 30% Caucasian 51% Latino/Hispanic
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Elem 3-5
Thurs. Sept. 3
Middle School
6
7
8
9
10
10
11
12
13
14
7
8
9
10
11
Thurs. Sept. 10 High School
13
14
15
16
17
17
18
19
20
21
14
15
16
17
18
Tues. Sept. 15
20
21
22
23
24
24
25
26
27
28
21
22
23
24
25
27
28
29
30
31
31
28
29
30
Olympic HS
OPEN HOUSE NIGHTS:
Thurs. May 26
Elementary
Thurs. April 21 SM Middle Schools October 2015 M
T
November 2015
W
Thurs. March 10 Malibu MS/HS and
December 2015
Th
F
M
T
W
Th
F
1
2
2
3
4
5
6
M
T
W
Th
F
1
2
3
4
Samohi Tues. May 3
Olympic HS
5
6
7
8
9
9
10
11
12
13
7
8
9
10
11
PROMOTIONS/GRADUATIONS:
12
13
14
15
16
16
17
18
19
20
14
15
16
17
18
Tues. June 7
Elementary
19
20
21
22
23
23
24
25
26
27
21
22
23
24
25
Thurs. June 9
Middle School
Wed. June 8
MHS 2:00 pm
Wed. June 8
Samohi 5:30 pm
Wed. June 1
Olympic HS 5:30 pm
26
27
28
29
30
January 2016 M
T
30
28
February 2016
W
Th
29
30
31
March 2016
F
M
T
W
Th
F
1
1
2
3
4
5
M
T
W
Th
F
1
2
3
4
PARENT CONFERENCE DAYS (TK-5):
Nov. 4-10, 2015
4
5
6
7
8
8
9
10
11
12
7
8
9
10
11
FINAL EXAMS:
11
12
13
14
15
15
16
17
18
19
14
15
16
17
18
Malibu MS/HS Dec. 16-18, 2015;
18
19
20
21
22
22
23
24
25
26
21
22
23
24
25
June 6, 7, 8, 2016
25
26
27
28
29
29
28
29
30
31
W
Th
F
1
2
3
April 2016 M
T
May 2016 W
Th
Samohi
June 2016
F
M
T
W
Th
F
1
2
3
4
5
6
M
T
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
27
28
29
30
LEGEND
First/Last Day of School Legal Holiday Local Holiday (schools/offices closed) School Recess (classes not in session) Pupil Free Day (no school for elementary students) Pupil Free Day (no school for secondary students)
Dec. 15-18, 2015 June 3, 6, 7, 8, 2016
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FALL SPORTS FLAG FOOTBALL • VOLLEYBALL ELEMENTARY Grades K - 1 ($125) Grades 2 - 5 ($130)
REGISTRATION August 24-September 16, 2015 (SPACE IS LIMITED) FLAG FOOTBALL / VOLLEYBALL Kindergarten
1st Grade
Grades 2-3
Grades 4-5
(Superstars Club)
( Rookies Club)
(League)
(League)
Practice Day:
Mondays Only
Mondays Only
Tue & Thur
Wed & Fri
Start/End Date:
Sep 21-Nov 9
Sep 21-Nov 9
Sep 22-Nov 21
Sep 25-Nov 21
1st Game Day:
No games
No games
October 3
October 3
Grade Level:
No Practices will be held 9/23 Local Holiday, 11/4 Pupil Free Day and 11/11 Veterans Day Holiday!
Registration with payment is required for participation. Registration will close on September 16, 2015 to determine clubs and league teams. Financial Assistance is available. For more information contact the Youth Office.
Youth Office at Reed Park– Sports Program 1133 7th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403 Info: (310) 458-8540 / Fax: (310) 451-3569 / Email: crest@smgov.net Website: www.smgov.net/crest Register Online: www.smgov.net/reserve
City of Santa Monica Community and Cultural Services Department-Human Services Division
Books for Cooks Taught by Kitchen Kid Cook up delicious fun! Each class kids create a tasty and nutri ous recipe inspired by a favorite children’s story. Materials Fee: $25 Art, Ar sts & Art History Taught by Ar Factory Studio Create exci ng two and three dimensional artworks inspired by fascina ng ar sts, and learn why they are important to art history. Learn about visual art techniques, materials and styles while having fun and expressing yourself crea vely. Materials Fee $15
Yoga Buddies Taught by Yoga Buddies
Cri er Squad: Indoor Safari Taught by Parker– Anderson
Students prac ce yoga in a fun and meaningful way while increasing their physical and mental elements through yoga poses and healthy breathing techniques.
This is a completely hands on experience! Exci ng cri er theme games allow us to jump start your child’s learning without even knowing it.
Secret Garden Taught by Kitchen Kid
Dino Robo cs (1st‐3rd) Taught by H.M. Logi
Discover a delicious “secret ingredient” in each exci ng hands-on cooking class. Enjoy pain ng with blueberries, or going to a “cucumber spa”. Materials Fee: $25
Students inves gate the world of dinosaurs and robo cs. Students are able to learn about dinosaur species, food and habitat and their ex nc on. Materials Fee $25
Musical Theater Taught by Theatre 31
The Writers Club Taught by Word Up Kids
In an exci ng curriculum focusing on techniques of musical theatre, children will build self-esteem, courage and confidence through a non-compe ve produc on class.
Craig Berman inspires crea ve wri ng in a fun environment. Students explore storytelling, personal narra ve poetry, and in the process become more confident writers.
Classes begin the week of September 21st Material Fees are due on the 1st day of class and are to be made directly to the contractor. These fees are separate from the registra on fee and financial assistance does not apply.
Mondays Class
Date
Time
Fee
Number
Books for Cooks (Kinder)
9/21-11/09
1:45-2:45pm
$160 +$25 material fee 4501.320
Secret Garden(1st-5th)
9/21-11/09
3:15-4:15pm
$160 +$25 material fee 4501.308
Date
Time
Fee
Number
The Writer’s Club (Kinder) 9/22-11/10
1:45-2:45pm
$160
4501.318
The Writer’s Club (1st-5th)
9/22-11/10
3:15-4:15pm
$160
4501.325
Wednesdays
Early Dismissal
Class
Date
Time
Fee
Number
Yoga Buddies (K-5th)
09/30-12/09
1:50-2:50pm
$145
4501.363
Dino Robo cs (1st-3rd)
09/30-12/09
1:45-2:45pm
$160 + $25 material fee 4501.321
Class
Date
Time
Fee
Number
Cri er Squad (Kinder)
9/24-11/12
1:45-2:45pm
$125
4501.317
Cri er Squad (1st-5th)
9/24-11/12
3:15-4:15pm
$125
4501.304
Musical Theatre (1st-5th) 9/24-11/12
3:15-4:15pm
$145
4501.366
Number
Tuesdays Class
Thursdays
Fridays Class
Date
Time
Fee
Art, Ar sts & Art History (Kinder)
9/25-11/13
1:45-2:45pm
$160 + $15 material fee 4501.319
Art, Ar sts & Art History (1st-5th)
9/25-11/13
3:15-4:15pm
$160 + $15 material fee 4501.305
BE PART OF A TEAM
2015 Fall Season Youth Basketball League SANTA MONICA FAMILY YMCA
Co-ed teams for ages 5 – 14
Skill Based Divisions
Each
Games will be held on Saturdays or Sundays. team will practice once or twice a week on a weekday.
Once all teams are formed a game schedule will be available with the first games beginning in September and the last games in November. Divisions are based on skill level & age. Scholarships are available.
Become a volunteer Coach or Assistant Coach. Referee opportunities are also available. Register
Online Today:
https://www.trinexum.com/HUB/SantaMonica
Important Dates (Skill Evaluation Required for all players new to Samo Y)
Skills Evaluations Ages 5-6: Tuesday, September 8th 4:30-5:30pm Skills Evaluations Ages 7-8: Tuesday, September 8th 6:00-7:00pm Skills Evaluations Ages 9-10: Wednesday, September 9th 4:30-5:30pm Skills Evaluations Ages 11 and over: Wednesday, September 9th 6:00-7:00pm
Make-up Evaluations All Ages: Thursday, September 10th 4:30-6:00pm th Mandatory New Parent’s Meeting: Thursday, Sept. 10 7:00-7:30pm @ the Y
For More Information Contact: Peter Arbogast, Youth Basketball Coordinator (310) 393-2721, ext. 137, ysports@ymcasm.org, www.ymcasm.org
SANTA MONICA FAMILY YMCA, 1332 6th St., Santa Monica, CA 90401
2015 Fall Youth Basketball League
Register Online Today:
https://www.trinexum.com/HUB/SantaMonica
Participant Information
Child’s Name:
Member#:
Birthday:_____/_____/_____Age:____ Grade: Uniform Information: Height:
Sex:
School:
Weight:_______ Shirt Size:
Address:
City:
Shorts Size:
Zip:
Guardian Information Parent/ Guardian Name:
Phone #:_________________
Address:
City:
Zip:
Email Address:__________________________________________________________ Parent/ Guardian Name: Phone #:_________________ Address:
City:
Zip:
Email Address:__________________________________________________________
Emergency Contact Relation to participant:
Name:
Phone #:____________________________Phone #____________________________ We will try to accommodate players wishing to be on the same team, but can’t guarantee that due to competitive balance issues.
Ages Ages Ages Ages
Members $100 $100 $100 $100
5-6 7-8 9 – 10 11 - 14
Non-Members $175 $175 $175 $175
*Friends to be on same team:
All payments are final and no refunds will be given after September 16th. If you cancel before September 16th there is a $25 processing fee. Refunds will be given if not enough players sign up for a division, although some age groups may be combined differently. If you have not paid prior to September 16th, your child will not be selected on a team and may not participate this season.
Payment Method: Card #:
Cash
Check
Credit: Visa AMEX Master Discover Exp. Date:
Total to Charge: $
Signature:___________________________________________________Date:_____________ For More Information Contact: Peter Arbogast, Youth Basketball Coordinator (310) 393-2721, ext. 137, ysports@ymcasm.org, www.ymcasm.org
SANTA MONICA FAMILY YMCA, 1332 6th St., Santa Monica, CA 90401