Christmas Homework

PSYCH!

There is not homework over the break!  We are encouraging families to have a good time with one another.  If children get bored, please read a book and journal!

SPELLING BEE
Parents -- have your kids study some spelling words for January's Spelling Bee.

Copy and Paste the password into this link  Spelling Bee Words

STUactSPELLwds0910acsi

Merry Christmas - Extended Care Schedule

Thank you to everyone who attended the Children's Christmas Program!  The kids were great!  On behalf of the entire faculty and staff, we wish you a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year!

School Begins again on Monday, January 4th!

If your bill is delinquent, you may not utilize the Holiday Care and Preschool services during the Break, unless you pay when you bring your student.



Preschool and Extended Care will be open on Mon, Tues, and Wed of both weeks, but closed on Thursdasy and Friday for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Newyears Eve, and New Years Day.

Parade Results In

You guessed it!  Palm View continued it's tradition!

2006 - 3rd PLACE

2007 -  2nd PLACE

2008  - 1st PLACE

2009 --- 0th Place

Congratulations to:

Dad's Club of Whittier - 1st Place
Plymouth Preschool - 2nd Place
Praise Chapel - 3rd Place

For all those that came out, we had  a great fun time Celebrating a Cleaner Community!  More pictures will be posted soon!

parade a success some were grouchy... we lost some recycables on the way back IS that littering?

mrs santos 3 rs class reduce reuse recycle

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Christmas Parade!

Rain or Shine, the Parade is on!

All float riders, meet at the school at 7:00 AM to get last minute costumes.  The Carreno's will be driving the float for us.  The float riders must be in place at Comstock by 8 AM with the float.  We will carpool from the school.

Bell ringers
Dress in either palm view sweats or dark clothing -- dress warm!  Bells and costumes will be issued at Comstock at 9 AM

Other Participants!
Other students and parents may join us, no later than 9:30 AM.  The parade starts at 10 AM and it appears we will be in the first group.

Bring umbrellas.  We will be bringing pop up tents to keep kids dry in the AM.

The parade route ends at Joe Miller Field.  The float can not stop, but must continue off the parade route.  We suggest that some people park cars there early.

Please, everybody, dress warm and let's have fun as we show our committment to the community!

Palm View Spelling Bee - Jan 15

Palm View Christian School's Spelling Bee will be held on January 15th, one week before hosting the District Wide Bee on January 21st and January 22nd.

All students 1st - 8th grade are invited to participate in their classroom bees.  Classroom bees will be held after the Holiday Break.  The winner and alternate from each grade class will participate in the Palm View Spelling Bee. The winner will receive an invitation to particpate in the District 3 Bee that we host.

The Palm View Spelling Bee will have 3 Divisions

Brand new this year, is the TEACHER and STAFF Division -- All teachers will be using words from the 5th grade word list will the 8th graders serve as judges.

Our Next Division is for our 1st - 4th graders.  The winner and alternate from each class will participate.  The winner of this division will receive an invite to participate in the January 21st District Meet

Our Final Division is for 5th - 8th graders.  The winner and alternate from each class will partipate.  The winner of this division will receive an invite to participate in the January 22nd District

For a grade level word list, click here.  Email me to get the code.

http://www.acsi.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=UJwMnQp0c10=&tabid=591

Are You Ready for the Parade? -- Important Info!

The Christmas Parade is this Saturday at 10 AM.  All participants must be in place by 9:30.  The Float and riders must be in place on Comstock by 8 AM.

If you are planning to be involved, please let us know so we can expect you.

  http://www.palmviewchristian.org/pdf0910/ParadeParticipation.pdf

YMO Music Concert 7 PM Tuesday, December 8th

Twas the Night!

Don't miss it.  Many of our students will be joining others in the Holiday Concert.

The cost -- FREE

The site -- East Whittier Methodist Church at 10005 Cole Road, just south of Whittier Blvd behind Office Depot.

"C"ederblom is for Cookie!

Do you like cookies?  Then come to the Christmas Cookie Exchange hosted by who else,  Mrs. "C"

All you have to do is bring 3 dozen cookies, and go home with 3 dozen different types!

When -- Sunday, December 13th at 6 PM

Where -- Fellowship Hall

For more information -- contact the school office!

Everyone is invited (but please, leave the cookie monsters at home!)

Breakfast with Santa

Ho! Ho! Ho!

Don't forget Breakfast with Santa!

The Boutique and Breakfast start at 8 AM

See you then!

Kellan Lutz, Twilight, and Chapel

I've got to admit, I'm not a huge fan of the hit movie series Twilight.  I guess I'm part of the 3% of people who don't know what it is.  But if you are one of those middle schoolers who love this series, than you'll enjoy this interview with Kellan Lutz.  At the end of the interview he talks about Royal Family Kids Camp as the charity that he is involved with.

For the months of January, February, and March, our chapel offerings will be going to Royal Family Kid's Camp.  RFKC, founded right here in Southern California, is now led by Glenn and Robin Garvin.  Robin also leads the winter kids camp on Feb 13-15th up at Pinecrest for 3rd - 6th graders.  Robin & Friends will be here for a special chapel focusing on RFKC on Friday, March 12th.

Are you ready for 22?

Are you Ready for Twenty - Two?

This Sunday, November 22 at 10:45 AM

Bring a Friend!

All Church & School Dinner Buffet Lunch (Mexican) immediately after service

Free Throw Contest

Jumper for the Kids

See you there!

A Note from Ms. Gaskin

I hope that everyone at school is well. I wanted to thank you and the staff for your prayers -- they have been greatly appreciated. Thankfully, I am no longer sick and we have a new place to live. We're not finished unpacking yet and are still readjusting to life in Toronto.

So much has changed! I hardly recognize places and have forgotten alot of street names. It has been a blessing to be close to family and God has sent and orchestrated so many people to help us as we get risituated- He's truly amazing!

God has been good though- even though it initially snowed during the first week of November, we have had an uncharacteristically mild weathered November. I'm hoping that most of the winter will be like this, but I'm going to have to be prepared if the weather suddenly changes.

