Principal’s Message Dear Family and Friends of PDMSS,

Whenyouthinkof-ieldtripswhatcomestomind?Doyouenvisionmuseums,parks,maybethearts?Welloverthepastfewweeksour-ifthgradestudentshaveparticipatedinauniquetypeof-ieldtrip.Oneaimedatchangingattitudesandofferingauniqueexperience.It’sentitledShane’sInspiration.Shane’sInspirationisaninteractiveexperiencewhereatypicallyableclassispairedwithaspecial‐needsclassforadayofintegratedplay.Ourstudentstraveledtoaplaygroundwithequipmentthathasbeenspeciallydesignedtobeaccessibletochildrenwithavarietyofdisabilities.Whentheyarrivedtheywereintroducedtotheirbuddyfortheday.Theyplayed,hadlunchtogether,andthoroughlyenjoyedthemselves.Whentheyreturnedthestudentswereaskedtowriteessaysabouttheirexperiences.Allofthemsaidtheyenjoyedthemselves

andthatitfeltgoodtospendtimewiththeirnewfriends.Herearesomewonderfulquotesfromafewofthoseessays.“Wehadalotincommon.Webothlikedtoplay,webothlikedtoplaymusic,webothlikedtohaveagreattimeandwebothlikedtolaugh.”Max“Kidswithdisabilitiesarejudgedbecausetheyareinwheelchairs,walking,sticks,orhavecrutchesbutIhavelearnedfromthisthatweshouldtreatthemwithequalrespectasyouwouldtreatyourfriends.”Ryan

“Itletmeknowthatwhenwearearoundpeoplelikethatwedon’thavetofeelawkwardorstrangearoundthem.Theyarenotreallydifferentinanyway.”Olivia“Ilearnedsomuch,likekidswithdisabilitiesaren’tsodifferentthanus.”Katie“Ithinkthattheexperiencehaschangedmebyseeingthateveryoneisunique.”Emilia“Theyarealloneofus,theyarenodifferentfromus,andweareallone.”JulietteWisewords.Thiswasawonderful-ieldtrip!WearehopingthatShane’s

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Shane’s Inspiration!

TOGETHER WE MAKE A DIFFERENCEFEBRUARY 16, 2013

PDMSS CARING COMMUNITY NEWS

This Week’s FlyersKindergarten Round-Up #1MHS Parent Orientation Meeting #2Marine Science Dinner Invitation #3Auction Items Information and Forms #4-#7First Annual Math Night #8Honorary Service Awards #9- #10We The People #11Science Night at MHS #12Westside Children’s Chorus #13City of Malibu Press Releases #14 & #15

CALENDAR

Monday, Feb. 18th No School President’s Day

Celebrate Black History Month Learn about African-American Inventors During Morning Assemblies

Wednesday, Feb. 20th Kindergarten Round Up 8:45 - 11:00

Thursday, Feb. 21st Malibu Labor Exchange 4th Grade

Friday, Feb. 22nd Spirit Wear Day!

UPCOMING EVENTS

Wednesday, Feb. 27th Malibu High School Parent Information Meeting 8:30a.m. PDMSS Library

Friday, March 1st Read Across America Day Come to school in your pajamas and read all day!!!

Saturday March 2nd Marine Science Dinner 6:00p.m. Duke’s

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Important PTA News!

The 2013 Honorary Service

Awards luncheon will take

place on Friday, May 3rd.

Please read the explanation

for the awards in the flyers

below. If there is someone

you would like to have

considered for one of these

awards, please fill out a

nomination form and drop it

in Susan Booker’s mailbox in

the front office. A list of

former HSA honorees will be

posted in the front office

(along with extra forms). The

deadline for all nominations is

Monday, March 4th.

Principal’sMessageCont.

Inspirationexpandstheirprogramandthatmoreofourstudentswillbeabletoparticipatenextyear.Afewreminders…KindergartenRoundUpisthisWednesday.Thoseofyouwhohavegraciouslyvolunteeredtohelp,thankyouinadvanceforgivingofyourtime.TheMarineScienceDinnerisonMarch2nd.Gotothe-lyerbelowandclickonthelinktopurchaseyourtickets.Andcheckoutthe-lyeraboutour-irstannualFamilyMathNightScheduledforMarch14th.Enjoythethree‐dayweekendandI’llseeyouallonTuesday.

