Principal's Message...
Finally some rain, right? Please stay dry and safe. Don't forget to join us for our first PTA Meeting this Wednesday, February 3rd at 7 pm. With the transition to February comes our Virtual Lovefest! Be sure to sign up here for the upcoming Lovefest, February 11th. There will be a 60s costume/virtual background contest, along with some games, of course prizes, and lots of fun. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out at (714) 430-2052 ext. 52103 or efineberg@tustin.k12.ca.us
Mr. Fineberg
Elementary Information
Mark Your Calendars: Dr. Seuss Read Across America is coming March 2nd. If you'd like to get a sneak peek at some of the great resources and ideas, check out this website.
60's Virtual Lovefest: As we shared above, February 11th @ 5:30 pm is the day for our Virtual Event. Please join us by using this link to sign up for the festivities. It will be super fun and the class with the highest percentage of sign-ups/attendees will earn their teacher/class a special prize.
Middle School Information
Math 6/7 Families: English Version Spanish Version
Math 8 Families: English Version Spanish Version
Algebra 1 Families: English Version Spanish Version
High School Information
Free Online 24/7 Tutoring: We continue to include information below on the Free Tutoring available to all students 24 hours a day/7 days a week free of charge. I've included a flyer with more information. Please encourage your students to use this service.
Plans for 2021-22 School Year: Top 5 Most FAQ
We have received a number of questions from families regarding the 21-22 school year. Included below are the Top 5 most Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will schools be 100% in-person come Fall 2021?
A: This is the million-dollar question across the country right now and TUSD is no different. At this time, it is the intention and hope that all schools will return to full-time in-person instruction. We know that Tustin Connect will continue to offer 100% virtual and once a week in-person instruction options.Q: Do I need to complete a transfer to remain at Tustin Connect in Fall 2021?
A: If you are outside of the District, please continue to submit your release from your District of Residence. A TUSD online transfer is not needed if you are planning to continue to attend TC. If you are looking at returning to your school of residence or previously approved school, be on the lookout for a survey in mid-February.
Q: Do I need to complete a transfer to return to my assigned school in Fall 2021?
A: No, just complete the survey we will be sending out in mid-February and let us know.
Q: I live outside of TUSD, what do I need to do?
A: As mentioned above, please continue to request a release from your district of residence and make sure it is sent to the Transfer's Office.
Q: When do we have to decide where we are going for Fall 2021?
A: We ask that you decide when we send out the survey in mid-February. We understand that things may change, but it's important for staffing purposes that we have an idea. If you have any concerns, you can always reach out to me directly (efineberg@tustin.k12.ca.us)
Hopefully, the information above helps to clarify. Feel free to email Mr. Fineberg any additional questions (efineberg@tustin.k12.ca.us)
Vision and Hearing Update
Mandated Hearing and Vision will not be completed in the usual manner this school year.
Please see the “20/21 Mandated Hearing and Vision Screening Update” document which provides educational information to parents to help them identify potential problems with their child’s hearing or vision.
Parents are encouraged to contact their health care provider, or call the school to arrange for screening with the school nurse, if they suspect there is a problem.
Virtual Musical Theater Classes: Registration Now Open
For parents and students of students ages 9-18: Sergestrom Center is offering an upcoming series of Virtual Musical Theater Classes taking place in February. Registration is now open and classes are first-come, first-served with limited space available. Use the link below to register as soon as possible to guarantee a spot for your student.
The February series includes a total of five live, online classes in musical theater, acting, and dance, and tuition for all five classes is $150. Classes range from 60-75 minutes and are taught live online by some of the industry's leading professional artists and educators. The February session dates, times, and registration are available through this link.
CLICK HERE to register today!
K-12 Digital Books Resource Spotlight
Tustin Unified has a growing collection of over 750 read-along titles available in Sora.
Read-alongs are a great way for students to experience picture books, beginning readers, and easy non-fiction in an eBook format with professionally recorded narration that plays while they read. Read-along features include:
Narration that you can start and stop
Text highlighting so the reader can follow along
Automatic page-turning and speed control
You can find read-alongs by logging into Sora through Clever, select Explore and look for the featured Fiction and Non-Fiction Read-Along collections!
Questions? Visit the TUSD Library Service eBooks & Audiobooks webpage OR contact your site library staff.
Important Upcoming Dates
PTA General Membership Meeting: Wednesday, February 3rd at 7 pm
TC Virtual Lovefest: Thursday, February 11th 5:30 Elementary, 6 pm Middle, 6:30 High
President's Day Holidays(No School): Friday, February 12th, and Monday, February 15th
K-5 Trimester Ends: February 26th
Read Across America: March 2nd
6-12 Quarter 3 Ends: March 12th
Grade 6-12: 24/7 Virtual Tutoring for all Tustin Connect Students
That's right, all TC students have access to this terrific resource. Take a moment to check it out! It's terrific.
Paper/Grade Slam: Don't forget to use this 24/7 free tutoring service! You can even use it for college essay review and SAT and ACT prep. Here are links to a few resources.
How Do Students Use PAPER's Essay Review?
TUSD's School Opening & Safety Plan
The health, safety, and well-being of our students and staff is our top priority as they return to school. When the new school year begins, the on-campus school will look much different than previous years due to new health and safety measures.
Tustin Unified has created a School Opening and Safety Plan that addresses how schools will meet the needs of students in the coming school year. The plan to reopen schools is based on current guidance from public health officials, state agencies, as well as your valuable input from the recent parent survey, and will be updated as the situation evolves. As a result, TUSD has put together two options that will address social-distancing requirements to keep TUSD students and staff safe while also supporting student learning.
For the 2020-21 academic year, Tustin Unified will provide families a choice of two instructional options, including the hybrid model – a blend of in-person and remote learning, and Tustin Connect (K-12) – 100% online virtual school with optional in-person instruction.
The TUSD School Opening and Safety Plan (English linked, Spanish below) covers the many procedures and protocols that are being put in place for a successful and safe reopening. The plan can also be found on the TUSD website at https://www.tustin.k12.ca.us.
PLAN DE SEGURIDAD Y APERTURA DE ESCUELAS PARA EL AÑO ESCOLAR 2020-21
Our Mission
Email: efineberg@tustin.k12.ca.us
Website: www.tustinconnect.org
Location: (K-8) 14741 North B Street; (9-12) 1151 San Juan Street
Phone: (714) 430-2052
Twitter: @tustinconnect