Weekly Newsletters
Tijeras Creek Times
December 22, 2025 - January 4 2026
Winter Break
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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:
Welcome to the new year!
I hope you are enjoying a restful break. We look forward to welcoming students and families back to school on Monday, January 5, 2026, as we begin the final stretch of the school year and a season filled with meaningful learning and community events.
Below are several important dates to help with your planning:
- January 13
TK and Kindergarten Round Up Light - January 14
Second Grade STEM After School Class begins - January 20 to January 23
College and Career Week - January 29 to January 31
Musical: Seussical the Musical - February 14 and February 17
No School for Presidents Day observances
I would like to share a special note about our TK and Kindergarten Round Up Light on January 13. This session is designed for families who were unable to attend the December meeting. We will review the same slideshow, provide an overview of our TK and Kindergarten programs, and answer any questions you may have.
We encourage families who missed the first meeting to attend, and we warmly invite you to share this opportunity with friends or neighbors who may be interested in joining Tijeras Creek. Our school is a true community where students are known, supported, and valued as part of a family.
I hope to see you there, and I look forward to a strong and successful start to 2026 together.
Heart of the Tiger for January- self control and determination
In January, our school will focus on the character traits of Self-Control and Determination.
As we begin the new year and enter the state testing season, these traits support students in approaching assessments with focus, persistence, and confidence.
Self-Control is the ability to manage your thoughts, feelings, and actions so you can make good choices, even when something is hard or tempting.
Determination is the ability to keep trying and not give up, even when something is challenging.
Teaching and reinforcing these traits helps equip our students with essential skills for academic success and everyday life.
“He who conquers himself is the mightiest warrior.”
Plato
Let’s have a great break !
Andrew Klinkenberg
Principal, Tijeras Creek Elementary
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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:
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.
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