Weekly Newsletters
Tijeras Creek Times
December 8 - 12, 2025
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Mission Statement: “Together we strive to ensure all students will achieve at or above grade level.”
“Together We Rise”
Principal Letter:
TK/Kindergarten Round- Up December 9
With the School of Choice window opening in January, we have moved our TK and Kindergarten Round Up to December 9. This event is a valuable opportunity for families to learn more about Tijeras Creek Elementary and the programs designed to support your child’s success.
Tijeras Creek is a small community school that prioritizes
• Academic excellence
• Social emotional learning
• A strong sense of belonging
• Academic excellence
• Social emotional learning
• A strong sense of belonging
Our dedicated staff is committed to creating meaningful and engaging learning experiences for every student. Representatives from our PTA, YMCA, our before and after school program, and Saddleback College, an after school enrichment program, will be available to share information and answer questions.
We look forward to welcoming you and hope you will consider joining the Tijeras Creek family.
Round Up Schedule
• Kindergarten: 9:00 to 10:00 in the MPR (tour to follow after presentation)
• Transitional Kindergarten: 10:15 to 11:00 in the MPR (tour to follow after presentation)
• Kindergarten: 9:00 to 10:00 in the MPR (tour to follow after presentation)
• Transitional Kindergarten: 10:15 to 11:00 in the MPR (tour to follow after presentation)
Filling Bucket Initiative
We are working on acknowledging those that have performed a good word, service, or act which resulted in “filling a person’s bucket” and bringing a smile to that certain someone. We have created buckets that will be hanging in front of the MPR which are written by students and staff that have had their bucket filled. If you are on campus, stop by and read some of the “bucket fillers” .
In the month of December, we are working on the character trait of “cooperation”. We want to work together to do provide the following skills to our students
- Apply skills such as listening, sharing, and taking turns
- Work collaboratively toward common goals
- Contribute to a respectful and productive classroom environment
Thank you for reinforcing this at home also.
“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”
African proverb
Andrew Klinkenberg
Principal, Tijeras Creek Elementary
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Revised CUSD Board Policy regarding Mobile devices on campus
To support the instructional day of students in grades TK-8, students will not be permitted to
access their mobile communication devices during the day unless the use of the device is permitted per Education Code.
Mobile communication devices shall be silenced and put away from the first bell to the last bell of the instructional day.
Here is a link to the Board policy .
College and Career Fair needs YOU !
Tijeras Creek is preparing for our third annual Tijeras Creek Career Fair on Friday, January 23rd.
If you are interested in participating in the fair and presenting your career to our students, please complete the following form:
Office Hours: 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
Reminder: Please do not drop off students before 7:30 a.m.
As a friendly reminder, please do not drop off students before 7:30 a.m. Staff supervision is not available until that time, and for their safety, students should not be left unattended on school grounds. Thank you for your cooperation!
Birthday Shout Out on Marquee
Celebrate in style! Make someone's birthday unforgettable with a personalized marquee shoutout. For just $35, surprise them with a special message that lights up the day!
Payable by cash or check to TC Boosters. (Only 2 spots available per week)
Contact Heidi, helbrie@capousd.org to reserve your spot and make the moment magical.
CUSD Qustodio App and Online Safety Hub
The District has two valuable resources to help ensure students' safety and well-being online: the Capistrano Unified School District’s Online Safety Hub and the Qustodio Parent App.Learn more by watching the Qustodio Online Safety Video
Food & Nutrition News
Interactive menus with allergens, pictures, and nutrition information can also be found on the Food & Nutrition website capistrano.healtheliving.net
CUSD Hiring Fair
CUSD Hiring Fair will be held Monday February 2, 2026 from 9:00 am - 11:30 am. Please see flyer for details.
YMCA
Are you looking for a safe, fun-filled program? Enroll in the Tijeras Creek YMCA today! The YMCA program is located right on your school campus, offering TK-5th grade students full-time and part-time options to fit your family’s needs.Program Highlights
Mayra Reynoso, Director
- Hours are 6:45am-6:00pm
- Full Time and Part Time options available
- Located on school campus
- Highly-qualified staff
- Academic enrichment
- STEM curriculum/ Student Clubs (e.g. Cooking, Art, eSports, Photography)
- Service learning projects
- Financial assistance available!
Mayra Reynoso, Director