East Avenue Middle School 3951 East Avenue Livermore, CA 94550 Phone: (925) 606-4711 Fax: (925) 606-4763 Principal: Mistee Guzman Vice Principal: Holly Ellison

August 5, 2019

Dear East Avenue Middle School Families:

I hope you are enjoying your vacation and gearing up for the start of another successful school year. Wednesday, August 14th will be our Dolphin Day Orientation for all students. During this time, you will be able to purchase student planners, PE clothes and sign up to volunteer with our Booster Club. You may also drop off your sports physical, take a tour and pick up class schedules at the designated time. You must complete Infosnap in order to pick up your student's schedule. Instructions are enclosed for your convenience. We will have only schedules available in the designated alpha group during the assigned times. It is our goal to avoid long lines. Your adherence to the schedule is greatly appreciated.

SIXTH GRADE DOLPHIN DAY is scheduled for Wednesday, August 14th from 9:00 until 10:00 AM. All sixth grade students whose last names begin with the letters A-L should report to the Multi-Purpose Room between 9:00 and 9:30AM. Those students whose last name begins with letters M-Z should report to the Multi-Purpose Room between 9:30 and 10:00 AM.

SEVENTH & EIGHTH GRADE DOLPHIN DAY is also scheduled for Wednesday, August 14th. All seventh and eighth grade students whose last names begin with the letters A-L should report to the Multi-Purpose Room between 10:00 AM and 10:30 AM. Those students whose last names begins with letters M-Z should report to the Multi-Purpose Room between 10:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Schedules will be available August 15th and 16th in the office for those students unable to attend orientation.

ITEMS FOR PURCHASE: Please be sure to complete the Orientation Checklist. In an effort to expedite the process of orientation, please purchase your items using our online web store. PE uniforms are required for class. You can pay for PE clothes, student planner and your Booster Membership, using the web store. If you make your purchases before August 12th, your items will be ready for you to pick up. If you make your purchase after the 12th, please print your receipt and attach it to your completed orientation check list. If you will be paying for your items with cash or a check, please complete the orientation checklist and fill out your checks prior to entering the Multi-Purpose Room. WEDNESDAY EARLY RELEASE: East Avenue will continue to provide meeting and professional development time for staff and will maintain the Wednesday modified schedule for the 2019-2020 academic year. Please keep in mind that on Wednesdays, students will be asked to exit the campus promptly at 1:31 PM. On the 2"d and 4th Wednesday of each month the office will close at 3:OOpm. The PAL program will accommodate the shortened day for students enrolled in that program.

SCHOOL LOOP: This web-based tool allows parents/guardians to access information regarding their student's homework assignments on a daily basis from their home computer or smart phone. Staff is encouraged to post homework daily, and many teachers frequently update grades online as well. In order to utilize School Loop, parents must register online. Information on how to register will be available during Back-to-School Night on September 5th. Back-to­ School Night is an important event which provides important information about your student's classes and you are encouraged to attend.

DRESS CODE: A copy of the Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District Dress Code Policy is on line at https://secure.infosnap.corn/admin/login/login.rails. Please keep in mind while you shop for school clothes over the summer that oversized, saggy, baggy pants continue to be unacceptable at East, as well as low cut, strapless, and/or shirts that show the midriff. All straps must be at least two adult fingers in width (2 inches) or wider. Hats and caps are permitted outdoors only.

ELECTRONIC DEVICES: Please remember that electronic devices (iPods, tablets, speakers, etc.) are not permitted at school and will be confiscated. Students are not permitted to use or have phones out on campus during the school day for any reason. Cell phone use during the school day detracts from the learning process. Students may use their cell phone before or after school in the front of the building only. Please know that if you need to contact your student in an emergency, a phone call to our school office is the best method of communication.

FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL: School begins Monday, August 19th at 7:30AM for students with a zero period. All other students begin at 8:25AM. Students will be dismissed at 2:31 PM.

