TVUSD COMMUNITY CONNECTION

🍎 This #SchoolLunchHeroDay, we honor the incredible Nutrition Services staff who are at the heart of our school communities. From the moment our students step into the cafeteria, these dedicated individuals offer more than nourishment — 🌟 they offer a sense of belonging and support. Their work fuels learning, lifts spirits, and creates a space where every student feels seen and ❤️ cared for.

🙌 School Lunch Heroes, your kindness, care, and commitment leave a lasting mark on our students and our schools. We are so grateful for you! 👏🏻

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This video, produced by TVHS CTE Media Arts student Luna Meyers, captures the spirit of Empty Bowls—a community charity event where guests enjoy a simple meal of soup and bread, served in handcrafted bowls made by TVHS and CHS ceramics students. A $15 donation not only supports Mission Hope but allows each person to take home one of these unique bowls as a lasting reminder of those who face hunger every day.

🎥 Watch, share, and help spread awareness. Together, we can fill empty bowls.

Students at Vail Ranch Middle School completed their bike/e-bike safety course and received their official district registration sticker — giving them the green light to park on campus.

Huge thanks to our amazing partners: @RSO, @CityofTemecula, @BikeTemeculaValley, and @CaughtWithYourHelmetOn for supporting safer streets and smarter riders.

We’re excited to see how this program boosts e-bike/bike/scooter safety and keeps our students riding responsibly.

#TVUSDSafeRider #BikeSmart #EbikeSafety #TemeculaVibes #CaughtWithYourHelmetOn

Tiffany Minor and her student, James, one year post her kidney donation and his life-changing surgery at Radys Children's Hospital. (Photo Credit: Tiffany Minor)

TEMECULA, CA — Donating an organ, even one you can live without, is a big decision. For Temecula Special Education teacher Tiffany Minor, donating her kidney to a student in need was nothing but a "blessing," she said. "God had his hand on this; the odds of being a match are pretty low."

This week, Minor and the boy she donated her kidney to, James, along with others, celebrated their success as one of the 11 kidney transplant patients in 2024 at Rady Children's Hospital. She recalled the fall day in 2023 at Crowne Hill when she noticed James, who was not doing well at that time.

"I noticed him sitting on a beanbag, not really doing much. I said as much to his dad, and he told me he was really struggling. He was on dialysis," she said. "So I asked what I could do to look into becoming a donor and started on the path."

Minor spent the next five months learning how to become a living kidney donor for James, and if possible, she could be a match for him.

On Valentine's Day, 2024, she learned she was a match. The pair went into surgery two weeks later, on March 1, she said. Since that time, James has transformed into a happy, healthy boy.

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Former Great Oak distance runner and recent New York University Tisch School of the Arts graduate Zoé Medranda is bringing the grit, heart, and legacy of GOHS cross country and track to the screen in her debut docuseries, Stride for Stride. This intimate, all-access four-part series follows Great Oak's top boys distance athletes as they chase down long-standing records set nearly a decade ago—records that still echo in the halls and on the track of their storied program. With a unique lens shaped by her own time on the team, Medranda captures not just the pursuit of greatness, but the weight of legacy and the daily grind of student-athletes striving to rise above it. Episodes 1 and 2 are now live, offering a raw and inspiring glimpse into the 2024 track season—morning practices, time trials, setbacks, and all.

Follow Zoé’s journey behind the camera on Instagram and YouTube: @lifeofzzoe - and stay tuned for the final two episodes as the season reaches its dramatic finish.

What does it really take to bridge the gap between education and the workforce? In this insightful Community Roundtable episode, JDS Creative Academy spotlights how internships unlock real-world experience, build talent pipelines, and shape future-ready professionals. Our very own Jenni Huter, CTE Work-Based Learning and Outreach Facilitator, and Sherrell Moore, a City of Temecula extern, share stories, strategies, and the surprising ripple effects of hands-on learning opportunities.

The GOHS cybersecurity team had the honor of presenting their winning Cyber Cup trophy to the Mayor during the April 22nd City Council Meeting.

On March 8th, TVUSD CTE students once again showcased their technical expertise and problem-solving skills at the Inland Empire Mayors Cyber Cup, sweeping the high school division and securing the championship in the middle school division.

GOHS secured both 1st and 3rd place, while TVHS claimed 2nd, completing a clean sweep for TVUSD in the high school competition. Their success ensures that the prestigious two-countywide trophy will remain in Temecula at City Hall for another year. Meanwhile, in the middle school division, BVMS captured 1st place.

This competition challenges students with real-world cybersecurity scenarios, testing their ability to analyze network traffic, assess web application vulnerabilities, decode encrypted messages, and even deconstruct software to identify security flaws. The event pushes participants to think critically and act decisively—essential skills in an increasingly digital world.

