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Lynx Bulletin May 8, 2026

Lynx Bulletin Act Responsibly, Behave Respectfully, & Care for All May 8, 2026 Teacher & Staff Appreciation To our amazing Lynhaven families, Thank you so much for all of the love, appreciation, delicious treats, kind words, and thoughtful…

Lynx Bulletin

Act Responsibly, Behave Respectfully, & Care for All

May 8, 2026
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Teacher & Staff Appreciation

To our amazing Lynhaven families,
Thank you so much for all of the love, appreciation, delicious treats, kind words, and thoughtful acknowledgements during Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week. Our staff truly felt celebrated, valued, and supported all week long.
We are filled with gratitude for such a caring and generous school community. The kindness shown to our teachers and staff did not go unnoticed, and it meant more than you know.
A HUGE special shoutout to Jason and Rachel for all of the time, effort, and coordination they put into making this week so special. From planning behind the scenes to making sure every detail came together, we appreciate all that they did for our Lynhaven staff.
Thank you again for helping make this week so memorable for our team and for always supporting our Lynx family!

Upcoming Dates:

May 2026
Tue 5/12, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm • 5th Grade Field Trip O'Neill Sea Odyssey - Schonig
Tue 5/12, 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm • School Site Meeting #5 (Room TBD)
Thu 5/14, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm • 5th Grade Field Trip O'Neill Sea Odyssey - Pineda
Thu 5/14, 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm • Art Showcase
Thu 5/14, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm • Art Showcase
Fri 5/15, 8:30 am - 1:30 pm • Field Trip - 3rd Grade YSI Nature Center, Alum Rock Park
Thu 5/21, 9:45 am - 1:45 pm • Multicultural Event 2026
Mon 5/25 Memorial Day (No School)
Fri 5/29, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm • Talent Show
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Walk - A - Thon Corner

Walk-a-Thon Volunteers Needed!

WOW, Lynhaven families — thank you! 🐾
Our Walk-a-Thon was a huge success, and we are so grateful to all of the amazing volunteers, staff, families, and students who helped make this event possible. Your time, energy, and support truly made a difference!
Funds are still being counted, and we’ll announce the final amount raised soon, but we already know our Lynx kiddos are the real winners because of this incredible community.
Thank you for helping raise money to support our students and school programs.
We appreciate you all so much! 💙
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School Announcements:

Art Showcase
 
memorial day
 

Attendance Information:

Families have 20 school days to report an absence

(408) 341-7041

lynhaven_attendance [at] campbellusd.org

CUSD Attendance Policy

Volunteer Opportunities!

How to Become a Volunteer!

To keep our students safe, volunteers must complete the district’s clearance process. There are two options:
**RECOMMENDED ** Option 1 – Volunteer Packet WITH LIVESCAN (Fingerprinting Required)
For volunteers who may be alone with students (such as field trips where staff are not present, yard duty, or working with small groups without direct staff supervision).
Option 2 – Volunteer Packet WITHOUT livescan (No Fingerprinting Required)
For volunteers who will be under staff supervision at all times (such as helping with small groups in the classroom, reading to students, or assisting during activities with a teacher present).
Option 1 Volunteer Application
Aplicación de Voluntario
Option 2 Volunteer Application

Helpful Links:

Lynhaven PTA
Bell Schedule
After School Care
Lunch Menu

Lynhaven's Got Talent!

Lynhaven's Got Talent Tickets on sale! We’re excited to share that our “Lynhaven’s Got Talent” show is coming up soon! Flyers and ticket order forms will be sent home with students by May 11th so families have time to purchase tickets and support…

Lynhaven's Got Talent

Tickets on sale!

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We’re excited to share that our “Lynhaven’s Got Talent” show is coming up soon! Flyers and ticket order forms will be sent home with students by May 11th so families have time to purchase tickets and support our student performers.
We only have 300 tickets available, so families are encouraged to purchase tickets as soon as possible. Tickets are pre-sale only, and no tickets will be sold at the door. Seating will be first come, first served. Please return ticket order forms to your child’s teacher.
Please complete the form sent home and turn to your child’s teacher by Friday, May 22nd.
(extra forms available in the office)
  • Date: Friday, May 29
  • Doors Open: 5:30 PM
  • Showtime: 6:00 PM
  • Location: Multiuse Room
  • Tickets: $3 each
Note: All proceeds will go toward the Science Camp Fund.
We look forward to a fun evening celebrating the amazing talents of our Lynhaven students! Thank you for your continued support.
Ms. Velasco (1st Grade) & Ms. Fong (Kinder)
tvelascomejia [at] campbellusd.org
HeFong [at] campbellusd.org

Resources / Invitation May 9 Santa Clara Library

Community of Lynhaven, We would like to invite you to attend the Grand Opening of the Santa Clara Library! This will be a wonderful resource for families to visit during the summer with your children. The library offers many great opportunities for learning,…

Community of Lynhaven,


We would like to invite you to attend the Grand Opening of the Santa Clara Library! This will be a wonderful resource for families to visit during the summer with your children. The library offers many great opportunities for learning, reading, and fun activities for kids of all ages.


