Friday, September 29, 2017

Cautionary Story in the News / Historia de Advertencia en las Noticias

Parents and Community,

This weekend a news story (LINK) came out that was rather sobering about some of the risks our kids may face. However, this is a story of everyday heroism. Fortunately, the police were able to resolve this particular case, making our community a little bit safer.  This is also a good chance for a reminder to be alert about our kids.

I'm sure those involved probably view their actions as routine responsibility, but I think they are somewhat heroic. One of our families noticed a man stopping and talking to their little girl, who was playing in front of their house (near Denver and Kimball). Fortunately, she didn't go with him. Her middle school brother noticed and brought her back into the house. He let his parents know. They called Caldwell Police Department. Heroes #1 and #2: Her brother and parents.

Reminder: Calling for help makes a difference. It is important to report as many details as possible such as license plates, color, make, model, year, rims, height, gender, distinguishing facial features, etc. If you see something suspicious, don't be afraid to call the non-emergency number at dispatch (208-454-7531).

Our schools have a great team of SROs and a strong partnership with the Caldwell Police Department. Even though it wasn't a school incident and even though it wasn’t a school day, our SRO, officer Phillips, worked many hours over the weekend with his team,  investigating this case and, eventually, making an arrest. He helped make our community a little safer for our kids. His attention to detail also helped connect the dots to a recent case in  Twin Falls. Thanks for your persistence and drive to get this right, Officer Phillips.

If you have more information about this case please call and report it at Canyon County Dispatch (208-454-7531) or leave a message at school and we can ask an officer to contact you.

This story is a good reminder to parents and the community to be alert about where your kids are and who they are with. Fortunately, in this case, no one was hurt. This might be a good time to talk to your kids about caution with strangers.

This is also a good chance to remind parents to be cautious about other acquaintances around your home and family. In my years working with kids, I have worked with too many kids who have been hurt. Almost none of those have been hurt by a total stranger. So many of these sad stories come back to acquaintances or those connected to the family that maybe they thought they could trust. National statistics match the patterns I have seen.

Our school and our district are in the business of protecting and helping our kids. We are grateful to the everyday heroes who help us in that mission. Thanks to parents, siblings, police officers, neighbors, teachers, and counselors who help make this happen.

For our kids
Mr. Webster


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Historia de Advertencia en las Noticias

Padres y Comunidad,

Este fin de semana salió una historia en las noticias (LIGA) que fue un poco preocupante sobre algunos de los riesgos que nuestros niños pueden enfrentar. Sin embargo, esta es una historia de heroísmo común. Afortunadamente, la policía fueron capaces de resolver este caso particular, haciendo que nuestra comunidad un poco más segura. Esta es también una buena oportunidad para un recordatorio de estar alerta acerca de nuestros hijos.  

Estoy seguro de que las personas involucradas probablemente vean sus acciones como algo de rutina, pero creo que son un poco heroicos. Una de nuestras familias noto a un hombre que paró y estaba hablando con su niña, que estaba jugando en frente de su casa (cerca de Denver y Kimball Ave). Afortunadamente ella no se fue con el. El hermano de la niña notó lo que estaba pasando y la metió a la casa. El le dejo saber a sus padres. Ellos le llamaron al Departamento de Policía de Caldwell. Héroe #1 y #2: Su hermano y sus padres.

Recordatorio: Llamando por ayuda hace una diferencia. Es importante reportar tantos detalles como sea posible como número de placas, color, marca, modelo, año, llantas, altura, sexo, rasgos faciales distintivos, etc. Si ve algo sospechoso, no tenga miedo en llamar al número de despacho de la policía si no es emergencia (208-454-7531). 

Nuestras escuelas tienen un gran equipo de SROs y una fuerte asociación con el Departamento de Policía de Caldwell. A pesar de que no fue un incidente escolar y no era un día escolar, nuestro SRO, el oficial Phillips, trabajo muchas horas durante el fin de semana con su equipo, investigando este caso y finalmente, haciendo un arresto. El ayudó a que nuestra comunidad sea un poco más segura para nuestros hijos. Su atención a detalles también ayudó a conectar los puntos a caso reciente en Twin Falls. Gracias por su perseverancia y determinación para asegurar que todo saliera bien, oficial Phillips. 

Si tiene mas informacíon acerca de este caso por favor llamar a "dispatch" en (208-454-7531) o deja un mensaje en la escuela y un oficial de policía le puede contactar.

Esta historia es un buen recordatorio para los padres y la comunidad de estar alertos sobre dónde están nuestro niños y con quien andan. Afortunadamente, en este caso, nadie resultó herido. Este podría ser un buen momento  para hablar con sus hijos sobre la precaución con personas extrañas.

Esta también es una buena oportunidad para recordar a los padres que deben tener cuidado con otras personas conocidas alrededor de su hogar y su familia. En mis años trabajando con niños, he trabajado con demasiados niños que han sido heridos. Casi ninguno de ellos ha sido herido por una persona totalmente extraña. Tantas de estas historias tristes resultan ser conectados a un conocido o un pariente conectado a la familia que quizas le tenian confianza. Las estadísticas nacionales coinciden con los patrones que he visto. 

