
Are you still wondering what this iReady assessment is all about? Starting this week, students will begin taking the iReady Reading and Math Diagnostic assessments. Visit our website to watch a short video from Mrs. Primrose and to view resources for students and families.
https://www.krystalschool.org/article/382033?org=krystal-school

Sibling enrollment is here!
As a courtesy, since Krystal is a Parent Choice school, priority enrollment is given to our current families to enroll their incoming Transitional Kindergarteners (TK) and/or Kindergarteners for the upcoming school year, before Open Enrollment begins for the general public.
Please visit our website for details on how to start the sibling enrollment process. We need to hear from you by February 19, 2021.
https://www.krystalschool.org/o/krystal-school/page/sibling-enrollment

Tomorrow (Wednesday) is library day!
Mrs. Corona can't wait to see you! Check out the "Krystal Library" section of our Distance Learning Hub for a how to video and instructions.
https://sites.google.com/hesperiausd.org/distance-learning-hub/home

Tomorrow (Wednesday) is library day!
Check out the "Krystal Library" section of our Distance Learning Hub for a how to video and instructions. We look forward to seeing you tomorrow!
https://sites.google.com/hesperiausd.org/distance-learning-hub/home

Good Afternoon Krystal Families!
A quick reminder that there will be no student cohorts on campus until further notice. Teachers will reach out to invite cohorts back on campus when we are able to offer some in-person learning again.

Friday December 18th stories:
Mrs. Primrose: https://youtu.be/VkLZxKZN44A
Mrs. Hallett, 3rd grade: https://youtu.be/2XWGwbIB4ko
Mrs. Ross, K: https://youtu.be/_RL28tNVmDw

More holiday stories:
Mrs. Ross, K: https://youtu.be/CmWEQOTV58I
2nd grade team: https://youtu.be/qNsE7sGG-Wo
Mrs. Noland, 6th grade: https://youtu.be/bmsC7zg6-6g
Mr. Ruiz, 5th grade: https://youtu.be/VkLZxKZN44A

Mr. Ingram and his music students have put together a Digital Winter Concert! Check out the video to see some of our Krystal Comets shine!
https://youtu.be/-Z5tJj_Px38

Krystal's Holiday Spirit Week!
Here are today's stories read by staff:
3rd grade team story: https://youtu.be/Ig-HEXClrH0
Ms. Corona, librarian: https://youtu.be/Q5-thzLsE6k
Mrs. Boatwright, 4th grade: https://youtu.be/MNAUGZ99FHI
Mr. Gates, 6th grade: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CJiTHDdyGXxP63TsUQ1b0pfXBl79f0FL/view?usp=sharing

Click the Zoom link here to join our DELAC meeting starting at 2:00 PM: https://hesperiausd-org.zoom.us/j/83360171263

Kicking off our staff holiday reading week with Kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Schmidt (AKA Polly). We hope you enjoy!
https://youtu.be/1_nouD7S0i4

#DYK hand sanitizers are not as effective when hands are visibly dirty or greasy? If your hands are visibly dirty or greasy, ALWAYS wash your hands with soap and water.
https://go.usa.gov/xV9TP

Join us for Krystal's ELAC meeting Thursday, December 17 at 12:30 pm via Zoom to discuss, What Is Bullying? We hope to see you there.
Agenda: https://ggle.io/3grZ
Acompáñenos a nuestra próxima reunión de ELAC via Zoom el jueves 17 de diciembre a las 12:30 pm para discutir, ¿qué es el bullying? Esperamos verlos ahí.
https://ggle.io/3grZ

Picture Day Reminder!
Visit our website for more information about Krystal's drive thru picture days on December 10th and 11th. If possible, avoid Thursday, 9:45-11:15 as this is a very busy time in our drive thru lane. Just a reminder that families should remain in their cars at all times, students will be invited to exit their car by a proctor and masks need to be worn at all times.
https://www.krystalschool.org/article/358779?org=krystal-school

Tomorrow (Wednesday) is library day! Check out the "Krystal Library" section of our Distance Learning Hub for a how to video and instructions. We look forward to seeing you tomorrow! https://sites.google.com/hesperiausd.org/distance-learning-hub/home

Use hand sanitizer the right way. Read the label to apply the correct amount and rub into all hand surfaces until hands are dry.
https://go.usa.gov/xVQu9

No soap and water to wash hands? Use a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol in it.
https://go.usa.gov/xVQu9

Weekly HUSD COVID Update 12/2/20:
COVID Data:
Most up to date San Bernardino County COVID data is as follows:
Adjusted new cases per 100,000 residents: 32.36*
Overall testing positivity: 13.98%
HPI testing positivity aka "Health Equity Metric": 17.3%
*Note: Most recent data as of 11/23/20
Source: San Bernardino County Department of Public Health
Current San Bernardino County tier assignment:
23.0 adjusted new cases per 100,000**
11.3% overall positivity**
Tier = Purple
**Note: 7-day average of the week ending on 11/25/20.
Source: Ca Safer Economy
Needed for next tier (Red) assignment:
2 consecutive week averages of 7 or fewer adjusted new San Bernardino County cases per 100,000 residents, 8% or lower overall positivity rate AND 8% or lower Ca Health Equity Metric positivity. Source: Ca Safer Economy
Free COVID Testing:
Community COVID-19 testing sites are being held throughout San Bernardino County. Samples will be collected using a swab in the nostril or in the mouth. These samples are then sent to a lab to test for the virus that causes COVID-19 (SARS‑CoV‑2 virus). There are 3 commonly used testing options:
Option #1: San Bernardino County Public Health Testing Facilities:
Click the link to make a free testing appointment: https://sb.fulgentgenetics.com/appointment/screen/landing
You can easily make an appointment on your computer or phone!
Walk-ins are sometimes welcome (depending on how busy they are)!
You do NOT need to have symptoms to test!
You get texted/emailed the results in under 48 hours!
Nearby locations: (Note: Click the link for exhaustive San Bernardino County list) https://sbcovid19.com/testing-sites/
Percy Bakker Center
9333 E Ave., Hesperia
Monday – Friday from 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Victor Valley College
71 Mojave Fish Hatchery Rd., Victorville
Monday – Friday from 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Every Saturday through November 21 from 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Option #2: CVS Testing Facilities:
You can easily make an appointment on your computer or phone!
No walk-ins!
Generally, you MUST have symptoms to test!
Click the link to schedule a CVS test: https://www.cvs.com/minuteclinic/covid-19-testing?icid=cvs-home-hero1-banner2-coronavirus-testing
Option #3: Consult your doctor for other testing options.
Flu Vaccine:
The California Department of Public Health strongly recommends that all students and staff be immunized each autumn against influenza, to help:
Protect the school community
Reduce demands on health care facilities
Decrease illnesses that cannot be readily distinguished from COVID19 and would therefore trigger extensive measures from the school and public health authorities.
Click the link for information on free flu vaccines in San Bernardino County: https://wp.sbcounty.gov/dph/flu/fluclinics/

