Herbert Hoover Elementary School E-News [April 14, 2024]
Upcoming Hoover Events
Saturday, 4/20, 2-4pm: International Festival Tuesday, 4/23: PTA Executive Board Meeting Tuesday, 5/7 at 8am: General Association Meeting in P-11 Friday, 5/17: Family Social Tuesday, 5/21: PTA Executive Board Meeting Monday, 5/27: No School - Memorial Day Wednesday, 5/29: End of Year Carnival Friday, 5/30: Minimum Day, Last Day of School
Tuesday, May 7th, PTA General Association Meeting, 8am in P-11 (last one!)
Friday, May 17th, 5:30-7:30pm, Family Social
Wednesday, May 29th, Carnival
We are having Spring Hoover Walk and Roll next week! Dates: Monday, April 15th - Friday, April 19th Prizes for Students:
On Friday 4/19, for students who participate at Platinum/Gold/Silver-level on any day of the week, they will receive a Walk and Roll prize (while supply lasts).
Students who come by bus also receive the prize.
Students who arrive at the driving drop-off lane will also receive an encouragement prize to promote awareness.
Walk and Roll Options:
Platinum level: Walk and Roll to School from Home. Good exercise!
Gold level: Drive to Cubberley Community Center and Walk to School. Reduces traffic congestion around the school!
Silver level: Drive to School Parking Lot and Walk Your Kids to School. Reduces traffic in the drop-off lane!
Walk and Roll Map: https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/files/assets/public/v/1/transportation/safe-routes-to-schools/srts-walk-and-roll-maps/hoover-at-greendell_walk-and-roll-map-2023_temp.pdf
Sign-ups coming soon to volunteer to help distribute prizes
Green Tip: Celebrate Earth-friendly Activities All Month Long
Walk and Roll to school April 22-26 all week!
Join students at the Rally For the Earth Friday, April 19th at City Hall https://www.instagram.com/paloaltoscc/
Join the City's Earth Day Festival on Sunday, April 21st https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/Events-Directory/City-Manager/Earth-Day-Festival-2024
Join other local Earth Month and spring events https://medium.com/paloaltoconnect/spring-into-action-in-april-with-fun-events-activities-0a20683700a7
All month long: Visit the Earth Week Activity Center https://bit.ly/ewac2024 with games and activities!
Having a party? Be sure to use a reusable party pack and compost your leftovers!
Calling All Poets Turn your observations of the world and your reflections on all its wonders into poems. Palo Alto Students Foundation, a PTAC Partner, is calling all poets, youth and adults, to write what's on their mind. The groups are preschool through 6th grade; 7th grade through 12th grade; and adults. The poetry contest is open to everyone and free to enter. Winners in each age group will receive a gift card and a certificate. Please submit your entries to poetry@paloaltostudents.org. Deadline: May 31, 2024
Paly SciOly Science and Engineering Summer Camp When: Monday - Friday, July 29th - August 2nd, 9 AM to 12 PM or 1 PM to 4 PM Where: Palo Alto High School (50 Embarcadero Rd) Palo Alto High School's regional-championship winning Science Olympiad team is running its 11th annual Science and Engineering Summer Camp for middle schoolers this summer, featuring lab demonstrations and hands-on activities including crime scene analysis, dissections, engineering projects, and more! Registration is open for any rising 6th through 9th graders interested in learning more about science! For more information on the camp and to register, visit the website at www.palyscioly.org/paly-science-camp. Questions? Please email palysciencecamp@gmail.com
It's Screens or Screams! Toddler Tips for Exhausted Parents When: April 17, 2024, 7:00 - 8:30 pm Where: Online The American Association of Pediatricians recently amended their recommendation for zero screen time for kids three and under. So, what are the new guidelines, and how do parents make decisions about those situations where only a Blippi video will calm or quiet your child? You’ll come away with insight into baby brain development and how to evaluate whether, what, and when it’s okay to put a tablet in your toddler’s hands. Link to Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/862455897807?aff=oddtdtcreator
The City of Palo Alto is hosting its 3rd annual Puzzle Hunt! When: May 2024 This program is about having fun, creative thinking, and building community. It includes a series of interactive puzzles and challenges that are designed to take visitors on a journey through the community. Puzzles are designed to be challenging and accessible for all skill levels. Perfect for groups, families, or individuals who are looking for a unique and exciting activity to get off screens and learn about our wonderful town! For more information go to www.solvingfun.com/paloalto or contact adam.howard@cityofpaloalto.org
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