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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of April 27, 2026]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Lunch with a Loved One! It was such a special time seeing our community come together and share a meal on campus. We truly appreciate your support and the joy you bring to our school.

A few reminders for the week:

⚫ 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆: We love seeing our Golden Eagles represent their future colleges!
⚫ 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆: A group of our teachers will be visiting another AVID school as we continue strengthening our AVID implementation at Golden.
⚫ 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: We hope to see many of you there for a fun and engaging evening of learning.
⚫ 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲: The last day to purchase a yearbook is 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟭.

I hope everyone has a wonderful week ahead. I look forward to seeing your amazing children and many of you on campus. We truly appreciate your partnership.

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

𝘚𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘉𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵, 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘺 𝘎𝘰𝘭𝘥𝘦𝘯 – 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘚𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵, 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘋𝘢𝘺. 💙💛🦅]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:13:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kindergarten Parent Education Night on April 29, 2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2192567</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:20:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[May Attendance Challenge]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:18:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Save the Date: Teacher Appreciation Week Activities Coming Soon]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:17:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Upcoming Events]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2025 15:02:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden's TK-2 Literacy Night - April 30, 2026]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:21:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of April 20, 2026]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

We have a big week ahead! Our Spring Lunch with a Loved One will take place on Tuesday and Thursday. Please read below for more details.

As a quick heads up, we are seeing the possibility of rain this week. We will continue to monitor the weather closely. If we are able to make the event work as planned, we absolutely will. Sending all the good vibes our way!

Also, Wednesday is Administrative Professionals Day! Our staff will be celebrating and thanking Nicole and Stacy for all they do, but if you would like to send a note or share a message of appreciation, I know it would mean so much to them. If you have ever visited our front office, you know how incredibly busy it is. They do an amazing job supporting our students, staff, and families each and every day, and we would love to shower them with appreciation all week long.

I hope everyone has a wonderful week! I look forward to seeing your amazing children and many of you on campus. We truly appreciate your partnership.

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

𝘚𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘉𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵, 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘺 𝘎𝘰𝘭𝘥𝘦𝘯 – 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘚𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵, 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘋𝘢𝘺. 💙💛🦅]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 22:50:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Lunch with a Loved One: April 21 & April 23]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 22:53:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of April 13, 2026]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

Welcome BACK! I hope you all had a wonderful spring break and are ready for a fantastic finish to the school year. We still have LOTS of school left, so let’s hold off on those vacation plans just a little longer! We have important instruction ahead, along with our CAASPP testing in April and May, so let’s keep our eye on the prize!

This week, our parenting classes officially begin! If you are even considering it, I highly encourage you to come to our first class on Tuesday. Erin Sherard is a legend in her own right, and the classes she leads are truly phenomenal. If you can make it work with your schedule, you will be so glad you did. Trust me, I wish I could sit in and listen each week!

I’m also excited to share some upcoming events:

𝗟𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 – 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟯𝟬𝘁𝗵
Please RSVP! The first 50 families who RSVP and attend will receive a free book. It will be a fun, engaging, and valuable evening for families, with strategies and tips to strengthen literacy at home and directly support your child’s academic success.

𝗟𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗢𝗻𝗲 – 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟮𝟭𝘀𝘁 & 𝟮𝟯𝗿𝗱
Please see the information linked below for details. We are so excited to bring this special event back!

𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗡𝗼𝘄
Our yearbooks are always something special! We work hard to keep costs down while creating a high-quality memory book for our students.

𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿?
If your family will not be returning, please complete the survey linked below. This helps us tremendously with staffing and class size planning for next year. Having the most accurate information now truly makes a difference.

Above all, I hope your spring break was filled with family, friends, fun, and maybe even a little rest. We certainly enjoyed it! I can’t wait to see all of my favorite Golden Eagles back on campus.

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

𝘚𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘉𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵, 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘺 𝘎𝘰𝘭𝘥𝘦𝘯 – 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘚𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵, 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘋𝘢𝘺. 💙💛🦅]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:16:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Lunch with a Loved One: April 21 & April 23, 2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2187501</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:31:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Congratulations Exceptional Educators Award Recipients]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:20:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Break: April 6-10, 2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2185282</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:38:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Elementary Alma Mater Scholarships: Apply by March 31, 2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2155041</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:28:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Class - Seminar Tuesday]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2181016</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:06:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Book Fair: Set Up E-Wallet & Volunteer Today]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2178650</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:04:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Honor Band & Orchestra Concert: March 23, 2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2176088</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:32:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of March 23, 2026]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

We have a big and exciting week ahead!

𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟲. Be sure to mark your calendars for this special evening, which will include classroom visits, our Honorary Service Awards, the Book Fair, and our PTA Association Meeting. 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲, 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘄𝗮𝗹𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴.

We also have 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, as well as our 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 happening this Tuesday - we hope you can join us! Not sure how to sign up, just show up on Tuesday! It really is a great resource and our families who have attended, can speak to this!

As we head into this busy week, this is also a friendly reminder to please follow all 𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗽-𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 to ensure the safety of our students and community:

Please 𝗱𝗼 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀𝘄𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀
Please 𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗱 𝗱𝗼𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴, especially along busy streets
Please 𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀𝘄𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀
Please 𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗱 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗨-𝗧𝘂𝗿𝗻𝘀 along Golden Ave.
Thank you for your 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻!

We understand that traffic patterns have been impacted by the closure of the Golden Ave Bridge, which has affected access to some of our gates. We are doing our best to keep arrival and dismissal as smooth as possible for everyone. However, if we are unable to maintain safe and respectful practices, we may need to revisit which gates are open and accessible. We truly value being good neighbors and appreciate your support in modeling safe, respectful behavior for our students. These procedures are in place for everyone’s safety.

I can’t wait to see all of your students’ smiling faces and all of you Thursday evening!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

𝘚𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘉𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵, 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘺 𝘎𝘰𝘭𝘥𝘦𝘯 – 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘚𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵, 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘋𝘢𝘺. 💙💛🦅]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:02:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of March 16, 2026]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

The Shamrock N’ Run was to a huge success! Not only do we have many staff members and students participating in the runs and walks, but we also had students signed up for the first-ever Student Marketplace. We have the best entrepreneurs! As always, we are incredibly proud of our Golden Eagles and our community!

This week we have several exciting events happening on campus. On Tuesday, we will hold our Awards Assemblies (these are invitation only). We will also host Principal for the Day, when a special community member joins us to experience what it is like to be the principal at Golden. It’s a wonderful way to strengthen the connection between our school and our community.

We are also excited to welcome students from Tuffree who will be visiting Golden to perform for our upper grade students. We love celebrating and connecting with our community!

If you want to skip the cooking on Thursday, 6th Grade is hosting a restaurant night at Lampost Pizza. Use the code below and some proceeds will go back to our 6th Grade Committee. Who doesn't love to eat pizza?

A reminder that Open House is coming up on March 26. Please mark your calendars for this special evening that will include classroom visits, our Honorary Service Awards, the Book Fair, and our PTA Association Meeting. More information will be coming soon.

𝗔 𝗙𝗲𝘄 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀
Please remember to register any new-to-Golden students for next year as soon as possible. Our Early Bird and Late Bird TK spots are first come, first served, and early registration helps us plan for next year.

I can’t wait to see all of your students’ smiling faces!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

𝘚𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘉𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵, 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘺 𝘎𝘰𝘭𝘥𝘦𝘯 – 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘚𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵, 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘋𝘢𝘺. 💙💛🦅]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 08:54:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of March 9, 2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2176083</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

Spring is here - and the clocks have sprung forward! The sun is out and shining bright! Just like our Golden Eagles!

What an amazing week of Seussical! It was just magical and there is nothing better than watching our Golden Eagles sing and perform. I know you are just as proud of your children as I am!

Just a reminder Open House is coming up March 26th! Please mark your calendars for this special evening of classroom visits, Honorary Service Awards, Book Fair, and PTA Association Meeting. More information to come!

𝗔 𝗙𝗲𝘄 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀:

✅ Register your new-to-Golden students for next year — don’t delay! Early Bird/Late Bird TK is first come first served! We need your help to finalize our numbers!
✅ Sign up for the Reach Shamrock ’N Run! Who wants to walk with Mrs. Dempsey and me? The kids can run of course! Ha ha!