When should you use hand sanitizer? Read the science behind CDC’s recommendations.
https://go.usa.gov/xVQuG

Hello Krystal Families:
The Scholastic Book Fair is back! While the Fair will be exclusively held online this year, we still plan on making it a fun experience for our kids. Features include:
-Krystal School’s own online store, with a large selection of titles, at the right price points
-A Virtual Fair so you and your kids can experience the magic of the school shopping experience. Browse titles by grade, meet popular authors, and discover the comfort and joy of our Book Fair
-Every dollar you spend will benefit our school directly (25% back in rewards!)
Fair Dates: 11/30/20 – 12/13/20
Online Store: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/krystalsciencemathtech
We can’t wait to “see” you at the Fair!

How should you wash your hands? Read the science behind CDC’s recommendations.
https://go.usa.gov/xVQudexternal icon

Why wash your hands? Read the science behind CDC’s recommendations.
https://go.usa.gov/xVQup

Resources from our Desert Mountain SELPA
Click the link below for Parents Plugged In, which contains information about upcoming events and resources for our families.
https://mailchi.mp/1e54fa0a10c0/7g5c54ytij-1362512

Before eating food at home or in public spaces, wash your hands with soap and water. It only takes 20 seconds and removes the germs from surfaces or objects you’ve touched https://go.usa.gov/xV9TPexternal icon #KeepHandsClean

Weekly HUSD COVID Update 11/18/20:
COVID Data:
Most up to date San Bernardino County COVID data is as follows:
Adjusted new cases per 100,000 residents:
24.41*
Overall testing positivity:
10.41%*
HPI testing positivity aka "Health Equity Metric":
12.62% *
*Note: Most recent data as of 11/9/20
Source: San Bernardino County Department of Public Health
Current San Bernardino County tier assignment:
27.0 adjusted new cases per 100,000**
10.5% Overall positivity**
9.3% Health equity metric positivity**
Tier = Purple
**Note: 7-day average of the week ending on 11/10/20.
Source: Ca Safer Economy
Needed for next tier (Red) assignment:
2 consecutive week averages of 7 or fewer adjusted new San Bernardino County cases per 100,000 residents, 8% or lower overall positivity rate AND 8% or lower Ca Health Equity Metric positivity. Source: Ca Safer Economy
Free COVID Testing:
Community COVID-19 testing sites are being held throughout San Bernardino County. Samples will be collected using a swab in the nostril or in the mouth. These samples are then sent to a lab to test for the virus that causes COVID-19 (SARS‑CoV‑2 virus). There are 3 commonly used testing options:
Option #1: San Bernardino County Public Health Testing Facilities:
Click the link to make a free testing appointment: https://sb.fulgentgenetics.com/appointment/screen/landing
You can easily make an appointment on your computer or phone!
Walk-ins are also welcome!
You do NOT need to have symptoms to test!
You get texted/emailed the results in under 48 hours!
Nearby locations: (Note: Click Here for exhaustive San Bernardino County list)
Percy Bakker Center
9333 E Ave., Hesperia
Monday – Friday from 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Victor Valley College
71 Mojave Fish Hatchery Rd., Victorville
Monday – Friday from 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Every Saturday through November 21 from 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Option #2: CVS Testing Facilities:
You can easily make an appointment on your computer or phone!
No walk-ins!
Generally, you MUST have symptoms to test!
Click the link to schedule a CVS test: https://www.cvs.com/minuteclinic/covid-19-testing?icid=cvs-home-hero1-banner2-coronavirus-testing
Option #3: Consult your doctor for other testing options.
Flu Vaccine:
The California Department of Public Health strongly recommends that all students and staff be immunized each autumn against influenza, to help:
Protect the school community
Reduce demands on health care facilities
Decrease illnesses that cannot be readily distinguished from COVID19 and would therefore trigger extensive measures from the school and public health authorities.
Click the link for information on free flu vaccines in San Bernardino County: https://wp.sbcounty.gov/dph/flu/fluclinics/
If you have any other questions please contact your child's school.

Good afternoon Krystal Families,
You should have just received a call from our Superintendent, Dave Olney regarding Elementary School Hybrid. Unfortunately, due to the rising number of COVID cases in our local area, the decision has been made to postpone the beginning of our hybrid model of instruction until January. This means that we will continue to stay in distance learning at this time. If you signed your student up for hybrid, we will keep that information on file. We will provide you with your child's group (A or B) the week of November 30th. This will indicate the group students are placed in for the January reopening. Thank you for your patience and support as we work through the challenges associated with this pandemic together.

