PANTHER PAW PRINTS
Hage Elementary School Newsletter
April | May 2023 Issue
HelloHagefamilies,
OnbehalfoftheHagestaff,IshareourcollectiveappreciationforourHagecommunity. Wearestrongertogetherandlookforwardtothenextfewmonthsandtheopportunities wehavetodeepenourrelationships.WelookforwardtohostingfamiliesforourSpring BookFairApril10-14andforSpringOpenHouseonApril27from5:30-7:00PM.
BeginninginApril,3-5thgradestudentswillhavetheopportunitytoengageinourSwim Program.Ourschoolisoneofonlyafewschoolsinourdistrictthathaveaswimprogram available.Ourtop-notchPhysicalEducationprogramallowsforthistohappenin conjunctionwithsupportfromourPTAandvariousdonors.Thisprogramhasexistedin ourschoolfordecadesandwearehappytohavethisopportunityforourPanthers.For more information on our Swim Program, please check our website (https://hage.sandiegounified.org/swim_program).
Additionally,inthenextcoupleofmonthsintheschoolyear,ourstudentswillbe expandingtheirlearningandshowcasingtheirknowledgeinculminatingprojectsand assessments.AllstudentswillbetakingdistrictassessmentsinMathandEnglish LanguageArts.Inaddition,studentsingrades3-5willalsotakestatewidetests (CAASPP/SBAC)inMathandEnglishLanguageArtsmidMay.5thgraderswillalsohavea ScienceassessmentwithinCAASPP/SBAC.Theseassessmentsandculminatingprojects aremeanttocapturestudentgrowthandcelebratelearning.Exactdatesforthese assessmentswillbesharedbyyourclassroomteacherandviaSchoolMessenger.
InAprilandMaywewillalsobedeepeningourworkaroundLeaderinMe.Ourfocuswill beonHabits#6,“Synergize”and#7,“SharpentheSaw”.Thesehabitswillbe incorporatedinclassroomsandacrossallofourlearningenvironments.Thesehabitsfit wellwithourculminatingactivitiesandwillbeusedtopushstudentachievementtoeven higherlevels.Iencourageallfamiliestoengageinconversationsaboutthesehabitsand howtheseleadershipcharacteristicscanbepresentinavarietyofsettings(Ie.
Respectfully,
PrincipalJamesLee
Classroom,recess,home,etc…).
1 | Principal's Message 2 | PTA Member Updates 3 | Stay Connected and Restaurant Fundraisers 4-5 | Feb/Mar Wrap-ups 6 | Swim Program 7 | Spring Book Fair 8 | Rockin' Jump Family Night 9 | Spring Open House 10 | Family Art Night 11 | Yearbook 12 | Spirit Wear 13 | Box Tops 14 | Club Move 15 | Volunteer Recognition Day 16 | Earth Day Feature 17-19 | Awareness Features 20 | Thank you, PTA Members! 21 | Panther Partners 22 | Community Donors 23-26 | PTA volunteer opportunities for the 2023-24 school year
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In This Issue...
PRESIDENT | Belinda Clanor TREASURER | Casey Gage SECRETARY | Kasey Markoski FINANCIAL REVIEWER | Alyssa Gonzalez HISTORIAN | Irene Stolarczyk
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Wednesday, April 19th
The first week of May is when we formally honor our amazing educators during Teacher Appreciation Week. But did you know that April and May are filled with days to recognize many other vital roles at school?
APRIL 3
ASSOCIATE PRINCIPAL APPRECIATION DAY
APRIL 5
PARAPROFESSIONALS APPRECIATION DAY
APRIL 26
ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY
MAY 1
PRINCIPAL APPRECIATION DAY
MAY 5
SCHOOL LUNCH HERO APPRECIATION DAY
MAY 10
SCHOOL NURSE APPRECIATION DAY
MAY 18
SPEECH PATHOLOGIST APPRECIATION DAY
Thursday, May 18th
April May
FEB/MAR EVENT WRAP-UP
What an exciting evening this was for the Hage families who came out to cheer on the San Diego Sockers! Students got their spring break off to a fun start with a thrilling match that saw the Sockers win in overtime. Each person also received a scarf giveaway in honor of Military Appreciation Night.
A portion of proceeds will benefit the 5th Grade Promotion Committee.
This special event was celebrated over two days last month. Students were treated to story time presentations from Elastigirl and Black Panther!
