Hage Panther Paw Prints Newsletter (Oct/Nov 2023)

Hage Elementary School Newsletter

HelloHagefamilies,

ThankyouforthesupportasourHagePanthershavestartedthisschoolyearin astrongway.Wearecontinuingtodeepenrelationshipsandsocialemotional connections throughout our campus. We hope that students, parents, and caregivershavefeltwelcomedandappreciated.Pleaseknowthatwearehere foryouandourstudents.Thankyouforthetrustyouhaveplacedinus.

Asweforgestrongbondsandrelationships,pleaserememberthefollowing:

Communicationiskey.Pleasereachouttoourteachersandstaffasneeded. Weencourageourstudentsandfamiliestoaskquestions.

Routines, routines, routines. Please continue to solidify school routines (before,during,andafter)andrefineasnecessary.Ourstudentsperformat higherlevelswithconsistencyandstructure.Pleaseconnectwithourstaffif youneedhelpwithestablishingroutines.

Weareworkingdailytobetterunderstandourstudentsbynameandneeds. Please share information you feel would help our educators understand better,asweworkalongsideeachothertosupportourstudents.

Attendanceiscrucialforustohavetheopportunitiestolearnandgrow together.

Thenextcouplemonthswillbringusmoreopportunitiestoconnectwitheach other during Parent-Teacher Conference week, school-wide events, celebrations,andmore.Pleasestayconnectedtoourcommunicationsshared via School Messenger, email, and other platforms. If you are not receiving SchoolMessengercallsand/oremails,pleasereachouttoourSchoolClerk: PalomaRodriguez(prodriguez1@sandi.net)orcallourMainOfficeat(858)6347700.

Respectfully,

PrincipalJamesLee

SEPTEMBER EVENT WRAP-UP

FAMILY FUN NIGHT

On Sept. 15th, we were thrilled to see so much fun being had at the Family Night at Rockin' Jump! Panthers of all ages came out to play with their classmates. We appreciate everyone who attended and helped to raise $300 for Hage PTA!

DINE-OUT FUNDrAISEr

Thank you to all who dined out at 40N Pho & Grille on Sept. 21st. And a HUGE thank you to our partners 40N Pho & Grille for hosting and giving back 30% of proceeds.

FALL BOOK FAIr

The Fall Book Fair was a huge SUCCESS thanks to the students and families who stopped by. The total number of books purchased during the fair was enough to fully fund Scholastic classroom magazines! A special thank you to Shruti A., Christina D., Amanda R., Irene S. and all of the volunteers who ran the store before and after school. The fair could not have happened without your amazing help!

STAFF APPrECIATION

On September 28th, teachers and staff were shown a little love with an ice cream sundae bar! Teachers (and staff) make up the “T” in PTA, and we are grateful for the incredible work they do for Hage Panthers. And while Teacher Appreciation Week is formally celebrated in May, teachers and staff deserve recognition all year long!

Pictured: Ashley Fennell, Speech Language Pathologist

ICE CrEAM SOCIAL wrap-up

This was such a fun way to welcome families back to the new school year! In addition to a tasty treat, Hage families had the opportunity to learn more about how the PTA supports Hage students, meet board members, and find out the many ways to make a meaningful impact as a PTA volunteer.

Thank you to everyone who attended, Associate Principal Mrs. Ligon, and the PTA Board for serving ot ev

Panther Partnership Pledge Drive

As a Sustaining Sponsor, you can make an ongoing, automatic monthly gift (nine installments, beginning October 2023 and ending June 2024) that can be paid securely and conveniently online via Square with a credit or debit card.

Panther Pack: Level 1 Sponsor

$5 per month

Total contribution over nine (9) months = $45

Each Panther Pack Sponsor will receive a 5"x5" magnetized car decal to proudly display your support.

Panther Pal: Level 2 Sponsor

$10 per month

Total contribution over nine (9) months = $90

Each Panther Pal Sponsor will receive a 5"x5" magnetized car decal to proudly display your support and a purple 3-in1 charging cable emblazoned with the Hage logo.

