Rincon Community News #30

Greetings Rincon Community,

I hope this message finds you well and are ready to spring forward.

I wanted to take a moment to celebrate our amazing AVID students and their recent achievements. They have been working incredibly hard to prepare for the future, and it's inspiring to see their dedication.

This past week, our 7th and 8th grade AVID students hosted college-driven events, providing their peers with invaluable opportunities to explore educational and career pathways. They culminated these efforts with a spectacular college fair in our MPR during the day and at night hosted it for our families, showcasing the breadth of their aspirations and preparation. Congratulations to our AVID students for their leadership and hard work! And a very special shout-out to Mr. Yates for leading our learners.

As we approach the end of the second trimester, I'd like to remind you that the trimester two Award breakfasts are scheduled this week. See the schedule below! This is a great opportunity for students to connect and enjoy a a special time with their families and feel celebrated. Families that received the invitation, please make sure to RSVP to the link received.

With the third trimester now underway, we encourage you to maintain the momentum. Monitoring progress is vital to ensuring all students stay on track for academic success. We urge you to actively check your child's progress, communicate with their teachers, and utilize available resources to support their learning at home.

Our goal is to foster a strong partnership between home and school. We believe that when we work together, we can achieve even greater outcomes for our students. Your active involvement in your learner's education makes a significant difference.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. Let’s finish this trimester strong

Together, we can make this a fantastic year for our students! Together we are better in setting up our Bulldogs up to B.A.R.K (Believe, Achieve, Respect, and Kindness) for success!

With gratitude,

Principal Meglich

It's that time to recognize our Bulldog scholars for academic achievement trimester 2.

Principal Breakfast of Champions 7:30 a.m. - 8:15 a.m. in the MPR

8th Grade Scholars and families - Tuesday, March 10

7th Grade Scholars and families - Wednesday, March 11

6th Grade Scholars and families - Friday, March 13

Bronze recognition for 3.0 - 3.4 grade point average, G.P.A.

Silver recognition for 3.5 - 3.9 grade point average, G.P.A.

Gold recognition for 4.0 grade point average, G.P.A.

Our grade level B.A.R.K. scholars and citizens will also be announced at this event.

Award recipients will receive a special invitation. Make sure to RSVP.

We are excited to welcome Miss Petrini to our Rincon team of amazing teachers. Miss Petrini will lead a Drama elective class this trimester. This is a new and exciting opportunity for our learners to experience this type of performing arts.

Here is a little about Miss Petrini.

Hi there! I am Tabitha Petrini and I am excited to start as the Theater teacher for Rincon middle school. My career spans the fields of education, high-end hospitality, and dramatic acting. My professional life has been dedicated to delivering meaningful, people-centered experiences within collaborative team structures. During my six years with Young Storytellers, I coordinated and executed a comprehensive youth storytelling program over the course of 12 semesters. As an accomplished actor, I possess strong communication skills and a proven ability to work effectively under pressure. I am recognized for consistently bringing a gravitas and depth to my creative projects. My passion lies in connecting with people and creating impactful, seamless experiences—whether that’s on a film set or within a classroom. I'm eager to bring these skills to Rincon middle school and connect students with the joys of Theater! She can be reached at tpetrini@eusd.org.

Soccer Evaluation

• March 19th: Boys Tryouts

• 8th Grade: 2pm

• 7th Grade: 3pm

• 6th Grade: 4pm

• March 20th:

• 7th/8th Grade girls: 3pm

• 6th Grade girls: 4pm

Registration forms to be filled out before tryouts. .Forms are available in the front office and at room 20.

For more information, contact Max Hutchinson 619-971-8027, Rincom@SDYOUTH.ORG

PTSA Pollo Loco Fundraiser

Please come and enjoy a meal at Pollo Loco to support the Rincon PTSA on Thursday, March 12th from 10AM to 10PM!

40% of the sales will be donated back to the Rincon Middle School PTSA

The participating Chick-fil-A is located at 350 W El Norte Parkway, Escondido, CA 92026.