I cannot wait to see all of your students' smiling faces!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

𝘚𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘉𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵, 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘺 𝘎𝘰𝘭𝘥𝘦𝘯 – 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘚𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵, 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘋𝘢𝘺. 💙💛🦅]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Be Here, Shine Bright and Stay Golden!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2173010</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 09:17:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Honorary Service Awards: Submit Nominations by March 6, 2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2173007</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 09:15:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ShamRock 'n' Run Information: March 15, 2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2161192</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 09:13:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of March 2, 2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2173005</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

It is finally spring, and you would not know that based on last week’s weather. I cannot wait to be back in classrooms reading to some of our classes. This is also where I shamelessly plug the importance of reading at home. It starts with families reading together, and I challenge you to help your students unplug and spend more time with real life books. Reading together before bedtime is still a favorite core memory I have with my mom and something I did with my own daughters. It is my hope that you are finding time to read and talk to your children each day and night. The time goes by so quickly, and I miss those moments with my own girls now that they are in high school and college.

And now for the fun topic of safety along Golden Avenue. I know everyone loves seeing their favorite principal out along Golden Avenue asking people to please follow our best safety procedures. I hope everyone knows I am not trying to make anyone’s life harder or more difficult. These safety procedures are for you and your children. With the added construction, it has become even more important to help keep our children safe. When we see hundreds of cars making U turns because the road ends and we have families crossing the street, it can become a recipe for disaster. I have seen too many close calls, including one on Friday afternoon.

My ask for you is simple. 1) 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬/𝐏𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐔𝐩𝐬: 𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐢𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭. I understand it feels out of the way if you walk out and turn right and by the time you get to the end of Golden Avenue to cross it seems far away, but if you use the crosswalk when you first walk out, it only adds about two extra minutes. 2) 𝐀𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐨𝐧 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐭: 𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐭, 𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐰𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐨, 𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐥𝐨𝐭, 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐀𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐌𝐜𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐤. I understand it may feel easier to make a U turn at Golden Avenue to go the direction you want, but with so many cars turning around it is clogging the front of the school and adding congestion. When you add in the people not using the crosswalk, it makes it even more dangerous.

In the end, I realize most of you are making great and safe choices, so thank you for being models of respect, responsibility, and safety for your children. We appreciate you.

𝐀 𝐅𝐞𝐰 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬:

☑️ Register your new-to-Golden students for next year — don’t delay! Early Bird/Late Bird TK is first come first served! We need your help to finalize our numbers!
☑️ Sign up for the Reach Shamrock ’N Run! Who wants to walk with Mrs. Dempsey and me? The kids can run of course! Ha ha!
☑️ Take the calendar survey sent out last week - Deadline is Tuesday!

I cannot wait to see all of your students' smiling faces!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

𝘚𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘉𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵, 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘺 𝘎𝘰𝘭𝘥𝘦𝘯 – 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘚𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵, 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘋𝘢𝘺. 💙💛🦅]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 09:12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Battle of the Books]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2169757</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:03:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Teacher of the Year - Mrs. Jenner Rasic]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2164655</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 09:56:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Stakeholder Survey - Please Help Us!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2164701</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 10:44:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News - Week of February 23, 2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2169752</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

We just keep shining brightly here at Golden! It is a busy place, but your students are the best part! Wednesday's Battle of the Books was amazing! I just love our community!

This week we have Motivational Monday - it is back! Let's fill the campus with positivity! Also, Wednesday is our College Wednesday! Golden is an AVID school and we are excited to keep growing in this area to support all of our students!


And, another reminder that Wednesday the Golden Bridge Closure starts - weather pending. Please pay close attention to all communication regarding new traffic patterns and procedures. If there was ever a time to carefully follow directions (and truly, that should always be the case), this is it. We anticipate delays, so please plan ahead. This will be our “new normal” for the next six months, and your cooperation is truly appreciated. As always, safety is our top priority.

𝐀 𝐅𝐞𝐰 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬:

☑️ Register your new-to-Golden students for next year - don’t delay! Early Bird/Late Bird TK is first come first served! We need your help to finalize our numbers!

☑️ Sign up for the Reach Shamrock ’N Run! Who wants to walk with Mrs. Dempsey and me? The kids can run of course! Ha ha!

☑️ Please complete the LCAP/Stakeholder Survey by 4:00 PM 𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲. We currently have low participation rates, and with new district leadership, your voice is especially important. Your feedback truly matters. The deadline has been extended - please consider filling this out!

I cannot wait to see all of your students' smiling faces!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

Shine Bright, Stay Golden – Every Student, Every Day. 💙💛🦅]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Bridge Project - Golden Ave. Closure Coming Soon]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2164658</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 09:57:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of February 16, 2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2167381</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

I hope you enjoyed your three-day weekend! We have another big week ahead at Golden!

𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 – 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐬
This is an after-school event. Students must leave campus at dismissal and may return at 2:00 PM for registration. All teams must have at least one parent/adult supervising them. We are excited for an afternoon of reading, teamwork, and fun!

𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 – 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐬
Please pay close attention to all communication regarding new traffic patterns and procedures. If there was ever a time to carefully follow directions (and truly, that should always be the case), this is it. We anticipate delays, so please plan ahead. This will be our “new normal” for the next six months, and your cooperation is truly appreciated. As always, safety is our top priority.

𝐀 𝐅𝐞𝐰 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬:
✔️Register your new-to-Golden students for next year — don’t delay!
✔️Sign up for the Reach Shamrock ’N Run! Who wants to walk with Mrs. Dempsey and me?
✔️ Please complete the LCAP/Stakeholder Survey by 4:00 PM on Friday. We currently have low participation rates, and with new district leadership, your voice is especially important. Your feedback truly matters.

Thank you for your partnership and continued support of Golden.

Warmly,
𝐊𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐜𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐝
Principal, Golden Elementary

Shine Bright, Stay Golden – Every Student, Every Day. 💙💛🦅]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 08:51:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of February 9, 2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2164650</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

What a wonderful week at Golden! It was an absolute honor to be part of Mrs. Rasic’s Teacher of the Year announcement with the PYLUSD Prize Patrol. We also loved hosting our first annual Mid-Winter Concert featuring our 4th–6th grade strings, band, and vocal students. Each performance was impressive, and we are so thankful to the families who were able to attend. If you missed it, don’t worry, we will repeat this celebration in the spring near the end of the year!

We are looking forward to a week of kindness and love full of 100th Day Celebrations and Valentine Parties!

As a reminder, there is no school on Monday in observance of Lincoln’s Birthday. Here are a few important highlights that you can read more about below:

✔️ It’s time to register incoming TK and Kindergarten students who will be new to Golden next year.
✔️ Please review the upcoming Golden Avenue closure, which will impact arrival and dismissal procedures.
✔️ Our award-winning Love and Logic Parent Classes begin Tuesday morning. If you’re unsure how to register, simply show up, we will help you during the first session. These are outstanding parenting classes and highly recommended!
✔️ Don’t forget to sign up for the REACH Shamrock N’ Run. We’ve set a goal to increase Golden participation. We hope to see many of you walking or running with us!

Also PLEASE help us out and take the LCAP/Stakeholder Survey! Your voice is important!

Have a wonderful long weekend. We look forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary
Shine Bright. Stay Golden. 🦅]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 09:54:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Yearbook Cover Contest: Artwork Due March 1, 2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2157963</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 09:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Accountability Report Cards]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Every school in California is required by state law to publish a School Accountability Report Card (SARC) by February 1 of each year. The SARC contains information about the condition and performance of each California public school.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 20:01:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of February 2, 2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2161189</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

Science Night was awesome! Thank you to our PTA, our amazing staff, and all of our wonderful volunteers for making it such a success. These are the moments we treasure most, and it was so special to see so many of you there. It truly was a fun and memorable night for our Golden community!

We also had a successful Kindness Week, and of course, kindness never ends at Golden. Stay tuned for more fun activities as we continue supporting our students in making positive choices and choosing kindness every day.

We have another busy and exciting week ahead, including a visit from our superintendent, Dr. Kym. We will also be celebrating our Eagle of the Month, hosting Pizza with the Principals, and enjoying music concerts for our 4th–6th grade students on Friday. We hope many of our families are able to join us for these special events.

Have a wonderful week! Don't forget there is no school next Monday, February 9th for Lincoln's Birthday!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary
Shine Bright. Stay Golden. 🦅]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 09:11:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of January 26, 2026]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

We are excited to kick off Kindness Week with multiple activities to engage our students! Both PAL and Student Council, our leadership groups, have planned some amazing events. Let’s start tomorrow by wearing your favorite team gear. It is going to be an amazing week! Of course every week we strive to be kind, and it is a great reminder to highlight the kindness of our students, staff, and community!

