🐯 Tiger Newsletter

Posted Date: 11/13/26 (03:10 PM)

"Be Kind to One Another"

Dear Longden Family,

🐯 I am continually taken aback by the care and generosity within our community - whether through the PTA membership drive, candy donations, Fun Run contributions (we're closing in on $41,000!), or your willingness to dedicate time and energy to making our school the best place for learning and thriving. I am both impressed and honored.

Please know that we deeply value you and feel wholly supported and lifted by your efforts.

Thank you for helping make these wonderful opportunities possible for our students.

A big thank-you to Mrs. Nancy Gutierrez sharing these wonderful Fun Run memories.

Click here to view the Fun Run album!

☕ Morning Brew with the Admin Crew!

A big thank-you to everyone who joined us for our virtual gathering! It was wonderful connecting with our Longden families, and we are so grateful for the warm welcome you extended to Ms. Justiniani, our new Interim Assistant Principal.

We are excited to welcome Ms. Justiniani to the Longden family. Having known and worked alongside Mr. Bender, she shares a connection to Longden and is committed to continuing his vision for our school. We look forward to all the wonderful things ahead!

Couldn’t make it this time? No worries - we’ll be hosting another Morning Brew with the Admin Crew next month. Stay tuned for more details. We look forward to connecting with even more of our Longden families!

⚽️🥅 PBIS Soccer Showdown

The energy was high, the kicks were flying, and the fun was nonstop! The rain may have called an early timeout, but not before we squeezed in some amazing kicks & huge smiles.

Thank you, Mr. Ramirez & Mr. Awng, for all the prep & work. The showdown was a blast while it lasted!

Soccer Showdown for 1st, 2nd, 5th, & 6th grades is postponed due to the rain.

📚 Birthday Books

A huge shoutout to our fabulous PTA parents, Shirley Tseng and Mandy Chen, for showing up rain or shine to make sure our students receive their special birthday books. Thank you for helping make birthdays even more special!

📌 Reminder: Parent-Teacher Conferences

Just a friendly reminder that Parent-Teacher Conferences are happening next week!

Please plan accordingly, as we will follow a minimum-day schedule all week.

Soccer Showdown - Mrs. Thompson & Mrs. Liao's Class

Upcoming Events

November 16- 20 Parent-Teacher Conferences/Minimum Days

November 17 Longden Parent Workshop - Grief, Loss & Resilience

November 23-27 Thanksgiving break - No school

Parent Teacher Conferences Week

Minimum Days

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Parent/Teacher Conferences Week

We will be following a minimum-day schedule during Parent-Teacher Conference Week, from Monday, November 16 through Friday, November 20.

Please make sure to pick up your child promptly at dismissal so conferences can begin on time.

Dismissal Times:

TK & Kindergarten: 12:15 PM
1st – 3rd Grade: 12:20 PM
4th – 6th Grade: 12:30 PM

If your child attends an after-school program, please make the necessary arrangements for these early dismissal times.

Next week's menu

Grief, Loss and Resilience 5:30pm at Longden Elementary

Grief is a common and challenging experience. This presentation defines grief and loss, explains the components of the grief process, and describes the symptoms of grief to prepare participants for what to expect from loss. Tips are provided to improve our ability to cope with and move on from loss.

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.

Parent Workshops

All families (from any school) are invited to attend the below workshops next week:

November 16 - Supporting Stressed Students - Filling Your Student's

Mental Health Toolbox

6:00pm at Temple City High School

Learn practical strategies to support students as they navigate stress, anxiety, and everyday challenges. This session will provide parents and caregivers with helpful tools to recognize signs of stress, build emotional resilience, encourage healthy coping skills, and support their child’s mental health and overall well-being.

November 17 - Grief, Loss and Resilience

5:30pm at Longden Elementary

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!

Temple City Little League

The Temple City National Little league 2027 spring season is open to boys and girls ages 4 to 14 from Arcadia, Rosemead, San Gabriel, and Temple City. Little League starts with four-year-olds in Tee Ball and ends with 14-year-old in the Junior Division. Click here to Register

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: