Welcome to
PINER-OLIVET CHARTER SCHOOL
Home of the Timberwolves
Piner-Olivet Charter School (POCS) is committed to providing high-quality education to our diverse student body. We achieve our goals through a challenging curriculum, quality teachers, and an atmosphere that emphasizes communication and cooperation. Together, these elements create a safe and engaging learning environment in which all students can excel.
PINER-OLIVET CHARTER SCHOOL
Home of the Timberwolves
Piner-Olivet Charter School (POCS) is committed to providing high-quality education to our diverse student body. We achieve our goals through a challenging curriculum, quality teachers, and an atmosphere that emphasizes communication and cooperation. Together, these elements create a safe and engaging learning environment in which all students can excel.
School District: Piner-Olivet Union School District CDS Code: 49708706113492
Grades: 7-8 approximately 200 students
Principal: Heather Graham Office Manager: Karen Wofford
707-522-3310 or email kwofford@pousd.org
“Education is for improving the lives of others and for leaving
your community and world better than you found it.“ -Marian Wright Edelman
Grades: 7-8 approximately 200 students
Principal: Heather Graham Office Manager: Karen Wofford
707-522-3310 or email kwofford@pousd.org
“Education is for improving the lives of others and for leaving
your community and world better than you found it.“ -Marian Wright Edelman
School News and Happenings
October 25th - PICTURE DAY
Verify your Student's school information: https://pinerolivet.aeries.net/student/LoginParent.aspx
Video instructions in English.
Verifique la información de la escuela de su estudiante: https://pinerolivet.aeries.net/student/LoginParent.aspx
Instrucciones en video en espanol - Spanish.
YEARBOOKS
Order your yearbook for $27. Families can choose to pay cash, check, or online at ybpay.lifetouch.com with the code 14432422.
Please remember to bring your mask and a filled (reusable) water bottle!
The Hot lunch Menu can be found at:
http://www.pousd.org/food-services.html
NEW ENROLLMENT
POCS enrollment for NEXT year -- 22/23: we will have an informational meeting on December 2nd for interested 5th and 6th graders and their parents. The priority registrations will be accepted December 3rd through January 21st. We will continue to accept them until we are full, then we will start the waiting list. In order to be prepared to complete the registration packet please have your student's birth certificate, immunization record including TDAP shot, and most recent report card.
Meeting information will be posted in November.
POCS Enrollment for THIS school year (incoming 7th or 8th graders) for the 21-22 school year:
Enrollment application available at https://pinerolivet.aeries.net/enrollment
You will need the student's birth certificate, recent report card, immunization record. If you have any questions please email kwofford@pousd.org
COVID TESTING information and a calendar of pop-up testing sites: see the county of sonoma site
This page also discusses the difference between the rapid antigen test and PCR.
Chromebook and Textbooks return: Email Mrs. Wofford - kwofford@pousd.org
To access Aeries: pinerolivet.aeries.net
click on PARENT/STUDENT PORTAL button on the right - If this hasn't been set up click on create new account (in smaller print)
(If it has been set up just enter your email)
click on PARENT/GUARDIAN (the student button has not been completed) - click next
Enter your email .. re-enter your email
create password .. re-enter the password
You should receive an email with the parent verification code from Aeries ( email kwofford@pousd.org if you don't see this within a day)
Student verification
Enter student's ID (4 or 5 digit #)
home # (or cell)
enter verification code from Aeries (11 digit number/letter)
If you have any questions please email kwofford@pousd.org
Lo que necesita para acceder a Aeries: pinerolivet.aeries.net
Oprima el botón PORTAL DE PADRES / ESTUDIANTES a la derecha - Si esto no se ha configurado, favor de crear una nueva cuenta (en letra más pequeña)
(Si ya ha sido configurado, ingrese su correo electrónico)
Oprima en PADRE / TUTOR (el botón del estudiante no se ha completado) - después oprima
ponga su correo electrónico. Vuelva a poner su correo electrónico para crear una contraseña. Vuelva a poner la contraseña
Recibirá un correo electrónico de Aeries con el código de verificación para los padres.
