Join us for our monthly PTO meeting on Tuesday, November 12th, from 3 p.m.-4 p.m. in the cafeteria! All are welcome!
Dear Parents,
We were just made aware of some road construction taking place tomorrow morning and afternoon along our bus routes. Please be patient with us if the buses are delayed. Hopefully, all will be clear and open when we are in route. Thank you!
The Coins for Courage coin drive is being extended until tomorrow! On Friday, November 8th, please bring any coins or bills you would like to donate! All proceeds will go to Honor Flight Kern County to help send a veteran to Washington D.C.!
From about section of the Honor Flight Kern County's website: "With your generous donations these American Heroes receive a hero’s send-off in Bakersfield and a hero’s welcome in Washington, D.C. Once in DC, the veterans spend their time on guided tours to see many of the memorials in D.C., including the WWII, Korean, Vietnam, Lincoln, Women’s, Navy, Marine, and Air Force memorials as well as the Changing of The Guard, at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, in Arlington National Cemetery."
Elk Hills would like to thank one of our parents, Kathy Rowland, and her employer, Fastenal, for donating the many cases of water bottles during the summer and first few months of school. Their donation helped keep our students cool during the bus rides and walks home. We appreciate you Kathy!
Elk Hills Community,
After speaking with the Kern County Fire Department, we have lifted the shelter and place. The leak has been stopped and the site is being secured. Thank you for your patience in this matter. The safety of our students and staff is our number one concern.
Tomorrow is the last day of the Coins for Courage coin drive! Bring your quarters and lets fill up those jars! All proceeds will go to help send a veteran on an honor flight with Honor Flight Kern County!
Community Bingo Night is being rescheduled this month. It will now be held on Tuesday, November 12th, 2024 from 5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m.! I apologize for any inconvenience! If you have any questions please reach out to me at camcgowan@elkhills.org or 661-765-7341. Thank you!
Don't forget to bring your DIMES tomorrow for the Coins for Courage coin drive to help send a veteran on an honor flight with Honor Flight Kern County!
Picture retake day is coming!
The Elk Hills PTO will be hosting the Coins for Courage coin drive next week, benefitting Honor Flight Kern County to help send a veteran on an Honor Flight! Each day we will collect a different coin! Monday: Pennies, Tuesday: Nickels, Wednesday: Dimes, and Thursday: Quarters. Gather up your loose change this weekend and help us honor a veteran! The class that turns in the most money will earn a pizza party. To learn more about Honor Flight Kern County please visit https://www.honorflightkerncounty.org/about/
The Literacy Team/Classroom pumpkins are ready, look how awesome they turned out! There's still time to enter to win! Tickets can be purchased until 10:45 a.m. tomorrow during the Trunk or Treat!
Grades and their respective themes: TK/K: The Very Hungry Caterpillar, 1st grade: Pete the Cat, 2nd grade: The Good Egg, 3rd grade: The Creepy Pair of Underwear, 4th grade: Harry Potter (face), 5th grade: Harry Potter (Coat of Arms), 6th grade: Nightmare Before Christmas, 7th grade: Winnie the Pooh, 8th grade: The Outsiders, Literacy Team: The Wonky Donkey.
Can't wait to see who wins!
Don't forget!: Elk Hills School District's annual Trunk or Treat event will be held on Halloween morning: Thursday, October 31st, 2024. Set up begins at 8:30 AM, Trunk or Treat begins at 9:00 AM, and will be followed by a student vote for best trunk and a costume contest! If you'd like to have a trunk, or have general questions regarding this event, please contact Mrs. Cassandra at 661-765-7431 x 111 or camcgowan@elkhills.org, you will need to provide your own individually sealed candy, please plan to have enough for 180 children. We look forward to seeing all the awesome trunks and fun costumes! *You do not have to decorate a trunk, if you would just like to stand at your car and pass out candy, that is OK too!
