Blosser Lane Elementary School

Hello Blosser Lane Families. This weekend's PTO Color Run is being rescheduled to October 20th. This is due to our Color Run supplies being delayed due to the severe weather caused by the hurricanes this last week. We hope to see you all on the 20th. Thank you for your understanding.

Good evening Blosser Lane Parents and Guardians. You are invited to join us on Monday, September 9th, at 5:30 p.m. in the Blosser Lane multipurpose room for an informational meeting and open discussion about smartphone restrictions on the school campus with Principal Duran and Superintendent Beebe. Thank you and have a good evening.

Welcome Blosser Lane Friends and Families to our Friday Night Notes! BLES Families please remember the parking lot opens for drop-off at 7:40 a.m. no earlier. You may drop off and pick up students in front of the school. For safety in the morning DO NOT go in the Bus Lane. Please remember our Holly and Locust Street trail is open for students to walk to school. We have a staff person at the end to help students cross the road and get safely to school! The bell rings at 7:55 a.m. Gates around the campus will be closed at 8:15 a.m.; if you need to pick up a student during the school day, please ring the intercom at the far left front gate. For safety in the afternoon, cars are not allowed in the parking lot after 2:40 p.m. until the buses leave and remember you can not park in the red. Please note the following: Tuesday, June 4th is NOT a minimum day, and dismissal is at 2:40pm Thursday June 6th is the last day of school and dismissal is at 1:20pm. Please remind your student(s): As the weather is getting warmer please check that students' clothing is appropriate for school. Mark your calendars for some upcoming events: Please make sure to check your students' class DOJO for last week of school events! June 6th is the last day of school! Dismissal is 1:20 pm Report Cards will be available Thursday June 6th Thank you for your time and attention to our Friday Night Notes Notes; have a wonderful weekend! Sincerely, Mrs. Duran BLES Principal

Welcome Blosser Lane Friends and Families to our Friday Night Notes! BLES Families may drop off and pick up students in front of the school. The parking lot opens for drop-off at 7:40 a.m. no earlier. For safety in the morning DO NOT go in the Bus Lane. Please remember our trail located at Holly and Locust Street is open for students to walk to school. We have a staff person located at the end to help students cross the road and get safely to school! The bell rings at 7:55 a.m. Gates around the campus will be closed at 8:15 a.m.; if you need to pick up a student during the school day, please ring the intercom at the far left front gate. For safety in the afternoon, cars are not allowed in the parking lot after 2:40 p.m. until the buses have left the parking lot. Please note the following: Please be informed that Tuesday, January 23rd is a minimum day, dismissal is at 1:20 pm. Please remember if your student is sick or out of school to call the office and clear up the absence. Please remind your student(s): Winter is here, students should be wearing sweaters and coats now as our mornings are chilly. Students may not use their cell phones on campus. If they need to call they may call from school. Mark your calendars for some upcoming events: BLES PTO January 23rd 3:15 in Rm.16 Spirit Days! Friday, January 26th, Green and Gold! Thank you for your time and attention to our Friday Night Notes Notes; have a wonderful weekend! Sincerely, Mrs. Duran BLES Principal

Blosser Lane wants to wish everyone a wonderful Holiday and Winter Break, Welcome Blosser Lane Friends and Families to our Friday Night Notes! BLES Families may drop off and pick up students in front of the school. The parking lot opens for drop-off at 7:40 a.m. no earlier. For safety in the morning DO NOT go in the Bus Lane. The bell rings at 7:55 a.m. Gates around the campus will be closed at 8:15 a.m.; if you need to pick up a student during the school day, please ring the intercom at the far left front gate. For safety in the afternoon, cars are not allowed in the parking lot after 2:40 p.m. until the buses have left the parking lot. Please note the following: School will resume Monday, January 8th, 2024 Please be informed that Tuesday, January 9th is a minimum day, dismissal is at 1:20 pm. Please remember if your student is sick or out of school to call the office and clear up the absence. Please remind your student(s): Winter is here, students should be wearing sweaters and coats now as our mornings are chilly. Students may not use their cell phones on campus. If they need to call they may call from school. Mark your calendars for some upcoming events: Spirit Days! Friday, January 12th, 2024 is Pajama Day! No School on Monday, January 15th, 2024 in Honor of MLK's Birthday Wednesday January 17th, 2024 TK-5 and Sherwood Site Council @ BLES Thank you for your time and attention to our Friday Night Notes Notes; have a wonderful Winter Break! Sincerely, Mrs. Duran BLES Principal

