Tustin High School News
August 16, 2026
This Week at THS
Dear Tillers,
Thank you for a great start to the new school year! We loved the excitement and energy on campus this week as we welcomed back teachers, students and families! We enjoyed meeting many of you at Tuesday's Back-to-School Night and look forward to a great year of learning and growth.
Tillers also reconnected with friends, met new teachers and connected with classmates via interactive activities. ASB's Welcome Back Fair & Assembly brought together our entire student body to kick off another fantastic year at THS!
Back to School!
Check Out THS in the "This Week in TUSD" Feature!
IMPORTANT DATES
Monday, August 17
- IVC ASL (M/T) & HD 7 Class starts
- Girls Flag-Football @ Saddleback JV 3:15 | Varsity: 4:30
Tuesday, August 18
- IVC ASL (Tu/F) class starts
- Girls Volleyball at Whittier
Wednesday, August 19
- Girls Flag-Football at Estancia JV: 6:30 | Varsity: 5:00
- Girls Volleyball at Santa Fe
Thursday, August 20
- Girls Volleyball at Diamond Bar Frosh:3:15 | JV: 4:30 | Varsity: 6:00
- JV Tackle Football vs San Clemente 3:15
- IVC AJ 4 Class Starts
- Varsity Tackle Football at San Clemente 7:00pm
- Volleyball Tournament
Saturday, August 22
- Volleyball Tournament
Regular Start Bell Schedule - All Week
Check Aeries for Schedule Changes
As we settle into the new school year, our counseling team is hard at work reviewing enrollment numbers. After the first few days of school, schedule changes are often necessary to balance class sizes, accommodate new enrollments, and ensure all students are placed in the courses they need to meet graduation and A-G requirements.
We recognize that adjusting to a different schedule can be an unexpected adjustment, and we truly appreciate your family's patience as everyone gets settled.Please note that our primary focus during this time is balancing rosters and fulfilling required coursework. Because of this, we are unable to accommodate individual requests for specific class periods, lunch schedules, or preferred teachers. We appreciate your partnership, understanding, and support as we help our students navigate these transitions smoothly.
Please be sure to log into Aeries regularly to view your student’s most up-to-date class schedule.
Parent Involvement Meetings Calendar 2026-27
Parent Meetings Calendar 2026-27
PTO memberships - Consider joining our PTO and participate in upcoming events that celebrate your student's achievements! Tiller of the Quarter, Tiller of the Month, Perfect Attendance Celebrations, etc. all part of what PTO members help and volunteer to make Tustin High School a special place!
School Site Council Parent Volunteers
Tustin HS is now accepting volunteers and nominations for parent/community members on the School Site Council (SSC). This is a two year term, September 2026 - May 2027.
The School Site Council serves the students and the school by developing, implementing and evaluating the school plan. Family/Community volunteers are expected to attend all meetings scheduled for 26-27 school year. They represent parents in the neighborhood and community and become knowledgeable about the school plan through training provided at meeting.
Please submit THIS FORM if you would like to volunteer or nominate a parent/community member for the 2026-27
Please submit THIS FORM if you would like to volunteer or nominate a parent/community member for the 2026-27
Por favor, envíe ESTE FORMULARIO si desea ser voluntario o nominar a un padre de familia o miembro de la comunidad para el ciclo 2026-27.
Super Boosters Meeting
Attention all booster group board members! We will be hosting our first Super Booster Meeting at 5pm on August 20th. Please plan on attending!
Thanks to all of the groups who have already submitted their financial statements to Mrs. Lee. If you have not done so, please send your "income expense statements" from July 1 2025-June 30, 2026.
We also need:
- Booster application
- Bank information form
- Review Booster Group slides sent by Mrs. Lee
- DEADLINE IS AUGUST 18th
ATHLETICS
Athletics & Transportation Pass Packages
Athletics Tryouts
Tryouts are coming up for a number of athletic programs. Follow us on Instagram at @tustintillers for the latest information.
