Emerson Sunday News
Family & Community Newsletter October 11, 2026
A big thank you to our wonderful Emerson PTA for hosting last Fridayβs Dance Party! Our Eagles had a great time dancing, having fun with friends, and enjoying a cool popsicle treat!
We are also excited to share that our PTA Membership Drive was a success! Thank you to all our families who joined and continue to support our school community. Your membership, time, and involvement help make these special experiences possible for our students. We appreciate our PTA and all they do to make Emerson a great place to learn and grow!
With appreciation,
Dr. Dominguez
Dates to Remember
Oct. 13th The Habit FNO (See PTA News)
Oct. 22nd Picture Day: Makeup and or Retake
Oct. 23rd Truck or Treat (See PTA News)
Please Read the PTA News linked below for more information and details.
Reminders
IMPORTANT: Update Your Contact & Emergency Information
This is now past due! Please go online and complete the Annual Student Verification for each of your students if you have not already done so.
Packets have been sent out with a checklist of information that will need to be completed for the school year.
Once all of the packet contents have been reviewed/completed, please complete this google document confirming receipt of all the important information: https://forms.gle/UWJdLWRNUEKP33w86.
SANKOFA SATURDAYS
π Pet Reminder π©
We love seeing you walk your pets to school with your student(s) but we have a few reminders.
- Pets are not allowed on campus in the walkways leading to gates and beyond
- Please do not tie pets to the gates and leave unattended
- Please do not allow students to pet your pet
- Please clean up after your pet.
TK & Kinder Families: Morning Drop Off Update
Family Reminders
TK & Kinder Parents: Please drop students off on the playground and leave after a quick βgoodbyeβ or βsee you later.β This helps foster independence and gives students the space to play comfortably.
We kindly ask that you do not wait in the hallways or peek in the classroom windows which will also support their independence.
All Families: When the 8:55 a.m. bell rings, please make your way to the exits. We ask that there be no lingering in the hallways or on the playground.
Reminder: Student restrooms are for students only in order to protect the privacy of all children. If you need to assist your child, please come to the office first, and we will direct you to the appropriate restroom to use.
Bike & Scooter Safety Reminder!
Dear Families,
Students are more than welcome to ride their bikes or scooters to school! Itβs a great way to stay active and enjoy the fresh air. However, we want to ensure everyone stays safe, so here are a few important reminders:
βοΈ Walk your bike or scooter when entering and leaving campus.
βοΈ Park bikes and scooters at the bike racks located at our front entrance on Josie Ave.
βοΈ Remember to wear a helmet and follow all traffic safety rules.
Thank you for helping us keep our school a safe and welcoming place for everyone! π΄ββοΈπ
π Please Read-Safety Concerns: Pick up/Drop off π
Bell Schedule
Please allow extra time to get to school as we anticipate there maybe be traffic due to the new start time for Middle and High school students.
~REGULAR BELL SCHEDULE FOR 25-26~
**WARNING BELL RINGS AT 8:55 A.M. EVERY DAY**
TK & K 9:00 - 3:00
1st - 3rd 9:00 β 3:05
4th & 5th 9:00 β 3:10
EVERY THURSDAY TK β 5th Grade 2:30 dismissal
CHECK OUT THE PTA NEWS
School Wellness & Prevention Lessons
Ms. Williams our school counselor will facilitate these lessons and send communications prior to the start of the lessons.
Nutrition Services Breakfast & Lunch Application
Check out our Online Meal Application! You can fill out a meal application for free or reduced-priced meals at:
https://longbeach.rocketscanapps.com
This application is Smart-Phone friendly and is available in English and Spanish. For more information, call Nutrition Services at (562) 427-7923 or CLICK HERE.