We believe that without the full involvement of the whole family, a child cannot possibly reach his/her fullest potential, either in school, or in life. Because of this belief, from time to time Blossom holds Family Events.
Aside from learning about Deaf Culture and American Sign Language (ASL), our families also get a chance to spend time with each other and share experiences. To open the doors of communication for all participants, we provide a certified sign language interpreter for each Family Event.
Family Events are one of the many ways Blossom demonstrates its respect and celebration of the family as a whole. Without the involvement of our families, our children’s futures wouldn’t be nearly as bright.
Family Events
While we enjoy having all our Blossom Families together during our school events, some of this year’s events will be “family events” which will require parent attendance, and some will be “student only in-school events”. Details of the events and if/when parents are invited will be sent home throughout the school year. Please check your child’s communication folder daily for these flyers. If you have any questions, please call the school office.
*On certain event days listed below, students will have an individual or class presentation or performance which is mandatory. Students will receive a grade for their presentations at the Science Fair & Culture Fest. Please be sure your child is in attendance for those very important events.
2025-2026 Academic year – Family & Student Event Schedule
Back To School Paperwork Meetings August 4th-7th Back to School Paperwork Meetings: By Appointment Only
1St Day Of School August 11th 1st Day of School: 2024-2025 School Year School Starts at 8:30am for ALL / No Before Care Dismissal at 3:15pm (for students NOT enrolled in After Care) After Care Available until 5:30pm (if enrolled)
Back To School Open House August 21st Family Event: Back to School Open House: 5:00-6:00pm At least 1 Parent/Guardian MUST attend with your student. Please arrive a little early to allow time to park. Classroom Partners Fundraiser Kick-Off
Dress Like A Super Hero August 29th School Spirit Day: Dress like a Super Hero
School Closed September 1st School CLOSED: Labor Day
Progress Reports September 17th MP1 Progress Reports Go Home
School Closed September 19th School CLOSED: Professional Day No Students / Staff Work Day
Growth & Development Meetings By Appointment Only (Look Out For Info To Schedule) Sept. 22nd-25th Growth & Development Meetings By Appointment Only (look out for info to schedule)
Science Fair Day (Students Only – Graded) September 26th In-School Science Fair Day (students only – graded)
Wear A Team Shirt Read-A-Thon Fundraiser Kick Off October 3rd School Spirit Day: Wear a Team Shirt Read-A-Thon FUNdraiser Kick Off
School Closed October 13th School CLOSED: Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Report Cards October 20th MP1 Report Cards Go Home
Read October 24th Read-A-Thon Donations & Sponsor Sheets Due 100% of Proceeds Supports Library & Tech Needs!
Wear A Halloween T October 31st School Spirit Day: Wear a Halloween T-Shirt! Dismissal for all 3:15pm / No After Care In-School Halloween Party & Trick or Treating 1:00pm-3:15pm / Bring your Halloween Costume! Read-A-Thon Prizes for Participants!
Progress Reports November 19th MP2 Progress Reports Go Home Great American Teach-In
Thanksgiving Feast 11 November 21st Family Event: Thanksgiving Feast 11:30am (Students & Parents) Early Dismissal after Feast – Students Go Home w/Parent School Spirit Day: Wear a Thanksgiving T-Shirt!
School Closed November 24th – 28th School CLOSED: Thanksgiving Break
School Resumes December 1st School Resumes
Hanukkah Celebration (Students Only) December 15th In-School Hanukkah Celebration (students only): Wear Blue!
Wear Holiday Pajamas (Pjs)! Event December 17th School Spirit Day: Wear Holiday Pajamas (PJs)! In-School Event: Holiday Celebration – STUDENT ONLY Student Gift Exchange, Hot Chocolate & Movie Early 1:00pm Dismissal for all / No After Care Family Event: Holiday Party – Parents, Students & Siblings 6:30pm-8:00pm / Holiday Dress Clothes / Bring your camera to take pictures with Santa!
School Closed December 18th School CLOSED: Professional Day No Students / Staff Work Day
School Closed Dec. 19th – Jan. 2nd School CLOSED: Winter Break
Early Re January 1st – 31st EARLY Re-Enrollment ($75 + Form Due) – Save $$
School Resumes January 5th School Resumes
Report Cards January 14th MP2 Report Cards Go Home
School Closed January 19th School CLOSED: Martin Luther King Jr. Day
100Th Day Of School January 26th 100th Day of School – School Spirit Day TBD
Re Feb. 1st – Mar. 31st Re-Enrollment Period ($100 & Form Due) SCHOOL Calendar of Events
Valentine’S Bake Sale Fundraiser! February 11th -13th Valentine’s Bake Sale FUNdraiser! 100% of Proceeds Support the Art Program!