Panther Patron: Level 3 Sponsor

$20 per month

Total contribution over nine (9) months = $180

Each Panther Patron Sponsor will receive a 5"x5" magnetized car decal to proudly display your support, a purple 3-in-1 charging cable and a lunch cooler tote (both emblazoned with the Hage logo).

Panther Partnership FAQs

Whatisthe Panther Partnership Pledge Drive?

Thisisthefirstmajorfundraiseroftheschoolyear.Itspurposeistoraise money in support of the various programs and items funded by the PTA, including VAPA (Visual and Performing Arts), Scholastic magazines and other reading support, physical education support, and much more. Your monthly pledge of $5, $10, or $20 will provide enrichment for all Hage Panthers!

Anyone...includingparents,grandparents,teachers,andstaff.

Whocan becomea Panther Partner?

Whatisthe purposeof thePanther Partnership Program?

There is also a separate Business Sponsorship Program. If you are a business owner and would like to learn more about the benefits we offer, please visit www.hagepta.org and look for “Corporate Sponsorship” undertheFUNDRAISINGtab.

A successful pledge drive is crucial to provide our Panthers with the kind of academic experiences they deserve! We strive to keep fundraisers to a minimum, and we are counting on Hage families to make that happen. We invite you ensure Hage students continue to receive the well-rounded enrichmentHageElementaryisknownfor.

Howlong doesthe pledge periodlast?

ThepledgedrivewilltakeplacethroughtheendofSeptember.

Monthly contributions (scheduled automatically and securely via Square) will begin in October and will run through June 2024. At the end of the nine monthpaymentperiod,yourautomaticdeductionswillbecancelled.

Are you READY?

1.

Click here (or visit www.hagepta.org and click on "Panther Partnership Pledge Campaign" under the Fundraising tab) to complete your pledge.

2. Look for an email from Hage PTA to make your first monthly donation.

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Learn more about our school!

Panther Bucks

Panther Bucks are the currency of this fun incentive program. Its purpose is to reward positive character traits and behaviors seen in the classroom and around campus.

During recess time, students are able to use their bucks in exchange for fun items such as posters, book marks, stickers, and more!

Teachers and other school staff.

Bucks can buy items found in the Panther Buck store or even an entire lunch. Be sure to keep them in a safe place!

Each month, students who have saved up enough Panther Bucks have the chance to enjoy a lunch with Mr. Lee and other school staff. Whether it's over Domino's pizza or quesadillas prepared by Mr. Lee himself, students are able to engage with school staff in fun and unique ways. Meals vary each month.

Help is often needed each month to support Panther Buck lunches. This might involve purchasing items from the store or picking up food orders. Purchases are reimbursable. Email pta.hage@gmail.com if you're interested!

SCHOOL SITE COUNCIL (SSC) & SCHOOL GOVERNANCE TEAM (SGT)

The SSC is a decision-making group that provides oversight on matters dealing with Federal and State-funded programs The SSC is comprised of parents, teachers and staff who are selected by each of their constituent groups

The purpose of the SGT is to empower the staff, parents and students - to make long-range decisions and changes that will promote student academic, social and physical growth This is accomplished through shared decisionmaking, which allows for flexibility and assures accountability The SGT is also comprised of parents, teachers and staff who are selected by each of their constituent groups

Meetings are held monthly and are announced in advance during Mr Lee's Sunday messages While only elected members of the SSC and SGT may vote, anyone is welcome to attend as a guest

Click here to learn more

WHAT IS VAPA ?

EXCELLENCE IN THE ARTS

Visual And Performing Arts (VAPA) The

program promotes artistic literacy, innovation, creativity, and excellence in the arts by providing a high quality, sequential, arts experience for all Hage Panthers. Visiting VAPA teachers spend several hours every month with each classroom. We are so excited to have this arts education program at our school!

Visual Arts Music dance theater

Parents’ Guide to Arts

Education in California Public Schools

MEMBER UPDATES

previous meeting highlights

Thank you so much to all who were able to attend the September 6th association meeting! It was so nice to see familiar faces... and many new ones! With this being the first PTA meeting of the year, there were many business items that were voted on, including the PTA budget for the 202324 year. Associate Principal Geniese Ligon was in attendance to share updates. Upcoming PTA programs and events were also discussed.

mark your calendar

Thenextassociationmeetingwillbeon

January 27, 2024

This meeting will be held at school, and free childcare will be available for Hage students Themeetingwillbeimmediately followedbyaFamilyScienceNight!

