School News

Updated Mon, Dec 5th

We are officially in the holiday season and with that comes colder weather, even in California.  Although you send your children to school dressed for the cold, they have a tendency to shed their jackets and sweatshirts before lunch recess. This means your child could be coming home without their sweatshirt, as well as their backpack, or even their lunch box?

Rest assured, your child is not the only one forgetting to pick up such items after recess.  As a reminder, labeling your child’s belongings is one way to help the items get back to your child.

If labeling does not work, our Lost and Found rack and basket is located in the hallway between the Multi-Use Room and Room 21. You are encouraged to come by and check for your child’s lost articles. Items not picked up will be donated to a charity. So, come by and take possession of the clothing that is rightfully yours. Our next donation to a charity is Thursday, December 15.  

Updated Tue, Nov 15th
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Our school news is also available in Spanish, as translated by google translate. When you open your e-news, click in the upper right corner.[Nuestras noticias electrónicas también están disponibles en español, como traducido por google. Cuando abra sus e-noticias, haga clic en la esquina superior derecha.]

Updated Wed, Nov 9th
Box Tops

Our new Box Tops tally chart is up in the glass case near the library. It shows the tally amounts for each classroom. The new contest for Box Tops will end November 29. Many of our favorite holiday food brands participate in Box Tops for Education. So keep an eye out while your family is preparing for the holidays and collect those box tops! As usual, the top earning class will earn a reward! Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving!

 

Updated Wed, Nov 9th
Bookaneer Book Fair

Volunteers are still needed!!! Please visit our volunteer page https://signup.com/group/675172770036 for more information. Lunchtime help (11:20 - 1:00 ) Tuesday-Friday would be MOST appreciated.

The Book Fair will be open during lunch and after school every day except Wednesday, November 16 (open lunchtime only). Wednesday we will be open from 5:30 p.m to 7:30 p.m. for our Annual Family Book Fair Night and Bake Sale! Please join us for some yummy treats and a chance to browse the Book Fair selection.

Can’t visit the book fair? Don’t worry it’s ONLINE! You can browse in the comfort of your home or office and all sales benefit Castlemont School. Please visit the book fair page at http://bookfairs.scholastic.com/homepage/castlemont for more information and a link for online shopping!

Thank you for your support!

“A childhood without books – that would be no childhood. That would be like being shut out from the enchanted place where you can go and find the rarest kind of joy.” - Astrid Lindgren

Updated Wed, Nov 9th

Don't miss this empowering presentation on parenting internet savvy children, sponsored by Campbell Union School Disrict's new Parent University. It takes place Wed., Nov. 16th, from 6–7:30 p.m., in the PLC building at Monroe Middle School, 1055 S. Monroe St., San Jose, CA.  See the flyer.

Updated Tue, Nov 29th

Please remember the designated parking lot on Payne Avenue is for staff and handicap parking only, and not a drop off/pickup area for students. Parents can drop off their students at the designated curb areas on Payne Avenue, only. When available, parking attendants will assist parents who drop off their children. Remember, you cannot park your car and leave it in the drop off zone.  Also, take notice of the signage and parking times posted on Payne and Castlemont Avenues, including the 3rd Wednesday of every month parking time limitations, as the SJPD is ticketing. As always, those who live close by are encouraged to walk or bike to school. Please remember to use the crosswalks.  We have had several near accidents.  Thank you!

Updated Fri, Nov 4th

We love our pets, however, they are not allowed on campus.  We also ask that pets not be left unattended (tied up to the fence) as this can be frightening or dangerous to our children.

Please leave your pets at home when you bring your children to school and pick up your children after school.  Castlemont thanks you for your cooperation!

Updated Wed, Nov 2nd

In October, the Governing Board received updates about the District's Strategic Plan and the Campbell Middle School K-8 Transformation. For a copy of the latest Board Meeting News, click the e-flyer link or ask in the school office.

Updated Thu, Nov 3rd
enews Courier Flyer Link

Our school now sends news and flyers to parents each week via email, giving parents easier, on-demand access to notices about school activities, issues and opportunities. 

Flyers about after school activities, community athletics, important meetings and more are now viewable with the click of a button when you receive your weekly e-news.

Don’t miss important updates and opportunities!

If you are not already receiving the weekly e-news, please contact the school office to let them know you want it. Or subscribe at campbellusd.org/newsletter.

* You can also view school news and flyers on our webpage.

Updated Wed, Nov 9th
STEAM

If you are interested in volunteering in the STEAM Space at Castlemont, please come for a brief informational meeting on Tuesday, November 15, 2:40 - 3:00 in Room 32. See you there!