September 26-30 - Community Connection

Sargeant Families,

Thank you for your amazing participation in the Step It Up Fundraiser.  It has been so much fun giving away prizes and having end of day drawings for the mini fridge filled with cash!  On Monday, we will have our drawing for an iPad.  It is not too late to complete your golden ticket and have a chance to win a brand new iPad!  Students may bring their golden ticket to the office on Monday.  So far, 640 generous donations have been made.  

Thank you for your support of Sargeant Elementary School and the Sargeant PTC.  Thank you to all of the teachers for supporting very excited students and the PTC parents who have donated their time and energy to this fundraiser.  

Mrs. Barker

Upcoming Events:

September

9/28 - IB Assembly - Principled

9/30 - Mrs. Danielson's First Graders are taking action and raising money to buy books for our Sargeant School library.  They are selling lemonade after school on Friday, Sept. 30.   Lemonade will be $1.00 a cup.  They will be set up at the covered tables by Room 9.  Stop by and support our first graders and the library.

9/30 - Trimester 1 Progress Reports

Fall Festival Volunteer Information

2020-2021 Yearbooks Available Did you miss ordering a yearbook last year?  You are in luck.  We have a very limited supply available to purchase for $20.  Please submit $20 to the office. 

October

Walk to School Day - 10/5/22

Leatherby's Dine Out Night - 10/5/22

PTC Meeting - 10/12/22

Fall Festival - 10/13/22

Picture Retake Day is on 10/20/2022

Papa Murphys Dine Out Night - 10/20/22

Day of Awesome! - 10/25/22

IB Assembly - 10/26/22

No School - Teacher Work Day - 10/31/22 

September 19-23 - Community Connection

 

 

Sargeant Elementary School is an amazing place for students to learn and grow!  George Sargeant Elementary School of the Roseville City School District has been recognized for successful PBIS implementation at the SILVER level by the California PBIS Coalition’s System of Recognition, reflecting excellence in the implementation of the core features of PBIS. It is an honor to be apart of this team.   

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This is going to be a fun week that is full of energy and excitement!

Monday - Step it Up Kick Off

Hello Parents and Families!

We are excited to offer a way to give back to GEORGE SARGEANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL! On 9/19/2022 we will be kicking off an event to help raise funds that will benefit all of our students and staff. Our Step It UP! program, will help with funding Classroom supplies and learning tools. In addition to: New technology, curriculum enhancements, and innovative learning materials.  It is going to be AWESOME; we are excited to get started!

A few things to note:

• This program will be very easy for you. It only requires about 10 minutes of your time.
• Your students can earn great rewards, just for their effort. No money required!
• This is an online, donation-based fundraiser, and the email and text message donation requests can go to people you know anywhere in the world. That means no direct pressure on your shoulders.

Students will be bringing home more information next week after our Launch Party presentation. Please help your student register and complete the Golden Ticket assignment THAT VERY NIGHT! All students who complete the Golden Ticket assignment will receive fun PRIZES and it does not require any money to register. We will also have some fun drawings for an Apple iPad and four Mini Party Fridges stuffed with CASH!

I will be sending a few more emails throughout the two-week program. Please contact me directly if you have any questions. Thank you in advance for your support!

Sincerely,

Krista Barker
Principal

Tuesday - Golden Ticket Day!!!!

Thursday - Snowie King after school

PTC Meetings:

Thank you to all who attended the first Parent Teacher Club meeting of the school year on Wednesday evening (9/14) at 7:00 pm in room 11. Meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. We would love to have you join us as we talk about upcoming events, volunteer possibilities, and more! Kids are welcome to come to the meetings, we will have coloring available for them during the meeting time.

• If you have never attended a PTC meeting, we would love to have you come!
• If you don't know what a PTC is, we would love to have you come!
• If you don’t have the ability to volunteer for events on campus, we would love to have you come!
• If you want to learn more about what our PTC does for the school, we would love to have you come!
• If you want to meet other Sargeant families, we would love to have you come!
• If you want to volunteer for every event possible, we would love to have you come!

If you are curious about Sargeant PTC, please click on the links below to find out more information.

