Learn to be an effective advocate for our kids

You’re invited to attend a
K-12 ADVOCACY TRAINING WORKSHOP

Presented by the Arizona School Boards Association

Want to be an effective advocate for your district and public school students while working with others who share your passion and commitment? NOW IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY!

Wednesday, November 4, 2009, 6:30 p.m.
West Sedona School Multipurpose Room
570 Posse Grounds Road, Sedona, AZ

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
In this fast-paced, interactive workshop led by the advocacy staff of the Arizona School Boards Association, you’ll acquire the information, skills and techniques needed to effectively engage your legislators on K-12 issues important to your  community, including K-12 funding. You’ll also learn how to build a community coalition to support education.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Parents, students, teachers, community leaders, city and town government officials, school board members, school administrators, district and school employees and anyone who wants to lift their voice for public schools.

MORE INFORMATION
Contact Karen McClelland, klm@sedona.net

Big Park’s Spectacular Spaghetti Dinner

Join friends and family at Big Park’s

“Spectacular Spaghetti Dinner”

Tuesday,October 20 5:30-7:00 Big Park Comm School Gym
$5.00 Children $6.00 Adults $20.00 Family of 5

*Student Council Bake Sale
*Taste of Italy Raffle
*Scholastic Book Fair

*60% of every purchase directly supports our school library collection

Sponsored by BP Comm School PTSA and Hilton Sedona Spa & Resort. For more information call 928-301-2814

Family Fun Day at Big Park

Family Fun Day!

Sunday, September 13th 1-4 p.m.

Big Park Community School’s PTSA

Fun and Games For All Ages:  The Ultimate Survivor, Water Slide, Wild Rapids, Bungee Run, Trampoline, Climbing Wall, Dunk Tank, Wacky World (for Toddlers), Music And Food

Cost: $8/person, $25/family of four, PTSA Members receive $5 in food tokens!

It’s Time For School Pictures

Lifetouch Portrait Day Preparation Tips

Picture Days Scheduled:

Sedona Red Rock High School
Senior Portraits: Thursday Aug 27, 2009
All Other Portraits: Friday Aug 28, 2009
Retakes: Friday Oct 2, 2009

West Sedona School
Friday Aug 28, 2009
Retakes: Tuesday Oct 6, 2009

Big Park Community School
TO BE ANNOUNCED
Retakes: Wednesday Nov 4, 2009

Note From the Nurse – Swine Flu

Dear Parents/Guardians of Sedona Oak Creek School District:

Recently, the Arizona State Department of Health released information  regarding the recent outbreak of Swine Flu in several foreign countries and in many states here in the US.  We want to share the following information with you from the Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).

What is Swine Flu? Influenza A Virus. This virus causes illness in both humans and many animals. Some Influenza A are adapted to pigs and cause respiratory illness in them, and so have been called “Swine Flu”.  The Swine Influenza Virus now being investigated is different from the virus causing illness in pigs and is not being transmitted from pigs to humans. This new “Swine Flu” appears to be transmitted person to person.

Symptoms: Symptoms for this new type of Swine Flu are similar to the symptoms of regular human influenza that happens every year. Those include: Fever, Sore Throat, and Cough. In addition, fatigue, lack of appetite, runny nose, nausea,vomiting, and diarrhea.have been reported.

What can we do to avoid getting sick? Infection occurs when the virus gets into the airways and lungs. However, it isn’t known how easily the virus spreads. As with any infectious disease that is spread through the human respiratory system, health officials recommend the following precautions: Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze- throw the tissue in the trash after you use it; Wash your hands with soap and water frequently- especially after you cough or sneeze; (Alcohol based hand cleaners are also effective); Try to avoid contact with sick people; If you get sick, stay home and limit contact with others to keep from infecting them; Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.  There are several websites where additional information can be found: Centers for Disease Control (www.cdc.gov) or 1-800-CDC-INFO, World Health Organization, Arizona Dept Of Health Services (www.azdhs.gov/flu/h1n1/index.htm)

We will continue to be in regular contact with the Yavapai County Health Department and to comply with any requests regarding precautionary sanitation procedures and/or other guidelines as they are issued.

Sedona Oak Creek Schools staff will be working with students to make sure that students are frequently washing their hands and that the surfaces that students are in contact with are frequently cleaned.

