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Volume 6 Issue 6
Trunk or Treat is coming!!! Families were sent a link with additional details as well as a place to RSVP to attend as well as if you are able to host a trunk for students. Please use this link to RSVP! We can't wait to see you there. Get read for some great stuff. Lots of good stuff on the horizon. In addition to Trunk or Treat, we have Maverick Hangout on the 25th, and Principal/Counselor Coffee on the 2nd! Check out all the latest in this week's Tustin Connect News.
Reminder that Dino Dash is coming! Please consider signing up and learn more about this great event at www.tpsf.net/dinodash. We get $10 per registration directly to your child's classroom for regsitering.
This week's background features pictures from 7th grade collaborating on their science work this week on chemical and physical change through their partner quiz, plus it looks like Bryce has gotten herself in a sphere of hoolahoops. 😁
As always, if you have any questions, concerns, or compliments, please reach out to Mr. Fineberg, our principal, at efineberg@tustin.k12.ca.us.
Principal's Message...
For the next few weeks, you'll be hearing all about our Trunk or Treat event. It's one of our favorite events. In addition to some Trunk or Treating, there's a photo booth, carnival games, a costume contest, and pizza to name just a few of the highlights from the night. Please consider being a hosting trunk and pass out candy to our students. An email was sent on Friday at 12:27 to all families with a link to RSVP and to sponsor a trunk.
As mentioned previously, Dr. Johnson, our superintendent, sent an email Tuesday, September 10th regarding a School Facilities Bond-Measure J that will be on the ballot this November. In case you missed it, Please click here to view the Informational Measure J resources hosted on our District’s website. If you are interested in learning more, please don't hesitate to reach out as I am able to provide factual information regarding questions you may have.
If you have any questions, compliments, ideas, and/or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out at (714) 430-2052 ext. 52103 or efineberg@tustin.k12.ca.us.
Mr. Fineberg
PTA Round Up
Hello Maverick Families,
The thermometer continues to creep up! We are just short of $3,000. If you haven't had a chance to contribute please consider supporting our Maverick 180 campaign. The Maverick 180 campaign is the main fundraiser for Tustin Connect.
Trunk or Treat is coming! Please be sure to check your emails as a message went out via Parent Square to RSVP for the event as well as an opportunity to sponsor a trunk for our Trunk or Treating students. It's a great event!
Also, be on the lookout for new spirit wear ordering opportunities as well.
✍️ Elementary Information ✍️
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Reminder about Apps and Log-Ins: Downloading apps is something all students need to do at some point. They will be utilizing different apps throughout the year as part of their assignments. If you have a TUSD iPad, you need to use the Self-Service icon to download the apps. For Google apps, you'll want to sign in with your mytusd.org login to get access. Lastly, for Clever, you will need to sign in with the mytusd.org account as well for them to work. If you run into trouble, feel free to check in with your teacher or the office as well.
Library Visits: Don't forget to come in at 8:10 on Wednesdays to visit the library with Mrs. Vukov! She's a wonderful resource for our students and a great opportunity to explore the various titles in the Estock Library.
Logitech iPad Pencil: If your child would like to check out a digital Logitech pen, please let me know! CLICK HERE for directions on how to use it.
😃Middle School Information😃
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In Person Lab Support: Mondays from 10-12 students have the opportunity for additional support and socialization time. They can get support with their work, meet up with friends to collaborate on projects, or just get a jumpstart on the week.
Pathways to Success Event: The the Annual TUSD event is open to all 6-12 students. It is October 9th at Foothill HS. The event focuses on preparing for a bright future. It includes college admission and preparing for exciting and interesting careers in the modern workforce.
Schedules for 24/25: Just in case, here are the class schedules that were shared at Master Agreement meetings and on our website. Please be sure to check them out.
👍 High School Information 👍
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Pathways to Success Event: Be sure to mark your calendars for October 9th at Foothill HS for the Annual TUSD event focusing on Middle and High School students with a focus on preparing for a bright future. It includes college admission and preparing for exciting and interesting careers in the modern workforce.
Students Riding Bikes/Scooters: We have exciting news for all bike riders and scooter riders. Thanks to a grant from TPSF written by Mrs. Smith, we have a Bike Rack and bike repair station with an air pump as well. It's a great addition to our HS campus and makes it that much more convenient to ride your bike to school.
