State & Local Testing Continues This Week!

End-of-year testing begins this week for some classes. Click here to read the 2023 CAASPP Letter to CVESD Families from our CVESD Superintendent Dr. Edwardo Reyes. Please make EVERY effort to make sure your child is at school these days. Please do not plan vacations or doctors/dentist appointments during this time. Please remember the following:

• Ensure your child is well-rested
• Encourage your child to eat a healthy breakfast
• To avoid any test irregularities, cell phones must be put away
• If possible leave iWatches at home

CAASPP State Testing for Grades 3-6: The California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) is designed to give information to teachers, students, and their families about what students know and are able to do. Please see this parent guide about the assessment that all students in California will be taking. Parent Guide Are you interested in reviewing practice questions with your student? Practice and Training Site

CAASPP Testing Snacks Needed!

CAASPP Testing for 3rd-6th graders is around the corner!  Let’s support these amazing students by donating snacks to help them be energized and focused during standardized testing! 

Peace Patrol has volunteered to help collect and organize snack packs for some upper-grade classrooms. Since there are 9 classrooms that are in need and there will be 8 days of CAASPP testing, we need A LOT of donations (those with allergies will be given another snack). Here is what we need:

– Individually Packaged Goldfish (410 total)
– Fruit Gummy Snacks (410 total)
– Individually packaged Pretzels (410 total)
– Individually packaged Cheez-Its (410 total)
– Peppermint Puffy Mints (daily treat, so need approximately 1,620… Amazon sells in buckets of 160)

Please consider buying around 30 of one of these items. That would cover 1 class for 1 day of testing. Feel free to donate more!

When to donate: After school in the office
Dates to donate: Monday, April 17 to Monday, May 8 (this will give us time to organize for classrooms)

There will be a box for you to donate treats in the school office. Thank you for your support for all students!

LOMA VERDE STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK – DONATIONS NEEDED PLEASE

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0449A5AA2CA2FA7-loma1

Help us celebrate our 65 Loma Verde teachers and support staff for an amazing school year! The requested food listed on the sign-up will be used for various breakfasts, lunches, or snacks during the week of 5/8-5/12, 2023. The PTO is also providing a luncheon on 5/12. If you are able to donate any of the items, please drop them off by the front office between 7:30-4:00 on 5/1-5/11. Click on the link to sign up for one or as many as you want. Store-bought items only, please. Thank you for your generosity to help us celebrate our wonderful Loma Verde Staff!

Loma Verde Staff Appreciation Week – 5/8-5/12

Please join us in celebrating our Loma Verde staff during the week of 5/8-5/12. We appreciate all of their hard work and dedication to the success of all of our students. Check out some of the suggested ways to appreciate our Loma Verde Elementary School staff. Thank you!

• Monday, 5/8 – FLOWER MONDAY – Draw a picture of a flower or bring a flower for your teacher today!
• Tuesday, 5/9 – GIFT OF GIVING – Give your teacher or support staff a small gift or special drawing today!
• Wednesday, 5/10 – THANKFUL WEDNESDAY – Write a note for your teacher and support staff member today!
• Thursday, 5/11 – FOOD TREAT THURSDAY – Bring your teacher their favorite drink or food treat today!
• Friday, 5/12 – FRIDAY HELPER DAY – Be a helper and do something special for your school and teacher today!

• Monday, 5/1 Principal Appreciation Day
• Thursday, 5/4 1:15 Loma Verde Peace Run Event
• Friday, 5/5 Lunch Hero Day
• Saturday, 5/6 Saturday Scholars #4
• Monday, 5/8-Friday, 5/12 Loma Verde Staff Appreciation Week
• Tuesday, 5/9 Teacher Appreciation Day
• Tuesday, 5/9 12:00-2:00 DAC/DELAC @ CVESD District Ofice
• Tuesday, 5/9 3:00 SSC meeting
• Wednesday, 5/10 School Nurse Day
• Saturday, 5/13 Saturday Scholars #5
• Monday, 5/15-Friday, 5/18 VAPA Week
• Thursday, 5/18 Speech Language Pathologist Day
• Thursday, 5/18 8:15 a.m. PTO Meeting
• Thursday, 5/18 2:30-4:00 6th Grade Dance
• Friday, 5/19 8:30 a.m. TK & Kinder ACE Awards
• Saturday, 5/20 10:00-1:00 Bike Rodeo
• Monday, 5/22 8:30 a.m. 1st & 2nd Grade ACE Awards
• Wednesday, 5/24 6:00 p.m. CVESD Board Meeting
• Thursday, 5/25 8:30 a.m. 3rd, 4th, 5th Grade ACE Awards
• Thursday, 5/25 5:00 p.m. Kinder Dual Immersion Spring Performance
• Friday, 5/25 8:30-9:30 Community & Parent Volunteer Breakfast
• Monday, 5/29 NO SCHOOL – MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY
• Wednesday, 5/31 2:30 Kona Ice
• Thursday, 6/1 6th Grade Picnic & Kick-Ball Game
• Friday, 6/2 8:30 6th grade Promotion
• Friday, 6/2 1:00 Last Day of School (minimum day)
• Click Here for the 2022-2023 CVESD School Calendar
• Click Here for the 2023-2024 CVESD School Calendar

New Student Registration Information

NEW STUDENT registration began on February 15 online for the following:

• Kindergartners who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2023.
• 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 space in our Preschool, TK, and Kindergarten classes for next year, but has limited openings in our upper grades. 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.

