Community School
Handy Elementary
April News Letter
Community
At Handy Elementary, our community is everything. It is unity, support, and a shared commitment to our students and their families. We believe that when schools and families come together, our students thrive. Handy is more than a school—it is a place where everyone belongs, feels supported, and is valued. Our doors are always open, and you are always welcome.
A Special Farewell to Principal Jeff Morgan
Handy Elementary gave our awesome Principal Jeff Morgan a heartfelt clap-out through our hallways. Students and staff cheered him on, showing just how loved and appreciated he is.
Thank you, Mr. Morgan, for your leadership, kindness, and for always caring about our Handy community. We wish you the very best in your new role at the district. You will be missed, and you will always have open arms waiting for you at Handy Elementary. Congratulations on this exciting new chapter!
Student Field Trips
April was a field-trip kind of month! From the OC Fire Department visit, to Discovery Cube, to the Water Festival, our Handy students had a busy and exciting month full of learning and fun.
We are so grateful for these wonderful opportunities and for the amazing Handy teachers and staff who make these experiences possible for our students. Handy teachers rock!
OC Hub Official Inauguration
The HUB had their official opening in April. Congratulations to the Hub. They have been a huge support to our Orange USD community schools. Congratulations, keep it going, and thank you so much for all the support you provide to us and all of our Orange community.
Congratulations to Our New ELAC Committee!
Congratulations to our ELAC community and our newly elected committee members: President Alejandra Gomez, Vice President Maricela de la Cruz, and Secretary Edmila Torres.
A special congratulations to our ELAC committee for hosting their first ELAC meeting and presenting during the agenda. You all did an amazing job! We look forward to a great year together with your support and leadership. Keep it going!
Laura's House Presented - Self-Care & Stress Management Workshop
We had a wonderful workshop with Laura’s House on self-care and stress management. Families learned simple ways to relax, breathe, and better understand how stress affects our health. When we take care of ourselves, we are better able to support our students, our families, and our overall well-being.
Join Us This May! Upcoming Events
We’re excited to share the upcoming events we’ll be hosting in our Community Room this May! We hope you can join us and be part of these wonderful opportunities to connect and grow together. Please see the schedule below—thank you!