Weekly Wildcat

September 3rd: Back to School Night

• School Dismissal at 2:13 p.m.
• 6:00-6:30: Grades TK-2
• 6:30-7:00: PTA Meeting
• 7:00-7:30: Grades 3-5

7: Labor Day - No School

11: PTA Sponsored - "Reading Under the Stars" Book Fair Kick-off 6PM - 8PM

14 - 18: PTA Sponsored Scholastic Book Fair

17: School Picture Day

18: Coffee with the Principal: 8:35-9:00am

21: No School - Non-Instructional Day

24: GATE Parent Night for 3-5 Grade Parents: 7:00pm-7:30pm (zoom link)

Cafeteria Menu

This month, we are focusing on Respect — treating others the way we want to be treated. Families can practice by listening carefully, using kind words, and celebrating differences. Try asking your child: “What does respect look like at home, at school, or on the playground?”

At the end of the month, one student from each classroom will be recognized at our school assembly for demonstrating respect.

This remarkable achievement reflects the strength of our entire school community and our collective commitment to educational excellence. Thank you to everyone who voted and continues to support our schools every day!

We are thrilled to share that South Bay readers have once again voted Torrance Unified School District as the #1 Best School District for the sixth consecutive year, while also recognizing our District as a Best Workplace!

Thanks to the incredible dedication of our teachers, staff, administrators, students, and families, Torrance Unified earned an astounding 32 total awards in this year's Daily Breeze Readers’ Choice Awards.

For parents of students in grades 3–5 who want information regarding GATE testing and the identification process.

📅 Thursday, September 24 🕠 7:00 PM

📍on Zoom (🔗 https://tusd-org.zoom.us/j/87043688554)

Make up day is scheduled for October 1st.

The Walteria School Site Council (SSC) is an elected body with the important role of advising on School Plans, helping to support the goals of the school and district, and assessing periodically the effectiveness of the program. There is 1 parent council opening on the School Site Council this year, with a term of 2 years. The nomination form is below and it will be open until Wednesday, September 3, 2026.

This year's meeting dates are:

October 9, December 4, January 29, April 9, May 14

As part of Walteria's commitment to safe and effective digital learning, Torrance Unified School District asks all families to be familiar with our Acceptable Use Policy (AUP). This policy outlines how students are expected to use school technology responsibly—both to support academic success and to ensure a secure, respectful online environment. Here's what families should know:

• Privileges: Access to TUSD Network / technology can be revoked if rules are broken. All use is monitored and subject to review by school staff.

• Acceptable Use: Technology must be used for school-related activities only—no inappropriate content, use, or unauthorized software.

• District Responsibilities: The District works to keep systems secure and reliable, but cannot guarantee full protection or accuracy of online information.

• Web & Email Policies: Student work and photos may be shared online, but only with limited identification. School email is for academic use and monitored by staff.

• Personal Responsibility: Students must report misuse, keep their login secure, avoid damaging or altering systems, and use technology in ways that are safe and respectful for all.

These guidelines help ensure a safe, productive learning environment for all students. For the entire AUP, please click here.

Hey Wildcats! Let’s keep our playground awesome, safe, and fun for everyone. Here is a quick, student-friendly look at our official Torrance Unified School District safety and conduct policy.

We are so excited to kick off a fantastic new school year! Because learning begins with attendance, making sure your Wildcat is here every day helps them build strong skills, stay on track, and create lifelong friendships. Please take a moment to review the Attendance Matters flyer below for important guidelines on reporting absences, our fever policy, doctor's note requirements, and independent study contracts. Let's make this year amazing—one day at a time!

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On Sunday, October 18, 2026, join us for the 17th Annual Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk—a fun and meaningful community tradition where families and friends walk together from the Manhattan Beach Pier to the Hermosa Beach Pier and back (about 3.4 miles) in support of Walteria Elementary School.

When you register as a walker (or virtual walker), every dollar of the $30 registration fee goes directly back to Walteria Elementary—helping our school continue to thrive! Click here to register.

Calling all K–6 students! The Water Replenishment District (WRD) invites students to showcase their creativity in the 12th Annual Student Art Contest. Winners receive a $75 Amazon Gift Card, a Certificate of Achievement, prizes, and will have their artwork published in the 2027 Water Awareness Calendar!

• Deadline: Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM

• How to Enter: Submit online at WRD's Art Submissions page, mail, or drop off your entry at WRD Headquarters in Lakewood.

For full contest rules, flyers, and submission details, visit the WRD Student Art Contest page.