Congratulation to our Wildcat Students of the Week #33!

Kinder: Charlie, David, Renata, Ryan

1st: Alessandra, Carson, Diego, Victor, Mia, Saul

2nd: Jaxon, Sofia, Leonardo, Gerardo

3rd: Isabella, Liam

4th:

5th: Jemeryl, Ayla, Jovan, Noah, Charlotte, Andrea

6th: Ashley, Luna, Arlette, Mateo, Nalley

ATTENDANCE MATTERS!

Did you know that if your child is out of school for three or more days, you can request an independent study contract? If an independent study contract is completed, your child receives attendance credit. For more information, you can contact Ivonne Jimenez (619-420-3940)

Week #33 TK-6th grade attendance average: 92.4% (Goal is 98% or higher)

Top Class with Highest Attendance in Week #33 (4/24-4/28):

• 100% Room 206 Mrs. Alvillar – 3rd grade
• 10% Room 302 Mrs. deAnda – 1st grade
• 97.3% Room 502 Ms. Holmes – kinder

Our school’s average daily attendance is 92.5% so far this year. Our goal is 98% We are improving each week!

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 CONTINUE TO 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 7:45 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!

Have you changed your address, email address, or phone number since the start of the school year? Please notify the office in case we need to contact you in an emergency.

REMINDER: Do Not Bring Toys, Cards, Gadgets, or Electronics Devices to School

Students should not bring toys, cards, unnecessary gadgets, or electronics to school unless approved by the classroom teacher. Please leave all toys, fidgets, pop-its, and other items at home. Thank you for your cooperation.

LOMA VERDE SPIRIT GEAR IS FOR SALE!

We are selling Loma Verde spirit shirts and hoodies at school. The t-shirts are $12, grey sweatshirt hoodies are $24, and green zip hoodies are $30. (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. Let’s show our school spirit, Wildcats! Please make sure to write your child’s first and last name inside their hoodie.

REMINDERS

• Click here to access our 22-23 School Handbook
• Students must have a Cell Phone Waiver on File before bringing cell phones onto campus. Click on LV Cell Phone Waiver 22-23 to access the file.
• Please screen your child for Covid-19 symptoms each day before school. Anyone with symptoms must test negative and fever-free and improving symptoms to return to school. We have a FREE COVID test for anyone who needs one.
• If your child has any pre-existing conditions, including those with Covid-like symptoms (e.g. allergies, asthma), please provide documentation from the doctor so that we can have it on file. This will help prevent your child from being sent home if they have symptoms of a chronic condition.
• Please send a water bottle with your child. Water bottles can be filled at the classroom sink or outside drinking fountains.
• Do not send candy, sports drinks, or soda to school with your child.
• Label lunch boxes, water bottles, and sweaters with your child’s name.
• No toys, trading cards, fidgets, or sports equipment from home are allowed at school.

Office Depot – Amazing School Partnership!

LOST AND FOUND

Please note that the lost and found rack will be at the front of the school.   Remember to use a permanent marker to put your child’s name on jackets, sweaters, lunch bags, and water bottles. Items not claimed will be donated to charity.

Breakfast & Lunch Menu

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.

Family Movie Night – Friday, 4/28

Campus Safety

Dear Parents/Guardians:

Starting on April 24, 2023, the Chula Vista Elementary School District (CVESD) will start installing school security cameras at our school site as part of the School Violence Prevention Program Grant funded by the U.S. Department of Justice.

The security cameras are designed to increase safety at our school site. They will actively record to help us detect and prevent unlawful activities and ensure law enforcement can access live video surveillance seamlessly.

CVESD is committed to providing students and staff with a safe and secure learning environment. I am confident that these cameras will greatly contribute to the safety and security of our school site and help us in our ongoing efforts to prevent and address any potential threats or incidents.

Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions. Thank you for your continued support in keeping our school safe.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Bree Watson, Principal

Loma Verde Talent Show!

The Loma’s Got Talent talent show was on Thursday, 4/20/23. Thank you to the talented students who showed off their amazing skills! Thank you to Ms. Fisher for organizing this special event for our Wildcats. We can’t wait for next year’s performance!

State & Local Testing Begins Soon!

