Lynhaven Elementary School

School News

Updated Wed, Jan 17th

Lynhaven Elementary School will be enrolling students in TK - 5th grade  for the 2024-2025 school year.   

Open Enrollment for 2024-25 School Year:
Begins 8am on January 16, 2024
Ends 4pm on February 9, 2024

You can find out more about the enrollment process, view TK and Kinder Readiness Resources, and find FAQs here

Submit your completed enrollment documents any day during this period.

Open Enrollment Tours for Lynhaven: 

To Learn more about Lynhaven Elementary School, please join us for one of our Open Enrollment Tours on the following dates: 

January 24th @ 8:15 am 

January 24th @ 9:00 am

Updated Fri, Apr 19th

Dear Lynhaven Families, 

This is our second year partnering with the Julia Robinson Mathematics Festival (JRMF). JRMF is hosting a free virtual community math circle

  • Saturday December 16th
  • 11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. 
  • Zoom


This month's community math circle will explore the JRMF activity Smileys. The event will have breakout rooms of small groups of students so that, no matter your skill level or background, you will find a welcoming community to support your mathematical explorations.


The event is open to children and adults. Register here

Updated Wed, Dec 27th

For this year's Computer Science Ed Week (CSEd Week), December 4th-10th, our 5th graders were able to experience a Scratch Coding session with a team from Google. 

One of our 5th grade parents is on staff at Google and brought some of her team to help build excitment for programming and computer science. Our 5th graders really enjoyed the experience. We are very thankful for the Google team generously sharing their time and skills with Lynhaven!

Updated Wed, Dec 13th

Hello,

On behalf of San Jose Vice Mayor Kamei and the Parks Department, the District 1 Office would like to invite you, the faculty, and your students to the Community Tree Planting Event at Starbird Park on December 2nd from 8:45am to 12pm! Please share the attached flyer.
Starbird Park is the first stop on Vice Mayor Kamei's mission to give District 1 parks a little bit more love and care. And what better way to do that than inviting the community to help! 
Event Details:
  • Event Name: Starbird Park Tree Planting Event
  • Date/Time: December 2nd 2023, from 8:45am to 12pm
  • Location: Starbird Park, Starbird Cir & Boynton Ave San Jose, CA 95117
  • Tickets: FREE
Turn your compassion into action and help us keep our parks healthy!
 
  • No experience is necessary. All tools and instructions will be provided. Please wear closed toed shoes and dress for the weather. The event will be held—rain or shine!
  • Please download the Volunteer Service Agreement and bring the form with you to the event. Extra forms are available at the registration table on the day of the event!

  • To find the document click this link 
  • Note: All persons under 17 must have a parent's signature. Community service hours are given for middle and high school students!
  • We hope to see you all there! Feel free to email sarah.phu [at] sanjoseca.gov or call (408)535-4914 with any questions, comments, or concerns.

Office of Vice Mayor Rosemary Kamei

City of San José
Council District 1 | West San José
(408) 535-4901 | district1 [at] sanjoseca.gov
Updated Fri, Apr 19th

LYNX BULLETIN


November 17th, 2023

Dear Lynhaven Families, 



Save the Date:

11/20-11/24 Thanksgiving Break (No School)
12/18-1/1/2024 Winter Break (No School) 

Always stay connected. Click the link to view & subscribe to the Lynhaven School calendar. 


Subscribe to Lynhaven Calendar


Report Cards

Report cards will be available via Parent PowerSchool by the end of day (around 4pm).  If you do not have a login and would like information on how to set up a Parent PowerSchool account please email Bianca at bibarra [at] campbellusd.org (), please provide your students full name.

Picture Makeup Day
Make up picture day went great! Photos will be available via email in 2-3 weeks.

For questions please contact orders [at] gsp-photos.com.


Morning Drop Off & After School Pick Up

Students are being dropped off much earlier than school start times. This is a reminder that there is no adult supervision prior to school starting. 

Parents and guardians are still responsible for students during this time.

We ask to please make accommodations for an adult to be with your child prior to school starting.


In addition, there has been an increase of students picked up later than 30 minutes after school. 


If you anticipate being more than 30 minutes late, a courtesy call to the school is required.

Unfortunately there is no after school supervision, so we ask families to please make accommodations to pick up their students at the end of school day. 

As a reminder school times is out at:

TK-3rd at 8:05am2:10 pm / 1:10 pm Wednesdays
4th-5th at 8:05am2:15 pm / 1:15 pm Wednesdays


Message from PTA

Lynhaven PTA will have a new “Staff Snacks” initiative beginning in December! Our staff members work so hard to ensure our students’ success and safety —this is an opportunity to show our care and appreciation. 

Each month will have a designated grade to drop off snacks on the FIRST FRIDAY of the month. It’s a one-time commitment! 

Lynhaven PTA Wishlist


December (12/1)  - TK & Kinder 

January (1/5)- 1st grade 

February (2/2) - 2nd grade 

March (3/1)  - 3rd grade 

April (4/5) - 4th grade 

May (5/3) - 5th grade 



*Reminder*5th Grade Science Camp Fundraiser

Snacks for Science Camp! 5th Grade Snack Shack!

