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Recess Help

A note from our MTSS Specialist, Hoa Le:

We would LOVE to get additional hands on the yards during our 1st-5th and TK-K lunch recesses.

Who: Cleared El Rincon Volunteers

What: Walking around, engaging with students, and helping with positive playground safety and fun! We also have a large Connect Four that is available for 1st-5th grade. (More games to come throughout the year). There's an Art Cart available as well. One parent brought in their guitar and played music at recess. Open to ideas!

Where: Check in at the front office, grab a recess volunteer backpack, head to the playground to assist with supervision, play games, and have fun with our Rockets. 

When: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.

Why: Based on recent data, the MTSS team recognized the need for extra positive behavior help during lunch recess. We also want more opportunities for cleared volunteers to become involved and active in our Rocket community.

How: Click this link to sign-up! It should be added to your Google Calendar, and it will send you a reminder.

Note: Please watch Mrs. Jerome’s training video here for more information and before your first shift.
 
 
We have opportunities for a variety of interests, skills, and levels of commitment, including...
 
Committees and Ongoing Efforts:
5th Grade Activities - Art & Innovation Lab - Assemblies - Book Club  - Book Lending Library - Diversity & Equity Team - Event Planning & Community Engagement - Fundraising - Girls Who Code - Green Team - Hospitality - Inclusion Team - Library - Lost and Found - Outdoor Learning Space - Safety Committee - School Beautification - School Garden - Spirit Wear - Student Store - Teacher Workroom Supplies - Video / Photography - Walk 'n Rollers - Yearbook 
 
Events:
Apex Fundraiser Fun Run - Assemblies - Cardboard Challenge - Fall Festival - Book Fair - Math Night - Literacy Night - STEAM Night - Earth Fest - Career Day  - Diversity Week/Passport Night - Talent Show
 
Sign up here: Volunteer Interest Form for 2023-2024
 
Frequently Asked Questions:
  • Q: What is volunteer clearance? What does it mean to be a cleared volunteer?
    A: Volunteer clearance is a process required by the district for any volunteer activity during school hours that involves working with students, to ensure the safety of our students. Once you have completed the process, you are considered a cleared volunteer throughout your student's CCUSD career.
  • Q: What are the steps to becoming a cleared volunteer?
    A: STEP 1- Attend a volunteer orientation with Dr. Hodge.
    STEP 2- Complete the Volunteer Application and turn it into Mrs. Hamme in the school office. 
    STEP 3- Provide payment to the school district for the filing fee. [Note: currently waived as of 11/29]
    STEP 4- Complete the Live scan process (now available through CCUSD: 
    STEP 5- Wait for your clearance approval (one or two weeks at most). Contact Mrs. Hamme in the front office to verify you have been cleared.
  • Q: Do I need to be cleared in order to volunteer?
    A: No. We have plenty of volunteer opportunities that do not require clearance. These include activities after school or on weekends (Student Store and many of our family events), independent efforts (collecting or delivering items, organizing materials, coordinating activities).
  • Q: How do I find out about volunteer opportunities?
    A: Opportunities are advertised through the volunteer email list, in the Rocket Review, in the El Rincon Rockets FB group, and right here on this page (http://volunteer.elrinconpta.org).
  • Q: How do I get on the volunteer email list?
    A: If you have filled out the Volunteer Interest Form or signed up for something through SignUpGenius, you should be receiving the volunteer emails that are also included below. If you have not received these emails, please email [email protected] so we can try to figure out why.
  • Q: I am not able to make an ongoing or long-term commitment. Can I still volunteer?
    A: Yes! We have plenty of opportunities that require only an hour or a morning/afternoon/evening. 
  • Q: I would like to take a more active role OR I have an idea for something that doesn't exist OR I want to volunteer but can't find an opportunity that's a good fit. What should I do?
    A: Please contact Teresa Wong at [email protected], and we'll discuss!
 