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at Rincon Unleashed! This isn’t just any school orientation; it’s your chance to dive into the vibrant life of a middle schooler!

Our future bulldogs are invited on April 17 from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM

for an action-packed afternoon.

What's in store?

• Experience a thrilling welcome rally!

• Discover the exciting electives available!

• Unravel the mysteries of PE and our locker rooms!

• Connect with our amazing ASB and WEB leaders, who will guide you every step of the way!

All incoming students will be bused in, making it easy to jump right into the fun. By the end of the day, you’ll be well-informed about what Rincon has to offer and envision yourself as a proud Rincon Bulldog!

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to meet new friends and see what your future holds. QR LINK- Click here to hear what our students are saying!

Let’s unleash the excitement together!

Please consider being a member of our Rincon PTSA. Your membership support this leadership group in achieving goals this year. Or click here to join PTSA

A portion of every membership goes right back to our students. Please join today!

PTSA is looking for parents interested in being part of the PTSA board for the school year 2026-2027! This is a wonderful opportunity to support our students, collaborate with staff, and help plan meaningful events and programs that benefit our school community.

We are looking to fill several positions and welcome anyone who is interested in making a positive impact. No prior experience is necessary—just a willingness to help and be part of a team!

If you are interested in serving on the PTSA Board or would like more information about available roles and responsibilities, please contact us at your earliest convenience.

These are the current positions available:

• President
• VP
• Secretary
• Historian
• Parliamentarian

PTSA- Snack Shack is OPEN every day after school. ALL items are $1

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

Parent to Parent: Connecting and Growing Together

Join Screening to Care for a series of 4 sessions called “Parent to Parent”, an inviting class to help navigate the joys and challenges of raising a middle schooler.

Real world tips & support from fellow parents with lived experience parenting teens.

All EUSD middle school parents are welcome!

Topics Include:

• Teen development and behavior

• Violence prevention in youth

• Nutritional needs during the teen years

• Parental self-care and stress management

When:

Every Wednesday
March 11, 2026 – April 1, 2026
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM

Where:

Conway Academy of Expeditionary Learning
1325 Conway Dr., Escondido, CA 92027
Room 5

Free coffee and pastries
Win raffle prizes

RSVP to secure your spot by scanning the QR code or use this LINK

(Vista Hill Parent to Parent )

If you have any questions, please call:
760-258-4780

(Logos at the bottom include Live Well San Diego, County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency, and Vista Hill.)

Monday, March 9

AVID Rocks, wear college swag

Neighborhood Healthcare on campus 8:00 a.m.
6 - 9pm Boys & Girls Club Basketball Games 7th & 8th

Tuesday, March 10

8th grade trimester 2 Award Breakfast 7:30 - 8:15 am.
Community School Principal Meeting 1:00 p.m.
6 - 9 pm Boys & Girls Club Basketball Games 6th & 8th
PTSA Executive Board Meeting 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, March 11

7tth grade trimester 2 Award Breakfast 7:30 - 8:15 am.
Lunch Bunch- both lunches in the library
6 - 9 pm Boys & Girls Club Basketball Games 6th & 7th

Thursday, March 12

B.A.R.K Mart Open during lunches

PTSA El Pollo Loco Fundraiser
Academic Lunch Drop Ins / Sanz & Jimenez 10:40 am - 11:40 am
Tikiz Ice after school
6 - 9 pm Boys & Girls Club Basketball Games 6th, 7th, 8th

Friday, March 13

6th grade trimester 2 Award Breakfast 7:30 - 8:15 am

Spirit Day – Friday, Mar 13: Positive Words Day

(Our words have power! Wear shirts with positive messages or stickers)

PTSA Snack shack open after school
6 - 9 pm Boys & Girls Club Basketball Games 6th, 7th, 8

Saturday, March 7

Spring Rugby Begins (Schedule here)

Saturday, March 28

Stem Challenge Day At Rincon

Tuesday, March 31

The Middle School Band Concert at CCAE by 5:30