When: Tuesdays (11/28, 12/5, 12/12) from 2:15-2:45

Where: Blue picnic tables

Why? The Lynhaven 5th graders are raising money so that all 5th graders can attend Science Camp!

There will be many different yummy snacks/drinks to buy from 1-3 dollars. Please stop by our 5th Grade Snack Shack one of these Tuesdays to get a snack and help us raise money for this amazing learning experience. 

Donations accepted as well. 
Checks can be made out to: Lynhaven Elementary School


*Reminder*Expanded Learning Programs

If you are interested in Session 2 of the Art & Nature Program, online registration ends Friday 1/5/2024.

Click → Campbell's Expanded Learning Programs Online Registration

For questions or inquiries please contact Expanded Learning Programs

Call (408) 364-4200 or email → cusdexpandedlearning [at] campbellusd.org ()


COVID Tests

If your student is showing any covid like symptoms we strongly recommend you test them with an at home antigen covid test. If you do not have any at home we have free test kits available to pick up from the front office.


Yard/Noon Duty Assistant

If you are interested in a part time position and consider yourself to be a good role model and mentor for students then you should  join our team! 

Yard/Noon Duty Assistant - LYNHAVEN


Volunteer Information

Throughout the school year there will be plenty of opportunities to get involved. Parents and guardians are encouraged to volunteer. However, safety and security is a top priority. Below you will find links to fill out volunteer applications.

Please note TB test dated no more than 4 years is a requirement.


Volunteer packet no livescan form (no fingerprint clearance required) are for all volunteers which will be under supervision by a staff member at all times, for example, small groups within the classroom under teacher supervision, reading in the classroom, any type or volunteering where they will be overseen by staff.

Volunteer packet with Livescan form (fingerprints required) is for volunteers who will be alone with students (overnight field trips, field trips where they will be alone with children and no staff overseeing them, support with small groups in an area which is not supervised by a staff member, yard duty etc.)


(For assistance with the application please contact Community Liaison; Noelia Smith ext. 4867 for an appointment.)

Attendance


All absence can be reported via:

Attendance Phone: (this is a voicemail only line)(408) 341-7041 
Attendance Email: lynhaven_attendance [at] campbellusd.org
Parent Square: Once notification goes out you may reply with a note.


**Failure to notify absences are automatically counted as unexcused.

**For information regarding the CUSD Attendance policy please click here.

**For information regarding COVID-19 Resources please click here.

We thank you for your partnership! As we tell all our students, remember to 
Act Responsibly, Behave Respectfully & Care for all!

Updated Mon, Mar 4th

LYNX BULLETIN


November 9th, 2023

Dear Lynhaven Families, 


This week The NED Show came to Lynhaven! The message of NED is simple: Never Give up, Encourage Others, Do Your Best and if students strive to be more like NED, they will have a great mindset for learning!

Don’t forget to ask your student what they learned in the show about having a growth mindset from YET the Yeti, Captain Kindly and during NED’s visit on the spaceship!

Here are a couple of our favorite follow up home resources from the Mindset Mission website. You may want to use these with your child as they are designed to go hand in hand with the program.

NED Coloring Face Masks

Parent Encouragement Notes

If you'd like additional resources, they are available here.


Save the Date:

11/10 Veterans Day (No School) 
11/17 Picture Makeup Day

11/20-11/24 Thanksgiving Break (No School)

Always stay connected. Click the link to view & subscribe to the Lynhaven School calendar. 


Subscribe to Lynhaven Calendar


Lunch Applications

It is extremely helpful to us to have our families fill out our free and reduced lunch application. This can be found using this link, or going to our district website. The benefits in having our families apply may result in technology grants, reduced internet, food assistance, and improved infrastructure to our child nutrition program. 

5th Grade Science Camp Fundraiser

Snacks for Science Camp! 5th Grade Snack Shack!

When: Tuesdays (11/14, 11/28, 12/5, 12/12) from 2:15-2:45

Where: Blue picnic tables

Why? The Lynhaven 5th graders are raising money so that all 5th graders can attend Science Camp!

There will be many different yummy snacks/drinks to buy from 1-3 dollars. Please stop by our 5th Grade Snack Shack one of these Tuesdays to get a snack and help us raise money for this amazing learning experience. 

Donations accepted as well. 
Checks can be made out to: Lynhaven Elementary School


*Reminder*Art & Nature Session 1 Ends

Next Wednesday 11/15 is the last day for Session 1 of the Art & Nature after school program. 

If you are interested in Session 2, online registration ends Friday 1/5/2024.

Click → Campbell's Expanded Learning Programs Online Registration

For questions or inquiries please contact Expanded Learning Programs

Call (408) 364-4200 or email → cusdexpandedlearning [at] campbellusd.org ()

After School Pick Up

Recently there has been an increase of students picked up late after school. Unfortunately there is no after school supervision, so we ask families to please make accommodations to pick up their students at the end of school day. 
**Please note that 30 minutes or more raises concern. 

