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.
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- Does Longfellow have lockers?
No. Students must have their backpacks with them all day. Some students choose to get rolling backpacks.
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- 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.
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- What school supplies do I need?
The teachers require every student to have a three-ring heavy-duty binder which includes
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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).
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- What is the LMS daily schedule?
Click here for the bell schedule.
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- 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
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- 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.
Longfellow Middle School
Your 201-22 PTA Officers
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Vicki Davis
President - Presidente
Jeff Hockenbrock
Treasurer - Tesorero
Leah Martens
Secretary - Secretaria
Gitty Duncan
Volunteer Coordinator-
Coordinadora de Voluntarios
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Communications Coordinator - Coordinador de Comunicaciones
Vivian Madrigal
PTA Calendar Coordinator -
Coordinador del Calendario de la PTA
Humberto Reyes
Website Coordinator - Coordinadora
del Sitio Web
Welcome to Longfellow PTA!
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PTA President Welcome | Bienvenida de la Presidenta de la PTA
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¡La PTA de Longfellow le da la bienvenida al año escolar 2020-2021!
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¿Qué hace la PTA?
Una de las funciones principales de la PTA es recaudar fondos para proporcionar materiales y experiencias complementarias que ofrezcan a nuestros niños una educación integral. La PTA de Longfellow financia una variedad de necesidades cada año: tecnología para los salones, el programa de deportes después de clases, transporte de excursiones, así como eventos escolares y comunitarios como el Día de los Ancianos y el Baile de 8o Grado. Hay varias formas de contribuir al PTA a lo largo del año. Si desea ayudar con alguna de nuestras campañas de recaudación de fondos, contáctenos o visite nuestra página web:
https://www.longfellowberkeley.org/make-a-donation.
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¿Cuándo y cómo puedo participar?
La participación de los padres puede marcar la diferencia en la experiencia escolar de su hijo. Venga a los eventos de nuestra comunidad, únase a la PTA, asista a las noches de educación para padres, sea voluntario en eventos escolares –hay muchas formas de participar. El PTA envía oportunidades de voluntariado específicas durante el año por e-Tree – como chaperonear el baile de 8º grado o repartir chocolate caliente cuando celebramos el Día de los Muertos.
Y ya sea que se lo diga a usted o no, ¡a su hijo le dará mucho gusto que usted esté ayudando a que su escuela sea un mejor lugar!
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¿Cómo puedo enterarme de lo que está pasando en la escuela?
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El eTree es la mejor forma de mantenerse enterado de lo que está pasando en Longfellow. Los anuncios matutinos y un boletín semanal son enviados a su correo electrónico. Inscríbase para recibirlos en: https://www.longfellowberkeley.org/contact > Etree Sign Up Form.
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Illuminate es un tablero en línea donde puede seguir el progreso académico de su niño/a: https://berkeley.illuminatehc.com/login
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La página web de Longfellow es https://www.longfellowberkeley.org/. Contiene mucha información y se actualiza frecuentemente. Incluye fotos de eventos escolares y asambleas, para que pueda tener una idea de la experiencia de su hijo/a.
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Revise la mochila de su hijo/a seguido para buscar tareas, permisos de paseos, y volantes.
¡Bienvenidos! ¡Esperamos verlos a muchos de ustedes este año escolar!
Cordialmente,
La PTA de Longfellow
Join the PTA!
¡Únase a la PTA!
Pay your Membership Dues
Dues are $15 per person, $20 per family.
Membership envelopes are available at the school office, if you prefer to write a check, made payable to Longfellow PTA, for your annual dues. You may leave your membership with Ms. Baham.
Si prefiere escribir un cheque, para su membresía anual, en la oficina hay sobres disponibles. Favor de hacerlo a nombre de "Longfellow PTA" y dejarlo con Ms. Baham , la Secretaria.
The Longfellow PTA welcomes you to the 2020-21 school year!
What Does the PTA Do?
One of the main functions of the PTA is to raise funds to provide supplemental materials and experiences that offer our children a well-rounded education. The Longfellow PTA funds a range of needs each year: technology in the classroom, the afterschool sports program, field trip transportation, as well as school and community functions like Caring Elders Day and the 8th Grade Dance. There are several ways to contribute to the PTA throughout the year. If you would like to help with any of our fundraising campaigns, please contact us or visit our webpage https://www.longfellowberkeley.org/make-a-donation.
When and How Can I Get Involved?
Parent participation can make all the difference in your child’s school experience. Come to our community events, join the PTA, attend Parent Education nights, volunteer at school functions - there are so many ways to participate. The PTA sends out specific volunteer opportunities all year long through the e-tree - like chaperoning for the 8th grade dance or ladling out hot chocolate when we celebrate Dia De Los Muertos.
And whether it’s said aloud or not, your child will be pleased you’re helping make the school a better place!
How Can I Find Out What’s Going On At School?
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The eTree is the best way to stay in touch with what’s happening at Longfellow. Daily morning announcements and a weekly newsletter digest are delivered to your inbox. Sign up on the website, https://www.longfellowberkeley.org/contact > Etree Sign Up Form.
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Illuminate is an online dashboard where you can track your child’s academic progress. https://berkeley.illuminatehc.com/login
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Longfellow’s website is found at https://www.longfellowberkeley.org/. It’s a rich source of information, and we update the site frequently. It includes photos of school events and assemblies, so you can get a feel for your child’s experience.
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Look through your child’s backpack every few days for assignments, field trip permission slips, and flyers.
Welcome! We look forward to seeing a lot of you this year!
Sincerely,
Longfellow PTA
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