Thank you to all who participated as a classroom reader. Guest readers were treated to a PTA-sponsored reception with refreshments in the staff lounge. If you weren't able to attend this Readers' Reception... no worrries! Plan ahead for Muffins in the Morning on Friday, May 12.
High fives to all who attended the past two restaurant fundraisers! Both dine-outs brought in over $350! Our monthly dine-outs are a great way to bring in extra funds for our school while taking a night off from cooking.
And a special thank you to our partners at Chick Fil-A and Rubio's of Mira Mesa for hosting and each giving back 15% and 30% of proceeds, respectively.
On a chilly and drizzly day in March, all teachers and staff members had the opportunity to enjoy a hot beverage of their choice courtesy of The Rush Coffee.
Stay tuned for details regarding Staff Appreciation Week next month! This week will kick off on Monday, May 1st and will be filled with ways for students to express gratitude for their teachers and other school staff.
Sponsored by Hage PTA
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FEB/MAR EVENT WRAP-UP
Sponsored by Hage PTA
Can you believe it's been THREE YEARS since the last indoor movie night?! Many pajamawearing Panthers (and their families) gathered inside on a rainy evening to enjoy activities, eatdinnerandwatchTrolls!Specialguests---PoppyandBranch---evenstoppedbytoleadthe crowd in games, share some of their favorite music and dance moves, and take photos with everyone.
Events like these are possible only with the support of volunteers! A round of applause to Krystle Y. for organizing the entire event, and many thanks to Fatima A. and Abha A. for helping with games! And we are so appreciative of the volunteers from the 5th Grade PromotionCommitteewhoorganizeddinnerforattendingfamilies.
hage elementary Swim Program
who?
Hagethird,fourth,andfifthgradestudentsparticipateinthis specialprogram...nowinits22ndyear!
WHAT?
TheSwimProgramprovides10freeswimminglessonseachyear touppergradestudents.
WHEN?
April&May2023
WHERE?
NedBaumerPoolatMiramarCollege
WHY?
This program builds confidence and ability in the water. This not onlyleadstosafetywhileswimming,butalsoanoverallsenseof accomplishmentandpride.
HOW?
ThroughapartnershipwithourP.E.teachersandtheNedBaumer Pool staff. Each year, Hage PTA provides full financial support. This year, the PTA received a grant through the San Diego City Council Community Projects, Programs, and Services (CPPS) FundingProgram.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Swim days will be Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays Help is needed with walking students to/from the pool and supervising students around the pool and in locker rooms Whether you can help for MULTIPLE days or just ONE day, your time will be appreciated!
Click here to view the full swim schedule for your child's grade level and to learn how you can become a volunteer.
It's a Hage Family
NIGHT
@WHEN: FRIDAY, APRIL 28TH, 5PM-7PM
WHEN: FRIDAY, APRIL 28TH, 5PM-7PM
WHERE: ROCKIN' JUMP OF MIRA MESA (8190 MIRALANI DRIVE)
WHERE: ROCKIN' JUMP OF MIRA MESA (8190 MIRALANI DRIVE)
COST PER JUMPER: $17 FOR 1 HOUR OR $23 FOR 2 HOURS
COST PER JUMPER: $17 FOR 1 HOUR OR $23 FOR 2 HOURS
Our school will receive a portion back when you mention Hage Elementary!
1.
GRIP SOCKS ARE REQUIRED FOR JUMPERS. SOCKS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE.
2. A WAIVER IS REQUIRED FOR EACH JUMPER COMPLETE ONE IN ADVANCE HERE.
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Join us at 5PM in the staff lounge for the last General PTA Meeting of the school year! Dinner will be available for purchase starting at 4:30PM. Artesano Taco and Beachin' Boba will be serving up delicious Mexican food and specialty drinks. Cash and credit card accepted. Visit your child's classroom to see special projects & displays!
all
families are invited to attend... Spring OPEN HOUSE
For an optimum experience for all, each lesson is limited to 35 participants.
Eric
Family Art Night Friday, May 12th (6:30-7:30 pm) Sponsoredby Choose from one of three, 60 minute lessons inspired by a famous artist and their work! Wassily Kandinsky Abstraction This event is FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE! $2 per participant Registration will open on Sunday, April 16th There will be a discount for PTA members! A promo code will be emailed on 4/16
Paul Klee Etching
Carle Collage
This year's Spirit Wear Store is ONLINE! Click on any item above to order. Youth AND Adult sizes available! *please refer to sizing chart available on the website for details.
