Bulletin Board (McKinley Elementary School)

Photo Enforcement

Dear Parents:

The San Gabriel Police Department cares about your safety. It is our goal to minimize the danger to our children when arriving and departing from school. One child injured because of a traffic collision, is one too many. Working together will help us accomplish our goal.

At least twice daily, several hundred automobiles converge on schools in our city to deliver and pick up students. Severe traffic congestion from illegally stopped vehicles and other violations place our children in an unsafe environment.

Most of our schools have a designated "Loading Zone" area. This area is intended to allow you to pull over and let your child safely exit and enter your vehicle. This area does not allow for you to wait in your vehicle. If your child is not ready to be picked up, you must park in an area that is safe and not restricted.

The San Gabriel Police Department will begin using a still camera to photograph vehicular violations as they occur. Citations will be issued and mailed to the registered owner of the vehicle. Increased compliance with these types of traffic laws will significantly improve the safety of students.

Here are a few things to remember:

1. Do not double park.

2. Do not stop in the red or no parking zones.

3. Do not be part of the problem.

4. Do drive safely.

5. Do use crosswalks where available.

6. Do be part of the SOLUTION!

Please Be Safe

SAN GABRIEL POLICE DEPARTMENT - Traffic Bureau - (626)308-2860

Keep Our Schools Healthy!

Healthy School Celebration

Dear San Gabriel Unified Elementary Families,

From birthday parties to holiday festivities, there are many celebrations in elementary schools. Traditionally, these parties include a variety of treats. Offering so many treats can contribute to unhealthy eating habits. In order to shift the focus of school parties from unhealthy food to healthy fun, a new district wellness policy will be implemented at all schools in San Gabriel this year. The following changes will apply to schools:

· Only three parties with food and caloric beverages will be allowed per year per classroom. Parties with food must be after the lunch period. Parties without food are unlimited. Food used for instructional purposes (e.g. Harvest of the Month or other lessons) is not limited.

· Each teacher will determine when each of the three parties will be celebrated. While there are no guidelines for the food that is served at these parties, healthy food is encouraged. To reduce food poisoning and allergen risks, it is recommended to avoid foods and beverages prepared at home for classroom parties.

· Student birthdays will continue to be celebrated without food in the classroom. Each teacher will discuss how they will recognize student birthdays (special crown, free choice time, etc.) at parent information night. We will no longer be able to accept any food brought in for individual birthdays.

· All schools will strictly follow the USDA Smart Snacks and California Department of Education guidelines for food sales. These guidelines are available from your school principal or your school’s parent organization. Foods sold on campus (other than the school meals program) from midnight until 30 minutes after the end of the school day must follow Smart Snacks guidelines and be approved by the principal and the district Director of Food Services.

We are excited to provide all students with a healthy learning environment. Please talk to your school principal if you have any questions or need further information.

Best Regards,

William Wong – Coolidge Elementary Jim Symonds – McKinley Elementary School

Cheryl Wilson – Roosevelt Elementary School Ross Perry – Washington Elementary School

Jeannine McGuigan – Wilson Elementary School

Be Safe and Courteous

A REMINDER TO OUR MCKINLEY FAMILIES

The best way to show our family that we care is come home safe everyday. Below are some tips on how to keep the parking lot safe for you and your student:

1. Keeping traffic lanes clear.

2. Keeping the driveways of the residents clear.

3. Dropping your child off at the drop-off driveway.

4. Respecting the handicapped parking.

5. Obeying the traffic signs.

6. Using the crosswalk when crossing the street.

7. Remaining in your car during drop-off and pick-up times.

8. Being courteous to other parents and staff.

9. Pulling your car forward when there is a gap in order to allow the line to move forward.

10.Resisting the urge to cut into line.

11.Avoiding 3-point and U-turns.

REMEMBER –

OUR CHILDREN ARE WATCHING

AND LEARNING FROM OUR BEHAVIOR