I hope everything is going well at school and please say hello to the staff and students for me. I think of the kids often.

Also I hope that you have a Happy Thanksgiving as well next week.

God bless,

Sarah Gaskin

Senior Luncheon

On behalf of the Golden Generation, thanks to all of the Kindergarten and 2nd graders who sang their songs for the Senior Thanksgiving Luncheon on Wednesday.

If you (or grandpa or grandma) would like to join us for the next one, please mark your calendars for Wednesday, December 16th.  For more information, just ask Mr. or Mrs. Santos.

Evening of Music Dec-8

Come join a lot of your Palm View Friends at the annual Youth Music Outreach Christmas Concert!


Band Members -- There is no practice at Palm View during the week of Thanksgiving, but you can go to a special practice held at La Pluma Elementary School near BIOLA  -- 14420 La Pluma Drive, La Mirada

When:  Monday, November 23rd, 2:30 PM

Chapel - From Coach Jer

For Middle School Parents (5th - 8th)

If your student hasn't shared with you yet, we had a powerful chapel service this morning. Our theme this month is COOPERATION.  Our conversation this morning centered around this idea and how we might be a part of God's work in the world.

Our medium for this discussion was a film called Invisible Children. If you haven't heard of it, it's a moving story of actual events that are happening in Uganda/Sudan. Many many men and women are suffering from the constant war but children especially are being hurt as a result of what happening.

This movie is an honest look at the world - what people are going through, feeling, and experiencing, etc. In this way, the movie is raw and sometimes graphic, although appropriate. The movie has amazing potential to open the eyes of our youth to the world around them - across the world and across the room.


I would encourage further processing and discussion. As a class we've had conversations and times of prayer already but there may be and probably is more on your children's hearts related to this issue. Ultimately, we centered upon the hope of cooperating with God's work especially as it relates to the relieving of suffering and pain in the world. We earnestly prayed for hope, peace, and restoration of all the brokeness. We also talked about being with people amidst their pain when we are unable to rescue them.

A question we have wrestled with before this chapel but didn't touch on this morning was the problem of pain. The reality of both a Sovereign God and immense pain in the world is worth our processing, attention, wrestling and questions.

God bless you and your families as we walk together during this season and time. May God give you rich conversation and beautiful connection.

With Him,

Coach Jer

Final Flag Football Game -- R U Ready Dads?

We've decided to end the flag football season with one final game.

Tuesday, December 1st at 3:30 PM, we will be having the OLD MAN vs PVCS game.  Yes, that's right.  All you dads, uncles, grandpas of kids on the team, pull out your old jersey's and cleats.  It's time to show 'em youngsters we still got it, just like back in the day.

We'll end the evening with a fun time of pizza back at the school.

See you then!

Thanksgiving Time

download pdf file here  18 November 2009

Dear Parents, Teachers & Friends:

Can you believe Thanksgiving is almost here? The Thanksgiving Feast is this Friday! All parent’ helpers, please come at 10:00 AM. The Festivities start at 11:45 on November 20th. School will be dismissed at the end of lunch. Remember, each class has been assigned an item to bring. I’m told that the entertainment might include a guest appearance by Hannah MonChicken and the Foster Farm Boys. You do not want to miss this!

Parents – We need your help!

On Tuesday, December 15th from 11:30 – 12:45 we will be having the all teacher/all staff Christmas party. I am asking for about 4 or 5 parent volunteers who can help us with lunch and recess duty that day so all my paid staff can enjoy their party. If you can help, please contact the office. Thank you! We appreciate your support!

Breakfast with Santa – Saturday, December 5th.

This 4th annual pancake breakfast and boutique has become an annual highlight. If you know a vendor, please have them complete a registration form available from the website.

Christmas Float – Parade – December 12th

We’ve got the basic ideas, and now construction starts. The trailer has already been parked in the school yard. Every Saturday from 10 AM to Noon we will be working on the float. Come join us and help out!

“22”

If you don’t attend a church on a regular basis, come by on our special November 22 day. Bouncers, Food, and Free-Throw Contest, all starting at 10:45 on Sunday, November 22nd. We hope to see you there.

Remember – NO SCHOOL November 23 – 27.

Preschool and Extended Care Open Mon, Tues, Wed – CLOSED Thurs / FRI

Next PTF Meeting is during Thanksgiving Break! Please join us!

– Tuesday, November 24th, 6:30 PM in the Library.

Mark your calendar!

On Sunday, December 27th, (during Christmas break), I will be speaking at the 10:45 AM service. This will be a kid & student focused day. I will be asking for everyone who can, to attend, as we plan for our students to sing several songs before the church congregation that day. I am also told that Hanna MonChicken will be bringing her friend, MonGyver Chicken. All preschoolers – 8th grade are invited to take part in this special day.

Have a great Thanksgiving Break!

ACSI Benefit - Microsoft

ACSI -- founded in Whittier in 1978 is now the largest international accrediting agency for Christian schools, with over 27,000 schools.  Because of their size, Microsoft has struck a deal with all ACSI member schools, parents, students, and families.

The newest ACSI member benefit that is part of the Microsoft Education Alliance Agreement expands to the students, parents and staff of your school.

 

A new promotion is being extended that includes the new Windows 7 release and Office Enterprise.

 

• Windows 7 Upgrade $95.00 ($199.99 Retail)
• Office Enterprise 2007 $95.00 ($499.99 Retail)
• Windows 7 Office Bundle $150.00 ($699.99 Retail)
• OFFERS EXPIRE DECEMBER 30, 2009

Beyond this request there are no additional requirements for your school. All ordering is done by your parents and staff at: http://www.softmart.com/profile/login_register.asp?eppid=44

5% of all sales are donated back to help support the ACSI member schools and Christian Education Nationwide.

 

Chapel - Invisible Children

Today, we had split chapels!  The PK - 4th met with Mr. Miller in the Kidzone Room.  Ask your child why we had a house in there!