EARN CASH FOR HAGE!
LITTLE BY LITTLE WE CAN MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE.
The Box Tops mobile app uses state-ofthe-art technology to scan your store receipt, find participating products and instantly add Box Tops to your school’s earnings online.
HERE’S HOW IT WORKS...
You can still earn Box Tops for your school with your e-receipt!
See how at BTFE.com/emailgroceryreceipts
SEE PRODUCTS & LEARN MORE ABOUT THE BOX TOPS APP AT BTFE.COM
DON’T HAVE THE BOX TOPS APP YET? DOWNLOAD IT NOW BY CLICKING HERE
LABEL: 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.
Tops earnings are identified and automatically updated online.
LOOK FOR THE
Box
SHOPPING FOR GROCERIES ONLINE?
BOX TOPS PRODUCTS CASH FOR
YOUR SCHOOL
SCAN YOUR RECEIPT EARN NO MORE CLIPPING RECEIPT SEE HOW AT BTFE.COM SCAN YOUR RECEIPT
BUY
WHAT IS IT?
Club Move seeks to create an inclusive culture at Hage by providing an opportunity for Special Education peers to interact with General Education peers. is is a visually-supported, all-inclusive physical education classroom. Students with all abilities work together to make positive relationships and learn from each other. This co-taught format was started by P.E. teachers Mr. Keith Kaneko and Mr. Brandon Cahoon. Club Move is taught on Mondays over two, 30-minute classes for grades K-1 and grades 2-5.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Standardized approaches in P.E. are adapted for students with moderate to severe needs. The classes have 6 stations, each identified with its own color. Each station (usually with 4-5 students) has visuals to help with communication and understanding.
Click the cone to learn more
APRIL 20TH IS
BY DEFINITION, VOLUNTEERS WORK FOR FREE, BUT THAT WORK CAN HAVE TREMENDOUS VALUE. HAGE PTA ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS ARE POSSIBLE ONLY WITH THE PARTICIPATION OF ITS VOLUNTEERS. THANK YOU TO ALL OF THE AMAZING VOLUNTEERS WHO HAVE SO POSITIVELY IMPACTED THE HAGE COMMUNITY THIS YEAR!
April 22nd is Earth Day
Saul Acosta
Christine Acosta
Lina Agana
Priti Agarwal
Abha Ahuja
Shad Allameh
Suha Alnaser
Mariam Azimi
Gerryme Bagtas
Lisa K Ball
Bea Barrera
Khristopher Barrera
Esra Ece Bayat
Hilen Berdeja
Cecilia Braidic
Sharicka Braley
Noriko Cabrales
Grace Canoy
Garry Caoili
Iris Gabriel Caoili
Pamela Carrasco
Emma Chen
Jei Chen
Wei-Ting Cheng
Belinda Clanor
Eva Curtis
Darlene Davis
Vanessa Dimalanta
Regina Evans
Ashley Fennell
Sara M. Finegan
Krystle Franklin
Casey Gage
Erin Gage
Alyssa Gonzalez
Melanie Gonzalez
Dutta Hailemariam
Ayana Hardaway
Laurie Igoe
Ayako Ikeda
Keith Kaneko
Fatima Khalil
Joum Khongsaly
Darleen Khongsaly
Dexter Khongsaly
Pamela King
Jessica Kolodziej
Tuyet Kovtoun
Danielle Krogstad
Raj Kumar
Hien Lam
James Lee
Geniese Ligon
Vince Lim
Heather Lim
Stephanie Litvin
Richard Llamas
Tricia De Luna
Donald MacIntosh
Sharon MacIntosh
Franzine Mackley
Melissa Magpayo
Imee Mallari
Kolyn Dei Mallari
Tracy Malthus
Naomi Marin
Ricky Marin
Kasey Markoski
Gina Marquez
Julie Medina
Stephanie Melusky
Stephen Mendiola
Becky Moreno
Terah Morrison
Fritzie Mortensen
Cassi Munar
Becky Mustafa
Priti Nagnur
Bai Nguyen
Bethany Nguyen
Lynna Ho Nguyen
Marilyn Nguyen
Nhuy Nguyen
Trisha Ongjoco
Kris-juhn Pappas
Rachel Penera-Rollins
Minerva Perez
Juliette Perlmutter
Seung Hee Phillips
Daniel Gary Phillips
Ann Marie Pilapil
Kristyn Pittenger
Steven Pittenger
Lori Place
Bruce Powelson
Dan Ronquillo
Amanda Roth
Robert Roth
Stacy Rustico
Rosie Samoy
David Satter
Vivian Serrano
Barbara Smith
Crystal Smith
Tessie Solis
Raquel Soriano
Rafael Soriano
Frank Stolarczyk
Irene Stolarczyk
Charmaine SumalnapPonce
Lisa Thompson
Angela Torres
Caroline Tran
Dylan Tran
Vivian Tran
Thao Tran
Vu Tran
Steven Valdez
Arlyn Villarte
Khanh Vu
Wendy Wilkerson
Lisa Wood
Silk Yongco
Teachers & Staff are italicized
thank you thank you to these sustaining donors!