End-of-year testing begins at the end of April. Click here to read the 2023 CAASPP Letter to CVESD Families from our CVESD Superintendent Dr. Edwardo Reyes. Please make EVERY effort to make sure your child is at school these days. Please do not plan vacations or doctors/dentist appointments during this time. Please remember the following:

• Ensure your child is well-rested
• Encourage your child to eat a healthy breakfast
• To avoid any test irregularities, cell phones must be put away
• If possible leave iWatches at home

CAASPP State Testing for Grades 3-6: The California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) is designed to give information to teachers, students, and their families about what students know and are able to do. Please see this parent guide about the assessment that all students in California will be taking. Parent Guide Are you interested in reviewing practice questions with your student? Practice and Training Site

CAASPP Testing Snacks Needed!

CAASPP Testing for 3rd-6th graders is around the corner!  Let’s support these amazing students by donating snacks to help them be energized and focused during standardized testing! 

Peace Patrol has volunteered to help collect and organize snack packs for some upper-grade classrooms. Since there are 9 classrooms that are in need and there will be 8 days of CAASPP testing, we need A LOT of donations (those with allergies will be given another snack). Here is what we need:

– Individually Packaged Goldfish (410 total)
– Fruit Gummy Snacks (410 total)
– Individually packaged Pretzels (410 total)
– Individually packaged Cheez-Its (410 total)
– Peppermint Puffy Mints (daily treat, so need approximately 1,620… Amazon sells in buckets of 160)

Please consider buying around 30 of one of these items. That would cover 1 class for 1 day of testing. Feel free to donate more!

When to donate: After school in the office
Dates to donate: Monday, April 17 to Monday, May 8 (this will give us time to organize for classrooms)

There will be a box for you to donate treats in the school office. Thank you for your support for all students!

April is Autism Awareness Month & Month of the Military Child

CVESD ThoughtExchange Survey is Open!

Our annual ThoughtExchange for community input on the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) is now open! Please see the flyer (in English and Spanish) for more information. This year, we are asking the question: What are some things we are doing well, and what could improve the educational experience we provide students through the LCAP? 

The LCAP shapes our District’s goals and guides our budgeting priorities at both the district and school levels. Please join in on the conversation from Feb. 1 through May 1, 2023. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions. Thank you!

Link to survey: https://my.thoughtexchange.com/scroll/629912727

• Monday, 4/24 VTS Vision Screening for TK-6th graders
• Tuesday, 4/25 CVPD SRO Dangers of Vaping Presentation to 4th-6th graders
• Wednesday, 4/26 Administrative Professional Day
• Wednesday, 4/26 – 2:30 p.m. Kona Ice
• Thursday, 4/27 8:15 a.m. Coffee with the Principal & ELAC Meeting
• Friday, 4/28 Spirit Day-Wear Purple to Show Your Support for Military Families!
• Friday, 4/28 – 1:00 p.m. Food Backpack Distribution
• Friday, 4/28 – 6:00 p.m. gate opens, 6:45 p.m. movie starts PTO Movie Night
• Monday, 5/1 Principal Appreciation Day
• Thursday, 5/4 1:15 Loma Verde Peace Run Event
• Friday, 5/5 Lunch Hero Day
• Saturday, 5/6 Saturday Scholars #4
• Monday, 5/8-Friday, 5/12 Loma Verde Staff Appreciation Week
• Tuesday, 5/9 Teacher Appreciation Day
• Tuesday, 5/9 12:00-2:00 DAC/DELAC @ CVESD District Ofice
• Tuesday, 5/9 3:00 SSC meeting
• Wednesday, 5/10 School Nurse Day
• Saturday, 5/13 Saturday Scholars #5
• Monday, 5/15-Friday, 5/18 VAPA Week
• Thursday, 5/18 Speech Language Pathologist Day
• Thursday, 5/18 8:15 a.m. PTO Meeting
• Thursday, 5/18 2:30-4:00 6th Grade Dance
• Friday, 5/19 8:30 a.m. TK & Kinder ACE Awards
• Saturday, 5/20 10:00-1:00 Bike Rodeo
• Monday, 5/22 8:30 a.m. 1st & 2nd Grade ACE Awards
• Wednesday, 5/24 6:00 p.m. CVESD Board Meeting
• Thursday, 5/25 8:30 a.m. 3rd, 4th, 5th Grade ACE Awards
• Thursday, 5/25 5:00 p.m. Kinder Dual Immersion Spring Performance
• Friday, 5/25 8:30-9:30 Community & Parent Volunteer Breakfast
• Monday, 5/29 NO SCHOOL – MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY
• Wednesday, 5/31 2:30 Kona Ice
• Thursday, 6/1 6th Grade Picnic & Kick-Ball Game
• Friday, 6/2 8:30 6th grade Promotion
• Friday, 6/2 1:00 Last Day of School (minimum day)
• Click Here for the 2022-2023 CVESD School Calendar
• Click Here for the 2023-2024 CVESD School Calendar

New Student Registration Information

NEW STUDENT registration began on February 15 online for the following:

• Kindergartners who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2023.
• 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 space in our Preschool, TK, and Kindergarten classes for next year, but has limited openings in our upper grades. 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.