Remember…mydoorisalwaysopen.

Withwarmregards,

RebeccaJohnsonPrincipal

Safety Reminder!

When picking up

students on Grayfox

remember that the

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may not cross the

street without an

adult, and that

making u-turns is

unsafe!

Thank You!

Shane’s

Inspiration

You and your child are cordially invited to attend our

6955 Fernhill Drive, Malibu CA 90265

WE’RE GETTING READY FOR A NEW SCHOOL YEAR!

RSVP to the school office 310.457.9370 ext 78-200RSVP to the school office 310.457.9370 ext 78-200

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MARINE SCIENCE SCHOOLMARINE SCIENCE SCHOOL

February 20, 2013

This event is an opportunity for you and your child to experience the excellence that is Point Dume Marine Science School. Learn about our Kindergarten program and the enrollment steps for the 2013/14 school year.

Meet our staff and explore our kindergarten classrooms. Join our Q & A withPDMSS parents. Tour our campus and see our programs in action.

8:45 - 11:00am

• Marine Science Lab • Computer Lab • Organic Vegetable Gardens • Art Program • Music Program• After School Programs • Monarch Butterfly Program ...and much more

SAVE THE DATE

WHO All 4th and 5th grade parents WHAT Hear about Malibu High School WHEN Wednesday, February 27th at 8:30 a.m. WHERE Point Dume Library WHY To gain more information about MHS through the voices of current students, parents, and staff and by asking questions

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Sporting EventsConcert TicketsVacation Homes Luxury Hotel StaysVIP Show TapingPersonal

ChefRestaurantsVintage WineJewelryClothing Spa

PackagesSurf iPadsiPodsGo Pro Hero

CamerasVideo GamesLessonsFun

Enrichment Experiences

WEDNESDAY February 25th

INSTRUCTIONAL AIDESMUSIC SCIENCEARTTECHNOLOGY All Money Raised Will Go DIRECTLY to PDMSS

and Will Help Fund These Programs for THIS SCHOOL YEAR

Turn All Items into the Office or Contact

DUE DATE

2013 Marine Science Dinner

Auction Wish List The Marine Science Dinner Auction Committee would like to acquire auction items that are unique and not easily accessible to the general public. Our ability to offer these one­of­a kind items inspires generous bidding and results in more resources for PDMSS students. Please help us find the items that will increase the excitement and success of this year’s auction! Tickets to LA Arts and Entertainment Events Floor Seats for a Laker/Clipper game Round of Golf at a Country Club Staples Center Suite for an evening Unique Entertainment Industry

Opportunities Concert and Movie Tickets Travel Luxury Hotel Stays Airline Tickets or Frequent Flyer Miles Vacation Home for a week Cruises Use of Private Jet, Helicopter or Yacht Celebrity Items Entertainment Memorabilia VIP Tickets to Show Taping Visit to a Working Set Walk­on Part Lunch or Dinner with a Star or Teen Idol Party with a Celebrity of Prominent

Figure (athlete, author or musician) Lessons from a Professional Athlete or

Musician Luxury Items Jewelry Designer Clothes and Handbags Special Occasions Limousine Services VIP Admission to Private Clubs Unique items or Events for a Child’s

Birthday Party

Food, Wines, Cooking, and Dining Experiences Catered Meals or Parties Chef for an Evening Gourmet Food and Wine Items Vintage Wine, Champagne and Spirits Special Experiences Academy Awards Tickets Grammy Awards Tickets Emmy Awards Tickets American Music Awards Tickets Country Music Awards Tickets Billboard Music Awards Tickets Tickets to Popular Shows (e.g. American

Idol, Dancing with the Stars, etc.) VIP tickets with backstage passes or

other perks Spa Packages Green Consulting for the Home Opportunities for Kids Chance to be a Ball Boy/Girl at a

Sporting Event Join a Celebrity on a set for the day Guest DJ on a Radio Station Lessons or Enrichment Experiences Electronics and Sports Sports Memorabilia Video Game Consoles and Games iPads, iPhones and iPods Flat Screen TV’s and Blu­Ray Players Home Entertainment Systems Laptops and Tablet PC’s Digital and Video Cameras, GoPro Hero

Adventure Cameras and Accessories

     January 29, 2013  

We are writing to you on behalf of the students and faculty of Point Dume Marine Science Elementary School. On March 2, 2013, we will be having our sixteenth annual Marine Science Dinner, which benefits our PTA funded programs and Marine Science Lab. The event will be held at Duke’s Restaurant in Malibu.   