Last call for KRYSTAL SPIRIT WEAR and FALL FUNDRAISER!
This is the last week to pre-order spirit wear! We have shirts, sweatshirts, beanies, and bows. Please click the link if you would like to make a purchase.
https://my.cheddarup.com/c/krystalcomets
Fall Fundraiser runs until November 23rd. Everything is online, making it even easier to send the link to family and friends. Every order will receive FREE delivery directly to their home.
ezpay.pacificfundraisers.com
Group ID: KRYSTAL

Hi Krystal Families! Here is Mrs. Garibay with a short presentation on what hybrid learning will look like in the classroom, including safety protocols. We've included the presentation link and just the slideshow itself if you would rather view it on your own.
Presentation link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Qo5vnRj0tzU8NCmzVlHnUbW3AxLNbYJD/view?usp=sharing
Presentation view only: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1RyCEt6ZUzggXWWyNsdJMpyf5fSVa-_6pqtAB7k28684/edit?usp=sharing

Important Reminder!
The hybrid registration form needs to be filled out as soon as possible. Families that do not fill out the form this week will be put in the distance learning - C Group. Please read the form carefully before filling it out as it contains important information.
Please complete ONE registration form for EACH elementary student: https://forms.gle/NyU5qfstTYi25Pt76

Good afternoon, Krystal families! As you may have heard, our elementary waiver has been approved and we are ready to officially begin preparing for hybrid learning. At the end of this text, you will find a link to the Registration Form, which must be completed for all elementary students as soon as possible. Please read the form carefully before filling it out as it contains important information.
Please complete ONE registration form for EACH elementary student:
https://forms.gle/NyU5qfstTYi25Pt76

Hello Krystal families. Our Fall Fundraiser begins today and runs until November 23rd. Everything will be online this year, making it even easier to send the link to family and friends. Every order will receive FREE delivery directly to their home.
ezpay.pacificfundraisers.com
Group ID:KRYSTAL

Good afternoon, Krystal families! As you may have heard, HUSD has been approved for an elementary waiver, which means we have the opportunity to bring students back on campus in a hybrid model. Please complete the survey below as soon as possible to let us know whether or not your child will be participating in the hybrid model so that we can make site plans accordingly. A paper copy of the survey is available upon request.
Please complete by no later than Thursday, October 29th. Thank you!
https://forms.gle/9uBRDwfBg3sWH5en8

Tomorrow (Wednesday) is library day!
Check out the "Krystal Library" section of our Distance Learning Hub for a how to video and instructions. We look forward to seeing you tomorrow! https://sites.google.com/hesperiausd.org/distance-learning-hub/home

Krystal School - Red Ribbon Week
October 26th - 30th
Join us for virtual spirit days all week as we celebrate being DRUG FREE! Don't forget to tag us on social media! #WeAreKrystal
Monday: Proud to be drug free!
Wear red to help kickoff Red Ribbon Week!
Tuesday: Peace out to drugs!
Wear peace signs and/or tie dye.
Wednesday: Team up against drugs!
Wear your favorite sports shirt or jersey.
Thursday: Lei off drugs!
Wear a lei and/or Hawaiian clothes.
Friday: Our school chooses to be drug free!
Wear your school shirt or school colors.

Don't forget...tomorrow (Wednesday) is library day!
*NEW* this week: everyone has been doing such a great job taking care of their library books, students can now place THREE books on hold!! Also, if you need to renew your books after two weeks, send Ms. Corona an email and she'll take care of it for you (edna.corona@hesperiausd.org).
Check out the "Krystal Library" section of our Distance Learning Hub for a how to video and instructions. We look forward to seeing you tomorrow! https://sites.google.com/hesperiausd.org/distance-learning-hub/home

Today is the last day to order Krystal Spirit Wear! Make sure you don't miss the chance to get the 2020 special edition shirt!
Place your order here: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/krystalcomets

Don't forget...tomorrow (Wednesday) is library day! Check out the "Krystal Library" section of our Distance Learning Hub for a how to video and instructions. We look forward to seeing you tomorrow!
https://sites.google.com/hesperiausd.org/distance-learning-hub/home

Join us for a virtual District English Learners Advisory Committee meeting on September 28th at 2:00pm. View the agenda for the Zoom link and items to be discussed.
DELAC Agenda:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AuzM3MwjVN6YknQSGAaJpxkP_ny-ztx9/view?usp=sharing

Check out our special edition Spirit Wear! Pre-order by October 2nd!
https://my.cheddarup.com/c/krystalcomets

Reminder!
Join us for a virtual ELAC meeting on Tuesday, September 29th at 12:30pm.
Zoom Link: https://hesperiausd-org.zoom.us/j/5093505316
Meeting ID: 509 350 5316

Our Nutrition Services Department still needs your input on meal service.
Please fill out the brief survey here: https://bit.ly/3ko9WRk

Good Morning Krystal Families,
Our campus will be closed today for a routine deep cleaning. If you need assistance, please contact your child's teacher or you can call the office and leave us a voicemail. You are also welcome to email staff (krystalschool.org/staff). We will check messages throughout the day.

Krystal School Site Council Ballot
Please vote!
Last day to vote is September 4th. https://forms.gle/bZBaPHpHdy25qnqq5

Good Morning Krystal Families -
Zoom is currently experiencing a nation-wide outage with users unable to start or join meetings. Zoom is working on the issue but at this time, we do not have an estimated time of when it will be working again.
In the meantime, check your child's Google Classroom/websites for the updates and school work for today. This outage will not impact student attendance. We will continue to post updates as we receive them.

So far we are off to a great start as we journey into our third week of distance learning. Thank you teachers for all of your hard work! We are also grateful for the family support in helping students to be successful. Please check our website or use the links below to view a letter from Mrs. Garibay. Information about distance learning can be found on our website as well! #WeAreKrystal
Letter in English: https://ggle.io/3KYi
Letter in Spanish: https://ggle.io/3KYj

Hello Krystal 4th, 5th & 6th Grade Students!
Are you interested in playing an instrument this school year? Visit Mr. Ingram’s website for more information on how to sign up. The last day to sign up is August 25th.
Mr. Ingram’s Website: https://sites.google.com/view/musicingram
How to Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3qK8p_F7Do0&feature=youtu.be
¡Hola alumnos de 4º, 5º y 6º año de Krystal!
¿Estás interesado en tocar un instrumento este ciclo escolar? Visita el sitio de internet del Sr. Ingram para obtener más información sobre cómo apuntarte; el último día para hacerlo es el 25 de agosto.
Sitio de internet del Sr. Ingram: https://sites.google.com/view/musicingram
Video de instrucciones: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3qK8p_F7Do0&feature=youtu.be

Follow this link for additional tech resources provided by our district.
https://sites.google.com/hesperiausd.org/husd-pd/parent-resources

*Updated* Third Grade Virtual BTSN Videos:
Sorry Families, the wrong link was sent out. This link will be updates as videos are published. Have a great night!
https://ggle.io/3IUK

Kindergarten Virtual Back to School Night Presentations:
Videos can be found under "Meet Your Teacher"
https://sites.google.com/hesperiausd.org/kindergartenteam

We are aware of a power outage that is scheduled on the first day of school, August 6 for certain areas of the Mesa. We would just like to notify all our families that attendance and participation will not be counted against students that are unable to login to our learning platforms due to this outage.

