Every week our students experience the joy of new discoveries in our Science lab and the work they do with our amazing Science teacher, Polly Kim. Whether it is creating an electric current or making sure our silkworms are alive and well, Mrs. Kim imparts a love of learning for physical, earth and life science. This week she was excited to share the following information on a solar eclipse that will be occurring this weeknd:
“There will be a very rare and exciting partial solar eclipse visible from Los Angeles on Sunday afternoon, when the Moon will cover over three-fourths of the Sun. Details are available at griffithobservatory.org. The eclipse begins at 5:24pm, the Sun will be the smallest crescent at 6:38pm, and the eclipse ends and the Sun will be back to normal at 7:42pm, right before the Sun sets. Do not stare at the Sun, even during a partial eclipse! Eclipse viewers and eclipse glasses are available for purchase at the Griffith Observatory gift shop and at some camera and telescope stores. You can also safely project the image of the Sun onto a piece of paper by punching a small hole in a card and positioning it so the sunlight goes through the hole onto the paper. The image of the Sun projected onto the paper will be a crescent during the eclipse.”
Enjoy sharing this with your children!

Tami Weiser

May 18: May 23: May 24:

Grade 5 Praying with Parents - 8:15am Grades 3-6 Open House, Art Exhibit, Grade 6 Science Exhibit Grades K-2 Open House, Art Exhibit

Scratch Day is a worldwide event to celebrate programming with Scratch. This year our Scratch Day will take place in Lab 32 on May 20th from 1pm – 4pm. While this event is most suitable for 3rd -6th graders, K-2 students may attend with older siblings or parents. We will challenges our thinking skills with Scratch Challenges, there will be snacks and prizes. Sign up is limited to 24 students.

For more information contact jahoffman@wiseelementary.org
To sign-up online click here:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ScratchDay2012

Milken Summer Musical Theatre Workshop For details CLICK HERE

Library News: Don’t forget! The Book Awards Assembly for students who have read the required number of books of the Caldecott, Newbery, and/or Sydney Taylor Awards is on Thursday, June 7, at 8:15 a.m. The library forms for those students who have read the required number of books this school year must be returned to the library by Friday, May 18.

56 Club Beach Day and Clean-up
Saturday, May 19
12 noon-4 p.m.
We have one final event before the summer! What better place to go than the BEACH! The 56 Club will head to the Santa Monica Beach and Pier for some fun in the sun. There will be games, socializing, and a little beach clean-up! Bring some extra cash if you want to play arcade games on the pier!
www.WiseLA.org/56club
56Club@wisela.org

Shavuot – 70 Faces of Torah, Many Clergy, Countless Options
On Erev Shavuot, join our clergy for discussion groups to learn about how the values from our Jewish tradition inform their positions on some relevant modern issues. Prior to the discussion groups there will be a brief Shavuot service including the traditional reading of the Ten Commandments. Also, honoring the tradition of Shavuot, we will close the evening with a delicious cheesecake dessert. Come ready to learn and discuss how the many faces of Torah influence our thoughts on these powerful issues of our time! | Saturday, May 26 | 7 p.m. | Plotkin Chapel

Register: www.WiseLA.org/Shavuot
Contact: MFisher2@WiseLA.org

Book Your Summer Fun Early at Camp Wise for a Discount!
Provide your child with happy memories that will last a lifetime by enrolling at Camp Wise. Camp Wise offers up to seven weeks of fun for children Nursery-Grade 6. Each week has a different theme, new field trips, special guests, and all your favorite features like swimming, drama, cooking, and Wacky Science. Campers who enroll in all seven weeks of camp receive a 5% discount. Weeks are filling up fast, so register before it's too late! | June 25-August 10

Info: www.WiseLA.org/CampWise
Contact: EBroberg@WiseLA.org

Stop by Our Communitea & Coffee Cafe for a Drink and a Treat!
Communitea and Coffee, our café for the whole Wise community, is now open for business! Stop by and enjoy a variety of Free Trade coffee and organic snacks while you connect with members of your community. The Café is located poolside in Room 50.

Contact: Jennifer Cohen at jic52204@yahoo.com

Free Electronic Waste Recycling with MECA This Saturday
Bring your broken or outdated electronics to be recycled, help the environment, and raise money for a good cause! Sixty percent of the funds raised from the collection of electronic waste will go to MECA, the Mulholland Educational Corridor Association (MECA). As a member of MECA, our Temple and Schools will benefit! Please note that paint, CFL bulbs, car batteries, washers, dryers, or refrigerators will not be accepted. | This Saturday, May 19 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Bel Air Presbyterian Church Parking Lot

Info: www.e-wastefundraising.org 

Contact: info@e-wastefundraising.org

WiseStudio Community Movie Screening This Sunday
Walk the red carpet and watch two films from the new youth film program, WiseStudio. The Bar Mitzvah Nightmare (comedy) and Shame (drama) are two short films that express Jewish teen identities as we have never seen before. Concessions will be available and all red carpet pictures will be on Facebook! This event is free and open to the community. | This Sunday, May 20 | 5:30 p.m.

