Principal's News
ADVISORY meets every Thursday: The focus of our advisory time revolves around the big idea, Who am I and who do I want to be?. To kick off the year, we have spent time exploring ‘Self Identity’ to celebrate the individuality and differences within our community. Students also had the opportunity to watch some inspirational TEDx talks to think about their story and reflect upon:
- What is your story?
- What is the story you tell yourself?
- What is the story you tell the world?
We are also doing a school wide read along as a part of our advisory curriculum. We are currently reading The Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus by Dusti Bowling. Ask your child to tell you a bit more about Aven (the main character of the story).
Halloween Guidelines
At TL Halloween is about school spirit and unity.
The Halloween tradition can bring back many memories from childhood. While themes change, the fun and creativity around making costumes remains constant. Often, it's groups of people who have been marginalized that become the genesis for costumes.
Our goal is to celebrate Halloween in a way that feels respectful for all, please follow this central guideline:
- Full face covering masks and weapons are not permitted at TL during the school day
- Avoid costumes that portray blood and gore
- Real cultures are not costumes, so best to avoid.
- It opens the door to cultural appropriation, missteps, and hurt feelings, and that isn't what Halloween's about.
- Choose from the many fictitious characters, animals, occupations, sports, space figures, and heroes.
- Avoid using culture-specific traditional garments and never apply makeup that changes skin tone to that of another person's race.
The purpose of these guidelines is not to create a list of "don'ts," but rather to encourage kids to dress in a culturally responsible way that allows everyone to have a good time and feel respected. Parents and guardians can help their children understand the "why" along with making good choices and having a frightfully good time on Halloween.
Guidance provided by DEI consultant, Anthony Witte - Witte’s End Consulting
End of the first trimester is Friday, November 12. Check in with your child and check grades in Illuminate. Teachers are available to support students during Pack on Thursday or at alternative times as scheduled by students and teachers.
MASKS...MASKS....MASKS...
We still need to wear a mask indoors. Please send your child with at least one. The office is providing out 20-40 masks a day.
Lost & Found
The Lost & Found Area ( located behind the M/U room) is over flowing! All those sweatshirts and jackets we didn't need it the afternoon, we need now. So if your child is missing a jacket, lunch box or water bottle. Please have your child look there.
Yearbook Pictures Needed
Do you have pictures of Tierra Linda Teams at practice or playing games? Fun candids?
Send them to Sheri Zamecki @ [email protected]
TLM PTA
DIRECTORY IS HERE!
The Mariposa and Tierra Linda Student Directory is ready for families to use! Please note that the directory is for PERSONAL USE ONLY and should not be used for any form of solicitation. Our hope is that it makes it easier for you to connect with other families in our community. This will be shared in an email to the parent/guardian community and will not be posted on our website. The directory will be emailed through a secure message this week.
San Carlos Education Foundation (SCEF)
Dwell is now Sereno
We are thrilled to announce that Dwell/Sereno has committed $25K as our 21-22 Exclusive Real Estate Sponsor. We are honored and grateful that Sereno is continuing the commitment of the Dwell founding partners to local public schools.
Gather your family and friends and join SCEF at Chase Center for a Golden State Warriors game! October 30 and December 23 -- 75 participants will be invited to watch the players’ warm-up! January 25-- The first 10,000 fans will receive a Curry/Chamberlain Duo Bobblehead. Discounted tickets available for select dates and a portion of each ticket sale benefits SCEF. Get WARRIORS tickets at Discounted prices AND with NO Ticketmaster fees! Purchase before 11/8 and be entered to win additional tickets. More information is available here: scefkids.org/events
Halloween is happening! And so is our 11th annual Candy Buy-Back!
Drop extra candy November 1-4th, at your school’s office and it will be donated to Operation Gratitude and sent to our troops. Drs. Chang, Amin, and Kaher will donate $1 per pound of wrapped candy to SCEF.
We are thrilled to announce that Dwell/Sereno has committed $25K as our 21-22 Exclusive Real Estate Sponsor. We are honored and grateful that Sereno is continuing the commitment of the Dwell founding partners to local public schools.
Gather your family and friends and join SCEF at Chase Center for a Golden State Warriors game! October 30 and December 23 -- 75 participants will be invited to watch the players’ warm-up! January 25-- The first 10,000 fans will receive a Curry/Chamberlain Duo Bobblehead. Discounted tickets available for select dates and a portion of each ticket sale benefits SCEF. Get WARRIORS tickets at Discounted prices AND with NO Ticketmaster fees! Purchase before 11/8 and be entered to win additional tickets. More information is available here: scefkids.org/events
Halloween is happening! And so is our 11th annual Candy Buy-Back!
Drop extra candy November 1-4th, at your school’s office and it will be donated to Operation Gratitude and sent to our troops. Drs. Chang, Amin, and Kaher will donate $1 per pound of wrapped candy to SCEF.