PTC website: https://www.sargeantptc.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SargeantPTC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sargeantptc/?hl=en

Questions? Email us: sargeantptc@gmail.com 

School Site Council Meeting Dates: 2:30 PM at Sargeant Elementary School

Review Roles and Responsibilities - Sep 13, 2022 

Site Plan Review and Approval - Oct 11, 2022
Continuation of Site Plan Review and Approval if needed - Nov 8, 2022
Safety Plan  - Dec 13, 2022
Parent Survey - January 10, 2023
Parent Survey Results - Mar 14, 2022
School Data - May 9, 2023

Sargeant Support Center

Wellness Club kicked off this week! We had a total of 81 students join us this week for a social-emotional learning lesson. What an amazing turn out! All of the students learned one of the Toolbox Tools for emotion regulation, called the Breathing Tool. The attached video helps explain the purpose of the tool and how it can be helpful to students and adults when we may be feeling overwhelmed or having strong feelings. Next week, we will be focusing on the next Toolbox Tool, the Quiet & Safe Space Tool.

Breathing Tool Video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ElF00RrPNhg

 

September 12-16 - Community Connection

 

A Note from the Principal:

Thank you for your flexibility and support as we worked through the heat and changing air conditions.  The students were also flexible and responsible as we often had to adjust to indoor recess for student health and safety.  We look forward to more comfortable temperatures next week.

September 15 - October 15 Hispanic Heritage Month.  Our amazing librarian, Lauren O'Conners, has selected books to read aloud in special recognition of this month.  We appreciate her dedication to sharing literature and the love of reading with our students.

Important Dates This Week:

Join the PTC meeting on September 14th @ 7:00 PM at Sargeant Elementary School

September 15th

School Site Council Election: 

What is School Site Council?

• The School Site Council (SSC) is an elected or selected group representative of the school’s staff and parents.

• SSC is a leadership team on a school site that is involved in the development and review of the School Site Plan.  

• They are given the opportunity to understand how funds are allocated and used. 

       When and where does the School Site Council meet?

• 2nd Tuesday of the month at 2:30 PM @ Sargeant Elementary School

2022-2023 Candidates:

Kelsey Vallas: I am currently a stay at home momma of a kindergarten student in Mrs. Duley's class.  Previously, I taught music and coached soccer. I absolutely love volunteering and being part of a community, especially when it comes to anything that can help enrich the lives of children.

Please use the link to participate in the 2022-2023 Sargeant School Site Council election process.

Community Opportunities:

RCSD Parent Parent Education Night - iReady Instruction

Girl Scouts

Water Polo

September 5th-9th - Community Connection

 

No School on Monday, September 5 - Labor Day

Sargeant Families,

We had a great IB Assembly on August 31st.  It was so much fun to have parents attend and to recognize our students for being caring.  Our September attribute is principled.  

Students who are PRINCIPLED have a sense of fairness and are honest with themselves and with others. They understand that sometimes there are rules and they follow them.

How can families help at home?

• Teach and model for your child what it looks like to be a respectful winner or loser in a game.
• Acknowledge your child when they tell the truth even though they know it will get them in trouble.

Thank you for another great week, Bulldogs!

Mrs. Barker

Sargeant Opportunities for Parents and Guardians:

Volunteer Opportunities: School Site Council Position Available 

        What is School Site Council?

• The School Site Council (SSC) is an elected or selected group representative of the school’s staff, parents, and in secondary schools, students. 

• SSC is a leadership team on a school site that is involved in the development and review of the School Site Plan.  

• They are given the opportunity to understand how funds are allocated and used. 

       When and where does the School Site Council meet?

• 2nd Tuesday of the month at 2:30 PM @ Sargeant Elementary School

        If you are interested in being on the School Site Council, please email Krista Barker

(kbarker@rcsdk8.org) with the following information by Thursday, September 8th:

• a brief “blurb” introduction and the reason for wanting to be on SSC.

MDS Position Available- 11:20AM-12:20 AM - Monday - Friday

• Visit Edjoin.org to apply - https://www.edjoin.org/Home/DistrictJobPosting/1600626
• Email, call, or pop into the office to talk to Mrs. Barker about the opportunity.

