Welcome to POCS
Home of the Timberwolves
Piner-Olivet Charter School 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.
Home of the Timberwolves
Piner-Olivet Charter School 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: Kirsten Sanft 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: Kirsten Sanft 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
Looking for Enrollment for next year? Scroll down!
Does your student need help with schoolwork?
Time: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 2:00 to 3:30 Wednesday 11:00 to 12:15
MATH TUTORING WITH MR. BAUTISTA
Join Zoom Meeting
https://pousd-org.zoom.us/j/97179470778?pwd=ZHI5aXlVT3hSa0Z3amRJZk9qSitaZz09
Meeting ID: 971 7947 0778 Passcode: 4350 One tap mobile 1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)
ENGLISH TUTORING WITH MRS. MATTEOLI
Join Zoom meeting
https://pousd-org.zoom.us/j/93037618873?pwd=OWV5SDlLYm1JVkZNZmpRNWxkYWNDZz09
Having issues with Zoom???
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzjfBdFWOf0
After updating and clearing the history and cookies (see youtube video above)
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 (you can 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
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
Mr. Pitchford rpitchford@pousd.org
Mrs. Berry dberry@pousd.org
Mr. Finnegan afinnegan@pousd.org
Ms. Brandenburg jbrandenburg@pousd.org
Program Assistants:
Mrs. Cahill tcahill@students.pousd.org
Mrs. Matteoli lmatteoli@students.pousd.org
Mr. Bautista bbautista@students.pousd.org
Kirsten Sanft - principal - handles questions and concerns about curriculum, distance learning systems, student learning, and just about anything else not listed above related to POCS! (ksanft@pousd.org)
School Schedule
Although there might be slight adjustments to the schedule, the basic schedule for POCS is as follows:
POCS Distance Learning Schedule
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
Independent Learning time
Office hours vary by teacher
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 send and receive school and class information.
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!
Thank you for all your patience with the changes related to distance learning. We are looking forward to a great year!
Sincerely, Kirsten Sanft, Principal
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
Sr. Pitchford rpitchford@pousd.org
Sra. Berry dberry@pousd.org
Sr. Finnegan afinnegan@pousd.org
Sra. Brandenburg jbrandenburg@pousd.org
Program Assistants:
Mrs. Cahill tcahill@students.pousd.org
Mrs. Matteoli lmatteoli@students.pousd.org
Mr. Bautista bbautista@students.pousd.org
Kirsten Sanft, 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. (ksanft@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
Independent Learning time
Office hours vary by teacher
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.
El signo de interrogación de Ayuda y soporte en la esquina superior derecha puede ayudar a responder la mayoría de sus preguntas. ¡Así que únete!
Gracias por su paciencia con todos los cambios por causa del aprendizaje a distancia!
Sinceramente, Kirsten Sanft
Incoming 7th/8th graders for the 20-21 school year:
POCS is still taking enrollment applications for the 2020-2021 School year. We usually receive more applications than we have space so don't delay!! We have enrollment packets on the front door of the office or Email Mrs. Wofford at kwofford@pousd.org for an enrollment packet.
Enrollment for next year -- 21-22 school year:
POCS will have a ZOOM Information meeting on December 2nd at 6pm. Enrollment Information and directions for next year will be discussed. Meet our staff and hear about our programs. A zoom link will be posted in November. Be prepared to enroll early with the following paperwork:
a copy of your student's birth certificate
a copy of their most recent report card (example: POUSD trimester 1 report card)
up to date immunization record including their TDAP shot
PARENT CLUB Meeting dates - use the zoom link below
11/17 12/15 1/19 2/16 3/16 4/20 5/18
4:30 POCS Executive Committee
https://zoom.us/j/99717575792?pwd=M0tLN3hsZ0owWXYwL2VRcWl6TWdxZz09
6:00 POCS Parent Club
https://pousd-org.zoom.us/j/92229922615?pwd=VXQwWERXYWh0RUp4ME1md0ZZdDFZUT09
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.
***ATTENDANCE TIPS FROM THE OFFICE ***
If your child is absent, please email your 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.
