Principal's Message 

Táawila Families,

It is with much anticipation, enthusiasm and pride that I welcome you to the new school year at Táawila Elementary School (TES).  For those of you who are new to us, our school name, Táawila, was taken from the language of the Pechanga Band of Luiseno Indians, who have inhabited the Menifee Valley and adjacent areas of Riverside County for thousands of years.  In fact, the rocky hill that towers above the site of the school is considered sacred land by local Native Americans.

Táawila (TAH-we-la) in the Native American language, translates to "gathering or sitting place."  Back in time, the hills surrounding Audie Murphy Ranch were once a sacred gathering place for members of the Pechanga tribe and now, Tåawila Elementary School will be a gathering place for our students, their families, staff and the local community.  

We will use the term, PAWS UP Cubs often.  PAWS UP is a call to get into the “ready” position, eager to take on the task at hand and/or do the right thing.  PAWS UP denotes an agile and quick, can do attitude.  PAWS UP is also the acronym for Táawila’s Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) system:

Personal best
Academic excellence
Work together
Safety and respect
Unity
Pride

PBIS provides a focus on taking a team-based, systematic approach where we teach appropriate behaviors to all students in the school.  The goal is to create a positive school climate, in which students learn and grow.

The school office is open daily if you have questions or concerns.  Do not hesitate to reach out to us, we are here to help.

Stay safe and as always, Paws Up Cubs!!

Mrs. Donoho