Additional Questions? Email Teresa Wong at [email protected]
Volunteer Update: March 12, 2024
 
A few quick reminders/updates about this week's events - please spread the word...
 
Open House and STEAM Fair are tomorrow (Wednesday) evening starting at 5:30pm. 
  • The PTA will be selling Spiritwear 5pm-6pm (possibly beyond 6pm if we can get some volunteer coverage (sign-up link - clearance is not required).
  • Windsor Hills Pizza will be selling food from 5pm to 7pm. Pre-orders have sold out, but they'll be taking walk-up orders for cheese and pepperoni pizza slices.
  • The PTA is giving dinner vouchers to all teachers, but their evenings will likely be packed. Room Parents: Please offer to deliver your teachers their meals if they'd like (all teacher vouchers get front-of-line priority!). If you are unable to do this, please recruit another family who can.
The Holi colored powder throw is this Friday afternoon (3/15), and we still have volunteer slots (sign-up link - clearance required, volunteers get free powder packets). For non-volunteers, the park gates will open early for families to join the fun, and you can pre-order powder packets here. Each student will receive a free powder packet.
 
Looking further ahead, the Talent Show is coming up! Please see details in the following flyers:
 
Talent Show Poster
 
 
Talent Show flyer
 
Emcee flyer 
 
Volunteer Update: March 7, 2024
 
First, don't forget there is no school for students TOMORROW, March 8!
 
Open House/STEAM Fair is next Wednesday, 3/13 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. The PTA will be selling Spiritwear with some great deals from 5pm to 6pm (see flyer below), possibly longer if we can get enough volunteer coverage--sign up here. 
 
Weather permitting, we will have our Holi Colored Powder throw the afternoon of Friday, 3/15. See flyer below. We need volunteers to help distribute powder to students and sell additional packets to grown-ups--sign up here (volunteers get 1-2 free packets!). You can also pre-order powder packets here.
 
We are SO CLOSE to reaching our PTA Membership Goal and beating our 5 year member record! Members can be parents, students, teachers, uncles, aunts, neighbors... anyone who supports our school. If we reach our goal, we will have a bubble celebration at an upcoming Wednesday morning mini-assembly! Here's the link to join or renew your membership: join.elrinconpta.org
 
There will be a partial Solar Eclipse the morning we return from Spring Break--Monday, April 8, from around 10am to around 12:30pm. The PTA is purchasing eclipse glasses for all students (and volunteers!), but we need cleared volunteers to lead and assist with this activity. If you can help, please email [email protected].
 
Recess Volunteers: We would LOVE to get additional hands on the yards during our 1st-5th and TK-K lunch recesses.
Who: Cleared El Rincon Volunteers
What: Walking around, engaging with students, and helping with positive playground safety and fun! We also have a large Connect Four that is available for 1st-5th grade. (More games to come throughout the year). There's an Art Cart available as well. One parent brought in their guitar and played music at recess. Open to ideas!
Where: Check in at the front office, grab a recess volunteer backpack, head to the playground to assist with supervision, play games, and have fun with our Rockets.
When: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.
Why: Based on recent data, the MTSS team recognized the need for extra positive behavior help during lunch recess. We also want more opportunities for cleared volunteers to become involved and active in our Rocket community.
How: Click this link to sign-up! It should be added to your Google Calendar, and it will send you a reminder.
Note: Please watch Mrs. Jerome’s training video here for more information and before your first shift.
 
And now all the flyers:
 
 
Open House
 
Open House Spiritwear
 
Holi
 
Bubble Party
 
 
 
Volunteer Update: February 1, 2024
 
Thank you to everyone who has been volunteering for projects big and small since the beginning of the new year, including the Lunar New Year Assembly, Teachers' Workroom Makeover, and Garden Clean-Up Day! 2024 is continuing with more fun events--you can check out the school calendar for a full list (it also includes non-ER/CCUSD community events that may be of interest) and continue reading below for upcoming volunteer opportunities...
 
