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MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Dear Emerson Community,
I hope you enjoyed your long weekend with your family. It’s hard to believe that this school year is rapidly approaching its end. There have been so many changes and transitions this year and I know we all deserve a break this summer. I am so proud of our students, who have demonstrated patience, resilience and fortitude since the start of this pandemic last March.
I want to give special recognition to this year’s promoting 5th grade class of 2021. We look forward to an All School Virtual Promotion Ceremony on Tuesday, June 1st at 8:30 am. This Zoom will celebrate ALL promoting students, in person and in distance learning. In addition, all 5th grade families are invited to bring up two (2) family members to celebrate an in person, cohorted Promotion Ceremony on campus on Wednesday, June 2 and Thursday, June 3rd. This in person Promotion is an optional event and families are asked to RSVP here .
In the next few weeks, we will be accelerating our planning for the 2021- 2022 school year. Barring any unforeseen circumstances, the plan is to return to full, five day a week in- person instruction for students. If you have not done so already, please take a few moments to let us know if you plan to return to Emerson on August 16, 2021. Here is the Returning Student Form.
We are beginning to think about the PTA Afterschool Enrichment classes for next school year. We are still not sure what can be offered, but we have a group of parent volunteers who would like your feedback. As you may know, the PTA Enrichment Classes have historically been offerings that focus on academics, arts and sports for students after school. Classes are typically registered for within the first few weeks of the new school year and are offered for a few months at a time. Classes are fee based, and scholarships are typically available upon request. Please complete this short survey to help the volunteer team plan: https://forms.office.com/r/22pfT75AGB.
In planning for the 2021- 2022 school year, we will continue to work closely within State and City Health Department Guidelines to create a safe environment for students on campus. This week, the City of Berkeley Health Department will visit our campus to see how we are implementing health guidelines. This is an opportunity for accountability, for continued advice and to learn about changes in the policies.
This past week, the CDC approved vaccines for students 12 years old and up. In the months ahead, students 2 years old and up may also be approved for the vaccine. As the percentages of youth and adults who are vaccinated increases, guidelines and recommendations for schools may evolve. We will continue to provide the safest environment possible while following the expectations of BUSD and the Health Departments. Your students' safety is our top priority.
Take good care,
Jana Holmes
Upcoming Events and Key Dates
Thursday, May 20: Racial Equity Discussion, 7pm
Friday, May 21: All School Meeting, 8:30am
Wednesday, May 26: PTA Association Meeting, 6pm - please note this is a change to the original schedule
Thursday, May 27: Racial Equity Discussion, 7pm
Friday, May 28: Spirit Day, Theme = Summer Day
Monday, May 31: Memorial Day, NO SCHOOL
Friday, Jun 4: Last Day of School
Find more dates/details: emerson.berkeleypta.org/calendar
Note to Readers: BearFacts articles and calendar items are based on submissions from the community and reviewed and edited under the PTA communication policy. Inclusion of an item in BearFacts by itself does not indicate sponsorship or endorsement by the PTA, Emerson school staff, or BUSD.
Racial Equity Discussion: Keeping our Racial Equity Lens Laser Focused
We're never going back to the pre-pandemic normal. Let's take from this past year a renewed commitment to fight together for racial justice, to stand up to oppression in all forms, and to be the examples for our kids that we wish we'd seen. Everyone is welcome to an engaging 2-night series with Ms. Pamela Small:
Words Can Hurt You & Beliefs Have Consequences: Thursday May 20 7-8:30pm
Develop change agent skills for leading conversations about racial equity and social justice.
Actions Can Heal: Thursday May 27, 7-8:30pm
Use real time tools to bring racial healing and health to your community.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83260155614?pwd=TnFUL0FUeGlZL0V0R1VLeC84Z2pLQT09
Meeting ID: 832 6015 5614
Passcode: 915879
EMERSON’s PTA BOARD IS LOOKING FOR NEW MEMBERS
The Emerson Parent Teacher Association is a volunteer organization made up of parents/guardians and teachers/staff of Emerson. Our mission is to encourage and support a positive school experience for all Emerson students. The PTA strives for Community, Inclusivity, and Accessibility in every policy and program that we sponsor.
