FELICITA FAMILY NEWS

👋 Hello Bobcat Families,

I hope your child had a great 1st week back!

❤️ Mrs. Higginbotham

We have had an overwhelming number of students not get picked up on time and have to wait in the front office. Please be sure to pick-up your child on time.

If you arrive late, you will need to show a valid photo ID to pick up your child from the office. The following are acceptable forms of identification:

• A valid state-issued driver’s license;
• A valid state-issued identification card;
• A valid United States passport;
• A valid foreign passport;
• A valid foreign resident identification card;
• A valid permanent resident alien card; or
• A valid military identification card.

Thank you!

Please be sure to follow ALL parking lot rules as directed by staff. If your child is not out at the gate and ready to go, you may be asked to move and do another lap to keep the flow of traffic moving. The upper grade lot does not have room for a passing lane.

Also, for the safety of our TK + Kinder students, we ask that you park and walk up to pick up your child. We cannot release a child into the street. Thank you for your understanding.

The 2025-2026 New Student Enrollment form for TK, K, and Sped Pre-K is now open. Families can enroll by going to our EUSD website and navigating to our New Student Enrollment 2025-2026 page. This is the best opportunity to enroll siblings into TK or K. Spaces fill up fast! If you need any further assistance please contact the front office to make an appointment.

Our EUSD partner, Nature Collective, is hosting the Wings Over Wetlands family festival on January 25th at the San Elijo Lagoon. Bird Tours will occur at 10:15 am and 11:30 am. Bring the whole family to enjoy activities for all ages, live animal presentations, face painting, crafts, and much more! Space is limited, so be sure to register early. For more details and to secure your spot, click on the link below. We hope to see you there!

Wings Over Wetlands Festival - information and registration

Did you know Mondays are our LOWEST attendance day? Let's help improve this school-wide goal to increase attendance on Mondays! We will be having special competitions on Mondays. Please make your best efforts to help send your students to school on this day!

Help us reach our attendance goal of 94% average daily attendance!

Regular student attendance plays a critical role in our collective mission to ensure every student achieves their fullest potential.

Why Attendance Should Be a Top Priority:

1. Academic Achievement: Regular attendance is fundamental to student success. Each school day is a building block in the learning process. Consistent attendance helps students keep up with coursework, understand key concepts, and perform better academically.

2. Social and Emotional Development: School is a place where students develop crucial social skills and emotional resilience. Frequent absences can hinder their ability to form strong relationships with peers and teachers, impacting their overall development.

3. Future Opportunities: Consistent attendance is linked to higher graduation rates and better long-term outcomes, including higher education and career prospects. By prioritizing attendance, we are directly contributing to students' future success.

4. School Culture: Regular attendance fosters a positive school culture and enhances the learning environment for everyone. It creates a sense of community and ensures that all students have equal access to the resources and support they need.

Congrats to all the attendance winner for Ms. Lyon with 95% average daily attendance!

Honorable mentions: Ms. Haas, Ms. Mendoza, Ms. Hodge, and Ms. Stepan with 94% average daily attendance.

Great job Bobcats!

For the month of January we will focus on who has the least amount of tardies. Arrive before 8! 🕗

Remember, every MOMENT of every day counts!

JANUARY

1/14 Fire/Lockdown Drill 🔥

1/15 PTA Raising Cane's Dine Out🍴

1/15 Student Council Meeting

1/15 “Parent Technology Workshop: How to Use the iPad” @ 8:15 AM + 6 PM in the MPR

1/16 CSAC Meeting

1/20 MLK Jr. Day, No School

1/24 ELAC Meeting 8:15 AM in Room 28

1/28 1st Grade Family Day Lunch at 12:30

1/28 Dr. Philyaw, Deputy Superintendent, Felicita Site Visit

1/29 PTA Meeting

1/29 Student Council Meeting

1/31 Coffee w/the Principal 8:15 MPR

FEBRUARY

2/5 Writing Celebration 📝

2/6 Dr. Ibarra, Superintendent, Felicita Site Visit

2/7 ROAR Assembly 🚩

2/11 5th Grade Field Trip to San Elijo Lagoon

2/12 School Site Council

2/14 No School

2/17 No School Presidents' Day

2/19 ReDesign Team Meeting

2/27 CSAC Meeting

2/28 End of Trimester 2

2/28 Coffee with the Principal ☕🤎

EUSD Printable School Calendars

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Teaming up for the Success of Every Learner!