News

Interested in summer school?

Stop by the school office on Monday, June 4

before 3:00 PM

to sign up!

Grades 1-5

Tuesday, June 5

8:15 – 10:20 a.m.

Parent volunteers welcomed!

Please sign in at the school office.

You are cordially invited to attend the

Wren Avenue Elementary: School of the Arts

fifth grade advancement celebration

on Wednesday, June 6 at 8:30 a.m.

The ceremony will take place in the multi-use room, and refreshments will follow.

Thursday, May 31

Chalk Artist, Mark Wagner,

will be visiting our school to lead us

in a school-wide chalk art project!

This is going to be AMAZING!

Please join us as we honor your service at the

Volunteer Tea

Thursday, May 31

3:00 PM

in the Library

Second Grade Musical

“How Freddy Found His Love of Reading”

Wednesday, May 30

8:30 AM

in the Multi-Use Room

Join CARES/ASP for a STEAMtastic Summer!

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math

with Arts integrated throughout!

Cooking, nutrition, and gardening too!

Stop by the CARES/ASP office for an application.

Applications accepted until Wednesday, May 30th

Tuesday, May 29, 6:00-8:00 PM

Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP)

Community Speaker Series: 

#5 LCAP Budget

with Jennifer Sachs and Nance Juner

Concord High School

4200 Concord Boulevard, Concord

Coffee and Canvas

Parents, take a break for coffee and painting with our Arts TOSA (Teacher on Special Assignment), Ms. Spusta!

Join Ms. Spusta in Room 10 on Wednesday, May 23 8:00 - 9:30 am All are welcome!

Come and listen!

The MDUSD Elementary School Honor Band & Orchestra

will be playing at Todos Santos Plaza

on Saturday, May 12.

Honor Orchestra plays at 2:00pm

Honor Band plays at 2:30pm

Congratulations to our Wren Avenue participants! 

"Original Works by Young Artists" Gallery Reception May 12, 2018 1:00pm - 4:00pm at the Raquel Amaral Gallery in downtown Concord 1856 Colfax Street

Tuesday, May 15

Visit Classrooms at 6:00pm

Documentary Video in the Multi-Use Room at 6:45pm

Choir Concert in the Multi-Use Room at 7:00pm 

Superhero Dance

Friday, May 18^th from 6-8pm (K-2^nd grades)

in the Multi-Use Room

Don't miss our first annual Superhero Dance! 

Students invite a special person in their lives to come and

spend a night filled with fun, games, music and excitement. 

Sponsored by your Wren Avenue PT

"Original Works by Young Artists"

Opening Reception

May 5, 2018

1:00pm - 5:00pm

at the Raquel Amaral Gallery

in downtown Concord

1856 Colfax Street

Join us for our first public gallery exhibition!

• Monday, May 7: Thank teachers for their commit-"mint" - bring your teacher a mint. 
• Tuesday, May 8: Thank teachers for helping your mind blossom - bring your teacher a flower.
• Wednesday, May 9: Draw a picture, make a card, write a note, or give a famous quote.
• Thursday, May 10: Show your teacher how sweet they are - bring a sweet treat.
• Friday, May 11: Wear your teacher's favorite color. 

We love our teachers, students, families, and friends.

It's good to be a Wren!

Thank you for participating!

STEAM day at Wren Avenue Elementary

Friday, May 18

during regular school hours

Contact your child's teacher if you are interested in volunteering for this event! We'd love for you to join us in the adventure!

The next School Site Council Meeting will be held on

Monday, May 21st at 3:00 pm

in the school library.   

Wren Avenue Elementary: School of the Arts

4th Annual Talent Show

Tuesday, May 22

6:00-7:30pm

Rehearsals: Wednesdays May 9 and May 16, 1:00-2:00pm in the MU

Parents of English Learners are welcome to join the committee to collaborate and advise the principal and staff on how to best help our EL students. 

Snack and refreshments will be served. Daycare available.

Meeting on Tuesday, May 29th @ 8:15am in room 13.

Please sign-in at the office first.

Hey 4th and 5th Graders! 

It's Almost Time for Camp Silver Spur!

Check the attachment for important departure information.

Superhero Dance

Friday, May 4^th from 6-8pm (3^rd-5^th grades)

in the Multi-Use Room

Don't miss our first annual Superhero Dance! 

Students invite a special person in their lives to come and

spend a night filled with fun, games, music and excitement. 

* Cake Walk * Pizza * Photo Booth * Capes Available for Purchase *

Sponsored by your Wren Avenue PTA

CAASPP Testing is Happening Now for 4^th and 5^th Graders!

