Cub Connection

Monday, October 6

PTC Caramel Apple Sale Begins - Info Below

Sports practice 2:50 - 3:50

Tuesday, October 7

Picture Re-Take Day

Anime for 3rd /4th grade @ Lunch Recess

Sports @ Woods - All Games Begin @ 2:30

PTC Meeting @ 5:30pm in the Cub Cafe - All are welcome!

Wednesday, October 8

3rd Grade Field Trip to Clovis Heritage Museum

Early Release @ 1:15

Sign Language Class 1:20-2:20 in Room 50

Spirit Practice in the Cub Cafe 3:00-4:00

Comp Cheer Practice in the Cub Cafe 3:00-5:30

Destination Imagination Parent Information Night @ 6:00pm in the Library

CUSD Governing Board Meeting

Thursday, October 9

College Gear Day

eSports for 5th / 6th Grade @ Morning Recess

Sports Practice 2:50-3:50

Friday, October 10

Garfield Center to The Big Fresno Fair

Buchanan Homecoming

Hello Garfield Families,

Welcome to October! As we enjoy the cooler weather, cozy sweaters, and all things pumpkin-spiced, this season also brings a special opportunity to connect: Parent-Teacher Conferences are just around the corner!

Your child’s teacher will be reaching out soon (if they haven’t already) to schedule a time to meet.

Please note:

• Parent-Teacher Conference Day is Friday, October 31st – there will be no school for students on this day.

• In addition to October 31st, your teacher may offer limited time slots on other days leading up to that date. They will communicate those options directly with you.

• Each family will be able to sign up for one conference time slot.

Conferences are a valuable time to check in and collaborate. You might consider asking:

• What are my child’s academic strengths and areas for growth?

• How can I support their progress at home?

• How is my child doing socially and emotionally?

We deeply value our partnership with you in supporting your child’s learning and well-being. Thank you for being a vital part of the Garfield Elementary community.

Warmly,

Methinee Bozeman

School picture make up day is this Tuesday, October 7th. If your student was absent on school picture day last month, please plan on taking pictures this Tuesday. All students will be photographed for our yearbook. If your student had pictures taken previously but you'd like for them to be taken again, have your student bring the first picture package to the photographer. You will receive the same photo package as your original purchase. If you'd like to purchase additional pictures at any time this year, go to www.islandphotography.net and enter school code 316.

The Garfield Parent Teacher Club (PTC) provides our school, students and teachers with much needed support throughout the year. Want to vote on items for our school, get involved, or just learn what we are all about? Join our meeting this Tuesday, Oct. 7th at 5:30pm in the Cub Café.

Garfield PTC plays a vital role in the Garfield community. In addition to raising funds to support technology, curriculum enrichment opportunities, and sports, Garfield PTC hosts many fun events and activities throughout the year for students and families. Check our website by clicking here for the 25/26 calendar of events. Also be sure to follow us on social media!

Open Enrollment Transfer Applications are available at the Office of Student Services and School Attendance (SSSA), at www.cusd.com , and at the Garfield office for those parents/guardians who desire to transfer their child(ren) to a school other than the school of residence. Open Enrollment applications for the 26-27 school year are due to the Garfield office by October 29, 2025. Open enrollment transfers are available only to students whose who home dwelling is within the District boundaries. As required by the California Education Code, parents/guardians cannot use the open enrollment transfer process for a transitional kindergartener or kindergarten child but must use the intra-district transfer process for their child’s kindergarten year. An open enrollment transfer may be requested for students enrolled in 1st – 12th

The second Thursday of every month is College Gear Day at Garfield. Students and staff are encouraged to wear their favorite college tee-shirts or sweatshirts on this day and show their school spirit! Elementary students are always thinking of what they’d like to be when they grow up, so questions about post secondary education are encouraged!