Welcome Blosser Lane Friends and Families to our Friday Night Notes! Please listen to the following information regarding Blosser Lane’s morning drop-off. Families may drop off and pick up students in front of the school. The parking lot opens for drop-off at 7:40 a.m. no earlier. In the morning DO NOT go in the Bus Lane. The bell rings at 7:55 a.m. Gates around the campus will be closed at 8:15 a.m.; if you need to pick up a student during the school day, please ring the intercom at the far left front gate. For safety in the afternoon, cars are not allowed in the parking lot after 2:40 p.m. until the buses have left the parking lot. Please note the following: Please be informed that next Tuesday, December 19th is NOT a minimum day, dismissal is at 2:40 pm. Thursday, December 21st in a minimum day, dismissal will be at 1:20 pm. We are still collecting canned foods for our local community, feel free to send cans to our office. Please remember if your student is sick or out of school to call the office and clear up the absence. Please remind your student(s): Fall is here, students should be wearing sweaters and coats now as our mornings are chilly. Students may not use their cell phones on campus. If they need to call they may call from school. Mark your calendars for some upcoming events: Spirit Days! Monday, December 18th, Wear your favorite holiday decor! Tuesday, December 19th Dress for the job you want, Santa’s Workshop! Wednesday, December 20th Winter Wonderland, Wear cozy snowman accessories! Thursday, December 21st, Dress like a Lumberjack! Thank you for your time and attention to our Friday Night Notes Notes; have a great weekend. Sincerely, Mrs. Duran BLES Principal

Welcome Blosser Lane Friends and Families to our Friday Night Notes! Please listen to the following information regarding Blosser Lane’s morning drop-off. Families may drop off and pick up students in front of the school. The parking lot opens for drop-off at 7:40 a.m. no earlier. The bell rings at 7:55 a.m. Gates around the campus will be closed at 8:15 a.m.; if you need to pick up a student during the school day, please ring the intercom at the far left front gate. Please note the following: Please make sure you have logged into your students' aeries accounts and updated your educational benefit form and data confirmation. Please remember if your student is sick or out of school to call the office and clear up the absence. In the morning DO NOT go in or around the Bus Lane. For safety in the afternoon, cars are not allowed in the parking lot after 2:40 p.m. until the buses have left the parking lot. Please be informed that next week our monthly PTO meeting is Tuesday, October 17th at 3:15 in Rm.16. Tuesday, October 17th is an early day, and dismissal is at 1:20 pm. Please remind your student(s): Fall is here, students should be wearing sweaters and coats now as our mornings are chilly. If your student brings a phone to school it MUST be OFF and in their backpack at all times. Please call the office when you need to get a hold of your student. Mark your calendars for some upcoming events: Great Shake Out- 10/19 (Practice Earthquake Drill) Practice Fire Drill- 10/20 TK-5 Site Council Meets the 1st Thursday of the month at Blosser Join our PTO! We meet on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at Blosser Spirit Day – Friday, October 20th is Green and Gold Color Run- October 22nd at WHS Field Halloween- October 31st Dress Up/Thriller Performance 10:35 am Thank you for your time and attention to our Friday Night Notes; have a great weekend. Sincerely, Mrs. Duran BLES Principal

