MEA Monday Message
October 17, 2022
CALENDAR
Monday, Oct 17
- Charleston Wrap Fundraiser Ends
- Elementary Parent/Teacher Conferences
Tuesday, Oct. 18
- Elementary Parent/Teacher Conferences
- Coop Group 9:30-10:15 Chicken Coop area (Grades 6-12)
- Music with Mr. Johnson
- Covid Testing (8-11am)
Wednesday, Oct. 19
- Elementary Parent/Teacher Conferences
No Yoga due to Parent/teacher conferences
- PALS Tutoring 9:30-11:30 In Auditorium
- Open Coop Hour 11:30-12:30 at the Chicken Coop area
Thursday, Oct. 20
- Elementary Parent/Teacher Conferences
No Yoga due to Parent/teacher conferences
- The Great Shakeout Earthquake Drill
PALS Tutoring 9:30-11:30 Auditorium
Short documentary film showing in auditorium 12:00-12:30 (see info below)
MEA Pop Up Farmstand 12-12:30 (by Elem. Gate)
Friday, Oct 21
- Elementary Parent/Teacher Conferences
- Work Due for Month 2
- National Honor Society Application Due (see info below)
- Complete or Return LCFF
Upcoming
10/24 Parent Workshop: Leader in Me Curriculum Training 12-2pm (K-6)
10/24 See's Candy Fundraiser Begins
10/25-10/27 Spirit Week Wear Your Costumes all week!!!
10/25 Month 3 Elementary Art begins. (Sign up link below)
10/25 Health Corps (Fitness Fact and Fiction) 12pm blacktop
10/26 Dolores Huerta LIVE interview on Zoom (see info below)
10/27 Health Corps (Wheel of Fitness) 12pm blacktop
10/27 Elementary and MS Dances (see times and info below)
10/27 Student Night at the Opera (7-12)
10/31 MEA Yearbook Discount 10% offer ends (code: 1013183679162246)
11/3 Fall Festival
Elementary Parent/Teacher Conferences
Elementary Conferences are this week so there are no elementary classes, art, or yoga this week. Music with Mr. Johnson, PALS, and other clubs are still being held!
ASB Seeking Donations for Fall Festival
Come join us for an afternoon of community fun at the Fall Festival on Thursday, November 3rd, from 1:00-3:00pm on the blacktop. ASB students will be running a variety of games and booths for children of all ages. Some of your favorite events are back, like pie throwing, cookie decorating, ring toss, and the cake walk. And we’ve added some new events, too! A $5 wristband gets you unlimited play. You’ll have a blast and you might even win some fun prizes. Wristbands can be purchased at the event (cash or check only). Snacks will also be available for purchase (most are $1). Elementary students must be supervised by a parent/guardian. We look forward to seeing everyone there!
ASB is seeking donations of the following items to help with this event:
- Mini-pumpkins
- Plain store bought sugar cookies (for decorating)
- Frosting, sprinkles and other fun cookie toppings
- Store-bought cakes for the cake walk (nothing homemade and no nuts)
- Bottles of water
- Cuties
Donated items can be left in the front office beginning this week. (More perishable items can be dropped off the day before the event.)Thank you!
LCFF
Local Control Funding Formula Data Collection Form (LCFF) will be sent home with your child this week. We need this information to help ensure our District and our school receive all the state funding to which we are entitled. This information will also be used to determine if your student qualifies for reduced AP testing fees.
Please return this form by next week to your supervising teacher.
The LCFF online form is also available on the Parent Portal, and NOT on the student’s portal.
To create a Parent Portal account, you will need:
A valid email address
Access ID and Password from your student's school
If you do not have the Access ID and Password, please contact Mihoko via mikeuchi@sandi.net to make the request. You will need an Access ID and Password for each student you wish to link to your account.
Create your PowerSchool Parent Portal account if you have not already:
Sign into the PowerSchool Parent Portal at https://powerschool.sandi.net
Follow the instruction on How to enter LCFF data in the PowerSchool Parent Portal
If LCFF is not completed online or on paper form by October 21, you will receive calls from our office until we have a 100% participation rate. Thank you for your assistance!
Events
Extended Deadline until Monday, October 17th
Help ASB with a schoolwide fundraising campaign this year that starts now. Link to Generic Shopping Site for MEA!
We are 55% to our goal of $2,000!
The online catalog contains over 2,500 great products you can be confident that everyone you know will find something they like. (This is not just wrapping paper, but nice, quality products.)
Click here for an instruction letter that you can use to ensure you are registered properly for the fundraiser and that all of your purchases are linked to Mt. Everest Academy Group ID 24500.
Patsy Takemoto Mink film showing
Thursday, Oct. 20 12pm in the auditorium
Short film about the first woman of color elected to Congress, and author of Title IX, Patsy Takemoto Mink. This event is sponsored by Ally Action.
