- Frank E. Woodruff Elementary
- November/December
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Message from the Principal
Dear Woodruff Families
As we approach Thanksgiving I would like to take a moment to share how grateful I am to be part of the Woodruff Family. I enjoy watching our Woodruff Scholars learning something new every day.
Earlier this year, you had the opportunity to conference with your child’s teacher. On November 9th, you will receive your child’s first-trimester report card. This is a wonderful opportunity to take some time to sit down together with your child and discuss strengths and challenges and develop new goals for the 2nd trimester. Review the report card and visit the California standards which can be found online on the Sacramento Office of Education County website (just click on this link). Together with your child, develop specific goals and create a plan to achieve those goals. Helping your child identify his or her academic strengths and areas for improvement can help them take responsibility for their own learning and success.
Remember, that your child’s teacher is always available to assist you in helping them master the grade level standards. They are here to assist in helping your student become a successful learner while providing you with the support and materials you need. Please feel free to contact them if you have any questions.
Wishing you joyful holidays!
Sincerely,
Evelyne Almada, M.Ed.
Principal
Message from the Counselor
To our Wolves!
This year at Woodruff Elementary we will be teaching our students about Growth Mindset. Growth Mindset is the belief that every student can achieve success through dedication and hard work. Students who embrace a Growth Mindset believe they can learn more and become smarter if they work hard and persevere. They view challenges and failures as opportunities to improve their learning and skills. Here are a few ways students can begin to develop of Growth Mindset in the classroom:
Instead of saying… I give up!
Try saying… I will use a different strategy.
Instead of saying… I can’t make this any better.
Try saying… I can always improve.
Instead of saying… This is too hard.
Try saying… This may take some time.
Stay Positive and make wise choices,
Ms. Bond, School Counselor
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Physical Education Class
P.E. will be EVERY Monday and Thursday and EVERY OTHER Wednesday
I am so excited to be teaching physical education at Woodruff another year! I take pride in providing my K-6 students with a standards-based curriculum that supports the goals of improved physical, social, and mental development and encourages a lifelong interest in health and fitness. In P.E., we will also work on being outstanding team players, showing great sportsmanship, and using kind, encouraging words to create a positive atmosphere. I cannot wait to
see everyone’s smiling faces!
-Coach Dolliver
Room 41
On P.E. Days, students should wear shoes with laces and comfortable clothes. They are encouraged to bring a labeled bottle as well. Hydration is key, especially on warm days!
On extremely hot or rainy days P.E. will be held indoors.
Physical Education is a required class.
Students may not opt-out of participating.
K-3rd grades are based on PARTICIPATION
4th-6th grades are based on PARTICIPATION, SPORTSMANSHIP and
SKILL IMPROVEMENT
Per the district, students with a short-term medical condition MUST present a dated and signed note from a parent. Students with a medical condition that lasts longer than 3 days MUST present a dated and signed DOCTOR’S note.
Successful participation aligns with the school expectations that each student will demonstrate honesty, ownership, willingness, and leadership.
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STUDENT OF THE MONTH 2019-2020
DECEMBER
Teacher Name
Student Name
Bolton
Humberto Zavala
May
Alice Harvey
Weeks
Jaziel Irene
Jimenez
Andrew Olivarez
Menebroker
Andrea Olivarez
Jones
Evangeline Varela
O’Neil
Kory Rapalo
Carmichael
Anaiajolee Mercado
Spincola
Mia Vargas Vazquez
Bitonio
Nathan Mungai
Mattis
Jose Camacho
Cantrell
Javier Robledo Garcia
Van Noord
Ayden Pena
Cota-Kumamoto
Melanie Aguayo
Curl
Katelyn Camacho
Rosner
Jayden Moreno
Rogerson
Margarette Pahanguin
St. James
Angel Alvarado
Tyne-Fernandes
Emmery Castro
Dolliver
Jaiden Spivey Walker (Bolton)
Bonner
Christopher Vega Tinajero
Loram
Joshua Contreras
NOVEMBER
Teacher Name
Student Name
Bolton
Julina Rodriguez
May
Anshika Nandha
Weeks
Isaac Alvavez
Jimenez
Naomi Benavente
Menebroker
Eduardo Carbajal Padilla
Jones
Jacob Shumate
O’Neil
Andrea Toscano
Carmichael
Julian Montelongo
Spincola
Benjamin Sandoval Arce
Bitonio
Julissa Marin
Mattis
Daniela Gutierrez
Cantrell
Abbigail Williams
Van Noord
Lauren Williams
Cota-Kumamoto
Excellent Ugwu
Curl
Rico Burrell
Rosner
Yesmara Mayorga Guerrero
Rogerson
Natalia Estrada
St. James
Samaurie Brown
Tyne-Fernandes
Jocelyn Muniz
Dolliver
Raudel Leon
Bonner
Jullian Jimenez
Loram
SeptemberTeacher Name
Student Name
Bolton
Julian Luna
May
Andrenique Gibson
Weeks
Victor Rincon
Jimenez
Paola Luna
Menebroker
Angelina Merjil
O’Neil
Cesia Sanchez
Jones
Valeria Contreras
Carmichael
Koda Yazzie
Spincola
Amyah Deshazier
Bitonio
Trevor Villareal
Mattis
Sophia Flores
Cantrell
Evan Estrada
Van Noord
Jairo Lugardo
Cota-Kumamoto
Crystal Brito
Curl
Diana Toscano Andrade
Rosner
Valerie Canche
Rogerson
Maleiyah Scott
St. James
Oscar Perez
Tyne-Fernandes
Natalia Macias
Dolliver
Adriana Varela
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Message from the PTA President
Welcome to 2019-2020 school year
My name is Yessenia Flores and this year I have the pleasure of serving you as your PTA President. I look forward to meeting you and having you on our team. We would love to hear your ideas, concerns, or praises. If you would like to join PTA, membership is $8. This year with your support and contributions we plan to continue providing extra activities to our students. Following are some activities that PTA is planning this school year.
HOWLER Store (Student earned Reward)
Halloween Reading Night
Christmas Comes to Woodruff
Mrs. Claus’ Treasures
A movie with a Friend
Lunch with the Principal
Egg Hunt
Fundraisers
Red Ribbon Week Activities and many more
If you have any questions, concerns, or comments please stop by the front office and leave your name and number. Maria Padilla, Brandy, or I will return your call.
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November Highlights
November
1 Student of the Month
2 End of Trimester
8 Board Meeting
9 Report Cards go home
12 Veterans Day
13 Makeup pictures
19-23 Thanksgiving break
27 4th/5th gr awards
28 SSC Meeting
30 Student of the Month
21 Non Student Day
24 -Jan 4 - Christmas Break