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Temple City Unified School District

A District of Award-Winning Schools

Tiger Newsletter

Posted Date: 8/29/25 (2:50 PM)

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Contact Us

9501 E. Wendon St., Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 548-5068 (626) 548-5175 Fax
Longden@tcusd.net - Reporting Absences
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Upcoming Events

September 1 Labor Day - No School
September 2-6 SSC Election
September 5 Last Day to Order Spirit Wear!
September 12 TCHS Stadium Ribbon Cutting
September 18 Picture Day
September 24 Spirit Assembly
Click Here For School Calendar
🐯Hello, Longden Families.

A big thank you to everyone who joined us for our first Coffee with the Principal meeting of the school year. We appreciate hearing your thoughts and feedback, and we're excited to keep the conversation going. If you couldn’t make it this time, no worries! Just mark your calendars for our next Coffee with the Principal on September 23, at 9:00 a.m. 

We are pleased to report that our first fire drill was a great success. It was impressive to see how quickly and efficiently our students remembered the procedures. Well done, everyone!

A reminder: today is the final day to submit your SSC nominations. We’d love for you to join us in making our school community even better. Your involvement really makes a difference. Click here to submit your nomination.

Lastly, please remember that school will be closed on Monday, September 1, for Labor Day. Enjoy your long weekend, and we can’t wait to see you on Tuesday! 

🔔👉We need your assistance! Clothing must not disrupt school activities or compromise student safety. Open-toed shoes, sandals, flip-flops, slippers, shoes with wheels, Crocs, and similar footwear are not allowed. If a student's shoes cannot be worn during recess or physical education (PE), they should not be worn to school. Students wearing any of these types of footwear will be sent to the office, and their parents will be contacted. They will remain in the office until safe footwear is provided.

🥵 Please continue sending your children to school with plenty of water, some light and breathable clothing, and sunscreen to keep them protected. Also, please pick them up on time so they don’t have to wait in the sun. 🌞💦

Stay in the loop by reading the entire newsletter for important news, events, and updates. Keeping up to date is key to having a fantastic and productive school year together!

Be part of the joyous moments that make learning at Longden special! Follow us on Instagram at @LongdenTigersTC. Don't forget to check out Mr. Jerry Jambazian's website for some great videos and photos: https://templecityphotos.com/photogallery2025.html
 
Labor Day-No School

School will be closed on Monday, September 1, for Labor Day.

 
PBIS
PBIS
Longden proudly shines as a recipient of the California PBIS Gold Recognition Award. With your help, we aim even higher as we strive for Platinum status!
What is PBIS? 
PBIS is a proactive schoolwide framework emphasizing a consistent and positive culture, prioritizing prevention and positive reinforcement over reaction and punishment. At Longden, we expect our students and staff to embody our Tiger Code - be Kind, Safe, and Responsible. We acknowledge students who uphold Longden's Tiger Code and believe that all students deserve support in their journey toward becoming responsible and successful citizens.
How can you help?
We use positive reinforcement to encourage our students to be Kind, Safe, and Responsible. When students meet our expectations, they can earn Tiger Stripes, which they can redeem for incentives from our Tiger Store, run by our wonderful counselors, Ms. Kathy Betts & Mr. Danny Ramirez. If you would like to help, please consider purchasing items from the Tiger Store Amazon Wish List. You can browse & purchase from our wish list by clicking the button below.
Thank you for your support and generosity!
Tiger Store Amazon Wish List
 
T shirt
BAck

​Longden spirit wear on sale now through September 5th.

Get your hands on our stylish t-shirts, hoodies, jackets, and more by September 5. Order forms have been sent home. Translated pdf's are attached to this newsletter for your convenience.
T shirt order
 
Menu

New interactive lunch menu!

We are happy to share that we have new interactive menus for our families. These menus allow you to click an item to see a photo (coming soon) and the nutritional information. You can view this week's breakfast and lunch menu by visiting our website. 

Menu items and photos are continuously being added, so please be patient with our new system. If you have any questions, please contact Director of Food Services Marisol Cortez at mcortez@tcusd.net.
*Menu items are subject to change
*Be sure to check menus daily to note any changes
Adult education

Temple City Community Adult Education

Free ESL classes & high school diploma.
 
