As a result of increased social media posts involving photos of students on campus including photographs from bathrooms, classrooms, hallways, etc, we are implementing new Cell phone Protocols for students effective 3/18/22.
AWAY FOR THE DAY
Policy for students who choose to bring personal cell phones/devices to school:
1. Phones must be turned OFF or on SILENT (no vibrations/flashing lights).
2. Phones must be stored in a non-transparent (like a backpack), zippered compartment of a bag that is not attached to any type of clothing. Phones may NOT be stored in pockets or any article of clothing.
3. Phones, headphones, earbuds, personal speakers, personal music, and other devices should not be seen or heard during the school day (7:30-2:30). This includes class time, lunch time, and on the bus.
4. Violations of any part of this policy will result in:
i. First offense is a warning.
ii. Device confiscation by school staff for the remainder of the day and a phone call home.
iii. Students will not be allowed to bring any personal devices to campus unless they are turned into the office every day during the duration of school hours.
Thank you for your understanding in this matter and for helping us to guard your child's privacy while at Semitropic.
We hope you all had a wonderful Spring Break. We will see all of our Wildcats back on Monday, April 18th.
Such a wonderful way to start Spring Break for our students and families. We enjoyed the Color Run with everyone who came out.
Thursday, March 31st we will be having our 3rd quarter Honor Assembly. K-4th grade will start at 8:30. 5th grade-8th grade assembly will start at 9:40. Parents are welcome to attend. Please check in at the front office prior to heading to the cafeteria for the assembly.
Wildcat Day today for those students who had fewer than 2 absences in February. Great weather and lots of fun was enjoyed by all involved. #gowildcats
Hello
Tomorrow is a staff development day. There will be no school. We look forward to seeing all of our Wildcats back on campus on Tuesday.
Congratulations to our February ROAR students of the month. #gowildcats
Teachers spending time during their PLC doing a Data Dive in Math with Mrs. Long from KCSOS. #gowildcats @KcsosStrong @MLLongkcsos
TK and Kindergarten registration begins Monday, March 7th. If you want to enroll your child at Semitropic come by and pick up a registration packet.
The past two years have been extremely challenging and difficult for our entire community as we have faced the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. I am immensely appreciative of your patience and support throughout this unprecedented time. We have received new direction from the state of California with regard to the mask mandate for K-12 schools.
Governor announced California will lift the school mask mandate effective midnight on Saturday, March 12, 2022. Beginning Monday, March 14, 2022, masks will be "strongly recommended" but will no longer be a requirement for students and staff in schools.
Although, masks will no longer be a requirement, Semitropic School District will continue to support all families and employees who choose to continue wearing a mask. Our school will continue to supply masks to employees and students as needed.
Over the next week ten days, we will continue to update parents, families, staff, and our community about our next steps. Please do not hesitate to reach out to the font office with any questions.
Good Evening,
There will be no bus #11 Monday, February 28th. All other buses will run normal time.
Thank you
Next week we honor Dr. Seuss and encourage everyone to read. Students have the opportunity to participate in dress up themed days.
Mrs. Long from KCSOS modeling a Number Talk with our 1st graders today. Really enjoyed listening to their thinking. @KcsosStrong #gowildcats
We appreciate our bus drivers. Thank you for all you do!!
No school Monday, February 21st.
Students doing fun teamwork activities during Kindness Week. #gowildcats
There will be no school Monday, February 14th.
Friday, January 28th, our 2nd quarter Honor Assembly will be live streamed for those family members who would like to view.
Assembly times:
Kindergarten - 4th grade = starts at 8:30
5th grade - 8th grade = starts at 9:40
Here is the information for accessing the Zoom:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9703730606
Meeting ID: 970 373 0606
Passcode: wildcat
Families are now able to get at home COVID rapid test. If you are interested, please go to: https://www.covidtests.gov/
We are on a 2 hour fog delay schedule.
