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Weekly ROAR Report- January 9, 2026

Posted Date: 01/09/26 (06:18 PM)
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The ROAR Report

January 9, 2026
The Roar Report: Alexander Rose Elementary School Weekly Community Update banner with tiger mascot.

Let's continue shining this week!

We are so excited to welcome our students back and jump into a brand-new season of learning. This month, we are focusing on our core value of Motivation. Whether it is hitting a personal goal in reading or trying a new club for the first time, we are cheering on our Tigers as they find their "inner spark."

To help our students stay motivated and successful, we want to emphasize the importance of consistent attendance and staying healthy. Every day in the classroom counts! We appreciate your partnership in ensuring your child arrives on time and ready to learn, and we thank you for your continued diligence in keeping students home when they are unwell to keep our whole community thriving. Let’s make it a great week!
 

📚 TK/K Early Learning Night: Literacy Focus

Thursday, January 15 | 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM

Join us in the Learning Center for our Early Learning Night! This session will focus specifically on Literacy and Reading. We will share helpful tips and insights on how to support your child’s reading journey at home. We hope to see our TK and Kindergarten families there! Siblings are always welcome!
 

🗓️ Holiday Reminder: No School Monday, January 19

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, there will be no school on Monday, January 19. We look forward to seeing all our Tigers back on campus on Tuesday, January 20.

Why We Celebrate: This federal holiday honors the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a pivotal leader in the American Civil Rights Movement. We take this day to reflect on his message of equality, justice, and nonviolence. Dr. King dedicated his life to the dream that all people—regardless of the color of their skin—should have the same opportunities and be treated with dignity and respect.

At Rose School, we use this time to think about how we can live out his values by being kind neighbors and standing up for one another. It is often referred to as a "Day On, Not a Day Off," as many families choose to honor his memory by participating in community service or acts of kindness.

🐾 The Tiger Kindness Challenge: To honor Dr. King’s dream of a better world, we challenge every student to complete one act of kindness over the long weekend. Whether it’s helping a neighbor, picking up litter at a local park, or writing a thank-you note to someone who helps you, your small actions make a big difference!
 

📝 2026–27 Online Enrollment Officially Opens 1/21

Registration for the 2026–27 school year begins this Wednesday!
  • Details: Please refer to the attached PDF or school flyer for more information and instructions on how to register online.
  • We look forward to welcoming our future Tigers!
 

🎨 Afterschool Exploratory Programs

Our clubs have officially started back up! If your child turned in a permission slip, please note the following:
Continuing/Starting This Week:
  • Acrobatics (2:00-3:00; M- TK/K, Tu- 1st-2nd, W- 3rd-6th)
  • Author Study (M/W 1:30-2:00- TK)
  • Chess (Tuesday 1st-3rd; Thursday 4th-6th; 2:20-3:00)
  • Scrapbooking (Tuesday 2:00-3:00)
  • Baking Club (please see schedule sent on ParentSquare)
  • Running Club (Wednesday 1:30-2:00- Kinder)
  • Book Club (Wednesday 2:15-3:00; 4th-6th)
Garden Club Update: Garden Club will begin on Friday, January 23.
 

🎌 New! Anime & Manga Lunch Club (Grades 4–6)

We are thrilled to announce that we will be launching a brand-new lunch club opportunity for our upper-grade Tigers! The Anime & Manga Lunch Club is a place for students to connect over their favorite stories and art styles. We will be kicking off our first session with the series Mashle: Magic and Muscles.
  • Who: 4th – 6th Grade Students
  • When: Fridays starting Jan 16 | 12:00 PM – 12:40 PM
  • Where: The Learning Center (Students may bring their lunch to the session!)
  • Sign-Up Link: Click here to register
Important Details:
  • Limited Space: To ensure a great experience, the club is limited to the first 30 students who sign up.
  • Cycles: This first session runs for a 5-week cycle ending at February Break.
  • Notifications: Students who are accepted into this first cycle will be notified by Monday, January 12.
  • Waitlist: If your child doesn't get in this time, don’t worry! We will be opening up more spots for a new group of students after the February Break.
 