Elementary and Middle School Dance
Save the date! Elementary and Middle school dances are scheduled for October 27th. Wear your costumes (optional) and join us for the first dance of the year!
The elementary dance will be from 2:00-3:00pm Thursday, October 27th and is free. We'll have light snacks and games. A parent must attend with their student.
The middle school dance is from 3:15 - 4:30pm Thursday, October 27th and tickets are $3.00. We'll have pizza and drinks! This event is open to MEA students only. NO DATE REQUIRED! Just come and have fun with your friends!
Both dances require a permission slip that you can download. Click the links for the Elementary Permission Slip and Middle School Permission Slip.
Middle School Dance tickets can be purchased in the office with a completed permission slip. Cash or check only. Tickets must be purchased by Wednesday, October 26. NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD DAY OF. If we do not sell at least 20 tickets by Monday, October 25, the dance will be canceled, so tell your friends and don’t delay!
We are seeking donations of the following items (bring to front office):
Waters and Capri Suns or other juice boxes (no sodas, please) and cutie oranges.
Mini Pumpkins and face paint.
Store-bought cookies (nothing homemade and no nuts), chips, or other yummy snacks (no candy, please). Frosting and sprinkles.
MEA Pop Up Farmstand
Thursday, Oct 20, 12-12:30 (Also available from front office afterwards)
- Cilantro
- French breakfast radishes
- Genovese basil
- Thai basil
- Purple basil
- Yellow squash and blossoms!
Suggested donation = $1 per mini bundle or item.
What a deal for fresh produce!
We also have a “pay how you feel” model.
Cash or Venmo (MEA Foundation) accepted.
All proceeds benefit MEA chickens and gardens.
Dolores Huerta LIVE interview on Zoom
Wednesday, October 26 from 10:40-11:55 (period 3) in room 1 (we will tune in by Zoom)
Come see a living legend speak about dedicating her life to social justice. She, along with César Chávez, worked to secure health benefits, farmworker clinics, pensions and collective bargaining for the migrant farmworkers of California. ¡Sí se puede! www.doloreshuerta.org
Parent Volunteers
Are you ready to volunteer?
Prior to start volunteering, we need to ask you to:
Complete and return the school volunteer application and Volunteer Code of Conduct to the office or email them to Mihoko at mikeuchi@sandi.net.
Provide California School Employee TB Risk Assessment Questionnaire OR results of Tuberculin skin test. If all your answers are No to the questions listed on the TB Risk Assessment Questionnaire, you can meet with our nurse, Ms. Gormican, in the health office. She will review the California School Employee TB Risk Assessment Questionnaire in person with you. Her available time is between 9 am to 3 pm on Tuesdays.
All forms are also available in the office per your request. Thank you for your support!
School Site Wellness
Please check out the October SDUSD Health and Wellness Newsletter!
October is Walktober!
- WalkTober Walking Challenge for Schools: Tues Oct. 11 to Mon Oct. 31 - Starting today! Get more physically active this month by registering for Walktober, a 3-week national walking initiative presented by HealthCorps. Compete with other schools within SDUSD and nationwide for bragging rights and a chance to win fun prizes! Register for free at https://runsignup.com/walktober2022. Be sure to sign up for the SDUSD Walktober Physical Activity Challenge!
School Pictures
Make sure to order your school photos by the date on your proofs! Please make an appointment with Gerardy Photography if your student still needs to get school pictures taken. (800) 298-7770 Parent Educator Badges will be ordered by Monday 10/17. Class photos and student ID cards will arrive 1-2 weeks. https://www.gerardyphoto.com/contact/
Academics
National Honor Society
Due by 3:00pm on October 21
Students in grades 10-12 are welcome to apply for the Mt. Everest Academy Chapter of the National Honor Society. Applicants must have been enrolled for a full semester at MEA prior to the application deadline and have a current GPA of 3.5 or higher. There is no cost to apply, but students who are inducted may gain access to scholarship opportunities through the NHS.
See the application linked on Dr. Rodenberg's NHS page then make copy and return to Dr. Rodenberg by 3pm on 10/21. The next application cycle will be in the spring semester.
PALS Tutoring
All students who would like some extra help can come to the Auditorium every Wednesday and Thursday from 9:30-11:30. All grades are welcome, as WE HAVE TUTORS FOR ALL GRADE LEVELS! PALS is a great way to build community and academic skills!
Parents, K-5 students attending PALS must arrive with a check-in form so tutors know what to work on with your child and you receive a report about the session.
Check the PALS website for updates and process.