ROPES 2021-22 Orientation - Oct 28
ROPES is the Rite Of Passage ExperienceS program that is specifically designed as an optional enrichment activity as students complete a cycle of their education. ROPES provides students in 4th, 6th, and 8th grade an opportunity to participate in an academic ritual by way of real-life learning experiences. Participating students will choose a self-directed project that incorporates the 21st century learning skills of initiative, inquiry, creativity, communication, cooperation, and leadership. Students have an opportunity to choose from a variety of Challenge Project Categories: Creativity/Appreciation of the Arts, Innovation/Invention, Adventure/Personal Challenge, Cooperative Games, Service/Advocacy, Personal Reflections.
To learn more about ROPES projects and guidelines, students and parents should attend the ROPES Orientation on Thursday, October 28 from 6:30-7:30pm - Zoom link here. Students and parents in grades 4, 6, and 8 who are new to ROPES should attend. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected] and for more information visit the SCSD website.
To learn more about ROPES projects and guidelines, students and parents should attend the ROPES Orientation on Thursday, October 28 from 6:30-7:30pm - Zoom link here. Students and parents in grades 4, 6, and 8 who are new to ROPES should attend. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected] and for more information visit the SCSD website.
San Carlos School District Meal Survey - Due Oct 29
SCSD participates in the National School Lunch Program by offering lunches everyday. On July 9, 2021 Assembly Bill (AB) 130 was signed into law by Governor Newsom. Commencing in the 2022-23 School Year, requires public school districts, county offices of education, and charter schools serving students in grades K-12 to provide two meals free of charge (breakfast and lunch) during each school day to students requesting a meal, regardless of their free or reduced-price meal eligibility.
We are asking all SCSD families to complete our participation survey so that we may gather data to prepare for the best way to serve you and our students. Thank you for your assistance.
- PLEASE COMPLETE ONE SURVEY PER CHILD - survey closes on Friday, October 29 at 3:00 pm
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El Distrito Escolar de San Carlos participa en el Programa Nacional de Almuerzos Escolares ofreciendo almuerzos todos los días. El 9 de julio de 2021, el gobernador Newsom firmó el proyecto de ley 130 de la Asamblea (AB). A partir del año escolar 2022-23, la ley requiere que los distritos escolares públicos, las oficinas de educación del condado y las escuelas autónomas que atienden a los estudiantes en los grados K-12 proporcionen dos comidas gratuitas (desayuno y almuerzo) durante cada día escolar a los estudiantes que soliciten una comida, independientemente de su elegibilidad para comidas gratis o de precio reducido.
Estamos pidiendo a todas las familias de SCSD que completen nuestra encuesta de participación para que podamos recopilar datos para prepararnos para la mejor manera de servirle a usted y a nuestros estudiantes. Gracias por su asistencia.
POR FAVOR COMPLETE UNA ENCUESTA POR NIÑO/A - La encuesta cierra el viernes 29 de octubre a las 3:00 pm
We are asking all SCSD families to complete our participation survey so that we may gather data to prepare for the best way to serve you and our students. Thank you for your assistance.
- PLEASE COMPLETE ONE SURVEY PER CHILD - survey closes on Friday, October 29 at 3:00 pm
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El Distrito Escolar de San Carlos participa en el Programa Nacional de Almuerzos Escolares ofreciendo almuerzos todos los días. El 9 de julio de 2021, el gobernador Newsom firmó el proyecto de ley 130 de la Asamblea (AB). A partir del año escolar 2022-23, la ley requiere que los distritos escolares públicos, las oficinas de educación del condado y las escuelas autónomas que atienden a los estudiantes en los grados K-12 proporcionen dos comidas gratuitas (desayuno y almuerzo) durante cada día escolar a los estudiantes que soliciten una comida, independientemente de su elegibilidad para comidas gratis o de precio reducido.
Estamos pidiendo a todas las familias de SCSD que completen nuestra encuesta de participación para que podamos recopilar datos para prepararnos para la mejor manera de servirle a usted y a nuestros estudiantes. Gracias por su asistencia.
POR FAVOR COMPLETE UNA ENCUESTA POR NIÑO/A - La encuesta cierra el viernes 29 de octubre a las 3:00 pm
San Mateo County Office of Education Vaccination Information Session - Oct 27
COVID-19 Safe Schools and Vaccinations for Youth - October 27, 6:30-7:45pm.