Dance Team Tryouts - August 18 & 19
Tustin Dance Team is holding tryouts on August 18 & 19. No prior dance training is needed. Dance Team is a great place to make friends and gain confidence as you perform in shows and school events!
COUNSELING
Parent Portal Workshops
Parents & caregivers, support your student's academic success! Attend a Parent Portal workshop to learn how to:
- Set and maintain high academic expectations with your teen
- Check on current grades and missing assignments
- Communicate with teachers or counselors regarding your concerns
Choose from one of the workshops below and click here --> SIGN UP FOR A PARENT PORTAL WORKSHOP.
Student Agenda Reminder
Students, by now you should have received your Student Agenda in your English class.
If you have not received one, please stop by the Counseling Office to pick one up.
Your agenda is a great tool to help you stay organized, keep track of assignments and important dates, write down reminders, and plan ahead. Keeping your agenda with you each day can help you stay on top of your schoolwork and make your school year a little easier!
📅 Add/Drop & Class Challenge Requests
Beginning Monday, August 17 at 8:00 AM, a QR code will be available for students who would like to submit an Add/Drop or Class Challenge request.
Please remember that submitting a request does not guarantee a schedule change.
Thank you for your patience, understanding, and cooperation as we work to get everyone settled into their schedules!
🏐 Sports Schedule Challenges
If you are trying to add or drop a sport, please pick up a blue Sports Change Form from the bulletin board outside the Counseling Office.
Please complete the form and follow the instructions provided.
College & Career Calendar - August
Prepare for your best future by exploring opportunities available through our College & Career Center in Room 806! College visits start at the end of this month. Follow @ ths_college_career on Instagram to stay in the loop!
COMMUNITY INFORMATION
Tustin Adult School: English as a Second Language Classes
Tustin Adult School offers FREE classes for interested adults (ages 18+) in the Tustin community, all within walking distance to Tustin High. Classes offered include:
- English as a Second Language (day and evening options)
- High School Diploma or GED
- Adult Basic Skills
- Citizenship Preparation
See fliers below or click here --> Tustin Adult School website!
Digital Literacy Classes
Digital Literacy classes for adults are back by popular demand! We are offering a level 2 Digital Literacy course through Santa Ana College School of Continuing Education. CLICK HERE TO ENROLL IN THE DIGITAL LITERACY CLASS.
FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS
Attendance Office (leave a message anytime day or night) - ext 87175
Counseling Office - ext 87160
College & Career Center - ext 87806
Discipline Office - ext 87155
Community Liaison - ext 87159
Library - ext 87103
Student Store - ext 87104
CONNECT WITH US
WE TIP HOTLINE 844-714-0861
If you have concerns or information that you want to share anonymously, please call or text the We Tip Hotline at 844-714-0861.
PERMANENT LINKS
Dress Code
Technology/Safety
Tustin High School Statement of Non-Discrimination
STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION / SEXUAL HARASSMENT / BULLYING
(A summary of Tustin Unified Board Policies and Regulations 5145.3, 5154.7, 5131.2 and 1312.3)
The Tustin Unified School District (Tustin USD) is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and education services. The District prohibits, in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity, unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying, based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, medical condition, pregnancy and related conditions, retaliation, or political beliefs; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Your child has a right to a free public education, regardless of immigration status. The District will take steps to assure that the lack of English will not be a barrier to admission and participation in District programs. A copy of the District’s nondiscrimination policy is available from the Tustin Unified School District Office.
The following person is the designated Coordinator at Tustin High School to handle complaints regarding discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying, and to answer inquiries regarding the District’s nondiscrimination policies:
Julio Lopez
Assistant Principal
Administration Office
714-730-7414
Any student who feels that they have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying should immediately contact the Coordinator, the principal, or any other staff member. In addition, any student who observes any such incident should report the incident to the Coordinator or principal, whether or not the victim files a complaint. Report discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying to the name above or any school administrator. They can help!