Enjoy the rest of your summer vacation!

Mistee Guzman Principal ORIENTATION CHECK LIST Please bring this form with you to help with the orientation process on Wednesday, August 14th. You must complete the following in order for your student to receive his/her schedule.

--- lnfosnap Update all information on https://secure.infosnap.com/admin/login/login.rails

•!• If you have moved over the summer, you must provide proof of residency. Please call the office for more information.

--- *Proof of TDap Immunization (7th Grade ONLY)

To pay using the East Avenue web store: Parents can pay for orientation items using a credit or debit card. * Preferable method of payment

» Go to the East Avenue website http://www.livermoreschools.org/east » Click on the online payments link (shopping cart icon on main page) » Add the items you wish to purchase to your cart VISA » Check out » Print your receipt along with this form (there will be an express line)

ITEM PRICE SIZES

T-Shirts $10.00 Adult: XS S M L XL

Shorts $10.00 Adult: XS S M L XL

Sweatpants $15.00 Adult: XS S M L XL

Sweatshirt $25.00 Adult: XS S M L XL (Hooded) Leggings $20.00 Adult: XS S M L XL

ITEM COST _Student planner $7.00

_Boosters Membership $10.00

_ PE Clothes (See Above)

TOTAL Method of Payment: Ocash 0 Check/Money Order Please make one check payable to EAMS Boosters lnfosnap

You must complete lnfosnap before your student can pick up their schedule. For the safety of your child, please be careful to provide complete and correct information. The office staff uses the information you provide to contact you or someone you designate in the event of an emergency. If you provide incorrect or incomplete contact information, there may be a delay when picking up your child.

Before you begin make sure you have:

1. Doctor name and phone number 2. Dentist name and phone number 3. Medical insurance information 4. Emergency contacts: We cannot release your student to your designated emergency contact unless we have both first and last name. a. First name b. Last name c. Phone number

Things to remember: •!• The guardian field is for legal guardians (other than parents) only. Parents please do not list yourself as an emergency contact or legal guardian. In the event of an emergency, we will contact a parent or guardian first. If we cannot reach a parent or guardian, we will contact the emergency contacts. •:• Check the phone numbers you enter for accuracy. If a phone number is incorrect, we cannot contact you or the emergency contact. •!• If you are a returning user, last year's information will populate for you. Please carefully review your student's information and make necessary corrections.

You will receive a separate email from the Livermore Valley Joint School District containing your lnfoSnap code and instructions. Sports at East Avenue Middle School 2019-2020 I All sports offerings at East Avenue are subject to funding and coaching availability.

Requirements: t All students participating in sports must have and maintain a 2.0 GP A and have completed the green district ' physical form PRIOR to trying out for the sport. Physical forms may be obtained from our website or the office.

Sports Offered and Suggested Donations All sports are self-supporting. If sufficient funds are not raised to cover the cost of the sport, we will not be able to field a team. The donation covers the Athletic Director, coaches' stipends, team expenses, tournament registrations, etc.

Please make your donation to the sport of your choice via the web store https://www.livermoreschools.org/east and selecting online payments. Complete the information below and tum into the East A venue Office. Please note, donations are non-refundable and should be paid once your student has made the team.

Student Name: ______Sport:

Season Suggested Sport Starts Donation Cross Country (Co-ed) August $175.00 Boys August $175.00 Girls Basketball October $175.00 Boys Janua_!y $175.00 (Co-ed} January $150.00 Girls Volleyball March $175.00 (Co-edl March $300.00 Track (Co-ed) March $150.00 *Please Note: Donations are non-refundable

Parental Support: Each sporting team needs a parent coordinator to assist the coach with car pooling schedules, end-of-the-season party, and other clerical duties. Please consider volunteering. Your participation is essential and very much appreciated. If you would like to be a "Team Parent Coordinator", please contact Athletic Director Rob Dayton at [email protected].

