FRIDAY FLASH
September 11th, 2026 ARES School Newsletter

Important Upcoming Dates
10/25 - Trunk or Treat!
10/26-10/30 - Red Ribbon Week (Spirit Day flyer attached)
10/28 - Kona Ice (after school)
11/2 - Staff Development Day (NO SCHOOL)
11/3 -PTA General Association Meeting
11/6 - Wear Patriotic Colors
11/6 - Veteran's Day Friday Flag/Honor Parade
11/10 - Day of Awesomeness
11/11 -Veteran's Day observed (No School)
RED RIBBON WEEK
TRUNK OR TREAT -This Sunday 10/25!
Order by October 31st and get 10% off!
Friday Flag
Next Friday Flag is October 30th
Please bring a valid ID and check in through the office.
Join the ARES Team! Positions Available
PTA
Join Team PTA: We’re Looking for a Membership Chair!
Do you love connecting with people and bringing our school community together? We’re looking for an enthusiastic PTA Membership Chair to help us invite families, teachers, and staff to join our mission!
What you’ll do:
Help spread the word about why joining the PTA matters.
Brainstorm fun, creative ways to recruit and welcome new members.
Keep track of membership goals and celebrate our community’s support!
Why you’ll love it:
Flexible commitment
A wonderful way to meet other families and make a direct impact on our school.
Plenty of support and teamwork from the rest of the board (you won't be doing it alone!).
Ready to help us grow our school family? Reach out to us at pattilarson@arespta.org
Let’s make this our best year yet!
2026-2027 ARES Events Calendar (subject to change)
TVUSD ANNUAL PARENT/FAMILY SURVEY
Intradistrict Transfers
“Explore New Worlds: Every Day is an Adventure!”
Unlocking New Quests! 🍁 Hands-On Learning & Beating the Autumn Slump
Dear TVUSD Elementary Families,
As the autumn season sets in, our district-wide "Level Up" attendance journey moves into an exciting new realm! October is packed with brand-new subjects, hands-on experiments, and interactive group projects that bring learning to life for our young scholars.
This month, our focus is on encouraging students to discover new passions through active classroom experiences while keeping our daily attendance strong to prevent the early "fall attendance slump."
How to Beat the Fall Slump & Stay Charged Up:
🧪 Hands-On Classroom Quests: October features engaging science activities, creative art projects, and collaborative group tasks. These tactile, interactive lessons can't be replicated on a make-up worksheet—showing up in person lets students fully experience the fun!
🛡️ Shield Against Seasonal Fatigue: Shorter days and cooler mornings can make waking up a bit tougher. Keeping consistent bedtimes, laying out clothes the night before, and maintaining steady morning routines shield your child from morning rush stress and attendance slumps.
🗺️ Explore New Learning Realms: From fresh reading units to interactive math games, everyday attendance gives your child the complete map to explore new subjects and build confidence alongside their classmates.
📊 Keep the Streak Alive: Celebrate your child’s weekly attendance milestones! Small daily victories build momentum that carries students smoothly through the fall term.
When students show up every day, they unlock new discoveries and build friendships that make school an exciting place to be. If your family needs support with morning routines, transportation, or seasonal attendance challenges, please contact our front office—we are always here to help your student succeed!
Let’s beat the slump, discover new skills, and Level Up together this fall!
MEAL APPLICATIONS
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2026-2027 Student and Parent Handbook
Important District Links
Abby Reinke Elementary
Website: https://www.tvusd.k12.ca.us/ARES
Location: 43799 Sunny Meadows Dr, Temecula, CA 92592
Phone:(951) 302-6610