As you may know, the Chula Vista Elementary School District will begin the 2020-21 school year on August 31 in a distance learning instructional model with no classes occurring at school sites. Thank you to those who have already provided input via our recently emailed survey. If you have not yet responded, please remember your input is REQUIRED in order to ensure we are responsive to the needs of our community. We understand that circumstances may change and your responses today may be different in the future. Click here to access the survey or cut and paste the following into your web browser:
Como ya se habrán enterado, el Distrito de Escuelas Primarias de Chula Vista comenzará el ciclo escolar 2020-21 el 31 de agosto con el modelo de instrucción de educación a distancia, sin impartir clases en las escuelas. Agradecemos a quienes ya aportaron su opinión por medio de nuestra encuesta que recientemente fue enviada por correo electrónico. Si aun no ha respondido a la encuesta, por favor recuerde que su opinión es REQUERIDA para garantizar que estamos respondiendo a las necesidades de nuestra comunidad. Entendemos que las circunstancias pueden cambiar y sus respuestas de hoy pueden ser diferentes en el futuro. Haga clic aquí para acceder a la encuesta o corte y pegue lo siguiente en su navegador:
Como recordatorio, cuando se abre la encuesta, puede seleccionar español haciendo clic en la opción de idioma como se ilustra en la siguiente captura de pantalla:
When the 2020-21 school year begins on August 31, it will be in a distance-learning format with no classes occurring at school sites. We will continue to work towards transitioning to in-person instruction but will only do so when guidance from local health officials supports a safe transition back to learning on-site in classrooms. 2020-21-School-Calendar
Hello Loma Verde Families and Friends!
As you are all aware, we are in a fluid situation. I want to assure you the Loma Verde teachers and I want more than anything to be at school with our Wildcat students. We are following the guidelines given and safety has to be our top priority. I will continue to keep you updated. There is a new survey from the district that is extremely important. Please take the time to fill it out for EACH of your children. Your input is REQUIRED in order to ensure we are responsive to the needs of our community. We understand that circumstances may change and your responses today may be different in the future. Click here to access the survey or cut and paste the following into your web browser:
Please be mindful that each individual has an opinion and different circumstances. I am proud to be part of the Loma Verde community that has done its best in challenging circumstances. We will continue to show the Wildcat Way: show respect, make good decisions, and solve problems! We love you and miss you! Please reach out if you have any questions. Please stay safe and healthy!
Kind Regards,
Mrs. Bree Watson, Principal
SCHOOL YEAR TO START IN DISTANCE LEARNING MODEL
Dr. Francisco Escobedo, Superintendent of CVESD
Dear Parents/Guardians and Staff Members,
I hope your summer is off to a great start and that your families remain healthy and safe. Since March, our community has stood together to combat the COVID-19 pandemic by staying home. This time with family reminds me that “Education Starts in the Home.” And given today’s reality, so does safety. Last year, our theme was “Nurturing Relationships Through Grit” and our staff, students and community persevered throughout a difficult period completing the school year in previously unimagined ways. For the coming school year, our theme calls on our community again by “Nurturing Relationships Through Greatness.”
Since our schools closed on March 13, 2020, the Chula Vista Elementary School District (CVESD) staff supported our students and community through many initiatives. Child Nutrition Services team members provided food service to our families in need. District teachers adapted education to provide distance learning to finish the 2019-20 school year while providing meaningful social emotional support for our students. I am so thankful for the professionalism and effort provided by our employees!
We are anxious to bring students and staff back to school for in-person instruction, but we must do so in a safe manner. Reopening campuses requires a great deal of planning and preparation, and many expenses that would not have been necessary under normal circumstances.
When the 2020-21 school year begins on August 31, it will be in a distance learning format. We will continue to work towards transitioning to in-person instruction but will only do so when guidance from local health officials supports a safe transition back to learning on site in classrooms. We know that many parents, students, staff, and community members are disappointed by this decision and we understand that this will complicate many individual family situations.
