Welcome Incoming 6th Graders and New Families!
We are so glad you and your family are joining the Longfellow Community! You probably have many questions about your new school, and we'll be happy to answer all of them! Here are the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions.
- How do I sign up for zero period music or 7th period jazz?
Simply come to the class the first day of school to register. Zero period students should come to the breezeway inside the Derby Street gate at 8:00 on Aug. 30.
- Does Longfellow have lockers?
No. Students must have their backpacks with them all day. Some students choose to get rolling backpacks.
- Does Longfellow have PE uniforms?
No. Students are required to change their clothes for PE class, but they can wear any clothes that are approriate for doing sports - shorts, sweats, T-shirts, and proper shoes.
You may bring a combination lock to secure your belongings during PE class. PE lockers are not for all-day use, just for your PE period.
- What school supplies do I need?
The teachers require every student to have a three-ring heavy-duty binder which includes
six tab dividers and a zippered pencil case to fit in the binder.
In addition, there are other basic supplies which students should bring to school everyday: 2 pens and 2 pencils, a highlighter, an eraser, a two pocket folder for homework, a 12-inch ruler, and lined notebook paper (3-hole).
- What is the LMS daily schedule?
Click here for the bell schedule.
- Are there any accommodations for 6th graders?
Yes! Most sixth grade classes are held in a building separate from the upper grade
- How will I know the expectations at Longfellow? Is there a guidebook?
Yes! The Student Handbook is printed in the planner you'll receive. If you'd like to review it now, click here for the full text
- How can parents keep up with what's going on at Longfellow?
We recommend parents sign up for the LMS eTree to receive email messages about campus life, announcements, and special events. Parents can click here to sign up for the eTree.
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SUPPORT OUR SCHOOL
Make a donation to Longfellow with PayPal
The first $15 of your donation goes toward PTA membership
Welcome to Our Longfellow Community Family!
We are excited to have you and your family here!
We are an amazing school, ready to do more wonderful things for our school community!
Our Longfellow PTA funds:
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Afterschool sports coaches, uniforms, equipment & trophies
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Binder Planners for every student
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Field trips to bring curriculum to life
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8th grade Dinner Dance financial and logistical support
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Open House and Science Fair dinner
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Career Day and Caring Elders Day
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AVID college campus visits
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and SO MUCH MORE!!
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Join the Longfellow PTA Online
Dues are $15 per person, $20 per family
The Longfellow PTA is a non-profit organization. Donations
are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Our tax ID number is 94-6181762
This is what your donation to the PTA will fund this year:
$15,000 for field trip transportation at every grade level to reinforce curriculum
- 6th grade - Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum in San Jose during the unit on ancient Egypt
- 7th grade - Tide pools south of Half Moon Bay during the marine life unit
- 8th grade - California State Capitol in Sacramento during the US government unit
- UC Davis/Sac State for an AVID class retreat and university campus visit
- Yosemite National Park for the amazing annual Nature Bridge program
$4,200 for the after school sports program This funds team uniforms and
equipment. While many of the schools in our league have a pay to play policy,
Longfellow does not charge a fee. This ensures all students who want to be on a
sports team can be - 40% of our students are on at least one team.
$5,000 for school-wide events and cultural heritage celebrations which include
community building events such as the Welcome Fair, Dia de los Muertos Celebration, Caring Elders Day, culture assemblies, 8th grade dinner dance, promotion medals, and much more.
$3,750 for teacher mini grants This supports teacher innovation and specialized materials. Past grants have funded:
- Longfellow's literary magazine, Word Street Press
- Raspberry Pi robots and Mouse Squad supplies
- Full inclusion supplies
- Pilot reading program supplies
$4,850 for positive school culture which includes a free binder planner for every student, parent-teacher conferences dinner, support for staff retreat and
appreciation week, etc..
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We are striving for a 100% parent participation in donations! No matter the amount of your donation, from $5.00 to $500 to $5,000, we ask that parents generously give what you can! If your workplace matches donations to non-profits and educational instututions, we can assist you in securing a match for your gift.
We understand that not everyone can give a monetary donation.
Please consider giving some of your time, talents, or expertise!
We need your support to create another fantastic and academically-enriched year!