Dear Bahia Vista Families,

As we head into the upcoming week of May 18–22, we have a wonderful opportunity to come together as a community and say a massive "thank you" to some of the most important people at our school. This week is Classified Appreciation Week! Our classified staff members—including our office team, custodial crew, paraeducators, campus supervisors, and food service workers—are the absolute backbone of our school. They keep our campus running smoothly, safely, and with a whole lot of love for our students.

While our district/site administration and PTA have some special treats lined up for them throughout the week, the most meaningful recognition comes directly from our students. We are inviting all families to help us shower our classified team with appreciation all week long. In addition, each classroom is coming together to recognize and appreciate our classified staff by proving either a card, banners & posters or a small gift.

We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Youth in Arts "Sharecase"! This special event is a wonderful opportunity for families to celebrate the incredible creativity, rhythm, and movement our students have been exploring this year.

What is a "Sharecase"?

Unlike a traditional performance where you sit and watch from the audience, a Sharecase is an interactive experience! You will get to step into the creative journey alongside your student. Families will have the opportunity to participate in some of our students' absolute favorite music and dance activities, experiencing the joy of the arts together.

We are incredibly grateful to our wonderful Youth in Arts residency teachers who have been working with our TK through 5th-grade students:

Thank you to Youth in Arts and HeadsUp for making this residency possible for our community.

We cannot wait to dance, sing, and create memories with you all this Thursday. If you have any questions prior to the event, please feel free to reach out to barbara@youthinarts.org.

Please join us for our next School Site Council (SSC) Meeting as we plan for an incredible 2026-2027 academic year. Your voice and feedback are vital to our community!

Agenda Focus:

Whether you are a regular attendee or brand new to the SSC, we highly value your insight. Thank you for your continued partnership, and we hope to see you there!

In service,

Julio Villalobos

At Bahia Vista Elementary, we remain committed to the importance of regular school attendance. Consistent attendance plays a vital role in student learning, engagement, and success. To support this goal, we invite families to consider the following:

Let’s continue to make attendance a priority. Together, we can help our students build a bright future—one school day at a time!