When students return to campus for in-person instruction, learning will look much different than previous years because of new health and safety measures. With safety goals always in mind, our leadership team, teachers, bargaining group representatives, parents, and community members are actively collaborating on a school reopening plan that will guide us on how to safely reopen our 46 campuses. At the suggestion of Board Members and a request from Board President Armando Farías, a Task Force on Reopening Schools was established to help us gather input and suggestions on guidelines and protocols in order to provide a strong continuity of learning for our students.
Even though the 2020-21 school year will begin with distance learning, it is important to know that our District will continue developing plans to transition into either a hybrid learning model; which is a combination of in-person instruction and distance learning, or into a full in-person instructional model. In fact, there are three learning models CVESD could possibly offer during the 2020-21 school year, which are:
Distance Learning: During High Risk Level
100% of the learning occurs while the teacher and the student are in different locations.
Includes many new components such as daily live interaction with the teacher, and instruction that is aligned to grade level standards, provided at a level of quality and intellectual challenge substantially equivalent to in-person instruction.
Other criteria for delivering instruction in a distance learning model has been outlined in Assembly Bill 77, which also includes a requirement for a minimum number of daily instructional minutes, depending on the student’s grade level.
Hybrid Learning: During Medium Risk Level
A combination of in-person and distance learning. There are many variations of what a hybrid model could look like. Hybrid instructional scenarios would be designed to reduce the number of students on campus up to 50%.
100% distance learning would also be an option offered to students who feel safer learning at home.
In-person Instruction: During Low Risk Level
100% of the learning occurs at school, in the classroom with the teacher. Distancing norms and safety protocols would be in place.
100% distance learning would also be an option offered to students who feel safer learning at home.
If at any point in the school year, conditions worsen and Public Health orders the closure of schools, CVESD will be prepared to move back into a distance learning or hybrid model at any time.
Again, all students will start the coming school year in the 100% Distance Learning model. To address circumstances in which families cannot sustain 100% distance learning at home, and have no other option other than to send students to school for the entire school day, CVESD will need to be advised in advance by the parents/guardians. We are actively exploring childcare options for families who must have students in school full time.
Once it is safe to transition into a hybrid model or an in-person instructional model, CVESD will need to determine how many students would prefer to remain in a 100% distance learning model. Therefore, on Friday, July 17, 2020, the District will send registration information to families so that they may choose the educational option that best fits their needs and comfort level.
In addition to the above options, the District is working to develop enrichment materials for all of our students to reduce any lost education opportunities during this health emergency. For parents who are concerned about the impacts of the virus on their student(s), we hope the distance learning model provides a level of comfort. We know that the process of returning to school while adapting to either in-person or online instruction, along with a host of new procedures, will be challenging for everyone in our school communities. But, as we have done throughout this ordeal, we will work together, persevere, and ensure our students are supported in every way possible.
When schools do reopen their doors, up-to-date safety protocols set forth by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) will be in place. Guidelines and protocols adapt frequently based on the status of the local community. Based on what is known at this time:
Students are fully expected to wear face coverings; employees are required to wear face coverings. We plan to provide supervised breaks and outdoor time where students can temporarily remove their masks.
Handwashing and hygiene will be regularly enforced.
Daily disinfection of classrooms will occur.
Daily health screenings and temperature checks will occur.
Physical distancing will be in place within the classroom to the extent possible and following state/local guidelines.
Between now and the beginning of the school year, the District will be communicating frequently. Additional information on changes to our school environment will be shared with you prior to the start of school.
I want to reiterate the pride I have for our community and its response to the ongoing epidemic. The events that began to unfold in March and have continued have created enormous challenges and we as a school district are here to help support our families, staff, and community during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Francisco Escobedo, Ed.D.
Superintendent
El ciclo escolar comenzará con el modelo de educación a distancia
Dr. Francisco Escobedo, Superintendente del distrito
Estimados padres/tutores y personal,
Espero que hayan tenido un gran comienzo de verano y que sus familias estén sanas y seguras. Desde marzo, nuestra comunidad se ha unido para combatir la pandemia de COVID-19 al quedarse en casa. Este tiempo con la familia me recuerda que “La educación comienza en el hogar”. Y dada la realidad de hoy, así es también con la seguridad. El año pasado, nuestro lema fue “Cultivar relaciones a través de la perseverancia y determinación” y nuestro personal, estudiantes y la comunidad perseveraron durante un período difícil para completar el ciclo escolar de maneras previamente inimaginables. Para el próximo ciclo escolar, nuestro lema llama nuevamente a nuestra comunidad a “Cultivar las relaciones a través de la excelencia”.
Desde que nuestras escuelas cerraron el 13 de marzo de 2020, el personal del Distrito de Escuelas Primarias de Chula Vista (CVESD) apoyó a nuestros estudiantes y a la comunidad a través de muchas iniciativas. Los miembros del equipo de Servicios de Nutrición Infantil brindaron servicio de alimentos a nuestras familias necesitadas. Los maestros del distrito adaptaron la enseñanza para proporcionar educación a distancia para terminar el ciclo escolar 2019-20 mientras brindaban un significativo apoyo social y emocional para nuestros estudiantes. ¡Estoy muy agradecido por el profesionalismo y el esfuerzo brindado por nuestros empleados!
Estamos ansiosos por traer a los estudiantes y al personal de regreso a la escuela para recibir instrucción en persona, pero debemos hacerlo de manera segura. La reapertura de los planteles requiere una gran cantidad de planificación y preparación, además de muchos gastos que no habrían sido necesarios en circunstancias normales.
Cuando comience el ciclo escolar 2020-21 el 31 de agosto, será en el formato de la educación a distancia. Continuaremos trabajando para hacer la transición a la instrucción en persona, pero lo haremos sólo si la asesoría de los funcionarios de salud pública respalda una transición segura de regreso a la enseñanza en los salones de clase. Sabemos que muchos padres, estudiantes, personal y miembros de la comunidad están decepcionados por esta decisión y comprendemos que esto complicará la situación individual de muchas familias.
Cuando los estudiantes regresen al plantel para la instrucción en persona, la enseñanza será muy diferente que en los años anteriores debido a las nuevas medidas de salud y seguridad. Teniendo siempre en mente los objetivos de seguridad, nuestro equipo de líderes, maestros, representantes de los grupos de negociación, padres y miembros de la comunidad están colaborando activamente para un plan de reapertura de las escuelas que nos proporcione orientación sobre cómo reabrir seguramente nuestros 46 planteles. Bajo la sugerencia de los miembros de la Mesa Directiva y una petición del Presidente de la Mesa Directiva, Armando Farías, se estableció un Comité de Reapertura de las Escuelas (Task Force) para ayudarnos a recopilar opiniones y sugerencias sobre los lineamientos y protocolos con el fin de proporcionar una fuerte continuidad de aprendizaje para nuestros estudiantes.
Aunque el ciclo escolar 2020-21 comenzará con la educación a distancia, es importante saber que nuestro Distrito continuará desarrollando planes para hacer la transición ya sea a un modelo híbrido de enseñanza, el cual es una combinación de instrucción en persona y educación a distancia, o a un modelo de instrucción totalmente en persona. De hecho, existen tres modelos de enseñanza que CVESD posiblemente pueda ofrecer durante el ciclo escolar 202-2021, que son:
Educación a Distancia: Durante nivel de alto riesgo
100% de la enseñanza ocurre mientras el maestro y el estudiante están en diferentes ubicaciones.
Incluye muchos componentes nuevos, como la interacción diaria y en vivo con el maestro e instrucción alineada a los estándares de nivel de grado, proporcionada a un nivel de calidad y desafío intelectual substancialmente equivalente a la instrucción en persona.
Otros criterios para proporcionar la instrucción bajo el modelo de la educación a distancia se indican en el proyecto de ley 77 de la asamblea legislativa, la cual también incluye el requerimiento de la cantidad mínima de minutos de instrucción, dependiendo del nivel de grado del estudiante.
Enseñanza Híbrida: Durante nivel de riesgo medio
Una combinación de instrucción en persona y educación a distancia. Existen muchas variaciones de modelos híbridos. Los escenarios de instrucción híbrida son diseñados para reducir el número de alumnos en el plantel hasta un 50%.
También se ofrecerá la educación a distancia 100% para los estudiantes que se sienten más seguros aprendiendo desde sus hogares.