We also have Science Night this week on Thursday! Come enjoy dinner, hands-on STEM activities, learn about animals, investigate exciting experiments, check out robotics, and so much more. We will be opening the gate near childcare at the front of the school for this event. If you have not RSVPed, you can still attend. This is a free event brought to you by our amazing PTA and one you will not want to miss. We hope to see you there!

Have a wonderful week!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary
Shine Bright. Stay Golden. 🦅]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 09:21:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Great Kindness Challenge Week]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 09:29:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Lost & Found Help - Volunteers Needed]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2155039</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:26:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Seussical Jr. Play Information]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 09:01:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of January 19, 2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2155034</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

I hope everyone is enjoying the three-day weekend. The weather has been warm and sunny, which feels like a sign to stay on track, keep working hard, and continue shining bright. As you all know, Golden is such a special school, and I am truly honored to be part of this amazing community.

I wanted to share that our PTA Jog-a-Thon was extremely successful, and I am working closely with our Jog-a-Thon coordinator to roll out prizes for our students. The first prize will be sent home on Tuesday. I believe it is a cooler cup. Once we have a finalized schedule for all prize rollouts, we will be sure to share it. Most of the activities are already scheduled, and we are just waiting on one more. It is always such a fun experience for our Golden Eagles.

I also want to highlight the important information below regarding our fourth through sixth grade midwinter concert, help needed for our lost and found, safety reminders, and our exciting parenting class coming soon.

As always, we have many exciting things happening at Golden. Please do not forget to RSVP for Science Night and have your student wear a college T-shirt or sweatshirt on Wednesday for College Wear Wednesday.

Let’s have a great week. Thank you always for your partnership.

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary
Shine Bright. Stay Golden. 🦅]]></description>
				


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				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 13:20:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[After-School Enrichment: Mock Trial (Enroll by January 21, 2026)]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 13:27:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of January 12, 2026]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

We hope you had a wonderful weekend and are ready for another great week at Golden!

This Monday, we invite you to join us for Coffee with the Principals and our PTA Association Meeting. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect, ask questions, and stay informed about all the exciting things happening on campus. I hope to see you there! Please check in after 7:50 AM once all students are through the gates.

A huge thank you to our incredible PTA. It was so fun to see all the new Golden spirit wear being worn with pride around campus last week. Our Golden Eagles truly shine bright!

Looking ahead, Science Night is coming soon and is completely free for families. Please remember to RSVP so we can plan accordingly and ensure a fantastic experience for everyone.

We are also excited to share that we will be hosting a Winter Concert for students in grades 4–6 featuring our string orchestra, band, and vocal performers. Details are included below.

We continue to focus on attendance and creating fun ways to recognize and encourage students to follow our schoolwide expectations through PBIS. Last week, students enjoyed a PBIS Pop-Up Shop with hot chocolate, and we are busy planning a few more surprises for our Golden Eagles. The hot chocolate was a huge hit!

Progress reports should be coming home at the end of the week. We also encourage families of students in grades 3–6 to regularly check Aeries to stay informed about academic progress. Please reach out to your child’s teacher if you have any questions or concerns.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Have a wonderful week!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary
Shine Bright. Stay Golden. 🦅]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 08:55:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Come Chat with Golden's Leadership Team on January 12, 2026]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 13:21:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of January 5, 2026]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

Welcome back and Happy 2026! We hope you enjoyed a restful and joyful break and are feeling refreshed as we begin a new year together at Golden Elementary. We are all looking forward to a wonderful week welcoming our students back to campus and feeling the positive energy as learning resumes.

This week is already off to an exciting start. We are kicking things off with Motivational Monday to inspire our students as they jump back into learning. We are also looking forward to Pizza with the Principal, which gives both Mrs. Dempsey and me the chance to connect with students, hear their voices, and celebrate what makes Golden such a special place. In addition, we will be recognizing our Eagle of the Month and celebrating students who exemplify our Golden expectations and values. We also are kicking off our PBIS Refresh Week as we review and practice our school-wide expectations.

This work helps ensure our campus remains a safe, positive, and supportive environment where all students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

As we move forward, we are excited to gear up and fully support our students and school community as we enter what is historically the strongest and most impactful instructional time of the year. This is a prime season for growth, progress, and achievement, and our teachers are ready to challenge, inspire, and support every learner every day. Which also leads to a friendly reminder that attendance truly matters. Being at school every day makes a significant difference in student learning and success. If your child is healthy, please be sure they are at school and ready to learn each day.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. We are grateful to work alongside such an incredible community and look forward to all that we will accomplish together.

Warmly,
Kristin McDonaldPrincipal, Golden Elementary
Shine Bright. Stay Golden. 🦅]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 13:17:00 -0800</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

It is mid-December and our Golden Eagles are working hard! Please remember that every day is important. If your child could be in school, they should be in school. Every Day Counts!

I also want to address a safety concern taking place in front of the school. Families, please use the crosswalk before and after school. Golden Avenue is extremely busy during drop-off and dismissal, and walking through traffic is very unsafe. We have had far too many close calls. Taking the extra few minutes to walk to the crosswalk, where our crossing guard is stationed, truly helps keep everyone safe. Thank you for putting safety first.

This week we have College Wear Wednesday! Let’s see our Golden College Pride. And fun fact: Tuesday is the 67th day of school. Never have we discussed this number with such importance… what a silly thing, 6–7!

Mrs. Dempsey and I are excited to meet with our 5th and 6th Grade Student Council representatives on Tuesday at lunch and to enjoy delicious donuts on Wednesday with our PBIS Donut Experience winners. So fun! We are always so proud of our Golden Eagles. They are respectful, responsible, and safe!

Don’t forget to support Student Council by bringing in new socks to help community members in need.

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary
Shine Bright. Stay Golden. 🦅]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 09:21:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Chipotle Fundraiser: December 17, 2025 | 4-8 PM]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 09:38:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TK Information Meeting: January 8, 2026]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 09:24:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Student Council Sock Drive]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 09:18:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Jog-a-Thon Pledge Deadline for Prizes]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 09:19:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of December 1, 2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2139961</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

I hope you all enjoyed your Thanksgiving week! We are back and ready for three rigorous and robust weeks of school in December, so please be sure students come to school each and every day. Vacations and trips should always be scheduled around the school calendar. Instruction is never the same when catching up or completing an independent study, and teachers spend hours preparing those packets. The best gift you can give your teacher is the gift of no independent studies. Thank you for planning ahead and helping us keep learning strong.

Many of you saw that PYLUSD released the 2026-27 school calendar, and it includes significant changes. Please take time to look it over before booking any trips for next year. A few highlights are listed at the link below.

Our Spirit Wear Store is open now until Monday, December 1. There has been huge demand for this, and it will be the only official offering for the year. Place your order today, because the store closes on Monday.

I am also very excited to share that Golden is officially ranked number 56 out of all elementary schools in California. This is an incredible recognition, and I am truly honored to be part of such an amazing school community. Thank you for your partnership, your support, and all you do to help Golden shine.

We have a wonderful month ahead. Our Student Council launches their service project on Monday, and we cannot wait to see how many new pairs of socks our Golden Eagles collect to help those in need.

With appreciation,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary
Shine Bright. Stay Golden. 🦅]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 09:16:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 09:21:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Elementary School Recognized Among California’s Top Public Schools]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The U.S. News & World Report recently released its 2026 Best K–8 Schools rankings, recognizing top-performing elementary and middle schools nationwide. The PYLUSD is proud to announce that Golden Elementary School earned a commendable position as the No. 56 elementary school in California. This distinction reflects the school’s ongoing commitment to academic excellence and student success.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 09:25:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Newly Identified GATE Information]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 08:20:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of November 17, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

Welcome to Parent-Teacher Conference Week! This is such an important time for us to connect and partner together in support of your children. Thank you for attending your conferences and for being active participants in your child’s learning. We truly value your insight and collaboration.

This week also brings a modified schedule leading into Thanksgiving/Fall Break. We will have two minimum days (Wednesday and Thursday - please see the schedule linked below) and a non-student day on Friday. With shorter days, every minute of instruction becomes even more valuable. Please make every effort to ensure your child attends school each day. When students miss instructional time, they miss key learning that builds on their academic success.

