Covington Howler

January 31, 2017

Covington Elementary commits to a high level of learning for every student and adult. Together we foster a safe culture, where we learn actively and collaboratively, think creatively and critically, develop perseverance, live respectfully and responsibly, and contribute positively to our diverse community and beyond.

Important Dates:

• Feb 2 & 3 - Covington Girl Scouts selling cookies after school.

• Feb 3 - Coffee with the Principal featuring Special Guest, Egan Principal Keith Rocha, 8:45am @ multi

• Until Feb 3 - Kinder Fall 2017 Open Enrollment

• Feb 8 - Multicultural Fair Planning Meeting 8:30amStaff Room

• Until Feb 10 - Student Council Coin Drive for Water By Youth

• Feb. 8th - Egan Parent Info Night 6:30pm-7:30pm

• Until Feb 10 - Student Council Coin Drive for Water By Youth

• Feb 15th - Blach Parent Info Night 7:00pm-8:15pm

• Feb 20 - Feb 24 - February Break (NO SCHOOL)

• Feb 28 - Mar 2 - STEM EXPO

Principal’s Message

Coffee with the Principals this Friday

This Friday, at 8:45am in the multi, we will hold a special Coffee with the Principals.  Yes, plural.

While I will be there, I will also be joined by Keith Rocha, Egan Intermediate School’s principal.  Keith will give an overview of Egan’s program, including elective options that are currently offered.  6th grade parents will be especially interested in this presentation, but it is open to all.

Keep reading down the page and find information about Covington’s upcoming STEM Expo and our Multicultural Fair on May 5th.  You also will see information about the “Seas the Day” auction.   These important community events are a great way to get involved and make our school an even better place.

Stay dry this week,

Wade Spenader

Principal

2017 COVINGTON STEM EXPO

The 2017 STEM Expo is right around the corner!  We are in need of community volunteers to help with set up, cleanup, and project review.  If you are interested in volunteering, please complete the link provided below.

Link to sign up to volunteer:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScWYxBR1ArPdqRm8gemqba8zdoptLn2qjMKkTb81exf3cmpyg/viewform

Also, don’t forget…  If your child has registered for the STEM Expo, remind him or her to come to the STEM Lab to pick up a tri-fold presentation board, provided generously by Synopsys Outreach Foundation.  

General STEM Expo information can be found here: https://sites.google.com/a/lasdk8.org/lasdstemexpo/wish-list/covington

if you have any questions or concerns email kfarley@lasdschools.org . 

Covington Student Council News

Student council is geared up to raise funds for Water By Youth, a student-run organization that raises money to provide clean water for developing countries. We worked with them last year, and were able to raise over $1000. We would like to make a similar contribution this year. Our goal is a donation of $2 per student. Students are encouraged to bring in loose change and small bills.

The coin drive will run from Monday 1/23 through Friday, 2/10. Thank you for your support!

Covington Auction

Auction Tickets - Early Bird Tickets on Sale - click here to book yours now

Live Auction includes: 

• 4th row tickets to Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Hamilton in San Francisco

• Tickets to see the Warriors

• A Fishing Trip with Principal Wade Spenader

• A One-Week Vacation to a Luxury Resort in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

• Original Artwork by Sudnya Shroff

• And more!

Silent Auction includes:

• Signature Wine Collections

• Kids’ Parties

• Adult Parties

• Summer Camps

• Covington Group Camping Trip

• Plus hundreds more!

Plus not to be missed: “Surprise” Entertainment. A Fun & Festive Way to Support Your School! Buy your tickets www.covingtonschool.org

Early Bird Pricing Ends on Friday, Feb. 10th

Multicultural Fair is Coming

The ever popular and exciting Multicultural Fair is coming up on May 5th. 

Would you like to celebrate Covington's diversity and share your culture with the school community?   

The fair includes:

• Booths representing various countries

• Food

• Activities 

• Performances. 

We need creative hands and minds to help celebrate our rich culture and diversity, so please let us know if you are interested in hosting a booth, providing some multi-cultural entertainment or taking part in a multicultural fashion parade.  

Groups of families are welcome to join together to provide a taste of their culture.  

We will hold a short interest meeting next Wednesday, Feb. 8th at 8.30am in the staff lounge, so if you have an interest in helping to organize or taking part please attend.  If you can't make that meeting and want to express an interest or have any questions please contact angelawilson618@gmail.com or ntrishwish77@gmail.com.  Thank-you.

PTA News

Coyote Chorus Needs More Students in Grades 1-2:

According to Starting Arts, they are canceling 1-2nd grade Coyote Chorus because of low enrollment. It is a great program and the children in the program love it.  It will not go on unless more enroll! Please enroll using this link if you are interested (choose grades 1-2). If they still don't get enough enrollment they will refund you.

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Priceless Parties: There are still some spots available on the teacher-hosted priceless parties this Spring.  We are very grateful that every year the teachers in each grade provide an awesome party for the kids in that grade to enjoy.  Money raised goes to the PTA, which is redirected back into our school.  If you would like to book a place for your child/children on one of the parties below, please contact  fionnualal@gmail.com or lyon.katherinek@gmail.com.  

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Auction Fundraiser Party - Bootlegs & Bottles Dance Party. Date - Saturday February 11, 2017. Time - 7 pm - 11 pm. Location - Sumaira Khan & Nabeel Mian Residence. Price - $75 per person

Hosts - Sumaira Khan & Nabeel Mian, Ula Ghosheh & Mohammad Issa, Christine & John Sellers, Jennifer & Richard Townhill, Tracey & Ken Leong, Sara & Guy Colpitts, Valerie & Jim Cairns. 

Calling all party people! Is your name on the list for the most exclusive nightclub in Los Altos? For one night only, Covington's hottest promoters invite you to leave the paparazzi at the door and enter! A live DJ will take you from Miami to Ibiza so make sure you like your nights hardcore! Burn up the dance floor or chill in the Lounge. There is something for everyone at this hot spot!  Put on your dancing shoes and be ready for the weekend, cuz the cocktails don't stop so let the beat drop! If you would like to purchase tickets please click on the below link. Once purchased you will receive an Evite with all the party details :) http://covingtonpta.3dcartstores.com/Bootlegs-and-Bottles-Dance-Party_p_36.html

Information for Parents of Incoming 7th Graders

Egan:

Feb. 8th - 6:30pm-7:30pm Parent Info Night

Mar. 3rd - 9:30am-10:30am Parent Info & School Tour

Blach:

Feb. 15th - 7:00pm-8:15pm, Parent Info Night

Mar. 17th - 1:30pm-3:00pm, Parent Tour (no presentation)

Mar. 20th - 9:30am-11:00am, Parent Tour (no presentation)

Covington Girl Scout Announcement

It's Girl Scout Cookie Time! Covington Cadette Troop 61164 and Junior Troop 61101 will be selling cookies after school this week Thurs Feb 2nd and Friday Feb 3rd! Support our Covington Girl Scouts while enjoying some delicious cookies! Most varieties are $5, some are $6.

PTA After School Play - Peter Pan Jr

Mark your calendars for the 2017 Covington School Musical, Peter Pan Jr.

April 22nd  3pm and 6pm and April 23rd  3pm and 6pm

It is sure to be a spectacular show with 2 casts and 4 Performances. 

Tickets are $10 and will go on sale in March.