Diane Prystas, Principal
Kristy Jackson, Assistant Principal
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It feels like we just returned to school and now we are preparing to leave again for the summer. This time of year is always interesting to me, like standing in the doorway as I am leaving and finding closure within one year and then excitedly planning and walking into the year ahead. Below, I’ve highlighted some year-end reminders, and what we know for August 2021:
- This week, students finish the Math portion of the iReady diagnostic assessment
- iReady make-ups begin the week of May 24th
- All library books were due yesterday, May 19th; We’re still accepting your returns!
- Principal’s Meetup/Book Club today at 4:00 PM. Please join us for some Deep Kindness!
- Virtual assemblies continue through June 9, continue to log in on Wednesdays!
Return iPads, Chromebooks, Chargers & Hot Spots - All tech is collected this year!
- K-5 In-Person Learners: Check with your teacher for in-class returns
- 6-8 In-person Learners: June 10, in class
- K-8 Distance Learners: Drive through return, Thursday, June 10, 1:00 - 2:00 PM
- K-8 Distance Learner Option: Return items to the school office, Friday, June 11, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Return Textbooks
- K-8: In Person Learners: Check with your teacher for in-class returns
- K-8: Distance Learners: Drive through return, Thursday, June 10, 1:00 - 2:00 PM
- Textbooks are due to your teachers on or before June 10. No drop off on June 11.
Last Day of School, Thursday, June 10th
- K-5 In-Person Learners: Regular schedule, 8:15 - 12:15
- K, 4, 5 Distance Learners: Check with your teacher for any schedule changes
- 6-8 Blue Cohort: 8:15 - 10:15
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6-8 Yellow Cohort: 10:30 - 12:20
School Year 2021-22
- MAZE Day is Monday, August 9, 2021 (AM/PM session times TBD)
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First day of school is Wednesday, August 18, 2021 (District Calendar)
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Kindergarten: Early Bird/Late Bird Schedule, including Thursday minimum days
- Grades 1-3: 8:15 - 2:20
- Grade 4-8: 8:15 - 2:45
- Grades 1-8: Thursdays are minimum days: 8:15 - 12:45
I will keep you updated as we learn additional dates and procedures for starting the new school year, in person!
With kindness,
Diane
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This Week
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Jog-A-Thon Week | Info
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Thur, May 20, 4:00 pm – Principal's Meetup | Zoom
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Thur, May 20, 7:00 pm – Inclusive Education SEPTAR Event | Info
Next Week
Upcoming
- Mon, May 31 – Memorial Day, No School
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Wed, June 9, 10 am – Roy Cloud 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony | RSVP
- Thur, June 10 – Last Day of School
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Thur, June 10, 3-6 pm – 8th Grade Poolside Grad Party at Elks Lodge | RSVP
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Note: All meetings are virtual |
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Introducing Incoming PTO Officers for 2021-22 |
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Thank you for electing the slate of Roy Cloud PTO officers for the 2021-22 school year! Our incoming officers bring a wealth of experience and fresh perspectives to our PTO leadership and they're looking forward to a great year. After transitioning with current officers, their one-year term will begin on July 1, 2021. |
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President ⚡ Alex Dendy
- Parent to a rising 5th grader
- Previous roles: PTO Vice President, PTO Parliamentarian, School Site Council Member, Room Parent
Vice President ⚡ Priya Shah
- Parent to a rising 3rd grader and 1st grader
- Previous roles: Room Parent, PTO Volunteer
Treasurer ⚡ Leanna Staben
- Parent to a rising 5th grader and incoming kindergartner
- Previous roles: PTO Co-Treasurer, PTO Direct Donations & Auction Co-Chair
VP, Communications ⚡ Ali Oldford
- Parent to a rising 5th grader and two rising 2nd graders
- Previous roles: PTO VP Comms, PTO Art Coordinator, PTO Kinder Liaison, Room Parent
VP, Fundraising ⚡ Tanya Bachniak
- Parent to a rising 5th grader and 1st grader
- Previous roles: PTO Corporate Matching Coordinator, PTO Direct Donations & Auction Co-Chair, Room Parent
VP, Programs ⚡ Erin Levins
- Parent to a rising 3rd grader and incoming kindergartener
- New to Roy Cloud!
Secretary ⚡ Tiffany Gonzales
- Parent to a rising 7th grader
- Previous roles: PTO Secretary, Technology Coordinator, After School Programs Coordinator, Room Parent, PTO Volunteer
Parliamentarian ⚡ Mary Hussey
- Parent to a rising 7th grader and 5th grader
- Previous roles: PTO Secretary, Room Parent, PTO Volunteer
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Calling All Volunteers! The PTO Needs You! |
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With our incoming PTO officers now elected, we're now looking ahead to fill coordinator roles and committee positions to help us start off the next school year on the right foot. Here are just a few of the key roles we're hoping to fill before the summer break:
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Winter Auction & Dinner Dance Committee - Collaborates with committee members to plan the winter event and book the date and venue in advance.
