April 4, 2016

Welcome Back! School resumes Monday, April 4 at 8:45 am.  This is not a minimum day.

April 8 at 12:00 pm is our Military Support Committee meeting in the YMCA room. Lunch will be provided. All parents are welcome. Younger siblings may attend.

April 13 at 6:00 pm at the District Office, 84 East J Street, Wolf Canyon presents to the Board of Education.

April 14 at 6:00 pm is the annual Wolf Canyon Film Festival! Don’t miss these awesome student-created films.

Congratulations to the newly elected PTA board for the 2016 – 2017 School Year! The officers for next school year are:

President: Josie Aguilar
Vice President: Angela Riggs
Secretary: Melissa Dullano
Treasurer: Dania Suazo
Auditor: Maria Elizalde
Historian: Rochelle Hickman

April is the Month of the Military Child. As part of our celebration, we are inviting parents who serve in the military to join us as guest speakers for our daily Morning Announcements. Contact Dr. Prange, Associate Principal, if you are interested in being a guest speaker. beverly.prange@cvesd.org

Important Dates for Quarter 4
April 6-27 Hanover Survey – Parents, Staff, and Students
April 4 after school Jazzercise begins Jazzercise Afterschool
April 11 SSC Meeting 3:30 pm
April 13 6:00 pm Board Report
April 14 Film Festival 6:00 pm
April 19 PTA General Meeting 7:00 pm
April 21 Apex Fun Run (volunteers needed)

Saturday, April 9 from 8:00 am – 11:45 am CVESD is offering a Parent Academy at Hedenkamp Elementary.  For more information call 425-9600 ext. 1520.

Saturday, April 23 from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm 16th Annual Day of the Child will take place at Memorial Park on 3rd Avenue and Park Way in Chula Vista.  Wolf Canyon is participating in the school challenge.  We will win prizes for the school if we have the most turn out.

2016 – 2017 School Calendar 2016-17 YEAR ROUND Calendar (1)
Register for YMCA Chid Care click here for the application LCC-Kinder Registrations Flyer LCC-Kinder Registrations Flyer

 

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March 14, 2016

greenandblack

Monday, wear green and black and support our Girl’s and Boy’s Basketball teams as they play for the championship tomorrow (Monday) at Chula Vista High School! Girls will play at 4:00 pm and boys at 8:00 pm.

Please complete and return the enrollment survey by March 18 to let us know if you are planning on returning for the 2016-2017 school year.  Enrollment Survey 2016-2017 School Year!

If you are interested in having your child learn Chinese, please see the attached flyer for more information: Mandarin Chinese Class

Important Dates for Quarter 3
March 10 – 17 Minimum Day Schedule 1:30 pm Kinder 1:45 pm grades 1-6
March 10 – 17 Scholastics Bookfair
March 17 – 6:00 pm 6th Grade Cotillion
March 18 Last Day of the Quarter
March 21 – April 1 SPRING BREAK!
School Resumes Monday, April 4

Important Dates for Quarter 4
April 4-27 Hanover Survey – Parents, Staff, and Students
April 4 after school Jazzercise begins Jazzercise Afterschool
April 11 SSC Meeting 3:30 pm
April 13 6:00 pm Board Report
April 14 Film Festival 6:00 pm
April 19 PTA General Meeting 7:00 pm
April 21 Apex Fun Run (volunteers needed)

Saturday, April 9 from 8:00 am – 11:45 am CVESD is offering a Parent Academy at Hedenkamp Elementary.  For more information call 425-9600 ext. 1520.

Saturday, April 23 from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm 16th Annual Day of the Child will take place at Memorial Park on 3rd Avenue and Park Way in Chula Vista.  Wolf Canyon is participating in the school challenge.  We will win prizes for the school if we have the most turn out.

Kids on the Go is sponsoring an Easter event click here Spring Spectacular Playground 2016 (1)

The 2016 – 2017 School Calendar 2016-17 YEAR ROUND Calendar (1)
To register for YMCA click here for the application LCC-Kinder Registrations Flyer

 

 

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March 7, 2016

Congratulations to our 2015-2016 District Speech Contest winner, Micaela Luffborough who took 1st place in the 6th grade division!
speech contest 2016

Parents please complete and return the enrollment survey by March 18 to let us know if you are planning on returning for the 2016-2017 school year.  Enrollment Survey 2016-2017 School Year!

A special Thank You to Baldwin & Sons for their continued support.  They donated $1000 to our school for the third year in a row.  Also, a special Shout Out to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Infusino for their continued support.  They donated $2000 to our school library.