As we head into Fall Break, I want to wish all of our families a very Happy Thanksgiving. May your week be filled with rest, joy, and meaningful time with friends and family. I am deeply grateful for our incredible community and truly honored to serve the families of Golden. Thank you for being such strong partners in your child’s educational journey. Happy Thanksgiving. Our weekly newsletter will return on Sunday, November 30th

With thanks and gratitude,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary
Shine Bright. Stay Golden. 🦅]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 09:07:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Order Your Spirit Wear Now!]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 16:20:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Urban Plates 6th Grade Fundraiser on November 19]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Don't feel like cooking on Wednesday? Head over to Urban Plates to support our 6th Grade. Be sure to present this flyer (digital is fine) our use the code if ordering online. Thank you!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 09:10:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of November 10, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

Thank you to everyone for your incredible support of our Jog-a-thon! It was a huge success! We loved having so many families on campus cheering on our Golden Eagles. It was truly a great event! A huge thank you to our amazing Golden PTA for always going above and beyond to support our school, our students, and our community. We are so grateful for you!

This Tuesday is Veterans Day. Please enjoy the day with family and friends in remembrance of all our brave veterans, soldiers, and first responders. Your service and sacrifice are deeply appreciated.

Wednesday is College Wear Wednesday! We can’t wait to see everyone representing their favorite colleges and universities.

And now for some exciting news. Just a little sneak peek before a formal announcement comes out! U.S. News & World Report has released its new rankings, and Golden Elementary was ranked #56 out of more than 5,400 elementary schools in California! That places us in the top 1% of all schools in the state! This incredible recognition would not be possible without your partnership and support.

I also want to take a moment to acknowledge our exceptional team of teachers and staff. They are some of the hardest working, most caring, and innovative educators around. In the spirit of gratitude, this is the perfect time to thank your child’s teacher or any staff member who has made a difference. I know I am truly thankful for our supportive community and our amazing Golden team!

As we begin the second trimester, please remember that although the holiday season is approaching, our focus remains on providing a high quality education every single day.

We have seen an increase in absences and independent studies, which is concerning. Nothing can replace the value of your child being in class for dynamic, in person, high-quality instruction. Please make every effort to ensure your child attends school daily. Our office team will be reviewing data regarding independent study requests closely. We ask that you help by scheduling family trips during planned holiday breaks. More information will follow, but we appreciate your partnership in supporting strong attendance. As you know our teachers work extremely hard, and independent study requests add to this time. Nothing is more disheartening or upsetting, when a request is made and work is provided, and yet work does not happen during the trip. We ask that you truly consider this when making your request. Independent studies will also not count toward attendance recognition and awards.

Finally, I hope everyone has scheduled a parent teacher conference. This one on one time is a wonderful opportunity to connect, share, and collaborate about your child’s growth and goals. Thank you for making time to attend.

Please be on the lookout for a separate email later this week with the link to our new Golden Spirit Wear Store! We are excited to have a few options we will be sharing! The goal is to have all orders in quickly so we can have it back to families/students before the holidays! Stay tuned! More information will be coming!

Have a wonderful week! I am so grateful for this amazing Golden community and for your continued support and partnership.

With appreciation,
Kristin McDonald
Proud Principal, Golden Elementary
Shine Bright. Stay Golden. 🦅]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 13:41:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of November 3, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

What an incredible week we’ve had at Golden! Red Ribbon Week was AWESOME, and Halloween was fantastic - especially when it lands on a Friday! I absolutely love the school culture we’ve created together, full of joy, spirit, and excellence. Thank you for being such an important part of that!

As we head into November, my heart is full of gratitude: for our students, our families, and the amazing community we call Golden. Your children are truly exceptional, and each and every one of them belongs here. 💛

Let’s keep the momentum going as we kick off the week with Motivational Monday! This will be another exciting week as we wrap up our first trimester.

A friendly reminder: This Friday is a minimum day, with dismissal at 12:45 PM. It’s also our annual Jog-A-Thon! Woo hoo! LET’S GO GOLDEN! 💛🦅

During our recent School Site Council Meeting, I shared how our school's site budget works. Our base budget to run Golden is $49,837. This amount primarily covers essential needs like classroom supplies, our three copy machines, paper, ink, and a few instructional resources.

This is exactly why our Golden PTA is so incredibly important! They help provide:

✔️ Additional instructional activities, curriculum, and programs
✔️ Community engagement opportunities
✔️ PBIS rewards and incentives
✔️ Field trips
✔️ Family nights and walkthroughs
✔️ And so much more! (Like a bazillion other things we all love!)

As we head into our Jog-A-Thon this Friday, we are asking for your support. Any donation you can help gather - from family, friends, neighbors, or coworkers - goes directly back to making Golden the incredible school it is. We truly could not be Golden without you.

This is a big ask, but it's an important one.
Thank you, from the bottom of our Golden hearts! 💛
Thank you for your continued support and partnership. Together, we make Golden shine!

With appreciation,

Kristin McDonald
Proud Principal, Golden Elementary
Shine Bright. Stay Golden. 🦅]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Get Excited for Jog-a-Thon: November 7!]]></title>
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				<title><![CDATA[Jog-a-Thon Schedule: November 7, 2025]]></title>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of October 27, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

Thank you to all the families who came out for our first-ever Math Night! We had a wonderful turnout and so much fun learning together - and we were right... Math is not scary! 👻➕

It’s a BIG and exciting week at Golden! Not only are we celebrating Red Ribbon Week, but we also have our Halloween Parade coming up! 🎃

❤️ Red Ribbon Week kicks off Monday — be sure to have your children wear RED to show their school spirit and commitment to making safe, healthy choices. Thank you to our amazing PTA for sponsoring this weeklong celebration and for helping us make these meaningful activities possible!

🎃 Halloween Parade:
We are thrilled to continue our traditional Halloween parade on Friday morning, and we can’t wait to welcome all of our families as spectators! Please see all of the important parade and costume details below so that we can keep the day safe and fun for everyone.

🏃‍♂️ Jog-a-Thon Update:
Don’t forget we’re still collecting Jog-a-Thon donations as we race toward our $100,000 goal! Every contribution helps support the incredible programs, events, and resources that make Golden shine so bright. We’re getting close, let’s finish strong! 💪💛

✨ Let’s make this a wonderful week filled with excitement, laughter, and learning. Thank you for your continued partnership and support in keeping our school a safe, joyful, and connected place for all our Golden Eagles.

With gratitude,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary
Shine Bright. Stay Golden. 🦅]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2025 08:59:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Halloween Parade on October 31]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2025 08:57:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Productions Presents: Seussical Jr.]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2025 09:02:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Safety Highlight]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of October 20, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

What a fantastic week we had at Golden! It was so exciting to announce our school musical - Seussical Jr.! We can’t wait to see our talented students shine on stage this year.

This week is another busy (and fun!) one on campus:

✔️ Tuesday: Our first-ever schoolwide Diwali celebration at recess!
✔️ Wednesday: College Wear Wednesday - show off your college spirit!
✔️ Thursday: Math Night! It’s not too late to RSVP, and you’re welcome to come even without signing up. We are just trying to get a headcount for activities. It’s going to be a blast… don’t ghost us! 👻😉
✔️ Friday: PBIS Raffle Day and Dippin’ Dots after school

As we head into the busy fall season, I want to remind everyone that attendance matters. Please try to plan family trips around our scheduled breaks. We have a full week off for Thanksgiving and two weeks in December. Every day of learning makes a difference!

We also need everyone’s help keeping our students safe. We’ve noticed some unsafe drop-off practices along Golden Avenue in the mornings. Please remember that students should only exit vehicles in the designated valet area where staff supervision is provided. Your cooperation helps ensure all of our precious Golden Eagles arrive safely.

Thank you for your continued partnership and enthusiasm. Our community truly shines bright together! Let’s see those Motivational Monday shirts tomorrow… they never fail to bring smiles and joy! 💛

Shine Bright, Stay Golden,

Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary
Shine Bright. Stay Golden. 🦅]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2025 08:58:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Frightfully Fun Family Math Night on October 23]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2025 14:51:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Outdoor Science Camp Meeting on October 16]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 12:32:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Yogurtland Fundraiser on October 15]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 12:31:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of October 13, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

Last week was a blast! I loved seeing so many families at Movie Night - what a fun way to come together as a community! We also had some extra fun staff spirit going on. Loved the excitement from our students as they cheered us on!

Don’t forget to help support our Jog-a-Thon fundraiser! Every dollar makes a difference for our students. Check out the class leaders via the link below and help your child’s class climb the leaderboard, but even more importantly, support our school! We can't do all of the amazing things we do without your support!

Be sure to RSVP for Math Night - it’s going to be frighteningly fun! 👻

6th grade families - Don’t miss our Camp Information Night this Thursday!

