The Wildcat Way May 18-22, 2026 (Week #36)

Featured Mrs. Bree Watson

Dear Loma Verde Families,

We are officially in Week #36, with just 14 days of school left—we are in the home stretch! Thank you for your continued support as we finish the year strong.

🌐 Stay Connected
Keep up with the latest updates on our blog: 👉 lomaverdewildcats.org 🐾

✅ Attendance Reminder
Every day counts! Please remember that attendance is very important all the way through the last day of school. We want every student present and engaged as we wrap up a successful year of learning.

🔥 Parent BBQ Picnic – May 19
Join your child for a special lunchtime picnic during their lunchtime! (see flyer below for times)
Please let us know if you’ll be attending by completing this quick survey: 👉 bit.ly/3RAf0ba

🎶 Kinder Spring Performance – May 20
Our kindergarten students will shine on stage! Join us for their Spring Performance on Wednesday, May 20 at 5:00 PM in the auditorium. We hope to see you there!

🥞 Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast – May 21 (8:30–9:30 AM)
We are so grateful for all of your time and support this year! Come celebrate all the ways you’ve helped make this year a success.
Sign up here: 👉 https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/tPG3srxuga

📝 CAST Testing (5th Grade)
Our 5th graders will be participating in science testing this week—we appreciate your encouragement at home!

📘 Yearbooks on Sale
Don’t miss out! The last day to order is May 22, 2026:
👉 https://shop.yearbookmarket.com/lomaverdeelementaryschool

🗳️ Spring Community Survey
Share your feedback for a chance to win a Target gift card:
👉 https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/QpT9S0hLLs

Thank you for being an important part of our Loma Verde community—we appreciate you! 💙

5/19/26 Loma Verde Family BBQ Lunch

Sign-Up: bit.ly/3RAf0ba

Please let us know who will be attending the Loma Verde Spring Family BBQ on Tuesday, 5/19, by completing one form per family. Thank you!

What to bring or expect:
*Bring a picnic blanket, chair, and lunch OR
*Purchase a $5 grilled hot dog or hamburger meal
*Lunch will be prepared by CVESD chefs
*CVESD student lunch is FREE

Student Lunch Times:

  • AM Preschool 10:30-11:00
  • PM preschool 11:30-12:00
  • TK 11:00-11:30
  • Kinder 10:50-11:20
  • 1st 11:05-11:25
  • 2nd 11:20-11:40
  • 3RD 11:35-11:55
  • 4th 11:50-12:10
  • 5th 12:05-12:25
  • 6th 12:20-12:40

We look forward to seeing all of our Loma Verde families!

  • Monday, 5/4-5/22 Yearbook Sales $35 online https://shop.yearbookmarket.com/lomaverdeelementaryschool
  • Monday, 5/18-Thursday, 5/28 State 3rd-6th grade CAASPP Testing & Kinder-6th grade Local Measures Testing
  • Tuesday, 5/19 Lunch Time – Family BBQ Picnic
  • Wednesday, 5/20 3:00 PM SSC Meeting @ 403
  • Wednesday, 5/20 5:00 PM Kinder Spring Performance
  • Wednesday, 5/20 6:00 PM CVESD Board Meeting @District Office
  • Thursday, 5/21 8:30-9:30 AM Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast
  • Thursday, 5/21 1:30 PM 6th Grade Kickball Event
  • Thursday, 5/21 2:30 PM Kona Ice
  • Thursday, 5/21 2:45 Community School Steering Committee @403
  • Friday, 5/22 11:30 Food Distribution *Bring your own bags, please
  • Monday, 5/25 NO SCHOOL – MEMORIAL DAY
  • 5/26 – 6/16 Continuing Student Enrollment (Families must re-enroll for the 2026-27 school year by June 16, 2026, to be included in the class roster)
  • Tuesday, 5/26 3:00 Loma Verde SSC Meeting
  • Thursday, 5/28 8:15 TK & Kinder ACE Awards
  • Friday, 5/29 8:15 5th & 6th Grade ACE Awards
  • Thursday, 5/28 5:00 Loma Verde Variety Show
  • Friday, 5/29 4th Quarter LEAD Clubs End
  • Monday, 6/1 8:15 PTO Meeting – Event Planning for 26-27 @403
  • Tuesday, 6/2 8:15 3rd & 4th Grade ACE Awards
  • Tuesday, 6/2 1:00 6th Grade Dance
  • Tuesday, 6/2 2:45 Student Leadership Banquet
  • Wednesday, 6/3 8:15 1st & 2nd Grade ACE Awards
  • Thursday, 6/4 Kona Ice
  • Friday, 6/5 8:30 6th Grade Promotion
  • Friday, 6/5 LAST DAY OF THE SCHOOL YEAR, Progress Reports Sent Home
  • Monday, 7/20 3:00-6:00 PM Back to School Event
  • Wednesday, 7/22 FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR 26-27 (Minimum day)
  • 2026-27 School Year Calendar

State & Local Testing Continues This Week!

