ROAR CARD
Congratulations to the following Roar Card Winners who were recognized at last week’s Friday Flag: Ethan McBrayer, Oliver Velazquez, Denali Ayala, Sebastian Tancridi, Isabella Alcala, Drake Bayles, Edward Carlos, Izzie Buitrago, Kristopher Montufar, Erin Mitchell. Thank you for making Responsible, Organized, Academic, and Respectful choices! Each week we will celebrate students and staff at Friday Flag and announce them here to parents.
NEW INFORMATION THIS WEEK
TEACHER/STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK
Thank you so very much to all the parents who donated movie gift cards for staff appreciation week! It is incredible how much love and support was shown. The Considered Coffee Bus was such a nice gesture and the luncheon provided by the PTA with support from Chicken Ranch on Tuesday, was delicious! We all appreciate your generosity.
UNITY SHOPPE REFERRAL RENEWAL
Families if you have a current referral for the Unity Shoppe it will expire on June 30, 2025. If you are in need of a new or renewing referrals please consult with our Family Engagement Liaison Kenya Catalan you can reach her via email at kcatalan@sbunified.org or at (805)563-2515 ex. 1091. after May 15, 2025. This will make your referral valid from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. If you have any questions feel free to reach out.
SPRING FUNDRAISING WAS A ROARING SUCCESS
We are so grateful to our amazing Adams community for going above and beyond to support our school! You came through in a big way—and the results are incredible!
Our Roar Run brought in a whopping $33,263 to support classroom supplies, community events, and field trips. Even more impressive—74% of those donations came from outside our school community! What an incredible show of support and outreach!
And thanks to your hard work and dedication of the parking lot crew, our Fair Parking Lot fundraiser added another $17,053 to our Tigers in the Wild fund, helping make 5th grade camp and field trips for all students possible.
Thank you for your energy, generosity, and Tiger spirit. We couldn’t do it without you!
CALM CORNER
The Mental Health Benefits of Mixed-Age Play
When children play in mixed-age groups, they gain valuable social and emotional skills that support their mental well-being. Older children often take on leadership and nurturing roles, helping them build empathy and confidence, while younger children benefit from observing and learning from more advanced peers. According to psychologist Peter Gray, mixed-age play encourages cooperation over competition and allows children to learn at their own pace without the pressures of same-age performance standards. This dynamic fosters a more inclusive and emotionally supportive environment, which can reduce stress and promote self-esteem.
Mixed-age play also supports resilience and adaptability, as children must navigate different communication styles and problem-solving approaches. The American Academy of Pediatrics notes that unstructured, imaginative play—especially with a range of ages—strengthens emotional regulation and peer relationships. In playgrounds, neighborhoods, or family settings, these interactions provide opportunities for mentoring, creativity, and the development of a strong sense of community. Encouraging mixed-age play is a natural and enriching way to support children's mental health and social growth.
Sources:
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Gray, P. (2013). Free to Learn: Why Unleashing the Instinct to Play Will Make Our Children Happier, More Self-Reliant, and Better Students for Life.
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American Academy of Pediatrics. (2018). The Power of Play: A Pediatric Role in Enhancing Development in Young Children.
REMINDERS FROM PREVIOUS THURSDAY MESSAGE:
CAASPP TESTING: Do Your Best on the TEST!
Adams Tigers Are Sharp! is our theme as we gear up for the CAASPP tests. Testing will take place the two weeks of May 5 to 23 for students in third through sixth grade in the areas of ELA and Math, and on May 20 to 24 for fifth graders in science. Please ensure that students are on time to school every day, try not to have any absences, have a good night's sleep, and eat a protein meal every morning. This will help support your children in doing their best on these important state tests.
* Below are a few websites that you can refer to in preparing your children for the CAASPP. Calming strategies: Box Breathing: Video Option Test Taking Tips for Parents and Students Top Test Taking Strategies You can also help your child prepare by logging in as a guest and doing practice test questions beforehand. CAASPP Parent/Guardians Resources
BREAKFAST DURING CAASPP TESTING
May 5 - 23: Breakfast will only be served BEFORE School for all grades TK-6th for the entire three weeks of testing. Because we need to ensure that all students have an opportunity to eat prior to taking the test, breakfast will be served BEFORE school only until 8:45 am for all three weeks of testing. Since breakfast will be served before school, there will NOT be breakfast served at recess. Please make sure your student arrives at school each day with enough time to eat, and consider sending them with an extra snack for recess.
NO FRIDAY FLAG FOR TWO WEEKS
Due to CAASPP Testing, we will not hold our weekly Friday Flag Assemblies. This will return on May 23.
SAVE THE DATE OPEN HOUSE AND ART SHOW MAY 28
OPEN HOUSE/ART SHOW/ BOOK FAIR: Our Open House / Art Show / Book Fair will be on Wednesday, May 28th from 5:30-7:30 pm. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to visit the Adams classrooms! You will see what your child has been working on along with what’s to come next year.
AOK AFTERSCHOOL CHILDCARE ENROLLMENT IS NOW OPEN
A-OK 2025-2026 School year registration is now OPEN. A-OK offers two types of After School Programs. TK/K 5-day After School Program: ELOP Open from school dismissal until 5:30pm. As well as 1st-6th 5-day After School Program: Open from school dismissal until 6:00pm. Attached is also the flier where you can scan the QR Code to access the application or click on the link 
2025–2026 A-OK Application to register. If you have any questions or need assistants registering feel free to reach out to our Family Engagement Liaison Kenya Catalan via email at kcatalan@sbunified.org or by phone at (805)636-8410.
* PLEASE NOTE COMPLETING AN APPLICATION DOES NOT GUARANTEE ENROLLMENT.
BOOK FAIR
Get ready — the Scholastic Book Fair is coming our way! (YAY!) When kids choose their own books, it empowers them and inspires a love of reading, helping them become bolder, prouder, and stronger readers. And best of all — every book they buy earns rewards for our library! Students can shop at the Book Fair in the library from Thursday, May 22 through Wednesday, May 28. The Book Fair will also be open during Open House on the evening of Wednesday, May 28.
2025 SUMMER CAMPS
If you are in need of help looking for summer camps, Kenya Catalan our Family Engagement Liaison is available to help families. You can email her at kcatalan@sbunified.org or call her at (805)563-2515 ex. 1091 to schedule an appointment with her. Walk in are welcome, but to make sure she is available when you come in try and reschedule an appointment.
May
5 - 23 CAASPP Testing
9 Tiger Retirement Party at Oak Park
26 Memorial Day, No School
27 Last Chance School Tour 10 am
28 Open House / Book Fair 5:30 PM