Today is the first day of fall break! We hope our students and their families have a restful and fun week, and we look forward to seeing you next Monday, Oct. 13!
The district and school offices will be open to the public on Monday and Tuesday only, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. All offices will be closed from Wednesday through Friday.

Saturday, October 18th 2025 at 1 pm to 5 pm
where: Breath of Life International Fellowship: 202 W. Dobbins Rd., Phoenix AZ 85041
Family fun ; food, treats, bounce house, petting zoo and stem activities

✨ Understanding the Governing Board’s Role
🗓️ Saturday, October 18th
🕘 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 Verna McClain Wellness Center
1030 E. Baseline Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85042
Come spend the day building connection, learning, and growth with us! 💡💬
✅ Gain a deeper understanding of the Governing Board’s role
✅ Learn how we keep the focus on student outcomes
✅ Strengthen connections across our community
🌟 Don’t miss this chance to come together for our students and our future!
#GenesisOfChange #CommunityFirst #StudentSuccess #PhoenixEvents
She won a halloween wreath for attending parent workshops this week.
Parent and Guardians you are welcome to attend future workshop. I will post to school page, social media and flyers in the front office at school.

🍎 Mobile Food Distribution 🍊
⏰ 8 a.m. | 📅 Oct. 1
📍 Bernard Black School
6550 S. 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85041
Food items will be distributed in the parking lot, courtesy of St. Mary's Food Bank. Please bring your ID and a piece of mail to confirm your address.
⚠️ For everyone's safety, please enter the distribution site via Southern and 27th Ave.



Bus Schedule Change 9-29-25
Effective Friday, September 26, 2025, Route 103 BUS 139 will transport students at 17th Ave & Wier during the following times:
Afternoon Drop-Off: 3:08 – 3:15 PM
As we continue reviewing routes for efficiency, adjustments may be made as needed. Thank you for your understanding and support.
Let's Learn About AZELLA !
Join us to learn about :
1. Purpose of Azella test
2. Azella sample test
3. English language developments and strategies
When- September 30, 2025
Time - 9 am
Where- Ed & Verma Pastor - 2101 W. Alta Vista Rd., Phx.AZ 85041

Let's Learn About PTO !
Join us to learn about:
1. How parent association group is created
2. How the parent group helps the school:
. Fundraising
. Help with school activities & programs
. School appreciation days and more !
When-September/Time-9:30/ Where- Ed & Verma Pastor- 2101 W. Alta Vista Rd., Phx. AZ 85041

Bus Schedule Effective Friday, September 26, 2025,
Route 103 will transport students at 17th Ave & Wier during the following times:
Morning Pick-Up: 7:20 – 7:25 AM
Afternoon Drop-Off: 3:08 – 3:15 PM
As we continue reviewing routes for efficiency, adjustments may be made as needed. Thank you for your understanding and support.
Bus Schedule Change Sept 25, 2025
Route 103 will operate with a sub driver in Bus 105
Bus Route Change 9-25-25
Route 103 will operate with a sub driver in Bus 100 expect delays, please remain at the stops the bus will arrive.
Thank you for your patience.
