Loma Verde Is A Proud Participant In Community Schools!

Hello Loma Verde Families!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Loma Verde Community School Launch Event last Friday! What a special event to celebrate becoming a California Community School! Click on the District Information – Community Schools to learn more about Community Schools.

• Click Here for the 2024-2025 CVESD School Calendar
• Thursday, 8/29 8:15 ELAC Meeting
• Monday, 9/2 NO SCHOOL – LABOR DAY
• Tuesday, 9/3 3:00 SSC Meeting
• Wednesday, 9/4 5:30-7:00 p.m. Family Reading Games Night Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/vue4NNd1Ei
• Thursday, 9/5 2:45 PTO Meeting
• Monday, 9/9 8:45 a.m. CVESD University: Routine Rock! @ CVESD District Office
• Wednesday, 9/11 6:00 CVESD Board Meeting
• Thursday, 9/12 8:15 Coffee with the Principal
• Thursday, 9/12-Thursday, 9/19 Parent/Teacher Conferences (1:00 dismissal – minimum days)
• Friday, 9/13 5:00-7:30 Family Fiesta Night
• Friday, 9/20 8:30-9:20 Kinder-3rd, 9:30-10:20 4th-6th Wildcat Olympic Field Day
• Friday, 9/20 Last Day of 1st Quarter
• Monday, 9/23-Monday, 10/7 FALL BREAK – NO SCHOOL
• Tuesday, 10/8 Students Return, 2nd Quarter Starts (1:00 dismissal – minimum day)

At Loma Verde Elementary, our Woodwork Club students are honing their craftsmanship by building and painting model airplanes, cars, birdhouses, and more! With each step of the process, they’re developing creativity, focus, and hands-on skills. Through our LEAD Clubs, students across #CVESD are discovering new talents in a fun and supportive environment.

Loma Verde Family Reading Games Night

• Please let us know who is coming to the FREE Loma Verde Family Reading Games Night on Wednesday, 9/4 5:30-7:00 p.m. Fill out one form for the family. https://forms.office.com/r/vue4NNd1Ei
• Gate opens at 5:30 P.M.
• FUN reading games, crafts, and activities for Preschool-6th grade students and their families!
• Free books! Raffle prizes, music, and more!
• Food available 5:30-6:30 pizza, salad, Kona ice, and drinks. 
• Loma Verde students and their parents/guardians only. Students must attend with an adult.

CVESD University

CVESD University is a learning experience for parents and guardians. The program’s goal is to provide families with the tools needed to engage in their child’s educational journey in a fun, engaging program.

Workshops for 2024-25 School Year

You Can CLICK HERE for all of the upcoming information about CVESD University. This is an excellent way to become involved in your child’s education as well as learning more about the district.

Parent Passport Program

The Parent Passport is part of CVESD University. Parents and guardians can track their participation in district-level events throughout the 2024-25 school year. Parents/guardians attending eight or more district-level events will receive recognition as a Parent Scholar at the end of the year.

Family Engagement Survey

CVESD Family Engagement Survey is a way for the district to hear from you! This survey helps the district identify strengths and areas for improvement in our family engagement practices. By understanding family preferences, barriers, and satisfaction levels, CVESD can tailor our approaches to better support and involve families, ultimately enhancing student success and fostering a more collaborative educational environment. To take the survey, click here. https://bit.ly/3T45bAa

LEAD is a program that offers enrichment programs, including tutoring, music, sports, and much more! Students participating in the program learn new skills and gain the valuable opportunity to interact with peers in a physically and emotionally safe environment. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Jackie @ Email: jacquel.gonzalezsand@cvesd.org or 619-997-3278.

Dress Code: School Uniforms

Loma Verde students are required to wear school uniforms. Shirts are blue, white or grey and pants/shorts/skirts are navy or black. Spirit t-shirts can be worn any day. Please wear closed-toe shoes daily. If you choose to not have your child wear a uniform, please note, the dress code must be followed. The Uniform Exemption Waiver form this year is available in the office.

Gently Used Uniforms Needed

Has your child outgrown their school uniform from last year? The Loma Verde Health Office needs donations of clean uniform clothes to have on hand for children who need to change clothes. If you have any clean children’s uniform shirts, shorts, pants, or skirts that you no longer need, please bring them to the health office. We are also accepting donations of new, packaged underwear for this purpose.

LOMA VERDE SPIRIT GEAR IS FOR SALE!

We are selling Loma Verde spirit shirts and hoodies at school. The T-shirts are $13 and the sweatshirts cost $33. (Cash only at this time.) Students can wear the spirit t-shirts and sweatshirt any day of the week OR the uniform shirt. Order forms can be picked up in the office or click here. Let’s show our school spirit, Wildcats! Please make sure to write your child’s first and last name inside their hoodie.

LOST AND FOUND

Please note that the lost and found rack will be at the front of the school by the office.   Remember to use a permanent marker to put your child’s name on jackets, sweaters, lunch bags, and water bottles. 

REMINDERS

• EVERY MINUTE COUNTS! School starts at 8:00 a.m. Students need to be on the blacktop at this time and teachers will walk them to class. We ask all parents to exit promptly by 8:00 a.m. so that we can lock the gate after the bell.
• Please send a water bottle with your child. Water bottles can be filled at the classroom sink or outside drinking fountains. Please send only plain water in student water bottles.
• NO Gatorade, Prime, juice, etc., as this stains our carpets and attracts pests.
• Label lunch boxes, water bottles, and sweaters with your child’s name.
• Students are required to wear their school uniform every day unless a Uniform Waiver has been turned in to the office.
• Students should not bring toys, cards, unnecessary gadgets, or electronics to school unless approved by the classroom teacher.
• No sharing of food is allowed.
• NO GUM AND NO CANDY, please.

PARKING, DROP-OFF, AND PICK-UP

All of us at Loma Verde want to thank our families and community members in advance for their patience and understanding as we try to accommodate the many vehicles that arrive each morning and afternoon at our school. We strongly recommend that families use the drop-off and pick-up areas we have established at school. Drop off students only in the drop-off zone.

• If you must leave your car, park in the parking lot, not the bus loop.
• NO Dogs during arrival and dismissal.
• Please do not park in RESERVED spaces or the staff parking lot.
• Students must walk bikes on the sidewalk.
• The drop-off window is between 7:15-7:50 AM for students that are eating breakfast on campus and 7:30-8:00 AM for students that are not having breakfast at school. Students will line up on the blacktop in the morning between 7:30-8:00 AM where they will be supervised by Loma Verde staff. Each class has a designated place to line up. Teachers will pick their classes up on the blacktop at 8:00 AM. Instruction begins at 8:00 every day. Your child will be considered tardy if they are not on campus by 8:00 AM.
• Kinder, TK, SDC preschool, and preschool parents: please follow your teacher’s instructions regarding drop-off.
• Students who are not picked up by 2:45 pm (1:15 pm on minimum days) will be escorted to the office and must sign in.  The person picking up the child must come to the office to sign him/her out.
• Parents may come onto campus from 2:30-2:45 PM (1:00-1:15 minimum days) to pick up their child(ren). Please pick up your child outside the classroom and leave campus promptly. Gates will be locked at 2:45 PM and 1:15 PM on minimum days.
• For everyone’s safety BE PATIENT, KIND, and CONSIDERATE.

