MEA Monday Message
December 2, 2024
🎄 HOLIDAY SPIRIT ALERT! 🎄
Calling all festive fashionistas and comfort-loving people! We've got TWO epic Spirit Weeks coming up that'll transform MEA into a holiday hilarity zone:
🤪 UGLY SWEATER EXTRAVAGANZA! 🧶
December 3-5: Dig out the most gloriously hideous, eye-searing, jaw-dropping sweater in your collection. The more sequins, pompoms, and questionable holiday scenes, the better! Professional tip: If your sweater makes people laugh, squint, or do a double-take, you're doing it RIGHT!
😴 PAJAMA PARTY PROFESSIONAL EDITION! 🛌
December 17-19: Who says comfort can't be workplace-appropriate? Bust out those fuzzy onesies, holiday-themed PJs, and flannel nightwear! Pro move: Slippers are totally acceptable, and bonus points for matching bed-head hair!
Remember: Participation is not just encouraged, it's practically a festive requirement!
Winter Wonderfun
Save the date! Our Winter Wonderfun Celebration and third annual M.E.A. Pop-Up Art Show is happening on Wednesday, December 4th in the Auditorium from 12:00 to 3:00. Come on by and check out some of the great creations made by the students here at M.E.A. There will be stations set-up for making projects, and we will have work on display from several of our classes. If you can make it at lunch time, the illustrious M.E.A. Jamband will also be performing :) We’re looking forward to seeing you all then!!
👂👀 Hearing and Vision Screenings
December 4th is Hearing and Vision Day required for all K,5th and 8th grades and new students this year. It's a Wednesday and most 8th graders should be present but all other students in those grades please come by campus for the mandated hearing and vision screenings from 8:30 am -2:00 pm.
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Nurse Kris: kgormican@sandi.net
Ice Skating at Liberty Station
Don't miss this year's MEA Ice Skating Day at Liberty Station! We will meet at 11:00 AM on Friday, December 6. Use the QR code to get the discounted group rate of $10.
To purchase the ticket, please log in https://www.schoolcashonline.com/. The ticket item is available under your student's name.
Winter Concert
Our winter concert is this week Wednesday, December 17th at 6 PM. in the MEA auditorium. We’re asking the musicians to come at 5:15 Tuesday so we may tune instruments, warm up, etc. Concert dress is black and white, but students are free to embellish with any holiday hats, scarfs etc. We look forward to performing for you and bringing this holiday season to life with MEA music!
Dining for Dollars - Chipotle 🌯
Enjoy Chipotle Fundraiser before or after the Winter Concert
Date: Wednesday, December 17
Time: 4:00-8:00pm
Let’s guac and roll! MEA Foundation has partnered with Chipotle for a school fundraiser with 25% of sales donated to MEA. You can order their freshly grilled, made-to-order food in person or online with flyer.
In Person: Before you order, be sure to let the cashier know you’re there for Mt. Everest Academy (show paper or digital flyer)
Online: Use order code JJWVAJ7 with the Chipotle app or website.
It’s a win-win, help Mt Everest Academy and enjoy Mexican food fresh from the grill!
Chipotle Genesee Plaza
5650 Balboa Ave. Suite 106
858-380-2316
High School Winter Semi-Formal Thursday, December 12th
Calling all MEA high schoolers! The Winter Semi-Formal “Snow Ball” dance and activities will be held in the Auditorium and courtyard, on Thursday, December 12th, from 7:00-9:00 pm.
Tickets are $25 and available to purchase, students 9-12 grade sign into your school cash account. All attendees will need a completed Permission Slip. MEA students can complete theirs online while purchasing ticket(s). Non-MEA guests must complete a hard-copy of the Permission Slip (also available in the office) to participate in the event, forms can be turned in at the office or at the event.
