Spangler Weekly Newsletter
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Hello Spangler Families,
As we enter the first week of November, our school community has shared that they want to laugh, connect, and create memories outside their everyday routines. Our first Fall Festival was more than just a fun evening; it was an opportunity to strengthen the sense of belonging that we want every student, family, and staff experience at our school. Shout out to Mrs. Ryken, Mrs. Castillo, Mrs. Paul, Ms.Cruz, and our student leaders who created this experience for us. I also want to thank their families who were gracious and amazing in so many ways. We appreciate all the families who were part of the Trunk-or-Treat. It was a treat for our students. Thank you, PTA, for supporting the event as well. We were able to raise $2,000.
November is as us to practice gratitude, and recognize the people who make a difference in our lives. At school, we are grateful for our students who bring curiosity and enthusiasm each day, our dedicated staff who nurture and inspire, and our families who partner with us in supporting children's growth and success.
Best,
Parwinder Johal
Principal Spangler Elementary
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Planning an Absence? Request Independent Study. If your student needs to miss school for an extended period, please take advantage of our Independent Study program so they can stay on track academically. Review guidelines and submit a request at the Spangler Elementary Independent Study Page.
Thank you for your ongoing commitment to keeping our Spartans present, prepared, and achieving!
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October Unity Day: Together Against Bullying
In October, our school community came together to celebrate Unity Day, a day dedicated to kindness, acceptance, and standing together against bullying. By wearing orange, our students and staff showed their commitment to creating a school where everyone feels safe, welcomed, respected, and included. We captured this moment with a drone.
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During our professional development day, we learned about how students' brains process information, respond to stress, and regulate emotions because learning is deeply connected to how the brain works. When we understand the brain, we are better equipped to recognize students' needs, create supportive learning environments, and make instructional decisions that help all children succeed.
I highly encourage parents to also learn about this topic. Children are not simply smaller versions of adults. Their brains are still developing, and the skills needed to manage emotions, make decisions, solve problems, and control impulses take time and practice to develop.
When you understand brain development, you can respond to your children with greater patience and empathy.
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We are launching this campaign to give our community a simple, meaningful way to share their hopes, dreams, ideas, and wishes for themselves, school, or their community.
Here are some reasons for students:
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Give every student a voice – Students have an opportunity to share what matters to them.
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Build belonging – Hearing students’ wishes helps create a school culture where everyone feels seen, valued, and included.
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Encourage hope and aspiration – Students think beyond what is happening today and imagine what could be possible.
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Strengthen student agency – Students learn that their ideas and perspectives can contribute to positive change.
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Build empathy – Sharing wishes can help students discover that classmates may have hopes and experiences different from their own.
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Identify student needs – We learn about concerns, interests, or ideas that students don't always express in traditional settings.
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Create a schoolwide sense of community – Collecting and celebrating wishes can connect students across grade levels and classrooms.
Students complete one sentence stem, anonymously, on paper. We will post the responses where the whole community walks past them.
I wish my parents knew...
I wish my teachers knew...
I wish my peers knew...
We also like to hear from you as well. You can fill out this form. Responses will be anonymous.
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Spartan Sprint is our largest fundraiser and funds the programs we have throughout the school year. Our Spartan Sprint is on Friday, October 9 this year and it is an exciting event for our students. We'll send out information on how you can help by volunteering as we get closer to the date. You should receive a bright handout sometime soon for our Spartan Sprint this October 9th.
In the meantime, please help your child with reaching out to friends & family for sponsorships/pledges. There are two ways you can do this:
- 1. (Preferred) Use our online platform Spartan Sprint on 99 Pledges to create your child's individual page and then share your unique link with friends & family. Below are some screenshots of how to do this.
- Click on the "Add a Participant" option.
- Enter your child's full name, at least 1 parent email, and select your child's teacher. Click "add" and that's it. You'll then get an email from 99 Pledges with your child's page info as well as updates when donations/pledges are made on their behalf.
- 2. Use the paper form we will send home soon. You'll collect money in either cash or checks payable to Spangler Elementary PTA and turn them in after the event (Monday 10/12)
Here's some additional Spartan Sprint Info:
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Our goal is $25,000. Last year, we raised a little close to $20k and we're confident this year can be stronger.
- Classes will go out throughout the day (by grade) and run for 15 minutes. Popsicle treats will be handed out afterwards. We'll send out the running schedule as well as volunteer sign up as we get closer to the date.
- Students will get to wear their Sprint T-shirt (Order them if you haven't already). Everyone is also encouraged to get into the neon vibe by wearing either the neon shorts, socks, headbands (just a few examples) to keep up with the neon spirit. Help your child plan an appropriate outfit for the day that is comfortable/safe to run in.
Spangler PTA
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