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SPRING BREAK MARCH 24 - 28
ROAR CARD
Congratulations to the following Roar Card Winners who were recognized at last week’s Friday Flag: Lizandra Gomez, Payton Jones, Leah Arreola, Sara Chalmers, Noah Rubio Matthew Arriola, Penelope Velasco, Ceclio Carachure, Ruby Gantes, Naythan Ramirez. 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
SPRING BREAK NEXT WEEK
All schools are closed for Spring Break from March 24 to 28. Enjoy the time with your family. Be safe and well.
NEXT PRINCIPAL INPUT
The Superintendent would like input from parents about the selection of our next principal. Please fill out the survey below. there is a QR code to easily access it on your phone. Your voice matters—help shape the future leadership of our school! On April 10, a Zoom Meeting for Spanish speaking parents will be available at 6 PM to provide input in a meeting format. Look for details after break.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PJ92PSQ
AFTERSCHOOL ENRICHMENTS
We are excited to announce our Spring Session of Extracurricular after-school opportunities at
our school! Our spring programs are signed to engage and enrich our students in various
Activities. For the Spring Session, we will use the Santa Barbara Afterschool Enrichment Program (ASEP)
a platform for enrollment. Attached you will find a flyer with a QR code that will direct you to the
enrollment platform or you may click on this link to enroll https://asep-sb.com/. Here, you find
detailed programming information, create an account, and enroll your students if you're interested.
We kindly ask that you read the application instructions thoroughly. If you need assistance
completing the enrollment form, please contact your family engagement liaison at your school
Site. Dates to Remember:
March 18th: Open sign-ups
Week of April 7th: Families will be notified by the week of April 7th
April 14th - June 6th: Spring Session
If you have any questions regarding this program, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our after school program office for further details.
You can contact: Blanca Dorantes bdorantes@sbunified.org, Cecilia Valencia at cvalencia@sbunified.org
See Flyer Details Here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1H2krGEmBUwzLG2Z8TZtS9DkinvDJ-5Vc/view
*Kenya can help you register your child
LOST AND FOUND DONATED 3-21
Please stop by the Lost and Found to pick up your items! We have many jackets, sweatshirts, water bottles and lunch boxes. All remaining items will be donated on the last day of school before spring break, Friday, March 21.
SUMMER MUSIC CAMPS for GRADES 4-12
Please see the attached flyer with all the dates, times and prices regarding Summer Music Camps through the Santa Barbara Education Foundation. There will be a QR code to register your student.
CALM CORNER
Growth Mindset and Mental Health: Helping Kids Embrace Challenges
Having a growth mindset—the belief that abilities can improve with effort—helps children build confidence and resilience. Instead of seeing mistakes as failures, kids with a growth mindset view them as opportunities to learn and grow. According to research from Stanford University psychologist Carol Dweck, children who develop a growth mindset are more likely to persist through challenges and feel less anxious about making mistakes. Encouraging phrases like “You’re still learning” or “Mistakes help your brain grow” can help kids develop a positive attitude toward learning and problem-solving.
Parents and teachers can support a growth mindset by praising effort rather than just results. The American Psychological Association (APA) suggests that when children learn to reframe setbacks as part of the learning process, they develop better coping skills and higher self-esteem. Encouraging kids to try new things, set small goals, and celebrate progress can boost their mental health and motivation. By fostering a growth mindset, we help children build resilience and confidence that will benefit them throughout their lives.
Sources:
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Dweck, C. S. (2006). Mindset: The New Psychology of Success.
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American Psychological Association (APA). (2021). The Power of a Growth Mindset for Kids
REMINDERS FROM PREVIOUS THURSDAY MESSAGE
FAIR TICKETS
The Santa Barbara Fair and Expo are once again offering our school a fundraising opportunity. We will be selling pre-sale carnival tickets for the 2025 Santa Barbara Fair and Expo. Tickets are available in the school office. The wristband for unlimited rides per ticket is $30. We will receive cash or checks made out to the Adams PTA to pay for the tickets. Pre Sale Tickets will be available starting April 1st.
FROM CREEK TO CAMPUS
Adams is partnering with the Watershed Stewards Program of Santa Barbara to spruce up our bioswale. This volunteer community event will take place on Saturday, March 22 from 10 am - 2 pm. Join us for a hands-on restoration, native species planting, and community building experience! All ages and skill levels are welcome. We are very hopeful that our very own Ocean Guardians are able to participate. Bring your own water bottle and sunblock. Wear long pants and closed-toed shoes. Please RSVP by clicking here or using the QR code on the attached flyer.
SPRING CAMP: SEA LEAGUE
Sea League is offering a spring camp for students who enjoy the outdoors. Their mission is to create immersive opportunities for youth to explore, play and build community in marine habitats. They create meaningful ways for kids to engage with the marine environment, build strong swimming and teamwork skills, and foster a lifelong love for the sea. Sea League makes their programs accessible and inclusive. Through sliding scale registration and scholarships. Click on the attached to register Sea-league Spring Camp
The spring camp is a total of 10 from March 31st to May 23rd at Campus Point and Leadbetter from 3:30 PM- 5:30 PM
*Leadbetter Beach Teams * Campus Point Teams
Monday Manta Rays: Grades 3-5 Tuesday Tunas:Grades 1-2
Tuesday Turtles: Grades 1–2 Wednesdays White Sea Bass: Grades 3-5
Wednesday Whales: Grades 3–5 Thursdays Tiburones: Grades 6-8
Thursday Threshers: Grades 6–8
Friday Flying Fish: Grades 3–5
If you have any questions or need assistance registering contact Kenya Catalan Adams Family Engagement Liaison via email kcatalan@sbunified.org or at (805)563-2515 ext.1091.
PANORAMA FAMILY SURVEY DUE BY 3-21
SBUSD is committed to using data to inform decisions, which includes seeking input for students, families and staff. As the window opens for students in grades 3-12 to respond to the climate/culture survey, there is also an opportunity for staff and families to share their experiences. Please take a moment and provide your anonymous feedback about your experiences at Adams. To change the language to Spanish, use the drop down menu in the upper left corner. Here is the link to the survey for families: https://surveys.panoramaed.com/sbunified/Spring2025family/surveys
March
24-28 Spring Break No School
April
1-4 6th Grade Camp
1-5 ELPAC testing- Kindergarten EMLs only
9 Ocean Guardians ONLY- SB Harbor Kayaking Field Trip
7-11 ELPAC testing for EMLs in grade 3-6 only
9 Maker Fair & Science Night
17 Rock and Roll Kick off
17 Theater Production
18 Reclassification Breakfast
25 Roar Run