Weekly Newsletters
Newsletter for the week of April 29 - May 3
Newsletter for the week of April 29 - May 3![]()
Newsletter for the week of April 29 - May 3
| Mission Statement: Together we strive to educate all students to achieve at or above grade level. |
Message from the Principal:
Smarter Balanced Assessments (SBA) ( Grades 3-5)
Starting on this Monday Apr 29, 2024 ,we will begin our SBA for the 5th grade in the area of science. Starting May 6 to May 17, grades three through five will be completing their state assessments in the subjects of English Language Arts and Mathematics. We recognize that this is only one measure that gauges our students’ success. We know how hard the students have been working all year and we are so very proud of them. Here are some tips for a successful testing period.
- Promote Healthy Habits- Ensure your child gets enough sleep, eats well, and exercises
- Offer emotional support- Reassure your child, provide encouragement, and help manage any test-related stress or anxiety.
- Practice Time Management/Perseverance These are untimed tests but they are long. Continue to work on persevering and working hard during the testing period to avoid being a person that only clicks on answers without reading the question.
- ATTENDANCE COUNTS- Please do your best to have your students at school during the testing period.
Congratulations to our Classified Staff of the Year
At our spirit assembly today, we recognized our classified staff of the year. The classified staff has many categories and multiple winners can be from one school. We are fortunate that we were able to have three classified staff of the year. Here again are the winners of the classified staff of the year.
Heidi Labrie- Attendance Clerk- she is in charge of our enrollment and attendance. She ensures that all students get credit for school and also makes the calls when they miss school.
Diana Rodriguez- campus supervisor- Diana supervises all of our students during both lunch and recess. She is responsible for the health and welfare of your children when they are out of class.
Karsyn Sack- Paraeducator 3- Karsyn works in the special education department and works with a specific student, she is a team player and supports all students. She also is a teacher of our STEM classes.
The District will be recognizing them at CAPO High School on Monday night. Please congratulate them on a job well done. We are so blessed to have them as our co-workers at Tijeras Creek.
The secret to happiness is to count your blessings while others are adding up their troubles.
WillIam Penn
Let’s have a great week.
Andrew Klinkenberg, Principal Tijeras Creek.
Upcoming Dates to Remember:
Here is a link to theDistrict School Calendar
April Menu:
Students NOT returning to Tijeras Creek for the 2024-25 school year
(NOT for 5th graders going to middle school and NOT for TK students returning to their home school). Please submit the following form (new new link)
5th Grade Honor Orchestra, Band, and Choir
They will be performing this weekend 4/27 @4pm at Coast Hills Church in Aliso Viejo. Congratulations to our selections…
Serafina Pineda-Honor Band
Tiara Alsaadi-Honor Choir
Stella Travis-Honor Choir
Victoria Gustilo- Honor Orchestra (not able to attend)
ASB Art Museum
CALLING ALL ARTISTS, CALLING ALL ARTISTS! Tijeras Creek ASB will be hosting the TC Art Museum in the MPR on Friday May 10th. All students are welcome to enter one piece of artwork into our museum. Students can create original paintings, drawings, sculptures, or other forms of art to be displayed for class tours and to the public after school. To enter, use the link below to register, complete an original piece of artwork, deliver the artwork to Tijeras Creek on Thursday May 9th (before school preferred), take artwork home no later than Monday May 13th. Classes will have the option to tour on Friday, May 10th, and we'll be open to the public after school until 2:45. We look forward to seeing the amazing art Tijeras Creek Students can offer.
“Welcome to School” Poster Contest
Click this LINK for more information on the 2024-2025 Cultural Proficiency “Welcome to School” poster contest. Submission due April 30th!
Saddleback College Summer Experience Information
Strategic Kids Summer Enrichment Camp
We are excited to announce that Strategic Kids Enrichment Summer Camp is BACK!! That’s right! SK will host an Enrichment Summer Camp on 7 of our CUSD sites: Canyon Vista, Ladera Ranch, Las Flores, Castille, Kinoshita, Lobo and Malcom (transportation is not available). Space is extremely limited! If your preferred site has reached the max enrollment, you may either register for another site, or join the waiting list for your preferred site. The link to the waiting list is located at the top of the registration page.
This camp is paid for by CUSD ELOP and is offered at no cost to parents of CUSD students who are currently in grades Kdgn-5th grade. Students will enjoy a daily camp which will include LEGO Engineering and Storytelling, origami, STEAM Cartooning, chess, and organized outdoor games! Please see this SK Camp flyer for more information.
This camp will fill up quickly so don’t delay. Register Here. You may ONLY sign up for either Session One or Two for the AM or PM session at only one site. Please do not sign-up if you cannot commit to the entire program. Email Strategic Kids with any questions at cusd@strategickids.com or call (949) 215-6956.
Please note that Strategic Kids will not be able to honor transfer requests at this time due to the volume of registrations. Please ensure to correctly select the site and time of your choice!
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Early Childhood Programs
Our Early Childhood Programs Office has opened up registration for the 2024-25 school year in the California State Preschool Program! Families, you can begin submitting applications now! Applications will be reviewed during the CSPP Priority Window of April 22nd-May 30th. Interested in learning more? Please review the CSPP 24-25 Flyer for more information.
Field Trip Volunteers
In order to attend a school sponsored field trip,8 a parent volunteer MUST be a Tier I (fingerprinted) volunteer. This is for the safety and protection of your child/children . Please plan accordingly. Thank you
Independent Study Contract
Don’t forget if you are going to have your child absent for 3 or more days, to request an Independent Study Contract from Ms. Heidi in the front office. If your child completes all the school work, they will receive credit for their absence. Click Tijeras Creek Elementary School - Attendance Procedures or see below for more details.
