Tustin Connect News

It's time for winter break. We hope you are able to use the time to relax, recharge, and have some fun. The winter break marks the mid-way point of the school year. We have updates and celebrations to commemorate the winter break and all the accomplishments. This week's background is our TC Family Photo. Big thank you to Linda Ly-Pang and the generous donation of her time and expertise to put the card together. As always, if you have any questions, concerns, or compliments, please reach out to Mr. Fineberg, our principal, at efineberg@tustin.k12.ca.us.

Wow! We are halfway through the school year. So proud and excited for all of the work we have done and the great things that lie ahead. Remember that school is closed and teachers and staff are on break until January 3rd. Staff returns Monday, January 3rd and students first day is Tuesday January 4th so it will be a short week. We will be welcoming our new Superintendent Dr. Mark Johnson with the new year. Please take the time to enjoy some time off and recharge.

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.

Mr. Fineberg

Hello Maverick Families,

Here’s your PTA Roundup as we head out for break.

Nomination Committee Needed If you are interested in shaping next year's PTA and are available for 2 meetings in the January/February timeframe, please contact either Ziggy McBride at Ziggy.McBride@gmail.com or Melissa Weiss at smw1196@sbcglobal.net . This committee is tasked with filling the slate of nominees for PTA board positions. Most already have interested and experienced candidates, so you’ll have plenty of talent to draw from.

Sharing your Talents We are encouraged by the increased support for PTA in the last few months. It’s been a blessing to meet more interested Tustin Connect families who have brought forward their support, ideas, and enthusiasm. That’s what PTA is! If you would like to know more about the possibilities and volunteer needs please reach out to Melissa Weiss at smw1196@sbcglobal.net, Linda Ly at linda@grandsoirees.com, or Ziggy McBride at Ziggy.Mcbride@gmail.com,

Please check out the PTA website at tustinconnectpta.com for all pertinent PTA happenings and information.

Have a wonderful Winter Break,

Your PTA

Familial Support University “FSU”: You won't want to miss the second meeting of FSU. Join other TC families to gain strategies and learn ways to support your student at home. The upcoming workshop topic is “Social-Emotional Growth” CLICK HERE FOR FLYER on Wednesday, January 19 on Zoom 6-7 pm Sign up here: https://forms.gle/u21cR5KL3giUk3Vd9

School Website Calendar Link

December 18-January 3: Winter Break (please note students return on Tuesday, January 4th)

January 5/6: TUSD PreK, TK, and Kinder Roundup Flyer English Jan. 6 and Spanish Jan. 5)

January 10-28: TUSD Transfer Window (visit transfers website for more information)

January 17: No School-Martin Luther King Jr. Day

January 17-30: Tustin Connect Virtual Book Fair

January 19: Familial Support University Meeting 2: Social-Emotional Growth (RSVP and Flyer)

If you have any technology questions or needs, please take a moment to visit the Resources section on our TC website and which has helpful hints and answers many of your questions. It also has a link to our TUSD helpdesk where you can get help for a wide range of issues from iPads to Schoology,, apps and more. Check it out!

To provide students a flexible, yet rigorous, alternative education solution within a caring community that cultivates success, resilience, and advocacy for themselves and others

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