The Paw Print

To help make dismissal a smooth process for everyone, please adhere to the following procedures:

• Keep the sidewalk clear (this becomes a safety issue)
• Pick up students who are walking in the grass area, not at the gates.
• Designate a place in the grass to meet your student (by a certain tree, at the crosswalk, by the far kinder gate, etc.) This will help reduce the number of parents waiting in the same area.

If you have any questions, please reach out to us. Thank you!

Dear Brookhaven Families,

Welcome to the 2026–27 school year! I hope your summer was filled with wonderful memories, time with family and friends, and opportunities to recharge. We are so excited to welcome our Bears back to campus and begin another year of learning, growth, and connection.

This year, our theme is “Cultivating Growth: Tending Our Garden of Learners.” Just as a garden needs care, encouragement, and nurturing to thrive, our students flourish when we work together to provide a supportive environment where every child feels known, valued, and challenged to grow. We look forward to partnering with you throughout the year to help each of our students reach their full potential.

I also want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to our Brookhaven families and community for your generous donations and continued support. Your generosity provides resources and experiences that directly benefit our students and staff. Whether you donated supplies, contributed financially, volunteered your time, or supported one of our school events, please know that your contributions make a meaningful difference. We are incredibly fortunate to have such a caring and supportive community.

Thank you for entrusting your children to us. We are looking forward to a wonderful year filled with learning, laughter, new friendships, and opportunities for every Bear to grow. Together, we will continue to make Brookhaven a place where every student can learn, belong, and thrive.

Here’s to a fantastic 2026–27 school year!

With gratitude and excitement,

Laura Fisher
Principal
Brookhaven Elementary School

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

Mon. Aug. 17

Tue., Aug. 18

2:20 - GATE First Lego League begins

Wed., Aug. 19 - EARLY RELEASE (1:15 Dismissal)

6:15 pm - Beginning Band Parent Meeting (see flyer below)

Thurs., Aug. 20

2:20 - GATE First Lego League

Fri., Aug. 21

2:15 - Ice Cream Sales ($1)

Mark your calendars...

Aug. 25 - Running Club begins (weather permitting)

Aug. 26 - Early Release (1:15 Dismissal)

Aug. 27 - Picture Day and Back to School Night (see information below)

Aug. 31 - After School Enrichment-CHESS MASTERS begins (sign up below)

Sept. 11 - Coffee with the Principal (see flyer below)

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 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.

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.

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.

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

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!

1. Sign up to become a PTA member
2. Return 26-27 Event Waiver
3. Mark calendars with important upcoming events
4. Fill out "Volunteer Interest Form"
5. Purchase Yearbook
6. Order Spirit wear (don't forget to label items - consider purchasing labels from our Mabel's Labels fundraiser)
7. Follow Brookhaven PTA on Instagram @Brookhaven_PTA

Use this link to request assistance for your student for counseling or food/housing