5th Grade Virtual Back to School Night Presentation:
https://youtu.be/FHqP6TF2uSU

1st Grade Virtual Back to School Night Presentation
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vSzWQXg_WS08MAAlNOtqGBka_SK8odkwOZL-p3kzTpdcjP6H_q9HAoCyIIBUQIPQhqtB6iWhZoSmnHR/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=5000

Hello Krystal Families:
If you missed the phone call, see the link below for the message sent out by Mrs. Garibay on 8/3/20.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1u99uNWWDPMX1JTkCnDZAGhAMi6QRdm7vn-34Yh0F7FM/edit?usp=sharing

If you purchased a 2019-2020 yearbook, PTC will start handing out yearbooks on Monday, August 3rd from 9:00-12:00. PTC will be in the bus circle off of Farmdale, please drive through, stay in your car, and give PTC your child's name. If you were placed on the yearbook "waiting list," please bring $25 (CASH) and we will have a yearbook for you. We do have a limited supply of extra yearbooks that will be available on a first come, first served basis. If you are unable to come on Monday, please call the office AFTER Aug. 3rd to schedule an appointment to pick up your yearbook.

Good Morning Krystal Families,
This is just a reminder that school begins on August 6th with distance learning. It is extremely important that parents log into the Infinite Campus Parent Portal at https://campus.hesperiausd.org/campus/portal/parents/hesperia.jsp
to update your child's information prior to the first day of school. If this is your first time logging in, you will click on "New User." Your activation key was sent home with your child's report card in June. If you don't have your activation key please call the front office. There will be no paperwork sent home for you to update your child's information this year. All information must be updated through the parent portal. You can also find information such as your child's teacher through the parent portal. Teachers and staff are diligently working on plans for distance learning and more information will be coming soon. To ensure that you get the most updated information regarding distance learning and the start of school, please make sure you log into your Parent Portal and update your student's information. We are here to help you Monday - Thursday from 8 AM - 3PM via phone and
also by email at krystalregistration@hesperiausd.org
Please call us at 760-948-3611

Hi Krystal Families: Our office staff will be taking a summer hiatus until the week of July 20th. Parents of current Krystal students can still login to Infinite Campus to complete their online annual renewal to update their student's information during this time. If you have any questions, you can call the office beginning July 20th. We hope that everyone has a great summer break!

Parent Teacher Committee (PTC) is a non-profit organization that models community positive behavior and effective teamwork. The objective of Krystal's PTC is to ensure the students of Krystal School are provided with a joyful and memorable experience. Please fill out this ballot and let us know if you are interested in being contacted to help support PTC events. https://bit.ly/3dOJBcy

We would like to thank all of our Krystal Families for their support throughout distance learning. Follow us and HUSD on social media for updates regarding next school year.
If your child is planning to attend a Hesperia Unified School District school next year, you do not have to return your Chromebook until school resumes in the fall. If your child will not be attending a Hesperia Unified School District school next year, then please contact our school office to arrange for a drop off time for your Chromebook.

A few updates for our Krystal Families:
Infinite Campus & Online Registration: If you are trying to update your information in Infinite Campus, please use the Infinite Campus Parent Portal, NOT the Online Registration. If you do not have the key for the Infinite Campus Parent Portal, you will receive a letter with your child’s report card that has the key.
Yearbooks: Unfortunately, there has been a delay with the shipment of our yearbooks. We will contact families as soon as we receive them and have a plan to distribute them to students.
Chromebooks: To allow your child access to online tools/resources over the Summer, students will be able to hold onto their Chromebooks. We hope this will be helpful! There will not be tech support available during the Summer months so take good care of your Chromebooks!

A message from Mr. Portanova to our music students: Remember to log in to Google Classroom to continue working with your instrument. You may also contact Mr. Portanova through email or his webpage.
Adv Strings: 6dphji7
Adv Band: ncyrooa
Beg Strings: 3reiw6k
Beg Band: t5fqhtx

Any new students wishing to enroll at Krystal Elementary School may call the school at (760) 948-3611 and/or email registration staff at KrystalRegistration@hesperiausd.org

Good morning Krystal Families. With the new health order put in place by San Bernardino County, the Krystal Office will not be able to immediately accept phone calls until further notice. The quickest way to get in contact with your child's teacher or administration is through email. You can still leave a message for the office by dialing "0" and we will return your call as soon as possible. We will also frequently check our voicemails, emails and social media messages. Email addresses can be found on our school website:
https://www.krystalschool.org/staff
Buenos días familias de Krystal. Con la orden nueva de salud establecida por el condado de San Bernardino, efectivo inmediatamente y hasta nuevo aviso, la oficina escolar de Krystal no podrá aceptar llamadas telefónicas. La manera más rápida para comunicarse con el maestro de su hijo o con la administración escolar es, al llamar maque “0”, deje su mensaje, y nosotros le regresaremos la llamada lo antes posible. Además, estaremos revisando frecuentemente mensajes de voz, correos electrónicos y medios de comunicación social. Las direcciones de correo electrónico en las que nos puede localizar se encuentran en el sitio de internet de la escuela; https://www.krystalschool.org/staff

Hello Krystal Families! If your child has medication at school and you would like to pick it up, it will be available Wednesday, April 8th from 9am-11am. Please pull up to the front of the school in the drive-up pick-up lane and then call the front office. Mrs. Natasha will then bring out your child's medication and sign it back out to you.
¡Hola familias de Krystal! Si su hijo tiene medicinas en la oficina escolar y usted desea recogerlas, estarán disponibles el miércoles, 8 de abril de 9 a 11 a.m. Por favor, maneje hacia enfrente de la escuela por el carril de descenso y llame a la oficina; entonces, la Sra. Natasha le llevará el medicamento a su carro y firmará de habérselo entregado.