Instrucción en persona: Durante nivel de bajo riesgo
100% de la enseñanza ocurre en la escuela, dentro del salón de clases con el maestro. Estarán establecidas las normas de distanciamiento y los protocolos de seguridad.
También se ofrecerá la educación a distancia 100% para los estudiantes que se sienten más seguros aprendiendo desde sus hogares.
Si en algún momento del ciclo escolar las condiciones empeoran y el Departamento de Salud Pública ordena el cierre de las escuelas, CVESD estará preparado para volver al modelo de la educación a distancia o híbrida en cualquier momento.
Repetimos, todos los estudiantes comenzarán el siguiente ciclo escolar 100% con el modelo de la educación a distancia. Para abordar las circunstancias de familias que no pueden sostener en casa el modelo de 100% educación a distancia y no tienen otra opción más que enviar a sus alumnos a la escuela durante todo el día escolar, los padres/tutores deben notificar a CVESD con anticipación. Estamos explorando activamente las opciones de cuidado de niños para las familias que necesitan tener a sus estudiantes en la escuela por tiempo completo.
En cuanto sea seguro hacer la transición a un modelo híbrido o a un modelo de instrucción en persona, CVESD tendrá que determinar cuántos estudiantes prefieren permanecer en el modelo de 100% educación a distancia. Por lo tanto, el viernes, 17 de julio de 2020, el Distrito enviará información de inscripción a las familias para que puedan escoger la opción de educación que mejor satisface sus necesidades y nivel de confort.
Además de las opciones anteriores, el Distrito está trabajando para desarrollar material de enriquecimiento para todos nuestros estudiantes y reducir la pérdida de oportunidades de educación durante esta emergencia de salud. Para los padres que se preocupan por el impacto del virus en su(s) estudiante(s), esperamos que el modelo de la educación a distancia les proporcione un nivel de confort. Sabemos que el proceso de regreso a la escuela y tener que adaptarse, ya sea a la instrucción en persona o en línea, así como a una variedad de nuevos procedimientos, será desafiante para todos en nuestras comunidades escolares. Pero, como lo hemos hecho en el transcurso de esta adversidad, vamos a trabajar juntos, perseverar y asegurar que los estudiantes sean apoyados de cualquier manera posible.
Cuando las escuelas reabran sus puertas, los protocolos actualizados de seguridad establecidos por el Departamento de Salud Pública de California (CDPH) se pondrán en práctica. Los lineamientos y protocolos se adaptan frecuentemente según el estatus de la comunidad local. En base a lo que se sabe en este momento:
• La expectativa plena es que los estudiantes usen cubre bocas o careta; se requiere que los empleados usen cubre bocas o careta. Planeamos proporcionar descansos supervisados y tiempo afuera donde los estudiantes puedan quitarse temporalmente el cubre bocas o careta.
• Se reforzará regularmente el lavado de manos e higiene.
• Los salones de clase se desinfectarán diariamente.
• Habrá revisiones diarias de salud y temperatura.
• Estará establecido el distanciamiento físico dentro del salón de clases en la medida de lo posible en cumplimiento de los lineamientos estatales/locales.
De ahora hasta el principio del ciclo escolar, el Distrito estará en comunicación frecuente. Cualquier información adicional sobre cambios a nuestro entorno escolar será compartida con ustedes antes del comienzo de la escuela.
Quiero reiterar el orgullo que siento por nuestra comunidad y su respuesta a la epidemia en curso. Los eventos que comenzaron en marzo y han continuado, han creado enormes desafíos y nosotros, como distrito escolar estamos aquí para ayudar a apoyar a nuestras familias, personal y comunidad durante este tiempo difícil.
As we see the 2019-20 school year come to a close, I want to thank you and your children for your flexibility and adaptability as we quickly transitioned to distance learning and instruction. Everyone showed a true level of grit that was both inspiring and uplifting. Congratulations on a successful school year and best of luck to those moving on to the next stage of their educational pursuits.
