5/25/2025
Good Evening Sandburg Tiger Families!
It is hard to believe that today is the last week of the school year! We are so proud of all of the hard work and progress of our Sandburg Tigers. Thank you for entrusting us with your children and being our partners in education this year. We hope you all have an amazing summer and look forward to seeing most of you next year!
I wanted to share a special congratulations to Mr. Clyde, Ms. Bringas and Dr. Weiner on their upcoming retirements. Thank you for your many years of dedication to our Sandburg students, families and community. We wish you all the best and some well-deserved relaxation time in your retirement!
Please remember that there is no school tomorrow in honor of Memorial Day. This holiday is celebrated to honor and mourn the military personnel who had died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. We look forward to seeing you all as we return to school on Tuesday for our last 3 days of the 2024-2025 school year.
Lost and Found
Please make sure to take a look at the lost and found. All remaining items will be donated on May 30th.
Independence Day Celebrations
Check out the following flyers for the car show and fireworks that the Mira Mesa Town Council has planned on July 3rd to celebrate Independence Day! Fireworks Car Show
LCFF for 2025-2026 School Year
San Diego Unified is launching the 2025-26 LCFF data collection on April 28 and will be using PowerSchool Parent Portal and SurveyMonkey. Parents may submit a response via either method. Please complete the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) form by going on PowerSchool Parent Portal (not the child’s account) at https://powerschool.sandi.net/public/ and note that the email from “[email protected] via surveymonkey.com” is legitimate.The completion of this makes a significant difference in the amount of LCFF funding the district receives and the amount of Title I funds our school will be allocated. We greatly appreciate all your efforts! If you have questions about setting up your parent portal, please review the job aid link Parent Portal Job Aid or contact Robyn Allen ([email protected] or 619-605-4700) in our front office if you need additional assistance.
Wolverine Summer Volleyball Camp
Come out and meet new friends while learning a new sport or improving your current skills. Join Westview High School’s Coach Mike Amonette this summer for volleyball camp. Two camps are being offered. The youth camp is intended for girls & boys who will be entering grades 3-8. The high school camp is for rising 9th-12th grade boys. Both camps are designed to be fun and fast-paced for players of all skill levels. Who: Coed Youth, Grades 3 through 8 When: July 21-23, 2025, from 8:00am-11:00am Where: Mesa Verde Middle School Gym.
For more information click HERE and to register click HERE.
Important Upcoming Dates
May 26 - Memorial Day - No School
May 29 - Last Day of School
August 1 - Incoming TK/K Playdate at Sandburg
August 8 - TK/K Orientation
August 11 - First Day of School
GO TIGERS!
Miss Burningham
5/18/2025
Good Evening Sandburg Tiger Families!
These last 6 weeks since we returned from Spring have surely flown by and I know our last 8 days of school are going to be gone before we know it. This Friday we will have our last Friday morning assembly where we will recognize our run club leaders, our classes with the highest attendance rate all year and the over 20 Sandburg Tigers who are being reclassified at English Proficient. Many classrooms will also be gathering together over the next 8 days to celebrate their year of learning. We are so proud of the accomplishments of our Tigers this school year!
Sandburg Elementary Needs Your Feedback—Take the SDUSD Family Survey
This is the last survey we will be asking you to complete this school year…I promise!!! San Diego Unified is inviting all parents and guardians to complete the 2025 SDUSD Family Survey. Your feedback helps ensure our schools reflect the needs and values of our community. The survey takes less than 20 minutes to complete and covers key areas like school safety, communication, and student support. Please take a few minutes to share your voice. Your input helps us make our schools better for all students. Thank you for partnering with us in support of our students!
📋 Take the Survey: https://tinyurl.com/SDUSDFamilySurvey
📱 Scan to Participate:
2025-2026 Sandburg DRAFT Calendar
Attached HERE is the DRAFT Sandburg Calendar for the 2025-2026 school year. This calendar is a DRAFT and it is likely that some events or meetings could change. Please look at this calendar closely as you schedule any vacations during the 2025-2026 school year. Any trip you schedule needs to be during the scheduled school breaks. They are highlighted in red on the attached calendar. One change that you will notice is that our additional modified days that were previously scheduled on Wednesdays are now scheduled on Fridays. This was due to community input in regards to getting care for students midweek.
2025-2026 Sandburg Attendance Policy
Sandburg is in the “moderate” range for chronic absenteeism on the California Dashboard so we are required to take steps to improve our attendance rate. The State of California classifies students who have missed more than 10% of the school days as “chronic absentees.” Due to increased absences, requests for Independent Study Contracts and rate of chronic absenteeism, we are instituting a written attendance policy. We have attached the policy below so that you can refer to it as you make plans for the 2025-2026 school year. It will be included in our first week packet to be signed and returned for all students and families.
Sandburg Attendance Policy
LCFF for 2025-2026 School Year
San Diego Unified is launching the 2025-26 LCFF data collection on April 28 and will be using PowerSchool Parent Portal and SurveyMonkey. Parents may submit a response via either method. Please complete the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) form by going on PowerSchool Parent Portal (not the child’s account) at https://powerschool.sandi.net/public/ and note that the email from “[email protected] via surveymonkey.com” is legitimate.The completion of this makes a significant difference in the amount of LCFF funding the district receives and the amount of Title I funds our school will be allocated. We greatly appreciate all your efforts! If you have questions about setting up your parent portal, please review the job aid link Parent Portal Job Aid or contact Robyn Allen ([email protected] or 619-605-4700) in our front office if you need additional assistance.
Wolverine Summer Volleyball Camp
Come out and meet new friends while learning a new sport or improving your current skills. Join Westview High School’s Coach Mike Amonette this summer for volleyball camp. Two camps are being offered. The youth camp is intended for girls & boys who will be entering grades 3-8. The high school camp is for rising 9th-12th grade boys. Both camps are designed to be fun and fast-paced for players of all skill levels. Who: Coed Youth, Grades 3 through 8 When: July 21-23, 2025, from 8:00am-11:00am Where: Mesa Verde Middle School Gym.
For more information click HERE and to register click HERE.
Art & Faith Camp
Anchor & Hope Church is excited to host an Art & Faith Camp for kids from preschool through 5th grade on Sunday, May 25th from 1:00 to 4:00 pm in the Sandburg Elementary Multipurpose Room. Campers will create their own art based on Monet's "The Water Lily Pond." There will also be games, songs, snacks, and lots of fun! For more information, please check out the flyer. The cost is $25 per student.
Important Upcoming Dates
May 23 - LAST Friday Morning Assembly
May 26 - Memorial Day - No School
May 29 - Last Day of School
GO TIGERS!
Miss Burningham
5/11/2025
Good Evening Sandburg Tiger Families!
Happy Mother’s Day to all of our Tiger moms! We are looking forward to a great last three weeks of the school year!
5th Grade Promotion
Fifth grade promotion will be on Thursday, May 29th at 10:45 AM. Fifth grade families will be receiving more information soon!
LCFF for 2025-2026 School Year
San Diego Unified is launching the 2025-26 LCFF data collection on April 28 and will be using PowerSchool Parent Portal and SurveyMonkey. Parents may submit a response via either method. Please complete the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) form by going on PowerSchool Parent Portal (not the child’s account) at https://powerschool.sandi.net/public/ and note that the email from “[email protected] via surveymonkey.com” is legitimate.The completion of this makes a significant difference in the amount of LCFF funding the district receives and the amount of Title I funds our school will be allocated. We greatly appreciate all your efforts! If you have questions about setting up your parent portal, please review the job aid link Parent Portal Job Aid or contact Robyn Allen ([email protected] or 619-605-4700) in our front office if you need additional assistance.
Reminder: Spring Portrait Packages Past Due
If you haven’t already, please return your child’s portrait order or any unpurchased portrait pages to the school office or their teacher as soon as possible. Every purchase supports our school, and your participation helps ensure we can continue offering this program in the future. If you’d like to keep the portraits, simply submit payment for the pages you’d like and return any you don’t need. Thank you for your support!
Art & Faith Camp
Anchor & Hope Church is excited to host an Art & Faith Camp for kids from preschool through 5th grade on Sunday, May 25th from 1:00 to 4:00 pm in the Sandburg Elementary Multipurpose Room. Campers will create their own art based on Monet's "The Water Lily Pond." There will also be games, songs, snacks, and lots of fun! For more information, please check out the flyer. The cost is $25 per student.
Important Upcoming Dates
May 5-16 - 3rd-5th Grade State Testing
May 23 - Friday Morning Assembly
May 26 - Memorial Day - No School
May 29 - Last Day of School
GO TIGERS!
Miss Burningham
5/7/2025
Good Evening Sandburg Tiger Families!
