At Santa Rita Elementary School, we foster curious, motivated learners who reach their highest potential in a supportive community that appreciates diversity.
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Wednesday, October 21 - Unity Day
Saturday, October 24 - Witches' Delight
Friday, October 30 - Halloween Parade
Sunday, November 1 - Daylight Saving
Monday, November 2 - PTA General Meeting
Wednesday, November 11 - Veterans Day No School
Wednesday, November 18 - Art Showcase at Covington
November 23 - November 27 - Thanksgiving Break - No School
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I hope you are having a wonderful week so far! One thing I love most about my job is that I get to see your kids doing such great things every single day in every classroom. It’s inspiring to see them persevere and contribute to our community of learners here at Santa Rita. When students are curious and get support in exploring complex ideas, that is when the magic happens.
I mention this because I am off site today visiting my son who is a sophomore at Oregon State. He was given opportunities to engage in inquiry as a young learner and was allowed to struggle through challenges with support. Productive struggle is key to becoming a learner and I love seeing it in action as a young adult and he is doing great!!
Socktober
Second Grade has been working on an Inquiry unit where we learned about Famous Americans and how they made a difference in the world. As a culminating activity, we decided to participate in Socktober. Socktober is an annual nationwide campaign to collect new, clean socks for people experiencing homelessness, poverty, or housing insecurity. Socks are one of the most requested and least donated items in shelters. Clean socks provide not just warmth, but dignity, health, and comfort to our community in need.
How You Can Help:
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Donate new socks: We are collecting new, unused socks of all sizes (infant, kids, adults). Note: Thick, durable, or dark colored athletic/winter socks are especially needed.
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Drop-Off Location: Bring your donations to the office anytime between 10/19 and 10/30.
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Spread the Word: Tell your friends, family, and co-workers to pick up an extra pack to donate on their next visit to the store.
Unity Day is Coming! Wednesday, Oct. 21st
National Unity Day is next Wednesday, Oct. 21st. This day brings awareness to our goal of kindness and inclusive, safe environments for all. We are encouraging everyone- staff, students and families- to wear orange on that day to show that we believe all children matter and that our Santa Rita community is better together.
Have a great weekend!
Kevin
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6th grade and 1st grade big buddies |
Hello SANTA RITA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Families! Your recent photo day portraits are now ready to view/order. To view your child's gallery, use the QR slip your child brought home from picture day. No QR slip, no problem! Visit our Find My Code to obtain your child's gallery code: https://fmc.generationsschoolphotography.com/
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LAEF’s Fall Fundraising Night is on October 27
Can you help make some calls or send some texts to encourage other LASD parents to donate to LAEF this school year? Find out more, sign up, and ask your friends to join you for this good cause! Please make your own donation beforehand.
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Beginning this school year, LASD is introducing a new Volunteer Authorization Process that provides one consistent system for all school volunteers. The new process builds on procedures already in place for certain volunteer roles and aligns with updated California law and district policy.
To make the process as simple as possible, volunteers are grouped into three levels based on the type of volunteer work they perform. Most classroom volunteers who are always under the supervision of an LASD staff member will complete a straightforward application and tuberculosis (TB) risk assessment or testing.
Volunteers who may work independently with students or transport students will complete additional requirements appropriate to those roles.
- An overview of the three volunteer levels
- Information about whether you are considered a visitor or a volunteer
- Step-by-step instructions for each volunteer level
- Links to all required forms and resources
To provide families with plenty of time to complete the new requirements, volunteers will have until December 30, 2026, to complete the authorization process.
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Looking for a fun way to bring our Santa Rita community together while raising money for our school? Community Parties are a great way to do both!
We’re looking for families, friends, and groups to host or co-host a party or fun experience that we can offer as a fundraiser for Santa Rita. You provide the fun, and the PTA will sell tickets to your party to fellow Santa Rita families and community members. The ticket proceeds go directly to supporting our school!
Your party can be anything you’d like — a themed celebration, a casual get-together, a kids’ activity, an adults-only night out, or a family-friendly event. It can be simple and easy to organize or as creative and involved as you’d like. You can host on your own or team up with friends to share the planning and fun.
Some ideas might include:
- 🍕 Pizza or taco night
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- 🎨 Kids’ craft or art party
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- 🎬 Family movie night
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- 🏀 Sports or backyard games
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- 🍷 Adults-only dinner or cocktail party
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- 🎃 Holiday or seasonal celebration
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- 🎲 Game or trivia night
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- 🧁 Baking or cooking party
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- 💃 Dance or themed party
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- 🌟 Or something completely unique!
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The goal is simple: create something people will be excited to attend, while helping raise funds for Santa Rita. The money raised through Community Parties helps the PTA continue funding programs, resources, and enrichment opportunities for our students and teachers.
You don’t need to have a big or elaborate idea — every party makes a difference! Gather some friends, come up with something fun, and help turn a great time into support for our school.
We’d love to have you participate! Submit your party idea through the Community Party form or reach out to the Community Party Committee with any questions. Have fun. Bring people together. Raise money for Santa Rita!
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We are excited to announce our annual LASD Student Art Showcase. This is an opportunity for any student from TK-8th grade to express themselves artistically with our community.
Students are encouraged to submit a piece of artwork in the medium and theme of their choice following the guidelines in the advertisement above. Submissions will be accepted between 10/8 and 11/11, and the LASD Student Art Showcase will be on display at Covington Elementary on November 18th from 5:00-7:00 pm.
This event will be a celebration of student art and local artists, as well as an opportunity to enjoy an evening together as an LASD community.
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The Art Docent training program gives new volunteers everything they need to feel confident bringing art into the classroom. Trainees explore all the art mediums we teach while learning classroom management skills, how to lead engaging discussions, and how to give effective demonstrations.
New Docent Training takes place on Thursday mornings from 8:45–11:30 a.m. starting September 3rd and includes technique, art content, and general program topics. Once training begins, new docents gradually gain classroom experience—assisting in September, co-leading in November and December, and moving into assisting, co-leading, and leading lessons from January through May.
Join us! It’s a wonderful way to learn something new, share your creativity, and make a lasting impact on our students!
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Living Classroom Docent Training
9:30am-12:30pm Mondays 8/31-10/19*
Los Altos School District iLearn Studio
201 Covington Road, Los Altos CA 94024
Living Classroom is seeking volunteers to teach our fun nature-based lessons and help care for our school gardens. No experience necessary as we teach you everything you need to know. Please join us from 9:30am-12:30pm on Mondays 8/31-10/19* at the LASD iLearn Studio to train to become a volunteer docent (*no training on 9/7 - Labor Day). If Mondays don't work for you, please ask about our apprentice-style training option. If you are interested in helping to care for your school garden, please contact Living Classroom Garden Manager, Sandi Elefant. For questions or to RSVP for docent training, please email us at livingclassroom@lasdschools.org or call (650) 947-1103. Check us out at LivingClassroomLASD.org!
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Please access the Peachjar flyer for Santa Rita Community here.
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