Does your student need help with schoolwork?
Time: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 2:00 to 3:30 Wednesday 11:00 to 12:15
MATH TUTORING WITH MR. BAUTISTA
Join Zoom Meeting
https://pousd-org.zoom.us/j/97179470778?pwd=ZHI5aXlVT3hSa0Z3amRJZk9qSitaZz09
Meeting ID: 971 7947 0778 Passcode: 4350 One tap mobile 1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)
ENGLISH TUTORING WITH MRS. MATTEOLI
Join Zoom meeting
https://pousd-org.zoom.us/j/93037618873?pwd=OWV5SDlLYm1JVkZNZmpRNWxkYWNDZz09
Having issues with Zoom???
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzjfBdFWOf0
After updating and clearing the history and cookies (see youtube video above)
- Use the best Internet connection you can.
- Mute your microphone when you're not speaking.
- Stop your webcam video when you don't need it.
- Disable HD webcam video.
- Close other, unneeded applications on your computer.
- Avoid other activities that will steal bandwidth.
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 (you can 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
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
Mr. Pitchford rpitchford@pousd.org
Mrs. Berry dberry@pousd.org
Mr. Finnegan afinnegan@pousd.org
Ms. Brandenburg jbrandenburg@pousd.org
Program Assistants:
Mrs. Cahill tcahill@students.pousd.org
Mrs. Matteoli lmatteoli@students.pousd.org
Mr. Bautista bbautista@students.pousd.org
Kirsten Sanft - principal - handles questions and concerns about curriculum, distance learning systems, student learning, and just about anything else not listed above related to POCS! (ksanft@pousd.org)
School Schedule
Although there might be slight adjustments to the schedule, the basic schedule for POCS is as follows:
POCS Distance Learning Schedule
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
Independent Learning time
Office hours vary by teacher
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 send and receive school and class information.
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!
Thank you for all your patience with the changes related to distance learning. We are looking forward to a great year!
Sincerely, Kirsten Sanft, Principal
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
Sr. Pitchford rpitchford@pousd.org
Sra. Berry dberry@pousd.org
Sr. Finnegan afinnegan@pousd.org
Sra. Brandenburg jbrandenburg@pousd.org
Program Assistants:
Mrs. Cahill tcahill@students.pousd.org
Mrs. Matteoli lmatteoli@students.pousd.org
Mr. Bautista bbautista@students.pousd.org
Kirsten Sanft, 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. (ksanft@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
Independent Learning time
Office hours vary by teacher
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.
El signo de interrogación de Ayuda y soporte en la esquina superior derecha puede ayudar a responder la mayoría de sus preguntas. ¡Así que únete!
Gracias por su paciencia con todos los cambios por causa del aprendizaje a distancia!
Sinceramente, Kirsten Sanft
Incoming 7th/8th graders for the 20-21 school year:
POCS is still taking enrollment applications for the 2020-2021 School year. We usually receive more applications than we have space so don't delay!! We have enrollment packets on the front door of the office or Email Mrs. Wofford at kwofford@pousd.org for an enrollment packet.
Enrollment for next year -- 21-22 school year:
POCS will have a ZOOM Information meeting on December 2nd at 6pm. Enrollment Information and directions for next year will be discussed. Meet our staff and hear about our programs. A zoom link will be posted in November. Be prepared to enroll early with the following paperwork:
a copy of your student's birth certificate
a copy of their most recent report card (example: POUSD trimester 1 report card)
up to date immunization record including their TDAP shot
PARENT CLUB Meeting dates - use the zoom link below
11/17 12/15 1/19 2/16 3/16 4/20 5/18
4:30 POCS Executive Committee
https://zoom.us/j/99717575792?pwd=M0tLN3hsZ0owWXYwL2VRcWl6TWdxZz09
6:00 POCS Parent Club
https://pousd-org.zoom.us/j/92229922615?pwd=VXQwWERXYWh0RUp4ME1md0ZZdDFZUT09
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.
***ATTENDANCE TIPS FROM THE OFFICE ***
If your child is absent, please email your 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.
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.