Celebrating Grandparents at Community Magnet!

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Celebrating Grandparents 
at Community Magnet Charter School





Grandparents Day

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

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Have you set your clocks ahead one hour?
Sunday, March 8, 2026




   Toni.   

These are my grandparents, Hester and Ezekiel, along with my parents, Lawrence and Elizabeth (Anne). My grandparents were the heart of our family—full of love, wisdom, and strength, just like my mother. As we celebrate Grandparents Day at Community, I celebrate my own grandparents' lasting influence and the love they shared that continues to guide me every day. I miss them deeply and cherish their memory always.
      
 



IMPORTANT INFORMATION- PLEASE READ!

Schedule for Parent Conference Week
March 9-13

Please review the schedule changes for the week:

  • Monday, March 9: No Math Kangaroo. Student Nest tutoring and late buses will be available.

  • Tuesday, March 10: Tuesday Enrichment and Musical Theater will take place as usual, with late buses.

  • Wednesday, March 11: MINIMUM DAY with 12:50 dismissal. No Student Nest tutoring, no after-school intervention, and no late buses.

  • Thursday, March 12: MINIMUM DAY with 12:50 dismissal. No Student Nest tutoring, no after-school intervention, and no late buses. Musical Theater will still meet—participants will need alternate transportation.

  • Friday, March 13: Regular schedule.


Don’t forget—the Book Fair will be open all week in the library!













ROOM 17's BLACK HISTORY PROJECTS

A few students from Jennifer's 3rd grade class visited my office this week to present their impressive Black History projects, and I asked if I could share them with you. They kindly agreed - so here we go!

First to present was Beckett K., whose project featured Barack Obama, the first African-American POTUS, and one of my favorite
people! Beckett shared that the coolest thing about Barack is that he was the first president to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. I think that's pretty cool, too!


Next up was Milo G., who presented on Jackie Robinson, the first African-American to play in Major League Baseball. Milo admires him because he was a talented multi-sport athlete-- along with baseball, he also played football, basketball, and ran track. Since Milo plays soccer, she thinks Jackie Robinson would have been great at that sport, too!

Camiyah B. presented her project on Maya Angelou, the renowned African American author, poet, dancer, and civil rights activist. Camiyah was especially inspired by Maya Angelou's work with Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X. Camiyah also shared some of Maya's powerful lessons learned through her own experiences, such as "Be angry, not bitter" and "Don't complain--act!"


Leo S. chose the great Lebron James, the professional basketball player for the Los Angeles Lakers. Besides his amazing talent on the basketball court, Leo really admires Lebron for building a school to help those in need. Leo thinks that's incredibly kind--and I do, too.


Harriet Tubman was Emma B.'s choice for her Black History project. Harriet Tubman was an American abolitionist and social activist who rescued about 70 enslaved people through the Underground Railroad. Emma found it fascinating that Harriet also served as a spy and a nurse in the Union Army. She explained that when Harriet was young, her mother treated Harriet's chronic pain and seizures with roots and herbs, which inspired Harriet to become a nurse later in life. Emma also shared that Harriet served as a guide (during the Combahee River Raid), where she helped free many enslaved people when the ship reached shore. Harriet was a true heroine!

Fiona P.'s presentation was on the "First Lady of Jazz", Ella Fitzgerald. Also known as the "Queen of Jazz", Ella's beautiful voice and unmatched talent earned her many prestigious awards, including 13 Grammy awards. She was the first African American to win a Grammy! Fiona chose to learn more about Ella Fitzgerald because she was really famous and a lot of people like her songs. 


A big thank you to Jennifer and Rm. 17 students for sharing what you've learned about these influential African Americans!









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PLEASE NOTE: There will be no after-school intervention,  tutoring, or late buses available.






 
ARE YOU RETURNING FOR 2026-27?



Can you believe it? It's already that time of year when we begin preparing for the next school year! We need to know your plans for 2026-27 as we begin to reorganize classes, purchase materials and supplies, and secure staff.

