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Temple City Unified School District

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Tiger Newsletter

Posted Date: 10/17/25 (2:45 PM)

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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

October 21 PTA Fun Run Fundraiser (Let's do this!)
October 22 Unity Day
October 22 Coffee with the Principal
October 24 PTA's Family Movie Night
October 27-31 Red Ribbon Week
October 31 Halloween Parade
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⋆。‧˚ʚ🐯ɞ˚‧。⋆Hello, Longden Families.

We had another fantastic week of learning and fun at Longden, and here are some highlights!

🎃˖°🤠🐐🚜🐴 4th graders had a total blast at Kellogg Ranch in Pomona—because seriously, who wouldn’t? With perfect weather, beautiful views, cute animals, and fresh pumpkins to take home, it was basically a day made of sunshine and smiles. They came back happy and with a little extra knowledge about the magic of nature. Follow us on Instagram to see more pictures of this field trip!

🛑 Students did an awesome job during the Great California ShakeOut drill. Students remained calm, quiet, and followed instructions with ease —demonstrating their readiness and understanding of emergency procedures.
A big thank-you to our PTA for their participation. They successfully carried out the student pick-up process as they would in a real emergency, helping us test and strengthen our safety protocols.
We also commend our faculty and staff for their preparedness and smooth execution of the drill.

🚀🪐🔬Mrs. Guarneros and Mr. Liu's students had no idea learning could be this fun as they explored the California Science Center. Students returned with big smiles, full minds, and a better understanding of the world of science.

We have another exciting week planned for next week. Here's a quick sneak peek of the fun activities we’ve lined up:
  • ✧。٩(ˊᗜˋ )و✧*。🥇🥈The day students have been eagerly waiting for is finally here!—this Monday, October 20, our special guests will choose the winners of the Library’s pumpkin decorating contest! We can’t wait to see which creative masterpieces take the prizes!
  • 🏃🏻‍♀️‍➡️🏃🏻‍♂️‍➡️The PTA Fun Run is on Tuesday, October 21. If you haven't signed up to donate, no worries - there's still a little more time, but don't delay, do it today at MyBooster.com! We need YOU to help us make it happen. Let's do this! .💪💰🫶
  • ˙✧˖°☕ ༘ ⋆。 ˚Monthly Coffee with the Principal. We have a lot of information to share, so make sure not to miss this meeting.
  • Unity Day - Uniting for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion.

ఇ ◝‿◜ ఇ⋆📸📲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
 

Coffee with the Principal ☕️ on October 22.

We’ve got plenty of important updates and exciting news to share—don’t miss this month’s meeting! Join us for coffee, conversation, and a chance to stay connected with everything happening at Longden.
Looking forward to seeing you there! So, mark your calendars for October 22, at 9:00 AM via Zoom.
Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 370 238 1002 Passcode: 026086
 
RRW

Red Ribbon Week Oct. 27-31 -Spirit Days

  • Monday – Kickoff: Wear Red

  • Tuesday – Team Up Tuesday: Jersey or Team Shirt Day

  • Wednesday – Bright Futures: Neon or Sunglasses Day

  • Thursday – Dream Big: Pajama Day

  • Friday – Spirit Day: School Colors/Spirit Wear or Halloween Costume
TOT

🎃🍫🍭🍬Help Us Make Halloween Extra Special! 🍬

🎃🍫We’re excited to continue our wonderful tradition of Halloween fun, and we need your help to make it extra special! Our lower-grade students (TK-3) will be visiting the upper-grade classrooms (4-6) for fun trick-or-treating.

We’d be so grateful if you could donate a bag or two of candy to help make this event extra sweet!
Please drop off your treats at the front office by Wednesday, October 29.

Thank you for your generosity and support—we’re looking forward to a spooktacular time! 🍭🍬
 
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Menu
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
 
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!
 
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. 
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