The Cove Connection 

Sunday, March 13th, 2022

Issue #27

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Principal's Message

Dear Families,

With the mask requirement changing this week, I wanted to share some important information with you.

With this change, a lot of people think about change in physical safety (will my child get COVID?). We are also thinking about the change from a social-emotional standpoint at Cove. On Tuesday morning at Cove in Motion, I will address the student body about expectations regarding respecting different choices around masking. The message will be one of acceptance. Some will choose to wear a mask. Others will choose not to. That is okay. You are safe. You can make a choice that works for your family

Our counselors have crafted talking points for teachers and teachers will be reviewing these with their students on Tuesday morning. Here is a Masking Social Story you can talk through with your children if they are feeling anxious about the change.

Additionally, here is the LCM Covid 19 Update (Including Masking Updates) that provides information about how we will handle illness and students who test positive. 

Given the high vaccination rate in Marin County (92% of 5+ year olds are vaccinated) and the CDC rating of “low” for Marin County (The CDC looks at the combination of three metrics — new COVID-19 admissions per 100,000 population in the past 7 days, the percent of staffed inpatient beds occupied by COVID-19 patients, and total new COVID-19 cases per 100,000 population in the past 7 days — to determine the COVID-19 community level), I am feeling positive about this change. 

While this week will feel different and the changes will take time to get used to, I am confident our community will adapt as they have been every step of the way for the past 2 years. #CoyoteStrong

Sincerely,

Michelle Walker

School & PTO News

Lost & Found Our racks are overflowing with jackets, sweatshirts, water bottles, and lunch boxes (and even the odd pair of underwear!). Lost & Found is outside the main entrance every Friday.

Sibling Photos for The Cove Yearbook Come to the blacktop to the left of the stage where the blacktop meets the field Tuesday-Thursday 8:00am-8:15am before school (with your siblings) and have your photo taken for the yearbook. Photos will be taken on: 3/15, 3/16 & 3/17.

Cove Yearbooks on Sale Now! All sales will be done online. Order the yearbook here. Deadline for ordering yearbooks is April 10th. (Please reach out to Scarlett Headley for information about scholarships)

Be Social with The Cove PTO! Find us online, on Instagram or on Facebook.

SPARK Online Auction Don't miss out on amazing deals and hot ticket items when the auction opens at 12:00 pm Wednesday, March 16th at noon! From kids camps and classes, wine and dining options, and fashion and beauty, we’ve got something for everyone! This event raised over $80K last year and SPARK depends on this fundraising event to help us reach our year-end goal.

• Register with Give Smart in advance to bid on items. Even if you have an account from previous years, each year you need to set up a new account.  

• The online auction will be available to preview starting Monday, March 14th so you can start browsing. 

• Sign-up Parties are hosted by parents and are offered at a fixed price, depending on the day and time of the event. These items are first-come, first-serve, and can sell out really early! 

• Grade Level Baskets were lovingly curated by each school’s grade level lead and items were generously donated by families. The baskets are so incredible that we’re saving a few to feature at the in-person spring soiree on April 23! These baskets are open to everyone to bid on; you do not need to have a student in a specific grade. 

• For more frequently asked questions, click here.

Spring Soiree Save the Date We are thrilled to celebrate our schools at the spring fundraiser, Boots & Bling in person on Saturday, April 23rd at Hopmonk Tavern in Novato!  Featuring yum cocktails, delicious food, dancing to Mercy & the Heartbeats, live auction, and paddle raise, this event is always a good time. Book your babysitters now and get ready for tickets to go on sale on March 23rd.

Thank you Biz Partner F45 Training In celebration of their one year anniversary, they are offering SPARK families and friends a 3-day pass for only $1! Owned and operated by District parents, F45 is more than the world's best workout - it's personal training in a group setting. 45-minute classes with a mix of circuit and HIIT (high-intensity interval training), geared towards everyday functional movements. F45 is accessible for everyone, no matter where you are in your fitness journey.  Click here for the SPARK friends & family special, code LCMSDRULES

Order Left Bank Meals Today This week’s menu: Fried Chicken, Mac & Cheese, Salad Vert, Green Beans. Feeds a family of four for $50 and 20% will go back to SPARK. Order online here on Sundays, and pick up on Mondays.  

District News

Board Updates On March 9, the Board met to celebrate President Jill Sellers six years of service and dedication to the students, staff, and community of Larkspur and Corte Madera. Thank you Jill! New Trustee, Amir Movafaghi, was sworn in. Congratulations Amir! Annie Sherman was appointed President and Eric Schmautz was appointed Vice President. Congratulations Annie and Eric! Additionally, the Board was provided with a special education update, COVID-19 update, and approved the second interim budget. All agendas can be found here.

Community News

Please click link to view Community News that includes updates from:

• CM Park & Rec Classes and Camps

• Marin County Office of Education Inclusion Inspiration Series

• NY Broadway Training Program

• TinkerTech at The Cove STEM Classes

• North Bay Basketball Camps

• Derby Den: Broadway Bound Kids

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