Please see the invitation below for more information. We hope to see you there!
Santa Clara County Library District
Campbell Library Reopens Sat., May 9 -- Join us!
Dear Patron, The big day is nearly here. You are invited to the Grand Opening of the fully renovated Campbell Library this Saturday, May 9. A full day of fun, giveaways and activities kicks off at 10 AM with a brief welcome before the doors officially open to the public. We hope you can join us for all or part of the event. Here are the highlights:
  • 9:45-9:55am: Lion dancers
  • 10:00-10:15am: Welcoming remarks
  • 10:15-10:30am: Doors open and Lion dancers second performance
  • 11:00-11:30am: Storytime with Elephant and Piggie characters in the Community Room
  • 11:00-11:20am: Library tour starts at the Overlook
  • 11:30-12:00pm: Public art presentation with artist Sheri Simons, lower level near art
  • 12:00-1:00 pm: Photos with Elephant and Piggie in Community Room 
  • 12:00-1:00pm: Paper pinwheel craft with Silicon Valley Clean Energy in the Community Room
  • 1:00-2:00pm: Bubble show outside on grass with Clowning Around with Daisy 
  • 1:00-1:20pm: Library tour starts at the Overlook
  • 2:00-3:15pm: Musical performance with Thee Organ Trio playing jazz, funk, soul and R&B in the Community Room 
  • 4:00-4:20pm: Library tour starts at the Overlook

The new library is filled with natural light, with floor to ceiling windows that span both levels of the library. Come explore the new collection of materials for all ages and be the first to check out brand new books to enjoy. Visitors will discover the Overlook, a flexible community space for browsing, reading and gathering. Saturday will also be the first chance for children ages 0-10 and their families to enjoy the new Dreamy Downtown early learning play space. They are sure to love this creative space, which includes a TowerBot, Campbell's friendly mascot. Learn more about the space and how Storybook SCCLD advances reading and skills children need for future success in school. We look forward to welcoming you back to the all-new Campbell Library on May 9. The library will be open until 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday as well! Find the library's new 7-day operating hours and history on the webpage.

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After 30 Years of CUSD Service, Superintendent Viramontez Announces Retirement

In a community letter, Dr. Viramontez announces her retirement.

Banner photo with students from the 1960's Cherry Lane Elementary, CUSD logo and Dr. Viramontez headshot

Dear Colleagues and Friends,

After 30 years of service and learning in this district, I am writing to share that I have decided to retire at the conclusion of this school year.

My history here runs deep. As a student at Cherry Lane Elementary (now CSI) and Hamilton Elementary (now Home Depot), I never could have imagined that my path would lead me back to this district—first as a substitute teacher, then through the ranks of teaching, site leadership, department administration, and finally as your Superintendent. I have truly enjoyed every phase of this journey; each role has been a gift.

The past few years have brought changes for several of my loved ones that have caused me to reflect deeply on the fact that time is never guaranteed. This realization has led me to prioritize being present for those who mean the most to me. While I will always be available for a chat or a cup of coffee with my colleagues, I am looking forward to the next chapter. Joe and I are particularly excited to travel more—especially during those midweek windows when flights are cheaper!

The Governing Board is fully committed to ensuring continuous, stable leadership for the district and will announce the transition plan in the near future. My priority over the coming months is to ensure a seamless transition so that the incredible momentum we’ve built together continues without interruption.

I am immensely proud of the people and the work in this district. You make this a world-class place to learn and an inspiring place to work. It has been the honor of a lifetime to work alongside you.

With deep appreciation,

Shelly 

Bright Spots in CUSD

Highlights of exciting news within the Campbell Union School District.

Castlemont teacher, Hailey Robinson, and the Navy pilot she flew with in the F-18 (pictured behind them).

Students and staff are living our values of learning, collaborating, and community building. Students at Village have been learning about local waterways and in January helped the South Bay Clean Creek Coalition remove 2,680 pounds of trash from Guadalupe Creek. In addition to helping make the waterway and accompanying trail more inviting with the trash removal, the students’ work also helped the salmon thrive. Students will continue their studies about the local waterway and its inhabitants throughout the remaining school year and are planning another day of service with the South Bay Clean Creek Coalition.

At Castlemont Elementary, third grade teacher, Hailey Robinson, was the recipient of the Key Influencer Award, As part of the recognition, Hailey was scheduled to fly with the Navy’s Blue Angels during Fleet Week which was cancelled due to the government shutdown at the time. In February, Ms. Robinson was given the opportunity to fly with the Navy in a FA-18 Super Hornet. Congratulations, Hailey!

Santa Clara County Supervisor, Susan Ellenberg, honored Campbell Union School District and Youth Art Month at the Arts, Innovation, and Music (AIM) Showcase with a Proclamation. Additionally, ten student (grades K-5) projects were selected for display at the County Building, 70 W. Hedding Street, 10th floor, San Jose. Visitors may view the student pieces during regular business hours. Congratulations to:

School 

Student

Grade

Project

Blackford

Delilah Velasquez Espino

5

Grand Canyon

Oil Pastel

CSI

Shiori Doi

5

Rainbow Weaving

Recycled Weaving

Capri

Aivy Troung

4

Treasure Island Map (Innovation project)

Castlemont

Freddie Marmarou

K

Arctic Hare

(Art project)

Forest Hill

Julian Chiu

5

Tempra paint value with chalk pastel Northern Lights

Lynhaven

Noor Ahmed 

5

Grand Canyon

Oil Pastel

Marshall Lane

Henrietta “Etta” Makepeace

4

Mehndi art on watercolor (India)

Rosemary

Emily Nicolle Jimenez Salcedo

2

Bald Eagle (Art Project)

Sherman Oaks

Ximena Cruz

5

Guitar

Village

Cole Pearring

4