Get a good night's sleep! Arrive to school on time! Eat a healthy breakfast!   You've got this!

Thursday, April 26 Were having pizza for lunch!  Pizza Hut cheese pizza will be available in the cafeteria for lunch!

Students currently on our lunch program will have the option to choose Pizza Hut cheese pizza that day.

If your child is not currently on our lunch program, the cost to purchase lunch is $3.00.

Questions? Ask Ms. Charlene in the cafeteria.

We are IN THE NEWS!

The April 20 Concord Pioneer is online.

Read about our school's first public gallery showcase on May 5th at the Raquel Amaral Studio/Art Gallery in downtown Concord!

Spring pictures will be taken on Friday, April 20th.

Look for a flyer sent home by your child's teacher if you are interested. 

Coffee and Canvas

Parents, take a break for coffee and painting with our Arts TOSA (Teacher on Special Assignment), Ms. Spusta!

Join Ms. Spusta in Room 10 on Wednesday, April 25 8:00 - 9:30 am All are welcome!

Parents of English Learners are welcome to join the committee to collaborate and advise the principal and staff on how to best help our EL students. 

Snack and refreshments will be served. Daycare available.

Meeting on Tuesday, April 24th @ 8:15am in room 13.

Please sign-in at the office first.

MDUSD District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) Meeting

Thursday, April 19, 2018

5:00 p.m. Dinner, 5:30 p.m. Meeting

at Willow Creek Center: 1026 Mohr Lane, Concord

Wednesday, April 18, 6:00-8:00 PM

Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP)

Community Speaker Series: 

#4 School Readiness

with First 5

Riverview Middle School

205 Pacifica Avenue, Bay Point

Make dinner a selfless act by joining us for a fundraiser to support Wren Avenue Elementary, School of the Arts.

Come in to the Chipotle at 785 OAK GROVE ROAD E1 in Concord (shopping center at the corner of Treat Boulevard and Oak Grove Road) on Tuesday, April 17th between 4:00pm and 8:00pm.

Bring in the flyer, show it on your smartphone or tell the cashier you’re supporting the cause to make sure that 50% of the proceeds are donated to Wren Avenue Elementary, School of the Arts.

The next School Site Council Meeting will be held on

Monday, April 16th at 3:00 pm

in the school library. Please follow the link to view the meeting agenda and future meeting dates.  

Classes will resume on Monday, April 9. 

Check out the Principal's Message from Ms. Lee - there is so much to celebrate and many exciting events coming soon at

Wren Avenue Elementary, School of the Arts!

Get Moving! 

Join us for a night of fun physical activities

for the whole family!

The last day of classes is Thursday, March 29th.

Classes resume on Monday, April 9th.

Have a safe and restful break!

Cesar Chavez Day (Observed) March 30
Spring Break April 2-6

Saturday, May 5th from 1-5pm Wren Avenue Elementary, School of the Arts will be showing student work at the Raquel Amaral Studio/Art Gallery in downtown Concord during the month of May. Come celebrate at the opening reception for Wren families on May 5th.

Friday, May 11^th from 5:30-7pm

Wren Avenue Elementary, School of the Arts

will be hosting a multi-cultural Spring Arts Exhibition.

There will be food trucks, a dance performance,

and an abundant display of student art.

More details coming soon! 

PTA Board Nominations for the 2018-19 School Year

are being accepted NOW! 

Please turn in nomination forms to the office.

You may nominate yourself or others for these PTA Board positions: 

President

Vice President

Secretary

Treasurer

Auditor

Committee Chairperson

The election will be held at the PTA General Meeting on

Tuesday, April 17, 2018

5:30-6:15pm (new time!) 

See the attached flyer for more information.

PLEASE SUPPORT OUR WREN RUN FUNDRAISER!

Wednesday, March 28^th

2^nd/3^rd Grades: 8:45-9:45

K/1st Grades: 10:05-11:05

4^th/5^th Grades: 11:05-12:05

START COLLECTING PLEDGES NOW!

FUN FOR ALL… HEALTHY FUN, MUSIC, TYE DYING, HYDRATION STATION!

For more information, follow the links to the flyer and pledge sheet.

Executive Functioning:  Successful Strategies to Help Students be Successful!

Presented by: Holly McCarthy, MDUSD Full Inclusion Specialist

Tuesday, March 27, 2018

3:30 pm - 5:30pm

MDUSD District Office (Room 6)

1936 Carlotta Drive, Concord

For more information, contact Hilary Shen 925-682-8000 ext. 4297 or email shenh@mdusd.org

Parents of English Learners are welcome to join the committee to collaborate and advise the principal and staff on how to best help our EL students. 

