FRIDAY FLASH
September 11th, 2026 ARES School Newsletter

Important Upcoming Dates
9/8 -10/9 - Candy Monster collections for Trunk or Treat(see flyer below)
10/25 -NEW DATE for Trunk or Treat!
10/12- 10/16 - Parent/Teacher Conference Week
10/16 - Pink Day (Wear Pink in honor of Cancer Awareness Month)
10/23 - FIrst Responder Parade (See Flyer Below)
10/26-10/30 - Red Ribbon Week (Spirit Day flyer attached)
SCHEDULE CHANGES FOR VAPA CLUB AND SEWING CLUB
Club Schedule Adjustment for 10/12-10/16 Conference Week
Please note the following schedule adjustments for after-school clubs during Parent-Teacher Conference Week:
Sewing Club: CANCELED on Tuesday, 10/13.
Drama Club & VAPA Club: Shifted to 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM on Monday (TK–2nd grade) and Thursday (3rd–5th grade).
Math At Home
Join the ARES Team! Positions Available
First Tee Golf Club
Chessmasters
RED RIBBON WEEK
Order by October 31st and get 10% off!
Friday Flag
Due to Student Conference Week, there will be NO Friday Flag on October 16th
Next Friday Flag is October 23rd
Please bring a valid ID and check in through the office.
PTA
First Responder Parade
Special Note for TK/Kinder Late Owls:
Our Friday Flag Assemblies are always open to families! If you have a Late Owl and would like to join us for the First Responders High Five Parade, you are more than welcome to attend with your child. Late Owls may sit with their class during the event, but please note that they must return home afterward until their regularly scheduled school time.
“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!
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School Attendance is Vital
Attendance Matters! Missing just two days every month puts students at risk of falling behind. Attendance is the first way you can help your child succeed in school. If your child is absent, please report in one of the following ways:
Call the 24 hour absence line to leave a message: 951-302-6621
Call the front office during school hours: 951-302-6610
Email Jennifer Palumbo, Attendance Clerk: jpalumbo@tvusd.us
Please give the date, name of your child, teacher name and reason for absence.
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