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Blossom Hill Vision Statement – (Abilities and skills we expect our students to acquire and take-out into the world) All students will have the necessary skills to become enthusiastic, life-long learners and productive, empathetic, respectful members of society.
Blossom Hill Mission Statement – (What we need to do as a school community to ensure this happens) The Blossom Hill School community takes pride in providing an enriched standards-based curriculum in a safe, nurturing environment. We strive to appreciate an awareness of students’ developmental needs to help them progress towards independence.
The BeehiveIssue 30
Blossom Hill School’s Weekly Newsletter 16400 Blossom Hill Road Los Gatos, California 95032 ©2018 Blossom Hill School April 4, 2018 Page 1
IMPORTANT DATES April
4/6 - Spirit Day - Dress in Your Favorite Color(s)
4/9 - 4/13 - Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
4/16 - 4/20 - Honeycomb Clothing Drive
4/16 - Family Wellness Discussion 1:15 - 2:30 pm, Room B3
4/16 - LGUSD Special Board Meeting 6:30 - 8:00 pm, District Office
4/18 - 5th Grade Colonial Day
4/21 - The Hive 6:00 - 11:00 pm, Toll House in Los Gatos See page 3 for details
4/23 - LGUSD Board Meeting 6:30 - 8:00 pm, District Office
4/25 & 4/26 - Honeybee Performances 6:30 - 7:30 pm, MPR
4/26 - Cornerstone Readers Meeting 8:15 - 9:00 am - Flex Room
4/26 - School Site Council 2:45 - 3:45 pm, Library
The Beehive is written exclusively to inform the Blossom Hill community of school information. Articles, information, calendars, etc. may not be duplicated or reprinted in any manner without the permission of the Home and School Club and of the BHS administration.
CHECK IT OUT One Check Form Fun Fridays eScrip H&SC on Facebook LGEF Donation Information
Beehive Submissions - Need an article, event or volunteer request published in The Beehive? Email your school related item on the Friday before the next week’s newsletter. Please submit articles or questions to our Beehive editor at [email protected].
FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK
Dear Blossom Hill Families,
This month our ABC Readers are exploring When Sophie Gets Angry – Really, Really Angry… by Molly Bang. The goals for the students in the accompanying lesson plan developed by Mr. Bolin and delivered to all K-5 classrooms are:
1. Students will identify their feelings and express them in healthy, safe ways. 2. Students will learn to stop and think when emotions are strong. 3. Students will learn that they have personal power over how they respond to strong
emotions, in themselves and others.
As we all know, it is a critical life skill to manage emotions and behaviors in order to get along with others and handle the ups and downs of everyday life. Below are a few suggestions to help your child recognize their emotions and manage their own behavior.
Encourage Self-control Play games that require your child to think before they act. For instance, try Red Light, Green Light. Name a way for them to cross the room or yard (skip, hop, tiptoe). They will have to resist the urge to move unless you give the “Green Light” and make them stop when you say “Red Light.”
You can also tell your child what you expect before heading into situations that are challenging for them. Maybe they tend to put random items in the grocery cart. Describe what you want them to do instead, such as getting permission before taking groceries off a shelf. Then, let them know you noticed this desired behavior when they do what you asked.
Be A Coach Ask questions or make gentle observations and suggestions when your child is frustrated. Say they are upset because they cannot solve a math problem for homework. You could guide them to acknowledge their frustration and recommend that they take some deep breaths, a break, or temporarily switch to another assignment.
You can also talk about how you deal with your own feelings. You might say, “I’m aggravated about this message from the cable company. I’ll call customer service once I have a chance to calm down.”
By collectively recognizing our emotions and feelings, we can validate their origins and work together to share strategies that help us all to lead a happy and rewarding life.
In education together, Lisa Reynolds, Principal
H&SC CALENDAR IS ONLINE!
Did you know that our Home & School Club Calendar in online? Click here to see our Google Calendar, which you can subscribe to: http://hsc.blossomhill.org/hsc-calendar.html
SPIRIT DAY - APRIL 6 Wear your favorite color(s) to school!
What’s the Buzz?Page 2
WEEKLY WISDOM Reminder Spring Break - School will not be in session April 9 - 13 for Spring Break. We will resume our normal schedule on Monday, April 16.
Important School Contact Information Office: 408-335-2100 Attendance: 408-335-2145 Office Hours: 7:30 am - 3:30 pm [email protected] [email protected]
FAMILY WELLNESS Please join us for monthly discussions with Clinical Psychologist, Michal Ramon, regarding family social-emotional wellness at home and at school. Michal is a practicing clinician and has been involved with Project Cornerstone at Blossom Hill for many years. She brings knowledge regarding how to: model and foster prosocial behaviors; teach conflict resolution skills; nurture a sense of community; and generally, navigate a growingly complex and fast-paced society. These elements are also reinforced with students in their classrooms through monthly Project Cornerstone readings and discussions.
All Blossom Hill adults are welcome! Please feel free to bring your younger children if you find yourself interested in attending but do not have childcare.
The last two meetings of the school year will be held on April 16 and May 14 from 1:15 to 2:30 pm in room B3.
Together we help our children blossom!