LCFF for 2025-2026 School Year
San Diego Unified is launching the 2025-26 LCFF data collection on April 28 and will be using PowerSchool Parent Portal and SurveyMonkey. Parents may submit a response via either method. Please complete the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) form by going on PowerSchool Parent Portal (not the child’s account) at https://powerschool.sandi.net/public/ and note that the email from “[email protected] via surveymonkey.com” is legitimate.The completion of this makes a significant difference in the amount of LCFF funding the district receives and the amount of Title I funds our school will be allocated. We greatly appreciate all your efforts! If you have questions about setting up your parent portal, please review the job aid link Parent Portal Job Aid or contact Robyn Allen ([email protected] or 619-605-4700) in our front office if you need additional assistance.
Important Upcoming Dates
May 5-16 - 3rd-5th Grade State Testing
May 23 - Friday Morning Assembly
May 26 - Memorial Day - No School
May 29 - Last Day of School
GO TIGERS!
Miss Burningham
5/4/2025
Good Evening Sandburg Tiger Families!
I cannot believe that we have only 18 days left of the school year. The days have been flying by since we returned from Spring Break! During the next two weeks, our 3rd-5th graders will be participating in State Testing. It is extremely important that our 3rd-5th grade students are on time every day, get lots of rest and eat a healthy breakfast. If students are late on a testing day, they have to stay in the office until their class is finished testing. They then have to participate in make up testing and will miss out on other activities in their classroom.
During the month of May we are also celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. AAPI month is observed to celebrate the roles, achievements and contributions of those of AAPI heritage, history, and culture in the United States. This month aims to pay tribute to the generations of Asian and Pacific Islanders who have enhanced America's history and to recognize the importance of AAPI peoples' presence in its future success. May was designated as AAPI Month to honor the first Japanese immigrants to the United States, who arrived on May 7, 1843, per the Asian/Pacific Heritage Month website. Additionally, it also celebrates the anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad on May 10, 1869. The majority of the workers who helped complete the railroad were Chinese immigrants.
May Family Wellness
Please see the May Family Wellness Newsletter attached here.
Tiger Times Newsletter
Please make sure to take a minute to look at our monthly Tiger Times newsletter that went home Friday and is linked HERE. This newsletter goes home at the end of each month and highlights the amazing things going on at Sandburg.
LCFF for 2025-2026 School Year
San Diego Unified is launching the 2025-26 LCFF data collection on April 28 and will be using PowerSchool Parent Portal and SurveyMonkey. Parents may submit a response via either method. Please complete the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) form by going on PowerSchool Parent Portal (not the child’s account) at https://powerschool.sandi.net/public/ and note that the email from “[email protected] via surveymonkey.com” is legitimate.The completion of this makes a significant difference in the amount of LCFF funding the district receives and the amount of Title I funds our school will be allocated. We greatly appreciate all your efforts! If you have questions about setting up your parent portal, please review the job aid link Parent Portal Job Aid or contact Robyn Allen ([email protected] or 619-605-4700) in our front office if you need additional assistance.
Leader in Me Measurable Results Assessment
Every spring we ask families, students and staff to complete our Leader in Me Measurable Results Assessment. This survey provides the opportunity for our community members to provide input on our Leader in Me program and the impacts on Leadership, Culture and Academics. We have a goal of at least 120 families completing this survey to help guide our goals and planning for the 2025-2026 school year. Please complete the survey by clicking HERE, by May 5th.
Mental Health Awareness Month Spirit Week
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, our Sandburg No Place for Hate committee has planned a special spirit week May 5th-9th. Mental health is essential for overall well-being at every stage of life. Regardless of age, background, or experience, prioritizing mental health strengthens individuals, families, and communities. Please help us bring attention to the importance of mental health by participating in our spirit week and discussing mental health with your children.
Computer Drive Thru Event
The San Diego County Office of Education and Computers2Kids are hosting an event for families to purchase affordable computers on Saturday, May 3 , 2025 from 9 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at San Ysidro Adult School, 4220 Otay Mesa Road, San Diego, CA 92154 (Drive Thru Event). See this link for details.
Important Upcoming Dates
May 5-16 - 3rd-5th Grade State Testing
May 7 - Extra Modified Day - School is dismissed at 12:05 PM
May 9 - Friday Morning Assembly and Coffee Chat
May 23 - Friday Morning Assembly
May 29 - Last Day of School
GO TIGERS!
Miss Burningham
Good Evening Sandburg Tiger Families!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for a jogathon! Not only was it a huge fundraising success, but it also was a great time. We could not have done it without our amazing Sandburg Foundation and the countless volunteers that helped support in the weeks leading up to the jogathon and the day of the event!
Please do not forget that our 3rd-5th grade students will be participating in state testing the weeks of May 5th and May 12th. Please make sure they get plenty of sleep and eat a good breakfast, especially during those 2 weeks.
Open House May 1, 2025
We hope you will join us for our Sandburg Spring Open House on Thursday, May 1st, from 5:30-7:00 PM. This year your Tigers will be your tour guide as they show you around school and showcase their learning from the 2024-2025 school year. Please remember that this is a time for students and families to celebrate their learning with these year’s students. Please allow teachers and families to do that and do not interrupt those celebrations with visits and questions from future students. We look forward to celebrating with you!
Spring Open House Flier
Mental Health Awareness Month Spirit Week
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, our Sandburg No Place for Hate committee has planned a special spirit week May 5th-9th. Mental health is essential for overall well-being at every stage of life. Regardless of age, background, or experience, prioritizing mental health strengthens individuals, families, and communities. Please help us bring attention to the importance of mental health by participating in our spirit week and discussing mental health with your children.
LCFF for 2025-2026 School Year
San Diego Unified is launching the 2025-26 LCFF data collection on April 28 and will be using PowerSchool Parent Portal and SurveyMonkey. Parents may submit a response via either method. Please complete the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) form by going on PowerSchool Parent Portal (not the child’s account) at https://powerschool.sandi.net/public/ and note that the email from “[email protected] via surveymonkey.com” is legitimate.The completion of this makes a significant difference in the amount of LCFF funding the district receives and the amount of Title I funds our school will be allocated. We greatly appreciate all your efforts! If you have questions about setting up your parent portal, please review the job aid link Parent Portal Job Aid or contact Robyn Allen ([email protected] or 619-605-4700) in our front office if you need additional assistance.
Leader in Me Measurable Results Assessment
Every spring we ask families, students and staff to complete our Leader in Me Measurable Results Assessment. This survey provides the opportunity for our community members to provide input on our Leader in Me program and the impacts on Leadership, Culture and Academics. We have a goal of at least 120 families completing this survey to help guide our goals and planning for the 2025-2026 school year. Please complete the survey by clicking HERE, by May 5th.
Mira Mesa High School Rummage Sale and Craft Fair
We are currently accepting vendor registrations for our upcoming Community Rummage Sale and Craft Fair, taking place on Saturday, June 7th at Mira Mesa High School. This event is a great way for individuals or groups to declutter, earn some extra money, and connect with the community. The event is also open for crafters to sell their creations. For more information click HERE.
2025-2026 Primetime Enrollment and Application Process
We are excited to announce a new streamlined PrimeTime enrollment process! The 2025-26 Initial PrimeTime Application Launched: Monday, April 14, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. ALL families of students attending one of the 144 elementary, middle school and TK-8 sites offering PrimeTime should have received an email AND text with a student specific application link beginning Monday, April 14, 2025. Member to confirm with their child’s school site that their primary email and cell phone number is up-to-date in the District’s PowerSchool. Parents may notify the school site to update their contact information.
After School Programs
Heartlight is offering a Spring session of dance classes after school on Wednesdays. The classes are from 2:05-3:05pm on the blacktop beginning on April 23rd. For more details and registration information, please check out the flyer.
Important Upcoming Dates
May 5-16 - 3rd-5th Grade State Testing
May 7 - Extra Modified Day - School is dismissed at 12:05 PM
May 9 - Friday Morning Assembly and Coffee Chat
May 23 - Friday Morning Assembly
May 29 - Last Day of School
GO TIGERS!
Miss Burningham
4/20/2025
Good Evening Sandburg Tiger Families!
Happy Easter to all who celebrate! I hope you all had time to enjoy this beautiful San Diego weekend with friends and family. We are in the home stretch of the 2024-2025 school year with only 28 days to go. We are looking forward to many fun events over the next few weeks. We have many grade levels going on field trips and many fun assemblies coming up. This week we are also looking forward to seeing many families on campus for our Sandburg Jogathon. Not only is this a fun event, but it is also the biggest fundraiser of the year for our Sandburg Foundation. We hope to see you there!
Leader in Me Measurable Results Assessment
Every spring we ask families, students and staff to complete our Leader in Me Measurable Results Assessment. This survey provides the opportunity for our community members to provide input on our Leader in Me program and the impacts on Leadership, Culture and Academics. We have a goal of at least 120 families completing this survey to help guide our goals and planning for the 2025-2026 school year. Please complete the survey by clicking HERE, by May 5th.
Military Band
We invite all of our families to join us tomorrow (April 21) at 7:45 AM for a special performance by the Military Band from MCAS Miramar. The performance will be immediately followed by recognition of our military families and military students.