Valentine’s Day Potluck - Feb 14
The PTA is sponsoring a teacher/staff luncheon on Valentine's Day (Wednesday, February 14), and we need your help with the extras: decorations, cookies, other sweets, savory treats, and refreshing beverages!  You can sign up to help shower our teachers and staff with love here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA8AF28A4F8C34-47607760-valentines#/
 
Black History Month Assembly - Feb 14
The PTA is bringing Benkadi Live to El Rincon for a Black History Month assembly with West African music, dance, and education about African music and its influence on African American culture. We could use a few cleared volunteers to set up cones, watch the kids, and provide any other assistance as needed. Please arrive 10 minutes early to allow time to check in at the front office. Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA8AF28A4F8C34-47636112-black#/
 
Family STEAM/Makerfaire Night - Feb 21
We need some volunteers to help us before, during, and after STEAM/Makerfaire Night. We are also requesting attendees bring cardboard paper towel or toilet paper tubes for our wall "marble" run activity. See flyer below for event details, and you can sign up to volunteer here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA8AF28A4F8C34-47666327-steammakerfaire#/
 
Career Week - February 26 - March 1
Career Week is coming up, and we are looking for volunteers to give classroom presentations and prepare pre-recorded videos. Volunteer clearance is NOT necessary. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA8AF28A4F8C34-47630182-career#/
 
El Rincon Talent Show - May 24
El Rincon’s talent show is a fun showcase of students' talent. The talent show is looking for co-chairs to help bring the event alive. If you’re interested in co-chairing this event or have questions, email Danielle Weiner - [email protected].
 
Reminders
  • The Yearbook Committee is accepting Yearbook Cover Art Submissions by January 29! Also, don't forget to send any photos for the yearbook to rinconyearbook@gmail.com.  
  • The Nominating Committee has been formed to select a slate for next year's PTA Board. If you would like to join the committee or are interested in joining next year's Board, email [email protected].
Please feel free to contact me with any questions!
 
thanks,
Teresa
 
 
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Volunteer Update: January 18, 2024
 
Happy New Year, fabulous volunteers! It's a text-heavy update this month, so thanks in advance for reading (or skimming) the whole thing. :)
 
Lunar New Year Assembly: The PTA is bringing a Chinese Lion Dance Assembly to celebrate the upcoming Lunar New Year, and we could use a few cleared volunteers. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA8AF28A4F8C34-47312554-lunar
 
Workroom Clean-Up and Painting: Have some time to spare the weekend of January 27-28? Come help clean and paint the teachers' workroom! Volunteer clearance is not required, and this event will take place rain or shine! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA8AF28A4F8C34-47254236-clean#/
 
STEAM/Makerfaire Night is coming up the evening of Wednesday, February 21 (exact times to be determined), and we already have some very cool presentations and activities lined up. You won't want to miss it, so save the date! If you're interested in joining the planning committee or volunteering at the event, or if you know a STEAM-related company or organization that might want to partner with us, email [email protected].
 
If you're interested in helping with a LEGO collecting + sorting effort, please let me know (volunteer clearance not required). If you have spare LEGO pieces or storage units with drawers, please hang on to them and stay tuned for a big LEGO drive.
 
Career Week is coming up February 27-March 2. We're still working on class times to put together a sign-up page, but save the dates! In addition to classroom presentations, we welcome pre-recorded video presentations. Volunteer clearance is not required.
 
Planning has also begun for Earth Fest (Saturday, April 20). We are also looking for committee members to help plan this event and will be seeking volunteers to help during the event. If you're interested, email [email protected].
 
The Yearbook Committee is accepting Yearbook Cover Art Submissions by January 29! Also, don't forget to send any photos for the yearbook to [email protected].  
 
The Nominating Committee has been formed to select a slate for next year's PTA Board. If you would like to join the committee or are interested in joining next year's Board, email [email protected].
 
Finally, the PTA is seeking Volunteer Stories to feature in our next events+key dates flyer to show potential volunteers some of the many varied ways one can volunteer. If you're interested in being included, please email [email protected].
 
