• For those of you who were able to attend this year's Fall Family Weekend, thank you for attending! If you were unable to attend, be sure to look for this month's newsletter, which will be distributed on Wednesday, October 24, for more details and to watch the State of the School address delivered by Ms. Cynthia Chapman '83, Chair of the Board of Trustees, and Dr. Dan Griffiths, President.
• If you have friends that might be interested in applying to Stevenson's Upper Division for the upcoming school year, please encourage them to attend our Prospective Day Family Reception on Wednesday, October 23 at 7:00 p.m. Registration required.
• Parents Grades 5-12: #HalftheStory, founded by Larissa May, is a non-profit focused on empowering the next generation's relationship with technology. Larissa will be hosting a parent education night, "Parenting in the Digital Age: How to Support Your Child's Digital Wellness" on October 28 at 5:45 p.m. on zoom.
• Please remember to check your Pirate Page and visit Stevenson's refreshed website for the latest news and updates!

Lower and Middle Division

• If you haven't already done so, please take a moment to complete our Parent Association survey that was sent out this past week. We value your feedback and encourage all families to share their thoughts on how we can continue to enhance our program and improve the Parent Association meetings.
• We want to address ongoing concerns regarding our carline procedures, specifically related to traffic on Dolores Avenue during drop-off and pick-up times. To ensure the safety of our students, staff and the surrounding community, it is essential that we adhere to the following guidelines:
  • No Driving on Northbound Dolores During Carline Hours: Parents should refrain from driving up Dolores Avenue during carline hours. This area becomes particularly congested and can pose a danger to students arriving and leaving on foot, as well as to arriving staff, neighbors and other non-school-related traffic.
  • Left Turns on Vista: If you choose to drop off Middle Division students at the top of the stairs, please only turn left onto Vista Avenue when departing. There should be no vehicle traffic arriving to campus from Vista Avenue.
  • Off-Limits Area: The block of Dolores Avenue between Vista Avenue and 1st Street should be off-limits during carline times to any parents dropping off at school. This measure is in place to ensure a safer environment for everyone involved, limiting any unnecessary traffic congestion and keeping a smooth flow of departure traffic.
  • Use Turn Signals: We kindly remind everyone to use their turn signals when parking or changing course. This practice helps our security team manage traffic more effectively, ultimately contributing to a smoother and safer carline experience for all.

Your cooperation in following these guidelines is crucial to maintaining a safe and efficient drop-off and pick-up process.

• REMINDER: All medications, including over-the-counter medications like Advil and Tylenol, must be administered through the nurse's office. Students are not permitted to bring medication to school or keep it in their backpacks, with the exception of prescribed EpiPens and inhalers. This policy is outlined in the school handbook and is in place to ensure the safety and well-being of all students. If your child requires medication during the school day, please contact the nurse's office to make the necessary arrangements. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
• Stevenson Lower and Middle Division is collecting used Halloween costumes the week of October 23-25. We will share what we gather with the Boys and Girls Club, Seaside Clubhouse. We will have a box for donations at the front of the school.
• The week of October 28, we will have a canned food drive: Trick or Treat So Others Can Eat. We will share non-perishable food donations with the families we support through our Carmel Campus service program. More details will be shared next week.
• We are still seeking volunteers to support us with setting up and running our Halloween Carnival stations on Thursday, October 31. To sign up, please use this link.
• Join fellow community members at the Fort Ord National Monument, Saturday, October 26, and lend a helping hand by collecting native plant seed for habitat restoration, controlling invasive weeds or other rewarding volunteer work. A free lunch and other gifts will be provided following the work project. Please wear closed-toe shoes and appropriate clothing for outdoor work. Sorry, no dogs are allowed. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) cooperatively manages the Fort Ord National Monument with the U.S. Army on 7,446 acres of Army land, and 7,205 acres of BLM land right here in Monterey county. The Monument is committed to conserving natural resources, enhancing and improving recreation opportunities, and honoring the military heritage of this special place. To volunteer, please register here. For more information, visit https://fortordcleanup.com/arch.

Lower Division

• Join us at the Amphitheater on Friday, October 25 for our Lower Division Assembly starting at 8:15 a.m. All families are encouraged and invited to attend.

Middle Division

• Middle Division Athletics are calendared on the school's website. Please click here for the schedule of games.

• Reminder: Resident students who are on pass for the long weekend need to be back on campus by 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 22. They must contact their dorm faculty if they are coming in any later.
• Class of 2026 College Tours: The College Center is excited to announce information for the spring 2025 college tours. We will offer three college tour experiences: Pacific Northwest, Southern California and East Coast. Registration links and full itineraries can be found on your Parent Pirate Page. The deadline to register is Tuesday, October 22.
• Flu Clinic: Our final flu clinic will be held on Thursday, October 24, in collaboration with Central Avenue Pharmacy, a trusted healthcare provider with expertise in immunizations. They will administer the flu vaccine to all students who have parental consent to participate. Register on your Pirate Page(?).  Note: Registration closes 24 hours before the start of the clinic.
• Resident Student Families: Halloween is coming up! To celebrate, we will host many activities for residential students on campus on Thursday, October 31. While students will not be able to leave campus that evening, we will offer trick-or-treating, pumpkin carving, a "Halloweenies" cookout and a student-hosted haunted house. The evening will be packed with fun!
• Homecoming Week: We're kicking off Homecoming Week on Saturday, November 2, 7 p.m. – 10 p.m., with our Disco Fever-themed dance! Students will dust off those bell bottoms for a night filled with groovy beats, dazzling lights and amazing friends. The dance will take place on the Pebble Beach Campus; no outside guests will be allowed. Stay tuned for more information about Homecoming Week, which culminates with the Homecoming Football Game on Saturday, November 9.
• Note: The dates of the Big Sur Trip have changed to November 1 – 2 (instead of 1 – 3) as an overnight so everyone can get back in time for the homecoming dance in the evening.
• Resident Student Families: If you wish to reserve a spot on the shuttle for your student for Thanksgiving Break, you can use this form. Availability is first-come-first-serve and sign-ups will close on Friday, November 15.