Cunha Intermediate School

Youth Cinema Project

Things are heating up at the Youth Cinema Project. Please note that there will be two more sessions on March 24th and March 31st in addition to the regular Monday and Wednesday meetings.

Field Trips

Several grade levels have field trips on the horizon, and we need chaperones to make them happen. First up, our 8th graders have an opportunity to visit the California Academy of Sciences on April 1, 2026. Please click the link below if you are able to chaperone this trip.

Physical Fitness Testing

The PFT begins in March for our 7th grade students. Please see the parent letter below for more information. Students are tested in the 5th, 7th, and 9th grade.

It’s Complicated: Tween/Teens, Technology, and Mental Health

Erin Walsh, Author of It’s Their World: Teens, Screens, and the Science of Adolescence

Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 5:30pm – 6:30pm PT, Virtual Event (Live)

Register: https://erinwalsh2026.eventbrite.com

In this interactive and energizing presentation, Erin Walsh, author of It's Their World, uses developmental science, warmth, and humor to cut through the conflicting messages about screen time and kids.

Parents/caregivers, students, educators, and community members welcome! Simultaneous Spanish interpretation will be available. Free admission.

Hello, Cub Families! It has been an action-packed start to March for our student-athletes. Here is the latest from the Cunha Athletic Boosters:

6th Grade Basketball: Drama on the Court!

Our 6th grade teams are officially finding their groove. A massive shout-out to the 6A Boys team for one of the most thrilling games of the season. They took their game into double overtime and fought through to secure a hard-earned victory! Congratulations to all our players for their grit and teamwork.

• Team Photo Day: 6th grade basketball photos are scheduled for Tuesday, March 10. Specific times for each team will be shared shortly, so keep an eye on your email.

Upcoming CAB Events

• Monthly Meeting: Join us on March 18 at 4:30 pm in the library. We love seeing new faces and hearing fresh ideas on how to support our sports programs.

• Dine for a Cause: Clear your calendars for March 19! Grab lunch or dinner at Breakwater BBQ. A portion of the proceeds will go directly to CAB to help fund equipment, uniforms, and more.

Looking Ahead: Spring Sports

The spring season kicks off the last week of March. If your student is interested in participating, get ready for:

• Tennis

• Wrestling

• Soccer

• Track and Field

• Boys Volleyball

Full details regarding tryout times and registration will follow soon. Go Cubs!

This Weekend:

Friday, March 6 to Sunday, March 8

• Robotics Competition

This Week:

Monday, March 9

• ELPAC Make Up Testing

• Youth Cinema Project 3:30-5:00 pm in D4

Tuesday, March 10

• ELPAC Make Up Testing

Wednesday, March 11

• Homework Club/Tutoring at 3:15 pm in Cunha Library
• Youth Cinema Project 3:30-5:00 pm in D4

Thursday, March 12

• Homework Club/Tutoring at 2:15 pm in Cunha Library
• Board Meeting 6pm (Library closed)

Next Week:

Monday, March 16

• Youth Cinema Project 3:30-5:00 pm in D4

Wednesday, March 18

• Homework Club/Tutoring at 3:15 pm in Cunha Library
• Youth Cinema Project 3:30-5:00 pm in D4

Thursday, March 19

• Homework Club/Tutoring at 2:15 pm in Cunha Library
• Breakwater Barbeque Fundraiser for Cunha Athletic Boosters

Friday, March 20

• End of Quarter 3
• Dance 7:00-9:00 pm

We're excited to announce our yearbook art contest with the theme "Greetings from Half Moon Bay" (think vintage postcards, beach vibes, and that classic "wish you were here" feeling). Whether you're into painting, drawing, photography, digital design, or any other medium, we want to see your creative take on what makes our coastal town special. Your artwork should be sized at 8.5"x11", and all students in grades 6-8 are welcome to enter. The winning design will be featured in this year's yearbook, and the artist will receive a free copy to keep forever. Submissions are due by March 20, 2026, so start brainstorming your ideas and show us Half Moon Bay through your eyes!

Buy a yearbook: https://bit.ly/cunhayearbook. Passcode: 1016935141791594

If you have previously purchased a yearbook through Treering and need to add this school or year on your account, please follow these instructions: https://help.treering.com/s/article/Update-School-and-School-Year-for-Your-Child.

Parents, if you have awesome pictures of Cunha students, please share them here: https://bit.ly/cunhapictures. Photos submitted may be used in future newsletters and/or the yearbook.

Don't forget that each purchase of a yearbook comes with two free pages that you can customize. Custom pages are only printed in your child's yearbook.

The Say Something-Anonymous Reporting System (ARS) program empowers students to be Upstanders and say something to a Trusted Adult when they recognize warning signs and threats. The Tip Line allows you to submit secure, anonymous safety concerns to help someone who may hurt themselves or others.

To submit a tip, click the picture below, call 1-844-572-9669 or text 79775.

Please check out the Frequently Asked Questions for Parents here: https://bit.ly/cunhasaysomethingfaq