LTUSD Newsletter
January 19, 2026
Please click on the picture to view the video of the Chat with the Superintendent.
Greetings LTUSD friends and families,
January is School Board Appreciation Month, and I would like to take a moment to recognize and thank our dedicated Board of Trustees for their service to our students, families, and community.
Thank you to Board President Lauri Kemper, Board Clerk Jon Hetherton, and Trustees Val Mansfield, Ellen Camacho, and Bob Anderson, Student Board members Arya Saini and Miri Lucksinger. Each of them gives generously of their time, energy, and expertise in support of LTUSD.
Our board members care deeply about student success and are committed to leading LTUSD with integrity, thoughtfulness, and a strong focus on what is best for kids. We are grateful for their leadership, guidance, and continued dedication to our schools.
Please join me in thanking our school board members for all they do on behalf of LTUSD.
Pictured above are board members during the Annual Retreat.
Teresa Schow
LTUSD Public Information Officer
Recap of the December 11, 2025, Board of Education Meeting
Pictured to the right are Student Board Members Arya Saini and Miri Lucksinger. They shared highlights from their attendance and presentation at the California School Boards Association Annual Conference in Sacramento in early December. The Board also held its annual organizational meeting. For more information, please follow the link to the Tahoe Daily Tribune article.
Jan 20: Community Conversation - Student Cell Phone Use in the Schools
Join LTUSD for a meaningful and engaging discussion about student cell phone use in schools. This collaborative Community Conversation offers families, staff, and community members an opportunity to share perspectives, ask questions, and learn together.
Superintendent Cutler will facilitate the discussion and help guide a thoughtful exchange of ideas.
Community Conversation Details:
Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: South Tahoe Middle School
2940 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe
Parking is available at Timberwolf Plaza on the blacktop.
All community members are welcome to attend.
Loop Bus Changes
Due to an unexpected shortage of available bus drivers, we have cut one of our afternoon bus routes. This change allowed us to consolidate runs and ensure that all students get home safely and on time.
Students who previously rode Route K Loop Bus will be reassigned to other buses in the afternoon only. Morning routes will remain unchanged.
To help you understand how this affects your child, an updated copy of all bus routes and stop times is available on the LTUSD website. Please review the new schedule carefully and compare it with the previous one to identify any changes to your child’s stop or arrival time.
Click on the bus for the updated bus schedule.
TWBI at Bijou: Submit a Commitment Form to Enter the Lottery
Bijou Community School (Bijou) is planning ahead for the 2026–27 school year and is preparing for incoming TK and Kindergarten students.
If you have a child who will be starting TK or Kindergarten in the 2026–27 school year and is interested in the Bijou Two Way Bilingual Immersion (TWBI) program, we invite you to stop by the Bijou office to complete a commitment form.
Families who already have a student enrolled in the TWBI program and have younger siblings entering TK or Kindergarten in the fall should also submit a commitment form.
📄 Commitment forms are available:
Online at bijou.ltusd.org
In person at the Bijou front office
Thank you for supporting the Bijou community. Feel free to send anyone interested to Bijou.
Please click on the flyer for the Spanish version.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His vision of justice, service, and compassion continues to inspire us to build inclusive communities where every individual is valued and respected. As we reflect on his words and actions, we are reminded that positive change begins with understanding, courage, and kindness toward one another.
Reimagining Classrooms, Inspiring Learning!
Since 2022, LTUSD has proudly partnered with Meteor Education to reimagine learning spaces for our students. Together, we have designed and launched 13 innovative pilot classrooms across PreK–12, all focused on creating engaging, flexible, and student-centered environments. In addition to new furniture, pilot teachers have received targeted support on how to use these spaces to encourage collaboration, movement, and deeper learning.
This work continues to grow. Recently, the LTUSD Leadership Team participated in a meaningful professional development training hosted by Meteor Education, deepening our shared understanding of how intentionally designed space supports teaching and learning. Insights gained from both the pilot classrooms and the leadership training are now helping guide district-wide standards for future learning spaces, ensuring all students benefit from this innovative and forward-thinking work.
Pictured above are LTUSD leaders participating in the professional development training.
Every Child Belongs: Understanding Student Education Rights in California
All children in California have the following rights:
Right to a Free Public Education: All children have a right to equal access to free public education, regardless of their or their parents'/guardians' immigration status.
Information Required for School Enrollment: Schools must accept a variety of documents from the student's parent or guardian to demonstrate proof of the child's age or residency, and schools are not required to keep a copy of the document used as proof of the child's age.
Confidentiality of Personal Information: Federal and state laws protect student education records and personal information. These laws generally require that schools obtain written consent from parents or guardians before releasing student information, unless the release of information is for educational purposes, is already public, or is in response to a court order or subpoena.
For more information, please click on the picture.
Join the LTUSD Team! We are currently hiring for cafeteria workers, custodians, instructional assistants, substitute teachers, bus drivers, and more! Competitive pay, full-time jobs with comprehensive benefits, great people in a fun atmosphere. Apply at the District Office or online at edjoin.org.
Jan 30: Free performance of Push Physical Theatre
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Feb 25: Free Family Night - Soul Shoppe
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St. Theresa continues their B&B 4 Kids’ School Year Weekend Food Bag program. The weekend food bags are distributed every Friday to all schools in LTUSD. Each bag contains seven single-serving, kid-friendly meals (two breakfasts, two lunches, and three dinners), fresh fruit, and protein-enriched snacks to supplement weekend nourishment.
B&B 4 Kids’ School Healthy Snack program will also be providing boxes of protein bars to each school to distribute to children who may become hungry during the school day. B&B 4 Kids provides over 500 nutrition bars to the schools on a weekly basis in order to meet the demand of children needing supplemental food during the school day.
Parents interested in determining eligibility for their child to receive these B&B 4 Kids weekend food bags can contact their child’s school office for an application form or click on the picture for the application and turn it into their school office.
High Sierra Softball Registration
High Sierra Softball is excited to kick off another great season! Registration for the 2025 spring season will be open January 1 – February 15, and you can register online at highsierrasoftball.com.
The league is open to girls ages 5–17, and the season runs April 13 – June 7. High Sierra Softball offers a fun, supportive environment where players build skills, confidence, and a love for the game.
High Sierra Softball is also looking for volunteers, coaches, and umpires to help make this season our best yet.
Questions? Email anytime at highsierrasoftball@gmail.com.
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K-12 Free Math Tutoring at LTCC
When: Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Where: The LTCC mezzanine (most of the way up the main stairway).
Details: Students show up with their math questions, and LTCC tutors will help them. The tutoring is free and no reservations are required.
Link to the LTCC math department.
Click on the flyer for the Spanish version.
🦷 New Medi-Cal Dental Clinic Now Open in South Lake Tahoe! 🦷
Located at 3443 Lake Tahoe Blvd, Ste #2, offering:
Family Dental Care for All Ages
Exams & Cleanings
Restorative Treatment
Se habla español
Accepting Medi-Cal & offering income-based discounts.
📞 Call now to schedule: 530-497-5016
Please click on the flyer for the Spanish version.
California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) This 20 percent discount applies to qualified low-income residential customers or customers who participate in at least one of the qualified public assistance programs, such as Medi-Cal or CalFresh.
Medical Baseline Allowance Liberty offers an assistance program for residential customers who have special energy needs due to qualifying medical conditions. Qualifying customers receive an extension of their lower rate baseline allowance on their monthly energy bill and, when possible, advanced notice for a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS).
Visit Electric Financial Help page for information on other Liberty programs that can help you save money and energy.