Small Toy donations are needed for the Principal Prize box.  This is a great way for you to recycle those special trinkets as you prepare for spring cleaning.

April is the Month of the Military Child.  As part of our celebration, we are inviting parents who serve in the military to join us as guest speakers for our daily Morning Announcements.  Contact Dr. Prange, Associate Principal, if you are interested in being a guest speaker. beverly.prange@cvesd.org

Important Dates for Quarter 3
March 10 – 17 Minimum Day Schedule 1:30 pm Kinder 1:45 pm grades 1-6
March 10 – 17 Scholastics Bookfair
March 11 – Awards Assemblies 9:00 K-2 and 10:00 am 3-6
March 13 Daylight Savings – spring ahead 1 hour
March 17 – 6:00 pm 6th Grade Cotillion
March 18 Last Day of the Quarter
March 21 – April 1 SPRING BREAK!
School Resumes Monday, April 4

Saturday, April 9 from 8:00 am – 11:45 am CVESD is offering a Parent Academy at Hedenkamp Elementary.  For more information call 425-9600 ext. 1520.

Saturday, April 23 from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm 16th Annual Day of the Child will take place at Memorial Park on 3rd Avenue and Park Way in Chula Vista.  Wolf Canyon is participating in the school challenge.  We will win prizes for the school if we have the most turn out.  More info to follow.

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February 29, 2016

Monday, February 29 is the last day to get you Yearbook at the pre-sales rate of $36.  Yearbooks will be $50 after that while supplies last. THE SCHOOL CODE IS 11854016. To order go to https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob

Tuesday, March 1 starting at 7:00 am Registration for the 2016-2017 school year begins for Kinders who will turn 5 years old on or before September 1 and for new registrations in all other grades. Registration packets are available in the school office. For more information, contact the school office at (619) 482-8877 or visit our district’s website at http://www.cvesd.org

Friday, March 4 12:00 pm – Military Support Committee Meeting. All are welcome. Lunch will be served.

April is the Month of the Military Child. As part of our celebration, we are inviting parents who serve in the military to join us as guest speakers for our daily Morning Announcements. Contact Dr. Prange, Associate Principal, if you are interested in being a guest speaker. beverly.prange@cvesd.org

Just a reminder to please take a moment to give us your feedback on ThoughtExchange. You should have received an email about this however, if not you can visit the http://www.cvesd.org and complete the brief rating survey. Thank you.

For safety reasons please remember the following:
1. When arriving to school please use the front entrance for all drop offs. If you are walking you may use the bus loop entrance only if you are on the sidewalk that does not cross the bus loop entrance and exit.
2. During dismissal please wait at the front of the school in the courtyard or at the lunch tables. Please do not hang out in the middle of the campus or in front of the library as school is still in session. Also, if you have other children with you they must be with you at all times and not on the play structure or climbing trees.
3. Animals are not allowed on campus. Please do not bring your animals on the campus. In the case of service animals please make prior arrangements with the principal.
4. Please do not pack student lunches or snacks in glass containers.
5. Thank you for your cooperation!

After School Opportunities
Martial Arts Martial Arts Classes asp 2016 (1)
Pawsome Artists Pawsome Jan and Feb
Junior Builders – February 24, March 2, 9, 16 and April 6, 13
Woodshop Wizards begins February 24 Woodshop Wizards

Parent Training and Opportunities Around the District
Classes for women “Es Dificil Ser Mujer? are being offered at Vista Square Elementary 8:15am – 10:15am March 3 and 10. All classes are in Spanish.
Classes for Parents on Special Education: Positive Solutions Scan

The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) was passed in December 2015. It helps our school build on the progress we have made so far. For more information watch the video linked in the Parent Resource link located on the right side of this blog home page.

Important Dates for Quarter 3
March 10 – 17 Parent Teacher Conference Min. Day Dismissal 1:30 pm Kinder 1:45 pm grades 1-6
March 10 – 17 Scholastics Bookfair
March 11 – Awards Assemblies 9:00 K-2 and 10:00 am 3-6
March 13 Daylight Savings – spring ahead 1 hour
March 17 – 6:00 pm 6th Grade Cotillion
March 18 Last Day of the Quarter
March 21 – April 1 SPRING BREAK!
School Resumes Monday, April 4

Mark your calendar for a CVESD Parent Academy on Saturday, April 9 8:00am – 11:45am at Hedenkamp Elementary. For more information call 425-9600 ext. 1520.

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February 22, 2016

Monday, February 22 from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Parent Walkthrough

Tuesday, February 23 is Spring Picture Day.