Community Opportunities

Eich Wrestling Wildcats Sign-Ups

Movie in the Park

August 29- September 2 - Parent Blog

A Note from Mrs. Barker

What a great week!  It was a pleasure to read with students and discuss how we can be Bucket Fillers at Sargeant Elementary School.  Starting next week I will continue visiting classes to observe student learning.  

Listen to a read aloud by selecting the book image.

RCSD Opportunities

IA Job Fair

We wanted to make you aware of and encourage you to come and check out some fantastic opportunities we have at Roseville City School District to serve as an Instructional Assistant.

RCSD is a fantastic workplace, and we are looking for individuals to serve as an IA in our classrooms and with our students! IA positions are flexible, rewarding, and play a key role in supporting our students! 

We will be holding an IA Job Fair on Wednesday, August 31, from 5:30 - 7:30 pm at the District Office, located at 1050 Main Street, Roseville. 

Our team will give a presentation at 5:30 to provide information about the IA job, locations, hiring, and assist you with completing an application. We will have a supervised room with activities for those who need to bring their child. Come check it out!

MDS Opening at Sargeant:

We are looking for a Meal Duty Supervisor Monday-Friday from 11:20-12:20. Please call, email or stop by to talk to Mrs. Barker about this position. We would love to have a parent fill this role on campus. kbarker@rcsdk8.org

IB Updates

August IB Assembly: August 31st at 10:00AM - Parents of students who are being recognized are welcome to attend.  Please enter through the side gate near the MPR (where students enter in the morning),  The gate will open around 9:52AM.  Please do not enter through the front office.

September Attribute: Principled

Students who are PRINCIPLED have a sense of fairness and are honest with themselves and with others. They understand that sometimes there are rules and they

follow them.

How can families help at home?

• Teach and model for your child what it looks like to be a respectful winner or loser in a game.
• Acknowledge your child when they tell the truth even though they know it will get them in trouble.  

Thank you for all of your efforts to adjust to the 7:45AM start time.  As a reminder, the back gate will close at 7:45AM.  If students arrive after 7:45AM they must enter through the front office to check in.  The teachers supervising the back gate are unable to extend their wait time in this area due to the need to transfer their supervision to their own classes waiting for them in the morning.  

Safety Drills:

We had our first evacuation (fire) drill on Wednesday, 8/25.  The students were amazing.  They had practiced with their teachers and knew exactly where to go.  They walked to their designated spots in a quiet and orderly manner.  We will continue to work on our practices for student safety.  We are always looking for areas of improvement.  

Reminder: Students exit school through the front doors or the park gate at the back of the school.  The gate on the field is not an exit gate for students.

 Student Council: Officer information meeting on August 30th at 11:40AM.  Any 4th-5th grade student interested in running for a student council officer position needs to attend this informational meeting at the covered picnic tables. Students should bring pencil and their lunch.  Student council officer applications are due on Friday, September 2nd. 

Bus Transportation: If you are planning to have your student ride the bus, please complete and submit transportation applications this week.  Students will be receiving their transportation cards very soon.  

Students will start visiting the library this week.  

Backpacks are available for students who need them.  Please contact Hillary in the Sargeant Support Center if your student. hblan@rcsdk8.org.

 Thank you PTC for planning an awesome Snowie King visit!!!  The students loved it!

August 22-26 - Sargeant Parent Blog

 August 22-26

Principal's Message:

Thank you for an amazing week, Bulldogs!  I have loved meeting students and parents throughout the week.  I am so honored to be part of this amazing community.  Over the next two weeks, I will be in classrooms reading with students and continuing my efforts to build relationships and make connections with our Bulldogs.  

Mrs. Barker August Classroom Visit and Read Aloud

             

August IB Attribute: Caring

Students show empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others.  They have a personal commitment to service, and act to make a positive difference to the lives of others and to the environment.

Students who are CARING want people around them to be happy and treat others how they want to be treated. They think about the world and work to take care of their community and the environment.  

How can families help at home?

• Role model the caring behavior you would like to see in your child all the time. Using kind words, helping people without being asked, and being an active listener all show your child that you care about people. 
• Think about how your family can get involved with community organizations.
• Discuss as a family what you can do to take care of the environment.  
• After reading a book, spend some time considering how the people in the book acted. Was someone in the book caring?