(Si no recibe el correo electrónico de Aeries en 24 horas, envíe un correo electrónico a la oficina de su escuela. )
Verificación del estudiante
Ingrese la identificación del estudiante (es entre 4 o 5 números)
Su número de teléfono de casa o su celular
ingrese el código de verificación que le envió Aeries (números / letras de 11 dígitos)
Covid-19 School Guidance Information can be found on the ABOUT page.
Home to School communication - The fastest way to connect with us is via email, kwofford@pousd.org.
Karen Wofford - office manager - handles paperwork, registration, and other logistical questions (kwofford@pousd.org)
Your student's teacher - handles their class curriculum and instruction including what assignments your child should do & due dates, where to find information to do school work, how their grading systems work, and any other questions about the daily functioning of school.
Grade 7
Mrs. McDonough jmcdonough@pousd.org Ms. Worstell jworstell@pousd.org
Mrs. Meyer ameyer@pousd.org Mr. Strasser jstrasser@pousd.org
Grade 8
Mrs. Berry dberry@pousd.org Mr. Pitchford rpitchford@pousd.org
Ms. Brandenburg jbrandenburg@pousd.org Mr. Finnegan afinnegan@pousd.org
Program Assistants:
Mrs. Cahill tcahill@pousd.org Mrs. Matteoli lmatteoli@pousd.org
Heather Graham - principal - handles questions and concerns about curriculum, distance learning systems, student learning, and just about anything else not listed above related to POCS! (hgraham@pousd.org)
ParentSquare communication
ParentSquare is designed to keep parents informed and facilitate participation at school. It provides a safe way for the school principal, teachers, staff, and parents to send and receive school and class information.
You can get to ParentSquare: parentsquare.com enter your email or phone number that you have on file at school
ParentSquare Parent Videos
Padres - Introducción a ParentSquare
All school, grade level and classroom information will now be sent to your computer or phone via email and/or text or you can download the free App. The Help & Support question mark in the top right corner can help answer most of your questions. So join in!
Comunicación entre el hogar y la escuela
La forma más rápida de conectarse con nosotros es por correo electrónico, también puede llamar al 707-522-3310.
Karen Wofford, gerente de la oficina, maneja el papeleo, el registro y otras preguntas logísticas (kwofford@pousd.org)
El maestro de su estudiante: maneja el plan de estudios y la instrucción de la clase, incluidas las tareas que debe hacer su hijo y las fechas de entrega, dónde encontrar información para hacer el trabajo escolar, cómo funcionan sus sistemas de calificación y cualquier otra pregunta sobre el funcionamiento diario de la escuela.
Grado 7
Sra. McDonough jmcdonough@pousd.org Sra. Worstell jworstell@pousd.org
Sra. Meyer ameyer@pousd.org Sr. Strasser jstrasser@pousd.org
Grado 8
Sra. Berry dberry@pousd.org Sr. Pitchford rpitchford@pousd.org
Sra. Brandenburg jbrandenburg@pousd.org Sr. Finnegan afinnegan@pousd.org
Program Assistants:
Sra. Cahill tcahill@students.pousd.org Sra. Matteoli lmatteoli@students.pousd.org
Heather Graham, directora, maneja preguntas e inquietudes sobre el plan de estudios, los sistemas de aprendizaje a distancia, el aprendizaje de los estudiantes y casi cualquier otra cosa que no esté en la lista anterior relacionada con POCS. (hgraham@pousd.org)
Horario escolar
Aunque puede haber pequeños ajustes en el cronograma, el cronograma básico para POCS es el siguiente:
Horario de aprendizaje a distancia de POCS
Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri Block 1 8:40 - 10:40 Break 10:40 - 11:00 Block 2 11:00 - 1:00
Wednesday Block 1 8:40 - 9:40 Block 2 9:40 - 10:40 Tiempo de aprendizaje independiente
El horario de oficina varía según el maestro
Comunicación ParentSquare
ParentSquare está diseñado para mantener informados a los padres y facilitar la participación en la escuela. Proporciona una forma segura para que el director de la escuela, los maestros, el personal y los padres envíen y reciban información sobre la escuela y la clase.
