22-23 Events

Here are some of the many events the Adams PTCO put on throughout the 2022-2023 school year.  

Meet the Teacher

Friday, August 26,  2022

Bring your Tiger(s) to school to meet their new teacher(s) and tour campus.

Here are the times for each class.

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First Day of School

Monday, August 29, 2022
9:00AM

Welcome Back Tigers!  First day of school and we are Roaring to go.  We can't wait to see you at 9am!

Tears & Cheers
Back to School Breakfast
FOR ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FAMILIES

BOO-HOO OR YA-HOO
WHICH PARENT ARE YOU?

THERE’S NO SHAME IN EITHER,
STARTING SCHOOL IS EXCITING AND NEW,

PLEASE JOIN US FOR COFFEE OR JUICE,
AND A DONUT OR TWO.

CELEBRATE THE MOMENT,
OR BE TEARY-EYED AND BLUE.

CHERISH THIS MILESTONE IN PARENTING,
YOUR CHILDREN ARE OFF AND ON THEIR WAY.

WELCOME TO OUR SCHOOL FAMILY,
AND CONGRATS ON THIS BIG DAY!


First Day of School
Monday, August 26, 2022
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Grass Area near School St.

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Adams Ave Street Fair Carnival

Friday, Sep 23 5PM-10PM

Saturday, Sep 24 10AM - 10PM

Sunday, Sep 25 10AM - 6PM

The Adams Ave Street Fair is back after a 2 year hiatus.  Join us in celebrating the larger Adams Community.  

Friday Night tends to be mostly Adams families, so join us for the unofficial Adams Fall Carnival.  

The PTCO will be selling Discount Ride Tickets for the Street Fair Carnival like we have in the past.  25% of proceeds go to funding arts at Adams.

What Rides and How Much?

Let us know if you are willing to be at the PTCO booth for shifts during the event.  More on this volunteer opportunity soon. Contact us at  volunteers.adamsptco@gmail.com 

Back to School Night

Wednesday, September 28, 2022

Mark your Calendar for the 2022 back to School night.

5:00 -5:15 - School Open for self Guided tours

5:20 - Meet School Staff at the Lunch Court

5:30-6:00 - Classroom Presentation Session 1 (Presentations repeat so you can attend either)

6:10-6:40 - Classroom Presentation Session 2 (Presentations repeat so you can attend either)

5:00-7:00 - Visit Cafeteria Salad Bar

7:00 - Closing Time See you Thursday Morning

Make sure you grab a sweet treat from the PTCO on your way out of school.  We will be in front of the school office.

Fall Picture Day

Get that hair cut, put on your Sunday best, and please, please, PLEASE SMILE NORMAL.

Thursday, September 29, 2022

School Pictures Flyer

Fall {Makeup} Picture Day

Missed the first round?  Well, now is your chance.   Get that hair cut, put on your Sunday best, and please, please, PLEASE SMILE NORMAL.

Thursday, October 6, 2022

School Pictures Flyer

School Volunteer Opportunities Meeting


You can volunteer for more than just the PTCO.  The school also needs help to maximize the student experience.  Join this meeting to see what school specific volunteer opportunities are available.  Ms. Lani is ready to welcome parents back to the Parent Center and she would love some help.  

Date: Friday, October, 7 2022
Time: 9:15-10:15
Location: Zoom (Check Dojo for meeting ID)

Teacher Professional Learning

Friday, October, 21 2022

School dismissal is 12:50pm.

Fall Festival

Date: Friday, October 28

Time: 5:30-8:30

Location: Rotunda

The gates will open & the food truck will arrive at 5:30 pm.  Games and activities will take place from 5:30-6:30. The movie will begin at 6:30 pm.

Dinner will be available for purchase from Mr. Greek's Food Truck (Menu).  Bring blankets and chairs for a picnic & movie under the stars. 

If you are interested in helping out at this event, we could use volunteers for setup, facilitating carnival games, selling raffle tickets, and clean-up. Please fill out our interest form.

Family Wednesday

Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Theme: Leader in Me

8:45 - 9:30: Join Counselor Garcia and Principal Pina in the Auditorium.  Enter through the Auditorium doors on 35th St only (not the Office).  You will be required to sign in and wear a Visitor Badge.

9:30 - 10:00: Join your child's classroom for an activity.  You will exit through the Front Office Doors.

Veterans Day (No School)

Friday, November, 11  2022

Parent Teacher Conferences

November 14-18, 2022

Early Dismissal all Week: 12:50pm

School is out early this week so parents can meet with your teachers to discuss your child's progress this year.  Look for meeting sign-ups from your teacher as we get closer to Nov 14.

