Community Crew News # 28

March 7, 2025

Greetings Crew,

Our News Crew is part of our after school enrichment program charged with created weekly news episodes. These episodes are shared weekly school-wide to keep all our learners informed. These will episodes will now be released and posted our website under News -https://conway.eusd.org/ for families to also view and be engaged in the life of the school. Check out this week's episode here https://youtu.be/u1YzchKuzdI. Thank you Mr. Wood for leading this after school Crew.

Our Conway citizens are compelled to do good in the world. Our W.H.O. (We Help Others) Crew has started their next drive and they are counting on you. This week they were hard at work creating posters for the school and they also delivered this message to our entire school during our Crew Celebration Assembly.

"We are from the W.H.O. Crew and we are here to tell you about our third service drive of the year!

We will be collecting comforting, easy to make meals like soup, macaroni and cheese, cup of noodles, and ramen for those in need.

Did you know that Interfaith Community Center feeds approximately 160 people every day?

You can be a part of the change by donating any of these meals!

Please consider dropping off donations to the WHO CREW bin by April 2nd!

Thank you, and “Remember it feels good… to do good!”

At this week's crew celebration, we recognized eight amazing learners for their perseverance. We are two thirds of the way through the school year and these eight students have PERFECT ATTENDANCE! They have been here everyday, learning, and growing their brains. This is not easy, but they are doing it. Way to be EPIC scholars. It was very important for us to recognize this achievement. We look forward to honoring all of them at the end of the year too with an even greater recognition.

I am grateful for the opportunity to inspire students to discover their unlimited potential through Excellence, Perseverance, Integrity, and Compassion. Together we are creating an EPIC school.

We are in this together and believe, We Are Crew, not passengers.

In crew,

Tina Meglich

Principal

ASB is selling Friendship bracelets this next week. Student that are feeling lucky to have a special friend can show them how much they can. Purchase a handmade friendship bracelet for $2.00. Sales will be after school by room 1 on Monday 10/10, Tuesday 10/11, and Wednesday 10/12.

It's your lucky day! March Attendance Challenge has begun. Have perfect attendance all March to earn a sweet treat. You can do it!

Every month we recognize the classrooms with the highest daily attendance. This month, let's hear it for Mrs. Brumback's and Mrs. Andaya's Crews. We know that everyday counts and it's important that our students are here everyday.

Neighborhood Healthcare Mobil Dental Services at Conway allows students to have access to the following services provided by a Dentist or a Registered Dental Hygienist at Conway:

• Complete Dental Exam

• Teeth Cleaning

• Fluoride Treatment

• Pictures of his/ her teeth

• X-rays

• Sealants

Neighborhood Healthcare staff will contact families if additional dental care is needed.

Onsite care allows students to return back to class in a timely manner which means parents and family members do not need to request time off work.

What should I do if I want my child to participate?

Click on the link provided below to register your student for this program.

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=RrOTBtz3C02D0GvDDMNyItCWGY6oIopMkhIVxeVUkvVUQTVIVlowQ0lVN1Q5MlIzMkpPTVlURzZHVC4u

*ALL students who submit an enrolment form will receive services.

*Next service day at Conway is to be determined.

If you have any questions about the dental care program, contact Dacia Ruiz (dacia.ruiz@nhcare.org) (442) 286-8353.

We will be hosting our 3rd grade family day at lunch on

Friday, March 14

from 12:30 pm - 1:10 pm

in the MPR.

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

Click on the link provided below to RVSP before Thursday March 13. https://forms.gle/Ut5NVM7aMwyQNSQn6

*If rain is forecast this event will be rescheduled

*Maximum of 4 guests can attend

*Food that you bring is for your student only

*Play equipment is for students only

*Sibling guest must be supervised at all times

Every month we recognize the contribution of our volunteers for their HEART WORK. They dedicate their time and effort to make Conway a better place. We sincerely appreciate their commitment and contribution to our Conway Community. This last month we were happy to honor Merida Cruz Duarte Serrano.

Join us to an interactive MyPlate lesson instructed by our CalFresh partners. Participants will learn about the MyPlate guidelines in efforts to help make healthy food choices based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. After the presentation, participants will take part in a food preparation activity that they will also enjoy.

