Welcome Mari!
Mari will be taking over in the Front Office, please make sure to stop by and say "Hello!"
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Hello MEA Family,
I have been a district employee for over 10 years. I started as a Special Education Technician in Elementary, Middle, and High School classrooms. Before joining the district, I worked in the finance field. Both experiences prepared me to work in the school office. I have three children - the oldest son is a junior at UCSD, the second son is a sophomore at SDSU, and the youngest daughter is a senior at PHHS. I have three lovely cats. I love spending quiet time with them, walking trails with friends, and watching Japanese Anime with my children. I am looking forward to meeting with you and getting to know all of you.
HERO MOVE-A-THON 2025
We have reached 30% of our goal. Be a Hero and help us reach our goal!
Hero Move-A-Thon event on Thursday, February 6th 1:30 - 3:30 at Mt. Everest Academy. This will be TONs of fun and raise money to make our school even better for you.
Here is what you need to do to start your fundraising page.
Join your class Team for the event. Simply click “Join a Team” on the event page. You’ll create your own fundraising profile and select your grade. You can enter your story, upload a photo and tell why you are fundraising. Then share your fundraiser link.
Set yourself a fundraising goal. Even if it’s just to get your first donation.
Share your link with family and friends. It’s as simple as telling them that you are fundraising for your school programs, and if they’d like to donate you’d be very grateful.
Come to MEA on Thursday, February 6th from 1:30 to 3:30 and enjoy: Rock Climbing, Obstacle Course Inflatable, Musical Chairs, Bean Bag Toss, Pickleball, Axe Throwing, free Otter Pops and so much more.
MARVELOUS prizes
Your first donation: A fun sticker for your water bottle, computer, or phone
Raise $50: Chick Fil A free kid's meal card
Raise $150: Crumbl Cookie voucher for free cookie
Anyone that raises over $50 is entered in chance for Me-Me Tea & Dessert 2 Free Drink Card (6 chances)
Every team that collectively reaches their team fundraising goal will be treated to an ice cream/popsicle party.
Volunteers needed on Thursday, February 6th. Click here to sign up!
Email info@meafoundation.org to get involved and for any questions or concerns.
Send Some Love with Candy Grams!
ASB will be selling Candy Grams for just $1 each. Each Candy Gram includes a piece of Valentine candy and a personalized note written by you.
Here’s where you can buy them:
February 4, 5, and 6: At 9:00 AM by the elementary gate and during lunch by the auditorium
February 6: During the Move-a-Thon
Candy Grams will be delivered to recipients the following week. Don’t miss this chance to spread some Valentine’s Day cheer! ❤️
Whale Watching
Come join the MEA community on the San Diego Bay aboard the Legacy Whale Watching Boat! The Legacy crew and NAT Whaler volunteers will provide detailed information about whales, dolphins, sea lions, and more. During the winter, we will see migrating gray whales.
"Legacy’s 80-foot vessel offers two decks with indoor and outdoor seating, snacks and beverages for purchase, and three full-sized restrooms. The boat can host 115 passengers, providing an intimate experience and up-close views of ocean wildlife. Legacy is docked at Seaforth Landing in Mission Bay, which has ample free parking for passengers."
Friday, February 28 at 10:00 AM
Cost is $32 per person (this is half off the regular price) Use the link to reserve your spot!
https://seaforth.fishingreservations.net/sdwvouchers/user.php?trip_id=952345
MEA Science Fair
Introducing the MEA Science Fair brought to you by STEM Club! All grades are welcome to participate and create their very own science projects! The Science Fair will take place Month 8 Week 3, March 18-20. Please see the following guidelines and rules to help guide your projects. There will be separate divisions for grades 1-6 and grades 7-12, along with separate divisions for experimental/research and instructional/science communication projects. Have fun exploring!
Guidelines and Rules
Please contact Malia Wilke at maliawilke@gmail.com with any questions.
Show Your Talent!
The 2024 MEA Talent Showcase is happening on Friday, March 14! Applications are now open for performers and stage crew. If your talent can’t be performed live on stage, you can submit a video as your act instead. Completed applications are due on Tuesday, February 13. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Rice or Mr. Nielsen. Don’t miss your chance to shine like the star you are!