You’ll also find details via the link below for our Red Ribbon Week Dress-Up Days and Halloween Costume Guidelines.

Finally, a gentle reminder that attendance is critical to student success. While we understand that illness and emergencies happen, nothing can replace the valuable instruction students receive in person. We’ve noticed an increase in absences due to family trips, and we encourage everyone to plan vacations during scheduled breaks whenever possible. Independent study cannot replicate the same level of learning as being in the classroom.

Thank you for your continued partnership in helping our Golden Eagles shine bright and stay golden!

With Golden Pride,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary
Shine Bright. Stay Golden. 🦅]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 12:20:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Jog-a-Thon | November 7, 2025]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2025 12:31:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of October 6, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

What a wonderful week it has been! I absolutely loved seeing so many of you at Lunch with a Loved One! Thank you for making it such a special event for our Golden Eagles. The weather was beautiful, the lunches looked tasty, but the community and all around joy stole the show! I look forward to bringing this event back in the spring!

Don’t forget that PTA Reflections submissions are due this Friday! We can’t wait to see the creativity and talent shine through in this year’s entries.

I’m also looking forward to Friday’s Movie Night! it’s going to be a fun evening you won’t want to miss! Wear your pajamas, your Golden Spirit Wear, or your favorite Lilo & Stitch gear! Bring family and your appetite! This is always a fan favorite and fun for the whole family. Thank you PTA!

Next week is especially exciting because on Tuesday, our new Superintendent, Dr. Kym, will be visiting Golden. We are honored to be the very first PYLUSD school site she officially visits in her new role. I know she will be amazed by our students, staff, and the incredible things happening here every day.

We truly love Golden and are so grateful for the partnership and support of our families. We could not be Golden without our amazing community partners! Our Golden Eagles are working hard, thriving, and making us so proud each and every day. Don't forget we are in the middle of our Jog-a-thon fundraiser! This is the ONLY school-wide fundraiser. As you can already see, our PTA is very active in supporting students and engaging our community! We need your help to continue this excellence, so please send the Pledgestar link to all of your family and friends! I can't think of a more important thing than education to help raise funds for!

Finally, mark your calendars and RSVP today for our upcoming Frightfully Fun Math Night! It will be a night of math games, puzzles, and spooky fun for the whole family. Math isn't scary! Please be sure to RSVP so we can plan accordingly. We can’t wait to see you there!

Thank you again for all of your continued support! Serving as your principal is a huge privilege that I do not take lightly. All the smiles, hugs, laughter, connections, wonder, learning, and excitement make each day special. Let's continue to Shine Bright and Stay Golden!

With Golden Pride,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary
Shine Bright. Stay Golden. 🦅]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2025 00:26:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Lunch With a Loved One: September 30 & October 2]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 10:22:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of September 29, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

This week is a big one at Golden! We are excited to host Lunch with a Loved One on both Tuesday and Thursday - please be sure to review the details so you’re ready to join us. We’ll also celebrate our first Eagle of the Month honorees, and one of our favorite monthly activities: Pizza with the Principal! Mrs. Dempsey and I love eating lunch with our Golden Eagles and we are thankful to our Golden PTA for organizing and sponsoring this each month!

Our Science Olympiad season is kicking off Monday with information sessions at lunch! Come and learn all about it! Looking ahead, mark your calendars for the PTA Movie Night on October 10th - a fun evening for our whole community.

We are also proud to share that Golden was recently honored with a Silver Recognition for PBIS, reflecting the hard work of our students, staff, and families to build a positive and supportive school culture. Finally, if you’re interested in helping guide our school goals and priorities, please consider signing up to be part of our School Site Council - the sign-up link is included below.

Thank you for your continued partnership in making Golden such a special place for Every Student, Every Day! Let's have another great week and I look forward to seeing you this week at Lunch with a Loved One!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary
Shine Bright. Stay Golden. 🦅]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 10:17:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[College Wear Wednesday]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2025 12:26:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of September 22, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

Thank you so much for your ongoing support of our school! We truly believe Golden is the best place on Earth and that is because of our wonderful students, families, and staff. I especially appreciate all of you who consistently follow our drop-off and pick-up guidelines. These routines may seem small, but they make a big difference in keeping our children safe.

This week we are looking forward to College Wear Wednesday - a fun way to show school spirit and highlight college readiness. Students can rep their family's favorite colleges! I can't wait to see all the college love!

A quick reminder about attendance: the best practice is to have your child in school each day. Of course, if your child is sick, please keep them home. However, we are seeing an increase in absences for vacations and other non-illness reasons. Even in our youngest grades like TK and Kindergarten, a missed day can significantly impact learning. Every day truly matters.

The Jog-a-Thon is coming soon! We are so excited for this annual tradition. Please be sure to register your child on Pedgestar. A $35 donation earns your child a free Jog-a-Thon T-shirt!

As I continue walking through classrooms, I am thrilled with the instruction and engagement I see from our staff. Our students are already working hard, and I cannot wait to celebrate their accomplishments this year. I hope you can see the academic rigor and support in action too. Our students, staff, and community are amazing, and I feel so blessed to be part of your child’s educational journey.

Here’s to another great week ahead!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

#shinebright #staygolden #everystudenteveryday]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2025 12:24:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of September 15, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

Thank you, as always, for your ongoing support! After a full five-day week, it was wonderful to see our Golden Eagles thriving within the comfort of our regular routines. Classrooms are buzzing with learning and engagement, and it’s a joy to witness our students shining each day.

This week I want to pause and place extra emphasis on safety at arrival and dismissal. Every guideline we have is designed with one purpose - keeping your children safe. While it may sometimes take a little longer, safety must always come first. I also ask that we all remember our children are watching us - your example teaches them what it looks like to be responsible and respectful members of the community. Please take a moment to review the safety section linked below, as it highlights a few specific entry and exit concerns. Thank you for doing your part to ensure Golden remains a safe place for all.

If you weren’t able to join us for Coffee with the Principals, the slideshow is linked below. We truly enjoy connecting with our families and look forward to another gathering later this year!

Looking ahead, we’ve got a fun week in store:

-Motivational Monday – keep those inspiring shirts coming!
-Picture Day – smile big!
-Internet Safety and Awareness Seminar for Parents on Thursday

Plus, don’t forget Jog-a-Thon, Lunch with a Loved One and College Gear Wednesday are right around the corner!

Golden is such a special place because of the partnership we share with you. Thank you for entrusting us with your children - we are committed to giving them the very best every single day.

Here’s to another great week ahead!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

#shinebright #staygolden #everystudenteveryday]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2025 10:57:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Picture Day: September 16]]></title>
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				<title><![CDATA[Arrival & Dismissal Procedures]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2025 11:03:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of September 8, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

Wow! Thank you to all the families who attended Back to School Night last week, it did not disappoint. You are such an important part of your child's education, and we value your partnership. I enjoyed seeing many familiar faces and meeting some of our new families.

This week I am happy to invite you to Coffee with the Principals. Mrs. Dempsey and I look forward to sharing some of the highlights, goals, and programs for this upcoming year. We are also happy to answer any questions you may have. We love to connect with our community.

Thank you always for your support and partnership! Don't forget tomorrow is our first Motivational Monday!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

#shinebright #staygolden #everystudenteveryday]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2025 09:19:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of September 1, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

What an incredible first week! The joy, excitement, and big smiles across campus have been contagious. I am so proud of our staff and students, and I know this is the start of a truly amazing year. Thank you, families, for your partnership in making sure our Golden Eagles arrive each day ready to learn. In just three short days, our students are already settling into routines and showing great responsibility in following school expectations.

It has been such a successful start, and I cannot wait to watch our Golden Eagles continue to shine bright throughout the year!

A quick reminder - this Thursday is Back to School Night for grades 1–6 and all SDC classes. Your attendance is so important, and I encourage you to attend. Please remember this is an adult-only evening, so plan ahead for child care.

We also have Coffee with the Principals coming up on September 9th as well as free parenting classes about Internet Safety & Awareness. Read below for more information.

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

#shinebright #staygolden #everystudenteveryday]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2025 14:58:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of August 25, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year! I hope you are all as excited as I am for school to begin. There is nothing as exciting as the first day of school. I can't wait to see all of our amazing students back on campus, and I'm looking forward to meeting all of our new Golden Eagles as well! Our teachers have been busy preparing their classrooms to welcome your children! As many of you know, Golden is a very special place, and our school community is ready to kick off another wonderful year! We are going to Shine Bright and Stay Golden this year!