Earth Day Assembly
On Tuesday, April 22nd, in recognition of Earth Day and being the top Elementary school in SDUSD’s Recycling Challenge, our Sandburg students are being treated to a special assembly “Crazy Bottles and Cans.” This show is a school assembly about recycling bottles and cans. The interactive show uses original songs, humor, and competitions to give K-6 students entertaining lessons about why it is important to recycle. In addition to the assembly, the Rob Machado Foundation will be on campus and is gifting a new, aluminum and reusable water bottle to all Sandburg Students.
Spring Pictures
Spring Portrait fundraiser packages from Gerardy were sent home with students last week. Please check backpacks! Friendly reminder…the Spring portrait orders and returns are due on 4/22. If you have not already, please return your unpurchased photos to the classroom teacher as soon as possible. We ask that you make sure to pay for any photos you keep. THESE PHOTOS ARE NOT FREE. If you have any questions, please call Gerardy Photography at 760-747-2263 or email [email protected].
Taste of Mira Mesa
The Mira Mesa High School Foundation hosts a yearly fundraiser - The Taste of Mira Mesa. The event is Saturday, April 26th at 5:00 PM and is open to all community members and not only supports MMHS, but also the surrounding schools. A portion of each ticket purchased will come back to Sandburg if you put our school name in the notes section. Even if you cannot attend the event, you can still buy raffle tickets and support our Mira Mesa students. It is a great event and we hope to see you there. You can purchase tickets and find more information HERE.
Sandburg Cafe Update
We got word that although our kitchen is open to serve food, all of the equipment to prepare food is not yet back. The menus shared last week and linked below will begin tomorrow, Monday, April 21st.
Breakfast Menu
Lunch Menu
2025-2026 Primetime Enrollment and Application Process
We are excited to announce a new streamlined PrimeTime enrollment process! The 2025-26 Initial PrimeTime Application Launched: Monday, April 14, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. ALL families of students attending one of the 144 elementary, middle school and TK-8 sites offering PrimeTime should have received an email AND text with a student specific application link beginning Monday, April 14, 2025. Member to confirm with their child’s school site that their primary email and cell phone number is up-to-date in the District’s PowerSchool. Parents may notify the school site to update their contact information.
SDUSD Summer Academic Program General Enrollment
From April 7th- April 25th, families who were not in the priority group may fill out the google interest form on the ELO website. Due to limited availability, the district is implementing an equitable lottery system to allocate the remaining spots to selected students. During the week of May 5th, those selected will receive enrollment links to complete enrollment. The enrollment links will expire May 9th.
Klassic Kidz Movie Night
Save the date for Friday, April 25th. Klassic Kidz is hosting a movie night at Sandburg and all families are invited to attend. Please check the flyer for more information.
Important Upcoming Dates
April 24 - Jogathon
April 25 - Friday Morning Assembly
May 7 - Extra Modified Day - School is dismissed at 12:05 PM
May 9 - Friday Morning Assembly and Coffee Chat
May 23 - Friday Morning Assembly
May 29 - Last Day of School
GO TIGERS!
Miss Burningham
4/15/2025
Please see below for important midweek updates!
Minimum Day 12:05pm Dismissal
Tomorrow, Wednesday April 16th, is an additional modified day with dismissal at 12:05pm.
Taste of Mira Mesa
The Mira Mesa High School Foundation hosts a yearly fundraiser - The Taste of Mira Mesa. The event is Saturday, April 26th at 5:00 PM and is open to all community members and not only supports MMHS, but also the surrounding schools. A portion of each ticket purchased will come back to Sandburg if you put our school name in the notes section. Even if you cannot attend the event, you can still buy raffle tickets and support our Mira Mesa students. It is a great event and we hope to see you there. You can purchase tickets and find more information HERE.
4th & 5th Grade Music Concerts
On Friday, April 18th at 1pm in the MPR, our 5th grade band, orchestra and choir students will showcase their talents. Family members are welcome to attend. Please check in at the office before heading over to the MPR. The concert for our 4th grade students will be held on Friday, April 25th at 1pm. (The date was incorrect in the Sunday message.)
Kelly Leong’s Memorial Rock Garden
In Sunday’s email we left out the time for the Rock Garden reveal and birthday celebration for Mrs. Leong. It will be tomorrow (4/16) after school from 12:30-12:45 in front of the 500 building.
Spring Pictures
Spring Portrait fundraiser packages from Gerardy will be sent home with students this week. Please check backpacks! Parents/Guardians have a week to decide if you would like to purchase any photos. You can pay online with the QR code provided on the order form or go to www.gerardyphoto.com. Please complete payment or return unwanted portrait pages by April 22nd.
GO Tigers!
Miss Burningham
April 13, 2025
Good Evening Sandburg Tiger Families!
I hope you all enjoyed a beautiful San Diego weekend! We are going to be having a busy last 7 weeks of the school year! School attendance during these last 7 weeks is very important as students are finishing up this year’s learning and preparing for next year. All students are completing our site and district Spring assessments and 3rd-5th grade students will be doing state testing. The state testing will take place during the weeks of May 5th and 12th. Make-up testing can be difficult as we finish up the school year, so please try to send your tiger every day!
On Wednesday, April 16th, we will be doing a reveal of our rock garden in front of the 500 building in honor of Mrs. Leong. April 16th was also her birthday, so we will have a little treat to celebrate her!
Sandburg Cafe Update
We got word that although our kitchen is open to serve food, all of the equipment to prepare food is not yet back. The menus shared last week and linked below will begin on April 21st.
Breakfast Menu
Lunch Menu
2025-2026 Primetime Enrollment and Application Process
We are excited to announce a new streamlined PrimeTime enrollment process! The 2025-26 Initial PrimeTime Application Launches: Monday, April 14, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. ALL families of students attending one of the 144 elementary, middle school and TK-8 sites offering PrimeTime will receive an email AND text with a student specific application link beginning Monday, April 14, 2025. Please remind families to confirm with their child’s school site that their primary email and cell phone number is up-to-date in the District’s PowerSchool. Parents may notify the school site to update their contact information.
SDUSD Summer Academic Program General Enrollment
From April 7th- April 25th, families who were not in the priority group may fill out the google interest form on the ELO website. Due to limited availability, the district is implementing an equitable lottery system to allocate the remaining spots to selected students. During the week of May 5th, those selected will receive enrollment links to complete enrollment. The enrollment links will expire May 9th.
Sandburg Wellness Committee
Please check out the Wellness Newsletter for April
5th Grade Music Concert
On Friday, April 18th at 1pm in the MPR, our 5th grade band, orchestra and choir students will showcase their talents. Family members are welcome to attend. Please check in at the office before heading over to the MPR. (The concert for our 4th grade students will be held on Friday, April 25th at 1pm)
Klassic Kidz Movie Night
Save the date for Friday, April 25th. Klassic Kidz is hosting a movie night at Sandburg and all families are invited to attend. Please check the flyer for more information.
2025 Regional Bees
The NorthSouth Foundation is hosting educational contests for 1st-5th grade students at Sandburg on Saturday, April 26th. Please check out this flier for more information, the deadline to register is today, Sunday April 13th.
After School Soccer
Registration is open for AYSO’s last session for the school year, for students ages 4-7. Class will be held on Tuesdays from 2:05-2:50pm from April 22nd - May 20th. Register using the QR code on the flyer.
Important Upcoming Dates
April 16 - Extra Modified Day - School is dismissed at 12:05 PM
April 24 - Jogathon
April 25 - Friday Morning Assembly
May 7 - Extra Modified Day - School is dismissed at 12:05 PM
May 9 - Friday Morning Assembly and Coffee Chat
May 23 - Friday Morning Assembly
May 29 - Last Day of School
GO TIGERS!
Miss Burningham
Good Evening Sandburg Tiger Families!
I hope you all had a great Spring Break! We are looking forward to having all our Tigers return to school tomorrow (Monday, April 7th)! Please remember to have students come to school every day to finish off this school year strong.
Sandburg Cafeteria
Pending any delays in food delivery, our cafeteria is scheduled to reopen to full operation this week. The new menus are attached below.
Breakfast Menu
Lunch Menu
SDUSD Summer Academic Program General Enrollment
From April 7th- April 25th, families who were not in the priority group may fill out the google interest form on the ELO website. Due to limited availability, the district is implementing an equitable lottery system to allocate the remaining spots to selected students. During the week of May 5th, those selected will receive enrollment links to complete enrollment. The enrollment links will expire May 9th.
Spring Pictures
Spring portraits and 5th grade promotion pictures are scheduled for Monday, April 7th!
Spring Portrait Flyer & Promotion Portait Flyer
Important Upcoming Dates
April 7 - Special Monday Morning Assembly for Jogathon Kickoff
April 11 - Friday Morning Assembly and Principal/AP Coffee Chat
April 16 - Extra Modified Day - School is dismissed at 12:05 PM
April 24 - Jogathon
April 25 - Friday Morning Assembly
GO TIGERS!
Miss Burningham
Good Evening Sandburg Tiger Families!
