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September 7, 2026 - September 11, 2026
Principal's Message
Upcoming Holidays and Minimum Days
This is a friendly reminder that Monday, September 7th, is Labor Day. There will be no school on this day. We hope our Bobcat families enjoy a safe and relaxing holiday!
Please mark your calendars! The following dates are minimum days:
- September 9
- September 17
- September 22–25: Teacher/Parent Conference Week (If you haven't scheduled a meeting, please do so or reach out to your child's teacher.)
Minimum Day Schedule:
AM & PM TK and Kindergarten: 7:50–11:30 a.m.
1st–3rd Grade: 8:06 a.m.–12:06 p.m.
4th–6th Grade: 8:00 a.m.–12:09 p.m.
SDC Kinders in Mrs. Carpenter's Class: 8:06 a.m.–11:51 a.m.
Please plan to arrive promptly at your student’s dismissal time to help ensure a safe and smooth dismissal for all students and staff. Thank you!
Fall Intersession (9/28-10/2)
Beckman's Spirit Gear Sale (Ends Sept. 11)
You can scan the QR code from the flyer or click on this link to order our school's spirit gear.
Special Education Community Advisory Committee Meeting
You are invited to attend the upcoming Community Advisory Committee meeting hosted by the Student Services/SELPA Department.
Topic: Special Education 101
Presenter: Kelsey Dibner, Program Specialist
When: Monday, September 14, 2026
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Microsoft Teams
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone by clicking the link below:
If you have any questions, please get in touch with the Student Services/SELPA Department at (209) 331-7061. We look forward to your participation.
Beckman's Harvest Festival
Lincoln Technical Academy Open House
Join us on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. for an evening to explore our programs, meet our staff, and learn more about the opportunities available to our students and community.
We would love to see you there and hope you can join us!
Imagine this... Story Writing Contest
The Imagine This... Story Writing Contest is now open, and we're inviting students in grades 3–8 to write and submit original stories—real or imagined—based on accurate information about California agriculture. This one-of-a-kind contest combines agriculture, creativity, and literacy. Each year, one state winner from each grade level is selected, and their story is illustrated by talented high school art students before being published in a beautifully bound book!
Important Dates:
📅 November 1 – Story Submission Deadline
🏅 December 1 – Regional Winners Announced
🏆 December 1 – State Winners Announced
Winners Will:
📖 Become a published author
🏛️ Travel to Sacramento to be recognized at the State Capitol (travel expenses covered)
🎨 Have their story professionally illustrated by high school art students
🖼️ Receive a giant poster featuring their story's illustrated book cover
Volunteer Process (K-12)
Volunteer Process (K-12)
The volunteer process was switched to online. The process is posted on both school and district webpages under “Families – Volunteer.
2026-2027 School Year Calendar
Calendar - Upcoming Events & Activities
1st Trimester 2026-2027 Important Dates
Monday, September 7th – Labor Day! – No School
Wednesday, September 9th – Minimum Day / College Wear Day!
Wednesday, September 16th – Assessment & Collaboration Minimum Day / College Wednesday!
Thursday, September 17th – Constitution Day!
Tuesday, 9/21 – Friday, 9/25: Parent-Teacher Conferences (Early Dismissal - Minimum Days)
Monday, September 28th thru Friday, October 9th – Fall Break
Extended 2026-2027 Important Dates
Monday, October 12th – School Resumes
Wednesday, October 14th – College Wear Day!
Wednesday, October 14th – Picture Retake & Make-Up Day (7:30-12:00 in the Cafeteria)
10/16-10/23: Fall Book Fair (Library)
Wednesday, October 21st – Minimum Day / College Wear Day!
Wednesday, October 21st – Harvest Festival (3:30-5:30)
Wednesday, October 28th – Kona Ice Truck (2:00-2:45)
Wednesday, October 28th – College Wear Day!
Friday, October 30th – Bobcats PBIS Store (9:30-10:15)
Tuesday, November 3rd – General Election Polling Place (6 am – 9 pm in the Library)
Wednesday, November 4th – Minimum Day / College Wear Day!
Friday, November 6th – First Trimester Report Cards Are Sent Home
Friday, November 6th – Kona Ice Truck (2:00-2:45)
Tuesday, November 10th – Parent Café Begins (Tuesdays from 8:30-10:00 in F28)
Wednesday, November 11th – Veteran’s Day (No School)
Wednesday, November 18th – Minimum Day / College Wear Day!
Friday, November 20th – Bobcats PBIS Store (9:30-10:15)
November 23rd – November 27th – Thanksgiving Break
Wednesday, December 2nd – College Wear Day!
Friday, December 4th – Kona Ice Truck (2:00-2:45)
Wednesday, December 9th – Minimum Day / College Wear Day!
Wednesday, December 16th – College Wear Day!
Thursday, December 17th – Bobcats PBIS Store (9:30-10:15)
Friday, December 18th – Minimum Day
12/21/26 – 1/4/27: Winter Break