Bobcat Bulletin

       October 16, 2026 

Bobcat Rumble

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Glimmers:

Here are a few things that caught my attention and need a shout out!

• Seeing our students and parents host another successful Blacktop Brew! Shout out to HSA & Livingston Bagel!

• Seeing all the Cereal Boxes brought in for our Breakfast Brigade initiative.

• All the new fish being caught for our Caught Being Kind initiative! Can’t wait to see how many more students get caught!

• Watching Ms.Gergich and her students fully engaged in their  activities and excited for learning!

• Ms. Femia& Ms.Verderamo joining our HSA community meeting!

• Watching Ms. Tomasello’s class have a great time building their name through the various activities in the interest areas!

• Ms.Espino,Ms.Chinni, our academic interventionist  and all of those supporting our 1st grade team and going above and beyond !

Around Our Den

HISPANIC HERITAGE FAST FACT

Did you know? Chocolate originated in ancient Mesoamerica! The Maya and Aztec civilizations consumed cacao thousands of years ago, often as a bitter drink rather than the sweet chocolate we enjoy today. 🍫

Traffic Complaints

I spoke with Chief McNamara about the safety and traffic concerns raised on Ridge and Byron. He shared that police are working to increase the presence of marked and unmarked vehicles to discourage unsafe driving whenever possible. He also noted that an ordinance prohibiting U-turns went into effect last year, and signs are posted to remind drivers of this restriction.Police will continue monitoring traffic, but keeping our children and families safe requires everyone’s cooperation. Please drive carefully, follow posted signs and traffic laws, and avoid unsafe maneuvers even when an officer is not present. A few extra moments of patience can make a meaningful difference in everyone’s safety.

Lost and Found Items

Our lost and found is overflowing with sweaters, water bottles, and other belongings! We’re giving students additional opportunities to look for their items before unclaimed belongings are donated soon. Please check whether your child is missing anything and encourage them to stop by the lost and found. As a reminder, please label all belongings with your child’s name so we can help return them. Thank you!

 Bobcat Business

Red Ribbon Week: Join us Monday, October 26th–Friday, October 30th as we celebrate Red Ribbon Week! Students and Staff can participate in our fun dress-up days throughout the week. Check out the full schedule HERE  We are early, but we wanted to prepare you all in advance.

Fall Fest Trunk or Treat : See Flyer linked here for this event!

Halloween Parade Info- We are gearing up for another successful Halloween parade, be sure to click HERE for all the details you will need to prepare for it.

IMPORTANT DATES

   • OCT 23 PRIDE Fall Fest 

• OCT 23  School Store Opens

The Bobcat Takeaway 

🐾🐾 Bobcat Takeaway: We often ask children what they want to be when they grow up. Just as meaningful is asking, “Who did you choose to be today?” A good friend, a patient partner, someone brave enough to try again—those choices deserve celebrating, too.💙💛