We are seeking donations for both our silent and live auctions. A large portion of the revenue raised at this event each year is from the auctions. We would also appreciate your consideration of the various advertisement and sponsorship opportunities that are available. We are a 501(c)(3) non‐profit organization (Tax ID #23‐7010618). Donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.  

In these days of ever decreasing, and extremely limited funding for public education, our PTA must look to its business neighbors, families, and friends to support the programs which heavily supplement school curriculum. Malibu is a small and tightly knit community. Our families support local businesses on a daily basis. Your name associated with this event will demonstrate your support of our school and commitment to our children. Your donation will help to fund all of the programs that our PTA now pays for including art, music, science, library books, classroom instructional aides, field trips, assemblies, and so much more. The Marine Science Dinner is our largest fundraising event of the year and we sincerely hope that you will join us in supporting educational opportunities for the children of our community.    

Thank you for your consideration, commitment, and generosity. Please don’t hesitate to contact any of us with questions or if you’d like additional information.  Warmly,   2013 Marine Science Dinner Chairpersons,  

Nanette McNulty        310‐951‐3616  nanette@mcnultylaw.com 3rd V.P. Fundraising 

 Michelle Bernadou‐Russo    805‐509‐2955  michelle@ptdumepta.org PTA President 

       

Point Dume Marine Science School  6955 Fernhill Drive  Malibu, CA  90265  tel: 310.457.9370  fax: 310.457.8064 

 

 DONOR FORM 

Point Dume Marine Science School PTA 2013 Marine Science Dinner 

March 2nd 2013  

 

  DONOR NAME:                      _______  

COMPANY:                          

TITLE:                            

ADDRESS:                          

CITY/ST/ZIP:                          

TELEPHONE:            EMAIL:              

 DONATION DECRIPTION FOR AUCTION ITEM (or we will write one) 

                                                                                                                                                                   

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS/RESTRICTIONS                                                                                  

 

 PDMSS PTA is a 501c3 organization, Tax ID# 23‐7010618 

 

ESTIMATED VALUE: $        EXPIRATION DATE:        _______  

SIGNATURE:_______            DATE:            

PLEASE CHECK ONE:    DONATION ENCLOSED   TO BE DELIVERED         TO BE PICKED UP    PLEASE CREATE CERTIFICATE 

 

    

Please ATTACH this form to the auction item and either: 1) Turn into the front office, 2) Fax to 310‐457‐8064, or 3) Arrange pick‐up/delivery with event chairpersons:   

 or 

  

PLEASE TURN IN ALL AUCTION ITEMS BY FEBRURARY 25TH, 2013 

Nanette McNulty 310‐951‐3616 nanette@mcnultylaw.com  

Michelle Bernadou‐Russo 805‐509‐2955 michelle@ptdumepta.org 

ANNOUNCING OUR FIRST ANNUAL

FAMILY MATH NIGHT!MARCH 14TH

Save the date and be sure to join us! PDMSS families RSVP to Michelle Bernadou at michelle@pdpta.org

by March 7th.

Come with your entire family for a night of pizza and math games fun!

We start the evening with a pizza dinner at 5:00p.m. Pizza will be on sale for $1 a slice.

Then you’ll enjoy a night of fun with teachers leading activities involving Math concepts and

strategies.

There will be engaging games for students and their entire family!

