Torrey Pines Elementary School Foundation

Dec. 15, 2020 - Lucky you! The raffle is extended to Friday, Dec. 18!  Your chances are looking good, so don’t miss out on a chance to win a curated seaside movie night or a bundle of gift cards for our favorite local shops!  Let’s support our local shops while supporting TPES!

Buy your Holiday Raffle - Seaside Cinema here!

Buy your Holiday Raffle - Support Local here!

Dec. 3, 2020 - Enter the raffle to win movies on the beach or gift cards!

Looking for a special way to celebrate an occasion? How about a personal movie night on the beach? Enter here for a chance to win a Seaside Cinema Classic Cinema setup for up to 5 guests!

How about a gift card bundle? Buy your raffle tickets for a chance to win a bundle of gift cards from local businesses and TPESF corporate sponsors!  Get your Support Local Business raffle tickets here! 

Contact TPESF Co-VPs of Fundraising for any questions.

Dec. 3, 2020 -  Torrey Pines Elementary School Foundation is working with the San Diego Food Bank to fight hunger from Dec. 7 - 18, 2020! It’s virtual this year! Click here to explore the fun interactive website designed specifically for TPES families. You can donate specific items of food and money. 

You can also drop-off physical food items at the next TPES Distribution Day on Dec.11. We will have San Diego Food Bank bins at the school to collect your generous donations!

Most needed food items include:

• canned meats and tuna

• peanut butter

• canned soup

• canned fruits, veggies, and beans

• spaghetti

• cereal

• mac & cheese

Unable to accept:

• glass jars

• homemade food products

Click here to see a complete list of most needed items. For any questions on the program please contact our Food Drive Chair.

Nov. 30, 2020 -  Don't forget to submit your points to enter the TPESF Scavenger Hunt!

How do students win?  

• 1 item on the list = 1 point.

• 2-in-1 combination = 4 points. For example, if the list said “something with a wet nose” and another item said “something that barks,” you can earn 4 points by finding a dog with a wet nose. 

• 3-in-1 item = 6 points. For example, if the list said “something that is pink,” “something that meows,” and “something with pointy ears,” then you can earn 6 points by finding a cat in a pink tutu!

• Check Nov. 12's eTwig to get the link to submit your total number of points (via parent’s assistance) and favorite photos. 

One student from TK-1st grade, one student from 2nd-3rd grade, and one student from 4th-5th grade with the most points wins a special prize. Please email Alina Mullen and Jen Fiorentino with any questions.

Click on the links below to access the Scavenger Hunt lists by grades:

TK, K, 1st Grade

2nd and 3rd Grade

4th and 5th Grade

Flyers Designed by Cristina Epenesa  

Nov. 18, 2020 - Dear Torrey Pines Families,

This week I would like to introduce you to our new Elementary School Assistant, Kimberly Hines. We are appreciative of Maureen Olsker’s support as our long-term ESA substitute. Maureen’s last day at TPES will be Friday, November 20, and Kimberly’s first day at TPES will be Monday, November 30. 

Kimberly comes to us with many years of experience in the San Diego Unified School District. She is calm, organized, kind and very excited to join our Torrey Pines community! Our office team will now be as follows:

Kimberly Hines: Elementary School Assistant

Jill Pallulat: Attendance Assistant

Anna Czajkowski: School Clerk

Please feel free to reach out to us at any time. We are here to help!

On another note, families of students with IEPs, please mark your calendars for Thursday, December 10, from 4 - 5 pm for a special education parent meeting. I will provide the link for registering for this event in upcoming communication.

And finally, remember that our next Distribution Day is Friday, December 11.

Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday. We are grateful for your continued support of learning at TPES!

Kindly,

Ms. Richard

Progress Reports (Report Cards) on Parent Portal

Please ensure you have logged onto the Parent Portal in PowerSchool to access your child’s report card. Except for grades TK and K, paper copies of the report cards will not be provided. If you have any questions, please email Maureen Olsker, school ESA. Please note, Mrs. Olsker’s last day as a substitute at our school site is November 20.

Nov. 12, 2020 - Let’s go on the adventure together with fellow TPES students! Try to find the items on the list, and you may become a LUCKY WINNER! 

Find your student’s grade-specific list, print a copy or keep it all virtual! 

Let the HUNT begin! How many items can you find? How much fun can you have?

How do students win?  

• 1 item on the list = 1 point.

• 2-in-1 combination = 4 points. For example, if the list said “something with a wet nose” and another item said “something that barks,” you can earn 4 points by finding a dog with a wet nose. 

