Important Dates to Remember
Apr 17 6-7pm Mad Science Night, MUR
Apr 23-24 CAASPP Testing 5th Grade Science
Apr 24 7:30-8:15am Volunteer Breakfast Celebration, MUR
Apr 24 12:10-1:10pm Bookmobile
Apr 28 3-4pm School Site Council Meeting
Apr 29 CAASPP Testing 3rd 4th and 5th Grade ELA
May 1 CAASPP Testing 3rd 4th and 5th Grade ELA
May 1 5-6pm Reclassification Ceremony and Celebration, Crittenden MS
May 6-8 CAASPP Testing 3rd 4th and 5th Grade Math
May 5-9 Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week
May 8 11am-12:10pm 5th Grade CSMA Music Concerts
May 15 12:10-1:10pm Bookmobile
May 19 3-4pm School Site Council Meeting
May 21 8:15-9:15 Principals Coffee, Staff room
May 26 Memorial Day – No school
May 30 End of Trimester – Minimum day
June 4 1:15pm 5th Grade Promotion
June 5 Last Day of School
Roar Recognitions
Mira F. - Room 1
Mason L. - Room 2
Thiago R. - Room 3
Serena C. - Room 4
Vianna S. - Room 5
Will D. - Room 6
Cara W. - Room 7
Christopher DL. - Room 8
Hunter C. - Room 9
Elijah S. - Room 10
Daniil I. - Room 11
Simon K. - Room 12
Athena Y. - Room 13
Steven Q. - Room 14
James R. - Room 16
Keanu M. - Room 17
Kaylie W. - Room 18
Jason B. Room 22
Landels News
Dear Landels Families,
I hope you had a wonderful Spring Break! As we head into the final stretch of school, I want to thank you in advance for supporting your child with following routines and staying focused on school.
CAASPP Testing (Grades 3-5)
State testing begins in one week! Students have taken practice tests in class in order to get familiar with the CAASPP platform and procedures. They are ready to show what they know!
Below are some tips you may find useful to help prepare your child for the CAASPP assessment:
· Explain to your child that it is important to do their best.
· Provide positive reinforcement and encourage your child each day.
· Keep the test in perspective. We want students to do their best, but please make sure they understand that it is only one test. Remind them that if they are doing their best, you are proud.
· Make sure your child gets an ample, normal amount of sleep the night before the test.
· Make sure to arrive on time each day.
· Eat a healthy breakfast.
· Keep a positive attitude about testing around your child. Remind them that this is a time to show what they know.
All students will test first thing in the morning (8:30am-10am). Please avoid scheduling appointments on the following days:
April 23rd-April 24th - Science Testing for 5th Only
April 29th-May 1st - ELA Testing for 3rd-5th
May 6th-May 8th - Math Testing for 3rd-5th
School Site Council (SSC)
We are beginning to recruit for next year’s School Site Council. Landels’ School Site Council is composed of five parents and five staff members. The School Site Council helps develop goals and actions for Landels’ School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA or site plan in short). They must also approve the site plan before it goes to the board. If you are interested in running to be a member of our SSC, please complete this Self-Nomination Google Form by Friday, April 25th. More information about SSC can be found here.
Thank you!
Pieter Dolmans
Summer Reading Books Needed!
We all know how important reading is to academic success. It is especially important for all of our students to keep up their reading over the summer. Do you have books that your family has outgrown and that you can donate to other families at Landels for summer reading? If so, please bring them to Ms. Bea in the office. She will make sure that they find a good home for the summer. All levels of books are needed. Thank you for your generosity.
Breakfast Celebration for our many volunteers!
We would like to thank you for your commitment, your dedication, and the time you spend supporting our students and our school.
Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 7:30 am in the MUR
ALL VOLUNTEERS ARE INVITED!
You don’t need an invitation to come to our celebration.
5th grade Green Team Recycling Update
Landels has started a plastic number 4 collection in the front office. We'll be collecting plastic grocery bags, bubble wrap, bread bags, and plastic shipping bags, please see the included graphic. Please make sure that all plastics are dry and free of food residue. We want to make sure that the plastics are not contaminated.
The goal is to reduce the amount of plastics that end up in our landfills and possibly bodies of water such as rivers. For more information please visit: https://nextrex.com/
Many thanks for your participation and Happy Earth Month!
MVWSD News
Apply now for Math focus groups on April 23
MVWSD is updating its math curriculum. As typical with our curriculum cycles, it’s time to review and improve our mathematics program to ensure all students have strong learning opportunities, including acceleration if desired.
MVWSD is launching a two-year process to update math curriculum based on the latest research and best practices for math education. Our math curriculum was last adopted in 2015, and math placement criteria hasn’t been updated since 2021-22. To make this process inclusive, we’re seeking input from students, staff, and parents on math curriculum, instruction, pathways, assessments, and placement.