Welcome Blosser Lane Friends and Families to our Friday Night Notes! Please listen to the following information regarding Blosser Lane’s morning drop-off. Families may drop off and pick up students in front of the school. The parking lot opens for drop-off at 7:40 a.m. no earlier. The bell rings at 7:55 a.m. Gates around the campus will be closed at 8:15 a.m.; if you need to pick up a student during the school day, please ring the intercom at the far left front gate. Please note the following: Please make sure you have logged into your student's aeries accounts and updated your educational benefit form and data confirmation. In the morning DO NOT drive in the Bus Lane, please respect the sign. For safety in the afternoon, cars are not allowed in the parking lot after 2:40 until the busses have left the parking lot. Please be informed that next Tuesday, October 2nd and Friday, October 6th will be an early release day with dismissal at 1:20 p.m. Please remind your student(s) to wear clothes they can move in, shoes they can run in, and layers as the weather begins to change. If your student brings a phone to school it MUST be OFF and in their backpack at all times. Please call the office when you need to get ahold of your student. Mark your calendars for some upcoming events: Spirit Day – Friday, October 6th is Green and Gold Color Run Turn in- Monday, October 2nd Conference Week Begins October 9th-13th Thank you for your time and attention to our Friday Night Notes; have a great weekend. Sincerely, Mrs. Duran BLES Principal

Welcome Blosser Lane Friends and Families to our Friday Night Notes! Please listen to the following information regarding Blosser Lane’s morning drop-off. Families may drop off and pick up students in front of the school. The parking lot opens for drop-off at 7:40 a.m. no earlier. The bell rings at 7:55 a.m. Gates around the campus will be closed at 8:15 a.m.; if you need to pick up a student during the school day, please ring the intercom at the far left front gate. Please note the following: A half sheet of paper was sent home today with your student today reminding all families to log into your students' Aeries account and update their educational benefits for data confirmation. In the morning DO NOT go in the Bus Lane, please respect the sign. For safety in the afternoon, cars are not allowed in the parking lot after 2:40 until the busses have left the parking lot. Please be informed that next Tuesday. will be an early release day with dismissal at 1:20 p.m. Please remind your student(s) to wear clothes they can move in, shoes they can run in, and layers as the weather begins to change. If your student brings a phone to school it MUST be OFF and in their backpack at all times. Please call the office when you need to get ahold of your student. Mark your calendars for some upcoming events: Spirit Day – Friday, Sept.29th Color Run Turn in- Monday, October 2nd Thank you for your time and attention to our Friday Night Notes; have a great weekend. Sincerely, Mrs. Duran BLES Principal

Welcome Blosser Lane Friends and Families to our Friday Night Notes! Please listen to the following information regarding school and road conditions at Blosser Lane. Families may drop off and pick up students in front of the school. The parking lot opens for drop-off at 7:40 a.m. no earlier. The bell rings at 7:55 a.m. Gates around the campus will be closed at 8:15 a.m.; if you need to pick up a student during the school day, please ring the intercom at the far left front gate. Please note the following: If you have ever wanted to volunteer in your student's classroom or on a field trip but haven’t had time to get your fingerprints done you are in luck! Print your mitts will be at our Back to School night! It is $30.00 dollars for Print your Mitts and $32.00 for the live scan. CASH ONLY In the morning DO NOT go in the Bus Lane, please respect the sign. For safety in the afternoon, cars are not allowed in the parking lot after 2:40 until the busses have left the parking lot. Please be informed that next Tuesday. will be an early release day with dismissal at 1:20 p.m. Please remind your student(s) to wear clothes they can move in, shoes they can run in, and layers as the weather begins to change. If your student brings a phone to school it MUST be OFF and in their backpack at all times. Mark your calendars for some upcoming events: Spirit Day – Friday, Sept.15th wear green and gold Back to School is Tuesday, September 12th from 6-7 pm Picture Day is Wednesday, September 13th Thank you for your time and attention to our Friday Night Notes; have a great weekend. Sincerely, Mrs. Duran BLES Principal

Can't wait to see all of our families at BLES Back to School!

