Week 21

The Magnet Merit Award is a national recognition program by Magnet Schools of America (MSA) honoring magnet schools for academic excellence, innovative curriculum, diversity, and strong community involvement, with top honors like "Magnet School of Excellence" and "Magnet School of Distinction."

Winning the Magnet Merit Award recognizes our school's strong commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and high-quality programming. It means external reviewers evaluated our curriculum, teaching, and student outcomes and found them exemplary! This is confirmation that our school provides rigorous, focused learning opportunities that prepare students for future success. This award also raises our school’s visibility, attracting more resources, talented teachers, and community partnerships that benefit students. For families, it’s a sign that your child is learning in an environment that values high expectations, creativity, and continuous improvement, something to be proud of and to support.

This year our Environmental Science Magnet program earned the Magnet School of America Excellence Award. The Magnet School of Excellence is the top merit award category and is only awarded to a select group of magnet schools. Way to Go!

Our gifted magnet program applied for the first time ever and we earned the Magnet School of American Distinction Award. The Magnet School of Distinction is the second-highest award of recognition. We are proud of this honor and will aim to be crowned with excellence in 2027.

Using Leader in Me — Habit 3 (Put First Things First) at Home

Habit 3 teaches prioritizing important tasks over urgent distractions. Here’s a simple, practical guide parents can use.

Why it helps

• Builds time‑management and self‑discipline.
• Reduces family stress by making expectations clear.
• Teaches children to choose long‑term goals (schoolwork, sleep) over short‑term urges (screens, snacks).

Quick steps to implement

• Explain the idea simply: “Do the important things first — the things that help you grow.” Use age‑appropriate language.
• Create a family calendar: Record schoolwork, activities, chores, and family time. Make it visible (fridge or shared app).
• Teach a daily plan: Each morning (or night), have your child list 1–3 important priorities for the day (homework, practice, reading).
• Use a “Big Rocks” routine: Show with jars or boxes—place big rocks (priorities) first, then pebbles (regular tasks), then sand (fun distractions). Demonstrate how skipping rocks makes a mess.
• Set predictable routines: Design consistent blocks for homework, chores, free time, and sleep. Routines reduce decision fatigue.
• Establish a “First Things First” checklist: Visual checklist near study space with steps like: 1) Materials ready, 2) Homework first, 3) Break, 4) Chore, 5) Screen time.
• Model the habit: Parents narrate priorities (“I’ll finish this report first, then play a game with you.”).
• Teach time estimation: Ask, “How long will that take?” Use timers to build awareness and focus.
• Use brief planning meetings: 2–3 minute nightly check‑ins to review priorities and celebrate progress.
• Problem‑solve together: If priorities aren’t happening, ask what’s getting in the way and plan adjustments (shorter work chunks, quieter space).
• Celebrate follow‑through: Praise effort and specific choices (“I noticed you started homework before your game — great planning!”).

A message from our Career Day Committee:

Multnomah is excited to host our upcoming Career Day, and we would love your participation! We invite parents, alumni, and community professionals to share your career, experiences, and a “day in the life” with our students. All careers are welcome. Your story can inspire curiosity, build confidence, and help students dream big. Whether you are a nurse, mechanic, firefighter, police officer, writer, actor, or work in another field, we would love to hear from you. Thank you for supporting our students and helping them see the many paths their futures can take. If you are interested in participating, please complete the survey below. 😎

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Families, we are excited to kick off Multnomah’s Annual Science Fair! Participating in a science fair gives children a fun, hands-on way to explore their curiosity and build confidence. It helps them practice asking questions, planning experiments, and explaining their ideas. These skills boost critical thinking and communication. Science fairs also encourage perseverance as students try, revise, and improve their projects, and they create opportunities for positive parent/child teamwork and pride. Finally, seeing their work displayed and celebrated with classmates can spark a lasting love of learning and science. So if it's optional for your student, I strongly encourage you to participate anyways! All projects will be showcased in the MPR and on exhibit for Science Night on March 19th.

Optional Informational Zoom

Thursday, February 5th

6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Zoom link
Meeting ID: 821 7225 0134

Science Fair Project Proposals DUE

Friday, February 20th

3:00 pm
**No late submissions will be accepted**

Families who already know their child’s project may submit the proposal using this link.

The 2026 Science Fair Rubric can be found here.

Thank you for your continued support, on behalf of the GiftedMagnet teachers. ☺️

Health & Wellness Festival | Dodger Stadium
Saturday • February 14, 2026 • 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Join us this Valentine’s Day at Dodger’s Stadium to celebrate love, unity, and resilience.

All proceeds empower essential mental health and wellness services within our fire-recovery zones.

However, free 5K Registration for LAUSD students, parents, and staff.

Community members $25.00

You can expect…

• Running/Walking Course
• Free Dental Screenings at the L.A. Trust Tooth Fairy Event
• Health/Nutrition Booths
• Fitness/Dance Classes
• Live Entertainment
• Special Guest Appearances
• Opportunity Drawing and Giveaways

Calling all runners! Students who register may also take part in the Kiddie Fun Zone from 7am-11am which includes: Carnival Games / Airbrush Tattoos / Petting Zoo (with Ponies this year in honor of the Year of the Horse) / Arts & Crafts activities / freebies and giveaways.

Firecracker Events are In Person and Virtual

• Celebrating 48 years with the Year of the Horse!
• Run/walk in historic Los Angeles Chinatown in person or virtually in a course near you
• Proceeds from the events are donated to local elementary schools and non-profit organizations

RUN/WALK FINISHERS WILL RECEIVE

• Ultra-soft commemorative short sleeve t-shirt
• Goodie Bag
• Finisher Medal

This year, the run will host:

• Kiddie Run,
• 1 km race for youth ages 5–12

Additional details can also be found on their website: https://firecracker10k.org/.

• Multnomah Monday!
• Wear your Multnomah gear!
• Esports with Ms. Ramirez/Ms. Perez 2:40-4:00
• Monday's Group

• Dance Classes (Perez, Yap, Galvez, Quezada)
• EnrichLA (Gonzalez, Santana, Kim)
• Early Dismissal @ 1:28 pm
• Chorus @1:30
• Ukelele @ 2:30

• Program Wednesday!
• Wear your program shirts and/or colors
  
• We will be taking a program-wide photo
• Orchestra! Don't forget your instruments!
  
• EnrichLA (Galvez, Aguilar, Fernandez)
• Intervention with Ms. Ramos/Ms. Borja 2:40-3:30
• Esports with Ms. Ramirez/Ms. Perez 2:40-4:00
• Wednesday's Group

• Earthquake Drill (Drop/Cover only, no evacuation)
• Theater with Mr. Pascal (Yap, Oran, Gutierrez, Ramirez, Ramos)
• Intervention with Ms. Ramos/Ms. Borja 2:40-3:30

• Fire Drill in the morning
• Art with Mr. Rodriguez (Dominguez, Perez, Ortega, Quezada, Quinones)
• Enrichment: Dance Team with Ms. Jennifer/Mrs. Gonzalez @ 2:40-3:30
• Enrichment: Fossil Frenzy with Ms. Ramos @ 2:40-3:40