The Acosta Family
The Agarwal Family
The Almryde/Mitchell Family
Aria, Alina, and Jei
The Bayat Family
Bhaskaran and Divya
Sheila and Skye Chiong
Mrs. Courtney
The Davis Family
The De Luna Family
Mia Do-Truong Family
Sara and Richard Finegan
Finn & Family
The Fords
The Franklin Family
The Gage Family
The Galang Family
Alyssa Gonzalez
The Kolodziej Family
The Lovato Family
Tracy Malthus
Alaia McFarlin
Aliana McFarlin
Mia and Jackson
The Nguyen Family
The Nguyen Family
The Nierras Family
Devam Patel
Patrick and Elsa Quinn and Kristyn Pittenger
Purple Panther Paws
The Roth Family
The Rusticos
Tina and Maryam Safa
The Santos Family
Family Sauter
Lehuyen Tran
Quan V. Tran
The Vand Family
The Vigil Family
The Villarte Family
Kayla Ward
...and to those donors who wish to remain anonymous.
Thank you for your unwavering commitment to support Hage PTA! With your donation, you are enriching the elementary school experience for Hage students and their families.
community support
Grants & Donations
Business sponsors
The PTA was awarded a $5,000 grant from the City of San Diego Community Projects, Programs, & Services Funding for our swim program. Special thanks to Mira Mesa Community Foundation for support!
Fun run business donors
Help Wanted! Help Wanted!
PTABoardCommitteePositionsforthe2023-24SchoolYear
BOOK FAIRS BOOK FAIRS
Oversee the Fall and Spring Book Fairs.
Coordinate logistics with the Scholastic company.
Coordinate volunteers to setup, staff, and breakdown the Fair.
Send out flyers and reminders prior to the event.
Work with teachers to get their classes signed up to attend (if applicable)
Busiest time: September and March
RED RIBBON WEEK RED RIBBON WEEK
Coordinate this week-long celebration, which promotes healthy and positive lifestyles. Plan special activities that are educational and fun (including a Spirit Week and assembly).
Send out flyers and reminders prior to the event.
Work with teachers to organize and incentivize classroom poster contest
Busiest time: October
YEARBOOK YEARBOOK
Create this cherished keepsake for Hage families using an online yearbook platform (e g , TreeRing). Their software offers templates and layouts to facilitate custom designs.
Coordinate sales and distribution of the yearbook.
Collect photos taken during school events.
Work with school staff and PTA to obtain school portraits and other photos.
Send out promotional flyers and reminders
Busiest time: Steady throughout the year
STAFF APPRECIATION STAFF APPRECIATION
Plan and coordinate appreciation activities in honor of teachers and staff.
Plan and coordinate appreciation opportunities for students and families.
Coordinate volunteers to setup, staff, and breakdown events.
Send out promotional flyers and reminders
Busiest time: Appreciation Week is the first full week of May April and May would be the busiest However, appreciation events can be scheduled throughout the year.
RESTAURANT FUNDRAISERS RESTAURANT FUNDRAISERS
Work with local restaurants to schedule events and receive profits earned.
Send out flyers and reminders prior to the event
Busiest time: Steady throughout the year
Help Wanted! Help Wanted!
PTABoardCommitteePositionsforthe2023-24SchoolYear
FIFTH GRADE PROMOTION FIFTH GRADE PROMOTION
Coordinate fellow 5th Grade parents and other family members to raise funds for Promotion Week or other activities. Traditionally, this has been done with popsicle sales after school on Thursdays and Fridays, but you are free to utilize other options
Plan and organize activities during Promotion Week or during the school year, including a Beach Day in June.
Maintain communication with 5th Grade families to keep them up-to-date with volunteer opportunities and upcoming activities.