Valentine’S Day Celebration (Students Only) Reddest Child & Reddest Lunch Contest Wear Lots Of Red & Pack Red Food & Drinks!!! Student Valentine’S Card Exchange Bake Sale Fundraiser Celebration February 13th In-School Valentine’s Day Celebration (students only) Reddest Child & Reddest Lunch Contest Wear LOTS of RED & pack RED food & drinks!!! Student Valentine’s Card Exchange Bake Sale FUNdraiser Celebration
School Closed February 16th School CLOSED: Presidents’ Day
Progress Reports February 18th MP3 Progress Reports Go Home Walk-A-Thon FUNdraiser Kick Off
Chinese New Year Celebration February 20th Chinese New Year Celebration – Wear Red! Year of the Horse. Year of the Horse
Walk March 9th Walk-A-Thon Donations & Sponsor Sheets Due 100% of Proceeds Support the P.E. program & playground!
Walk March 13th Walk-A-Thon Event: 9:00am-10:30am (students only in-school) Sneakers Required. Walk-A-Thon Prizes for Participants! Dismissal for all 3:15pm / No After Care
School Closed March 16th – 20th School CLOSED: Spring Break
School Resumes March 23rd School Resumes
Report Cards March 27th MP3 Report Cards Go Home
School Closed April 3rd School CLOSED: Good Friday
Standardized Testing (Eat A Good Breakfast!) April 27th – May 7th Standardized Testing (Eat a good breakfast!)
Culture Fest April 30th Family Event: Culture Fest – 5:00pm-6:30pm (Mandatory) Follow Teacher Instructions for Food Drop Off (Same Day) Follow Teacher Instructions for Student Costumes (Week Prior) MP4 Progress Reports Go Home
Wear Your Pajamas (Pjs)! Culture Fest (Students Only – Graded) May 1st School Spirit Day: Wear your Pajamas (PJs)! In-School Culture Fest (students only – graded) Dismissal for all 3:15pm / No After Care Blossom Buds FUNdraiser Starts 100% of Proceeds Supports the Gardens
Teacher Appreciation Week May 4th-8th Teacher Appreciation Week
Star Wars Day May 4th School Spirit Day: Star Wars Day – May the 4th Be with You!
Blossom Buds Donations & Sponsor Sheets Due May 8th Blossom Buds Donations & Sponsor Sheets Due
Favorite Color Day May 18th School Spirit Day: Favorite Color Day
End Of School Year Celebration (Students Only) Wear Your Pajamas (Pjs)! May 19th End of School Year Celebration (students only) School Spirit Day: Wear your Pajamas (PJs)! Dismissal for all 3:15pm / No After Care MP4 Report Cards Go Home
Stepping Up Ceremony May 20th Family Event: Stepping Up Ceremony – 10:00am Location: Blossom’s 6-9 Classroom Students MUST arrive at 9:30am SHARP for quick dress rehearsal. Dressy event for all. Parents & siblings “Mix & Mingle” outside until the doors open for family & guest seating at 9:45am. Event will begin at 10:00am sharp!!!! All students will be dismissed to a Parent or Guardian after the event ends (around 12:00pm). Official Last Day of School – Summer Break Begins!
Stepping Up Ceremony
Location: TBD
Parent & family members attendance will be requested.
Family Commitment and what it means at Blossom…
At Blossom, our goal is to teach children about life and learning through a positive supportive environment. A large part of the success of this school is the relationship we forge with the families of Blossom. In our busy lives we often need to stop and take stock of all that we have and to appreciate the value of ‘everyday’ life.
Part of the everyday life of Blossom is the interdependent relationship we have with the families of our students. We teach our children to get involved with their community on a regular basis and to embrace diversity and change. One avenue we have available to us is that of ‘parent as teacher’. It is through the involvement of parents that we are better able to educate children. When the family supports the learning environment, the child fully understands the importance of education.
Blossom invites all families to assist in this learning journey through attending, participating and volunteering for Blossom activities, fundraisers and family events.
Family Commitment Hours
All families will be required to commit to 20 hours of volunteer services every year to Blossom by:
Families receiving private scholarships will be required to commit 30 – 40 hours of volunteer service (depending on the percentage of scholarship support), as well as sign up for weekly American Sign Language (ASL) classes at the Deaf Literacy Center (DLC), your local library or college if their child is deaf or hard of hearing. By giving back to the school families can show their child the importance of involvement within their own community.
Important please note: Some scheduled events will be student-only this school year. Please look out for flyers in your child’s communication folder, as well as emails throughout the year, on ways you may help make these events & celebrations special and successful.
