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MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Dear Emerson Families,
We hope you enjoyed a safe and peaceful Spring Break. We are ready for an exciting final two months of the school year, in preparation for our students to matriculate to the next level. Attendance continues to be a primary concern, and we encourage you to hold off on family vacations until June and July. We have lots planned for the months ahead, including All School Meetings, field trips, our Pride March and much more!
It is time for us to complete our final assessments of the school year. Students in Grades K- 2 will complete a third installment of the Literacy Assessment (DIBELS), along with the ELA and Math STAR test. Students in Grades 3-5 will take the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress. All students will continue writing, working on in class essays, which will be scored on a school wide calibrated rubric. You will receive your child’s final report card, which will reflect their year long academic progress on the last day of school, which is June 2nd.
Many thanks for our PTA Board who have demonstrated creative resourcefulness and resilience during the past several years. They planned and implemented events for our students and staff during the height of the pandemic. This PTA Board overcame many barriers, including Zoom meetings and health and safety restrictions. Through it all, the PTA committed to meeting our fundraising goals, while supporting school wide events such as the Family Art Night and Read-A-Thon. The Board also demonstrated our commitment to Equity through the Meetings on the Bridge and Spring Equity Circle. Our school community is small, and yet we do so much! Many hands make light work and we are asking you to consider joining us for the next year. We are especially in need of a President and/or Co-Presidents. You may learn more about the various positions and their “duties” here and then submit your interest here.
It is time to register for Summer School. The elementary age summer program is offered from June 5- August 11. You can see the attached link for information regarding the Summer LEARNS program here: Oxford Summer Learns Program.
To register click here: https://berkeleylearns.asapconnected.com/#ProgramID=7488.
Hope to see you at the April All School Meeting on the blacktop this Friday, April 14th at 8:30 am. Be sure to dress in warm layers- we expect sun, but it will still be chilly. We look forward to student performances, student shout outs, a message from the Principals’ Student Advisory Committee, and much more!
Take care,
Jana Holmes
UPCOMING EVENTS AND KEY DATES
Thursday, April 13: Equity Circle, 6-8:15pm, at Emerson
Saturday, May 6: Emerson Move-A-Thon
Monday, May 15: No School - Malcolm X Holiday
Tuesday, May 16: PTA Association Meeting #3 evening - Board Election (Zoom, in-person TBD)
Monday, May 29: No School - Memorial Day
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PTA UPDATE
JOIN THE PTA
The Emerson PTA Board is a group of volunteers who meet monthly to support the Emerson community through fundraising, events, and programs. Consider joining us to collaborate on building an inclusive culture and modeling service for our Emerson students. Nominate yourself or another person, and find out more about through Emerson PTA Board Interest Form.
SPRING VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
We also need volunteers for three upcoming events. Please reach out to the committee chair if you are able to help!
Spring Service Day - a day of community service (TBD- possibly Earth Day April 22)
Contact: Ariel Clute, cluteariel@gmail.com
Moveathon - May 6
Contact: Elise Kneram, kneram.elise@gmail.com
Tech Talk Series - Digital citizenship, games, online best practices with kids!
Contact: Matt Small, smaulio@gmail.com
PTA ASSOCIATION MEETING
PTA Association Meeting #3 - [Rescheduled] Now 6PM, Tuesday, May 16 via Zoom (in-person TBD). This is our Election Meeting, with a presentation by the Nominating Committee.
JOIN THE PTA BUDGET SUB-COMMITTEE
Want a voice in how the Emerson PTA plans its programs and budget? We're
looking for people to join the budget sub-committee to help us plan for
next year. There will be a Zoom meeting April 26 at 8:15pm to work on
the budget, and then the budget will be presented at the final Emerson
PTA Association Meeting for approval. Everyone is welcome and anyone may
join.
To RSVP email: treasurer@emersonelementary.org
Save the Date! Move-a-thon, Saturday, May 6
Save the Date! The Move-a-thon is on Saturday May 6, with the friendly competition starting at 9am. Please volunteer through your Grade Parents who'll be reaching out for help soon!
Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week
May 8-12 is our community-wide celebration of our Emerson teachers and staff! Start thinking about how your family might show your love and appreciation. This is our annual celebration, and we are looking for enthusiastic individuals to assist in planning for this week of thanks. If that is you, please contact Carol Wang at carol.wang@gmail.com or Rose Lynn at roselynnabesamisbell@emersonelementary.org. Stay tuned for more details!
Find Emerson Online
Website: https://emersonelementary.org/
Remind: Text @7f6hb to 81010; or go to www.remind.com/join/7f6hb
Facebook: www.facebook.com/emersonpta (or follow @emersonPTA)
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