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Ebikes

Traffic & E-Bike Safety

Thank you for a great first full week of school. Just a reminder to always follow traffic rules at drop-off and pick up and watch out for students crossing. All parents and students who are walking, please allow the crossing guard to assist you and follow their directions. All those using e-bikes please be mindful of your speed and those around you. Click here for the E-Bike Safety and Rules
 
Tiger Birthday

Celebrate Your Student’s Birthday in Lights!

Make their day extra special with a birthday shout out on our new digital marquee. Submit your birthday message request using the attached Google form and drop off your $20 tax-deductible donation to the office or pay by credit card using the link in the form. Google Form
Just a friendly note: if you send us any requests during breaks or on days when school is not in session, our response might be delayed until we're back. Thanks for your understanding!
 
Jr. Chorus
Elem Chorus

Elementary Chorus & Junior Chorus

We are so excited to begin Elementary Chorus this year AND offer a Jr. Chorus as well! Miss Lacey will be continuing to direct the Elementary 4-6th Chorus and Mr. Gilbert will be directing a 2nd-3rd grade Chorus at each school site! It's going to be an epic year! We can't wait to sing and perform with you! 

ELEMENTARY CHORUS: Monday (Friday makeups) Cloverly 3pm-3:45pm, Tuesday Longden 3pm-3:45pm, Thursday Emperor 3pm-3:45pm

JR CHORUS: Monday (Friday makeups) La Rosa 2:45-3:30pm, Tuesday Longden 2:45-3:30pm, Thursday Emperor 2:45-3:30pm 

Our first performance for both groups will be at the TC Fall Festival on September 27th. Mark your calendars! :) 

 
 
FNL

Join us for Friday Night Lights in the new stadium

It’s time for…FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS! We hope you can join us for the first ever home football game on the new Bob Hitchcock field on September 12. This will be a chance for our community to celebrate our new facilities. The doors will open at 5pm and guests will get a chance to walk around the new stadium before the 7pm kick off! This historic night is open to everyone in our community, parents, staff, students, alumni - all are welcome. We can’t wait to see you there!
Click here to buy your tickets: https://gofan.co/event/4054566?schoolId=CA19059

ACC

American Cancer Society - Relay for Life

Join TCUSD in supporting the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life event at the Santa Anita Race Track

 
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Pep
 
Food Allergies

Food Allergies

We need your support regarding the sharing of food or drinks.
The rise in food allergies among children means that even the tiniest exposure to allergens could be potentially severe or life-threatening. This year, we've seen an increase in students with various food allergies. Ensuring a safe environment for all students is more crucial than ever.
Here's how you can help make Longden safer for all students:
  • Please remind your child never to share their food and drinks with other students.
  • Please remind your child never to eat or drink anything offered to them by others.
  • Please remind your child to wash their hands before and after eating.
Your support for children with allergies is extremely valuable. Together, we can make a real difference and ensure the safety and well-being of all our students.
 
Absence

Reporting an absence

If your child is absent for any reason, please call, email, or send a note to our front office at:
626-548-5068
Be sure to include:
  • Child's first and last name
  • Date(s) of absence
  • Reason for absence
  • Name of parent/guardian reporting absence
Deliveries

Deliveries

Please be advised that the office does not allow lunch drop-offs, water bottles, instruments, homework, schoolwork, books, etc. Your understanding and cooperation are highly appreciated as we work together to create an environment that maximizes student learning and maintains a safe, closed campus.
What if your child forgets breakfast or lunch?
Our cafeteria will provide nutritious options at no charge.
 
Helping Hands

Would you like to become a Parent Volunteer?

  1.  Please fill out the Longden Parent Volunteer Form
  2.  Have all of the necessary documents requested in the form
  3. Communicate with your child's teacher to confirm the time & date to volunteer.
*Please note: Not all teachers request volunteers. You will still have volunteer opportunities with Longden PTA.
Join PTA

Join PTA Today!

PTA’s mission is to positively impact the lives of all children and families. It has been a supporter of Longden’s students, staff, and the greater Temple City community since 1952. Without PTA and its dedicated group of parent volunteers, Longden wouldn’t be the amazing center for learning that it is today. Help them in their mission by becoming a member today.  
Click HERE to pay by cash or check or or click HERE to join online and pay by credit card or ACH. 
Click Here For Bell Schedule