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Announcements

PUSD accepting nominations for 2026 Arthur Hecht Volunteer Award

The Piedmont Unified School District (PUSD) is excited to announce nominations for the 2026 Arthur Hecht Volunteer of the Year Award are now being accepted. The award is presented annually to individuals who have volunteered their efforts over a period …

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Announcement URL:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1J92iTb6870oZbIRotoHW8rM3MUmCS8bORuf7c1hcCmY/edit?tab=t.0

“A Night Licensed to Give”: PEF Welcomes Spring Fling Co-Chairs

Piedmont Education Foundation (PEF) is pleased to announce that this year’s Spring Fling season will be co-chaired by Piedmont elementary parents Caroline Gershwin, Jenny Miller, and Zeena Fakoury. Working with parents across all three elementary schools, the co-chairs are already …

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Announcement URL:

https://pef.schoolauction.net/springfling2026/homepages/show

5th Grade Families: Learn More about Piedmont Scouts

Most youth begin their Scouting journey in March of 5th grade (youth 6th -through- 10th grade are welcome!). Some new Scouts graduate from the Cub Scout program for elementary age youth, but most new members (and parents) have no experience …

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PUSD Summer Adventures Returns

Piedmont Unified School District is excited to offer a variety of Adventures programs for students Kindergarten through 9th grade. Summer Adventures 2026 is a PUSD teacher-led summer enrichment program offering multiple options. Session Dates: June 8–18 and June 22–July 2 Fees: Half Day $590 per session …

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Announcement URL:

https://www.homeroom.com/sites/piedmont-unified-school-district-oakland/camp

Piedmont Coed Adult Softball

Summer is almost here! Which means longer days and the return of Piedmont Coed Adult Softball. We welcome returning teams to join us for another exciting season and extend a warm invitation to all new teams to join in the …

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Play Lacrosse with Skyline!

Lacrosse season is just around the corner! Skyline Lacrosse Club invites Piedmont student athletes K-8 to come play the fastest game on two feet! Visit www.skylinelacrosse.com for more information joining a team. Practices start in early Feb, and games begin …

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Announcement URL:

https://skylinelacrosse.com/skyline-programs/try-lax-day/

State of the District 2025-26

The Piedmont Unified School District shares its State of the District report for 2025-26. This year’s report reflects the collective work of teachers, principals, staff, students, families, and community partners who continue to elevate Piedmont Unified School District. The full …

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Announcement URL:

https://issuu.com/piedmontusd/docs/pusd_state_of_district_2025-26_1ea059086bb21a?fr=xKAE9_zMzMw

Thank you Giving Campaign Donors!

The Piedmont Education Foundation extends its deepest gratitude to our extraordinary community for your generous support of this year’s Giving Campaign. We offer special thanks to campaign co-chairs Kim Hunter and Catie Osborn for their exceptional leadership over the past …

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Announcement URL:

https://www.piedmontedfoundation.org/supporters/giving-campaign-donors/

Culinary Creatives Cooking Camp Feb 17-20

This advanced culinary camp goes beyond the basics to inspire and challenge young chefs with a passion for creativity and innovation. Campers will delve into the art of cooking, baking, and experimenting like professional chefs. They’ll explore the science of …

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Announcement URL:

https://pathtopanacea.com

Tri-Schools Neurodiversity Circle

Join our supportive community of Beach, Havens, and Wildwood parents with neurodivergent kids — and their allies! Our Neurodiversity Circle is an opportunity for parents to share their parenting journey, learn from others, and connect with a safe and understanding …

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Announcement URL:

https://tinyurl.com/parentcircles

Beach Lunar New Year Party

Tuesday, February 17th marks the first day of the Lunar New Year, a special holiday celebrated by many Asian communities. Friends and family gather to eat, play games, and do other activities to welcome health, good fortune, and happiness in …

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PIE 2nd Annual Benefit Concert for PRD Sidekicks