Please click here to complete the Are You Returning survey by Friday, April 3. We hope to see all of our K-4 families return to Community next year and we will say a bittersweet goodbye to our 5th grade families as they move on to middle school!













It's Time to Take the School Experience Survey! 

This year, when parents complete the School Experience Survey, their student’s class will earn credit toward extra recess time! Just complete the survey, print the certificate of completion, and either email to trk2932@lausd.net or turn in to your child's teacher by March 27th. DON'T FORGET TO INCLUDE YOUR CHILD'S NAME ON THE CERTIFICATE OR IN THE EMAIL. Please write "School Experience Survey" in the subject line if you send by email.

Your participation makes a difference—

don’t let your student miss out on the fun!



Your opinion matters!




SAVE THESE SUMMER DATES . . .





VERY IMPORTANT AFTER-SCHOOL DISMISSAL UPDATE



Hello Community Families,


We’re excited to have all of our after-school activities resuming this week! To help ensure a smooth and timely departure of buses each afternoon, we need your support.


After several reminders to call before noon, we continue to receive last-minute changes—sometimes right up until and even after dismissal. With the goal of keeping every student safe and ensuring they get to the right place after school, we’re making a small but important change to our process.


Beginning Monday, February 9, 2026, we will no longer accept phone calls for Bus Book changes.
If your student’s after-school plans change, please complete this Bus Book Form before 12:00 p.m.

Our goal is to get students safely and efficiently to their buses, valet, or after-school activities—and your help truly makes a difference.


Here’s how you can help:

  • Remind your student in the morning if they are staying after school for an activity. Students sometimes forget, and when that happens, they may get on the bus or go to valet instead of heading to their activity. This can delay bus departure as staff work to locate and redirect them.
  • Submit the Bus Book Form before 12:00 p.m. if there are any changes to your student’s usual after-school plans. Telling your student alone isn’t enough—we must confirm changes directly with you. When changes come in late, it can cause confusion and delay buses waiting to depart.

By following these steps, you’re helping us keep dismissal safe, organized, and on time—so students get home sooner and buses can return for late pickup more quickly.


Thank you for your continued support and partnership in keeping our students safe and our afternoons running smoothly!


Best,

Toni
















      Save the Dates . . .

      Recurring Activities
      • Morning Assembly: Fridays
      • Tuesday Enrichment: Tuesdays
      • Tiny Spotlight Musical Theater: Tuesday & Thursday casts 
      • Student Nest Tutoring Services: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
      • After-School Intervention: Wednesdays & Thursdays
      • Math Kangaroo: Mondays



MARCH
  • March 18
    • First grade Field trip to the Gentle Barn
    • Kindergarten arts field trip
  • March 19
    • Math Kangaroo Competition Day
    • Safety Drills
  • March 20
    • Spring Dance
    • March 23
      • Math Kangaroo Celebration
    • March 24
      • Accepted Families Tour
      • Community Council Meeting
    • March 25
      • Open House 
      • No after-school tutoring or intervention
      • No late buses
    • March 26
      • Minimum Day, 12:50 dismissal
      • No after-school tutoring or intervention
      • No late buses
    • March 27
      • NO SCHOOL - Cesar Chavez Day observed
    • March 30-April 3
      • SPRING BREAK!

    APRIL
    • April 6
      • CAASPP practice testing all week, Gr. 3-5
    • April 7
      • Accepted Families Tour
      • Conga Kids Semi-Finals Competition (tentative)
    • April 8
      • Conga Kids Semi-Finals Competition (tentative)
    • April 10
      • Tea Time with Toni
      • 5th Grade Panoramic Photo and Culmination Portrait
    • April 13
      • Above & Beyond
      • Pump It Up (tentative)
    • April 16
      • Safety Drills
    • April 17
      • 25-26 Annual Performance-Based Oversight Visit
      • Tiny Spotlight Performance, Frozen
    • April 18
      • Tiny Spotlight Performances, Frozen, two shows
    • April 19
      • Tiny Spotlight Performance, Frozen
    • April 20 - May 15
      • CAASPP TESTING,  Gr. 3-5
    • April 21
      • Community Council Meeting
    • April 24
      • NO SCHOOL: Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day
    • April 29
      • First Grade Arts Field Trip
    • May 1
      • Kindergarten Trip to Skirball

