Mission Elementary

Dear Mission Families,

May your family time during the Thanksgiving holiday bring you many joyous moments. We remind you that school will be closed from November 20th to November 24th. Classes will resume on November 27th

Thank you to the families who attended our Student of the Month Assembly. We appreciate your active involvement in your child's education and the celebration of their achievements, as we recognize it plays a crucial role in their success. We always welcome your presence on campus!

Wishing you a happy and peaceful Thanksgiving!

November is recognized as Epilepsy Awareness Month, and we encourage our school community to come together in support.

On Wednesday, November 29, we invite students to wear purple as a symbolic gesture to show solidarity with those who are affected by epilepsy. By wearing purple, we not only raise awareness but also demonstrate our comitment to understanding and supporting individuals living with epilepsy.

Let's unite as a school community to foster empathy, understanding, and support for those impacted by epilepsy. Together, we can make a positive difference and contribute to a more inclusive and compassionate environment. Thank you for your support.

Ms. Martinez and Ms. Akao

Students will bring order forms home on Tuesday, November 14. The more students sell, the greater the rewards. All items are $10! Order forms along with the money are due on November 28. Thank you for encouraging students to sell to friends and family. Be sure to watch the following video to get all the details!

Video Explaining the Fundraiser

Please help our school and community receive free books by completing this survey. We value your opinion and appreciate your support!

Click here to start the survey.

Noon Duty Supervisors are needed to support our students during lunch and recess. If you are interested or know someone who loves working with kids, please apply through Edjoin before November 30. We'd love to have a you join our staff. Click here to apply through Edjoin.

The Wellness Center has concluded Art History for the semester. Many students have asked about additional dates and future times will be scheduled in the spring semester.

Oceanside Theater Company (OTC) began hosting an after school enrichment program with some of our 4th and 5th graders this past Wednesday. The program’s learning goals are to promote positive socio-emotional skill and character development in youth through engaging in the theater arts.

Fall semester will be for 4th & 5th Grade with 6 sessions

Spring semester will be for 1st-3rd Grades for 9-12 weeks/ A start date is TBA

Wednesdays 12:35 p.m.-2:05 p.m.

Will be held in the MPR and Room 13 on rainy days

Dec. 4th-8th are celebrating Mission Attendance with a spirit week!

The class with the highest average attendance throughout the week be be rewarded with a special prize! Class winner will be announced through the MMA intercom on Monday, December 11th and the special prize will be given on Friday, December 15th.

More details to come!

Did you know that research shows that missing 10 percent of the school year, or about 18 days in most school districts, negatively affects a student’s academic performance. That’s just two days a month and that’s known as chronic absence. (attendanceworks.org). Connect with our Community School Coordinator, Chantel Rothenburger to see how Mission can support your student's attendance.

Please stop by to check if your student has left their belongings behind. We will be donating any items left behind on December 20.

Everyone is invited to attend PTO meetings. Join us in helping us plan fun and engaging activities for our Mission Students!

When? Tuesday, December 5

Time: 5:00pm

Where? Room 24

Before School (Daily)

• 6:45am-8:15am

After School

• M/T/Th/Fri: 2:55pm-6:00pm

• Wed/Minimum Days: 12:25-6:00pm

Contact Information

• Email: Mission@AsapOside.com
  
• Call/Text: (760) 916-5223
  
• www.AsapOside.com
  

11/20-11/24 Thanksgiving Break

11/28 3rd Gr. OMA Field Trip 9:00 (Miller)

11/29 3rd Gr. OMA Field Trip 9:00 (Ramos & Taylor)

11/29 ATP Food Pantry (12:15-1)

We want to emphasize the importance of monitoring and limiting your child's screen time and social media usage. While technology and social media can offer valuable educational and social opportunities, they also have the potential to become a significant distraction and, if not managed carefully, can have negative effects on your child's development. Below are 2 tips of more to come.

TIP Number 1

Set Time Limits: Establish daily or weekly screen time limits based on your child's age and needs. Ensure they have enough time for other activities like homework, physical exercise, and social interactions.

TIP Number 2

Monitor Content: Regularly check the content your child is interacting with, whether it's through apps, games, or social media platforms. Ensure it's age-appropriate and safe.

Why does attendance matter? A missed school day is a lost opportunity for students to learn. If your student misses school, please be sure to call or email our attendance office:

Email: attendance.mis@oside.us

Phone: (760) 966-8701

School Meals: All meals will continue to be offered at no cost to all scholars. This year, however, students will learn and use their lunch number for accountability purposes.

Please review our Parent/Caregiver & Student Handbook for important information, practices, and procedures at Mission Elementary.

Please review OUSD's Volunteer Levels and Protocols

• Volunteer Levels

We highly recommend that you purchase device insurance.

• Review important device insurance information by clicking here.

OUSD has an app! Stay connected and informed by downloading OUSD's free app on your phone.

• Instructions on how to download the app

If you need any assistance in downloading the app, please visit our office. We'll be happy to help!

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• Using a desktop computer click on the "Translate" button at the top of the newsletter
• Select the language you want the newsletter translated
• On a cell phone look for the icon and click to select language to translate

• Click Here

How great is Mission Elementary? We'd love to get your feedback on this online school rating website. Please share your thoughts on our school. Stop by our office if you need any assistance in leaving a review through the website.

You may access the Great Schools website HERE.

The OUSD Board of Education approved a District Policy that prohibits dogs on campus, for the safety and health of all our students and staff. Thank you for understanding this change and please for not bringing dogs to our campus during or after school hours. Please visit our office should you have appropriate documentation for a service dog.

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Website: oside.us/mission
Location: Mission Elementary School, Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA, USA
Phone: (760) 966-8700
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