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Originally delivered on 10/7/2023 9:31 am

SUBJECT: GHSC Newsletter: October Edition

It's October and Guadalupe is in for some fun Fall Activities!

Stay in the know about what this month will bring our community:

Walkathon Fundraising & Volunteer Needs

Jungle Book Musical Registration

Halloween Parade

Portrait Day Make-Ups

Spelling Bee Updates

Yearbook

International Fair

Family Movie Night

Yard Duty Needs

Academic Challenge Updates

Office Reminders

STUDENT DONATION PAGES

Only 50% of the student donation pages have been set up and shared. Sharing your donation page with friends/family is a quick process!  You can text the link, email it, or share on social media (optional)!

CLICK HERE to get started today!

Together, We Can Reach Our Goal

Guadalupe's Walkathon is underway, and so far, we have reached $20K towards our $70K Goal.  We need YOUR help to fund our unique and beloved programs and community events!


VISITORS
Coming to cheer on your student(s) and spectate?

  NEW!!  You must RSVP and make sure that you have already submitted your Driver's License to the RAPTOR System (this year or last year) in the Front Office! 


CLICK HERE TO RSVP!

Families Welcome! Join the Fun!

We have a few critical needs from our amazing GRIZZLY PARENTS

Walkathon Day Volunteers

Wednesday, 10/11, the whole school will hit the Guadalupe Upper Field to walk/run and enjoy various lawn activities. We need parent volunteers to help from 8:30-10:25 am.

CLICK FOR VOLUNTEER SIGNUP

Poster Makers & Handlers

The Guadalupe Walkathon Team needs volunteers to help make signs and use them to hype up families as they arrive on campus in the 

CLICK FOR POSTER SIGNUP

Click Here to See Our Latest Walkathon Video!
INTERNATIONAL FAIR

Come tour the world!  Our 21 booths will include: Armenia, Australia, Azerbaijan, Belize, Brazil, China, HongKong, India, Indonesia, Iran, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Montenegro, Pakistan, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, UK and Vietnam.


Families are welcome to come and visit on October 13th from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. It will be a fun afternoon of yummy tastings, performances by our students, and a cultural attire showcase!  CLICK HERE for more info!


Food and drink samples includes: snacks such as Tim Tam chocolate and candy; and savory items such as instant noodles, shrimp chips, and more.

All students will receive their boarding pass on Spirit Day (10/13): Heritage Day.

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT

Following the International Fair, all are welcome to come to the upper field to watch the fantastic movie, Big Hero 6!  Bring your chairs and blankets.  The 5th Grade Team will be selling glow gear, refreshments, and treats to make this an extra-special night!

Help 5th Graders raise money for their end-of-year graduation gift to Guad🎉.


Friday, 10/13

Movie Begins @ 7:30PM

Admission is free*

Check below for many important dates coming up this month. A complete list can be found on GHSC.NET/CALENDAR


HALLOWEEN PARADE

We welcome all parents to come watch the Halloween parade on Oct 31 at 8:30am. REMEMBER TO RSVP HERE!!

If you take a great photo of your students dressed up, please share your photo on the GHSC Facebook group post or email it to yearbook.ghsc@gmail.com.

IMPORTANT ITEMS FROM MRS. HAMCHUK

  1. NEW! VISITOR RSVP FORMS: In preparation for our in-person events, individual visitors must complete the Event RSVP Form below. This does not limit access to attending the event but it will allow our team to prepare to welcome you - making your check-in process shorter. This will especially be important for events like Walkathon, Halloween, Informances, Olympic Day, and end-of-the-year celebrations. 
  2. YARD DUTY SCHEDULE UPDATE:   We are still short on Yard Duty for lunchtime recess (11:50AM-12:45PM). Mrs. Hamchuk has created a new schedule for parents to sign up on specific days throughout the school year. You will find month tabs at the bottom of the spreadsheet. Find the week or date you would like to volunteer then enter your name and email address into a blank field. Please also add your contact information to the contact list tab. If there are no empty spots left, please scroll down to the Back Up Parent section on that tab. Add your name, email, and phone and Jeannie will reach out if we have some cancellations. Please arrive early to your first shift to receive training from season Yard Duty on what to do. If you have any questions about being a Yard Duty, don't hesitate to contact Jeannie Hamchuk . 
    YARD DUTY SIGN UP HERE!
  3. District Illness Absence Policy: If your student has vomited, had diarrhea, or run a fever of 100˚F or above in the last 24 hours. Please keep your student home until they are symptom-free for 24 hours. Please report your student's illness and absence daily by calling the Guadalupe Attendance Line - Please call ‭(408) 927-9452‬
  4. District Independent Study Change: The district has changed its Independent Study Contract Guideline. The guideline now states, "The minimum period for any short-term independent study option shall be three consecutive school days and no longer than 14 days." Parents are still required to contact their student's teacher at least two weeks in advance to request a contract to be set up. 
  5. Forgotten something at home? Parents should leave lunches, water bottles, glasses, etc on the table outside the office to avoid interrupting class instruction. 
  6. Have a non-urgent question or comment for the office? Please avoid the office first thing in the morning- it's a busy time when Mrs. Hamchuk is helping tardy students get to class.


All district guidelines are provided in the Union District Parents' Annual Rights Notification.

If you have any questions please email Mrs. Hamchuk <hamchukj@unionsd.org>

Click Here For VISITOR/EVENT RSVP Form
Click Here For Yard Duty Sign Up
LOST & FOUND RACK IS FULL!!

Ms. Linda has been working hard these last two weeks collecting forgotten items left around campus. The bag in this photo was filled with over 40+ items she collected - just from this Thursday! 12/20 will be first purge and donate for the lost and found. 


  • Please put your names on any clothing that can be taken off, including hats. Don't forget to label water bottles and lunch boxes, too!
  • Remind your student to check the lost and found!
  • If your child comes home with a clothing item you've never seen before, please return it.
JUNGLE BOOK REGISTRATION OPENS 10/16

As Aladdin moves to the stage late this month, registration for Guadalupe's next show will open on Monday, October 16th. Our Winter show with Starting Arts will be JUNGLE BOOK, and registration is open to Kinder/First/Second graders only. 

After the great success of 101 Dalmatians last year, we are super excited to see Guadalupe's youngest talent retake the stage. Due to insurance constraints, we cannot extend this after-school program to our TK students. Don't worry; your performer will have 6 more years to enjoy the spotlight. 

Parents in K/1st/2nd will receive an email announcement on 10/16 when the registration form GOES LIVE! You can find detailed information about the show @ GHSC.NET/ALADDIN.

Click Here For Registration Info
SCHOOL PORTRAIT MAKE-UPS & DISCOUNTS

Over the next two weeks, families will start receiving email confirmations that student portraits are ready for order. Heads up that you might want your student(s) to take advantage of Portrait Make-up Day on Friday, October 26th. 

We've heard your concerns about Generations pricing being slightly high. If you are not in a hurry, starting around Halloween, Generations will offer discounts on orders ranging from 10%-30% off. Parents can also purchase the digital download and order prints or other products anytime at a local printer like Walgreens or cheaper sites like Shutterfly.

Guadalupe’s 23/24 Academic Challenges Are a Hit!


We have 200+ students participating in our Academic Challenge Programs. Stay tuned as our Chairs will be sending logistics about each program. Let's have fun learning together! 

YEARBOOK DISCOUNT PRICING & FREE PERSONALIZATION!!

The Guadalupe Yearbook team works hard all year long to make sure the Guadalupe yearbooks are extra special. 


PRE-ORDERING is now open with discounted pricing. DON'T DELAY! Pre-Order and Sibling prices are only available for a limited time. Go to GHSC Toolkit to place your yearbook order NOW!


Last year's cover was submitted to the Josten's Cover contest! This year's Yearbook Cover Contest will launch in December! Students can start working now!

ORDER YEARBOOK HERE
HAPPY FALL, GRIZZLY FAMILIES!

Thank you for staying involved in the life of our wonderful school and for being an important part of our community!

🎉Guadalupe Home and School Club

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
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