ROCK CONNECTION

January 16, 2026

Dear Strasburg Elementary Tribe,

Welcome back! It has been wonderful to see our students and staff return to school with so much energy and excitement after the break. The second half of the year is always a special time as students continue to grow academically and socially, and we are looking forward to many opportunities to come together as a school community. We’re excited to welcome families to Family Fitness Night on Wednesday, January 21st, Reading Glow and Grow Night on Wednesday, January 28th, and our 1st and 2nd Grade Academic Showcase on Wednesday, February 11th. These events highlight the hard work of our students and the strong partnerships we share with our families. Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to a great start to the new year together!

Four Houses One Tribe

Every time you attend an after-school event, you can earn a point for your house! Wear your house shirt and earn two points for your house! Your participation not only supports your classmates and school but also brings your House one step closer to victory. Check the school calendar for upcoming events and make your contribution count. Let’s see which House will take the lead this term!

Homework Club

Students 1st - 5th can stay after school until 5:00 PM for extra homework help on Wednesdays. Homework Club location will be posted on Dojo.

Parents must signup each week for your child to attend.

Use this link for January 28, 2026, is https://forms.gle/vti5AixWk5SL4xww5

The Importance of Arriving on Time

We want to remind families how important it is for students to arrive at school on time each day.

When students are late, they miss important learning time, classroom routines, and opportunities to connect with their peers.

Starting the day on time helps students feel prepared, confident, and ready to learn.

Thank you for your partnership in helping all of our students have a strong start to their school day!

Spelling Bee Buzz: Grades 3–5

We are excited to kick off our annual Spelling Bee for students in 3rd–5th grade! Classroom spelling bees will take place on Friday, January 23rd, and the top 10 spellers from each grade level will advance to our building-wide Spelling Bee on Friday, February 13th.

From there, the top 3 spellers at the building level will move on to represent our school at the Regional Spelling Bee, which we are proud to host on Thursday, March 12th, competing against students from local schools.

We are looking forward to celebrating students’ hard work, perseverance, and love of words as the excitement builds over the coming weeks. Good luck to all of our spellers. We can’t wait to cheer you on!

Brilliant Bear

Aylin Urbina

Clayton Beston

Avishai Karoki

Henry Bacon

Orion Cazares Olivas

Maverick Blackwell

Bodacious Bison

Paxton Teves

Greyson Rickett

Samantha Rivera-Aguirre

Dax Nordloh

Hendrick Herr

Hudson Szekely

Soaring Eagle

Evelyn Osborne

Theodore Marshall

Isaac Molinar Estala

Ethan Clarke

Ryder Richie

Brooklyn Kuzma

Stagtastic Stag

Evelyn Aguirre

Gaia Rowe

Leonardo Vidales-Cano

August Bartfai

Oliver Holden

Naiyah Sarmiento Vidales

Heartfelt Thanks for Your Support in the 16th Cancer Fighters to the Rescue Toy Drive

We want to express our sincere gratitude for your participation in the 16th Cancer Fighters to the Rescue Toy Drive. Because of your generosity, we were able to donate over 5,700 toys to children battling cancer, bringing them joy and Christmas cheer. Your support makes a world of difference, and we are deeply thankful for your involvement.

All pictures and videos have been posted on the Cancer Fighters to the Rescue Facebook page. Now, let's get ready for the 17th Toy Drive—together, we can make it even more impactful! Thank you again for your incredible contribution. Kindness started with you!

-Daniel Alvarado

Strasburg 31J will develop resourceful, responsible, and resilient engaged citizens who are empowered in a safe learning environment for all to achieve their full potential in an evolving world.

Did you know you can help your House rise to the top just by showing up? Did you know you can help your House rise to the top just by showing up?

Homework Club

The Importance of Arriving on Time

Spelling Bee Buzz: Grades 3–5

December House Awards December House Awards

Heartfelt Thanks for Your Support in the 16th Cancer Fighters to the Rescue Toy Drive

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