Monday Message
November 2, 2026
🎊 MEA ASB is proud to announce the return of the annual Fall Festival on Thursday, November 5th from 2-4 p.m.! We invite students and parents of all grades to join us for fall themed activities, food, music, and games! We’ll be bringing back the Teacher Dunk Chair, Musical Numbers, and new this year The Ultimate Game Truck and Inflatable Basketball Game!
Please note, parents need to accompany their students in grades K-5. We look forward to seeing everyone there!
How to buy tickets:
The price for admission for students is $8 prior, $10 day of. Tickets are only available online—no cash accepted. Purchase your ticket today
Parents if you would like to volunteer or provide donations for the Fall Festival sign up or email Karen Krampe
Ms. Shannon will be hosting the workshop in the Makerspace BETWEEN 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, Nov 12 (please arrive by 1:30 p.m. to be able to start and finish a pumpkin). One pumpkin per student please.
*Grades K-5 students must be accompanied by an adult guardian.
Hello students of MEA, it is time for the second fundraiser of the year, See's Candies! This is a chance to obtain some delicious treats for the upcoming holidays and support our school at the same time. Remember that people outside of the school can also chip in and get some candy, so alert your friends and family with a sweet tooth!
Students will receive info packets from their teachers. Family and friends can place orders online or using the paper form. A shipping fee applies to all online orders and is sent to the desired address. Parents, please assist younger children with taking paper orders. Paper orders will be delivered to MEA the week of December 7th to pick up before winter break.
🏆Compete for the highest sales and the top two receive Amazon Gift Cards.Top High School seller wins a Smiski Museum Blind Box donated by Ebisu La Jolla🏆
All Orders must be received by Thursday, Dec. 3rd.
Please note: Checks should be made payable to MEA ASB.
Check out our See's Online Store today!
8th Grade Families! Our Cross-Curricular Project (Mr. Walker and Mrs. Ogo) is presenting at the University of San Diego on December 10th from 7-9pm in the Warren Auditorium (Mother Rosalie Hill Hall). Please plan on attending with your student- it is going to be epic! All other staff and families are welcome too! Light refreshments will be served. Students should arrive no later than 6:30pm. (see flyer for more details!). Parking in the structure is free after 7pm.
The annual Impact Aid Survey is now open in the PowerSchool Parent Portal. Families are asked to complete the form by Friday, December 18, 2026. (This is different than the LCFF form that was due earlier in the year.) Impact Aid provides essential federal funding that supports all students across San Diego Unified — including those living on or near federal property such as military bases.
How to complete the form:
Log in to your PowerSchool Parent Portal.
Select Forms.
Choose 2026–27 Impact Aid Program Survey Form.
Sign and submit.
If you cannot access the Parent Portal, a paper version will be available in January. If you need help accessing the Parent Portal or setting up an account, visit the Parent Portal resource webpage or contact our front office.
Every completed survey helps bring valuable resources to our schools — thank you for your participation!
Join National Honor Society
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 November 20th. (MUST open with your sandi.net account) If you have any questions, 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 12/18/26.
Please reach out to Mr. Cate for any questions.
The MEA Career Fair will be April 9th from 10am-12pm at the MEA Auditorium. Sign up to host a booth today! You can help inspire students with your knowledge and experience. Scan the QR code in the flyer or click here to sign up.
Club Meeting Schedule
The MEA Club schedule is now available. Find your next interest - all approved club meetings are listed with the days and time that they meet.
Help MEA Key Club to Support Reading Heart
🔑 MEA's Key Club invites students to create and donate homemade bookmarks! These will be donated to kids in hospitals, schools, and underserved communities through Reading Heart, a non-profit based in Fresno. The office will have an assortment of blank bookmarks that students can either decorate on campus or bring home and drop off in the donation box beside it.
Parents, feel free to not only encourage your student to participate, but also make a bookmark with them. You can make something completely unique or take inspiration from designs online! We appreciate donations from anyone!
We'll be accepting the finished bookmarks up until November 19th – we have a goal of at least 50 bookmarks to reach! We're excited to see the designs people come up with!
Message from the Library - Hours Change for Nov. 13th
Please be advised for November 13th, a Friday, the library will have shortened hours and will close early at 11:30 a.m. Thank you!
New Visitor Sign-In Procedure
You will notice that the sign-in sheet in the office looks a little bit different. Per District policy, the sign-in now includes a Driver's License or Government ID space. You will be required to complete this each time you come on campus. Also, please remember to wear your visitor badge where it is visible while you are on campus on return it when you sign out. Thank you for your understanding and help to keep our campus safe!
