September 14, 2026

As a reminder to help protect all our students and families during busy drop-off and pick-up times, parking or stopping in marked crosswalks is strictly prohibited.

When cars block crosswalks, it forces children to step out into active traffic to cross the street and prevents oncoming drivers from seeing them clearly. Please ensure crosswalks remain completely clear at all times, even for quick drop-offs. Thank you for doing your part to keep our school zone safe for everyone!

We are thrilled to announce that Ms. Elings has officially launched library time for our students!

Our fabulous library is packed with fantastic books, comfortable reading nooks, and endless opportunities to spark a love for reading. Beyond scheduled class visits, students can also take advantage of this wonderful resource before and after school to check out new titles. Be sure to stop by and explore all the amazing things our library has to offer!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our very first PTA Social! It was wonderful to see so many families connecting, sharing laughs, and filling our school community with such great energy.

An extra-special shoutout goes to the incredible number of parents and caregivers who stepped up and signed up to volunteer. Your willingness to jump in and support our students, events, and teachers makes all the difference. We are so grateful for this amazing show of community support—we couldn't do it without you! Keep an eye out for follow-up emails regarding volunteer opportunities, and thank you again for making our first event such a memorable success.

We were so excited to gather together today as a school community for our very first Bobcat Rally of the year!

These monthly assemblies are a special time for us to come together, celebrate one another, and shine a spotlight on the incredible achievements happening across our campus. It’s all about building school spirit, recognizing student growth, and showing off our Bobcat pride. We look forward to our October rally where we can cheer, celebrate, and kick off another great month!

We love partnering with our families, and we need your help to make this school year extraordinary! Whether it’s chaperoning field trips, assisting in the classroom, or helping out at special campus events, our volunteers play a vital role in our school community. If you’d like to join in the fun, please take a few moments to complete the necessary steps. Getting cleared early ensures you won't miss out on any upcoming opportunities to support our students.

If you have questions about where you are in the clearance process, or if you need help with any of the steps please reach out to the main office (408-522-8229).

1. Submit a Volunteer Application

2. Provide Proof of TB Clearance

3. Complete Live Scan Fingerprinting

4. Complete Mandated Reporter Training

Thank you for your dedication to keeping our students safe and for supporting our school community.

Mark your calendars! Our next School Site Council (SSC) meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 15th at 2:30 PM in Room 109.

What is the School Site Council? The School Site Council plays a vital role in shaping our school’s success. Its primary purpose is to review and evaluate academic programs, help allocate school resource funds, and develop the annual Single Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) to ensure all students receive the support they need to thrive.

Who Makes Up the Council? The SSC is a collaborative group designed to give equal voice to our school community. It consists of:

• The school principal

• Elected Teachers and school staff members

• Elected Parents and community members

All families are welcome to attend our meetings to stay informed and share their perspectives. We hope to see you there!

Sunnyvale families, you are invited! Join us for a special Community Kick-Off event as we celebrate launch of the 2026-2027 school year.

• Date: Tuesday, September 15th

• Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

• Location: Columbia Middle School

Share a meal, meet student and district leaders, and celebrate the power of our community!

How to Attend: Please scan the QR code to RSVP!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Friday, September 18
5:00–7:30 PM

Bring the family for an evening of S.T.E.A.M. activities and a picnic on the main lawn!

We hope to see you at one—or all—of these upcoming events!

Meet our front office staff: Joe Almanza and Rosario Clark. They are here to help, so please contact them at 408-522-8229 if you have questions. Please make sure to report any student absences at 408-522-8229 x5000.

Greetings Families!

We are in week two of attendance awareness month and our Attendance Challenge! We made great progress this week towards extra recess by beating last year's attendance on Tuesday AND Wednesday. We are only one more step away from EXTRA RECESS! Let's keep up the momentum and get some extra time outside next week.

At the end of this month, we will also be recognizing classroom "Attendance Heroes" with certificates and...In 'N Out gift cards for a free hamburger/cheeseburger!

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Also, If you have not filled out the lunch form this year, please do so, even if you do not think you qualify for free or reduced lunch. This helps us receive our Title 1 funding.