Name: Logan Rensel
Position: 5th Grade Teacher
Length of time at Elk Hills: 3 years
Educational background: Attended CSU Bakersfield and Point Loma Nazarene University. Dual credentialed in History and Multiple Subjects.
Why I enjoy working here: I truly enjoy the tight-knit community atmosphere at Elk Hills. Being born and raised in Bakersfield, California, working in a small school allows me to build meaningful connections with both my students and colleagues, creating a sense of family.
Hobbies: I enjoy reading, listening to podcasts, playing video games, running, and spending time with my dog.
Hopes/goals for this year: My main goal for this year is to create an engaging and supportive learning environment where my students feel confident to explore and succeed. I also aim to integrate more quick and fun classroom games to keep things lively!
Big Smiles will be on campus November 21, 2024. Don't forget to sign up your child if you'd like them to be seen! Go to www.myschooldentist.com to sign them up before November 12, 2024. Big Smiles is a mobile dentist that comes to school campuses and provides dental services, these services include xrays, cleaning, sealants, and small cavity fillings. Having dental work done in a safe, comfortable environment takes away a lot of the stress children can have about dentists. Elk Hills has been a proud partner with Big Smiles for three years and they have provided many students with excellent dental care.
Each month, every student who has a 97% rate or higher, is entered into the monthly drawing. Congratulations to our attendance winner for the month of September! We are proud of you!
Don't forget!: Elk Hills School District's annual Trunk or Treat event will be held on Halloween morning: Thursday, October 31st, 2024. Set up begins at 8:30 AM, Trunk or Treat begins at 9:00 AM, and will be followed by a student vote for best trunk and a costume contest! If you'd like to have a trunk, or have general questions regarding this event, please contact Mrs. Cassandra at 661-765-7431 x 111 or camcgowan@elkhills.org, you will need to provide your own individually sealed candy, please plan to have enough for 180 children. We look forward to seeing all the awesome trunks and fun costumes! *You do not have to decorate a trunk, if you would just like to stand at your car and pass out candy, that is OK too!
Don't forget!: Elk Hills School District's annual Trunk or Treat event will be held on Halloween morning: Thursday, October 31st, 2024. Set up begins at 8:30 AM, Trunk or Treat begins at 9:00 AM, and will be followed by a student vote for best trunk and a costume contest! If you'd like to have a trunk, or have general questions regarding this event, please contact Mrs. Cassandra at 661-765-7431 x 111 or camcgowan@elkhills.org, you will need to provide your own individually sealed candy, please plan to have enough for 180 children. We look forward to seeing all the awesome trunks and fun costumes! *You do not have to decorate a trunk, if you would just like to stand at your car and pass out candy, that is OK too!
Staff Spotlight: Miss Taryn, 4th grade teacher
Hello!
My name is Taryn Esquibel-Collins (Miss Taryn to the kids). I am the 4th grade teacher this year at Elk Hills. Although it is my first official year as a teacher here, some of the kids may know me as the long-term sub for the 7th grade class last year. I was born and raised in Bakersfield and I lived in Santa Barbara for 4 years while I attended the University of California, Santa Barbara. Some of my favorite hobbies include crocheting, reading, and playing instruments (I play the flute, piano, the acoustic guitar, and the ukulele). I have a 3 year old husky/malamute mix that is very energetic and social and whom I love very much. I appreciate Elk Hills’ small community and the welcoming environment that has made me feel a part of their family. My hopes for this year are that the kids and I will grow together, learn together, and have lots of fun together. I am looking forward to seeing where this year goes, and I can’t wait to see what amazing adventures we have!
Next week is Red Ribbon Week! During the week of October 28 - November 1, we encourage our students to show their school spirit and dress up according to the flier posted! Students will be learning about the importance of living a drug free life. Stay posted about the Halloween festivities planned on October 31!
Each month, every student who has a 97% rate or higher, is entered into the monthly drawing. Congratulations to our attendance winner for the month of August! We are proud of you!
