BCE Bearmail 5/22/15

May 22, 2015

 

Dear BCE Families,

 

Reminder ~ Just a reminder that there will be no school on Monday.  Enjoy the long Memorial Day weekend and we'll see you back at BCE bright and early on Tuesday!

 

BCE Carnival ~ Another successful Carnival and Silent Auction is behind us!  What a fun and exciting day it was.  Thank you to our families who attended the Carnival and bid on items from the Silent Auction and a big THANK YOU goes out to all our families who donated their time and energies to working before, during and after the big day to make it such a success.

 

Family Surveys ~ Please complete our family survey.  The information we get from them is very important and allows us to refine what we do to better support our students and their families.  Hard copies are available in the office and there is a link to the survey on the BCE website as well.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/TZJTSZK

 

Thank You!

 

Band Festival ~ I hope many of you had the opportunity to go to the band festival on Tuesday.  What an amazing group of musicians we have in our District.  Thank you Carey Liston for providing such a great foundation for the students at BCE!

 

Kindergarten Orientation and Tour ~ If you have a child, or know of a child, who will be starting kindergarten in the fall, our final Kindergarten Orientation and Tour is set for next Friday May 29^th.  Please call to reserve your spot.   

 

California State Testing ~ Most of our 3rd, 4^th and 5^th grade students have completed all their state testing.  They did a great job and I was so proud of their stamina and perseverance.  The BCE Way in action!  Well done 3^rd, 4^th and 5^th graders! 

Up Coming Dates to Remember

• Monday 5/25 = No School (Memorial Day)
• Wednesday 6/10 = NO Early Out
• 6/11 = Last Student Day, Early Dismissal (12:15 Dismissal for grades 1 – 5)
• Monday 6/4 = Parent Club Meeting (6:30, BCE Library)

Wishing you all a wonderful three-day weekend.

 

The BCE Way:  BE RESPECTFUL, BE SAFE, BE RESPONSIBLE

Family Surveys ~ Please complete our family survey by clicking on the following link.  The information we get from them is very important and allows us to refine what we do to better support our students and their families.  Thank You!

The BCE Way:  BE RESPECTFUL, BE SAFE, BE RESPONSIBLE

 

BCE PARENT CLUB EVENT & MEETING REMINDERS:

The Parents Club would like to send out a super big THANK YOU to everyone who participated in our 16^th Annual Carnival and Silent Auction. It was so amazing to see everyone having such a blast, playing and helping out, and being the most incredible community that we are all so fortunate to be a part of. We are already looking forward to next year's bash!

 

Change in June Parents Club Meeting – We will be meeting Thursday, June 4^th rather than June 15^th. It will still be at 6:30pm in the Library. As always, free childcare will be provided. It's just not the same without you, so make everyone happy and stop by. We will be voting on next year's officers.

 

 

Email us at bcepc.execs@gmail.com

Visit us at https://sites.google.com/site/bceparentsclub/

COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITY LINK

 

Please click on the following link to view a variety of opportunities for your child(ren) that are offered throughout the valley and Santa Cruz areas by various organizations, such as Boy/Girl Scouts, Sports, Arts-Drama-Theater, Local Events, Community Service, Quest/YMCA (before/after-school child care), etc. Link here:  https://sites.google.com/a/slvusd.org/community-link/

 

This link is provided as a courtesy for parents & students, by the San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District, to receive information of current local events and opportunities.  The San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District does not sponsor or endorse any of the organizations or events that are located here.

 

The Flyer Process for San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District is posted on the "home" page of the District website at www.slvusd.org.   The flyers and/or blurbs are no longer inserted into the school newsletters or distributed to the children.  The District is making an effort to reduce the amount of paper that is sent home with your child(ren) and is working together to streamline the newsletter so that you read about the most important information regarding your child's school.  The District has created a website where all of the approved flyers will be posted (Community Opportunity).

 

If you know someone who would like to receive Bearmail, please have them email rogilvie@slvusd.org.

If you no longer wish to receive Bearmail, please email rogilvie@slvusd.org.

