Tustin Connect News
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Volume 6 Issue 37
We are heading into our final week of classes. As a reminder, there is no school and the office will be closed on Friday for Memorial Day. We had a lot going on this week. We had K-7 Awards Ceremony, Senior Breakfast, and 8th grade promotion.
This week's background features pictures from the Senior Breakfast, 8th grade promotion, 5th graders promotion to MS. Super fun stuff.
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...
It is truly the final countdown to the school year. As we prepare for our High School Graduation on Thursday, many of our high schoolers are already finished! School final grades will be available on June 2nd via the Aeries Parent Portal. Our middle school and elementary students have the last week of assignments to complete in order to finish the year strong. Next week's newsletter will give you all the details for next year. If you haven't done so already, many of our returning students will complete their Master Agreement meeting with their advisory teachers before we go to summer break. If you don't have the meeting before break, your advisory teacher will reach out to families prior to the first day of school next year, typically during the 2nd week of August. The office will be open throughout the summer with Ms. Juana at the high school campus. Have a great final week of school!
Sincerely,
Erick Fineberg, Principal
Tustin Connect K-12 Blended Learning School
PTA Round Up
It's official!
The PTA Board officially elected their officers. Here are your 2025/26 PTA Board Members.
Amber Weiser - President
Tiffany Harris – Treasurer
Analee Bradley – Auditor
Veronica Mata – Secretary
Having an active PTA allows us to support our students and staff through events, field trips, graduations, and more. But none of it is possible without volunteers like you.
If you're interested in learning more or getting involved, please reach out to me at ambermweiser@gmail.com or 949-521-2364.
Thank you for your continued support and have a wonderful week!
Warmly,
Amber Weiser
PTA President, Tustin Connect
ambermweiser@gmail.com
949-521-2364
✍️ Elementary Information ✍️
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Class Schedule for Last Week: On Tuesday, 2nd-6th grade students will have class from 9-12 noon. Wednesday is Sport Dress up day as well as the walking field trip for 4th - 6th graders through Old Town Tustin and the farmer's Market. For 2-3 students, students will come to school from 9:00-11:00 am. and K-1 is from 9-12 pm. The last day of Friday Enrichment for K-3 will be on Zoom on May 30 from 1:00-1:30 pm. there will be a "Virtual Last Day Party" for anyone who is available to join in! K-6 Schedule
Monday: No school
Tuesday: 2nd-6th grade 9 AM-12 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM-11 AM (K-1-until 12 noon)
Thursday: K-1 9 AM-12 PM (NO TG LAB)
Friday: all assignments due by noon
Schedule for 25-26 School Year: The 25-26 School Year schedule has arrived. Our main student day with K-7th grade students will now be on Thursdays. We will still have 2 days a week in person with an optional lab day on Mondays.
K-8 Moving to Google Classroom: Beginning Fall 25: All K-8 students will be using Google Classroom exclusively. Teachers will be supporting the transition for K-6 students over the next couple of weeks and into the beginnin of the school year. Most students have been using Google Classroom, so this should be a pretty smooth transition away from Schoology completely.
😃Middle School Information😃
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May Schedules for 7/8: May 27-30: No class on 5/27 (Mrs. Dove will be at Knott's with the 8th graders) + Walking Field Trip on 5/28
Schedule for 25-26 School Year: We have the schedule for next year ready. Our main student day with K-6 and 8th grade students will now be on Thursdays. 7th grade will continue on Wednesdays.
Tustin Connect HS: If your child is looking to continue in an independent learning environment or would like to have the option to attend a comprehensive high school while still having some flexibility with their time, then Tustin Connect HS is the place! Our high school program is hosted by six teachers who all specialize in a specific subject area. With over 200 students enrolled in our high school program, there are more opportunities for clubs and student interaction. Please feel free to explore the TCHS website and watch this short video. In March, Mrs. W will host an intro meeting for all 8th grade parents interested in learning more about Tustin Connect HS.
👍 High School Information 👍
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Senior Graduation: The Ceremony is on Thursday, May 29th at 3 pm at the Tustin High School Stadium. See the flyer for more details, including parking. Students report at 2 pm. There are no tickets required for guests to attend.
Grades: Final grades will be available via the Aeries Parent Portal on June 2nd.
Schedule for 25-26 School Year: The tentative schedule for 1st quarter for the 25-26 school year will be available next week. For those returning, the schedule will very closely mirror this year's quarter 1 schedule.
Highlights from the past month and upcoming events
- School Counselor Updates
Attention 9th-12th Graders: If you have signed up to take our IVC CCAP math course in the fall, please complete the following steps by next Thursday, 5/15
- Steps to become an IVC Student:
- Complete Application and Get Student ID #
Visit IVC California Community College (CCC) Apply.
First Time Users: create an account by using either your PERSONAL EMAIL or your phone number. You will only need to create this account once.
Returning Users: sign in.
After creating/signing into your OpenCCC account:
"Start a New Application" and complete the IVC application.
Specify no high school diploma earned; expected graduation date (put June 15 of graduating year if not known).
Check your personal email for a response from IVC that includes your IVC student id number
You should receive this email within 24-hours after submitting your CCC application.
Activate your IVC email and change your default password.
You will receive an email with a link to activate your IVC student email. If you did not receive it, contact Tech Services at 949-451-5696 and provide your student ID number.
For security purposes, it is highly recommended that you change your password. You can do this by clicking the "Change Pin/Password" link.
Your username is your IVC email without the "@ivc.edu," which you would use to access your IVC Canvas for class information.
Complete CCAP Dual Enrollment FormUsing your IVC credentials, log in to the CCAP Dual Enrollment Form.
Fill out your information, digitally sign, and submit the form.
Your parent/guardian and your school official will receive an email to digitally sign the form. They will need to create an account if they have never signed a Dual Enrollment Form before.
Mrs. W is happy to connect! Her role is to support students in their academics, social and emotional wellness and college and career readiness. Feel free to reach out at: rwijnhamer@tustin.k12.ca.us.
Mrs. J is a talented, licensed therapist who serves as a mental health specialist for Tustin Connect and supports students in their well being.
Resources from our wonderful Mental Health Specialist, Mrs. J:
- Free Online Parenting Course tailored to the age and the specific behavioral challenges of the child (0-18 years)
- Positive Parenting Program tailored to building your child’s confidence in taking on new challenges
- Brightline provides mental health for kids and parenting support for parents. Brightline support to kids and families for everyday challenges and behavioral health conditions.
- BrightLife Kids - A CalHope Program by Brightline12th Grade- Mrs. W will be providing a counseling lesson on 5/21 after the forensic science lab. I hope you will be able to make it!
Technology Questions/Needs - There's Help Available!
Important Upcoming Dates - Please check our school Website Calendar for all the latest!
May 28 K-7 End of Year Spirit Dress Up Day
- May 28: Wear Sporty Clothes or Sports Jersey Day
May 26: No School-Memorial Day
May 29: High School Graduation @ 3 pm at Tustin High School Stadium (students report at 2 pm)
June 2: HS Grades available
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