Thanksgiving Break

Monday, November, 21-25  2022
First Day Back to School: Monday, November 28, 2022

Teacher Professional Learning

Friday, December, 16 2022

School dismissal is 12:50pm.

Winter Break

First Day: Monday, December, 19  2022
Last Day: Monday, January, 2  2023
First Day Back to School: Tuesday, January 3, 2023

Family Wednesday

Wednesday, January 4, 2023
Theme: Math

8:45 - 9:30: Join Counselor Garcia and Principal Pina in the Auditorium.  Enter through the Auditorium doors on 35th St only (not the Office).  You will be required to sign in and wear a Visitor Badge.

9:30 - 10:00: Join your child's classroom for an activity.  You will exit through the Front Office Doors.

MLK Day (No School)

Monday, January, 16  2023

Family Wednesday

Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Theme: Literacy

8:45 - 9:30: Join Counselor Garcia and Principal Pina in the Auditorium.  Enter through the Auditorium doors on 35th St only (not the Office).  You will be required to sign in and wear a Visitor Badge.

9:30 - 10:00: Join your child's classroom for an activity.  You will exit through the Front Office Doors.

Teacher Professional Learning

Friday, February, 10 2023

School dismissal is 12:50pm.

Presidents Day Weekend (No School)

Four Day Weekend.  No school on:

Students return to school on Tuesday February 21, 2023.

Family Wednesday

Wednesday, March 1, 2023
Theme: STEAM

8:45 - 9:30: Join Counselor Garcia and Principal Pina in the Auditorium.  Enter through the Auditorium doors on 35th St only (not the Office).  You will be required to sign in and wear a Visitor Badge.

9:30 - 10:00: Join your child's classroom for an activity.  You will exit through the Front Office Doors.

STEM Fair

March 14, 2023
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Adams Elementary Auditorium

No advanced Registration Needed.  Just Show up ready for fun!

Science
Technology
Engineering
Math

The Adams STEM fair will be a fun and interactive event celebrating Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.  At the Adams STEM Fair, students will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on projects that highlight several areas related to STEM education.

Parent Teacher Conferences

March 20-24, 2023

Early Dismissal all Week: 12:50pm

School is out early this week so parents can meet with your teachers to discuss your child's progress this year.  Look for meeting sign-ups from your teacher as we get closer to Nov 14.

Spring Break

Monday, March, 27-31  2023
First Day Back to School: Monday, April 3, 2023

Spring Picture Day

Get that hair cut, put on your Sunday best, and please, please, PLEASE SMILE NORMAL.

Thursday, April 13, 2023

School Pictures Flyer

Tiger Trot

April 20, 2023

Complete as many laps as you can to help raise money for Arts at Adams.

Find More about the Tiger Trot

Teacher Professional Learning

Friday, April, 28 2023

School dismissal is 12:50pm.

Family Wednesday

Wednesday, May 3, 2023
Theme: VAPA

8:45 - 9:30: Join Counselor Garcia and Principal Pina in the Auditorium.  Enter through the Auditorium doors on 35th St only (not the Office).  You will be required to sign in and wear a Visitor Badge.

9:30 - 10:00: Join your child's classroom for an activity.  You will exit through the Front Office Doors.

Family Prom

Friday, May 12, 2023
Time:  Dance 6-8pm
Gates open 5pm
Food truck (Tacoland) starts serving at 5:30
Location: Adams Elementary Auditorium
Theme: Enchantment Under the Sea (yep like Back to the Future)

Join us for a family party with dancing, food, and games. 

Memorial Day Weekend (No School)

Four Day Weekend.  No school on:

Students return to school on Tuesday May 30, 2023.

Heights Market Fundraiser

The Heights Market/Sahara will be donating back 30% of the proceeds to the Adams PTCO.  Mention Adams Elementary when you check out, and we get money to support the Arts at Adams, Field Trips, Teachers, etc.

Tuesday, May 30, 2023 (All Day)
Location: Heights Market
Address: 3355 Adams Ave San Diego, CA 92116
Menu: Sahara Taste of the Mediterranean (inside Heights Market)

Fresh back from the 4-day Memorial Day weekend and no idea what to cook for dinner?  Well head down to the Heights Market/Sahara.  They have a fantastic menu.  The Heights Market is a great partner and financial supporter of Adams Elementary.

End of year Picnic

Friday, June 9, 2023

Time: 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Location: Grass Rotund off of School Street

Join us for a relaxing gathering in the park.  One last time to get together before summer.  Bring your blanket, chairs, and dinner.

Kindergarten Graduation

Tuesday, June 13, 2023

12:30-2:30

5th Grade Graduation

Wednesday, June,14, 2023

11:00-12:30

Last Day of School

Wednesday, June 14, 2023

School dismissal is 12:50pm.