As a reminder school is out at:

TK-3rd at 2:10 pm / 1:10 pm Wednesdays
4th-5th at 2:15 pm / 1:15 pm Wednesdays


Message from  PTA 

Hi, Lynhaven families! 

We invite you to join us for a school-wide park play date on Friday, 11/10. There is NO SCHOOL, in observance of Veteran’s Day. What better way for the kids to spend their day off than with school friends??

We’ll be at John D. Morgan Park (on Budd Ave.) between 9:30-11:30 a.m. Come anytime! Wear your blue ABC shirt or other Lynhaven logowear so we can easily find you! 

Optional: bring bubbles, sports equipment, picnic blankets, snacks, etc. 

Hope to see you there! 

-Lynhaven PTA

*Reminder * Lost and Found 

The lost and found rack is accumulating with jackets, sweaters, lunch boxes and water bottles. Students have access to it throughout the school day. Parents and guardians are welcomed to search through it before and after school hours.

All unclaimed items will be donated during November's Thanksgiving Break.


*Reminder * Picture Makeup Day

Make up picture day will be Friday, November 17th. Please connect with your students' teacher notifying them you’d like for your child to take their picture. 


COVID Tests

If your student is showing any covid like symptoms we strongly recommend you test them with an at home antigen covid test. If you do not have any at home we have free test kits available to pick up from the front office.


Yard/Noon Duty Assistant

If you are interested in a part time position and consider yourself to be a good role model and mentor for students then you should  join our team! 

Yard/Noon Duty Assistant - LYNHAVEN


Volunteer Information

Throughout the school year there will be plenty of opportunities to get involved. Parents and guardians are encouraged to volunteer. However, safety and security is a top priority. Below you will find links to fill out volunteer applications.

Please note TB test dated no more than 4 years is a requirement.


Volunteer packet no livescan form (no fingerprint clearance required) are for all volunteers which will be under supervision by a staff member at all times, for example, small groups within the classroom under teacher supervision, reading in the classroom, any type or volunteering where they will be overseen by staff.

Volunteer packet with Livescan form (fingerprints required) is for volunteers who will be alone with students (overnight field trips, field trips where they will be alone with children and no staff overseeing them, support with small groups in an area which is not supervised by a staff member, yard duty etc.)


(For assistance with the application please contact Community Liaison; Noelia Smith ext. 4867 for an appointment.)

Attendance

**Failure to notify absences are automatically counted as unexcused.

**For information regarding the CUSD Attendance policy please click here.

**For information regarding COVID-19 Resources please click here.


All absence can be reported via:

Attendance Phone: (this is a voicemail only line)(408) 341-7041 
Attendance Email: lynhaven_attendance [at] campbellusd.org
Parent Square: Once notification goes out you may reply with a note.


When calling please clearly state your child's full name, date, relationship, reason for absence and symptoms if calling in sick. 

We thank you for your partnership! As we tell all our students, remember to 
Act Responsibly, Behave Respectfully & Care for all!

Updated Wed, Nov 22nd

Dear Lynhaven Families, 

While it easy to be caught up in the rush of morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up, we ask that you always prioritize safety. Drivers need to follow all the rules of the road, including the posted School Zone speed limit of 25 mph. 

Just as you want drivers to be safe near your homes, our Lynhaven neighbors ask that all of our drivers are safe near their homes. 

Every instructional minute does count. No instructional minutes count more than each of us doing our part to keep the community safe. 

Want to report unsafe driving or traffic violations on the city streets near school? Please report them to the City of San Jose at (408) 277-8900. Want to request a speed monitor from the City of San Jose? Please contact them at (408) 535-3850

In partnership,

Ms. Callaway-Wilson,

Principal 

Updated Wed, Nov 22nd

The November issue features Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day--November 14th.

It also contains information about two programs for 4th graders

  • The Every Kid’s Outdoors Program offers a free annual pass for 4th graders to explore America’s awesome national
  • The California State Park Adventure Pass is a free annual pass that lets you explore CA’s amazing 19 state parks.

Read more here:

Newsletter (English)

Newsletter (Spanish)

Newsletter (Vietnamese)

Updated Wed, Nov 22nd

World Kindess Week is a great opportunity to share how we embedd kindess into the school day, every day, at Lynhaven. 

Our Kindergarteners are the first learn about being a Bucket Filler. Want to learn more? Check out author Carol McCloud's website.


 

Our first graders practice kindness in their classrooms with whole body listening. 

Our upper grades see kind messages like these in their classrooms, which helps them be successful and caring student leaders, like our Jr. Coaches (in purple) below. They help during recess and assemblies with reminders of our ABCs and respectful, kind communication.

And, our schoolwide social-emotional learning curriculum, PurposeFull People by Character Strong, helps students TK-5 build important skills. Lynhaven classrooms use PurposeFull people lessons all year long. 

Updated Wed, Nov 15th

We will be joined by  our Arts Innovation and Music (AIM) teachers. They will sharing more about the AIM program and what students have been working on during their AIM time so far this year. 

Date: November 8th

Time: 8:30-9:15

Place: MU (Multi-Use Room)