Cougar Connection
January 13, 2023
From Principal Dr. Celeste Barnette
Dear Cougar Families -
Spring Semester is off to a great start. We sure did miss your kids and we’re happy to have their smiling faces back on campus!!
It’s hard to believe it, but we’re already planning for NEXT school year. Look for very important communication from the district about:
Residency verification requirements (applies to everyone)
High school selection process (applies to current 8th graders)
Enrollment process (applies to current 6th graders and other future Cougars)
We understand that the high school selection process can feel daunting. The good news is that all of our district’s high schools are top rate and you truly can’t make a bad choice. I encourage you and your student to visit each of the campuses you are considering and get an in-person feel for the culture. That “gut check” will serve you well. La Costa Canyon High School is hosting their open house for potential Mavericks on January 24 at 5:30 (flyer). San Dieguito Academy High School is welcoming potential Mustangs to their campus on January 17 at 5:30 (flyer).
I hope you’ll join me on Wednesday, January 18 at 8:45 AM for an audience with LCC Principal Justin Conn, SDA Principal Cara Dolnik, and Sunset Principal Rick Ayala. This month’s principal’s coffee will be 100% focused on helping you learn about your high school options.
I hope to see you soon!
Kindly,
Dr. Celeste Barnette
Upcoming Dates...
Monday, January 16 - NO SCHOOL - ML King, Jr. Day
Tuesday, January 17 - Friday, January 20 - Block schedule
Wednesday, January 18 - Principal’s Coffee (AKA Bagels with Dr. Barnette) @ 8:45 a.m.
Wednesday, January 18 - English Learner Advisory Council (ELAC) District meeting at Earl Warren MS 6:00 p.m. English / Español
Monday, January 23 - Friday, January 27 - Great Kindness Challenge - more info coming!
Monday, January 30 - Late Start (9:45 start time)
Tuesday, January 31 - High School Selection Window opens at 8:00 a.m.
See's Valentine Fundraiser to support Diegueno's Band Program
The Diegueno See's Holiday fundraiser is here!!! Every purchase benefits our Diegueno band program. Free shipping is included with any purchase of $69+ It’s a great gift for out-of-state relatives, neighbors, coworkers, Teachers and Diegueno office staff . Check out our online store, there’s something for everyone on your list!
Thank you for supporting our school programs.
See's Candies Yum-Raising - Dieguenomusicboosters - Diegueno Band 2022
More School News
ELAC District-Wide Meeting - Wednesday, January 18, 6:00 p.m. at EWMS - English flyer
Reunión de todo el distrito de ELAC: miércoles 18 de enero, 6:00 p. m. en EWMS - Espanol
Diegueño's Spelling Bee
The DÑO Annual Spelling will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 18th at CAT time in the Learning Commons. In order to be a part of the spelling bee, students need to fill out this ENTRY FORM no later than Friday, January 13th. The winner of our school-wide spelling bee will move on to the county spelling bee in March.
The 2023 DNO Yearbooks are on Sale NOW - Prices will go up Jan.28!
CLICK HERE to Order! Also, yearbooks are $55 now but will go up in price to $60 after Jan. 27th.
8th Grade Parents - Yearbook Recognition Ads are now on sale until Feb. 1, 2023
For $35 you can give your amazing student a shout-out in this year's yearbook. CLICK HERE to start creating your recognition ad!
Business Ads are on sale now until Feb. 1, 2023
Starting at $50 you can create a beautiful color business ad in our yearbook. It's a great way to be seen by your community and support your student's school. CLICK HERE to start creating your business ad!
Diegueño Middle School Quick Links
Boys & Girls Club Big Ei8ht Sports
Email: missy.nunez@sduhsd.net
Website: dg.sduhsd.net
Location: 2150 Village Park Way, Encinitas 92024
Phone: (760) 944-1892