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Fall Activities

Pool hours sign with text: 'POOL HOURS', 'WEDNESDAY - FRIDAY', 'SATURDAY - SUNDAY', and 'WATER RESOURCE'.

OVUSD Pool - Fall Hours

OVUSD Pool is open for public swim from 3:45-5:45 Wednesday through Friday, and 12pm - 5pm on Saturday and Sunday!

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Open for Enrollment!

C5 Studios’ After-School Arts Program (ASAP) is back for the 2026/27 school year! This popular and unique program provides children aged 6-12 with engaging arts, crafts, storytelling, movement and nature connection-based activities during after school hours. Our After School Arts Program runs in 4 week blocks, with registration for subsequent blocks opening soon after the start date of the previous block. To enroll your child in Block 1 follow the link below for the application form.

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Free Fourth Grade Pass

Calling all fourth graders and their families! A free pass is available to help eligible students and their families explore participating California State Parks. Get outside, discover something new, and enjoy California's incredible public lands!

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A flyer advertises a Kid's Climbing Program for ages 7-12, highlighting an eight-week session starting September 22 for $199.

2 spots left in the ages 9-12 class! This 8 week coached session helps little climbers develop movement skills, problem-solving abilities, and confidence while making new friends and having a great time.

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Bishop Park Pool schedule for June 5 - August 4, featuring open swim times and lap swim.

Bishop Park Pool - Late Season Schedule Hours

Bishop Park Pool Late Season Public Swim is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Friday 5:30pm - 8pm and Saturday and Sunday from 1pm - 4pm.

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Flyer for 'Little Sparrows Early Childhood Nature Connection' program with autumn leaf and sun graphics.

Early Childhood Nature Connection Program Now Open

C5 Studios’ Little Sparrows invite children and families to join our 8-week program this fall. Each session will have morning circle time (songs, poetry, movement, etc…) free play, wanders, art & crafts, storytelling, shared meals and community contribution. Applications are open for children 2.5-7 years old (who are potty independent or close to becoming so) to attend on their own as drop-off enrollment for forest school mornings. Session begins September 15.

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A flyer for Play Lounge LLC, detailing services and pricing.

Play Lounge LLC Weekly Schedule

Looking for a place to play, learn, and connect with other local families? Play Lounge LLC has Mama Nights on Mondays from 6pm - 9pm and Donuts with Dad on Saturdays from 10:30am - 12pm.

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Pow Wow Dance Nights

Practice Dance Sing Sew Visit and Learn on Tuesday and Thursday at AkaMya Culture Group. All ages, skill levels and people are welcome.

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A flyer titled 'Become an Election Worker!' with a badge and text about supporting elections.

Attention Inyo County High School students!

The Inyo County Elections office is now accepting applications for the Student Poll Worker Program for qualified students to serve as precinct workers on Election Day. By signing up, students will have a chance to assist our public with one of their basic rights as a citizen – the right to vote! Qualifications • Be 16 years of age at the time of the election. • Have a GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. • Submit a completed student poll worker application. • Attend one of the two mandatory trainings: ---Independence- Oct 15th, 2026 ---Bishop- Oct 16th, 2026 Find full details in the Inyo County Student Poll Worker Program document. Applications must be submitted no later than September 11th.

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School News

Poster announcing after-school tutoring starting Monday, September 8, 2026, with colorful pencils.

LPUSD After-School Tutoring Begins September 8

OVCDC Lone Pine TANF is offering after school tutoring Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursday for K-12th students from 2pm - 5pm.

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A flyer announces "Now Enrolling School Year 2020-2021" for a "Learning & Fun" program.

Bishop Indian Head Start is Now Enrolling!

Bishop Indian Head Start is a free preschool program for families! Children must turn three years old on or before September 1, 2026. Bishop Indian Head Start provides nutritious meals and snacks and provides bus transportation services. You can pick up an application at the school on 405 North Barlow in Bishop or on their website.

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Poster from the OSO County Sheriff's Office promoting safe riding with the slogan 'RIDE SMART. RIDE SAFE. GET HOME. EVERY TIME.'

Let's Keep Students Safe

Back-to-school season is here. As students head back to the classroom, let’s all do our part to keep them safe. Please slow down in school zones, watch for children crossing the street, obey crossing guards, and stay alert—especially during the busy morning and afternoon hours. And don’t forget about e-bike and e-scooter safety! As more students use these devices to get to and from school, take a few minutes to review the safety tips in the flyer below. Wearing a helmet, following traffic laws, staying alert, and riding responsibly can help everyone get where they’re going safely.

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Big Pine Tribal Support Available for Students

Register your student for support for students with Big Pine Tribal Title VI! Email Genevieve Lewis at gena.lewis@bigpinepaiute.org

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Resources Available Now

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Eastside Student Center Free Supper Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday

Eastside Student Center is moving to 205 N. Fowler and open Thursday, August 13, 2026! After school drop-in open to 7th – 12th grades. Free space to spend time afterschool. Open until 6pm Monday to Friday. Free Supper Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday Hours are Monday 2:30pm – 6pm and Tuesday-Friday 3pm – 6pm Questions about services this year? Email admin@eastsidestudentcenter.org or text or call 760-873-8724

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Bishop Indian Education Center Community Pantry Restocked!

The Bishop Indian Education Center Community Pantry was restocked August 3! Please share

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A flyer for 'Mothers In Recovery' offering support for substance use and parenting challenges.

Mothers in Recovery Group on Wednesdays

Inyo County Behavioral Health offers counseling and other support to Mothers in Recovery, including a Wednesday group from 10:30am - 12pm. Reach out to Sheila Turner in the Perinatal Program at 760-873-4923 to enroll in the program (not available for drop-ins).

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Parenting Group starts September 9

Call Inyo County First 5 to register for this 8-week parenting class to learn about child development, effective communication, positive discipline, routines, and emotional support. Caregivers who complete all sessions receive a $100 gift card!

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A flyer advertises "Childcare While You Attend Class!!" with images of children playing and learning.

Childcare While You Attend Class!

Inyo County Adult School and Inyo County Office of Education offer subsidized childcare. Call Karen Griego at 760-873-5123 x2123 for application assistance, eligibility information, and childcare referrals.

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September Food Distribution Schedule

September is here! Make sure you know when and where your local food distribution is happening. IMACA is proud to support families across our communities with access to fresh, nutritious food. Check the September schedule and plan you visit. Applications can be completed at the time of your food pickup.

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Volunteer Opportunities

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Become a Classroom Art Guide!

Volunteers needed to start in October! Contact Erin to be a part of this interactive K-5th grade education in art history and artistic skills.

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4-H Poultry Leader Needed!

Calling all volunteers! Inyo-Mono 4-H is looking for a leader for their Poultry Project. Contact to learn more about volunteering at 760-873-7854

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988 offers 24/7 access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing mental health-related distress.
That could be...

  • Thoughts of suicide
  • Mental health or substance use crises
  • Emotional distress
  • Other crisis support

 

Go to 988

The number 988 in dark blue, with 'SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE' text.

Provided in part through funding from Inyo County Probation & California Community Schools Partnership Program Coordination grant.