Friday, October 28, 2016

10/30/16-11/5/16 Blog Post

A Look at the Weeks Ahead
10/31 No School- Teacher Work Day
11/1   No School- Teacher Work Day
11/2   LiveScan Fingerprinting for volunteers at Stoneridge
11/3   Skate Night - Roller King 6:00-8:00 pm
11/4   Father/Daughter Minute To Win It 6:30-8:30
11/9   PTC Meeting 3:30-4:30
11/11 No School- Veteran's Day
11/14-11/18 Conference Week.  All students K-5 out at 12:30.  All TK 8:30-11:50.

Thank you to all of our acts at the Talent Show!


Parent Teacher Conference Scheduler
As a reminder we use an on-line scheduler to schedule parent teacher conferences. Below are the directions for scheduling your PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCE via our on-line scheduler starting on November 2nd through November 6th. Conference week is Nov. 14th - 18th. Our teachers value this opportunity to have a focused conversation regarding the progress of your child(ren).  Please click on this link for step-by-step instructions to schedule your conference: Online Scheduler
 

4th Grade PLTW


Volunteer Fingerprinting & TB Clearance
Wednesday November 2nd we are hosting Fingerprinting and TB Clearanace at Stoneridge from 5:30-7:30.  This is the LAST site offering FREE fingerprinting & TB clearance.  Starting December 1st ALL volunteers must be fingerprinted and have TB clearance in order to volunteer in the classrooms and at events or go on field trips.

Sites Offering Free LiveScan & TB tests
Volunteer II Application form
TB Clearance Form

Skate Night - Thursday, November 3rd
Our next Skate Night at the Roller King will be held on Thursday, November 3rd from 6:00-8:00 p.m.  Please click here or Pre-order form and to order pizza.  

Father/Daughter - Minute to Win it - Friday, November 4th 
You can still sign up for the Father/Daughter Minute to Win It!  There is only a limited supply of extra headbands for the girls but if you would like to order one and/or a Stoneridge hat you still can but they will not arrive in time for the event. You can also pay at the door on the night of the event. Click on this link to register:  Father/Daughter form


We have a garden!

Community Events:
- Support current and former Stoneridge students of the Oakmont Jr. Vikings as they play in the Regional playoffs this weekend.  For more info click here .
- Eich Crab Feed is Feb. 25th - please click here for more information and here for tickets


YP
A reminder we are participating in YP℠ for Schools program again this year!
Last year we raised $7,000 and we can still earn $3,000 more this year.
How It Works:

By reviewing local businesses on yp.com and through the YP℠ app, we collect points that translate into donations for Stoneridge. The more you write and the more photos you share, the more points you collect and the more funds we raise.

You can get started today:

It’s as easy as 1-2-3…
1 - Sign up at http://ow.ly/WLQMz
2 – Share your opinions about local businesses on yp.com or using the YP app.
3 – Each review translates into points that count towards funds that
will benefit Stoneridge.

You can also text Stoneridge to 99000 and download the app on your phone.



Mr. Blom read Spoon to all classes on Monday.  Ask your children what they learned from this great story!


Interesting Articles We Read

8 Great Education Podcasts for Kids
Let's Teach for Mastery, Not Test Scores- Sal Khan Ted Talk Video
What is Restorative Justice- Edutopia

Friday, October 21, 2016

10/23/16-10/29/16 Blog Post

A Look at the Weeks Ahead
10/24  Responsibility Character Assembly- Dress as a Super Hero
10/26  Picture Retake/Makeup Day
10/27  Talent Show 6pm-8pm
10/28  Harvest Parade 11:10-11:40
10/31 No School- Teacher Work Day
11/1   No School- Teacher Work Day
11/2   LiveScan Fingerprinting for volunteers at Stoneridge
11/3   Skate Night - Roller King 6:00-8:00 pm
11/4   Father/Daughter Minute To Win It

1st Ever Glow in the Dark Dance Party


Thank you!
We would like to thank everyone one more time for a successful Jog-a-Thon!  We had our first ever Glow in the Dark Dance Party and it was a great time!  Thank you to Mindy Stieber and all of her volunteers.  We exceeded our goal thanks to all of your generous donations.  Thank you again for supporting our school and students!