Hello Krystal Families! Mr. Portanova wanted to share the following website to students that participate in our music program. If you have any questions, feel free to contact him through the form on his website.
www.seanportanova.wix.com/portanova

HUSDs open enrollment deadline has been extended so we have postponed our wait-list lottery drawing (originally scheduled for 4/3). We will update the community with the new open enrollment procedures/timeline and Krystal's new lottery process on Friday.

Parents, at your designated time, please pull up through the drive through lane and put your student's name and their teacher's name on a piece of paper and place it in the passenger side window. When you pull up, we will ask you to open your trunk and we will place the Chromebook in the trunk. Please stay in your car during this process as this will ensure our safety as well as yours. See you on Thursday or Friday. Stay safe!
Thursday, 4/2/2020
8:30 - 9:30 a.m. 6th grade
9:30 - 10:30 a.m. 5th grade
10:30 - 11:30 a.m. 4th grade
12:30 - 1:30 p.m. TK, Kindergarten, and A-Team (Ms. Murphy) items
Friday, 4/3/2020
8:30 - 9:30 a.m. 3rd grade
9:30 - 10:30 a.m. 2nd grade
10:30 - 11:30 p.m. 1st grade
If you have students in multiple grade levels, you will be able to pick up all of your students’ Chromebooks at any of your designated time slots.

Autism Awareness Month Join us each Friday in the month of April by wearing BLUE as we promote acceptance and spread awareness! Autism Awareness month is a great way to encourage inclusion in our school and community. At Krystal, we want to foster and teach the importance of embracing differences among others. Make sure you post a picture and tag us on social media! #WeAreKrystal #AutismAwareness

It's been so much fun seeing all the school spirit so far this week! Tomorrow is "Art Day." Join in the fun by posting a picture of an art creation you've made this week on Instagram or Facebook. Don't forget to add #WeAreKrystal so that everyone can see it! Krystal staff and parents...we want to see your school spirit too!!

Hopefully you have received the Robocall from our Superintendent with the information that all school district activities are cancelled for the week of March 16th-20th. Please continue to check the school website and the HUSD website for updated information. As always, thank you for your support! We appreciate our Krystal family and we will keep you posted as information comes our way.

The family dances that were scheduled for this Friday and Saturday (3/13 and 3/14) will both be rescheduled. We will keep everyone posted with the new dates! Thank you!

P Jammin Day - Friday, March 13th
Wear your pajamas to school in exchange for a $1 donation! All donations go to the American Childhood Cancer Organization to provide resources and support to kids with cancer and their families. Why wear pajamas? Pajamas are often the battle uniform for kids with cancer. Stuck in the hospital for long periods of time during treatment, kids live in their pjs. PJammin is a way to raise awareness about childhood cancer and to help them feel less alone.

Due to rain in the forecast the Hesperian Ninja Warrior Finals will be rescheduled to FRIDAY, APRIL 3 2020. Elementary will start at 8:00 AM, middle school at 10:15 AM, and high schools at 11:15 AM.

It's week two of our Attendance All Star Celebration! HUSD will be celebrating all Krystal Comets who have absolutely perfect attendance in March! If you are in your seat every minute of every day in March, you will receive a pass to the free Attendance All-Stars BBQ celebration on April 8th at Krystal! So make sure to be in school, on-time everyday so you can be a Krystal Comet Attendance All-Star!

National School Breakfast Week!
March 2nd - March 6th
Join us for breakfast each day this week as we celebrate National School Breakfast Week! If you've never had breakfast at school, now is your chance! We will have prizes throughout the week. Breakfast is $1.50 and the menu can be found on our website.
Studies show that children who eat school breakfast are more likely to:
-Reach higher levels of achievement in reading and math
-Score higher on standardized tests
-Have better concentration and memory
-Be more alert and maintain a healthy weight

Attendance All Star Celebration
HUSD will be celebrating all Krystal Comets who have absolutely perfect attendance in March! If you are in your seat every minute of every day in March, you will receive a pass to the free Attendance All-Stars BBQ celebration on April 8th at Krystal! So make sure to be in school, on-time everyday so you can be a Krystal Comet Attendance All-Star!

Book Fair volunteers needed! Please use the link below to sign up or contact Mary in the front office.
https://bit.ly/2uxAnjA

Student Council will be selling Valentine Grams starting Wednesday. Parents that would like to send their child a gram may purchase them before school in the lobby (Wed-Fri, 8:30-9:15). Students wishing to send their friends grams may purchase them during their lunchtime. Candy Grams: $1 and Wooden Rose Grams: $2

Attention Krystal Volunteers!
PTC is starting to prepare for our Mother/Son & Father/Daughter dances. If you are able to volunteer for decorating or concessions, please use the link below to sign up!
https://bit.ly/37Z8pvl

Krystal has been nominated for BEST OF THE DESERT! Use the link below to vote for Krystal, Best of the Desert 2020. Remember, you can vote daily!
https://bit.ly/2t6jdJ4

Happy New Year and Welcome Back! Here are a few reminders about arrival and dismissal. We will also implement one minor change starting January 6th. The change is described in bold. Please note that drop-off and pick-up procedures will be enforced. Thank you for helping us to keep students safe.
Zone 1: Drop-Off/ Pick-Up Area- In front of the school
-Quick drop off/ pick-up and go
-Have students ready to exit or enter the car
-Parent does not get out of car
-Parent does not wait to watch student
-no walk-up is permitted in this zone upon dismissal-will be enforced
-Please pull all the way up to the curb for pick-up (similar to the drop off process)
Zone 2: Parking Lot
-Park car and walk student to the gate next to the cafeteria
-Please avoid backing into parking spots during arrival and dismissal
-Do not drop students off in the parking lot. This is not a safe drop off area for students.
Zone 3: Walk-up/Pick-up
-in the cafeteria (grades K-1) or at the gate next to the cafeteria (2nd-6th)
-This is the only allotted walk-up zone
-Park your car and then walk up to the cafeteria or gate to get your child
Our primary concern is the safety of our students. Please drive slowly in the school zone and adhere to traffic rules to ensure the safety of everyone. Be courteous of our neighbors by keeping driveways clear. We all need to work together to make it a safe and efficient entry and exit.