Nuestra escuela y nuestro distrito están en el negocio de proteger y ayudar a nuestros niños. Estamos agradecidos a los héroes comunes que nos ayudan en esa misión. Gracias a los padres, hermanos, oficiales de policía, vecinos, maestros y consejeros que ayudan a que esto suceda.

Para nuestros niños
Sr. Webster

Monday, September 25, 2017

PTO Needs You - Fri 4:30 PM // ¡PTO Los Necesitan - Viernes 4:30

What: Sacajawea Parent Teacher Organization
When: Friday, Sept. 29th
Time: 4:30 pm
Where:  Sacajawea Library

Who: Any parents who want to volunteer in small ways or big ways.

Why:  

  • Parents are important partners in helping our students succeed.  
  • Learn how you can be involved in making decisions, and volunteering for events.
  • Our PTO funds enrichment activities, such as arts, field trips, assemblies across our school.

Other Details: Childcare and translators will be available.


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Que: Organización de Padres y Maestros de Sacajawea
Cuándo: 29 de septiembre
Hora: 4:30 pm
Donde: Biblioteca de Sacajawea

Quien: Cualquier mamá o papá que les gustaría ser voluntario en una manera pequeña o grande.

Porque:
  • Los padres son socios importantes en ayudar a nuestros estudiantes ser exitosos. Aprenda cómo ser parte de las decisiones que tomamos y cómo ser voluntario para eventos.
  • Nuestro PTO financia actividades de enriquecimiento, como los artes, excursiones, y asambleas en nuestra escuela.

Otros Detalles: Habrá cuidado de niños y interpretes.

Saturday, September 16, 2017

Fun Run!

Here is information on The Canyon County Classic for those interested in this event.

Learning About Weather!

Mrs. Saunders' class is learning about Weather.  They practiced being weather watchers by going outside.  They looked at the sky and the ground.  They even noticed such factors as the wind and what other people were wearing to help them determine what the weather was like that day.  The students then drew what they saw.  First grade is full of learning!


Tuesday, September 12, 2017

Two Fun Events at Indian Creek Festival

The Indian Creek Festival will be held this Saturday, September 16, 2017, in downtown Caldwell.  Here are two of the many events that will be held during it.



Monday, September 11, 2017

Dress Up Day Tomorrow vs Picture Day (I'm Sorry)

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Parents -

I want to apologize for a scheduling mistake I made.  I realized today that I scheduled a spirit dress-up day on school picture day.  Tomorrow is "Favorite Book Character Dress-up Day" and it is also school picture day.  While school pics as a Dr. Seuss character or as Harry Potter might be hilarious for Facebook, they might not be what you are hoping to hang on your living room wall or on your fridge.

So, if you aren't buying pictures and don't mind what they look like, send them as Junie B Jones or another book character.  If you really want great pics for your family, then ask them not to dress up.  If they are really disappointed about missing out on their character, they could come as their character on Wednesday instead of dressing like a teacher or principal.

If pictures turn out badly, retakes are on November 9th.

Please accept my apology if this causes any conflict between you and your kids.

I'm sorry.
Mr. Webster

Sunday, September 10, 2017

Compassion Caldwell


Free dental clinic and medical screenings

Saturday, September 23rd, 2017
Canyon Springs High School, 516 N 11th St Caldwell, ID 83605
8:00 am to 3:00 pm

Compassion Caldwell is a one day medical, dental and social service event open to all member of our community regardless of income. If you need a dentist, doctor, or a person familiar with resources available in our area, please visit!

Dental appointments are first come-first serve. Sign-ups for dental appointments begin at 6:00 am.
There will be shuttle service to the event from Sacajawea Elementary.
http://www.compassioncaldwell.org/

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Clínica dental y exámenes médicos gratuitos 

Sábado, 23 de septiembre, 2017
Canyon Springs High School, 516 N 11th St Caldwell, ID 83605
A las 8:00 am a 3:00 pm

Compasión Caldwell es un evento de servicio médico, dental y social. Evento abierto a todos los miembros de nuestra comunidad sin importar sus ingresos. Si necesita un dentista, médico o una persona familiarizada con los recursos disponibles en nuestra área, por favor visite!

Citas dentales son primero llegado, primero servido. Inscripciones para citas dentales comienzan a las 6:00 am. 
Habrá servicio de transporte al evento desde Sacajawea Elementary. . 
http://www.compassioncaldwell.org/

Friday, September 8, 2017

Homecoming Dress-Up Themes Next Week ~ Tema de vestir para la semana de Homecoming

Next week is Homecoming at Caldwell High School. Sacajawea will participate in dress-up theme days to celebrate this special school spirit week. These dress up days are optional. We want to kids to be able to have a little fun with it, but we don’t want the dress up themes to distract us from our real jobs, learning.
  • Monday 9/11 - Rainbow Day (Wear as many colors as you can) - Collared shirt not required, if dressed for rainbow theme.
  • Tuesday 9/12 - Favorite Book Character Day - Dress up like a character from a book. - Collared shirt not required, if dressed for the theme.
  • Wednesday 9/13 - Dress like a teacher or principal - Collared shirt not required, if dressed for the theme.
  • Thursday 9/14 - Cowboy/Western Day - May vary from the dress code, if dressed for the theme (Collars or colors may vary. Example: Plaid would be okay).
  • Friday 9/15 - Blue, Gold, and White day (Collars optional, if in school colors or with school spirit shirt. As always, you may also wear a college shirt on Friday).

