Happy birthday, Dr. Grier!
February is Black History Month. This is a time to recognize and celebrate the contribution, achievements and history of African Americans and the significant role they have played in U.S. history.
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Wishing everyone a year filled with joy, prosperity, and good fortune as we welcome the Lunar New Year. May it bring new opportunities for growth, wisdom, and success to all. Let’s celebrate with rich traditions, delicious food, and moments of togetherness.
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Today we honor the memory of the six million people who suffered during the Holocaust. 🕯️ We remember the stories, the lives lost, and the resilience of those who survived.
For resources, please visit
https://www.ushmm.org/
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On Wednesday evening, 22 of our band students joined the Log Gatos High School band for their Music Festival! Our middle schoolers played alongside the high schoolers in a truly wonderful performance!
Don't forget to reserve your seat for this Thursday's screening of "Screenagers: Under The Influence". Visit https://lpjusd.revtrak.net/ and click on 'Events'.
Screening is suitable for 12 year olds and older.
The staff at LPJUSD wish all of our families a wonderful holiday season.
Last week our 4th graders performed their poetry at the Loma Prieta Poetry Slam!
We're so proud of our 7th grade student Rosalie Kiefer for organizing a Toy Drive for children at Benioff Children's Hospital! What a difference she will have made to those children. Thank you, Rosalie!
It was a packed house at Loma this morning for the annual Winter Sing Along. The kids sounded beautiful, the 3 guitarists were outstanding, it was such a lovely way to end the year!
Join us for 'Screenagers Under the Influence: Addressing Vaping, Drugs, and Alcohol in the Digital Age' Documentary. Visit https://lpjusd.revtrak.net/ and click on 'Events' to reserve your seat.
Event suitable for 12 year olds and older.
Kids and Co are offering a "Holly Day" camp over the winter break - contact Bridget or call Kids and Co for details!
Tomorrow is the last day to donate toys for the Toy Drive, organized by one of our 7th grade students! Please donate if you can. All toys must be new and in original packaging, and can be dropped to the CT Office during the school day.
On Giving Tuesday, and through the month of December, please help us support local families if you are able to. 🎁 💝
Regular and punctual attendance is crucial for all students.
Please schedule vacations during school breaks, and make every effort to bring your children to school on time. Thank you!
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This Veterans Day, we honor those who've served our country. Thank you for your service and dedication Celebrate their bravery at the San Jose Veterans Day Parade. Learn more about the event at https://sjveteransparade.org/ #VeteransDay #SCCOE
Every student deserves to learn in a space free from harassment, intimidation, bullying, and discrimination based on gender identity or sexual orientation.
Learn more about fostering inclusivity: https://sccoe.to/LGBTQ
#TransAwarenessWeek #InclusiveEducation #LGBTQ+Allies #SCCOE
Diwali, aka The Festival of Lights, is a vibrant celebration observed by Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and Sikhs. It symbolizes the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance.
Learn more here:
https://sccl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?q=diwali
Día de los Muertos (Day of the Day) is a celebration of life and remembrance. It is a celebration that honors the lives of departed loved ones and welcomes the return of their spirits.
Learn more:
https://latino.si.edu/learn/teaching-and-learning-resources/day-dead-resources
Thank you Los Gatos Lions Club for supporting counseling services at CT English Middle School!