PIE (Piedmonters for Inclusive Education) is proud to announce the 2nd Annual Benefit Concert supporting the PRD Sidekicks Program! Join PIE and We Are Leaves (formerly The Date Nights)—a local band made up of Beach parents—for a special evening of …

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Announcement URL:

https://piedmontstore.org/products/pie-piedmonters-for-inclusive-education-copy?variant=44904459337927

57th Bird Calling Contest Poster Competition

The PUSD high school student-designed poster will be used for promotional purposes for the Bird Calling Show. We will reproduce it in an 8.5 x 11-inch format, in a large poster format, on the cover of the program, and in …

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Volunteer Opportunity for Honor Society Credit: DBFL

Is your teen looking for volunteer opportunities? Have them help at the DBFL Bag Sale on Saturday, January 31. Students can sign up for a 2-hour shift: set-up from 9 – 11 AM or clean-up from 11 AM – 1 …

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Announcement URL:

https://dressbestforless.org/

Do your kids have any summer plans? Firecracker Math has you covered! Our Summer Math Camp for curious and challenge-loving kids ages 6-16.

Firecracker Math Camp runs weekly camps for ages 6–16, June 8–July 27, in Berkeley, Oakland/Piedmont, Danville, San Francisco, Mill Valley, and Alameda. Choose half-days (math only, 9:00 am–12:30 pm) or full-days (9:00 am–4:00 pm). Before- and after-care available. Morning sessions …

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Announcement URL:

https://bit.ly/PiedmontPortalSummerCamp

Piedmont Education Foundation’s Giving Campaign Raises over $4 million

Piedmont Education Foundation has announced that this year’s Giving Campaign has raised over $4,000,000 in gifts and pledges in support of Piedmont’s public schools. This represents an increase of 9% over last year and is the strongest Giving Campaign in …

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Announcement URL:

https://www.piedmontedfoundation.org

School Maker Faire – Call for Makers

Save the date for the 12th annual Piedmont School Maker Faire on the Piedmont High School campus on Sunday, May 17th at 11am – 3pm! Come celebrate K-12 STEAM education for the Piedmont community & beyond. Our “Call for Makers” …

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Announcement URL:

https://www.piedmontmakers.org/school-maker-faire?mc_cid=c2f4939e68&mc_eid=8268ba8dd4

2026-2027 Academic Calendar Approved

The PUSD School Board has approved the 2026-27 Instructional Calendar. School will begin Monday, August 10, 2026.

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Announcement URL:

https://www.piedmont.k12.ca.us/about/calendar

PRD Summer Program Registration Opens February 3

Start planning your summer with PRD now – and mark these dates on your calendar! Monday, January 26: Summer 2026 Activity Guide released Tuesday, February 3, 6 pm: Resident registration opens (our earliest summer registration date yet!) Tuesday, February 10, …

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Announcement URL:

https://piedmont.ca.gov/news/summer_camp_registration_january_2026

Firecracker Math Winter Spring Semester starts January 20

Winter Spring Semester classes start Tuesday, January 20th. Piedmont classes start on Tuesday, January 20th. . Our program is based on the best traditions and classical methods of teaching mathematics. We introduce and explore math concepts and problem-solving techniques for …

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Announcement URL:

https://firecrackermath.org/our-offerings/winter-spring-after-school/

PUSD New Student Enrollment for the 2026-27 School Year opens January 14th

We are thrilled to announce new student enrollment for the 2026-27 school year opens January 14th, 2026.  Residents with children not currently enrolled in Piedmont schools – new kindergarteners or a student switching to Piedmont schools – are invited to start the enrollment process then. Transitional Kindergarten (TK) …

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Announcement URL:

https://www.piedmont.k12.ca.us/about/enrolling/enrolling-info

Piedmont Athletics Summer Camps: Registration Now Open

PUSD Athletic summer camp for K-9 grade is now open for registration. Badminton: June 8 – July 31, Mondays and Fridays from 4-6 PM Basketball: Session 1: June 15 – June 19, Session 2: July 27- July 31 Football: July …

