SUMMER LAKE

Winter Fest is an important fundraiser that supports student enrichment, like installing our new community Sea Turtle Garden. Celebrate this festive time of year with our Summer Lake school family with fun activities, games, and treats. There are 2 sessions: Session 1 is 4:30-6pm, and Session 2 is 6:30-8pm. Every one attending needs a Ticket (children 3 and under are free). Ticket price includes 1 raffle ticket, Mrs. Claus StoryTime in the library, ornament making, and games. We look forward to seeing you there! Purchase tickets at https://www.simpletix.com/e/winter-fest-tickets-194090 .

The Trunk-or-Treat is almost here! We need 5 more cars for the trunk-or-treat. If you are interested please sign up using this link. October 21st is the last day to sign up to decorate your trunk. Thank you for the candy donations, keep them coming! Candy can be donated up to the event on 10/25. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A094BAFAC23A6FA7-51147682-trunkortreat

Summer Lake Make Up Picture Day will be held on Wednesday, October 23rd. Would you like your student to retake their original portrait? You must sign up by emailing us at least 48 hours BEFORE your make-up day to get on the make-up list. After this window has closed, we cannot guarantee your student will be pulled from class for a retake. smile@apvisions.com . (Please include your school, students name, and grade) All new students or students who missed the original day DO NOT need to sign up. We are already prepared to take your portrait that day. If you purchased a package from the original day, you must return the entire package on makeup day to receive a replacement at no additional cost. If the package isn’t returned to the photographer, shipping and handling fees will be applied for the replacement. Questions? Please email us at smile@apvisions.com

Enjoy your Fall Break! The school office will be closed September 30th through October 13th. School will resume on Monday, October 14th .

Reminder: Day at the Lake is Friday, September 27th. The gates will open at 8:15am. Each grade level will have a singing performance on our outdoor stage. There will be an extended recess you can enjoy with your child. You are invited to bring a snack to picnic with your student during their Snack Recess. This in an Early Release Day. Students will return to class after the scheduled snack recess. Any student not returning to class at the scheduled time MUST BE SIGNED OUT. We cannot have siblings on the playground during recess in order to ensure safety for everyone. See the schedule for performance times.

September 23 through September 27 is Parent/Teacher Conference Week. We will be on Minimum Day Schedule the entire week. Kindergarten students will be dismissed at 12:00 pm, followed by First - Third graders at 12:05 pm. Fourth and Fifth graders will be dismissed at 12:25.

Dear Parents and Caregivers, please save the date for our first African American Parent Advisory Meeting of the year. Join us on October 24, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in room 11 of the District Office. We look forward to seeing you there.

Hello School Community. Please save the date for our 13th annual Read to Grow event, which will feature interactive educational games, prizes, crafts, and free books. We hope to see you there. https://5il.co/2vxah Hola Comunidad Escolar. Por favor reserve la fecha para nuestro evento de Leer Para Crecer, que contará con juegos educativos interactivos, premios, manualidades y libros gratis. Esperamos verlos. https://5il.co/2vxah

“Second Cup of Coffee”: Wednesday, August 14th - 8:15 am – 8:45 am. We will be hosting a meet and greet for the new Principal, Julie Sorbello. Please join us in the Library for coffee/juice and a pastry to welcome the new Principal to Summer Lake. We look forward to seeing you.

The Summer Lake PTA Membership Drive is in full gear, join today at summerlakepta.com ! Your $10 membership supports our School Family with student enrichment and so much more. Ready to get involved? Our first Association meeting will be on August 14th at 6:30pm in the MPR. We hope to see you there!

Summer Lake Picture Day is Friday, August 16th. You can order now by going to: https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001132978 or scanning the QR code .

