Dear Weller Families,
We did it! I am thrilled to share that we have officially reached our district’s attendance goal of 97%—in fact, we are currently sitting at an amazing 97.11%! Thank you all so much for your commitment to getting our students to school every day ready to learn. This achievement is a direct result of your support and partnership, and we couldn't be prouder of our community. Yay us! 🎉
As you read through this week’s newsletter, please be sure to pay special attention to a few key updates and upcoming events:
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Unity Day (Oct. 21): Remember to have your students wear orange on Wednesday to show our unity for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion.
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School Site Council, Title I, & ELAC Meeting (Oct. 22): Join us virtually at 6:00 PM to learn more about decision-making at Weller and how to get involved.
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Fall Celebrations (Oct. 29 & 30): Mark your calendars for Make-Up Picture Day, our PTA Pumpkin Patch, Trunk-or-Treat, and our annual Halloween Parade on October 30th (8:15 AM).
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Important Action Items: Please ensure you have completed your Aeries Annual Registration and the district Meal Application, and review our updated Volunteer Procedures if you plan to assist on campus.
Thank you again for your incredible participation, engagement, and constant support in making Weller such a wonderful place for our students to grow. Have a fantastic weekend and week ahead!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Elzey and Mrs. Sharma
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Click on the bookroom below to view the stories, activities, videos, and resources to celebrate and honor Filipino heritage. |
We are focusing on CREATIVITY this month as part of our Core Values Program! Students will be reading our book of the month, Only the Best: The Exceptional Life and Fashion of Ann Lowe, to learn about our artistic and visionary leader, Ann Lowe. Students will engage in discussions and activities throughout the month to learn more about our spotlight leader and our core value: Creativity. As students participate in our lessons they are also creating special Core Values Books that they will be able to take home at the end of the year! We encourage all families to participate with our Core Values Program! Please see below to learn more. 😁 Please click HERE to watch and listen to a read aloud of this month's story. |
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GENERATIONS SCHOOL PHOTOGRAPHY is your official school portrait photographer!
- You may scan the QR slip that was given on picture day to view/order your photos
- No QR slip? No problem! Ordering information and proofs have been emailed to you. Check your inbox for your child's gallery link.
- Picture packages are mailed directly to your home
- Didn’t receive an Email or Lost your QR slip?
- Contact us at: https://www.generationsschoolphotography.com/contact-us
- Or email us at: customercare@gsp-photos.com
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Unity Day, the signature event of National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month, has been recognized in the United States since 2011. To participate in Unity Day on October 21st, students can wear orange to school to unite for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion to prevent students being bullied. Check out the Pacer organization for free educational, interactive resources designed for students, parents, and educators. There is a quick “Facts & Summary” about bullying and disabilities available at this link.
Let’s rally together on this day of commUNITY!
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Please join us VIRTUALLY this Thursday, October 22nd at 6:00pm for our School Site Council, Title I, and ELAC Meeting. Important information will be shared about Weller and how you can get involved and have a voice in our school's decision-making.
School Site Council, Title 1, & ELAC Meeting
Thursday, October 22 · 6:00 – 7:00pm
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Students can come to school in free, appropriate dress on Friday, October 23rd. |
Students will be sharing all that they have learned about our Core Value of Creativity and our leader Ann Lowe. |
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Joseph Weller Elementary PTA hosts the Math Kangaroo exam again on our premises.
2. Invitation Code = WELLER@2027MC
Registration open from grades 1-5 and 7-12 - Current Weller students and alumnus. Anyone else, please enquire first before registration.
*Click on the image to enlarge the flyer.
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The Details:
Grades: 1–6
Session 1 Dates:
- Grades 4th-6th -Oct. 27th, Nov. 4th, Dec. 2nd, Jan. 6th
- Grades 1st-3rd - Oct. 28th, Nov. 5th, Dec. 3rd, Jan. 7th
Time/Location-Dismissal to 3:15 PM | Room: 112
How to Sign Up:
- Use this Google Form to apply! Families will receive a confirmation notice if their child received a spot.
- Space is limited to 54 Students (9 per grade level, first-come, first-served.)
- Didn’t get a spot? Don’t worry, Session 2 to follow.
Art Club is almost full!
1st grade - FULL
2nd grade - 2 spots available
3rd grade - 3 spots available
4th grade - 2 spots available
5th grade - 4 spots available
6th grade - 3 spots available
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We are excited to announce the upcoming Kids’ Business Fair, an opportunity for our students to launch their very own businesses, sell products, and discover the power of entrepreneurship!
Whether your child wants to showcase hand-crafted items, creative artwork, or unique services, this event gives them hands-on experience with real-world business skills.
Event Details & Guidelines
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When & Where: January 21, 2027 in the MultiUse Room
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Parent/Family Guidance Required: To ensure a safe, fun, and supportive experience, a parent or guardian must accompany their child and remain at their booth throughout the event.