Abha Ahuja

Adam Goldstein

Aimee Lou Ocreto

Alaia Mcfarlin

Alicia Leilani Shirley

Alisa Moshkovich

Alyssa Gonzalez

Amanda Roth

Amanda Tindle

Amaya Rae Ramos

Amit Indap

Amy Isiaho

Ana Chan

Andrey Kvochkin

Angelita Mena

Antoniette Curtis

Asher Chianese

Ashley Fennell

Ayako Ikeda

Bai Nguyen

Becky Moreno

Belinda T Clanor

Belvien Llanes

Bethany Nguyen

Bruce Powelson

Bryant Pham

Carol Wang

Caroline Tran

Casey Gage

Cecilia Braidic

Charlene Pattillo

Charmaine

Sumalnap-Ponce

Chris Llanes

Christina Dimalanta

Christine Macapagal

Claire Rustico

Connor Sringkarawat

Crystal Smith

Cyrus Finn Caoili

Dan Ronquillo

Daniel Gary Phillips

Danielle Krogstad

Darleen Khongsaly

David Isiaho

David Satter

Débora C C Leite

Dexter Khongsaly

Don MacIntosh

Emma Chen

Enyou Zhu

Erin Gage

Esther Friedman

Eugene Pooler

Eva Curtis

Evelyn Flores

Evelyn Rustico

Fatima Khalil

Flora Macias

Frank Stolarczyk

Fritzie Mortensen

Garry Caoili

Geniese Ligon

Gina Laureta

Gina Marquez

Glaiza Militante

Glenn Kramer

Grace Canoy

Haiyan Li

Hien Lam

Holly Hymes

Imee Mallari

Irene Stolarczyk

Iris Gabriel Caoili

James Chianese

James Lee

Javad Mirzamani

Jenny Dinh

Jessica Kolodziej

Joie Rosa Sapinoso

Joseph Quintella

Josey Quintella

Jozzi Romero

Juliette Perlmutter

Justin Price

Karen Le

Kasey Markoski

Keith Kaneko

Khanh Vu

Kimberly Sosa

Kolyn Dei Mallari

Kristyn Pittenger

Krystle Franklin

Kylie OKeefe

Lanisa Medina

Lee Zian

Lena Sringkarawat

Lily Santiago

Lina Agana

Lindsay Rutten

Linh Le

Lisa Ball

Lisa Thompson

Lisa Wood

Lori Courtney

Lori Place

Lynna Ho Nguyen

Madeleine Rustico

Mariel Sakoda

Marilyn Martin

Marilyn Nguyen

Marjorie Patiag

Mason Sakoda

Melanie Speros

Melissa Hoang Tran

Melissa Magpayo

Michael Tran

Micheala Restuvog

Michelle Soto

Mike Hymes

MiMi Phan

Mina Olama

Nammaly Phaengdy

Nhuy Nguyen

Nicole Almryde

Nicole Dumas

Nilobol Khongsaly

Noah Leathers

Noriko Cabrales

Noy K

Pamela King

Patrick Dimalanta

Priti Agarwal

Rachel Penera-Rollins

Rafael Soriano

Rakesh Acharya

Maniyoor

Raquel Soriano

Ricky Ramos

Robert Roth

Rosendo Pitiquen

Sara M. Finegan

Sarah Jackson

Seung Hee Phillips

Sha Guo

Shameila Moore

Sharon MacIntosh

Shayan Sadri

Silk Yongco

Sri Sai Laasya Lomada

Stacy Calderon

Stacy Rustico

Stephanie Eonta

Stephanie Litvin

Stephen Mendiola

Steven Pittenger

Steven Valdez

Terah Morrison

Terrence Chan

Tessie Solis

Thalia Villaseñor

Timothy Rustico

Tracy Malthus

Tracy Tran

Tricia De Luna

Tricia De Luna

Truc Le

Tuyet Kovtoun

Uved Khan

Vanessa Dimalanta

Vicky Pitiquen

Victoria Doe

Vivian Serrano

Viviana Saucedo

Vy Ting

Wendy Wilkerson

Zarah Roberts

DONUTS FOR GROWN-UPS

Wednesday, October 11th

Parents or other family members are invited to be a guest reader in their child’s classroom. Afterwards, please stop by the staff lounge to enjoy light refreshments provided by the PTA.

