• Arlene Osoria (LAUSD, community relations assigned to Melrose)
    • Arlene’s contact info:
      • cp-arlene.osoria@lausd.net
      • 213-241-1333 office
      • 323-388-3844 – cell
    • Community Meeting on Thursday, May 28 at 6pm via Zoom (Online Zoom Meeting:
    • lausd.zoom.us/j/83312109141)
      • Notice sent out digitally and will be sent to homes in the neighborhood
      • Reach out to Arlene with any questions prior to the meeting to make sure those answers are integrated into the presentation
    • Concerns regarding current asphalt repair
      • There are a couple of different areas on the playground where “test patches” were put in place over last weekend to see if they can roll out a better “fix”
  • Alex Berger, PTO President (president@melrosepto.org)
    • Teacher & Staff Appreciation this week, May 4-8
      • MONDAY – students bring one flower for teacher bouquets, Bagel Broker breakfast
      • TUESDAY – Lala’s for lunch
      • WEDNESDAY – pastry and coffee/tea at Fratelli Cafe
      • THURSDAY – El Coyote for lunch
      • FRIDAY – Students bring thank you card for teacher (and staff if so inclined), pastry and coffee/tea at Flowin Cafe, gift cards will be given to teachers and staff
      • All courtesy of the PTO (thank you for your contributions!)
    • Melrose Games has raised $76,052 thus far (goal = $166,000)
      • Fundraising extended until May 10
      • Each grade should have received information as to where their child’s class points total is within their grade
      • Prizes are still available and will be announced on Monday’s assembly
      • Thank you to sponsors! El Coyote, Philly’s Best, Pink’s, Flowin, Fratelli, Cali’s Books, The Stacks, Table Flip Simulator, Platt Boutique Jewelry
      • Fundraise for the Melrose Games:
        •  mybooster.com
        • deliver a check made out to “Melrose Elementary PTO” and write your child’s name and teacher’s name on the envelope
        • “Treasurer@MelrosePTO.org” is the Zelle address to send money.
        • Venmo @melrosepto
        • If donate via any method other than mybooster.com, please email Julia Wiss (rusyuliya@yahoo.com) letting her know your child’s name and teacher so they get proper credit
      • Melrose PTO Positions 2026-2027 (sign up here:  https://signup.com/go/tgSPOnA)
        • Looking for volunteers for fundraising, special events, morning valet, beautification, graphic design, social media and more…!
    • Ralph’s rewards Money for Melrose Elementary PTO
    • No Community coffee hour this Friday to keep focus on Teacher Appreciation
    • Melrose Community Day – June 5th
      • Look for more info / communication from your Grade Level Rep
  • Sachiko Miyaji
    • Community Day — SAVE THE DATE of JUNE 5th (it is a minimum day!)
      • Cardboard challenge showcase
      • Student film festival hosted by Mr. Frank
      • 5th grade vs Staff kickball game
      • Cultural Potluck
  • Sheline Jackson
    • Tacos 1986 is giving free kids meals. Certificates will be in your students’ folder
    • Larchmont Spring Block Party this Saturday, 11am-4pm on the 500 block of Bronson Avenue
      • Food, music and more!
    • If your student is currently riding the bus, you need to opt-in for next year if you want transportation for next year
      • Call 213-443-1300 for help if needed
    • Upcoming Dates
      • Willy Wonka Jr on May 22
      • Aladdin on June 3 and 4
    • No cell phones or smart watches during the school day
    • No glass bottles or aluminum cans
    • Please do not park on Detroit Street to drop off in the morning. The school side of the street is a NO STOPPING ZONE on school days. We need that space for school buses.
      • Walk your student into school or use the valet on Formosa