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PTA News - Oct 7, 2018

Walkathon

We have less than a week before we get to see how many laps we can shred and to show off our surf moves on the mechanical surfboard. The Hang 10 Walkathon takes place October 13th on the Gardner Bullis campus!!! Pre-registration is closed, but that doesn't mean you can't join the fun. Registrations continue and we have ordered a few extra shirts, so we hope to get you the sizes you want. Either way, you definitely DON'T want to miss it!! And if you have already completed registration, it's time to set up your personal Pledgestar page and start collecting pledges. Visit https://pledgestar.com/gardnerbulliswat/? to get started.

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The MVLA Parent Education Speaker Series

Please join us for an evening with Dr. Rafael Pelayo.
Sleep: Crucial Key to Wellness and Success
Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2018 - 7:00 - 9:00pm

LAHS Eagle Theatre

201 Almond Avenue, Los Altos, CA

Why is sleep so essential to good health? What are signs of poor sleep and how can you address them? Join us as Dr. Rafael Pelayo explores the crucial role sleep plays in healthy child and adolescent development and shares the latest research in sleep science at Stanford—where sleep medicine began.

Topics discussed will include:

·        Sleep, the brain, and the mental health connection

·        The underappreciated importance of sleep for children and teens

·        Impacts of prolonged sleep deficits on learning, behavior, and health

·        Signs of poor sleep and pediatric sleep disorders

·        The impact of technology use on sleep

·        Lack of sleep and driving safety

·        Sleep and school start time

·        Recommended sleep for elementary, middle and high school students

·        What you can do if you are concerned about your child’s or teen’s sleep habits

Dr. Rafael Pelayo is a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Stanford Center for Sleep Sciences and Medicine. His clinical focus has been the treatment of sleep disorders in patients of all ages and he has served as chair of the Sleep Disorders Research Advisory Board of the National Center for Sleep Disorders Research at the National Heart Lung Blood Institute at the National Institute of Health. Dr. Pelayo has also chaired the pediatric special interest section of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Currently, he teaches the Stanford University Sleep and Dreams undergraduate course alongside Dr. William Dement. Together, they co-authored the course textbook, Dement’s Sleep and Dreams, 2nd Edition.

Register for this free event athttps://mvla2018-19-rafaelpelayo.eventbrite.com.

Spanish translation will be available. Please indicate interest on Eventbrite when registering.

Sponsored by Los Altos Educational Foundation (LAEF), MVLA High School Foundation, Mountain View Educational Foundation (MVEF), and Los Altos-Mountain View PTA Council.

LASD News - Oct 7, 2018

We Want to Hear from You—Please Join Us

Los Altos School District Board Meeting—October 8, 2018

The Los Altos School District is working to achieve a solution to protect our award-winning, small school model through a unique collaboration with the City of Mountain View. With 10 schools on 9 sites and thousands of new homes in our area in the next ten years, the Board has been engaged in a 5-year, community-driven process to determine a solution to protect our small schools.

Tonight, the Board will review the last five years of public input and potential scenarios to implement community-driven ideas. There will be no action taken at this meeting, but we encourage our community to attend, to listen, and provide feedback.

Please visit our Agenda Online page to view the agenda and Board presentations. All Board meetings begin at 7pm in the Board Room at the District Office (201 Covington Road, Los Altos). Click here for more information on the community-driven process to protect our small school model. If you are unable to attend the meeting but would like to watch the proceedings, please click here.

LAEF News - Oct 7, 2018

We've raised $1.5 Million ... well on our way to our $3.5 Million fundraising goal!
To those of you who have donated this school year -- Thank You!

Donate or pledge today.

Our goal is $3.5 million and 100% participation from all of our LASD families. The suggested annual donation is $1,200 per student or $120/month per student. Every donation of any amount is appreciated.
-Find out all the ways your child will benefit from your donation to LAEF this school

year.
- Watch this2-minute video and learn why our local public schools need your financial

support.

