The Paw Print
Week of August 24, 2026
A Message from Mrs. Fisher
Brookhaven Goes GOLD!
We are proud to share that Brookhaven Elementary has been recognized as a Gold Implementation School by California PBIS!
PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) is a schoolwide approach that focuses on teaching, modeling, and reinforcing positive behaviors while creating a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment for all students.
This Gold recognition is a reflection of the hard work of our students, staff, and families in making Brookhaven a place where students can learn and grow. We are proud of our continued commitment to helping every student be safe, respectful, and responsible!
School Information
School Office Hours: 7:15 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Bell Schedules
7:20 Breakfast is open to ALL students.
TK Early Bears - 7:50 - 12:10 M, Tu, Th, F & 7:50-12:00 W
TK Late Bears - 9:00 - 1:20 M, Tu, Th, F; 9:00-1:10 W
Grades K-6
7:50 - 2:15 M, T, Th, F
7:50 - 1:15 (every Wednesday)
Supply lists can be found on the website under the "Parent" tab www.brookhavenelementary.com
This Week...
Mon. Aug. 24
Tue., Aug. 25
Running Club begins (weather permitting)
2:20 - GATE First Lego League begins
Wed., Aug. 26 - EARLY RELEASE (1:15 Dismissal)
Thurs., Aug. 27
Running Club (weather permitting)
Picture Day
2:20 - GATE First Lego League
5:30 - Back to School Night (see information below)
Fri., Aug. 28
2:15 - Ice Cream Sales ($1)
Mark your calendars...
Aug. 31 - After School Enrichment-CHESS MASTERS begins (sign up below)
Sept. 2 - Restaurant Night: Lamppost Pizza
Sept. 4 - Funky Friday
Sept. 4 - 6th Grade Camp Payment #1 due
Sept. 7 - NO SCHOOL (Labor Day)
Sept. 10 - PAL Meeting
Sept. 11 - Patriot Day (wear red/white/blue)
Sept. 11 - Coffee with the Principal (see flyer below)
Sept. 14 - PTA Meeting
Sept. 14 - Coin Drive begins
Event Information
Agenda for the Evening 5:30-5:55 - PTA General Association Meeting 6:00-6:40 pm - First Session of Classroom Visitations (6th Grade meets in MPR) 6:45-7:30 pm - Second Session of Classroom Visitations (6th Grade meets in MPR)
School Site Council
LAST WEEK for SSC Nominations
Brookhaven is looking for parents/guardians interested in serving on our School Site Council (SSC) for the 2026–27 school year! SSC members help provide input on school programs, goals, and planning.
If you are interested in serving, please complete the nomination form. Nominations are due by Friday, August 28, 2026.
Thank you for being an important part of our Brookhaven community! 🐻
Attendance
Attendance is very important. We want to ensure that your child is successful and does not miss instruction. Please help your child stay on track with learning by having them at school every day on time. However, if your child is sick, please keep them home and call our attendance line.
All absences should be reported to the school office as soon as possible. To report a student's absence calling our attendance line at 714-986-7110, extension 3 or email SPinegar@pylusd.org.
Parent/Student Handbook
Working together at home and at school is key to helping students be successful. Please review the handbook and school rules/procedures with your student. You can review the handbook using this LINK. Please refer to the Handbook for detailed arrival and dismissal procedures.
Parent/Student Handbook Highlight
Students in grades 4-6 may walk, bike, or scooter to school independently. They must wear a helmet and must walk their bike or scooter once they reach the sidewalk in front of the school. Bike racks are located in front of childcare.
Bikes must be a minimum of 18”. NO GAS POWERED bikes/scooters, THREE-WHEELER’s, or ATV’s are allowed to be ridden to school. See graphic below for more information.
Students must follow all bicycle safety laws. All bike riders must wear a helmet to and from school.
Students must get off and walk their bikes upon entering and leaving school grounds. For safety reasons, bikes may not be ridden on school grounds, sidewalks, walkways, parking lots, playgrounds, etc. It is strongly recommended that students lock their bikes.
Students must obey the Crossing Guard’s instructions.
The school is not responsible for damaged or stolen bikes.
Roller Blades and Heelys or any shoes with wheels are not allowed at school.
Students who do not adhere to the bike rules will have their privileges revoked.
26-27 Running Club
Who: 1st- 6th graders
What: Running Club is at recess 9:45am-10:05am, Tuesdays & Thursdays
When: Running Club starts Tuesday, Aug 25th through May 20th
Where: Field between the upper and lower grade play areas -in front of the TK playground
Participating students will be able to run 2x a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays during recess (weather permitting). Students are allowed to sign up throughout the year. The coordinator, Mrs. Jenny Hariri and her team will keep track of miles. Students who accumulate 50 miles throughout the year will have their names engraved on the plaque in the office. We would love to have more students added next year!
In order to prepare for the first day of Running Club, fill out this Google Form permission slip! You may also return the printed permission slip to school.
*Parent volunteers are needed! 9:35am is set up, 9:45am-10:05am is marking tally marks, 10:05am-10:20am is recording tally marks. Any questions email- JennyHariri@gmail.com
6th Grade
Brookhaven PTA
Ice Cream Sales
We really appreciate you offering to lend a hand with the ice cream sales! Click here to sign up to support ice cream sales. Feel free to sign up for multiple days and share with friends. The more help, the better!
*Please arrive to the front office at 2pm. Once signed in, proceed to the Book Room. We are usually done by 3pm.
Thank you for volunteering and helping bring smiles to our Bears with ice cream sales!
PTA Checklist
- Sign up to become a PTA member
- Return 26-27 Event Waiver
- Mark calendars with important upcoming events
- Fill out "Volunteer Interest Form"
- Purchase Yearbook
- Order Spirit wear (don't forget to label items - consider purchasing labels from our Mabel's Labels fundraiser)
- Follow Brookhaven PTA on Instagram @Brookhaven_PTA
Need Support?
Use this link to request assistance for your student for counseling or food/housing