Congratulations to all of our Bay Farm students who participated in the 2025–2026 Reflections Arts Program. We’re proud to celebrate their creativity and achievements.

Award of Excellence recipients advance to the Peralta District level. Award of Merit recipients received strong consideration for advancement.

Looking ahead: The 2026–2027 Reflections theme is “What My Culture Means to Me.”

Our annual Read-A-Thon runs Feb. 2–13 and helps fund the PTSA programs our students love.

• Fundraising goal: $50,000
• Raised so far: $23,228 (and counting in paid donations!)

• All reading counts — at school, at home, on the go, or being read aloud for younger students
• Make it fun with a family reading night, cozy reading time, or letting kids choose their favorite books
• Set a shared reading goal and track progress together

Learn more

Questions? Email read-a-thon@bayfarmptsa.org.

Happy reading!
Bay Farm PTSA

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 | 7:00–8:00 PM

Otis Elementary hosts a monthly IEP/504 Parent Affinity Space and welcomes families from neighboring schools who are interested in connecting, sharing resources, and supporting one another.

Location details will be shared soon. For questions or more information, contact Samantha Soogian.

TUE, FEB 10 @ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Chipotle @ South Shore Center
2314 South Shore Center, Alameda

• Ordering in person? Mention “Bay Farm PTSA” at the counter.
• Ordering online? Use code 9T8AL3P on Chipotle’s website.

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Wednesday, February 11 at 6:30 PM | Bay Farm MPR (in person)

Join us for an update on our fundraising goals, a vote on key issues and budget changes, and a look ahead at how the PTSA supports Bay Farm School.

Voting items and the minutes from our last meeting will be emailed to members in advance.

If you’re a PTSA member, your participation matters. We hope you’ll join us.

FRI, FEB 27, 2026  |  Rated PG

Happy Feet follows Mumble, an emperor penguin who can’t sing like the others — but can tap dance like no one else. A fun, music-filled movie about being yourself, friendship, and finding your groove.

Drop the kids off for movie night at Bay Farm, and enjoy a night out. The kids will have happy feet by the end — and parents might too. 🐧

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TUE, APR 7, 2026 in Bay Farm MPR

One of the highlights of the year for Bay Farm students and families, the Science & Engineering Fair is a chance for kids to explore big questions, test ideas, and show off their creativity.

All Bay Farm students in grades K–5 are invited to participate. Whether your child is experimenting, inventing, or investigating how things work, this is their moment to shine.

Now is the time to start planning! Students must request a display board to participate, and families can find project ideas, timelines, and helpful resources on our website.

Board request deadline: March 30, 2026

Learn more

As part of the Alameda Education Foundation’s Art Across the Island program, artwork from one of our Bay Farm 3rd grade classes is currently on display at See Spot Run.

Stop by to see these colorful wax transfer pieces created by our students.

On display through March 14, 2026
📍 See Spot Run, 1320 Park Street

Learn more

Crews are installing plastic bike-lane markers around the school, so you may not see cones right now. Please slow down and stay alert while this work is underway.

Please remind your kids of safe practices — and help spread the word to fellow drivers, too. Thank you for doing your part to keep our community safe.