LAEF • P.O. Box 98 • Los Altos, CA 94023 • Phone: (650) 559-0445

Community News - Oct 7, 2018

'Twas a Week Before Halloween Movie Night

Halloween Window Painting Contest
Calling all 4th Graders and up!

Date: Thursday, October 18, 2018 (All day) to Saturday, October 20, 2018 (All day)

School Announcements - Sept 30, 2018

Walkathon Charity Bake Sale!

When: Friday, October 12 2:30-4:30 pm
Hang with us after school on Friday and get amped for Walkathon!
We will be selling some far out treats, sure to get you stoked for Saturday's events!

Sponsored by Together We Can
Proceeds go directly to Share Our Strength's No Kid Hungry Campaign

PTA News - Sept 30, 2018

Walkathon

We have less than 2 weeks before we get to see how many laps we can shred and to show off our surf moves on the mechanical surfboard. The Hang 10 Walkathon takes place October 13th on the Gardner Bullis campus!!! Pre-registration is closed, but that doesn't mean you can't join the fun. Registrations continue and we have ordered a few extra shirts, so we hope to get you the sizes you want. Either way, you definitely DON'T want to miss it!! And if you have already completed registration, it's time to set up your personal Pledgestar page and start collecting pledges. Visit https://pledgestar.com/gardnerbulliswat/? to get started.

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The MVLA Parent Education Speaker Series

Please join us for an evening with Dr. Rafael Pelayo.
Sleep: Crucial Key to Wellness and Success
Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2018 - 7:00 - 9:00pm

LAHS Eagle Theatre

LASD News - Sept 30, 2018

Friday’s Teacher Training Focused on Student Achievement

Research shows that inspired and informed teachers are the most important factor to driving strong student achievement. That’s why LASD invests in professional development for all teachers so they are trained in the latest and most effective educational strategies.

Last Friday, all LASD teachers participated in an array of courses to hone their teaching skills in literacy, science, math, and social studies. Experts worked with groups of first-year and experienced teachers alike. Following this coursework, our literacy, science, and math coaches provided ongoing expertise and support as teachers put their skills to work in the classroom. Teachers also collaborated in grade-level groups to refine classroom implementation.

We know in-service days can be challenging for our families. Thank you for your collaboration and partnership with us to provide the best education for your children. Click here for more information from Learning Policy Institute on professional development and its importance for student achievement.
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We Want to Hear from You—Please Join Us

Los Altos School District Board Meeting—October 8, 2018

The Los Altos School District is working to achieve a solution to protect our award-winning, small school model through a unique collaboration with the City of Mountain View. With10 schools on 9 sites and thousands of new homes in our area in the next ten years, the Board has been engaged in a 5-year, community-driven process to determine a solution to protect our small schools.

Tonight, the Board will review the last five years of public input and potential scenarios to implement community-driven ideas. There will be no action taken at this meeting, but we encourage our community to attend, to listen, and provide feedback.

Please visit ourAgenda Online page to view the agenda and Board presentations. All Board meetings begin at 7pm in the Board Room at the District Office (201 Covington Road, Los Altos). Click here for more information on the community-driven process to protect our small school model. If you are unable to attend the meeting but would like to watch the proceedings, please click here.

LAEF News - Sept 30, 2018

It’s time for the LAEF Phonathon -- October 2nd and 3rd
Help us fund teachers at your school!

If you have not yet donated or pledged, Save Us a Call!
Donate or pledge today and we will remove you from our call list.

Our goal is $3.5 million and 100% participation from all of our LASD families. The suggested annual donation is $1,200 per student or $120/month per student. Every donation of any amount is appreciated.
-Find out all the ways your child will benefit from your donation to LAEF this school year.
- Watch this 2-minute video and learn why our local public schools need your financial support.

We need your help at the Phonathon!

Join our board members, parents, principals, and teachers to make phone calls on October 2nd & 3rd. Food, drinks, and scripts provided. The more callers we have, the more money we can raise! Sign up now to help make calls.

LAEF • P.O. Box 98 • Los Altos, CA 94023 • Phone: (650) 559-0445