Collaborate with 5th Grade teachers to establish a calendar of events or activities.
Busiest time: Steady throughout the year; Promotion Week will be busiest
FAMILY NIGHTS FAMILY NIGHTS
Plan and organize evening programs and activities during the school year for the school community (e g , Art Night, Science Night, Movie Night, etc )
Coordinate volunteers to help setup, staff, and cleanup event, as needed
Send out flyers and reminders prior to the event.
Busiest time: Steady throughout the year
FUNDRAISERS FUNDRAISERS
Oversee general fundraisers during the school year including a Fall and Spring fundraiser. Coordinate logistics with the selected fundraising partner (such as World's Finest Chocolate or other options).
Coordinate volunteers to help process and distribute orders (if applicable).
Send out flyers and reminders prior to and throughout the fundraising period
Fundraising activities should consider the PTA’s current goals/objectives
Busiest time: September/October and other fundraising periods
HOLIDAY SHOP HOLIDAY SHOP
Responsible for the running of the shop, typically one week long.
Coordinate logistics with the outside gift company (e.g., Jolly Gift Boutique).
Coordinate volunteers to setup, staff, and breakdown the store.
Send out flyers and reminders prior to the event.
Work with teachers to get their classes signed up to attend
Busiest time: December
Help Wanted!
PTABoardCommitteePositionsforthe2023-24SchoolYear FUN RUN FUN RUN
Coordinate logistics with the Apex Fun Run company.
Coordinate volunteers to help count laps and other tasks.
Send out flyers and reminders prior to the event.
Work with P.E. teacher to take care of other tasks, such as organizing event t-shirts.
Busiest time: December and January
MEMBERSHIP MEMBERSHIP
Advertise the purpose of the PTA and share the benefits of being a member.
Encourage teachers, school staff, parents, and other family members to join the PTA. This could include organizing a membership drive with class competitions and incentives
Maintain an up-to-date membership roster
Oversee online membership platform (TOTEM).
Busiest time: Back-to-school season
MEMORY TILES MEMORY TILES
Coordinate volunteers to help setup, staff, and cleanup event.
Send out flyers and reminders prior to the event
Maintain inventory of tiles and painting supplies
Coordinate the processing of painted tiles.
Busiest time: Events typically held in November and March.
VOLUNTEERS VOLUNTEERS
Maintain a database of volunteers who sign up for various committees and events
Inform parents about volunteer opportunities and responsibilities (e g , via flyers, forms, or online sign-ups).
Help recruit volunteers throughout the year to support PTA events.
Provide volunteers with basic information and instructions.
Work with other committee chairs to determine how volunteers are needed for an event and how to coordinate
Busiest time: Back-to-school season
Compile information such as Principal's message and other news about events/fundraisers.
Busiest time: Distribution occurs throughout the year, typically every two months
NEWSLETTER NEWSLETTER
Help Wanted! Help Wanted!
PTABoardCommitteePositionsforthe2023-24SchoolYear
SPIRIT WEAR SPIRIT WEAR
Manage the ordering and sales of t-shirts, sweatshirts, and other items, as well as the design of these products.
Maintain and organize inventory of items
Coordinate volunteers to help process & distribute orders, as well as to help sell items during certain events.
Busiest time: Back-to-school season
HOSPITALITY HOSPITALITY
Organize readers' receptions and Military Appreciation reception.
Create a friendly and welcoming environment at receptions with purchased and/or prepared appetizers, pastries, coffee, beverages, and decorations
Maintain PTA's supply of other items such as tablecloths, tableware, utensils, and decor. Send out flyers and reminders prior to the event.
Busiest time: Morning receptions generally take place in October, November, December, March, and May
FALL FESTIVAL FALL FESTIVAL
Oversee the planning, preparation and execution of this fun event.
Coordinate logistics with outside vendors (e.g., inflatable activities, food trucks, entertainment, etc.)
Collaborate with other volunteers to form sub-committees (e.g., Haunted House, craft/product vendors, food, Silent Auction, volunteers, games, etc )
Coordinate the sales and distribution of wristbands and/or tickets prior to the festival and during the event.
Send out flyers and reminders prior to the event. Market the event to the community through social media, posting boards, or other publications.
Busiest time: October, though planning begins in the Summer
Do you want to oversee a committee but feel like it's too much work to do by yourself? Consider asking a fellow parent or friend to participate with you! Committees are usually made up of several volunteers who can help plan, prepare, and participate together.