Congratulation to our Wildcat Students of the Week #32!

Kinder: Emiliano, Diego, Kyrie, Isabella

1st: Ethan, Rachael, Moses, Lionnel, Sarah, Sebastian

2nd: Valentia, Nathaniel, Mia, Emiliano

3rd: Brayan, Thomas, Mia, Evi

4th: Mila, William

5th: Natalia, Becker, Jaslynn Gabriel

6th: Luna, Isabella, Edgar, Samantha

ATTENDANCE MATTERS!

Did you know that if your child is out of school for three or more days, you can request an independent study contract? If an independent study contract is completed, your child receives attendance credit. For more information, you can contact Ivonne Jimenez (619-420-3940)

Week #32 TK-6th grade attendance average: 90.9% (Goal is 98% or higher)

Top Class with Highest Attendance in Week #32 (4/17-4/21):

• 97.6% Room 206 Mrs. Alvillar 3rd grade

Our school’s average daily attendance is 92.5% so far this year. Our goal is 98% We are improving each week!

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 CONTINUE TO 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 7:45 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!

Have you changed your address, email address, or phone number since the start of the school year? Please notify the office in case we need to contact you in an emergency.

REMINDER: Do Not Bring Toys, Cards, Gadgets, or Electronics Devices to School

Students should not bring toys, cards, unnecessary gadgets, or electronics to school unless approved by the classroom teacher. Please leave all toys, fidgets, pop-its, and other items at home. Thank you for your cooperation.

LOMA VERDE SPIRIT GEAR IS FOR SALE!

We are selling Loma Verde spirit shirts and hoodies at school. The t-shirts are $12, grey sweatshirt hoodies are $24, and green zip hoodies are $30. (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. Let’s show our school spirit, Wildcats! Please make sure to write your child’s first and last name inside their hoodie.

REMINDERS

• Click here to access our 22-23 School Handbook
• Students must have a Cell Phone Waiver on File before bringing cell phones onto campus. Click on LV Cell Phone Waiver 22-23 to access the file.
• Please screen your child for Covid-19 symptoms each day before school. Anyone with symptoms must test negative and fever-free and improving symptoms to return to school. We have a FREE COVID test for anyone who needs one.
• If your child has any pre-existing conditions, including those with Covid-like symptoms (e.g. allergies, asthma), please provide documentation from the doctor so that we can have it on file. This will help prevent your child from being sent home if they have symptoms of a chronic condition.
• Please send a water bottle with your child. Water bottles can be filled at the classroom sink or outside drinking fountains.
• Do not send candy, sports drinks, or soda to school with your child.
• Label lunch boxes, water bottles, and sweaters with your child’s name.
• No toys, trading cards, fidgets, or sports equipment from home are allowed at school.

Office Depot – Amazing School Partnership!

LOST AND FOUND

Please note that the lost and found rack will be at the front of the school.   Remember to use a permanent marker to put your child’s name on jackets, sweaters, lunch bags, and water bottles. Items not claimed will be donated to charity.

Breakfast & Lunch Menu

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 Talent Show!

The Loma’s Got Talent talent show is this Thursday, 4/20/23 at 5:30 p.m. in the auditorium. Please join us to see our talented students show off their amazing skills. Our scholars have been working hard and can’t wait to perform for all of you! Thank you to Ms. Fisher for organizing this special event for our Wildcats.

State & Local Testing Begins Soon!

End-of-year testing begins at the end of April. Click here to read the 2023 CAASPP Letter to CVESD Families from our CVESD Superintendent Dr. Edwardo Reyes. Please make EVERY effort to make sure your child is at school these days. Please do not plan vacations or doctors/dentist appointments during this time. Please remember the following:

• Ensure your child is well-rested
• Encourage your child to eat a healthy breakfast
• To avoid any test irregularities, cell phones must be put away
• If possible leave iWatches at home

CAASPP State Testing for Grades 3-6: The California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) is designed to give information to teachers, students, and their families about what students know and are able to do. Please see this parent guide about the assessment that all students in California will be taking. Parent Guide Are you interested in reviewing practice questions with your student? Practice and Training Site

CAASPP Testing Snacks Needed!

CAASPP Testing for 3rd-6th graders is around the corner!  Let’s support these amazing students by donating snacks to help them be energized and focused during standardized testing! 

Peace Patrol has volunteered to help collect and organize snack packs for some upper-grade classrooms. Since there are 9 classrooms that are in need and there will be 8 days of CAASPP testing, we need A LOT of donations (those with allergies will be given another snack). Here is what we need:

– Individually Packaged Goldfish (410 total)
– Fruit Gummy Snacks (410 total)
– Individually packaged Pretzels (410 total)
– Individually packaged Cheez-Its (410 total)
– Peppermint Puffy Mints (daily treat, so need approximately 1,620… Amazon sells in buckets of 160)

Please consider buying around 30 of one of these items. That would cover 1 class for 1 day of testing. Feel free to donate more!