The PTA Board meets monthly to discuss and implement programs, activities, and expenditures designed to support Emerson students and staff. We strive for Community, Inclusivity & Accessibility in every policy and program we sponsor.
The PTA is looking for diverse people to help support our students and staff in 2021-22. Here is a link to the interest form to nominate yourself or someone else. For additional information, please check-out this link.
Questions? Erica Carter EricaCarter@berkeley.net or Cielo Rios cielo@magicspoon.net
Please consider joining us to come back stronger than ever next year!
COVID-19 TESTING
Student & Staff Covid Testing takes place on Friday - May 28.
Forms to register your child are available from Ms. Michelle, Office Assistant, between 8:00 - 8:45 am in front of the school. You may also register electronically by following these steps:
One time registration form: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/5619f4c1079c4526a99df0a20180817e
The Patient Test Request Form will need to be completed EACH Thursday night or Friday morning of testing (testing is every two weeks)
If you do not currently have insurance: Uninsurance Program.
COVID-19 Vaccinations
The Covid-19 Vaccine is here and everyone in California will get a turn! If you need help scheduling an appointment for a vaccine in California, you can call 1-833-422-4255 or link to CA’s My Turn Website
¡La vacuna Covid-19 está aquí y todos en California tendrán su turno! Si necesita ayuda para programar una cita para una vacuna en California, puede llamar al 1-833-422-4255 o conectarse a https://myturn.ca.gov/
Join the BearFacts Team for 2021/22
The team of BearFacts editors assembles this newsletter each week to help Emerson families stay informed and connected. It’s a minimal time commitment and valuable work you can do from home, and there’s training and support offered along the way! The BearFacts editors are part of the larger PTA communication team. Curious? Reach out and we can tell you more! Please contact Jen Petrucelli (jenpetrucelli@gmail.com) and Ashleigh Kanat (ashleigh.kanat@gmail.com).
Gardening Volunteers Needed
Emerson Garden needs some Spring volunteers! All Covid safety rules apply. Please contact Ms. Jeanette at jeanettekjobmand@berkeley.net if interested.
NUTRITION
All meals (breakfast and lunch) are free to all students through next school year - June 2022.
You are encouraged to take advantage of these free meals. For students who are not in person at Emerson, BUSD has Grab and Go Meal sites at Washington, Rosa Parks, BAM, Willard, Longfellow, King and BHS. Distribution is Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 7:45 - 11:00am. BUSD provides meals to cover 7 days a week both breakfast and lunch. Families can go to any of those sites, food is free to any child ages 18 and younger. This information is covered in detail on the website at berkeley.net.
API Bedtime Stories - Tuesday May 25, 7-8pm
Put on your PJs, snuggle up with your favorite stuffie, and celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with a selection of children's books read by Emerson families and students. We'll be sharing some of our favorite stories of family, culture and lore, as we prepare to close out APAHM in the coziest way possible....together!
Join Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 817 5912 4717
Passcode: 051783
Find Emerson Online
Website: emerson.berkeleypta.org
Remind: Text @7f6hb to 81010; or go to www.remind.com/join/7f6hb
Facebook: www.facebook.com/emersonpta (or follow @emersonPTA)
About BearFacts News:
BearFacts News is a weekly publication created by parent volunteers. Typically, it is distributed each Thursday in students' Look Folders and posted online at emerson.berkeleypta.org. During Distance Learning, it is only posted on the website.
BearFacts articles and calendar items are based on submissions from the community and reviewed and edited under the PTA communication policy. Inclusion of an item in BearFacts by itself does not indicate sponsorship or endorsement by the PTA, Emerson school staff, or BUSD.
If you have a news item or announcement to include in the BearFacts News, please send an email to emersonschoolnews@gmail.com. Please keep your message brief and include all the pertinent details including dates, times, locations and contact information. The deadline is each Monday at 6 p.m.
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