We hope you enjoyed our student led conferences last week! Our students worked hard to practice and I was very proud of the work they did.
Did you know that April is the month of the military child? Thank you to all of our Sandburg community members who are past or present military members and families.Your service is admired and valued by our community. In April, we are excited to have the 3rd MAW Band perform for our students and will be recognizing our military students at one of our assemblies.
Spring Break
School will be closed for Spring Break from March 31-April 4. School will resume on Monday, April 7th.
SDUSD Summer Academic Program General Enrollment
From April 7th- April 25th, families who were not in the priority group may fill out the google interest form on the ELO website. Due to limited availability, the district is implementing an equitable lottery system to allocate the remaining spots to selected students. During the week of May 5th, those selected will receive enrollment links to complete enrollment. The enrollment links will expire May 9th.
Spring Pictures
Spring portraits and 5th grade promotion pictures are scheduled for Monday, April 7th!
Spring Portrait Flyer & Promotion Portait Flyer
Tiger Times Newsletter
Please make sure to take a minute to look at our monthly Tiger Times newsletter that went home Friday and is linked HERE. This newsletter goes home at the end of each month and highlights the amazing things going on at Sandburg.
2024/2025 Attendance and New Attendance Policy
We are continuing to have a large number of contract requests and absences. We understand that travel is important to families, but we urge you to schedule these vacations during our school breaks. Independent student contracts do not replace the teaching and learning that is missed. In addition, we are continuing to have large numbers of illness absences and want to remind everyone that students can attend school if they are fever free and free of vomiting/diarrhea without medication for 24 hours.
Due to the large number of contracts and absences, we are in the process of updating our absence and contract policy for 2025-2026. We will send out a copy as soon as it is finalized and it will be in the first week folder and require signature. In order to assist you in planning, the academic calendar for 2025-2026 is attached HERE.
Klassic Kids Summer 2025 Flyer
Klassic Kids is offering full day care during the Summer break at Ericson. Please click on the link for further details. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IQ5oJwKGgvPwYGEWt1e_CcJ5NEkFXO1l/view?usp=drive_link
Important Upcoming Dates
March 24-28 - Early Dismissal at 12:05 PM - Student Led Conferences
March 28 - Friday Morning Assembly
March 31-April 4 - NO SCHOOL Spring Break
April 7 - Special Monday Morning Assembly for Jogathon Kickoff
April 11 - Friday Morning Assembly and Principal/AP Coffee Chat
April 24 - Jogathon
April 25 - Friday Morning Assembly
April 16 - Extra Modified Day - School is dismissed at 12:05 PM
GO TIGERS!
Miss Burningham
Good Evening Sandburg Tiger Families!
We are excited to welcome our families this week for our week of student led conferences. Students have been working hard to put together their leadership portfolios to showcase their goals and learning. Please remember that all students will be released at 12:05 PM all week (March 24-28). School is also closed for Spring break from March 31 - April 4th.
Spring Pictures
Spring portraits and 5th grade promotion pictures are scheduled for Monday, April 7th! Gerardy Photography sent the following information:
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We capture your child’s personality with a beautiful environmental background, so be sure your child dresses their best!
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We give back to your school with EVERY PURCHASE. When you buy photos, your school benefits!
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You’ll receive a package to preview before making any purchase. We hope you love the unique spring designs!
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There’s no pressure to buy! If you choose not to purchase, simply return the photos to the school. If you decide to keep them, we provide easy payment options.
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These photos are NOT FREE. Please return any unwanted photos. Honesty is always appreciated!
Spring Portrait Flyer
Indian Fine Arts Academy, 18th Annual Music & Dance Festival
This festival, from April 7 - 13, is celebrating Bharat Ratna Sri Ravi Shankar's 105th Birthday. A number of well known artists from India, Canada and United States are expected to participate.
The Festival will be held at the Jewish Community Center David & Dorothea Garfield Theater. They expect over 3000+ people in attendance over the 6 day festival. They also have two days of events that are open to the community and wanted to extend this invitation to the VAPA students across the San Diego Unified School District. Information about the festival is located at Home - Indian Fine Arts Academy of San Diego.
The below events are FREE to the community. Those interested in attending can simply add the free tickets and checkout to indicate their attendance.
Event 1A: Appreciating their compositions - Lecdem - Indian Fine Arts Academy of San Diego
Event 1B: Divine Confluence Flute Duet - Indian Fine Arts Academy of San Diego
Event 1C: Tribute to Padma Vibhushan Zakir Hussain - Lecdem - Indian Fine Arts Academy of San Diego
Event 1D: Neyveli Santhanagopalan's Vintage Melodies - Indian Fine Arts Academy of San Diego
Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Enrollment for 2025-26
Enrollment into TK is happening NOW, and is an online process. For more information regarding TK please use the following link: TK Enrollment. Parents will need to enroll in their school of residence, and upload all required documentation. If a school becomes full, the staff in the Enrollment Options office will offer seats to the next closest school with space available. If you have any questions about enrollment, please contact Robyn Allen our Sandburg enrollment clerk at 619-605-4700 or [email protected].
2025-2026 Primetime Enrollment and Application Process
We are excited to announce a new streamlined PrimeTime enrollment process! The 2025-26 Initial PrimeTime Application Launches: Monday, April 14, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. ALL families of students attending one of the 144 elementary, middle school and TK-8 sites offering PrimeTime will receive an email AND text with a student specific application link beginning Monday, April 14, 2025. Please remind families to confirm with their child’s school site that their primary email and cell phone number is up-to-date in the District’s PowerSchool. Parents may notify the school site to update their contact information.
Important Upcoming Dates
March 24-28 - Early Dismissal at 12:05 PM - Student Led Conferences
March 28 - Friday Morning Assembly
March 31-April 4 - NO SCHOOL Spring Break
April 7 - Special Monday Morning Assembly for Jogathon Kickoff
April 11 - Friday Morning Assembly and Principal/AP Coffee Chat
April 24 - Jogathon
April 25 - Friday Morning Assembly
April 16 - Extra Modified Day - School is dismissed at 12:05 PM
GO TIGERS!
Miss Burningham
3/16/2025
Good Evening Sandburg Tiger Families!
In addition to being Women’s History Month, March is also Developmental Disability Awareness Month. The San Diego Unified School District hoisted its first-ever Disability Pride Flag on Tuesday in a student-led event.The flag-raising event, which took place for Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, brought students from across the district to express themselves through speeches, songs, and dance performances before raising the flag. Click HERE for a list of 30 inclusive children’s books about disabilities.
2025-2026 Primetime Enrollment and Application Process
We are excited to announce a new streamlined PrimeTime enrollment process! The 2025-26 Initial PrimeTime Application Launches: Monday, April 14, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. ALL families of students attending one of the 144 elementary, middle school and TK-8 sites offering PrimeTime will receive an email AND text with a student specific application link beginning Monday, April 14, 2025. Please remind families to confirm with their child’s school site that their primary email and cell phone number is up-to-date in the District’s PowerSchool. Parents may notify the school site to update their contact information.
Core Academy
Thank you to those that have already attended one of our Saturday Core Academy sessions. We have found our pilot this year to be successful and an enjoyable opportunity for our students and staff who have participated. We are excited to announce that we will be continuing Core Academy for the 2025/2026 school year. We have 1 more session scheduled for this year on March 22. There is still space available for our last session this school year. Any student who has been absent from school has the opportunity to attend Core Academy and get credit for one of those absences. If you are interested in attending, please fill out the permission slip linked HERE and send it to Ms. Robyn at [email protected]. You can also print it or pick one up in the front office and turn it into your classroom teacher.
Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Enrollment for 2025-26
Enrollment into TK is happening NOW, and is an online process. For more information regarding TK please use the following link: TK Enrollment. Parents will need to enroll in their school of residence, and upload all required documentation. If a school becomes full, the staff in the Enrollment Options office will offer seats to the next closest school with space available. If you have any questions about enrollment, please contact Robyn Allen our Sandburg enrollment clerk at 619-605-4700 or [email protected].
After School Classes
After School World Language Program
Mr Zach Boehning will be teaching ASL after school on Mondays and Wednesdays beginning on March 17th. Space is limited. Please see this flier for more information.
Piano Keyboarding Club
Musical Minds will be starting a new session of keyboarding beginning on April 9th. For registration details and more information, please check out this flier.
Important Upcoming Dates
March 24-28 - Early Dismissal at 12:05 PM - Student Led Conferences
March 28 - Friday Morning Assembly
March 31-April 4 - NO SCHOOL Spring Break
April 7 - Special Monday Morning Assembly for Jogathon Kickoff
April 11 - Friday Morning Assembly and Principal/AP Coffee Chat
April 24 - Jogathon
April 25 - Friday Morning Assembly
April 16 - Extra Modified Day - School is dismissed at 12:05 PM
GO TIGERS!
Miss Burningham
Good Evening Sandburg Tiger Families!
