{"id":191049,"date":"2024-09-30T15:30:53","date_gmt":"2024-09-30T22:30:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fremontunified.org\/parkmont\/news\/parkmont-monthly-newsletter-for-october-2024\/"},"modified":"2024-09-30T15:30:53","modified_gmt":"2024-09-30T22:30:53","slug":"parkmont-monthly-newsletter-for-october-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fremontunified.org\/parkmont\/news\/parkmont-monthly-newsletter-for-october-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Parkmont Monthly Newsletter for October 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Parkmont Monthly Newsletter<\/div>\n
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October 1, 2024<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Principals Message <\/div>\n
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Hello Parkmont Families and Community,\u00a0<\/div>\n

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It is hard to believe that fall has\u00a0started and October is here. It seems summer is holding on by giving us temperatures in the high nineties and on a few days over 100 degrees.\u00a0<\/div>\n

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\u00a0At Parkmont our priority is student safety.\u00a0Our PE teacher, Ms. Lambert, has written an article detailing our PE plan for very hot days. You can help us on these hot days ensuring students are wearing appropriate loose and light clothing, encourage students to stay in the shade when at recess, and most importantly drink lots of water.\u00a0Teachers will be modifying exercise intensity, lessons, and locations based on the weather and needs of the students.\u00a0<\/div>\n

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My thanks to all of the parents that were able to attend the 4th\/5th Parent Lunch\u00a0on Thursday September 26, 2024. This year we will continue the monthly \u201cLunch with your Child\u201d event on the last Friday of each month. For the month of October, it will be the 2nd \/ 3rd Grades turn for Lunch with Parents.\u00a0The Lunch will be on October 25th at 11:35.<\/div>\n
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We encourage you to join our PTA. For more information please review the following slides \u00a024-25 PTA Information<\/a>\n<\/div>\n

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Also, this month we will be celebrating our annual Panther Prowl. Has your child signed up for Panther Prowl yet?\u00a0Panther Prowl Flyer<\/a>.<\/div>\n
Let\u2019s all join this amazing community event.<\/div>\n

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Thank you for continuing to work as a vital team member in your child\u2019s success. We encourage you to reach out to your child\u2019s teacher should you have questions or concerns.\u00a0<\/div>\n
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Walter Lewis, Proud Parkmont Principal<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Parkmont Office Contacts <\/div>\n
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Our professional and courteous Parkmont Office is happy to help you with any questions or concerns you may have.\u00a0<\/div>\n

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Secretary: Trudy Wentworth - twentworth@fusdk12.net<\/div>\n
Attendance: Natalie Gerrie-Sternburg - ngerriesternberg@fusdk12.net<\/a>\u00a0<\/div>\n
Office Assistance: Erin Alcon- ealcon@fusdk12.net<\/a>\n<\/div>\n
Principal: Walter Lewis - wlewis@fusdk12.net<\/a>\u00a0<\/div>\n

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Please contact our office at 510-793-7492 to report attendance matters.\u00a0<\/em><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Calendar of Events: October<\/div>\n
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10\/2 - Walk, Ride, and Roll to School.\u00a0<\/div>\n
10\/2 - Early Wednesday: Kinder 11:31a.m., 1-3rd 1:09 p.m., and 4-5th 1:13 p.m.<\/div>\n
10\/9 - Halloween Costume \u201cUp Cycle\u201d sale (Multi Use Room)\u00a0<\/div>\n
10\/9 -\u00a0 Early Wednesday: Kinder 11:31a.m., 1-3rd 1:09 p.m., and 4-5th 1:13 p.m.<\/div>\n
10\/11 - No School<\/div>\n
10\/15 School Site Council meeting (5:00-6:00PM)\u00a0<\/div>\n
10\/15 - PTA @ 7:00 pm via zoom<\/a>\u00a0<\/div>\n
10\/16\u00a0 - Early Wednesday: Kinder 11:31a.m., 1-3rd 1:09 p.m., and 4-5th 1:13 p.m.<\/div>\n
10\/17 - The Great American Shake Out Earthquake Drill\u00a0<\/div>\n
10\/18 Panther Prowl\u00a0<\/div>\n
10\/23- Early Wednesday: Kinder 11:31a.m., 1-3rd 1:09 p.m., and 4-5th 1:13 p.m.<\/div>\n
10\/23 Parkmont Night at Candlelighters (6:00-9:00 PM)\u00a0<\/div>\n
10\/25\u00a0 - Lunch with your child (11:35 - 2nd\/3rd Grade)<\/div>\n
10\/31 Halloween Parade\u00a0 @ 8:30AM<\/div>\n
10\/31 Early Release Day - Kinder Regular Schedule: 1::32 PM , 1-3rd 1:09 PM, and 4-5th 1:13 PM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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PE Policy and Information (Cal 200, Weather) <\/div>\n
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Physical Education allows students to engage in physical activity while learning about fitness and body movement. Regular exercise<\/a> improves cardiovascular health, strengthens muscles, and enhances flexibility. In addition physical activity has been shown to boost academic performance<\/a>, improve concentration, boost memory retention, and enhance problem-solving skills. Physical Education helps reduce stress, anxiety, depression and improves mood, self esteem and interpersonal relationships.<\/div>\n