Friday, February 26 is Twin Day.

Twin Day

Registration for the 2016-2017 school year begins March 1 starting at 7:00 am for Kinders who will turn 5 years old on or before September 1 and for new registrations in all other grades. Registration packets are available in the school office. For more information, contact the school office at (619) 482-8877 or visit our district’s website at http://www.cvesd.org

Share your Thoughts with Thoughtexchange to help us better understand what is important to you. Thanks in advance for your participation.

This is the Last Week of the Yearbook pre-sales.  Yearbooks are $36 during pre-sale and $50 after that. THE SCHOOL CODE IS 11854016. To order go to https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob or click here Lifetouch Flyer 2015-2016

April is the Month of the Military Child. As part of our celebration, we are inviting parents who serve in the military to join us as guest speakers for our daily Morning Announcements. Contact Dr. Prange, Associate Principal, if you are interested in being a guest speaker. beverly.prange@cvesd.org

After School Opportunities
Martial Arts Martial Arts Classes asp 2016 (1)
Pawsome Artists Pawsome Jan and Feb
Junior Builders – February 24, March 2, 9, 16 and April 6, 13
Woodshop Wizards begins February 24 Woodshop Wizards

Classes for women “Es Dificil Ser Mujer? are being offered at Vista Square Elementary 8:15am – 10:15am February 25 and March 3, 10. All classes are in Spanish.

Important Dates for Quarter 3
March 1 – Kindergarten Registration Begins SB 277 for 2016 final
March 10 – 17 Parent Teacher Conference Min. Day Dismissal 1:30 pm Kinder 1:45 pm grades 1-6
March 10 – 17 Scholastics Bookfair
March 13 Daylight Savings – spring ahead 1 hour
March 18 Last Day of the Quarter

Mark your calendar for a CVESD Parent Academy on Saturday, April 9 8:00am – 11:45am at Hedenkamp Elementary. For more information call 425-9600 ext. 1520.

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February 15, 2016

The K-Kids are supporting the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society through February 26 by collecting spare change.

Monday, February 15 NO SCHOOL President’s Day
Tuesday, February 16 PTA General Meeting at 7:00 pm
Tuesday, February 16 Registration Packets will be available for 2016-2017
Wednesday, February 17  3:30 – 7:30 Family Dinner Night Panera Flyer
Thursday, February 18, 9:00am – 10:30am and Monday, February 22, 1:00pm – 2:30pm Parent Walkthrough
School_Dance_Party
Friday February 19 from 2:00pm – 4:00pm is our annual school dance – Dancing with Wolves. There will be dance games and prizes! Admission is $1.00. Grade levels will be selling snacks and drinks. And you won’t want to miss the teacher dance off!

If you have a student with an IEP you must read the following link. Important Information for Families of students with IEP’s

April is the Month of the Military Child. As part of our celebration, we are inviting parents who serve in the military to join us as guest speakers for our daily Morning Announcements. Contact Dr. Prange, Associate Principal, if you are interested in being a guest speaker. beverly.prange@cvesd.org

Yearbook pre-sales are going on now through February 29.  Yearbooks are $36 during pre-sale and $50 after that.  All orders must be placed ONLINE ONLY.  THE SCHOOL CODE IS 11854016.  To order go to https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob or click here Lifetouch Flyer 2015-2016

Get ready to Share your Thoughts with Thoughtexchange to help us better understand what is important to you, you should have received an email invitation to participate in this survey. Thanks in advance for your participation. We look forward to hearing your ideas!

After School Opportunities
Martial Arts Martial Arts Classes asp 2016 (1)
Pawsome Artists Pawsome Jan and Feb
Junior Builders – February 24, March 2, 9, 16 and April 6, 13
Woodshop Wizards begins February 24 Woodshop Wizards

Classes for women “Es Dificil Ser Mujer? are being offered at Vista Square Elementary 8:15am – 10:15am February 18, 25 and March 3, 10. All classes are in Spanish.

Important Dates for Quarter 3
February 23 Spring Picture Day
February 26 Twin Day
March 1 – Kindergarten Registration Begins SB 277 for 2016 final
March 10 – 17 Parent Teacher Conference Min. Day Dismissal 1:30 pm Kinder 1:45 pm grades 1-6
March 10 – 17 Scholastics Bookfair
Friday, March 18 Last Day of the Quarter

Mark your calendar for a CVESD Parent Academy on Saturday, April 9 8:00am – 11:45am at Hedenkamp Elementary. For more information call 425-9600 ext. 1520.