If you have any questions about any of the above items, feel free to just reply to this email and ask me. 
 
thanks,
Teresa
 
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Volunteer Update: December 1, 2023
 
Hi volunteers! I hope you all had a good Thanksgiving and break! We have a busy December in the short 3 weeks before Winter Break, including:
  • Backpacks for Kids Food Drive - 12/1-12/8
  • Festival of Books - Wed 12/6 [volunteers needed!]
  • Village Well Rocket Week fundraiser - 12/7-12/4
  • Scholastic Book Fair - 12/11-12/15 [volunteers needed!]
  • Teacher/staff potlucks led by room parents - Thu 12/14 and Tue 12/19
  • Stock the Lounge effort - TBA
Plus:
  • Call for recess volunteers
  • Volunteer clearance update
And now for all the details...
 
Backpacks for Kids Food Drive - 12/1-12/8
Flyers and paper bags should be coming home in backpacks today (if not yesterday), but here's everything you need to know to help the Culver City Backpacks for Kids program ensure that no CCUSD child goes hungry this holiday season! The El Rincon PTA is donating $1500 to this program that is so vital to our community, and we would love for you to join us by donating food or funds. Please see the list for requested items and check expiration dates, or visit https://www.ccbackpacksforkids.com/ for direct monetary contributions.
Food Drive electronic.jpeg
 
Festival of Books - Wed 12/6 5:30-8:00pm
We need help at the Festival of Books! Please email me if you can help with set-up or managing an activity station. For more info: http://fob.elrinconpta.org. (Note: Unfortunately, this event does conflict with the 4th & 5th grade instrumental music ensemble performance the same evening.)
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Village Well Rocket Week fundraiser - 12/7-12/14
In conjunction with the Festival of Books, the Village Well Books & Coffee is partnering with us for a Rocket Week fundraiser Thursday 12/7 through Thursday 12/14.
Village Well digital.jpeg
 
Scholastic Book Fair - 12/11-12/15
We need help with the Book Fair! If you can help with any of the following, please let me know:
  • Set-up on Friday 12/8
  • Classroom previews and student shopping (volunteer clearance required)
  • Afterschool family shopping (volunteer clearance not required)
  • Breakdown on Friday 12/15
BookFair Save The Date.jpg
 
Teacher/staff potlucks led by room parents - Thu 12/14 and Tue 12/19
 In these busy weeks before winter break, we'd like to treat our wonderful El Rincon teachers and staff with some yummy food in the staff lounge to help them power through to Winter Break! Sign ups: 
 
Stock the Lounge effort - TBA
We are also planning a school-wide effort to stock the teacher/staff lounge with coffee pods, teas, hot chocolate/cider packets, non-perishable snacks, and supplies. Stay tuned for more details.
 
Recess Volunteers - a note from our MTSS Specialist, Hoa Le:
We would LOVE to get additional hands on the yards during our 1st-5th and TK-K lunch recesses.
Who: Cleared El Rincon Volunteers
What: Walking around, engaging with students, and helping with positive playground safety and fun! We also have a large Connect Four that is available for 1st-5th grade. (More games to come throughout the year). There's an Art Cart available as well. One parent brought in their guitar and played music at recess. Open to ideas!
Where: Check in at the front office, grab a recess volunteer backpack, head to the playground to assist with supervision, play games, and have fun with our Rockets.
When: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.
Why: Based on recent data, the MTSS team recognized the need for extra positive behavior help during lunch recess. We also want more opportunities for cleared volunteers to become involved and active in our Rocket community.
How: Click this link to sign-up! It should be added to your Google Calendar, and it will send you a reminder.
Note: Please watch Mrs. Jerome’s training video here for more information and before your first shift.
 
Volunteer Clearance
Good news! The volunteer clearance process is currently free! If you are not yet a cleared volunteer and would like to be, now is the perfect time to do it. More info on the process can be found on the volunteer webpage. If you need to attend a volunteer orientation, please email me [email protected] with your general availability, and I will work with Dr. Hodge to get one on the calendar soon.
 