Videos para padres de ParentSquare
Padres - Introducción a ParentSquare
Toda la información de la escuela, el nivel de grado y el aula ahora se enviará a su computadora o teléfono por correo electrónico y / o mensaje de texto o puede descargar la aplicación gratuita.
PARENT CLUB Meeting dates - use the zoom link below
New schedule next school year!
More information on the Parent page (click on heading at the top of the page)
4:30 POCS Executive Committee
Executive Committee
https://pousd-org.zoom.us/j/92076675738?pwd=RVk5a0VRUUx5Q0ptY0N5NzdVWlBKQT09
Parent Club
https://pousd-org.zoom.us/j/99890208693?pwd=WWxBYlFLUGQwNEJGWWl6YTRWRFkzdz09
POCS asks that parents attend at least 6 Parent Club meetings during the year and this goes towards your parent hours too! These meetings keep you informed, build relationships with staff and other parents, and give you an opportunity to help decide what the group does.
POUSD 2020-2021 School Year Update -- A message from Steve Charbonneau, Superintendent
Dear Piner-Olivet Community,
We are excited to return to a more normal school year in 2021-22 and to seeing your student on August 12 for the first day of school! This year, we return to pre-pandemic bell schedules with classrooms at pre-pandemic occupancy. This was confirmed last week, when we received some additional public health guidance from the CA Department of Public Health (CDPH) for K-12 schools going into the 2021-22 school year. CDPH’s guiding statement for that bulletin was, “The foundational principle of this guidance is that all students must have access to safe and full in-person instruction and to as much instructional time as possible.” I summarize some additional takeaways from that bulletin here:
• Masks will be required for students (unless legally exempted) indoors
• Staff working directly with students, will be required to wear masks indoors
• Masks will be optional outdoors
• With the wearing of masks, classrooms can run at pre-pandemic occupancy
CDPH intends to facilitate student vaccinations this fall. I want to encourage POUSD families to consider vaccinations for their children when the opportunity arises in order to promote the safest school environment possible and to prevent disruptions to your student’s educational experience. We continue to be required to send symptomatic students home and to follow Public Health protocols in order to facilitate their return to the classroom this coming school year.
As previously shared, a key focus for 2021-22 will be the implementation of our Learning Recovery Plan, an initiative designed to help students recover any learning that may have been lost during the pandemic. In early Fall, teachers will be proctoring a summative assessment that will allow us to establish a baseline literacy and math competency level for students. With that data, we will create a learning plan for each student and use assessment data to monitor their academic growth over time. Indeed, we are determined to help students achieve tremendous academic growth in 2021-22!
For families interested in a Distance Learning/Independent Study program for 2021-22, we have two potential options. Northwest Prep is expanding its Home Study program for the 2021-22 school year to serve students K-12. In addition, Northwest Prep is launching an Online Academy that will also serve students K-12. Both of these programs are an excellent way to facilitate home-based learning.
More details, specifically related to your student’s schooling, will be forthcoming directly from your student’s school site.
Respectfully,
Steve Charbonneau
***ATTENDANCE TIPS FROM THE OFFICE ***
If your child is absent, please send 1 email to their 2 teachers and Mrs. Wofford at kwofford@pousd.org with your student’s name, grade level, and the reason for their absence. Not notifying the office of a valid absence can lead to your child having UNEXCUSED absences, which can lead to truancy. Superintendent Update [9/10]
Dear POUSD Community,
We have recently updated our Masking protocols to reflect current County Public Health guidance and to protect the health and welfare of POUSD students and staff. Here is our updated guidance:
Masking
As a public school district, we are required to follow County Department of Public Health (CDPH) guidelines which require that masks be worn at school while indoors for everybody, regardless of vaccination status. Additionally, CDHS and Sonoma County Office of Education are now jointly “strongly recommending” outdoor masking in school settings. POUSD is following that guidance as well. From CDHS regarding selecting an effective mask, "Cloth masks can work well if they are tight fitting and made of materials that filter out small particles... Medical masks include various types of loose-fitting disposable masks." Bandanas and Gators are considered less effective and POUSD staff and students are asked to refrain from wearing them at school. Here is a graphic that will help students and staff differentiate types of masks and what is allowable: MASK GRAPHIC
We encourage all members of the POUSD community to visit our Health and Safety page to keep up to date with our current COVID protocols, as well as other health and safety procedures.
