August 17, 2026

Families,

Welcome to what is going to be an incredible school year! We are so thrilled to open our doors and welcome our students back to campus for the 26-27 school year. Our teachers and staff have been working tirelessly to prepare classrooms, plan engaging lessons, and build a vibrant, safe environment where every student can learn, grow, and thrive.

Whether you are returning to our community or joining us for the first time, you are an essential part of our school family and we are glad that you are here! We are honored to partner with you in your child’s educational journey. Let’s make this year the best one yet!

Mrs. Lubrano

Principal

Communication and partnership between home and school are vital to your student's success. To keep you in the loop, you can expect to receive this newsletter every Monday morning.

Each edition will serve as your go-to guide for:

• Upcoming Events & Key Dates: Never miss a spirit day, parent-teacher conference, or school closure.

• Campus Highlights: Photos and stories showcasing the amazing things happening in our classrooms, art rooms, laboratories, and playing fields.

• Important Announcements: Updates from school leadership, reminders, and helpful resources.

Building consistent daily routines early makes a world of difference. Arriving on time every day helps your child feel prepared, connected, and ready to learn. Thank you in advance for prioritizing attendance! School begins promptly at 8:00am.

"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world."

— Nelson Mandela

Mark your calendars! We warmly invite all families to join us for Back to School Night on Thursday, August 27th at 5:30 PM.

We will begin our evening together in the auditorium, where you’ll have the opportunity to meet our fantastic staff and hear a few quick, key updates for the year ahead. At 5:50 PM, we will transition to the classrooms, where you’ll get to explore your child's learning environment, learn about the curriculum, and connect directly with their teacher. We can't wait to see you there and kick off a wonderful year of partnership!

Please Note: To ensure we can focus fully on the information being presented, this evening is designed specifically for parents only.

Looking for a safe, engaging, and enriching environment for your child after the school bell rings? We still have openings available in our Think Together after-school program! This is a fee-based program.

Think Together offers a fantastic mix of:

• Academic Support & Homework Help: Dedicated time to help students stay on track.

• STEM & Arts Enrichment: Fun, hands-on activities that ignite creativity and curiosity.

• Physical Activity & Healthy Choices: Group games, sports, and healthy snacks to keep kids energized.

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Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity for your student to learn, grow, and connect with peers after school.

👉 How to Enroll: Slots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis! Please take a look at the attached flyers as to how to apply.

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!

Welcome back to Bishop! I hope that all of you were able to experience moments of joy and connection this past summer. I took some time to disconnect and enjoy the outdoors by camping with my husband and kids.

For those of you who are new to Bishop, allow me to introduce myself: I am Diana Johnson (students know me as "Ms. Diana"), the social worker here at Bishop Elementary. This is my 11th year having the privilege of working with the students, staff, and families in our beautiful Bishop Community. I am on campus Mondays-Fridays and available to any student, staff, or family needing support. What can the school social worker help with? Below are a few areas that I focus on in supporting our community:

1. Mental Health - coordinating on-site counseling services and providing referrals to outside providers when appropriate.

2. Checking in on and connecting with students to ensure every child feels a sense of safety and belonging here at Bishop.

3. Helping students resolve difficult social and emotional situations that arise during the school day so they can focus on what they are here to do - LEARN!

4. Consulting with parents and teachers to provide strategies for addressing challenging social, emotional, or behavioral needs.

4. Maintaining close relationships with agencies and organizations that can provide support for our community's basic needs for food, shelter, and clothing.

I can be reached directly via phone - 408-522-8200, ext. 1205, or email - diana.johnson@sesd.org. I look forward to meeting you all!

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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.