I hope you all had a great extra day off this weekend and found time to refresh and get ready for a busy end to the 2024-2025 school year! This month in Leader in Me, we are focusing on Habit 6: Synergize. When you practice Habit 6 you work together as a team and learn that more can be accomplished when we work together. Please see below for a family activity to practice Habit 6 and a video to help you learn more! Let us know that you completed the family activity and you will be entered into a raffle for a prize.
Habit 6 Family Activity
7 Habits Reflection - Experiencing Synergy
Safety Reminders
There was another report of a suspicious individual at the Sandburg Park. If you ever observe concerning people or happenings at the park, it is important to report to the San Diego Police Department. We urge you to not allow your children to go to the park without a responsible adult. The Sandburg Park is not monitored by staff.
On another note, we have again received reports from our neighbors that parents are blocking driveways in order to park and pick up their children. Please do not park your car in a spot where it blocks a driveway and please obey all posted signs. The curb in front of school is a loading zone and people are not allowed to leave their cars unattended in the loading zone. We appreciate your cooperation to ensure everyone is safe and we are good neighbors.
Assembly 3/14/2025 and Principal Coffee Chat
We invite you to join us for our next Friday Morning Assembly followed by our Principal and AP Coffee Chat. The assembly starts at 7:45 and the coffee chat is typically from 8:15-9:00. If you have any questions or topics you would like addressed at this coffee chat or a future session, please complete the form linked HERE.
Sandburg Wellness Committee
Please check out the Wellness Newsletter for March.
Wellness Committee
The Sandburg Wellness Committee is looking for new or used items to help create our staff wellness rooms and classroom party carts. If you have any of the following gently used/new items please bring them to the office labeled - Attention: Mrs. Kinser.
-Age 4-12 board games ( Candyland, Zingo, Twister, Labyrinth, Cards, Uno, etc)
-Blank journals/adult coloring books
-Keurig cups (coffee, tea, etc)
-Sound machine (calming)
-freestanding room divider/privacy screen
2025-2026 Primetime Enrollment and Application Process
We are excited to announce a new streamlined PrimeTime enrollment process! The 2025-26 Initial PrimeTime Application Launches: Monday, April 14, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. ALL families of students attending one of the 144 elementary, middle school and TK-8 sites offering PrimeTime will receive an email AND text with a student specific application link beginning Monday, April 14, 2025. Please remind families to confirm with their child’s school site that their primary email and cell phone number is up-to-date in the District’s PowerSchool. Parents may notify the school site to update their contact information.
Core Academy
Thank you for those that attended our first Saturday Core Academy yesterday. We have 2 more sessions scheduled for this year on March 15 and March 22. There is still space available for our future core academy dates. Any student who has been absent from school has the opportunity to attend Core Academy and get credit for one of those absences. If you are interested in attending, please fill out the permission slip linked HERE and send it to Ms. Robyn at [email protected]. You can also print it or pick one up in the front office and turn it into your classroom teacher.
Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Enrollment for 2025-26
Enrollment into TK will be from March 15th to March 28th, and will be an online process. For more information regarding TK please use the following link: TK Enrollment. Parents will need to enroll in their school of residence, and upload all required documentation. If a school becomes full, the staff in the Enrollment Options office will offer seats to the next closest school with space available. If you have any questions about enrollment, please contact Robyn Allen our Sandburg enrollment clerk at 619-605-4700 or [email protected].
After School Classes
After School World Language Programs
Mr Zach Boehning will be teaching ASL after school on Mondays and Wednesdays beginning on March 17th. Space is limited. Please see this flier for more information.
Art with Leo
Please sign up if you are interested in joining art classes with Mr.Leo. Classes will take place weekly on Thursdays afterschool from 12:15-2:15pm in B3. Start date - 03/13/2025. Please use this link for registration: https://forms.gle/i5rgZXD9hFTpKunD6
Chick-fil-A Promotion
Check out the Student I.D. Tuesday promotion during the month of March for all students in the Mira Mesa community at Chick-fil-A Mira Mesa & Chick-fil-A Sorrento Valley. Each student will be offered a Buy One Get One Free Original Chicken Sandwich with proof of valid school I.D. (If your student doesn't have a school ID, no worries all they have to do is mention the promotion and they will be honored).
Student ID Tuesday Flier.
Important Upcoming Dates
March 14 - Friday Morning Assembly and Coffee Chat
March 24-28 - Early Dismissal at 12:05 PM - Student Led Conferences
March 28 - Friday Morning Assembly
March 31-April 4 - NO SCHOOL Spring Break
GO TIGERS!
Miss Burningham
March 2, 2025
Good Evening Sandburg Tiger Families!
Happy Ramadan to all you celebrate in our Sandburg community. For the hundreds of millions of Muslims around the world who observe Ramadan, the month is a time to focus on their faith and also perform generous acts. People raise money and donate supplies to help others in need. And many fast to remind themselves about those in the world who don’t have enough to eat. If your child will be celebrating Ramadan with fasting, please reach out to your child’s teacher and we can make adjustments to their schedule, as needed. Sandi Coast Cafe will offer “grab & go meals” to San Diego Unified students fasting during Ramadan to promote nutrition security, health equity, and to ensure children have access to the nutrition they need. Meals (breakfast & lunch) will be available for pickup at the end of each school day. The initiative will be effective February 24 through March 28, 2025. Interested families must complete a request form.
Tiger Times Newsletter
Please make sure to take a minute to look at our monthly Tiger Times newsletter that went home Friday and is linked HERE. This newsletter goes home at the end of each month and highlights the amazing things going on at Sandburg.
Spring Pictures
5th Grade Cap N Gown and Spring Pictures with Gerardy Photography have been rescheduled. Please save the date for Monday, April 7th.
Wellness Committee
The Sandburg Wellness Committee is looking for new or used items to help create our staff wellness rooms and classroom party carts. If you have any of the following gently used/new items please bring them to the office labeled - Attention: Mrs. Kinser.
-Age 4-12 board games ( Candyland, Zingo, Twister, Labyrinth, Cards, Uno, etc)
-Blank journals/adult coloring books
-Keurig cups (coffee, tea, etc)
-Sound machine (calming)
-freestanding room divider/privacy screen
2025-2026 Primetime Enrollment and Application Process
We are excited to announce a new streamlined PrimeTime enrollment process! The 2025-26 Initial PrimeTime Application Launches: Monday, April 14, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. ALL families of students attending one of the 144 elementary, middle school and TK-8 sites offering PrimeTime will receive an email AND text with a student specific application link beginning Monday, April 14, 2025. Please remind families to confirm with their child’s school site that their primary email and cell phone number is up-to-date in the District’s PowerSchool. Parents may notify the school site to update their contact information.
Core Academy
Thank you for those that attended our first Saturday Core Academy yesterday. We have 2 more sessions scheduled for this year on March 15 and March 22. There is still space available for our future core academy dates. Any student who has been absent from school has the opportunity to attend Core Academy and get credit for one of those absences. If you are interested in attending, please fill out the permission slip linked HERE and send it to Ms. Robyn at [email protected]. You can also print it or pick one up in the front office and turn it into your classroom teacher.
Mira Mesa Schools Cluster Meeting
We are excited to remind everyone that our next Cluster event is scheduled for March 3 from 5:30-6:30pm. We will once again meet via zoom at this LINK: https://bit.ly/3L8GRJN. This session is focused on transitions - from elementary to MS and MS to HS. We are thrilled to have some of our MMHS 9th graders join us to share their experience and help our community in understanding what to expect as our kiddos move from one level to the next.
Teach AAPI Partner School
Did you know that Sandburg is now a Teach AAPI partner school? Check out the flier linked HERE to learn more.
Leaders of Tomorrow Summer Program
Leaders of Tomorrow (LOT) is excited to expand their summer program to Sandburg this coming summer. They will be offering the summer program at Sandburg from June 2nd - August 6th for $130 per week. To secure a spot, it is a 2-step process, the 1st step is to send an email ([email protected]) with the subject “Summer Registration 2025” in that email please include the following information:
• Your name (including contact info; phone number and email)
• Your child(ren)’s name(s)
• Their current grade (not next grade)
• The program location you're registering for (Sandburg or Jonas Salk)
Once your inquiry email is confirmed, you will receive the full enrollment email a few weeks later that will include all necessary paperwork including the registration packet, admissions agreement, and field trip packet. Please note that this is step 2 and all required forms must be completed to solidify your registration.
See the flyer linked HERE for more information.
After School World Language Programs
Mr Zach Boehning will be teaching ASL after school on Mondays and Wednesdays beginning on March 17th. Space is limited. Please see this flier for more information.
Chick-fil-A Promotion
Check out the Student I.D. Tuesday promotion during the month of March for all students in the Mira Mesa community at Chick-fil-A Mira Mesa & Chick-fil-A Sorrento Valley. Each student will be offered a Buy One Get One Free Original Chicken Sandwich with proof of valid school I.D. (If your student doesn't have a school ID, no worries all they have to do is mention the promotion and they will be honored).
Student ID Tuesday Flier.
