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2024 PTO Pledge Drive
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
School News
![Sign Up for Battle of the Books]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726070204/evergreen/sqzagmk6zfqvpupf6kjn/RegisterBOB.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726070204/evergreen/sqzagmk6zfqvpupf6kjn/RegisterBOB.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1726070204/evergreen/sqzagmk6zfqvpupf6kjn/RegisterBOB.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1726070204/evergreen/sqzagmk6zfqvpupf6kjn/RegisterBOB.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726070204/evergreen/sqzagmk6zfqvpupf6kjn/RegisterBOB.png","width":1500}])
It is time to start forming teams for this year's 2024 Battle of the Books competition. This year we are using a new process. To participate, please sign your child up using this Battle of the Books sign-up form. This will help us streamline the process and ensure that everyone has a chance to participate. Once we've collected all the sign-ups, we'll work with students to create teams of 4-6 and name their teams. Please sign up your child by the end of day Tuesday, September 17, if they plan to participate.
![Principal Message- Week 4]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724369115/evergreen/omfv927wzvtywrdktvxm/PrincipalMessage.webp","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1724369115/evergreen/omfv927wzvtywrdktvxm/PrincipalMessage.webp","width":500}])
We had a wonderful week four!
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Calling all future Student Council leaders! If you're in 5th or 6th grade and want to make a difference at our school, please submit the online application to participate in Student Council elections by Friday, September 20. Don't miss this chance to be a part of something awesome! See story for campaign timeline and election schedule.
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As a reminder, all parents must complete the online signing of the 2024-25 Parent and Student Confirmation forms. These forms includes your approval for technology use at school. Why is this important? Technology tools like Google Classroom, Clever, and iReady are essential for your child's learning. By approving technology use, you're ensuring your child can fully participate in their assignments. How to sign online: Log in to PowerSchool then click on "2024-2025 Parent and Student Confirmation" on the left sidebar. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
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Parents! We still are experiencing many traffic pick up and drop off challenges. Some drivers are making unsafe maneuvers, such as reversing backwards towards the exit area and entering oncoming traffic to turn into entrances. This behavior is not only dangerous, but also creates unnecessary stress and frustration for everyone. Please remember to drive slowly, be patient, and follow all traffic laws. Help us in making students and other parents feel our school campus is a safe place. Click the headline to learn how we can all do our part in making drop off and pick up a safe experience. Thank you.
PTO News
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A team of about 45-50 Silver Oak Math Olympiad students meet weekly to learn different problem solving techniques and practice solving non-typical math problems. The Math Olympiad contest consists of 5 exams held once a month from November to March. Exams cover advanced math problems and have the same paper for 4th, 5th and 6th graders.
Registration will OPEN on Sunday, Sept 15th, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. and close as soon as capacity is reached or by Monday September 30, 2024. Stay tuned for registration link to be posted here.
![Photo of the students that won the first round of gold and silver pledge drive raffle and auction on september 6, 2024 with Principal Heather Cardona]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726157167/evergreen/zrvw86xyijysp82jagy6/FirstRoundGoldandSilverRaffle-AuctionWinners2024.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726157167/evergreen/zrvw86xyijysp82jagy6/FirstRoundGoldandSilverRaffle-AuctionWinners2024.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726157167/evergreen/zrvw86xyijysp82jagy6/FirstRoundGoldandSilverRaffle-AuctionWinners2024.png","width":624}])
Click on this story to view our first round of raffle & auction winners! The next pledge raffle drawing & gold auction will be on Friday, September 20th.
Thank you to all our Silver Oak Pledge Families! SOEP/PTO is happy and grateful to be able to recognize all the families that have contributed to the pledge drive-to-date!
ESD Wellness Spotlight
![Male adult teacher looking at a book with three students. One female student looking at microscope.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726154549/evergreen/k6xxtgocl7zkr65ze1e4/Attendance.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726154549/evergreen/k6xxtgocl7zkr65ze1e4/Attendance.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1726154549/evergreen/k6xxtgocl7zkr65ze1e4/Attendance.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726154549/evergreen/k6xxtgocl7zkr65ze1e4/Attendance.jpg","width":1104}])
September is Attendance Awareness Month and we have been so pleased to welcome your children back to school!
District and Community News
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Breakfast and lunch menus begin Monday, August 19.
Reminders
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Help Our School Meet its Goal to Raise $1,000
Each year, through the Box Tops for Education program, Silver Oak receives money for our school. By participating in this program, you can earn money for Silver Oak while doing your every day shopping. We are grateful to all our Silver Oak parents who continue to support our efforts through various programs to earn money for our school. Together, we can reach this year's Box Top goal of $1,000. Learn more...
![Attendance Matters. Every school day counts.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1621085105/evergreen/hukxaiwcutvnuxve1pl7/Attendance_Matters.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1621085105/evergreen/hukxaiwcutvnuxve1pl7/Attendance_Matters.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1621085105/evergreen/hukxaiwcutvnuxve1pl7/Attendance_Matters.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1621085105/evergreen/hukxaiwcutvnuxve1pl7/Attendance_Matters.png","width":1054}])
Attendance Matters
Attendance Matters
How many absences are too many? Chronic absence is defined as 18 days a year—or just 2 days a month. Call your student's school office if you have questions about your student's attendance.
![Silver Oak Parent Cafe Logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1618159396/evergreen/ch8hxugumpfpzctaqstm/Parent_Cafe.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1618159396/evergreen/ch8hxugumpfpzctaqstm/Parent_Cafe.png","width":500}])
Parent Cafe
Parent Cafe
First Thursday of each month at 10 a.m.
Silver Oak parents of all grade levels are invited to participate in the Parent Cafe held the first Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. The principal meets with parents to discuss educational issues of the day and factors impacting student achievement. Check the calendar for details about upcoming meetings. We hope you can join us!
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Ways to Earn Free Money for Our School
Ways to Earn Free Money for Our School
Support your school with your everyday activities without spending an extra cent! Take advantage of these great deals from our partners, and give back to Silver Oak with every purchase. Here's how...
![Communication tools: PowerSchool, ParentSquare, and PeachJar]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1612720495/evergreen/asszjvntnpqoer2fm7xs/CommunicationTools6.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1612720495/evergreen/asszjvntnpqoer2fm7xs/CommunicationTools6.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1612720495/evergreen/asszjvntnpqoer2fm7xs/CommunicationTools6.png","width":752}])
Are You Receiving School Communications?
Are you receiving school communications?
Update your contact information to avoid missing important communications from the school and school district via tools like PowerSchool, ParentSquare and Peachjar.
Mrs. Fong's 4th grade class raises awareness with Silver Oak students for heart health by partnering with the American Heart Association Kids Heart Challenge.
Thanks for supporting our KHC campaign! These lower grade students were recognized during the kick off of our Kids Heart Challenge assembly.
Winners from this year's Oral Spelling Bee Competition
Triangle of Cups
Strengthening quadriceps muscles with wall. 5th grade students celebrate the 1000th day of school.
Parent volunteers helped students through the fitness stations. Thank you for helping us!
In traditional Chinese culture, lions are symbols of luck and happiness, and dragons symbolize braveness and power. Students from our upper grades classes were treated to a Lunar New Year lion dance during a school assembly.
What a great week at science camp!
Mrs. Trusso's Kindergarteners Practice Duck and Cover
4th graders are Proud to be Drug Free by wearing red in observance of Red Ribbon Week. Students are asked to Team Up against Drugs on Thursday by wearing their favorite sports team!
Students playing with new hula hoops.