If a student will be away from the classroom for at least 3 days, an Independent Study Contract can be arranged through the front office. This contract provides students with lessons/activities to complete while away from the classroom so they do not fall behind in their studies.
To request an Independent Study Contract, the following procedures are necessary:
- A telephone call, email, or note from the parent must be received at least 5 days (exceptions are considered, but not guaranteed) prior to the student’s first day away from the classroom.
- The student must be gone for a minimum of 3 school days, but no more than 10 school days per contract. A student may utilize up to 14 days per school year.
- The first school day after the ending date of the Independent Study Contract, the student/parent must turn in all homework to the teacher. This is for auditing purposes by the state.
If these procedures are not followed, the contract becomes invalid.
Please contact our Attendance Clerk at (949) 234-5300 to arrange an Independent Study Contract.
Birthday Marquee
Want to announce your child’s special day? Book your scholar's birthday spot on the marquee with Ms. Heidi in the front office. The cost is $35 cash or checks made payable to TC Boosters. We appreciate your support, the funds raised help our scholars! First come first serve basis (max 2 per week).
Purchase your Chromebook protection plan here!
Want to sub… Front Office, Student Supervisor, or Para Educator? Make a little money while your kids are at school? Please see Cassie in the front office, we need you!
CUSD Classified Employment Opportunities
There are many classified career opportunities available in CUSD, if you or someone you know is looking for employment, please let them know. There are also sub opportunities for parents should you choose to help out in open positions until they are filled, see Cassie Pinon in the front office for more information.
Electronic Devices
Electronic devices include, but are not limited to cell phones, calculators, wearable technology, tablets,computers, e-reader, pagers, and cameras. While students may bring electronic devices on campus, these devices must be turned off during class time unless approved by the teacher (including tutorial). Misuse of electronic devices may cause devices to be confiscated and may be considered approval and authorization for an administrator to search the screen and open applications.The school is not responsible for damage or loss of electronic devices.
Having visible access to a cellular phone or any other electronic device during a quiz or test will be considered a violation of the school academic integrity policy.
Recycling
Don’t forget to turn in your recycling..remember we can ONLY accept CA CRV aluminum cans and plastic bottles pre sorted. Please NO glass or trash recycling. Let your child's teacher know the amount that you
PTA UPDATES
Thank You to Our Volunteers and Chairman!
Huge thank you to all of our volunteers this year who have made a big difference at Tijeras Creek! So many parents have donated countless hours to make this such a wonderful school year for our scholars. We appreciate everyone who has volunteered their time to make our events a success this year!
Teacher Favorite Book Auction AND PARKING SPACE AUCTION--ENDS TODAY AT 5PM--Get Your Bids In!
Our teacher's favorite book and reserved parking space auctions END TONIGHT!
We are auctioning off each teacher's favorite children's book! The winner will have a special message inscribed in the book by their teacher. It is the sweetest souvenir of the school year!
Additionally, we will be auctioning off a PRIME PARKING SPACES!
Visit https://new.biddingowl.com/tijerascreekelementary to start bidding! And be sure to check back regularly to make sure you win!
Family Dine Out--Wednesday, May 8th at The Counter, Ladera Ranch
Skip the dishes and meet up with your Tijeras Creek buddies at The Counter in Ladera Ranch on Wednesday, May 8th! The dine out is open from 4-9 pm. A portion of your purchase price will be returned to Tijeras Creek so be sure to mention Tijeras Creek when you're there! Thank you for your support!
Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week--5/6-5/10
Get ready to show our amazing teachers and staff some love because Teacher Appreciation Week is just around the corner! From May 6th to May 10th, we'll be celebrating the incredible dedication and hard work of our educators. Our teachers and staff go above and beyond every day and we want to make sure they feel appreciated. Room parents, keep an eye on your email for more information on how you can get involved. Also, parents, be on the lookout for a flyer coming home next week detailing the fun theme for each day of Teacher Appreciation Week. Let's make it a week to remember!
Tijeras Creek Spring Fest--Thursday, May 16th--5:30-7:30
Let's celebrate an awesome year of being a Tijeras Creek Tiger! Join us Thursday, May 16th on the Tijeras Creek Blacktop for lots of fun and good eats! In N Out will be available for advanced purchase as well as ice cream, bounce houses, music, balloon art, airbrush tattoos, hair chalk and MORE! More information to follow!
Ticket Sales are now open! $5 per child for entrance to Springfest.
In N Out will be $10 PRESALE ONLY for hamburger, cheeseburger or grilled cheese combo which includes chips and a drink! (PRESALE for IN N OUT CLOSES on 5/8! You will not be able to order In N Out at the event, only presale.)
**Junior High students are only able to attend with a parent. If a parent is not in attendance, they will not be able to attend this event.**
Tickets and Presale: my.cheddarup.com/c/tces-springfest-2024
Order Your School Yearbook
Secure your 2023-24 yearbook by ordering today!
- Visit https://web.treering.com/validate
- Enter School Code 1015265903992112
- Purchase Yearbook online
Custom pages are available to complete through next week!
Celebration Book Club
Thank you to the following scholars for their support of the Celebration Book Club Program and our school library during the month of April and May:
- Sami Nasser: Lucy & Andy Neanderthal: Bad to the Bones
- Rex Ryan: Grumpy Monkey: The Egg Sitter
- Dempsey Ashbran: Antoinette
- Leila Phelps: The Night Diary
- Josemaria Lopez-Castaneda: Who Is Megan Rapinoe?
- Maxine Lutze: Ivy & Bean: What's the Big Idea?
- Natalie Russell: The 39-Story Treehouse
Follow Tijeras Creek PTA on Social Media!
The Tijeras Creek PTA is hard at work on creating some awesome new events for our school community! Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates and save the dates! We are updating regularly with PTA and school events so you won’t want to miss it!