The play structure reopened today! Monkey bars were removed on one of the structures and will be replaced with something else soon. The students were very excited We will also be trying something new with 1st and 2nd graders beginning Monday:  1st graders will line up for lunch at 11:15 (their normal time) and 2nd graders will play first.  At 11:30, 2nd graders will be called in to line up for lunch and 1st graders will be able to start playing.  After 2nd graders have finished eating they will go play.  I am hoping this may help with playground issues and give each grade some dedicated time on the play structures.  

Red Ribbon Week will be celebrated next week!  We have some fun dress up days planned each day next week, but more importantly we will be reenforcing the ideas that Red Ribbon Week reminds kids to be safe, be happy, be brave, and to keep kids drug free. 

Thank you to our PTO for arranging a fun community event: Trunk or Treat!  This is a fun event for Bringhurst students where they can go from trunk (or table) to "trick or treat".  The event runs from 5:00-6:15 p.m. in our school parking lot.  The campus will not be open.  Students are free to come in costume!  If you are interested in participating and decorating your trunk or table, please sign up here. 

Parent Teacher Conferences will be here soon.  If you have not scheduled a time to meet with your child's teacher, please do so.  This is a dedicated time for you and your child's teacher to discuss your child's progress so far. 

Have a wonderful rest of October!

Mrs. Johanna White

Principal

October

28 - Bringhurst PTO presents: Trunk or Treat (Bringhurst Parking lot 5:00-6:15 p.m.)

31 - Halloween Parade 10:00 a.m. 

November

8 - CIPCF Meeting 7:00 p.m. 

10 - 1st Trimester Ends

11 - Veterans Day - NO SCHOOL

14-18 - Early Release Days 1st-6th grade - Parent Teacher Conference Week 

15 - Bringhurst PTO Meeting 6:00 p.m. 

21-25 - Thanksgiving Break - NO SCHOOL

Fremont Unified School District (FUSD) provides support for gifted and talented (GATE) students through differentiated instruction. We believe that differentiated instruction not only serves the needs of our exceptional students, but also enhances the entire educational program for all students.

In February of 2020, funding for the CogAT testing was cut as part of the budget savings. While the CogAT testing has been the primary means of qualifying students for GATE identification we are now in the process of identifying an alternative way of identifying students. There will not be a test for GATE eligibility given this year. We are currently revising the GATE identification process and handbook. FUSD will have an update by Spring 2023.

During the 2022/2023 school year we will continue to identify 5th and 6th grade students who were not identified in an earlier grade. These students may be considered for GATE identification through the professional judgement process. Teachers and/or parents may nominate a student. A completed nomination form must be submitted by the teacher or parent to the school Principal by December 15, 2022. Principals will set up meetings with the teacher, student, and parent to discuss the student’s eligibility for GATE identification. In June 2023, parents, teachers, and students who applied for professional judgement will be informed of their child’s GATE eligibility.

Fremont 聯合學區 (FUSD) 為資優 (GATE) 學生提供區別教學 。 我們相信區別教學不只滿足本校傑出學生的需要 ， 也提高了給所有學生的整體教育計劃 。  

2020 年 2 月， CogAT 測驗的資金因為節省預算而刪減。 CogAT 測驗一直是鑑定 GATE 合格學生的主要工具，我們正在尋找另一個識別學生的替代方法。今年將不會進行 GATE 資格測驗。我們正在修改 GATE 鑑定程序和手冊 將於 2023 年春季完成更新。

在 2022/2023 學年期間，我們將繼續鑑定 較早年級沒有被鑑定 的五年級和六年級學生。這些學生可經由專業評判程序被識別為 GATE 資格。 老師 和 /或 家長 可以推薦學生。填妥的推薦表格必須由老師或家長於 20 22 年 12 月 15 日 之前送交學校校長。校長將安排與老師，學生和家長會面，討論學生 GATE 的識別資格。申請專業評判的家長，老師和學生將於 202 3 年 6 月 收到他們孩子的 GATE 資格。

We are excited to announce our first Halloween Parade on Monday, October 31st at 10:00 a.m.  Students will be parading on the track.  Parents and families are welcome to watch the parade from outside of the gates on either side of the park: Wisdom Rd., S. Grimmer, or Insight Way.  Parents and families will not be allowed to watch from inside of the gates on school campus in order to keep our students safe. Thank you for your understanding. 