ATTENDANCE MATTERS!

REMINDER: Students need to be at school every day, arrive on time (before 8:00 a.m.), and stay in school for the entire day.

Week #5 TK-6th grade attendance average: 95.2% (Goal is 98% or higher)

Yearly to date (8/19/24-8/23/24) average attendance: 95.5% (Goal is 98%)

Week #5 Highest Attendance

• 99.2% Room 405 Ms. Youssofi – 6th grade
• 98.5% Room 402 Mrs. Lozano & Mrs. Ball – 4th grade
• 98.1% Room 303 Mrs. Polanco – 1st grade

Please visit this page for helpful resources on improving your child’s attendance: https://www.cvesd.org/parents/attendance-information.

• Students should only miss school if they are sick. Those with symptoms can return with a negative Covid test, no fever for 24 hours without fever-reducing medication, and symptoms improving. STUDENTS DO NOT NEED TO BE SYMPTOM-FREE to attend school. We have plenty of rapid tests at school–just ask in the office. If you have a special circumstance and need an independent study, please let us know.
• Please make sure your child is here by 7:55 a.m. and lined up on the blacktop (1st-6th grade) or by the classroom (TK-kinder). If they arrive after 8:00, they will be marked tardy.
• We begin a secure campus at 8:00 a.m. Parents/guardians must exit promptly at 8:00. Thank you.
• Students can arrive as early as 7:15 a.m.
• FREE breakfast is served from 7:15 a.m. to 7:50 a.m.
• If your child/children are absent it is very important to call the office to report the reason for the absence (619-420-3940). Please leave a voicemail or send an email to lomaverdeschool@cvesd.org.
• Absences that are not reported will be considered UNEXCUSED. After 3 unexcused absences and/or tardies you will receive a truancy letter.
• If you pick up your child/children early and/or they are tardy for personal reasons this is considered unexcused.
• Remember to bring a doctor’s note. Vacations, dentist, and doctor visits should be scheduled during our breaks whenever possible.
• If your child misses school, they are missing out on important learning! 
• Our school staff will be scheduling SART (School Attendance Review Team) meetings with parents/guardians, calling home, and doing home visits for students who are chronically absent (missing 10% of school or excessive tardies).
• Thank you for helping to get your child to school every day and one time!

Donations Needed!

DONATION NEEDED for cases of water for our classrooms.  If you are able to donate a case of water please drop it off at the school office between 8:00 am – 4:00 pm.  Thank you!

BREAKFAST & SNACKS: FREE breakfast is available for all students from 7:15-7:50. Students are encouraged to bring a healthy snack from home to eat at morning recess. Students may NOT share food at school. All students eat free lunch. Click here to see the breakfast and lunch menus and nutritional information.

Do you receive emails and communication from our district?

Opt-in to CVESD text messages (including emergencies by texting “Y” to 67587. Be sure to check www.cvesd.org and bookmark our district’s website and follow its social media:

• Facebook – @CVESDNews
• Instagram – @CVESDNews
• Twitter – @CVESDNews

CONTACT US!

• EMAIL: lomaverdeschool@cvesd.org
• PHONE: 619-420-3940
• Loma Verde CVESD Website: https://lomaverde.cvesd.org/
• Principal Mrs. Bree Watson bree.watson@cvesd.org

Our school/District utilizes the SchoolMessenger system to deliver text messages, straight to your mobile phone with important information about events, school closings, safety alerts and more.  You can participate in this free service* just by sending a text message of “Y” or “Yes” to our school’s short code number, 67587.  Click here for more information.

FOLLOW UP ON SOCIAL MEDIA!

• Loma Verde Twitter – @lomaverdeschool    Our hashtag is #lomalearns
• Loma Verde Instagram – lomaverdewildcats Install the app to follow our photos and videos. https://www.instagram.com/invites/contact/?i=1ip9wfy7lwpmu&utm_content=otsqk0b
• Loma Verde Facebook – Follow us on the Loma Verde Facebook page.

Hello Families!

We are excited for the 5th week of school filled with lots of learning and fun! Please remind your child about the importance of being kind to others and following our three Loma Verde Personal Standards: show respect, make good decisions, and solve problems.

Please join us for our BIG Loma Verde Community School Launch Event on Friday, August 23 from 8:00-8:15 AM on the blacktop. We will have special guests, speeches, and the Loma Verde Community School banner unveiling. Everyone is welcome!

Click on the District Information – Community Schools to learn more about Community Schools.

• Click Here for the 2024-2025 CVESD School Calendar
• Tuesday, 8/22 CVESD University Parent Workshop 4:00-5:00 @ CVESD District Office (light refreshments provided) All are welcome! Click here for Information
• Thursday, 8/22 8 15 a.m. PTO Meeting
• Thursday, 8/22 2:30 Kona Ice
• Friday, 8/23 School Spirit Shirt Day
• Friday, 8/23 8:00-8:15 a.m. Loma Verde Community School Launch Assembly! (Parents welcome!)
• Friday, 8/23 1:00 Food Distribution
• Thursday, 8/29 8:15 ELAC Meeting
• Monday, 9/2 NO SCHOOL – LABOR DAY
• Tuesday, 9/3 3:00 SSC Meeting
• Wednesday, 9/4 5:30 Family Reading Games Night
• Thursday, 9/5 2:45 PTO Meeting
• Wednesday, 9/11 6:00 CVESD Board Meeting
• Thursday, 9/12 8:15 Coffee with the Principal
• Thursday, 9/12-Thursday, 9/19 Parent/Teacher Conferences (1:00 dismissal – minimum days)
• Friday, 9/13 5:00-7:30 Family Fiesta Night
• Friday, 9/20 8:30-9:20 Kinder-3rd, 9:30-10:20 4th-6th Wildcat Olympic Field Day
• Friday, 9/20 Last Day of 1st Quarter
• Monday, 9/23-Monday, 10/7 FALL BREAK – NO SCHOOL
• Tuesday, 10/8 Students Return, 2nd Quarter Starts (1:00 dismissal – minimum day)

Join us for our next PTO meeting on Tuesday, 8/22 at 8:15 in the parent room #403. English/Spanish translation and light refreshments will be served. All are welcome!

Home Access Center/CAASPP Scores

The Chula Vista Elementary School District utilizes the Home Access Center (HAC) to share Student Score Reports for the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) and English Learner Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC) with parents and guardians. The California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) tests can be combined with other measures like report card grades, classroom work, and teacher observations to give families and teachers a more complete picture of each child’s learning. The HAC allows parents and guardians to securely review, download, and save student results quickly and conveniently. Last week an email was sent out by our superintendent sharing important information on accessing your child’s 2023-24 state testing reports in HAC. The letter is available for review, as well as instructions on how to log in to the Home Access Center. If you continue to have trouble logging in, please contact our front office. Please note that hard copies are not provided by the school and all scores are located in the Home Access Center database.

Letter to Families From Superintendent Dr. Reyes

LEAD is a program that offers enrichment programs, including tutoring, music, sports, and much more! Students participating in the program learn new skills and gain the valuable opportunity to interact with peers in a physically and emotionally safe environment. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Jackie @ Email: jacquel.gonzalezsand@cvesd.org or 619-997-3278.

