MEA Monday Message

Tuesday, Mar. 25

• 8-8:45- Choir - B15
• 8:50- 9:35- Strings - B15
• 9:40-10:25- Band - B15
  
• 12:00-12:30 Wellness Kahoot - Auditorium
• 12:30-1:15 Elementary Art - MakerSpace
• 1:00-2:00 HS Splatoon Match - RM 1
• 3:00-3:45 MS Splatoon Match - Rm 1

• 12:00-12:30 Wellness Kahoot - Auditorium
• 12:30-2:30 PALS - Rm 1
• 2:00-3:00 SSC/SGT - Rm 2

• 9:30-11:30 PALS - Rm 1
  
• 9:30-11:30 Marketplace - Auditorium
• 10:40-11:10 Coop Group - Chicken Coop
• 12:30-1:30 Tech Exploration - Rm 1

• 12:30-2:30 Paint and Take - Rm 1
• End of Month 8

• Mar. 31 - Apr. 4 Spring Break - Campus Closed
• Apr. 8-10 Mario Kart Tournament
• April 10 Family Game Night
  
• April 11 ASB President Applications Due

** PALS is cancelled this Friday, Mar. 28th

Check out the week's club calendar below. For more information about clubs, check out the MEA Campus Life.

Take a break and join the fun! 🌟 The MEA Lighthouse Team is hosting a high-energy Wellness Kahoot to help you unwind and recharge during turn-in week. Come for the good vibes, stay for the laughs!

🗓️ Happening Tuesday and Wednesday, during lunch, in the Auditorium—swing by, bring a friend, and get ready for some feel-good fun! We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉💫

Join us for the Marketplace, featuring the creative and hardworking 3rd and 4th grade entrepreneurs! 🏆✨

📅 Thursday
⏰ 9:30–11:30 AM
📍 Auditorium

Come shop, explore, and celebrate the next generation of business leaders as they showcase their amazing products and ideas. See you there! 💡💰🎊

Hosted by the D&D Quest Club, this Friday from 12:30–2:30, swing by for an afternoon of creativity and connection!

🖌️ Paint your very own mini to take home—no experience needed!
🤝 Plus, enjoy some cooperative games with fellow adventurers while you wait for your mini to dry or just hang out!

Whether you're a seasoned hero or just curious about the world of D&D, come chill, paint, and play. See you there!

Get ready for some fast-paced, shell-throwing, banana-slipping action—it's time for the MEA Mario Kart Tournament!

🎮 Preliminary Races:
🗓️ April 8–10
🕛 During lunch in the Auditorium
Race against fellow students for glory and a spot in the finals! The top players from each day will advance!
📌 Sign-ups close each day at 10 AM—don’t miss your chance to compete!

🏆 Final Showdown:
🗓️ April 10th
🕠 Finals begin at 5:30 PM during Family Game Night
Come cheer on the finalists or compete for the championship title!

📣 Open to students of all ages—Sign up now and prove you've got what it takes to cross the finish line first!

Bring the whole crew for an epic night of fun at Family Game Night on Thursday, April 10th! Whether you're rolling dice, battling bosses, or crushing trivia, there’s something for everyone:

✨ Board Games Galore – Classic favorites and new gems
👾 Video Game Stations – Compete or co-op, your call
🐲 Dungeons & Dragons – Dive into adventure with beginner-friendly sessions
🎉 And More!

🕕 Time: 5:00-7:00

All ages welcome – fun guaranteed!
Grab your game face and join us for an unforgettable night!

Take a night off from cooking and support our school at the same time! Join us at Urbane Cafe on Wednesday, April 10th for Dining for Dollars – a delicious way to give back.

Bring your family, invite friends, and help us make a difference—one bite at a time!

Join MEA students for a beach cleanup at and north of Scripps Pier in La Jolla, organized by the Environmental Alliance Club and German 5-6 students.

