Ericson Elementary School
https://ericson.sandiegounified.org/
Principal's Message
Greetings, Ericson Families,
What a terrific week we had, and it was an amazing day for a Jog-a-Thon! We want to send a big thank you to our Friends of Ericson Foundation for hosting the Jog-a-Thon for our site. The money raised is absolutely amazing and will make a significant difference.
A special thanks also goes out to our parents who volunteered or took the time to cheer on their students as they ran on the field. Your support means everything to the students.
Looking ahead, we are excited about finishing up the year strong. Please note that all third, fourth, and fifth-grade students will begin State Testing April 29th. Let's continue to work together to ensure our students' success.
Warm Regards,
Mrs. Ashton and Ms. Luong
Friendly Reminder / Updates
Once school is dismissed, all school play structures are closed for use. Please do not have your child use the play structures once school is dismissed. Thank you.
Testing Information was shared during Family Friday. You can view the presentation by clicking on the link below.
Upcoming Dates
April:
25th: Open House (5:00-6:00 p.m.) + Multicultural Fair (5:00-7:00 p.m. - See PTA section for more information)
29th: SSC Meeting via Zoom from 2:30-3:30 p.m.
30th: SGT Meeting via Zoom from 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Snapshot of What's Happening at Ericson!
You can also checkout our Viking News Network (linked here) as well.
Mrs. Eden's class on their First Grade Field Trip to the Zoo.
Getting our students ready to run the Jog-a-thon!
Some more Jog-a-thon fun!
Lots of love and hugs for this year's chicken at the Jog-a-Thon.
Counselor's Update
FOE and PTA Updates
From Friends of Ericson Foundation (FOE):
Jog-a-thon Fundraiser THANK YOU to our incredible Viking community for a wonderful event. The support has been tremendous.
- We will provide a Jog-a-thon update in 1-2 weeks in order to finalize sponsorship and pledge donations.
- This school year, Friends of Ericson has supported the school with your donations and support via: Welcome Kinder & UTK gifts, Ice Cream Social, 3rd/4th/5th Grade Planners, Buses for Field Trips, Grade Level Grants, Classroom Grants, S.T.E.A.M. Room, Funds towards Eureka Math, Library books and supplies, Beautification Projects, Teacher & Staff Appreciation, Center for World Music Assembly, and more!
Viking Spirit Night at Chipotle
- Your dining out this school year has helped us raise $4,652.57! Thank you for the support!
- Come to Chipotle Mira Mesa for 33% back to Ericson
- This Wednesday 4/24, 4PM-8PM
- 8250 Mira Mesa Blvd, Ste. G, San Diego, CA 92126
- Please inform the cashier you're there for the Ericson Fundraiser before you begin your order. You can also order online to pick-up from Chipotle's website/app on the 24th with fundraiser code: LEGMNRJ
Kendra Scott Gives Back
- This year we have partnered with a Jog-a-thon sponsor: Kendra Scott located at the UTC mall
- Kendra Scott has offered to Give Back 20% of sales back to Ericson.
- Shop in person 4/28/24 from 1-3pm at 4309 La Jolla Village Dr, Ste 2330, San Diego, CA 92122
- Shop online 4/28 to 4/29 kendrascott.com with fundraiser code GIVEBACK-GCECT
Friends of Ericson Foundation Contact:
PTA:
Greetings from your PTA,
Multicultural Fair (Thursday, April 25th; 5-7PM) - FREE!
- The Fair will run during the Open House and after.
- Location: MU
- Timeline:
- 5 - 6pm:
- Posters, food samples, and music.
- Pick up a “passport” and stamp it at each of the poster tables to win prizes and a coupon for the food truck/cart!
- 6 - 7pm:
- Performances by students (dancing, singing, and more!).
- Traditional dress parade at 6:05pm around the flagpole.
- 5 - 6pm:
- Dinner: available for purchase: BBQ Mediterranean Cuisine & Tacos by Chino!
- The most creative poster wins a free hour at Rockin’ Jump (plus an hour for a friend)!
- We need volunteers! Sign up to help on the day of: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B49AFA92CA5FEC61-48988419-multicultural
Yearbooks
- Order your yearbook today!
- Yearbooks are $25.
- Questions? Email ericsonptayb@gmail.com
- Visit ericsonpta.square.site to buy now.
Viking Volunteer Committee
Calling All Parents, Guardians, & Grandparents!
Viking Volunteer Survey
- Interested in helping with the remaining events of the year? Click the link below to start volunteering at Ericson!
- https://forms.gle/17KKp4Lkha5iT12p8
Morning Drop Off
- We need about 10 parents to sign up to continue this service next year.
- The time commitment is 1 day a week (or twice a month) from 7:15-7:50am.
- Help monitor the Viking Squad students as they unload cars, or help control traffic and guide families across the road at the crosswalk.
- Contact: ericsondropoff@gmail.com
Upcoming Volunteer Needs:
- Multicultural Fair (April 25th)
- Help decorate, set up, monitor, verify passports, and more!
- We only need 30 minutes of your time.
- We also need donations of supplies for the food samples.
- Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B49AFA92CA5FEC61-48988419-multicultural
- Teacher Appreciation (May 6-10)
- Are you crafty? We need your help decorating the Staff Lounge, teacher's doors and assembling gifts!
- Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B49AFA92CA5FEC61-49156138-teacher
We look forward to meeting you,
The Viking Volunteer Committee
San Diego, CA 92126
(619) 605-1600
School Website: https://ericson.sandiegounified.org/home