06/15/2026
π£πΎ Save the Date, Garin Families! πΎπ£
The start of a new school year is just around the corner, and weβre excited to welcome our Cougars back to campus! π
Join us for the Garin Walk Thru to get ready for an amazing year ahead:
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Monday, July 20 | 1:00 PM β 4:00 PM
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Tuesday, July 21 | 9:00 AM β 12:00 PM
During Walk Thru, families can:
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Complete data confirmations
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Update immunization records
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Receive teacher letters
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Connect with the Garin community
This is a great opportunity to check off important back-to-school tasks and get excited for the year ahead. πβοΈπ
We canβt wait to see our returning families and welcome our newest Cougars to Garin! ππΎ
06/04/2026
βοΈπ Schoolβs out and summer is here! πβοΈ
The Garin PTA would like to wish all of our students, families, teachers, and staff a happy, fun, and safe summer break! π΄ππ
Thank you for an incredible school year filled with learning, laughter, friendships, and unforgettable memories. We are so grateful for the amazing Garin community and all the support youβve shown throughout the year. π
Whether youβre traveling, relaxing by the pool, reading a good book, or simply enjoying time with family and friends, we hope your summer is filled with joy and adventure. πππ
Weβll miss seeing your smiling faces, but we canβt wait to welcome everyone back at the end of July for another fantastic year at Garin! πΎπ
Have a wonderful summer, Garin families! See you soon! πβ¨
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06/03/2026
π¦π Look whoβs coming to Garin! ππ¦
Get ready for a sweet treat because Slush N Swirl is coming to Garin Elementary on Wednesday, June 3rd! πβοΈ
Stop by the flagpole after school and cool off with your favorite frozen treats, including:
π§ Slushes
π¦ Soft serve ice cream
πͺ Specialty swirls and toppings
π By the Flagpole
ποΈ Wednesday, June 3rd
β° 11:30 AM β 1:30 PM
π The best part? A portion of all proceeds will benefit the Garin PTA, helping support programs, events, and opportunities for our students and staff!
Bring your family, grab a treat, and help us finish the school year on a sweet note! π¦β¨
06/02/2026
βοΈπ§ Schoolβs Out for Summer! π§βοΈ
Help us celebrate the last day of school with a sweet treat from the Garin PTA! π
Join us after school on Thursday, June 4th at the front and back gates for FREE ice-cold popsicles as we send our students off for a fun, relaxing, and well-deserved summer break! π΄πβοΈ
π Popsicles are available while supplies last.
π Dye-free options will be available for those who need them.
π Stop by, say hello, and celebrate another amazing year at Garin!
Thank you to our incredible students, families, teachers, staff, and volunteers for making this school year so special. We hope everyone has a safe, happy, and memorable summer! πΊπβοΈ
06/02/2026
β¨ After The Bell β Mom Meetup! β¨
The kids are off to classβ¦ now itβs your turn to exhale. πββοΈβ
Join us TOMORROW, Wednesday, June 3 at 8:30am at the Starbucks by the school for a relaxed morning of caffeine, connection, and community with fellow Garin moms.
Whether youβre a first-time kinder mom, a longtime pro, or somewhere in between, this is your invitation to slow down, sip something warm, and make new friendships.
No agenda. No pressure. Just good coffee and great company. π See you there!
06/02/2026
π¦π² Treat Trike is coming to Garin Elementary! π²π¦
Cool off after school with a sweet treat from Brentwood Treat Trike on Tuesday, June 2nd! βοΈπ
Choose from their delicious ice cream sandwiches:
πͺ Chocolate Chip Cookie with Vanilla Ice Cream
π Sugar Cookie with Strawberry Ice Cream
π Back Gate
π Starting at 1:00 PM
π² Only $6.50 each
The best part? π A percentage of every purchase will be donated back to the Garin PTA, helping support programs and activities for our students!
Bring your family, grab a treat, and help support our school community. We canβt wait to see you there! π¦πΎ
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06/01/2026
π To our incredible Garin teachers and staffβ¦ thank you. π
Receiving your thoughtful card meant more to us than words can express. The Garin PTA spends countless hours planning events, organizing fundraisers, supporting classrooms, and finding ways to celebrate our amazing school community β and hearing that those efforts made a difference truly fills our hearts.
Everything we do is because of the dedication, care, and love you pour into our students every single day. You inspire us with your patience, compassion, creativity, and commitment to helping every child grow and succeed.
Thank you for allowing us to support you this year. It has been such a joy to celebrate all that you do for Garin Elementary. We are so grateful for the partnership between our teachers, staff, families, and PTA that makes this school such a special place.
Your kindness and appreciation remind us exactly why we volunteer.
With gratitude,
The Garin PTA
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06/01/2026
πβ¨ Community Celebrations: Pride Month β¨π
We are delighted to share our June Community Celebrations lessons, which focus on Pride Month! During this month, students will have opportunities to learn about Pride Month and explore the contributions, experiences, and diversity of people who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community. π³οΈβπππβ€οΈππ
At BUSD, we are committed to fostering learning environments that are inclusive, respectful, and welcoming for all students. π€β¨
Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we celebrate diversity, encourage understanding, and help every student feel seen, valued, and respected. π
π View all Community Celebrations lessons here:
https://www.brentwood.k12.ca.us/page/community-celebrations
05/28/2026
π£β¨ Garin PTA is looking for a Communications Committee Lead for next school year! β¨π£
Do you love being creative? π¨ Does designing flyers, creating social media posts, or helping spread the word spark joy? π
Weβre looking for someone to help support the Garin PTA by promoting events and sharing important information with our school community through:
π± Social media
π§ Email communications
π« Class Dojo
π PTA website updates
β¦and more!
This role works closely with the PTA board and is a fun way to stay involved, use your creativity, and make a big impact at Garin Elementary!
Interested or want to learn more? π© Contact: [email protected]
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