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This Week's News
Thank you to our Halloween volunteers!
We owe a great big thank you to the parents and students who came and stuffed goodie bags for the Outer Sunset's Great Hauntway trick-or-treat walk this past weekend: Adrien, Jessica, Riva, Una, Alex, Asha, Kai, Cullan, Owen, and Hendrick.
Thank you also to the family members who volunteered to hand out over 500 bags to SF kids in their Halloween finest this weekend! Hiba, Niada, Adrianne, Jessica, Alex, and Christine - we couldn't have done it without your help!
Sports Report
This week, Kittredge's volleyball team will face off against Friends at KIPP SF tomorrow, October 30, at 4:45pm. We can hardly believe it, but this is our last volleyball game of the regular season! Next stop, play-offs.
Meanwhile, Cross Country Finals are also on the horizon! This Friday, November 1, students will race at Hellman Hollow at 3:30pm.
It's been an incredible fall season for our Kittredge Coyotes, and we couldn't be prouder. Goooooooo Kittredge!
November Hot Lunch is Here!
November hot lunch order forms have reached your email inbox. If you would like to sign up, please do so using the Google form in your Konnection email, or click the link here.
This week's hot lunch willl be a hot dog bun, carrots, tangerines, and a juice box.
Halloween Reminders
It's here!!!! Halloween is this Thursday!!!! Before we get into all the spooky fun, we have a few reminders for our community.
First, Kittredge is a candy-free school. Please refrain from sending your child with any sugary sweets on the 31st.
Second, we do not allow costumes that include weapons of any kind (including props), nor do we allow inflatable costumes. We appreciate your cooperation.
Lastly, there will little homework (if any) on Halloween. Study Hall will still be available for students who would need to complete work, but the biggest assignment is to HAVE FUN!
Halloween Parade
On Thursday, October 31st, parents and family members are invited to join us at 2pm for our annual holiday parade which begins in front of the school and ends at Rochambeau Playground.
Parents, if you plan to depart with your child from the playground, please be sure to sign your child out with their teacher.
Alumni Spotlight: 2024 Grad George's Haunted House this Wednesday and Thursday!
Next Week's News
Open House
We have one last open house this upcoming Monday, November 4. We encourage prospective families to come check us out and get to know our space and our mission! If you know of a family who you think would be a great Kitt fit, send them our way! We would love to meet them.
Diwali
Diwali, or Deepavali, is known as the “Festival of Lights” and is a Hindu holiday widely celebrated in India, in South Asia, and across the Hindu Diaspora. The word ‘Diwali’ derives from Sanskrit and means “a row of lights.” Festivities include the illumination of lights, candles, firecrackers, and diyas or deepas (clay lamps) to symbolize the victory of good over evil, inner light over spiritual darkness, and knowledge over ignorance. Diwali is a time for gathering with loved ones, celebrating life, and committing to making the right decisions in life.
Diwali is celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, Buddhists, people of Indian heritage and non-Indian heritage. Despite each faith having its own historical legends and celebratory events, the holiday represents the same symbolic victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil.
For further information, please check out these National Geographic links:
**Please wear your brightest colors on Wednesday, November 6th! We will celebrate!
Picture Day
Time to start picking out those outfits, Kittredge! Picture Day is next Friday, November 8. Come ready to show your pearly whites and when the photos are available a few weeks after Picture Day, you can decide on photo package options. Keep an eye on your inbox for more details!
Looking Ahead
Academy of Sciences
It's almost time for one of our favorite field trips of the year! Our annual school-wide trip to the Academy of Sciences is slotted for Thursday, November 21. We can't wait to walk through the rainforest, wave hello to penguins, and stand below towering dinosaurs with our students again this year!
Sibling Apps due November 15
Friendly reminder: sibling applications are due November 15! We are here for you in the office if you have any questions.
Mini Day November 22 - Extended Day Available
Friday, November 22, is a minimum day with a 12pm dismissal. If you would like your child to attend extended day at 12pm, please sign up here.
Thanksgiving Break
Already?! Thanksgiving Break will be here before we know it. Please remember that Kittredge will be closed November 25-29. Classes will resume on December 2.
KPA Korner
November Count-Me-Ins, Coming Up!
Help us cross the fundraising finish line! Spots are still available in the Pom Pom Party, Monkey Around at the San Francisco Zoo, and Holiday Painting Party at Terra Mia CMIs. Sign up today!
Spreading the Word!
Thank you to Alexander Shearer and Christine Rhee for organizing a table to spread the news about Kittredge on the Great Highway over the weekend. Shout out to the other families that braved the fog to promote Kittredge! Thank you to Adrien Treuille for spearheading the Halloween goody bag tabling at Kittredge on October 31 from 4-6 p.m. Volunteers still needed! Sign up here.
Holiday Happening
We're looking for volunteers to plan this year's Holiday Happening! Reach out to Riva Gokhale at rivar924@gmail.com if you're interested and plan to attend the next KPA meeting on Nov. 12. This is a favorite of the kids - let's make it a memorable one!
Need a reimbursement from the KPA for approved expenses? Submit the form here.
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