Please do not reply to Bearmail.  Instead, email asteinberg@slvusd.org, or mzavaroni@slvusd.org.

Fwd: Special BCE Bearmail 5/21/15 - Family Dinner Night Tonight!

May 21, 2015

 

Dear BCE Families,

 

Join us! Join us at Los Amigos Taqueria tonight for a meal that's sure to be MUY DELICIOSO!  20% of tonight's sales will benefit the kindergarten classes at BCE.  You don't have to cook, you get to eat your favorite foods, and you benefit kindergarteners - now, that's a trifecta of awesomeness!  See you there.

BCE VOLUNTEERS FOR REDWOOD MOUNTAIN FAIRE - 2016 5th Grade Science Camp Fundraiser 

Help support BCE students attend Science Camp in 2016 by volunteering at the Beverage Ticket Sales Booth either Saturday, May 30th or Sunday, May 31st, at Roaring Camp in Felton.  The percentage of proceeds we receive is based on the volunteer hours we put in.

Please visit this link to sign up http://slvrmf.ivolunteer.com/beverageticketsalesboothtwo.  Sign ups must be completed by May 25. 

Admittance is free for volunteering adults. Children 12 and under are free.  

QUESTIONS? Contact Nicole at 831-331-3431 or Nicole.berridge@gmail.com

COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITY LINK

 

Please click on the following link to view a variety of opportunities for your child(ren) that are offered throughout the valley and Santa Cruz areas by various organizations, such as Boy/Girl Scouts, Sports, Arts-Drama-Theater, Local Events, Community Service, Quest/YMCA (before/after-school child care), etc. Link here:  https://sites.google.com/a/slvusd.org/community-link/

 

This link is provided as a courtesy for parents & students, by the San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District, to receive information of current local events and opportunities.  The San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District does not sponsor or endorse any of the organizations or events that are located here.

 

The Flyer Process for San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District is posted on the "home" page of the District website at www.slvusd.org.   The flyers and/or blurbs are no longer inserted into the school newsletters or distributed to the children.  The District is making an effort to reduce the amount of paper that is sent home with your child(ren) and is working together to streamline the newsletter so that you read about the most important information regarding your child's school.  The District has created a website where all of the approved flyers will be posted (Community Opportunity).

 

If you know someone who would like to receive Bearmail, please have them email rogilvie@slvusd.org.

If you no longer wish to receive Bearmail, please email rogilvie@slvusd.org.

Please do not reply to Bearmail.  Instead, email asteinberg@slvusd.org, or mzavaroni@slvusd.org.

BCE Bearmail 5/15/15

May 15, 2015

 

Dear BCE Families,

 

THE CARNIVAL IS COMING! THE CARNIVAL IS HERE! ~ The weather should be great tomorrow and I plan on spending the day at our Carnival and Silent Auction!  I hope you are able to join me at this fun family event.

 

Family Surveys ~ Please complete our family survey by clicking on the following link.  The information we get from them is very important and allows us to refine what we do to better support our students and their families.  Thank You!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/TZJTSZK

 

Band Festival ~ Don't miss our 6th Annual All-District Band Festival in the SLVHS Gym on May 19th at 7pm.  This is a great chance to hear from all of the school bands in our district.  Why don't we host this event in our new theater?  Well, it's because there will be 140+/- students performing in the finale (that's a record for us and you won't want to miss it)!  Come early and support SLV Music Boosters by purchasing a hot dog dinner for $5 from 6-6:45 pm.

Hope to see you there!  Please see attached flyer.

 

California State Testing ~ Most of our 3rd, 4^th and 5^th grade students are half way through their online state testing.  Please help your student do their best work by having a healthy breakfast with some protein and make sure they get a good night's sleep. 

Upcoming Dates to Remember

• 5/11 – 5/22 = 3^rd – 5^th grade California State Testing
• Saturday 5/16 = BCE Carnival
• Thursday 5/21 = Family Dinner Night, Taqueria Los Amigos
• Monday 5/25 = No School (Memorial Day)
• Wednesday 6/10 = NO Early Out
• 6/11 = Last Student Day, Early Dismissal (12:15 Dismissal for grades 1 – 5)

Attendance Facts:

Missing classes in elementary school sets the stage for problems later.  If students are absent or tardy it is often difficult for them to stay at grade level.  Students who don't read at grade level by the end of third grade are four times more likely to become high school dropouts. 

