Cougar Connection
November 12, 2023
Cougar PRIDE Party
Principal's Message
We are so blessed to have such generous families!! The support you extended during the fall PTSA membership drive, the ASB Zombie Fun Run fundraiser, and during last night's Inaugural PTSA Poker Tournament is overwhelming.
Gary Harris truly outdid himself as the Poker Night chairperson. Thanks to his seemingly boundless energy and incredible hard work, he and his team secured over 70 poker players, almost $10k in donated raffle prizes, and a super fun venue. Everyone left a winner in one way or another!
More to come soon about the funds that were raised and all the ways your generosity will benefit our students. Again, thank you, thank you, thank you!
Kindly,
Celeste Barnette, Ed.D.
Principal
(760) 944-1892 x6683
ASB Food & Personal Care Items Drive
ASB is sponsoring their Fall Food Drive from November 13 - 16. The food bank is running especially low on healthy snacks (granola bars, protein bars, trail mix, etc.) and personal care items (toothbrushes/toothpaste, mouthwash, deodorant, etc.). Students will turn in their donations to their 4th period teacher.
Collaborative ELAC Meeting on Nov 16
Just a friendly reminder that our next ELAC meeting is on November 16 from 5:30-7 pm in the Learning Commons at Oak Crest Middle School. This will be a collaborative ELAC meeting with Oak Crest Middle School and La Costa Canyon High School. The meeting will highlight community and district resources for students and families. We will also review our site's School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA), and discuss ways to improve our Multilingual Learner Program in the district. Your input and participation at this meeting are greatly needed and valued. Students and children are welcome. Please reach out with any questions that you may have. Looking forward to seeing you next Thursday at Oak Crest!
Solo un recordatorio amistoso de que nuestra próxima reunión de ELAC será el 16 de noviembre de 5:30 a 7 p. m. en Learning Commons de la escuela secundaria Oak Crest. Esta será una reunión colaborativa de ELAC con la escuela secundaria Oak Crest y la escuela secundaria La Costa Canyon. La reunión destacó los recursos comunitarios y distritales para estudiantes y familias. También revisaremos el Plan Escolar para el Rendimiento Estudiantil (SPSA) de nuestro sitio y discutiremos formas de mejorar nuestro Programa de Estudiantes Multilingües en el distrito. Sus aportes y participación en esta reunión son muy necesarios y valorados. Los estudiantes y los niños son bienvenidos. Comuníquese con cualquier pregunta que pueda tener. ¡Esperamos verlos el próximo jueves en Oak Crest!
Attendance Office Reminders
A friendly reminder that you must make arrangements, in advance, for all off-campus passes. To request an off-campus pass for medical appointments or for going out of town, you must call or email at least 48 hours in advance and include:
- Your student's first and last name
- Time and date for the pass
If you are picking up during nutrition break or lunch time, please remind your student to meet you in the attendance office for check-out. Your student is responsible to picking up their off-campus pass in the attendance office before school on the day of pick up.
Diegueño's Annual Spelling Bee
Our Annual Spelling Bee will be held on Dec. 7 during CAT and lunch in the Learning Commons. Sign up to participate by clicking on the link below (before Dec. 1). See Ms. Smith with your questions (kari.smith@sduhsd.net).
8th Grade Yearbook Recognition Ads
8th grade parents - It's time to order your recognition ad in this year's yearbook for your promoting 8th grade student. Recognition ads are only $40. Orders must be placed by Feb. 1st.
PE Clothes Close-Out Sale
Limited sizes & quantities of Diegueño PE sweatshirts & sweatpants are available for only $10 each. Items can be purchased from Ms. Mallory with cash or check (made out to Diegueño Middle School). These items are great for PE classes or loungewear at home!
UPCOMING DATES
- Monday, November 13 - Late Start (9:45 tardy bell)
- November 13-17 - ASB Food & Personal Necessities Drive (flyer)
- Friday, November 17 - PTSA General Meeting 8:30 AM
- Friday, November 17 - ASB SK8 Demo
- November 20-24 - Fall Break
- Monday, November 27 - Late Start (9:45 tardy bell)
DISTRICT & COMMUNITY NEWS
Big 8 Winter Sport Tryouts
Boys Basketball - December 4, 5, & 7
Girls Field Hockey - December 4, 5, 7, 11, 12 & 14
Running Club - First day December 5 (No Cuts)
High School Campus Tours
La Costa Canyon (LCC) campus tour dates
San Dieguito Academy (SDA) campus tour dates
Canyon Crest Academy (CCA) campus tour dates
Torrey Pines (TP) campus tour dates
FFEE November Newsletter
Highlights include:
- November cultural calendar
- Local events
- Program offerings
- Ways kids can make a difference
SDUHSD Part Time Job Opportunities
San Dieguito UHSD has part-time opportunities available for Special Education Instructional Assistants, Bilingual Instructional Assistants, and Nutrition Services Assistants. Please visit the link below for a list of all available positions.
Maverick Mat Rat Wrestling Season
The season runs from November 7 to February 8. Practice is held at La Costa Canyon High School in the wrestling room located on the backside of the gym. Winter session will be geared toward introduction to wrestling and introduction to competition. Please park in the main lot and follow the signs. There will be no access allowed through the gym. Kids must be signed in by an adult and released to an adult please don’t drop off at front.
Session 1 (1day/week) Cost: $200 (2nd-6th grade)
Tuesday 6:00pm -7:45pm
(For insurance purposes payment and forms must be received by second practice)
Session 1 is geared for new wrestlers with little or some experience for introduction into wrestling, tumbling, and body awareness.
Introduction to Wrestling
Tumbling
Body Awareness
Live Wrestling
Session 2 (2days/week)Cost: $250 (6th-8th grade)
Monday and Wednesday 6:00pm -7:30pm
Introduction to Wrestling
Body Awareness
Drilling
Live Wrestling
Address:
La Costa Canyon High School
1 Maverick way, Carlsbad CA 92009
NO PRACTICES THANKSGIVING WEEK + THE WEEK OF CHRISTMAS
Schedule are subject to change
STAY CONNECTED TO DIEGUEÑO
During the school year you will receive this Cougar Connection newsletter every week. This is an important way to stay updated about what’s happening on campus and to learn how to set your child up for success. Other ways to stay connected include:
Bookmark our school website
Subscribe to the Diegueño events calendar
Follow the official Diegueño Instagram account
Follow the official ASB Instagram account
Download the Parent Square app to get his newsletter sent directly to your phone (Apple App Store; Google Play)
Download the Membership Toolkit app to access the private school directory if you joined PTSA (Apple App Store; Google Play)