These victories are a testament to the dedication and talent of TVUSD’s young cyber defenders. As digital threats continue to evolve, these students are proving they have what it takes to tackle complex security challenges—not just in competition but in the future of cybersecurity itself.

Congratulations to all our Mayors Cup champions! Your hard work and innovation continue to make TVUSD proud.

"Appreciation can make a day, even change a life. Your willingness to put it into words is all that is necessary." - Margaret Cousins

The TVUSD Community High Five Program is designed to empower and encourage the community to acknowledge and appreciate the dedicated employees of the district. This program serves as a platform for parents, students, and local residents, to recognize and celebrate the relentless commitment and hard work put forth by district employees.

Fill out this quick form, and the Communications Department will create and send a digital certificate to the employee for their hard work. As an added recognition, one employee will be selected each month as a "Community High Five Spotlight," and their shout-out will be recognized in a future edition of the Community Connection.

This update is REQUIRED FOR ALL STUDENTS RETURNING TO TVUSD FOR THE 25/26 SCHOOL YEAR.

Any student who does not have a completed Annual Update:

• may not be enrolled in a class for the 25/26 school year
  
• may not receive a schedule
  
• and may not be able to participate in school business days in August.
  

It is imperative that all families complete the Annual Family Update as soon as possible to prevent any delay in your child's enrollment for the next school year.

Click the links below for RETURNING STUDENT ANNUAL UPDATE INSTRUCTIONS:

If you have a child in your family who will be NEW to TVUSD for the 25/26 school year, you must complete the New Student Enrollment process. Click HERE for New Student Enrollment instructions.

TVUSD is thrilled to announce its very first Back to School Family Engagement Conference, a day packed with valuable information, inspiration, and connection!

This FREE event is exclusively for ALL TVUSD parents/guardians (registration required), and we can’t wait for you to be a part of it! You’ll have the chance to attend content-specific breakout sessions, where you can choose the topics that best match your family’s experience and needs within TVUSD.

Registration opens the first week of May—stay tuned for more details! In the meantime, we’d love your input! Help us ensure we’re offering the most relevant and engaging topics for our families by completing this short survey. Your feedback will directly influence the sessions and resources we plan to offer.

Students are preparing to begin the California Assessment of Student Progress and Performance (CAASPP) in the following weeks. All 3rd-8th and 11th graders will be participating in state testing in the coming weeks. School sites will communicate test schedules with parents via their regular school newsletters. Please avoid making appointments during the testing weeks as it is extremely important your child is at school, testing in their regular classroom environment.

As TVUSD begins planning for the 25/26 school year, we would appreciate it if you could take a moment to let us know if your child(ren) WILL NOT be returning for next school year. If your student(s) will be continuing their enrollment within any TVUSD school, there is no need to complete the questionnaire. We appreciate your time. The school sites will be reaching out to families with the formal withdrawal process.

📣 Is your little one ready to take their first step into learning? Give your child the best start with TVUSD’s TK program.

➡️ TK is a wonderful way for young learners to build confidence, make friends, and develop essential skills that prepare them for Kindergarten and beyond. 🎒✨

➡️ Children who turn 4 by September 1, 2025 are eligible to attend! 🌟

📲 Enroll today for the 25-26 school year and watch them thrive! 📚🍎

🔗 https://www.tvusd.k12.ca.us/tk-enrollment

Thank you to our amazing community partners who have supported the TVUSD Attendance Challenge!

🖐️ This week's Staff High Five spotlight is Alba Pineda, Autism Specialist in the Special Education Department. 🤗 "She truly cares about each and every student, each and every teacher, and about creating the most positive and productive learning environments possible." 🙌 #tvusdstaffhighfive #tvusdelevates#tvusdstaffhighfive #tvusdelevates @tvusd.parentcenter

Care Solace's care navigation services are confidential and complimentary to TVUSD students, staff, and their families. Care Solace's team is available 24/7/365 and can support you in any language.

• Call 888-515-0595
• Visit www.caresolace.com/tvusdfamilies and either search on your own OR click "Book Appointment" for assistance by video chat, email, or phone.

🧠 Mental Health & 💊 Substance Abuse: Find community-based providers & secure appointments.

🍲 Food Assistance: Access food pantries, home delivery meal programs, and government/non-profit programs.

🏠 Shelter Support: Find transitional housing, shelters, and housing programs.

🏥 Community Health Services: Connect with low-cost or free medical and dental care, female health services, and preventative care.

Catch up on past newsletters by visiting the Community Connection Newsletter Archive webpage or by clicking this link to view our newsletters in the Smore Archive Folder.

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