The 5th - 8th graders met with Coach Jeremy in the sanctuary, with Pastor Tom and Pastor Charlie leading worship.  The group watched and discussed a short movie called Invisible Children.  This movie looks at what a typical middle schooler's life looks like in war torn Uganda.

While the movie has much less graphic violence than the majority of video games and movies the students talk about on a regular basis, the difference is that this is based in reality.  Undoubtedly, your student may ask you some questions.  We believe that you as a parent are the best ones to answer these questions.

As this week of Thanksgiving approaches, we must remember to give thanks that we are blessed to live in the United States.  It is then also our responsibility to pray for those around the world who are not as fortunate as us.

To find out more about the Invisible Children Project, you may view this website.

To learn more about Social Justice issues that affect us globally, I would also recommend the PCPJ Project, led by Dr. Paul Alexander, Professor of Theology and Ethics at Azusa Pacific University and his latest book, Peace to War: Shifting Allegiances in the Assemblies of God.

And finally, Pastor Charlie is continuing to collect pringles cans of change to help stop human trafficking.  For more information about what you can do, visit Project Rescue. 

Have a Happy Thanksgiving.

Football Game Cancelled

Congratulations to a great Football season this year.  Coach Jeremy and all the parents who helped deserve a great big Hurrah!. 

The league officials have determined that last Friday's game ended in a tie.  Since we had previously lost to Norwalk, the league has advanced Norwalk to the final championship game.  There will be no more football games this year.

While I am disapointed in their decision, I am extremely proud of all of you.  Thanks for a great season.

Online Support for your Student

As a reminder, most of the current curriculum also has online support and tools for students to use while at home.  The History Curriculum in use from 1st - 5th grade goes a step further and has the entire text book as well as multiple tools for students to study, including online flashcards, interactive games, and so on.

To make it convenient to remember these sites, they are now includes as Quick Web Links on the Right side of the http://www.palmviewchristian.com/ news website.

If you don't remember a particular password for a site for your student, please email me and I will be able to get one for you.

For the latest in audio news

Current Announcements

Good Evening!

This is Mr. Miller from Palm View Christian with some important updates.

First, Thank you to all the families who participated in the last several fundraisers. They have been a great success.

Just a quick reminder - a number of parents have not yet paid their current month’s tuition. Please pay by Friday 2 PM to avoid a $50 late fee.

We have a lot of important events coming up soon. Mark your calendar for next week, Friday Nov 20th, as we celebrate our annual Thanksgiving Feast. We need more parent volunteers for this event. Every class has been assigned something to bring. School will be dismissed immediately after lunch for the 1 week Thanksgiving Break. Extended Care and Preschool will remain open.

Don’t forget about the Whittier Christmas Parade. Our float workdays begin this Saturday at 10 AM here on campus. The theme this year focuses around recycling, and we want everyone to be involved.

Our PTF wants to remind you to join – The cost is only $20 for a family for the entire year.

The annual Boutique, Breakfast with Santa, complete with Pancakes and Pictures is coming up on December 5th.

Finally, good luck to our football team as they prepare to beat Norwalk Christian tonight.

Happy Birthday Deanna Dang

That's right, when one of our 8th graders has a birthday, it's a special celebration.  While technically her birthday is Friday, the 8th graders get to celebrate it tomorrow, on Thursday, by getting a special free dress day.

Remember - $$ free dress day, sponsored by the student council, is scheduled for Friday.

Happy Birthday!

Veterans Day Thank you.

Veteran's Day has become just another holiday, the import of which escapes most Americans today. 

What was so important about the 11th month, the 11th day, the 11th hour?  Why do people still wear poppies on this day?  What is important about Flander's Field?

To learn more about Veterans Day, click here.

And again,  Thank you to all of our veterans!

Weekly Letter - Veterans Day

Thank a Veteran!

While having school on Veterans Day is somewhat unusual now, it gave us an opportunity to thank our veterans and active service personnel. If you have a friend or relative currently serving in the Armed Forces, please let us know, so we can put them on our prayer wall.

We are also announcing a 10% Active Military Discount for any preschool students.

CHAPEL THEME
This month’s chapel theme is Cooperation. If you haven’t heard about Hannah MonChicken yet, ask your student! Our offerings will go to First Day Whittier through December.

Congratulations to Hailey Gonzales for being the Innesbrook Top Seller and to the Pre-school for selling the most items.  -- They win a Preschool Pizza Party -- Wed, November 18th!


Thanksgiving Feast

Lots of events are quickly coming up as the holidays approach. Don’t forget the Thanksgiving Feast! All PK-8th students and teachers will be served lunch by our PTF at 11:45 on November 20th. School will be dismissed at the end of lunch. Look for the sign up sheet on what your class has been asked to bring.

Breakfast with Santa – Saturday, December 5th.

This 4th annual pancake breakfast and boutique has become an annual highlight. If you know a vendor, please have them complete a registration form and read the rules (available from the website)

Christmas Float – Parade – December 12th

We’ve got the basic ideas, and now construction starts. The trailer has already been parked in the school yard. Every Saturday from 10 AM to Noon we will be working on the float. Come join us and help out!


“22”

If you don’t attend a church on a regular basis, come by on our special November 22 day. Bouncers, Food, and Free-Throw Contest, all starting at 10:45 on Sunday, November 22nd.

Remember – NO SCHOOL November 23 – 27.
Preschool and Extended Care Open Mon, Tues, Wed – CLOSED Thurs / FRI


Next PTF Meeting – Tuesday, November 24th, 6:30 PM in the Library.

Breakfast with Santa Boutique

The Christmas Boutique is coming up quickly.  Mark your calendar for December 5th.  This year, the breakfast will include the Boutique, a raffle, and a silent auction.

If you know of any vendors who would like to sell holiday items at our Boutique, please let us know.  All they have to do is complete the attached paperwork and return it to the PTF.

Boutique Registration Form

Boutique Rules

Thanksgiving Feast

Thanksgiving Feast – Friday, Nov 20th

 

Are you ready for Thanksgiving? Celebrate our 25th Annual Thanksgiving Feast. All PK – 8th graders and teachers are served a full Thanksgiving Dinner by the PTF. The Feast begins at 11:45. Students are encouraged to dress in an appropriate Thanksgiving costume. After lunch, school will be dismissed for the Thanksgiving Holidays.

 

We need as many adult servers as possible. Come volunteer! Set-up starts at 10 AM on Friday in the Fellowship Hall.

 

WHAT DO I BRING?

 

Every grade level has been assigned several items to bring.

• Preschool – One pie, either Apple or Pumpkin
• Kindergarten – One medium or large jar of premade turkey gravy
• First – One large can of whip cream
• Second – One large (15 oz) box instant mashed potatoes (just add water)
• Third/Fourth – One jumbo can corn (96 oz / #10 can)
• Fifth – Sturdy Chinette / Dixie paper plates and pack of napkins
• Sixth – Small tubs margarine / butter (16 oz)
•  Seventh – packages of cups (8 oz)
• Eighth– packages of forks and small desert plates)
• Mr. Miller -- cranberries

 Thank you to the parents who are cooking the turkeys and providing the rolls!

 

 When Should I Bring the Food?

 

You may bring the food items beginning on Wednesday of next week! Thank you!

 

 

 

Welcome Ms. Garcia

Dear Middle School Parents,


I would like to take the opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Brandi Garcia and I am honored to be your child’s Middle school teacher. I will be taking Mrs. Gaskin’s position as the middle school teacher. This is my fifth year of teaching but first year at Palm View Christian School and I am so excited to be here. I was previously a substitute teacher for the Little Lake School District in Santa Fe Springs.

The next few weeks will be an adjustment for both your child and me as we establish rules, consequences and assignments. I am looking forward to working with you and your child in reaching his or her full potential. We will h aver many wonderful experiences and opportunities to learn and grow in the days ahead.

I believe that communication is the key to a great parent – teacher relationship. I encourage you to contact me if you have any questions or concerns at any time. You can send me a note, email me at Brandigarcia@yahoo.com or you can call me at 213-453-6786. I will also do my part by sending out an occasional newsletter to update you on what we have been doing in class as well as things that are up coming. For individual concerns, I will contact you by phone, send a note home, or email you (if an email address is provided).

Please feel free to participate in your child’s learning experience as much as you are able. Helping hands are always welcomed. Whether it is reading a story to the class, fundraisers, or class parties, or any other participation, will enrich our classroom experiences.

I am looking forward to a wonderful and exciting year with you and your child!

Sincerely,

Brandi Garcia

Float Theme!

After a 2 hour meeting a Marie Callendar's this past Saturday, we have decided what the float will be!

Palm View is Going Green and showing Committment to Cleaning the Community!

Our float will consist of a school scene, complete with Christmas Tree and Chalkboard, with new trash cans sitting at desks and learning what it means to recycle.  Students not on the float will be either additional recycle cans or workers picking up trash in orange vests.

Pre-schoolers and Kindergartners who wish to take their wagons and make trash trucks, street sweepers, etc, are encouraged to do so, so they don't have to walk.

There will be two bell ringing groups this year dressed as sanitation engineers.

The goal is to make as much of the float as possible with recycled materials, so

WE NEED THE FOLLOWING ITEMS

• Clean aluminum cans and bottles
• Cardboard/ Plastic Egg Crates
• Cardboard boxes

Got Bling?

Got extra bling and want some dough for Christmas?

Listen for details!

Football Championship Games Set

Playoff Game
Thursday, November 12th - 4:30 PM
Palm View vs Norwalk

Championship Game
Tuesday, November 17th - 4:30 PM
Trinity vs winner of Palm View/Norwalk

Preschool Announcement

As many of you know, we had reassigned Mrs. Johnson to the preschool division from the elementary division last week. During this past week she has been performing administrative and other duties at my request. Mrs. Johnson has been part of our preschool transition team since the summer as we’ve created a new learning environment. Many of you may remember her from the Open House held in August. Mrs. Johnson brings considerable experience in the education field. She is completing a master’s degree and is a licensed pre-school director. She has worked alongside Mrs. Sifuentes for several years.


Ms. Stella Bazaure has been a faithful employee of Palm View for many years. She has opted to accept a severance package instead of taking a reassignment which we offered, while we await the growth of the preschool. We wish her well in her future endeavors.

Ms. Stella will be opening the preschool next Monday and Tuesday in order to say goodbye to many of the parents she has grown to know over the years. I encourage parents of students she has formerly taught to drop her a note. On Tuesday, the staff will be having a farewell luncheon for her.

Attn 5th Graders! - Lunch!

5th Graders have a new lunch time!  Beginning Monday, 5th graders will eat lunch at 11:40 and then have recess at Noon.  They will be eating with the rest of the K-4th graders.  The 6th - 8th graders will have their recess and then lunch at the normal scheduled times.

Marie Callendar Float Meeting 10 AM

Don't forget about the Marie Callendar Float Meeting Saturday, November 7th  from 10 AM to 12 Noon at the PIH location.  Join us for brunch and 20% of all sales will benefit the school.  Come back anytime during the day, to pre-order Thanksgiving dinner or to eat, and all 20% of proceeds will help the school.

See  you there!

Media Impact on Middle Schoolers

As teachers, we often hear students complain that an hour or two of homework each night is too much.  Yet we find it amazing that most students have spent multiple hours watching tv, playing video games, texting, and internet surfing. 

What kind of impact does this have on our children's self esteem, world view, and future careers?

On Monday, November 16th, we have invited CJ Hiltz to give a special presentation to our 5th - 8th graders.  Parents are welcome to attend this 1 PM talk on the impact of media in our lives.

For more information, visit MediaTalk and watch the video.

download pdf here

Whittier Christmas Parade Float
Time to start working on the float! The past three years we’ve placed, taking the Grand Prize last year! All students are asked to draw what they think our float should look like. The winners of the float design contest will be guaranteed a spot of the float. Construction and design start on Saturday, Nov 14th. Please turn in all ideas by Tuesday, November 11th.