Transportation East Avenue Middle School does not provide transportation to away games. Families are responsible for getting their students to all home and away games. EAST AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL BOOSTERS VOLUNTEER-SIGN UP (Please Complete) Parent/Guardian(s):

Student Name(s):

Grade(s): (Circle All that Apply) 6 7 8

Address:

Best Contact #:

Best Email:

Din restaurants to set up .. ·. ing families and the community to enjoy a·night out with a percentage of sales to EAMS Booster to the EAMS mission PE Clothes/Planners Assist with the online orders, organization and inventory of clothes/planners, sales at orientation and at lunch/after school, and/or annual orders Fall Run-a-thon

Spring Fling Auction Event Participate with a group of volunteers to put together our annual event that includes food, raffle, silent auction, and live auction with items donated from local businesses and sports teams in the Greater Area and contributions EAMS Commun Grade activities Participate with a group of volunteers to organize, plan, arrange, Promotion/Dance ,..""~~ N:l•rnr•~~~a and set of activities Dances Coordinate with student leadership to assist with planning, obtaining the music/DJ, treats, and assisting with ticket sales the week of the dances PCIC Parent Club Interest Club:._ Meets once a month at the District Hospitality

Community Outreach

Staff Grants Participate in the review and selection of grants that teachers and staff for to benefit the staff and school Book Fair Assist with the book fair (2 per school year) On-Call Assist with Picture Day, Health, Screenings, Testing, Orientation, or other as needed Call to fami!ies: Assist with the ta~edov.'Q after graduation Breakdown and earn reserved seating when your 8th grader graduates -2 seats volunteer

If you have a special skill or talent that you would like to share to benefit your child's/children's educational experience at East Avenue Middle School through EAMS Boosters, check here -0 Registering for Schoolloop

PLEASE NOTE: Schoolloop will not be available until after the first day of school. If you were registered for Schoolloop at another school, you will need to register for an account at East Avenue following the directions below:

1} Go to the East Avenue website: https://www.livermoreschools.org/east.

2) Log in to the School Loop gradebook by clicking the computer icon located on the website homepage under the photo gallery.

3) You will need your student's ID number 4) Click "Register Now", then click on "Parent Registration" if you are a parent or guardian.

5) Fill out the brief form and accept the user agreement.

Parents: Once you are registered and have been verified by the school, you will have access to your child's class schedule and information about each class. You will also receive daily email with information about assignments.

PLEASE NOTE: Verification by office staff will take 2-3 working days.

If you have already registered for Schoolloop -you can find it by clicking on the icon on the homepage using the directions above. l f l East Avenue Middle School

A CALL FOR EAST SCHOOL SITE COUNCIL MEMBERS 2019-2020

East A venue Middle School seeks one or more new parent members to complete the four parent member representation for the 2019-2020 school year. School Site Council meets a minimum of four times during the year, with occasional emergency meetings. Members serve a two-year term.

According to the State Department of Education (1992):

"The basic principle underlying the establishment of the School Site Council (SSC) is that those individuals who are most affected by the operations of their school (principal, parents, teachers, other school personnel, and students) should have a major role in the decisions regarding how their school functions. This involvement occurs through the development of a school improvement plan including a budget which is reflective and supportive of the plan."

If you are interested, please fill out the bottom portion and return to the office no later than August 30,2019. lfyou have any questions, please contact Connie Summers at 606-4711 ext. 61 71. Thank you for your interest.

I would like to serve on East A venue SSC:

Name ______Phone ______

Grade(s) ofEast child(ren) for 2019-2020: Please circle 6 7 8

Please write on this sheet (or attach) a brief paragraph describing your qualifications or experience with the schools, and the reason for your wishing to serve on the SSC. This statement will go on the ballot.

