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The Splash Newsletter - Week of November 10
Mon, Nov 10 9:23am

 

Quick updates from Bay Farm PTSA — events, reminders, and ways to get involved.

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Week of November 10–15 Read time: 4 min

REMEMBER: NO SCHOOL TODAY OR TOMORROW!

If November feels… short, that’s because it is. Six full school days and seven half days. We’ll all get through this together.

Read on for what’s happening this week and how you can support the PTSA (and get support right back). From events to enrichment to a little built-in breathing room, we’re here with you.

Dates At A Glance

ANNOUNCEMENTS

School Closures + Early Release Schedule

  • Nov. 10–11: No School: Fall Break
  • Nov. 17–21: Early release at 12:10 PM for Conferences
  • Nov. 24–28: No School: Thanksgiving Break
  • Dec. 22–Jan. 2: No School: Winter Break
Join the Quest: Help Our Library Level Up!

Our Librarian, Ms. Chaney, is on a quest to level up our Manga and Graphic Novel Collection — and we are close to the finish line. We're now just $402 away from unlocking a whole new world of stories for our eager readers!

Every show of support by December 4 brings us closer to winning this contest and unlocking a treasure trove of new manga and graphic novels for everyone to enjoy.

Support the Quest

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ART CONTESTS

Have an artist with too much time this week? There are TWO contests they can do!

Yearbook Cover Contest
YEARBOOK COVER DESIGN CONTEST

SUBMISSIONS DUE FRI, NOV 14 | SCHOOL OFFICE

Pick up a Yearbook Cover Design Template in the Bay Farm Main Office. All entries must be drawn on that template.

One entry per student.
Reflections National Art Contest

SUBMISSIONS DUE: SAT, NOV 15

Last chance to submit your work in the Reflections National Art Contest! Submit by Saturday, Nov. 15.

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Events

Dine and Donate @ MOD Pizza Promo Poster
DINE & DONATE @ MOD PIZZA

WED, NOV 13 @ 10:30 AM-10:00 PM

Dine-in or carry-out at Mod Pizza at South Shore. Mention the Bay Farm PTSA, and 20% of your bill will support the PTSA.

Order anytime throughout the day, including lunch!

Location: 2308 South Shore Center, Alameda

Order Online

USE CODE: MODGIVES20
RUBY BRIDGES WALK TO SCHOOL DAY

FRI, NOV 14 @ 8:00 AM

Join us in commemorating Ruby Bridges' historic steps by wearing purple and walking to school this Friday! There will be a special morning ceremony on Friday as well. 

Want to walk together? Join us at Tillman Park @ 8:00 AM!

 Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day
Parents' Night Out posterWe need volunteers. Sign up today!
Parents' Night Out: Migration

FRI, NOV 14 @ 6:30-9:00 PM | MPR

We need 24 more signups by Thursday to hold this event! Sign up and share with your network.

Kids love camping out in the MPR, enjoying pizza, snack and juice, and watching a movie with their friends.

Enjoy a night out, go on a date (or double date) AND support the PTSA!

Register

A Wickedly Good Afternoon

MON, NOV 17 @ 12:10–3:30 PM | BAY FARM SCHOOL LIBRARY

Not sure what to do with your kids on the early-release Monday? Neither were we, so we figured we'd provide a fun after-care activity, especially since Wicked: For Good is out Friday. We only have 19 spots left!

Kids will eat their lunch in the MPR and watch in the Library. Snacks provided.

Register

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Parenting Book Club

MON, NOV 17 @ 7:00 PM | BAY FARM SCHOOL LIBRARY

How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk — This bestselling classic by internationally acclaimed experts on communication between parents and children includes fresh insights and suggestions, as well as the author's time-tested methods to solve common problems and build foundations for lasting relationships

RSVP

Books Inc. Night

WED, NOV 19 @ 5:30–7:30 PM | BOOKS INC.

Join us at Books Inc. on Park Street for a special author visit by our own local author, Jerold Connors and our special teacher readers!

Kids will eat lunch in the MPR and watch in the Library. Snacks provided.

Get a head-start on your holiday shopping and a portion of all proceeds are donated to the PTSA to support our Library and other vital programs!

 Books Inc Poster

Safety Reminders

Thank you to everyone who is following the new street configuration! It's so exciting to see everything coming together to make it safer for kids to get to and from school.

U-Turns on Aughinbaugh

While U-turns may be legal, they are rarely safe during drop-off and pick-up, and we've had many issues with parents, kids, and others almost getting hit.

U-turns block traffic and bike lanes. If you need to park, plan your route so you are driving southbound on Aughinbaugh to eliminate the need to turn around.

Loop Reminders

  • Drivers stay in your car
  • Drop off in the right lane only
  • No stopping in the left lane
  • Students exit on the passenger-side only

When we block lanes, park in the loop, or make sudden turns, it affects every family around us. Let’s model patience, awareness, and care for our kids — and make mornings smoother for everyone.

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