Please remind your child about the importance of washing their hands, covering their mouth when coughing or sneezing, and letting adults know if they do not feel well. Early detection is always important.

We are under the direction of the Yavapai County Health Department in enacting plans that were put in place a few years ago in dealing with pandemic disease situations. We will continue to keep you updated.

Call your health care provider if your child gets sick and showing signs of flu-like symptoms. Inform the school of your child’s illness. IF YOUR CHILD DEVELOPS FLU-LIKE SYMPTOMS, DO KEEP THEM HOME.  THEY NEED TO BE SYMPTOM FREE AND FEVER FREE 24 HRS BEFORE RETURNING TO SCHOOL.

The health and wellbeing of students is a priority.
Let’s work together to make this a healthy school year.

Sincerely,
Goldie Wolin R.N.
School Nurse
Sedona Red Rock High (204-67621)
Big Park Community School (204-6519)
West Sedona Community School (204-6605) or any of our school administrators.

Important Notice for K-8 Registration

Because the West Sedona and Big Park campuses are closed this summer due to construction, all new registrations for the 2009-2010 school year must wait until campuses are open.  Please note campus opening dates for each school below.

Big Park Community School opens July 29.

West Sedona School opens August 3.

Big Park Flips Switch On Solar System

Big Park students Annie Parella and Sophia Perry cut the ribbon at Big Park Community School’s solar dedication ceremony.  Looking on are Principal Steve Gardner, Bob Georgeoff of APS Energy Services, Governing Board member Carolyn Huggins, Superintendent Mike Aylstock, Governing Board president Bobbie Surber, Governing Board member John Wesnitzer, and Tony Tewelis of APS Renewable Energy Department.

Sedona Red Rock News:  VOC school goes solar

Big Park Solar Dedication Ceremony

There will be a dedication and ribbon cutting ceremony for the Big Park Community School 100 kW Solar Photovoltaic Installation on May 20, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. This project is believed to be the largest solar installation on a public school in the State of Arizona.  The location will be the Big Park Community School Front Lawn at 25 W Saddlehorn Road.  Parking is limited, so please consider carpooling.

Among the speakers at the event will be Superintendent Mike Aylstock, Big Park Principal Steve Gardner, Governing Board President Bobbie Surber, and Bob Georgeoff of APS Energy Services.  For more information, contact Dave Young at dave.young@sedona.k12.az.us.

Employees of the Month, April 09

Tana Williams
Certified Employee of the Month, April 2009

Tana has been working in Sedona schools for thirty years.  She started as a teacher at West Sedona School, then became a librarian there.  She has been the librarian at Big Park Community School since the school was founded in 1994.  She loves her job, loves the kids she works with, loves books and loves working with technology.

Richard Hutengs
Classified Employee of the Month, April 2009

“Mr. Richard” has been with Big Park Community School for 15 years, starting as a Special Education Aide, then becoming a custodian.  He is dearly loved by staff and students and is known for getting the job done as soon as it’s needed.

Black & White Ball set for March 7 at Big Park

Join us on Saturday, March 7th at the Hilton Resort & Spa as the Black & White Ball Celebrates “Change is in the Air“ in the TeQua Ballroom. Proceeds from this year’s ball supports the purchasing of student desks, teacher desks, filing cabinets, and other necessities to fill Big Park Community School’s four new classroom additions.  Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, a 50/50 raffle, dancing and much more!

Tickets are $50 per person. 50/50 Raffle tickets are $5 per ticket or 5 tickets for $20. The winner will be drawn the night of the ball.

Tickets for the ball will go on sale in February 2009 and will be on sale at Webers IGA and Big Park Community School.

50/50 Raffle tickets are available now at Webers IGA, Ace Hardware, and Big Park Community School.

This event will sell out quickly so buy your tickets early!

Can’t attend?

Please consider purchasing a ticket for a teacher or donating the ticket price to the event as a cash donation!

The Black & White Ball is the Big Park Community School PTSA’s only annual fundraiser.  100% of the money raised goes directly to educational and enrichment programs at Big Park Community School.  Big Park PTSA is a 501(c) non-profit organization.  All contributions are tax deductible.

For more information, call Christine Alagna at 300-5119 or Kim Hollenback ta 301-0209.

Black & White Ball Website