Important Upcoming Dates
March 7 - NO SCHOOL - Non Instructional Day
March 14 - Friday Morning Assembly and Coffee Chat
March 24-28 - Early Dismissal at 12:05 PM - Student Led Conferences
March 28 - Friday Morning Assembly
March 31-April 4 - NO SCHOOL Spring Break
GO TIGERS!
Miss Burningham
Good Evening Sandburg Tiger Families!
Congratulations to our Sandburg Tigers Science Olympiad team who competed yesterday at Miramar College! They worked hard and had fun while competing against other teams across San Diego County. Thank you to our amazing coaches from Canyon Crest Academy and thank you to our wonderful parent volunteers that made this program a success. Great job Tigers!
Core Academy
Thank you for those that attended our first Saturday Core Academy yesterday. We have 3 more sessions scheduled for this year on March 1, March 15 and March 22. There is still space available for our future core academy dates. Any student who has been absent from school has the opportunity to attend Core Academy and get credit for one of those absences. If you are interested in attending, please fill out the permission slip linked HERE and send it to Ms. Robyn at [email protected]. You can also print it or pick one up in the front office and turn it into your classroom teacher.
Leaders of Tomorrow Summer Program
Leaders of Tomorrow (LOT) is excited to expand their summer program to Sandburg this coming summer. They will be offering the summer program at Sandburg from June 2nd - August 6th for $130 per week. To secure a spot, it is a 2-step process, the 1st step is to send an email ([email protected]) with the subject “Summer Registration 2025” in that email please include the following information:
• Your name (including contact info; phone number and email)
• Your child(ren)’s name(s)
• Their current grade (not next grade)
• The program location you're registering for (Sandburg or Jonas Salk)
Once your inquiry email is confirmed, you will receive the full enrollment email a few weeks later that will include all necessary paperwork including the registration packet, admissions agreement, and field trip packet. Please note that this is step 2 and all required forms must be completed to solidify your registration.
See the flyer linked HERE for more information.
Youth Football & Cheer
Mira Mesa Pop Warner Football and Cheer offers youth football and cheer programs here in Mira Mesa for athletes aged 4-14, promoting teamwork and athletic growth. Registration for the 2025 season is now open! Sign up today at miramesachargers.org Check out this flyer for more info.
Important Upcoming Dates
March 7 - NO SCHOOL - Non Instructional Day
March 24-28 - Early Dismissal at 12:05 PM - Student Led Conferences
GO TIGERS!
Miss Burningham
Good Evening Sandburg Tiger Families!
In the next few weeks, we are finishing up our second reporting period. We are excited this year to introduce student led conferences for our spring conferences. As part of our leader in me program, students have been taking more ownership for their own learning by setting goals and working hard to achieve them. This year we will be meeting with all families during spring conferences and students will have the ability to help lead the conference sharing their learning and areas of growth. Be on the lookout for more information from your teacher about scheduling your student led conference during the week of March 24 through the 28th.
Don’t forget…school is closed Monday, February 17th, in honor of President’s Day. School will resume on Tuesday, February 18th.
SDUSD Cultural Hub
At Sandburg Elementary, we believe that all children are to be seen, heard, and valued. The story of African Americans in this country is the story of American history—a history of resilience, innovation, and the ongoing fight for justice and equality. To honor and uplift this rich legacy, we are proud to share The Cultural Hub located on our district website! This new resource is dedicated to celebrating the voices, contributions, and experiences of diverse communities, fostering awareness, inclusion, and learning for all. We invite our Sandburg community to explore and engage with The Cultural Hub—because understanding our shared history strengthens our future.
Core Academy
We are excited to host our first Core Academy Session on Saturday, February 22nd, from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM. If we received your completed permission slip, you should have received an email from Ms. Robyn on Thursday to confirm your attendance at Core Academy. If you signed up for Core Academy and did not receive the confirmation email, please contact Ms. Robyn at [email protected]. Confirmations for subsequent Core Academy sessions will be sent out approximately 1 week in advance.
Independent Study Contracts
We continue to receive a lot of requests for Independent Study Contracts, so we wanted to review our contract process.
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We may approve 1 contract per year, per student for less than 15 days. All subsequent requests are considered unexcused absences.
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Contract requests must come to the Sandburg office 2 weeks prior to leaving for the contract. You can stop by the office, call Sandburg at 619-605-4700 or email Ms. Rashmi at [email protected].
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The school has the right to deny a contract if adequate time is not given or if there is a concern about the students attendance and/or academic progress.
Job Opening
Due to one of our noon duty employees being promoted to a full time position, we are again in need of a noon duty employee to work Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 11:15am - 12:45pm. If you are interested, please return this completed application to the office. Contact Kristi Nevarez with any questions at [email protected].
After School Programs
Heartlight is offering a winter session of dance classes after school on Wednesdays. The classes are from 2:05-3:05pm on the blacktop beginning on February 26th. For more details and registration information, please check out the flyer.
Trumpet Lessons
At our January Sandburg Foundation meeting, we had a special presentation from Julian Hlavac, who is a high school student at Mira Mesa High School. He is a member of the world renowned Sapphire Sound (Mira Mesa Marching Band). We was very passionate about his love for music and his desire to share that with others. He is offering affordable trumpet lessons for upper elementary and middle school students to help ignite a love for music and prepare for future musical opportunities. See the flyer linked below for more information.
Trumpet Lessons by Julian Hlavac
Important Upcoming Dates
February 17 - NO SCHOOL - Presidents Holiday
February 19 - Extra Modified Day - 12:05 PM Dismissal
March 7 - NO SCHOOL - Non Instructional Day
March 24-28 - Early Dismissal at 12:05 PM - Student Led Conferences
GO TIGERS!
Miss Burningham
Sunday Message 2/9/2025
Good Evening Sandburg Tiger Families!
Did you know February is Black History Month? Although the histories, stories, and voices of Black people should be centered, honored, and uplifted in school every day, February is a time to draw attention to their many amazing accomplishments and contributions to our country. Black History Month is celebrated to honor and recognize the significant contributions and achievements of African Americans throughout history, highlighting important figures and events that are often overlooked in society. As we celebrate Black History Month, we promote awareness and understanding of Black culture and experiences across various areas like politics, science, arts, and activism; it is a time to celebrate the legacy of Black people in the United States. Please see the link below for more information about how you can celebrate black history month at home.
Black History Month Resource Guide
Leader in Me Family Activities
As we continue in the new year, we are continuing to learn about and practice the 7 Habits. In January we practiced Habit 5, Seek First to Understand, Then to be Understood. In February, we are practicing and learning about Habit 6: Synergize. Linked below are 2 family activities to help practice the habits at home. If you complete these activities and turn a copy into your teacher you will be entered into a drawing for some prizes.
Habit 5 Family Activity
Habit 6 Family Activity
Valentine’s Day Policy
Many classes are looking forward to celebrating Valentine’s Day on February 13th. In accordance with our school site wellness plan and SDUSD food guidelines, candy cannot be distributed at school. If your child would like to pass out Valentines to their classmates, please bring cards and/or non-food items, like stickers, pencils, etc.
Job Opening
Due to one of our noon duty employees being promoted to a full time position, we are again in need of a noon duty employee to work Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 11:15am - 12:45pm. If you are interested, please return this completed application to the office. Contact Kristi Nevarez with any questions at [email protected].
Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Enrollment for 2025-26
UTK will be referred to as "TK" beginning in 2025-26. Enrollment into TK will commence in March 2025, and will be an online process. Parents will be able to enroll in their school of residence, and upload all required documentation. If a school becomes full, the staff in the Enrollment Options office will offer seats to the next closest school with space available. If you have any questions about enrollment, please contact Robyn Allen our Sandburg enrollment clerk at 619-605-4700 or [email protected].
TK Parent Workshops via Zoom Link for both presentations: https://sandiegounified.zoom.us/j/81378374938
Wednesday, March 5, 2025 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.; interpretation services log in at 5:15
Thursday, March 6, 2025 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.; interpretation services log in at 9:45
After School Soccer
AYSO will be back with another soccer session for students ages 4-7. Class will be held on Tuesdays from 2:05-2:50pm from March 4th - April 15th. There are only five spaces left for this upcoming session! Register using the QR code on the flyer.
Trumpet Lessons
At our January Sandburg Foundation meeting, we had a special presentation from Julian Hlavac, who is a high school student at Mira Mesa High School. He is a member of the world renowned Sapphire Sound (Mira Mesa Marching Band). We was very passionate about his love for music and his desire to share that with others. He is offering affordable trumpet lessons for upper elementary and middle school students to help ignite a love for music and prepare for future musical opportunities. See the flyer linked below for more information.
Trumpet Lessons by Julian Hlavac
Important Upcoming Dates
February 14 - NO SCHOOL - Presidents Holiday
February 17 - NO SCHOOL - Presidents Holiday
February 19 - Extra Modified Day - 12:05 PM Dismissal
GO TIGERS!
Miss Burningham
Sandburg Sunday Message 2/2/2025
Good Evening Sandburg Tiger Families!
