Family Newsletter- May 2026

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Family Newsletter

May 2026

Hello Forest Park Families

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IMPORTANT DATES

Every Wednesday – Early Dismissal
Grades 1–5: 1:25 PM
Kinder: 11:40 AM
Week of May 4–8
Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week
Community Lunches
5/4 – Grades 3–5: 12:05 pm
5/5 – Grade K: 11:35 am
5/6 – Grades 1–2: 11:35 am
Monday, 5/25
No School – Memorial Day
5/29, 6/1 & 6/2 – Early Dismissal
Grades 1–5: 1:25 PM
Grade K: Regular dismissal at 1:30 PM
Tuesday, 6/2
Last Day of School
5th Grade Promotion
9:00 AM in MUR
By invitation only – Siblings will not be pulled from class.
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FAMILY PICNIC DAY(S)

Get your lunch (bring yours), chair and blanket out and go enjoy a nice lunch outside with your child(ren). 
 (Weather permitting). 
 Each grade level, kindergarten- 5th is assigned a picnic day.
May 4 (3rd, 4th and 5th) @ 12:05 pm back field
May 5 (kindergarten) @ 11:35 am- TK/K yard
May 6 (1st and 2nd) @ 11:35 am back field
You are encouraged to come and enjoy lunch with your child.
SEE Parent Square message from April 24th with details.

VOLUNTEER information for 26-27 school year

Volunteer Changes effective August 2026
All volunteers—both new and returning—must complete the Mandated Reporter Training through Keenan Safe Schools
There are additional requirements for volunteer drivers. In addition to the required documents—the Insurance Declaration Form and the FUSD Declaration Page—volunteer drivers will also be required to complete fingerprinting and undergo a TB test.
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ATTENDANCE ON THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL AND UNEXCUSED ABSENCES

The 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR STARTS ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 11, 2026.  All students are expected to report to school on the first day, Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Students who have not attended the first day of school will be dropped at the end of the first day of school. Students who are dropped will not be guaranteed a seat at the school and may have to be overloaded to other schools upon return. The only exceptions will be students who are absent due to illness. If a student is absent the first day due to illness, parents or guardians must notify the school  every day the student is absent.  Seats will not  be held for students on extended vacations or other optional activities, whether or not the school is notified. (AR5113.1). After 10 consecutive (uninterrupted) school days of unexcused absences, a student is dropped from the roster and must re-enroll at the district office. No exceptions will be made.  
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HEALTH CARE NEEDS/ MEDICATION FORMS FOR 2026-2027

Does your student need to take medication at school or have a health condition we should be aware of? Please be sure to go to:   https://fremontunified.org/about/instructional-services/student-support-services/health-services-overview/health-forms-medication/    
to find all the health care and medication forms that need to be completed by your student’s primary care provider. Orders for the 2026-2027 school year must be dated 6/2/26 or later to be valid for the full school year. For further medical questions please contact our school nurse, Mary Nguyen at: [email protected] 
Please pick up any medication that are currently at school by June 2. Any medication left after that date will be disposed of.

STATE TESTING

CAASPP/SBAC Testing Dates- Grades 3-5, April 13 - May 15
Please make note of these dates as tests will not be administered before or after these dates. 

COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH, PUBERTY, AND SEXUALITY EDUCATION CURRICULUM- GRADES 4-5

On January 16, 2019, the Fremont Board of Education approved Rights, Respect, Responsibility (3Rs) as the comprehensive health, puberty, and sexuality curriculum (CHPSE) for students in grades 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and high school Health (typically taken in 9th grade). The information below is designed to inform families about the curriculum and offer resources to help families support this learning with their children.
Student Learning
If your student is participating in  in-person learning, these are the lessons they will receive:  CHPSE Lessons and Opt Outs - In Person
Opt out
Families may opt their child out of part or all of the curriculum by notifying the teacher or school in writing. Email is the most reliable way to submit an opt out, however a written request may also be mailed to the school. All opt out requests must be received before the first day of instruction. In your communication, please include:
  • Your student’s name, teacher, and grade
  • Your name
  • A statement indicating you wish to opt your child out of these lessons
Sample opt out letters for in-person instruction: In Person: Opt Out Letters
Forest Park lessons by grade level
4th/5th CHPSE dates. Please us link below to preview materials
4th dates- May 15, 21, 22
5th dates- May 18 - 20
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LOST AND FOUND

The lost and found is now located in front of the school office. All items not claimed by June 2 before noon will be donated to charity. Please ask your child to check the lost and found periodically for any missing items.

ONLINE YEARBOOK ORDERING IS ENDING ON MAY 15

All sales are online only. The cost is $32 +tax through May 15, 2026. The link to purchase is -  http://buytheyearbook.com/
There will be a limited number for purchase in the office beginning June 1. CASH ONLY! $35 - exact change preferred

PTA CORNER

Fifth Grade PROMOTION 2026 CHEER CORNER 
Celebrate our amazing 5th graders as they get ready for promotion to 6th grade! Families and friends are invited to share a special photo, message, cheer, congratulatory note, or words of encouragement to be featured in the Forest Park Elementary PTA newsletter.
PTA Fundraiser
Habit Burger & Grill is helping us raise funds for PTA events and activities. Dine in or place an order to support Forest Park PTA!
Time: May 27th, 4-9pm
Show this flyer or use digital code “GIVEBACK” during this time to participate. 
We sincerely appreciate your dedication to our school community and the invaluable time and energy you contribute to PTA events.
-Your Forest Park PTA Board 2025-26

State Preschool Program

The Fremont Unified School District (FUSD) Preschool Program offers an exceptional California State Preschool Program tailored to nurture the growth and development of 3 and 4 year old childrenOur State Preschool enrollment is open for the 26-27 school year.
Flyer - English | Spanish
 
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