This is a family workshop where students and adult family members can both participate together.

Help us best prepare for this amazing event and RSVP by clicking the link provided below.

https://forms.gle/Vzrh678Aj7d3T2oaA

Building Healthier Habits Family Workshop

📅 Friday March 14

⏰ 2:45 pm

📍 To be determined

To kick off Spring, Ms. Wilder will be hosting a Family Paint Night.

This is a family event and adult and children are welcome.

To RSVP please click on the link provided below.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0945A9AC2DA7FECE9-55600887-spring

Join us

Thursday, March 20

at 5 pm in room 1.

*Registration is required to participate.

*Maximum 30 participants

*Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Help our site bring valuable information via workshops to our Conway community.

Parent engagement and participation is an important component in students and families overall wellbeing.

Please take a few minutes to complete the following survey to determine what topics interest you and times that work best for you to participate.

Thank you!

Click on the link below to give us your valuable feedback.

*Childcare will be available at all workshops.

Mission Middle School invites families to take part of a 5 session workshop series on Wednesdays starting March 5 and ending on April 2.

Miriam Merringer will be presenting information focused on "Connecting the hearts of parents with their children".

"Connecting the hearts of parents with their children" Spanish Workshop Series

When: Wednesdays (March 5 - April 2)

Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Where: Mission Midle School Auditorium

For more information contact Maribel Valle at (760) 432-2452 or email mvalle@eusd.org

This week Volunteer Crew helped decorate the MPR for the Talent Show. We are super grateful to count on the support of our volunteers to make our events that much special. We invite families to come to room 5 during the designated Volunteer Crew hours to provide support with teacher prep, school projects and more.

Your help is needed with the following projects/activities:

SmArt Festival - March 22 - Setting up before / Packing up after event

Volunteer Crew in Room 5

Monday

8 am - 9:30 am

Wednesday

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

**Reminder!

Volunteers must submit EUSD Volunteer Form to access clearance before any volunteer related activity at Conway Academy.

Volunteers must ALWAYS check in/out in the front office before/after service.

New EUSD Volunteer Application and Code of Conduct form - English
New EUSD Volunteer Application and Code of Conduct form - Spanish

For more information please contact Xochitl Maldonado at (760) 432- 2435 EXT 12005.

3/14: Freaky Friday Day- Students dress like a teacher, teacher dress like a student

3/17: St. Patrick's Day - Everyone wears green

3/28: Twin Day

4/4: Anything but a backpack

4/25: Patterns and Prints Mix-up Day

5/2: Conway Crew Blue BWD

5/9: Cultural Appreciation Day

5/23: Military Appreciation Day - Wear Camouflage or US Colors

5/30: Beach Day

3.5 hour Para-Educator II Opening at Conway

Do you like working with kids? Do you want to help students build literacy skills? Do you enjoy supporting students in learning new problem solving strategies? Then this position might be for you!

Through our Community School grant, Conway is able to fund a 3.5hour para - educator that will work closely with our MTSS site specialist, Mrs. Banks and our Social Worker, Miss Daisy. They will train and provide support to this individual that will focus on working with small groups of students during the school day. This is a part time position with hours from 11:30 am - 3:00 pm on M, T, W, and F and Thurs 9:30 am - 1:00 pm. If interested apply using the link below.

Paraeducator II and/or Bilingual (Spanish)

Edjoin Link: https://www.edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/2050026

HR contact: Efrain Hernandez (760) 432-2368

Deadline: March 11, 2025, 12:00PM (noon)

Friday, February 28 - End of Trimester 2

Monday, March 3 - Spring Book Fair ALL Week

Friday, March 7 - Trimester 2 Report Cards mailed home

Friday, March 7 - Conway's Got Talent Show 5:30 pm

Friday, March 14 - 3rd grade Family Day at lunch

Friday, March 14 - Spirit day Freaky Friday Day

Friday, March 14 - Conway Jams 2:00 pm

Friday, March 14 - 2:45 pm Cal Fresh Parent/Student MyPlate Workshop

Monday, March 17 - Spirit Day - St. Patrick's Day

Students dress like a teacher, teacher dress like a student

Tuesday, March 18 - World Social Worker Day!

Thursday, March 20 - Spring Art Night with Mrs. Wilder Family Event