Farnham FLASH

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OCTOBER

6th, Monday - Board Office Hour @ 7:45 - 8:45 am, Sartorette

6th, Monday - 14th, Tuesday - Minimum Days for Parent/Teacher Conferences,

• Dismissal: TK & Kinder @ 1:00 pm, 1st - 3rd @ 1:15 pm, 4th & 5th @ 1:25 pm

6th, Monday - 10th, Friday - Scholastic Book Fair, 1:00 - 2:30 pm (Wednesday, 5:00 - 6:30 pm),

Cafeteria, See Flyer Below

7th, Tuesday - H&SC Meeting, @ 6:30 pm, Library

8th, Wednesday - Pumpkin Walk Planning Meeting, @ 6:00 pm, Library

14th, Tuesday - ELD Parent Info Night, @ 6:00 pm, More Info to Follow

15th, Wednesday - Pumpkin Walk Planning Meeting, @ 6:00 pm, Library

16th, Thursday - Board Meeting: Recognition, @ 6:30 pm, PDC

24th, Friday - Farnham Spirit Day - Costume Day

24th, Friday - Pumpkin Walk, @ 3:30 - 7:30 pm

29th, Wednesday - Vision & Hearing Screening (Kinder, 2nd & 5th)

30th, Thursday - Make - Up Picture Day

31st, Friday - Professional Development Day, NO School

Dear Farnham Families,

In the first 30 days of school, we have been keeping a close eye on attendance and punctuality. So far, 77 of our Farnham Falcons have been late at least once, and 20 of our Falcons have been late more than 30% of the time.

We know that arriving on time each day sets our students up for success—helping them start the day calmly, connect with their classmates, and fully engage in learning. Thank you for partnering with us to build strong attendance habits that support both academic growth and lifelong responsibility.

This past Wednesday, our community came together for International Walk to School Day, and it was wonderful to see so many students and families participating. Events like these remind us how fun and healthy it can be to get to school on time together!

Family Tips for a Smooth Morning:

• Set out backpacks, lunches, and clothes the night before.

• Aim to arrive 5–10 minutes earlier than you think you need to.

• Create a consistent morning routine so students know what to expect.

• If driving, allow a little extra time for traffic or parking.

Together, we can help every Falcon soar by starting the day on time and ready to learn!

Be well,

Amy O'Hehir

*Don't forget to scroll to the bottom of this newsletter to see photos of what happened on campus this week!

Farnham School is looking for a crossing guard to help our students cross Woodard Road safely at Twilight Drive. This is a paid position. If interested in the exciting part-time position (7:50-8:20 am and 1:55-2:55 pm daily), please call or stop by the office.

After many years of service to our Falcons, Crossing Guard Ms. Tania's last day is Friday, Oct. 10th. Please wish her well before her last day at Twilight Drive.

A NOTE FROM YOUR HSC BOARD:

Hello Fabulous Farnham Families!

October is here, and we're buzzing with excitement for our upcoming Fall Events – and we need your amazing help to make them the most memorable yet! There are tons of ways to get involved, and we're always open to your brilliant ideas and feedback. Want to chat in person? Join us at our next HSC meeting, next Tuesday, October 7, at 6:30 PM in the library.

• Fall Book Fair Fun: Get ready to dive into some great reads next week! The Book Fair runs daily from 1-2:30 PM, with a special evening session on Wednesday from 5-6:30 PM. Popping in for conferences and have a few extra minutes? We'd love your help – sign up for a volunteer slot here and help us spread the joy of reading!
• Pumpkin Walk Crew: Our spooktacular Pumpkin Walk is just around the corner, and we need our fantastic volunteers to help with set up, running stations, and clean up. Not sure where to lend a hand? Pick your child's grade level and help keep their game station open for all the fun!
  • SIGN UP HERE FOR THE DAY OF
  • SIGN UP HERE FOR THE HAUNTED HOUSE SETUP
• Giving Campaign: Every Bit Counts! It's not too late to make a huge difference in our annual GIVING CAMPAIGN! We've reached 25% of our goal, and your support ensures we can continue to fund all the awesome activities we have planned. Every amount, big or small, helps us reach our target. GIVE ONLINE TODAY.

You will be able to view your child's photo from Picture Day starting Oct. 13th at https://www.generationsschoolphotography.com/. If your child did not come home with the QR code, you can still easily view and order the photo with your child's student number. For any questions, email orders@gsp-photos.com.

Please stop by to pick up lost jackets, hats, water bottles and lunchboxes! Lost & Found is located next to the cafeteria doorway or on the rack in front of the office. The rack of jacket will be in front of the cafeteria during the school day.

Labeling your items with first and last name helps us to get lost items back to our students. Please label all items sent to school!

*Click on the flyer to go to the Registration page

The Cambrian Educational Foundation is excited to join the Cambrian Branch Library for the Moon Festival: Mid-Autumn Celebration on:

Thursday, October 9th
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

1780 Hillsdale Ave, San Jose, CA

Event Highlights:

• 4:00–5:00 PM: Crafts, photobooth, refreshments, and more!

• 4:15–4:30 PM: Special Moon Festival storytelling session

• 5:15–5:30 PM: Dance performance by Viet Steps

This event is free! Come celebrate with us and learn how the Cambrian Educational Foundation supports creativity and enrichment in our schools! For more details, visit the event page: Moon Festival: Mid-Autumn Celebration

#MoonFestival #CambrianStrong #CommunityCelebration #CambrianLibrary

The Cambrian School District is proud to collaborate with Fresno State Parent University to offer free online courses for our parent community. This innovative partnership focuses on building community capacity through engagement, involvement, and professional development. Through these courses, participants are empowered to explore new socioeconomic opportunities, equipping them with skills to contribute meaningfully to their families, schools, communities, and beyond. Together, we are fostering a stronger, more resilient community.

• ParentUniversityBrochure_English.pdf

• ParentUniversityBrochure_Spanish.pdf

For more detailed information about the courses and how to register, please click on the following resources below:

• October 2025 Course Offerings - Classes begin on October 20th

• November 2025 Course Offerings - Classes start on November 17th

School Absences:

If your child will be absent or tardy, please call the automated 24 hour attendance line before the school day begins. Absences not cleared will be recorded as a truancy. Farnham's 24 hour automated attendance line is 408-377-3321 EXT 4102.

Medical Updates And Medications For 2025-2026 School Year:

Please provide updated medical forms for children with medical concerns and medication requirements for the 2025-2026 school year. The forms are available on the Cambrian District website's Enrollment Page. Please bring the updated and signed form(s), along with the medication, to the Health Office when school begins. A medication authorization form is required for both prescription and over-the-counter medicines. All medication must be in the original container, labeled by the pharmacist, with clear instructions for administration. O-T-C medications must be new in the sealed packaging.

All morning snack and lunches will be complimentary (no cost) for the entire 2025-26 school year. Even though school meals are free this year, we encourage you to complete the meal application to take advantage of additional benefits for you and your family, while also helping with school funding.

View Farnham School Menus here.

Website: farnham.cambriansd.org
Location: 15711 Woodard Road, San Jose, CA, 95124
Phone: 408-377-3321