Sargeant staff caring for students:

• Greeting each student at the door
• Creating safe and welcoming spaces in the classroom and on campus
• Creating classroom agreements that consider the needs of all students
• Integrating activities for students to get to know each other and also getting to know their teacher
• Sargent Support Center tours and reading aloud to students to support and reinforce positive and caring relationships at school
• And more!

Sargeant Support Center

Hello Bulldogs! The Sargeant Support Center is up and running for the 2022-2023 school year! We have had a great first couple of weeks. A few quick updates - all classes had the chance to visit the new Support Center (Room 6) for a brief tour and were made aware of the variety of supports offered. Additionally, Wellness Club will begin in September. Wellness Club will provide a weekly opportunity for students to access the Support Center during Snack/Recess for social-emotional learning and fun with their peers. More information about Wellness Club and sign-ups will be shared in the coming weeks. 

As always, please reach out to Ms. Hillary with any social-emotional or mental health questions or needs. Her email address is listed below.

Hillary Blan

HBlan@rcsdk8.org

PTC Event

Thursday, 8/25 - Snowie King will be on the blacktop in front of the MPR on Thursday, 8/25.  Prices are $4, $5, or $7 for Snow Cones. 

Volunteers: 

If you are interested in volunteering on campus, please contact the school office for information.

Reminders:

Sargeant is a closed campus.  Students use the playground gate by the MPR and the back gate by the bike racks to enter campus in the morning.  Parents will say their goodbyes at the gate.  If your student needs additional support to go to class, please come to the office.  We are happy to find a staff member to support your student.

Kindergarten starts a regular AM/PM schedule next week.  Check your emails for reminders from your teacher.

Physical Education Update: PE LETTER TO FAMILIES

Community Flyers - Opportunities for Students and Families:

Scouting Open House

Conversations on Racial Healing

Welcome Back Sargeant Bulldogs!

Welcome Back Sargeant Bulldogs!

What an amazing start to the year!  We loved greeting your children and getting them know them on their first days of school.   It has been so much fun meeting the students and learning the ways of being a Bulldog!  Great job adjusting to the new schedule.

Back to School Night and Wednesday Folders:

Thank you for attending Back to School Night on August 9th.  It was great to meet so many of you as you entered to meet your teachers.  If you were unable to attend, you received information in your student's Wednesday Folder.  Please make sure to return Wednesday Folders each week for school to home and home to school communication.

   Sargeant Support Center (SSC)

Hillary Blan, LCSW (“Ms. Hillary”) Mental Health Specialist hblan@rcsdk8.org (916)771-1800 Ext. 27106 Room 6

Ms. Hillary welcomes you all back for the 2022-2023 school year! With this being her second year at Sargeant, she is excited to see all the returning students, in addition to meeting everyone who is new this year! Ms. Hillary is available to support students, staff, and families through social-emotional learning opportunities, behavioral and emotional support in the classroom and on campus, individual and group counseling, connection to resources and services, parenting support, and more. You may see Ms. Hillary spending some one-on-one time with a student, joining a class lesson, facilitating wellness opportunities during lunch and/or recess, and leading social skills lessons for various groups of students. If you have not already met Ms. Hillary, please introduce yourself the next time you see her around Sargeant. Additionally, if you would like to refer a student, please talk to your student’s teacher and complete a referral form (see QR code below).

Electronic SSC Referral Form (QR Code)

Plan Ahead to Volunteer:

Please stop by the office to pick up the appropriate forms to volunteer in classrooms and attend field trips.  

CAASPP Student Scores:

Student score reports are available for students in PowerSchool. You received an email via Swift on August 1st. 

• CAASPP Student Score Reports in PowerSchool-Parent Guide

Week of August 15-19

All visitors, including parents and guardians, check in through the office. Student safety is a TOP priority for us at Sargeant.  This means the campus is NOT open to parents/guardians (unless you are standing with your Kindergarten child) in the morning before school. The only gates open before school are the back gate attached to the park and the gate near the multi-purpose room. 

Have a great weekend. We look forward to seeing students on Monday!

Krista Barker

Principal, Sargeant Elementary School - World Authorized IB PYP School

1200 Ridgecrest Way | Roseville, CA 95661

(916) 771-1800 Email: kbarker@rcsdk8.org

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