How to Register
Registration is open now! Please take a few minutes to submit the online registration and consent form.
[Click Here to Register Your Child & Sign Off]
Registration Checklist:
- Parent/Guardian contact details
- Student participant information & business idea
- Parent/Guardian supervision sign-off
Need Business Ideas?
Students can participate individually or in small teams! Popular business concepts include:
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Crafts & Creation: Handmade bookmarks, origami, keychains, greeting cards, or paintings.
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Interactive Booths: face painting, caricature drawing, etc.
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Upcycled Goods: Decorated plant pots, painted stones, or custom totes.
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Volunteers play a vital role in enhancing our students' educational experiences and supporting our daily school activities.
The district has changed the volunteer process for efficiency and to ensure student safety. We will now be following a new process for all NEW parent volunteers, effective immediately. Paper volunteer forms are no longer accepted.
The Volunteer Application now requires families to complete a Google Form along with a mandated training. The mandated training will need to be completed by all current approved AND new volunteers.
Steps to Complete the Process:
- Visit musd.org.
- Click on Get Involved
- On the drop down menu, select Volunteer Opportunities.
- Click on the Volunteer Instructions and Form link to access the detailed instructions.
- Google form link: Volunteer google form link
Important Information for Existing/Approved Volunteers:
- Ensure your TB test/assessment is up-to-date (must be renewed every 4 years).
Below are the links you can reference.
The process takes about two weeks for brand new volunteers and about a week for past volunteers.
If you have any questions, you may contact Ms. A at 408-635-2876 x1107 or areynosoakbarzad@musd.org
Thank you in advance for your cooperation, patience, and commitment to maintaining a safe and efficient environment for our students.
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It is time for our annual Joseph Weller Pledge Drive to gather funds for student field trips. The hope is that families can contribute funds towards student field trips one time at the beginning of the school year to take care of all the trips that would happen throughout the year. A one-time donation of $50.00 per child will ensure that your student’s class can go on a field trip this year. THANK YOU TO THE FAMILIES THAT HAVE ALREADY DONATED! |
By signing up to purchase a Community Discount Card, you will earn all kinds of deals throughout Milpitas and you will be supporting Weller's PTA. WIN WIN!! |
Joining the PTA is a way to show your support for the teachers, staff, and students. Support can come in many forms, and joining the PTA doesn’t have to be a huge time commitment. 😊
Membership fee is $20 per family, which includes all of your students and their parents/guardians. The PTA is a 501(c)(3) organization so the membership fee and additional donations are tax deductible as allowed by the IRS. Please fill out this membership form and send it into the school to your student’s teacher or drop it by the office with the $20 membership fee. You can also join through our Totem page if you prefer. We also always accept membership registrations at our events, just find our table or one of the PTA officers.
We are always looking for volunteers to help us run our events. After you’ve joined the PTA, fill out this form and let us know what you’re interested in volunteering for and we’ll be in touch!
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We will be having our pumpkin patch for students on October 29th. Thanks to our amazing PTA, every student will be able to select and take home a pumpkin on this day, FREE OF CHARGE! If you are interested in volunteering during our pumpkin patch, please reach out to Mrs. Elzey: delzey@musd.org
Thank you!
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COSTUMES:
- Student, please wear your costumes to school. If you are not wearing a costume to school you can come to school in free dress or your school uniform.
- Full face masks and blow up costumes ONLY during the parade. After the parade, masks and accessories will need to be stored away in the classroom.
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NO weapons of any kind and please no fake blood. We want students of all ages to be able to enjoy the day and parade.
- Students should wear comfortable clothing underneath their costumes so that, if necessary, they may remove their costumes to finish the school day.
PARADE:
Weller families are invited to comeand view our Halloween Parade at 8:15am. Please view the map below to see where parents and family members can view from. Families can begin to come onto campus at 8:10am, after students have made their way into their classrooms.
We ask for your cooperation and organization during the parade to ensure that we have a successful and organized parade that everyone can enjoy. Students will be seated in a large circle on the blacktop with family members standing behind them. Students will parade around the inner circle by grade level. Our families did a GREAT job last year, so we know this year will be just as wonderful. Thank you!
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October 21: UNITY DAY- Wear Orange
October 22: SCC, Title I, & ELAC Meeting @ 6:00pm
October 23: FREE DRESS DAY!
October 23: Core Values Assemblies
October 27: PTA Meeting @ 6:00pm
October 29: Make-Up Picture Day
October 29: Pumpkin Patch
October 29: Weller's Trunk-or-Treat hosted by PTA
October 30: MINIMUM DAY
October 30: Halloween Parade
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Aeries Annual Registration - MUST BE DONE FOR EACH CHILD YEARLY
* Please watch this video tutorial to help you complete the Annual Registration.
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Please read through our Family Handbook to learn everything you need to know about Weller. When you have finished reading our handbook, please complete this Google Form. |
We need ALL families to complete our district's Meal Application. Thank you!
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