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!
What happens when there's a 3 minute downpour during band practice? You play anyway!
Our band are excited to play during the Loma Halloween Parade on Thursday - rain or shine!
Today is Make a Difference Day; an opportunity for people to come together & contribute to their communities. Everyone has the power to make a difference!
Here are volunteer opportunities in Santa Clara County: https://www.santaclaracounty.gov/residents/volunteer-opportunities
Our Family Event yesterday was a huge success! We gathered as one, some of our incredible staff took on a bean bag toss challenge, and then we separated into Families to bond, create, and film. "Loma Boma" was SO much fun! 🩶💚🧡💛🖤❤️
Family Event tomorrow - wear your Family colors! 🩶💚🧡💛🖤❤️
Ms. Zanotto's 5th graders having a blast at Pigeon Point!
Celebrating our incredible 2024 Teacher of the Year, MICHELLE BOWEN! #SCCStarTeachers
Today we kicked off Red Ribbon Week at CT English, a national campaign that encourages teens to live a healthy and drug-free lifestyle. The Santa Clara County Office of Ed is hosting a parent information night on Thursday, October 24th, if you'd like more info and resources.
Mrs. Cole and Ms. Ray's class really enjoy their gardening time!
Today marks the 35th anniversary of the Loma Prieta Earthquake. Our students participated in the Great Shakeout by practicing the Drop, Cover, and Hold On drill, and then evacuating their classrooms. All K8 students did such a fantastic job!
Ms. Lelake and Coach April are SO excited about our students getting to wear the new uniforms at the home wrestling meet today - 4pm in our C.T. Gym!
Coach April displaying the adult jersey, and Ms. Lelake seen modeling the Youth size M... and getting stuck in it! 😂
On Indigenous Peoples' Day, we honor the first inhabitants of North America and the tribal nations that continue today.
🕯️ Wishing all who observe a meaningful Yom Kippur 🕯️ May you find comfort and hope in the moments of reflection and the support of your community.
The Loma Public Education Fund (LPEF) annual Gala is around the corner! Funds raised by LPEF directly support educational programming at Loma Prieta Elementary and CT English Middle School. Get your tickets today at www.lpcf.org and let’s make this a Gala to remember!
Congratulations to all the 5th graders on their promotion to middle school!
Congratulations to our tech specialist, Romel Lindsey, and our custodian, April Fulton, for being recognized as SCCOE Classified Employees of the Year!
Today was the 5th grade vs. Staff annual kickball game. Both teams played hard and tied 12-12 in the end. 🏅
Loma Day of Play 2023-2024:
Today Loma students played with hula hoops and jump ropes, built in maker space, painted with water colors, played with legos and board games, played tag and kickball, and did sidewalk chalking. They are enjoying the last week of school!
Congratulations to our 2023-2024 Family Winner: Umunhum (gray)
