Dear Parents and Guardians:

There is something very special about the Holidays. The spirit of joy and sharing

come to the forefront during this season, and the one.program and staff would like

to send our best wishes to you and your family for a healthy, happy, and safe

holiday season.

As the year draws to an end, we often reflect on the events and experiences of

the past twelve months. For many in San Joaquin County, this has been a very

difficult year, with high unemployment and too much violence in the streets. The

Holidays and New Year give us the opportunity to look forward, to make new

resolutions and approach the future with optimism.

Our children bring us a special joy during this season, as we share meals with

friends and relatives, share gifts with our loved ones, and share time together as a

family. The gifts we give our children provide momentary pleasures that fade in

the distance and are insignificant compared to the time and love we give each and

every day throughout the year. That is the foundation we build in shaping the kind

of adults our children will become. Let our children’s joy, excitement, and sense

of wonder inspire us to keep the spirit of the season with our family throughout

the year. Cherish the moments of joy with your children, family, and friends.

These are the experiences that give richness and meaning to our lives and are to

be treasured and fondly remembered in years to come!

Have a Happy Holiday Season and a Joyous New Year!

Sincerely,

James Mousalimas

Message from the Assistant Superintendent

January-May

2013

PI Letter –English 2-3

PI Letter– Español 4-5

Application for SES 6

Solicitud de Servicios para 7

Student Artwork 8

Important Dates 9

Parent Involvement 10

Coolness Quotient 11

CAHSEE Testing Dates 11

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

Newsletter

San Joaquin County Office of Education– County Operated Schools & Programs

Visit our website at:

http://www.sjcoe.org/ alternativeed/

For more program information such as program calendars,

senior information and student handbooks.

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one.® to one wants to hear from you! If you would like to submit an article, drawing, or comic strip for our

next edition of one.® to one, submit your draft to your teacher. We look forward to hearing from you!

CALLING all one. STUDENTS!!!

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Special thanks to Ricardo C. from

one.Charter-AVPA–Bianchi

Special thanks to Eriberto O. from

one.Charter-AVPA–Bianchi

Special thanks to Winston W. from

one.Success

Special thanks to Maynard Q. from

one.Success

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2012-2013 CAHSEE Testing

Dates

English

Language Arts

Mathematics

Who Tests!

February 5, 2013 February 6, 2013 10th, 11th & 12th

Grades

March 12, 2013 March 13, 2013 12th Grades Only

May 14, 2013 May 15, 2013 10th & 12th

Grades

For your refrigerator

Frequently Used Phone Numbers:

General information: 209-468-4847

Report absences: 209-468-9055

Enrollment verification: 209-468-4884

Work Permits: 209-468-4847

Transcripts: 209-468-4884

Para ayuda en español: 209-468-4847

Attention Class of 2013

Need money for college?

Apply for a one.Foundation Scholarship!

Dates to remember!

January 18th Museum Trip

21st Holiday- No School

22nd –25th

Parent Teacher

Conferences

February 5th & 6th CAHSEE Testing

10th & 11th & 12th Grades

8th Leadership Quest

11th Holiday- No School

18th Holiday- No School

26th & 27th Program Wide Assessments

March 12th & 13th CAHSEE Testing

12th Grades

22nd Bike Quest—Sacramento

25th-28th

Parent Teacher

Conferences

29th - April 5th Spring Break -No School

12th Wet & Wild Quest

22nd - 26th STAR Testing & Senior

Week

26th Junior/Senior Prom

May 14th & 15th CAHSEE Testing

12th Grades & 10th

(makeup)

17th Graduation Rehearsal

18th Graduation

23rd & 24th Grad Night

23rd Last Day of School

Go to: WWW.SJCOE.ORG/ALTERNATIVEED to download a

scholarship application.

Submit scholarship application and the following documents to Dan Randrup or Frances Palmer

by April 19, 2013

Autobiography

Essay on your interpretation of the Concept of one.

Letter of recommendation from teacher, counselor or

administrator

Transcript

Only students graduating before May 19, 2013 may

apply.

For questions or concerns please contact Frances Palmer,

at 209-468-4809

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one. PARENT INVOLVEMENT

Are you interested in getting involved in your child’s school??

Attention parents!

School Site Council

The next School Site Council Meeting will take place

on March 6 at 4:00 p.m. at 2707 Transworld Drive.

This is a great opportunity to show support for your

child and get any questions you might have

answered. Students are welcome and encouraged to

attend. We will have child-care and snacks will be

provided. For questions or concerns, please contact

Deanna Moreno at 468-9265.

¡Atención Padres!

Junta de Consejo Escolar

El sitio siguiente Reunión del Consejo Escolar se llevará

a cabo el 6 de marzo a las 4:00 pm en 2707 Transworld

Drive. Esta es una gran oportunidad para mostrar su

apoyo a su hijo. Los estudiantes son bienvenidos y les

encomiamos asistir, tendremos cuidado de niños y

bocadillos. Si tiene preguntas o preocupaciones, por

favor póngase en contacto con

Deanna Moreno al 468-9265.

