Monday, October 26 2026 • Issue 12
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| »Mon Oct 26 | Red Ribbon Week • Oct 26–30
Homework Club • 3:00–3:40 PM • Library
6/7/8th Grade Cross Country Practice/Race • 3:00–4:00 PM • Gym
6/7/8th Grade Flag Football Game • 3:00–4:00 PM • Gym |
| »Tue Oct 27 | Red Ribbon Week Spirit Day • Theme: Pink vs. Red
Choir Rehearsals • 2:50–3:50 PM • CMR |
| »Wed Oct 28 | After School Basketball Info Meeting • All grades • 2:50–3:00 PM • Gym |
| »Thu Oct 29 | Homework Club • 3:00–3:40 PM • Room 206
6/7/8th Grade Cross Country Practice/Race • 3:00–4:00 PM • Gym
6/7/8th Grade Flag Football Game • 3:00–4:00 PM • Gym |
| »Fri Oct 30 | Halloween Costume Day |
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Gold Pumpkin Painting: Student Support 10/28 & 10/29 with Mrs. Hamon If your student is interested in painting a gold pumpkin, have them sign up for Mrs Hamon's student support.
Red Ribbon Week: 10/26-10/30 All students will receive a red ribbon bracelet. They are encouraged to wear them all week to recognize this cause.
Breast Cancer Awareness Bracelets: Purchase the bracelets for $1.00 at the Leadership classroom 10/26-10/29. All proceeds will be donated to the American Cancer Society.
Red vs. Pink: 10/27 Pink Out vs. Red Out spirit day
Halloween Costumes: Wear your costumes to school 10/30 if you want to. Make sure there are no weapons, blood, masks or anything else that is not allowed on our school campus. Also, make sure you will be able to dress for PE still.
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Staff Sweets & Spooky Treats
Help Treat Our Terrific Iron Horse Staff!
Let’s spread some Halloween cheer to our wonderful Iron Horse staff! We’re asking families to donate homemade or store-bought sweet treats for our staff to enjoy on Thursday, October 29th.
Please review the available slots in the sign up sheet below if you’re able to contribute. All items must be dropped off at the IHMS Front Office by 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 29th. Please label any serving items you want returned to you.
Thank you for helping make our staff feel extra appreciated this spooky season!
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Reminder: Cell Phone and Smartwatch Policy
A friendly reminder that all student cell phones and smartwatches capable of sending or receiving text messages must be stored inside students’ backpacks before entering campus and remain there until they leave campus at the end of the school day. We appreciate your support in reminding your child of this expectation and helping us maintain a focused learning environment for all students. Thank you for partnering with us to support our schoolwide expectations to Be Safe, Be Kind, and Work Hard!
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Homework Club
If your student would like a quiet place to get their homework done, they can come to Homework Club on Mondays and Thursdays from 3-3:40 pm.
Each day is in a different classroom - see link for the semester 1 room schedule.
Please note that this schedule may be updated regularly.
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Support Our Iron Horse Teachers & Staff
Iron Horse teachers and staff have DonorsChoose projects to help fund classroom supplies, learning resources, and materials that benefit our students.
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Volunteers Needed at Iron Horse!
Looking for a way to support our students and staff? Iron Horse currently needs volunteers in two areas:
Library Support: Help shelve and check books in and out, assist students in locating materials, and keep the library organized and welcoming. Lunch Supervision: Provide an additional adult presence to help keep lunchtime safe, organized, and enjoyable for everyone.
All volunteers must be fully approved through Be A Mentor before signing up.
Whether you can volunteer regularly or occasionally, your time makes a meaningful difference. Thank you for supporting our Iron Horse community!
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| »Mon Nov 2 | Homework Club • 3:00–3:40 PM • Library
6/7/8th Grade Cross Country Practice/Race • 3:00–4:00 PM • Gym
6/7/8th Grade Flag Football Game • 3:00–4:00 PM • Gym |
| »Tue Nov 3 | Choir Rehearsals • 2:50–3:50 PM • CMR |
| »Wed Nov 4 | 8th Grade Panoramic Pic • 11:00–11:30 AM • Student Support |
| »Thu Nov 5 | Homework Club • 3:00–3:40 PM • Room 206
6/7/8th Grade Cross Country Practice/Race • 3:00–4:00 PM • Gym
6/7/8th Grade Flag Football Game • 3:00–4:00 PM • Gym |
| »Mon Nov 9 | Homework Club • 3:00–3:40 PM • Room 100
6/7/8th Grade Basketball Games
Ed Fund Meeting on Zoom • 6:30–8:00 PM |
| »Tue Nov 10 | Choir Rehearsals • 2:50–3:50 PM • CMR |
| »Wed Nov 11 | Veterans Day Holiday • No School |
| »Thu Nov 12 | Homework Club • 3:00–3:40 PM • Room 206
6/7/8th Grade Basketball Games
Tue/Fri Bell Schedule • No block schedule |
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State of the School District
The community is invited to attend the State of the School District on October 28th. The program will feature remarks from Superintendent CJ Cammack, highlighting exciting SRVUSD updates, academic excellence, and a look ahead. Musical performances will be provided by SRVUSD student choirs.
Invitation Flyer: Click Here Register at: srvusdlinks.net/StateofSRVUSD
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SRVUSD November Board of Education Resolutions
Click below for more information:
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Fright Fest at Cal High
Cal High is hosting our annual Fright Fest on Wednesday, October 28th, from 7-9pm and we'd love to invite all of you to attend. Fright Fest is a FREE-to-attend event and includes a Haunted House, a Kids Critter Cave, tons of clubs selling fun treats and drinks, music, and so much more! Fright Fest is a kid-friendly event and we welcome all of our younger students in the community.
There will be plenty of games, and even opportunities to trick-o-treat!! Be sure to deck out in your Halloween costume to join us in the festivities. We hope to see you there!
NOTE: This is a cash-free event. Although entrance is free, any other purchases will be through Go Fan.
Thanks,
Cal High Leadership
calasbleadership@gmail.com
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👟On the Run 2027 👟 Win a restorative Sound Bath Experience for your team!
SRVEF is currently running a deal on 2027 Run for Education registration. Take advantage of Super Early Bird prices through October 28.
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Universal Benefits Application for Families
Completing the California Department of Education Universal Benefits Application may entitle your child to benefits such as fee waivers or discounts for SAT, ACT and AP exams, after-school extended day learning (ELO-P for Grades TK-6), school-connected student activities, and school transportation through Traffix. Summer EBT/SUN Bucks and discounted internet access and utilities are available as well.
Completing this application will not impact your student’s ability to receive school meals at no cost, as SRVUSD provides breakfast and lunch meals at school to ALL students at no charge. There is no cost to submit the application.
See our flyer for more information.
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Iron Horse Middle School PTA | 12601 Alcosta Blvd | San Ramon, CA 94583 US
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Iron Horse PTA
