Rincon Community News #22

Greetings Rincon Community,

What an incredible first week of 2026! The energy in our school has been nothing short of amazing, and I am thrilled to share some highlights from our week.

Our amazing Assistant Principals, Ms. Carvajal and Mrs. Conroy kicked off the week with a refresher B.A.R.K assembly on Tuesday, setting a positive tone and helping our students gear up for success. It was fantastic to see everyone engaged and ready to embrace our core values. Throughout the week, we continued this momentum with follow-up lessons in advisory, reinforcing our commitment to creating a supportive and thriving learning environment.

Our students truly shone this week, demonstrating their readiness and enthusiasm to be back in the classroom. Their excitement was palpable, and it was heartwarming to see our community come together so positively.

I’m also proud to say that our staff was equally engaged this week. They were ready to be back with our students and participated in meaningful learning experiences, diving deeper into understanding ourselves and each other. This collaboration is essential as we build an even stronger community of educators working together in service of our amazing students.

To cap off this fantastic week, we held our After School CLUB RUSH event on Friday during both lunches! Students had the opportunity to explore various after-school offerings for the spring sessions, and the enthusiasm was inspiring. It was a joy to watch the curiosity and excitement as students discovered new interests and activities. Sign-ups close soon, so don't miss out.

Let’s keep this Bulldog spirit strong and B.A.R.K (Believe, Achieve, Respect, and Kindness) for success! Together, we can continue to foster a supportive and vibrant community for our students. Thank you for your ongoing support and commitment to making Rincon a remarkable place for everyone.

With gratitude,

Principal Meglich

As we approach the end of our second progress report period, we kindly ask for your support in encouraging your student to check their grades and turn in any missing or incomplete assignments.

This is an important opportunity for students to improve their progress before grades are finalized. Please take a few minutes to review their work with them and remind them to communicate with their teachers if they have questions or need assistance.

Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting your student’s success.

Report cards are mailed home on Friday 1/23/26

Please check your learner's grades?

Power- School Login Instructions

Step 1:Go to EUSD.org

Step 2: Click on: Parents & Families

Step 3: Click on PowerSchool Parent Portal - login

Step 4: Click on attendance, or iReady progress, you may navigate on any tabs to see your students grades and missing assignments

On Monday- JAN 12th at 8:30 am Rincon will have the Mobile Dental Service on site to service those who have signed up for it. If you would like for your student to be serviced please click on the Enrollment Form link.

Who can participate and receive services?

1. If your child has not seen a dentist in the last 6 months.

2. If your child is currently enrolled in Medi-Cal

3. If your child is uninsured, the child will still be seen at no cost.

What will your child receive through this program?

Your child will be seen by a Dental or a Registered Dental Hygienist on-site at your child's school. The dental team may provide some of these services for your child:

• Complete Dental Exam
• Fluoride Treatment
• X-Rays
• Teeth Cleaning
• Pictures of his/her teeth
• Sealents

What should you do if you would like for your child to participate?

If you would like for your student to be serviced please click on the Enrollment Form link. OR come to the front office to fill out the paper form that has a QR Code. If you have any questions please fell free to contact Dacia Ruiz (dacia.ruiz@nchcare.org) 4442-286-8353

Parents and guardians- Your student will be participating in our upcoming Career Fair Day on Friday, January 16 during the students lunch period. Either Lunch 1( 11:48am-12:18pm) or Lunch 2 (12:37pm-1:07pm).

The student will rotate through different career booths and explore a wide range of career paths. This experience is designed to help students learn about different professions, ask questions, and begin thinking about their interests and future goals. We’re excited to provide this meaningful opportunity for our students here at Rincon Middle School!

We are thrilled to announce that the X-Track Program at the Boys & Girls Club is officially kicking off our Middle School Basketball League—and we couldn’t be more excited!

This league is about more than just basketball. It’s an opportunity for our middle school students to build teamwork, confidence, leadership, and sportsmanship while having fun and staying active in a positive, supportive environment. Whether your student is new to the game or already loves basketball, this league is designed to help everyone grow both on and off the court.

Over the coming weeks, participants can look forward to:

• Organized team practices and games

• Skill development and mentorship from our coaches

• A fun, competitive, and encouraging atmosphere

• A chance to represent X-Track with pride

The evaluations will be taking place at the Boys and Girls Club: Conrad Prebys Escondido, starting on January 20th through January 23rd. Please see the attachments for your school's evaluation flyer (provided in English and Spanish). The week following evaluation will be their time to practice their skills for gamedays starting on February 2nd. Game days will be Monday-Friday at 6pm, 7pm, and 8pm.

We can’t wait to see our students lace up their sneakers, hit the court, and show their school spirit and X-Track pride. Thank you for being part of our Boys & Girls Club family and for supporting our youth as they learn, grow, and play together.

Join us at 8:30 AM in the MPR at Rincon Middle School for a casual Coffee with the Principal.

Come enjoy some coffee, learn about our support services, and connect with the people here to help your student succeed!
We look forward to seeing you there!