MVWSD is seeking parent and community input through a virtual focus group on April 23 at 4:00 pm. If you are interested in joining this focus group, please click the link to apply no later than April 17.
Electives selection for grades 5-7 due by April 18
It is the time of year when our incoming middle school students (grades 5-7) choose their elective courses for next year. Fifth- through seventh-grade parents, please view course catalogs here. Please talk with your student and then log in to your PowerSchool portal account (either student’s or parent’s) beginning March 31 to help your student select his/her electives. All 5th-7th graders should select their course electives online by April 18, 2025 through the PowerSchool portal.
Walk n Roll to school week of April 21
The City of Mountain View’s Safe Routes to School, in partnership with the Mountain View Whisman School District (MVWSD), is excited to announce the Walk N Roll happening the week of April 21, 2025! Walk N Roll events are a fantastic way to help establish safe walking and biking routes while building a stronger sense of community and encouraging lifelong healthy habits. Teachers, parents, students, and school staff are all invited to join the event! Please check your school newsletter for the events, prizes and fun happening during this week
Parent University: Preparing for High school
Date and Time: May 6, 2025, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Registration Link: https://mvw.sd/pu050625r
Do you have a child who is about to enter high school? Join us at our final Parent University session of the year to learn about high school campus life from students and staff at Los Altos High School and Mountain View High School. This session will focus on supporting the social and emotional growth of students, and tips to support academic success as they navigate a complex new school experience.
To submit questions prior to the event, go to mvw.sd/questions. We will do our best to address your question during the session.
MVEF GALA - ANNUAL AUCTION IS LIVE!
Shop Now & Make a Difference!
The online auction is open! Browse and bid on 100+ incredible items, including summer camps, exclusive experiences for kids and adults, symphony, theatre & museum tickets, and much more. Click here to browse and bid.
EXPLORE OUR EXCITING LIVE AUCTION ITEMS!
Get ready for amazing live auction experiences, including:
Vacation getaways – Half Moon Bay, Bear Valley & Mendocino Coast
Concert tickets – Shoreline Amphitheatre
Family Memories Photography Session
7-night stay at a luxurious Los Cabos resort
Taco Party for 50 people & much more!
Check it out here.
LET’S CELEBRATE IN 80s STYLE!
Join us Sat., April 26, 2025, from 6:00-10:00 PM at the Los Altos Community Center for an unforgettable night celebrating 40 years of MVEF! Enjoy dinner, auctions, a DJ, raffles, and student performances.
Dress up in Formal 80s Attire – a tribute to the era MVEF was founded!
Tickets are still available here.
Click here to enter the raffle for a chance to win!
PTA News
Walk and Roll Event: Mon, April 21st
Join us for a bonus Walk and Roll event on Monday, April 21! It’s a fun and healthy way to kick off the week – whether you walk, bike, scooter, or roll, we encourage everyone to participate. Remember, parking at least a block away and walking counts! Students will earn a safety keychain and an extra punch on their Walk and Roll cards.
For this bonus day, we’re excited to introduce Bike Busses as part of the event. If you’ve never biked to school before or aren’t sure about the route, this is a great opportunity to give it a try with safety in numbers. We’ll be organizing group rides, led by experienced bikers, to help you feel more confident on the road. Please sign up here to join the Bike Busses. Want to help that morning? Adult and 5th grade volunteers can sign up here.
Bike Bus Meeting Spots and Times:
· Sylvan Park: Corner of Sylvan and Glenborough (ie, at the corner of Sylvan park). Meet at 7:45am, rolling by 7:50am, bike lead Anna Botelho
· Eagle Park: 575 Oak Street, meet at 7:45am, rolling by 7:50am, bike lead Yasmine Klarin
· Mariposa Park: 305 Mariposa Ave., meet at 7:40am, rolling by 7:45am, bike lead Jessica Mancini
Details about the Bike Busses:
· Safe Routes Map
· Students cannot join a Bike Bus without an accompanying guardian.
· Ride pace will be slow to accommodate everyone.
· There won’t be a Bike Bus to go home after school, please plan accordingly.
Clifford’s Fundraiser: Tue, April 22nd, 4 - 8pm
On Tuesday, April 22, buy dinner at Clifford's Chicken & Fish and they will donate 15% of your bill to Landels PTA. Order for pick up or dine in 650-336-7367. Use LANDELS for the order code.
Join us for Landels Holi playdate on April 26th, 2 - 4pm!
Join us for a fun, family playdate. Everyone is welcome at Landels Holi, festival of colors.
When: Saturday, April 26th, from 2 - 4 pm
Where: Landels field. Note we will be on the far side of the field to not conflict with baseball games.
With: Yummy snacks, desserts, and drinks provided by the PTA and lots of colors to throw!
If you want to participate in tossing the color powder:
· Please wear older clothes you do not mind getting dirty.
· You might want to bring a towel or wipes for after.