If you did not receive my Welcome Back Letter on August 14th, please click below to read it. Below is a lot of important information. Please take a few minutes to read through it carefully. You can expect a copy of our Golden Eagle News every Sunday full of information, important dates, and upcoming activities.

I am confident we are going to have a wonderful year, and I look forward to seeing and connecting with all of your amazing children! I am honored to have the privilege of serving our Golden Community another year as your principal! Thank you always for your support and partnership!


With excitement,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

#shinebright #staygolden #everystudenteveryday]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 08:50:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Upcoming Events: Week of August 25, 2025]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 08:53:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome Back to Golden!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Eagle Families,

Welcome to the 2025-26 school year! Please read our Golden Welcome Back Letter to our Community below. It is filled with a lot of important information to start the school year. You will also receive weekly updates through Golden Eagle News (starting Sunday, August 23rd). 

I'm looking forward to a wonderful school year and cannot wait to see all of our Golden Eagles back on campus! 

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2025 15:57:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Backpack of Hope School Supply Drive]]></title>
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				<title><![CDATA[2025-26 Student Supply Lists Now Available]]></title>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kindergarten Assessment Dates: August 11 & 12]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jun 2025 11:48:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of June 9, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

This has been a year to remember. A year filled with joy, growth, milestones, and moments of pride. From celebrating our 60th Anniversary to earning well-deserved accolades and awards, 2024–2025 has been a truly special chapter in Golden’s history. From the very start, we committed ourselves to our theme: “We Are Golden: Every Student, Every Day,” and together, with your partnership, we brought it to life. Through every lesson, event, challenge, and celebration, our Golden Eagle students were at the heart of it all. Your support, encouragement, and collaboration helped them thrive, not just as learners, but as kind, confident, and capable human beings. Because of you, they soared.

Thank you for being the incredible village behind each child. Whether volunteering your time, cheering from the sidelines, helping with homework, or simply showing up day after day; you made a difference. You are an essential part of what makes Golden shine so brightly. The connections we’ve made will truly be treasured. I absolutely adore your children, and I will miss them over the summer! I hope the weeks ahead are filled with laughter, rest, and quality time together as a family.

For those of you whose journey at Golden is coming to an end as your children move on to new adventures, please know: Once a Golden Eagle, always a Golden Eagle. You will always have a home here, and we can’t wait to hear about all the wonderful things your children will go on to accomplish.

Our office will officially close on June 26th and reopen on August 11th. If you need anything over the summer, please don’t hesitate to email me.

Wishing you all a fantastic last week of school. As a reminder, Thursday is a 12:00 PM dismissal! Thank you again for being such an integral part of our school community. Your support makes all the difference.

We are Golden. Every Student. Every Day. And that includes you.

Have a wonderful, relaxing summer!

With heartfelt appreciation,
Kristin

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				<pubDate>Sun, 08 Jun 2025 17:27:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sign Up for Student Valet - 2025-26 Year]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Jun 2025 12:54:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Upcoming Events: Week of June 9, 2025]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 09:37:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of June 2, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

Wow! We have just 9 short days left in the school year, and there’s still so much fun and excitement ahead, along with a few important assessments to help wrap up our trimester grades. I can honestly say how proud I am of our Golden Eagles. This year has been an incredible privilege, and I feel so lucky to be part of a school that truly feels like a family. Thank you for being such an important part of our team! Watching your students grow and thrive is the absolute best part of my job.

Just a quick reminder: this Friday is a minimum day with dismissal at 12:45 PM. Teachers will be using the afternoon to finalize grades and complete report cards.

I’m looking forward to another amazing week at Golden. Let’s continue to finish the year strong together!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Jun 2025 12:51:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of May 26, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

As we near the end of the year, I want to first thank you all for your continued support and partnership. This has been a special year at Golden, and I am so proud of all that we have accomplished and will continue to do so. That being said, I encourage you to continue to keep the structure and routine of school as a priority. We still have quite a bit of learning and assessments to finish up on, and not to mention our teachers and staff have planned some pretty fun end of the year activities. Your child won't want to miss any of this. Thank you!

I also want to encourage everyone to please respond to our returning next year survey. If you are not returning, please be sure to fill it out as we are finishing up on staffing projections. On that note, I also want to remind everyone that we have amazing Golden teachers and to that effect, we do not formally take teacher requests. Our staff works very hard to make balanced classes, and it would be impossible to fulfill 837 teacher requests. We thank you for your trust.

I hope everyone is enjoying their long weekend and when we come back on Tuesday we will have 13 days of school left! I hope our upper grade families will join us at our end of the year music assemblies this Friday! It is so fun to see the progress and growth of our outstanding Golden Eagle musicians. All students are encouraged to wear College Wear on our last College Wear Wednesday. Show your school pride. We had an "unofficial" school spirit contest on Friday and Mrs. Ames, Mrs. Fiala, and Mrs. Bilhartz's classes had the most school spirit. Woo hoo! Just a shameless plug that every Friday is Golden Spirit Wear - because WE ARE GOLDEN! 💙💛🦅

Let's have another amazing week at Golden!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

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				<pubDate>Wed, 28 May 2025 09:51:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Elementary Celebrates 60 Years of Excellence and Distinguished School Recognition]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 28 May 2025 10:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of May 19, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

Thank you to everyone who came out to our carnival! It was AMAZING! We have the best community ever. I cannot thank our Golden PTA for all their hard work to make this happen - especially Stephanie Fehlen our President and Gabriel Stempinski our Carnival Chair. It was the best night - huge smiles, laughter, food, prizes, and fun!

This week we have our second week of state testing. I strongly encourage you to make sure students are on time for school, well rested, and have a nutritious breakfast each day. Please limit pull outs and unnecessary appointments. We cannot call and interrupt a classroom that is testing.

We also will be honoring our very own PTA President, Stephanie Fehlen, at the PYLUSD Community Honoree Ceremony Monday night at YLHS. We are so appreciative of her volunteer service and leadership over the years.

If you have not signed up for TK-2 Literacy Night on Thursday, please do it ASAP so we can accurately plan to be sure we have enough staff and materials. We look forward to Taco 'About Reading on Thursday evening!

Don't forget to sign up for Summer Enrichment this week - registration is competitive and you need to do it right when it opens to ensure you get a spot. See below for more details.

Friday we will celebrate volunteers at our Golden Volunteer Appreciation Tea. You should have received invitations if you are a regular volunteer. Our staff hopes to shower you with appreciation on Friday! We also have Dippin' Dots for sale on Friday - no pre-sale tickets this time around.

Let's have another amazing week at Golden!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2025 17:10:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of May 12, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

Wow what a week! Last week we celebrated our very own 60th Anniversary and our California Distinguished Award! Working together to spell out GOLDEN was an exciting task - and all of our Golden Eagles were up for the challenge and celebration! Honestly, when I saw the first drone photo I had tears of enormous pride in my eyes. These milestones and recognitions are a direct result of all the hard work of our students, our teachers, our entire staff, our volunteers, and our families - YOU! When we talk about community and educational partnerships, we are so thankful that you share the same vision of high expectations, rigor, curiosity, excellence, responsibility, and kindness. These are what help make Golden so "Golden". I am forever humbled to be part of such an amazing community! And it just seems to get stronger and stronger!

With that in mind, this week we begin our statewide CAASPP assessments in grades 3-6. These are very important assessments, and as I have explained, it is important that all students eat a hearty breakfast, get a good night's sleep, and come to school on time. We feel confident that our Golden Eagles are ready and will do their best for the test, and we are excited to see their all their hard work pay off!

And to top it off, Friday is our annual Golden Carnival! You won't want to miss this exciting community event. Our amazing PTA is working hard to make this 60th Anniversary Carnival epic! I can't wait to see you all there!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2025 12:12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of May 5, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

Thank you to everyone for coming this week to Lunch with a Loved One! It was a hit as usual! We love inviting our community onto campus!

This week we are excited to celebrate all of our teachers and staff members who work so hard to make Golden so special! Our students are so lucky to have the best team around! Of course it is optional, but let's help our teachers and staff members feel special this week!

Today is the last day to order your yearbook! I cannot tell you how important it is to order this today if you have not done so already!