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Garden Science Coordinator - Meets with the garden fellow on a regular basis to discuss needs, helps with purchases, and coordinates garden usage for classes.
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After School Sports Coordinator - Coordinates grade-level sports leagues and team pictures.
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Thunderbolt Coordinator - Proactively plans and solicits content for the weekly Thunderbolt e-newsletter. Partners with the Thunderbolt editor.
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Room Parent Coordinator - Solicits room parents for each classroom and sends communications to room parents.
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Auditor - Audits the financial records of the organization for the fiscal year.
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Don't Miss Tonight's Inclusive Education SEPTAR Event |
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Join Special Education PTA of Redwood City for a special event to shed light on Inclusive Education from a systemic perspective. Hear from special guest, Kevin Schaefer, who works diligently to improve educational outcomes for students with disabilities and provide high quality leadership and support to the California Department of Education and schools throughout the state.
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We are mid-way through our Jog-A-Thon week! Is your student getting those steps in? Have they found all the tiles in one of our three walking-bus routes for our scavenger hunt? This is an event where the whole family can have fun and raise money for Roy Cloud at the same time. Get out there this weekend and show we are Roy Cloud Strong all the way to the finish!
We have already raised over $48,000! Not only have we surpassed our pre-pandemic goal, we are on our way to setting a Jog-A-Thon record! Thank you to all of you and keep collecting pledges for Roy Cloud! Last day to submit a pledge is Sunday, May 23rd.
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Check out who is on the leaderboard! Parodi, Kiefer, and May are neck and neck to the finish line! Who will win? Remember – any class to fundraise $4,000 will win an ice cream party! Dylan P. is still leading the middle school students.
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Thanks to all for your continued support of the PTO and helping make this week a great success!
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8th Grade End-of-Year Activities |
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It's an exciting time of year for our Roy Cloud graduates! 8th grade families are getting lots of updates in their inboxes, so here are some reminders about upcoming activities: |
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Roy Cloud 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
Wed, June 9, 10 am, Roy Cloud Field
8th Grad Poolside Grad Party
Thur, June 10, 3-6 pm, Elks Lodge
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Join a Walkpool to School! |
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Have you enjoyed walking along the walking school bus routes while participating in the Jog-A-Thon scavenger hunt? Have you noticed how easy it is to get these extra steps in without it taking a lot of time away from your busy work day? If you are interested in walking more, but don't want to commit to doing it every day, join a Walkpool! Walk once or twice a week with a group of kids and have other parents walk with your kids on other days. Sign up via our Google form and we will try to match you with families that live nearby so you can walk with them or alternate days. While the current school year is almost over, sign up now to give us a head start on signups for next school year! Let us know if you like walking!
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STEAM UPDATE FROM MS. KWA |
Students recently learned about how animals adapt to their environments. One way they protect themselves is by camouflaging! Can you find what or who they're hiding? Students also expressed their understanding by submitting videos like this.
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A Message for Roy Cloud Families Headed to Woodside High |
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Attending Woodside High School next year? Please join the Class of 2025 Parent Party on October 2, 2021.
Pizza party for the adults! Come explore the world of pizza beyond “plain cheese” in a beautiful Portola Valley backyard setting. We'll enjoy adult beverages and handmade gourmet pizza, mingle with new families from the WHS community, and even play a round of bocce ball if you're game! Hosted by fellow Class of 2025 parents, this is a great opportunity to meet new members of the WHS community.
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October 2, 2021
$50 donation per person
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RCEF and Bravemaker Present La Familia, La Comunidad
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Join the Redwood City Education Foundation (RCEF) for the premiere of mini-documentary La Familia, La Comunidad on May 26th at 6:00 PM to raise funds for three full-time mental health counselors at RCSD's most underserved schools. RCEF and Bravemaker present this film to highlight the resilience of Redwood City families during the pandemic. RSVP or learn more today!
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Redwood City Parks & Rec Summer Camps |
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Redwood City Parks, Recreation & Community Services has released its Summer 2021 Activity Guide and registration is open for a fun lineup of in-person and virtual summer camps for all ages. View the guide and register for camps before they all fill up! |
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Info & Support for RCSD Families |
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Each week, new opportunities are shared within our community to support and engage families in the Redwood City School District. Here are just a few:
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About the Roy Cloud Thunderbolt
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If you are a for-profit program not located at Roy Cloud, please submit to Peachjar instead.
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