Monday Message
October 6, 2025
Charleston Wrap Fundraiser
We need your participation!
Help ASB with a schoolwide fundraising campaign that starts now. Every Mt. Everest student can take part and win prizes! Every purchase gives 30-40% back to ASB. ASB supports school events and activities for all students K-12.
Just register, and help us out by sharing with friends and family—encourage them to shop our fundraising online catalog so we can all succeed together! Participant prize competition ends Friday, October 10th.
Box Tops for Education
An opportunity for your little purchases to make a BIGGER difference for our school is coming. National Box Top Week is October 13 to October 19! It is the biggest earning opportunity of the year when all products earn double Box Tops. Plus, there are other amazing bonus offers in October. (See poster)
Want to learn more about the program? Check this video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ME-thimmcs8) to learn how to support our programs through everyday shopping.
Your little purchases can make a BIG difference for our school. Check out the video to learn how to support our programs through everyday shopping.
Elementary Dance & Middle School Social- Oct. 9
K-8 students, get ready for a day of fun, dancing, and laughter at our Fall Ball Dance and Social on Thursday, October 9th.
- Elementary students, join us for a Family Dance from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. All students must be accompanied by a parent, and siblings are welcome to join in the fun.
- Middle Schoolers can hit the dance floor, socialize with friends, and enjoy some games at the Fall Social from 3:15 PM to 4:30 PM. Come play the "Guess How Many" game and win the prize!
- We'll keep everyone energized with some light refreshments and endless fun.
- All students please complete this RSVP form to reserve your spot. Middle schoolers will also find their permission slips linked inside.
This Week is Banned Books Week! Oct. 5-11
Secondary Students: Fight censorship and find inspiration! Come to the library this week to check out Ms. Iwamoto's banned books display. Check out a book today. Read. Think. Expand your Mind.
MEA Blood Drive- Oct. 16
Help save a life! Please consider donating blood at our MEA Blood Drive Event on October 16th from 9am-2:30pm. Parents, families, community members and students 17+ are encouraged to make an appointment. All donors will receive a special gift! See the attached flyer (QR Code) to make an appointment! Please share!
Join our Kindness Chain!
🌼 Next Week: Tue, Wed, and Thurs during lunch
Stop by the table in front of the auditorium and help us spread a little joy. Write something kind about yourself or someone else on a slip of paper — every note will be added to our growing kindness chain! At the end of the week, we’ll link them all together and hang the finished chain in the auditorium as a reminder of the good we share. 💛
For more information, email ASB.
🍁 Mt. Everest Academy’s Fall Festival 🍁
🎉 MEA ASB is proud to present the Fall Festival on Thursday, October 23rd from 2 - 4pm. Join in the fun for a variety of games and booths for all ages including Teacher Dunk Chair, Musical Chairs, Pumpkin Painting, Cookie Decorating, Axe Throwing, Cornhole, Ring Toss, Henna Art & Tattoos.
NEW this year: Inflatable Hungry Hippo Bungee Challenge suitable for kids (ages 8+) and adults, FREE snacks and a special craft table where you can create a Dia de los Muertos nicho!
🍂 Celebrate fall with games, free food, music, activities, and fun for all ages! Students, get your $5 wristband ticket today! Parents are welcome and parents should accompany students in grades K-5. We look forward to seeing everyone there!
Special note for MEA Club Leaders: Email mea.asb.leadership@gmail.com ASAP if you want to have a custom booth at the Fall Festival for your club!
Winnie-the-Pooh’s Pot o’ Honey Play
Winnie-the-Pooh, the beloved silly old bear, visits Rabbit and eats so much he has to stay for a week, helps Eeyore find a lost tail with the thoughtful help from Owl, goes hunting Woozels with Piglet, and attempts to take some honey while in disguise as a little black rain cloud. With the help of Christopher Robin at every turn, Pooh has many adventures and promises to warm your heart.
Teddy Bear Picnic to follow in the elementary area. (Bring your own lunch and favorite stuffy.)
Who? Grades K-12 welcome.
When? Nov. 7 , 10 am
Where? In the auditorium.
For more information, please email rfinney@sandi.net
Ink and Insight Readers (Grades 4-5)
Love reading? 4th and 5th grade students are invited to join our engaging Elementary Reading Program "Ink and Insights".
During our meetings we will discuss grade appropriate Newberry Award winning books.
