The Sunkist Bear Buzz
2026
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Sunny Sunkist Hello from Mrs. Hunter-Stewart!
Greetings, Sunkist families! It has been such a wonderful first few weeks here at Sunkist, as your new principal! I have had the pleasure to meet many of you and have felt an outpouring of warmth and welcoming. I value the support and love this community shows to our students and school. The fantastic job you are doing as parents is reflected by how polite and kind your children are and we are so proud of our Bears! Please remember that this whole school community is a team and we work together to do the very best of everything for our kids! I am here to be of service to all of you.
In partnership,
Mrs. Stacy Hunter-Stewart
Absence Notes
Please provide the office with an absent note or doctor's note when your student needs to miss school. This is important so we can excuse the absence.
We are so glad to see you!
1.Parking Lot reminders:
- Cars - pull all the way forward in the drop-off/pick-up zone to help keep traffic flowing
- Pedestrians - use the sidewalks and side entrances. Please do not walk through the parking lot, as it is very dangerous.
- Parking spaces are reserved for staff. If you need to park, please find street parking during the morning rush.
2. Every minute counts! Please be on time and avoid checking students out early, whenever possible.
- TK/K - 8 - 2pm Wednesday dismissal @ 12 pm
- Grades 1-3: 8 am - 2:20 pm Wednesday dismissal @ 12:33 pm
- Grades 4/5: 8 am - 2:30 pm Wednesday dismissal @ 12:38 pm
3. Reusable WATER BOTTLES encouraged! Please bring a reusable bottle (no glass please) for water. We have a refill station in the cafeteria and multiple water fountains around campus to help keep our Bears hydrated.
4. Please review our school uniform policy (attachment below). Every Friday we enjoy free dress - an appropriate outfit of your choice!
TK/Kinder Back to School Night
Thursday, Sept. 3 from 5:30 - 7 pm.
Please join us for a night of getting to know your child's teacher and classroom! We will have a short parent meeting first to help you sign up to volunteer if you are able to help us out. Afterwards, classrooms will be open for visits.
Expectations Assemblies
We invited every student, grades 1 - 5, to attend a special assembly to make sure we are clear on our rules and expectations of all Sunkist Bears. Our rules are there to keep everyone safe and happy. Our Bears are making us proud and following these guidelines every day, making Sunkist a fabulous school!
Back to School Night, Grades 1-5
Counseling/Wellness Center
Dear Sunkist Families,
We care about you! As we begin the school year, we want every student to have what they need. If your family needs any resources, such as school supplies, hygiene products, or other essentials, please reach out. You can call the school wellness center at (805)986-8722 ext. 2886. We will be happy to help while supplies last, and all requests will be handled with care and confidentiality.
In August, our Tier 1 lessons kicked off with counselor introductions and our Bear's Den expectations. This September, our lessons will focus on the importance of school attendance and strategies to support our kindergarten and first-grade students experiencing separation anxiety.
If you ever need to refer your student for school counseling, please fill out this form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdjlIqMth80tWTJmIjIR6u5V3gtSvZn3ySvzTkykFCW9_23Vw/viewform
Thank you for being a valued part of our school community!
Warm regards,
Ms. Pilotzi, Sunkist School Counselor
Important Dates
- Sept. 3 - TK/Kinder Back to School Night 5:30 -7 pm
- Sept. 7 - NO SCHOOL
- Sept. 8 - SHINE live theater meeting 5:30 pm
Sept. 14 - STAFF DEVELOPMENT DAY #1 - NO SCHOOL
Sept. 22 - Back to School Night, grades 1-5, 5-7 pm - parent welcome, classroom visits, food trucks, and more!
September 8, 2026 Helping Kids Who are Experiencing Anxiety Thrive: Practical Tools for Parents - FREE @ Ventura County Office of Education in Camarillo
A Presentation for Parents
Helping Kids Who are Experiencing Anxiety Thrive: Practical Tools for Parents
Registration Link
Hispanic Heritage Month - Author visit!
We are excited to kick off Hispanic Heritage Month with an unforgettable evening for our school communities: Páginas de nuestro legado: celebrando autores, herencia e identidad hispana/Pages of Our Heritage: Celebrating Hispanic Authors, Heritage and Identity!
MLSTs and Community Schools Coordinators warmly invite you, your staff, and your school families to join us for an evening filled with literature, culture, and family fun.
Event Details
Date: Monday, September 21
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Doors open at 5:30 PM)
Location: Blackstock Junior High School Cafeteria (701 E. Bard Road, Oxnard, CA 93033)
What to Expect:
Special Book Reading by author Dr. Kathleen Contreras (Braids / Trencitas & Nacido Para Jugar Al Béisbol)
Live Entertainment
Bookmark Craft Activity for students
Complimentary Dinner & Dessert for all attendees!
