Dear SRVUSD Parents and Caregivers:
As we move into the long Veteran’s Day weekend, we want to share a few important informational items and reminders with you.
No School tomorrow, November 10
All schools and District offices will be closed on Friday, November 10, 2023, in observance of Veteran’s Day. We are thankful to all the Veterans who have served our country and sacrificed so much for our freedom.
Educational Opportunities for Parents/Caregivers
We want to highlight four upcoming workshops for parents and caregivers:
The Adolescent Brain and Marijuana in 2023: What Every Adult Should Know
Tuesday, November 14, 6:30-7:30 pm
This in-person parent event is put on through Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer Kahan’s office and will be held at the San Ramon Community Center. All are welcome.
Vaping & Teens 101 Webinar
Thursday, November 16, 6:00-7:30 pm
Join this virtual session to learn about the impact of tobacco and cannabis on young people, how to provide support, and the resources available. Includes a Q&A session. Sign up: bit.ly/3qxWUty
Social Media and Social Emotional Well-Being in Middle School
Monday November 27, 6:00-7:00 pm
Join this virtual presentation co-sponsored by SRVUSD and the SRVCPTA to hear from Jamie Nunez with Common Sense Media. Learn about the social media landscape and the role it plays in students' social emotional well-being, receive guidance for parents, and how to support students with safe and responsible social media use. Register: bit.ly/Nov27ParentEd
The Truth About Fentanyl
Monday December 11, 6:00-7:00 pm
Join this in-person presentation co-sponsored by SRVUSD and the SRVCPTA to hear from Ryan Rezaei, Narcotics Chief of the U.S. Attorney’s Office in San Francisco. He will discuss fentanyl: what is it, how deadly is it, and, above all, what do you need to know for your children? Session will include overdose rescue training by April Rovero with NCAPDA and free Narcan overdose rescue kits for all attendees. Registration required, space is limited: bit.ly/Dec11ParentEd
Stay connected with all SRVUSD/SRVCPTA events by subscribing to the master calendar at: www.srvusd.net/Calendar/index.html
Strategic Arts Planning Committee
If you have a passion for arts education, consider joining the team of teachers, parents, students, administrators, and community members who will work together to support the future of arts education in SRVUSD. The application will be open until Nov. 29. Applicants will be selected through a blind review process.
Instructional Calendar Survey for 2025-26 and 2026-27 Closing Soon
We hope you take advantage of this opportunity to share your thoughts with us on the Instructional Calendar. We understand that the calendar directly affects each family in the district and we hope you will take a few moments to provide your feedback about how the current year calendar has been beneficial or challenging for you and your student(s). The Instructional Calendar Survey is open through Monday, November 13th.
Enjoy the long weekend!
