Weekly Family Newsletter-- October 26-30, 2026
Halkin Family Newsletter #12
Weekly News and Updates - October 26-30, 2026
Dear Halkin Families,
October is almost over but there are still so many things to do and celebrate:
October 27: Cookie Dough Delivery
Come by the cafeteria between 12pm and 6pm to pick up your orders. We do not have freezers to store items, it is very important that you pick up on this day!
October 28, 2:00pm: Reclassification Ceremony
We will be recognizing all the students who passed the ELPAC test at the end of last school year. They have worked hard to be reclassified from being an English Learner to Fluent English Proficient. We are so proud of them!
October 30-Halloween Parades & Event Schedule
- 8:25 am: TK and Kindergarten (Primary Yard)
- 1:15 pm: Grades 1–5 (Intermediate Yard)
- 5:00 pm: Trunk-or-Treat Celebration (Intermediate Yard)
Please be sure to follow these Halloween & Costume Guidelines:
- Safety First: Have fun and stay safe!
- Allergies: If your child's class is having a celebration with food, please keep food allergies in mind.
- Classroom Snacks: Ask your child's teacher for guidance on what treats or items are allowed.
- Costume Restrictions: Masks and weapon accessories are not permitted, even if they are part of the costume set.
- Age-Appropriate Attire: Be mindful of our younger students—please avoid scary costumes, blood, or frightening accessories.
- Independence: Ensure your child can easily put on and take off their costume independently, especially for bathroom breaks.
ln community,
Ms. Montoya
Vice Principal
The Pumpkin Patch was a huge success!
Thank you to all the volunteers who unloaded more than 800 pumpkins at 5:00am and those who helped throughout the day.
Trunk or Treat: THIS Friday, October 30, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm!
5:00 pm --- Trunk or Treating begins!
Join us for this Halkin tradition---a fun and safe way to celebrate Halloween! Paper flyers have gone home as well as info on Parentsquare. You do not have to wear a costume to participate. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Become a trunk decorator!
4:00 pm --- Gate opens for Trunk Decorators!
Look for more info on Parentsquare about how to be a trunk decorator and/or how to donate other items. We hope you will join the fun, music, and games!
Changes in Schedule in November: Early Dismissal Days & No School Days
We want to make you aware of some schedule changes and no school days coming up in November so that you can start making plans. Please see the calendar below.
Upcoming Events at Halkin -- Save the Date!
October 2026
- 10/28--Student of the Month (TK-1st)
- 10/28--Community Schools Convening at the BLC at 5:00 pm
- 10/29 --Student of the Month (2nd-5th grades)
- 10/30 --Halloween Parades
- 10/30 -- Trunk or Treat at 5:00 pm
November 2026
- 11/2--PTC Meeting at 6:00 pm in room 12 or virtual
- 11/6--Principal Coffee Chat
- 11/13--Ruby Bridges Parade @ 10:25 am
- 11/12-20--Parent Teacher Conferences
- 11/20---Student of the Month Assemblies
- 11/23-27, 2026 --Thanksgiving Break
December 2026
- 12/4-Principal Coffee Chat
- 12/7--PTC Meeting at 6:00 pm in room 12 or virtual
- 12/8--5th grade Science Camp Informational Meeting at 5:30 pm
- 12/15--5th grade Science Camp Mandatory Chaperone Meeting at 5:30 pm
- 12/17--Family Dance Party @3:00 pm (Cafeteria)
Academic Corner
Homework Help for Students in grades K-12
Access Free Online Tutoring Through HomeworkCA. In partnership with the California State Library, students in kindergarten through grade twelve can access free, unlimited homework help, drop-off review services, test prep, and other resources through HomeworkCA.
Tutoring is provided in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese with a live, qualified tutor. All services can be accessed from a California public library, from your home computer, or from your mobile device—a library card is not required to connect.
For questions, email [email protected].
Attendance Guidance
What to do if your student is absent:
Call the office to clear their absence: (510) 618-4370.
-If you do not clear within 48hrs their absence will be unexcused.
-Any time a student goes to the doctor, please make sure to bring a doctor's note to the office.
-A doctor’s note is also required for medical/dental appointments for early pick up to be excused.
-A doctor's note is required after the 3rd day of absence, otherwise it will be marked unexcused.
-If you are picking up your child early, please be ready to show your ID.
-Make sure that the person picking up your child is on the emergency contact list.
When calling the office, please do not leave multiple messages as we will get to them as soon as possible. We clear our messages each day and will fix the attendance in the order that calls/emails are received.
Avoid Receiving a Truancy Letter!
Attendance matters! Missing a day may not seem like much, but absences add up. Lets help our students succeed in school and avoid being truant.
Students are considered truant if they have:
- 3 or more unexcused absences
- 3 or more unexcused period absences in middle and high school
- 3 or more unexcused tardies to school or class that exceed 30 mins
- Or any combination of 3 unexcused absences and tardies
Communication is Key:
Make sure to notify the school if your student is out sick to excuse their absence. Contact us via phone call or parent square message within 48 hours to get their absence excused.
Main Office: 510-618-4370
What is my student's schedule?
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays:
- TK/K: dismissed at 1:50
- 1st-3rd grade: dismissed at 2:10
- 4th-5th grade and 1st -3rd Reading Academy: dismissed at 3:00pm
***Wednesdays are always EARLY dismissal:
- TK/K: dismissed at 11:40
- 1st-5th grade: dismissed at 1:50
Sanctuary District
Access RED CARDS here
As a proud Sanctuary District, San Leandro Unified School District remains committed to protecting the rights and well-being of our immigrant students and families. In February 2017, the San Leandro Board of Trustees passed Amended Board Resolution No. 17-07, affirming that all district facilities and programs are sanctuaries for students and families threatened by immigration enforcement. CLICK HERE for more information & for District Resources.
Nut-free School!
In order to keep all our Dolphins safe and comfortable, we appreciate you providing nut-free snacks and meals for your children. Please also remind your students to not share food! Sharing is caring, except when it can cause an allergic reaction, upset stomachs, or upset parents if they eat something that their parent does not want them to eat.
Please have this very serious conversation with your students today: peanut free food and no sharing food!
Helpful Links
School Contact Information
We have dedicated staff to support you if you have any questions or need further assistance:
- Nikki Washington, Principal, 510-618-4370 [email protected]
- Lorena Montoya, Vice Principal, 510-618-4370 x3476, [email protected]
- Susana Cardoso, Administrative Assistant, 510-618-4370 x3460, [email protected]
- Jessica Collazo, Office Assistant, 510-618-4370 x3462, [email protected]
- Angelica Franco, Parent Facilitator, 510-618-4370 [email protected]