Respectfully,
Steve Charbonneau
--
Dr. Steve Charbonneau
Superintendent
Piner-Olivet Union School District
October 25th - PICTURE DAY
Verify your Student's school information: https://pinerolivet.aeries.net/student/LoginParent.aspx
Video instructions in English.
Verifique la información de la escuela de su estudiante: https://pinerolivet.aeries.net/student/LoginParent.aspx
Instrucciones en video en espanol - Spanish.
YEARBOOKS
Order your yearbook for $27. Families can choose to pay cash, check, or online at ybpay.lifetouch.com with the code 14432422.
Please remember to bring your mask and a filled (reusable) water bottle!
The Hot lunch Menu can be found at:
http://www.pousd.org/food-services.html
NEW ENROLLMENT
POCS enrollment for NEXT year -- 22/23: we will have an informational meeting on December 2nd for interested 5th and 6th graders and their parents. The priority registrations will be accepted December 3rd through January 21st. We will continue to accept them until we are full, then we will start the waiting list. In order to be prepared to complete the registration packet please have your student's birth certificate, immunization record including TDAP shot, and most recent report card.
Meeting information will be posted in November.
POCS Enrollment for THIS school year (incoming 7th or 8th graders) for the 21-22 school year:
Enrollment application available at https://pinerolivet.aeries.net/enrollment
You will need the student's birth certificate, recent report card, immunization record. If you have any questions please email kwofford@pousd.org
COVID TESTING information and a calendar of pop-up testing sites: see the county of sonoma site
This page also discusses the difference between the rapid antigen test and PCR.
Chromebook and Textbooks return: Email Mrs. Wofford - kwofford@pousd.org
To access Aeries: pinerolivet.aeries.net
click on PARENT/STUDENT PORTAL button on the right - If this hasn't been set up click on create new account (in smaller print)
(If it has been set up just enter your email)
click on PARENT/GUARDIAN (the student button has not been completed) - click next
Enter your email .. re-enter your email
create password .. re-enter the password
You should receive an email with the parent verification code from Aeries ( email kwofford@pousd.org if you don't see this within a day)
Student verification
Enter student's ID (4 or 5 digit #)
home # (or cell)
enter verification code from Aeries (11 digit number/letter)
If you have any questions please email kwofford@pousd.org
Lo que necesita para acceder a Aeries: pinerolivet.aeries.net
Oprima el botón PORTAL DE PADRES / ESTUDIANTES a la derecha - Si esto no se ha configurado, favor de crear una nueva cuenta (en letra más pequeña)
(Si ya ha sido configurado, ingrese su correo electrónico)
Oprima en PADRE / TUTOR (el botón del estudiante no se ha completado) - después oprima
ponga su correo electrónico. Vuelva a poner su correo electrónico para crear una contraseña. Vuelva a poner la contraseña
Recibirá un correo electrónico de Aeries con el código de verificación para los padres.
(Si no recibe el correo electrónico de Aeries en 24 horas, envíe un correo electrónico a la oficina de su escuela. )
Verificación del estudiante
Ingrese la identificación del estudiante (es entre 4 o 5 números)
Su número de teléfono de casa o su celular
ingrese el código de verificación que le envió Aeries (números / letras de 11 dígitos)
Covid-19 School Guidance Information can be found on the ABOUT page.
Home to School communication - The fastest way to connect with us is via email, kwofford@pousd.org.
Karen Wofford - office manager - handles paperwork, registration, and other logistical questions (kwofford@pousd.org)
Your student's teacher - handles their class curriculum and instruction including what assignments your child should do & due dates, where to find information to do school work, how their grading systems work, and any other questions about the daily functioning of school.