Recycling bins are coming to campus!
The recycling bins will be located all around campus, students can use them to throw away trash that will later be recycled. We urge students to use these bins to help the environment!
Join the Middle School MATHCOUNTS Team!
Come and build a winning MEA MATHCOUNTS team, sharpen your problem-solving abilities, and expand your math skills. MATHCOUNTS is a national middle school mathematics competition that build problem-solving skills and fosters achievement through four levels of fun, in-person "bee" style contests.
All 6-8 graders are welcome to join. If you are unable to come to meetings but would like to participate, contact Ms. Hristova for the meeting materials.
Time: 9:45-10:30am
Dates: (Wednesdays) 11/4, 12/2, 12/9, 1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17
Location: Parent room
The San Diego Chapter MATHCOUNTS Competition details: Saturday, February 27th, 2027 at UCSD
Note: The club members are not required to participate in the competition.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out:
MEA Lego Builders Meet-up
Build, play, have fun! Come for the new Lego Builders Meet-Up Wednesdays, December 2nd from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. in the Maker Space (Room 7).
Elementary students must bring a parent.
Join the Wellness Committee – We Need Your Voice!
Our first Wellness Committee meeting of the school year was a great success, and we are excited about the work ahead! This year, our focus is Increasing Family & Community Engagement—and to truly achieve this goal, we need your input.
We are actively seeking parent and student members to join our team. Whether you can attend every meeting or just one, your perspective and ideas would make a tremendous difference for our school community.
Upcoming Meeting Dates (12:30 PM):
December 10
February 11
March 18
If you are interested in joining or learning more, please reach out to our committee chairperson, Rachel Finney, at rfinney@sandi.net.
Thank you for partnering with us to support our students' wellness and success!
Leader in Me
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 4, we are focusing in on Habit 3: "Put First Things First". Students will be able to decide what is most important and take care of that first. They can set priorities, make a schedule, and follow a plan.
The elementary classes and middle school AVID class are doing lessons with your students in class and assigned at home.
Here is a link to a Family Exercise in Putting First Things First and enjoy this 7 Habits reflection video specific to Habit 3!
Please check out this Leader in Me Family Overview Guide that highlights the Core Paradigms and the Habits in one succinct resource.
Pronto Passes
Papa John's Fundraiser (Online through 12/31/26)
Need a quick meal for the family during the busy school year? Having a group event and want pizza? Order from Papa John’s! When you place an order online and use the promo code: MTEVEREST, it earns money to support MEA. See flyer for more details!
Friends of Rose Canyon Volunteer Event
MEA is hosting a volunteering event with Friends of Rose Canyon, a local habitat restoration group working to replant Coast Live Oaks and other native species in Rose Canyon. We will meet with their leader, Andy Weise, and learn about San Diego ecosystems, particularly urban canyons, and why their protection is important. We will then collect some acorns that will be planted later this fall and spread mulch to prepare new planting areas.
Please RSVP here so you can be informed if plans change due to acorn distribution. Also, every attendee needs to fill out a waiver. Please print them and bring a signed copy to the event.
WHEN: November 15th from 1:00-4:00 pm
WHERE: Rose Canyon Trailhead (on Regents road north of Governor)
Contact: Oliver Martien if you have any questions
Affordable Computers for Kids
The San Diego County Office of Education and Computers 2 Kids are partnering to help families access affordable refurbished computers with free lifetime technical support. Families are invited to attend one of the following upcoming computer events:
Event 1: Vista High School
- Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
- Location: Vista High School
- Address: 1 Panther Way, Vista, CA 92084
Event 2: Kearny High School
- Date: Saturday, December 5, 2026
- Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
- Location: Kearny High School
- Address: 1954 Komet Way, San Diego, CA 92111
Each computer includes free lifetime technical support.
How to Register
Please refer to the attached flyer for the appropriate registration link and instructions for the event you wish to attend. Families should complete the registration application and provide all required information. For additional information, contact Computers 2 Kids, call (858) 200-9788, or visit www.c2k.org.
MEA Family Hike Monthly Meet-Up
Join host Jaime Rios for our monthly outdoor meet-ups for the 2026-2027 school year! These hikes are a wonderful opportunity for us to get outside, connect, and enjoy nature together. Please note that these are collaborative family events—parents are expected to hike right alongside their children and school staff. It is a fantastic way for us to support our students as a community, share some fresh air, and bond outside of the classroom. The next hike will be Nov. 20 at Torrey Pines State Park! See the flyer for more information.
