Pumpkin Succulent Workshop
Back by popular demand, Ms. Shannon will be hosting a pumpkin succulent workshop on Wednesday, Nov 15 and Thursday, Nov 16 from 12:30-2 in the Makerspace.
This event is part of our MEA Wellness committee’s goals to “create and connect” and “gather and grow” on campus this year!
We have 50 pumpkins, and request to limit this event to one pumpkin per student.
It takes about 30 min to create this unique centerpiece/gift, and the pumpkins are not carved so will last several months. Please arrive by 1:30 to create one.
$5-$10 donations are appreciated (to cover the cost of pumpkins, glue sticks, and moss), but are not required.
K-5 students should be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Parent Grade Level Collaboratives
We are excited to welcome you to our Parent grade level collaboratives! After dropping off your students, please join Principal Browne in the Auditorium for coffee and light refreshments. This event provides a wonderful opportunity for us to connect, collaborate, and foster a strong partnership in ensuring the best educational experience for your children.
Nov 14-16
- Grades K-5- 9:05am (T, W, Th)
- Grades 6-12- 8:05am (T, W, Th)
How the Grinch Stole Christmas Field Trip
We have four remaining tickets available for the student matinee of "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" at the Old Globe Theatre in Balboa Park! (Students only. No parent chaperones.)
Principal Browne, Mrs. Finney, and Ms. Karen I. are looking forward to taking students on this “real” field trip via a school bus.
If your elementary student, or a sibling of one who attends MEA, is interested in joining us, please contact Mihoko in the front office this week to complete the necessary form and get your name on the list. All students/sibling attendees must be currently enrolled at MEA.
Thank you!
Friday, December 1st from 9-12:30.
We will meet at MEA at 9 am (drop off at rear parking lot/elementary area) and will return by 12:30 pm.
Please send a lunch to be stored at school and eaten after the play.
If you want your student(s) to attend, please:
See Mihoko in the front office for the necessary permission slip to get your spot.
There will be a required pre-show workshop in November with the artists via Zoom (date and time to be announced).
Agree/disagree to have your child be photographed during the event (for Old Globe promotional purposes).
We hope your child can experience the excitement of Whoville at this holiday event!
Mario Kart Tournament
During lunchtime, Week 2, Nov. 28-Nov. 30, the MEA eSports Team will be hosting a Mario Kart Tournament. This will be an all ages event. Students in grades K-5 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Students will compete either Tues, Wed, or Thursday, please sign up here to participate. Top players from each day will compete for the championship on Thursday. To participate you must sign up no later than Monday, Nov. 27th.
MEA Merchandise ONLINE
NEW! Show school pride! We have t-shirts, hoodies, zipped sweatshirts, water bottles, magnets and stickers for purchase. Please use the link for MEA Merchandise.
Please be advised:
In the process of purchasing an item online, registration is required if you do not already have an account with SchoolCash.
To search all MEA merchandise enter “MEA” in school cash if needed.
All items are available to pick up in the front office as soon as the order is placed. Please keep your receipt for the pick-up.
Anyone can order, such as your relatives and friends.
Final sale: no refund and exchange. You are welcome to come to the office to check the sizes before purchasing.
See’s Candies Fundraiser
Our annual ASB See's Candies Fundraiser is going on now! Please help support Mt. Everest Academy and the ASB by participating in this MEA tradition. Be sure to ask friends and families during the break.
Order forms can be picked up 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!
All orders and money must be returned to MEA office by Friday, December 1st. Orders will be delivered to MEA no later than December 8th 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.
Native Seed Library
Our native seed library is now stocked! Please help yourselves to informational pamphlets and seeds to begin a native plant garden at home. The library is right outside the front office door. Thank you to Jenny Jilka (parent of Justin) for providing even more seeds from their home garden. If you have seeds you’d like to share, we have extra envelopes in the library for you to use. Please label the envelopes with the name of the seed and any other information you’d like to share.
The pamphlets, seed envelopes, and initial seed inventory came to us from the San Diego Audubon Society, and our library will now be registered on their site.
Tech Exploration
Are you ready to embark on a journey through the ever-evolving world of technology? We're thrilled to announce our latest offering for students in grades 3-6, that will ignite their passion for all things tech. Tech Exploration is designed to provide students with engaging hands-on experience with various STEM related subjects. Some topics to be covered include: LEGO Robotics, 3D printing and design, electronics, coding and more.
We are experiencing scheduling conflicts, so to ensure maximum participation we are asking families to fill out When2Meet so we can find an appropriate time that will fit into students' schedules.
High School Winter Semi-Formal December 7th
Calling all MEA high schoolers! The Winter Semi-Formal dance will be held in the Auditorium, on Thursday, December 7th, from 7:00-9:00 pm. Tickets are $20 through December 3rd. Ticket prices will increase to $25 on Monday, December 4th. No tickets will be sold the day of the dance. Each student may bring one non-MEA student. Light refreshments will be provided at the dance. Attire is semi-formal, but make sure to wear something you can dance in!
Tickets are available to purchase, parents 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.
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PALS
Join us for PALS , peer tutoring and schoolwork collaboration, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at MEA! PALS is available to all students in grades K-12. Elementary parents need to complete the PALS Check-in form and provide it to the PALS supervisor. This form lets our tutors know what assignment or skills you wish your student to work on while attending PALS.
- Wednesday 12:30-2:30 @ Room 6 (Nielsen)
- Thursday 9:30-11:30 @ Auditorium
- Friday 9-11:30 @ Auditorium
Native American Heritage Month
From Ally Action: November is Native American Heritage Month! Native Americans make up about 2.5% of the total U.S. population. Their history and contributions are critically important to our national identity. Misconceptions and ignorance can lead to the perpetuation of misinformation, especially surrounding holidays like Thanksgiving. This month, it’s important to remember the history of Native Americans, the systemic issues they still face today, and to take supportive, uplifting action to right historic injustices.
We highly encourage you to educate yourself about Native American history. Ally Action has a bookshelf in Nielsen’s room (Room 8) and two specific books located on this shelf (pictured below) feature Native American stories.
An Indigenous Peoples’ History of the United States by Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz (9-12)
pdf version: http://www.sackett.net/An-Indigenous-Peoples-History-of-the-United-States-Ortiz.pdf
Dance Hall of the Dead by Tony Hillerman (6-12)
no pdf version available
Happy learning!
Wellness student ambassador Emma Baxter has recorded these Wellness videos with helpful tip for you!
Mr. Nielsen and Sra. Mullen took ten 8-10th graders back in time into the Shakespearean Era! The group enjoyed watching a special Student Matinee of 'The Two Gentlemen of Verona' in the unparalleled 'Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre' at Balboa Park's Old Globe. The show was put on by a bunch of super-talented M.F.A students studying at USD! Everyone was in awe of the spectacular and unique rendition of this famous play. On top of that, the group had the amazing opportunity to discuss the play with all of the cast afterwards!
Ms. Shannon delighted K-5th students with a garden lesson all about seeds. Students learned how to harvest seeds from different flowers, fruits, and vegetables found in the gardens around MEA. They also got to plant some of the seeds to include beets, arugula, radish, snap peas and more. We look forward to enjoying their harvest at a future MEA Farmstand.
