April 24th Track Meet

The Area Track Meet will be held at Tamalpais High School on Friday, April 24th. For the past month, all Del Mar students have been working hard on their Track & Field unit in PE, and those who qualify in their respective categories will represent our school at the meet.

Because only a specific number of students qualify to compete, we will have a regular day of instruction on campus for all other students. Please note that this is a standard school day, not a day off. Our teachers are looking forward to this time, as smaller group sizes allow for more individualized academic attention and growth. We appreciate your support in ensuring your student is at school and ready to learn.

8th Grade Field Trip to Chabot

Our 8th graders took a trip prior to Spring Break to the Chabot Space & Science Center. It was a terrific experiential learning opportunity for our students. Thank you to our 8th grade team of teachers for facilitating this trip.

California Math Festival

Calling all parents!

We would love your help as a volunteer when we hold Del Mar's very first CALIFORNIA MATH FESTIVAL on Monday, June 1st, 2026, from 8am-1:45pm.

The Math Festival is a fun program that will help students learn and enjoy mathematics, and it will be the same kind of experience for you! You DO NOT need to be a math expert to volunteer at the Math Festival. You will learn EVERYTHING you need to know BEFORE the first students arrive. The Math Festival leader will give you an overview of the Festival and information about the activity where you will be assisting students. You will not be acting as teachers, but will give students simple assistance, helping them read and understand the directions at one Festival Station activity.

Be on the lookout for an email coming soon to sign up and become a volunteer for the fun event!

MIDDLE SCHOOL DANCE COMING UP SOON!

Get ready for Neon Nights! The Del Mar Spring Dance will take place on Friday, April 24th from 7pm–9pm. The theme is neon and it’s semi-formal. Snacks, a DJ and a free photo booth will be available to enjoy.

Tickets will be sold on campus during lunch on Wednesdays for $20 cash. They can also be purchased online on The Ranch’s website under the "view and register for programs" tab/Teen Programs/scroll to bottom of 8 sections

The dance is ONLY for current Del Mar students!

link to buy tickets (under Teen Programs)

Parent Education Coming Up~Screens, Phones, AI-OH MY!

Screens, phones, AI—oh my! Join Dr. Allison Briscoe-Smith as she tackles the questions that keep so many of us up at night: How much screen time is too much? What's really happening with social media and our kids' mental health? And what do we even do about AI? She'll walk through the current (and yes, controversial) science, create space for your real questions and concerns, and help you develop a practical plan for managing these issues with your own kids—because let's be honest, we're all trying to figure this out as we go. Please send along your questions, thoughts and resources via this link or email our Director of Student Services, Mr. Brian Lynch - blynch@reedschools.org.

April 29th 10:30 AM via zoom

invitation link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4443116304?pwd=rXt4xBFGrd2ouS2qaKBSYXGODyi4WC.1

password: deepbreath

Staff Spotlight ~ Mrs. O'Brien

By Leadership Students: Shir-Linh, Tala, and Christopher

This week’s staff spotlight is Ms. O’Brien, one of our special education teachers. She was born in Washington, DC, and has one older and one younger sister. Growing up, she looked up to her aunt, who was kind, organized, and compassionate, and helped shape her values, beliefs, and traits. Ms. O’Brien played many sports growing up, but some that stuck with her throughout high school were ice hockey, and crew, also known as rowing, which taught her teamwork and perseverance.

From a young age, she took a strong interest in the humanities, English being her favorite subject. She became inspired to start her education career through her mom and sister, who both were teachers, and who encouraged her to pursue that same path where she could make a difference. Later in her life, she went to Eckerd College in Florida. After her studies, she became a lifeguard as her first job, where she developed responsibility and leadership skills. Her love for Del Mar and education began as she was getting classroom keys with her husband, Mr. O’Brien. She also knew Mrs. Lynam, which made it an easier transition into Del Mar, where she specialized in education. Mrs. O’Brien has been teaching modified classes for 6 years, and hopes to continue supporting students for many more. Some things that she loves about our school include the beautiful campus, especially the garden, and the community.

Mrs. O’Brien values inclusion and acceptance, and makes it her priority to support her students both academically and emotionally. She ensures that she respects her students' values to make them feel seen and heard, and is always a motivational figure in and out of her classroom. Some advice for her students is to acknowledge the fact that middle school impacts your future; it is the training ground for the rest of your educational career, and the habits that you build now will stick and help shape your future.

Outside of her job, Mrs. O’Brien loves to be around nature by hiking and fishing, finding peace in the outdoors. She enjoys being active through roller skating and running, adding to her love for being out in nature. Turning back to her passion for the subject of English, Mrs. O’Brien likes to read narratives about real life experiences, as they offer meaningful insights, new perspectives, and unique stories. For music, Mrs. O'Brien likes a range of genres, including hip-hop, classic rock, alternative rock, and rap. Mrs. O'Brien is currently married to our 8th grade science teacher, Mr. O’Brien, and is about to give birth to their first daughter! Mrs. O’Brien also owns a dog named Boondoggle, who is 14 years old and has been a longtime companion to her.

To conclude, Mrs. O’Brien is a passionate teacher who cares about her student’s beliefs and well-being, as well as their academic journey. Mrs. O’Brien constantly contributes to the community of our school, making it a more inclusive and welcoming place. If you see her around campus or have her as a teacher, make sure you show your appreciation by thanking her for her positive impact on our school!

8th Grade Families: All the Graduation Details!

Request for Donations and Slideshow Photo Request-See LINK

8th Grade Graduation:

CLICK HERE TO READ ALL OF THE GRADUATION INFORMATION ~ THE MOMS' SOCIAL, SIX FLAGS TRIP, SLIDESHOW, GRADUATION DETAILS, BOAT CRUISE, FRIDAY NIGHT ON MAIN STREET, ETC. ,ETC.!

Breakfast/Lunch

Water Bottle, Snack and DelMarket Reminder!

Please remind your students to dispose of their trash properly. Breakfasts are served out of the office before school (from 7:45 am-8:05 am) and at the first break only if anything is leftover. Lunch is served out of the gym’s kitchen windows at lunchtime.

If you have questions or concerns about the lunch program, please contact delmar@reedschools.org

Our Leadership Students run the DelMarket most morning breaks. The DelMarket is located next to room 20, near the library, and students can bring single dollars to pay for snacks and drinks at the first break. $5.00 snack packs are also available!

Please remember to send water and snacks, and please remember: NO food delivery services are permitted on campus. You may drop lunches off on the blue shelves outside the office. Please notify your child to look there for lunches since we do not send reminders to classrooms.

Attached HERE is allergen and nutrition information sent from Revolution Foods for all Revolution Food items.

Del Mar PTA News

Show RUSD Staff you care during Staff Appreciation Week!

Simple ways to show you care (any time during the week of May 4-8)*:

A fresh flower hand picked from your garden or lovingly selected at the store
A handmade card or drawing - nothing beats a heartfelt note from students
A sweet, savory or healthy treat
A small gift card, coffee or anything they might enjoy

We appreciate everyone who makes RUSD such a special place including:

Teachers
Specialists
Aides
Counselors
School & District Office Staff
Principals
Superintendent
Custodians
Bus Drivers
Crossing Guards

Help Wanted! Sign up to help at the print Art Night event HERE!

RUSD Mission & Vision: Each student will be challenged and inspired to reach their fullest intellectual, social-emotional and creative potential to positively impact the world.

Chad Stuart, Principal