Snack and refreshments will be served. Daycare available.

Meeting on Tuesday, March 27th @ 8:15am in room 13.

Please sign-in at the office first.

NO SCHOOL - Monday, March 19

Wren Avenue Elementary, School of the Arts

4th Annual Talent Show

If you are interested in participating, please plan an act (3 minutes or less), practice your performance, and SIGN UP on the clipboard in the office between March 12-28th. 

Auditions will be held after school on

Wednesday, April 11th from 1-2pm in room 5. 

The talent show will take place on the evening of May 22nd.  

Coffee and Canvas

Parents, take a break for coffee and painting with our Arts TOSA (Teacher on Special Assignment), Ms. Spusta!

Join Ms. Spusta in Room 10 on Wednesday, March 21 8:00 - 9:30 am All are welcome!

Catch up on the latest information from your PTA!

PTA General Meeting & Elections for 2018-19

Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at 5:30pm

Library

Tuesday, March 20, 6:00-8:00 PM

Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP)

Community Speaker Series: 

#3 Cyber Safety

with Above the Fray

Northgate High School

425 Castle Rock Road, Walnut Creek

Family Fun Art Night & PTA General Meeting

Tuesday, March 13

6:00 - 7:30 pm

in the Multi-Use Room

All are welcome!

Get ready for the Wren Run/Walk-a-thon on Wednesday, March 28!  Pre-order your t-shirt or bandana by Wednesday, March 14 and tie-dye it on the day of the event!

Order form attached. Return to the school office with payment.

This is a fundraiser for Camp Silver Spur (4th/5th).

All grades are invited to participate in the Wren Run/Walk-a-thon. 

Sponsored by your Wren Avenue PTA.

The next School Site Council Meeting will be held on

Monday, March 12th at 3:00 pm

in the school library. Please follow the link to view the meeting agenda and future meeting dates.  

MDUSD District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) Meeting

Thursday, March 15, 2018

5:00 p.m. Dinner, 5:30 p.m. Meeting

at Willow Creek Center: 1026 Mohr Lane, Concord

During the school day... everyone is invited to wear their favorite long pajamas, sweats, or Dr. Seuss t-shirts and bring a stuffed animal to read with.

In the evening... the Seuss fun continues with Read Across America night in the Multi-Use Room from 6:00-7:30pm, sponsored by your Wren Avenue PTA. 

Parents of English Learners are welcome to join the committee to collaborate and advise the principal and staff on how to best help our EL students. 

Snack and refreshments will be served. Daycare available.

Meeting on Tuesday, February 27th @ 8:15am in room 13.

Please sign-in at the office first.

The next School Site Council Meeting will be held on

Monday, February 26th at 3:00 pm

in the conference room.

The site council will review the school safety plan. 

We have an opening for a parent volunteer on School Site Council! If you are interested, please contact our principal, Aline Lee, or our community liaison, DaTonya Bridges-Cortez.

Scholastic Book Fair

February 26 - March 2

(after school)

Please stop by the school office

to sign up for a date and time to volunteer!

Fingerprint clearance is NOT REQUIRED.

This event is sponsored by your Wren Avenue PTA.

Science/STEM Fair

Tuesday, February 27

6:00 - 7:30 pm

Wren Avenue Elementary

Multi-Use Room

Check out the MDUSD STEM page on the district website for more information and resources. 

Register for Kindergarten for the 2018-19 School Year

The registration window is February 6 - March 6, 2018. 

The transfer requests window is February 9 - March 9, 2018. 

Go to the Kindergarten Registration page on our website to learn about the process and complete the online enrollment required by the district. Then, bring the documentation specified on the website to the school office to register.  

Camp Silver Spur Reminders

Thank you for supporting our Outdoor Education program by selling candy bars. The money for the first box sold was due on Tuesday, January 30th. You may continue to sell more boxes beyond that time. If your child is not going to camp, you are also welcome to help us sell candy bars. They are $1.00 each, and there are 60 candy bars per box. This fundraiser helps get us closer to our goals! If interested, please see Mrs. Grewe.

All Permission Slips, Authorization to Administer Medication Forms, Behavior Contracts and Donations are due by March 29th!

If your child will be required to take any medication, including over the counter medication, e.g., Tylenol, you must have a doctor fill out the Authorization to Administer Medication form. Please continue to send in your $250.00 donations. The donations per student include transportation, food, lodging, supplies and hired staff at Silver Spur. If we do not reach our goals, we will need to cancel outdoor education.

Let's make this happen!