Vaccinations for children ages 5-11 are expected to be available in November. Educators and families are invited to join the San Mateo County Office of Education and representatives from San Mateo County Health for a discussion about vaccinations for youth, including research on the safety and effectiveness of vaccinations for this age group. Learn more | Spanish flyer
Vaccinations for children ages 5-11 are expected to be available in November. Educators and families are invited to join the San Mateo County Office of Education and representatives from San Mateo County Health for a discussion about vaccinations for youth, including research on the safety and effectiveness of vaccinations for this age group. Learn more | Spanish flyer
Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day Poster Contest (TK-12 Students) - Deadline Oct 27
Students of all grade levels are encouraged to submit their original artwork inspired by Ruby Bridges. Posters can be created by individual students, small groups, or classrooms. Winning entries will be made into posters and shared with schools countywide to promote Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day on November 17. Learn more | Spanish flyer
City of San Carlos
San Carlos Parks & Recreation is excited for the return of Goblin Walk! San Carlos Goblin Walk - Friday, October 29 - 4:00-5:30 pm. Children 7 years and under, accompanied by an adult, are invited to Trick-or-Treat down Laurel Street in their costume and visit the businesses displaying the Goblin Walk sign. The first 1,000 Trick-or-Treaters can pick up a Goblin Walk Trick-or-Treat bag at Harrington Park or from any Goblin Walk volunteer. For questions please call (650) 802-4382. Planning on going? Let us know on our Facebook Event Page!
VolunTEEN: Laurel Street Clean-Up
Calling all “VolunTEEN’s” ages 12-18, lend a hand to help your community! Join the Youth Advisory Council and Key Club on Saturday, October 30 from 9:00 a.m. -10:30 a.m. for a Laurel Street Clean-Up. We will provide gloves, pickers, and buckets. Your time, effort, and presence will make a difference in your community. Registration required.Registration required for the Laurel Street Clean-Up. To register, visit: www.cityofsancarlos.org/register.
VolunTEEN: Laurel Street Clean-Up
Calling all “VolunTEEN’s” ages 12-18, lend a hand to help your community! Join the Youth Advisory Council and Key Club on Saturday, October 30 from 9:00 a.m. -10:30 a.m. for a Laurel Street Clean-Up. We will provide gloves, pickers, and buckets. Your time, effort, and presence will make a difference in your community. Registration required.Registration required for the Laurel Street Clean-Up. To register, visit: www.cityofsancarlos.org/register.
Parent Education Opportunities
Changing Perspectives Parent Nights for TK-12 Families - First Session is November 9, 5:30pm-7:00pm. The San Mateo County Office of Education invites Sam Drazin, founder and CEO of Changing Perspectives, to lead two virtual family nights on social emotional learning (SEL) and how to incorporate it at home. He will break SEL down into core competencies and share valuable strategies and resources to support students’ well-being and learning. Learn more.
COVID Reminders - Stay Home When Sick and Get Tested
Staying home when sick and getting tested for COVID-19 are two of the most effective ways to keep our community safe. Click here to for more information.
Common Symptoms of COVID-19 (CDPH)
- Headache, Fever or Chills, Cough, Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, Fatigue (tiredness), Muscle or body aches, New Loss of taste or smell, Sore throat, Congestion or runny nose, Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhea
- If you have any of the symptoms listed above, call your school office to report an illness, stay home, and take a COVID test.
- If you need to report a COVID case, please call our District Nurse - Page Pollack at 650-632-8300 (Arroyo Office) or Human Resources at 650-590-5922 if the Nurse is unavailable.
For additional information, visit our COVID-19 Resources page and review the SCSD Health & Safety Plan.
Common Symptoms of COVID-19 (CDPH)
- Headache, Fever or Chills, Cough, Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, Fatigue (tiredness), Muscle or body aches, New Loss of taste or smell, Sore throat, Congestion or runny nose, Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhea
- If you have any of the symptoms listed above, call your school office to report an illness, stay home, and take a COVID test.
- If you need to report a COVID case, please call our District Nurse - Page Pollack at 650-632-8300 (Arroyo Office) or Human Resources at 650-590-5922 if the Nurse is unavailable.
For additional information, visit our COVID-19 Resources page and review the SCSD Health & Safety Plan.
Curative Van
Please take advantage of the COVID-19 testing provided by the San Mateo County Health Department.
Click on the link to sign up at one of the following locations to begin your regular weekly testing:
- Central Middle School (parking lot, under solar structure)
- Tuesdays & Wednesdays 9:00 am-3:00 pm
- Thursdays 1:00 pm-7:00 pm
- Fridays 11:00 am-5:00 pm (effective August 17, 2021)
- Other Community Based Testing sites in San Mateo County Here
Click on the link to sign up at one of the following locations to begin your regular weekly testing:
- Central Middle School (parking lot, under solar structure)
- Tuesdays & Wednesdays 9:00 am-3:00 pm
- Thursdays 1:00 pm-7:00 pm
- Fridays 11:00 am-5:00 pm (effective August 17, 2021)
- Other Community Based Testing sites in San Mateo County Here