The 25th annual Welcome Teacher Day was held on Monday, Aug. 11—the day before the new school year began in Fremont Unified School District (FUSD). More than 1,100 elementary school families participated in the drive-through event, each picking up a flower to give to their teacher on the first day of the 2025–26 school year.
Washington Hospital Healthcare System served as the presenting sponsor, generously offering a portion of their parking lot as the pickup location. Families were warmly welcomed by local businesses, nonprofits and elected officials, and received coupons, giveaways and plenty of smiles.
The event was organized by long-time community business leader Dirk Lorenz, who has continued this cherished tradition while raising donations for the Fremont Education Foundation. Thanks to the generosity of participating families, over $1,600 was collected to support FUSD educators and students.
Volunteers ended the day filled with back-to-school excitement and deep gratitude. Here’s to a school year full of new friendships, learning and meaningful connections within school communities!
