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First Day of School Information

By: Noelia Medina Hello Twin Oaks Families, We are so excited to welcome our students and families back for the first day of school on Wednesday, August 12! As we begin a new school year, we want to make sure everyone feels prepared for a smooth and successful first day. Please review all important updates and reminders included in this newsletter including arrival and dismissal procedures, attendance expectations, lunch information, and other helpful first-day details. We

Welcome Back! HS Advisory List + Elective Descriptions

By: Gisselle Santellan Welcome back! We hope you had a wonderful summer and had the opportunity to rest and recharge. We are so happy to have you back on campus and are looking forward to seeing all that you will accomplish this year. Whether you are returning to HTOMS or beginning a new chapter with us, we are so excited to have you as part of our school community. Please read the following important messages before your first day tomorrow: Advisory – First Day (8/12) Attach

Staying Informed: Policy Changes

Author: Noelia Medina As we prepare for the new school year, several school policies have been updated to support student learning, safety, and success. Below are highlights of changes to our Cell Phone Policy, Late Work Policy, and Attendance & Make-Up Work Policy. We encourage all families to review our school policies and the review the Family Handbook on our school website for detailed information about school expectations, procedures, and student responsibilities. Thank

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Paige Bueckers: Redefining Greatness in Women’s Basketball

Author: Alicia Beloy Paige Bueckers is one of the most talented and influential players in women’s basketball today. From breaking records in college to inspiring young athletes everywhere, she continues to shape the future of the sport. Paige Bueckers is a phenomenal college basketball player mostly known for her skill, confidence, and leadership on the court. Before playing at the collegiate level, she gained world wide attention in high school at Hopkins Minnesota for her

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Soap Box: How Did a Wooden Crate Become a Weekly Event in Schools?

Author: Kayla Siemens What is a soap box? Literally speaking, it is exactly what it sounds like. In the 19th and early 20th centuries, shipping companies packed soap and dry goods in sturdy wooden boxes. However, this phrase that is commonly used in school and figurative languages isn't about the boxes themselves, nor is it about what is inside of them. The reason soap boxes are so popular is because speakers, political activists, and street preachers flipped these empty wo

Key Dates and Events

Sunday, August 9: Back to School Picnic at Elementary Campus Wednesday, August 12: School Begins August 12-14: Noon Dismissal (no lunch) Wednesday, September 9: Back to School Night (Middle School) 5 - 6PM Wednesday, September 16: Back to School Night (High School) 5 - 6PM

National Dates

Summer may be over, but you can still spice up your day by knowing about these dates! Saturday, August 15: National Relaxation Day Wednesday, August 19: National Potato Day Monday, August 24: National Waffle Day Wednesday, August 26: National Dog Day Sunday, August 30: National Beach Day

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Back to School Crossword

Creator: Kayla Siemens Send a screenshot of the completed puzzle to twintimes@haywardtwinoaks.org for a discount at the student store! https://crosswordlabs.com/view/htoms-back-to-school

Random Fun Facts

Last updated: August 11, 2026 Did you know that the world's oldest continuously running school is Shishi High School in Chengdu, China, founded way back in 149 AD.? Did you know that you can get a discount for our school's student store if you send twintimes@haywardtwimoaks.org a screenshot of their monthly crossword correctly completed? Did you know that Peter Durand invented the tin can in 1810, but nobody made a can opener until 1858? Archive: Did you know that the Eiffel

Dad Jokes

Last updated on August 11, 2026. So frightfully awful... yet wonderfully spiffing. I don't trust stairs. They're always up to something. Did you hear about the kidnapping at school? Don't worry, he woke up. Q: What do you call a sad cup of coffee? A: Depresso. Archive: Some ancient Egyptians claimed there were no crocodiles in their country. I think they were in de Nile. "Dad, why did you buy a boat?" "There was a sail." I work on a submarine, but I think I'm going to quit. I