Your child’s teacher will be contacting their class families to schedule a reading session. Stay tuned!

RED RIBBON WEEK RED RIBBON WEEK

OCTOBER 23-27, 2023

WHAT IS RED RIBBON WEEK?

This is a nationally-recognized drug, alcohol, and tobacco prevention awareness campaign. this year's theme is "Be Kind To Your Mind. Live!"

As parents of elementary school children, we realize that it isn’t just about saying “NO” to drugs. It’s also about making smart and healthy choices every day!

Each year, our school celebrates Red Ribbon Week along with millions of other students and community members around the country. activities at our school include an assembly, a spirit week, and more!

DRESS-UP DAYS DRESS-UP DAYS

MONDAY, OCTOBER 23

Dress for success. (Today is Picture Day!)

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 24

Style your hair silly or wear your favorite hat.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 25

Wear your pajamas.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 26

Wear your brightest colors.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27

Wear something red.

We will always do our best!

We will use our head to make good choices!

We will follow our DREAMS!

We're looking forward to a BRIGHT future

We're "RED"-y to be drug-free!

EARN CASH FOR HAGE!

The Box Tops mobile app uses state-of-the-art technology to scan your store receipt, find participating products and instantly add Box Tops to your school’s earnings online

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LOOK FOR THE LABEL:

BUY SCAN YOUR RECEIPT EARN

You can find Box Tops on hundreds of products throughout the store.

Use the app to snap a photo of your receipt within 14 days of purchase.

Box Tops earnings are identified and automatically updated online.

SHOPPING FOR GROCERIES ONLINE?

You can still earn Box Tops for your school with your e-receipt! See how at BTFE.com/emailgroceryreceipts

You may occasionally find an old Box Tops clip on packages in stores. You can still clip them and send them to school, as long as each clip has a valid expiration date.

TOPS

October is Digital Citizenship Month

CALENDAR DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

lATINX HERITAGE MONTH

CONTINUES THRU OCT. 15TH

Americans celebrate Latinx Heritage/Hispanic Heritage month to honor the cultures and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Carribbean, and Central & South America.

OCTOBER IS filipino american history month

Celebrated in the U.S. during October to commemorate the arrival of the first Filipinos who landed in what is now Morro Bay, CA on October 18, 1587

NOVEMBER IS INDIGENOUS PEOPLES HERITAGE MONTH

A time to celebrate the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, histories--and to acknowledge the important contributions--of Native people.

OCTOBER IS

disability awareness month

The goal is for disability history education and awareness to promote positive attitudes in schools, creating a culture of mutual respect, understanding, and equal opportunities for all

OCTOBER IS LGBTQIA+ History month

This month was established in 1994 and is a time to honor and recognize the achievements and progress of the LGBTQIA+ community

OCTOBER IS down syndrome awareness month

The goal is to celebrate people with Down Syndrome and increase awareness of their abilities and accomplishments It’s not about celebrating disabilities; it’s about celebrating abilities!

DIA DE LOS MUERTOS

IS NOVEMBER 1ST & 2ND

This is a Mexican holiday where families welcome back the souls of their deceased loved ones for a brief reunion that includes food, drink, and celebration.

IS CELEBRATED IN OCTOBER DIWALI

Also known as the Festival of Lights, Diwali is a Hindu holiday symbolizing the victory of righteousness and the lifting of spiritual darkness. Lamps, fireworks, and bonfires illuminate this holiday Diwali means “ a row or cluster of lights ”

world kindness day IS NOVEMBER

13TH

This is a global day that promotes the importance of being kind to each other, to yourself, and to the world. The purpose is to understand that compassion for others is what binds us all together.

We celebrate all on November 11th (HAPPY_THANKSGIVING)

ENJOYTHEWEEKOF11/20-11/24

OFFFROMSCHOOL!