February 6, 2026

As we move into February, we are excited to recognize Black History Month and share many upcoming events and updates from across the district. Families are encouraged to get involved in school activities, contests, and community events, and to stay informed about summer programs and other new opportunities being offered.

With Valentine’s Day approaching, we look forward to celebrating kindness and appreciation throughout our schools and community. We also wish everyone a restful Presidents’ Day and Presidents’ Week. Thank you for your continued support, and we encourage you to read more below to learn about these and other district updates.

This week is National School Counselors Week! We’re proud to celebrate Rubi Renteria, Carolina Guardado, Shannon Brennan, Rafael Razo, Jenny Debevec, Jennifer DiJoseph, and Jasmine Lobato for being compassionate listeners, dedicated advocates, and trusted guides for our students.

We appreciate all you do for our school community. Your care, guidance, and dedication make a meaningful difference every day.

 

San Bruno Park School District is recognizing Black History Month this February. This month provides an important opportunity to honor the achievements, contributions, and rich cultural heritage of Black Americans throughout history. It is a time to reflect on the struggles and triumphs that have shaped our nation and to celebrate the resilience, creativity, and leadership of the Black community.

We encourage students, staff, and families to actively engage in learning and reflection during this month. Exploring history, sharing stories, and participating in conversations about equity and social justice help us foster a more inclusive and understanding community. Black History Month is not only a time to look back at the past but also a chance to inspire positive change and advocate for equity today.

To support educators and families in this journey, the California Teachers Association (CTA) offers a wealth of resources, including lesson plans, educational materials, and ideas for classroom activities to explore Black history and culture in meaningful ways. You can access these resources here: CTA Black History Month Resources.

Let us come together as a community in recognizing, honoring, and celebrating the contributions of Black Americans, and continue to cultivate an environment of inclusivity, awareness, and respect for all.

 

San Bruno is excited to announce our annual summer intervention offerings.  These programs are designed for students who may benefit from additional academic support. Due to reduced funding this year, the number of available spots has unfortunately decreased.  We are prioritizing our learners who need the greatest academic support.  Our team will reach out to the families of prioritized students during the last week of February to invite them to enroll.  We will keep the community updated about the programs and open seats over the coming months.

Program details are as follows:

• Big Lift Inspiring Summers

• Dates: June 22 - July 20, no school July 3rd

• Hours: 7:30am - 4:30pm

• Location:  Belle Air

• Grade Levels:  Rising K - Rising 2nd

 

SBPSD Summer Academy

• Dates: June 22 - July 22, no school July 3rd

• Hours: 7:30am - 4:30pm

• Location:  Allen

• Grade Levels:  Rising 3rd - Rising 8th

 

 

Join Narita alumni, Parkside families, and community members for a special evening celebrating the Narita Sister City Exchange Program, a partnership that has connected San Bruno and Narita, Japan for more than 30 years.

📅 Saturday, March 7
🕡 6:30–9:00 PM
📍 San Bruno Recreation Center (RAC)

Your ticket includes a delicious dinner, plus the full evening of program and festivities. Seating is limited, and early registration is encouraged. The evening will feature stories from alumni and families, program highlights, and updates from our City, District, and San Bruno Education Foundation partners.

The exchange is made possible through a collaboration between the City of San Bruno, the San Bruno Park School District, and the San Bruno Education Foundation. With support from a three year grant from the San Bruno Community Foundation, partners are working together to ensure the program remains accessible and sustainable as community based support is rebuilt. Learn more here.

 

Soon, many of the text messages you get from our school will come from regular 10-digit phone numbers. This will make it easier to see who is messaging you. For example, a message from your child’s teacher will come from a different phone number than a message from the school office. 

What’s changing? 

Right now, most texts come from a 5-digit number. Soon, you’ll start getting texts from different regular 10-digit phone numbers for: 

• Direct messages

• Classroom and group posts

• School posts 

Messages from the district, digests and alerts will still come from the 5-digit number. 

 

What should you do?

