This Month’s Highlights:

• 2026–2027 Board & Committees — Get Involved
• Principal Chat on May 18th
• Treasurer Update
• Grad Night Tickets On Sale by May 22nd
• Stampede — Register and Volunteer
• Inside Leigh — Latest School Updates

We are at a critical time in recruitment, especially for the Treasurer and President positions. Don’t be put off by a title - we are all just parents helping out at Leigh - please reach out if you have any interest & we’d be happy to talk to you about HSC. You can read the descriptions of roles here: HSC board and committee positions.

If you would like to learn more about becoming a part of the HSC team, please reach out to president@leighhsc.org.

Join us for another Principal Community Chat on May 18 at 6:00pm. Following our March session, we’re hosting one more opportunity to connect before the school year ends. Please RSVP below.

Families are also welcome to stay for the final HSC meeting of the school year at 7:00pm with the focus on celebrating and appreciating all that our HSC community has done to support Leigh this year.

The following programs and activities were funded:

The following grants were approved:

View how HSC donations were spent in previous years. Any questions, contact Pam Reynolds, Leigh HSC Treasurer, at treasurer@leighhsc.org.

Leigh High School Home and School Club is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Tax ID # is 77-0199809. All donations are tax-deductible.

2026 Grad Night Volunteers Needed

Senior students will celebrate the end of their high school years at the Santa Cruz Boardwalk on Thursday, June 4. We are seeking parent volunteers (preferably 9–11th grade parents) to chaperone the bus ride. Boardwalk security will be on-site, and any concerns should be reported to their team. This is a fun event and a great opportunity for parents to be part of an experience their own student will have in the future.

In addition, we need volunteers to help check in students before they board the buses to Santa Cruz.

Leigh High School's 10th Annual Longhorn Stampede 5K Run/Walk will take place on Saturday, May 16, 2026.

The Stampede brings our entire community together – students, staff, parents, families, neighbors, friends, and local businesses. Whether you are a walker, casual jogger, or distance runner, everyone is welcome!

This event is organized by our Leigh Booster Clubs – Home & School Club, Sports Boosters, Spirit Boosters, and PAPA. All proceeds go towards supporting programs for all of our Leigh students.

The Longhorn Stampede 5K Run/Walk relies on our amazing volunteers—we need a big crew to make it happen! We’re currently below our volunteer goal for a few key roles:

• Course Marshals (Age 18+): This is a critical role—City of San Jose requires 32 Course Marshals for the event to take place. Volunteers help keep runners safe and ensure the course runs smoothly.
• Tow Away Signs Placement: We’re looking for volunteers to place tow-away signs along the Stampede course a few days before the event.

No experience needed! We’ll provide all the training and instructions—you just bring your enthusiasm and community spirit.

Highlights from Teacher Representative, Ms. Smiley

• Multicultural Night was a great success with strong community participation—expanding next year
• Senior updates: Exit Survey required for graduation + upcoming Senior Walk Back

Highlights from CUHSD Liaison, Elisabeth Halliday

• Senior Awards Night: Wednesday, 5/20
• District Budget Update: Planning is underway for next school year, pending the state budget release
• Academic Integrity Policy: Ongoing discussion around AI use in grading; policy not yet finalized
• Westmont Farm Day: 5/9 from 11 AM–2 PM

Highlights from Associated Student Body (ASB)

• Prom: A big success with 700+ students attending
• Upcoming Events: Decision Day (5/1), Cinco de Mayo, Senior Summer Send-Off, and Incoming Freshman Day 

Stay connected with ASB and student happenings on campus:

• View Calendar of Activities
• View Daily Announcements
• Follow Leigh ASB on Instagram: @famleigh
• Follow Leigh ASB on TikTok: @famleigh
• Follow Leigh ASB on Facebook: @leighhighschool
• Get insights into campus happenings through the Leigh News Network YouTube Channel, where ASB student executives provide weekly updates and event recaps.

Join us on May 18, 2026 for a Principal’s Community Chat at 6:00pm, followed by our final Home & School Club meeting of the school year at 7:00pm.

The evening will focus on celebrating and appreciating all that our HSC community has done to support Leigh this year.

Minutes from past meetings and dates of upcoming meetings can be found on the HSC website.

Leigh High School Home and School Club is an all volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Tax ID # is 77-0199809. All donations are tax-deductible.