THURSDAY MESSAGE FEBRUARY 20, 2025

ROAR CARD 

Congratulations to the following Roar Card Winners who were recognized at last week’s Friday Flag: Cristian Garcia, Olivia Moore, David Soanca, Sherlyn Deloya, Sidney Tollison, Irvin Flores, Kolbee Hernandez, Yaritza Trinidad, Alberto Gzutierrez, Ella Skipper-Dotta. 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 

 

READING COUNTS FUNDRAISER AND READATHON

Our Reading Counts Challenge starts TODAY, and we can't wait to see all the reading goals our students will achieve!

Here’s what you need to know:

 

• Look for reading logs and all the details in this week's Thursday Folders.

• Be sure to return reading logs and fundraiser envelopes by Friday, February 28th to be entered into the prize drawing!

• Help us reach our school wide goals of raising $5000 and reading 70,000 minutes.

• If students read a total of 70,000 minutes, they’ll earn a Kona Shave Ice Party!!!

Let’s celebrate the joy of reading and show our Adams Tiger pride! 

 

FACILITIES MASTER PLANNING MEETING, ADAMS IMPACT, FEBRUARY 26TH AT 8:45AM

Attention parents: The District is in the process of developing a new SB Unified Facilities Master Plan. The maintenance team will be visiting our school to meet with the administration and our school community to gather input on how to use the remaining District bond funds for construction projects. A separate Parent Square invite will come out with the Zoom link soon.

Please save the time to join us if you can. The agenda includes:

○ Provide information on facility conditions and project priorities

○ Long-term goals for facilities planning

○ Aligning facility planning with educational objectives

○ Focusing on adaptability, equity, safety, sustainability, and growth

● Summary of Priority Categories:

1=Urgent or Critical Fixes

2=Potential Critical Issues

3=Necessary in 5 years or more

4=Necessary in 10 years or more

Result: Participants will understand the master planning process

 

HONOR BAND TONIGHT

Come enjoy the music of our Bravo students as a part of the District’s Honor Band at Santa Barbara Jr High school at 7 PM. Mrs. Dutton and our students will perform alongside other students in our School District as part of our after-school music program. 

 

SING!

Every member of Sing! is invited to participate in the Santa Barbara All District Choral Showcase, hosted by Dos Pueblos High School, this WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26 from 6:30p-7:30p.  This is a chance to hear some great choirs from elementary through high school!  Sing! will perform Love is Love (if you are new to Sing! and do not know this song, please consider attending to support your fellow choristers!).  Please arrive at the Dos Pueblos High School Elings Performing Arts Center (7266 Alameda Ave, Goleta) by 6:30p and look for the Sing! section.  Families are welcome to watch.  PLEASE WEAR YOUR Sing! T-SHIRT (your choice for bottoms) – we will have extra t-shirts on hand if you do not yet have a shirt. Please RSVP so we know who to expect – thank you!

 

PROJECT TO INSPIRE AND EMLAC MEETING ON MONDAY

On Monday, February 24th, we will be holding a very short EMLAC meeting in which Mrs. Fresch will present the proposed budget expenditures for your feedback. After the meeting closes, we will start a PROJECT to INSPIRE workshop in which we will teach you about the educational system and criteria for reclassification. Start time is 5:30 PM for the EMLAC meeting and 6:00 PM for the workshop. Babysitting will be provided.

 

ARTIST HIGHLIGHTS

We are thrilled to announce that several of our talented elementary students have been selected by Mrs. Leo to showcase their artwork in the South Coast Kids Create Art Show at the Santa Barbara County Education Office Auditorium! Opening Reception: Thursday, March 7, 5:00–7:00 PM

Open to the Public: Friday, March 8, 10:00 AM–3:00 PM

Come celebrate our young artists and their incredible creativity! Congratulations to: Kate A (Kindergarten), Noah T (2nd grade), Catalina Q (3rd grade), Lily D (4th grade), David R (5th grade), Lalo A (5th grade), Angela A (6th grade), Camila C (6th grade), Jalen M (6th grade), Sophia I (6th grade)

 

KNOW YOUR CHILD’S IEP

Are you overwhelmed with all the confusing information in your IEP document? Join us and be prepared to interact with each aspect of the plan so you are confident for your next meeting. See the attachments below for more information about an upcoming District Special Ed Parent Meeting. 

 

DRESS LIKE YOUR FAVORITE BOOK CHARACTER, FEBRUARY 28

Students are encouraged to dress up as their favorite book character on Friday, February 28 to help us close out the annual read-a-thon. Please have your child bring the book that they plan to choose to be a character from, along with wearing a costume that represents that character next Friday. Costumes need to follow District appropriate dress attire standards. No weapons or dangerous props will be permitted. 

 

KAREN DUTTON ON KYTD

Our very own music teacher was interviewed on  KYTD today. Check it out! Here is the link to the interview on KTYD this morning: on.soundcloud.com/TAbPUNKL6pv7bdfY9

 

CALM CORNER 

The Importance of Routines for Children's Mental Health

Consistent daily routines provide children with a sense of stability and security, which is essential for their mental health. Knowing what to expect each day helps reduce anxiety, improve focus, and promote emotional well-being. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, predictable routines—such as regular wake-up times, meal schedules, and bedtime rituals—help children feel safe and more in control of their environment. These structured habits also support self-regulation, making it easier for kids to manage emotions and transitions throughout the day.

Parents and teachers can create healthy routines by setting consistent schedules while allowing some flexibility for fun and relaxation. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends incorporating calming activities like reading before bed and designated homework times to build good habits. Encouraging children to participate in creating their own routines, such as choosing their morning tasks or planning after-school activities, helps them develop independence and responsibility. By fostering structured yet supportive daily habits, we can provide children with a strong foundation for both emotional and academic success.

Sources:

• American Academy of Pediatrics. (2021). The Power of Family Routines in Child Development.

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). (2022). Helping Children Thrive with Daily Routines.

REMINDERS FROM PREVIOUS THURSDAY MESSAGE

 

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! Flyer LINK

 

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. 

 

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

24 Project to Inspire Workshop

March

3 Professional Development Day NO SCHOOl

14 End of Trimester Noon Dismissal

24-28 Spring Break No School