Dear Blosser Lane Families & Friends, Welcome Blosser Lane Friends and Families! It was the first week of the 2023/2024 school year and it is off to an amazing start! I would like to welcome everyone to our Friday Night Notes. Please listen to the following information regarding school and road conditions at Blosser Lane. Families may drop off and pick up students in front of the school. The parking lot opens for drop-off at 7:40 a.m. The bell rings at 7:55 a.m. Gates around the campus will be closed at 8:15 a.m.; if you need to pick up a student during the school day, please ring the intercom at the far left front gate. The first week of school is always a bit energetic. Once everyone knows the routines, the traffic usually moves quickly, please be kind and have patience. In the morning DO NOT go in the Bus Lane, please respect the sign. For safety in the afternoon, cars do not enter the parking lot at 2:40 until the busses leave the lot. Please be informed that next Tuesday. will be an early release day with dismissal at 1:20 p.m. Please remind your student(s) to wear clothes they can move in, shoes they can run in and if your student brings a phone to school it MUST be OFF and in their backpack at all times. Mark your calendars for some upcoming events: Spirit Day – Friday, September 1st, wear green and gold Labor Day observed – no school, Mon., September 4th Back to School is September 12th from 6-7 pm Thank you for your time and attention to our Friday Night Notes; have a great weekend. Sincerely, Mrs. Duran BLES Principal

Dear Blosser Lane Families & Friends, Welcome Blosser Lane Friends and Families! It was the first week of the 2023/2024 school year and it is off to an amazing start! I would like to welcome everyone to our Friday Night Notes. Please listen to the following information regarding school and road conditions at Blosser Lane. Families may drop off and pick up students in front of the school. The parking lot opens for drop-off at 7:40 a.m. The bell rings at 7:55 a.m. Gates around the campus will be closed at 8:15 a.m.; if you need to pick up a student during the school day, please ring the intercom at the far left front gate. The first week of school is always a bit energetic. Once everyone knows the routines, the traffic usually moves quickly, please be kind and have patience. In the morning DO NOT go in the Bus Lane, please respect the sign. For safety in the afternoon, cars do not enter the parking lot at 2:40 until the busses leave the lot. Please be informed that next Tuesday. will be an early release day with dismissal at 1:20 p.m. Please remind your student(s) to wear clothes they can move in, shoes they can run in and if your student brings a phone to school it MUST be OFF and in their backpack at all times. Mark your calendars for some upcoming events: Spirit Day – Friday, Sept. 1st, 2023; wear green and gold Labor Day observed – no school, Mon., September 4th Back to School is September 12th from 6-7 pm Thank you for your time and attention to our Friday Night Notes; have a great weekend. Sincerely, Mrs. Duran BLES Principal

Dear Blosser Lane Families and Friends, We hope you are well and in good health. This is my last Friday Night Notes, it has been an honor to lead and support our students and staff, thank you. It is hard to believe we have one more week of school for the 2022-2023 academic year! We are very proud of our students and staff who have worked diligently throughout the year to achieve academic success! With summer approaching, the importance of internet safety for our students cannot be stressed enough. It is crucial to consistently monitor your child's use of the internet and have open communication regarding the internet. A terrific resource is Common Sense Media.org. You can search for any game, movie, website, book, or television show and read reviews and learn about the content of the media. Please note that during the last week of school, each grade will be having an end-of-the-year swim party at Willits High School pool. Please ensure that permission slips have been returned by the date requested; contact your child’s teacher if you have not received field trip information. Also, please be reminded of our district’s fingerprint policy for parents attending field trips. We would like to remind you about schedule changes for the last week of school. Tuesday June 6, 2023 is not a minimum day, it is a regular day with release time of 2:40 p.m. However, Friday, June 9, 2023 will be our early release day at 1:20 p.m. 5th grade families – we are having two different promotion times on Thursday, June 8th; classes for each time are mentioned in the upcoming events. Please note the following upcoming events: • Tuesday, June 6th – full school day; 2:40 p.m. dismissal • Thursday, June 8th - 5th grade promotion, o rooms 10, 24, and 25 - 9:00 a.m. o rooms 16, 26, and 27 – 1:00 p.m. • Friday, June 9th – parent portal opens for report cards • Friday, June 9th - last day of school; 1:20 p.m. dismissal Thank you for your time and attention to our Friday Night Notes; have a great weekend and summer. Sincerely, Mrs. Runberg, Principal

