PICTURE RETAKES

November 18 is picture make-up day for students who are new, were absent or for retakes. This will be your last chance to purchase pictures this year. If you wish to take advantage of this opportunity, please pick up a payment envelope in the office.

SITE COUNCIL MEETING

The Lomitas School Site Council meets on a monthly basis to discuss programs at our school and to develop our school site plan and budget. All parents and community members are invited to attend any Site Council meeting. Our next meeting is Monday, November 17 at 2:15 p.m. in the school library.

REMINDERS

Please remember to call in your child’s absence each day that your child is not at school.

• Parents, please make an extra effort to schedule any appointments (such as doctor, dental, etc.) for your child after school hours to avoid the many interruptions to the classroom at the end of the day.

• Please give instructions to your child before coming to school (such as who is picking them up, where to meet, and whether or not to walk home). It is difficult to get messages to students at the end of the day.

• Each Friday is a minimum day. We have numerous students who are picked up well after the dismissal time of 11:59 a.m. on minimum days and 1:55 p.m. on regular days. Each day we have approximately 10-12 students who have to call home for someone to pick them up. Please make every effort to pick your child or children up on time because we do not have staff available to supervise students after school hours. This helps to eliminate the numerous interruptions to our teachers, classrooms, and office.

CELL PHONES

Cell Phones We would like to remind you of the school policy regarding cell phones on campus. The following guidelines for cell phones and pagers will ensure the continuation of a positive climate of learning, free from unnecessary disruptions.

? Cell phones or pagers may not be used during school hours

HEALTH INSURANCE

Did you know that your children may be eligible for insurance coverage, even if you don’t have insurance through your employer? Even if your employer does not offer coverage, families can qualify for insurance for their children for as little as $4-$15 per child to a maximum of $45 for ALL CHILDREN in the family each month. This insurance covers medical needs, as well as vision and dental through plans such as Blue Shield and Kaiser. More information is available from “Healthy Families” at 1-888-747-1222 or visit them at