Honorary Service Awards The following awards may be given in any order to a recipient. Newcomer Award Given to an individual who is new to the school. Otter Award Given to an individual for their service. Very Special Person (VSP) Award Given by individuals or PTA constituent organizations to recognize an individual or group. No certificate available. Honorary Service Award (HSA) Given to an individual or organization in special recognition of outstanding service to children and youth. Continuing Service Award (CSA) Given to an individual or organization in special recognition of ongoing or longtime service to children and youth. Recipient may or may not have received a California State PTA Honorary Service Award. Golden Oak Service Award California’s most prestigious PTA award, given to an individual or organization that has made significant contributions to the welfare of children and youth in a school or community. Donations Donations may be given in any amount by PTAs/PTSAs or by individuals in tribute to a person, a group or in memoriam. An acknowledgment card or certificate, as requested, will be sent when a donation of $10 or more is made. Honorary Service Awards (HSA) are available to recognize the service and dedication of both individuals and organizations. Funds contributed to the Honorary Service Award Program provide resources for the California State PTA Scholarship and Grant Program.

Mark your calendar!

Welcome all Malibu students in grades 4-8 and their parents!

Wednesday, March 13th at

Malibu High School

5:30 Refreshments and registration 6:00 Guest Scientist Demonstration in the Old Gym

6:45 Breakout Session 1 7:30 Breakout Session 2

Sessions will be led by Malibu High School students and Pepperdine professors and

students!

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Allegro Music Foundation proudly presents a new youth chorus in our community

This is your invitation to become a charter member of the

Westside Children's Chorus

an exciting new performance opportunity for children ages 6 through 18

Ann Pittel, Director

AUDITIONS will be held by appointment at

CORNERSTONE MUSIC CONSERVATORY 12121 W. Pico Blvd. at Bundy Drive in West LA

Westside Children’s Chorus Inaugural Spring Session 2013

MONDAYS Ages 6-10 / 5:00 – 6:30 Ages 11-18 / 6:45 – 8:45

$350 ($300 for Cornerstone Student Members) SOME SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE

Call now for more information or audition appointment 310-820-1620 WESTSIDE CHILDREN’S CHORUS is under the auspices of the Allegro Music Foundation, A California Non-Profit Corporation

City of Malibu News 23825 Stuart Ranch Road ! Malibu, California ! 90265-4861

Phone (310) 456-2489 ! Fax (310) 456-3356 ! www.malibucity.org

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 14, 2013 Contact: Leanna Parish, Recreation Coordinator (310) 456-2489 ext. 358 lparish@malibucity.org

Free Taekwondo Workshops Two one-day workshops teach youths the discipline and culture of Taekwondo.

Malibu, California – The City of Malibu Parks and Recreation Department is offering two free one-day workshops of Taekwondo in the Michael Landon Center at Malibu Bluffs Park on Monday, February 25 and Wednesday, February 27 at 4 p.m. for children ages 7-17. Workshop attendees will learn discipline, self-respect and sparring techniques, as well as basic Korean and Chinese vocabulary. Instructor Sean Yee is the head coach of Pepperdine University’s Taekwondo Sports Club. He also teaches Olympic-style Taekwondo, self-defense and the Korean and Chinese languages. More information can be obtained by calling the Parks and Recreation Department at (310) 317-1364 or by visiting www.malibucity.org.

The City of Malibu was incorporated on March 28, 1991. Located in Northwest Los Angeles County, the City has 21 miles of coastline along the Pacific Ocean and a population of 12,645.

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City of Malibu News 23825 Stuart Ranch Road ! Malibu, California ! 90265-4861

Phone (310) 456-2489 ! Fax (310) 456-3356 ! www.malibucity.org

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 12, 2013 Contact: Kristin Riesgo, Recreation Supervisor (310) 456-2489 ext. 350 kriesgo@malibucity.org

City Presents Carnival of Arrows

The Feb. 22 event features an outdoor movie and games at Bluffs Park.

Malibu, California – The City of Malibu’s Harry Barovsky Memorial Youth Commission will proudly host “Carnival of Arrows,” a post Valentine’s Day outdoor movie night, at Malibu Bluffs Park on Friday, February 22, 2013. The event kicks off at 5 p.m. with carnival games to win prizes and raffle tickets for a grand prize, followed by a movie screening of Something Borrowed at 5:30 p.m. Movie admission and games are free.

Movie watchers should bring blankets and chairs. Food and drinks will be available for a small fee.

More information can be obtained by calling (310) 317-1364 or by visiting www.malibucity.org

The City of Malibu was incorporated on March 28, 1991. Located in Northwest Los Angeles County, the City has 21 miles of coastline along the Pacific Ocean and a population of 12,645.

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