Community Crew News # 18

Greetings Conway Community,

As an Expeditionary Learning school, our staff Crew is committed to fostering joy, celebrating students' character development, and building a culture in which staff and students work together to become effective learners and ethical people. There is an explicit commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our students and staff take in active role in maintaining many of our traditions and reflect a culture of community, respect, and joy in learning. This was seen across our campus throughout our week. From the Elf antics around campus, grade level singing performances, and our band performance, to name a few, our school was alive with laughter and joy.

As we approach the winter holiday break, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your continued support and partnership throughout this year. Together, we have navigated challenges, celebrated achievements, and fostered a vibrant learning community for our learners. This time of year offers us all a wonderful opportunity to reflect, embrace the joy of the season, and spend precious moments with our families.

Please remember that the winter break is not only a time for rest but also an opportunity for students to explore their interests, whether through reading, engaging in creative projects, or simply enjoying the beauty of the season.

We all look forward to welcoming our students back on Tuesday, January 7th, 2025 refreshed and ready for the new year ahead. Until then, I wish you and your family a joyful and peaceful holiday season!

In crew,

Tina Meglich

Principal

Thank you so much for all your delicious contributions in helping continue our Cookie Walk tradition at Conway. Our Conway staff truly enjoys all the sweet treats. Looking forward to next years event already!

Conway's Got Talent Show - Unleash your incredible talent!

Ms. Provataris and and Mrs. Ellsworth will be holding auditions after school on January 15th.

If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Ellsworth, mellsworth@eusd.org or Mrs. Provataris, nprovotaris@eusd.

If you wish to apply to have your child attend a school other than the school of residence for the 2025-2026 school year, we highly encourage you submit a School of Choice Application no later than January 31, 2025.

• *A separate application must be submitted for each student(sibling).
• *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.
• *Submitting an application for School Choice does not guarantee enrollment in the desired school(s).
• *Your child’s application either will be approved or placed on a waiting list following the School Choice lottery.
• *School Choice Intradistrict transfers are valid only while conditions of the transfer are maintained. The transfer may be revoked by the granting district for failure to comply with expectations of attendance and positive behavior (e.g. chronic absenteeism, disciplinary events).

For more information and to submit a School of Choice application please click on the link provided below

https://www.eusd.org/page/registration-enrollment-school-choice-transfers

We want to remind families that it is very important for students to come to school EVERY DAY.

Reminders!

Good school attendance means that elementary students will read well by the end of third grade.

Middles schoolers will pass important courses.

High Schoolers will stay on track for graduation.

College students will earn their degrees.

workers will succeed in their jobs.

Too many absences-excused or unexcused can keep students from succeeding in school and in life.

How many are too many?

10% of the school year can knock students off track. -- That's 18 missed days or 2 days a month.

Helping our students build these habits will only help prepare their future for success!

Together we can get smart to do good in the world!

Remember... ATTEND TODAY AND ACHIEVE TOMORROW!!!

Every month teachers select a scholar that demonstrates remarkable academic dedication and achievement. These scholars are recognized and earn our EPIC scholar of the month award.

Congratulations to them all!

Congratulations to our Volunteers of the month! Each month we will recognize the "heart work" of our volunteers that dedicate time to our school and support our school vision. Our Family Liaison, Mrs. Maldonado presented each volunteer with a unique ceramic heart created by our students in appreciation for their time and giving heart.

September - Janet Chrones

October - George Brabec

November - Gaby Rojo

December - Claudia Carlos

Thank you for all you do!

Calling all online shoppers!

Did you know that you can help our school earn funds by simply shopping online using our unique school link?

Yep, as simple as that.

SchoolStore is helping many schools earn funds for their school and its as easy as clicking on the link provided below to make your purchases. Participating merchants will then donate a percentage of purchases made through our school link.

https://www.schoolstore.com/cgi/index.cgi?asdnumber=0000146965

(Make sure you scroll all the way down 😉)

Make sure you share the link with your friends and family!

4th grade Family Day at Lunch at Conway Academy is scheduled for Friday, January 10, 2025.

11:35 am - 12:15 pm in the MPR

Families are invited to bring a store bought , homemade meal or purchase a school lunch here to enjoy.

Please click on the link below to RSVP no later than 12 pm on Thursday, January 9, 2025.

https://tinyurl.com/zts63fm7

Reminders

*Food purchased or made at home will be for your student only

*Younger sibling guests must be supervised by parents/guardians at all times

*Play equipment is for Conway students only

*If rain is forecast this event will be rescheduled for a future date

*Maximum 4 guests including children Thank you!

Join us for our next coffee with the principal

Donuts with Grown Ups on

Thursday, January 16, 2025 in the MPR.

Make sure to make your way to the MPR after our Crew assembly and experience interactive activities in Crew and learn about Dens!

Families of middle school students are invited to take part in our upcoming Latino Literacy program where we will read El Sueño de Graciela. This course is focused on college preparedness and will guide families on how to support thier student in the process.

Meetings will be held virtually via Google Meets every

Tuesdays, starting January 14 through February 18

9 am - 10:30 am

and

6 pm - 7:30 pm.

Part 2 of this series will start on February 25th where participants will read La Historia de Carlitos, which is focused on identifying and supporting challenges our youth face.

To register to take part in these programs, please click on the link provided below.

https://forms.gle/PrXtQGX7aiQXx91T6

For more information, contact Xochitl Maldonado at xmaldonado@eusd.org or stopy by room 5.

Join us for a hockey night out honoring school faculty for Educator’s Appreciation Night on

Friday January 10 at 7 pm

as the Sand Diego Gulls play against the Arizona Tucson Roadrunners

Use our unique school link provided below to purchase tickets and enjoy the game together in Crew.

https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Conwayacademy2

Conway Academy Hockey Night

Friday January 10,2025

Pechanga Arena - 3500 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego Ca 92110

*Purchase deadline is January 10 at 7pm.

*Tickets will be delivered via the AXS mobile app after purchase.

Happy New Year

Tuesday, January 7 - Student and staff return

Wednesday, January 8 - PTA Board Meeting

Thursday, January 9 - Den Day, No Crew Celebration, Early Release 12:15pm, Tikiz Ice

Friday, January 10 - Family Hockey Night at Pechanga Arena

Wednesday, January 15 - Conway's Got Talent Auditions 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Thursday, January 16 - Crew Celebration 8:00am, Donuts with Grown-ups 8:30 am, Early Release

Monday, January 20 - Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday, No School