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February 8, 2016

The K-Kids will be collecting coins for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society starting this week through February 26. pennies-for-patients

February 7 SSC meeting 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm

February 12 and 15 for President’s Day NO SCHOOL

Friday February 19 from 2:00pm – 4:00pm is our annual school dance – Dancing with Wolves. There will be dance games and prizes! Admission is $1.00. Grade levels will be selling snacks and drinks. And you won’t want to miss the teacher dance off!

Yearbook pre-sales are going on now through February 29.  Yearbooks are $36 during presale and $50 after that.  All orders must be placed ONLINE ONLY.  THE SCHOOL CODE IS 11854016.  To order go to https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob or click here Lifetouch Flyer 2015-2016

Get ready to Share your Thoughts with Thoughtexchange to help us better understand what is important to you. Thoughtexchange is an online process that allows us to reach out to everyone affected by the decisions made in our District. On February 12, you will receive an email invitation to participate in this survey. Thanks in advance for your participation. We look forward to hearing your ideas!

We would like to hear from you to learn from your experience as a parent so that we can make our schools more welcoming and responsive to your needs. Please use this link to complete an online survey:  Parent Survey 2015

After School Opportunities
Martial Arts Martial Arts Classes asp 2016 (1)
Pawsome Artists Pawsome Jan and Feb
Junior Builders – February 24, March 2, 9, 16 and April 6, 13
Woodshop Wizards begins February 24 Woodshop Wizards

Classes for women “Es Dificil Ser Mujer? are being offered at Vista Square Elementary 8:15am – 10:15am Feb. 11, 18, 25 and March 3, 10. All classes are in Spanish.

Important Dates for Quarter 3
February 16 PTA General Meeting at 7:00 pm
February 16 Registration Packets for next school year will be available
February 17  3:30 – 7:30 Family Dinner Night Panera Flyer
February 18, 9:00am – 10:30am and February 22, 1:00pm – 2:30pm Parent Walkthrough
February 19 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm School Dance
February 23 Spring Picture Day
February 26 Twin Day
March 1 – Kindergarten Registration Begins SB 277 for 2016 final
March 10 – 17 Parent Teacher Conference Min. Day Dismissal 1:30 pm Kinder 1:45 pm grades 1-6
March 10 – 17 Scholastics Bookfair
Friday, March 18 Last Day of the Quarter

Mark your calendar for a CVESD Parent Academy on Saturday, April 9 8:00am – 11:45am at Hedenkamp Elementary. For more information call 425-9600 ext. 1520.

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February 1, 2016

Tuesday, February 2 at 9:00am ELAC will be meeting in YMCA room.  This committee supports all English learners.

Tuesday, February 2 and Wednesday February 3 at 6:00pm 6th Grade Parents and Students Only – Rancho del Rey Middle School has parent information nights to prepare for 7th grade. Click here for more information Feeder School Parent Informational Nights-English 2016Feeder School Parent Informational Nights Spanish 2016

February 5 is our Jump Rope for Heart event and National Wear Red Day both to support the American Heart Association and their efforts to fight heart disease. Please remember to get those pledges and turn in your pledge envelopes and donations no later than Monday, February 8. Thank you for your support!

February 5 at 12:00 pm is our Military Support Committee meeting in the YMCA room. Lunch will be provided. All parents are welcome. Younger siblings may attend.

Yearbook pre-sales are going on now through February 29.  Yearbooks are $36 during presale and $50 after that.  All orders must be placed ONLINE ONLY.  THE SCHOOL CODE IS 11854016.  To order go to https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob or click here Lifetouch Flyer 2015-2016

We would like to hear from you to learn from your experience as a parent so that we can make our schools more welcoming and responsive to your needs. Please use this link to complete an online survey:  Parent Survey 2015

Start collecting spare change now to support our service project – Pennies for Patients.  The K-Kids will be collecting coins for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society starting February 8 – 26.

After School Opportunities
Martial Arts Martial Arts Classes asp 2016 (1)
Pawsome Artists Pawsome Jan and Feb
Junior Builders – February 24, March 2, 9, 16 and April 6, 13

Classes for women “Es Dificil Ser Mujer? are being offered at Vista Square Elementary 8:15am – 10:15am Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25 and March 3, 10. All classes are in Spanish.