Key Dates (also found on http://news.elrinconpta.org)
12/1-8: Food Drive for Backpacks For Kids
12/4: Diversity and Equity Committee Meeting
12/5: Winter Choir Performance (Evening Event)
12/6: Walk to School Day
12/6: Festival of Books (Evening Event)
12/6: CCUSD Elementary Instrumental Music Ensembles’ performance
12/7-14: Rocket Week Fundraiser at Village Well Books & Coffee
12/11-15: Scholastic Book Fair
12/11-12: Teacher Conference Days - 1:45pm dismissal (1:45 dismissal ALL WEEK)
12/13: Wednesday 1:45pm dismissal (1:45 dismissal ALL WEEK)
12/14: Potluck for Teacher/Staff Lounge (TK-2)
12/14-15: Teacher Conference Days - 1:45pm dismissal (1:45 dismissal ALL WEEK)
12/18-19: Teacher Conference Days - 1:45pm dismissal (1:45 dismissal M/T/W/F this week)
12/20: Wednesday 1:45pm dismissal (1:45 dismissal M/T/W/F this week)
12/21: Winter Performance (9AM on Black Top)
12/21: Standard 3:15pm dismissal
12/22: 1:45pm dismissal (1:45 dismissal M/T/W/F this week)
12/25 - 1/5: Winter Break (School Closed)
1/8: 1st day back from Winter Break
 
Thank you! And please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
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Teresa Wong - [email protected]
El Rincon PTA EVP of Volunteer Outreach/Social Media 
 
 
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Volunteer Update: November 13, 2023
 
Happy almost Thanksgiving! Wanted to send a very quick email with some time-sensitive reminders and notices before we head into the break. Room parents, please also share this info with your classroom's families (and be expecting to hear about our next meeting after Thanksgiving). Hope you and your families have a wonderful Thanksgiving break! I am very thankful for our wonderful El Rincon community and how much each of you contributes to it.
  • We have two volunteer opportunities this Wednesday: Science Lab Prep - Clay Cutting and the Thanksgiving Luncheon for Teachers and Staff. 
  • Through Wednesday, we are collecting items to recycle and reuse for America Recycles Day outside the front office--see flyer below for details.
  • This Friday, November 17, our wonderful counselor, Mrs. Jerome, will be at Coffee & Chat in person and over Zoom at 9am--see flyer below for details.
  • The last day to order from our pop-up Spiritwear Web Store is this Friday, November 17--see below for details. 
  • The Booster Club's See's Candies fundraiser is running through November 22--see flyer below for details.
  • For our inaugural El Rincon Festival of Books the evening of Wednesday, December 6, we are looking for help! We are seeking donations through our Amazon Wish List (see flyer below) as well as volunteers at the event (email [email protected] if you can help).
  • Finally, lost and found is full! Any items not picked up by this Friday will be donated after Thanksgiving, if the forecasted rain doesn't ruin them first.
 
Additional Details:

The PTA is excited to announce the El Rincon spiritwear webstore is live online for a limited time, until Friday November 17th. The site features unique new designs, updated t-shirt colors, youth and adult zip up hoodies, and accessories. Orders ship direct to your home to arrive the week of December 12th - 15th, and orders over $50 receive free shipping.  Don't miss out on this opportunity and click on the link below to order today!
https://elrinconsteam.unisourceapparel.com/el_rincon_steam/shop/home 
 
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America Recycles Day 2023.jpeg
 
 
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Booster Club See's Candies fundraiser
 
 
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Volunteer Update: November 7, 2023
 
Hi Super Volunteers!
 
THANK YOU to everyone who volunteered at the Fall Carnival, with TK-2 pumpkin carving, the Student Store, and other recent events/efforts! 
 
