Farnham FLASH

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SEPTEMBER

25th, Thursday - Dad's Night out, See Info Below

29th, Monday - SSC & ELAC Meeting, @ 3:00 pm, Library

30th, Tuesday - Family Night Out: Chipotle, 4:00 - 8:00 pm, See Flyer Below

OCTOBER

1st, Wednesday - International Walk (or Roll) to School Day, See Flyer Below

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

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

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

Dear Farnham Families,

Our TK and Kindergarten students wrapped up their Color Days this week, finishing their study of color with lots of excitement and joy. It has been wonderful to see their learning come to life through this celebration!

We also want to share that our wonderful crossing guard, Ms. Tania, has accepted a new job opportunity and will be finishing her time with Farnham next Friday. We are so grateful for her service in keeping our students and families safe each day. Please be sure to wish her well as you cross Woodard this coming week.

With Ms. Tania’s departure, Farnham is seeking a new crossing guard. If you or someone you know is interested, please see the job description below and reach out to Ms. Patricia in the office for more information.

Lastly, mark your calendars! International Walk to School Day is Wednesday, October 1st. We invite families to meet us at Houge Park at 7:50 a.m. to walk to school together. It’s a great way to celebrate community, exercise, and safe routes to school.

Be well,

Amy O’Hehir

Farnham Principal

*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. 3rd. Please wish her well in the coming week when crossing at Twilight Drive.

A NOTE FROM YOUR HSC BOARD:

Hello Fabulous Farnham Families!

We're halfway through our fall Giving Campaign and have hit 19% of our $40,000 goal! Your support helps fund amazing things like field trips, assemblies, class supplies, Starting Arts, and more. Please consider giving today—every bit helps us reach our goal!

• Family Night Out at Chipotle: Join us Tuesday, September 30th, from 4-8pm at Chipotle on Camden. Grab dinner or a snack and support the Farnham HSC! Ordering online? Use code CGKPN24.
• International Walk to School Day: Walk with us from Houge Park to school on Wednesday, October 1st, at 7:50am. We'll gather as a group and head to the front gates to start the school day together!
• Fall Book Fair: Shop after school during the first week of conferences, October 6th-10th. We'll have a later option on Wednesday for families. We need volunteers to make it happen, so please sign up here if you can help!
• Pumpkin Walk: Our big fall community event is October 24th from 3:30-7:30pm, featuring games, a bake sale, Haunted House, Trick or Treat Alley, and more! We need your help to make it a reality—consider signing up to decorate, run a station, or clean up. Find more info and sign-up links here.

Walk together with friends, classmates and family members!

Dad’s night out is ON at Stevie’s Bar and Grill - TONIGHT THURSDAY 9/25 7:30PM!

Meet the dads! Give yourself one night out with like minded Dads for food, drinks, games at STEVIE’S BAR AND GRILL ON 2705 Union Ave, San Jose, CA 95124.

Food will be available through Farnham Dad owned “Abve the Basics!”

Add to your calendar here!

https://addcal.io/e/1zi3gi8aw7qw

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 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:

• September 2025 Course Offerings - Classes start on September 22nd

• 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