Frontend Web Development Crash Course
During this fun and intensive workshop series for grades 6-12, we will explore the world of frontend web development and HTML/CSS! Upon completion, students will code their very own websites from scratch and receive a certificate and prize! Knowledge of Computer Science is incredibly beneficial in any field. HTML/CSS programming skills are outstanding for creating personal projects, useful for school, and an asset to any career! Beginners are welcome, and web dev is a great place to start! During this workshop series hosted by STEM Club, students will learn the foundations to continue coding independently or to jump into any other computer science class with experience! These workshops are hosted in light of Computer Science Education Week. We hope you join us to learn how to code a website, and we are excited to see what you create!
Sessions will be hosted from December 10-12 in Room 6 (Mr. Nielsen's Classroom). While we understand there may be schedule conflicts, please try to attend all sessions that you are available for as the content builds on itself.
Tuesday (Dec 10): 10:40-11:55 and 1:50-3:05
Wednesday (Dec 11): 10:40-11:55 and 12:30-1:45
Thursday (Dec 12): 10:40-11:55
Lunch: office hours to catch up and ask any questions
Location: Room 6 (Mr. Nielsen's Classroom)
Please sign up at this link: https://forms.gle/Uu2cCwRhWiTb83qJ7
Please reach out to Malia Wilke at maliawilke@gmail.com with any questions.
💥Mt. Everest Academy Spirit Wear💥
Are you ready to show your school spirit and snag some incredible merchandise? Now is the perfect time to dive in! Imagine wrapping yourself in warm, cozy sweaters or slipping into the softest pajama pants—there’s truly something for everyone here! And here’s the best part: every purchase you make helps lift our school programs and events, with a remarkable 20% of all sales going right back into our community! This is a limited time sale!! Don’t wait any longer; click this link and be a part of something special!
MEA Theatre Co. 2025 Auditions
Calling all theatre lovers! This year’s production will take place Feb. 20-22 and we need actors, stage hands, and costume designers!
- Auditions are Dec. 12 from 11-12:30. Please sign up for a time slot at this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4AADA728A2FAC07-53584026-meatco#/
- Audition Workshop Dec. 5th from 11-12 in the Auditorium
- Callbacks will be on Friday, Dec. 13 from 12:30-2.
- We need a dedicated stage manager, set designer, costume designer, and stage hands! If you are interested in any of these positions or need more info about what they entail, please email Jody Huege at jodyrh0215@gmail.com.
If you have questions about MEA Theatre, please contact Principal Browne.
Come help out at the San Diego Food Bank!
On Monday, December 16th, from 9 AM to 12 PM, we will be gathering at the Miramar Warehouse, located at 9850 Distribution Avenue, San Diego, CA 92121.
We have 12 volunteer slots available. Volunteers must be at least 11 years of age. Students aged 11-15 must be accompanied by an adult, contingent upon the number of sign-ups from this age group. Since Mr. Spiegelberg will be attending, if we have more than four students aged 11-15 participate, we will require at least one additional parent or teacher to volunteer.
Please note that one adult is required for every four children in the 11-15 age range.
Transportation will not be organized through carpooling or bus services; all participants will meet directly at the venue. Permission slips will be provided.
In addition to Mr. Spiegelberg, there may be one or two other MEA teachers present.
Although this is not a MEA-sponsored event, it provides an excellent opportunity to accumulate volunteer hours towards graduation requirements.
For further details and to complete the sign-up process, please click here and follow the attached instructions. Sign-up is open now, and must be completed by December 10, 2024 , in order to attend.
🍬 See’s Candy Fundraiser ends Tuesday, Dec. 3rd 🍬
Our annual ASB See's Candy Fundraiser has 2 more days! Please help support Mt. Everest Academy and the ASB by participating in this MEA tradition. We have raised $450 of our $1500 goal.
You can place orders online to be delivered to friends and family or you can share the Online Order link for others to order their favorite See’s Candies treats. Online orders can be entered until December 6th
Paper Order forms are available from the supervising teacher, in the office or select the link See's Winter Fundraising Order Form. Thanks for helping us raise money to support school events like dances, festivals, and clubs!
Return all paper orders and money to the MEA office by Tuesday, December 3rd. Paper orders will be available to MEA the week of December 9th so families can pick up prior to winter break. Checks should be made out to MEA ASB. Prizes will be awarded to the top three sellers.
If you have any questions please contact Karen Krampe.
