Dear Bahia Vista Families,
🔬 Unlock Your Child's Future: Free STEM Workshops for Families!
We are committed to preparing our students for the world of tomorrow. That is why I am so excited to invite you to a special FREE 4-week STEM Program for Families, presented in partnership with the Parent Institute for Quality Education (PIQE).
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) is more than just a school subject—it’s the fastest-growing career sector in the country. Currently, STEM jobs are growing at 24%, while other fields are growing at only 4%. We want to make sure our students are ready to lead the way!
🌟 Why Should Your Family Attend?
This program is designed to give you the tools and knowledge to support your child’s interest in innovation. Together, we will explore:
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Career Pathways: Learn about the incredible opportunities available in STEM.
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Hands-on Fun: Interactive activities to spark curiosity and creativity.
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Success Resources: Practical tools to help guide your student toward a bright future.
📝 How to Get Started
There is no cost to participate, but the impact on your child's future could be priceless! We want to ensure every family has equitable access to these essential resources. A zoom link will be provided to families and it will be posted on our school website and parentsquare.
Upcoming ELPAC Writing Assessment for 2nd Grade
I want share some important information regarding the upcoming ELPAC (English Language Proficiency Assessments for California). This upcoming week, our 2nd-grade students will be participating in the Writing portion of the assessment. Unlike some other sections of the test, the Writing domain for 2nd grade is administered in a small group setting. This allows our teachers to provide a supportive, focused environment where students can demonstrate their growing skills in written English.
💡 How You Can Help
You don't need to "tutor" your child for this test! The best way to prepare is to keep their routine as normal and stress-free as possible:
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Rest: Ensure your child gets a good night’s sleep.
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Breakfast: A healthy meal in the morning goes a long way for focus.
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Encouragement: Remind them that this is just a way for their teachers to see how much they’ve learned. There is no "passing" or "failing"—it’s all about showing their progress!
We are so proud of the hard work our 2nd graders are doing every day. If you have any questions regarding the ELPAC or the testing schedule, please feel free to reach out to your child’s teacher.
Lets have a wonderful week, Dragons!
In service,
Julio Villalobos