Info: www.WiseLA.org/WiseTempleYouth
Contact: TheAcademy@WiseLA.org

The 6th Annual Walk to End Genocide is This Sunday
If George Clooney can get arrested to draw attention to the humanitarian crisis in Sudan, then we can walk to support the efforts of Jewish World Watch! The Walk to End Genocide raises awareness and funds to provide vital resources for those suffering from the horrors of genocide and human rights abuses. Other highlights at the Walk are Action Festival, Silent Auction, and Food Trucks. If you can't walk, then sponsor a friend - do not stand idly by! | This Sunday, May 20 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Pan Pacific Park in Los Angeles

Info: www.jww.org
Contact: JSmith@WiseLA.org

Meet Your Imagine LA Family!
Since November 2011, Stephen S. Wise Temple has partnered with non-profit Imagine LA to help a family transition from homelessness to self-sufficiency. The Temple put together a fabulous support team for the family, including co-leaders Margie Markus and Glenn Freeman. The family – Mom Chanda and daughter Ireland – is doing great! On Sunday, May 20, Imagine LA is hosting its annual Celebration of Family event, which brings together 750 people from across Los Angeles, including all families participating in the program and their support teams. Imagine LA invites members of Stephen S. Wise Temple to join the fun (activities for all ages, live music, food and more!) and support their family at this event.

Info: www.celebrationoffamily.org

Contact: JSmith@WiseLA.org

ARZA Bike Ride for Israel
Hop on your bike and raise money for Israel! There are six great rides to choose from, and all proceeds will go towards ARZA's work of promoting pluralism in Israel. Join our team, the Wisycles, and come ride with the Rabbis! Everyone is welcome and there are rides to fit all experience levels. Click "Register" to sign up now and don't forget to include our team name, the Wisycles! | Sunday, June 10 | Griffith Park, Los Angeles

Info: www.arza.org
Contact: MFisher2@WiseLA.org

Freeway Closure and Traffic Information
The Mulholland and Skirball Bridges will simultaneously undergo nightly closures during the late night hours for approximately two months. These closures will also entail the closure of Skirball Center Drive and the northbound Skirball on- and off-ramps and will occur nightly between 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., including weekends. Additionally, please be aware that the Wilshire Boulevard on- and off-ramps on the 405 Freeway will be under construction for the next couple of months. And from this Saturday, May 19 at 9 p.m. through Sunday, May 20 around 12 p.m., there will be construction for the widening of the freeway overpass on Sepulveda Boulevard in Sherman Oaks.

Contact: Admin@WiseLA.org
Info: www.WiseLA.org/TrafficUpdates  

WPA Nominations Document
The Executive Board is starting to work on our committees for next year. Please take a look at the WPA Nominations Document and let us know how you would like to be involved next year. There are Chair, Co-Chairs and committee member opportunities. Please send your request no later than May 23, 2012 to Lori Tyberg at lori@sienawolf.com. For form form CLICK HERE

MACCABI GAMES, our end-of-year signature event, needs volunteers to assist with this amazing day.
Contact Ellen Fenten at ellenjf10@gmail.com

New for 2012 : Tshirts for Spirit day and Maccabi games too. Wear them for both.
New design for the 2012 games. Pre order taking place at carpool.
1 for $12 two or more $10 ea. Adult sizes this year also. Questions or orders:
email Ellen @ ellenjf10@gmail.com

We need five cases of water per classroom to keep our children well hydrated during the event. Please contact your Head Room Parent to donate. Thank you!

Minyan with Cantor Lam
Thursdays at 7:30 a.m. in Plotkin Chapel (when school is in session). Join dads and moms in the community for an hour of spirituality and learning. Meet new friends and discover your Wise community. Questions?WPA@WiseLa.org

SOVA
THE NEED FOR FOOD KNOWS NO SEASON. WISE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN 5772.
Our local SOVA pantry makes a huge impact on the hundreds of families it serves. They need your help and appreciate it. The May food request is peanut butter, dry soup and canned chili. In addition to food, gently used books, new toys and toiletries are always welcomed and appreciated. All items can be placed in the SOVA bin. The SOVA bin is always open and located at the entrance of the main sanctuary building.

Lost and Found
The Lost and Found is open to parents all day every day. Parents are free to come and look for lost clothing in the Lost and Found which is located at the back corner of the parking structure along the back driveway. Clothing that is clearly labeled will be returned to the child's classroom.

Like Us On Facebook!
Get Connected! “Like” us on Facebook and get daily updates about the fabulous things your children are accomplishing at school and learn about our other events and news around campus!
www.facebook.com/wiseelementary

Raise Money for Stephen S. Wise Elementary School Just by Shopping!
Before your next visit to Target: Go online and register your Target Red Card on the Target Website and start earning money for our school every time you shop with your Red Card. Click on “card benefits” under Red Card in the lower right hand corner, then click “enroll” under “Take Charge of Education”. Enter the school information and find us under Wise Temple Elementary School. Enter your red card info when prompted and that’s all there is to it! Every purchase you make with your Red Card will benefit our school.

When you check out at Office Depot mention Stephen Wise and they will put your purchase under the school ID number: 70010488 to benefit our school. Happy Shopping!

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