There will be No School and the front office will be closed October 9 through October 13 for Fall Break!

School resumes on Monday, October 16th!

Wishing all of our CREW a relaxing and safe break!

A Special Shoutout to Our Awesome Custodial Team!

October 2nd marked Custodial Workers Recognition Day, and we couldn't let it pass without sending a huge THANK YOU to Ms. Marla and Mr. Francisco. Your dedication and hard work keep Sam Hughes shining bright. From the entire Sam Hughes CREW, thank you for making our school a tidy and beautiful place to learn and grow!

A special thank you to Ilianna and Elias' dad, Robert Caballero, for organizing the Courtyard Garden Box construction last Saturday. They look great and will help us grow vegetables for years to come!!

Also, we are grateful for all the families who came out to our first workday of the year- the families of Ramona and Baker, Jayce, Mabel, Frank and Fox, Aria, Baylee and Micah, Mateo, Imogene and Emery. And we had a generous neighbor, Hope, who came and worked hard alongside our families. What a crew!!

Talent Showcase Info: Join the REMIND group if your child wants to register. ALL REGISTRATION is ONLINE.

See attached INFO Flyer on how to join the 2023 Talent Showcase REMIND group! (see attachment)

OMA Website: Don't forget to check it out! https://sites.google.com/tusd1.org/hughesoma

This month we are talking about Responsibility. One way to define Responsibility is “taking action and understanding the impact of our choices.” Taking action can mean doing the right thing or completing the tasks you have been assigned. Understanding the impact of our choices means that our actions matter. Positive and responsible actions can help people and irresponsible actions can hurt others.

Responsibility is 1 of 3 traits we will focus on throughout the year that helps students Be Strong.

Throughout the school, students will be developing skills like focusing, organizing, and goal-setting.

Sam Hughes Elementary Spellathon Alert! Join us from October 16th to November 6th for our first fundraiser of the year. Students, gear up to "Learn & Earn"! Keep an eye out for spelling words arriving next week to practice over fall break. Once the fundraiser site goes live, rally pledges from loved ones, ace those spelling tests, and help raise funds for our school.

The Scholastic Book Fair is Back! Oct 30th - Nov 3rd

Good news, Sam Hughes Families! The beloved Scholastic Book Fair is making its return to our school an we're calling on our CREW to help make this event a success!

Want to help out? Every hand helps in making this event a success! Visit the front office to sign up as a volunteer or simply drop us an email at samhughespta@gmail.com.

PTA PARTICIPATION - We’re all in this together! Join, Volunteer & Contact Us...

• Join PTA: Sign-up and pay dues in-person or on our website here.
• Volunteer: Our committee list can be found here & sign-up sheets are in the front office.
• Subscribe to the PTA newsletter: Stay up to date on all PTA events & news here - even if you’re not a member!
• Donate: PTA funds directly support our school and students! Donate here.
• Keep in Touch: Visit us at samhugheselementary.org or e-mail us at samhughespta@gmail.com.

Do you have knack for tax law or hold a CPA title?

Our school's Tax Credit Committee could use you expertise. We're looking to understand school tax credits better and find engaging ways to encourage more parents to participate.

Why get involved?

• Make a difference in our school community
• Help us brainstorm effective ways to inspire parents about the tax credit program.
• Demystify the tax credit allocation process for parents, showcasing how easy and beneficial it is.
• Collaborate with a dedicated group of teachers and parents focused on our students' success.

Can you help us make the most of tax credits and get our parent community involved?

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we'd love to hear from you!

Reach out to us at: samhughespta@gmail.com

Each year TUSD asks that we gather feedback from our communities regarding Family Engagement.

The purpose of this survey is to gather feedback from our families regarding their engagement and satisfaction within our school communities. By obtaining our families input, we can identify areas of strength and target areas for improvement.

Please take a moment to use the QR Code above to complete the survey.

Our yearbook is in the making and we want to showcase all the memorable moments we share this year! We're reaching out to our amazing CREW to help us collect photos that capture the spirit of Sam Hughes.

Whether it's a fun class activity, a school event, or just some candid moments with friends, we'd love to see them all!

Please send photos to: hughesyearbookphotos@gmail.com

By contributing your photos, you're helping us create a yearbook that truly represents our community. Let's collaborate to make this year's yearbook unforgettable!

Schedule of Classes and Events for October:

https://www.smore.com/3wp1d

Thank you for sending a refillable water bottle with your student each day. Water fountains are available for students to refill their water bottles as needed. We are encouraging students to stay well hydrated, especially with the temperatures as high as they have been.

Please be sure your student's name is clearly labeled on the bottle, thank you!

Sam Hughes PTA has a new board this year -- with Rose Hagood as President, Raquel Salgado as Vice President, Elizabeth McDonnell as Treasurer and Olivia Alicea as Secretary!

Come to a PTA Meeting!

The Sam Hughes PTA meets about once a month at 6:00 pm in the courtyard or library, depending on weather. It's a great way to meet other parents and stay on top of everything happening at school. Kiddos are welcome to come along! At meetings we plan events and keep everyone up to date on the latest news. Families are encouraged to give feedback and ask questions.

2023-24 Meeting Schedule

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October 24, 2023

November 30, 2023

January 17, 2024

February 12, 2024

April 18, 2024

Come on down - we'd love to see you!

• 9th-13th No School- Fall Break
• 16th- Nov 5 Sam Hughes Spellathon
• 24th PTA Meeting 6:00pm
• 25th No School- Professional Learning Day!
• 31st Happy Halloween- Costume Parade (More details to come)

• 3rd Stories that Soar! Performance- 9:00am in the courtyard
• 6th CREW Assembly 9:00am in the courtyard
• 10th No School Veteran's Day
• 14th Principal and PTA Office Hours 8:15-9:00 in the Library
• 16th Site Council Meeting 4pm
• 23rd-24th No School Thanksgiving Recess
• 30th PTA Meeting 6pm

• 4th CREW Assembly, 9:00am in the courtyard
• 14th OMAPalooza in the courtyard
• 22nd No School - Grading Day
• 25th- Jan 5th No School Winter Break