11.7.2025 FBUSD Staff Blog
Honoring Indigenous Communities
Native American & Alaska Native Heritage Month
Honoring Indigenous communities during Native American & Alaska Native Heritage Month — and spotlighting California-based partnerships between tribal nations & universities to preserve language, culture, and traditional ecological knowledge. Learn more: buff.ly/vS3nLYB
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Native American Studies Model Curriculum (NASMC)
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Terrific Professional Learning Day!
BASKETBALL CLINIC with Coach Tim!
FFA Chapter Meeting for October
Fort Bragg Community Trunk or Treat!
FBHS Getting Into the Hogwarts Spirit!
As we move through November, I want to take a moment to honor the veterans who are part of our school community. Their dedication to service, both to our country and now to our students, is truly commendable. By continuing to serve in our district, they demonstrate an ongoing commitment to people, peace, and purpose.
This Veteran’s Day, please take a moment to thank the remarkable individuals in our schools and community who have served our nation. Their example reminds us of the power of service and the impact one person can have on many lives.
-Joe
Please provide your feedback for our Restorative Practices presenter on November 3rdNikki Chamblee, Ph.D
IIRP Survey link: https://www.iirp.edu/webinareval
Review of Restorative Practices: Restorative Practices: Explained - IIRP Graduate School
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Resources from the elementary and secondary sessions on November 3rd are listed below.
Patterning for Power: Building Academic Vocabulary through Integrated ELD (elementary)
FBUSD created - Chants, Poems, & Songs
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With SNAP being paused in November, many families in our community are facing
a sudden, overwhelming food insecurity.
When: Saturday, November 8th - 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon
What: Donate fresh produce & non-perishable food items
Donations will go directly to the Fort Bragg Food Bank to support families in need.You can help in two easy ways:1. Front Porch Pick-Up:Email your name and address to FortBraggRotary@gmail.com by Friday, November 7, to be added to our pick-up list. Rotary volunteers will collect donations from your porch if you live between Pudding Creek Road and Simpson Lane in Fort Bragg, the morning of the drive (Saturday, November, between 9 am - 12 noon).2. Drop-Off:Bring donations on Saturday, November 8 between 9 am and 12 noon to either location📍 Redwood Elementary School parking lot (324 S. Lincoln St.)📍 Fort Bragg Senior Center parking lot (490 N. Harold St.)For our friends SOUTH of Fort Bragg:If you live in the Mendocino area and would like to participate, you can drop off your donations at Farmers Insurance – Raymond Alarcon (45060 Ukiah Street, Suite B, Mendocino) between Monday, November 3 and Friday, November 7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Ray is part of the Mendocino Rotary Club, and we’re so thankful for him teaming up with us to help feed local families!
Every can, bag, or box of food makes a difference.
Let’s come together, Fort Bragg, and make sure no family goes hungry this season!
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November’s Harvest of the Month is BEETS!
We have grant funding to cover taste testing!
If you'd like some beets for your class, please let me know.
Thank you for supporting
Nutrition Education and Local Agriculture!
Pilar Gray
Using Picture Books to Support Meaning-Making
in the Early Grades
Early childhood teachers can guide students in exploring how to communicate meaningful events and feelings even before they can write. By Sarah D. Cordova (Edutopia Nov. 6, 2025)
Read More Here
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FBHS Culinary Arts
Thanksgiving Pie Sale
Order by November 17
Pick up on November 21, 3:00-5:00 pm at the Culinary Arts Classroom
TO ORDER: Email avalla@fbusd.us
Pumpkin $20
Pecan $25
Dutch Apple $20 (New!)
Gluten Free add $5
Please specify Fresh or Frozen when ordering
Quantities are limited. Pay at pick up.
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FBHS Culinary Arts Students' Annual Thanksgiving Pie Sale
Friday, November 21st 3:00-5:00 pm
FRESH or FROZEN
ALL ITEMS MUST be preordered by 3:30 pm on MONDAY 11/17/2025
Pay at pick up: Cash or check made out to FBHS Culinary
🎃 -Pumpkin Pie $20 fresh or frozen
🍁 -Pecan Pie $25 fresh or frozen
🍏🍎 -Dutch Apple Pie $20 fresh or frozen
(Gluten Free add $5)
Quantities are limited
Email avalla@fbusd.us if you have any questions!
Thanks for supporting FBHS Culinary Arts!!
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Fort Bragg Fire Dept 20th Annual Bucket Brigade Blood Drives
DAY 1
Date: WED, December 17, 2025
Drive Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: First Presbyterian Church – 367 S Sanderson Way, Fort Bragg
DAY 2
Date: THURS, December 18, 2025
Drive Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: First Presbyterian Church – 367 S Sanderson Way, Fort Bragg
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Youth Mental Health First Aid
Virtual Trainings
FREE Youth Mental Health First Aid
Virtual Trainings (#YMHFA) this November
Learn to recognize and respond to mental health and substance use challenges among youth. Don’t miss this opportunity to build skills that support the well-being of young people in your community.
Please see the available dates and times below:
👉 November 12 at 3 p.m.: tinyurl.com/yj7843sp
👉 November 15 at 9 a.m.: tinyurl.com/4svteecb
👉 November 19 at 8 a.m.: tinyurl.com/bdcvk3em
👉 November 22 at 9 a.m.: tinyurl.com/2tdudv6s
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- November 8th Saturday, 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon - Rotary Club Food Drive
- November 8th Saturday, 7:00 PM - FBMS Drama Club Presents The Boat at Cotton Auditorium
- November 11th - NO SCHOOL Veteran's Day Holiday
- November 12th 1:30 PM - NEW Classified Staff District Orientation (DO Conf. Room)
- November 12th - FBMS Parent Teacher Conferences
- November 13th 6:00 PM - FBUSD Regular Board Meeting (FBHS Campus Room 306)
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- American Fidelity Log-in
- Deferred Net Pay Authorization Form (12 Paychecks)
- Direct Deposit Authorization
- DCEC Handbook
- DCEC Book List
- Employee Accident/Injury Report Form
- Employee Workers' Compensation Claim
- Employee Handbook
- Employee Payroll Portal
- Employee Resources webpage
- IT Help Ticket
- Keenan website
- Salary Schedules
- Supplemental Timesheet
- Volunteer Driver Clearance Forms
Using the 988 Lifeline is free.All conversations are confidential when you call, text, or chat the 988 Lifeline.The 988 Lifeline provides you with judgment-free care.Talking with someone can help save your life.
Using the 988 Lifeline is free.
All conversations are confidential when you call, text, or chat the 988 Lifeline.
The 988 Lifeline provides you with judgment-free care.
Talking with someone can help save your life.
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