NEW K-6TH GRADE HOMEWORK SUPPORT GROUP!

Due to popular demand, LEAD Clubs is excited to announce the opening of a new K-6th grade homework support group! We have organized the club into two sessions:

• Kinder to 3rd grade students will attend during the first hour.
• 4th to 6th grade students will attend during the second hour.

Please use the link below to register your student. Each group is under one signup link but will be split based on grade levels. After registering, add your student to the waitlist to secure their spot.

You will receive a follow-up email confirming your student’s registration or waitlist status.

https://leadlomaverdeelementary.jumbula.com/LeadHub20242025/K6thGradeHomeworkSupportClub

Multilingual English Learner Services

Loma Verde Elementary and the Chula Vista Elementary School District support Multilingual English Learners (formerly known as English Language Learners). All students classified by the state of California as MEL status participate in daily designated and integrated ELD, or English Language Development. This often looks like extra small group or one-on-one support. Please see the information below and contact your child’s teacher with any questions. 

LOMA VERDE SPIRIT GEAR IS FOR SALE!

We are selling Loma Verde spirit shirts and hoodies at school. The T-shirts are $13 and the sweatshirts cost $33. (Cash only at this time.) Students can wear the spirit t-shirts and sweatshirt any day of the week OR the uniform shirt. Order forms can be picked up in the office or click here. Let’s show our school spirit, Wildcats! Please make sure to write your child’s first and last name inside their hoodie.

REMINDERS

• EVERY MINUTE COUNTS! School starts at 8:00 a.m. Students need to be on the blacktop at this time and teachers will walk them to class. We ask all parents to exit promptly by 8:00 a.m. so that we can lock the gate after the bell.
• Please send a water bottle with your child. Water bottles can be filled at the classroom sink or outside drinking fountains. Please send only plain water in student water bottles.
• NO Gatorade, Prime, juice, etc., as this stains our carpets and attracts pests.
• Label lunch boxes, water bottles, and sweaters with your child’s name.
• Students are required to wear their school uniform every day unless a Uniform Waiver has been turned in to the office.
• Students should not bring toys, cards, unnecessary gadgets, or electronics to school unless approved by the classroom teacher.
• No sharing of food is allowed.
• NO GUM AND NO CANDY, please.

PARKING, DROP-OFF, AND PICK-UP

All of us at Loma Verde want to thank our families and community members in advance for their patience and understanding as we try to accommodate the many vehicles that arrive each morning and afternoon at our school. We strongly recommend that families use the drop-off and pick-up areas we have established at school. Drop off students only in the drop-off zone.

• If you must leave your car, park in the parking lot, not the bus loop.
• NO Dogs during arrival and dismissal.
• Please do not park in RESERVED spaces or the staff parking lot.
• Students must walk bikes on the sidewalk.
• The drop-off window is between 7:15-7:50 AM for students that are eating breakfast on campus and 7:30-8:00 AM for students that are not having breakfast at school. Students will line up on the blacktop in the morning between 7:30-8:00 AM where they will be supervised by Loma Verde staff. Each class has a designated place to line up. Teachers will pick their classes up on the blacktop at 8:00 AM. Instruction begins at 8:00 every day. Your child will be considered tardy if they are not on campus by 8:00 AM.
• Kinder, TK, SDC preschool, and preschool parents: please follow your teacher’s instructions regarding drop-off.
• Students who are not picked up by 2:45 pm (1:15 pm on minimum days) will be escorted to the office and must sign in.  The person picking up the child must come to the office to sign him/her out.
• Parents may come onto campus from 2:30-2:45 PM (1:00-1:15 minimum days) to pick up their child(ren). Please pick up your child outside the classroom and leave campus promptly. Gates will be locked at 2:45 PM and 1:15 PM on minimum days.
• For everyone’s safety BE PATIENT, KIND, and CONSIDERATE.

ATTENDANCE MATTERS!

REMINDER: Students need to be at school every day, arrive on time (before 8:00 a.m.), and stay in school for the entire day.

Week #4 TK-6th grade attendance average: 95.2% (Goal is 98% or higher)

Yearly to date (7/24/24-8/16/24) average attendance: 95.6% (Goal is 98%)

Week #4 Highest Attendance

• 99.4% Room 504 Mrs. Castro – 5th grade
• 99.1% Room 503 Ms. Jones – 4th grade
• 98.8% Room 303 Mrs. Polanco – 1st grade
• 98.3% Room 505 Mrs. Crespo – 5th grade
• 98% Room 302 Mrs. deAnda – 1st grade

Please visit this page for helpful resources on improving your child’s attendance: https://www.cvesd.org/parents/attendance-information.

• Students should only miss school if they are sick. Those with symptoms can return with a negative Covid test, no fever for 24 hours without fever-reducing medication, and symptoms improving. STUDENTS DO NOT NEED TO BE SYMPTOM-FREE to attend school. We have plenty of rapid tests at school–just ask in the office. If you have a special circumstance and need an independent study, please let us know.
• Please make sure your child is here by 7:55 a.m. and lined up on the blacktop (1st-6th grade) or by the classroom (TK-kinder). If they arrive after 8:00, they will be marked tardy.
• We begin a secure campus at 8:00 a.m. Parents/guardians must exit promptly at 8:00. Thank you.
• Students can arrive as early as 7:15 a.m.
• FREE breakfast is served from 7:15 a.m. to 7:50 a.m.
• If your child/children are absent it is very important to call the office to report the reason for the absence (619-420-3940). Please leave a voicemail or send an email to lomaverdeschool@cvesd.org.
• Absences that are not reported will be considered UNEXCUSED. After 3 unexcused absences and/or tardies you will receive a truancy letter.
• If you pick up your child/children early and/or they are tardy for personal reasons this is considered unexcused.
• Remember to bring a doctor’s note. Vacations, dentist, and doctor visits should be scheduled during our breaks whenever possible.
• If your child misses school, they are missing out on important learning! 
• Our school staff will be scheduling SART (School Attendance Review Team) meetings with parents/guardians, calling home, and doing home visits for students who are chronically absent (missing 10% of school or excessive tardies).
• Thank you for helping to get your child to school every day and one time!

Donations Needed!

DONATION NEEDED for cases of water for our classrooms.  If you are able to donate a case of water please drop it off at the school office between 8:00 am – 4:00 pm.  Thank you!

BREAKFAST & SNACKS: FREE breakfast is available for all students from 7:15-7:50. Students are encouraged to bring a healthy snack from home to eat at morning recess. Students may NOT share food at school. All students eat free lunch. Click here to see the breakfast and lunch menus and nutritional information.

Do you receive emails and communication from our district?

Opt-in to CVESD text messages (including emergencies by texting “Y” to 67587. Be sure to check www.cvesd.org and bookmark our district’s website and follow its social media:

• Facebook – @CVESDNews
• Instagram – @CVESDNews
• Twitter – @CVESDNews

CONTACT US!

• EMAIL: lomaverdeschool@cvesd.org
• PHONE: 619-420-3940
• Loma Verde CVESD Website: https://lomaverde.cvesd.org/
• Principal Mrs. Bree Watson bree.watson@cvesd.org

Our school/District utilizes the SchoolMessenger system to deliver text messages, straight to your mobile phone with important information about events, school closings, safety alerts and more.  You can participate in this free service* just by sending a text message of “Y” or “Yes” to our school’s short code number, 67587.  Click here for more information.

