Welcome Back Letter to Families

Class Lists and Room Assignments: Families will receive an email at or after 6:00 p.m. on Monday, 8/26/2024. To ensure you receive this information, please make sure to complete the Online Data Confirmation process.

School Office Hours: 7:15 a.m. - 4:15 p.m., Monday through Friday. Our bell schedule can be found here or on our website.

Closed Campus: The safety of our students and staff is our top priority. To ensure a secure environment for all, Morse will remain a closed campus before, during, and after school. However, we understand the importance of a smooth transition, especially for our youngest students. On the first day of school, August 27, we invite parents to walk their child to class. This will give you a chance to see where your child’s classroom is located and help them feel comfortable with the path they’ll take each day. Starting Wednesday, August 28, we kindly ask that parents say their goodbyes at the car, the valet drop-off, or the gate. Rest assured, our caring staff will be there to assist your child to class if needed, ensuring they feel safe and supported every step of the way.

Parking Lot and Neighborhood Safety: The safety and well-being of our students are our top priorities. We ask all families to follow safety rules when driving in our parking lot and to prioritize safety and courtesy. This will help ensure our parking lot runs smoothly each day and remains a safe place for everyone.

Arrival and Dismissal: Students will walk through gates to their classroom line-up spots where supervision is provided. Gates will open at 7:30 a.m., so we ask that students do not arrive before 7:30, as there is no supervision before that time. Gates will close at 7:50a.m. everyday. Tardy students will enter campus through the front office.

Dismissal Procedures:

• TK and Kindergarten: All TK and Kindergarten students must be picked up at the TK/Kindergarten playground gate by an adult.
• 1st - 6th Grade: Students in grades 1-6 can be picked up either in the valet or in front of the school.
• Walkers: Parents of walkers can wait at the crosswalk or in front of the school.
• Valet Pickup: Students using valet will be escorted to a safe line-up spot and will wait to be called based on their valet pick-up number. Cars will be loaded three (3) at a time. To speed up this process, please create a sign with your student’s name and grade and place it on the passenger side of your dashboard. You may include multiple children on one sign. An optional template is available.
• Bus Zone: Do not park, stop, or unload in the bus zone on Morse Avenue.
• No U-Turns: U-turns are not permitted along Morse Avenue.
• No LEFT turns: Left turns are not permitted when exiting campus during arrival and dismissal.

Once again this year, breakfast and lunch will be available to all students at no charge. Students are also welcome to bring their own lunch. Teachers will take a lunch count each morning. For more information on Nutritional Services and menu options, please visit the district’s website: http://pylusdnutrition.org

Center St & Alta St

Pick up Times: 7:08 AM (TK Late Cats TBD AM *on smaller bus*)

Crowther Ave & Goetz Pl

Pick up Times: 7:04 AM (TK Late Cats TBD AM *on smaller bus*)

Orangethorpe Ave & Partridge St

Pick up Times: 7:00 AM (TK Late Cats TBD AM *on smaller bus*)

150 E Crowther Ave

Pick up Times: 7:04 AM (TK Late Cats TBD AM *on smaller bus *)

Santa Fe Park

Pick up Times: 7:08 AM (TK Late Cats TBD AM *on smaller bus*)

• Ms. Smith - TK Teacher
• Mr. Ferry - 1st Grade Teacher
• Ms. Knutsen - 2nd Grade Teacher
• Dr. Wong - ELD Teacher
• Ms. Miller - Academic Support Teacher
• Mrs. O’Connell - SPED Preschool
• Mrs. Worley - PIP Program (Speech)
• Mrs. Salgado - Psychologist (2 days a week)
• Mrs. Hernandez - Attendance Clerk
• Mr. Ortega - 4-6 Vocal Music Teacher
• Mrs. Alonso - Bilingual Instructional Assistant
• Mrs. Parrilla - SPED Preschool Aide
• Ms. Goodman- SPED Preschool Aide
• Ms. Vandiver - SPED Assistant
• Ms. Smith - SPED Intervention Assistant
• Ms. Egizii - SPED Assistant (Preschool and PIP)
• Miss Magana - Noon Duty Supervisor
• Mrs. Rivera - Noon Duty Supervisor

Please remember the importance of letting our office know if your child will be absent or late so we can keep our records up to date and ensure everyone's safety. Please call our attendance line, 714) 524-6300 and press 3, or use our Report an Absence Form to notify us. Thank you for your cooperation!

1. Missed Lessons = Falling Behind: Even one day can mean missing critical instructions and activities, making it harder for your child to catch up.

2. Impact on Future Success: Consistent attendance is a strong predictor of academic achievement and future opportunities.

3. Building Resilience: Regular attendance teaches your child the value of perseverance and responsibility—essential skills for success in life.

4. Stronger Friendships: Daily presence helps your child develop and sustain friendships, which are crucial for emotional and social development.

5. Healthy Routine: Attending school every day establishes a stable routine, promoting better mental and physical health.

Non-Discrimination Statement: The Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying in all district activities, programs, and employment based upon actual or perceived gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, ethnicity, color, religion, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, immigration status, sex, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, or on the basis of a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups or any other basis protected by law or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. In accordance with AB-1078, this applies to all acts of the governing board and the superintendent of the school district in enacting policies and procedures that govern the local educational agency. The following employees have been designated to handle questions or complaints of alleged discrimination: Employee complaint- Dr. Issaic Gates, Deputy Superintendent, Human Resources (714) 985-8408. Title IX and any other discrimination complaints - Dr. Baldwin Pedraza, Director, Student Services (714) 985-8670, bpedraza@pylusd.org. Title II Coordinator / 504 Coordinator / Americans with Disabilities Act complaints - Dr. Baldwin Pedraza, Director, Student Services (714) 985-8670. Bullying, intimidation complaints - Tonya Gordillo, Administrator, Student Services (714) 985-8671. The mailing address for all compliance officers is 1301 E. Orangethorpe Avenue, Placentia, CA 92870.