Greetings, New and Current Madrona Wildcat Families!

The 2024–25 school year was an outstanding year for our Wildcats, and we’re excited to build on that success with another year full of learning, growth, and well‑attended student and family events to keep you connected to Madrona Middle School.

My staff and I are thrilled to welcome back our rising 7th and 8th graders and to meet our newest Wildcats—our incoming 6th graders—as they begin their exciting middle school journey.

At Madrona, we are proud to offer a wide variety of opportunities designed to help every student discover and develop their passions. Whether your student is drawn to English Language Arts, Social Studies, Math, Science, PE, STEM (Engineering, Robotics, and Computer Science), Art, Instrumental Music, Show Choir, Sports Management, Leadership, or Athletics—not to mention the excitement of spirit weeks, rallies, and school dances—there is something here to inspire every student's curiosity, build friendships, and strengthen important skills like critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and problem‑solving.

With the first day of school just a few days away, we ask for your support in completing your Annual Parent/Guardian Online PowerSchool Registration. This important step ensures we have the most up‑to‑date information to serve your student best.

Registration & Annual School & District Updates
The PowerSchool Parent/Family Annual Online Registration window opened Friday, August 1 (see instructions below for PowerSchool access.)

• All families—both new and returning—must log in to PowerSchool to:
• Verify emergency contacts, authorized pickup information, and confirm release authorizations
• Complete Family Acknowledgement of Madrona Expectations and TUSD Policies.

Access and review important school resources, including our:

• 2025–26 School Handbook
• School Bell Schedule
• Campus Map (updated for 2025-26)
• Madrona PTSA’s Membership Flyer

Here's additional information in preparation for the 2025-26 School Year:

• First Days of School - Thursday, August 21
• Campus Opens Early: 8:00 AM (Thursday & Friday, Aug. 21–22), instead of 8:15 AM.
• First Bell: 8:30 AM
• Period 1 Late Bell: 8:40 AM
• The early 8:00 am campus opening will help ease traffic and give students extra time to find their classes and lockers.

Save-the-Date

• Tuesday, September 9 – Back to School Night (5:00–7:00 PM)
• Friday, September 12 – Madrona PTSA Hosted School Dance (5:00–7:00 PM)
• Friday, October 24 – Madrona PTSA Hosted Community Trunk or Treat (5:00–7:00 PM)

Class Schedule Access & Updates

• Schedules will be viewable in PowerSchool (online and via mobile app) beginning Monday, August 18. Please note:
• Adjustments may occur in the first few weeks due to new enrollments and class leveling
• Families will be contacted directly if changes affect their student

Stay Connected
Look out for another newsletter before school begins, followed by our weekly Madrona Wildcat Family Newsletter. It’s your go-to source for:

• School updates & Upcoming events
• After-school Clubs and Sports Tryouts
• PTSA News and Volunteer Opportunities
• Torrance Unified School District & Community Resources

We look forward to seeing our students inspired in their learning, growing academically, strengthening their social‑emotional skills, and creating positive memories along the way. Middle school is such a special time to reconnect with friends, make new ones, and discover hidden talents and opportunities—and we can’t wait to support your student on their journey!

See you soon, Wildcats!

Warm regards,

Sue Key, Ed.D., Proud Principal
Madrona Middle School