Parent Teacher Conference Week – November 9 – 13
Parent teacher conferences will be held all next week. Every day will be a minimum day with early dismissal at 2 PM. You may also make individual appointments with teachers.

Veterans Day – November 11th.
Yes, we do have school on Veterans Day this year. We will be honoring the parents and grandparents of our students who are veterans at a special chapel next week. If you are a veteran, please attend!

• November 7 Marie Callendar Fundraising All Day
• November 10 PTF Meeting 6:30 PM
• November 11 Veterans Day – YES WE DO HAVE SCHOOL!
• November 20 Thanksgiving Feast
• December 5 Breakfast with Santa
• December 12 Whittier Christmas Parade

SCHEDULE CHANGE
After evaluating the many things we do during the Holiday Season, we have decided to change the time of our annual Christmas program from Tuesday evening, December 15th to Friday afternoon, December 18th at 2 PM.


CHARACTER TRAIT - NOVEMBER
This month’s theme is COOPERATION – Working together to do more than you can do alone. We will continue cooperating and collecting small items for First Day Whittier during chapel up until Thanksgiving.

NEW CELL PHONE POLICY EXPECTED FRIDAY
A new cell phone policy will soon be going into effect. By Friday, we should have a waiver form that we will be asking every parent to complete who desire their student to carry a cell phone at school. The students have already been informed of the policy and have been given time to ask questions.

STUDENT COUNCIL
…will be selling Nachos and other snacks at lunch and again after school as a fundraiser on Thursday and Friday. Don’t Forget – Friday is Dollar Free Dress Day too!

With Cooperation,

Teacher Conference Week

Most of you should have received progress reports by now.  If you haven't please let us know.

Parent - Teacher Conference Week is next week, November 9 - 13.  Every day is early dismissal at 2 PM.  Teachers will be available for conferences during that week.  Remember, you may always schedule a time to meet with teachers too. 

You may also log in and see your students grade on Headmaster Online.  The site number, if asked, is 111641.  If you need your log in code and password, just email me and I will send it to you!

SMILE -- It's Picture Day (Retake)

That's right.  Don't forget to wear your chapel uniform for picture day and combined chapel.  Our new theme is COOPERATION and we want you to cooperate for picture day!

Remember, this is retakes and makeups only, so its not everybody.  If you want a retake, you must bring back your old pictures, or you will be charged again.  Picture forms are available in the office.

Let's cooperate!

Progress Reports Released

Progress reports have been sent home today in sealed envelopes.

Grades are also now posted in HeadMaster Online

If you would like to have your code and password emailed to you, please email me.

If you would like to discuss the grades with any teachers, please feel free to contact them and set up an individual conference.

Marie Callendar Fundraiser - Saturday Nov 7

Don't forget the all day Marie Callendar Fundraiser this Saturday.  Join us in the evening to watch USC.

PIH location on Lambert and Washington Blvd. 

Progress Reports

Progress Reports will be send home on Tuesday afternoon.  All Grades will uploaded into Headmaster Online in the afternoon.

Football Update

Game on Tuesday vs Norwalk Christian - 4:30

Practice on Wednesday

Game on Thursday vs Trinity - 4:30

Championship Playoffs start next week.

Tuesday, November 4th -- SPECIAL PTF MEETING

Secret. Classified. Confidential. Encrypted.

You wanna know what it's about?  Pick up a flyer in the office.

6:30 PM  Tuesday, November 10th.

Bridge of Faith Event

Normally, we don't publicize events of other fundraiser events for other organizations in the city.  But when the event is being sponsored by a SARA SANTOS AWARD recipient, I believe it's valid to let you know.

Carol Reza, recipient and graduation speaker in June 2008 is the founder of Bridge of Faith.  They will be holding a fundraiser at IHOP tomorrow, Thursday, October 29th from 5 PM to 10 PM.  For more information, click here.

Wednesday Letter

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Wow! We started off Red Ribbon Week with the pancake breakfast. It was good to see some of you come that morning! We handed out lots of information on the school and preschool. It was a fun event!


Did you hear the wind last night? It tore down most of our banners and posters. We will be making more Red Ribbon posters this week. There are only 3 more days to celebrate so:

• On Thursday, Oct 29th, Dress in cami’s (khaki, brown, green, etc)
• Friday, Oct 30th – Dollar Free Dress day
• Saturday, Oct 31st - Wear your individual costumes for Harvest Festival 5 pm – 7 pm. (Set-up is at 4 PM)

 Knock it out of the PARK! – Sunday November 1st

 

We are dissapointed that the Yankees and the Phillies are playing in the series. BUT!!! We are still proud of First Day Whittier’s aid to the homeless. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU. Everyone has been bringing in offerings and travel toiletries to donate. We are still inviting everybody to come at gametime (5:20 PM) this Sunday, November 1st as we watch game 4 of the series in the Fellowship Hall. Our chapel offerings from now through the end of the year will be going to FIRST DAY WHITTIER. We are also asking students to bring travel toiletries to donate in the offering.

 

Admission is any donation to FIRST DAY WHITTIER. Dodger Dogs will be on sale for $1. Please help us show Christian compassion to our community in a fun way.

 

 FOOTBALL GAME – THIS THURSDAY, 4:30 PM

 

FUNDRAISING ITEM DISTRIBUTION DATE SET

 We will be distributing all fundraiser items on Friday, October 30th, immediately after school to the students!

  Picture Retakes! – Wednesday November 4th!

 

If you didn’t like your pictures and want a retake, you must bring your old ones back and give them to the photographer, or you may be charged for both sets. If you were absent previously, please complete a picture form available in the office.

 

Finally, if you want to get a good laugh, ask about Pastor Charlie and the Quiet Mouse.

 

 

 

Red Ribbon Pancake Breakfast

Pictures from Red Ribbon Pancake Breakfast.  Thanks to all that stopped by!  We had a great event and invited many people to the Harvest Festival, Knock it Out of the Park, and our Pre-school.

JOIN THE FIGHT AGAINST DRUGS!

RED RIBBON WEEK KICKOFF

Don't miss Saturday's Red Ribbon Week Pancake Breakfast

Cost is only $4 per person and will be held at East Whittier Middle School on Whittier Blvd and Gunn Ave.

Look for the Palm View Booth and say hi to us!

What should you wear next week?

Monday - Regular Uniform
Tuesday - Wear RED
Wednesday -- Final Angels / Dodgers
Thursday - Wear camaflouge (browns, khaki's, greens, Army stuff, etc)
Friday - Dollar Free Dress Day
Saturday -- Halloween Costume

Weekly Letter October 21

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Dear Parents:


RED RIBBON WEEK

This Saturday kicks off Red Ribbon Week in Whittier! Come join us for a $4 pancake breakfast at East Whittier Middle School on Gunn and Whittier Blvd this Saturday from 8 AM to 11 AM. Look for the Palm View Booth!

As part of Red Ribbon Week – Don’t forget to wear Red on Tuesday,Oct 27th and Camoflauge on Thursday, Oct 29th.

KNOCK IT OUT OF THE PARK

Our Fall compassion campaign continues! Chapel offerings and collection boxes for travel toiletries will be given to First Day Whittier. Mark your Calendars for Game 4 of the World Series on November 1st! Wear your Angel and Dodger uniforms instead of your chapel uniform next week!

Harvest Festival

Don’t forget Saturday, October 31st! We need bulk candy donations. If you can bring 1 bag in next week, it would help out the event a lot.

Sad News

We are saddened to announce that Ms. Gaskin will be leaving our Palm View family. Due to several major family health issues, she will be returning to Canada next week. Her last day will be this Friday. Ms. Gaskin has been a valuable part of the Palm View family for 6 years. She will be missed.

The church and school boards met in a combined session last night. The end result of their decisions was to reassign Ms. Loyko to the middle school position vacated by Ms. Gaskin and to recombine the 3rd and 4th grades with Mrs. Johnson.

I will hold a special meeting with the 3rd & 4th grade parents tomorrow, Thursday, at 6:30 PM.

And the winner is....

Dodger Rudy!

Yes, it was the Dodger Dog eating contest between 8th grade Dodgers: Jessica and Rudy; the lone Yankee : Steven, and the Angelic contingent:  Christian, Michael, and Jospeh.

To the tune of Hot Diggety Dog, it became a 3 way race among Jessica, Steven and Rudy.  The Dodgers pulled it out over the Yankees as Steven gulped down his Dodger dog.

This was one of the more unusual offeretories we've had in chapel, but many kids brough toiletry items and monies for First Day Whitter as part of our KNOCK IT OUT OF THE PARK campaign.  We will continue collecting items and donations through out Thanksgiving.  Don't forget to join us for Game 4 of the series on November 1st in the fellowship hall.

Thank you for participating.

Go Dodgers!

Ready for some snow?

It's too early to be thinking about winter camp, but it's time to start saving your money.

Mark your calendars for February 13 - 15th at Pinecrest

Want to see what it looks like?


SoCal Kids Wintercamp from SOCAL Assemblies of God on Vimeo.

Golden Generation Luncheon

If you enjoyed Grandparents day last month, let me invite you back for another Golden Generation luncheon!  Meet other grandparents from the school and your neighborhood.

It all starts tomorrow, Wednesday, October 21st at 11:30 AM.  See you there!

KNOCK IT OUT OF THE PARK!

Go Angels / Go Dodgers!

Even if they don't make it ( I still believe!),  we are still raising money and supplies for FIRST DAY WHITTIER!

All students (preschool - 8th grade) can wear Dodgers or Angels apparrel tomorrow.  [Wear Yankees or Phillies uniforms at your own risk]  Offerings this month can be either change, or travel toiletry items.  The big event is Sunday Night, November 1st, where everyone can come together and have hot dogs popcorn and peanuts and watch the game in the fellowship hall!  All proceeds will help FIRST DAY WHITTIER.   See you there!!

Bills are Here!

20 October 2009


Dear Parents:

Thank you for being patient. We have been able to get our billing system up again. Many of you made payments, even though a billing wasn’t sent out yet. Thank you.

Remember, that most everything charged on this statement was due on October 1st. Please remit all payments no later than Monday, October 26th, or a $50 late charge per family will be applied to your account.

The November billing statements will be released next Wednesday and will be due by Monday, November 2nd.

Payments must be made in a timely manner, in order that our teachers can be paid. We maintain the highest quality education at the lowest possible price and do not have large reserves on hand. If everybody pays timely, we will have more monies to continue improving our school.

We do accept VISA and Mastercard for your convenience.

If you have examined your bill, and believe something to be in error, please contact Samantha in the office on Mondays or Wednesdays, or email me. I will be glad to examine your bill and answer any questions you might have.

Please contact me if you have any questions.

Candy Candy Candy, Who's got the Candy?

Last Call for Magic Tricks!

That's right, you can still bring $5 and get some magic tricks that our chapel speaker, Dennis Zech had brought with him several weeks ago.

They are on sale in the office!  After Friday, they will be gone!

Virtual Memory with Rise Up Team

Have you seen it on JCTV yet?

If not, here is a clip from the Rise Up Team featuring Palm View alumni being interviewed on the set of the Virtual Memory Game Show.

They all plan to be doctors!

Thursday Letter

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15 October 2009


Did you feel it? I felt the earth move under my feet for 2 minutes this morning as we participated in the Great Shakeout. At 10:15 all of our students dropped, covered, and held on, after which we evacuated the buildings. We have asked the students to talk with you about home emergency preparedness today. It’s Important!

 

You also should be receiving a flyer from the SKILLS FOUNDATION announcing the annual Red-Ribbon Pancake Breakfast on October 24th. Palm View’s banner is on Whittier Blvd near Bright St. We are one of the major sponsors this year. If you come, say hi to me at the Palm View Booth!