PTA Volunteer Spotlight on the Garden!
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     We are humbled to be supported by so many dedicated parents, guardians, teachers, staff, and community members. We want to make sure to highlight some of the volunteers who have gone the extra mile during our recent events and projects.
     Thank you Mohini Mundy and Jennifer Shulman!! 🙌🙌  They are our amazing Garden Committee Co-chairs and have spent many MANY hours in the El Rincon garden the past two months. 
     Additional, major kudos 🏆 to Julio Gasson, who has been active on the Garden Committee, dedicated time for our recent clean-up days, and supported our cultural programming.
     Check back for more volunteer highlights this school year!
     (PS: Volunteering comes in many forms, and all are welcome! Check out our volunteer opportunities at http://volunteer.elrinconpta.org)
 
Science Lab Prep - Wed 11/15 9-11am
We need a few volunteers to help cut clay into pieces for a future Science Lab project. Volunteer clearance is not required. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA8AF28A4F8C34-45879888-science
 
Thanksgiving Luncheon for Teachers and Staff - Wed 11/15 10:30am-1:30pm
For our special November (pre-)Thanksgiving luncheon, the PTA not only funds and sets up lunch, but also serves and cleans up (including packing up leftovers) as a big thank you to our wonderful teachers and staff. We need a few cleared volunteers to help this run smoothly and express our community's gratitude to the El Rincon team that does so much for our scholars. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA8AF28A4F8C34-45929102-thanksgiving
 
Literacy Night / El Rincon Festival of Books - Wed 12/6 5:30-8:00pm
We will need volunteers to help with set-up, check-in, food, activities, author support, and clean-up. Volunteer clearance is not required. Stay tuned for sign-up details, or email me ([email protected]) if you'd like to be involved in the planning.
 
Student Store
You can help 5th grade raise money by:
 
Other Upcoming Events (full calendar at: https://elrincon.ccusd.org/apps/events/):
 
Volunteer Webpage
Visit http://volunteer.elrinconpta.org for everything volunteering! Current volunteer sign-up pages will always be listed at the top of the page, as well as a link to our volunteer interest form. If you have any questions about volunteering, including how to become cleared to volunteer on campus/field trips, please don't hesitate to email me at [email protected].
 
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Teresa Wong - [email protected]
El Rincon PTA EVP of Volunteer Outreach/Social Media 
 
 
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Volunteer Update: October 23, 2023
 
THANK YOU to everyone who volunteered at the Latin Dance PE Takeover, Apex Fun Run, "Kids for Kindness" Anti-Bullying Assembly, Garden Clean-up Day, and other events/efforts! It's been a busy fall, and the upcoming weeks are packed as well!
 
Fall Carnival - Wednesday, October 25
El Rincon's Fall Carnival is a PTA give-back, providing all El Rincon scholars the opportunity to play fun games during their PE time. We need a LOT of cleared volunteers to help staff the carnival booths and run the games. If you have already signed up and can take another understaffed shift, we'd really appreciate the extra help! Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA8AF28A4F8C34-fall1#/ (Note: If you are in the process of being cleared and would like to volunteer, please email [email protected].)
 
Pumpkin Carving (TK-2nd Grade)
Salome is bringing her popular pumpkin carving experience to all TK-2 classes this year! This effort is being organized by room parents, but here's the sign-up link for your convenience: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA8AF28A4F8C34-45363928-pumpkin#/
 
Teacher Workroom Cleanup
An effort to clean/organize the Teachers’ Workroom is being spearheaded by Ms. Abascal. Volunteers are needed to help brainstorm, clean, and reorganize! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA8AF28A4F8C34-45364058-teacher#/
 