Students who wish to wear costumes to school must make sure they fit the following criteria:

Costumes do NOT interfere with the learning of themselves or others

Costumes must be appropriate for school.

Weapons and Masks will not be allowed at school. 

Adults (school staff) will NOT be able to help students with costumes. 

Students can change after the parade if they wish.

Thank you for your cooperation. 

Please send your child's lunch to school in containers other than glass.  We have had many instances when the containers are dropped and the glass breaks.  This is very dangerous with the number of students eating lunch and walking around on campus. Thank you.

If you are looking for an item that belongs to your child: jackets, water bottles, lunch boxes, etc.  Please check our lost and found area right past the bike racks at the front  of campus.  We will be donating any items still here at the end of October.  Thank you! 

Picture Make Up Day is coming November 3rd! 

Retake Day Information:

• If a student ordered a package and wants a new package please have them return the original picture package to the photographer on retake day.

• Any Student that was absent on picture day.

• Any New Student who was not present on the original picture day. 

October is Bully Prevention Month.  All month long we are talking about ways to refusing to be bullied and how to report if someone is bullying.  It is important to note that not every incident is bullying.  Many of our students play very rough and "play fight" or "rough house" often.  We are doing our best to remind students to play safely, keep bodies to our self and to be safe.  When bullying is reported to me I will investigate with the students involved.  Consequences will be given to those who are found being mean, rude or bullying others.  The slide show will be presented to all classes next week during Red Ribbon Week.  Please help us remind students that play fighting is NOT safe.  Others often get hurt even though that was not the intenion.  Students should keep all parts of their body to themselves. 

Don't miss out on the first Lila Bringhurst Elementary 2022-2023 School Yearbook!

-Photos of every student on the campus will be included into the Bringhurst All-School Yearbook

-Early Bird Discount: $17 if ordered by 1/31/2023

-From 2/1/2023-3/31/2023: price will be $20

-Yearbooks will be delivered to classes before the end of the School Year

-Go to: BuyTheYearbook.com and enter School ID: 711516

-Questions: email - bringhurst-yearbook@googlegroups.com

Red Ribbon Week is next week. Please see the schedule of fun dress up days.  Classrooms will also be decorating their door for a Red Ribbon Week Door Decorating Contest! 

We are in desperate need of more noon supervisors during lunch times.  This is a paid position at $16.00/hour from the hours of 11-1 each day.  We also have an additional morning shift from 7:45. If you are interested, please email Mrs. Paulina Sanchez  psanchez@fusdk12.net in the office for information and the hiring packet.  Thank you in advance!

We are looking for Child Nutrition Staff to serve breakfast at Bringhurst every morning from 7:30-8:15 a.m. The pay is $19.14 per hour. Please use the link below to apply. 

Child Nutrition Services 2 link to apply

Bringhurst PTO is excited to be hosting Trunk or Treat this year on Friday, October 28th in the school's parking lot. What is Trunk or Treat? Parents and Staff will decorate their trunks OR tables and children will walk from trunk to table to get Treats! The best decorated trunk or Table will receive a PRIZE!  

We have limited space for decorated cars, so we're adding some sections for table set up as well. If you plan to donate, treat drop box will be available starting 10/12 in the school office. Please sign up and help Bringhurst put together a memorable Trunk or Treat for our children! We ask that you all keep this to just Bringhurst students, staff and their families to ensure we have enough treats for everyone! Thank you for your continued support! We appreciate you! 

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Here is the sign up form and the flyer! Please let us know if you have any questions. 

If you need to report your child's absence or have general questions you can call, email or stop by.  Our main line is 510-490-1205.  If we are helping parents or students we may not be able to answer your call.  Please leave a message and we will return your call within 24 business hours.  Our office hours are: Mon-Thursday 8:00-3:30 p.m. Friday 8:00-3:00 p.m.

Delia Pulido, Attendance: dpulido@fusdk12.net

Paulina Sanchez, School Secretary: psanchez@fusdk12.net

Johanna White, Principal: jbwhite@fusdk12.net