Looking forward to a special week of appreciations! Remember, state testing is just around the corner. Being at school is imperative for your child's success! If they could be in school, they should be in school! Thank you for your partnership and support!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

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				<pubDate>Mon, 05 May 2025 11:43:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[60th Anniversary Photo: May 7, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[As you all know, this is Golden's 60th Anniversary! To help celebrate this and our recent California Distinguished School Award, our AMAZING PTA has purchased a t-shirt for every student and staff member! We will be taking a photo on Wednesday. T-shirts are in, but will not go home with students until after the photo. We are planning on taking the photo Wednesday morning and we will happily share it with everyone soon!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 05 May 2025 11:49:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of April 28, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

We have an exciting week coming up with our beloved Lunch with a Loved One. Golden loves to invite our families and community to join us for lunch. Please see all the details below! We will be selling popsicles for $1 during this to support 6th Grade.

I cannot also emphasize to please order your yearbook this week! The deadline is May 4th. There will not be a surplus of yearbooks for sale in June. We only print what is ordered. If you are a new Golden Eagle this year, our yearbooks are extremely special full of memories and a hard cover. They are only on sale once a year, so if you have not ordered in the last few weeks, you'll need to order it now.

Looking forward to seeing you all this week!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2025 09:26:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of April 21, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

I hope everyone enjoyed their spring break week! Hopefully your children are ready to come back and finish the year strong! We only have 8 short weeks of the school year remaining and a lot to accomplish!

Thank you to all of our families who came out to Open House last Thursday before Spring Break! It was another beautiful night full of joy, community, and a showcase of excellence. We appreciate all of our families, and we thank you for being our partners in your child's educational journey.

Mark your calendars - Lunch with a Loved One returns on April 29th and May1st. Please see all the details below, but we are excited to welcome our families back on campus to eat lunch!

We will also be celebrating Golden's 60th Anniversary in May! We have exciting surprises in store! A huge thanks to our amazing PTA who recently purchased a special celebratory t-shirt for EVERY STUDENT AND EVERY STAFF MEMBER! Stay tuned for more exciting news and updates!

This week, Student Council is sponsoring a canned food drive to help families in need. This is a student driven service project - so please help our students reach their goals and help others!

For now, I hope you are rested and ready for the rigor of school to resume! You know I am! Let's kick it off with some positivity on Motivational Monday!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

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				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 11:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Yearbooks Now on Sale Through May 4, 2025]]></title>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of April 7, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

I can't believe we are five short days until our Spring Break. I hope you and your family make memories and enjoy your time! But before that break... We have our annual Open House and we could not be more excited!

Our PTA Association Meeting begins at 5:30 PM in our MPR which includes our Honorary Service Awards! All are welcome!

Classrooms will be open from 6:30 -7:30PM.

Come celebrate the amazing work that showcases all the learning that takes place at Golden! Plus, this night is full of community! Our Book Fair will be open all night in the library!

Let's have a great week!

Warmly,

Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

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				<pubDate>Sun, 06 Apr 2025 20:43:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of March 31, 2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2052836</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

It is with great excitement and pride that I share such amazing news: Golden Elementary is a California Distinguished School once again this year! This prestigious recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, high expectations, and ensuring success for all learners through strong relationships, innovative teaching, and a supportive community. I am honored to work collaboratively alongside the most dedicated teachers, staff, and families in support of our students. Our Golden Community is truly Golden! If you didn't get a chance to read the Good News Report on Friday regarding this honor, please click HERE to read it! I am just so proud of our entire school community!

We have just 10 days until Spring Week. Please be sure that students are coming to school each and every day that they can. Our students can learn to their full potential if they are not in school.

Be sure to mark your calendars for our very special Open House on Thursday, April 10th. You will not want to miss this amazing night full of showcased work and community!

Let's have a great week!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

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				<pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2025 11:10:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of March 24, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

This week we are excited for our annual Battle of the Books! We have 119 participants and 23 teams! We are so proud of our Golden Eagles for taking on this huge challenge! We can't wait for Wednesday!

Attention families with 3rd through 6th grade students - CAASPP testing will start in May. All 3rd-6th Grade classes will be testing May 12th - 30th. Please be sure to keep these dates in mind. Attendance is always important but it is even more so during this time. A letter will be going home soon with more information, but we wanted you to be aware of Golden's Statewide CAASPP testing window.

Remember to register any TK or Kindergarten students now!

Let's have a great week!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

#wearegolden #everystudenteveryday #92% #53inthestate]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Mar 2025 09:35:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of March 17, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

We are excited for another wonderful week at Golden! I'm so happy to have our sixth grade students back from camp! They had an amazing week of science, learning, and thanks to the weather, a lot of snow play!

Congratulations to last week's Attendance Challenge Winners! Ms. Baize and Mrs. Bloomquist's Classes were our Week 1 Winners. Week 2 Winners will be announced tomorrow! Remember, your child's academic success depends on strong attendance!

Thursday is our very first TK-2 Literacy Night where we Taco About Books! If you have not registered, please do so ASAP. We have many fun activities such as read alouds, book tastings, crafts, bookmarks, library resources, interactive reading tools for families, and so much more! We can't wait to Taco About Reading on Thursday night. All families who attend will be given the book, Dragons Love Tacos. Please make sure you are registered!

If you have neighbors on your street with young children, please help in letting them know they need to register ASAP for TK or Kindergarten based on their age. The district will put a capacity and the classes might actually fill, requiring families to attend other schools - so be sure to register by April! Your help in getting families to register early is appreciated!

Report Cards go home Friday and they will also be available on Aeries on Saturday! It is a good time to look over progress and grades and celebrate their hard work! Your children have been working so hard and we are so proud of them. It is also a good time to set goals for third trimester so your chid can finish strong and be ready for the 2025-26 school year!

Let's have a great week!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2025 08:48:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of March 10, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

Wow! It is a whole new world! What an amazing show - Aladdin Junior was exceptional! We are so proud of all our Golden Eagles who performed! HUGE THANKS to all the volunteers who made this production happen. It takes a village, and I am so grateful for our strong community!

This week's attendance champions will be announced tomorrow morning! Remember attending school has a direct correlation to student learning and achievement! If your child could be in school, they should be in school! Attend to Achieve!

This week our sixth grade students will be heading off to Science Camp! This is a wonderful opportunity, and we are excited for the adventures that lay ahead. Please note - Monday arrival for valet for all students may be a bit more hectic with sixth grade families dropping off luggage and signing students in. Sixth grade families - please remember to park along Golden Avenue and walk your child up to the check in stations near the George Key parking lot. Please do not park in the Golden or George Key staff parking lot. Come early to alleviate any stress. We can't wait to hear all about your trip!

Finally, Mrs. Dempsey and I will be at our Shamrock N Run on March 16th! I hope you all sign up to join us in support of our REACH Foundation. It should be a fun day and the sign up is below!

Let's have a great week!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

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				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2025 10:08:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Congratulations to Maria Pelaez, a 2025 PYLUSD Classified Employee of the Year!]]></title>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of March 3, 2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.golden.pylusd.org/apps/news/article/2040842</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

It is show week! I cannot wait to watch all three casts this week perform Aladdin Jr. To all of our students - break a leg (well only figuratively of course)! I hope everyone enjoys the show!

We also are beginning our Attendance Challenges! Each week we will have two winning classes! "Do-Nut" miss a day of school unless your child is sick! Please review the slide show resources linked below to find out more benefits of coming to school each day!

Friday marks the end of trimester 2 and is a minimum day with a 12:45 pm dismissal for all students in K-6. TK students are all Early Birds on this day, and go home at 12:10 pm.

Also don't forget to nominate a teacher, staff member, or volunteer who exhibits the heart of Golden for our annual PTA Honorary Service awards! We could not be "Golden" without the endless amounts of service of our community. The deadline is Friday to submit your nomination.

Finally, please help us round up as many TK or Kindergarten students for next year. Of course they can wait to register later this spring or summer; however, we are already looking at staffing numbers for next year. TK spots will not be guaranteed at Golden if we go over our maximum number. What can you do? Register now to secure your spot! Tell your neighbors with little kids to register soon!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

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				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 09:13:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: February 24, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

Our students and staff are working hard at Golden and I could not be prouder!

A few important thing this week -

Monday - It is Motivational Monday again so let's bring back the positivity!

Wednesday - College Wear Wednesday - support your favorite college!

Friday - Read Across America Day. Many classes will be participating in reading activities in remembrance of Dr. Seuss's Birthday. It should be a fun week!

