October 2026

Privacy and Safety Reminder

In accordance with Fremont Unified School District visitor expectations and school-site procedures, parents, guardians, and visitors are not permitted to photograph, videotape, or audio record other students or staff while on campus during the school day without prior authorization from the school administration. This includes using cell phones, tablets, smartwatches, or other recording devices. Education Code §51512 separately prohibits unauthorized electronic recording in classrooms. These expectations help protect student and staff privacy and support a safe, orderly learning environment.  

Please do not record or photograph other students or staff during the school day. If you have a concern about an incident involving your child or another school safety concern, please contact the classroom teacher or school administration. We are committed to addressing concerns appropriately while protecting the privacy of every student and staff member.

Thank you for helping us maintain a safe, respectful, and focused learning environment for all staff and students.

Drop off & Pick-up Reminders

Morning drop begins at 8:05. When dropping off and picking up students on Bryant street, please note these reminders to ensure safety for all:

• Please be courteous of the neighbors that surround our school. Do not block driveways or mailboxes, and do not move neighbors' trash cans to park your car.

• Stay in your car when in the pick-up/drop-off zone on the school side of Bryant Street.

• Be slow and cautious when pulling forward. 

• Please watch your speed when driving on all neighborhood streets.

• No left turn on Cedar Street, 8:05 - 8:20 and 2:25 - 2:40 PM.

• All students should exit the car on the right side.

• Students should keep their backpacks and other items in the car, not in the trunk

• No U-turns on Bryant Street

• Cross only at designated crosswalks. Please, no jaywalking.

• Recommended drop-off time is 8:05-8:15 AM (students are at risk of being tardy if they arrive later than 8:15). Students who are not in their classroom or waiting outside for their teacher by 8:20 must go to the office to get a tardy slip. TK/Kinder students who arrive late must be taken to the office as the gate will be closed and locked at 8:20.

• At 8:18 when the warning bell rings, students must WALK to class.

• Please note: The valet area on Bryant Street is a no-idling zone; drivers of non-electric vehicles are kindly asked to turn off the engine while waiting for student(s). 

Office Business and Visitor Policy

When possible our office staff prefers to support parents and families via email or phone. Please be sure your child(ren) has all of their belongings (backpack, lunch, water bottle, etc) upon school arrival. Our office will not accept any late drop-offs of lunches, water bottles, school materials, or other items.

All volunteers/visitors must be pre-approved by the teacher and principal. All volunteers/visitors must check in at the office prior to going into a classroom.

FUSD Family Resource Website

Welcome to the 2026 - 2027 school year! On this FUSD Family Resource Website, you will find resources, news,  information about upcoming events that FUSD will host throughout the school year, past presentations, ways to encourage learning at home, and more. FUSD will continue to update this site so please be sure to bookmark this site and check back for more updates.

School Attendance Awareness

The Fremont Unified School District is excited to provide ongoing opportunities for students to learn and engage with peers and staff! As we begin a new school year, we want to make sure you know that building  the habit of daily attendance is more important than ever; please make all attempts to restrict family travel to non-school days.

Good attendance helps to:

● Build routines that help reduce stress

● Make new friends or reconnect with their friends and teachers

● Engage in learning

● Gain access to meals, health care, or fun activities

Every absence is a missed day of learning. Let’s work together to make daily attendance a top priority. Too many absences, excused or unexcused, can keep students from succeeding in school and in life.

How many are too many? 10% of the school year, that’s 18 missed days or 2 days a month, can knock students off track. Remember that good attendance benefits your child’s education. Students who miss a day of school not only miss instruction but must make up work and catch up with the new material at the same time.

For more information regarding the importance of regular school attendance, please see the English | Spanish | Chinese attendance flyers.

English Language Advisory Committee (ELAC)

Attention parents/guardians of Multilingual Learners: Attending MSJE's English Language Advisory Committee (ELAC) meetings in a great way to learn about MSJE's English Language Development instructional program. During these meeting, parents/guardians will be able to provide meaningful input on programs and services that support our English learners and on the development of the School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA). 

2026-2027 MSJE ELAC meeting dates are September 28, November 2, December 14, February 22, April 12, and May 24. All meetings start at 6:00 PM (join on Zoom). 

Counselor's Corner

October is here, bringing cooler days, colorful leaves, and plenty of opportunities for our students to learn, connect, and grow. We have several special activities planned throughout the month, along with important social-emotional learning taking place in classrooms.

Unity Day - October 21

October is National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month, and on Wednesday, October 21, MSJE will celebrate Unity Day. Students are encouraged to wear orange as we come together to promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. Throughout the day, students will participate in activities focused on what it means to create a welcoming school community where everyone feels valued and included.

Red Ribbon Week - October 26–30

The week of October 26–30 will be our Red Ribbon Week, with a focus on making healthy, safe, and positive choices. Students can look forward to a schoolwide spirit week and engaging activities designed to help them learn more about healthy decision-making, bullying prevention, and drug prevention. In addition, students will have the opportunity to participate in our Red Ribbon Coloring Contest.

Pumpkin Carving & Decorating - October 31

Our annual Pumpkin Carving & Decorating Contest is back! Students are invited to bring a carved or decorated pumpkin to school on October 30 to be judged. The pumpkins will also become part of our Halloween Parade display. We can't wait to see the creativity, imagination, and unique ideas our students bring to this year's contest.

Social-Emotional Learning: Emotional Management

This month, students will be exploring “Emotional Management” through the Second Step curriculum. Students will be building skills to recognize and understand their emotions, manage strong feelings, and respond to challenging situations in positive ways. Families can help reinforce these skills at home by talking with their children about emotions and practicing strategies together.  To learn more about what your child will be learning, check out the Second Step resources for Kindergarten, First Grade, Second Grade, Third Grade, Fourth Grade, and Fifth Grade.   

Thank you for partnering with us to support our students' social-emotional growth. Here's to a fun, meaningful, and connected October at MSJE!

Best regards,

Ms. Vue, School Counselor

kvue@fusdk12.net

(510) 656-1200 ext. 33012

MSJE Community

Paperless fliers for community events, programs, and resources can be found at https://app.peachjar.com/flyers/all/schools/51584 . To sign up for automatic notifications, go to www.peachjar.com and click on 'Sign Up'.  

Remember to also check MSJE's School Website for updates and information.