Welcome

Welcome to Avondale Elementary. Every day we work hand in hand with parents, teachers, educators and community members to serve TK to 5th grade students. Enroll today!

School Announcements:

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Last Day of School, Early Dismissal

Hi Avondale Families,

Thank you for your incredible support in making this school year a truly great one!

Please note that the last day of school is June 16th — Early Dismissal.

We wish you a safe, fun, and relaxing summer break!
We look forward to welcoming everyone back on August 6th at 7:20 am.

See you soon!

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Memorial Day

Hi Avondale Families, In Observance of Memorial Day there will be NO SCHOOL MAY 25TH!“We honor those who served and sacrificed their lives for our freedom.”

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Download Parent Square

If you haven't already downloaded the ParentSquare app, we would like you to do so as it is the best way to stay connected with our school.

A few of the things you can do on the app:

  • View Posts - news and happenings in the class, grade, school, or groups
  • Events - look at the school calendar and save events on your phone
  • Photos - easily view and download class and school photos
  • Participate - volunteer for events, sign-up to bring an item, or fill out a form
  • Communicate - message with staff or your classroom teacher

Download the App!
If you are viewing this message on your phone, click on a link below to download the app!

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Thank you for support!

Hello Avondale Parents & Staff,

Thank you for supporting our school by grabbing coffee Monday at our 1st PTA Coffee Drive-Thru! We hope you enjoyed it.

A big thank-you to our PTA for all the hard work and time that went into making this event a success—we truly appreciate your dedication.

And a special shout out- Happy Birthday to Vicky, our wonderful PTA President! 

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RISE ABOVE Youth Program

Free 8 Week Program for Ages 9-12

When: April 22th - June 10th
Wednesday's 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm at STEAM Academy

Where: 1001 Leland Street Spring Valley, CA 91977

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Thank You Common Ground!

Thank you Common Ground for all your support, kindness, generosity, and love for our families—we truly appreciate it!

Thank you again, Michael!

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5th Grade Promotion

Save the Date for 5th Grade Promotion in the Lunch Quad on Monday, June 15th at 8:30 am!

See the flyer below for more information.

Why You'll Love Avondale

  • Nestled in a Tranquil Spring Valley Neighborhood
  • A True Community School
  • Third Generation Avondale Tigers whose Parents, Grandparents, and Extended Family have Attended
  • Known for its Caring and Highly Experienced Staff
  • Learning is Enhanced by Long-Standing Regional Partnerships (i.e. UCSD, San Diego Youth Services) that Bring Extra Tutoring, Art Programs and More
  • After-School Enrichment Programs are Offered Throughout the Year

Enroll Today!

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Important Information:

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Volunteer Information

Thank you for volunteering at Avondale Elementary School! Please review the required steps below to complete your volunteer clearance.

Cost: $67 total

  • $20 (fingerprinting – LMPD)
  • $47 (DOJ processing)

Step 1: DOJ & FBI Clearance (Fingerprinting)

  • Print and complete the Live Scan form and take it to a LMSV approved location.
  • No appointment necessary; payment required
  • Submit the completed form to the School Office Manager 

Step 2: TB Clearance

  • Submit a completed TB risk assessment from a healthcare provider, or
  • Provide proof of TB clearance completed within the last 60 days

Step 3: Clearance Status

  • Follow up with the School Office Manager regarding your clearance status
  • Please note: processing may take several weeks

Important: Fingerprinting and TB clearance must be completed before you can begin volunteering.

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2026-27 TK/K Enrollment Procedures

TK Students must be 4-years old on or before September 1, 2026. Kindergarten Students must be 5-years old on or before September 1, 2026!

See flyers below for more information.

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Wall of Gratitude

See the picture below of Avondale Elementary's Wall of Gratitude!

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Join Our Amazing PTA

For just $11 (or more if you'd like), your contribution helps fund:

  • Field trips
  • Fun student activities
  • Assemblies
  • And much more!

Scan the QR code to pay with your Debit Card and/or Apple Pay.

Exciting News
There will be a prize for the class with the highest percentage of memberships! Let’s make this PTA membership something amazing. Your dollars stay at our wonderful school and directly benefit our students.

Your support makes a difference—thank you for being a part of our community!

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Helping to Make Connections – Student, Family, School and Community

Ayuda para hacer conexiones - Alumno, Familia, Escuela y Comunidad

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How can parents be involved at Avondale?

Classroom Visits will help you understand what your children’s days are like “at work.” You’re always welcome to sit and watch them learn and interact with classmates and adults. If you’d like, your children’s teachers may appreciate your help with clerical tasks (copying, cutting, sorting) or working with a small group of children. Don’t be shy—we’ll show you how. 

Parent Groups help us make important decisions regarding our policies, programs, and learning environment. You’re always welcome to join or just attend the meetings that are convenient. Check the website or notices for dates and times.

  • PTA (Parent-Teacher Association) – These dedicated Avondale parents and staff members meet once a month to plan fun school events and to raise funds for our students’ study trips and a variety of other purposes.
  • SSC (School Site Council) – Parents and staff members review information on Avondale students’ achievement, school budgets, safety, and programs – always with the goal of making our great school even better! All are welcome to attend monthly meetings and provide input. Voting members are elected each fall.
  • ELAC (English Learners Advisory Council) – Our ELAC serves as a connection to the families of our English Learners and advises the SSC regarding their needs.  Four meetings each year are held on Fridays at 8:30 a.m.

District Committees give you opportunities to learn about policies and programs at the district level, and to provide input for important decisions. District committees meet at the Education Center Board Room, 4750 Date Street, La Mesa.

  • District Advisory Council (DAC) – Parent representatives meet with Superintendent Brian Marshall to discuss parents’ perspectives on programs and policies. See District website for dates, agendas, and minutes. 
  • District English Learners’ Advisory Council – Parents and other interested community members discuss programs and policies affecting students who are learning English.

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How do parents know how their children are progressing in class?

Weekly parent bulletins are sent home by teachers to let you know how your children are doing in school. Please be sure to look over parent bulletins with your children and talk about what they’re doing well and what they should work on the next week. Learning is all about getting better and better. Be sure to contact teachers when you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions.

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