4th Grade Field Trip to the State Capitol

Retake Picture Day
Wednesday, October 26th is our Retake Picture day.  This is for any student who missed our Picture Day, new students who started after Sept. 21st, or students who would like to retake their pictures.  If you would like a retake just return the picture package you received back to school.

PE News
The October timed runs (2nd & 3rd grades half mile and 4th & 5th grades mile) are posted on the PE webpage just click on this link for information.  The PE website is a great resource to see what your child is doing in PE, view the PE schedule, etc.:   PE With Gumby

Harvest Parade
We will have our annual Harvest Parade on Friday, October 28th!

The parade will take place out on the blacktop at 11:10-11:40. No masks, face paint or accessories with costumes (i.e. fake swords, etc.). Students must be able to sit at their desks and function in a classroom atmosphere. Of course, our greatest concern is for the safety of our students. Therefore, please closely supervise your child’s costume choice. Parents are welcome to come watch the parade!

Learning about Elements and Matter in 3rd Grade Science Docent Lesson


Volunteer Fingerprinting & TB Clearance
Starting December 1st ALL volunteers must be fingerprinted and have TB clearance in order to volunteer in the classrooms and events or go on field trips.  The Roseville City School District is offering FREE live scan and TB clearance. Stoneridge is not scheduled until November 2nd.
Sites Offering Free LiveScan & TB tests
Volunteer II Application form
TB Clearance Form


Writer's workshop in Kindergarten

Yellow Pages
A reminder we are participating in YP℠ for Schools program again this year!
Last year we raised $7,000 and we can still earn $3,000 more this year.
How It Works:

By reviewing local businesses on yp.com and through the YP℠ app, we collect points that translate into donations for Stoneridge. The more you write and the more photos you share, the more points you collect and the more funds we raise.

You can get started today:

It’s as easy as 1-2-3…
1 - Sign up at http://ow.ly/WLQMz
2 – Share your opinions about local businesses on yp.com or using the YP app.
3 – Each review translates into points that count towards funds that
will benefit Stoneridge.

You can also text Stoneridge to 99000 and download the app on your phone.
Learning about composer John Williams in Music
Save the Date- Stoneridge PTC's 2nd Annual Casino Night on Friday, March 10th.

Donating to Casino Night is a great way to support Stoneridge's art programs!
We are actively seeking donations for our live and silent auctions. Airline miles, weekend getaways, unique experiences, etc... Please contact Sarah Dorn at sarahkdorn@gmail.com or 425-591-7569, no item is too big or too small!

PE fun for our Kinder students

Interesting Articles We Read or Videos We Watched

Friday, October 14, 2016

10/16/16-10/22/16 Blog Post

A Look at the Weeks Ahead
10/20  Chick-Fil-A Spirit Night 5:00-8:00 p.m.
10/21  Dance Party Grades 3-5 10:00-10:20, Grades TK-2 10:25-10:45
10/24  Responsibility Character Assembly- Dress as a Super Hero
10/26  Picture Retake/Makeup Day
10/27  Talent Show 6pm-8pm
10/28  Harvest Parade 11:15-11:45
10/31 No School- Teacher Work Day
11/1   No School- Teacher Work Day
11/4    SAVE THE DATE - Father/Daughter Minute To Win It

Fun in the library

Father Daughter Minute to Win It - PreOrder Forms Due October 17th
The Father Daughter event this year will be Minute to Win It!  The event is on November 4th.  There will be games, raffle prizes, snacks & lots of fun!  Click here for the preorder form and more information about the event.  Pre-orders are due by 10/17/16 in order to guarantee delivery of headband (for girls) and hat (for Dads) before the event.  You can also order at http://www.stoneridgeshop.com/father-daughter.