Dear Blosser Lane Families and Friends, We hope you are well and in good health. It is hard to believe we are approaching the end of the 2022-2023 academic year! We are very proud of our students and staff who have worked diligently to achieve academic success! If your students have any outstanding library books, please be sure to turn them in as soon as possible Please note that during the last week of school, each grade will be having an end-of-the-year swim party at the Willits High School pool. Please ensure that permission slips have been returned by the date requested; contact your child’s teacher if you have not received field trip information. Please be reminded of our district’s fingerprint policy for parents attending field trips. We would like to remind you about schedule changes for the last week of school. Tuesday June 6, 2023 is not a minimum day, it is a regular day with release time of 2:40 p.m. Friday, June 9, 2023 will be our early release day at 1:20 p.m. 5th grade families – we are having two different promotion times on Thursday, June 8th; classes for each time are mentioned in the upcoming events. Please note the following upcoming events: • Monday, May 29th - no school in observance of Memorial Day • Thursday, June 1st - TK-5 Site Council meeting at Blosser Lane at 3:15 p.m. • Thursday, June 8th - 5th grade promotion, o rooms 10, 24, and 25 - 9:00 a.m. o rooms 16, 26, and 27 – 1:00 p.m. Thank you for your time and attention to our Friday Night Notes; have a great weekend. Sincerely, Mrs. Runberg, Principal

Hello Blosser Families, If you would like to provide input about your child's teacher assignment next year, please complete the document at this link: https://forms.gle/ooNPaY2sdC9A1hJu9. This form is due by 4:00pm on Friday, May 12th for students entering the 4th or 5th Grades. Please keep in mind, many factors go into creating balanced class lists. While we appreciate your input in this process, and every effort will be made to accommodate your wishes, requests are not guaranteed. Please contact me with any questions at blosserlane@willitsunified.com Thank you, Nancy Runberg Principal - Blosser Lane Elementary School 1275 Blosser Lane Willits, CA 95490 707-459-3232 ext. 1301 phone; 707-459-7621 fax

Dear Blosser Lane Staff and Families, This message is to inform you that, after 29 years as an educator with Willits Unified School District, I will be retiring my position as Principal of Blosser Lane Elementary School as of June 16, 2023. I feel that the time is right to move on to the next phase of my life and travel with my husband to spend time with our sons. After a comprehensive interview process and panel discussion, a candidate has been selected for my position. Beginning in July, Margaret Duran will become Blosser Lane Elementary School’s new principal. I am comforted and feel assured that as I leave this wonderful position, Blosser Lane will be led by a capable, student centered, and competent educator and now principal. The following is a message from Mrs. Duran: My name is Margaret Duran and I am excited to transition into this new position as Principal of Blosser Lane Elementary. I have had the opportunity to teach on this campus for the last eight years as a 3rd grade teacher in room 22, and have been an active member of this learning community. I grew up in Willits, and am now raising my two beautiful children here with my husband Chris. I am excited for this opportunity to serve at my site and look forward to the 2023/2024 school year. Mrs.Runberg and I will be working closely to ensure a smooth transition. I look forward to collaborating with the amazing staff and families of Blosser Lane! Warmly, Mrs.Runberg and Mrs.Duran

Dear Blosser Lane Families, Safety of students and staff is WUSD’s utmost priority. During recess today, students reported that they observed a person on the other side of the fence on the walking trail. We alerted the police department, District personnel immediately walked the path and didn't find any individual. The Willits Police Department assessed the area and didn't find any potential threats. Thank you to our students for reporting their concerns, to staff for their quick attention, and to WPD for responding quickly. We will continue to monitor our campus’ surroundings. If you have any questions, please call the school at 707-459-3232. Thank you, Molly Snider, Acting Admin -3/17/23

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Dear Blosser Lane Families and Friends, please be advised that our Family Engagement Policy has been posted to our school website at https://www.willitsunified.com/o/blosser-lane If you have any questions, or would like additional information, please call us at 707-459-3232 Thank you