VOL. 28 August 2013
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About this publication This publication was produced by local Realtor Kate Bransfield to keep the North of Montana neighborhood
up to date on some of the more interesting happenings in this unique corner of Santa Monica.
As a Santa Monican for over 23 years, Kate takes pride in being a part of this vibrant community.
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Back on campus
By KATE BRANSFIELD
have always been a strong advocate
for our public schools in Santa
Monica and I'm proud to say that our
community's schools are world-class!
I have for years lived and worked near
Franklin Elementary, Roosevelt
Elementary and Lincoln Middle School.
I value education tremendously and
believe that the future in our community
is in the hands of our children.
It's why I support those schools
through my sponsorships of their
programs and activities.
The parental involvement at these
schools is great and if I can help in
some way I am very gratified to do so.
Santa Monica schools still value a
well rounded education. Even in the
face of challenging circumstances at the
state level, students in Santa Monica
still have exposure to the arts and class
sizes remain at reasonable levels. Our
schools are perfect examples of what is
right with education.
That’s a major reason I personally
sponsor the three public schools in our
special corner of Santa Monica.
As we begin the new year, I thought
I'd share with you our schools'
messages as they welcome back
students:
Franklin Elementary School
2400 Montana Ave.
Santa Monica, CA. 90403-2199
(310) 828-2814
www.franklin.smmusd.org
Welcome back to our returning families
and our new families. We hope you all
enjoyed the fun-filled summer days, and it is
with great enthusiasm that we invite you to
get ready for another exciting and successful
school year.
At Franklin, we are committed to
providing the highest level of education
where all students can learn and be
prepared. Our outstanding staff, wonderful
PTA, and dedicated Site Governance Council
at Franklin are committed to academic
excellence and making a positive difference
for all students. Franklin teachers, staff,
students, and parents are committed to
working cooperatively to create a safe,
secure, and nurturing environment that
promotes the highest level of academic
achievement and character development
while empowering our community and
meeting the diverse needs of all learners.
With your support, we can continue to
make Franklin academically challenging and
nurturing for our children.
Roosevelt Elementary School
801 Montana Ave.
Santa Monica, CA. 90403-1591
(310) 395-1472
www.roosevelt.smmusd.org
Roosevelt is a richly diverse community
of learners that values the contributions of
all its members. In an environment of
teamwork, caring, trust and respect we
provide the highest quality of education
possible. Our aim is to empower students by
facilitating the acquisition of knowledge,
improving skills, and developing character
so that they may lead quality lives and
contribute to society. We promote visionary,
versatile thinking and enthusiastic, lifelong
learning. We appreciate the uniqueness of
each student and set high expectations for
all. We welcome parent and community
members as partners in the educational
process. — Roosevelt Administration
Lincoln Middle School
1501 California Ave.
Santa Monica, CA. 90403-4305
(310) 393-9227
www.lincoln.smmusd.org
As a community of learners, we work
together in a nurturing environment to help
students be resourceful, life-long learners;
effective, multi-lingual communicators and
global citizens. We are a richly varied
community that is a community of learners.
The district and its many campuses work
together in a nurturing environment to help
students be visionary, versatile learners and
values the contributions of all its members.
We exist to assist all students in their
pursuit of academic achievement and
personal health and to support them in their
exploration of intellectual, artistic,
technological, physical and social
expression. — Lincoln Administration
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school calendar
Lincoln Middle School 1501 California Ave.
Santa Monica, CA. 90403-4305
(310) 393-9227
www.lincoln.smmusd.org
6:30 p.m.
Parents are invited to campus to meet with
teachers and learn what the school year has
in store for their children.
Sept. 20
Back to School Picnic
5 p.m. — 7 p.m.
Meet on the Lincoln Field for a little grub
and bonding time with other students and
parents.
Aug. 30
8th Grade Movie Night
Catch a flick with classmates.
Sept. 2
No School
Classes are out of session for Labor Day.
Sept. 5
No School
Admissions Day.
Sept. 9
Drama Program Begins
Excellent opportunity to get involved in the
theater.
Sept. 12
Minimum Day
Classes let out at 12:50 p.m.
Sept. 12
Back to School Night
Roosevelt Elementary
School 801 Montana Ave.
Santa Monica, CA. 90403-1591
(310) 395-1472
www.roosevelt.smmusd.org
Aug. 30
Lice Check
Grades K-1 will have a health screening.
Sept. 2
No School
Classes are out of session for Labor Day.
Sept. 5
No School
Admissions Day, no classes in session.
Sept. 9-10
Lice Check
Grades 2-3 will be checked on Sept. 9.
Grades 4-5 are up next on Sept. 10.
Sept. 13-20
Book Fair
Perfect chance to get your kids
interested in reading.
Franklin Elementary
School 2400 Montana Ave.
Santa Monica, CA. 90403-2199
(310) 828-2814
www.franklin.smmusd.org
Sept. 28
Back to School Night
6:30 p.m. — 8 p.m.
Grades K-2 parents are invited to school to
find out what’s new on campus.
Sept. 2
No School
Classes are out of session for Labor Day.
Sept. 5
No School
Admissions Day, no classes in session.
Sept. 26
New Parent Party
Get acquainted with your new school with
fellow new parents.
Montana Library events Aug. 27
In Case You Missed It Evening Film Series:
‘The Beguiled’
6:30 p.m.
During the Civil War, a wounded Union
soldier (Clint Eastwood) is sheltered at a
crumbling, all-girls school in Louisiana,
where he becomes the object of their desire
and jealousy. Director Don Siegel
considered this 1971 gothic horror film to be
his best work.
Sept. 2
Library Closed
All Santa Monica libraries will be closed for
Labor Day.
Sept. 4
Mindful Meditation
6 p.m.
The library invites you to enjoy a pause in
the day in which to refresh yourself by
simply sitting and paying attention to your
senses, feelings, and thoughts. You are
welcome to stay for five minutes or for the
entire 30 minutes. Natalie Bell, Mindful
Wellness consultant, will guide the session.
Sept. 10
Laughter Yoga
7 p.m.
Get the endorphins flowing! The group will
be laughing, stretching gently, clapping,
breathing, and relaxing. Join the fun.
Sept. 12
Preschool Story Time
11:15 a.m.
Story time series for 3-5 year olds.
Sept. 18
Montana Avenue Branch Book Group: ‘The
Glitter and the Gold’
7 p.m.
Leaving her life in America, Consuela
Vanderbilt Balsan (a young, beautiful
heiress — the “real” Lady Grantham of
Downton Abbey) went to England to marry
a Duke in 1895 and take up residence in her
new home — Blenheim Palace. Here is her
first-hand account of life at the pinnacle of
English society in the Edwardian era.
he Montana Branch Library is so much
more than just a library. It offers free
Internet access and is a meeting place for
the North of Montana neighborhood.
The library is located at 1704 Montana Ave.,
Santa Monica, Ca., 90403.
For more information, call (310) 458-8682.
Kate's recommendations
Please visit the website of this
Santa Monica psychologist:
Inessa Manevich, Ph.D.
1150 Yale Street, Suite 2
Santa Monica, CA 90403
www.drinessamanevich.com
310.804.6339
Dr. Manevich attended the University of
Pennsylvania as an undergraduate and attained
her graduate degrees in clinical psychology from
Columbia University.
Dr. Manevich specializes in showing
individuals how to reach their full potential, by
helping people recognize the areas of their lives in
which they feel stuck, and work toward achieving
their own definition of success.
She works with individuals, couples, families
and adolescents who are struggling with various
life's difficulties.
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