The final quarter of the school year will be a busy and exciting time filled with continued learning, fun school activities, and important end-of-year assessments. Please review the important testing information below and mark your calendars with the upcoming assessment dates.

We encourage you to support your child by:

  • Ensuring they get a good night’s sleep
  • Providing a healthy breakfast each morning
  • Reminding them to do their best and letting them know how proud you are
  • Making sure all cell phones are put away during testing to avoid any test irregularities
  • If possible, leave iWatches and other smart devices at home

CAASPP State Testing for Grades 3–6

The California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) helps provide valuable information to teachers, students, and families about student learning and achievement.

Interested in learning more or helping your child prepare?

  • Check out this parent guide to understand the purpose of the CAASPP assessment.
  • Want to review practice questions together? We can help point you in the right direction! Click on the link for more information: Practice and Training Site

Together, we can help make this a positive and successful testing experience for all our students. Thank you for your continued support!

Loma Verde Community Check-In Spring Survey

WOULD YOU LIKE TO WIN A TARGET GIFT CARD? PLEASE TAKE OUR SPRING SURVEY!

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/QpT9S0hLLs

Please take a few minutes to complete our Loma Verde Community School Check‑In Spring Survey. Your feedback helps us strengthen our school community and better support our students and families—and as a thank you, families who complete the survey will be entered for a chance to win a Target gift card! 🎯Last day to respond is 5/29/26. Thank you!

Loma Verde 2025-2026 Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast

🌿 You’re Invited! Loma Verde 2025-2026 Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast 🌿

We ❤️ our Loma Verde school volunteers! Join us as we celebrate you and the incredible impact you’ve made on our school this year. Your time, energy, and dedication make all the difference—and we can’t wait to thank you in person!

📅 Thursday, May 21, 2026
⏰ 8:30 – 9:30 AM

Let us know if you’ll be joining us by signing up here:
👉 https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/tPG3srxuga

We look forward to celebrating together—thank you for being part of the Loma Verde family! 🌟 #LomaVerde #VolunteerAppreciation #ThankYouVolunteers

Return Loma Verde Library Books

Drop off library books at the front of the school as soon as possible. Many students still have books checked out from this school year. All books must be returned to the library by the end of the school year. Thank you!

LEAD HUB Registration Open for 26-27!

Registration for LEAD HUB 2026-2027 began on May 4th. Don’t miss this opportunity. Slots are limited, so please register on time.

https://leadlomaverdeelementary.jumbula.com

We look forward to another amazing year with our LEAD families!

We Want to Hear From You, LEAD Families!

Your voice matters! As we continue to grow and improve our LEAD Clubs, we would love your feedback. Please take a few minutes to complete our survey and share your thoughts, ideas, and experiences. Your input helps us create engaging, fun, and meaningful opportunities for all of our students.

 Complete the survey here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=DG566I7Aska7c0XdByuqMy436_n1t4pFscs4j4I2i2JUQzVBVDVJUDY0SlVUVlRaMElGRE0wTUczSy4u&route=shorturl

Thank you for being a valued part of our LEAD community!

Get ready for an exciting summer! Summer LEAD Academy is almost here! Registration is still open! We can’t wait for another season of fun, learning, and amazing experiences. If you have any questions, please check in with Ms. Jackie. Let’s make it a great summer! 

https://www.cvesd.org/parents/before-and-after-school-programs/lead-academy

Buy Your Gratitude Grams!

Show encouragement during testing month! Purchase a Gratitude Gram—a bag of uplifting treats—for your child or a friend for only $2.00. Sold by Student Council before school. Thank you for supporting our students!

We Need You! 2026-2027 School Site Council Parent & Community Member Elections

We are looking for parents and community members who are interested in being part of our Loma Verde School Site Council. There are 5 parents/community members on this committee who serve a 2-year term. If you are interested in running for our Loma Verde School Site Council, please click here to put your name on the ballot. SSC elections will be held the week of 5/26/26. The meetings are once a month, on a Tuesday, from 3-4:00 pm. SSC helps make decisions on school safety and how to spend our LCAP and Title 1 funds. Contact bree.watson@cvesd.org if you have questions. SSC Parent/Community Member Nomination Form

Have you changed your address, email address, or phone number since the start of the school year? Please notify the office in case we need to contact you in an emergency.

Open Enrollment for New Students 2026-2027 School Year

The Chula Vista Elementary School District (CVESD) has open enrollment for new Transitional Kindergarten (TK) and Kindergarten students for the 2026–27 school year. Eligibility for the next school year includes:

  • TK: Children who turn 4 on or before September 1, 2026
  • Kindergarten: Children who turn 5 on or before September 1, 2026

For full enrollment details, visit cvesd.org/enrollnow or contact your neighborhood school.

