October 1, 2026

Dear Byck Elementary Students and Families,

Welcome to October! Fall is officially in the air, and our school community is bustling with learning and seasonal activities. October is always an exciting month packed with special events, important health initiatives, and opportunities to celebrate together.

Please review the key dates and updates below to keep track of everything happening at school this month.

🍁 Event Details & Announcements

🍂 Fall Break (September 28-October 2)

School will be closed from Monday, September 28th through Friday, October 2nd for Fall Break. We hope all of our students and staff have a restful week off with family and friends. School will resume on Monday, October 5th.

🦷 School Dental Screenings (October 22nd)

We will be hosting on-site dental screenings on Thursday, October 22nd. Keep an eye out for permission forms and additional details regarding services provided.

🎗️ Red Ribbon Week (October 26th – 30th)

We are excited to celebrate Red Ribbon Week during the last week of October! This annual tradition encourages healthy choices, wellness, and drug prevention.

Dress-Up Days: We will be hosting daily theme dress-up days throughout the week. A flyer detailing each day's theme will be sent home soon!

🎃 Fall Festival (October 29th)

Mark your calendars for our annual Fall Festival on Thursday, October 29th! Join us for a fun-filled event featuring games, treats, and activities for the family. A flyer will be sent soon.

📬 Contact & Reminders

Absences: Please remember to notify the front office if your child will be absent from school.
Weather Check: As temperatures drop, please ensure your child wears a coat or jacket labeled with their name for outdoor recess.

Thank you for your ongoing partnership and support! I look forward to seeing you at the fall festival later this month.

Warmly,

Kim Coleman

Principal, Byck Elementary