With the possibility of rain all day tomorrow, we wanted to remind Krystal Families of our inclement weather procedures:
-Morning drop off:
Procedures are very similar to a regular day. Instead of walking through the gate, students will enter through the cafeteria doors. Students wanting to eat breakfast may do so. Students will be monitored by proctors in their hallway until the bell rings.
-After school pick-up:
Drive-up: Procedure does not change. Parents should drive up, stay in their car and a staff member will escort your child to you.
Walk-up: All students will be in the cafeteria.
Walkers: Students will still be escorted out the walker gate unless we receive a note from parent requesting a change in pick-up.

Join us for Krystal's ELAC meeting, Friday, December 6th at 9:30am. We will meet in the Cafeteria to go over the School Plan for Student Achievement. See you there!
Acompáñenos el viernes, 06 de diciembre a las 9:30 a la reunión de ELAC de Krystal. Nos reuniremos en la cafetería para repasar el plan escolar para el rendimiento estudiantil. ¡Nos vemos allí!

We hope everyone had a fun and restful break! We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow morning. Just a reminder that Fall Fundraiser packets are due tomorrow.
Welcome back Krystal Comets!

KRYSTAL YEARBOOK!
*Attention all artists: yearbook cover contest deadline is this Friday, Nov. 22nd. Pick up a flyer in the office for more details on artwork guidelines.
*If you would like to order a yearbook, Dec 2nd is the last day to get it for the low price of $20. Flyers are available in the office or order online at ybpay.lifetouch.com using our ID code: 11020320

REMINDER! Today is early out Wednesday, students should be picked up at 2:31.

Last Week for Donations! All donations are due to the office by Wed, Nov. 20th.
K-Kids, a service club of Krystal students, are asking for your help to collect non-perishable food items for Krystal families. We are asking each grade level to
bring items as follows: K-stuffing, 1st-box mashed potatoes, 2nd-bread/muffin mix, 3rd-boxed dessert, 4th-canned cranberries, 5th-canned vegetables, 6th-gravy

Krystal PTC will be selling discounted Spirit Wear (last year's design) after school today! Also, today is the last day to turn in your order forms for our NEW Spirit Wear!

Red Ribbon Week *correction*
Wednesday - Crazy Hair Day

Krystal School's Red Ribbon Week
October 28th - November 1st
Let's all pledge to be drug free! Show your support by participating in our spirit days.
Monday: Use your head, don't do drugs. (crazy hat day)
Tuesday: Peace out to drugs! (wear tie dye clothing)
Wednesday: Drugs make you crazy! (crazy hat day)
Thursday: Happy Halloween! (wear orange and black)
Friday: Red Ribbon Spirit Day (wear red)

Krystal's Fall Festival Raffle Baskets
All this week, we will be selling raffle tickets for our amazing baskets! Stop by the library in the mornings or after school to purchase tickets and view the raffle baskets. Tickets are $1 each and will also be available for purchase at the festival on Oct. 26th.
WE STILL NEED VOLUNTEERS, SIGN UP USING THE LINK BELOW:
http://bit.ly/KrystalFallFestVolunteer

Krystal School Fall Festival
We are still collecting candy! Please turn in any donations to the front office. Use the link below if you are an approved volunteer and would like to volunteer some of your time helping us at our Fall Fest on Oct. 26th. http://bit.ly/KrystalFallFestVolunteer

Krystal School Dress Code Reminder
As the weather gets cooler, we want to remind all students that jackets/sweaters worn in the classroom must be a solid school color. Jackets/sweaters worn outside on the playground do not have to be school colors. Also, leggings worn under skirts/dresses must be a solid school color. If you have any questions, please direct them to your child's teacher or the office.

Krystal Spirit Wear Sales!
PTC will be selling Krystal spirit wear Wednesday after school at our walk-up pick-up. Last chance to get spirit wear at current prices, all t-shirt sizes are in stock.
Reminder: FREE obsolete textbooks are available to families to pick up all week at our walk-up pick-up area.

Minimum Days
Next week, Krystal students will have minimum days on Tue., Sept. 24th - Fri., Sept. 27th. Kindergarten students will release at 11:49 and 1st-6th grade students will release at 1:20. Visit the News section of Krystalschool.org for the full schedule.

SPIRT DAY
In honor or Patriot Day, wear RED, WHITE, & BLUE on Wednesday, September 11th. Students that participate, do not need to be in uniform, please follow the district's dress code.

KRYSTAL PTC MEMBERSHIP DRIVE
This is the last week to participate in the PTC drive! The class with the most memberships turned in will win a prize!
KRYSTAL PTC MEETING
Join us for our first PTC meeting of the school year! Thursday, September 12th at 9:30am. Come learn about all things Krystal, how you can help, and enjoy some donuts and coffee.