Student Store
Help 5th Grade raise money! The Student Store is opening this Wednesday 10/25 with a popsicle pop-up sale. You can also help by:
Other Upcoming Events (full calendar at: https://elrincon.ccusd.org/apps/events/):
  • Wed 10/25: 5th Grade Movie Night - Hotel Transylvania (5:30pm pizza, 6:00pm movie, link to RSVP)
  • Fri 10/27: Make-up Picture Day
  • Tue 10/31: Costume Parade (see Rocket Review for details)
  • Wed 11/1: Teacher/Staff Work Day - no school for students!
  • Sat 11/4 & Sun 11/5: Family Photo Shoot Booster Club fundraiser (link to sign-up). For more info contact Salomé (Booster President): [email protected], 310.994.6973
  • Wed 11/8: PTA General Association Meeting
  • Wed 12/6: Literacy Night / El Rincon Festival of Books: If you know a children's book author or have ideas to contribute, please email [email protected]
Volunteer Webpage
Visit http://volunteer.elrinconpta.org for everything volunteering! Current volunteer sign-up pages will always be listed at the top of the page, as well as a link to our volunteer interest form. If you have any questions about volunteering, including how to become cleared to volunteer on campus/field trips, please don't hesitate to email [email protected].
 
 
 
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Teresa Wong - [email protected]
El Rincon PTA EVP of Volunteer Outreach/Social Media 
 
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Volunteer Update: September 29, 2023
 
APEX (PTA's biggest fundraiser) - Thursday, October 5
We need a LOT of cleared volunteers on event day to help mark laps on runners' t-shirts and distribute water: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA8AF28A4F8C34-apex1#/ (Note: If you are in the process of being cleared and would like to volunteer, please email [email protected].
 
Run Times:
9:00 am - 9:50 am: TK, Kinder, & 1st Grade Fun Run
9:55 am - 10:45 am: 2nd & 3rd Grades
10:50 am - 11:40: 4th & 5th Grades
 
"Kids for Kindness" Anti-Bullying Assembly - Wednesday, October 11
We could use a few cleared volunteers at our "Kids for Kindness" anti-bullying assemblies: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA8AF28A4F8C34-44327534-antibullying
 
Fall Carnival - Wednesday, October 25
El Rincon's Fall Carnival is a PTA give-back, providing all El Rincon scholars the opportunity to play fun games during their PE time. We need a LOT of cleared volunteers to help staff the carnival booths and run the games. Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA8AF28A4F8C34-fall1#/
 
Volunteer Shifts:
8:45am-10:00am: 4th + TK
10:00am-11:15am: 2nd + 1st
11:15am-12:15pm: 3rd + 5th
12:45pm-1:30pm: Kinder
 
Volunteer Webpage
Visit http://volunteer.elrinconpta.org for everything volunteering! Current volunteer sign-up pages will always be listed at the top of the page, as well as a link to our volunteer interest form. If you have any questions about volunteering, including how to become cleared to volunteer on campus/field trips, please don't hesitate to email [email protected].
 
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Teresa Wong - [email protected]
El Rincon PTA EVP of Volunteer Outreach/Social Media 
 
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Volunteer Update: September 14, 2023
 
Thank you to everyone who has filled out our Volunteer Interest Form! It isn't too late, and you can find it here. If you would like to be removed from this distribution list, please let me know.
 
We have a very busy fall planned with plenty of volunteer opportunities! 
 
Latin Dance PE Takeover - Wednesday, September 20
Bloom Arts Foundation is taking over PE with Latin dance to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! If you are a cleared volunteer, you can come share the experience and join in the fun! Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA8AF28A4F8C34-latin#/
 
APEX (PTA's biggest fundraiser) - Thursday, October 5
APEX is coming to El Rincon on September 26! This week-long leadership program is our PTA's biggest fundraiser and culminates in a fun run on Thursday, October 5. We need a LOT of cleared volunteers on event day to help mark laps on runners' t-shirts and distribute water. Additionally, we are looking for volunteers to give high fives and cheer at dismissal gates (clearance not required) on Friday, September 29. You can sign up for either or both opportunities: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA8AF28A4F8C34-apex1#/
 
"Kids for Kindness" Anti-Bullying Assembly - Wednesday, October 11
We could use a few cleared volunteers at our "Kids for Kindness" anti-bullying assemblies: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA8AF28A4F8C34-44327534-antibullying
 
Fall Carnival - Wednesday, October 25
El Rincon's Fall Carnival is a PTA give-back, providing all El Rincon scholars the opportunity to play fun games during their PE time. We need a LOT of cleared volunteers to help staff the carnival booths and run the games. Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA8AF28A4F8C34-fall1#/
 
Volunteer Clearance
Dr. Hodge is continuing to hold volunteer orientation sessions this fall. If you would like to become a cleared volunteer but haven't attended an orientation yet, watch the Rocket Review for the announcement of upcoming sessions. You can also let me know, and I will make sure you're notified of new sessions. 
 
