Hope school community calendar
Hope Highlights January 12, 2025

Important Dates:

January 8 at 6:30 pm - PTA Meeting in the Library

January 17 - Character Counts/POWER Assembly

January 20 - NO SCHOOL MLK Jr. Day

January 25, 2025 Celebration of Cultures

January 31 at 8:45 am - Winter Sing

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Celebration of Cultures
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We are thrilled to invite you to our Celebrations of Cultures event on Saturday, January 25, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. This annual event is a highlight of our school year, bringing together our community to honor the rich diversity of traditions, food, and stories that make us unique.

Families are encouraged to share their cultural heritage through food, music, dance, or art. Whether you host a booth, participate in performances, or simply join us for an evening of connection, we can't wait to celebrate with you!

If you’d like to contribute to the event, **contact **

Ruth Castillo - rucastillo@me.com

| Let's Work Together - Join the PTA| |

We’re stronger when we work together! Our Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) plays a vital role in making Hope School a vibrant and welcoming place for all families. The PTA organizes events, supports teachers, and advocates for our students' needs.

Soon, the PTA will hold nominations for board positions for the 2025-2026 school year. This is an excellent opportunity to bring your skills and ideas to the table! Keep an eye out for more details via Parent Square about the nomination process. Whether you’re interested in a leadership position or just want to volunteer occasionally, every contribution makes a difference.

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Did you know that excessive screen time can affect children’s sleep, mood, and focus? As we navigate the digital age, finding balance with technology is more important than ever. Here are a few helpful tips:

  • Set limits: Encourage screen-free time, especially before bed.
  • Model healthy habits: Show your children how to balance technology with other activities.
  • Create tech-free zones: Establish areas like the dining table or bedrooms as screen-free spaces.

For more insights and resources, check out these links:

Let’s work together to guide our children toward healthy tech habits!

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Measure J Bond
Measure J Bond Banner

The Hope Elementary School District Planning and Construction Management oversees new construction and modernization of all district facilities. The department is responsible for the district’s short and long-term facility needs, including enrollment and staffing projections to identify facility needs.

Through careful planning and support from the community, Hope Elementary School District has prepared well to accommodate the current needs of our students, staff, and community.  In March 2020, the Hope School District community voters passed Measure J. This $47.4 million bond will provide funding for the modernization of our facilities, including new construction at Hope Elementary School, Monte Vista Elementary School, and Vieja Valley Elementary School.

The first series of $12 million was sold in May 2020, received in June 2020, and deposited in Fund 22 (Bonds). The district must spend 85% of those proceeds within three years. Staff predicts all $47.4 million proceeds will be spent by 2025. Closing out the bond program requirements by June 2026.

For more information, please see additional sections on the webpage to review the school site project list, timeline, and status.

Current projects include:

Vieja Valley Elementary School Multi-Purpose Building Modernization – Substantially Completed November 2022 – Closeout Phase

Vieja Valley Elementary School Alterations – November 2024

Monte Vista Elementary School Alterations and New Classroom Building – Bid Phase

Hope Elementary School Alterations and New Classroom Building – Planning Phases

Transitional Kindergarten (TK) and Kindergarten Enrollment for 2025-2026

Enrollment for the 2025-2026 School year has started. Please enroll online as soon as possible.

https://hopesd.aeries.net/enrollment/

Enrolling early helps us plan for the new year. Thank you.

If you have any questions, please contact us at (805) 563-0035

Hope school mission statement

The mission of Hope School District is to develop in children the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to instill a lifelong love of learning and to become productive and contributing individuals in a changing society.