National School Counseling Week
Mr. Rubin continues to show his dedication to MEA students and families. Starting from the initial tour and enrollment, to following up with students on their progress, to helping plan the next year’s classes, and then guiding them on the path to college – Mr. Rubin takes care of our students! MR. RUBIN - We appreciate you and thank you for all you do! This week feel free to drop by his office, stop him on campus, or email your words of gratitude to arubin@sandi.net.
UCSD eSports Mentorship
Last Friday, students from Mt. Everest Academy kicked off an exciting esports mentorship program with UCSD's Triton Esports Team. During the session, they engaged with collegiate players in discussions about online citizenship and self-management, gaining valuable insights on navigating the digital world safely and handling toxicity in gaming communities.
This month, students will reconvene to explore the topic of Game-Life Balance: Health & Self-Care, where they will learn strategies for maintaining a healthy equilibrium between gaming, academics, and personal well-being.
This mentorship program not only bridges the gap between education and entertainment but also empowers students with valuable life skills in a collaborative and inspiring setting.
This program is open to all MEA students, 6th grade and up. If you are interested in joining future workshops, please reach out to Mrs. Keck. Students may attend the virtually or in person.
📸 Yearbook Photos Needed – Submit by March 14th! 📅
Make sure your photo is in the yearbook! If you didn’t take a picture with Sumner Photography this fall, or if you’d like to use a different one, now’s your chance to upload your preferred portrait.
👩🎓 Seniors: You can use your fall photo or submit a professional/amateur headshot with a simple background—no preferred vendor required!
📅 Deadline: March 14th – Don’t wait!
📤 Upload your photo today!
Thank you for helping make this year’s yearbook amazing! 🎉
🏆 Student Superlatives – Who Stands Out? 🎓
It’s time to celebrate the most unforgettable personalities in grades 9-12! The yearbook staff will soon be handing out ballots for this year’s student standout nominations—so start thinking about who in your grade deserves the spotlight!
Fun Categories Include:
🕵️ Best Candidate for the C.I.A.
💃 Most Likely to Dance in a Beyoncé Video
🥇 Most Likely to Place in the Olympics
🏹 Most Likely to Survive the Hunger Games
😁 Most Likely to Always Have a Smile on their Face
🎤 Most Likely to Host a Late-Night Talk Show
🌳 Most Likely to Become the Lorax
💡 Most Likely to Develop a Life-Changing Product
👩💼 Most Likely to Become Your Boss
Get ready to cast your votes and honor your classmates in the yearbook’s most fun tradition! 🏆✨
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
🌟 Join the National Honor Society! 🌟
Are you a 10th-12th grader with a GPA of 3.5 or higher? If so, you’re invited 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. Students who are inducted may gain access to scholarship opportunities through the NHS.
📅 Application Deadline: March 21st
💡 No cost to apply! (Students already accepted do not need to reapply.)
📩 Have questions? See or email Mr. Cate for more info!
WonderCon 2025 🎉
We’re excited to announce an upcoming meet-up to WonderCon 2025—a celebration of creativity, fandoms, and popular arts! This is a unique opportunity for students to explore their interests, learn from industry professionals, and immerse themselves in the vibrant world of comics, film, television, and more. WonderCon is very similar in flavor to ComicCon San Diego, but tends to be less crowded and more accessible. To learn more about WonderCon, please visit their website at: https://www.comic-con.org/wc/
Date: Saturday, March 29th, 2025
Location: 800 West Katella Ave., Anaheim, CA 92802
Time: Doors open at 10:00
Costs:
- 12 and under Free
- 12-17: $30
- Adults: $59.00 (for every 10 students, we will receive 1 free adult badge)
- PARKING: $20
If you are interested in attending please fill out the following form: https://forms.gle/herhkwjU9vKG1WvY7
NOTE: This event is not sponsored by San Diego Unified nor Mt. Everest Academy. Parents/Guardians are solely responsible for their students during the WonderCon Meet-up, including transportation.