    MAY
    •  May 4
      • Conga Finals
    • May 5
      • Teacher/Staff Appreciation Luncheon
    • May 7
      • Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon
    • May 8
      • Bus Driver Appreciation Breakfast

    • May 13-15
      • 5th Grade CIMI Camp

    • May 19
      • Asian American/Pacific Islander Grades 1 & 2 presentations
    • May 21
      • Safety Drills
      • Talent Show
    • May 22
      • Asian American/Pacific Islander Assemblies
      • Tea Time with Toni: Read-Alouds
    • May 25
      • NO SCHOOL - Memorial Day
    • May 26
      • Community Council Meeting
    • May 27
      • Second Grade Arts Field Trip
    • May 29
      • No Morning Assembly
      • Children's Day

    JUNE

    • June 1
      • 5th Grade Ice Cream Social
    • June 4
      • Pride Assembly
    • June 5
      • 5th Grade Culmination
      • Minimum Day, 12:50 Dismissal
    • June 9
      • Community Council Meeting
    • June 10
      • Last Day of School
      • Minimum Day, 12:50 Dismissal








      SCHOOL IS COMPULSORY!

      Students need to come to school every day. When possible, please schedule your child’s medical appointments outside of school hours. (See the bell schedule for our school hours.) If you must schedule an appointment during school hours, please check in at the main office to pick up/drop off your child.

      The following types of absences are excused: illness, doctor’s appointments, funerals, family emergencies, court dates, religious observances, etc. Examples of unexcused absences include: vacations, “we slept in,” “we took a family day,” “we went to Disneyland for her birthday,” "we visited relatives out of state/country," etc. Even if you send in a note to explain the absence, those examples would be designated as unexcused. For more information, please refer to LAUSD’s Attendance Guide.

      You may know that LAUSD has an Independent Study program. This program is intended to provide make-up classwork for students who must miss school for legitimate long-term absences (for example, needing to go out of town for a death in the family, quarantine/lengthy stay at home for serious illness, or needing to make a visa appointment in a home country). Independent Study is NOT for “we are taking 2 weeks off and going abroad,” or “we are starting our Winter Break 10 days early.” For Independent Study in excess of 15 days, you must enroll in the online City of Angels program.















      VALET RULES
        For the SAFETY of your child and ALL children and parents at CMCS, if you are driving your child to school you MUST follow these valet rules. 
        • Arrive at CMCS between 7:30 and 8:00
        • Enter through the gate on the EAST side of the school.
        • Drive along the left curb.  The right curb is a bus lane whether or not the buses have arrived.
        • Wait patiently in a single file line along the left curb of the driveway.
        • When a valet volunteer or LAUSD staff directs you, turn right at the parking lot and pull up to the Valet Curb.  There can be a maximum of 3 cars at the Valet Curb.  
        • Under no circumstances can you park with your child and walk them through the parking lot. If, especially during these first weeks of school, you want to walk your child to the front gate, you MUST drop your child at the Valet Curb and then park your car.  Your child can wait for you near the valet volunteers on the bench by the Valet Curb.
        • When you arrive at the Valet Curb, your child should be ready to exit the car from the passenger side of the vehicle.  IF a passenger side exit from your vehicle is unavailable, your child must wait until a valet volunteer opens the driver side door and escorts them in front of your car onto the curb.
        • Under no circumstances should the driver exit the vehicle.
        • Do not pull around cars in the valet line including at the Valet Curb.  The line is single file from the east gate entrance  through to the west gate exit.  Please wait your turn to drop off your child and to exit campus.
        • FINALLY, be patient and kind.  The valet volunteers and LAUSD staff are there for the safety of your children.  Please treat them, the children, and the other drivers with respect.







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