When to donate: After school in the office
Dates to donate: Monday, April 17 to Monday, May 8 (this will give us time to organize for classrooms)

There will be a box for you to donate treats in the school office. Thank you for your support for all students!

April is Autism Awareness Month & Month of the Military Child

CVESD ThoughtExchange Survey is Open!

Our annual ThoughtExchange for community input on the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) is now open! Please see the flyer (in English and Spanish) for more information. This year, we are asking the question: What are some things we are doing well, and what could improve the educational experience we provide students through the LCAP? 

The LCAP shapes our District’s goals and guides our budgeting priorities at both the district and school levels. Please join in on the conversation from Feb. 1 through May 1, 2023. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions. Thank you!

Link to survey: https://my.thoughtexchange.com/scroll/629912727

• Tuesday, 4/18 3:00 p.m. SSC Meeting (virtual & in-person) LV SSC Minutes 3-7-23  LV SSC_Agenda_4-18-23
• Wednesday, 4/19 6:00 p.m. CVESD Board Meeting @ ESSC
• Thursday, 4/20 8:15 a.m. Kinder-2nd grade, 9:00 a.m. 3rd-6th grade, 5:30 p.m. Loma Verde’s Got Talent Show
• Thursday, 4/20 Feeding San Diego Food Pantry at Loma Verde
• Thursday, 4/20 6:00 p.m. B-LAC Meeting
• Friday, 4/21 Earth Day Spirit Day – Wear green, white or blue!
• Saturday, 4/22 Saturday Scholars #3
• Wednesday, 4/26 – 2:30 p.m. Kona Ice
• Wednesday, 4/26 6:00 p.m BAC Meeting
• Thursday, 4/27 8:15 a.m. Coffee with the Principal & ELAC Meeting
• Friday, 4/28 Spirit Day-Wear Purple to Show Your Support for Military Families!
• Friday, 4/28 – 1:00 p.m. Food Backpack Distribution
• Friday, 4/28 PTO Movie Night
• Thursday, 5/4 1:15 Loma Verde Peace Run Event
• Saturday, 5/6 Saturday Scholars #4
• Monday, 5/8-Friday, 5/12 Loma Verde Staff Appreciation Week
• Saturday, 5/13 Saturday Scholars #5
• Saturday, 5/20 10:00-1:00 Bike Rodeo
• Click Here for the 2022-2023 CVESD School Calendar
• Click Here for the 2023-2024 CVESD School Calendar

Earth Day Celebration – Friday, April 21

We are celebrating Earth Day on Friday, April 21 with a Spirit Day and Earth Day activities! Please send your child to school with a REUSABLE WATER BOTTLE (labeled with their name) and WEAR GREEN, BLUE, OR WHITE. Please send any pictures of our Wildcats participating in our Spirit Days to bree.watson@cvesd.org.

New Student Registration Information

NEW STUDENT registration began on February 15 online for the following:

• Kindergartners who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2023.
• 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 has plenty of space in our Preschool, TK, and Kindergarten classes for next year, but has limited openings in our upper grades. 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.

Congratulation to our Wildcat Students of the Week #31!

Kinder: Rodrigo, Angela, Kehlani, Santiago, Arielle, Isabella

1st: Sebastian, Thalia, Zaer, Alexander, Julio, Eliana

2nd: Jaxon, Juliette, Declan, Hershain, Efrain, Stella,

3rd: Jordan, Jayden, Maleah, Kassidy, Edward, Ivana

4th: Daniel, Camila

5th: Aalyah, Mikel, Jovan, Jaslynn, Anne, Azucena

6th: Alex, Isabella, Nina, Jonathan

ATTENDANCE MATTERS!

Did you know that if your child is out of school for three or more days, you can request an independent study contract? If an independent study contract is completed, your child receives attendance credit. For more information, you can contact Ivonne Jimenez (619-420-3940)

Week #30 TK-6th grade attendance average: 93.8% (Goal is 98% or higher)

Top Class with Highest Attendance in Week #31 (4/10-4/14):

• 98.6% Room 204 Ms. Sadler 2nd grade
• 98.2% Room 501 Mrs. Pulido kinder
• 98.2% Room 502 Ms. Holmes kinder
• 98.2% Room 601 Mr. Holmes kinder
• 98% Room 302 Mrs. deAnda 1st grade

Our school’s average daily attendance is 92.6% so far this year. Our goal is 98% We are improving each week!

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 CONTINUE TO 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 7:45 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!

Have you changed your address, email address, or phone number since the start of the school year? Please notify the office in case we need to contact you in an emergency.

REMINDER: Do Not Bring Toys, Cards, Gadgets, or Electronics Devices to School

Students should not bring toys, cards, unnecessary gadgets, or electronics to school unless approved by the classroom teacher. Please leave all toys, fidgets, pop-its, and other items at home. Thank you for your cooperation.

LOMA VERDE SPIRIT GEAR IS FOR SALE!

