Monday Message

Tuesday, Sept. 30

• 8- 10:40 Music classes, B-15.
• 8:30- 9:15 Coop Group
• 12:30 - 1:15 Elementary Art , MakerSpace.

• 12:30-2:30 Base Camp tutoring , Auditorium.

Thursday, Oct. 2

• 9:30-11:30 Base Camp tutoring - Auditorium.
• 12:30 - 2:20 Latin Rhythms Workshop, Auditorium. (details below)

Friday, Oct. 3

• End of Month 2- Work Due
• 9-11:30 Base Camp Tutoring- NOTE: NEW location Fridays- Rm. 2
• 10-12 D&D Quest, Auditorium.

Upcoming Events

• Oct 6 PSAT at MEA, 8 am
• Oct. 7- 9 Spirit Week
• Oct 9 - Elementary Dance & Middle School Social
• Oct. 13 - School closed
• Oct. 16 MEA Community Blood Drive

Join us for an engaging and interactive Latin Rhythms Workshop!
Students will explore Latin American percussion traditions with congas, bongos, maracas, and guiros-then create their own rhythms!

Thursday, October 2nd in the auditorium
Grades K-5: 12:30-1:20pm
Grades 6-12: 1:30-2:20 pm

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

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.

The PSAT will be administered on campus next Monday, October 6 at 8 am to all juniors who signed up. Be sure to download the Bluebook app in advance. Bring your Chromebook on test day. Read more about what to expect for the PSAT here. Good luck to you all!

Join in the fun and show your school spirit all week.

When: Month 3, Week 1.
Tuesday 10/7 (Hat Day) Wear hats
Wednesday 10/8 (Twin Day) Match with someone
Thursday 10/9 (Formal Wear Day) Wear something formal

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.

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!

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.

We are looking for students in grades 5-12 interested in joining the Student Lighthouse Team (aka Principal Advisory Committee) for the 2025-26 school year! We will kick off this year with a leadership workshop and planning meeting with our AMAZING Coach Erica Goodridge from Franklin Covey this Monday Oct. 6 from 12:30-2:30.

The Student Lighthouse Team is a student leadership group on campus who acts as an Advisory Committee to the Principal. The Lighthouse Team attends leadership workshops throughout the year led by our Franklin Covey Coach, Erica Goodridge and reviews input from students and families to make improvements at our school and design and coordinate one major project each year. Past projects include campus beautification including multiple murals, redesigning the lunch court, and organizing community-wide events and activities.

Please email Principal Browne at cbrowne@sandi.net if you plan to attend or would like more information.

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

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.

Classes with Mr. Johnson have started! All students K-8 are welcome to join. Please see the new music class schedule here.

Thank you to all who attended our first SSC meeting of the year on Tuesday 9/17. Please see the latest news from SSC and SGT on the school website, including new committee members, as well as the Parent & Family Engagement Policy and Home School Compact.

All parents and students are invited to attend the School Site Committee (SSC) meeting. The SSC is a shared decision-making body composed of parents, staff, and students. Our Council identifies needs for academic programs and sets budgets to support these programs.

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.

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.

Lost a water bottle? Hoodie? Lunchbox? Lost and found items need their home! Please take a moment to check out the cart in front of school if you are missing any items. Items will be donated after October 10.

This year’s yearbook staff is ready to create a memorable yearbook for you!

Grab Your Copy Today!

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.

This school year our school will continue to focus 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 2, we are zeroing in on Habit 1, Be Proactive. Student will be able to explain the value of a growth mindset and the importance of focusing on their Circle of Control.

The elementary classes and MS 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.

We're excited to announce that Mr. Spiegelberg will be leading a group of students on a once‐in‐a‐lifetime educational tour to Switzerland, Bavaria & Austria in the spring of 2026. This trip offers a wealth of opportunities for learning outside the classroom and personal growth. Please go to the following website to see trip information, itinerary details, and to enroll for our trip.

If you are a student who would like to receive the Monday Message via text, simply fill out the form below, and we’ll add your cell number to our contact list.

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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.

The San Diego Museum of Art reached out to us to invite us to their "Family Art Adventures" which are dynamic free guided tours specially designed for families with school-aged children ages 5 to 12. Tours are offered the first and third Saturdays of each month at 10:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Family tour themes change monthly, and each family tour is followed by a hands-on art-making activity. All materials are provided. Free with Museum admission. Please see the SDMA website for more information and to RSVP.

Did you know that Sudden Cardiac Arrest is the #1 cause of death in school aged children in the US? Heart screenings can help prevent this tragedy!

The Eric Paredes Save a Life Foundation is offering FREE Heart Screenings for young people aged 12-25 at Hoover High School on October 5th. Licensed Cardiologists will offer ECG and potential echocardiogram (if necessary). You must sign up, but the screening is free of charge! (You must make an appointment and bring the permission slip). Check out the website for more details.

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.

If you are seeking opportunities to connect, engage, and with other families in the MEA Community, we invite you to explore the private electronic bulletin board. We encourage you to share any local activities or events that you and fellow MEA students and families may enjoy together. Please note that these activities are not sponsored by Mt. Everest Academy.

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