Perdew Pioneers

Happy October! I want to take a moment to reflect on the wonderful start to the school year. It has been an absolute joy to see our students settling into their routines, making new friends, and embracing learning with such enthusiasm.

October brings with it a season of growth and transformation—not only in nature but also in our classrooms. Our teachers have been working diligently to foster curiosity and creativity, and it’s been inspiring to see the excitement in our students’ eyes as they explore new concepts and ideas.

This month, we are looking forward to our PTA Fall Festival, an event that brings our school community together. Our focus is not just about schoolwork but about building community, strengthening connections, and celebrating the unique spirit of our school. We value your partnership and are grateful for your continued support, whether through volunteering, attending family conferences, participating in meetings, or simply encouraging your child each day.

As we move through this beautiful season of change, I encourage you to continue engaging with us. Together, we can make this school year a memorable and successful one for every student.

Wishing you and your family a wonderful October filled with warmth and joy.

This year, students are using their PBIS points to purchase experiences.

Most of the PBIS experiences are 60 points each.

To join or renew your PTA membership use this link:

https://jointotem.com/ca/rancho-cucamonga/perdew-elementary-pta

Your membership supports our school programs and allows you to vote at all PTA Association Meetings! Friends and family are welcome to join and support our school PTA.

See flyer for details on how to connect to our district and school's communication platform.

Click on this GOOGLE FORM LINK if you are interested in volunteering in or school library:

Perdew Elementary School has implemented a “no food items” approach to celebrating birthdays within the school day. Teachers will acknowledge birthdays in a special way such as a birthday crown, singing happy birthday, allowing a child to share a special book with the class, etc.

You are more than welcome to bring in non-food birthday celebrations items that can easily be distributed at the end of class.

Reasons for this change include health concerns and loss of instructional time. Many of our students have health concerns related to food, including allergies, obesity, diabetes, and sensitivities to dyes.

Thank you for supporting us in our efforts to keep students healthy and maximize learning time at school.

Families can access lost & found items, before and after school, through the front gate area between the Office and MPR.

https://www.etiwanda.k12.ca.us/page/academic-calendars

This is the hub for many useful resources, including:

• Teacher Webpages
• School Activity and Event Information
• Aeries Portal Links
• Important Student Links
• Anonymous Bully Reporting
• District resources

School Hours

Every Monday: 8:15 AM-1:15 PM (Grades K-5)

Tuesday-Friday: 8:15 AM-2:45 PM (Grades K-5)

Preschool AM: 7:40-10:40AM (Tuesday-Friday) (NO Preschool on Mondays)

Preschool PM: 11:20AM-2:20PM (Tuesday-Friday) (NO Preschool on Mondays)

TK AM: 8:05 AM-11:25 AM

TK PM: 11:25 AM-2:45 PM

School Office Hours

7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

School Phone #

(909) 803-3316

Absence Reporting Phone #

(909) 803-3018

Assistant Principal: Dr. Rayna Prothro Email: rayna_prothro@etiwanda.org

Administrative Assistant: Audra Patrick Email: audra_patrick@etiwanda.org

Attendance Clerk: Brittany Bencomo Email: brittany_bencomo@etiwanda.org

Health Clerk: Email: Toni Trostle Email: toni_trostle@etiwanda.org

https://www.edjoin.org/esd