 

Thank you for supporting your student by getting them to school every day and on time!

 

Safety Tip of the Week:

As the long hot days of summer approach, please encourage your students to stay hydrated and wear sunscreen.  Just a reminder that while hats can't be worn in class, we encourage our students to wear hats as sun protection when they are outside.

 

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend.

The BCE Way:  BE RESPECTFUL, BE SAFE, BE RESPONSIBLE

 

BCE PARENT CLUB EVENT & MEETING REMINDERS:

BCE Carnival – Come get your FUN tomorrow Saturday, May 16^th from 10:30 to 3:30 for the 26^th annual BCE Carnival & Silent Auction . You'll be able to rock a variety of games, bounce, slide and navigate through houses of extraordinary fun, make a splash in the dunk tank, experience the exhilaration of face painting, capture memories in the photo booth, devour some delicious concessions, show off your hula-hooping skills, throw & kick some balls, blow bubbles, and much much more!

 

BCE VOLUNTEERS FOR REDWOOD MOUNTAIN FAIRE - 2016 5th Grade Science Camp Fundraiser 

Help support BCE students attend Science Camp in 2016 by volunteering at the Beverage Ticket Sales Booth either Saturday, May 30th or Sunday, May 31st, at Roaring Camp in Felton.  The percentage of proceeds we receive is based on the volunteer hours we put in.

Please visit this link to sign up http://slvrmf.ivolunteer.com/beverageticketsalesboothtwo.  Sign ups must be completed by May 25. 

Admittance is free for volunteering adults. Children 12 and under are free.  

QUESTIONS? Contact Nicole at 831-331-3431 or Nicole.berridge@gmail.com

 

 

Email us at bcepc.execs@gmail.com

Visit us at https://sites.google.com/site/bceparentsclub/

COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITY LINK

 

Please click on the following link to view a variety of opportunities for your child(ren) that are offered throughout the valley and Santa Cruz areas by various organizations, such as Boy/Girl Scouts, Sports, Arts-Drama-Theater, Local Events, Community Service, Quest/YMCA (before/after-school child care), etc. Link here:  https://sites.google.com/a/slvusd.org/community-link/

 

This link is provided as a courtesy for parents & students, by the San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District, to receive information of current local events and opportunities.  The San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District does not sponsor or endorse any of the organizations or events that are located here.

 

The Flyer Process for San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District is posted on the "home" page of the District website at www.slvusd.org.   The flyers and/or blurbs are no longer inserted into the school newsletters or distributed to the children.  The District is making an effort to reduce the amount of paper that is sent home with your child(ren) and is working together to streamline the newsletter so that you read about the most important information regarding your child's school.  The District has created a website where all of the approved flyers will be posted (Community Opportunity).

 

If you know someone who would like to receive Bearmail, please have them email rogilvie@slvusd.org.

If you no longer wish to receive Bearmail, please email rogilvie@slvusd.org.

Please do not reply to Bearmail.  Instead, email asteinberg@slvusd.org, or mzavaroni@slvusd.org.

BCE Bearmail 5/8/15

May 8, 2015

 

Dear BCE Families,

 

Thank You! ~ It was wonderful seeing so many of you at Back to School Night yesterday.  The students have worked hard all year and I know how proud they were to show off their work.  Your ongoing support for your students is so important for their continued success. 

 

Thank you Betsy Garties, Parent Club and 4^th grade families and friends for making the BBQ such a success.

 

Thank you Kili Crandall and our Art Masterpiece volunteers for making the Student Art Show such a showcase for our talented students.

 

Thank you Carey Liston for the fun musical performances.  You can't beat live entertainment, especially when it's our own BCE Bears!

