Wrapping Up the Year with Gratitude and Joy!
Dear Cypress Families,
What a memorable final week of school we’ve had! It was truly heartwarming to see so many of our families come together to celebrate our incredible Cubs at our Trimester 3 Awards Assembly. Hosting the event indoors allowed for a more intimate setting where each student’s hard work, dedication, and growth could be honored. Thank you for sharing in this special moment and helping us close out the year on such a positive note!
As we head into summer, we encourage you to slow down, soak up the sunshine, and make lasting memories with your loved ones. Whether it's days at the beach, evening bike rides, or backyard adventures, this is the time to reconnect and recharge. Just don’t forget to pack a good book, sneak in some math fact practice, and let creativity flourish—because learning never really takes a break!
We also want to take a moment to wish all our fatherly figures a very Happy Father’s Day! Thank you for the strength, guidance, and love you bring to your families and to our community.
A few friendly reminders as you begin to spot those summer sales:
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Cypress is a uniform school – stock up early to get the best prices!
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Be sure to purchase closed-toe shoes in preparation for the first day.
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The first day of school is Monday, August 18th at 8:15 AM. We can’t wait to welcome you back!
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Don’t forget to complete your Data Confirmation starting August 1st so we can plan ahead. Look for the link on ParentSquare or in your registered email—reminders will follow!
Thank you for an incredible year of learning, partnership, and community. We are so proud of our Cubs and grateful for your continued support.
Have a safe, joyful summer—see you in August!
With appreciation,
Kazuko Tuttle
Principal, Cypress Elementary School
Upcoming Events:
- 8/18: First day of School
- 8/20 Back to School Night
🌞 Cypress Cubs Summer Reading List 🌞
Keep your brain buzzing while you soak up the sun!
📘 Transitional Kindergarten / Kindergarten
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Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? by Bill Martin Jr. & Eric Carle
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Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes by Eric Litwin
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle
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Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin Jr.
📗 1st – 2nd Grade
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Frog and Toad Are Friends by Arnold Lobel
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Henry and Mudge series by Cynthia Rylant
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Amelia Bedelia series by Peggy Parish
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Elephant & Piggie series by Mo Willems
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The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt
📕 3rd – 4th Grade
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Judy Moody series by Megan McDonald
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The Magic Tree House series by Mary Pope Osborne
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Ways to Make Sunshine by Renée Watson
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Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White
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Dog Man series by Dav Pilkey
📙 5th Grade
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Percy Jackson and the Olympians (Book 1: The Lightning Thief) by Rick Riordan
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Wonder by R.J. Palacio
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Front Desk by Kelly Yang
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Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo
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The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate
📖 Reading Tips for the Summer:
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Visit your local library or check out the digital library on your district website.
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Set a goal: 20 minutes of reading a day can make a big difference!
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Read aloud to siblings or parents—or even your pets!
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Keep a journal of books you read and give each one a star rating!
Adventure awaits in the pages of a book—so grab one and get lost in your next story!
