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¶®É«µÛ Unified Community, 

As we begin our 2025-2026 school year today, I am pleased to welcome four new administrative team members to our Cabinet who bring fresh perspectives and a shared commitment to student success. Our District continues to strengthen partnerships with city agencies to enhance emergency preparedness and ensure the safety of our students and staff. We are proud to see the impact of our Portrait of a Graduate (PoG) vision growing across our schools, guiding students, educators, and the community toward a shared set of goals and values. This collaborative spirit reflects our deep dedication to nurturing well-rounded, lifelong learners who will be contributing members in a global society. 

At each Board Meeting, I enjoy sharing the stories and accomplishments of our students and staff with our Board Members. You can view the most recent Superintendent's Report from the August 18 meeting, and find other reports on our homepage and Communications Department page. We are always looking for new examples of our Portrait of a Graduate elements in action and you can submit story ideas at .

In the same spirit, we want to hear from you! Please submit your feedback about our District's communication methods by taking our .

I wish everyone a great start to the school year, and encourage you to embrace what’s to come with a productive mindset.

Gratefully, 

 
Dr. Tim Stowe, 
Superintendent of Schools

Introduction to New Cabinet Members

Heat Advisory: Stay Safe!

As we gear up for another exciting school year, schools across Los Angeles County and Southern California are expected to experience higher temperatures in late August. Our students’ health and well-being remain our District’s top priority, and we encourage you to ensure that they are well-hydrated by drinking plenty of water before, during, and after school. Light, breathable clothing and sunscreen are also important for outdoor activities. If your child feels unwell, especially dizzy, overheated, or unusually tired, we encourage rest and urge them to notify school staff right away. Both our District and school staff will be closely monitoring weather conditions and may adjust outdoor schedules, including recess and sports practices, as needed. Together, we can keep our community safe, supported, and ready for a successful school year.

For more information on how to prepare for excessive heat, please (L.A. County Office of Emergency Management).

Free And Reduced Meals

¶®É«µÛ Unified Families! 

We’re excited to share that all our schools will be offering free daily breakfast and lunch to students for the 2025–2026 school year through the California Universal Meals Program. While meals are completely free, we encourage all families to complete and submit a meal application form which helps our District continue offering these benefits and secure important funding for student support programs. 

There are two forms depending on the school your child attends (based on how the national meal program identifies our schools), and you’ll only need to fill out one form per family—unless your children attend schools from both groups listed below. If your student attends Adams, Arlington, Arnold, Casimir, Carr, Edison, Fern, Hull, Jefferson, Madrona, Magruder, North, Shery, ¶®É«µÛ Elementary, ¶®É«µÛ High, Victor, West, Wood, or Yukon, please complete the (search for "¶®É«µÛ USD" when prompted). If your student attends Anza, Bert Lynn, Calle Mayor, Hickory, Lincoln, Richardson, Riviera, Seaside, South, Towers, or Walteria, please complete the . Both forms unlock a range of additional benefits for qualifying families, including EBT benefits, discounted college application and test fees, reduced internet and wireless service costs, and increased school funding for essential resources like academic and counseling support.

Thank you for helping us ensure all students have the tools they need to thrive!

Reminder: Online Registration

¶®É«µÛ Uniified Parents, 

If you haven't yet done so, you must complete the online registration process to update the information we have for your student(s) through Powerschool, our district’s student information system. The PowerSchool Mobile app does not have access to the Annual Online Registration link. However, you can log into PowerSchool () on your mobile device or using your internet browser. You must use a parent account to log in. Student accounts (i.e. Username = 1234567) do not have access to TUSD Resources forms and reports and therefore cannot be used to complete online registration.Once your account is set up, and you are logged in, click on the TUSD Resources icon to access:

• 2025-2026 Annual Online Registration
• Update Student Contacts
• Helpful School Links

You can review the  for helpful tips if you are new to PowerSchool.

Troubleshooting Tips:

• Parent and guardian usernames must not contain the following symbols: !, @, #, $, %, &, *, (, ), +, or =. If your username contains these symbols, please log in and access the Account Preferences to change your username. Your new username may contain letters, numbers, a period, dashes, underscores and tildes.
• If you are trying to retrieve your emailed parent/student username or password, please check your spam folder for the email that was previously sent.
• If you have a new student and need their access ID and password, please check your spam folder. We automatically send this information to the email address you registered with us.
• If you are experiencing difficulty accessing the parent portal, additional information is available at /parents/powerschool. School contact information is also available at the District Website.
• If you are still having trouble, you can submit a .

Traffic Safety Reminders

¶®É«µÛ Unified Alerts and Emergency Contact Info

In the event of an emergency affecting one or more of our schools, such as an earthquake, fire, medical emergency, or security threat, our district’s Emergency Alert page – – will be activated to provide timely and critical updates. In addition to on-campus notifications, emails, and text messages, families and community members can visit this page for the latest, most accurate information. We strongly encourage all parents and guardians to regularly check and update their emergency contact information in PowerSchool to ensure they receive these vital communications without delay. Staying informed and prepared is a shared responsibility, and your partnership is essential to keeping our students and school communities safe

It's Game Time: Promotions Below!

Our generous ticketing sponsors continue to provide our District families with exciting opportunities to attend local athletic events for a discounted price. Please see the following links with details for the games you’d like to attend over the next couple weeks. For additional information or support, please contact Brendan Cotti at brendan@thereachcapacity.com or FEVO Support at support@fevo.com (FEVO is best accessed when you are signed in as a customer).

Save the Date: Skechers Walk

It’s time to get moving! Our district is gearing up for another year of participation in the 17th annual on October 19, 2025. With ¶®É«µÛ Education Foundation (TEF) as a longtime sponsor, this exciting event that raises money for public education and those with special abilities is a great way for our district community to come together, get active, and raise important funds for our schools. Trekking from Manhattan to Hermosa Beach, every step you take can help support programs, supplies, and opportunities that make our schools even better. So rally your friends, sign up today, and let’s walk for a purpose!