The Toro Times

We are excited to share that our first week of testing was a complete success. Over 95% of students have completed the English portion of the SBAC. This week we will embark on the Math portion of the test. Thank you for your support and encouragement as all of our students practice healthy test-taking skills.

Thank you for your love and appreciation of staff last week. PTO sponsored a wonderful breakfast and we were able to get new YMS Toros shirts as a token of appreciation to all of our dedicated adults on campus.

A very Happy Mother's Day to our Toro Mommas! This includes all who take on the role of mother and caregiver to others--we are grateful for the pivotal role you play in the life of our young scholars.

• May 6-17: SBAC Testing
• May 13-17: Spirit Week
• May 15: Early Release @ 1:00pm
• May 17: Special Olympiad @ Fred Kelly Stadium
• May 20-24: CAST (8th grade science only)
• May 22: Early Release @ 1:00pm
• May 27: No School: Memorial Day Holiday
• May 29: Toro Excellence Awards
• May 29: Toro Excellence Awards
• May 30: 8th Grade trip to Knott's Berry Farm
• May 31: 8th Grade Promotion Dance 5-7pm MPR (students must be through doors by 5:15pm)
• June 5: Minimum Day Release at 12:30pm
• June 6: 8th grade Promotion @ 9:00am
• June 6: Last Day of School Release at 12:30pm

The upcoming SBAC tests in English and Math are not just assessments; they are a gateway to future educational opportunities, helping to identify students' strengths and areas for growth. These exams aim to give students an abiity to draw on multiple content areas, skillls and mindsets to demonstrate proficiency of grade level standards. By participating fully and performing to the best of their abilities, students can open doors to advanced learning programs and academic pathways tailored to their interests and talents. Your encouragement and support play an invaluable role in this important process, helping our students to embrace these opportunities with confidence.

Attendance is especially key during these weeks of testing. Students will get a raffle ticket for each day they are there and a chance to earn a second one for good effort. At the end of the week, we will draw 10 names for chances to win gift cards and other prizes. Please Note* Our Start and End Times will not change during testing"

Knott's Berry Farm Field Trip is May 30

Toro Excellence Awards are May 29 @ 5:30pm

2024 8th Grade Promotion is Thursday, June 6 @ 9:00am

Families, please be sure to remind 8th graders that eligibility to attend 8th grade events is dependent on grades, attendance and behavior per 8th grade contract that was signed and returned 3rd trimester.

Just a reminder that if you have any fines or late items on your account, you will not be able to participate in the end of the year activities until those fines are paid & late items returned. Check with Ms. Bonk if you might have any fines/dues.

To support our Toros earning Toro Tickets for wearing College Shirts on Wednesday, we are collecting donations of new or gently-used college shirts. These items will be available in the Toro Store! Students can redeem Friday Toro Raffle Tickets for College Shirts, use Toro tickets earned, or fill out the QR code in the Toro Store for a chance to win a free one!

We had 10 students selected on Friday by raffle to pick out a college shirt!

Always looking for volunteers to sell nachos after school to help raise funds for the 8th grade dance! Please email President or call front office.

If you have any questions; please email: President Angelica Perez perezgonzalez0409@gmail.com

Thank you for reviewing our school's Cell Phone and Dress Code policies with your student.

We appreciate your support to ensure we are prioritizing an academic and healthy social emotional environment for our students.

Student cell phones are allowed, but must be kept off in and in the backpack at all times. Should a parent or guardian need to contact a student during the school day, they can do so by contacting the main office. Students also have access to the office phones as needed. Students violating the cell phone policy will have their phones confiscated. In the event a student’s cell phone is confiscated, it will be held in the main office and must be picked up by the student’s parent or guardian. LOST or STOLEN personal items are NOT the responsibility of the school to locate or replace.

School uniforms and PE clothes are available for purchase in the front office.

Email: Yorbaprincipal@orangeusd.org
Website: orangeusd.org/yorba
Location: 935 North Cambridge Street, Orange, CA, USA
Phone: 714-997-6161
Facebook: facebook.com/yorbamiddleschool
Twitter: @yorba_DrLuther & @yorba_toros