FRIDAY FLASH
September 11th, 2026 ARES School Newsletter

Important Upcoming Dates
9/8 -10/9 - Candy Monster collections for Trunk or Treat(see flyer below)
10/2 - Down Syndrome Awareness "Wear blue on 10/2!"
10/6- Make-up Picture Day
10/9 - Donuts with Dad-Watch Dogs Kickoff(See flyer below)
10/11 - Trunk or Treat (See flyer Below)
10/23 - FIrst Responder Parade (See Flyer Below)
TITLE: Disability Awareness Month at ARES
At Abby Reinke Elementary, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive community where every student's unique strengths and differences are celebrated. Throughout the school year, we will highlight and educate our campus community about various disabilities to promote empathy, understanding, and true belonging. To kick off this initiative, we are proud to recognize Down Syndrome Awareness this October as we continue building a school culture where everyone feels valued and included.
We invite ALL of our students and school community to wear blue on Friday, October 2nd.
🚧Important Reminder for Late Owl Drop-Off🚧
To ensure the safety of our students and keep traffic flowing smoothly during Late Owl drop-off, please keep the following parking guidelines in mind:
Parking Lot Access: When the "LOT FULL/NO ENTRY" sign is posted at the small lot near the TK/Kinder playground, please do not enter. Turning around in a full lot is difficult and leads to traffic blockages.
No Double Parking or Lane Blocking: Please do not double-park or leave vehicles unattended in driveways, pass-through lanes, or middle aisles.
Keep Curb Lanes Clear: The yellow curb lane at the front of the school must remain clear at all times for emergency and district vehicles.
Thank you for your cooperation and support in keeping our drop-off area safe and accessible for everyone!
Join the ARES Team! Positions Available
First Tee Golf Club
Chessmasters
Watch Dogs
Order by October 31st and get 10% off!
Friday Flag
Next Friday Flag is October 2nd
Please bring a valid ID and check in through the office.
PTA
First Responder Parade
“Power Up Your Brain: Show Up Every Day!”
Dear Families,
Welcome to September! As we charge ahead into the school year, our district-wide "Level Up" attendance campaign moves into its next exciting phase: "Collect Power-Ups!"
This month, we are focusing on helping our young learners gather daily "power-ups," the essential reading strategies, math concepts, social skills, and healthy classroom routines that build momentum early in the year.
How Families Can Help Collect Daily Power-Ups:
⚡ Daily Skill Buffs: Every single day in class introduces new lessons that build directly on the day before. Missing a day means missing out on vital learning power-ups that make future concepts easier to master.
⏰ Maintain Your Routine Streak: Consistent sleep schedules and organized morning habits act as a daily shield against late arrivals and stress. Keeping a steady rhythm helps students spawn into the classroom rested and ready.
📊 Track Daily XP: Ask your child what new "power-up" or skill they unlocked at school today. Celebrating these small daily wins keeps them excited to maintain their attendance streak.
Showing up every day is the best way for students to build confidence and level up their learning. If your family is facing barriers with attendance or morning routines, please reach out to our office team, we are here to support your player every step of the way!
Let’s keep charging ahead and collecting those daily power-ups together!
Warmly,
Mrs. Nielsen
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School Attendance is Vital
Attendance Matters! Missing just two days every month puts students at risk of falling behind. Attendance is the first way you can help your child succeed in school. If your child is absent, please report in one of the following ways:
Call the 24 hour absence line to leave a message: 951-302-6621
Call the front office during school hours: 951-302-6610
Email Jennifer Palumbo, Attendance Clerk: jpalumbo@tvusd.us
Please give the date, name of your child, teacher name and reason for absence.
Important District Links
Abby Reinke Elementary
Website: https://www.tvusd.k12.ca.us/ARES
Location: 43799 Sunny Meadows Dr, Temecula, CA 92592
Phone:(951) 302-6610