FOLLOW UP ON SOCIAL MEDIA!

• Loma Verde Twitter – @lomaverdeschool    Our hashtag is #lomalearns
• Loma Verde Instagram – lomaverdewildcats Install the app to follow our photos and videos. https://www.instagram.com/invites/contact/?i=1ip9wfy7lwpmu&utm_content=otsqk0b
• Loma Verde Facebook – Follow us on the Loma Verde Facebook page.

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We hope this week is off to a fantastic start! It’s hard to believe that we are already in the fourth week of school. We’re so impressed with how quickly your children are settling into their new routines and making friends. We’re so proud of our Wildcat scholars’ enthusiasm for learning! Our Loma Verde school community is thriving thanks to your support. Thank you to all the parents and guardians who attended our first Coffee with the Principal last week.

Don’t forget about our School Picture Day on Monday, 8/12, and please plan on attending the Meet the

Teacher /Curriculum Night on Thursday, 8/15. There are 2 sessions for your convenience 5:30-6:15 and 6:15-7:00 PM.

If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re always here to help! Thank you for your continued partnership.

Best regards, Mrs. Bree Watson

• Click Here for the 2024-2025 CVESD School Calendar
• Monday, 8/12 8:00 Student Wildcat Blacktop Assembly
• Monday, 8/12 School Picture Day (wear uniform)
• Tuesday, 8/13 3:00 SSC Meeting click here for the agenda
• Wednesday, 8/14 6:00 PM CVESD Board Meeting
• Thursday, 8/15 5:30-6:15 Session 1, 6:15-7:00 Session 2 Meet the Teacher/Curriculum Night
• Thursday, 8/22 8 15 a.m. PTO Meeting
• Friday, 8/23 8:00-8:15 a.m. Loma Verde Community School Launch Assembly! (Parents welcome!)
• Thursday, 8/29 8:15 ELAC Meeting
• Monday, 9/2 NO SCHOOL – LABOR DAY
• Tuesday, 9/3 3:00 SSC Meeting
• Wednesday, 9/4 5:30 Family Reading Games Night
• Thursday, 9/5 2:45 PTO Meeting
• Wednesday, 9/11 6:00 CVESD Board Meeting
• Thursday, 9/12 8:15 Coffee with the Principal
• Thursday, 9/12-Thursday, 9/19 Parent/Teacher Conferences (1:00 dismissal – minimum days)
• Friday, 9/13 5:00-7:30 Family Fiesta Night
• Friday, 9/20 8:30-9:20 Kinder-3rd, 9:30-10:20 4th-6th Wildcat Olympic Field Day
• Friday, 9/20 Last Day of 1st Quarter
• Monday, 9/23-Monday, 10/7 FALL BREAK – NO SCHOOL
• Tuesday, 10/8 Students Return, 2nd Quarter Starts (1:00 dismissal – minimum day)

LEAD is a program that offers enrichment programs, including tutoring, music, sports, and much more! Students participating in the program learn new skills and gain the valuable opportunity to interact with peers in a physically and emotionally safe environment. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Jackie @ Email: jacquel.gonzalezsand@cvesd.org or 619-997-3278.

NEW K-6TH GRADE HOMEWORK SUPPORT GROUP!

Due to popular demand, LEAD Clubs is excited to announce the opening of a new K-6th grade homework support group! We have organized the club into two sessions:

• Kinder to 3rd grade students will attend during the first hour.
• 4th to 6th grade students will attend during the second hour.

Please use the link below to register your student. Each group is under one signup link but will be split based on grade levels. After registering, add your student to the waitlist to secure their spot.

You will receive a follow-up email confirming your student’s registration or waitlist status.

https://leadlomaverdeelementary.jumbula.com/LeadHub20242025/K6thGradeHomeworkSupportClub

LOMA VERDE SPIRIT GEAR IS FOR SALE!

We are selling Loma Verde spirit shirts and hoodies at school. The T-shirts are $13 and the sweatshirts cost $33. (Cash only at this time.) Students can wear the spirit t-shirts and sweatshirt any day of the week OR the uniform shirt. Order forms can be picked up in the office or click here. Let’s show our school spirit, Wildcats! Please make sure to write your child’s first and last name inside their hoodie.

REMINDERS

• EVERY MINUTE COUNTS! School starts at 8:00 a.m. Students need to be on the blacktop at this time and teachers will walk them to class. We ask all parents to exit promptly by 8:00 a.m. so that we can lock the gate after the bell.
• Please send a water bottle with your child. Water bottles can be filled at the classroom sink or outside drinking fountains. Please send only plain water in student water bottles.
• NO Gatorade, Prime, juice, etc., as this stains our carpets and attracts pests.
• Label lunch boxes, water bottles, and sweaters with your child’s name.
• Students are required to wear their school uniform every day unless a Uniform Waiver has been turned in to the office.
• Students should not bring toys, cards, unnecessary gadgets, or electronics to school unless approved by the classroom teacher.
• No sharing of food is allowed.
• NO GUM AND NO CANDY, please.

PARKING, DROP-OFF, AND PICK-UP

All of us at Loma Verde want to thank our families and community members in advance for their patience and understanding as we try to accommodate the many vehicles that arrive each morning and afternoon at our school. We strongly recommend that families use the drop-off and pick-up areas we have established at school. Drop off students only in the drop-off zone.

• If you must leave your car, park in the parking lot, not the bus loop.
• NO Dogs during arrival and dismissal.
• Please do not park in RESERVED spaces or the staff parking lot.
• Students must walk bikes on the sidewalk.
• The drop-off window is between 7:15-7:50 AM for students that are eating breakfast on campus and 7:30-8:00 AM for students that are not having breakfast at school. Students will line up on the blacktop in the morning between 7:30-8:00 AM where they will be supervised by Loma Verde staff. Each class has a designated place to line up. Teachers will pick their classes up on the blacktop at 8:00 AM. Instruction begins at 8:00 every day. Your child will be considered tardy if they are not on campus by 8:00 AM.
• Kinder, TK, SDC preschool, and preschool parents: please follow your teacher’s instructions regarding drop-off.
• Students who are not picked up by 2:45 pm (1:15 pm on minimum days) will be escorted to the office and must sign in.  The person picking up the child must come to the office to sign him/her out.
• Parents may come onto campus from 2:30-2:45 PM (1:00-1:15 minimum days) to pick up their child(ren). Please pick up your child outside the classroom and leave campus promptly. Gates will be locked at 2:45 PM and 1:15 PM on minimum days.
• For everyone’s safety BE PATIENT, KIND, and CONSIDERATE.

ATTENDANCE MATTERS!

REMINDER: Students need to be at school every day, arrive on time (before 8:00 a.m.), and stay in school for the entire day.

Week #3 TK-6th grade attendance average: 94.9% (Goal is 98% or higher)

Yearly to date (7/24/24-8/9/24) average attendance: 95.8% (Goal is 98%)

Week #3 Highest Attendance

• 99.1% Room 503 Ms. Jones – 4th grade
• 98.4% Room 405 Mrs. Youssofi – 6th grade
• 98% Room 302 Mrs. deAnda – 1st grade

Please visit this page for helpful resources on improving your child’s attendance: https://www.cvesd.org/parents/attendance-information.