Second grade science docent lesson. Learning about motion through catapults and gears.


Volunteer Fingerprinting & TB Clearance
Starting December 1st ALL volunteers must be fingerprinted and have TB clearance in order to volunteer in the classrooms and events or go on field trips.  The Roseville City School District is offering FREE live scan and TB clearance. Stoneridge is not scheduled until November 2nd.
Sites Offering Free LiveScan & TB tests
Volunteer II Application form
TB Clearance Form

New art by the office.

Minecraft
Minecraft class is before school from 7:40-8:35am on Tuesday mornings or 3:15-4:10pm on Thursdays.  Classes will start on 10/25/16 and 10/27/16.  You can register starting at 8:00 pm on Monday October 17th.  Register at http://www.stoneridgeshop.com/minecraft/minecraft-class (link will not be live until 8pm on Monday night).

3rd grade PLTW 
Community Events and Activities
Walk to School Newsletter
Turkey Drive - Placer Food Bank
Hotshots Basketball


Interesting Articles We Read or Videos We Watched
How Google Is Schooling Apple And Microsoft In The Battle For America's Classrooms- Fast Company
Stop Homework Insanity and Let Kids Be Kids- Eric Sheninger Blog
Why Math Education in the U.S. Doesn't Add Up- Scientific American by Jo Boaler and Pablo Zoido

Friday, October 7, 2016

10/9/16-10/15/16 Blog Post


A Look at the Weeks Ahead
10/11 Talent show auditions for students
10/12 Talent show auditions for students, PTC Meeting 3:30-4:30.
           We will stream the PTC Meeting on the RCSD Stoneridge facebook page.
10/13  Volunteer Fingerprinting & TB Clearance at Eich Middle School
             5:30-7:30 pm  (Stoneridge parents can attend!)
10/13  Stoneridge Neighborhood Association meeting in the Multi 7pm
10/14  Last day for Jog Donations
10/20  Chick-Fil-A Spirit Night 5:00-8:00 p.m.
10/21  Dance Party Grades 3-5 10:00-10:20, Grades TK-2 10:25-10:45
10/24  Responsibility Character Assembly- Dress as a Super Hero
10/26  Picture Retake/Makeup Day
10/27  Talent Show 6pm-8pm
10/28  Harvest Parade 11:15-11:45
11/4    SAVE THE DATE - Father/Daughter Minute To Win It

5th Grade Project Lead the Way Robots


Jog Donations Due by October 14th!
A reminder that you have until Friday October 14th to get those donations in!  Thank you to those who have already donated.  Students that donate at least $20 get glow in the dark bracelets and necklaces and will run through the teacher tunnel at our first Glow in the Dark Dance party!


Jog Donations Video

Father Daughter Minute to Win It - November 4th
The Father Daughter event this year will be Minute to Win It!  There will be games, raffle prizes, snacks & lots of fun!  Click here for the preorder form and more information about the event.  Pre-orders are due by 10/17/16 in order to guarantee delivery of headband (for girls) and hat (for Dads) before the event.

Volunteer Fingerprinting & TB Clearance
Starting December 1st ALL volunteers must be fingerprinted and have TB clearance in order to volunteer in the classrooms and events or go on field trips.  The Roseville City School District is offering FREE live scan and TB clearance. Stoneridge is not scheduled until November 2nd -  Eich Middle school will be hosting their event on Thursday, October 13th from 5:30-7:30 p.m.   Stoneridge volunteers can go to Eich (or any school) to have their clearance done.

Neighborhood Association Meeting
The Stoneridge Neighborhood Association will be having a meeting at 7pm in the Multi.  The main topic for the meeting will be about Measure D which will be on the November ballot for Roseville. Visit the Stoneridge Neighborhood Association website for more information http://sna.rcona.com/



Stoneridge Literary Society Lunch on Friday