Escalona Weekly Newsletter

Monday, October 19th

• Drop Everything and Read (DEAR) — First 10 min. of school📚
• Special Education Bus Evacuation Drill

Wednesday, October 21st

• College or Trade Shirt Spirit Wear Day

Thursday, October 22nd

• 📚➗District Math Professional Development – Onsite at Escalona🧮

Friday, October 23rd

• Escalona Spirit Wear Day 💙

• 🎃👻Trunk or Treat🚗🍬 5 - 7 pm

• PE & Music Day 🎻🏃🏻‍♂️

• Fitness Friday🏀🏃🏻‍♂️🏃🏻‍♀️

What an incredible Fun Run! Once again, our Escalona families and community reminded us just how special this school is. Thank you to every parent, family member, friend, and supporter who contributed to our biggest fundraiser of the year. Your generosity makes a real difference in the opportunities and experiences we can provide for our students. A very special thank you goes to our amazing PTA. Behind every successful event is a group of dedicated volunteers giving their time, energy, and talents to make something wonderful happen for our children. Our PTA does this time and time again, and we cannot thank them enough. Their commitment to Escalona is truly something special. To our PTA and every family who supported this year's Fun Run, thank you! We are fortunate to have such a wonderful school community. Go Eagles! 💙🦅

Dear Escalona Families,

We invite all Escalona families to join us for our first English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) meeting of the school year! ELAC gives families an opportunity to learn about our programs for English Learners, share feedback, and have a voice in our school community. During this meeting, we will elect committee representatives and share important school updates. All families are welcome to attend! For your convenience, we will hold the meeting virtually via Zoom.

📅 Date: October 28th

⏰ Time: 1;30 - 2:00 PM

🔗 Zoom Link: https://umassglobal.zoom.us/j/5816625965

This October, our PBIS focus is SAFETY! At Escalona, we want our Eagles to understand that being safe means making choices that protect themselves and others.

Families can help reinforce safety at home by talking about:

• Walking safely in parking lots, hallways, and public spaces
• Keeping hands, feet, and objects to ourselves
• Following adult directions the first time
• Using playground and sports equipment appropriately
• Speaking up when something feels unsafe
• Making safe and responsible choices online

Ask your child: “What does being a safe Eagle look like?” When school and home reinforce the same expectations, our students hear one clear message: Eagles are respectful, responsible, and safe! 💙🦅

“What if we assumed everyone we encountered today was carrying something we couldn't see?”

A little patience, a kind word, or a moment of understanding may be exactly what someone needs.

Our October Interactive Math Wall is up, and this month's challenge is extra special! Thanks to our amazing Math Mentor, Mr. Brown, and our student mathematicians who helped co-create this month's challenge! How cool is that? 🎉 We encourage families to join the fun and try the math challenges at home! Students who wish to participate can complete a student answer form and submit their creative solutions. At the end of the month, we'll recognize our most creative math thinkers with a special Math Award! 🏆 Let's keep building our math minds, Eagles! 💙🔢

We still have a few items waiting to be claimed at the front of the school. Please encourage your child to check for any missing belongings before we head into break. All unclaimed items will be donated after the break. Thank you for helping us keep our Lost & Found under control! 💙🦅

We encourage you to read the student handbook and other important information with your child. This helps everyone understand our school’s rules, policies, and the resources available to support your child’s success. Let’s work together to make this a great school year.

Click the link below to access the handbook.

Daily attendance is key to student success. If your child will be absent, please call the office at (562) 210‑2745 or use the link below to notify our attendance clerk.

Click here to report your student's absence

All students receive free, nutritious meals for morning snack and lunch. Families are also welcome to pack their own food, but please remember that Escalona is a nut‑free campus due to severe allergies. Our menu is designed to be well‑balanced and support your child’s learning and growth, with options for different dietary needs. Click the link below to see this month’s menu.

Our local library offers amazing programs, contests, and resources for students and families all year long. Click the link to explore what’s available:

If you haven't already, please consider joining the P.T.A. by clicking here https://jointotem.com/ca/la-mirada/escalona-elementary-pta. The PTA is a tremendous source of support for our students and the programs and initiatives at Escalona. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Vision

Escalona fosters curiosity, confidence, and community by creating a safe, respectful, and responsible place where every child can succeed.

Mission

Our mission is to inspire students to think, collaborate, and do their best while building knowledge, character, and confidence for life.

Dr. Nnenna Okpara

15135 Escalona

La Mirada, CA 90638

Phone: (562) 210-2745