Volume 5 Issue 22
It was a great week to be a Maverick. 😀 Maverick Hangout was on Wednesday and Mrs. Dove received her grant from the Rotary. In addition, our high school oceanography students did a fascinating dissection pictured that analyzed the bolus of an albatross. The dissection allowed students to identify the impact of polution in our oceans via the bolus. One of the bolus even had a lighter!
Be sure to mark your calendars and join us for our Principal/Counselor Coffee this Wednesay at 8:30 am. See below for more details.
This week's background features pictures from this month's Maverick Hangout. It was a celebration of the new year, pizza, and lots of fun.
As always, if you have any questions, concerns, or compliments, please reach out to Mr. Fineberg, our principal, at efineberg@tustin.k12.ca.us.
Principal's Message...
Next Wednesday, February 7th, we will be having our monthly Principal/Counselor Coffee. This month, we are looking at a slightly different format. We'll continue to have the delicious coffee and tasty pastries available compliments of our PTA, but will be adding an opportunity for parents to have a Q and A with Mrs. Wijnhamer and Mr. Fineberg. We will be responding to questions submitted prior to the meeting using this link as well as a presentation on Growth Mindset. Please take a moment to share your questions as well as mark your calendars to attend either in person or virtually.
For our seniors, it's time to start thinking about graduation. Parents and students mark your calendar for Thursday, May 30th at 3 pm at the stadium at Tustin High School. There are no tickets as all are invited to celebrate our grads.
Additionally, as mentioned last week, you should have received a communication from TUSD about an LCAP Family Survey. The information gained from the survey goes a long way in our TUSD's planning and financial expenditures. It's critical that our voice is heard and the best way to do that is to complete the survey. For instructions on accessing and filling out the survey please click the link: English / Spanish
Lastly, we are excited to announce that the second of two e-vehicle Safety Presentations is scheduled for February 20 @ 5 pm @ Pioneer Middle School. The presentation is designed for students planning to ride an e vehicle to school and will include the opportunity to purchase a permit for $5 which will be required for students who ride an e-vehicle. See the flyer for more information.
As always, if you have any questions, compliments, ideas, and/or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out at (714) 430-2052 ext. 52103 or efineberg@tustin.k12.ca.us. Have a great weekend.
Mr. Fineberg
✍️ Elementary Information ✍️
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Trimester 2 Assessments: The second trimester ends on February 23rd. In the upcoming weeks, staff will be assessing student progress for the upcoming report cards. Please make sure your child attends all required class times so as not to miss these important assessments. If your child is sick, please contact us as soon as possible so we can arrange for a time to make up what was missed in class.
Weekly Schedule: There are no changes to the weekly schedule at the K-8 campus. Students will continue to attend on their assigned day(s) in-person as well as virtually along with the additional office hours time. If your student has scheduled 1:1 or small group time with the teacher or one of our aides, that time is required, and attendance is recorded.
School Readiness Parent Education Opportunities: Our School Readiness Department offers monthly meetings for parents on topics specific to our younger students. Please check out the flyers for topics that may be of interest to you or your family each month. English Spanish
😃Middle School Information😃
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Tobacco Prevention Contest: All 6-12 students are invited to be a part of encouraging voices in promoting a healthy lifestyle and saying NO to tobacco by taking part in a poster contest. Rules and Requirements can be found at bit.ly/3Pnq2M8. Top designs will be sent to the District Office for a chance to win BIG prizes? Posters and Designs are due by Feb. 2nd.
Weekly Schedule: There are no changes to the weekly schedule at the K-8 campus. Students will continue to attend on their assigned day(s) in-person as well as virtually along with the additional office hours time. If your student has scheduled 1:1 or small group time with the teacher or one of our aides, that time is required, and attendance is recorded.
7th/8th Graders Optional In-Person Time: These meetings will return to in-person opportunities for students when we return from break. The meetings will continue to be located in the 7th/8th grade classroom on Tuesdays from 1-3 pm.
TPSF Logo Contest: TPSF is sponsoring the Dino Dash 2024 logo contest for middle and high school students in TUSD. Students have an opportunity to design a logo for the 2024 Dino Dash. The winning logo will be selected by the Dino Dash Steering Committee.
- The winning artist will receive a $500 prize!
- The winning artist’s teacher/department will receive a $500 prize!
- The design is due to TPSF by February 28, 2024!
All submissions are due to TPSF online by February 28, 2024. Check out the rules for more information. Thank you and good luck!