We are selling Loma Verde spirit shirts and hoodies at school. The t-shirts are $12, grey sweatshirt hoodies are $24, and green zip hoodies are $30. (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. Let’s show our school spirit, Wildcats! Please make sure to write your child’s first and last name inside their hoodie.

REMINDERS

• Click here to access our 22-23 School Handbook
• Students must have a Cell Phone Waiver on File before bringing cell phones onto campus. Click on LV Cell Phone Waiver 22-23 to access the file.
• Please screen your child for Covid-19 symptoms each day before school. Anyone with symptoms must test negative and fever-free and improving symptoms to return to school. We have a FREE COVID test for anyone who needs one.
• If your child has any pre-existing conditions, including those with Covid-like symptoms (e.g. allergies, asthma), please provide documentation from the doctor so that we can have it on file. This will help prevent your child from being sent home if they have symptoms of a chronic condition.
• Please send a water bottle with your child. Water bottles can be filled at the classroom sink or outside drinking fountains.
• Do not send candy, sports drinks, or soda to school with your child.
• Label lunch boxes, water bottles, and sweaters with your child’s name.
• No toys, trading cards, fidgets, or sports equipment from home are allowed at school.

Office Depot – Amazing School Partnership!

Loma Verde Community Center Opens on 4/17/23!

LOST AND FOUND

Please note that the lost and found rack will be at the front of the school.   Remember to use a permanent marker to put your child’s name on jackets, sweaters, lunch bags, and water bottles. Items not claimed will be donated to charity.

Breakfast & Lunch Menu

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!

This quarter, our Loma Verde Wildcats are focusing on character traits or problem-solving and initiative. Last week, we had our quarterly Wildcat Expectations Assembly. Every quarter, we start off by reviewing expectations and discussing upcoming events. When talking to your children daily, please encourage them to be positive, healthy friends and ensure they are not negatively pressuring their friends. As a community, kindness makes the difference, and treating others how you want to be treated. Please make sure your children are wearing appropriate clothing to school that follows our dress code. As a reminder, before students bring a cell phone to campus they must first have a signed waiver on file in the office and it must be turned in to the teacher at the start of the day. Furthermore, check their backpacks to ensure toys are not making their way to school. Thank you for your help and support. It’s going to be a great last quarter of school!

April is Autism Awareness Month & Month of the Military Child

In preparation for “Month of the Military Child,” we are asking for our students that are connected to the military to share a picture with us for some special recognition.  We would like to have a picture of the student and family member in uniform. Please submit the picture to the office by April 14, 2023.

CVESD ThoughtExchange Survey is Open!

Our annual ThoughtExchange for community input on the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) is now open! Please see the flyer (in English and Spanish) for more information. This year, we are asking the question: What are some things we are doing well, and what could improve the educational experience we provide students through the LCAP? 

The LCAP shapes our District’s goals and guides our budgeting priorities at both the district and school levels. Please join in on the conversation from Feb. 1 through May 1, 2023. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions. Thank you!

Link to survey: https://my.thoughtexchange.com/scroll/629912727

• Tuesday, 4/11 12:00 p.m. DAC/DELAC Meeting @ ESSC
• Thursday, 4/13 – 9:45 a.m. 6th grade Masonic Awards
• Friday, 4/14 6th grade Living History Museum
• Friday, 4/14 1:00 p.m. Food Backpack Distribution & Spirit Shirt Sale
• Saturday, 4/15 Saturday Scholars #2
• Tuesday, 4/18 3:00 p.m. SSC Meeting (virtual & in-person)
• Wednesday, 4/19 6:00 p.m. CVESD Board Meeting @ ESSC
• Thursday, 4/20 5:30 p.m. Loma Verde’s Got Talent Show
• Thursday, 4/20 6:00 p.m. B-LAC Meeting
• Saturday, 4/22 Saturday Scholars #3
• Wednesday, 4/26 – 2:30 p.m. Kona Ice
• Wednesday, 4/26 6:00 p.m BAC Meeting
• Thursday, 4/27 8:15 a.m. Coffee with the Principal & ELAC Meeting
• Friday, 4/28 – 1:00 p.m. Food Backpack Distribution
• Friday, 4/28 PTO Movie Night
• Thursday, 5/4 1:15 Loma Verde Peace Run Event
• Saturday, 5/6 Saturday Scholars #4
• Saturday, 5/13 Saturday Scholars #5
• Saturday, 5/20 10:00-1:00 Bike Rodeo
• Click Here for the 2022-2023 CVESD School Calendar
• Click Here for the 2023-2024 CVESD School Calendar

New Student Registration Information

NEW STUDENT registration began on February 15 online for the following:

• Kindergartners who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2023.
• 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 has plenty of space in our Preschool, TK, and Kindergarten classes for next year, but has limited openings in our upper grades. 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.

Congratulation to our Wildcat Students of the Week #30!