 

Student Author Fair ~ I hope you had the opportunity to see the work of our amazing student authors.  The Student Author Fair at the Capitola Mall was a great success last weekend and I know you are as proud of them as I am.  Keep up the great writing BCE Bears!

 

Coins for Nepal ~ BCE is interested in helping victims in Nepal with a "Coins for Nepal" drive to send relief money to the earthquake victims.  Please help by bringing in your coins as often as you like!  There is a collection bin in every classroom and a large one in the office.  This is a great opportunity for our students to help others in need and see how our small individual contributions can become a generous donation when we work together.  Thank you for your support.

 

GATE Family Night ~ Please find attached an invitation to all parents of GATE students to attend a parent education evening on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at 6:00-7:30 PM in Room 12, at SLVUSD District Office. The focus of the meeting is on "How to Support your Child in Dealing with Stress and Anxiety" and will be hosted by Debi Bodenheimer and Lynn Chappell.  You do not need to be the parent of a GATE student to attend this event.  Please see the attached flyer for additional information.

 

4^th grade Trip to Cabrillo ~ I had the opportunity to accompany our 4^th graders to Cabrillo College today.  Our students were amazing and it was a privilege to introduce them to a college campus and begin opening their minds to all the possibilities available to them.   We have amazing students here at BCE that will change the world!

 

California State Testing ~ Our state testing window is open!  Our fifth graders completed the state science test this week and next week all our 3^rd, 4^th and 5^th graders will begin the Math and Language Arts portion of the test.  Please help your student do their best work by having a healthy breakfast with some protein and make sure they get a good night's sleep. 

 

Support BCE ~ Just a reminder that there are several ongoing opportunities to support our fine, fine school.  We collect Box Tops for Education all year long.  If you sign up for the Amazon Smile program a percentage of your sale will be donated to BCE and finally, you can sign up for the E-scrip program.  For additional information on all of these great programs please visit our Parent Club web site.

 

Up Coming Dates to Remember

• 5/11 – 5/22 = 3^rd – 5^th grade California State Testing
• Tuesday 5/12 = Parent Club Meeting, 6:30 BCE Library
• Saturday 5/16 = BCE Carnival
• Thursday 5/21 = Family Dinner Night, Taqueria Los Amigos
• Monday 5/25 = No School (Memorial Day)
• Wednesday 6/10 = NO Early Out
• 6/11 = Last Student Day, Early Dismissal (12:15 Dismissal for grades 1 – 5)

Attendance Facts:

If you are struggling to get your students to school or get them to school on time, I'd be happy to sit down with you and try to come up with a solution.  Often times we are able to sit down with you and your student and come up with a plan that we all agree on.  We're a team who works together for your student's success.  Please let me know if I can help.

 

Thank you for supporting your student by getting them to school every day and on time!

 

Safety Tip of the Week:

Please make sure your voicemail mailbox is not full.  Several times each week we try to reach parents with information regarding their students only to find out that we can't leave a message because the mailbox is full.  Thank you for your support!

 

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend and a Happy Mother's Day!

Incoming 6th Grade Parent Night

Tuesday, May 12, 6:00 pm

Incoming Sixth-Grade Parent Night will be held on Tuesday, May 12 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the Middle School Gym. 

Parents of current Fifth-Grade students are invited to come for an informative presentation on the SLVMS Sixth-Grade program and school-wide opportunities for students.

This is your chance to hear the scoop on Middle School and have your questions answered.

The BCE Way:  BE RESPECTFUL, BE SAFE, BE RESPONSIBLE

 

BCE PARENT CLUB EVENT & MEETING REMINDERS:

Parents Club Meeting – We hope to see your beautiful face at the upcoming Parents Club Meeting, Tuesday – May 12^th  at 6:30pm in the Library. As always, free childcare will be provided. It's just not the same without you, so make everyone happy and stop by. We will be voting on next year's officers.

 

BCE Carnival – Come get your FUN on next Saturday, May 16^th from 10:30 to 3:30 for the 26^th annual BCE Carnival & Silent Auction . You'll be able to rock a variety of games, bounce, slide and navigate through houses of extraordinary fun, make a splash in the dunk tank, experience the exhilaration of face painting, capture memories in the photo booth, devour some delicious concessions, show off your hula-hooping skills, throw & kick some balls, blow bubbles, and much much more!