Volunteer Webpage
Visit http://volunteer.elrinconpta.org for everything volunteering! Current volunteer sign-up pages will always be linked at the top of the page.
 
Other PTA Updates
Thanks to everyone who attended yesterday's PTA General Association Meeting! If you missed it, you can view the slides, which include key dates in the next two months and useful links+emails, here. Whether or not you were able to attend, we welcome your feedback about PTA meetings and any suggestions! There is a brief survey here. 

Please let me know if you have any questions. I look forward to seeing many of you at some of the upcoming events!
 
thanks,
Teresa
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Teresa Wong
El Rincon PTA EVP of Volunteer Outreach/Social Media 
 
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Volunteer Update: August 28, 2023
 
Happy new school year, El Rincon volunteers! We are so happy to have you join/return and excited for a great year. Our community totaled over 3497 volunteer hours in the 2022-23 school year, and we hope to build on that to make an even bigger impact on our school and scholars in 2023-24.
 
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Volunteer Interest Form
If you haven't already completed the 2023-24 Volunteer Interest Form, please do! It takes only a few minutes, and the information provided is a big help in our planning. https://tinyurl.com/2zbxwd6j
 
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Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
 
Our first big volunteer events of the year are coming up in October:
Apex Fun Run - Thursday, October 5
Fall Carnival - Wednesday, October 25
 
We need a LOT of volunteers for both of these events, so if you are able to help please mark your calendars! Volunteer clearance is required for both events, but if you start the process ASAP you should be able to be cleared in time.
 
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Volunteer Clearance
 
Volunteer clearance is required in order to volunteer in the classroom, on campus during the school day, or on field trips. Clearance is district-wide and lasts throughout your scholar's CCUSD, so if you completed it in a previous year, you're still set.
 
Here are the steps to becoming a cleared volunteer:
STEP 1- Attend a volunteer orientation with Dr. Hodge.
STEP 2- Complete the Volunteer Application
STEP 3- Provide payment to the school district for the filing fee with the CA department of education.
STEP 4- Complete the Live scan process - Now available through CCUSD
https://safety.ccusd.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=1673516&type=d&pREC_ID=2399124
STEP 5- Wait for your application to clear!
 
Dr. Hodge will be holding volunteer orientations this week at her Coffee & Chats at 9am on Tuesday, August 29 (TK/Kinder) and Thursday, August 31 (Grades 1-5) - see flyer below for details. 
 
If you need to attend an orientation but cannot make it to a Coffee & Chat, keep an eye out on the Rocket Review for the announcement of future orientations. You can also email me, and I'll do my best to keep you posted.
 
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Non-Volunteer Updates
 
A reminder that our In-N-Out Rocket Restaurant Night fundraiser is this Wednesday - the In-N-Out truck is coming to Blanco Park! We exceeded our 300 ticket minimum, and In-N-Out will now be serving 4:30-7pm! And you can still buy tickets, but please do so soon because sales will close when we run out of tickets. https://checkout.square.site/buy/3VVKDABJALOEMYOQTZSOYFHT
 
Also, save the date: Our first PTA General Association meeting of the 2023-24 school year will be on Wednesday, September 13 at 6:30pm in the Cafetorium or via Zoom. We will be celebrating El Rincon's designation as a 2022-2024 National PTA School of Excellence and strongly encourage in-person attendance! 
 
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Teresa Wong
El Rincon PTA EVP of Volunteer Outreach/Social Media