Weekly Newsletters
Tijeras Creek Times
May 5, 2025 to May 9, 2025
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Mission Statement: “Together we strive to ensure all students will achieve at or above grade level.”
Principal Letter
Fast Finish to the End of the Year.
We are rapidly approaching the end of the 2024-2025 school year. We will have 22 days left of school when we come back on Monday May 5th. There are many end of the year events planned and occurring during this time.
- SBA testing for grades 3-5
- Staff appreciation week May 5 to May 9
- Spring Fest May 15
- Outdoor Science Camp May 27 to May 30
- Last Day of school June 5th.
This is a special time but also an extremely busy part of the year. Keep up to date with your PTA calendar and the weekly communication from the school. There is also our website that provides information to you regarding our events and activities planned. Let’s finish strong!!
Staff Appreciation Week
At Tijeras Creek, our teachers go above and beyond every day, bringing a perfect balance of dedication, creativity, and joy into the classroom. Their hard work does not go unnoticed—from thoughtfully preparing lessons to creating a welcoming environment where every student feels seen, supported, and inspired. With a wonderful mix of fun and professionalism, they make learning exciting and meaningful, helping students grow not just academically, but personally. We are so grateful for their caring hearts and the lasting impact they make in our children’s lives. We recognize the teachers this week and appreciate all their efforts to make Tijeras Creek a wonderful place to learn.
Monday - Kick Off- Classroom Banners
Tuesday - Write On- Bring a colorful Sharpie or Flair pen.
Wednesday - Throwback Threads- students wear 90s attire
Thursday - Say What- students bring a note or homemade card
Friday - Major Props Day- class gift presented to teachers.
Update on SMART Watches on campus
We continue to see concerns related to SMART watches and cell phones being used during the school day for texting, calling, taking photos, and in some cases, academic dishonesty. As a reminder, students are not permitted to use cell phones or SMART watches during school hours.
All necessary communication between students and families from 7:45 a.m. to 2:05 p.m. can be facilitated through the classroom teacher or the front office.
Our school policy is as follows:
- If a student is found using a cell phone or SMART watch during the school day, they will receive one warning.
- After the first warning, the device will be confiscated by a teacher or administrator and returned to the student at the end of the day.
- Repeated violations will result in a parent conference with the principal and the student.
We truly appreciate your support in helping us reinforce healthy boundaries with technology.
"Teachers affect eternity; no one can tell where their influence stops."
— Henry Adams
Let’s have a great week.
Mr. Klinkenberg
Announcements:
CUSD CARES - Safety & Well-Being Expo:
Kinoshita Elementary School will host the Safety & Well-Being Expo on May 2, 2025, from 4:00-7:00 PM.
I-Ready Math Resources
If you are looking for more information regarding our I-Ready Math curriculum. Please use the following link. This link provides links and understanding of the program.
i-Ready Math Curriculum Family Resources: Please open this LINK for information about family resources for our recently adopted math curriculum.
Food & Nutrition News for the month of May
Interactive menus with allergens, ingredients, and nutrition information can be found on our website capistrano.healtheliving.net
Saddleback College for Kids - Summer 2025
Saddleback College Community Education’s annual College For Kids program is back … and better than ever! Classes are available for kiddos ages 5-17 and include a variety of offerings such as sports, STEM, art, and more!
Check out our digital brochure below – all Class ID#s are clickable and will take you directly to our registration site.
Recycling Contest:
Remember we are having classroom contests for the “most recycling” winners.
- Accepted: CA CRV aluminum cans and plastic bottles pre-sorted
- Not Accepted: Glass or trash recycling
- Use white/clear bags and inform your child’s teacher of the amount.
- Make sure you email your teacher the number of bottles/cans you donated.
Birthday Shout Out on Marquee:Celebrate in style! Make your scholar'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. Contact Heidi in the front office to reserve your spot and make the moment magical.