Vote for Krystal's School Site Council!
Use the link below for the ballot for Krystal's School Site Council (SSC) nominees. Please vote by Monday, September 9th.
https://forms.gle/V3acdh9DsafbV63w6

We are excited for Krystal's first Comet Club 360 event coming up in October! We wanted to remind all students of the expectations in order to earn CC360. Students who earn CC360 will receive a cool tag to wear and get to participate in a fun activity. There are four opportunities to participate throughout the year. Fortunately, all students receive a “fresh start” every quarter! If a student does not earn CC360 for one quarter, they get to try their very best to be safe, respectful, and responsible and earn CC360 the next quarter.
No office behavior referral forms
No more than 2 behavior notices (white slips) for classroom and playground behavior
No more than 3 absences of any kind for each quarter (Exception: If a student misses three or more consecutive days, he/she may be exempted if a parent provides a doctor’s note)
No more than 3 tardies/early outs (All tardies/early outs count, regardless of time signed in or out)
No more than 3 “dress code violation” slips
Complete 90% of their classwork and homework on time

When dropping off students in the morning, please use the drop-off lane that is directly in front of the school. When using the drop off lane, parents should not drop students off in the outside lane. However, cars are permitted to use the outside lane to park in the parking lot and/or as a pass thru to exit the school.
Additionally, the parking lot is not a drop off area, please park and use designated cross walks to walk your child to the gate. And just a reminder that the bus circle is no longer a drop-off or pick-up area, do not use the driveway to drop off students.
We thank you in helping with keeping all Krystal students safe and appreciate your patience during our busy morning drop off and afternoon pick up times.

Reminder!
Krystal students have early release today!
Kindergarten dismissal: 11:49
1st-6th grades dismissal: 2:31

We are very happy to announce that Mrs. Shannon Garibay will serve as Krystal School's new principal. Mrs. Garibay is excited to meet our students and families. Please help us welcome her to the best school in the high desert. We also wish Mrs. Amanda Arceo well in her new role as the Coordinator of Professional Development and Induction at the district office.

Hesperia Unified School District is pleased to announce that we will be using the Raptor Visitor Management System in all of our schools as part of our campus safety programs for students and faculty. All visitors, volunteers, and visiting staff will be asked to present a government-issued ID, such as a Driver’s License, state ID, etc. The Raptor system only checks the visitor's name and date of birth for comparison with a national database of registered sex offenders. No other data from the ID is gathered or recorded. The system is not connected to any other database such as the Department of Motor Vehicles, and information is not shared with any outside agency.
This implementation will help increase the efficiency in our offices, allowing District-approved volunteers to spend their valuable time in classrooms instead of in the front office. Thank you, in advance, for your support in enhancing safety in our schools.
#IMPACTtheFutureHUSD

We look forward to welcoming you back to school on August 12! Here are a few changes you need to know about for the first day of school.
-Due to the need for bus service for our autism program, the side parking lot has returned to its original purpose of a bus circle. This is no longer a parking lot or drop off area. Please do not enter the bus circle at any time. Walker gate will remain the same.
-Due to changes to the district program, Krystal School will no longer offer Saturday School.
-Look for information to come home regarding our new process for visitors signing in. Don’t forget your ID any time you plan on visiting or volunteering on our campus.

Uniform Exchange Schedule
We welcome you to drop off any gently used uniform items that your child no longer needs on Thur Aug 1st & Fri Aug 2nd 8am - 3pm. You will receive one ticket for each item dropped off. You may then return on Fri Aug 2nd from 4pm - 6pm to shop for items for your child.
Drop Off: THURSDAY/FRIDAY Aug. 1st/2nd 8am-3pm
Shopping: FRIDAY Aug. 2nd 4pm-6pm

HUSD Nutrition Services is proud to provide FREE Summer meals for children ages 2-18 Monday through Thursday during June. Parents are encouraged to bring their own lunches while children take part in the activities. Check out next week’s activities at Carmel Elementary! Earn a ticket each day for raffles later in the month! You must be in attendance during the raffle to win!
Carmel Elementary’s lunch is from 11:30am to 12:30pm.
Menus are available on Carmel Elementary’s website and the HUSD app. #IMPACTtheSummerHUSD #YouAreALeader #IMPACTtheFutureHUSD

HUSD Nutrition Services is proud to provide FREE Summer meals for children ages 2-18 Monday through Thursday during June. Parents are encouraged to bring their own lunches while children take part in the activities. Check out next week’s activities at Carmel Elementary! Earn a ticket each day for raffles later in the month! You must be in attendance during the raffle to win!
Carmel Elementary’s lunch is from 11:30am to 12:30pm.
Menus are available on Carmel Elementary’s website and the HUSD app. #IMPACTtheSummerHUSD #YouAreALeader #IMPACTtheFutureHUSD

HUSD Nutrition Services is proud to provide FREE Summer meals for children ages 2-18 Monday through Thursday during June. Parents are encouraged to bring their own lunches while children take part in the activities. Check out next week’s activities at Carmel Elementary! Earn a ticket each day for raffles later in the month! You must be in attendance during the raffle to win!
Carmel Elementary’s lunch is from 11:30am to 12:30pm.
Menus are available on Carmel Elementary’s website and the HUSD app. #IMPACTtheSummerHUSD #YouAreALeader #IMPACTtheFutureHUSD

We’re proud to be named an Honor Roll school by Educational Results Partnership, a data science organization that recognizes schools with high performance in Math and Science. Sponsored by the Campaign for Business and Education Excellence, the ERP Honor Roll is the only school recognition program in the state that uses student achievement outcome data, and is a valuable resource for all schools to identify successful peers and learn about best practices that improve student success. For more info on @edresults and the ERP Honor Roll program, visit: www.edresults.org. #WeAreKrystal #ERPHonorRoll

HUSD Nutrition Services is proud to provide FREE Summer meals for children ages 2-18 Monday through Thursday during June. Parents are encouraged to bring their own lunches while children take part in the activities. Check out next week’s activities at Carmel Elementary! Earn a ticket each day for raffles later in the month! You must be in attendance during the raffle to win!
Carmel Elementary’s lunch is from 11:30am to 12:30pm.
Menus are available on Carmel Elementary’s website and the HUSD app. #IMPACTtheSummerHUSD #YouAreALeader #IMPACTtheFutureHUSD

Tomorrow is Spirit Day! Wear your favorite sports shirt! Krystal's 6th graders will be competing against staff in the annual softball game!

There is NO SCHOOL on Friday, May 24th for a planned Snow Day or Monday, May 27th in observance of Memorial Day.
Juniper Elementary has school tomorrow May 24th to make up for an unplanned school closure on March 6, 2019, caused by an electrical outage.
Enjoy your long weekend! We'll see you back for our last three days of this school year beginning Tuesday, May 28th!

