The Splash Newsletter - Week of Sep 28
Mon, Sep 28 6:37am

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This Week at Bay Farm
Passport Around the World Heritage Night flyer
Passport Around the World Sets Sail This Wednesday!

Wed, Sept 30 • 5:30–8:30 PM • Quad & MPR

Grab a blanket and dive into the Quad from 5:30 for performances, then make a splash at the Cultural Expo in the MPR from 6:30–8:30. We're still reeling in a few more volunteers — want to jump in?

Questions? Email heritage-night@bayfarmptsa.org

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Upcoming Events
Free E-Bike Safety Workshop
Free E-Bike Safety Workshop

Thu, Oct 8 • 4:00–5:00 PM • Alameda Free Library

Register for the Workshop
Bay Farm School Fall Fest 2026
Fall Fest Is Growing Bigger Than the Biggest Pumpkin! 🎃

Fri, Oct 23 • 4:00–7:00 PM • No School That Day

You won't want to miss it! Check out our website for all the splashtastic details. Interested in volunteering or hosting a trunk-or-treat table? Click below.

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Got Art? Library Art Contest
Got Art? Library Art Contest for Grades 2–5

Entries due Fri, Oct 30 • No late entries

The library is sponsoring an art contest, and winning pieces will be featured in the library! (K–1 art is displayed in other ways.) To enter, pick up a poster board in the library and return finished work there. Art will be judged by Bay Farm teachers and staff. Artwork must:

  • Be related to a published youth book (fiction and nonfiction!)
  • Fit the poster board provided
  • Be CHILD's original work. No AI or parent help is allowed.
  • Be 2 Dimensional
  • Design the entire workspace
  • Contain the title of the book, spelled correctly!
Reflections - What Does Culture Mean to You
Reflections: What Does Culture Mean to You?

Entries due Fri, Oct 30

What does culture mean to your child? Whether they have an immediate answer or aren't quite sure, that's a great place to start creating. Students can explore the theme through art, music, dance, writing, photography, or film. Questions? Email reflections@bayfarmptsa.org.

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What Else Is on the Ballot?

There's more to vote on than candidates! Alameda voters will also decide on local infrastructure, regional transit, and City Charter measures this November.

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Get Involved
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities

There are lots of ways to jump in and help with our upcoming events. Pick what works for you!

Thinking About Next Year?
Interested in Helping? How About Recording Secretary?

Small time commitment. Essential role. Keep the PTSA's official record by documenting meeting decisions and reviewing expense reports for accuracy. It's one of our few required Board positions, but doesn't take a lot of hours.

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Ways to Support Bay Farm
TreeRing Yearbooks
Grab Your Dolphin Yearbook

This year's book comes in softcover ($32.02) or hardcover ($39.50), 92 full-color pages, plus 2 FREE pages you can fill with your own photos and memories. A portion of every order goes right back to the PTSA. Order by Oct. 31 for 10% off.

Order Your Yearbook
MOD Pizza fundraiser flyer
MOD Pizza Dine & Donate

Tue, Oct 27 • MOD Pizza, 2308 South Shore Center Dr, Alameda

Support Bay Farm School PTSA at MOD Pizza! Bring in our flyer or order online/through the MOD app using code MODGIVES20, and MOD Pizza will donate 20% of your bill to our organization. Every order helps — see you there!

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Community Reminders
Squirt's Safety Patrol
Safety Is a Team Effort

Our student Safety Patrol is learning to lead, help younger students, and keep the drop-off loop moving. You can help them succeed: be ready • follow their lead • give them a wave or a thank you. Small actions make mornings safer and smoother for everyone.

Reminder: Check the Lost and Found!
Join
Help us hit our membership goal. Join the PTSA today.
Donate
Donate cash or stock — supports field trips & teachers. Ask about employer matching.
Volunteer
Make a difference. Explore committees or email our coordinator.

Have Something to Share?

We have a new volunteer newsletter editor this year — thanks for your patience as we get up to speed! Send events, programs, and resources Bay Farm families should know about to newsletter@bayfarmptsa.org for consideration.

Bay Farm PTSA shares community announcements from nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status and local government agencies. We do not publish political endorsements, religious promotion, or commercial advertising.

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