Madrona Family Memo
Our Wildcat Motto: Be Responsible, Be Respectful!
This Tuesday, August 25 will also be Late Start schedule at Torrance High School. They have several Tuesdays that will not be late start, and one Thursday that will be late start due to their Back to School Night.
Please note Tuesdays that will not be THS Late Start - On these days, students must arrive before 8:30 am/at regular start time, even if Madrona observes Late Start schedule
- 9/29/26 (week of 10/2 Student Free Day)
- 10/27/26 (THS College & Career Day)
- 01/19/27 (week of THS Semester 1 Finals)
- 04/27/27 (week of THS ELA testing)
- 05/18/27 (week of THS MATH testing)
- 06/01/27 (week of THS Senior Finals)
- 06/08/27 (week of Semester 2 Finals)
- 09/10/26 Thursday Late Start (morning after THS Back to School Night)
Wednesdays and Thursdays = Tartar Tutorial Schedule beginning August 26th.
Students in Ms. Clarke's 6th Grade Social Studies class enjoyed getting to know their teacher and classmates while previewing the exciting historical journeys ahead this year!
PE Uniforms & Online Ordering
For families who would like to purchase a uniform featuring our school logo - the online store is open! This uniform order is optional. Orders will be fulfilled in 2-week batches during August and September and Items will be delivered to PE classes in labeled bags.
Note: Students enrolled in a Physical Education class are required to wear a red top (t-shirt or sweatshirt) and black bottoms (shorts or sweat pant), socks, and sneakers for PE. This can be any red t shirt and black shorts/sweat pants that appropriate for physical fitness/exercise that your student already has at home.
Keeping Our Wildcats Cool and Safe
Student comfort and well-being are our priorities during warmer late-summer days. We are fortunate that our school location usually brings a breeze across campus! On days when temperatures rise above normal, proactive steps are taken to ensure our students remain safe, cool, and active in healthy ways:
Limiting Outdoor Play and blacktop use during peak heat hours. Cool, indoor spaces provide welcome shelter during snack and lunch.
Prioritizing Hydration: Encouraging students to refill their water bottles and taking frequent water breaks throughout the day.
Attentive Care: Monitoring students closely for signs of heat sensitivity and adjusting schedules as needed.
Following Expert Guidance: Adhering directly to LA County Department of Public Health & TUSD heat safety guidelines.
How You Can Help at Home Please help us prepare your student for warm days by reminding them to:
Wear light-colored, breathable clothing (cotton and linen).
Bring a refillable water bottle every day - students can replenish them anytime using water bottle refill stations above the water fountains.
Thank you for your ongoing partnership in keeping our Wildcats safe, healthy, and ready to learn!
Madrona Family Guidelines for i-Ready & My Path Usage (w/ translations)
Please review the i-Ready Parent Letter (with available translations) for helpful details on i-Ready and My Path, as well as information regarding our Beginning of the Year Diagnostic scheduled for Wednesday, September 9 (ELA) and Thursday, September 10 (Math).
Once the system rolls over for the 2026–27 school year, TUSD will provide a new access code for Family Reports. We will share this code with families as soon as testing is complete so you can view your student's results.
Health Office Reminder For Rising/Incoming 7th Graders!
Madrona Health Office emailed a reminder to Current 6th-graders / Rising 7th grade parents/guardians regarding their student's required Tdap and 2nd Varicella Immunizations for the 2026-2027 school year. If you received an email, it is important to send the Health Office your student's updated vaccination record now so there are no issues with school entry or schedule delays in the fall.
Please Note: If you did not receive an email from the Health Office, your child is up to date on their immunizations and all set for 7th grade. Any questions, please email madronahealthoffice@tusd.org.
SaySomething Anonymous Reporting System
TUSD students are encouraged to use the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System offered through the Sandy Hook Promise to keep our schools secure and our students safe.
This life-saving service empowers you, our students, and our community members to anonymously report any concerns, including potential threats, bullying, or individuals who may be at risk of harming themselves or others. There are three ways to make a report:
Call the 24/7 crisis hotline counselors at 1-844-5-SayNow (1-844-572-9669)
Download the mobile app at Google Play or Apple Store
Submit a tip through their secure website
TUSD Online Learning Resources (Clever and Schoology)
All TUSD students access the online version of textbooks and educational resources (including textbooks) through the TUSD CLEVER portal
Have your student log in to CLEVER (https://clever.com/in/torrance) using their TUSD email and password to show you all of their online learning tools.
- Schoology - an online learning management system where teachers post agendas and assignments. Family accounts are sync'd from PowerSchool, and families only if they have made an access account there - Here is our help page for families.
- iReady - a resource teachers use to support learning in essential Reading and Math domains.
- and more!
Local Technology Resources for Students & Families
Options for students without access to computers at home:
- The Madrona Library - computers are available for student use before school (8:15 am-8:35 am) and during lunch (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Fridays)
- The Madrona After School Homework Club (3:30-4:30 pm) - Monday (Rm 14), Tuesday (Rm 9) -Wednesday (Rm 6)
- Madrona ELOP Program (3:30-6:00 pm)
- City of Torrance - Katy Geissert Library (located on the corner of Torrance Blvd/Madrona Avenue) - Monday, Wednesday: 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.. Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.. Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
TUSD DevELOPment Academy
The application for Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP) is open. The program provides after-school care, academic support, enrichment activities, and a safe environment for TK- 6th grade students outside of the regular school day.
Space is limited. Priority enrollment is given to students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals, foster youth, and students experiencing homelessness.
Families interested in enrolling for the 2026–2027 school year will need to complete an application.
Application Link: https://tusd.arux.app/
For more information, please visit the TUSD ELOP website.
Ralphs Community Contribution Program
Sign up for Ralphs/Kroger Community Rewards Community Contribution Program at NO added cost to you. Use Madrona's Organization ID UF902. Click here
Madrona's Amazon Charitable Donation "Wish" List
Looking for a way to help out our school? We are ALWAYS in need of tissue boxes, reams of paper, and school supplies! Donations are greatly appreciated. Madrona Middle School Wishlist Link
If you purchase items online, please have it delivered to:
Madrona Middle School 21364 Madrona Avenue Torrance, CA 90503 310-533-4562. Thank you! If you have items delivered to your home, please drop off at the front office (or) have your student bring items in.
Thank you, Madrona Families!
Madrona was named South Bay’s BEST Public Middle School for 2026!
Following our FAVORITE spot in 2025 and BEST recognition in 2024, this single-award honor belongs to our entire school family. Thank you for your continued support and for making the Wildcat community extraordinary.