Back To School Night Monday, July 29th This is for PARENTS ONLY. Teachers will be reviewing classroom procedures and ways to best support your child on their start of the new school year. 4:30 - 5:00 pm : Principal message in the MPR// 5:00 - 5:20 pm : TK, Kinder and First Grade in the classrooms// 5:20 - 5:40 pm: Second & Third Grade in the classrooms// 5:40 - 6:00 pm: Fourth & Fifth Grade in the classrooms//

Sneak A Peek All Grades Monday, July 29th 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm Bring your students to visit their classrooms and meet their new teachers!

Interested in Becoming a Volunteer for Oakley Union Elementary School District? This Post is for YOU! We are thrilled to welcome new volunteers to our schools! If you're interested in volunteering, here's some helpful information: Link to volunteer forms: https://www.ouesd.k12.ca.us/page/school-and-classroom-volunteers (Volunteer application packets may also be picked up at any school site or district office) Complete and Submit the Following: 1. Volunteer Application 2. Code of Conduct Form 3. Photocopy of Driver's License or ID Card (We can make a copy at the District Office if needed) 4. DOJ/FBI Fingerprint Clearance (No cost for volunteers when using the OUESD District Office by appointment only. If you print elsewhere, we are unable to reimburse you.) 5. Submit all completed documents via email to volunteers@ouesd.k12.ca.us or drop them off at the District Office. What's Next? Once we review all documents and your fingerprints are cleared by both the DOJ and FBI, you'll receive a volunteer badge with your name. Badges can be picked up at the school site when ready. FAQs: • "Do I have to fingerprint and submit a new application every start of the school year?" -No! Once you are approved as an OUESD volunteer, your clearance remains valid until you choose to opt out or if there is an issue with your fingerprint record that disqualifies you as a volunteer. There’s no need to repeat the process annually. •"I have already fingerprinted for another district or another agency (i.e., another district, a police officer, nurse, etc.), do I have to fingerprint again?" -YES! Whenever a company, district, agency, etc., asks you to fingerprint for them, the fingerprint results and notifications are ONLY being given to that agency. The information cannot be shared with OUESD. We thank you for completing the fingerprint portion of the process for the safety & consistency of our students and families! •"My fingerprints are delayed, can I still volunteer without the results?" -Unfortunately, no. Delays can happen at random and can take hours to months at a time. The Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) must send the results in order for us to process your application accurately. This is why we strongly recommend you fingerprint as soon as possible to avoid any disturbances in your volunteer plans. Thank you for your interest in supporting our students and community!

BLOOD DRIVE in honor of Aria Strong, a 5-year-old in our community with an extremely rare blood disease that has left her in critical condition, needing several blood and platelet transfusions a week. Please join us in donating blood on Friday, May 17th (8:30-2:30), at St. Anthony Church (971 O’Hara Ave, Oakley). To make an appointment, click the link within the flyer: https://5il.co/2lkq0

BLOOD DRIVE in honor of Aria Strong, a 5 year old in our community with an extremely rare blood disease that has left her in critical condition, needing several blood and platelet transfusions a week. Please join us in donating blood on Friday, May 10th (10-3), at City of Oakley City Hall (3231 Main Street, Oakley). To make an appointment, click the link within the flyer: https://5il.co/2jym0

📢 Join us this Tuesday, April 9, 5:30 - 7:00 PM at O'Hara Park Middle School Library for our LCAP Parent Advisory Committee and community meeting to discuss school goals and budget priorities. Your input is crucial in shaping our educational initiatives! This meeting will be in English.

Summer Lake Spring PIcture Day is Thursday, April 11th. You can use the easy online ordering by going to https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001097811 .

Order your Summer Lake 23/24 yearbook today. The yearbook cost is $20.00 each and ordering closes on April 13, 2024. You can order by going to https://www.apvisions.com/_app?r=d5fb6a .

Reminder: The Summer Lake PTA Association Meeting will be held Tuesday, April 2nd, at 6pm. We hope to see you at our April PTA Association meeting via Zoom. the agenda will include the Annual Election for 2024/2025 Board, the 23/24 Budget Update, recap of the 2024, and information on our upcoming Spring Dance. Your presence and valuable input will help us shape a successful and engaging year for our students.