Attention future RMS students! RMS is still accepting registration in Math Prep Academy (7/22-8/2)! Free differentiated program aimed at helping student's who either struggle in math or who already excel! 150 spots available. First come, first served.
tinyurl.com/RMSMPA to register!
Message us through Facebook for more info!

Over the next two weeks, Krystal students in grades 3-6 will be taking the CAASPP (California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress). Check out the Starting Smarter website for more information. https://ca.startingsmarter.org/

We are loving our new app! Access student stories, staff contact information, cafeteria menus, news, and even emergency notifications, right from your pocket.
Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2F1j1is or iPhone: https://apple.co/2Fjk8tt.

We’re thrilled to announce Hesperia Unified School District’s new app! Stay Connected, Stay Informed, Stay Hesperia. Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2F1j1is or iOS: https://apple.co/2Fjk8tt. https://youtu.be/VHswGs_0DKU

If you loved your spring pictures, money is now due! Please turn in money for pictures you would like to purchase by Wednesday, April 10th. If you do not want to purchase any of your child's photos, please return them to the office by April 10th.

Krystal School has a new website! Check out our new site to see up-to-date information about our school: www.krystalschool.org. Simply click "Explore" to get started. Let us know what you think! #WeAreKrystal

Hesperia Unified School District serves and educates over 23,000 children in the City of Hesperia and adjacent areas in the high desert of San Bernardino County. Though our students continue to achieve at a high level, many of our school facilities are outdated and require repairs and upgrades to continue to serve our community well. The District is currently in the process of evaluating our local schools’ facility needs. The scope of improvements identified is far more than the current funding sources available, so the HUSD Governing Board is considering all options for addressing those needs. Community input is a critical component of this ongoing process as we continue to plan for the future of our schools. Please make your voice heard and complete the following online survey to let us know your priorities for our local schools.
Take the English Survey here: www.tinyurl.com/HesperiaSurvey
Take the Spanish survey here: www.tinyurl.com/HesperiaSpanish

Krystal School
We are excited for our Glow Dances this weekend! If you have not purchased a ticket yet, please stop by the office. $10 for an adult chaperone (cash only).

Hesperia Unified School District will be closed on February 18, 2019 in observance of Presidents Day. Classes resume on Tuesday, February 19, 2019. Please have a safe three day weekend!

Hesperia Unified School District will be closed on Monday, February 11, 2019 in observance of Lincoln's Birthday. Classes resume on Tuesday, February 12, 2019. Please have a safe three day weekend!

Krystal's PTC will be selling spirt wear this Wednesday, after school in the library! Stop by to pick up a new Krystal shirt, sweater, or hat! Cash only please.

Reminder, officers from the Hesperia School Police Department are on campus today for their monthly meeting.

ATTENTION FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: Catholic Charities is offering food vouchers for all federal employees and their families affected by the current shutdown. Call Alejandra Diaz at (760) 243-1100 for more information.

The Best of the Desert 2019 is here and Krystal has been nominated once again! It is time to start voting!! Just a reminder that you can vote DAILY now through February 3rd. Follow the link and click on "Kids & Education" and then click on "Elementary Schools." After you vote, come back here to the comments and tell us why you think Krystal is the Best in the Desert!
http://promotions.vvdailypress.com/Best-of-the-Desert-2019/

HUSD will be closed on Monday, January 21, 2019, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. day. Classes resume on Tuesday, January 22, 2019. Please have a safe three day weekend!

Make sure your voice is heard and join us at Krystal’s Town Hall tomorrow at 6pm as we seek feedback from the community regarding school facilities needs. https://www.facebook.com/events/337185787098210/

HUSD schools require improvements, and community input is invaluable as we consider various options for funding. Make your voice heard and join us at Krystal’s Town Hall on January 10, 2019 at 6pm. https://www.facebook.com/events/337185787098210/

Hello Krystal Families! Today is the final delivery of fundraiser items. If you still have items that need to be picked up, please come to the cafeteria after school today.

We are preparing to run in the Great Hesperian Relay! Check out our live stream on https://www.facebook.com/HesperiaUnified in about 15 minutes as we run to Ranchero Middle School! #GHR2018 #IMPACTtheFutureHUSD #WeAreKrystal

We are in need of volunteers for Santa's Workshop! If you are available to volunteer next week, please use the link below to sign up for a time. Thank you!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409084eacaa28a5fa7-santas2

HUSD will be closed next week November 19, 2018 through November 23, 2018 for Fall Break. Classes will resume on Monday, November 26, 2018. Please have a safe and fun week!

Reminder for tomorrow: Hello Krystal Families! Fall Picture MAKE-UP day will be tomorrow, November 15th. This day is for students that missed the first picture day or that would like to retake their picture. Students that are taking a picture on this day do not need to dress in uniform. Order forms will be available in the office or you can order online at mylifetouch.com using school code MH518048Y2.

HUSD will be closed on Monday, November 12, 2018 in observance of Veterans Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, November 13, 2018. Please have a safe 3 day weekend!

Daylight saving time ends Sunday. Set your clock back one hour before going to bed Saturday night, November 3rd.

Krystal Spirit Wear available for purchase Wednesday after school! Get a new t-shirt and a sweater for the cooler fall weather!

Hello Krystal Families! Hesperia Parks and Rec has a few spots available for their after school program at Krystal. If you are interested, please go to hesperiaparks.com for more information and to register.

Krystal School Minimum Days
Tuesday - Friday
Kinder dismissal: 11:49
1st - 6th dismissal: 1:20

Krystal Students will be on a minimum day schedule next week to allow time for parent conferences. Monday is regular schedule, Tuesday, September 25th-Friday, September 28th release times are:
K/Kinder will release at 11:49
1st-6th Grades will release at 1:20

We look forward to seeing you at our PTC meeting today, September 12th at 3pm. All families welcome, daycare provided!

Krystal's Back to School Night for 1st, 2nd and 3rd grades is tonight. PTC will be selling shirts out front. Cash Only! See you at 5:30 tonight.