Tiger Newsletter

Posted Date: 08/21/26 (03:00 PM)

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Be Kind–Be Safe–Be Responsible

August 26

Fire Drill

August 28

PTA Back to School Family Night

September 7

Labor Day – No School

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Hello Longden Families!

We had a fantastic first week of learning and fun!

🎉 Spirit, Smiles & Tiger Pride!

On Wednesday, our Tigers brought BIG energy and school spirit to our first spirit assembly!

We’re looking forward to keeping the fun going each month as different grade levels take the lead and highlight a special character trait. Here’s to a year full of connection, celebration, and T-I-G-E-R spirit!

🎶 Music Recruitment Tour!

Thursday morning, students in grades 4–6 enjoyed fantastic performances by the TCHS band and orchestra, along with the Brighter Side singers, while getting a fun peek at the many instruments they can learn.

💛 Back to School Night

Our school was buzzing with excitement as teachers welcomed families, shared what’s in store for the year, and gave families a peek into their classroom routines and expectations. A big thank-you to all the families who joined us and helped make the evening such a successful and enjoyable evening

🤝 Join PTA Today!

Together, we can make Longden an even more amazing place to learn, grow, and thrive! Our PTA and parent volunteers work hard to enrich our students’ school experience and strengthen our community. Join us in supporting the PTA’s mission—become a PTA member today and help make a difference! Click HERE to pay by cash or check or click HERE to join online and pay by credit card or ACH.

We have an exciting week coming up!

Wednesday: Our first fire drill of the school year.
Friday: Back-to-School Family Night. We look forward to celebrating with a fun night of community, connection, and family fun!

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TCUSD & Community News

Interested in more events? Need Translated flyers? Click here

For more photos and videos of TCUSD events visit TempleCityPhotos.com

Sign up for Junior Pep!

Junior Pep is a great way for any TCUSD student to shadow a TCHS Pep Cheer student! Each participant will be partnered with a TCHS Pep member who will teach them cheers and a routine. They will then perform during the first half of the varsity football game on Thursday, September 18. Click here to sign up!

Start Your Musical Journey at TCUSD

Interested in becoming part of TCUSD’s band or orchestra? Click here for more information and to register. Whether you have some experience or are new to music, there is a class for you.

Reminder to all Elementary Student Parents who have children who will be joining music for the first time, please join us for the Elem. Beginning Music Parent Meeting at Oak Ave on

Monday, August 24 from 6:30 – 7:30pm.

Campus Information

Contact Us

9501 E. Wendon St., Temple City, CA 91780

(626) 548-5068 (626) 548-5175 Fax

Longden@tcusd.net - To report absences

Instagram & Longden Website

Food Services & Interactive Menu

TCUSD

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!

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

Longden@tcusd.net

Be sure to include:

Child's first and last name
Date(s) of absence
Reason for absence
Name of parent/guardian reporting absence

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.

Would you like to become a Parent Volunteer?

Please fill out the Longden Parent Volunteer Form
Have all of the necessary documents requested in the form
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 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.

E-Bike Safety Reminder

This is a reminder to ride your e-bikes safely! Remember:

E-bike riders must follow the same traffic rules as traditional cyclists.
Riders must obey all traffic laws and posted signs.
E-bikes are allowed on approved bike lanes and roadways.
Tandem riding is not allowed unless proper seating is provided.
Riders under 18 are required to wear a helmet.

Please click here for Temple City's E-Bike Safety Information

New Interactive Menus!

We’re excited to introduce our new interactive menus for families! Click on any item to view its photo (coming soon) and nutritional details. Check out this week’s breakfast and lunch menus on our website.

Menu items and photos are being added regularly, so thank you for your patience as we update the system.

Questions? Contact Marisol Cortez, Director of Food Services, at mcortez@tcusd.net

Menu items are subject to change. Please check menus daily for updates.