HONEYCOMB KIDS CLOTHING COLLECTION
April 16 - 20 Who: Community Outreach is collecting gently-used school clothing to donate to Sacred Heart Community Services in San Jose.
What: We want our amazing students to go through their closets and donate clothing they have outgrown or no longer need.
When: April 16 - 20
Where: Buzz on over to the collection boxes near the school office with your donations before and after school.
What's Needed: All sizes of kids clothing shirts, skirts, t-shirts, sweatshirts, pants, etc. Anything that can be worn to school. PLEASE NO SHOES or TOYS.
"A bee may be small, but a hive can make a BIG difference!”
Thank you in advance from Community Outreach. Contact Jeannine Torrecillas at [email protected] with any questions.
GOING, GOING, GONE It’s spring cleaning time! We will be donating the entire Lost and Found to the Honeycomb Kids Clothing Collection. Please, check the lost and found outside the library by this FRIDAY, April 6.
SCHOOL BUS FEASIBILITY STUDY In February, the Town of Los Gatos began a School Bus Feasibility Study. The first parent survey revealed an overwhelming positive response from the community. As a recap, the primary goal of the project is reducing traffic congestion near schools. This work is being conducted in coordination with, but independent from, the schools. To further refine where the service will be offered and what features are most important, in a more in-depth survey is underway. The survey was sent last week to all families in the Los Gatos Union School District. The survey closes April 8, 2018. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey and stay informed. If you have questions contact [email protected].
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Interested in trying something new?
Want to work with a great group of parents?
Look no further, we have several committee chair positions open. We are looking for:
• Beehive Editor • Fun Fridays co-coordinator • Green Team Chair • Spirit Wear Helper • Kindergarten Pottery Liaison • First Grade Pottery Liaison • Second Grade Pottery Liaison • Third grade Pottery Liaison • Fourth grade Pottery Liaison • Fifth Grade Pottery Liaison
Please contact [email protected] if you are interested or want more information.
Bee Informed
Together we help our children blossom!
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The Hive is Heating Up!
Don’t delay! It’s the LAST WEEK to buy tickets for The Hive (held at The Toll House on April 21st). Deadline is THIS Friday, April 6th!
All proceeds benefit Blossom Hill! CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE
$100/person
This Week’s Auction Sneak Peak
*** Parent’s Night Out! *** Who’s in need of a PNO? As in Parents Night Out, folks. We have you covered with some amazing personal chef and restaurant experiences! Bid as a group or host your friends in the comfort of your own home - see below for more info!
1. In-Home Chef’s Dinner- Gourmet Chef and Le Cordon Bleu graduate, Catherine Pla, will demonstrate and prepare a fabulous meal in your home for a party of 10. Includes 6 bottles of wine to get the party started!
2. Rock n’ Roll with Sushi Randi! - Sushi Randy from Sushi [Confidential] will cater a sushi party for up to 20 guests in your home and will provide a hands-on experience that will include demonstration on the art of sushi preparation.
3. Lexington House Mixology Party - Don’t miss this exclusive mixology party for 12 where you get to create a new signature cocktail for the Lexington House menu!
4. Roots & Rye - Night out at one of the most popular restaurants on Santana Row. Whiskey tasting and dinner for a party of 10!
*** It’s All for the Children! *** 1. Private US Air Force Plane Tour for 6 people - A once in a lifetime opportunity - a private tour of Travis Air Force Base! Tour includes
the largest aircraft in the US Military, a C-5M Super Galaxy. 2. Principal for a Day! - Your child can spend their day on May 23rd shadowing Principal Reynolds. Concludes with a special lunch out for
your student and a friend of their choice! 3. VIP Parking for an Entire Year! - No more struggle for parking, parents. Get your own designated parking space right in front of
school!
*** Can't make The Hive but still want to contribute? There are 3 ways to Be A Sponsor! *** 1. For $125 - be a Family Sponsor and purchase a beautiful succulent/air plant centerpiece (click below to see photo). Your family’s
name will be prominently displayed! 2. For $100 - sponsor a teacher’s ticket to attend The Hive. 3. For $25 - purchase a “Giving Tree” item - which helps pay for P.E., Art and much needed school supplies.
CLICK HERE
Bee Informed
Together we help our children blossom!
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The H&SC Thanks This Week’s SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT
ANNUAL COMMUNITY SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM
It’s not too late to bee-come a Community Sponsor! For more information on this program, click HERE or email Debbie Bluestone at [email protected].
MRS. MARTIN’S ART LESSONS Please visit Mrs. Martin’s Art blog at: http://www.mrsmartinartclass.blogspot.com/ for updates on what is happening in your student’s art classroom, student artwork from across the district, and parent child activities that connect to each lesson!
LGUSD Elementary Art Program is funded by LGEF
WE ARE ON FACEBOOK!
To get breaking H&SC news and timely reminders on Facebook, go to http://www.facebook.com/BHHSC or search Blossom Hill Home and School Club and hit LIKE.
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Together we help our children blossom!
BEE InformedIt’s that time of year again to beautify your home. Support the Art Docents of Los Gatos and purchase your mulch during MULCH MADNESS! High quality mulch can be delivered to your home at an excellent price. See below for details. Order any time through June.