Cougar News

Due to a loss of critical Title 1 funding this past year, the front gate will not open until 7:25 am. Please DO NOT DROP OFF YOUR STUDENT(S) BEFORE 7:25 am. There will be no adult supervision for your child/children. This is new this year, due to a loss of funding that previously paid for supervision during early student drop-off. Students will be permitted on campus for breakfast service beginning at 7:25 am.

This Wednesday, August 27, 2025, we have our very first school-wide rally. Students will receive instructions about the Rally prior to attending. Dismissal will remain at 2:37 pm.

Please turn in the following documents as soon as possible:

• Income Verification Form - Which helps provide critical funding to support our students. We have lost over $250,000 in funding over the last two years, because we cannot accurately our students socio-economic-status which is 1 of 4 indicators in receiving Title 1 Federal Funding.
• Immunizations Records - Please make sure that Sylvan Middle School has your current or updated immunization records for your student(s).

Parents, you can report absences by calling 916-971-7875, or you can email at sylvanabsence@sanjuan.edu, or in the parent portal.

NOTE: If you are withdrawing your student from Sylvan or from the San Juan Unified School District, please use this link, https://forms.sanjuan.edu/251416517326050

Thank you.

Dear Families,

At the end of this week, students will be issued textbooks to use throughout the school year. We kindly ask for your support in helping your child keep track of their textbook, as it will need to be returned at the end of the year.

Please note that any unreturned materials belonging to the San Juan Unified School District will result in a replacement fee.

Thank you.

Our Middle School Girls Volleyball League starts next week, and I wanted to provide some helpful information regarding Sylvan. I have included the practice schedule for the Sylvan team below. The 2 Sylvan teams are almost full already which is great to hear so we want to say thank you for everything.

Practice for the week of August 25th

Tuesday 8/26 (4:00pm-7:00pm) @ Rusch Park (Both Sylvan Teams)

Wednesday 8/27 (4:00pm-5:30pm) @ Rusch Park (Coach Chris’ Team)

Thursday 8/28 (6:30pm-8:00pm) @ Rusch Park (Coach Jessica’s Team)

Practice for rest of season (9/2-11/4) @ Sylvan Middle School Gym

Monday (6:30pm-8:00pm) @ Sylvan

Tuesdays (6:30pm-8:00pm) @ Sylvan

Wednesdays (6:30pm-8:00pm) @ Sylvan

Thursdays (6:30pm-8:00pm) @ Sylvan

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out.

Friendly reminder regarding rules for attendance at Mesa Verde Football Games.

1. No backpacks are permitted inside the stadium.
2. No outside food or drinks.
3. Minors and non-high school students will not be permitted without an adult escort. This includes Middle school students.
4. No alcohol, vaping, or tobacco products allowed.

Game times for tomorrow are JV @ 6pm and Varsity @ 7:30pm

All tickets for events are through Mesa Verde GoFan. To purchase tickets in advance please use the link Mesa Verde GoFan

Important updates will be coming throughout the week by either email and/or blackboard phone message. Stay informed and watch for these important messages. Thank you.

Parents, please review the district cell phone policy with your student. It is in the Sylvan Middle School student planner and will also be reviewed in class by teachers and administrators during the beginning of the school year. Cell phones use is not permitted during instructional time and specified events. Thank you.

As a general rule, cell phones may only be used:

• Before and After School
• During Passing Periods
• During Lunch

Parents, please review the district dress code policy with your student. It is in the Sylvan Middle School student planner and will also be reviewed in class by teachers and administrators during the beginning of the school year. Please click on the PDF link above to see the district poster of the dress code policy. Thank you.

Bridges is still accepting applications for the after-school program at Sylvan Middle School. Please go to the front office for applications and additional information.

Every Sunday Night you will receive the Cougar News. It will keep you in the know about what is happening at Sylvan.