• Students should only miss school if they are sick. Those with symptoms can return with a negative Covid test, no fever for 24 hours without fever-reducing medication, and symptoms improving. STUDENTS DO NOT NEED TO BE SYMPTOM-FREE to attend school. We have plenty of rapid tests at school–just ask in the office. If you have a special circumstance and need an independent study, please let us know.
• Please make sure your child is here by 7:55 a.m. and lined up on the blacktop (1st-6th grade) or by the classroom (TK-kinder). If they arrive after 8:00, they will be marked tardy.
• We begin a secure campus at 8:00 a.m. Parents/guardians must exit promptly at 8:00. Thank you.
• Students can arrive as early as 7:15 a.m.
• FREE breakfast is served from 7:15 a.m. to 7:50 a.m.
• If your child/children are absent it is very important to call the office to report the reason for the absence (619-420-3940). Please leave a voicemail or send an email to lomaverdeschool@cvesd.org.
• Absences that are not reported will be considered UNEXCUSED. After 3 unexcused absences and/or tardies you will receive a truancy letter.
• If you pick up your child/children early and/or they are tardy for personal reasons this is considered unexcused.
• Remember to bring a doctor’s note. Vacations, dentist, and doctor visits should be scheduled during our breaks whenever possible.
• If your child misses school, they are missing out on important learning! 
• Our school staff will be scheduling SART (School Attendance Review Team) meetings with parents/guardians, calling home, and doing home visits for students who are chronically absent (missing 10% of school or excessive tardies).
• Thank you for helping to get your child to school every day and one time!

Donations Needed!

DONATION NEEDED for cases of water for our classrooms.  If you are able to donate a case of water please drop it off at the school office between 8:00 am – 4:00 pm.  Thank you!

BREAKFAST & SNACKS: FREE breakfast is available for all students from 7:15-7:50. Students are encouraged to bring a healthy snack from home to eat at morning recess. Students may NOT share food at school. All students eat free lunch. Click here to see the breakfast and lunch menus and nutritional information.

Do you receive emails and communication from our district?

Opt-in to CVESD text messages (including emergencies by texting “Y” to 67587. Be sure to check www.cvesd.org and bookmark our district’s website and follow its social media:

• Facebook – @CVESDNews
• Instagram – @CVESDNews
• Twitter – @CVESDNews

CONTACT US!

• EMAIL: lomaverdeschool@cvesd.org
• PHONE: 619-420-3940
• Loma Verde CVESD Website: https://lomaverde.cvesd.org/
• Principal Mrs. Bree Watson bree.watson@cvesd.org

Our school/District utilizes the SchoolMessenger system to deliver text messages, straight to your mobile phone with important information about events, school closings, safety alerts and more.  You can participate in this free service* just by sending a text message of “Y” or “Yes” to our school’s short code number, 67587.  Click here for more information.

FOLLOW UP ON SOCIAL MEDIA!

• Loma Verde Twitter – @lomaverdeschool    Our hashtag is #lomalearns
• Loma Verde Instagram – lomaverdewildcats Install the app to follow our photos and videos. https://www.instagram.com/invites/contact/?i=1ip9wfy7lwpmu&utm_content=otsqk0b
• Loma Verde Facebook – Follow us on the Loma Verde Facebook page.

Hello Loma Verde Families!

We are beginning our third week of instruction and are so proud of all the hard work and amazing learning! Our Loma Verde Wildcats have been discussing what it means to be a Wildcat for the past two weeks. Our 3 Personal Standards help make Loma Verde a wonderful place for our students to learn and grow. Please review the traits with your children. We are always looking for Wildcats that go above and beyond demonstrating the 3 Personal Standards: Show Respect, Mark Good Decisions, and Solve Problems! We look forward to recognizing our Wildcats of the Week on Monday at our Blacktop Character Assembly! Please keep encouraging our Wildcats to be their best selves each day! Have a great week, Wildcat families.

• Click Here for the 2024-2025 CVESD School Calendar
• Monday, 8/5 8:00 Student Wildcat Blacktop Assembly
• Tuesday, 8/6 3:00 SSC Meeting
• Friday, 8/9 8:15 Coffee with the Principal (Community School Parent Forum)
• Friday, 8/9 Feeding San Diego Food Distribution
• Monday, 8/12 School Picture Day (wear uniform)
• Tuesday, 8/13 3:00 SSC Meeting
• Wednesday, 8/14 6:00 PM CVESD Board Meeting
• Thursday, 8/15 5:30-6:15 Session 1, 6:15-7:00 Session 2 Meet the Teacher/Curriculum Night
• Thursday, 8/22 2:45 p.m. PTO Meeting
• Friday, 8/23 8:00-8:15 a.m. Loma Verde Community School Launch Assembly! (Parents welcome!)
• Thursday, 8/29 8:15 ELAC Meeting
• Monday, 9/2 NO SCHOOL – LABOR DAY
• Tuesday, 9/3 3:00 SSC Meeting
• Wednesday, 9/4 5:30 Family Reading Games Night
• Thursday, 9/5 2:45 PTO Meeting
• Wednesday, 9/11 6:00 CVESD Board Meeting
• Thursday, 9/12 8:15 Coffee with the Principal
• Thursday, 9/12-Thursday, 9/19 Parent/Teacher Conferences (1:00 dismissal – minimum days)
• Friday, 9/13 5:00-7:30 Family Fiesta Night
• Friday, 9/20 8:30-9:20 Kinder-3rd, 9:30-10:20 4th-6th Wildcat Olympic Field Day
• Friday, 9/20 Last Day of 1st Quarter
• Monday, 9/23-Monday, 10/7 FALL BREAK – NO SCHOOL
• Tuesday, 10/8 Students Return, 2nd Quarter Starts (1:00 dismissal – minimum day)

LEAD is a program that offers enrichment programs, including tutoring, music, sports, and much more! Students participating in the program learn new skills and gain the valuable opportunity to interact with peers in a physically and emotionally safe environment. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Jackie @ Email: jacquel.gonzalezsand@cvesd.org or 619-997-3278.

LEAD Club Sign-Up

Just a friendly reminder to register your students for after-school activities! LEAD Clubs registration is now open. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity for enrichment and fun! https://leadlomaverdeelementary.jumbula.com/

PARENT LEADERS NEEDED

Are you interested in getting more involved at Loma Verde?  We need parents to serve on our School Site Council and English Learner Advisory Committee. If you are interested in making decisions about our school budget and School Plan for Student Achievement, please consider getting involved.  Please let Principal Bree Watson (bree.watson@cvesd.org) know if you would like to join the committees. Our PTO is also looking for parent leaders; let us know if you want to join!

Join our PTO (Parent Teacher Organization) Group!

We need your help to make this year fantastic! Please join our PTO group to help out at school events. Fundraisers and membership dues help to fund field trips, school events, classroom supplies, guest speakers, assemblies, and much more! All the money collected is spent on OUR LOMA VERDE STUDENTS! The membership drive will begin soon. Thank you!