Happy Lunar New Year to all you celebrate! Lunar New Year is a festival celebrated in many Asian countries. It is also called Spring Festival. The lunar calendar is based on the cycles of the moon, so the dates of the holiday vary slightly from year to year. The new year begins sometime between January 21 and February 20 according to Western calendars. The festivals last for 15 days. This year we celebrate the year of the Wooden Snake.
Thank you to everyone that made rocks for the memorial rock gard to honor and remember Mrs. Leong! Even once the rock garden is set up, you can always make additional rocks to add to it. Mrs. Leong’s family has shared information about the Celebration of Life they have planned. The family is honored to have anyone come celebrate Kelly who had the opportunity to have that special connection with her.
Midyear Parking and Traffic Reminders
Due to an increase in unsafe conditions during arrival and pick-up, we wanted to remind you of a few things.
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There are NO U-TURNS allowed along Avenida del Gato in front of any part of the Sandburg campus. There are NO U-TURN signs at the north and south ends of the campus. It is extremely unsafe and blocks traffic.
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Although jaywalking may not be illegal, it is extremely unsafe, especially during busy dropoff and pick up times. Please take an extra few steps and set a good example for your children by crossing at the crosswalk.
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Students should only be picked up along the curb in our loading zone. Please do not have your child load while you are double parked and in the traffic lane. This is extremely unsafe!
Thank you for your cooperation and please share these reminders with whomever is picking up your child.
Sandburg Core Academy
During February and March, we will be piloting the SDUSD Core Academy Program on February 22, March 1, March 8 and March 22, from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM. This is a weekend enrichment program that allows students to have fun participating in educational enrichment activities and make-up absences. It also helps Sandburg and SDUSD generate funds that were lost when students missed school. The permission slip for Core Academy was previously sent to all students who had 4 or more absences. We are now opening enrollment to other students. Enrollment priority will be given to those students with absences, as there is limited space in the program. Attached below is the permission slip for Core Academy. If you are interested in your child attending Core Academy, please return the permission slip to your child’s teacher or the font office ASAP. There are also printed permission slips available in the office.
Core Academy Permission Slip
Sandburg Wellness Committee
Please check out the Wellness Newsletter for February.
Lost and Found
Our lost and found has been piling up! On Monday afternoon, the lost and found will be hung on the front fence. All items not claimed by Friday, February 7th will be donated to those in need.
Job Opening
Due to one of our noon duty employees being promoted to a full time position, we are again in need of a noon duty employee to work Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 11:15am - 12:45pm. If you are interested, please return this completed application to the office. Contact Kristi Nevarez with any questions at [email protected].
Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Enrollment for 2025-26
UTK will be referred to as "TK" beginning in 2025-26. Enrollment into TK will commence in March 2025, and will be an online process. Parents will be able to enroll in their school of residence, and upload all required documentation. If a school becomes full, the staff in the Enrollment Options office will offer seats to the next closest school with space available. If you have any questions about enrollment, please contact Robyn Allen our Sandburg enrollment clerk at 619-605-4700 or [email protected].
TK Parent Workshops via Zoom Link for both presentations: https://sandiegounified.zoom.us/j/81378374938
Wednesday, March 5, 2025 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.; interpretation services log in at 5:15
Thursday, March 6, 2025 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.; interpretation services log in at 9:45
Important Upcoming Dates
February 7 - Friday Morning Assembly and Coffee Chat
February 14 - NO SCHOOL - Presidents Holiday
February 17 - NO SCHOOL - Presidents Holiday
February 19 - Extra Modified Day - 12:05 PM Dismissal
GO TIGERS!
Miss Burningham
Sandburg Sunday Message 1/26/2025
Good Evening Sandburg Tiger Families!
This coming week our Sandburg Tigers are participating in the Great Kindness Challenge. In the world today, kindness can be so powerful as we navigate our lives alongside people who are different from us. They may look different, have different abilities, speak a different language or act differently. When we walk through life with a focus on kindness, no matter who we are interacting with, we make this world a better and kinder place. Below you will find a video to kickoff the Great Kindness Challenge Week and a checklist that you and your tigers can use to practice kindness all week long and beyond!
Great Kindness Challenge Kickoff Video
Kindness Checklist
Spirit Week
Our No Place for Hate committee has planned a Kindness Spirit Week for January 27-31. Please check the flier for all the details.
Job Opening
Due to one of our noon duty employees being promoted to a full time position, we are again in need of a noon duty employee to work Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 11:15am - 12:45pm. If you are interested, please return this completed application to the office. Contact Kristi Nevarez with any questions at [email protected].
Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Enrollment for 2025-26
UTK will be referred to as "TK" beginning in 2025-26. Enrollment into TK will commence in March 2025, and will be an online process. Parents will be able to enroll in their school of residence, and upload all required documentation. If a school becomes full, the staff in the Enrollment Options office will offer seats to the next closest school with space available. If you have any questions about enrollment, please contact Robyn Allen our Sandburg enrollment clerk at 619-605-4700 or [email protected].
TK Parent Workshops via Zoom Link for both presentations: https://sandiegounified.zoom.us/j/81378374938
Wednesday, March 5, 2025 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.; interpretation services log in at 5:15
Thursday, March 6, 2025 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.; interpretation services log in at 9:45
After School Classes
Art with Leo
Please sign up if you are interested in joining art classes with Mr.Leo. Classes take place weekly on Thursdays from 12:15-2:15pm in B3 and the next 5 week session begins on January 30th. Please check out Leo’s flier and register using this link.
Piano Keyboarding Class
Musical Minds will be starting a new session of keyboarding beginning on February 12th. For registration details and more information, please check out this flier.
Important Upcoming Dates
February 7 - Friday Morning Assembly and Coffee Chat
February 14 - NO SCHOOL - Presidents Holiday
February 17 - NO SCHOOL - Presidents Holiday
February 19 - Extra Modified Day - 12:05 PM Dismissal
GO TIGERS!
Miss Burningham
Good Evening Sandburg Tiger Families!
I hope this holiday weekend you found the time to honor Dr. Martin Luther King’s legacy of equality for all people, solving disagreements peacefully and serving others.
Job Opening
Due to one of our noon duty employees being promoted to a full time position, we are again in need of a noon duty employee to work Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 11:15am - 12:45pm. If you are interested, please return this completed application to the office. Contact Kristi Nevarez with any questions at [email protected].
What Are Your Plans for the 2025-2026 School Year?
The Sandburg Elementary office is currently getting ready for the 2025-2026 school year, which begins on Monday August 11, 2025. In order for us to prepare for the 2025-2026 school year and ensure we have enough staff available to support our students, we need all current Sandburg families to complete this form. Please fill out the form below for each student and submit it by January 14th.
If you moved out of the Sandburg boundaries during this school year, are a UTK student who is out of Sandburg boundaries and not currently CHOICED in, you will also need to complete a CHOICE application. We appreciate your immediate response.
25-26 School Year Survey
Enrollment K thru 5th for 2025-2026
We are now enrolling for the 2025-2026 school year. If you have an incoming Kindergarten student that lives in Sandburg boundaries, enrollment packets can be picked up in the Sandburg Office from 8am to 3pm. You can sign up for an enrollment appointment once the packet is complete. Kindergarten students must turn 5 by September 2, 2025. If you have any questions about enrollment, please contact Robyn Allen our Sandburg enrollment clerk at 619-605-4700 or [email protected].
Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Enrollment for 2025-26
UTK will be referred to as "TK" beginning in 2025-26. Enrollment into TK will commence in March 2025, and will be an online process. Parents will be able to enroll in their school of residence, and upload all required documentation. If a school becomes full, the staff in the Enrollment Options office will offer seats to the next closest school with space available. Parent workshops via Zoom will be offered prior to the enrollment window opening. If you have any questions about enrollment, please contact Robyn Allen our Sandburg enrollment clerk at 619-605-4700 or [email protected].
Help Replenish Books in our Sandburg Library
We experienced a water leak in our library that damaged and destroyed some books. Our Student Lighthouse Team is working with Ms. Jayda to help out our school! The leak has now been fixed and we are ready to replenish the books. Hardback books that are new or in good condition are greatly appreciated. Please see the flyer below about specific topics that were lost. We will be collecting books throughout the month of January.
After School Classes
Sticky Fingers Cooking Class
A new session of Sticky Fingers Cooking Class will begin on Wednesday, February 5th for students in Kinder - 3rd grade. Please note that there will be no cooking classes on modified days. For registration details and more information, please check out the flyer.
Art with Leo
Please sign up if you are interested in joining art classes with Mr.Leo. Classes take place weekly on Thursdays from 12:15-2:15pm in B3 and the next 5 week session begins on January 30th. Please check out Leo’s flier and register using this link.
Important Upcoming Dates
January 10, 2025 - Friday Morning Assembly and Principal/AP Coffee Chat
January 20, 2025 - MLK Jr. Holiday - NO SCHOOL
January 24, 2025 - Friday Morning Assembly
GO TIGERS!
