As an Expeditionary Learning school, we appreciate our willingness to value joy and rigor as equally important. This week students earned Pizza with the Principal and our new cougar mascot was introduced. The joy in our learners faces is a evidence of the joy we cultivate.
In our school district, every student is a Critical Thinker and demonstrate how they are reflectively as they critically analyze information. “Critical Thinker” is one of the six whole-learner outcomes that comprise the new EUSD Learner Profile in our Framework for the Future. This learner profile lives within our Expeditionary model. Our students ask questions with confidence and seeks to understand how the world works. They are strong collaborators as they learn challenging math concepts. They was evident during a math lesson in Mr. Palomino's class this week where students were persevering as they practiced various math strategies.
Our EL Model is rooted in exceptional practices that are deeply connected to our EUSD Framework for the Future and our Learner Profile.
Attention to all families of Conway Academy. Lately, we've had some safety concerns during the arrival and dismissal times of our students. Please review our procedures map on the following link: https://tinyurl.com/3kk9e4ck . **PLEASE REMEMBER** Left turns on Hollyhock Ave, (the street in front of the school) during arrival and dismissal are NOT PERMITTED for the safety of our students, safety patrol kids, and staff.
EUSD School of Choice Transfer Applications for 2024-2025 school Year is now Live! Typically, students attend the schools that serve the neighborhood attendance areas in which they live. However, EUSD does provide attendance options for parents and students in order to help meet the diverse needs and interests of students within the district. Students may apply for a School Choice Intradistrict Transfer to any school in the district. Submitting an application for School Choice does not guarantee enrollment in the desired school(s). Students who submit a school choice application by January 31, 2024, will be included in a random, unbiased lottery drawing. You will be notified by email during Spring 2024 regarding the results of the lottery. Your child’s application either will be approved or placed on a waiting list following the School Choice lottery. You will receive notification as to when the wait list is closed for the current school year, and you will be provided information as to how to submit a School Choice application for the following year. A separate application must be completed for each student who is applying for School Choice. A student who has a sibling(s) who is already attending a school of choice must also apply for School Choice and be approved in order to have the siblings attend the same choice school. Students who attend another school under the School Choice option are not provided transportation. If you would like to learn more about a specific EUSD school before submitting your application, you can visit our schools page by clicking on the link below. https://registration.powerschool.com/family/ActionForms/Public/38522 If you would like assistance submitting a School of Choice application, please visit our Family Engagement Center in Room 5 or contact Xochitl Maldonado at (760) 432-2435 EXT 12005.
6th Grade Camp Parent Information Meeting
Camp Cuyamaca registration is open for 6th Grade students. Please download a copy of the flier and attend the Parent Informational Meeting on December 11th. Registration will close on January 12th, 2024. https://tinyurl.com/mryb5j2h
Noon Duty Supervisor at Conway!
Do you have a friend or family member who’s in the job market? Please encourage them to join us on Monday, December 4, for our next hiring event. Human Resources team members will guide classified and credentialed job-seekers through the application process from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the district office. This event includes an opportunity for credentialed educators seeking substitute teacher positions, as well as numerous essential full- and part-time classified positions, including paraeducator, nutrition assistant, noontime supervisor, licensed vocational nurse, and more. Substitute teacher candidates are urged to apply in advance through this link or email Rogelia Martinez-Walker at rogmartinez-walker@eusd.org to be contacted with an appointment time, but walks-in are welcome. You can find all classified employment opportunities on the EdJoin website. I appreciate your assistance in spreading the word about opportunities to work with us!
Pizza with the Principal 3rd - 6th
Once of month, students that are demonstrating our EPIC norms are nominated by their teachers for this special event. Our older students enjoy playing games, like Pictionary and hangman after eating.
Pizza with the Principal TK - 2nd
Our younger students are then invited to play in our Discovery lab after they eat.
Birthday Announcements
You may ask how do we celebrate birthdays at Conway?
We have two unique ways that we celebrate.
First, in the main office you can fill out a form to have your child's birthday acknowledged on our electronic marquee to display a 24 hour message. The cost is only $5. If you cannot make it into the office, you can complete the electronic form https://forms.gle/3dMLHhiK5MTXJdpL9
and send in $5 cash and send it in with your learner. If it is a surprise please put it in an envelope addressed to the Conway ASB.
Second, our office staff has added a fun way to acknowledge each student's birthday. Students can visit the office for a special birthday pencil and cougar paw.
There’s still plenty of time to submit a nomination for the annual Caring Hearts Awards, presented by the Escondido Education Foundation. These awards recognize members of the education community – individuals and organizations – working under the radar to go above and beyond in their support of students. These “caring hearts” do not seek recognition for themselves, and the foundation is in need of your nominations. Directions and forms are available in all school offices, at the front desk of the Carilyn Gilbert Education Center, 2310 Aldergrove Avenue, and online at this link. The nominee can be any school staff member, parent volunteer, community member, or community organization. Nominations are due by 4 p.m. December 18 at the district office, and the awards will be presented at the annual foundation dinner on February 9.
Become a PTA Member today!
Are you a PTA Member for the 2023-20024 school year? Did you know that PTA members are NOT committed to any volunteer responsibilities but members DO get access to exclusive benefits? Parent Teacher Association(PTA) members help advocate for improvements in the education, health and the well-being of all children and families of California. To become a PTA member, you simply make a $10 donation to Conway Academy PTA. A portion of the $10 membership donation will go to the California PTA and the rest will be used to support programs at Conway. A few programs that Conway Academy PTA supports onsite are as follows, - Teacher Grants - Academic Incentives - Ceremony Preparations and so much more! Become a member of Conway Academy PTA TODAY!!! Pay membership dues online!
Simply click on the link provided below https://jointotem.com/ca/escondido/conway-elem
To pay membership dues in cash, stop by the front office and pick up a PTA envelope. Fill out the required information and turn it in to your students' teacher or front office staff. Families who turn in membership dues before September 13 will be entered to win the School Supplies box pictured on the last picture. Winner will be announced at the next Crew Celebration on Thursday, September 14th. We are EPIC in all that we do. At Conway we're not passengers, WE ARE CREW!
Looking Ahead
Monday, December 11th i-Ready winter math testing begins
Monday, December 11th 4:30-5:30pm 6th Grade Camp Parent meeting via Zoom - Parent Information Night Zoom Link
Tuesday, December 12th 1:00pm Parent Leadership Learning Walk, RSVP. to Mrs. Maldonado
Thursday, December 14 8:05 am DEN Day! No Crew celebration assembly.
Thursday, December 14 5:00 - 7:00pm PTA Winter Fest
Friday, December 15th 11:10 - 11:50 pm 5th grade Family Day at lunch
Friday, December 15th 11:10 - 11:50 pm Kindergarten Family Day at lunch
Wednesday, December 20th - Drop off baked good for annual cookie walk
Wednesday, December 20th - 5:00 - 6:00pm Winter Craft Night
Thursday, December 21st 1:00pm Staff Crew Annual Cookie Walk
Friday, December 22nd 12:00pm - 8:00pm Raising Cane's PTA Fundraiser
December 23rd - January 8th, 2024 Winter Break
Tuesday, January 9th - Students return
Friday, January 12 - Minimum Day, school dismisses at 12:10pm
Monday, January 15 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day, No School
2/16 - 2/19 - President's Day Weekend, No School