We Need You! 2024-2025 School Site Council Parent & Community Member Elections

We are looking for parents and community members that are interested in being part of our Loma Verde School Site Council. There are 5 parents/community members on this committee that serve a 2-year term. If you are interested in running for our Loma Verde School Site Council, please click here to put your name on the ballot. SSC elections will be held this week. The meetings are once a month, on a Tuesday, from 3-4:00 pm. SSC helps make decisions on school safety and how to spend our LCAP and Title 1 funds. Contact bree.watson@cvesd.org if you have questions. SSC Parent/Community Member Nomination Form

LOMA VERDE SPIRIT GEAR IS FOR SALE!

We are selling Loma Verde spirit shirts and hoodies at school. The T-shirts are $13 and the sweatshirts cost $33. (Cash only at this time.) Students can wear the spirit t-shirts and sweatshirt any day of the week OR the uniform shirt. Order forms can be picked up in the office or click here. Let’s show our school spirit, Wildcats! Please make sure to write your child’s first and last name inside their hoodie.

REMINDERS

• EVERY MINUTE COUNTS! School starts at 8:00 a.m. Students need to be on the blacktop at this time and teachers will walk them to class. We ask all parents to exit promptly by 8:00 a.m. so that we can lock the gate after the bell.
• Please send a water bottle with your child. Water bottles can be filled at the classroom sink or outside drinking fountains. Please send only plain water in student water bottles.
• NO Gatorade, Prime, juice, etc., as this stains our carpets and attracts pests.
• Label lunch boxes, water bottles, and sweaters with your child’s name.
• Students are required to wear their school uniform every day unless a Uniform Waiver has been turned in to the office.
• Students should not bring toys, cards, unnecessary gadgets, or electronics to school unless approved by the classroom teacher.
• No sharing of food is allowed.
• NO GUM AND NO CANDY, please.

PARKING, DROP-OFF, AND PICK-UP

All of us at Loma Verde want to thank our families and community members in advance for their patience and understanding as we try to accommodate the many vehicles that arrive each morning and afternoon at our school. We strongly recommend that families use the drop-off and pick-up areas we have established at school. Drop off students only in the drop-off zone.

• If you must leave your car, park in the parking lot, not the bus loop.
• NO Dogs during arrival and dismissal.
• Please do not park in RESERVED spaces or the staff parking lot.
• Students must walk bikes on the sidewalk.
• The drop-off window is between 7:15-7:50 AM for students that are eating breakfast on campus and 7:30-8:00 AM for students that are not having breakfast at school. Students will line up on the blacktop in the morning between 7:30-8:00 AM where they will be supervised by Loma Verde staff. Each class has a designated place to line up. Teachers will pick their classes up on the blacktop at 8:00 AM. Instruction begins at 8:00 every day. Your child will be considered tardy if they are not on campus by 8:00 AM.
• Kinder, TK, SDC preschool, and preschool parents: please follow your teacher’s instructions regarding drop-off.
• Students who are not picked up by 2:45 pm (1:15 pm on minimum days) will be escorted to the office and must sign in.  The person picking up the child must come to the office to sign him/her out.
• Parents may come onto campus from 2:30-2:45 PM (1:00-1:15 minimum days) to pick up their child(ren). Please pick up your child outside the classroom and leave campus promptly. Gates will be locked at 2:45 PM and 1:15 PM on minimum days.
• For everyone’s safety BE PATIENT, KIND, and CONSIDERATE.

ATTENDANCE MATTERS!

REMINDER: Students need to be at school every day, arrive on time (before 8:00 a.m.), and stay in school for the entire day.

Week #2 TK-6th grade attendance average: 95% (Goal is 98% or higher)

Yearly to date (7/24/24-8/2/24) average attendance: 95.1% (Goal is 98%)

Week #2 Highest Attendance

• 100% Room 204 Ms. Sadler – 2nd grade
• 99% Room 601 Mr. Lopez – Kinder
• 98.6% Room 602 Ms. Holmes – Kinder
• 98.5% Room 402 Mrs. Ball & Mrs. Lozano – 4th grade
• 98.1% Room 504 Mrs. Castro – 5th grade

Please visit this page for helpful resources on improving your child’s attendance: https://www.cvesd.org/parents/attendance-information.

• Students should only miss school if they are sick. Those with symptoms can return with a negative Covid test, no fever for 24 hours without fever-reducing medication, and symptoms improving. STUDENTS DO NOT NEED TO BE SYMPTOM-FREE to attend school. We have plenty of rapid tests at school–just ask in the office. If you have a special circumstance and need an independent study, please let us know.
• Please make sure your child is here by 7:55 a.m. and lined up on the blacktop (1st-6th grade) or by the classroom (TK-kinder). If they arrive after 8:00, they will be marked tardy.
• We begin a secure campus at 8:00 a.m. Parents/guardians must exit promptly at 8:00. Thank you.
• Students can arrive as early as 7:15 a.m.
• FREE breakfast is served from 7:15 a.m. to 7:50 a.m.
• If your child/children are absent it is very important to call the office to report the reason for the absence (619-420-3940). Please leave a voicemail or send an email to lomaverdeschool@cvesd.org.
• Absences that are not reported will be considered UNEXCUSED. After 3 unexcused absences and/or tardies you will receive a truancy letter.
• If you pick up your child/children early and/or they are tardy for personal reasons this is considered unexcused.
• Remember to bring a doctor’s note. Vacations, dentist, and doctor visits should be scheduled during our breaks whenever possible.
• If your child misses school, they are missing out on important learning! 
• Our school staff will be scheduling SART (School Attendance Review Team) meetings with parents/guardians, calling home, and doing home visits for students who are chronically absent (missing 10% of school or excessive tardies).
• Thank you for helping to get your child to school every day and one time!

BREAKFAST & SNACKS: FREE breakfast is available for all students from 7:15-7:50. Students are encouraged to bring a healthy snack from home to eat at morning recess. Students may NOT share food at school. All students eat free lunch. Click here to see the breakfast and lunch menus and nutritional information.

Do you receive emails and communication from our district?

Opt-in to CVESD text messages (including emergencies by texting “Y” to 67587. Be sure to check www.cvesd.org and bookmark our district’s website and follow its social media:

• Facebook – @CVESDNews
• Instagram – @CVESDNews
• Twitter – @CVESDNews

CONTACT US!

• EMAIL: lomaverdeschool@cvesd.org
• PHONE: 619-420-3940
• Loma Verde CVESD Website: https://lomaverde.cvesd.org/
• Principal Mrs. Bree Watson bree.watson@cvesd.org

Our school/District utilizes the SchoolMessenger system to deliver text messages, straight to your mobile phone with important information about events, school closings, safety alerts and more.  You can participate in this free service* just by sending a text message of “Y” or “Yes” to our school’s short code number, 67587.  Click here for more information.

FOLLOW UP ON SOCIAL MEDIA!

• Loma Verde Twitter – @lomaverdeschool    Our hashtag is #lomalearns
• Loma Verde Instagram – lomaverdewildcats Install the app to follow our photos and videos. https://www.instagram.com/invites/contact/?i=1ip9wfy7lwpmu&utm_content=otsqk0b
• Loma Verde Facebook – Follow us on the Loma Verde Facebook page.

