Otter News: Community Edition

Message from the Administrators

Dear Oak Hill Families

This week, our students completed their i-Ready Reading Diagnostic, and we are proud to share that, as a school, we demonstrated 9% growth from Diagnostic 2 to Diagnostic 3 and an impressive 23% growth from Diagnostic 1 to Diagnostic 3 in the number of students performing Early On, Mid, or Above Grade Level. We are incredibly proud of the hard work our students, staff, and families have put in throughout the year!

Next week, students in Kindergarten through 5th grade will take the i-Ready Math Diagnostic. Please encourage your child to do their very best, as this assessment is an opportunity for students to show the academic growth they have made this year.

Let’s continue the momentum! Families can support our school’s academic progress by continuing the 10-10-10 practice at home:
• 10 minutes of reading fluency
• 10 minutes of writing fluency
• 10 minutes of math fluency

This simple daily routine is truly making a difference, and we are so proud of what our students and school community are accomplishing together!

We also want to remind everyone to please enter the parking lot and drive-through loop from the designated entrance only. We continue to see cars entering through the exit, which creates a dangerous situation for students, staff, and families. When we all work together and follow traffic procedures respectfully, the flow moves efficiently and safely for everyone.

As we look ahead to 5th Grade Promotion on June 9th at 8:30am, please plan to arrive early, as seating is limited. Entry for the event will be through the back parking lot; however, the back lot parking is reserved for school staff only. Families should plan to park in the surrounding community. While it is a busy morning, it is also such a special and exciting celebration for our students!

Thank you for your continued support of our students and school community. Together, we are better!

Sincerely,

Dr. Carmen Madrigal, Principal

Mrs. Blanca Munoz, Assistant Principal

EUSD Expanded Learning is excited to offer two free, grant-funded summer camps this July ONLY for students attending Central, Farr, Felicita, Lincoln, Oak Hill, Pioneer, and Rose Elementary.

YMCA Overnight Horse Camp (Current 3rd & 4th Graders) July 19–24, 2026 | Raintree Ranch, Julian, CA

A 6-day, 5-night getaway featuring horseback riding for all skill levels, scenic trails, and multiple arenas. Transportation and all meals are provided.

YMCA Gym & Swim Day Camp (Current TK–4th Graders) July 27–31, 2026, 7:30 am – 4:30 pm | Escondido YMCA Campus

A full-day camp packed with swimming lessons, water safety instruction, and gymnastics. Breakfast, lunch, and a snack/supper are provided.

How to Apply: Fill out the appropriate interest form:

YMCA Overnight Horse Camp (Current 3rd & 4th Graders)

Raintree Ranch Overnight Camp 2026 Interest Form

YMCA Gym & Swim Day Camp (Current TK–4th Graders)

Gym & Swim Day Camp 2026 Interest Form

Space is limited, and a random lottery will be held if interest exceeds capacity. The YMCA will notify families directly regarding their enrollment status.

Calendar of Events

Monday 5/18/26

Running Club 7:40 - 7:55am, please check into the office first
Otter Pop Sale 2:30 - 3:00pm

Tuesday 5/19/26

Wednesday 5/20/26

Running Club 7:40 - 7:55am, please check into the office first
Vista Hill Parent Class 8:30 - 10:30am
Otter Pop Sale 2:30 - 3:00pm

Thursday 5/21/26

Early Dismissal, Students Dismissed at 12:15pm

Friday 522/26

Running Club 7:40 - 7:55am, please check into the office first
Volunteer Club 8:15 - 11:15am
Otter Pop Sale 2:30 - 3:00pm

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Monday 5/25/26

No School - Memorial Day!

Tuesday 5/26/26

Trimester Awards - See invitation for times

Wednesday 5/27/26

Running Club 7:40 - 7:55am, please check into the office first
Otter Pop Sale 2:30pm

Thursday 5/28/26

Early Dismissal Day, Students released 12:15pm.

Friday 5/29/26

Running Club 7:40 - 7:55am, please check into the office first
Volunteer Club 8:15 - 11:15am
Otter Pop Sale 2:30pm
Oak Hill PTA Spring Fling 4:30 - 7:30pm

Parent Teacher Association (PTA) Update

Oak Hill Families,

This week has been so so so special. As a team member myself of the Oak Hill staff, I can't say enough thank yous for all the school supplies, the kind words and we can't forget all the yummy treats! As PTA president and a parent, thank you so much for taking a few minutes of your day to help make the Oak Hill Staff Appreciation Week a big success!

Now, let's turn our attention to celebrating the success of our students as we wrap up the 2025/2026 school year!

