Dear Cold Spring Families,
We have so many fun events ahead, and I am excited to share a few highlights with you!
Wednesday Morning Run Club Has Resumed
Our Wednesday Morning Run Club is back! Families are welcome to join us every Wednesday morning from 7:45–8:22 a.m. on the upper field. It is a great way to start the day with movement, energy, and community.
Move-a-thon This Friday
We are getting ready for our Move-a-thon this Friday! Please see the information below for all of the event details. We are also adding something new this year—a fun teacher race that will begin promptly at 12:30 p.m. on the basketball courts. You will not want to miss it, so be sure to arrive on time—it is sure to put a smile on your face!
Foundation Event This Saturday
We are also looking forward to our Foundation event on Saturday. Much gratitude to our Foundation Presidents, Brooke and Patrick Costello, for their leadership and dedication to our school community.
Principal of the Day Raffle
Students often ask how they can become Principal of the Day. This special opportunity is awarded through a random drawing. Tickets can be purchased through the link below, and the winning name will be drawn on Saturday the 18th.
Science Fair and Arbor Day Coming Up
Next week, we are excited for our Science Fair on Wednesday, April 22, followed by our annual Arbor Day celebration on Friday, April 24. This year, our kindergarten students will be planting an orange tree in the garden. Kindergarten parents are warmly invited to join us at 8:30 a.m. for this special celebration.
Santa Barbara Unified Community Input Opportunity
Santa Barbara Unified, our feeder district, asked me to share information regarding the new Armory CTE and Multi-Use Facility Project. They are currently seeking input from the community, and more information is included below.
Spring Sing Events and Illness Protocols
You will also find information below about our upcoming spring sing events as we close out the month of April. In addition, because many of us are fighting the cold that is going around, we are sharing our recently updated illness protocols, which are aligned with Santa Barbara Unified. If you are unsure whether your child should attend school, please take a moment to review them.
In closing, I want to highlight our Chorus students who sang last weekend at Knott's Berry Farm. Congratulations! Thank you, parents, for your continued partnership and support. I hope you enjoy this week’s highlights.
With gratitude,
Dr. Amy Alzina
Join us for the Move-a-thon this Friday!
Our annual Move-a-Thon is happening this Friday, April 17th at 12:30 PM! Parents and grandparents are invited to join us as our students get moving and have fun! This year, we are requesting each student dress in their assigned grade color.
TK - RED
K - ORANGE
IST - YELLOW
2ND - GREEN
3RD - LIGHT BLUE
4TH - DARK BLUE
5TH - PURPLE
6TH - WHITE (PROVIDED)
The class with the most color spirit will win an ice cream party!
Cold Spring Foundation Raffle – Principal for the Day!
Ever wonder what it’s like to lead the No. 1-ranked elementary school in California? Now’s your chance! The winning student will step into Dr. Alzina’s shoes for the day and experience the joy of being Principal for the Day at Cold Spring School.
The day begins with a warm welcome and an official badge before the new "principal" visits every classroom to greet students and connect with teachers. From making school-wide announcements to helping with special projects, this student leader will be front and center, experiencing what it means to inspire a campus. To top off the unforgettable day, the student will join Dr. Alzina for a special off-campus lunch at their favorite local restaurant. It’s a one-of-a-kind leadership experience filled with fun, learning, and Cold Spring pride!
Here's the website to link to purchase:
Raffle closes at 8:00 PM on Saturday, April 18th
6th Grade Presents: CSS Science Fair
Our 6th grade class is sponsoring the Cold Spring School Science Fair on April 22nd at 6:00 PM. All students are welcome and encouraged to participate. Sign-up details were shared by Ms. Edwards via previous ParentSquare messages.
If your child is interested in submitting a project, please be sure to complete the sign-up form by this Friday, April 17th.
Arbor Day Celebration
Check Out Our Updated Illness Protocols
Armory Project Survey and Listening Tour
Santa Barbara Unified invites future families from our partner districts to participate in a series of listening tours to help design the new Armory CTE and Multi-Use Facility. This 4.7-acre site will serve as a premier 21st-century learning hub for students across the region, bridging the gap between school and the local workforce.
As your students prepare for their transition to high school, we want to hear what career pathways and facilities are most important to you. Community feedback is essential to ensuring this project serves generations of students to come.
Listening Tour Dates (6-7:30 p.m.):
April 16: La Colina Junior High
April 21: Goleta Valley Junior High
April 27: La Cumbre Junior High
May 12: Santa Barbara Junior High
