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South Bay Elementary and Charter School

Weekly Newsletter September 6th

Posted Date: 09/06/26 (04:00 PM)
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Pine Hill & South Bay

Weekly Community Newsletter

August 30, 2026
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Important Upcoming Dates:

Monday, September 7th
  • Labor Day - No School!
Wednesday September 9th
  • Board Meeting 6:00 - South Bay Rm 15
September 14 - 18
  • Parent/Teacher interviews
September 22nd
  • Picture Day!
September 24th 
  • South Bay Lunch on the Quad
September 30th
  • Pine Hill School Site Council 3:00 - 4:00 PM - Pine Hill Room 00
 

DON'T FORGET TO UPDATE YOUR STUDENT INFORMATION IN AERIES

If you haven't already we kindly ask all families to complete the Aeries Data Confirmation process as soon as possible. If you are coming across any issues with completing the data confirmation, don't hesitate to reach out to your school secretaries.

By completing Data Confirmation, you will:
  • Review and update emergency contacts and medical information
  • Confirm important school and district policies
  • Approve required forms, including technology use and media release
  • Ensure you receive the latest school updates and communications
The process is quick, secure, and can be done from any device:
  1. Go to https://southbayuesd.aeries.net/student/LoginParent.aspx
  2. Log in with your parent account.
  3. Click on Data Confirmation and follow the prompts.
  4. Be sure to complete the process for each of your children.
Completing this step not only helps us keep accurate records, but also makes sure your child has uninterrupted access to school resources, schedules, and communication.
 

New School Hours for 2026/2027

pine hill and south bay schedules
 

Parent-Teacher-Student Association

Have a voice in your child's school!

Click or scan the QR code to join the PTSA!
 
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Lunch on the Lawn & Quad

This year we will continue our tradition of having Lunch on the Lawn at Pine Hill on the 4th Friday of the month. Lunch on the Quad at South Bay will be hosted once a semester. The first South Bay Lunch on the Quad will be Thursday, Sept. 24th. Mark your calendars now, and watch for reminders in our newsletters!
 

School Board Meeting September 9th, 6:00 PM

Stay Informed & Get Involved!

South Bay Union School District Board Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of every month at 6:00 PM in Room 15 on the South Bay campus.

Families and community members are encouraged to attend!

Board meetings are a great way to stay informed about what is happening in our district, learn about upcoming plans and decisions, and be involved in the conversation.

Come listen, learn, and stay connected to what’s happening in South Bay!
School Board Meeting
Parent Interviews

Parent Teacher Interviews

Parent Interviews Are Coming Up!

This is a great opportunity to connect with your child’s teacher, discuss your child’s individual needs, share any questions or concerns you may have, and get to know one another.

Don’t miss this opportunity to spend some one-on-one time with your child’s teacher!

Watch for scheduling sign-ups coming out August 31st. We look forward to meeting with you!
 

South Bay Book Fair!

Scholastic Fall Book Fair Coming in September to the South Bay Schools' Library
 
Our Scholastic Book Fair is a reading event that brings to school the books kids want to read. It’s a wonderful selection of engaging and affordable books for every reading level. We always offer books on sale, too!
 
Book Fair Dates:   Monday, September 21 through Friday, September 25 

Shopping Hours:  Open during recesses and Lunch on the Quad

Online Shopping: September 21-October 4    https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/southbaychartersch
 
More than ever, we need to get students reading. Studies prove that children with more books at home have higher-level reading skills, and attain more years of education overall. 

Lastly, this is a great opportunity to be a Book Fair volunteer! When you give your time, it helps make our Fair an unforgettable reading experience where every purchase benefits our school directly. Please contact Allison Bronkall (707-443-4828 or abronkall@southbayusd.org) if you can help at the Fair during school recesses.

We look forward to having you participate in our Fair, and remember, creating an eWallet is an easy way for parents, friends and family to provide money for students to buy books!  More info on how to create an eWallet is on our website listed above.
Thank you, 

Allison Bronkall, Library Aide, South Bay Schools
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Family Resource Center

If you need additional support to start your school year off right the FRC is here to help! call 707-445-5933, or stop by either campus.
The FRC is able to help with:
  • school supplies and clothing
  • Friday Food Bag slots are currently open
  • Diapers sizes 1-5 are available
  • Preschool playgroup starting soon
Family Resource Center
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SBUSD food services

South Bay Union School District is proud to offer breakfast, recess snacks and lunch for free for all students at Pine Hill and South Bay schools! Breakfast is provided before school in both cafeterias, snacks offered at recess and lunch during scheduled lunch times. Please be sure to check the menu to know what will be served during the week.
School Menu
Local Food Resources
 
2026-2027 Bus Schedule
 
SBUSD Website

Contact Pine Hill Elementary

Phone: (707) 443-4596
Email: pinehill@southbayusd.org
Address: 5230 Vance Ave, Eureka, CA 95503

Contact South Bay Elementary

Phone: (707) 443-4828
Email: southbay@southbayusd.org
Address: 6077 Loma Ave, Eureka, CA 95503