Our attention turns now to the work of finalizing plans for the 2020-21 school session. At this time, we have targeted Monday, August 31, as the proposed date that school will begin. While we traditionally align our calendar with the Sweetwater Union High School District (SUHSD), we also understand that the challenges and considerations regarding safely reopening schools and providing meaningful instruction via distance learning are different for elementary schools and secondary schools. It is our intention to align our future calendars with SUHSD once this pandemic is over.
The direction our reopening takes will depend on several important pieces: implementing school guidance and public health recommendations, countywide efforts to ensure COVID-19 is under control and cases are on the way down, progress along the Governor’s multi-phased roadmap for ending the stay-at-home order, guidance from the newly released Guidebook for the Safe Reopening of California’s Public Schools, and, just as importantly, input from our stakeholder groups.
Survey Says…
Recently, the Chula Vista Elementary School District reached out to our community and asked for input about the coming school year and the design of school reopenings. Over 9,000 responses were received and that input has been critical to our work in crafting our plan for teaching and learning. Three specific results are worth noting.
When surveyed about potential learning models, our families indicated:
36% would prefer on-site instruction
19% would prefer virtual school
55% would prefer some form of blended learning model.
During the summer, our staff will create both online virtual school as well as live sessions to help recover lost learning. Starting July 15, we will send an update every two weeks regarding the status of these learning platforms. We want to keep you as informed and up to date as possible so that we start the new school year off on the right foot.
No matter what form instruction and learning take in the coming school year, CVESD remains committed to protecting the health and safety of our entire school communities. Getting back to school is critically important, as you know, but doing so responsibly and with a focus on preventing the spread of this virus is paramount.
Challenging Times
There is no doubt we find ourselves in challenging times and I would be remiss if I did not also comment on the events of the last few weeks with regard to social justice, protesting of police brutality, and demands for significant and meaningful change in our country. As protests continued for another weekend, I concentrated on listening. I listened to African-American school leaders in our District. I listened to African-American colleagues and friends. I also listened to teachers, staff members and school psychologists who were not African-American, as they shared with me their horror in watching video capturing the death of a bound George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer. This was the latest in a string of killings and racial injustices targeting black Americans.
Like those from all walks of life and many sectors of industry, we as a District proudly acknowledge Black Lives Matter.
Many of our families are deeply hurting right now. We as educators and members of the larger community have a moral obligation to create safe spaces for discussion and learning so that we don’t miss the lesson in these recent events. We need to listen to the voices crying out for change and understanding. We need to listen to our children’s questions about the difficult images they are seeing on their screens. Together, we need to take action and assist in the process of developing strategies that will make a difference.
Our students need us now more than ever. They need guidance that is informed, authentic, and filled with compassion and understanding. Sometimes, additional resources can be a bridge when we don’t feel fully equipped to assist our young people. Two valuable resources you might refer to come from our Multi-Tiered Systems of Support Director and our District’s social workers, as well as the San Diego County Office of Education. These are excellent resources that may assist in facilitating conversations between students and families.
I am hopeful we are ready to move forward as a District, a community, and a nation united in the belief that we can and will do better. Only then can we live up to our belief that each and every child is an individual of great worth.
Congratulations to the Loma Verde 6th grade class of 2020 on your promotion to middle school! We had a car parade send-off for students and families last week.
We Need Your Input: Parent Survey on Distance Learning Plan and School Reopening
Please take this brief, yet important survey to help guide our school and district as we consider staffing needs and models for teaching next year whether physically in person in a classroom, online in a virtual classroom, or a combination of both. The purpose of this survey is to measure you and your child’s experience this 2019-20 academic year and to assist schools in planning for the 2020-21 school year. Parents/guardians of current students will also be asked about interest in continuing their student’s education in CVESD for grades 7 and 8. The survey takes just a few minutes. Take Survey
No Report Cards This Quarter
A friendly reminder that students will not receive a report card for quarter 4. If you did not receive a digital copy of your child’s 3rd quarter report card, please contact Mrs. Watson at bree.watson@cvesd.org.
Book Return
Monday-Wednesday, June 8-12 from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM – Drop off classroom and library books at the front of the school.
