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October 25, 2016
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Covington Howler|
Important Dates:
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Nov 11 - Veteran’s Day: No School Nov. 15 - Parent Ed Talk Cyber Safety. Nov 21-22 - Parent-Teacher Conferences: No School for Students Nov 23-25 - Thanksgiving Holiday: No School Nov 28 - Dec 2 - Book Fair Dec 1 - Kindergarten and New Student Information Night. Dec 8 - Winter Concert 1pm, Grades 4-6 Dec 19 - Jan 2 December Recess Jan 3 - School Resumes |
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Principal’s Message |
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Dear Covington Community, The Coyote Way We are now over 11 weeks into the school year and I’ve been very impressed with the students' respectfulness and kindness. For the most part, they are supportive each other and work well collaboratively. They understand the value of hardwork and perseverance. Student success, both academically and socially, is closely linked to in creating a positive campus climate. Like all school programs, it’s good to take a look and see where we can improve in the area of campus climate. It’s actually been awhile since Covington has visited this important component to a successful school. This year various stakeholders, including staff, parents, and students, will assist us in creating an even more positive feel on our campus. Indeed, the work has already begun. We’ve named it, “The Coyote Way”. When successfully implemented and taught, the Coyote Way becomes our mantra- of how we treat each other and what we value at Covington. And, it adds to our sense of community and belonging. Your input is sought in helping to define The Coyote Way. On Friday, November 4th at 8:45am in our multi, I will be hosting a Coffee with the Principal. Our central question that morning will be, “what should we expect from our students when they hit the campus each morning?” We’ll break out in small groups to brainstorm the answer to that question. It will be a productive meeting! If you can’t make the Nov. 4th Coffee with the Principal, you can still give your input by emailing me your answers to the central question.
Clarification I received word that there was some confusion regarding my letter in last week’s Howler. In that letter, I explained Covington’s “hands to self” rule and asked for parents/caregivers to help honor it while they are supervising their children before or after school. My intent was to help everyone understand the rule. It was NOT my intent to imply that parents/caregivers need to leave at the 2:50 bell. As long as you are directly supervising your child(ren), you may stay on campus as long as you like. Students who are not being supervised need to leave campus at 2:50, as there is no supervision for them. I apologize for the confusion. As always, please let me know if you have any questions. Regards, Wade Spenader Principal |
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Halloween Reminders |
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Halloween Parade on Monday 10/31 at 1:45pm Friendly Reminder: Halloween is upon us and is being celebrated next Monday at Covington School! In order to make the celebration fun, safe and appropriate for all students, please remember that the following are prohibited: costumes with violent themes and weapons, and/or excessive blood and gore. Since the parties and Costume Parade all take place in the afternoon, we request that you send your child in grades K-6 to school with their costume in a bag. After lunch, everyone will change into his or her costumes. Your child's teacher will explain this procedure to students and if you have any questions related to costumes and changing, please contact the teacher or the office. |
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Parent Ed Talk on Cyber Safety |
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Cyber-safety: What Parents Need to Know. On November 15th, at 6:30pm in our multi, Los Altos Police and School Resource Officer, Ryan Langone will be presenting a parent talk about keeping kids safe in the cyber world. This is a great presentation to attend in order to catch up on the latest trends in social media as well. This presentation would also be an excellent follow-up to Oct. 25th’s showing of Screenagers (see below). |
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From the School Nurse: When to Stay Home From School |
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School is a place where colds and diseases can spread rapidly. Children who are ill should stay home from school, rest and recuperate. Sometimes it is difficult, especially early in the morning, to know whether or not to send your child to school. The following guidelines are indications that you should keep your child home:
It is required to keep your child home until he/she has been symptom free without medication for 24 hours. Also, NOTIFY THE OFFICE IMMEDIATELY if your child is exposed to or contracts chicken pox, mumps or measles. These conditions can be life threatening to students who are undergoing therapies that suppress their immune systems. Please click here for the LASD Health policies. Attendance
Absences and late arrivals are to be reported to the school by a parent or guardian by calling the Covington Attendance Line at (650) 947-1101 by 9:00am, or sending a electronic form via our website http://covingtonschool.org/ Children who arrive after the school day begins must sign in at the office to receive a late arrival (blue slip) pass. For an appointment during school hours, please go to the office to sign out your child. Your child will be sent to the office to meet you. |
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Socktober |
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Socktober Sock Drive
Inspired by Kid President's pep talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch? |
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PTA Spring Musical |
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Registration for the Spring Musical, Peter Pan Jr. is coming soon. All 4th-6th graders can register! Rehearsals: Tuesdays and Fridays in the multi from 2:40-4:30 beginning |