Kinder: Ailany, Marcos, Marlie, Lion

1st: Damian, Arielle, Kaylie, Ariana, Aidan, Anthony

2nd: James, Victoria, Regina, Annaliese, Axael, Yamir

3rd: Santiago, Adam, Ivana, Edward, Maya, Arianna

4th: Delilah, J.C.

5th: Lex, Angela, Avedis, Camila

6th: Emiliano, Arlette, Emilio Gabriella

ATTENDANCE MATTERS!

Did you know that if your child is out of school for three or more days, you can request an independent study contract? If an independent study contract is completed, your child receives attendance credit. For more information, you can contact Ivonne Jimenez (619-420-3940)

Week #30 TK-6th grade attendance average: 93.4% (Goal is 98% or higher)

Top Class with Highest Attendance in Week #30 (4/3-4/7):

• 100% Room 204 Ms. Sadler 2nd grade
• 99.1% Room 501 Mrs. Pulido kinder
• 99.1% Room 601 Mr. Lopez kinder
• 99% Room 303 Mrs. Polanco Campos 1st grade
• 97.5% Room 206 Mrs. Alvillar 3rd grade
• 97% Room 405 Mrs. Youssofi 6th grade

Our school’s average daily attendance is 92.5% so far this year. Our goal is 98% We are improving each week!

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 CONTINUE TO 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 7:45 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!

REMINDER: Do Not Bring Toys, Cards, Gadgets, or Electronics Devices to School

Students should not bring toys, cards, unnecessary gadgets, or electronics to school unless approved by the classroom teacher. Please leave all toys, fidgets, pop-its, and other items at home. Thank you for your cooperation.

LOMA VERDE SPIRIT GEAR IS FOR SALE!

We are selling Loma Verde spirit shirts and hoodies at school on Friday, 5/14 at 1:00 p.m. The t-shirts are $12, grey sweatshirt hoodies are $24, and green zip hoodies are $30. (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. Let’s show our school spirit, Wildcats! Please make sure to write your child’s first and last name inside their hoodie.

REMINDERS

• Click here to access our 22-23 School Handbook
• Students must have a Cell Phone Waiver on File before bringing cell phones onto campus. Click on LV Cell Phone Waiver 22-23 to access the file.
• Please screen your child for Covid-19 symptoms each day before school. Anyone with symptoms must test negative and fever-free and improving symptoms to return to school. We have a FREE COVID test for anyone who needs one.
• If your child has any pre-existing conditions, including those with Covid-like symptoms (e.g. allergies, asthma), please provide documentation from the doctor so that we can have it on file. This will help prevent your child from being sent home if they have symptoms of a chronic condition.
• Please send a water bottle with your child. Water bottles can be filled at the classroom sink or outside drinking fountains.
• Do not send candy, sports drinks, or soda to school with your child.
• Label lunch boxes, water bottles, and sweaters with your child’s name.
• No toys, trading cards, fidgets, or sports equipment from home are allowed at school.

LOST AND FOUND

Please note that the lost and found rack will be at the front of the school.   Remember to use a permanent marker to put your child’s name on jackets, sweaters, lunch bags, and water bottles. Items not claimed will be donated to charity.

Breakfast & Lunch Menu

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.

Welcome Back to School, Wildcats! We hope you had a safe and fun Spring Break! Students return for a MINIMUM DAY on Monday, April 3. TK-6th grade dismissal is at 1:00.

LOMA VERDE YEARBOOK PREORDERS ARE DUE THIS WEEK!

The 2022-2023 Loma Verde yearbook includes all grades and features photos of students, teachers, staff, school clubs, and events.  It is a great way for your Wildcats to remember their time at Loma Verde! Order forms were sent home with students on 3/13/23. Preorder your yearbook for $20. All orders and money are due by 4/7/23.  Yearbooks will be distributed during the last week of school.

CVESD ThoughtExchange Survey is Open!

Our annual ThoughtExchange for community input on the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) is now open! Please see the flyer (in English and Spanish) for more information. This year, we are asking the question: What are some things we are doing well, and what could improve the educational experience we provide students through the LCAP? 

The LCAP shapes our District’s goals and guides our budgeting priorities at both the district and school levels. Please join in on the conversation from Feb. 1 through May 1, 2023. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions. Thank you!