When you receive a message from one of these new 10-digit numbers, save it to your contacts. Here are some suggestions:

• Save a teacher’s number as: Ms. Davis @ John Muir

• Save classroom/group posts as: Ms. Davis’s Class 

• Save school posts number as:  John Muir School

 

Read more about this change and some helpful tips!

This year, Marine Corps Sergeant (Ret.) Frank Wright, a two-time Purple Heart recipient, is turning 100 years old! When asked how he wanted to celebrate, he said he’d love to receive 100,000 birthday notes and well-wishes. Sergeant Wright, who once had ties to San Mateo County and now lives in Lodi, CA, has already received 30,000 cards, and the Marine Corps is hoping for help to reach his goal.

You can help by writing a short birthday note or message. Something as simple as “Happy Birthday,” “Thank you for your service,” or “Wishing you all the best” will mean a lot. Once your note is written, just drop it in the designated collection box at the SBPSD District office.

Please have all notes completed by February 20. Let’s come together as a community to honor Sergeant Wright and make his 100th birthday truly unforgettable!

 

There has been recent news about small TB outbreaks throughout the region and nation.  In SBPSD, we routinely screen students for tuberculosis (TB) at enrollment and continue to monitor for any signs or symptoms throughout the school year. Attached are several informational flyers from the CDC should you wish to share or reference them.

We continue to reinforce good hand hygiene and proper cough etiquette with all students. It is also important to note that TB is an airborne illness and is not spread through touch or by sharing objects.

At this time there have been no known TB exposures or cases within the San Bruno Park School District. If you are aware of any concerns or potential exposures, please feel free to let us know.

We are excited to invite all K–6th grade students in California to participate in the California Association of Educational Office Professionals (CAEOP) Art Contest!

This year’s theme:
💖 “What I Love About School”

Students are encouraged to express their creativity and share what they enjoy most about their school experience through their artwork.

Important Details:

Who: Students in Kindergarten through 6th grade

Theme: What I Love About School

Deadline: March 2, 2026

Awards: Special awards for contest winners 🏆

We can’t wait to see the unique and imaginative artwork from our students! Thank you for supporting the arts and encouraging student creativity.

For more information, please see the attached details.

 

Online registration and the transfer window for the 2026–2027 school year have opened on Tuesday, January 13 at 9:00 a.m. Please visit the Student Enrollment page on the District website and select the appropriate drop-down menu on the right to register or submit a transfer application.

 

We are excited to introduce Student-Led Conferences for all 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students this spring.

In a student-led conference, students guide their families through their learning journey by sharing examples of their work, reflecting on progress toward goals, and identifying next steps. This process builds student ownership, confidence, and accountability, while giving families meaningful insight into their child’s growth.

When students explain their successes, challenges, and goals in their own words, it leads to deeper understanding and more meaningful conversations between students, families, and teachers.

Student-Led Conference Dates:

• Elementary (Grades 4–6): Week of March 23

• Middle School: Wednesday, March 25

Student-led conferences are also a meaningful way to bring our Learner Profile to life by highlighting reflection, goal-setting, and personal responsibility.

Additional details will be shared as the dates approach. We look forward to this important experience and appreciate your partnership in supporting student learning.

 

As we approach the end of the year, we would like to remind families to save the following important dates for upcoming spring events and the start of the new year. 
(Full 2026–2027 calendar will be published in mid-January)

Please note: The calendar is listed below. A few dates have been updated and are highlighted in red for your reference.

🎒 Start of the 2026 Year
• First Day of School: Thursday, August 20, 2026
• Teachers Report: Monday, August 17, 2026

🏫 Open House Dates
• John Muir: Thursday, April 30
• Allen, Belle Air, and Portola: Thursday, May 21
• Parkside: Thursday, May 28

⏰ Minimum Days
• All Elementary Schools:  Friday, May 22
• Parkside Middle School: Friday, May 29

🗣️ Student-Led Conferences

• Elementary (Grades 4–6): Week of March 23

• Middle School: Wednesday, March 25

Additional details will be shared as the date approaches.

The Narita event, originally scheduled for January 30, has been rescheduled to March 7.

We encourage families to mark their calendars and look forward to sharing more information soon. Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we close out the year.