Welcome Tigers!

Hello Tiger Families!

Welcome to the new school year! I hope that your summer has been filled with memorable moments - with a few more left to create before the first day of school on Wednesday, August 19.

My family and I were fortunate to spend part of our summer cruising through the Western Caribbean, enjoying the beautiful turquoise waters, tropical scenery, and unforgettable experiences in places like Belize and Cozumel. We also celebrated my mom's 80th birthday in the beautiful surroundings of Lake Tahoe. Whether we were exploring new places or enjoying the peacefulness of the mountains and lakes, I return feeling refreshed, recharged, and even more grateful to lead such a special school community.

As we prepare to launch the 2026–27 school year, my hope is that every member of our Wildwood family finds and celebrates the beauty of learning, growth, and connection. Together, we’ll work to elevate each student’s academic journey and create meaningful experiences that make Wildwood a place where everyone thrives.

This newsletter includes back-to-school information for a smooth start to the 2026-27 school year. Please be sure to read the entirety of this newsletter AND click on ALL the links. Doing so will help you access important information including important dates and events, annual updates for parents, a meal application form, PTA membership, our bell schedule, our online spirit wear store, and more.

School will begin on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Warmly,

Mr. Lynch

Parents meet the teacher and visit the classroom.

• Monday, August 17
• 6:00pm-7:00pm
• Rooms TK-1, TK-2 & TK-3

* Your TK child's class placement will be sent to you via email on Friday, August 14.

TK Meet & Greet ~ Parents and TK Students

Parents and TK students meet the teacher, visit the classroom, and build community with classmates through fun activities.

• Tuesday, August 18
• 9:30am-10:00am
• Rooms TK-1, TK-2 & TK-3

All-School Ice-Cream Social

See information and flier below.

• Tuesday, August 18
• 4:30pm-5:30pm
• Wildwood Blacktop on campus

Kindergarten Back-to-School Night ~ Parents Only

• Monday, August 17
• 6:00pm-7:00pm
• Rooms 22, 23, and 24

* Your Kindergartener's class placement will be sent to you via email on Friday, August 14.

Kindergarten Meet & Greet

Parents and Kindergarten students meet the teacher, visit the classroom, and build community with classmates through fun activities.

• Tuesday, August 18
• 10:00am-10:30am
• Rooms 22, 23 and 24

All-School Ice-Cream Social

See information and flier below.

• Tuesday, August 18
• 4:30pm-5:30pm
• Wildwood Blacktop on campus

1st-5th grade students and their families who are new to our school take a guided tour of the school led by the Principal.

• Tuesday, August 18
• 11:00am-11:45am
• We will begin in the Wildwood MPR

• Tuesday, August 18
• 4:30pm-5:30pm

Grades 1-5 Back-to-School Night / PTA General Association Meeting

Thursday, August 27

• 5:30pm-6:15pm: 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade B2S Night presentations in classrooms

• 6:15pm-6:45pm: Principal Welcome and PTA General Association Meeting in MPR

• 6:45pm-7:30pm: 1st and 2nd grade B2S Night presentations in classrooms

Class placements will be made available at 4pm on Tuesday, August 18. We encourage ALL families to log in to the Q Parent Connection Portal at home or off-site (where the Wi-Fi is good) to access teacher placements BEFORE coming to the Ice Cream Social event. We will NOT have a QR Code or be handing out paper class placement forms at Wildwood this school year. All teacher placements should be accessed online after 4pm on Tuesday, August 18.

After logging onto your Q Parent Connection Portal at 4pm on Tuesday, August 18 to view your child's class placement, join us ON CAMPUS between 4:30 and 5:30pm for an All-School Ice-Cream Social. PTA will provide every student with a sweet, cold treat, and while you are on campus, you can purchase 2026-2027 spirit wear t-shirts, purchase spirit wear from years past at a discounted price, take a few photo ops, and locate your child's classroom and line-up spots.

19: First Day of School ~ (Click here for 2026-27 Bell Schedule)

• 7:45am ~ Campus officially opens to all students. Only students enrolled in Child Care may enter the campus earlier than 7:45am on school days.
• 8:05am ~ First bell
• 8:10am ~ Classes begin

25: School Site Council Meeting from 4:00-5:00pm

27: Back-to-School Night

• 5:30pm: 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade B2S Night presentations in classrooms
  
• 6:15pm: Principal Message & PTA General Association Meeting in MPR
• 6:45pm:1st and 2nd grade B2S Night presentations in classrooms

September, 2026

1: School Picture Day

7: NO SCHOOL - Labor Day

9: Reflections Kick-off at Lunchtime Assemblies (Gallery Night TBD)

9: PTA Executive Board Meeting at 5:30PM

11: Back to School Bash from 5:30-7:30PM (more details coming soon!)

16: GATE Parent Information Night from 5:00-5:30pm (virtual) Click here to join the meeting

21: No School - Rosh Hashanah

25: All-school Pep Rally and Lunch with the Principal for select students

29: School Site Council Meeting from 4:00-5:00pm

Helpful LINKS

Wildwood Important Dates and Events 2026-2027

Wildwood Bell Schedule

Wildwood Website Home Page

CVUSD School Year Calendar
CVUSD website

All updates may be completed online via the Q Parent Connection Portal HERE. Once you login with your username and password, click the "Annual Updates" button on the top of the screen. Complete details and instructions are available HERE.