Loma Verde Front Office
At this time, the Loma Verde office and the school remain closed to the public. The front office staff will be working diligently to end the 2019-2020 school year and prepare for the 2020-2021 school year. During the school closure, we have been checking and responding to voicemails and emails. We will be in the office and available to receive phone calls and e-mails from 8:00-4:30 over the next week and a half before closing for the summer break starting Wednesday, June 17.
Computer Devices & WIFI on Loan to Families
In order to support continued learning over the summer for all students, we have changed the return dates of laptops and WIFI hotspots. Revised dates will allow students to access our digital instructional programs, including Achieve 3000, Benchmark Universe, Smarty Ants, i-Ready, and other available online learning resources during the summer break. Return “dates” are as follows:
Preschool to Grade 6 students who we know are leaving our District/feeder area should return laptops and hotspots prior to office closure on June 12. Please return your device or WIFI hotspot Monday-Friday between 8:00-3:00 to the front office.
Preschool to Grade 5 students who will remain in our District next year, will keep laptops and hotspots through the summer break. When school begins next year, we will let you know about the device return.
Current 6th graders who will be attending our feeder Sweetwater middle schools will keep their laptops and hotspots until our school offices open next year. We will let you know the plan for collecting 6th-grade devices before students begin middle school. You will be notified by a SchoolMessenger call and email.
Kindergarten & New Student Registration
Do you know a child who will turn 5 by September 1, 2020? It’s time for kinder registration! Please spread the word. The school office is closed to the public, so registration is happening online. Questions? email elsa.estrada@cvesd.org
Registration Support
If you need to pick up a Registration Packet or need help completing the registration forms, please stop by the school on June 11 or 12 from 10:00-12:00 for help. We can make copies of your required documents and guide you with the registration process.
Zone Transfers and Students Not Returning 2020-2021
Current Loma Verde students do NOT need to re-register; they are automatically enrolled for 2020-21. Residency Verification for returning students will be done at a later time (stay tuned).
Summer Learning Resources
School is over for the 2019-2020 school year, but learning never stops! The Chula Vista Elementary School District is currently developing many optional resources to support learning over the summer months. Please view the My Child’s Learning page of the Parents section on the CVESD website. CVESD students (including 6th graders who have promoted) have access to online learning programs through July 31, including their class Team.
We hope everyone is doing well and staying healthy! Please visit our CVESD website for up-to-date COVID-19 information with the link: COVID-19 Info Center. Please click here to view updated COVID-19 guidance from the City of Chula Vista. You may find more information at www.chulavistaca.gov/coronavirus.
CVESD Free Meal Service Continues
The District will continue meal distribution at nine school sites this week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. District and school staff will distribute the meal bags from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Please click here for a list of schools where meals will be distributed. Meal distribution will continue over the summer.
Need Technical Support for District Supported Programs?
CVESD has a Parent Helpline 619-409-6638 to provide technical support with Microsoft Office 365 and Teams, as well as assistance for District-adopted online programs (i.e. Achieve 3000). Office hours are Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–5:00 p.m. You may need to leave a message during peak times; someone will contact you as soon as possible. Need help with Office 365/Teams? Click here.
Our CVESD YouTube VAPA Channel is up & running! Make sure to click on subscribe to be notified of new videos created by our CVESD VAPA teachers weekly! VAPA YouTube channel
Community Resource Calendar
Please share this Cox Home Network Tips Page and May-June Community Resource Calendar created by the amazing CVESD Parent Engagement Liaison, Ms. Angelica Maldonado.
Click here for the latest counseling newsletters from Mr. Arias.
Census 2020
The 2020 Census is underway – more than half the households across America have responded – and more are responding every day. Online, phone, and mailed self-responses will continue through Oct. 31. Remember to complete the CENSUS that is important for School Funding! If you need help completing your 2020 Census questionnaire, you can call the toll-free number 1-844-330-2020. Click on the links to access the Census 2020_flyer_ENGLISH or Census 2020_FLYERS_SPANISH for more information
We wanted to wish you a happy last week of distance learning for the 2019-2020 school year. We miss all of you and can’t wait to see all of our Wildcats in person soon. An updated school start date has not been determined yet. You will receive information as soon as this is set. Please stay safe and healthy.