 

Carnival Volunteers - We NEED you!  We NEED you! We NEED you!!!!

 

Teacher's Booth – Please fill up those volunteer booth slots outside your teacher's door.  You'll have the time of your life volunteering and you'll be helping your child create memories at the same time.

 

Silent Auction Basket – Each class donates a gift basket to the Silent Auction. Please bring 1 to 2 items that fit your class' theme. It's not too late to donate!

 

Open House– We're sending out a huge THANK YOU to our 4^th grade parents for making the BBQ happen, our Learning Garden parents for their amazing service all year, and the Art Masterpiece parents for creating a beautifully creative art show. 

BCE VOLUNTEERS FOR REDWOOD MOUNTAIN FAIRE - 2016 5th Grade Science Camp Fundraiser 

Help support BCE students attend Science Camp in 2016 by volunteering at the Beverage Ticket Sales Booth either Saturday, May 30th or Sunday, May 31st, at Roaring Camp in Felton.  The percentage of proceeds we receive is based on the volunteer hours we put in.

Please visit this link to sign up http://slvrmf.ivolunteer.com/beverageticketsalesboothtwo.  Sign must be completed by May 25. 

Admittance is free for volunteering adults. Children 12 and under are free.  

QUESTIONS? Contact Nicole at 831-331-3431 or Nicole.berridge@gmail.com

Thank you to the Cub Scout Pack 623 for donating the most amazing saw horses of all time to help our organization advertise our amazing events!

 

 

 

 

Email us at bcepc.execs@gmail.com

Visit us at https://sites.google.com/site/bceparentsclub/

COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITY LINK

 

Please click on the following link to view a variety of opportunities for your child(ren) that are offered throughout the valley and Santa Cruz areas by various organizations, such as Boy/Girl Scouts, Sports, Arts-Drama-Theater, Local Events, Community Service, Quest/YMCA (before/after-school child care), etc. Link here:  https://sites.google.com/a/slvusd.org/community-link/

 

This link is provided as a courtesy for parents & students, by the San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District, to receive information of current local events and opportunities.  The San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District does not sponsor or endorse any of the organizations or events that are located here.

 

The Flyer Process for San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District is posted on the "home" page of the District website at www.slvusd.org.   The flyers and/or blurbs are no longer inserted into the school newsletters or distributed to the children.  The District is making an effort to reduce the amount of paper that is sent home with your child(ren) and is working together to streamline the newsletter so that you read about the most important information regarding your child's school.  The District has created a website where all of the approved flyers will be posted (Community Opportunity).

 

If you know someone who would like to receive Bearmail, please have them email rogilvie@slvusd.org.

If you no longer wish to receive Bearmail, please email rogilvie@slvusd.org.

Please do not reply to Bearmail.  Instead, email asteinberg@slvusd.org, or mzavaroni@slvusd.org.

Special BCE Bearmail - Open House Tonight! 5/7/15

May 7, 2015

 

Dear BCE Families,

 

Open House Tonight!  It's been un-bear-ably dry up until today, so help us cele-bear-ate the unexpected showers by joining us for the open house BBQ at 5 - 6:15 pm.  Bring your um-bear-ellas, we will wipe off picnic tables - you will bear-ly notice the rain!  

Here is a reminder of this evening's event schedule:

EVENT SCHEDULE

Book Fair in the Library                                5:30 – 7:30

Parent Club BBQ                                           5:00 – 6:15

Art Masterpiece Display                                5:00 – 7:30

Band Performance                                        5:45 – 6:20

VISIT CLASSROOMS, COMPUTER LAB

& SCIENCE LAB                                             6:30 – 7:30

Students visiting computer & science labs must be accompanied by an adult.  Please support all of our community by helping to make this a scent-free event.

The BCE Way:  BE RESPECTFUL, BE SAFE, BE RESPONSIBLE

 

If you know someone who would like to receive Bearmail, please have them email rogilvie@slvusd.org.