👍 High School Information 👍
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Senior Cap and Gowns: Hello Seniors. It's time to get your cap and gown. Check out the flyer for more information. If you haven't done so already, be sure to order your cap and gown no later than March 15th. All students will need a cap and gown, so please contact the office if you would like or need support.
ATTENTION JUNIORS: This is a great opportunity for all current juniors to gain real-world, industry based experience through in-person, hybrid, or virtual intrenships. Check out the flyer to learn more about this great summer opportunity to earn credits and amazing experience.
Scholarships from Tustin Public Schools Foundation: The Tustin Public Schools Foundation administers sixteen scholarships and all applications may be found online with this link. All completed applications need to be submitted to TPSF by March 1.
The deadline for all applications for scholarships is March 1, 2024.
More Scholarships for Seniors: The Rotary Club of Tustin-Santa Ana- six scholarships for students attending two-year or four-year schools. Each scholarship is $500 or $1,000. The deadline to apply is 2/20 by 9:00PM. Application link
The Dollars for Tustin Scholars - four $6,000 scholarships to students attending four-year schools. Each scholarship is for $1,500 annually for 4 years. This is the largest scholarship available by a local organization.
Website- Application available online beginning Monday, 1/29/24.
PTA Round Up
Hello Maverick Families,
Next Wednesday, February 7th at 6 pm is our first PTA Meeting of the 2024 year. We will be reviewing the budget, discussing upcoming events through the current school year, and looking to add board members to our PTA Executive Board. Please come a nd checkout ways you can get involved. The link for the meeting is: https://tustinusd-org.zoom.us/j/85320757256
TC Spirit Wear is on sale! Visit the website https://www.tustinconnectpta.com/spirit-wear to get yours today! We have them in stock just purchase them and pick them up! You can order online via our website and show your receipt to the office, or you can bring cash or check to the office made out to PTA.
- T-shirt $10
- Dri-fit $15
- Jammie Pants $30
If you are interested in getting involved, we'd love the help! Please contact the office and we can connect you to our PTA. You can also reach out to our PTA President, Ziggy McBride via email at ziggy.mcbride@gmail.com.
Counselor Corner: Resources and link to workshops and more!!!
We are looking forward to seeing you all at this Month's Principal/Counselor Coffee at 8:30 am on Wednesday, February 7th. We will be covering student Mindsets and have a Q and A opportunity for families as well. You can meet us in person at the K-8 campus or join via Zoom using this link. You can submit questions using this link.
Stay tuned for new small groups starting across all grade levels when we return from break.
Check out Mrs. Wijnhamer's Monthly Counselor Newsletter.
Our Counselor and Mental Health team have a great website with lots of resources to check out.
Free Online Tutoring Available for K-12 Students
Brainfuse HelpNow is an on demand, anytime, anywhere eLearning platform available for all ages and levels. Last week, it was announced that every Californian can now access free online tutoring available 24/7 through a new initiative offering homework help in every K-12 subject and skill-building resources for K-12 and adult learners.
Real-time homework assistance can now be accessed 24/7 here and on the websites of any of the 1,130 local public libraries around the state – click on the “HelpNow” link to reach a one-on-one tutor. The pilot program led by the State Library offers assistance in Math, Language Arts, and other core K-12 subjects in English, Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, and Tagalog. There’s no age limit to who can use the service. Adult learners can also access writing assistance, citizenship resources and other tools.
SORA Virtual Texts Collections
TUSD Resource Sora Summer Read
Sora Sweet Reads in an annual summer reading program designed for schools to encourage students to keep reading all year long. "Check out" the free collection of simultaneous use juvenile and young adult ebooks (and select audiobooks).
Login to Sora to access these and many any other great ebooks and audiobooks all summer long through Clever, TUSD Student Portal or soraapp.com using your TUSD Google login and password.
Student Request - SORA books – Here is a link to a Google Doc to send suggestions and recommendations for new books for our collections!!
Technology Questions/Needs - There's Help Available!
Important Upcoming Dates - Please check our school Website Calendar for all the latest!
February 2: Tobacco Prevention Contest entries due
February 7: Principal/Counselor Coffee 8:30 in-person or virtual
February 7: PTA Meeting Link to Attend 6 pm
February 9: School Site Council Meeting #3 (all are able to join via Zoom) @ 8:30 am
February 12 & 19: No School - Presidents' Days
February 20: E-Vehicle Presentation
February 23: End of Trimester 2 (K-5)
Our Mission
Email: efineberg@tustin.k12.ca.us
Website: www.tustinconnect.org
Location: (K-8) 14741 North B Street; (9-12) 1151 San Juan Street
Phone: (714) 430-2052
Twitter: @tustinconnect