This Week in Paso Schools (Week of 12/29/25)

Posted Date: 12/29/25 (06:00 PM)

Dear Families,

We hope you're enjoying a restful and fun winter break! We can't wait to welcome you back to school on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 (an early release day).

New Year's Eve in Paso

Did you know that Downtown Paso is hosting a New Year's Eve bonfire and concert? Admission is free for the whole family! Gather together for a night of community, music, and warmth, with a 9:00 PM countdown synced to East Coast midnight. Click here for details.

Stay Connected with Paso Proud

The latest Paso Proud is available now! This month we're taking a closer look at the many highlights across the visual and performing arts programs at Paso Schools, and sharing some great news about Georgia Brown's new robotics teams!

Thank you to everyone who has submitted a nomination for the forthcoming addition of the Bearcat Alumni feature. Nominations will remain open—see page 3 of Paso Proud for details.

Click to Read Issue 3 in English

Click to Read Issue 3 in Spanish

Announcements

January Athletic Youth Nights

Attention future Bearcats: Paso Robles High School Athletics invites all Paso Robles students and their families to Winter Youth Nights! PRJUSD students receive FREE entry to these games and have opportunities to take a group photo with our teams and meet the athletes. These special events celebrate our future Bearcats and give them a chance to experience the excitement of high school athletics.

January Youth Night Schedule:

Tuesday, Jan. 6, 6:00 PM: Boys Soccer @ Parish Field
Friday, Jan. 9, 6:30 PM: Girls Basketball @ Gil Asa Gym
Friday, Jan. 16, 6:00 PM: Girls Soccer @ Parish Field
Tuesday, Jan 20, 6:30 PM: Boys Basketball @ Gil Asa Gym

PRHS Facilities Master Planning Student Forum

The Facilities Master Planning process is underway across the District, with each school holding meetings to gather input. PRHS is hosting a forum to gather student feedback on Monday, January 12 at 2:35 PM. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of our facilities for current and future generations of Bearcats!

LCAP Parent Advisory Committee Meeting

The Local Control Accountability Plan Parent Advisory Committee (LCAP PAC) is made up of representatives from each school and key student groups, however LCAP PAC meetings are open to the public, and everyone is invited to attend.

The second LCAP PAC meeting of the 2025-2026 school year will be held:

🔹 When: 5:00 - 6:00 PM, Thursday, January 15, 2026

🔹 Where: Paso Robles Joint Unified School District Board Room, 800 Niblick Rd. Childcare is provided.

Reminders

TK & Kindergarten Enrollment Begin February 2

Enrollment packets will be available beginning January 21, 2026 at pasoschools.org and in the District Office, 800 Niblick Rd.

TK & Kindergarten Parent Meeting

An informational meeting will be held at the Paso Robles High School Performing Arts Center on January, 20, 2026.

Parent Nominations for Gifted and Talented Education (G.A.T.E.) are Open

Nominations for students grades 1-7 are being accepted now through January 23, 2026. Click here to complete the nomination form.

You can view the original announcement here.

Aquatics Center Ribbon Cutting

Save the date, and spread the word! PRJUSD is thrilled to invite the community to the ribbon cutting of the Paso Robles Aquatics Center, Friday, March 6, 2026. Details to follow.

January Food Menus

The Food Services team is almost finished completing the transition to their new software, nutrition, and online menu program. In the meantime, a link to January's breakfast and lunch menu can be found in the links section at the bottom of this message.