hWelcome to Los Alamitos Elementary School!

When: Tomorrow, Nov 17th, 8:15 AM - 9:00 AM

Where: Cafeteria

We look forward to seeing you tomorrow! Please find the agenda HERE!

When: Tuesday, November 18th in the Los Alamitos Library

This year’s Science-O-Rama is in the Library.  To protect all our books from potential damage, please DO NOT bring liquids or other substances for display.  Display photos instead.

Bring Project display boards to the Library before School on Tuesday, Nov. 18th 7:30am-8:05am

Student Viewing: During school day on Tuesday, Nov. 18th

TK-2nd Participant Presentation:Tuesday, Nov. 18th 5:00 pm to 5:30pm

3rd-5th Participant Presentation:.Tuesday, Nov. 18th 5:30 pm to 6:00pm*

Family Viewing, Display open to everyone: Tuesday, Nov. 18th 6:00pm to 7:00pm*

*Note: Interviews and open viewing can start earlier depending on participation levels

If you have questions, please e-mail us at losalamitos.sor@gmail.com

Don't feel like cooking on Science-O-Rama night? Then grab food from Panda Express!

When: November 18th, 9:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Where: Panda Express, 5150 Cherry Ave

Order online and use code 3842741 or order in person and show this flyer and 20% of proceeds will go back to the PTA!

A few of our amazing local restaurants are offering free meals to kids on SNAP. This is a wonderful way to make sure every child in our community has access to a good meal outside of school hours. Our community is here to support one another and these restaurants are definitely doing that.

For those who don’t qualify, please consider showing your appreciation by dining at these generous local spots or spreading the word. 

The Barbeque Pit

https://thebarbequepit.com/

1349 Blossom Hill Blvd, San Jose

Free meals for kids on SNAP

Tony & Alba’s

https://tonyandalbaspizza.com/

3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San Jose, CA 95117

Free meals to kids under 15 on SNAP

Shrimpin’ Ain’t Easy Food Truck

https://www.instagram.com/shrimpn_aint_eazy 

Check bio for locations

Free burritos for children (up to 5 per week), discounted meals for parents

Amato Pizzeria

https://amatopizzeria.com/

6081 Meridian Ave #60

Free meals for children and their families on SNAP

Run, don't walk, to sign up for this year's Run Turkey Run, an Almaden Thanksgiving tradition. Invite family and friends to join you for this fun, family-oriented run/walk supporting Bret Harte Athletics & Booster Club program for physical education, athletics and student-run clubs. Register at www.runsignup.com/BretHarteRunTurkeyRun today!

Get your energy flowing and your appetite going for your Thanksgiving feast on Thursday, November 27th by participating in this fun, family-oriented run/walk supporting Bret Harte Athletics & Booster Club programs for athletics, physical education and student-run clubs.

Many companies offer corporate matching programs that can double (or even triple!) your donation to our school. Please take a moment to check with your employer’s HR or benefits department to see if your contribution qualifies. Every match makes a big difference for our students and programs - thank you for your support!

Author Shawn Harris will be our guest on January 27th for the release of:

Let’s Be Bees

The only thing better than playing make believe is playing make believe with your favorite grown-up! Especially when that grown-up’s imagination is as big as yours, and you both get to make all kinds of funny sounds.

Shawn Harris is an award-winning creator of books for kids. He received a Caldecott Honor for his debut authored book Have You Ever Seen a Flower, which the New York Times called a “stunning tour de force.” His work as an illustrator includes What Can a Citizen Do?, Her Right Foot, and the Newbery Medal-winning bestseller The Eyes and the Impossible, all written by Dave Eggers; A Polar Bear in the Snow by Mac Barnett; and Everyone’s Awake by Colin Meloy, among others.

Please place your order by January 6th. Books will be delivered to your school. You can purchase books by Shawn Harris at: hicklebees.com/shawnharris-losalamitos

Our Health Office could use a little extra love! If you’d like to help stock up on much-needed supplies, please consider donating an item from the Health Office Wishlist (need to be signed in to Amazon for link to work).

The health office is also in need of plastic grocery bags (for sending home wet/dirty clothes).

Every contribution helps keep our students healthy and cared for!

It’s that time of year!

Order your 2025–26 Yearbook today and save all the memories.

Last day to order: 4/20 — but don’t wait until the last minute! We won’t have extras on hand if you forget to order.

5th grade parents — start gathering those adorable baby photos for the 5th Grade Baby Pages! We’ll share more info soon.

https://www.betteryearbook.com/

At marybeaphotography.com, Mary (Mom of two Los Alamitos students 3rd grade and Kinder and one more soon-to-be TK) specializes in capturing the beauty of everyday moments — the laughter, the chaos, and the love that makes your family unique. With a warm, documentary style, Mary creates timeless images that tell your family’s story with authenticity and heart. Whether it’s a quiet morning at home or a rowdy game of chicken in the pool, your photos will reflect real connection and joy — the moments you’ll want to remember forever.