Grade 7
Mrs. McDonough jmcdonough@pousd.org Ms. Worstell jworstell@pousd.org
Mrs. Meyer ameyer@pousd.org Mr. Strasser jstrasser@pousd.org
Grade 8
Mrs. Berry dberry@pousd.org Mr. Pitchford rpitchford@pousd.org
Ms. Brandenburg jbrandenburg@pousd.org Mr. Finnegan afinnegan@pousd.org
Program Assistants:
Mrs. Cahill tcahill@pousd.org Mrs. Matteoli lmatteoli@pousd.org
Heather Graham - principal - handles questions and concerns about curriculum, distance learning systems, student learning, and just about anything else not listed above related to POCS! (hgraham@pousd.org)
ParentSquare communication
ParentSquare is designed to keep parents informed and facilitate participation at school. It provides a safe way for the school principal, teachers, staff, and parents to send and receive school and class information.
You can get to ParentSquare: parentsquare.com enter your email or phone number that you have on file at school
ParentSquare Parent Videos
Padres - Introducción a ParentSquare
All school, grade level and classroom information will now be sent to your computer or phone via email and/or text or you can download the free App. The Help & Support question mark in the top right corner can help answer most of your questions. So join in!
Comunicación entre el hogar y la escuela
La forma más rápida de conectarse con nosotros es por correo electrónico, también puede llamar al 707-522-3310.
Karen Wofford, gerente de la oficina, maneja el papeleo, el registro y otras preguntas logísticas (kwofford@pousd.org)
El maestro de su estudiante: maneja el plan de estudios y la instrucción de la clase, incluidas las tareas que debe hacer su hijo y las fechas de entrega, dónde encontrar información para hacer el trabajo escolar, cómo funcionan sus sistemas de calificación y cualquier otra pregunta sobre el funcionamiento diario de la escuela.
Grado 7
Sra. McDonough jmcdonough@pousd.org Sra. Worstell jworstell@pousd.org
Sra. Meyer ameyer@pousd.org Sr. Strasser jstrasser@pousd.org
Grado 8
Sra. Berry dberry@pousd.org Sr. Pitchford rpitchford@pousd.org
Sra. Brandenburg jbrandenburg@pousd.org Sr. Finnegan afinnegan@pousd.org
Program Assistants:
Sra. Cahill tcahill@students.pousd.org Sra. Matteoli lmatteoli@students.pousd.org
Heather Graham, directora, maneja preguntas e inquietudes sobre el plan de estudios, los sistemas de aprendizaje a distancia, el aprendizaje de los estudiantes y casi cualquier otra cosa que no esté en la lista anterior relacionada con POCS. (hgraham@pousd.org)
Horario escolar
Aunque puede haber pequeños ajustes en el cronograma, el cronograma básico para POCS es el siguiente:
Horario de aprendizaje a distancia de POCS
Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri Block 1 8:40 - 10:40 Break 10:40 - 11:00 Block 2 11:00 - 1:00
Wednesday Block 1 8:40 - 9:40 Block 2 9:40 - 10:40 Tiempo de aprendizaje independiente
El horario de oficina varía según el maestro
Comunicación ParentSquare
ParentSquare está diseñado para mantener informados a los padres y facilitar la participación en la escuela. Proporciona una forma segura para que el director de la escuela, los maestros, el personal y los padres envíen y reciban información sobre la escuela y la clase.
Videos para padres de ParentSquare
Padres - Introducción a ParentSquare
Toda la información de la escuela, el nivel de grado y el aula ahora se enviará a su computadora o teléfono por correo electrónico y / o mensaje de texto o puede descargar la aplicación gratuita.
PARENT CLUB Meeting dates - use the zoom link below
New schedule next school year!
More information on the Parent page (click on heading at the top of the page)
4:30 POCS Executive Committee
Executive Committee
https://pousd-org.zoom.us/j/92076675738?pwd=RVk5a0VRUUx5Q0ptY0N5NzdVWlBKQT09
Parent Club
https://pousd-org.zoom.us/j/99890208693?pwd=WWxBYlFLUGQwNEJGWWl6YTRWRFkzdz09
POCS asks that parents attend at least 6 Parent Club meetings during the year and this goes towards your parent hours too! These meetings keep you informed, build relationships with staff and other parents, and give you an opportunity to help decide what the group does.
