Weekly Updates
Tynes Weekly Updates
November 6, 2026
Message from the Principal
A Little Thanksgiving Gratitude, a Little Early π§‘π―
Tiger Families -
I know Thanksgiving is still a few weeks away, but sometimes life gives us a reason to pause and reflect on what we're thankful for a little earlier than expected.
Over the past week and a half, I've been away from campus navigating some health challenges within my family. While it's never easy to step away, I've been reminded of something incredibly special about the Tynes community: the people who make it what it is.
The kindness, understanding, and support I've experienced during this time have meant more than I can adequately express. I'm especially grateful for our incredible staff, who continue to show up for our students and one another, ensuring that the important work of teaching, learning, and caring for our Tigers continues each day.
One thing I've always believed about schools is that a strong school community is about more than academics, programs, or events. It's about relationships. It's about how we treat one another, how we show up when it matters, and how we make people feel that they belong.
This past week has been a personal reminder of just how powerful that can be.
As we head toward Thanksgiving, I hope we all find a moment to appreciate the people who make our lives a little easier, a little brighter, and a lot more meaningful.
Thank you for being part of what makes Tynes such a special place.
With gratitude,
Dr. Borgese, Principal
π Three Weeks at a Glance π
π― Tigers of the Week π―
Luna Porras, Jude Segovia, Tiffany Hernandez, Niah Tirona, Makari Crumly, Gloria Hernandez,
Declan Contreras, Aaron Lopez, Delmar Cisneros, Delilah Lomeli, Charlotte Gilbert,
Airam Ortega, Angelica Castrejon Juarez, Braydon Lauder, Manny Torres,
Aylin Sedghi, Tony Perlata Avalos, Darius Filimon
πΏ Family Movie Night πΏ
π Scholastic Book Fair π
π₯« Holiday Canned Food Drive π₯«
π¨ PYLUSD District Artworks Poster Contest π¨
Elementary School Poster Art Contest
Calling all PYLUSD elementary student artists!
We are excited to invite students in grades Kβ6 to participate in the 30th Annual PYLUSD Artworks Exhibition Poster Art Contest!
This year's theme is: "175 Years of California Dreaming"
Students are encouraged to get creative and design an original poster inspired by California's history, culture, landscapes, and the many things that make our state special!
Student Recognition & Prizes
The REACH Foundation will recognize six student winners across the elementary, middle, and high school levels, awarding gift certificates totaling $500! We will recognize two students at the elementary level to ensure equal opportunity to win.
Submission Deadline: Friday, December 18, 2026
Submission Requirements
Open to all PYLUSD elementary students in grades Kβ6.
Artwork must reflect the theme "175 Years of California Dreaming."
Students must submit their original poster artwork.
An artist statement must accompany each submission.
Please review the contest guidelines before submitting.
How to enter:
Submit entries through our online form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdi8eYhU-ZUp7dXPtl0zX_HXDQeOrdtUcVZDakxXaCYyXPsmA/viewform?usp=dialog
We can't wait to see how our talented young artists bring California Dreaming to life!
π Counseling Corner π
π₯π₯π₯ PYLUSD Food Pantries π₯π₯π₯
π« Spirit Days π«
ππ PTA Corner ππ
PYLUSD Non-Discrimination Statement
The Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying -based on a personβs actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups or any other basis protected by law or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment.
For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer: Dr. Issaic Gates, Deputy Superintendent,1301 E. Orangethorpe Ave. Placentia, CA 92870, 714-985-8408, Title IX Coordinator: Dr. Baldwin Pedraza, 1301 E. Orangethorpe Ave. Placentia, CA 92870 [714-985-8670], bpedraza@pylusd.org, Director Student Services, Title II/ ADA Coordinator and Section 504 Coordinator: Renee Gray, Assistant Superintendent Student Support Services,1301 E. Orangethorpe Ave. Placentia, CA 92870, 714-985-8727.
The Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment.
Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School Districtβs Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Educationβs Office for Civil Rights, or both. Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School Districtβs Title IX Coordinator is Dr. Baldwin Pedraza, 1301 E. Orangethorpe Ave. Placentia, CA 92870 [714-985-8670].
The Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School Districtβs nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located at Non-Discrimination State and Notice.
To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, please refer to the Uniform Complaint Policy Form.