When: Wednesdays (biweekly) starting 09/17/25 at 12:00-12:30pm
Where: Elementary Playground
Elementary PE (Grades 2-5)
We are thrilled to offer an elementary level physical education class again this year! Whether you are a student eager to stay active with classmates and friends, looking for a safe way to learn a new sport, and/or looking to have some fun, MEA PE is the class for you!
PE Enrichment is not just about physical activity, it's about fostering a lifelong love for movement, teamwork, and healthy living. Our mission is to create an environment where every student can thrive physically, socially, and mentally. For more information and how to sign up see the MEA 2-5 site here.
Music with Mr. Johnson (K-8)
Classes with Mr. Johnson have started! All students K-8 are welcome to join. Please see the new music class schedule here.
Students in grades 10-12 are welcome to apply for MEA's Chapter of the National Honor Society. Applicants must have been enrolled for a full semester at MEA prior to the application deadline and have a current GPA of 3.5 or higher. There is no cost to apply, and students who are inducted may gain access to NHS scholarship opportunities.
Please complete the NHS Application by October 24th. (MUST open with your sandi.net account) If you have any question, please see or email Mr. Cate.
Note: Students who've already been accepted into MEA NHS need not reapply.
State Seal of Civic Engagement
In September 2020, California introduced a way for sophomores, juniors and seniors to earn a special recognition called the State Seal of Civic Engagement. If you qualify and complete a civic engagement project, you’ll get a special seal on your diploma that shows your dedication and achievement on applications for colleges and career education programs.
Learn more about how to apply and earn the Seal.
Applications for the Fall Semester are due 12/19/25.
Please reach out to Mr. Cate (acate1@sandi.net) for any questions.
Our tutoring center/study hall formerly known as PALS has gotten a glow up and a new name! BASE Camp is a great place for:
- students to receive tutoring from older students
- students to work on group/collaborative projects
- students to work on their own or with a friend
BASE Camp will be available in the auditorium:
- Wednesdays 12:30-2:30
- Thursdays 9:30 - 11:30
BASE Camp has moved Fridays! Now we get to share a room with Mr. Meyer!
- Fridays 9-11:30
Parents/Guardians of students in grades K-5 should complete the CHECK-IN form when signing your student in at BASE Camp so tutors can best support your student.
For more information about BASE Camp, check out the BASE Camp website.
Purchase Your Yearbook
The yearbook crew is busy capturing all the best moments of the year — just for you! Snag your copy now for only $35.27 — our 10% discount has been extended through Oct. 31!
🌱 MEA Wellness Committee – Seeking Parents & Students! 🌱
Join our School Site Wellness Committee to share ideas and help guide our next wellness focus. Past initiatives have earned us America’s Healthiest Schools recognition year after year!
The committee includes teachers, staff, parents, students, and community members, who advise, advocate and take action on our school’s health and wellness initiatives.
We meet just four times a year (schedule TBD).
Your voice can make a difference—come help our community thrive! 🌟
Please email committee chairperson Rachel Finney if you are interested in joining us.
Leader in Me
This school year our whole school will be focusing on Leader in Me and the 7 Habits of highly effective kids and teens. Check the Monday Message each month for the monthly focus and what you can do at home to support your child.
During month 3, we are zeroing in on Habit 2, Beginning with the End in Mind. Students will be able to describe their personal values and create a long term goal and short term steps needed to accomplish their goal.
The elementary classes and the AVID classes are doing lessons with your students in class and assigned at home.
Here is a link to family activities you can incorporate into your home.
Pronto Passes
Papa John's Fundraiser (Online through 12/30/25)
Dining for Dollars: Papa John's Restaurant chain has an online fundraising code that will save you money on regular priced items and raise money for MEA. You can use this promo code: MTEVEREST, any time of day in most Papa Johns' locations in San Diego County. See the flyer for details.
College Fair - Oct. 16
Explore Solutions will be host their annual College Showcase on Th.,Oct. 16. This is a great event for families beginning to explore the many options available in higher ed. Make your visit more meaningful by previewing the list of participating colleges and plan which tables you'll target during your visit. Learn more about making the most of your time at college fairs.
When: Thursday, October 16th, 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Where: Scripps Ranch High School Gym/ 10410 Falcon Way/ San Diego /92131
Participating Colleges: Over 90 institutions, including many UC & CSU campuses, as well as private, small, midsize, and large universities from across California and the United States.