• 3-in-1 item = 6 points. For example, if the list said “something that is pink,” “something that meows,” and “something with pointy ears,” then you can earn 6 points by finding a cat in a pink tutu!

• Check Nov. 12's eTwig to get the link to submit your total number of points (via parent’s assistance) and favorite photos. 

One student from TK-1st grade, one student from 2nd-3rd grade, and one student from 4th-5th grade with the most points wins a special prize. Please email Alina Mullen and Jen Fiorentino with any questions.

Click on the links below to access the Scavenger Hunt lists by grades:

TK, K, 1st Grade

2nd and 3rd Grade

4th and 5th Grade

Flyers Designed by Cristina Epenesa  

Nov, 12, 2020 - Dear Families,

Yesterday, Wednesday, November 11, was a federal holiday in the US to pay tribute to the people and soldiers who have served our country in the armed forces. 

John F. Kennedy reminds us, “As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” 

Last week during Breakfast and Books, students and I reflected upon the reality that some children throughout the world do not have the opportunity to go to school. 

TPES students shared with me that our country is about opportunity and choices and hope. More than ever, our kids appreciate the fact that they get to go school (pandemic aside) to learn and play each day!

Our military forces help provide and maintain these liberties. Yesterday, I was able to remember and thank my dad, uncles and cousins who have served in the military. I also spent a moment rereading the stories my grandpa told me about WWII. (Thank you to that high school teacher who gave me the assignment of interviewing my grandfather and recording these histories!)

And today, I am recommitting to being of service in the best way I can to the teachers, students and families around me. I am grateful to be a part of TPES, this very special place! Together we create the conditions needed for children to gain the skills and character necessary to continue seeking freedom for all. 

I hope you enjoyed the holiday!

Nona Richard

Nov. 10, 2020 - Oriste Catering & Events are kindly sponsoring a delicious THANKSGIVING DINNER for 6 GUESTS with a value of OVER$350! Enter the raffle NOW for a chance to win and let's take a break from cooking and washing dishes!

Raffle tickets cost $25 per ticket or $60 for 3 tickets.

Raffle ends Nov. 20 at 3pm and winner will be announced that night via eBlast. Please feel free to share this with your friends and family! There is a choice of morning delivery at 10 am or afternoon at 4 pm. Buy your tickets HERE. Good luck!

Oriste Catering & Events Presents:

Our Thanksgiving Special

Aromatic Juicy Turkey

Gravy

Creamy Mash Potato

Cranberry Sauce with a hint of heat

Bourbon Brown Sugar Sweet Potatoes

Roasted Corn

Steamed Green Beans

Stuffing with Sausage, Mushrooms, Cranberry & Candied Pecans

Sliced Ham

Freshly Baked Dinner Rolls & Butter

Pumpkin and/or Pecan Pie

Nov. 4, 2020 - SCAN RECEIPTS with BOX TOPS PRODUCTS within 14 DAYS and SAVE CLIPS for 2ND CLASS CONTEST! 

Help TPES earn money by downloading the Box Tops App here. Please scan your receipts WITHIN 14 DAYS of purchase, when you buy participating products with Box Tops for Education. Learn how to submit digitally and earn points towards your class here.

You can also clip and save traditional Box Tops, which will be collected in February, either at Distribution Day, or in onsite classrooms if they resume by then. All of these count to help your class win this school year’s second class contest, ending in February! 

CONGRATULATIONS to MR. SERAFIN'S CLASS for WINNING the FIRST CONTEST! Class standings updates will be posted here. The contest prize will be decided by the teacher and their class, and could consist of a virtual party or extra recess! 

For any questions on the program, please contact our Box Tops Coordinator, Veda Palmer.

Nov. 4, 2020 - Dear Parents,

Please join us this Fri. Nov 6, 9 - 9.30 am, for our Principal & Foundation Chat. If you have questions or topics you would like addressed, please feel free to send me an email in advance, so I can be best prepared for your time. I am looking forward to chatting with all of you! Zoom meeting information can be found in the today's e-Twig.

This week, our students and teachers are signing their names on the No Place For Hate Promise. Ms. Riney has shared a video with all classes reviewing this special pledge. 

No Place For Hate Promise:

Congratulations are in order for all students who participated in our recent Student Council Elections. What amazing speeches! 

Whether onsite or online, our students are committed to being the best they can be. 

Wishing you a great week!

Nona Richard