🗓 Date: Friday, April 11th
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Meeting Location: Scripps Pier, La Jolla

What to bring:

• Wear old clothes
• Bring water
• Snacks will be provided!

Important Notes:

• Don’t forget to fill out a permission slip from the front office
• Students in grade 7 and below must be accompanied by a parent or guardian

Come help us keep the beach beautiful! 🌊♻️

All high school students are welcome to the MEA's 2025 Prom! Save the date for May 9th and grab your tickets now! Each MEA student can bring one guest who is not from MEA, and you can buy a ticket for your guest at the same time you buy your own. Your guest will need to fill out their own permission form, which you can get from the office. If you need help with ticket costs, scholarships are available—just ask an MEA staff member for details.

How to buy tickets:

Tickets are only available online—no cash accepted. You can sign in to your SchoolCash Online account or use the QR code to buy tickets for yourself and your guest. The tickets will be linked to the student’s name. Please note that all tickets are non-refundable, so keep your receipt to show at the door; a screenshot of the ticket is fine too. Please note that ticket prices will increase as we get closer to the event. Here are the prices:

• $60 until March 28
• $65 from March 29 to May 2
• $70 from May 3 to May 8

No tickets will be available after midnight on May 8.

Do you need a dress?

Princess Project may be a good place to find your perfect dress!

If you are a student who would like to receive the Monday Message via text, simply fill out the form below, and we’ll add your cell number to our contact list.

📲 Sign up here: https://forms.gle/fDcpVHSHqzJHiRRz7

The race for 2025-26 ASB President is ON! 🏆 If you’re a current junior with at least one semester of ASB experience, this is YOUR chance to lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact on our school!

💥 Why Run?
✅ Be the voice of the student body
✅ Plan epic events & traditions
✅ Leave your mark on campus

📅 Key Dates:
📌 April 11, 2025 – Completed applications & speeches due to Ms. Rice or Mr. Neilsen by 12:00 noon
📌 April 22, 2025 – Candidate speeches at noon, voting begins immediately after
📌 April 28, 2025 – All campaign materials must be removed by 3 PM, voting closes at midnight

📢 Make sure to review the candidate details & application materials

Other officer positions will open next fall, but the presidency waits for no one—step up and lead! 🔥

Get ready for an unforgettable evening! Join fellow MEA parents and staff for a kid-free night of laughter, mingling, and great company on Friday, April 11th, from 7–10 PM. Enjoy delicious refreshments and drinks while you connect with our amazing community in a relaxed, fun atmosphere.

💥 This event is completely FREE! Thanks to our generous host, Mission Valley Oral Surgery, Dr. Olin (an MEA family!), you can enjoy a fantastic night out—no strings attached!

🔹 Reserve Your Spot Today!

Click on Donate & Tickets—your ticket is FREE, and no donation is required. Just RSVP by Wednesday, April 9th, so we know you're coming!

📅 Mark your calendar, book that babysitter, and get ready for an awesome night out!

For any questions, email info@meafoundation.org. We can't wait to see you there! 🎊

Hello Families - Papa John's Restaurant chain has an online fundraising code that will save you money on regular priced items and raise money for MEA. You can use this promo code: MTEVEREST, any time of day in most Papa Johns' locations in San Diego County. See the flyer for details.

The Mt. Everest Academy Rocketry Club is raising funds for supplies through DonorsChoose! 🚀 Your support will help us build and launch rockets, explore aerodynamics, and further our school's STEM education. Every donation makes a difference!

📢 Donate here

Thank you for fueling our mission to reach new heights! 🔥🚀

The Yearbook Cover is in YOUR hands! 🏆✨ Help us choose the perfect design that will represent this year’s memories. Cast your vote and make history—this is your chance to leave your mark!

📅 Don’t wait! Vote now and be part of the decision! 🗳️📖

Make your graduate—or any student—feel extra special with a personalized Recognition Ad in the yearbook! 🎓🎈 Share your love, pride, and best wishes with a custom message and photos they’ll cherish forever.

