TVUSD COMMUNITY CONNECTION

This year, our Behind the Scenes: The ♥️ of TVUSD spotlight series shines a light on the incredible certificated and classified employees who elevate experiences, opportunities, and each other across our schools and departments.

Check out this month's spotlight videos to see how our staff bring the spirit of TVUSD to life!

Each month, we celebrate outstanding high school seniors who exemplify leadership, perseverance, and a commitment to making a positive impact. These students stand out for their dedication to learning, involvement in school and community, athletic achievements, service to others, or their ability to rise above challenges while staying focused on their education. The Student of the Month program highlights seniors who embody integrity, compassion, and a genuine desire to make a difference. Recognized students are on their way to college or trade school, and their stories inspire both peers and the community. Join us in honoring these remarkable students who reflect the very best of character and passion in their schools and beyond.

• GOHS: Sophia Shams
• TVHS: Cooper Steele
• RVHS: Gena Amanonce
• SNHS: Kaden Gonzalez
• CHS: Zachary Weeg

Our students are leading the way in:

➡️ ELA (+1.91%)

➡️ Math (+1.08%)

➡️ Science (+1.79%)

🎓 And our graduation rate is 95.8%, an increase of 1.8%!

A huge congratulations to our students, teachers, and staff on this outstanding achievement!

🌟 We’re proud to be named a 2025 California Honor Roll District, an honor that celebrates schools and districts with exceptional student achievement in Math and English.

🙌 Our success is a shared achievement, made possible by the passion of our educators, the encouragement of our families, and the perseverance of our students.

🏫 Congratulations to the 1️⃣5️⃣ TVUSD schools who earned a place on this year’s Educational Results Partnership Honor Roll!

On Saturday, 10/18, CHS Advanced Drama traveled to Woodbridge High School in Irvine to compete in the annual Orange County Role About Theatre Festival. More than 30 schools from around Southern California attended this year’s event.

• 1st Place: Keira Wozniak for Comedic TV/Film Monologue
• 1st Place: Ava Mojares, Savannah Jackson, and London Rael for Comedic TV/Film Scene
• 2nd Place: El Terry for Dramatic monologue
• And 3rd Place: Savannah Jackson, Charlie Johns, Lucas Lowe, and Merceyes Santiago for IMPROV

In addition to placing, seven CHS teams made it to the final round

With an exceptional 97.54% ADA rate, ARES claimed the top spot in the “We ELEVATE ADA” Attendance Challenge for September, showcasing their commitment to fostering a positive school climate and ensuring every student is present and ready to learn.

Thank you to our amazing community partners who have supported the TVUSD Attendance Challenge!

Studies show that regular attendance is crucial for academic and life success. Here are some tips to keep your student on track:

• Prioritize attendance: Make sure your student is in school every day.
• Address health issues: Work with your student's doctor to minimize absences.
• Partner with the school: Stay involved and communicate regularly.

Remember: Chronic absence – missing just two days a month – can have a significant impact. Let's work together to ensure every student has the opportunity to thrive!

Earlier this fall, we launched our mathematics curriculum pilot at the middle and high school levels as part of our continued commitment to strengthening math instruction in alignment with the updated California Mathematics Framework.

During the first phase of the pilot (August 18–October 10), middle school classrooms explored MidSchoolMath, while high school classrooms engaged with Imagine Learning. We are deeply grateful to our teachers and students for their thoughtful participation, and to our families for your support and feedback throughout this process.

We are now excited to begin Phase Two of our pilot, which will run from October 13 through December 19. During this next phase, both middle and high school classrooms will be piloting Amplify Desmos Math, a problem-based, technology-enhanced curriculum designed to promote deep conceptual understanding, student discourse, and equitable access to rigorous mathematics.

While not all students and teachers will participate directly in the pilot, sample textbooks remain available for public review at each of our middle and high schools as well as at the District Office. We encourage families to take advantage of these opportunities to learn more about the programs under consideration.

Your partnership and feedback are essential as we evaluate these instructional materials and determine which curriculum will best support high-quality math learning for all TVUSD students. We look forward to continuing this important work together.

"Appreciation can make a day, even change a life. Your willingness to put it into words is all that is necessary." - Margaret Cousins

The TVUSD Community High Five Program is designed to empower and encourage the community to acknowledge and appreciate the dedicated employees of the district. This program serves as a platform for parents, students, and local residents to recognize and celebrate the relentless commitment and hard work put forth by district employees.

Fill out this quick form, and the Communications Department will create and send a digital certificate to the employee for their hard work. As an added recognition, one employee will be selected each month as a "Community High Five Spotlight," and their shout-out will be recognized in a future edition of the Community Connection.

🫶🏻 TVUSD cares deeply about all of our community members, some of whom are being impacted by the government shutdown. If your family needs support 🤝, or you'd like to help our affected students and families 🌟, this flyer will connect you to local food and essential needs resources🥫🍎.

Every year, we ask our TVUSD families to complete a brief survey. The survey assists the Governing Board and District/Site Leaders as we strive to continue to provide high-quality, rigorous learning experiences, which meet the needs of all our learners, and prepare students for college and career readiness.

Join us for an evening of learning and connection! The CAC is partnering with the Autism Society Inland Empire to share valuable insights and resources about Autism, supporting families through education, advocacy, community programs, and more.

🗓 When: Wednesday, November 5, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 Where: TVUSD Conference Rooms B & C

This training is hosted by the Community Advisory Committee (CAC) — a group of parents, educators, administrators, and community members dedicated to advocating for effective Special Education programs and services in TVUSD.

👉 Open to all parents and caregivers — we hope to see you there!

Our students thrive because of the dedicated people who support them every day. From classrooms to offices to playgrounds, every role matters. Join the TVUSD family and discover the rewarding opportunities waiting for you right here in our community.

Temecula Valley Adult School is exploring the launch of new Career Technical Education (CTE) programs designed for adults. We’d love your input on which areas of study would be most valuable to our community. Please take a moment to complete this short survey and share your thoughts. Your feedback will help shape future course offerings.

🖐️ "Your effort and persistence will make a lasting difference—not only for teachers who follow, but for the students who will benefit from a clearer, stronger path in math learning."" 🙌 #tvusdstaffhighfive #tvusdelevates @tvusd.parentcenter

Care Solace's care navigation services are confidential and complimentary to TVUSD students, staff, and their families. Care Solace's team is available 24/7/365 and can support you in any language.

• Call 888-515-0595
• Visit www.caresolace.com/tvusdfamilies and either search on your own OR click "Book Appointment" for assistance by video chat, email, or phone.

🧠 Mental Health & 💊 Substance Abuse: Find community-based providers & secure appointments.

🍲 Food Assistance: Access food pantries, home delivery meal programs, and government/non-profit programs.

🏠 Shelter Support: Find transitional housing, shelters, and housing programs.

🏥 Community Health Services: Connect with low-cost or free medical and dental care, female health services, and preventative care.

Catch up on past newsletters by visiting the Community Connection Newsletter Archive webpage.

Temecula Valley Unified School District is committed to building strong partnerships with parents in support of all students. Part of this commitment includes ensuring that families are informed of their rights and the right to opt their children out of certain instructional activities or assessments, as provided under state and federal law. The Frequently Asked Questions document linked below is designed to clarify the legal requirements, district procedures, and options available to parents regarding opt-outs.

For more information, visit: Know Your Rights and TVUSD Annual Notification for Parents

Location: 31350 Rancho Vista Road, Temecula, CA, USA
Phone: (951)676-2661