🐯 Tiger Newsletter

Posted Date: 10/30/26 (03:14 PM)

"Be Kind to One Another"

Dear Longden Family,

What a wonderful week we’ve had! It was filled with fun activities, laughter, and so many people working together to make it extra special for our students.

I hope everyone enjoys a restful three-day weekend.

Thank you for being part of such a great week. We can't wait to see you all on Tuesday!

𝜗ৎ A fantastic Red Ribbon Week at Longden!

The whole week was filled with energy as we celebrated making a difference, being heroes, and making healthy choices. I don’t think I’ve ever seen so many students jump into the daily dress-up themes with such excitement!

Our counselors’ morning messages set a positive and encouraging tone each day, and it really showed in the smiles around campus.

A huge thank you to the San Gabriel Police Department for visiting us, greeting our students, and handing out stickers as part of their community outreach.

𓆩^._.^𓆪 Halloween Parade!

Thank you to everyone who came out to enjoy our Halloween Parade!

We originally planned to hold it on the lawn, but overnight rain left the grass too wet and slippery for our students.

Thanks to Mr. Javier, who created an alternate route on the blacktop, we were still able to enjoy a fun parade!

As always, our students and staff outdid themselves with their creativity and Halloween spirit.

A big thank-you to Jerry Jambazian for capturing the fun! Photos and video will be available shortly on his website, TempleCityPhotos.com

🍭 Trick or Treat!

Thank you so much for your generous candy donations! It warms my heart to know that we can always count on your support. Because of you, our primary-grade students had a frightfully sweet morning as they went trick-or-treating through the upper-grade classrooms!

🕸 The fun continued in the library where the Halloween excitement was just getting started.

The entire school got to experience the library’s special walk-through Halloween maze. Students ventured through a winding path of tall, spooky bookshelves draped in giant spider webs, with creepy spiders lurking along the way. The lighting, creepy decorations, fun inflatables, and surprises transformed the library into an unforgettable Halloween adventure.

🪇 Dia de Los Muertos

On Friday, November 6, PTA will display our annual community ofrenda (altar) at Longden. The day honors and celebrates the memories of loved ones who have passed. Stay tuned– more details will be shared shortly.

Professional Development

Please remember there’s no school on Monday, November 2.

Upcoming Events

November 2 No school - staff development day

November 2-6 National School Psychology

Week

November 6 PTA Dia de los Muertos celebration

November 11 Veterans Day - No school

Next week's menu

Celebrate Red Ribbon Week 10/26 - 10/30!

TCUSD & Community News

Interested in more events? Need Translated flyers? Click here

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

TCUSD offers a variety of support for our families. Click here to learn more about resources.

Addams Family Jr cast

Be a part of our Temple City High School musical - The Addams Family! Auditions for Junior Cast members (Grades 3-8) are next Friday 11/6.

Click here to complete the audition form

Girl Scouts

Interested in joining Girl Scouts? Come check out this great event at the Temple City Library and explore what it will be like to join a girl scout troop!

Mandarin Dual Immersion

Application is open October 19 for our Mandarin Dual Language Immersion Program at Longden Elementary for the 2027–2028 school year. Click here for more information and to apply.

Camellia Festival Royal Play Day (1st Gr Only)

The Camellia Festival Committee is looking for the next Royal Court! Children selected to serve as a member of the 2027 Royal Court or as a Banner Carrier will participate in the 83rd Temple City Camellia Festival Parade on February 27, 2027, open the Carnival, and make several appearances representing the Temple City Camellia Festival throughout the year. The Play Day Contest includes games, making a craft, and public speaking, and is inclusive to all eligible participants.

83rd Temple City Camellia Festival Royal Court Play Day Contest Application

Application Deadline Monday, November 9, 2026
Location: Live Oak Park Community Center located at 10144 Bogue Street Temple City
Play Day Contest: Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 9:00 am
Time: Child must be present from 9:00 am until 12:00 pm to participate.

Rules to Participate:

Contestants MUST attend First Grade; and MUST RESIDE within the boundaries of the Temple City Unified School District; or MUST RESIDE in the City limits of Temple City. Click here to apply!

Measure TCS

The November 3rd ballot includes important measures that impact our local schools.

To be sure your vote is counted, drop your ballot off at a Drop Box or vote in person by Tues., Nov. 3! You can no longer mail in your ballot close to, or on, Election Day and be sure it will be counted.

Immigration Workshop

Join this workshop and explore the impact of immigration on mental health for both parents and students. The speaker will go over stressors, symptomatology, and protective factors. Learn and discuss actions we can all take to help immigrants during the acculturation process.

This is a virtual workshop being held at 5:30pm on Monday, Nov 2.

We are hiring!

Interested in a career with TCUSD? Join us as a Paraprofessional or Childcare Instructor in our before/after school program. Assist in the care, instruction, and supervision of students and assist/implementing classroom activities. There are part time and full time positions available.

Click here to apply: https://www.edjoin.org/tcusd

Campus Information

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 or at 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 Policy

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.

Celebrate Your Student’s Birthday in Lights!

🧁 Make their day extra special with a birthday message displayed on our school’s digital marquee.

How to request:

Fill out the Google Form
Drop off your $20 tax-deductible donation in the office
or pay by credit card using the link inside the Google form.

Friendly reminder:

Requests submitted during school breaks or on non-school days may receive a delayed response until we return. Thank you for your understanding!

Longden and PTA Volunteer Opportunities

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.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. You can reach out via the following links: