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MRS. BRECKENRIDGE
Thinking Maps You may hear your child come home and tell you that he/she has to make a Thinking Map as part of their homework or project. Thinking Maps are a way to take ideas and organize them into useful and useable information. There are 8 maps that are each used for a unique purpose. Here’s a brief explanation of each map.
Circle Map: defines in context Bubble Map: describes qualities Tree Map: classifying Brace Map: part to whole Flow Map: sequencing Multi-Flow Map: cause and effect Double Bubble Map: compare & contrast Bridge Map: seeing analogies
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Schroeder Elementary School A California Distinguished School |
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News and Updates |
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Thinking Maps in the classroom. |
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PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE - |
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Dear Kindergarten Parents,
Welcome to Schroeder. I am delighted that your child is coming to our school. Our kindergarten and preppie kindergarten programs are outstanding and you will be impressed with student growth as your child completes his/her kindergarten year. Kindergartners do mature quickly. I have an open door policy with all parents. If you have a concern or question please do not hesitate to ask. There will be a kindergarten meet and greet on Tuesday, September 6, 2011 at 3:30 PM at Schroeder. At that time, you will have an opportunity to meet your child’s teacher, see the classroom, and ask questions. The first day of school is Wednesday, September 7, 2011, from 8:15 – 1:25. Our kindergarten schedule is 8:30 – 2:35 on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Our Wednesday and modified day schedule is 8:15 – 1:25. Children will have a 20 minute recess and 50 minute lunch every day. PE is usually scheduled in the afternoons to give children a chance to move around and be active. Parent participation is strong at Schroeder. We believe that parent involvement is crucial to student success. I encourage you to get involved with our PTA, volunteer in the classroom, or serve on the School Site Council. Being an active participant in our school helps you and your child build community with us! I am looking forward to meeting each and every one of you on September 6th. Again, welcome to Schroeder.
Sincerely,
Kim Breckenridge Principal |
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Cartridges 4 Kids!
Cartridges for Kids is a year-round recycling program that pays Schroeder CA$H for empty inkjet, laser cartridges, used cell phones, laptops, PDA's, iPods, DVD's, Digital Cameras, Video Games and Consoles! The collection box is located in the office. It's easy to turn your trash into CA$H! The money that is earned as a result of this recycling program helps with student programs, student activities, etc.
Thank you in advance for your support!
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Schroeder Pick-up and Drop-off Procedures
Based on the results of our parent survey, student safety remains a concern, especially during student pick-up and drop-off times. As we start the 2011-2012 school year, we will implement some new safety procedures. Your patience and cooperation are greatly appreciated during this time of transition.
General Plan: 1. We will have 2 lanes of traffic. The outside lane, marked #2 below, is drive through only. Please stop at the stop sign at the cross walk to allow families to walk to the parking lot. 2. Lane #1 is for pick-up and drop-off only. There will be no parking or waiting for children to get out. Please pull all the way forward, stop, and load/unload your child. 3. Children will enter and exit cars on the right (passenger) side only. This is the exit closest to the curb. 4. If a child is not prepared to enter/exit the vehicle by the time it reaches the loading zone, the driver will continue out of the driveway and may circle around and reenter the parking lot. 5. Remember red curbs are no parking or stopping zones. 6. The semicircular driveway is for buses only. Do no drive through or park in the driveway.
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THREE FOR ME PROGRAM We are very excited to continue our “Three for Me Program”. This is a PTA sponsored program that recognizes the efforts of our volunteers. As three hours of volunteering are completed, your name will be put on the MPR window as one of our “Shining Stars” and your child’s name will be featured in the monthly newsletter (each child will only be listed once). These hours can be completed many different ways: helping in the classroom, taking home projects from teachers, copying, helping with guided reading or other school programs, assisting with PTA events, baking for hospitality and so much more. All you have to do is volunteer three hours and make sure you sign in and out in the volunteer book located in the front office. Thank you for all of your help in making Schroeder the absolute Best!
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PTA |
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“In all my work what I try to say is that as human beings we are more alike than we are unalike.” - Maya Angelou |
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Office: 714-894-7268 Fax: 714-379-5861 |
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PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE - MRS. BRECKENRIDGE Congratulations to Daniel Lopez-Salgado Schroeder’s Every Student Succeeding Award Winner
Daniel is being honored for doing well, working hard, and demanding the best of himself no matter what. Keep up the good work Daniel! |
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Calling All Kindergarteners!
Kindergarten information night is Wednesday, Feb. 29th at 6:30 PM in the multi-purpose room. This is your chance to learn about kindergarten at Schroeder Elementary. You will hear about the Preppie Kindergarten and Academic Kindergarten programs, as well as the new laws that change enrollment procedures. The kindergarten teachers will be there to answer questions and you will receive information about registration. Tell your friends and neighbors. Kindergarten registration will begin on Wednesday, March 7th with a round-up from 8AM – 11 AM in the multi-purpose room. |
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Annie, The Musical
Come see some of the Schroeder students in a production of Annie! The play includes actors and actresses from several schools in the Westminster School District. You won’t want to miss this incredible play. Showtimes at Stacey Middle School are Thursday, Feb. 2nd at 7 PM, Friday, Feb. 3rd at 7 PM, and Saturday, Feb. 4th at 1 PM and 7 PM. Tickets cost $10 each for adults, $6.00 for students, and $3 each for ASB members. Concessions will also be sold at each performance. The money raised goes back to support the Stacey Drama program.
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE - STEPHEN GILLETT
Hello Mustang Families! We are off and running again. Everyone seems to be working so hard around the school, the teachers, students, parents…thank you! Don't forget to turn in your Fresh and Easy receipts before January 31. I look forward to seeing everyone at Book Bingo on January 31. Also, coming in May we have our ball drop again and book fair starting March 12. We are always looking for parents to help with our activities. Please let myself or anyone on the PTA know if you are interested in lending a helping hand. We need as many hands as we can get. Thanks and have a great month! |
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No School – Jan. 16 – Martin Luther King Day No School – Jan. 23 – Furlough Day
Other upcoming dates Jan. 9 – Matisse Art Assembly Jan. 9 – 3 PM School Site Council Jan. 10 – 6 PM 6th Grade Camp Meeting Jan. 10 – 7 PM PTA Board Meeting Jan. 17 – BJs Dining Day Jan. 19 – 8:30 AM & 6:30 PM Preventing child Abduction Presentation Jan. 26 – Arithmatickles Math Assembly Jan. 31 – PTA Family Night - Bingo
Congratulations Mr. Dave McGovern Westminster School District’s Classified Employee of the Year |