If you no longer wish to receive Bearmail, please email rogilvie@slvusd.org.

Please do not reply to Bearmail.  Instead, email hchinello@slvusd.org, or mzavaroni@slvusd.org.

BCE Bearmail 5/1/15

May 1, 2015

 

Dear BCE Families,

 

Student Author Fair ~ Please join several of our staff members, tomorrow at the Capitola Mall. Many classes at BCE will be participating in the Student Author Fair at Capitola Mall. Student books will be on display from 10:00 – 3:00 pm and there is an opportunity for students to read their book aloud to the visitors. Hope to see you there!

 

Open House ~ I'm looking forward to seeing everyone on Thursday for our annual BCE Open House. The Parent Club BBQ starts at 5:00 pm, the Book Fair opens at 5:30 pm. The band performance begins at 5:45pm and the classrooms will be open from 6:30 – 7:30 pm.  Don't forget the Art Masterpiece display that will be open in the MP from 5:00 – 7:30 pm.

 

Coins for Nepal ~ BCE is interested in helping victims in Nepal with a "Coins for Nepal" drive to send relief money to the earthquake victims.  Please help by bringing in your coins as often as you like!  There is a collection bin in every classroom.  This is a great opportunity for our students to help others in need and see how our small individual contributions can become a generous donation when we work together.  Thank you for your support.

 

GATE Family Night ~ Please find attached an invitation to all parents of GATE students to attend a parent education evening on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at 6:00-7:30 PM in Room 12, at SLVUSD District Office. The focus of the meeting is on "How to Support your Child in Dealing with Stress and Anxiety" and will be hosted by Debi Bodenheimer and Lynn Chappell.  You do not need to be the parent of a GATE student to attend this event.  Please see the attached flyer for additional information.

Are you returning to BCE? ~ Please return the yellow forms you received approximately two weeks' ago asking if your kindergarten through 4^th grade students would be retuning to BCE in the fall.  This information is critical for us as we try to staff and plan for next year.  Thank you for your support.

Up Coming Dates to Remember

• 5/4 – 5/8 = BCE Book Fair
• Thursday 5/7 = Open House
• 5/11 – 5/22 = 3^rd – 5^th grade California State Testing
• Saturday 5/16 = BCE Carnival
• Tuesday 5/12 = Parent Club Meeting, 6:30 pm, BCE Library
• Thursday 5/21 = Family Dinner Night, Taqueria Los Amigos
• Monday 5/25 = No School (Memorial Day)
• Wednesday 6/10 = NO Early Out
• 6/11 = Last Student Day, Early Dismissal (12:15 Dismissal for grades 1 – 5)

Attendance Facts:

There is a direct correlation between good attendance in kindergarten and 1^st grade and academic success in 3^rd grade.  Students can become at risk by missing nine days during their kindergarten and first grade years.  The risk of the absences negatively impacting their achievement become high when students miss 18 or more days in each of those two years.

 

Thank you for supporting your student by getting them to school every day and on time!

 

Safety Tip of the Week:

One of the best ways to help BCE keep your student safe is by providing us with current contact numbers, emergency pick-up list, and health updates as needed.

 

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend!

Incoming 6th Grade Parent Night

Tuesday, May 12, 6:00 pm

Incoming Sixth-Grade Parent Night will be held on Tuesday, May 12 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the Middle School Gym. 

Parents of current Fifth-Grade students are invited to come for an informative presentation on the SLVMS Sixth-Grade program and school-wide opportunities for students.

This is your chance to hear the scoop on Middle School and have your questions answered.

Information and FAQ's regarding Districts transition to 1:1 devices for 6^th -12^th grades.

 

Assembly Bill (AB) 1575

AB 1575 specifies that students may not be required to pay fees, deposits, or other charges (such as the costs of supplies) for his/her participation in an educational activity that is an integral fundamental part of a school district's educational program. (See also, District Board Policy 3260.). However, AB 1575 does not prevent schools from offering or recommending supplemental materials for parents to purchase for school or home usage. Furthermore, AB 1575 does not prohibit any fee, charge, or deposit that is otherwise expressly permitted by law.  The sale and lease of laptop computers to parents of students is expressly permitted by California Education Code Section 17453.1.  (See also, District Administrative Regulation 3260.)

