Cub Connection
Week of May 4, 2026
This week is Teacher Appreciation day and our Cubs appreciate their teachers! Garfield teachers work countless hours, weekends, evenings, summers, and every school break prepping and preparing lessons and activities that engage our students in learning. They genuinely care not only about your student's education but your student's developing character and wellbeing. If you see your student's teacher this week, be sure to say thank you!
The state testing window this year is May 4-29. All students grades 3-6 in elementary across California will participate in these tests and it is our students opportunity to show how much they have learned. We're very excited about the progress our Cubs have made in the 24-25 school year!
What to expect: All students will take the English language arts (ELA) and math tests online. Additionally, 5th grade will take a science test. Your child's teacher will notify students and parents of their specific test schedule.
How can you help? We value the partnership with our parent community throughout the school year and hope you can reinforce the following concepts for test preparation at home.
- Come rested, relaxed, and ready
- Eat a good breakfast
- Take your time and stay focused
- Think positive thoughts!
Parents: Please do not schedule any appointments on a test day. If your child comes in late to a testing session, they will not be able to join their class and will have to take the test on a make up day. Please check the schedule your teacher provides for your specific dates.