Miss Burningham
Sandburg Sunday Message 1/12/2025
Good Evening Sandburg Tiger Families!
Can you believe that we are over halfway done with the school year? Tomorrow will be day 92! The school year is flying by. As we approach the second half of the school year, we are looking forward to seeing the progress our students are making and they prepare for the next grade level. We are still seeing a large number of absences and requests for independent study contracts. Attached below are the calendars for this school year and next school year. This school year ends on Thursday, May 29th and the 2025-2026 school year begins on Monday, August 11th. Please plan summer vacation plans around these dates.
2024-25 School Year Calendar
2025-26 School Year Calendar
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 's Birthday is coming up on January 15th and school will be closed on January 20th to honor his legacy. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. believed in equality for all people, solving disagreements peacefully and throughout his life worked in service to other people. As we approach this holiday to honor him, we invite all of you to find ways to honor his legacy by serving other people, solving disagreements peacefully and making sure everyone is treated fairly and included no matter their differences.
Sandburg Site Safety Plan
In lieu of the recent Los Angeles County Fires, we have had some parents asking about our site Emergency Procedures. Attached HERE is the public version of our Site Safety Plan that was shared earlier this school year. There is a much more detailed Confidential Site Safety Plan because there are certain parts of the plan that are not public due to maintaining site safety and security. Some of the most important things parents can do are ensure the office always has your most up to date contact information (address, phone number, email and emergency contacts) and remind your children to listen to school staff in case of emergency. If an emergency were to occur, do not come directly to school, as that can interfere with emergency response. Keep an eye on your phone/computer for phone calls, emails or texts from the school to inform you of next steps. Students and staff do practice what to do in an emergency during monthly emergency drills (fire, earthquake, lockdown and shelter in place).
What Are Your Plans for the 2025-2026 School Year?
The Sandburg Elementary office is currently getting ready for the 2025-2026 school year, which begins on Monday August 11, 2025. In order for us to prepare for the 2025-2026 school year and ensure we have enough staff available to support our students, we need all current Sandburg families to complete this form. Please fill out the form below for each student and submit it by January 14th.
If you moved out of the Sandburg boundaries during this school year, are a UTK student who is out of Sandburg boundaries and not currently CHOICED in, you will also need to complete a CHOICE application. We appreciate your immediate response.
25-26 School Year Survey
Enrollment K thru 5th for 2025-2026
We are now enrolling for the 2025-2026 school year. If you have an incoming Kindergarten student that lives in Sandburg boundaries, enrollment packets can be picked up in the Sandburg Office from 8am to 3pm. You can sign up for an enrollment appointment once the packet is complete. Kindergarten students must turn 5 by September 2, 2025. If you have any questions about enrollment, please contact Robyn Allen our Sandburg enrollment clerk at 619-605-4700 or [email protected].
Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Enrollment for 2025-26
UTK will be referred to as "TK" beginning in 2025-26. Enrollment into TK will commence in March 2025, and will be an online process. Parents will be able to enroll in their school of residence, and upload all required documentation. If a school becomes full, the staff in the Enrollment Options office will offer seats to the next closest school with space available. Parent workshops via Zoom will be offered prior to the enrollment window opening. If you have any questions about enrollment, please contact Robyn Allen our Sandburg enrollment clerk at 619-605-4700 or [email protected].
Sandburg Wellness Committee
Please check out the Wellness Newsletter for January.
Help Replenish Books in our Sandburg Library
We experienced a water leak in our library that damaged and destroyed some books. Our Student Lighthouse Team is working with Ms. Jayda to help out our school! The leak has now been fixed and we are ready to replenish the books. Hardback books that are new or in good condition are greatly appreciated. Please see the flyer below about specific topics that were lost. We will be collecting books throughout the month of January.
After School Soccer
Due to its popularity, AYSO has opened up some more spaces in the current soccer session for students ages 4-7. Classes are held on Tuesdays from 2:05-2:50 pm from January 7th - February 25th. Register using the QR code on the flyer.
Important Upcoming Dates
January 10, 2025 - Friday Morning Assembly and Principal/AP Coffee Chat
January 20, 2025 - MLK Jr. Holiday - NO SCHOOL
January 24, 2025 - Friday Morning Assembly
GO TIGERS!
Miss Burningham
Sandburg Sunday Message - 1/5/2025
Good Evening Sandburg Tiger Families!
Happy New Year to all of our Sandburg Tiger students, families and staff! I hope you have all had a wonderful Winter Break and I am looking forward to a great second half of our 2024-2025 school year!
Prior to Winter Break, we had a large decrease in our daily attendance due to extended vacations and illness. Please plan all future vacations during our school holidays and ensure all appointments are scheduled outside of school hours. Students can attend school with minor colds and improving symptoms from more severe illnesses. Students should be kept home if they are not fever-free and stomach flu free without medication for 24 hours. If you are unsure if your child should attend school, please feel free to contact our school office at 619-605-4700.
2025-2026 School Year Enrollment
The Sandburg Elementary office is currently getting ready for the 2025-2026 school year, which begins on Monday August 11, 2025. In order for us to prepare for the 2025-2026 school year and ensure we have enough staff available to support our students, we need all current Sandburg families to complete this form. Please fill out the form below for each student and submit it by January 14th.
If you moved out of the Sandburg boundaries during this school year, are a UTK student who is out of Sandburg boundaries and not currently CHOICED in, you will also need to complete a CHOICE application. We appreciate your immediate response.
25-26 School Year Survey
Help Replenish Books in our Sandburg Library
We experienced a water leak in our library that damaged and destroyed some books. Our Student Lighthouse Team is working with Ms. Jayda to help out our school! The leak has now been fixed and we are ready to replenish the books. Hardback books that are new or in good condition are greatly appreciated. Please see the flyer below about specific topics that were lost. We will be collecting books throughout the month of January.
After School Soccer
AYSO will be back with another soccer session for students ages 4-7. Class will be held on Tuesdays from 2:05-2:50pm from January 7th - February 25th. There are only five spaces left for this upcoming session! Register using the QR code on the flyer.
Important Upcoming Dates
January 7, 2025 - School Resumes
January 10, 2025 - Friday Morning Assembly and Principal/AP Coffee Chat
January 20, 2025 - MLK Jr. Holiday - NO SCHOOL
January 24, 2025 - Friday Morning Assembly
GO TIGERS!
Miss Burningham
Sandburg Midweek Message - 1/2/2025
Happy New Year to all of our Sandburg Families and Staff! In the previous Sunday Message the link for the 2025-2026 School Year Enrollment Form did not work. Please use the new link below.
2025-2026 School Year Enrollment
The Sandburg Elementary office is currently getting ready for the 2025-2026 school year, which begins on Monday August 11, 2025. In order for us to prepare for the 2025-2026 school year and ensure we have enough staff available to support our students, we need all current Sandburg families to complete this form. Please fill out the form below for each student and submit it by January 14th.
If you moved out of the Sandburg boundaries during this school year, are a UTK student who is out of Sandburg boundaries and not currently CHOICED in, you will also need to complete a CHOICE application. We appreciate your immediate response.
25-26 School Year Survey
Go Tigers!
Miss Burningham
Sunday Message - 12/22/24
Good Evening Sandburg Tiger Families!
I hope you have a wonderful Winter Break with your family and friends! We look forward to welcoming you back to school in the new year!
2025-2026 School Year Enrollment
The Sandburg Elementary office is currently getting ready for the 2025-2026 school year, which begins on Monday August 11, 2025. In order for us to prepare for the 2025-2026 school year and ensure we have enough staff available to support our students, we need all current Sandburg families to complete this form. Please fill out the form below for each student and submit it by January 14th.
If you moved out of the Sandburg boundaries during this school year, are a UTK student who is out of Sandburg boundaries and not currently CHOICED in, you will also need to complete a CHOICE application. We appreciate your immediate response.
25-26 School Year Survey
Mental Health 101
At our last Principal Chat, representatives from San Ysidro Health spoke about mental health for youth. Here is a copy of the presentation that they shared.
Help Replenish Books in our Sandburg Library
We experienced a water leak in our library that damaged and destroyed some books. Our Student Lighthouse Team is working with Ms. Jayda to help out our school! The leak has now been fixed and we are ready to replenish the books. Hardback books that are new or in good condition are greatly appreciated. Please see the flyer below about specific topics that were lost. We will be collecting books throughout the month of January.
After School Soccer
AYSO will be back with another soccer session for students ages 4-7. Class will be held on Tuesdays from 2:05-2:50pm from January 7th - February 25th. There are only five spaces left for this upcoming session! Register using the QR code on the flyer.
Winter Break - December 23 - January 6th
WInter break is December 23-January 6th. The school campus will be closed during Winter Break and the office will be closed.
Important Upcoming Dates
December 20 - Additional Modified Day - 12:05 PM Dismissal
December 23-January 6 - Winter Break - No School
January 7, 2025 - School Resumes
GO TIGERS!
Miss Burningham