The one. program is looking for parents to be involved in our program to help enrich your student’s educational experience. Studies show parent involvement in their student’s school increases student achievement.

Here are a few ways you can get involved:

Student

Accident Insurance

Parent / Teacher Conferences Conferencias Padres / Maestros

Parent/Teacher conferences are held at your student’s school site. We encourage all parents to attend. It is very important to meet your student’s teacher and communicate any concerns you may

have regarding your students education. We always looking to hear from parents of how to better help

your student!

Dates: January 22nd-25th

Dates: March 25th-28th

Padres / Maestros conferencias se llevan a cabo en la escuela de su estudiante. Animamos a todos los padres a asistir. Es muy importante conocer al

maestro de su hijo y comunicar cualquier preocupación que pueda tener acerca de su

educación de los estudiantes. Estamos siempre en busca de escuchar a los padres de cómo ayudar

major a su hijo!

Dates: January 22nd-25th

Dates: March 25th-28th

The San Joaquin County Office of Education now offers student accident insurance for all students

involved in accidents/injuries occurring while school is in session or while participating in school

sponsored activities (up to $25,000 in coverage, no deductible). If the student has health insurance, that insurance will be primary and the SJCOE accident

insurance will be excess or secondary.

For more questions or concerns please

contact the student Services Department at

209-468-4847.

Student

Accident Insurance El San Joaquin County Office of Education ahora ofrece seguro contra accidentes para todos los estudiantes involucrados en accidentes / lesiones que ocurren mientras la escuela está en

sesión o durante su participación en actividades extracurriculares patrocinadas (hasta $ 25,000 en cobertura,

sin deducible). Si el estudiante tiene seguro de salud, seguro de que será el principal y el seguro de accidentes SJCOE será

superior o secundaria.

Para más preguntas o preocupaciones, por favor comuníquese con el Departamento de Servicios

Estudiantiles al (209) 468-4847.

one. to one Coolness Quotient Behind the scenes of our extraordinary teachers in the one.Program

1. How long have you been teaching in the one.Program? I have been teaching for 13 years.

2. Tell us something about your role in the one.Program? I believe that SJCOE is the most forward-thinking district in the area. We are given so many opportunities to explore and share with our students. Personally I am able to use my creative arts background and Master of Arts Degree in Reading all in the course of a normal day at Field Of Dreams. I love working with the younger students who are still so impressionable. I have the opportunity every day to help send them down the right path, and ensure their future. 3. What makes your school site and classroom exceptional? The wonderful people that I work with and collaborate with; from parents/guardians to counselors, therapists, and other outside agencies to fellow teachers and staff! We are always reflecting on our progress and that helps our site to continue to evolve and move forward in a positive direction. GO FOD!! 4. What are some of your hobbies or things you like to do outside the classroom? Hanging out with family and friends, traveling to far away places, skiing, running, healthy eating, reading, and writing. ROOTING FOR THE GIANTS!

Ms. Carrie Sills, Instructor at one.Field Of Dreams (FOD)

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1. How long have you been teaching in the one.Program? I have been a teacher at TLC since 1993. 2. Tell us something about your role in the one.Program? I have students from 3rd grade to 6th grade. My students are homeless. Our vans pick them up from shelters, motels, parks or homes if they are doubled up with other people. Because of their situation our community supporters give each student a backpack, shoes, socks, underwear and a hygiene pack. I love when a student has an “aha” moment or a “light blub” moment. 3. What makes your school site and classroom exceptional? TLC site is an exceptional site. We are so fortunate to be able to collaborate with Stockton Unified, Cal State Stanislaus & the one. Program . Our community is extremely supportive of our program. 4. What are some of your hobbies or things you like to do outside the classroom? Outside the classroom I love to birdwatch, hiking, kayaking, and graphic design.

Behind the scenes of our extraordinary teachers in the one.Program

Ms. Gail Jones, Instructor at one.TLC (Transitional Learning Center)

Ms. Carrie Sills, Instructor at one.Field Of Dreams

P.O. Box 213030

Stockton, CA 95213-9030

Assistant Superintendent

James Mousalimas

Division Director Janine Cuaresma

Administration Ed Babakhan Lonnie Cox

Corleen Estes Wendy Frink Elsa Gonzales

Sheilah Goulart Julie Jansen

Chris Kleinert Doug McCreath

Nicholas Mueller Deb Nickols

Stephanie Omste

Gabriel Perez Dan Randrup Doug Silva

Brandy Thurman Mark Yost

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Art or Music…

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on Douglas & Bianchi in Stockton. All students are welcome to apply for

one.Charter. For more information, please call 209-468-9079.

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