THURSDAY MESSAGE FEBRUARY 13, 2025 

 Third Graders Are The Eye Of The Tiger

NO SCHOOL FEBRUARY 14 and FEBRUARY 17, PRESIDENTS WEEKEND

 

ROAR CARD 

Congratulations to the following Roar Card Winners who were recognized at last week’s Friday Flag: Kaiden Ramirez, Jeremie Jasso, Theo Rahrer, Brayden Nunez, Daleyza Barreto, Cataleya Solis, Brianna Villegas, Emilio Sierra, Ava Larson, Carmen Cavarubias. 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 

 

PRESIDENTS HOLIDAY WEEKEND

Enjoy the four-day weekend and be safe out there. There is no School on Friday or Monday. 

 

DISTRICT INPUT MEETING

Parents: SBUnified Families, Join us for an important conversation about the Universal Screener (assessments for reading and math foundational skills) state requirements and the work being done by the SBUnified committee. This is an opportunity to learn more, ask questions, and provide input. Join us! We are hosting a Universal Screener Community Forum on Wednesday, February 26th from 5:00-6:00 pm in the district office located at 720 Santa Barbara St. Santa Barbara, CA 93101. RSVP Here!

 

PAJAMA DAY FEBRUARY 19

February 19 is Pajama Day! It is a favorite for all. Wednesday night is family reading and math night and we encourage all students to wear their pajamas to school. Please be sure students wear warm and appropriate pajamas that cover their bodies. If they wear slippers students will need tennis shoes for recess and PE. Be sure to join us from 5-7 for Family Reading and Math Night.

BRAVO
Please join us next Thursday, February 20th at SBJH for the All District Honor Band Concert.  The Adams BRAVO musicians will be performing with the elementary Honor Band and some of our former Tigers will be performing in the Junior High and High School Honor Bands.  The concert begins at 7:00 and is FREE!
 

CALM CORNER 

The Connection Between Nutrition and Mental Health in Children

What children eat plays a key role in their mental health and emotional well-being. A balanced diet with essential nutrients supports brain function, mood regulation, and energy levels. According to the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, foods rich in vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats—such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins—can help improve focus, reduce anxiety, and stabilize mood. On the other hand, excessive sugar and processed foods have been linked to mood swings and difficulty concentrating.

Parents and schools can support children’s mental health by encouraging nutritious meals and snacks throughout the day. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends starting the day with a healthy breakfast, staying hydrated, and incorporating nutrient-dense foods into meals. Teaching children about the connection between food and feelings can empower them to make healthier choices. By prioritizing good nutrition, we give kids the fuel they need to feel their best—both physically and emotionally.

Sources:

• Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. (2021). The Role of Nutrition in Mental Health.

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). (2022). Healthy Eating for Healthy Children.

 

REMINDERS FROM PREVIOUS THURSDAY MESSAGE

 

REMINDER FROM THE OFFICE STAFF: EMERGENCY CONTACTS

Make sure your emergency contacts are up-to-date. Life can be unpredictable, and we want to ensure that your child is always in safe hands. Please take a moment to review and update your student’s emergency contacts with the school. In case of an emergency or unexpected situation, we can only release students to the individuals listed on their emergency contact form—no additional documentation is required. If you need to make changes, contact the school office.

 

Know Your Rights Family Information Night 

The District, SBTA, and CSEA, are preparing to co-host a Know Your Rights Family Information Night on Thursday, February 20th, from 6-7 p.m. in the Jo Anne Caines Theater at La Cumbre Junior High. A hybrid option is available and a link will be shared closer to the event. Click on the link to see the flier attached to RSVP.  If you have any questions or concerns feel free to contact Kenya our Family Engagement Liaison via email at  kcatalan@sbunified.org or call her at (805)563-2515 ex. 1091. 

 

2024-25 NEEDS ASSESSMENT FOR EML FAMILIES 

Families of Emergent Multilingual students only. We need you to participate in a very important and short survey.Tell us about your experience, participation in EMLA,C and support from Adams. The survey is linked here or type in the URL https://forms.gle/jyRjxpMmazbaZUbPA. Your responses are confidential and the results of the survey will be shared in our next EMLAC meeting. The survey is only given once per year. We need your feedback. Let us know how we can improve. February 28 deadline. A paper copy of the survey is coming home in the Thursday Folder. Please have your student return it to the front office. 

 

READING COUNTS CHALLENGE AND FAMILY READING & MATH NIGHT COMING SOON!

Get ready to support your student's reading goals and our school during this fundraiser and celebration of reading! From February 20 to 27, students will be challenged to READ, READ, READ and raise funds to support our school. 

Families are invited to help kick off Reading Counts at Family Reading & Math Night on February 19 from 5-7 pm. Join us for a night of fun, learning, and community—and students who attend will receive an extra entry into the Reading Counts prize drawing! Food will be available for purchase.

We need some 👐helping hands👐 for set up, clean up, or food at Family Reading & Math Night. Sign up here.

Keep an eye out for more details coming soon. We hope you'll join us in celebrating the joy of reading while supporting our school in a big way!

 

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 

February is Black History Month! It’s a great opportunity to celebrate and learn about the many inspiring and significant contributions of African Americans throughout history both in the classroom and at home. 

Here’s a fun fact: Black History Month officially began in 1976, when President Gerald R. Ford asked Americans to "seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history." Every year since then, every American president has dedicated February as African American History Month. Look for activities, resources and more fun facts about Black History on ParentSquare, social media and Thursday messages throughout February. And, if you have any ideas to share, please let us know.

 

SUMMER CAMPS 

We know summer is ways away, but it's time to start thinking of where your students will be during your busy schedules. Kenya is going to share the live document Summer 2025 Camps Links that will be updated as she learns of more resources. If you have any questions or need help with summer camps contact her via email at kcatlan@sbunified.org or phone (805)563-2515 ex. to schedule an appointment.  

 

February

14-17 No School, Presidents Weekend

19 Family Reading and Math Night 

24 Project to Inspire Workshop