January 26 – March 27

Teacher-led classes (some may extend March 30 – May 1)
American Sign Language – M/W, Room 17
Weights – M/W, Weight Room
Bulldog Color Guard – Fridays, Room 57
Design for the Streets – Wednesdays, Room 5
Art Studio – Wednesdays, Room 7
Beginner Ukulele – T/F, Room 6
GOTR – Mondays, Room 29 (2 hours)
E-Sports – M/T/W, Room 3

Vendor-Led Classes:
Lovely Leaps Sideline Cheer Dance – M/W, Room 28
Flag Rugby – M/W, PE Field
Skateboarding (90 min) – Mondays, PE Blacktop
Mathnasium – M/W or T/F, Library
Tradicion Mexicana / Ballet Folklorico (90 min) – T/F, Room 28
Escondido Soccer Club – T/F, PE Field
EcoArt – T/F, Room 44
Fashion Design – Embroidery – T/F, Room 37
RoboQuest with Treobytes – T/F, Room 40
Girls Inc (90 min) – Fridays, Room 16
Science of Cooking – T/F, Room 46

Interested in joining?
Learn more about the classes and add your child to the interest form by scanning the QR code or use this Link

We are pleased to announce the timeline for the upcoming School Choice Intradistrict Transfer application window for the 2026-2027 school year.

School Choice Application Window

Please note these crucial dates:

• Application Window Opens: Tuesday, December 2, 2025

• Application Window Closes: January 30, 2026

Access the Application: Click here to access the School Choice Intradistrict Transfer application and information page.

December - January 16th- The challenge continues! Looking for no absences and no tardies from our Bulldogs! Show your holiday cheer…and be HERE! Make every day count. Winners will enjoy hot cocoa with their peers. We have increased our attendance the last three months. Let's keep this going!

In January 2026, SDCOE will offer a series of free virtual mindfulness classes presented by certified meditation instructors. These sessions are designed to help families learn practical tools to reduce stress, foster kindness, and cultivate a sense of calm and harmony in daily life.

Learning to Relax Through Mindfulness – January 2026

Time: 6:00–7:00 p.m. (Virtual)

Spanish interpretation will be available for all sessions.

Session Topics:

• Jan 8: What Tenderness Can Teach Us

• Jan 15: Developing Harmony

• Jan 22: Inviting Your Heart into Meditation

• Jan 29: Developing Good Values

Each session will explore mindfulness techniques that support compassion, empathy, and emotional well-being for a happier, healthier life. These classes will also cover:

• Stress management & relaxation

• Observing emotions without judgment

• Building empathy & compassion

• Living in harmony & ethical values

Click here to register

Questions? Please contact: ecampos@sdcoe.net

Rincon Community please feel free to join us for this Community Education Presentation from Interfaith about “ANXIETY VS STRESS” on Friday- January 23rd at 8:30 am in Room 2.

Do you know what is the difference between Anxiety and Stress? Or When do you need to seek support?
All our community is invited! Feel free to share with your friends, family, neighbors, and especially your Faith family. We will have coffee and a pastry

We are looking for parents who are interested in being part of our Latino Literacy Book Club. The books will be read solely in Spanish!

El Sueño de Graciela

• Aprenda sobre la preparación universitaria y como

apoyar a sus hijos en el proceso.

Historia de Carlito

• Un programa para apoyar e identificar los retos
  que enfrentan los adolescentes.

• Infórmese sobre los recursos disponibles en su
  comunidad.

Las Classes serán VIA GOOGLE MEET: LOS MARTES ----- Enero- 13, 20, 27 & Febrero - 3, 10 y 17

Sesión de la mañana: 9:00 AM-10:30 AM

Sesión de la tarde: 6:00 PM-7:30 PM

Por favor haga click en el link de inscripción, para inscribirse Link de Inscripción

Para mas información comuníquese con su Coordinadora de Familias de su Escuela Mrs. Arellano-Perez. (joarellano@eusd.org) OH Ext: 26827

Rincon Middle School PTSA is selling Spirit Wear! Don’t miss out—Order your BULLDOGS B.A.R.K. apparel today! Please return order forms with payment. Orders will be delivered to student’s Advisory or first period teacher and or the student/ parent can pick up from the Snack Shack window.

1. Hoodie $30
2. T-shirt $15
3. Long Sleeve (Limited Edition) $15
4. Baseball Style Shirt (Limited Amount) $20
5. Hat (Limited Amount) $10

Click here to place your spirit wear order

Monday, January 12

AVID rocks! Wear college gear.

Tuesday, January 13

PTSA Executive Board Meeting, 7:00 P.M. / virtual

Wednesday, January 14

Lunch bunch during both lunches

Tikiz Ice sold after school

Thursday, January 15

Parent Presentation, 2.0 or below 8:30 a.m.

BARK Mart open during both lunches

PLAYPASS in the MPR, both lunches

PTSA Snack shack open after school

Parent Presentation, 2.0 or below 1:00 p.m.

Friday, January 16

End of T2 Progress Report
Career Day Fair during lunches
Perfect Attendance Celebration, Hot Cocoa 2:20 p.m. MPR

PTSA Snack shack open after school

Monday, January 19

Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday / No School