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Announcement URL:

https://www.homeroom.com/sites/piedmont-unified-school-district-oakland/enrichment?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGn6CFddXedHOlPXFkfY308mk1ZRVf5OwtZ6_yGSxLVunp0Mc6ihslhaBhVJjo_aem_m8DtNogNnqu-JqW1BjdEzg&utm_content=link_in_bio&utm_medium=social&utm_source=ig

TK Mandarin Class

Give your child the best start to learning Mandarin. The Piedmont Language School (PLS) Mandarin Program helps children enjoy learning Mandarin through social interaction, hands-on activities and creative thematic teaching. We believe in immersion learning and use Mandarin as much …

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Announcement URL:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScOZDRJBE4s5w8owSu9O66YuU5QF3a_D7brASRJPaWSbp0VzA/viewform

Finding Meaning in the Stars: Adult School Offers Astrology Workshop

Astrology has long been used as a symbolic language for understanding personality, purpose, and life transitions. This February, Piedmont Adult School is offering a new class, Your Stars, Your Story, a two-hour workshop that explores astrology as a tool for …

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Announcement URL:

https://piedmontadultschool.asapconnected.com/#CourseID=153225

Stages to Aging Class Helps Adults Navigate Life’s Later Transitions

Aging is a universal journey, yet many people feel unprepared for the transitions it brings. This spring, Piedmont Adult School will offer Stages to Aging, a series designed to provide clear guidance, practical insight, and confidence as adults plan for …

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Announcement URL:

https://piedmontadultschool.asapconnected.com/#CourseIndex

Learn Salsa This Spring at Piedmont Adult School

Piedmont Adult School will offer Salsa dance classes this spring for adults who want to learn (or build on) one of the most popular and joyful social dances in the world. Designed for beginners as well as dancers with some …

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Announcement URL:

https://adulted.piedmont.k12.ca.us/

Summer Camp registration is open!

Is your child always singing around the house? Let them take their passion for singing to the next level at our summer camp! With plenty of fun activities like music classes, individual voice lessons, hiking, swimming, and crafting, they’ll make …

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Announcement URL:

https://www.piedmontchoirs.org/choir-camp

Mandarin 1 for Adults

Piedmont Language School is thrilled to finally be able to offer an in-person Mandarin class for ADULTS, here in Piedmont. We will hold the classes in conjunction with East Bay Mandarin School on Thursday nights at the Recreation Dept building. …

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Announcement URL:

https://register.capturepoint.com/reg/cat_program_list_detail.cfm?season_id=24069&program_id=2689565

Choir Spring Semester Starts January 26!

Join Piedmont East Bay Children’s Choir – where every note tells a tale, and every harmony empowers young people in community. Lift your voice with ours to connect, inspire, and unite through music. Your child learns from nurturing instructors in …

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Announcement URL:

https://www.piedmontchoirs.org/pre-register

Enjoy a Free Visit with Your Local Honey Homes Handyman

Back-to-school season means calendars fill up fast – carpools, practices, late-night homework, and endless drop-offs. For Piedmont parents, that also means less time for home projects. At Honey Homes, founded in Lafayette by parents, we make it easy to keep …

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Announcement URL:

https://www.honeyhomes.com/trial?referredById=7e38bfc7-ae14-46ce-a708-2a1c9f30d9ef&referredBy=PEF

Unforgettable Adventure on the Bay – Catch Fish & Support Our Schools!

Looking for a thrilling day on the water, a chance to reel in incredible seafood, and a way to support our amazing PUSD schools—all at the same time? Gatherer Outfitters, a locally owned fishing charter by a Wildwood family, is …

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Announcement URL:

https://www.gathereroutfitters.com/
PEF extends our gratitude to the businesses that participate in our Corporate Sponsorship program, whose generosity helps to enrich the educational experience of all Piedmont students. Many of the companies belong to Piedmont parents. The best way for our community to acknowledge their support is to continue frequenting these businesses.