Student Name(s): Tri-Valley Health Initiative Livermore Health Fair Wednesday, August 14, 2019, 1:30pm -4:30pm Junction Avenue K-8 School, 298 Junction Avenue, Livermore I

Free Physicals, Dental and Vision Screenings for students Remember your Immunization Card

Health Insurance Information

~· Ride to the Health Fair for FREE

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!Period M,T,TH,F Wednesday

0 7:30 - 8:20 (50) 7:30 - 8:20 (50) 1 8:25 - 9:16 (51) 8:25 - 9:06 (41) 2 9:20 - 10:11 (51) 9:10 - 9:51 (41) 3* 10:15 - 11:12 (57)* 9:55 - 10:42 (47)* 4A 11:16 - 12:06 (50) 10:46 - 11:26 (40) 4B 11:51 - 12:41 (50) 11:21 - 12:01 (40) 5 12:45 - 1:36 (51) 12:05 - 12:46 (41) 6 1:40 - 2:31 (51) 12:50 - 1:31 (41)

Lunch Schedule

11:12 - 11:47 (35) 10:42 -11:17 (35) 12:06 - 12:41 (35) 11:26 -12:01 (35)

Homeroom: includes bulletin and six minute snack break not included in instructional minutes*

June 4, Last Day of School- Early Release (12:25 PM) Collaboration Schedule Sept. 10-13 and Jan. 28-31 (Collaboration Schedule- students released at 1:31 PM) Student Drop Off/Pick Up

For the safety of our students, please: • Use the pickup/drop off circle. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAR • Pull all the way forward toward the MPR Entrance before dropping off your student. • Do not drop your student off in the parking lot. • Do not park in the parking lot to wait for your student. • Your student should exit on the school side of your car. • Your student should have his/her belongings in the car, not in the trunk

The parking lot is to be used by parents when they need to park their car and come into the office. PLEASE DO NOT park in the parking lot to drop your student off. Use the drop off circle instead.

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Students walking or riding their bikes/scooters to school:

• At the edge of school property turn up toward the school. • Do not cross any of the parking lot driveways. • Walk bikes and scooters on school property.

Please:

• Do not drop off your student before 8:05am as there is no adult supervision. • In the morning students will enter using the MPR doors and move to the blacktop at the back of the school until the bell rings at 8:20am. • If a student needs to see a teacher in the morning before school starts he/she will need to check in at the office. Commission Chair Supervisor Richard Valle, District 2 June 3, 2019

Commission VIce Chair Mayor Pauline Cutter, City of San Leandro RE: Free Transit Passes for students at eligible Livermore USD middle and ACTransH Board Vice President Elsa Ortiz high schools for the 2019-2020 school year

Alameda County Supervisor Scott Haggerty, District 1 Dear Students and Family Members, Supervisor Wilma Chan, District 3 Supervisor Nate Miley, District 4 Supervisor Keith Carson, District 5 For the 2019-20 school year, registered students at the Livermore Joint

BART Unified School District schools listed on the back of this letter are eligible to Vice President Rebecca Saltzman receive a free Student Transit Pass- a Youth Clipper card that provides

Clly of Alameda unlimited free access to Wheels bus services as well as a 50 percent Mayor Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft discount on BART trips and youth discounts on other transit systems. These Clly of Albany passes are being distributed as part of the Student Transit Pass Program. Mayor Rochelle Nason sponsored by the Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda Clly of Berkeley CTC) and funded through Measure BB, the local transportation sales tax Mayor Jesse Arreguin measure. Clly of Dublin Mayor David Haubert To participate you must complete a Student Transit Pass Program Youth Clly of Emeryvlle Clipper card application. Students under the age of 18 must have their Councilmember John Bouters parent or legal guardian complete and sign the application as indicated. Clly of Fremont Once the form is submitted and verified by school staff. students will Mayor Lily Mei receive a youth Clipper card within one month. You can obtain an Clly of Hayward Mayor Barbara Holliday application at orientation or at the school office starting the first day of school, or download a copy from the school's website, complete it, and Clly of Uvermore Mayor John Marchand return it to the school office.