📅 Deadline: April 18th – Don’t miss out!
🔗 Click here for details!

Make their yearbook even more memorable—secure their spot today! ❤️

It’s time to complete those personalized custom pages!

One customizable two-page spread is included with each yearbook purchase.

Don’t want to add your own photos to your custom pages?

Try adding the title of AUTOGRAPHS or SIGNATURES to your blank pages instead.

This will give your child two blank pages for signatures from friends and teachers!

IF you do not add anything to your custom pages, they will NOT be included in your child’s yearbook.

Due date: April 18th

We at MEA are so lucky to have such flexibility as to be able to pursue our passions outside of school.

If there is something special that you can do because you go to Mt. Everest Academy, please upload a photo of it with a brief caption. We'd love to post it in this year's yearbook!

It is time for students in grades 5-11 to plan their classes for the next school year!

Current 8th-11th Graders (Class of 2026-2029)

• All current 8th -11th graders must either make an appointment (in person or online) to meet with Mr. Rubin or email course requests (arubin@sandi.net). Please reserve a conference time at this link to discuss courses for next year, graduation and college entrance requirements, and community college courses.

• During their articulation meeting, incoming 9th graders and their parents can meet with Mr. Rubin to discuss a four-year plan.

• Parents are encouraged to attend along with their student(s). Parents who cannot attend should review the course options with their student at home.

• Students do not need to return an articulation sheet but should be prepared to share their course requests with Mr. Rubin during their appointment or by email.

• If you would prefer to work with Mr. Rubin over email to select classes, please email him your requests.

Articulation Sheets:

Incoming 9th graders, Class of 2029

Incoming 10th graders, Class of 2028

Incoming 11th graders, Class of 2027

Incoming 12th graders, Class of 2026

Find all courses being offered next year and a tentative class schedule at the links below:

Class Schedule 2025-2026

Sign up for an articulation meeting with Mr. Rubin (for next year's 9th-12th only).

Current 5th-7th Graders (Class of 2030-2032)

You will select your classes for the following school year through a Google Form. Mr. Rubin presented the form in Ms. Patterson's and Mr. Cate’s class. The form will be available to complete in Ms. Patterson's or Mr. Cate’s Google Classrooms and linked here.

To review the course options available to middle school students, please see the following articulation sheets:

Incoming 6th graders, Class of 2032

Incoming 7th graders, Class of 2031

Incoming 8th graders, Class of 2030

Please email Mr. Rubin if you have questions regarding scheduling.

Students of any skill-level are welcome. If you play a different instrument and want to join Jam Band, we meet 1:50 - 3:00pm every Wednesday but turn-in week. Hope to see you there!

If you want to help shape the best events of the year—including PROM—then join Yearenders! 🎶✨ We meet every second Thursday during lunch in the Makerspace, and we need YOUR ideas to make these events unforgettable!

Don’t just attend—be part of the magic! See you there! 🎊🔥

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

If you do not wish to fill out the FAFSA, please complete the following form: FAFSA Opt Out

Community Events are not sponsored by Mt. Everest Academy

In spring 2023, the Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation launched the free Eco Ambassadors program for high school students interested in nature-related careers. The program offers inspiring sessions at the park, where students learn about local ecosystems, conservation, and environmental stewardship.

The deadline to apply for the Summer 2025 cohort is April 13th.
Summer Cohort June 16-June 20
To learn more please check out: https://mtrp.org/ecoambassadors/

If you are seeking opportunities to connect, engage, and with other families in the MEA Community, we invite you to explore the private electronic bulletin board. We encourage you to share any local activities or events that you and fellow MEA students and families may enjoy together. Please note that these activities are not sponsored by Mt. Everest Academy.

Please send any information for the Monday Message using the Google form by end of day Thursday for upcoming message. If you have any question please contact Mrs. Keck at mkeck@sandi.net.