Association of California Schools Administrators (ACSA) Legislative Action Days
Earlier this week, Mr. Calderon and I served as lobbyists with 14 other administrators from San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. We lobbied our State Superintendent, Tony Thurmond, and legislators in Sacramento regarding
School Funding
Preserving the arts, music, and instructional materials block grant that was promised to us,
Ensuring Safe and Modern Schools,
Addressing the Staff Shortage when it comes to obtaining substitute teachers, and
Streamlining all the accountability plans we are required to write.
The attached Leave Behind was given to our legislators as a summary reference after our meetings. Together, we are ensuring every child gets every opportunity to be successful.
Book Exchange: Friday, April 21st
Last Call for Book Exchange Collection: Thursday, April 20
This year, CSS will hold their annual book exchange on FRIDAY April 21st. For new families, every April we hold a book exchange in honor of Earth Day! Students spring clean their home libraries and bring in books to swap. Teachers will have a collection box inside their room and students can bring in books (20 books maximum) starting Thursday April 13th through the morning of Thursday April 20th.
The book exchange will take place on Friday the 21st during the school day for the students. **Coming back this year is a parent/teacher book exchange element, so bring in your books (5 books max for parents due to space in the classroom) and we will have a table set up at the front gate on Thursday all day long for parents/staff to visit before, during and after-school! This is a great way to recycle your books and find new treasures. All the leftover books will be donated to a local non-profit organization. Please let me know if you have any questions: katie.szopa@gmail.com
Move-A-Thon
The Cold Spring Move-A-Thon fundraiser is happening now! We have already raised $4,500 towards our goal! Every morning from now until our Move-a-thon, we are raffling off $10 gift cards to Rori’s, Chick-Fil-A and Toy Crazy for the students that have gathered 2 or more sponsors. Today’s winners were Teddy Marino, Ella Copus and Benji Marino! Our goal is to raise $30,000 to create a more secure entryway onto the campus. You will find detailed information on the flier below, including the donation link to share with friends and family (https://www.parentsquare.com/f...). Check out all the fun prizes students can win!
Important Reminder: No School on Friday, April 28
Please enjoy a day off with your family to get ready for the end of the year!
Arbor Day Celebration
On Tuesday, April 25th at 8:30 AM our TK/Kindergarten students will be planting an apricot and pomegranate tree after they sing a song about trees in support of our Arbor Day celebration. Much gratitude to Santa Barbara Beautiful for donating the trees and Nathan Slack, Urban Forest Superintendent, for supporting our celebration.
Red Kettle Coffee and Second Grade Art
The Cold Spring School 2nd grade students are selling their artwork at Red Kettle Coffee in Summerland to raise funds to support our new Art and STEAM building. We encourage everyone to visit Red Kettle to support their efforts and our community partnership.
SBJHS Performing Arts Club: Sister Act Jr.
Thursday, April 20th at 7:00 pm and Friday, April 21st at 7:00 pm
Tickets sold at the door: $5 Students $10 Adults
The Marjorie Luke Theatre at SBJH: 721 E. Cota Street
New Date for the Art Fair/Early Dismissal: Tuesday, May 9th
The Art Fair is scheduled for Tuesday, May 9th from 5 PM-7 PM. Please mark your calendars!
Early Dismissal for the Art Fair:
Kindergarten: 12:30 PM
1st - 6th Grades: 12:45 PM
Kindergarten and Transitional Kindergarten Enrollment, 2023-24 School Year
Incoming TK/Kindergarten Enrollment is happening now! Please contact the office to start the enrollment process so we can begin planning for the 2023-2024 school year. The Transitional Kindergarten window has been extended. If your child's 5th birthday falls between September 2nd and April 2nd, they qualify for Transitional Kindergarten. If you know anyone who is interested in taking a school tour, our next tour date is: Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at 9:00 AM
*Calendar of Events
April
April 21 – Book Exchange
April 25 – Arbor Day Assembly (Kindergarten), 8:30 AM
April 26 – Move-a-thon, 12:45 PM
April 28 – No School
May
May 2 – Superintendent/Principal Coffee, 8:30 AM
May 1 - 5 – Teacher Appreciation Week
May 2 – National Teacher Appreciation Day
May 2 & 4 – Spring Sing, 10:30 AM
May 3 – Parent Club, 8:30 AM
May 3 - SB Public Library Van 3:30 - 5:00 PM
May 4 - School Site Council, 7:30 AM
May 5 – Teacher Appreciation Luncheon, 11:30-12:30 PM
May 5 - 6th Grade Drama Work Day 4:30 - 6:30 PM
May 8 - May 31 CAASPP Testing 3rd- 6th
May 8 - Board Meeting, 6:00 PM
May 9 – Art Fair, 5:00-7:00 PM
TBA – 5th Grade Science Test
May 19 – Track and Field Meet, 4th, 5th, 6th May TBA - 4th Grade Lake Lopez (not an official school trip)
May 31 & June 1 – 6th Grade Play 6:00 PM
May 29 – No School Memorial Day
May 31 – Math Super Bowl 4th, 5th, 6th
June
June 1 - 6th Grade Play (School Showing) 12:15 PM
June 7 - SB Public Library Van 3:30 - 5:00 PM
June 7 – Beach Day
June 8 – Sixth Grade Promotion, 8:30 AM
June 8 – Kindergarten Moving Up, 11:00 AM
June 8 – Last Day of School, Early Dismissal 11:30 PM
June 9 - Staff Development Day
June 5 – Board Meeting, 6:00 PM (LCAP & Budget Public Hearing)
June 12 – Board Meeting, 6:00 PM (LCAP & Budget Adoption)
June 19 – Holiday Juneteenth
July
July 4 – Village 4th Parade