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La semana que viene es la semana de Homecoming en la secundaria de Caldwell. Sacajawea va participar en los días de vestir de acuerdo al tema para celebrar esta semana especial para demostrar nuestro entusiasmo para nuestras escuelas. Estos días con tema de vestir son opcional. Queremos que los niños se puedan divertir con esto, pero no queremos que los temas nos distraigan de nuestro trabajo real, aprender.

  • Lunes 9/11 - Dia de Arco Iris (ponte de todos los colores) - Camisa con cuello no requerida, si se visten del tema de arco iris.
  • Martes 9/12 - Dia de Personaje favorito de un libro - Vestir como un personaje de un libro. Camisa con cuello no requerida, si se visten de acuerdo al tema del dia.
  • Miércoles 9/13 - Dia de vestir como una maestra o director - Camisa con cuello no requerida, si se visten de acuerdo al tema del dia.
  • Jueves 9/14 - Dia de vestir como vaquero - Puede variar del código de vestimenta, si se visten de acuerdo al tema del dia (collares o colores pueden variar. Por ejemplo: camisa de cuadritos estaría bien).
  • Viernes 9/15 - Dia de Azul, Amarillo, y Blanco (collares opcional, si en colores de la escuela o camisa de la escuela. Como siempre, se pueden poner una camisa de algún colegio o universidad el Viernes.

Thursday, September 7, 2017

Coming Soon – Parent Teacher Conferences!


Parent Teacher Conferences will be held the week of September 18th-22nd.  Each teacher will be sending home notes with the available times.  Please respond right away so we can make an appointment that works for your family.  We look forward to meeting with each student's parents and guardians!

Please check with your child’s teacher with questions.


Wednesday, September 6, 2017

Ugh, Poor Air Quality Again

We really don't like to keep kids in for indoor recess.  We believe it is important to get out and play.  However, the air quality has been pretty bad recently, with smoke from a variety of forest fires trapped in the Treasure Valley.  We typically stay inside for indoor recess when the air quality is at level red (Unhealthy).  It is looking like today will probably be at level red all or most of the day.  

We will go back outside if the current air quality improves to yellow or orange.  If your child has respiratory problems please let our nurse know if you want them to be kept inside, even when the air improves to level orange.

Here are the sites we use to monitor air quality.
  • http://airnow.gov - This gives a general overview for the whole region.  
  • http://airquality.deq.idaho.gov/ - I'm pretty geeky, so I like to look at the current raw data from the closest measuring stations.  The closest one to us is in Nampa. 
Just a geeky note: The yellow and green dot on this map come from stations that measure different air quality data.  The bad ones right now are small particulates.  Those stations just don't measure small particulates.  The yellow and green dots make it look like the air is better there.  It isn't.  They just aren't measuring the most important thing right now.

Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns.



Tuesday, September 5, 2017

Teaching About the Solar Eclipse!

Having a solar eclipse in our area became quite a unique teachable moment!  Students did several activities in class activities to learn about solar eclipses.  Some of them included:

  • Watching videos explaining what occurs during a solar eclipse 
  • Building models of the moon orbiting the earth and the earth revolving around the sun
  • Testing how the moon’s shadow could fall on the earth with a flashlight (the sun), a ball of clay (the moon), and an orange (for the earth)
  • Studying and testing that shadows move based on the position of the sun in our sky
  • Mimicking and drawing the stages of contact during an eclipse using Oreo cookies 

Many students watched the solar eclipse with their families.  When talking about it in class the next day, one girl said, “It looked like the moon took a bite out of the sun!”  Another boy said, “It was the best day of my life!”
Our staff would like to thank Donor’s Choose for donating the glasses so families could look at the eclipse safely.




Friday, September 1, 2017

KTVB Highlights Community School Partnership With United Way and Sacajawea

Thanks, KTVB, for representing our heart and our mission to serve kids and families at Sacajawea. Thanks to the United Way of Treasure Valley for partnering with us.

All of us face barriers between us and success.  Some of our kids face extraordinary barriers.  Homelessness is a barrier for some of our kids.

Barriers don't have to stop us from reaching success.  Sometimes, though, it helps to have a little extra support.  That's just what we do.  We support kids and families in reaching success.  We connect them to resources in our community to help them climb over the barriers in their lives.

Don't let anything stop you, Skyhawks! We solve problems.  That's what we do.





Link to Video at KTVB