🚗 Staff Parking Lot Safety

Please remember that the staff parking lot is an active parking lot throughout the day. While we use this area for drop-off and pick-up for certain grade levels, we ask that all parents and guardians stay on the sidewalk at all times for student safety, and to use the crosswalk. Thank you for your commitment to student and community safety!
 

🐯 Attendance Reminders

January is a fresh start to reset routines, refocus on goals, and restart our momentum! We’re excited to kick off 2026 strong and partner with you to make attendance a winning habit for every student.

To celebrate our Tigers, Mrs. Startz and Mrs. Machado will be 🍿 POPPING 🍿 into classrooms to celebrate students who are in class with a small prize.

Independent Study Reminders:
We strongly encourage families to avoid planning vacations during school days. However, if your child must miss 3–14 consecutive school days, you may request a Short-Term Independent Study Contract so the absences can be excused.

Independent Study Guidelines:
  • Parents must request Independent Study Contracts at least 10 school days in advance by emailing the front office. This gives teachers time to prepare assignments, and for a guardian to meet with Mrs. Machado.
  • Contracts are not available: During the first or last 10 days of school; Before or after any school break of 5+ days; During state or district testing or parent-teacher conference weeks
  • Only one contract per school year is allowed.
  • Work must be completed and returned on time. If assignments are incomplete, absences will be marked unexcused, and your child may be considered truant.
 

🐈 Campus Health & Safety: Animal Feeding

While we appreciate the kindness shown to neighborhood pets, feeding stray cats on campus has become a health concern. The food attracts animals that are then using our playgrounds and student areas as restrooms, creating unsanitary conditions for our Tigers.
To keep our play areas safe and clean, please do not leave food out for animals anywhere on school grounds.
  • Want to help? If you are concerned about the welfare of neighborhood cats, please contact the Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority for more information . They provide services for our community and are equipped to help animals safely while keeping them away from school play zones.
 

☔ Rainy Day Protocols

When it rains, our safety procedures are as follows:
  • Adults: Please stay outside the inner gate.
  • Students: Walk independently to classrooms; doors will be open.
  • Helpers: Intermediate student helpers will be available to assist younger Tigers.
Thank you for continuing our daily safety protocols, even when it's a little bit wet outside!
 

🌟 Student Spotlight — Let Your Tiger Shine!

We love highlighting the amazing things our students are doing- both in and out of the classroom! Whether your child just reached a personal goal, performed in a community event, mastered a new skill, or showed exceptional kindness, we want to hear about it.
  • How to Submit: Simply fill out our Student Spotlight form to share their story and a photo. We enjoy featuring these "Tiger Moments" in our newsletter and on campus to inspire others!
  • Submit here: Rose Student Spotlight Form
 

🎭 Celebrate Your Tiger on the Marquee!

Want to see your Tiger’s name in lights? You can reserve a special message on our school marquee to celebrate birthdays, major accomplishments, or a special "shout-out" to your student!
  • Donation: $10 (Cash or check payable to MUSD; please write “Rose School” in the memo).
  • How to Sign Up: 1. Pick up a paper form in the front office OR 2. Complete the online request form here: Marquee Celebration Link (Please note: Payment must be submitted to the front office to finalize your reservation.)
We LOVE celebrating our Tigers in lights!
 

📱 Stay Connected

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[Tuesday, Jan 13 at 4:48 PM]
Good evening! A quick update on the Anime/Manga Club- if your student signed up for the club, they were accepted and should check their Google Chat for the new Google Space where I will be communicating with them. Woo hoo! Our first meeting will be this Friday at 12:00pm in the Learning Center. Students should bring their lunches and- if they have a favorite manga- they should bring that, as well.