FREE MEALS FOR ALL STUDENTS

School meals for the 2026-2027 school year will be available to all students at no charge. Although all students will receive free meals through the duration of this school year, we request for all families to complete this Online Free / Reduced Meal Eligibility for School Year 2026-2027 form, as this form affects a variety of areas unrelated to school meals, including school funding, college application fees, SAT fees, bus passes and more. Even if your child does not plan to eat school lunches, it is important to fill out this form to help ensure our schools and families receive the available resources.

The CVUSD Preschool, with campuses in Thousand Oaks and Newbury Park, offers a State Preschool program that provides free enrollment to families who meet income eligibility requirements. There are currently openings available, for eligible children ages 3 years to 5 years, in the free half-day preschool program for the 2026-2027 school year!

CVUSD Preschool unites curiosity, play and learning, proudly serving children ages 3 years to 5 years. The school's caring teachers provide a well-rounded and enriching experience for young learners by utilizing hands-on, individualized teaching, combined with play and engaging environments.

Click here to complete the CVUSD Preschool Interest Form to learn if you qualify, and a member of the CVUSD Preschool team will connect with you!

Please Note:

To support the effectiveness of this policy, any phone and/or watch with messaging capabilities (even without SIM card or on "school mode") may NOT be on a student's person during school hours. These devices should either be left at home or placed securely in your child's backpack. During the school day, ALL student-home communications will take place through the Wildwood office. Thank you for your cooperation.

2025 Board Policy Update

The school board adopted this policy in 2025.

Our 2026-27 Wildwood T-shirts will be available to purchase at our TK & K Meet and Greets and at the All-School Ice-Cream Social event on Tuesday 8/18/26! $12 for youth and $15 for adults. Cash is preferred, but we do accept Zelle.

Boost your school spirit with our latest design, and pick up some oldies but goodies at a discounted price.

Every Friday at Wildwood Elementary is Spirit Day, and we want to see our Tigers in their Blue and Gold! Students, sport your spirit wear or any other blue & gold clothing items and accessories on Fridays to show off your Tiger Pride!

Wildwood is currently seeking candidates for the following part-time positions for the 2026-2027 school year.

Campus Supervisor (Mornings)

2.5 hours per week

We are looking for friendly, reliable campus supervisors for the 2026–27 school year to help support student safety and supervision each morning from 7:40–8:10 AM, Monday–Friday. This is a great opportunity to make a positive impact, connect with students, and be part of our Wildwood community. If you or someone you know is interested in this part-time paid opportunity, please contact our front office for more information!

Academic Specialist

12-15 hours per week

Wildwood is seeking 1 certificated teacher to serve as an Academic Specialist - a paid opportunity to make a meaningful impact beyond the classroom. Academic Specialists support targeted student learning, collaborate with teachers to strengthen instruction, and help ensure all students receive the support they need to thrive. Their work is essential in bridging gaps, enriching learning, and building staff capacity. Training available.

If you or someone you know holds a valid teaching credential and is passionate about supporting student success schoolwide, we’d love to connect! Please reach out to the office or Mr. Lynch for more information.

Now is a GREAT time to get student names on lunch bags and water bottles. Please do your part to prevent loss of personal items by labeling student belongings. This small act also saves school staff hours of time over the course of a school year trying to reunite students with their belongings.

2026-27 Lost & Found Protocol: All Lost & Found items will be removed from campus and donated to a good cause on the last day of EACH month. Please do your part to remind your children to bring personal items home each day, and we will assist as well.

Wildwood Elementary has an official presence on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Click on each image below to access Wildwood's social media accounts. Be sure to like and follow to get an inside peek into daily happenings at Wildwood through videos, images, and reminders which are posted weekly by our Wildwood social media manager.

Regular school attendance is one of the most important factors in a child's academic success, and we encourage families to schedule vacations and other non-essential travel during school breaks whenever possible.

If your child will have a planned absence of 1–15 consecutive school days, please contact both your child's teacher and the front office as soon as your plans are known to request a Short-Term Independent Study (STIS) agreement. Please do not wait until the day before or only a day or two before your child's absence. Teachers need adequate time to prepare instructional materials, and the office must complete the required paperwork before your child's absence begins.

Thank you for helping us ensure your child remains connected to learning while minimizing disruptions to the instructional program. If you have any questions about STIS, please contact the Wildwood front office.

Please click the "Digital Backpack" image to check if any new community fliers have been posted recently. Not all fliers will appear as images in our Wildwood Weekly newsletter, and we don't want you to miss out on community events, classes, or opportunities that are of interest to you. Fliers are organized under three tabs:

• School-Connected Organizations and Governmental Agencies
• Non-Profit Groups
• All Other Groups

From time to time, individuals or groups in the community will distribute information and advertisements to parents/guardians on the public sidewalks during school arrival or dismissal. This information is not affiliated or endorsed by Wildwood Elementary and CVUSD. Any approved communications (i.e. announcements, fliers) from Wildwood Elementary and CVUSD will be provided directly from the school to you via email, or given to your students to take home. If you ever are unsure whether or not materials are from Wildwood Elementary and CVUSD, please do not hesitate to contact the front office.

Email: klynch@conejousd.org

Website: www.conejousd.org/wildwood

Location: 620 Velarde Drive, Thousand Oaks, CA, USA

Phone: 805-492-3531

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildwoodTigers

Twitter: @WildwoodTigers