We are also hiring for noon duty supervisors again! If you have free time and want join our team and help supervise students at lunch, please look below for details! Call the office with any questions!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

#wearegolden #everystudenteveryday #92% #53inthestate]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 08:07:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Battle of the Books Participant T-Shirt Orders Due February 28]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 10:57:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: February 17, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

I sincerely hope you are enjoying this gorgeous three day weekend! I kindly ask that you please fill out the LCAP Stakeholder Survey for Golden Families. We are at 127 responses which is our lowest participation ever! Please help me by completing this today - one time per each child if possible! I can honestly tell you that I personally look at all feedback and we use it to help shape and create new goals for our Golden team. I will continue to send the survey out, but thank you for taking 5-10 minutes to complete it. I appreciate our partnership! We don't get to be 53 in the state without a strong commitment from all stakeholders which includes our families!

I look forward to seeing all of our 4th-6th Grade Strings and Band students on Tuesday evening at the Performing Arts Center at El Dorado.

Let's have a great week!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

#wearegolden #everystudenteveryday #92% #53inthestate]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Feb 2025 13:28:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: February 10, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

Wow! What a week! First of all huge congratulations to our Special Education Intervention Assistant - Mrs. P! She brings the sunshine and love to all she interacts with! Our students and staff are lucky to have her at Golden! She is the best!

We also had a fantastic science night - even in the light rain! ;-) Thank you to all the families who joined us for this exciting night! Huge thanks to our Golden PTA, Mrs. Jenner Rasic, Mr. Nguyen, and Mrs. Garlinghouse for organizing such fun and exciting community night!

This week we have Valentines activities and parties in classrooms. Your teacher will have sent information, but remember that if passing out valentines, please be sure to include every student in your child's classroom. This is a fun day of love and happiness! Students love to celebrate and read all of their valentines!

Enjoy your day off tomorrow! The next two Mondays are non school days in memory of Lincoln and all our Presidents. And of course, if you are a football fan, I hope yo enjoy the Super Bowl! I'm sure many of you can guess who I am rooting for!

Let's have a great week!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: February 3, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

February is going to be an exciting month, and we are kicking it off with our annual Science Night - Thursday, February 6th. This is a free event hosted by PTA and our Golden Staff! You won't want to miss out. Bring the whole family to be ready to be amazed! Dinner will be on sale by B&C starting at 5pm.

We also have our annual stakeholder survey that will sent out Monday, February 3rd. The information you fill out is very useful in helping us make Golden the very best educational place we can. I appreciate you taking 5-10 minutes to fill it out.

Let's have a great week!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

#wearegolden #everystudenteveryday #92% #53inthestate]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Feb 2025 11:15:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PYLUSD Good News Report]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Feb 2025 11:16:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Transitional Kindergarten (TK) & Preschool Parent Information Night]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Click here for more information about this event on January 27 at 6:00 PM.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jan 2025 09:26:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Wildfire Book Drive]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

With the recent fires in Los Angeles County that include Pasadena, Pacific Palisades, and all affected areas, our amazing school community would like to help and give back. We are just heartbroken as we learn about all of the destruction and loss. 

What can you do to help us?

Golden will be collecting new or gently used books that will be sent to students who have lost homes and schools from January 13th - 22nd. Collection boxes will be located around our campus: office, library, MPR, and the 900 building! THANK YOU for being such a strong and supportive community as we come together to help students, families, and communities who have lost books, homes, and schools! WE ARE GOLDEN! From the bottom of our hearts, our entire Golden Staff appreciates your support!

With gratitude and love, 
Kristin McDonald
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jan 2025 16:24:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coffee with the Principals: January 2025 Slideshow]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jan 2025 17:14:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[GATE Tours: January 17]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[All newly identified GATE students/families are invited to tour classes and our school from 8:30 - 9:30 AM.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 16:13:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: January 6, 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

2025 here we come! Welcome back families! I look forward to partnering with all of you as we work through the second half of the school year! We have many exciting opportunities and events ahead, and we will continue to work hard to provide the very best education for all of our Golden Eagles!

This month we put a spotlight on kindness with a culminating kindness week January 27-31st. We also have Battle of the Book sign-ups, our GATE tour/showcase for newly identified families, our Golden Musical rehearsals, after school intervention, and so much more! Did I mention we have the best team of teachers and staff who are ready to support your students and provide the very best instruction? I have so much pride for our school community, and it is easy to see why we are #53 in the state of California! If you are interested in hearing more about our school, our goals, and some of the exciting things we have planned for this year please consider joining us Monday, January 13th for Coffee with the Principals and a General PTA Association Meeting at 8am in the MPR. We always look forward to welcoming our families onto campus!

In the meantime, I can't wait to see all of our Golden Eagles back to school on Monday!

Thank you for you support,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jan 2025 07:52:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: December 16, 2024]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

'Twas the week before Winter Break, when all through the school, Not a creature was stirring, not even a student... Well that is not the case here at Golden! We have a very busy week full of learning, joy, and all things Golden!

We kick the week off with our annual holiday spirit week! Details are listed below, and this is a fun (and fairly simple) dress up each day this week! In addition we have our kindergarten performance, first grade gingerbread day, Grinch Day in fifth grade, and so much more! And let's not forget students in first through fifth grade have a district writing test this week on top of classroom holiday parties on Friday!

On Monday we will be doing a Shelter in Place drill. This is a very mild drill, and it is not intended to scare or alarm any students. Please know that we are very age appropriate - this is only a raised level of alert. Doors will remain locked as teachers continue teaching. Mrs. Dempsey and I will walk around to make sure all students are inside. That is the extent of it!

Don't forget to order your spirit wear this week! The online store closes on Friday!

On behalf of all our Golden staff, we wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy Holidays! Our next Golden Eagle News will resume January 5th! See you all in 2025!

Thank you always for your support,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

#wearegolden #everystudenteveryday #92]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Dec 2024 14:59:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Battle of the Books: Key Information & Book List now Available]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:24:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of December 9]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

Last week I shared about Golden being named an Honor Roll School. Well this week, as you may have read in the Monday Message from Dr. Cherniss, Golden was named #53 in the state of California. This is a huge honor as there are 5,865 elementary schools in California, so this puts our school in the elite 1% for top elementary schools. I have such pride for our dedicated staff and strong community partnerships that make all of this happen. In the end, it is about providing the best education possible to all of our students! I am honored to serve the Golden Community and I thank you for your support and trust!

We have 10 more school days this year! I cannot believe how fast this year is going - it must be that we are all working hard and having fun! Regardless I would like to take this opportunity to remind you all to please make attendance a priority whenever possible. If your child could be in school, they should be in school! The last two weeks will be busy, engaging, academic, and joyous! This is such a special time of the year for all! Let's make it a December to Remember!

I also would love to put in a plug for our Student Council sponsored Sock Drive. All socks will be donated to families in need. We will be collecting socks until December 16th. Thank you for supporting our community!

Finally, Golden Spirit Wear is on sale below! Stock up or buy this year's design. We love seeing our student with their school pride on Fridays!

Let's have a wonderful week!

With honor and appreciation,

Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

#wearegolden #everystudenteveryday #92]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 16:44:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Is #52 in CA!]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 16:58:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Golden Eagle News: Week of December 2]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Golden Families,

I hope everyone had a fabulous Thanksgiving with your family and friends. It is hard to believe that Monday (tomorrow) when we come back, we will be in December! Although we only have three weeks of school before Winter Break, this is an important three weeks, and your help is requested in making sure students come to school if they can! Attendance matters!

Please be on the look-out for our Golden Spirit Wear! It will be on sale very soon, and we can't wait!

Golden Made the Honor Roll! Golden is one of the 20 schools in PYLUSD recognized on the 2024 California Honor Roll by the Educational Results Partnership (ERP). This distinction highlights our commitment to student achievement and excellence, based on objective performance data, and reflects the dedication of our entire school community. I couldn't be prouder!


With gratitude,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

#wearegolden #everystudenteveryday #92]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Dec 2024 15:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Aladdin Jr. Production Dates, Details & More!]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 09:26:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parenting the Love & Logic Way - Every Tuesday]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 09:45:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Online Data Confirmation is Now Open / La Confirmación de Datos en Línea ya está Abierta.]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Streamline your back-to-school experience by updating your student's information easily through the Aeries Parent Portal. No more paperwork!

Complete the process and review the 2024-2025 Parent Information Handbook. Access attendance, grades, and test scores throughout the year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Aug 2024 22:45:47 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2024-2025 Bell Schedule Now Available]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2024 16:40:23 -0700</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Bookmark the link below for access to this year's Golden Eagle News!]]></description>
				


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