“Be Happy. Be Brave. Be Drug Free”
Red Ribbon Week Activities
Virtually, Of Course! Make sure to have your grownup post photos to the
Mariposa Elementary School Yearbook Facebook Page!
Monday, Oct. 26th: “Plant the Promise” Celebrate Red Ribbon Week by planting red flower bulbs which bloom in the Spring and serve as a reminder of the importance and the beauty of a drug free life. Connect with nature, enjoy the outdoors and relish in the rewards of something beautiful you’ve nurtured.
Tuesday, Oct. 27th: “Mask Challenge” Join the #RedRibbonMaskChallenge by wearing a Red Ribbon-Themed Mask today. Take a photo and tag #wearemonarchs@RUSD Use the hashtag #RedRibbonMaskChallenge for a chance to win a $25 Amazon Gift Card. Winners will be announced in November
Wednesday, Oct. 28th:”United we are Drug Free!”- Students and staff wear red. Enter the 2020 National Red Ribbon Week Photo Contest. Grab your camera and show us your creativity! You could win an iPad and $1,000 for the K-12 school of your choice. Visit www.redribbon.org/contest.
Entry Period Oct. 1 - Nov. 1, 2020
Voting Period Nov. 2 - Nov. 16, 2020
Winners Announced Dec. 2, 2020
Thursday, Oct. 29th:”Family Table Time” Did you know that teens who eat dinner with their families are less likely to use drugs and alcohol? Plan a simple family meal that everyone can help prepare or just order from a local restaurant and have delivered! The important thing is to sit down, together, and enjoy each other’s company. Can’t think of anything to say? Try one of these conversation starters.
- What was the best part of your day?
- If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
- If you could be a famous person for a week, who would you be and why?
- If you could have any superpower, which would you choose?
- If you had one wish (and you can’t wish for more wishes), what would you wish for and why?
- If you could eat just one food everyday for a month and nothing else, what would it be?
- What is your biggest fear?
- What is one way you helped another person today?
- If you could trade places with your parents for a day, what would you do differently?
- If you could have one dream come true, what would it be?
Friday, Oct. 30th: “Scare Drugs Away”- wear your costume! Make sure your grownup posts to the Mariposa Facebook page…..and enjoy!
Mariposa PTA Halloween Car Rally!
Friday, Oct. 30th from 4PM to 6PM
Wear your costume, join the fun!
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ORDER YOUR MARIPOSA SPIRIT WEAR TODAY!
DEADLINE IS THIS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23RD AT MIDNIGHT.
We are excited to let you know that you can order Mariposa Spirit Wear on line and have it delivered to your home! Orders will beshipped directly to your door once complete. There are lots of fun options– we show only a few.
Go to the Pop Up Store and see them all!
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Click here for ordering information
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Dear Mariposa Monarch Parents,
This new school year is here and with it, the reality of distance learning. I know this is not how anyone ever envisioned beginning a school year, but I do want to let each and every parent know that our Mariposa staff is more than ready.
One of the first things I wanted to let you know is that our website is a great resource for information, especially during these “virtual” times. Currently, you can find the latest school newsletter, The Butterfly Facts; the latest Weekly Bulletin; forms you might need such as Chromebook opt out forms, technology policy forms and more. Please make it a habit to check the Mariposa web site often.
Daily Learning Schedule
Every grade level follows a specific format of instruction. To access your student's schedule Click Here
Attendance
As always, attendance is extremely important for all students. During this time of distance learning it is even more vital that students are ready for school and be an active participant in the digital learning environment on a daily basis. Attendance will be taken DAILY. IF your child is absent from school any day please communicate with the Mariposa office to let us know.
Thank you,
Mr. Hackney
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Founded in 1965, Mariposa Elementary strives to provide all students with a strong educational foundation that is rooted in strong academic practices and longtime traditions.
Awards and Recognitions
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California Distinguished School (2012)
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National Parent Group of the Year – PTO Today Magazine (September 2013)
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Previously recognized by the California Business for Education Excellence as a Honor Roll School and a Scholar School
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Past grant recipient from the San Manuel Mission Band of Indians
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Past California School Boards Golden Bell Award recipient for our School Gardens
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“A” Grade and ranking of #2 for Best Public Schools in San Bernardino County and Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Bernardino County (Niche.com 2017)
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School Vision and Mission
Mariposa Elementary School's staff, with excellent support and involvement of our parents and community, is committed to emphasizing academic and social achievement at the highest levels of excellence and to meeting the unique needs of all students with standards-based academics along with visual and performing-arts oriented programs.
Though it is a rigorous academic environment, there is a profound sense of student happiness on the campus. The children are animated in their play, and engaged in their lessons. Mariposa is an educational environment supported by caring adults and a belief system that supports both the academic growth and the emotional needs of all children. Students are guided by our long tradition of the Five Keys to Success; responsibility, organization, flexible thinking, pride, and contribution. These essential elements of knowledge and character provide a basis for sound educational practices and also serve as character education. The collective result is a responsible and capable student body, preparing for a global society. Branching out, the Visual and Performing Arts (music, art and movement) are integrated into the daily curriculum. The day begins with music from the Composer of the Month over the outdoor speakers. Students perform in weekly Flag Ceremony assemblies, the school chorus, band, and classroom plays. Hands-on experience and discovery can be seen in our gardens. We work on physical strength through our twice weekly Running Club. Mariposa is a safe nurturing environment where all students can find variety of opportunities for learning, building confidence, and developing responsibility.
