Weekly Update: 1/21 – 1/29
Hello TOW Families,
The TOW Talent Show is next Thursday, Jan 28! It’s an entertaining night out for the whole family, even if your student is not performing. Tickets on sale now or available the night of the event (if we don’t sell out!). Act 1 at 5pm showcases grades 1-3 and Act 2 at 7pm features grades 4-5 and Honors Chorus.
PRINCIPAL BLAST
LCAP SURVEY
The goal of the this survey is to gather feedback on the implementation of the district goals and state priorities for the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP). To accomplish this, we are gathering input from all Laguna Beach USD stakeholders. Your participation is critical in this decision-making process, and we appreciate your assistance with this survey.
Survey Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KFPRK9D
For further information about the Laguna Beach Unified School District LCAP, please visit our web page at http://www.lbusd.org/page.cfm?p=506
CHEF CHALLENGE
I need your support to ensure a second victory in a row at the upcoming SchoolPower Chef Challenge. We can’t let Salberg and Herzfeld win! Click on the link above to register and show your love for TOW on Monday at 6:00pm at the Lumberyard Restaurant. Tickets are $95 per person.
TOWN HALL MEETING
As some of you may know, a sober living home has opened on Old Top of the World Drive. It is located just a few houses down from our front entrance. In collaboration with officials from the city of Laguna Beach and Laguna Beach Police Department, we are planning to have an evening town hall meeting on February 2 at TOW to provide parents and community members an opportunity to share concerns. The meeting will be in the MPR from 6 to 7pm.
COINS FOR KENYA
Last week to bring in coins! This project is to raise $15,000 to purchase a wind-solar powered electric generator to provide electricity for Oioolaimutia Elementary School in Maasai Mara, Kenya. Learn more.
DOGS ON CAMPUS
Please remember that dogs are not allowed on campus at any time (and gently remind your neighbors!).
SEMESTER BUS PASS RENEWAL
First semester bus passes will expire on January 29, 2016. Second semester bus passes may be purchased online at www.LBUSD.org under the Department/Transportation tab or at LBUSD Central Office Bldg B (550 Blumont Street) between the hours of 7:30-11:45 AM and 1:00-4:15 PM. Passes ordered online will be available for pick up until 9:00 AM on Wednesday, January 27th. Passes not picked up will then be sent to school site(s) for distribution. Bus Passes purchased at Central Office will be given out when purchased. If you have any questions about Bus Passes, please do not hesitate to contact Teri Holloway at 949-497-7700 Ext 5212. Questions regarding bus route schedules should be directed to Durham Transportation at 949-376-0376.
PTA ANNOUNCEMENTS
TOW TALENT SHOW
Act 1 and Act 2 tickets are now on sale for Thursday’s show! Please read the instructions on the site carefully, especially if you are buying tickets for both Acts.
Performers, the final dress rehearsal is Wednesday at LBHS Artist Theater.
Act 1 (grades 1-3): 3:00 – 4:30pm
Act 2 (grades 4-5): 4.30 – 6:00pm
At this stage, performers should have props, costumes and a polished act. A parent or other adult must accompany each child for the entire duration of the rehearsal. For show times and more, visit towpta.org/talent-show.
GARDEN NEWS
From brassicas to snap peas, learn what’s going on in the TOW Outdoor Classroom! Read Issue 8 of the Friends of the Garden newsletter.
KROC
Kids Run the OC Marathon (KROC) will start on Thursday, February 4th. Registration for KROC is still open! Scholarships available, contact Claudia for more information.
FEBRUARY PTA MEETING
Mark your calendar for Monday, Feb 8 at 7pm as an evening to learn more about the TOW of the future! Jeff Dixon, LBUSD Director of Facilities, will share facilities plan updates for TOW, including the CLC portable replacement project, music building addition, and other planned improvements.
JOG-A-THON SPONSORS
Sponsors needed for TOW’s largest annual fundraiser–the 2016 TOW Jog-A-Thon. Learn more. Sign up as a sponsor online or download the donation letter. Contact jogathon@towpta.org with questions. #RunForItTOW
COMMUNITY INFORMATION
Check the district’s Community Page for additional flyers.
“IN PURSUIT OF A BALANCED FAMILY LIFE”
Local Child & Family Psychologist, Dr. Lori Aleknavicius, speaks about developing a healthy balance for self, children and family on Friday, Jan 29 from 9-11am at the Boys & Girls Club (Canyon Branch). Learn more.
THE WEEK AHEAD
It’s Kindness Challenge week! See below for fun events all week, designed to spread kindness at TOW and beyond.
FRIDAY – JANUARY 22
Talent Show Rehearsal (Grades 4 & 5 only) 2:20pm – until finished (no bus transportation)
MONDAY – JANUARY 25
Decorate the Kindness Collage with your smiling face during both lunches!
After-school classes – meet in classrooms
SchoolPower Chef Challenge – GO CONLON!!!!
TUESDAY – JANUARY 26
Kindness links at both lunches today!
3rd Grade Band Concert with Mr. Hartford – MPR – 1:45pm
After-school classes – meet in classrooms
School board meeting – District Office – 6pm
WEDNESDAY – JANUARY 27
Last day to donate to the “Coins for Kenya” ·
Buy a Care-Gram for a friend during both lunches–to be delivered on Friday. Proceeds to go to Kenya School Fund!
After-school classes – meet in classrooms
Talent Show Final Rehearsal @ LBHS Artist Theater – Act 1 (grades 1-3): 3:00 – 4:30pm, Act 2 (grades 4-5): 4.30 – 6:00pm
THURSDAY – JANUARY 28
Be Kind to Animals Day – bring a blanket to donate to local shelter!
After-school classes – meet in classrooms
Talent Show Act 1 (grades 1-3) @ LBHS Artist Theater – 5pm
Talent Show Act 2 (grades 4-5, Honors Chorus) @ LBHS Artist Theater – 7pm
FRIDAY – JANUARY 29
Flag Assembly – Parents always welcome! – MPR – 8:10am – Wear your TOW t-shirt or hat!
Dr. Lori Aleknavicius – 9-11am – Boys & Girls Club (Canyon)
Dance-a-thon at both lunches today! Raise money for Kenya by purchasing a song to play at lunches.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Feb 2 – Town Hall Meeting – MPR – 6-7pm
Feb 12 – All K early
Feb 15-19 – Mid-Winter Break
If you would like to submit an announcement for the weekly update, please email contact@towpta.org by noon on Tuesday the week(s) prior to your event.