POUSD 2020-2021 School Year Update -- A message from Steve Charbonneau, Superintendent
Dear Piner-Olivet Community,
We are excited to return to a more normal school year in 2021-22 and to seeing your student on August 12 for the first day of school! This year, we return to pre-pandemic bell schedules with classrooms at pre-pandemic occupancy. This was confirmed last week, when we received some additional public health guidance from the CA Department of Public Health (CDPH) for K-12 schools going into the 2021-22 school year. CDPH’s guiding statement for that bulletin was, “The foundational principle of this guidance is that all students must have access to safe and full in-person instruction and to as much instructional time as possible.” I summarize some additional takeaways from that bulletin here:
• Masks will be required for students (unless legally exempted) indoors
• Staff working directly with students, will be required to wear masks indoors
• Masks will be optional outdoors
• With the wearing of masks, classrooms can run at pre-pandemic occupancy
CDPH intends to facilitate student vaccinations this fall. I want to encourage POUSD families to consider vaccinations for their children when the opportunity arises in order to promote the safest school environment possible and to prevent disruptions to your student’s educational experience. We continue to be required to send symptomatic students home and to follow Public Health protocols in order to facilitate their return to the classroom this coming school year.
As previously shared, a key focus for 2021-22 will be the implementation of our Learning Recovery Plan, an initiative designed to help students recover any learning that may have been lost during the pandemic. In early Fall, teachers will be proctoring a summative assessment that will allow us to establish a baseline literacy and math competency level for students. With that data, we will create a learning plan for each student and use assessment data to monitor their academic growth over time. Indeed, we are determined to help students achieve tremendous academic growth in 2021-22!
For families interested in a Distance Learning/Independent Study program for 2021-22, we have two potential options. Northwest Prep is expanding its Home Study program for the 2021-22 school year to serve students K-12. In addition, Northwest Prep is launching an Online Academy that will also serve students K-12. Both of these programs are an excellent way to facilitate home-based learning.
More details, specifically related to your student’s schooling, will be forthcoming directly from your student’s school site.
Respectfully,
Steve Charbonneau
***ATTENDANCE TIPS FROM THE OFFICE ***
If your child is absent, please send 1 email to their 2 teachers and Mrs. Wofford at kwofford@pousd.org with your student’s name, grade level, and the reason for their absence. Not notifying the office of a valid absence can lead to your child having UNEXCUSED absences, which can lead to truancy. Superintendent Update [9/10]
Dear POUSD Community,
We have recently updated our Masking protocols to reflect current County Public Health guidance and to protect the health and welfare of POUSD students and staff. Here is our updated guidance:
Masking
As a public school district, we are required to follow County Department of Public Health (CDPH) guidelines which require that masks be worn at school while indoors for everybody, regardless of vaccination status. Additionally, CDHS and Sonoma County Office of Education are now jointly “strongly recommending” outdoor masking in school settings. POUSD is following that guidance as well. From CDHS regarding selecting an effective mask, "Cloth masks can work well if they are tight fitting and made of materials that filter out small particles... Medical masks include various types of loose-fitting disposable masks." Bandanas and Gators are considered less effective and POUSD staff and students are asked to refrain from wearing them at school. Here is a graphic that will help students and staff differentiate types of masks and what is allowable: MASK GRAPHIC
We encourage all members of the POUSD community to visit our Health and Safety page to keep up to date with our current COVID protocols, as well as other health and safety procedures.
Respectfully,
Steve Charbonneau
--
Dr. Steve Charbonneau
Superintendent
Piner-Olivet Union School District
Our History
We have worked hard to create a challenging, safe, and rewarding environment for our students. Led by dedicated staff and teachers and supported by a long tradition of parental involvement, we’ve been able to achieve our goals of providing superior educational and developmental opportunities for our students, and having a positive impact on the surrounding community.