Important Information From the Superintendent
In case you missed it, please click the following link to view the Superintendent’s latest special edition COVID-19 Newsletter. Superintendent Message
We Need Your Input: Parent Survey on Distance Learning Plan and School Reopening
Please take this brief, yet important survey to help guide our school and district as we consider staffing needs and models for teaching next year whether physically in person in a classroom, online in a virtual classroom, or a combination of both. The purpose of this survey is to measure you and your child’s experience this 2019-20 academic year, and to assist schools in planning for the 2020-21 school year. Parents/guardians of current students will also be asked about interest in continuing their student’s education in CVESD for grades 7 and 8. The survey takes just a few minutes. Take Survey
Lifetouch Spring Picture Pick Up
Lifetouch has delivered the spring picture packages to our school. If you already ordered your pictures, they will be handed out next week during your designated time slots on campus. Picture proof sheets will also be available at this time. If you haven’t ordered pictures, you can call 1-800-736-4753 or go to mylifeftouch.com to use LiveChat and Lifetouch will help locate your access credentials to place your order. Use event number EVTF3FZVB.
TK, Kinder-2nd grade: Monday, June 1 (10:00 -12:00)
Preschool: Monday, June 1 (12:00-1:00)
SDC Preschool: Monday, June 1 (1:00-2:00)
6th grade: Tuesday, June 2 (during car parade 9:00-10:00)
3rd-5th grade: Wednesday, June 3 (10:00-12:00)
No Report Cards This Quarter
A friendly reminder that students will not recieve a report card for quarter 4. If you did not receive a digital copy of your child’s 3rd quarter report card, please contact your child’s teacher ASAP.
Book Return
Monday-Wednesday, June 1-3 from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM – Drop off classroom and library books at the front of the school.
Computer Devices & WIFI on Loan to Families
In order to support continued learning over the summer for all students, we have changed the return dates of laptops and WIFI hotspots. Revised dates will allow students to access our digital instructional programs, including Achieve 3000, Benchmark Universe, Smarty Ants, i-Ready, and other available online learning resources during the summer break. Return “dates” are as follows:
Preschool to Grade 6 students who we know are leaving our District/feeder area should return laptops and hotspots prior to office closure on June 12. Please return your device or WIFI hotspot Monday-Friday between 8:00-3:00 to the front office.
Preschool to Grade 5 students who will remain in our District next year, will keep laptops and hotspots through the summer break. When school begins next year, we will let you know about the device return.
Current 6th graders who will be attending our feeder Sweetwater middle schools will keep their laptops and hotspots until our school offices open next year. We will let you know the plan for collecting 6th-grade devices before students begin middle school. You will be notified by a SchoolMessenger call and email.
Kindergarten & New Student Registration
Do you know a child who will turn 5 by September 1, 2020? It’s time for kinder registration! Please spread the word. The school office is closed to the public, so registration is happening online. Questions? email elsa.estrada@cvesd.org
Registration Support
If you need to pick up a Registration Packet or need help completing the regirstation forms, please stop by the school on June 4, 5, 11, or 12 from 10:00-12:00 for help. We can make copies of your required documents and guide you with the registration process.
Zone Transfers and Students Not Returning 2020-2021
Current Loma Verde students do NOT need to re-register; they are automatically enrolled for 2020-21. Residency Verification for returning students will be done at a later time (stay tuned).
Distance Learning Resources
School isn’t over until June 3rd! To prevent learning loss, it is critical for children to be engaged in learning. CVESD now has Distance Learning packets available for download. Curriculum packets may be used with/without technology. Each packet is intended to last two weeks (10 school days). Packets will also be available over the summer.
We hope everyone is doing well and staying healthy! Please visit our CVESD website for up-to-date COVID-19 information with the link: COVID-19 Info Center. Please click here to view updated COVID-19 guidance from the City of Chula Vista. You may find more information at www.chulavistaca.gov/coronavirus.
CVESD Free Meal Service Continues
The District will continue meal distribution at nine school sites this week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. District and school staff will distribute the meal bags from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Please click here for a list of schools where meals will be distributed. Meal distribution will continue over the summer.
