Lancer Community Connection

A Message from Principal Peguero

Hello Lancer Families,

I want to begin by recognizing the hard work our school staff have shown as we started the new school year. From our office team handling enrollment, immunizations, and attendance, to our custodians who meticulously prepared the campus. Thank you to our rec aides who supervise and care for our children, your watchful eye provides our students a sense of safety. Each member of our support staff makes a meaningful difference every day.

I also understand and acknowledge the frustration some have felt with class placements and scheduling errors—especially as we work through our tight master schedule for our secondary students. Please know that our aim is always to resolve these issues well before the district’s 20-day class balancing deadline. This process is designed to make certain each student’s unique needs are considered thoughtfully. If you have questions or concerns, I welcome you to schedule an appointment with us; we are proactively reaching out to engage families in these important conversations.

As we transition into our middle school schedule, I recognize that change can bring uncertainty. To support open communication, our bi-monthly Coffee Chats provides a dedicated space for direct, constructive dialogue. If the scheduled Coffee Chats times don’t work for everyone, we will now share updates through our Lancer Community Connection Newsletter so all families can stay informed. I also want to point out that it is important that concerns are raised in a respectful, collaborative manner—the forums listed below are the best place to connect with me and the team directly, ask questions, and work together.

Our goals as a school community are woven into everything we do. Striving to build strong home-school partnerships that support every child’s learning and growth, offering resources and guidance so families always feel welcomed and included will be ongoing and at the forefront of my work and leadership. I welcome and encourage parent involvement in activities and decisions, as we aim to create opportunities for students and families to grow alongside one another. I look forward to your presence on campus for CDC & Tk-8 Back to School Night on September 16th 5:30-7pm. This will be wonderful time to connect with our returning teachers and meet our new staff members as well.

Whether I am connecting with you at our Coffee Chats or through other communication channels—your voice and partnership matter deeply to me and to our school.

Warmly,
Emma Peguero
Avalon TK-12 , Principal

Positive School Climate

Essential Elements of a Positive School Climate: Consistency in implementation of school-wide expectations & agreements for students and staff.

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High School 9/2/25 @ 10:05-10:40

Middle School 9/4 @ 9:50-10:20

Electronic Device Restriction

At Avalon TK-12, we are committed to upholding our upcoming restrictions on personal devices in order to protect instructional time and prioritize our students’ well-being and focus. Beginning this school year, cell phones will not be permitted during the school day and instructional time. If a cell phone is seen or used, it will be treated as a prohibited device, and parents or guardians will be contacted to retrieve it from the school.

We recognize that cell phones are intentionally designed to be addictive, and we understand that this adjustment may be challenging for some students. Your partnership is crucial to our success in maintaining a positive learning environment. We encourage you to speak with your children about these changes and help them prepare for this transition.

Restricciones sobre Celulares

En Avalon TK-12, nos comprometemos a mantener las próximas restricciones sobre dispositivos personales para proteger el tiempo de instrucción y priorizar el bienestar y la concentración de nuestros estudiantes. A partir de este año escolar, no se permitirá el uso de teléfonos celulares durante la jornada escolar ni el horario de instrucción. Si se ve o se usa un teléfono celular, se considerará un dispositivo prohibido y se contactará a los padres o tutores para que lo retiren de la escuela.

Reconocemos que los teléfonos celulares están diseñados intencionalmente para ser adictivos y entendemos que esta adaptación puede ser difícil para algunos estudiantes. Su colaboración es crucial para que podamos mantener un ambiente de aprendizaje positivo. Los animamos a hablar con sus hijos sobre estos cambios y a ayudarlos a prepararse para esta transición.

Year 1 - Bronze Recognition

California PBIS initiated our first statewide effort in 2015 to implement a recognition system to acknowledge schools for implementing PBIS with fidelity to the national framework

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Welcome to the Parent Partnership Place in the Lancer Community Connection!

The Parent Partnership connects families and Avalon School by providing support, resources, and opportunities for parents to get involved in their child’s education. Our goals are:

Work Together – Build strong partnerships between home and school.
Help Students Succeed – Support every child’s learning and growth.
Support Families – Provide resources and guidance for parents.
Welcome Everyone – Make sure all families feel included and valued.
Get Involved – Encourage parents to take part in school activities and decisions.
Grow Together – Inspire a love of learning for both students and families.

Ongoing Parent Survey

You will be receiving emails regarding parent surveys throughout this school year. The district and Avalon School will be collecting data regarding your participation on our campus for different events such as Back-to-School nights. There are only 11 questions and should only take a couple of minutes to complete each time. Your voice matters—this survey helps us learn how we can serve you and your child more effectively.

Parent Partnership Place

School Site Council (SSC)

The School Site Council is a group made up of parents, teachers, staff, and the principal who work together to make decisions about the school’s programs, goals, and budget. The council ensures that the school’s plans support student achievement and reflect the needs of the community. Parents play an important role by sharing their ideas and helping shape the direction of the school. The first meeting is September 23, 2025 @ 6pm School Library.

English Learner Advisory Council (ELAC)
The ELAC is a group of parents, staff, and community members who meet to discuss and give input on programs and services for students learning English. Parents of English learners have an important voice in this committee, helping the school support their children’s success. The first meeting is September 18, 2025 @ 6pm School Library.

Coffee Chat Access

The slide deck below cover topics that will be discussed at Coffee Chats. Please take a moment to complete this google form to help us understand the best way for you to access the information.

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Registration Deadline Friday, September 5 by noon.

Dual Enrollment Counselor, Rolando Saldivar will be on campus on 9/4/25 to support those completing final steps to enroll in the Fall semester for LBCC- Dual Enrollment courses.

Community Calendar Fundraiser

Thank you for your continuing support for the Avalon Community Calendar. The listings form and order forms for 2026 are now available. Calendars will be distributed in January, if not sooner. Please use the QR code to download the forms to purchase your calendar and to add your listings. Please return the forms to Ms. Ruby Engel on Avalon Campus. The deadline to order and get your listings in will be November 21, 2025.

Christmas Tree Fundraiser

We will once again be selling Christmas trees. The expected delivery date is December 5 with distribution on December 6. Please look for announcements to come.