 

Please note that students are not required to bring their own electronic devices to school, SLVUSD will provide ChromeBooks for school use to all students who do not have their own device. We will also assist families in purchasing devices who need assistance.

 

Know Your Rights - Free Public Education in California

Frequently Asked Questions

 

May a school charge students for elective classes or extracurricular activities?

·      No. Schools may not charge fees for participation in classes or extracurricular activities. It does not matter if the class or activity is compulsory or elective. Prohibited fees include required security deposits or required purchases of materials or equipment necessary for participation in the class or extracurricular activity.

Does AB 1575 prohibit any student fees that were previously legal?

·     No. AB 1575 explicitly states that it is "declarative of existing law and shall not be interpreted to prohibit the imposition of a fee, deposit, or other charge otherwise allowed by law." (California Education Code Section 49011(e).) The goal of AB 1575 is to ensure all students' constitutional rights are protected by improving awareness of existing law and providing a means for resolving concerns swiftly and without costly litigation.

May a school charge fees only to those students who can afford them and offer waivers for those who cannot?

·     No. A waiver process based on financial need or inability to pay does not make an otherwise impermissible fee permissible.

Are there any fees that a school may charge?

·     Yes. There are some specific fees, charges and deposits that are legally permissible because they are specifically authorized by state law and not otherwise prohibited by the state constitution. For example, schools may charge for:  optional attendance as a spectator at a school or district-sponsored activity (e.g., attending a school dance); food served to students, subject to free and reduced price meal program eligibility and other restrictions; the cost of replacing school books or supplies loaned to a student that the student fails to return or willfully damages (up to an amount not to exceed $10,000); sale or lease of Internet devices or computers to parents of students within the school district.

For information on other fees authorized by state law:

·      Reference guidance issued by the California Department of Education regarding student fees:  http://www.cde.ca.gov/re/lr/fm/

·      District Board Policy 3260 and Administrative Regulation 3260

May a school request and receive donations from parents and guardians?

·      Yes, of course. Schools, districts, school programs, teachers and coaches can, and do seek, and accept voluntary donations of funds and property. The key point is that the donations must be truly voluntary. A student's participation in a class, program or activity cannot be conditioned upon receipt of a "donation." To avoid any misinterpretations, AB 1575 includes a provision that states that the bill "shall not be interpreted to prohibit solicitation of voluntary donations of funds or property, voluntary participation in fundraising activities, or school districts, schools, and other entities from providing pupils prizes or other recognition for voluntarily participating in fundraising activities." (California Education Code Section 49011(c).)

 What can I do if I believe I am being charged an illegal fee?

·      You may raise your concern with school or district administrators and request reimbursement where appropriate. As described above, you now have the option of filing a complaint at your school and seeking reimbursement through the simple Uniform Complaint Process.  The District's complaint procedures as they relate to illegal fees are set forth in Board Policies 1312.3 and 3260.  If you wish to explore all of your legal options, you should consult with an attorney.  

Where can I find more information about the legality of specific types of fees?

·      While we can offer no endorsement or assurances of accuracy, you may find the following resources useful:  the California Department of Education distributed a fiscal management advisory regarding pupil fees, deposits and other charges to all County and District Superintendents and Charter School Administrators on November 9, 2011: http://www.cde.ca.gov/re/lr/fm/. California's Fiscal Crisis and Management Assistance Team (FCMAT) has posted Guidelines for Student Fees, published by the Tulare County Counsel, on its website: http://wwwstatic.kern.org/gems/fcmat/StudentfeesguidelinesTulareC.pdf.

 

· Many school districts have information about student fees on their websites now. For example, San Diego Unified School District provides an overview of how the law regarding student fees has developed: http://www.sandi.net/Page/3094.

Where can I get a copy of Assembly Bill 1575?