Box Tops for Education
The 2024-25 school year is in full swing. The holiday season is fast approaching. Did you know there is a way you can help support the school’s many activities with no additional cost to you? Box Tops for Education is that way. Simply use the app to scan your receipts every time you go grocery shopping at any store, from big box stores to the local market.
Yearbook Cover Contest
Students in Grades 6-12 are invited to enter their art in our yearbook cover contest. The winner will receive a free yearbook and their artwork will be displayed on the front cover! Even if your entry is not used on the cover, it may still be used in other places throughout the book.
You may submit a design that is for the front cover only or a wrap-around spread for both the front and back. Keep in mind that there is a spine roughly half an inch wide that will cut through the middle of a wrap-around design. All entries must be in digital format.
Yearbook Theme:
This year’s book doesn’t have a specific “tag line,” but the cover art should reflect the uniqueness of this school, which is unlike any other.
Tips for a Good Entry:
All entries must include Mt. Everest Academy and the school year 2024-25.
Use lots of color, including the background. Don’t leave much white space.
Do not add text too close to the edges of the page. Leave 1 inch of space around the outside edges with no text, just color/design. This will avoid print issues when the art is applied to the cover.
Submit Your Digital Art:
See this link for the specific dimensions for creating your artwork in programs such as Photoshop, Illustrator or others: size, dimensions and resolutions
Use the specs and templates for an 8 ½ x 11 Hardcover book with 92 pages (Photoshop and inDesign templates available)
Email your file to rfinney@sandi.net
All Entries Due By: January 31, 2025 (end of Month 6)
First Annual Plein Air Painting Club Artwalk
All MEA students and families are welcome to join us on Friday, December 6 at Liberty Station before the ice skating event at 9 AM for an outdoor walk and then a meander through two museums before ice skating. We will meet at Ingram Plaza. Join us for the outdoors walk or the museum visits.
9 AM: Meet for a walk along the channel between Liberty Station and the airport. Tea, coffee, and muffins will be available.
10 AM: Start our artwalk at the Visions Textile Museum to see the magnificent nature themed quilts and textile art, alongside other works in the medium. We will continue on to see the San Diego Watercolor Society exhibit in the same building. Both museums are free.
This event will be in an urban environment without dedicated adult supervision. If that makes you or your teen uncomfortable, please plan on attending with your teen. All teens are expected to stay with the group at all times and behave respectfully.
D&D Quest Club
Attention D&D Quest Club Members:
Please note that the meeting time for our sessions has been changed to 12:30-2:30 PM on Fridays. Make sure to adjust your schedules accordingly so you don't miss out on the adventure.
See you all at 12:30! 🎲🛡️
Dungeon Masters and Adventures who need access to materials or wish to have resources printed may do so starting so prior to session times, from 12:10-12:30.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Mrs. Keck!
Old Town San Diego Field Trips
Calling all K-6th graders: The Old Town San Diego field trips are back!
Join us on the Explore the Past and Blacksmithing activity. Pre-registration is needed! The final cost is dependent on the number of students. Should be about $10-$15 per person for both activities. Please email bkielty@sandi.net or leave a comment on the Elementary Meet-Ups electronic bulletin board if you are interested. Be sure to indicate the number of people in your group.
Digital Meet-Up Board
Calling all Elementary Families! We now have our own digital bulletin board for sharing our Meet-Ups each month! Click on the link to see the places we plan to visit! You are welcome to plan your own meet-up, large or small, or join one that has already been organized. Be sure to give your contact information in the comment section so the organizers can reach those families who are interested in attending.
https://padlet.com/bkielty/mea-elementary-meet-ups-bm0xc8x7lp3pdjn
One Book One San Diego
The 8th grade class went on a field trip last week to hear Derrick Barnes, the author of the One Book One San Diego book, Victory. Stand! He spoke about his time with Tommie Smith and how he wrote this graphic novel. In the 1968 Mexico City Olympics, Tommie Smith made world-stopping history by raising a black-gloved fist on the medal podium - a silent but thunderous protest against racial injustice that echoed around the globe.