Counseling Corner
His door is always open, but to ensure he is available when you can meet, make an appointment at the link https://calendly.com/mt_everest_counseling/meeting
College/Career Opportunities
The link below has some great opportunities for students in grades 9-12.
https://sites.google.com/sandi.net/ccte/student-opportunities
Donation Request
Please consider a donation to MEA Foundation to support a new 3-D Printer in the Maker Space and a SPIKE robot for MEA Lego Robotics for students.
Volunteers Needed
The MEA Foundation is looking for a few volunteers during 2022-2023 school year. Here's a quick overview of some key positions for the Foundation. Looking forward to serving Mt. Everest Academy contact info@meafoundation.org.
Amazon Smile
- Go to https://smile.amazon.com/ch/84-2089378 and set your charity to "Mount Everest Academy Foundation".
- Then, always start your shopping at https://smile.amazon.com and shop as usual while supporting our school!
Extracurriculars
Student Night at the Opera
For LatinX Heritage Month, Mr. Spiegelberg and Mrs. Mullen will be hosting a Student Night at the San Diego Opera!
El último sueño de Frida y Diego by Gabriela Lena Cruz
(sung in Spanish with English and Spanish text above the stage)
- FREE For students in grades 7-12
- Thursday, October 27, 2022 5:45 - 9:00pm
- San Diego Civic Theater (Downtown)
- Students must have their own transportation to and from the event. Drop off will be at 5:45 and pick up will be at 9pm.
There are a limited number of tickets so please don't wait! Permission slips can be obtained from the front office. Sign ups will be on a first-come, first serve basis with signed permission slip. Please contact Mr. Spiegeberg of Mrs. Mullen if you have any questions. dspiegelberg@sandi.net / nmullen@sandi.net
Elementary Extracurriculars/Club Schedule
Secondary Extracurriculars/Club Schedule
Lego Robotics
EV3 Robot & Lego design Club 3rd-5th grade meets Tuesday 1:30-2:30 (except for turn in week) Spike Robot Challenge Club 6th grade and up meets Wednesday 10:30-11:30 (except for turn in week)
Elementary Cosmic Yoga
Every Wednesday and Thursday all elementary students are invited to join Ms. Sink at 8:30 in the Auditorium as we wake up our bodies and brains with Cosmic Yoga! Parents are welcome to join.
Students who attend elementary class on those days will be walked to class after yoga. Students without class those days will need to be picked up by 8:55am.
Wear comfortable clothes. Yoga mats will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own.
Elementary Art
Elementary Art Month 3 Sign Up 10/25, 11/1 and 11/8, 12:30 - 1:30, room 3
Art website: https://mrssinkmea.weebly.com/elementary-art.html
Music with Mr. Johnson from VAPA (All Grades)
Do you like creepy crawlies? (K-8)
Do you want to be a mealworm farmer? Mrs. Sink needs help taking care of the mealworms we are raising for the chickens. If you are interested in helping, contact Mrs. Sink at vsink@sandi.net
Coop Group (6-12) Tuesdays 9:30-10:15
Coop group leads the upkeep the coop area and serenity garden. Although they are 3 1/2 years old and aren’t laying eggs anymore, the chickens still appreciate the care and attention they receive from students. Come join us!
Open Coop Hour Wednesday 11:30-12:30
(all grades - K-5 must be supervised by a parent/guardian)
Get to know the chickens and new students! This is an open time without cleaning or structured topics.
Jam Band (Secondary) Thursdays 12:30 - 1:45 B-15, not turn in weeks
Ally Action (Secondary) Thursdays 3:05-3:50 (weeks one and three)
Kitchen Science (2nd-5th grade) 10/27,11/3 & 11/10 12:30-1:30 Maker Space
Math Counts (Middle School) Thursdays 2-3 Parent Room (not turn-in week)
Community Announcements
Register to vote!
Those above 18 are eligible to register to vote. If you're 16 or 17 you can preregister to vote; you will automatically be registered on your 18th birthday.
Balboa Library October Updates
Read 5 books and earn a free certificate for a free burger. Sign up online or stop by the library to pick up a paper log. For ages 4-12.
Virtual Teen Graphic Novel Club on Zoom
Tuesday, October 25th at 4-5 p.m.
Join us via Zoom for Virtual Teen Graphic Novel Club! We will have a discussion on the assigned graphic novel and share our favorite books. This month's reading is Beetle & the Hollowbones by Aliza Layne.
For ages 11 & up. Registration required.
Please register to receive via email a zoom link prior to the meeting day and time.
Halloween Crafternoon
Monday, October 31st at 4-5 p.m.
Come to the library and make spooky crafts for halloween. Feel free to dress up in your costumes. There will be goodie bags and giveaways. For ages 3-12.
Please send any information for the Monday Message using the Google form by end of day Wednesday for upcoming message.