Wildcat Weekly- 10/6-10/10

Message from Principal Martinez 🐾
Dear Wildcat Families:
Welcome October!
Thank you to parents who participated in our advisory committee meetings this week. We gathered valuable parent input on Family Involvement and Engagement. We would love to hear more of our ideas and invite you to share your input on this form:
Family Engagement and Involvement Parent Input Survey
This month is full of activities and opportunities to volunteer and participate.
Please mark your Calendar with the following dates:
Site PD day–October 14th (minimum day) school dismisses at 1:00pm
Book Fair--October 13-17th
Fall Family Night–October 17th 4:30-6:30pm
Red Ribbon Week--October 23-31
Costume Parade–October 31st 8:45-9:15
Here are some tips to keep in mind as you are planning your child’s costume:
Character Parade Guidelines 2025
Go Wildcats!
New Volunteer Process Is Now Available
We are excited to launch our new online volunteer application for the school year! If you’re interested in volunteering on campus this year — whether in the classroom, at events, or on field trips — you’ll need to complete the new online application before participating.
👉 Here’s what to do:
- Visit http://bit.ly/3KaZjE1 to access the application or use the QR code. (Please note that the link and QR code are unique for Pomerado.)
- Complete all required sections and upload all requested documents. Applications will be denied if ID is expired or TB is not within 4 years.
- Once submitted, you’ll receive a confirmation email.
Volunteer applications need to be submitted every year — even if you were cleared last year. If you were a Level II volunteer last year, you’ll need to complete a Level I application this year to renew your status.
If you turned in a TB test previously, you can pick it up from the office or email us and we’ll send you a copy. TB documents are also uploaded to your student’s records and can be found in ParentVUE under student documents.
We truly appreciate your time and support in helping make our school a welcoming and enriching environment for all students. Your involvement makes a big difference!
If you have any questions about the process or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact our office.
Thank you for partnering with us!
🐾 PAWs 🐾
PAWs Monthly Meeting 🐾
Join us via Zoom October 8th 6:30-7:30
Restaurant Night Thursday October 9th
Join us Thursday October 8th for Restaurant Night at Harney Sushi in Poway. It's an easy and delicious way to support the 5th graders as they raise money for their end-of-year activities. Just mention you're with the Pomerado Elementary when you order, and a portion of the proceeds will go directly to the class.
🎃🍂 Save the Date: Fall Family Night – Friday, October 17th! 🍂🎃
Want to help make the magic happen? This event is parent-run, and we’re looking for volunteers to help plan, organize, and run the festival. Whether you enjoy decorating, coordinating games, managing food stations, or simply lending a hand, there’s a place for you! Volunteering is a fun and meaningful way to connect with other families and be part of something special. We are also looking for donations to help make this the most memorable event of the year!
Interested in joining the fun behind the scenes? Follow this link to sign up to volunteer or donate: Fall Family Night: Donations & Volunteer Sign Up
🍂 Fall Book Fair Volunteer Sign-Up is Open! 📚
Get ready to spread the joy of reading! Our annual Fall Book Fair is just around the corner, and we need your help to make it a huge success for our students. https://evite.me/ShHwVa2jw7
💥 New Comic Book club starting!
We’re excited to launch a brand-new Comic Book Club for 3rd–5th graders—a fun and inspiring space where students can dive into the world of comics while building their reading, storytelling, and creative skills. Through art and collaboration, members will explore how comics come to life and work together to create some of their own!
Thursdays after school | 1:30–2:30 PM
Art Room
Starting October 16
Spots are limited, so be sure to submit your child's interest form by October 10! If interest exceeds capacity, we may use a random selection process and consider offering two sessions during the year to accommodate more students. More details will be shared with families soon.
👨🏻🌾 Garden Club is returning 👩🏻🌾
Do you love learning about plants and animals?
Come dig, plant, and explore with us in the garden!
Tuesdays after school | 3:05-4:00 PM
Starting October 14- December 15
Spots are limited, submit your child's interest form. To make if fair for everyone, spots will be chosen by lottery. Families will be notified once the lottery is complete.
👻 October Menus 🎃
Save The Date 🗓️
- Wednesday, October 8- PAWs Meeting (Zoom)
- Thursday, October 9- Harney Sushi Restaurant Night
- Monday, October 13- Friday, October 17- Book Fair Week
- Tuesday, October 14- Pomerado Pro Grow Day- MINIMUM DAY (1 pm dismissal)
- Friday, October 17- 4:30 pm -Fall Family Festival
Pomerado Elementary Contact Information
12321 Ninth Street, Poway CA 92064
Principal: Mrs. Sidia Martinez
Office Contacts
Office Number: (858) 748-1320
Lorena Leonard (Office Manager) lleonard@powayusd.com
ESS: (858) 679-8946
Marcella Clark (ESS Supervisor) maclark@powayusd.com
Attendance
Attendance Hotline
(858) 679-2604
Attendance Email
A students absence should be reported within 24 hours. When calling or emailing; please state your name, relationship to student, student name, teacher, and reason for absence.