Escalona Weekly Newsletter

Monday, November 2nd

• Drop Everything and Read (DEAR) — First 10 min. of school📚
• TK–2nd Grade Dual Language Día de los Muertos Celebration🌼💀

Wednesday, November 4th

• College or Trade Shirt Spirit Wear Day
• 💙🦅A Special Evening with Dr. Siggie! 💻 Join us on Zoom from 6–7 p.m. See details below!✨

Friday, November 6th

• 📚Student-Free Day – No School!🏫

• Elementary Report Cards Professional Development Day

Escalona families, we have some exciting news! Dr. Siggie is coming back! 🎉 We are thrilled to welcome back Dr. Siggie Cohen, a renowned child development specialist and parenting expert, for another wonderful evening of conversation with our families! Known as the "Child Whisperer," Dr. Siggie brings over 35 years of experience helping families better understand children's emotions, behaviors, and development. This is a fantastic opportunity to hear directly from an expert, ask questions, and gain practical strategies to support your children at home. Whether you're navigating big emotions, challenging behaviors, or simply looking for ways to better connect with your child, this conversation is for you!

📅 Wednesday, November 4

⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM

💻 Live on Zoom — join from the comfort of your home!

We encourage all our Escalona families to join us and take advantage of this special opportunity. Please help us spread the word! We can't wait to see you there! 💙🦅 📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to join the conversation!

Lace up your running or walking shoes and join our Escalona Eagles Team for the NLMUSD Wellness Committee’s 2nd Annual 5K Run & Walk!

📅 Saturday, March 6, 2027
⏰ 8:00 AM
📍 La Mirada High School

Let's come together as an Escalona community for a fun morning of fitness, school spirit, and supporting a great cause! 100% of the proceeds will go toward student scholarships. All fitness levels are welcome—run or walk at your own pace!

💙 Team Name: Escalona Eagles
💛 Team Password: Eagles2027!

Scan the QR code on the flyer to register and join our team. We hope to see our Escalona families and staff there! Go Eagles!

Hello, Eagle Families! November is all about Responsibility! 🌟 We're reminding our Eagles that being responsible means making good choices, following through, and taking ownership of their actions. 🏡 Families, you can help by encouraging simple daily habits like getting backpacks ready, completing homework, arriving at school on time, helping with chores, and taking care of personal belongings. Most importantly, celebrate those moments when your child shows responsibility without being reminded! Small habits make a big difference! Let's keep working together to help our Eagles grow into responsible, confident learners.💙🦅

A little kindness and understanding can go a long way. We all see things differently, and that's okay. What matters is that we take time to listen, give each other a chance, and remember that everyone deserves to feel heard and valued.💙

Our October Interactive Math Wall is up, and this month's challenge is extra special! Thanks to our amazing Math Mentor, Mr. Brown, and our student mathematicians who helped co-create this month's challenge! How cool is that? 🎉 We encourage families to join the fun and try the math challenges at home! Students who wish to participate can complete a student answer form and submit their creative solutions. At the end of the month, we'll recognize our most creative math thinkers with a special Math Award! 🏆 Let's keep building our math minds, Eagles! 💙🔢

We still have a few items waiting to be claimed at the front of the school. Please encourage your child to check for any missing belongings before we head into break. All unclaimed items will be donated after the break. Thank you for helping us keep our Lost & Found under control! 💙🦅

We encourage you to read the student handbook and other important information with your child. This helps everyone understand our school’s rules, policies, and the resources available to support your child’s success. Let’s work together to make this a great school year.

Click the link below to access the handbook.

Daily attendance is key to student success. If your child will be absent, please call the office at (562) 210‑2745 or use the link below to notify our attendance clerk.

Click here to report your student's absence

All students receive free, nutritious meals for morning snack and lunch. Families are also welcome to pack their own food, but please remember that Escalona is a nut‑free campus due to severe allergies. Our menu is designed to be well‑balanced and support your child’s learning and growth, with options for different dietary needs. Click the link below to see this month’s menu.

Our local library offers amazing programs, contests, and resources for students and families all year long. Click the link to explore what’s available:

If you haven't already, please consider joining the P.T.A. by clicking here https://jointotem.com/ca/la-mirada/escalona-elementary-pta. The PTA is a tremendous source of support for our students and the programs and initiatives at Escalona. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Vision

Escalona fosters curiosity, confidence, and community by creating a safe, respectful, and responsible place where every child can succeed.

Mission

Our mission is to inspire students to think, collaborate, and do their best while building knowledge, character, and confidence for life.

Dr. Nnenna Okpara

15135 Escalona

La Mirada, CA 90638

Phone: (562) 210-2745