Counselor Corner: Resources and link to workshops and more!!!
September is Suicide Awareness Month, and we’re hosting an important workshop on suicide prevention for students this coming Monday 9/16. Understanding mental health and knowing how to offer support can make a big difference. We’ll discuss how to recognize warning signs like withdrawal, mood changes, or expressing feelings of hopelessness. It’s important to know that asking someone directly about suicide can be a lifesaving conversation. Join us to learn how to help those in need and to connect with resources such as school counselors and the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (988). Together, we can make a difference.
Mrs. Halili will continue serving our students in Mrs. W's place. We are excited to have her as she shares a wealth of experience and has been cross training to prepare for the transtion over that past couple of weeks. She had a great first full week and we appreciate her sharing her expertise. If you have any questions or would like to speak to Mrs. Halili, she can be found via email at shalili@tustin.k12.ca.us or you can call the office.
As shared last week, our Mental Health Specialist, Mrs. J wanted to share a couple of great resources with our families. She'll be talking more about them in the coming months as Principal/Counselor Coffees get started. In the meantime, this is some great stuff for families.
From Mrs. J:
I wanted to share some free resources available for our students and families.
The first is a free online parenting course tailored to the age and the specific behavioral challenges of the child (0-18 yrs)
The second resource is also free and provides in the moment one on one coaching when the maladaptive behaviors come up as well as tutorials (0-12 yrs)
The positive parenting program that's already used in 40+ U.S. states
Help your kid reach their potential and take on challenges while improving your confidence too - with positive parenting support from Triple P.
https://www.hellobrightline.com/brightlifekids/
BrightLife Kids - A CalHope Program by Brightline
Brightline brings support to kids and families for everyday challenges and behavioral health conditions.
Check out Mrs. Wijnhamer's Monthly Counselor Newsletter.
Our Counselor and Mental Health team have a great website with lots of resources to check out.
Free Online Tutoring Available for K-12 Students
Brainfuse HelpNow is an on demand, anytime, anywhere eLearning platform available for all ages and levels. Last week, it was announced that every Californian can now access free online tutoring available 24/7 through a new initiative offering homework help in every K-12 subject and skill-building resources for K-12 and adult learners.
Real-time homework assistance can now be accessed 24/7 here and on the websites of any of the 1,130 local public libraries around the state – click on the “HelpNow” link to reach a one-on-one tutor. The pilot program led by the State Library offers assistance in Math, Language Arts, and other core K-12 subjects in English, Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, and Tagalog. There’s no age limit to who can use the service. Adult learners can also access writing assistance, citizenship resources and other tools.
SORA Virtual Texts Collections
TUSD Resource Sora Summer Read
Sora Sweet Reads in an annual summer reading program designed for schools to encourage students to keep reading all year long. "Check out" the free collection of simultaneous use juvenile and young adult ebooks (and select audiobooks).
Login to Sora to access these and many any other great ebooks and audiobooks all summer long through Clever, TUSD Student Portal or soraapp.com using your TUSD Google login and password.
Student Request - SORA books – Here is a link to a Google Doc to send suggestions and recommendations for new books for our collections!!
Technology Questions/Needs - There's Help Available!
Important Upcoming Dates - Please check our school Website Calendar for all the latest!
September 25: Maverick Hangout @ 12:30 pm
September 25: TUSD Celebration of Schools
October 2: Principal/Counselor Coffee and PTA Meeting
October 4-6: Tustin Tiller Days Festival and Parade (mention TC at presale and part of price goes back to TC) . Wristbands will be available for purchase from September 3 through October 4 or while supplies last at the Parks and Recreation Department, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, at City Hall. Sale hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00am-5:00pm. All sales will end on Friday, October 4 at 3:00pm.
October 9: Pathways to Success Event
October 15: HS Picture Day
October 16: K-8 Picture Day
October 29: Trunk or Treat
November 3: Dino Dash
Our Mission
Email: efineberg@tustin.k12.ca.us
Website: www.tustinconnect.org
Location: (K-8) 14741 North B Street; (9-12) 1151 San Juan Street
Phone: (714) 430-2052
Twitter: @tustinconnect