Spring Fling Wristband! Our biggest festival of the year is the Spring Fling and it is scheduled on Friday May 29th from 4:30 - 7:30. There will be raffles, bounce houses, games, food, music, crafts, art displayed and so much more fun. Students must have a wristband in order to play the games and enter bounce houses. Wristbands will now be $10.00. If you are interested in being a vendor at our Spring Fling, please contact Ms. Rebeca via email.

The end of the year is quickly approaching. It's almost time to celebrate all the successes of this year! If you are ever in need of assistance, please reach out to me at regarcia@eusd.org. Together we can do anything for our kids! Go Oak Hill Otters!

Ms. Rebeca

Oak Hill PTA President

Community Schools Corner

Join us for our Pop-Up Community Play Day on Thursday

Please join us for our next Pop-Up Community Play Day! Thanks to a generous grant from the Escondido Education Foundation, we were able to purchase special games and activities for our students to enjoy during a special extended recess. Since February, we have hosted these fun community play days once a month, giving students extra opportunities to play, connect, and build friendships.

We would love for parents and families to join us on our last Pop-Up Play Day on Thursday, May 21st as we continue bringing joy, movement, and connection to our school community!

Recess for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th grade: 9:35-9:55 - Please arrive no later that 9:30 to get checked in.

Recess for TK and Kindergarten: 10:05 - 10:25 - Please arrive no later than 10:00 to get checked-in.

Attendance Challenge & Pants Drive: Come & Share Pants to Wear

We are adding a Class Competition to our Come and Share Pants to Wear Attendance Challenge. Classes are voting on what the winning class should receive. Our goal is to reach 94% ADA as many days as possible until May 29th school days. We reach 94% when we have no more than 40 students absent, so this challenge requires TEAMWORK!

Along the way, students can earn fun school wide rewards, including Otter stickers, a scavenger hunt at lunch, an I-Spy game at lunch, Superhero Day, and Otter Pops for all.

As part of this challenge, we are also inviting families to support our Family Resource Center by donating gently used children’s pants, shorts, and skirts. If your child has outgrown any bottoms that are still in good condition, clean, and free of stains or tears, we would greatly appreciate your donation. Thank you for helping us support both strong attendance and our Oak Hill community.

The following classes are still in session after this week:

Otter News - ending date TBD
English Classes - ending date May 29th
Girls on the Run - 5K Run on Sunday, May 17th and final celebration on May 22nd (no class on May 19th)

If your child attends the YMCA, you must sign them out there before picking them up. Even though they are at an EXPLORE class, they have already checked into the YMCA.

School Social Worker Spotlight

Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The second month of May focuses on early support and recognizing signs in children and youth.

It can be important to check in with your students and take note of any changes you may notice such as changes in mood, sleep, or behaviors. I am here to support your students with any concerns as well.

Oak Hill Bell Schedules

Please review this year's Bell Schedules. Pending an emergency, students should not be picked up during recess time, lunch time, and after 2:00pm as it is disruptive to student learning.

EUSD School Calendar

2025-2026 School Year

EUSD Calendars

Dogs are Not Allowed on School Grounds

According to Board Policy 6163.21 dogs are not permitted on school property or to school-sponsored programs or activities. The only exceptions are service dogs specially trained for an individual with a disability that have met the district conditions. We respectfully ask that when you walk onto our campus that you don't bring your dogs with you to pick up students.

Pick-up and drop-off procedures with a car image

Parking Lot & Safety Procedures

Thank you for your patience in the morning and afternoon in the parking lot. Please follow the following procedures to decrease waiting time for you and out of consideration for all families:

1. Please do not exit your vehicle unless you are in a parking spot.

2. Only our SCSB families with a yellow parking pass may park along the RED curb in the inner loop. Only they have permission to use the inner loop to exit.

4. Please move as far forward as you can in the drive-through loop before allowing kids to exit or when picking them up. This allows us to quickly get more cars through the loop.

5. If students are still in your car, or you are picking them up, stay in the right lane closest to the curb. The left lane is only to be used if you are ready to exit.

6. Only take a right turn out of the parking lot - this includes the inner loop as well. This keeps the flow of traffic moving.

5. If you are waiting to enter the parking lot on Oak Hill Dr., please do not block the entrance to the back parking lot or our neighbors' driveways.

7. Please follow all traffic laws.

We appreciate your help!

Contact the Office

Email: oakhillenrollment@eusd.org
Website: https://oakhill.eusd.org
Location: 1820 Oak Hill Drive, Escondido, CA, USA
Phone: 760-432-2483

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