Link to survey: https://my.thoughtexchange.com/scroll/629912727

• Monday, 4/3 Quarter 4 Begins-Students Return Minimum Day (1:00 dismissal)
• Monday, 4/3 Friday, 4/7 VAPA Week
• Thursday, 4/6 8:15 a.m. PTO Meeting
• Friday, 4/7 – 6th Grade Promotion Pictures
• Friday, 4/7 Yearbook Preorders Due
• Saturday, 4/8 Saturday Scholars #1
• Tuesday, 4/11 12:00 p.m. DAC/DELAC Meeting @ ESSC
• Saturday, 4/15 Saturday Scholars #2
• Tuesday, 4/18 3:00 p.m. SSC Meeting (virtual & in-person)
• Wednesday, 4/19 6:00 p.m. CVESD Board Meeting @ ESSC
• Thursday, 4/20 5:30 p.m. Loma Verde’s Got Talent Show
• Thursday, 4/20 6:00 p.m. B-LAC Meeting
• Saturday, 4/22 Saturday Scholars #3
• Wednesday, 4/26 6:00 p.m BAC Meeting
• Thursday, 4/27 8:15 a.m. Coffee with the Principal & ELAC Meeting
• Saturday, 5/6 Saturday Scholars #4
• Saturday, 5/13 Saturday Scholars #5
• Click Here for the 2022-2023 CVESD School Calendar
• Click Here for the 2023-2024 CVESD School Calendar

Join our Saturday Scholars Program!

April is the Month of the Military Child!

In preparation for “Month of the Military Child,” we are asking for our students that are connected to the military to share a picture with us for some special recognition.  We would like to have a picture of the student and family member in uniform. Please submit the picture to the office by April 14, 2023.

New Student Registration Information

NEW STUDENT registration began on February 15 online for the following:

• Kindergartners who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2023.
• 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 has plenty of space in our Preschool, TK, and Kindergarten classes for next year, but has limited openings in our upper grades. 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.

Congratulation to our Wildcat Students of the Week #29!

Kinder: Abel, Isabela, Armaris, Jesus, Pablo, Isabella

1st: Sebastian, Perla, Elamuel, Leonardo, Jared, Tristan

2nd: Emiliano S, Matix, Emiliano C, Nadeema, Josiah, Annelise

3rd: Sydney, Lorenzo, Christopher, Sebastian, Isabella, Ximena, Kassidy, Jael

4th:Alondra, Yarem, Maximus, Iris, Yahir

5th: Anthony, Renata, Caleb, Limberly

6th: Terence, Adrianna, Luna, Eliana, Bryson, Reannah

ATTENDANCE MATTERS!

Did you know that if your child is out of school for three or more days, you can request an independent study contract? If an independent study contract is completed, your child receives attendance credit. For more information, you can contact Ivonne Jimenez (619-420-3940)

Week #29 TK-6th grade attendance average: 91.6% (Goal is 98% or higher)

Top Class with Highest Attendance in Week #29 (3/13-3/17):

• 97% Room 402 Mrs. Peralta 6th grade

Our school’s average daily attendance is 92.5% so far this year. Our goal is 98% We are improving each week!

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 CONTINUE TO 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 7:45 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!

REMINDER: Do Not Bring Toys, Cards, Gadgets, or Electronics Devices to School

Students should not bring toys, cards, unnecessary gadgets, or electronics to school unless approved by the classroom teacher. Please leave all toys, fidgets, pop-its, and other items at home. Thank you for your cooperation.

LOMA VERDE SPIRIT GEAR IS FOR SALE!

We are selling Loma Verde spirit shirts and hoodies at school. The t-shirts are $12, grey sweatshirt hoodies are $24, and green zip hoodies are $30. (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. Let’s show our school spirit, Wildcats! Please make sure to write your child’s first and last name inside their hoodie.

REMINDERS

• Click here to access our 22-23 School Handbook
• Students must have a Cell Phone Waiver on File before bringing cell phones onto campus. Click on LV Cell Phone Waiver 22-23 to access the file.
• Please screen your child for Covid-19 symptoms each day before school. Anyone with symptoms must test negative and fever-free and improving symptoms to return to school. We have a FREE COVID test for anyone who needs one.
• If your child has any pre-existing conditions, including those with Covid-like symptoms (e.g. allergies, asthma), please provide documentation from the doctor so that we can have it on file. This will help prevent your child from being sent home if they have symptoms of a chronic condition.
• Please send a water bottle with your child. Water bottles can be filled at the classroom sink or outside drinking fountains.
• Do not send candy, sports drinks, or soda to school with your child.
• Label lunch boxes, water bottles, and sweaters with your child’s name.
• No toys, trading cards, fidgets, or sports equipment from home are allowed at school.

COVID-19 Information

• Positive individuals are considered infectious 2 days before symptom onset or the date of positive test collection if not symptomatic.
• A minimum of 5 days of isolation starting from the date of onset of symptoms day zero, or a positive test if asymptomatic
• Proof of a negative test is required to return to school or work after day 5 and before day 11
• If an individual continues to test positive after day 5, they can continue to try to test out every day. They can return to school without a test on day 11.
• If you are feeling sick or have COVID-like symptoms, please test.
• Families may come to the school office, Monday- Friday, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to receive a free antigen test. The testing is not required. Please report any positive cases to our school office at (619) 420-3940 or lomaverdeschool@cvesd.org.

LOST AND FOUND

Please note that the lost and found rack will be at the front of the school.   Remember to use a permanent marker to put your child’s name on jackets, sweaters, lunch bags, and water bottles. Items not claimed will be donated to charity.

Breakfast & Lunch Menu

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.

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