Clly of Newark Councilmember Luis Freitas If you had a Student Transit Pass as part of the Pilot Program during the 2018-19 school year, your current card will expire on July 31,2019. You Clly of Oakland Councilmember At-Large must fill out a new application in order to receive a pass for the next Rebecca Kaplan school year. Councilmember Sheng Thoo

Clly of Piedmont Mayor Robert McBain Questions may be directed to the staff contact for your school listed on the back of this letter or [email protected]. Clly of Pleasanton Mayor Jerry Thome Thank you. Clly of Union Clly Mayor Carol Dutro-Vemaci

ExecuHve Director Arthurl. Doo

Kate Lefkowitz Alameda County Transportation Commission Student Transit Pass Program Site Administrators

Eligible School Contact Christensen Middle School Ms. Francine Laronde [email protected] 12.ca.us Del Valle High School Ms. Magdalena Romero-Chininin mromero@lvjusd .org Ms. Yvonne Pelle voelle@lviusd .ora East Avenue Middle School Ms. Connie Summers [email protected] I Granada High School Vice Principal Clark Conover cconover@lvjusd .org Vice Principal Tori Ha tha@lviusd .om Joe Michell Principal Laura Lembo [email protected] Junction Avenue Vice Principal Jeannette Garza [email protected] Vice Principal Jeremy Vilkins [email protected]_g Livermore High School Ms. Karla Hurst [email protected] Vineyard Alternative Vice Principal Sara Walke swal ke@lviusd .ora William Mendenhall Vice Principal Ravi Prabhala rorabhala@lviusd .ora I l I f ! I f r I~ f

I I 1•... •• CLIPPER YOUTH APPLICATION .. ALAMEDA COUNTY STUDENT TRANSIT PASS PROGRAM Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Complete and submit this application to obtain a free Student Transit Pass on a Youth Clipper card if you are enrolled at an eligible school.

DISCOUNTED FARES Youth Clipper cards calculate discounted youth fares based on age and eligibility. Cards are available for youths aged 5 to 18.

First Name------Middle Initial Last Name------

Address ______Apt# __ City State __ Zip Code ____

Day Phone ______

If Student already has a Youth Clipper card (NOT a Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYY) ______Student Transit Pass Pilot card), provide 10-digit card Student ID Number ______number located on back of card: School Name ______

Clipper requires you to provide student's email address for verification purposes: Staff Member Verification of Date of Birth: Initials ____ Date______

~ You will be osked this question each time you contact Clipper Customer Service to access your card information in person or via phone or email.

, '''''I' 1f!P.4: ~~~TURE ~~Citure •sJ,~~!Jireo 1;;.1 ::·2:\~.: By signing. I attest that the Information on this application is true and correct.

Parent or Guardian Signature------Date ______

Submit your application to your school's front office. Questions? Call Clipper Customer Service at 877.878.8883. Please view the Clipper Privacy Policy at cllppercard.com/prlvacy.

I 04/2019 I t YOUTH APPLICATION ALAMEDA COUNTY STUDENT TRANSIT PASS PROGRAM Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District

The Student Transit Pass Program is sponsored by the Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC) and funded by Measure BB, a countywide transportation sales tax measure. The Program's purpose is to make it easier to travel to and from school and school­ related programs, jobs, and other activities, expanding transportation options for Alameda County's middle and high school students. The Student Transit Pass Program provides free youth Clipper cards to eligible middle and high school students, which can be used for unlimited free bus rides on AC Transit, as well as a 50% discount on BART trips and youth discounts on other transit systems. If you are a full-time student enrolled at a Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District (LV JUSD) school listed below for the 2019- 2020 school year, you are eligible to receive a Student Transit Pass. Please mark which school you attend: DEast Avenue DJunction Avenue DChristensen Dlivermore High DDel Valle DMendenhall D Granada D Vineyard

To receive a pass, please complete this application including a parent or guardian signature if you are under the age of 19. Return the application to your school's main office.

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