· If your kids are sensitive about things in their eyes, they can wear swim goggles or sunglasses so the powder does not get near their eyes.
· You do not have to play with the colors! There will be no powders near the snack tables.
Please volunteer to help with set up, snacks, colors, or clean up here.
Campus Clean-Up Day: Sat, May 3rd, 11 - 12pm
Join other Landels families for an hour to clean up our campus! Meet at the picnic tables. PTA will provide disposable gloves, trash bags and snacks. Please wear closed-toed shoes and bring trash bags, trash grabber, and sturdy gloves if you have them.
Chess Tournament on Sun, May 4th, 10am - 4pm
The 22nd Annual MVWSD Chess Tournament, sponsored by district PTAs, is going to be held on Sunday, May 4th, from 10am - 4pm at Landels. It is open to all elementary school and middle school students across the district. Registration is free to all. Please come and enjoy a day of friendly competition and camaraderie! The registration form and instructions can be found at tinyurl.com/mvwsdchess, and the deadline for registration is May 1.
NEW for 2025: Is your child interested in playing chess but doesn't yet know all the rules and how to check-mate? Are you an adult chess enthusiast who wants to play? The "For Fun" Division will be an organized set of matches held outdoors on the day of the tournament that anyone can participate in, regardless of age and skill level. You will be paired up with another player around your level. Student volunteers (alumni of past tournaments) will be on-hand to provide guidance and tips as needed. There's no need to register for the "For Fun" division, just come by on the day of the tournament and play! Any questions can be sent to Angela Klittmark, tournament coordinator, at [email protected].
Teacher Appreciation Week: May 5th - 9th
Mark your calendars for Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week on May 5th - 9th! This is your chance to show your gratitude to the adults working at Landels by decorating the school, writing thank you cards, bringing food, and wearing their favorite colors. More details to follow.
Landels Yearbook
In the spirit of community, this year's school-wide Landels Yearbook is being significantly subsidized by PTA and available to everyone for only $10 each. To ensure your student gets a copy by the last week of school, order online today. You may also bring a check payable to "Landels PTA" or exact cash to the front office. If you need financial assistance, please contact the front office. Photos to be considered for the yearbook may be submitted to [email protected] (checked by volunteers Katarina and Alicia).
Book Fair Thank You
Thanks to everyone who shopped at the Linden Tree Book Fair! Because of your patronage as well as your donations to the PTA during the Walkathon, we were able to give every student a book to bring home. We sold over $7,000 (a portion of which was donated back to the PTA) and added new books to our school library and our classroom collections. Thank you for sharing your enthusiasm for reading, supporting the PTA and our local children's bookstore in the process!
FROM OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Spring 2025 Learning Challenges Committee Events
The Learning Challenges Committee of the Los Altos-Mountain View PTA Council is made up of parents, teachers and students in the Mountain View and Los Altos areas. We are committed to helping families get the best education for students with learning challenges and/or special education needs.
From the LCC Upcoming Events:
Wednesday April 16, 7:30 PM, Zoom - LCC General Meeting on Zoom
Register HERE
Wednesday April 23, 10 am, Zoom - IEP/504 Parent Support Group - Parent Chat is our IEP/504/venting support group for parents/guardians to ask questions and work together to solve problems. Register HERE.
Wednesday April 23, 7:00 PM, Graham Middle School (hybrid option may be available) - “Borderline Cases” - How decisions are made on helping students with learning challenges, with MVWSD Special Education Director Frank Selvaggio and Laura Kimpton, special education advocate with Special Education Advocacy Group.
Coming up in mid-May - Make a Calm Down Kit! Parents and family members will be able to come to a maker session where we make Calm Down kits for classrooms across Mountain View and Los Altos, and take home one of your own. Stay tuned for more information.
From the Northwest SCC SELPA CAC:
Thursday April 10, 6-7:30 PM, Zoom. IEP Overview, Part Two - Live Virtual Training with Jenny Ponzuric. Register HERE
The View Teen Center: April
The View Teen Center is a free facility in Mountain View (263 Escuela Ave) for all Mountain View and Los Altos 6th - 12th grade students. Drop-in hours are Monday - Friday, 3:15 - 7 p.m. and Saturdays, 1 - 6 p.m., and the center features a game room, makerspace, kitchen, computer/study room, and outdoor area. April events include a Shoreline Cleanup, cooking classes, a Moonlight Masquerade, crafts, and much more. For more information, click here.
InPlay: Find camps and afterschool activities
Summer vacation is just around the corner. Looking for activities or camps for your children? InPlay offers a free searchable program guide for parents, with filters for age, location, price (including free or reduced cost), and more. To find programs local to Mountain View, head to: https://www.inplay.org/r/mountain-view. Available programs include those that serve students with special needs or English learners.
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Explore Living Classroom Gardens on the Growing Natives Garden Tour
Volunteer Thank You Breakfast
Clifford’s Fundraiser
Chess Tournament
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