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The State of California requires that students receive 100 minutes of Physical Education a week.\u00a0These minutes are fulfilled by taking part in our Physical Education classes led by Ms. Lambert, our Physical Education Specialist, and also by participating in Cal 200, a program led by our classroom teachers. Both are a fundamental part of our students' physical education and the development of a healthy lifestyle.<\/div>\n

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Parkmont's Physical Education department follows the National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE) guidelines for extreme weather conditions. Weather conditions are always considered when students are participating in P.E. and modifications to lessons, exercise and location of playing areas are part of these adjustments.<\/div>\n
Students in extreme weather conditions will most likely participate in PE indoors. In these conditions, multiple water breaks are always provided and students are asked to exercise as tolerated.\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>\n

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As suggested in the Physical Education Back to School Night Packet, please check the weather and make sure your child is dressed appropriately for the day's weather, especially if they are participating in P.E.\u00a0Even though the majority of the P.E. lessons taught by Ms. Lambert are held indoors, the warm up and conditioning portion is typically held outside.\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Ghost House - Parkmont Elementary Night - October 23rd 6pm - 9pm<\/div>\n
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It\u2019s that time of year again! The preparations for the Candle Lighters\u2019 Ghost House are<\/div>\n
underway and Parkmont Elementary\u2019s Night is scheduled for Wednesday, October 23rd.\u00a0Come and see some of our Parkmont staff members and our Principal, Mr. Lewis, dressed up as Wizards, Witches, and Good Fairies!\u00a0Will you recognize us!\u00a0We are happy to support this wonderful local non-profit service organization.<\/div>\n
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Candle Lighters is dedicated to raising funds solely through the annual Ghost House for non-profit groups and community-based projects in the Tri-City Community (Fremont, Newark & Union City). Open during the last two weeks of October and based in a historical 19th century Carriage House, the Ghost House is a wonderful family-oriented event for all ages! In fact, 2024 is the 55th Annual Ghost House!<\/div>\n

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Check out their website www.candlelighters.com<\/a> to see a list of just a few of their funding recipients and for other information that may be of interest to you. What Parkmont student wouldn\u2019t be excited to see several of their teachers or their principal stroll the grounds as a witch, a warlock, or a good fairy?\u00a0<\/div>\n

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Ghost House will be open from October 12th through October 30th Mondays \u2013 Thursdays from 6-9, Fridays from 6-10, most Saturdays from 3-10 (2-10 on October 19 and 26) and Sundays from 3-9.\u00a0\u00a0Our Parkmont Staff hopes to see you and your family there on 10\/23!<\/strong>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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International Walk and Roll to School Day<\/div>\n
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\u00a0Every October, schools across the county and the world celebrate International Walk and Roll to School Day (IWR2SD). The celebration is designed to encourage students, families and the school community to roll, walk, bicycle, take transit, or use other non-motorized transportation to get to school.<\/div>\n

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The students who are participating in the event can receive amazing prizes.<\/div>\n
Please click the link below for more information.<\/div>\n

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https:\/\/alamedacountysr2s.org\/our-services\/plan-an-event\/iwr2sd\/<\/a><\/div>\n

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Looking for a last-minute Halloween costume? Or just need some fun, new pieces for dress up? Parkmont Facilities Department is hosting their \"Up-cycle\" Halloween Costume Sale on Wednesday, 10\/9 at 1:15pm in the MUR.\u00a0 All costumes are only $5.00! Please have exact cash for purchases.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\n
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PANTHER PROWL<\/div>\n
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We\u2019re thrilled to announce that our annual fundraiser is back and better than ever! Get ready to unleash your wild side and make a meaningful impact on every student's journey.<\/div>\n
Join us for the 22nd Annual Panther Prowl\u2014a dynamic run, jog, and walk-a-thon! As Parkmont Elementary School's largest fundraiser, this event supports every student, dedicated teacher, and the entire school community while funding a range of PTA programs. This year's theme is \u201cReach for the Stars<\/strong>.\u201d<\/div>\n

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Students who raise donations will earn special rewards. Sign Up with the following Panther Prowl Flyer<\/a>.\u00a0<\/div>\n

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