Important Dates for Quarter 3
February 7 SSC meeting 3:30pm
February 12 and 15 for President’s Day NO SCHOOL
February 16 Registration Packets for next school year will be available
February 17  3:30 – 7:30 Family Dinner Night Panera Flyer
February 18, 9:00am – 10:30am and February 22, 1:00pm – 2:30pm Parent Walkthrough
March 1 – Kindergarten Registration Begins SB 277 for 2016 final
March 10 – 17 Parent Teacher Conference Min. Day Dismissal 1:30 pm Kinder 1:45 pm grades 1-6
March 10 – 17 Scholastics Bookfair
Friday, March 18 Last Day of the Quarter

Mark your calendar for a CVESD Parent Academy on Saturday, April 9 8:00am – 11:45am at Hedenkamp Elementary. For more information call 425-9600 ext. 1520.

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January 25, 2016

As an act of service, Wolf Canyon participates in a campaign to support the efforts of the American Heart Association in finding a cure for heart disease.  Our service project is called “Jump Rope for Heart”.  Your child will receive a pledge envelope this week with all the details.  Please consider supporting this cause.  All money raised goes directly to the American Hearth Association.

Thursday, January 28  6:30 pm –  Student in Grades 3-6 Science and Technology Night

Scene from a microbiology portion of the 2013 edition of the Aboriginal High School Science and Health Science camp, July 8-12.

Friday, January 29 is Hawaiian Day

Yearbook pre-sales are going on now through February 29.  Yearbooks are $36 during presale and $50 after that.  All orders must be placed ONLINE ONLY.  THE SCHOOL CODE IS 11854016.  To order go to https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob or click here Lifetouch Flyer 2015-2016

We would like to hear from you to learn from your experience as a parent so that we can make our schools more welcoming and responsive to your needs. Please use this link to complete an online survey:  Parent Survey 2015

Start collecting spare change now to support our service project – Pennies for Patients.  The K-Kids will be collecting coins for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society starting February 8 – 26.

After School Opportunities
Martial Arts Martial Arts Classes asp 2016 (1)
Pawsome Artists Pawsome Jan and Feb

Important Dates for Quarter 3
February 5 is National Wear Red Day.
February 12 and 15 for President’s Day NO SCHOOL
March 1 – Kindergarten Registration Begins SB 277 for 2016 final
March 10 – 17 Parent Teacher Conferences Min.Day Schedule – Dismissal 1:30 pm kindergarten and 1:45 pm grades 1-6
March 10 – 17 Scholastics Bookfair
Friday, March 18 Last Day of the Quarter

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January 18, 2015

Monday, January 18 NO SCHOOL
Tuesday, January 19 – General PTA Meeting at 7:00 pm.

Thursday, January 21  6:30 pm – K-2 Science and Technology Night

Scene from a microbiology portion of the 2013 edition of the Aboriginal High School Science and Health Science camp, July 8-12.

Yearbook pre-sales are going on now through February 29.  Yearbooks are $36 during presale and $50 after that.  All orders must be placed ONLINE ONLY.  THE SCHOOL CODE IS 11854016.  To order go to https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob or click here Lifetouch Flyer 2015-2016

Chula Vista Elementary School District participates in a partnership with the federal government. As part of this partnership, we are asking for your feedback. We would like to hear from you to learn from your experience as a parent so that we can make our schools more welcoming and responsive to your needs. Please use this link to complete an online survey:  Parent Survey 2015

Just a reminder we no longer deliver lunch and snacks to students. If you wish to bring lunch or snacks to your child during the school day you may deliver these items to your child yourself during non-instructional times. Thank you for your cooperation.

Just a reminder that Wolf Canyon is not responsible for personal items that are lost broken or stolen and are not required for school. Items such as electronic devices, game equipment, jewelry, gadgets etc. may be brought to school but Wolf Canyon is not responsible if these items are lost, broken, or stolen. If the item is really special and/or expensive and not needed for school projects, it is highly recommended that your child not bring these items to school.

Looking Ahead
Thursday, January 28 6:30 pm Science and Technology Night grades 3-6.
Friday, January 29 – Hawaiian Day sponsored by Student Council

Start collecting spare change now to support our service project – Pennies for Patients.  The K-Kids will be collecting coins for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society starting February 8 – 26.

After School Opportunities
Martial Arts Martial Arts Classes asp 2016 (1)
Pawsome Artists Pawsome Jan and Feb

Important Dates for Quarter 3
February 12 and 15 for President’s Day NO SCHOOL
March 1 – Kindergarten Registration Begins SB 277 for 2016 final
March 10 – 17 Parent Teacher Conferences Min.Day Schedule – Dismissal 1:30 pm kindergarten and 1:45 pm grades 1-6
March 10 – 17 Scholastics Bookfair
Friday, March 18 Last Day of the Quarter

 

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