Loma Verde Is A Proud Participant In Community Schools

Hello Loma Verde Families!

Thank you for a wonderful first week of school, Loma Verde Wildcats!  It was so great to welcome back our Wildcats for the 2024-2025 school year. We were so excited to see the smiles and happiness of our students this week! Thank you for entrusting your children with us! We are so thankful for our teachers and staff that put in the extra effort to make the beginning of the school year such a success and prepare for an amazing year of learning.

Our goal is to inform families of school events and give important announcements for the coming week. Please sign up to follow this blog with your email. The weekly blog will be sent out at the beginning of each week through CVESD School Messenger, ClassDojo, and Loma Verde’s Facebook page. Thank you for reading the weekly blog. Click on the LV 2024-25 Parent-Student Handbook for all the school information parents need to know.

LEAD Club Sign-Up

Just a friendly reminder to register your students for after-school activities! LEAD Clubs registration is now open. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity for enrichment and fun! https://leadlomaverdeelementary.jumbula.com/

Cell Phone & Smart Watch Policy

A student may have a cell phone/smart watch on campus only if the parent/guardian has filled out and submitted a LV Cell Phone Waiver 24-25 to the school office. A student may bring a cell phone/smartwatch only after the parent has received his/her copy of the permission form signed by a school administrator. Cell phones/smart watches must be turned in to the classroom teacher at the start of the day and will be returned at the end of the day. Students are NOT allowed to keep cell phones on them, in desks, or in their backpacks during the school day. Cell phone permission approval is valid for one school year only and must be renewed each school year. On campus violation of any of the terms of the cell phone permission will result in the confiscation and revocation of cell phone privileges. The parent must come to the office to pick up the phone from an administrator. Read this article about giving tweens cell phones.

• Click Here for the 2024-2025 CVESD School Calendar
• Monday, 7/29 8:00 Student Wildcat Blacktop Assembly
• Wednesday, 7/31 2:45 PTO Meeting
• Tuesday, 8/6 3:00 SSC Meeting
• Friday, 8/9 8:15 Coffee with the Principal
• Friday, 8/9 Feeding San Diego Food Distribution
• Monday, 8/12 School Picture Day (wear uniform)
• Wednesday, 8/14 6:00 PM CVESD Board Meeting
• Thursday, 8/15 5:30 Meet the Teacher/Curriculum Night

2024-2025 Important School Dates:

As summer is fast approaching, don’t forget to review the return dates for our students in July. Please take a moment to review the upcoming school calendar for the 2024-25 school year. It is important to plan your vacations, family reunions, and other travel during school breaks. Click Here for the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar.

Important Dates for quick reference:

• Student Starting Date: July 24, 2024
• Student Ending Date: June 6, 2025

Key breaks include

• Fall Break: September 23 – October 7, 2024
• Thanksgiving Break: November 25 – November 29, 2024
• Winter Break: December 23, 2024 – January 13, 2025
• Spring Break: March 24 – April 4, 2025

Kindergarten and TK Special Schedule

Please see the dates and times below for our TK-kinder minimum day schedule for the first 8 days.  TK/Kinder parents need to pick up students at the classrooms.  Gates will be open in the afternoon.  Please do not park in the drop-off/pick-up lane.

• Monday, 7/29-Friday, 8/2 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Monday, 8/5 kindergarten and TK will start the full-day schedule (2:30 dismissal)

Loma Verde Dress Code: School Uniforms

Loma Verde students will be required to wear school uniforms. Shirts are blue, white or grey and pants/shorts/skirts are navy or black. Spirit t-shirts can be worn any day. Please wear closed-toe shoes daily. If you need help acquiring the uniforms, please contact the office. Information is confidential.

DRESS CODE:

Students are expected to come to school appropriately dressed. Students failing to dress appropriately will be asked to change. If students are unable to change, parents/guardians will be contacted to bring clothing for their child to school. Parents/guardians are encouraged to have all student clothing free of any writing, pictures, or insignias. Students are not allowed to display by wearing or placement of apparel that would signify the affiliation or intent of affiliation in a student group advocating or participating in disruptive behavior. Ed Code 35183

Loma Verde allows for the outdoor use of sun-protective clothing and the use of sunscreen by students during the day. Sun Protective Clothing EC 35183.5

PANTS SHOULD:

• Be fitted at the waist
• Be worn on the waist, not sagging
• Stay up on the waist if the belt isn’t worn
• Not show skin
• Completely cover other clothing worn as an undergarment (gym shorts, underwear, etc.)
• Leggings must be worn appropriately

SHORTS SHOULD:

• Be fitted at the waist
• Not be short shorts
• Be long enough to cover the buttocks, and upper thighs when walking, sitting, bending, or reaching
• Not be torn

SKIRTS, SKORTS, DRESSES SHOULD:

• Be long enough to cover the buttocks, and upper thighs when walking, sitting, bending, or reaching

TOPS SHOULD:

• Not be backless, low back or low front
• Not be tube tops, halter tops, or spaghetti straps
• Not show bra, bandeau or bra-like items
• Be long enough so that skin is not showing at the midriff when arms are raised
• Have at least one-inch straps
• Clothes shall be sufficient to conceal undergarments at all times

HATS/CAPS/HOODS:

• Hats and beanies must be worn with the bill forward, team hats should be worn outdoors ONLY
• Hoods are not allowed to be worn indoors

SHOES SHOULD:

• Be worn at all times and tied
• Cover heels and toes
• Tennis shoes must be tied at all times
• Sandals must have closed toes and heel straps 
• Flip-flops or other backless shoes or sandals are not acceptable and can create a safety issue

NOT ALLOWED ON CLOTHING OR ACCESSORIES:

• Hanging belts, belts must be through belts loops
• Hairnets, bandanas, or blankets worn as outer garment covering
• Pajamas (only during class and school spirit days)
• Clothing with words or logos shall be free of writing or images that promote alcohol, tobacco, drugs, gangs, violence, profanity, rude, pictures, vulgarity, sexual connotations or racial prejudice
• Any item that becomes a disruption to the educational process
• Make-up is inappropriate in the elementary school
• Dangling earrings, long chains, and keys are worn visibly around the neck are unsafe (key chains should not be on the playground, as it will present a danger)

If you choose to not have your child wear a uniform, please note, the following dress code must be followed. Be sure to read it. The Uniform Exemption Waiver form for this upcoming year is available in the office.

Gently Used Uniforms Needed

Has your child outgrown their school uniform from last year? The Loma Verde Health Office needs donations of clean uniform clothes to have on hand for children who need to change clothes. If you have any clean children’s uniform shirts, shorts, pants, or skirts that you no longer need, please bring them to the health office.

New Student Registration Information

• Kindergartners who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2024.
• NEW students in grades 1^st through 6^th 
• All registrations will take place online. There will be no paper packets. To register please visit our district website: www.cvesd.org

Loma Verde Elementary currently has limited space in all classes for this year. Please contact our office for questions about space availability at (619) 420-3940.

Loma Verde Elementary offers a free preschool program for qualifying families that live in San Diego County. Learn more and enroll your child today at http://cvesd.org/preschool.