Every Minute Counts!

Did you know that being just 5 minutes late each day can add up to a significant loss of learning time over the course of the school year? Every minute matters—especially in the morning when routines are set and learning begins.

Please take a moment to talk with your child about the importance of arriving at school on time every day. Building strong habits now sets the tone for a successful day and a successful year!

Here’s what you need to know:

  • Line-Up Time: 2nd-6th grade students should be lined up on the blacktop by 7:55 AM. TK-1st grade students should be in the auditorium by 7:55 AM.
  • Start Time: Classes begin promptly at 8:00 AM.
  • Gate Closure: For the safety and security of our campus, all gates will close at 8:00 AM.

After 8:00 AM, students must enter through the office and will be marked tardy.

Let’s work together to help every student make the most of their learning time. Thank you for your continued support!

Week #35 TK-6th grade attendance average: 95.3% (Goal is 98% or higher)

Year-to-date (8/23/25-5/15/26) average attendance: 95.2% (Goal is 98%)

Week #35 Highest Attendance

  • 100% Ms. Montaño – 2nd grade
  • 98.8% Ms. Holmes – kinder
  • 98% Ms. Lloyd– TK

Week #35 Most Improved Attendance

  • Ms. Montaño – 2nd grade
  • Ms. Crespo – 4th & 5th grade
Valle Lindo has invited all families to attend the following workshops. Let’s join them!

2026-27 School Year-Round Calendar

Click here for the 2026-2027 school calendar is now available! You can find it posted on both the district and our website. We’ve included all the key dates for the upcoming school year. Please be sure to plan family events around our scheduled school breaks so that students can attend school every day. Remember, we are on a modified year-round calendar, and school will start on July 22, 2026! Click Here for the 2026-27 School Year-Round Calendar.

  • Student Start Date: July 22, 2026
  • Student End Date: June 4, 2027

Key breaks include:

  • Fall Break: September 21– October 5, 2026
  • Thanksgiving Break: November 23 – November 27, 2026
  • Winter Break: December 21, 2026 – January 11, 2027
  • Spring Break: March 22 – April 2, 2027

LOMA VERDE SPIRIT GEAR IS FOR SALE

We are selling Loma Verde spirit shirts and hoodies at school. The T-shirts are $15 and the sweatshirts cost $33. (Cash only at this time.) Students can wear the spirit t-shirts and sweatshirt any day of the week OR the uniform shirt. Order forms can be picked up in the office or click here. Let’s show our school spirit, Wildcats! Please make sure to write your child’s first and last name inside their hoodie.

PARKING, DROP-OFF, AND PICK-UP

Arrival & Dismissal Reminders

Thank you for your continued patience and cooperation during drop-off and pick-up. To keep everyone safe and things running smoothly:

  • Use only the designated drop-off/pick-up zones.
  • If you need to leave your car, park in the lot—not the bus loop.
  • No dogs on campus during arrival or dismissal.
  • Do not park in RESERVED or staff spaces.
  • Students must walk bikes on sidewalks.

Morning Drop-Off Times:

  • 7:15–7:55 AM for students eating breakfast
  • 7:30–8:00 AM for all others
    2nd-6th grader students line up on the blacktop and are picked up by teachers at 8:00 AM. Instruction begins promptly at 8:00—students arriving after this time are marked tardy. TK-1st grade students sit in the auditorium at their assigned table. The teacher will pick up the students at 8:00 a.m.

SDC Preschool & Preschool: Follow your teacher’s specific drop-off and pick-up instructions.

Afternoon Pick-Up:

  • Students not picked up by 2:45 PM (or 1:15 PM on minimum days) will be taken to the office and must be signed out.
  • Parents must sign into the Raptor System to enter the campus to drop off their student beginning 1/2026. Parents must exit by the first bell at 7:55 am.

Let’s all remember to be patient, kind, and considerate—thank you for helping us keep Loma Verde safe and welcoming for everyone!

Gently Used Uniforms Needed

Has your child outgrown their school uniform? The Loma Verde Health Office needs donations of clean uniform clothes to have on hand for children who need to change clothes. If you have any clean children’s uniform shirts, shorts, pants, or skirts that you no longer need, please bring them to the health office. We are also accepting donations of new, packaged underwear for this purpose.

BREAKFAST & SNACKS: FREE breakfast is available for all students from 7:15-7:55. Students are encouraged to bring a healthy snack from home to eat at morning recess. Students may NOT share food at school. All students eat free lunch. Click here to see the breakfast and lunch menus and nutritional information.

Lost and Found

LOST AND FOUND

Please note that the lost and found rack will be at the front of the school by the office.   Remember to use a permanent marker to put your child’s name on jackets, sweaters, lunch bags, and water bottles. 

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