Red Ribbon Week is the 24th - 31st. This year we are Fighting Against Drugs, cami style.
      • On Tuesday, Oct 27th, - Dress in RED!
      • On Thursday, Oct 29th, Dress in cami’s (khaki, brown, green, etc)

 

Knock it out of the PARK!

 

In honor of the anticipated defeat of the Angels by the Dodgers in game 7 of the World series, we are beginning our Fall Compassion Campaign. We have teamed up with the church and with First Day Whittier to launch a campaign to aid the homeless and those in local transitional living facilities. Our chapel offerings from now through the end of the year will be going to FIRST DAY WHITTIER. We are also asking students to bring travel toiletries to donate in the offering.

 

To encourage participation, we are asking all students to wear DODGER OR ANGEL attire instead of chapel uniforms for the entire month of October. On Sunday, November 1st, at 6 PM we are asking everybody to come and watch Game 4 of the world series with us. Admission is any donation to FIRST DAY WHITTIER. Dodger Dogs will be on sale for $1. Please help us show Christian compassion to our community in a fun way.

 

Mark your calendar:

 

• Saturday, October 24th RED RIBBON PANCAKE BREAKFAST
• Saturday, October 31st Harvest Festival with Shakey’s Pizza at PVCS
• Saturday, November 7th All Day Marie Callenders Fundraiser (PIH)
• Italian Dinner Fundraiser – YMO at 7 PM
• Saturday, November 10th - CLASSIFIED PTF MEETING -- you better be there!

 LUNCH NOTE – MICROWAVE USAGE

 

The past several years we have provided microwaves for students to use at lunch. During a recent LA County health inspection, we were informed that we can no longer due that. The last day microwaves will be available will be Friday, October 23rd. I apologize for the inconvenience.

 

 Celebrating Individuality!

 

SSHHHHH!!!!! It's a secret

Have you every had a big secret, but couldn't tell anybody?

FOR YOUR EYES ONLY!

You are invited to a special PTF Meeting on Tuesday, November 10th at 6:30 PM

The Agenda is CLASSIFIED

See you there...

$$ Dress Friday

The Student Council had the first meeting today, and twisted my arm.

I've agreed to let them have ...

DOLLAR FREE DRESS FRIDAYS!

Beginning tomorrow! Friday, October 16th!

Harvest Festival

Mark your Calendars for Harvest Festival
Free Food!  Free Bouncers!  Free Candy!
Games, Contests, and More

Wear Your Costumes!

Saturday, October 31st 5 PM - 7 PM

Download a flier and pass it to a friend!

ARE YOU READY FOR THE SHAKEOUT

Great Shake out is Tomorrow at 10:15.  See ya there!

http://www.shakeout.org/

WEATHER FUN - FOOTBALL NEWS

Parents & Players,


It has been great weather lately unfortunately it has interfered with our football schedule. Our game was cancelled on Tuesday and we haven't heard yet when or if there will be a make-up game.

We haven't practiced in some time and so tomorrow the 15th we'll practice after school until 4:30p. Please make every effort to be there.

We once again invite any interested students to join the team and tomorrow's practice would be a great way to begin.

If you have any questions or ways to help the team, contact the office.
Looking forward to our next time together.

COACH JER

p.s. Parents - if any of you would like to bring drinks (preferable with small amounts of sugar) for the game you are more than welcome.

Spiritual Emphasis Week

Today was our first of 4 special chapels for 2009 Spiritual Emphasis Week.  Dennis Zech was here with his cart of tricks.  He spoke about discerning God's truth from the Bible.  He showed us how not to be deceived by the tricks of the Devil.

Card Tricks, Ketchup Bottles, Sugar in Cup, Unending water.... The list goes on.  And Amberly!

The tricks get bigger and better each day!

Remember -- parents, grandparents, and everyone is invited to the Wednesday Chapel at 10 AM and the Special Family Service on Wednesday at 7 PM.  Invite your friends Wednesday, night, even if they don't come to Palm View!  It will be fun!  For more information on them, visit their website!

On Wednesday night and Thursday after chapel, magic tricks will be available for purchase.  You may bring an extra $5-$10.

DONT FORGET -- a Sepcial Offering will also be taken on Wednesday!

Phones & Email System Restored

Thanks to the hard work of XO Communications, our systems have been parttially restored after an 8 hour outage!  It was painful to be thrown back a few years prior to the days of telephone and internet service.  Everything should be back to normal now.  They are still having intermittent problems with our old 562-693-3746 number, so please use our new main number 562-698-2564.

Thank you for a great Donuts with Dad day!  We'll see you next week for Spiritual Emphasis Week!

NEWS FLASH - Email services down

Unfortunately, our web hosting company for http://www.palmviewchristian.org/  is experiencing problems, which also means we are not receiving or able to send any email today, Thursday, 1 October 2009.

If you happen to receive this, it's because our http://www.palmviewchristian.com/ news site utilizes a seperate hosting service to ensure redundancy.

So let us apologize if we haven't responded to any emails yet... it's because we haven't received them!

See you Friday! at Donuts with Dad!

Last Day for Kids Convention 2009 Sign Ups!

What’s oozing with energy, jumping with purpose and exploding with crazy-fun? Where do kids LIVE THEIR FAITH OUTLOUD AND ON PURPOSE?


Kids Convention 2009 from SOCAL Assemblies of God on Vimeo.


It’s Kids Convention 2009. Make it happen on October 10 at South Hills, Corona! Bring your kids (5-12 yrs) and team leaders (children 6 and under need to be accompanied by a parent). If you want to go, email me today! 

Registration is $20.00 per student (after Oct. 1) and $5.00 for your adult leaders.

Choose your lunch options: off-campus fast food, bring your own or buy a $4 hotdog lunch on campus.

For a map, click here.
For a Schedule, click here.

Wednesday Letter Update September 30th

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30 September 2009


Where did the month go? It’s hard to believe we’ve had 4 weeks of school already!

Spirit Week is in full swing! Don’t forget twins day on Thursday, and DONUTS WITH DAD on Friday! Friday’s theme is Construction Zone, so we want all our preschoolers through 8th graders to participate! Muffins, Donuts, and Orange Juice are scheduled with a $5 cost for a special picture

Spiritual Emphasis Week

Next week, we are having 4 special chapel events! Our guest speakers are magicians Dennis and Sandee Zech. They will be here on Tuesday, Wed, and Thursday at 10 AM, and a special family night service on Wednesday evening at 7 PM. Wednesday at 10 AM is a combined chapel as we invite all family members to attend for September’s WISDOM awards. See you there!

Tomorrow, Thursday, is last day to register for Kids Convention.

Kid’s Convention is in Corona on October 10th! This special event finishes off our Spiritual Emphasis Week. We invite everyone to attend, but must have the $15 per child and $5 per adult turned in by Thursday AM. Late Registrations can still pay at the door, but will cost more. For more information check out our news site at www.palmviewchristian.com

FUNDRAISER DUE TODAY!

Don’t forget, you can order online. Please bring back all completed forms to the school office Thursday morning.

CTV DANCE begins on Monday at 2 PM for K-4th and 2:45 for preschool. If you would like to register, complete a brochure. One will also be made available online. Youth Music Outreach is already in full swing, but it’s not too late to join.

FOOTBALL SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED

The full schedule is online, but reserve Thursday, October 8th as the first gameday at 4:30 PM at Lakeland field in Norwalk.

Have you seen the Palm View Christian Red Ribbon on Whittier Blvd?

The first student to tell me what cross street it is between will get a Happy Meal from me! Mark your calendar now for the Red Ribbon Pancake Breakfast at East Whittier Middle School on Saturday, October 24th.

BILLS BILLS BILLS – There has been a glitch in our billing software which is taking much longer to get resolved than I thought. Please bring in your payment by Friday. While I will not be charging any late fees until this is fixed, you do not want to get too far behind. Thank you for your patience.

Flag Football Schedule!

The schedule is here!

Games are on either Tuesday or Thursday, always at 4:30 and always at Lakeland Field.

Our Schedule is:

Thursday, October 8th vs Montebello

Tuesday, October 13th vs Norwalk
Thursday, October 22nd vs Trinity
Thursday, October 29th vs Montebello
Tuesday, November 3rd vs Trinity

Playoffs are either November 5th or 10th, with Championship Game scheduled for November 12th.

GAME NIGHT A SUCCESS!

If you don't believe me, say toy boat, ten times!!!

Thanks to all the students and parents who attended the first sports fun and games night at Trinity Christian School in Norwalk.  We met other students from Montebello, Trinity, and Norwalk Christian.  A good time was had by all!

We will be hosting the next sports league game night in several months, open to all 5th - 8th grade students.

See you then!

Donuts with Dad

Mark your calendars!

Donuts with Dad is this Friday!  The theme is CONSTRUCTION CREW.  Wear your hardhats, suspenders, power tools.  Dress up as a safety cone.  Get the picture?  Then enjoy breakfast with Dad over donuts, coffee and juice.

Get your pictures with Dad for only $5.00

See you there,  beginning at 7 AM on Friday, October 2nd.

Conceptual Frameworks and Your Student (redux)

I saw this post that I had originally written a year ago.  At that time we had made a major switch in curriculum from ABEKA to HM for language arts.  I fielded many questions from the K, 1st and 2nd parents that the first several weeks of work seemed too easy.  For many parents, we rejoice that our youngster can do something quickly, but forget that there are underlying essentials of knowledge that must be in place for success in the later grades.  Our first month usually involves quick review and assessment of simplistic concepts.  This allows us to identify strengths and weaknesses early for differentiated instruction.  Within another month, our students started complaining that they had too much homework and were being challenged.

Here's last years article.  Enjoy:


Conceptual Frameworks and Your Student
In my years of experience as a HR professional, I often had the opportunities to take new employees and direct them into positions that best fit what they had learned and could achieve. The critical difference between employees I interviewed for lead or managerial positions and line worker positions were their critical thinking skills and conceptual frameworks.

In my years studying educational theory since then, we've recognized that how we teach our students from the earliest age affects how they think and the job opportunities they will be presented. An article in the current issue [Summer 2008] of The Kappan (the national educational journal of PDK) examined the discrepancies between high school success and collegiate success. Much of it came down to conceptual frameworks and critical thinking skills.

As educators we are committed to best practices within a Christian worldview. Our recent changes in curriculum are in pursuit of this goal.

Another recent study with pre-schoolers supported this idea. Its critique can also apply to elementary educators. That article continues below:

Too often we give our children answers to remember rather than problems to solve.  Roger Lewin in
Early Developments (Summer 2008), reported on a wide range of findings coming out of the National Center for Early Development and Learning Multi-State Study of Pre-Kindergarten (NCEDL). One analysis of the findings focused on the usefulness of process versus structural measures in evaluating quality. Here is what was found..."Using data from the NCEDL study, researchers compared the benefits of policies that defined the quality of pre-kindergarten programs by either structural or process features.... Structural features included characteristics such as class size, teacher:child ratios, and levels of teacher education. Process features were defined as 'observable social and instructional interactions that children experience directly with teachers in the classroom.'"They found that none of the recommended minimum standards of structural quality were directly related to children's development of receptive language (words they understood), expressive language (words they were able to use), rhyming, problem solving, letter naming, or behavior. Yet each dimension of process quality examined was associated with at least one area of development. Children learned best when teachers' interactions promoted conceptual development and offered feedback on children's learning. Children showed considerably larger gains in language and social development when they experienced higher quality instruction or more responsive and sensitive interactions with the teacher."These findings suggest that state-funded pre-kindergarten programs and policies should not rely on structural features alone to promote development. High quality interactions between teachers and children are the active ingredient through which pre-K programs foster the academic, language, and social competencies of children. In fact, the evidence suggests that when state policy only focuses on structural features, pre-kindergarten programs may fall short of their potential for facilitating children's development."