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Bay Farm FOMO Alert
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Teacher Parties Kids Love
These special class parties are hosted by Bay Farm teachers as a gift of time to support the PTSA.
They take place in May and give kids a fun chance to spend extra time with their friends and teachers doing experiences they’ll be excited to talk about afterward.
Spots are limited.
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LAST CHANCE! Mystery movie & sundaes (grades 2-3)
Ticket sales close Friday, May 8 at 11:59 PM. Open to second and third grade students.
Date: Weds. May 20
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Where: Bay Farm School MPR
Cost: $35/student
As the excitement unfolds on screen, kids will create their very own delicious ice cream sundaes with all the toppings they love. It’s the perfect mix of movies, treats, and community fun!
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Dates at a Glance
- MAY 4 – 8: Teacher Appreciation Week
- MAY 6:
- Ridwell Collection Day
- IEP / 504 Affinity Space Meeting
- MAY 14: Bike & Roll to School Day
- MAY 21: Evening on the Green
- MAY 25: No School – Memorial Day
- JUN 1 – 4: Early Release
- JUN 3: 5th Grade Promotion
- JUN 4: Last Day of School
- AUG 2: Bay Farm Goes to the Valkyries
- AUG 10: Back to School Expo
- AUG 11: First Day of School (Minimum Day)
Be A Part of It
Teacher Appreciation Week
This week is Teacher Appreciation Week, and our room parents and staff appreciation team are busy making it a week to remember for our teachers and staff.
Please keep an eye out for messages from your room parents and help out where you can!
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Take Action to Protect School Funding
California schools are facing significant funding shortfalls, and the State PTA warns that funds approved for students may be unlawfully withheld– impacting classrooms and resources.
The California State PTA is calling on families to speak up. Learn more and take a moment to sign and add your voice. It only takes a minute, and it helps ensure our schools receive the funding they are owed.
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Ridwell Plastic Film Collection
Let’s keep plastic film out of the landfill!
Start collecting thin, stretchy plastic film at home now, including ziptop bags, grocery bags, bubble wrap, and other flexible plastic packaging.
Bring your collected plastic film to school on Wednesday, May 6. Ridwell will pick up everything we collect on Friday, May 8.
When 10 families sign up for Ridwell using our Bay Farm link by May 22, the school earns plastic film pickup for all next school year.
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Get Involved: PTSA & PTAC
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Help positively impact the lives of all children and families by getting involved.
Bay Farm PTSA
• Auditor: 2 reviews/year, CPA needed
Alameda PTA Council (PTAC)
• President
• VP of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
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Talent Show & Art Fair Thank You
Thank you to all of our Talent Show and Art Fair participants and organizers for an incredible event last Friday!
We especially want to thank our teachers and volunteers who dedicated so much time and energy to make this event possible and to give our students a chance to showcase their talents.
Celebrating Student Creativity
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Drawing On Earth at Open House
Our students truly wowed us with their incredible chalk drawings through the Drawing On Earth program at Open House last week. It was so much fun seeing their creativity come to life all across campus!
A huge thank you to Alameda PTAC , the umbrella organization for all of Alameda's Parent Teacher Associations, for their generous $250 grant that helped make this activity possible for our students.
  
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Community Events
IEP / 504 Affinity Space Meeting
WED, MAY 6 • 7:30–8:30 PM
Lincoln Middle School Media Center, Building A, Room 500
Join a relaxed, supportive space for parents and caregivers navigating IEPs and 504 plans, whether you’re new to the process or have years of experience.
Light snacks provided. Drop-ins are always welcome.
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Bay Farm Night at the Valkyries
SUN, AUG 2 • 5:30 PM • Chase Center
Join the Bay Farm community for a fun night cheering on the Golden State Valkyries!
Our main sections are 209 and 210, and additional seats have recently been opened up, so there are still plenty of tickets available. Tickets are $40 (including taxes and fees) and are valid for tickets in the specified sections. Tickets must be purchased by July 2.
Commute easy on the Main Street Ferry and enjoy a short walk to the arena.
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Save the Date: Back to School Expo & Playdates
MON, AUG 10, 2026
Kick off the school year with a fun afternoon at Bay Farm! Meet families, learn about school programs, grab a popsicle, and let the kids play. We’re planning even more for this year—stay tuned!
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Summer Help Opportunity
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Need a Helping Hand This Summer?
Farmer Marianne is available for summer work including babysitting, gardening, cooking, housepainting, and odd jobs.
Reach out at m.olneyhamel@gmail.com or text 510-847-4127.
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Support Bay Farm Together
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Donate
Donate cash or stock to support field trips, teachers, and programs. Don’t forget employer matching.
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Bay Farm PTSA • www.bayfarmptsa.org
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