• Please note:
  • TK students will not need a renewal zone transfer link as they will need to register at their neighborhood school for Kindergarten. Our district’s Early Childhood Education department supports Preschool and TK enrollment. Please contact them directly at (619) 425-9600 Ext.181725.
  • The Renewal Zone Transfer Form is independent of the “New Zone Transfer Form.”
  • Students who will be transitioning to Sweetwater Union High School District for seventh grade (middle school) do not need to notify CVESD about this but will need to complete registration processes with that district via https://www.sweetwaterschools.org/.

Loma Verde Elementary offers both the Dual Immersion (English & Spanish 50/50) program and English-only classes in kindergarten through 6th grade. Call 619-420-3940 for more information or click here to register.

PARENT LEADERS NEEDED

Are you interested in getting more involved at Loma Verde?  We need parents to serve on our School Site Council and English Learner Advisory Committee. If you are interested in making decisions about our school budget and School Plan for Student Achievement, please consider getting involved.  Please let Principal Bree Watson (bree.watson@cvesd.org) know if you would like to join the committees. Our PTO is also looking for parent leaders; let us know if you want to join!

Join our PTO (Parent Teacher Organization) Group!

We need your help to make this year fantastic! Please join our PTO group to help out at school events. Fundraisers and membership dues help to fund field trips, school events, classroom supplies, guest speakers, assemblies, and much more! All the money collected is spent on OUR LOMA VERDE STUDENTS! The membership drive will begin soon. Thank you!

We Need You! 2024-2025 School Site Council Parent & Community Member Elections

We are looking for parents and community members that are interested in being part of our Loma Verde School Site Council. There are 5 parents/community members on this committee that serve a 2-year term. If you are interested in running for our Loma Verde School Site Council, please click here to put your name on the ballot. SSC elections will be held this week. The meetings are once a month, on a Tuesday, from 3-4:00 pm. SSC helps make decisions on school safety and how to spend our LCAP and Title 1 funds. Contact bree.watson@cvesd.org if you have questions. SSC Parent/Community Member Nomination Form

REMINDERS

• EVERY MINUTE COUNTS! School starts at 8:00 a.m. Students need to be on the blacktop at this time and teachers will walk them to class. We ask all parents to exit promptly by 8:00 a.m. so that we can lock the gate after the bell.
• Please send a water bottle with your child. Water bottles can be filled at the classroom sink or outside drinking fountains.
• Label lunch boxes, water bottles, and sweaters with your child’s name!

PARKING, DROP-OFF, AND PICK-UP

All of us at Loma Verde want to thank our families and community members in advance for their patience and understanding as we try to accommodate the many vehicles that arrive each morning and afternoon at our school. We strongly recommend that families use the drop-off and pick-up areas we have established at school. Drop off students only in the drop-off zone.

• If you must leave your car, park in the parking lot, not the bus loop.
• NO Dogs during arrival and dismissal.
• Please do not park in RESERVED spaces or the staff parking lot.
• Students must walk bikes on the sidewalk.
• The drop-off window is between 7:15-7:50 AM for students that are eating breakfast on campus and 7:30-8:00 AM for students that are not having breakfast at school. Students will line up on the blacktop in the morning between 7:30-8:00 AM where they will be supervised by Loma Verde staff. Each class has a designated place to line up. Teachers will pick their classes up on the blacktop at 8:00 AM. Instruction begins at 8:00 every day. Your child will be considered tardy if they are not on campus by 8:00 AM.
• Kinder, TK, SDC preschool, and preschool parents: please follow your teacher’s instructions regarding drop-off.
• Students who are not picked up by 2:45 pm (1:15 pm on minimum days) will be escorted to the office and must sign in.  The person picking up the child must come to the office to sign him/her out.
• Parents may come onto campus from 2:30-2:45 PM (1:00-1:15 minimum days) to pick up their child(ren). Please pick up your child outside the classroom and leave campus promptly. Gates will be locked at 2:45 PM and 1:15 PM on minimum days.
• For everyone’s safety BE PATIENT, KIND, and CONSIDERATE.

ATTENDANCE MATTERS!

REMINDER: Students need to be at school every day, arrive on time (before 8:00 a.m.), and stay in school for the entire day.

• LET’S IMPROVE OUR ATTENDANCE AT LOMA VERDE!
• Students should only miss school if they are sick. Those with symptoms can return with a negative Covid test, no fever for 24 hours without fever-reducing medication, and symptoms improving. STUDENTS DO NOT NEED TO BE SYMPTOM-FREE to attend school. We have plenty of rapid tests at school–just ask in the office. If you have a special circumstance and need an independent study, please let us know.
• Please make sure your child is here by 7:55 a.m. and lined up on the blacktop (1st-6th grade) or by the classroom (TK-kinder). If they arrive after 8:00, they will be marked tardy.
• We begin a secure campus at 8:00 a.m. Parents/guardians must exit promptly at 8:00. Thank you.
• Students can arrive as early as 7:15 a.m.
• FREE breakfast is served from 7:15 a.m. to 7:50 a.m.
• If your child/children are absent it is very important to call the office to report the reason for the absence (619-420-3940). Please leave a voicemail or send an email to lomaverdeschool@cvesd.org.
• Absences that are not reported will be considered UNEXCUSED. After 3 unexcused absences and/or tardies you will receive a truancy letter.
• If you pick up your child/children early and/or they are tardy for personal reasons this is considered unexcused.
• Remember to bring a doctor’s note. Vacations, dentist, and doctor visits should be scheduled during our breaks whenever possible.
• If your child misses school, they are missing out on important learning! 
• Our school staff will be scheduling SART (School Attendance Review Team) meetings with parents/guardians, calling home, and doing home visits for students who are chronically absent (missing 10% of school or excessive tardies).
• Thank you for helping to get your child to school every day and one time!

BREAKFAST & SNACKS: FREE breakfast is available for all students from 7:15-7:50. Students are encouraged to bring a healthy snack from home to eat at morning recess. Students may NOT share food at school. All students eat free lunch. Click here to see the breakfast and lunch menus and nutritional information.

Do you receive emails and communication from our district?

Opt-in to CVESD text messages (including emergencies by texting “Y” to 67587. Be sure to check www.cvesd.org and bookmark our district’s website and follow its social media:

• Facebook – @CVESDNews
• Instagram – @CVESDNews
• Twitter – @CVESDNews

CONTACT US!

• EMAIL: lomaverdeschool@cvesd.org
• PHONE: 619-420-3940
• Loma Verde CVESD Website: https://lomaverde.cvesd.org/
• Principal Mrs. Bree Watson bree.watson@cvesd.org

Our school/District utilizes the SchoolMessenger system to deliver text messages, straight to your mobile phone with important information about events, school closings, safety alerts and more.  You can participate in this free service* just by sending a text message of “Y” or “Yes” to our school’s short code number, 67587.  Click here for more information.

FOLLOW UP ON SOCIAL MEDIA!

• Loma Verde Twitter – @lomaverdeschool    Our hashtag is #lomalearns
• Loma Verde Instagram – lomaverdewildcats Install the app to follow our photos and videos. https://www.instagram.com/invites/contact/?i=1ip9wfy7lwpmu&utm_content=otsqk0b
• Loma Verde Facebook – Follow us on the Loma Verde Facebook page.