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National Blue Ribbon School, 2011/2012 We’re a small, diverse, arts demonstration school within the Oakland Unified School District. We work to create a welcoming environment where every child develops the confidence to succeed. More… The annual Peralta auction is coming March 3. Read all about it! The auction is a fun adults-only party and a means to generate funds for school programs that support our kids. Each Peralta family has something unique to donate – hosting a small or large party, handmade jewelry, a gift certificate for a homemade treat, an educational outing for kids, just to name a few. WE NEED YOU! Click on the auction image to the left to make a donation by February 11th, then put the party on your calendar! Peralta’s Enriching And Creative Environment (P.E.A.C.E.) after-school spring enrichment class options were sent home with students late last week. To enroll, return the enrollment form to the P.E.A.C.E. office by Friday, January 13th!
Click on the image to read the letter. Celebrate with P.E.A.C.E. before the winter break Bring a dish or a snack for the potluck if you can! Sign up will be available in portable A. When: 12/16/2011
Oakland Unified’s 2012-2013 enrollment period runs from December 5, 2011 to January 20, 2012. If you are interested in enrolling your child at Peralta, please attend one of our tours and our Kindergarten Open House, Wednesday, November 30, 2011 from 6:30-8:00PM (new date!). Come meet our principal and Kindergarten teachers, and learn more about Peralta. (Childcare is not provided, please make alternate arrangements.) Parent volunteers will give weekly tours November through January. Please contact Peralta Secretary Cathy Wong at (510) 879-1450 to sign up for one of these tours. Oakland Unified School District is also hosting an Options Help Night on Thursday, December 1, from 6:00–7:30PM at Garfield Elementary School, 1640 22nd Ave, Oakland CA 94606. This will be a great opportunity to acquaint yourself to the many aspects of the enrollment process. Learn more here! FREE MONEY for PERALTA at SALLY FOSTER Our Sally Foster Online Benefit Has Started! Profit Earned thru June 2011 Go to www.sallyfoster.com and shop for all your gift giving needs. Enter Peralta’s school code: 10072417 at checkout and Peralta receives 40% of every purchase! Be sure to share Sally Foster Online and raise more funds for Peralta! Click on the “Seller’s Section” link on our website to send emails to your friends and family The AspiraNet Oakland After School program is hosting a fun-filled event for families on Saturday, December 3, 2011 from 10am-noon at Acorn Woodland Elementary/Encompass Academy at 1025 81st Ave, Oakland. For more information, open the flier here (Spanish/English). If you plan to attend, please RSVP to our Afterschool Site Coordinator, Sherice Tyler by returning the bottom portion of the flier to the P.E.A.C.E. mail slot in the school office, or calling phone (510) 502-4138. Save the date: Saturday, Nov. 5th, from 4 to 8; in the multipurpose room.Don’t miss this FREE joyful celebration of everyone who is part of the Peralta family!
We need your help to make it all happen. To volunteer, contact Nancy Kaufman-Cohen (510) 595-6636 kaufmancohen_at_juno.com. Look for her at morning dropoff. Share the Bounty Food Drive Support the Alameda County Community Food Bank. Look for barrels in the courtyard. Most needed foods: Canned Fruit & Vegetables • Canned Meats and Fish • Peanut Butter • Pasta • Beans • Rice • Canned Soup (low-salt) • Low-sugar Cereal and Oatmeal • Tomato Sauce • Powdered Milk Sunday, Oct. 16th from 12:30-4:00 PM Rain or shine, Peralta students will be walking laps around the school, most of them walking 4, 6, 8 or more miles (!) to raise money to support their art, music, sports, language and other school programs. The Walkathon is our only student-powered fundraiser, where students get the satisfaction of contributing financially to their school. Parents are needed to:
It’s easy for out-of-town family and friends to donate. Just click the “Sponsor Walkers ONLINE” link on the left and you’ll be directed to a secure donation site. Please enter the name of the student you are donating to, so he or she can get credit! Meet Clifford the Big Red Dog at the 6th Annual Ready to Learn Fun Fair! The event is free for the entire family, and each child will receive a free backpack and 2 free books. Come see Buki the Clown, get your face painted and be entertained by musicians, art and games. The fair will provide resources for families to assist with education, nutrition and other supportive services to help children to be successful in school. For more information call (510) 272-6768 or email supervisor.carson@acgov.org Sponsored by Alameda County Supervisor Keith Carson, KQED, Peralta Elementary School, First 5 Every Child Counts, Volunteers of America, and the Socially Responsible Network. Saturday, October 1 10am – 1pm Peralta Elementary School |
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