·      The text of the bill is posted at: http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/pub/11-12/bill/asm/ab_1551-1600/ab_1575_bill_20120929_chaptered.pdf.

The BCE Way:  BE RESPECTFUL, BE SAFE, BE RESPONSIBLE

 

BCE PARENT CLUB EVENT & MEETING REMINDERS:

Open House – We have two amazing events happening at Open House this year on Thursday, May 7^th.  Our annual Art Masterpiece show will be presented in the multi-purpose room.  Come on in and view the student's fantastic artwork.  The children and their parent volunteers have been working all year to create artwork inspired by famous artists.  You won't want to miss it.

We will also be sponsoring the annual Open House BBQ  & Bake Sale.  You'll enjoy a tasty BBQ while catching up with community friends.  Fill your belly before heading into the classrooms to see your child's hard work from the year.  All proceeds will benefit the 4^th grade students going to science camp next year.  If you are a parent of a current 4^th grader, please email bcepc.execs@gmail.com to help volunteer with cooking, tending the register, set up and take down.

 

Parent Club Meeting – Please note that our May meeting is not on a Thursday, but rather a Tuesday – May 12^th.  It was switched due to Open House.  It will still be at 6:30pm in the Library.  As always, free childcare will be provided.  It's just not the same without you, so make everyone happy and stop by.  We will be voting on next year's officers.

 

BCE Carnival – Can't you just feel the excitement!  You won't have to wait long now, the annual BCE Carnival and Silent Auction are around the corner – just two weeks away!  Be there for the magic on Saturday, May 16^th from 10:30 to 3:30.  You'll be able to rock a variety of games, bounce, slide and navigate through houses of extraordinary fun, make a splash in the dunk tank, experience the exhilaration of face painting, capture memories in the photo booth, devour some delicious concessions, show off your hula-hooping skills, throw & kick some balls, blow bubbles, and much much more!

 

Carnival Volunteers - We need you!  You know you don't want to let down your teacher.  Please sign up with your child's teacher on the orange sheet posted outside his/her door.  You are more than welcome to sign up for more than one timeslot even for another teacher.  If you would rather help with the Silent Auction, the BBQ, a bounce house, or roam to where help is needed at the moment, please email Tammy Schultz at bcepc.execs@gmail.com. 

BCE VOLUNTEERS FOR REDWOOD MOUNTAIN FAIRE - 2016 5th Grade Science Camp Fundraiser 

Help support BCE students attend Science Camp in 2016 by volunteering at the Beverage Ticket Sales Booth either Saturday, May 30th or Sunday, May 31st, at Roaring Camp in Felton.  The percentage of proceeds we receive is based on the volunteer hours we put in.

Please visit this link to sign up http://slvrmf.ivolunteer.com/beverageticketsalesboothtwo.  Sign must be completed by May 25. 

Admittance is free for volunteering adults. Children 12 and under are free.  

QUESTIONS? Contact Nicole at 831-331-3431 or Nicole.berridge@gmail.com

 

 

 

 

Email us at bcepc.execs@gmail.com

Visit us at https://sites.google.com/site/bceparentsclub/

COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITY LINK

 

Please click on the following link to view a variety of opportunities for your child(ren) that are offered throughout the valley and Santa Cruz areas by various organizations, such as Boy/Girl Scouts, Sports, Arts-Drama-Theater, Local Events, Community Service, Quest/YMCA (before/after-school child care), etc. Link here:  https://sites.google.com/a/slvusd.org/community-link/

 

This link is provided as a courtesy for parents & students, by the San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District, to receive information of current local events and opportunities.  The San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District does not sponsor or endorse any of the organizations or events that are located here.

 

The Flyer Process for San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District is posted on the "home" page of the District website at www.slvusd.org.   The flyers and/or blurbs are no longer inserted into the school newsletters or distributed to the children.  The District is making an effort to reduce the amount of paper that is sent home with your child(ren) and is working together to streamline the newsletter so that you read about the most important information regarding your child's school.  The District has created a website where all of the approved flyers will be posted (Community Opportunity).

 

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