We now have a P.E. YouTube Channel for CVESD. You can access different videos such as sports skills, Casio workouts, strength training, mental wellness, nutrition, and more. Check it out!
Parent Wellness
During this challenging time, sometimes your own health and wellness may be out of the question. Coach G has created a resource to support health and wellness for our parents. Click on the link below to find a variety of activities for you! Parent Wellness Virtual Room
6th Grade Promotion Information
The 6th-Grade Promotion car parade celebration is Tuesday, June 2nd from 9:00-10:00 A.M. Details have been sent to 6th-grade families. A virtual promotion ceremony video link will be emailed.
Need Technical Support for District Supported Programs?
CVESD has a Parent Helpline 619-409-6638 to provide technical support with Microsoft Office 365 and Teams, as well as assistance for District-adopted online programs (i.e. Achieve 3000). Office hours are Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–5:00 p.m. You may need to leave a message during peak times; someone will contact you as soon as possible. Need help with Office 365/Teams? Click here.
Our CVESD YouTube VAPA Channel is up & running! Make sure to click on subscribe to be notified of new videos created by our CVESD VAPA teachers weekly! VAPA YouTube channel
Community Resource Calendar
Please share this Cox Home Network Tips Page and May-June Community Resource Calendar created by the amazing CVESD Parent Engagement Liaison, Ms. Angelica Maldonado.
Click here for the latest counseling newsletters from Mr. Arias.
Monday, June 1 (10:00 -12:00) TK, Kinder-2nd grade: Life Touch Picture Pick Up
Monday, June 1 (12:00-1:00) Preschool: Life Touch Picture Pick Up
Monday, June 1 (1:00-2:00) SDC Preschool: Life Touch Picture Pick Up
Tuesday, June 2, (9:00-10:00) 6th Grade Promotion Car Parade & Life Touch Picture Pick Up
Tuesday, June 2, (4:00) – Virtual SSC Meeting (Email elsa.estrada@cvesd.org for the link)
Wednesday, June 3 (10:00-12:00) 3rd-5th grade: Life Touch Picture Pick Up
JUNE 3 – LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
Census 2020
The 2020 Census is underway – more than half the households across America have responded – and more are responding every day. Online, phone, and mailed self-responses will continue through Oct. 31. Remember to complete the CENSUS that is important for School Funding! If you need help completing your 2020 Census questionnaire, you can call the toll-free number 1-844-330-2020. Click on the links to access the Census 2020_flyer_ENGLISH or Census 2020_FLYERS_SPANISH for more information
As you are all aware, we are in a fluid situation. I want to assure you the Loma Verde teachers and I want more than anything to be at school with our Wildcat students. We are following the guidelines given and safety has to be our top priority. I will continue to keep you updated. There is a new survey from the district that is extremely important. Please take the time to fill it out for EACH of your children. Your input is 
Your Grit Inspires Us!
A friendly reminder that students will not receive a report card for quarter 4. If you did not receive a digital copy of your child’s 3rd quarter report card, please contact Mrs. Watson at bree.watson@cvesd.org.
Monday-Wednesday, June 8-12 from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM – Drop off classroom and library books at the front of the school.
Click on Registrations and Zone Transfers 
The District will continue meal distribution at nine school sites this week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. District and school staff will distribute the meal bags from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 
Lifetouch has delivered the spring picture packages to our school. If you already ordered your pictures, they will be handed out next week during your designated time slots on campus. Picture proof sheets will also be available at this time. If you haven’t ordered pictures, you can call 1-800-736-4753 or go to 
Monday-Wednesday, June 1-3 from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM – Drop off classroom and library books at the front of the school.
In order to support continued learning over the summer for all students, we have changed the return dates of laptops and WIFI hotspots. Revised dates will allow students to access our digital instructional programs, including Achieve 3000, Benchmark Universe, Smarty Ants, i-Ready, and other available online learning resources during the summer break. Return “dates” are as follows:
School isn’t over until June 3rd! To prevent learning loss, it is critical for children to be engaged in learning. CVESD now has Distance Learning 
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6th Grade Promotion Information
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