Rincon Community News #28

Greetings Rincon Community,

As we approach the final week of Trimester 2, which ends on February 27th, I want to remind you that there's still time for students to submit assignments, retake tests, and reach out to teachers. This is a crucial time to support our scholars in meeting their goals, and we believe they can achieve more than they think possible.

This week is particularly important as teachers will begin calculating final grades for Trimester 2 on Friday, February 28th. Report Cards will be mailed home on Friday, March 7th. We encourage you to review your students’ progress during this trimester and discuss any areas that may need attention.

In March, we will be hosting our Second Trimester Principal Breakfast Awards, where we eagerly look forward to celebrating all our scholars for their bronze, silver, and gold achievements. It’s a wonderful opportunity to acknowledge their hard work and dedication.

As we transition into Trimester 3, we want to emphasize the importance of monitoring academic performance, especially for our 8th grade families. According to EUSD policy, 8th graders must maintain a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher to participate in the end-of-year 8th Grade Promotion ceremony. Your involvement is key to their success!

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. Let’s finish this trimester strong

Together, we can make this a fantastic year for our students! Together we are better in setting up our Bulldogs up to B.A.R.K (Believe, Achieve, Respect, and Kindness) for success!

With gratitude,

Principal Meglich

Please remind your student check our lost and found bin. It is bursting with student items. The bin and racks have been moved to the front of the school for easy access.

All unclaimed items will be donated to a local shelter at the end of trimester, Friday, February 27.

We are so excited to kick off the season tomorrow! To ensure a smooth start, we want to clarify some scheduling details.

While some sources may list Fridays, please note that all games are played on Saturdays, with the exception of our Season Final, which will be held on a Sunday.

Key Details for Tomorrow:

• Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026

• Location: Rincon Middle School

• Game Times: Please refer to your site-specific schedule (sent via email) for your kickoff time

See you on the fields.

Here is the 2025-26 Spring Rugby Schedule.

Greetings SSC members,

Just a reminder we have a meeting this Monday, Feb 23rd at 3:00 p.m. in Room 2. Please take a look at our School Site Council Meeting Agenda. I look forward to seeing you all at our next meeting.

Our Reclassification ceremony is Thursday, February 26 at 1:00 p.m. in the MPR.

The ceremony recognizes our multi-lingual learners who have achieved proficiency in English and are now reclassified as Fluent English Proficient (RFEP). It serves as a, celebration of student, teacher, and family efforts and a significant, academic milestone.

Invitations have been sent to all those students' families.

Rincon Middle School is Joining March Madness!

Here’s the deal: We are holding a basketball tournament during both lunches, Wednesdays and Fridays for all month of March. You will need a team of three and a name for your team in order to sign up.

Rules: Team of three Half-court play No double dribbling No fouling No traveling Stay positive Have fun!

Registration closes February 27th! Students can use the link to register for the Bulldog BALL-UP Bracket or QR code to register.

Theme:

What Earth Day Means to ME!

It asks students to think about:

• What does Earth Day mean to you?

• Why do we celebrate Earth Day?

• How do you celebrate Earth Day?

• What do you think other people should know about Earth?

Students are asked to create a 3-D piece of art made from trash, recyclables, and/or repurposed materials to show what Earth Day means to them.

Tips

• Recycled items can look new if they are painted or broken into smaller pieces.

• Hot glue works well for heavier materials (ask an adult for help).

• Suggested materials include: egg cartons, bottle caps, scrap paper, puzzle pieces, popsicle sticks, milk cartons, toilet paper rolls, etc.

Prizes

• 9 finalists (3 in each group) will receive prizes.

• Prizes include gift cards, restaurant coupons, and more.

• Finalist posters will be displayed at the Escondido Arts Partnership Municipal Gallery during the month of April.

It is presented by the City of Escondido.

All pieces are due in the office by Wednesday, February 25th!

Spring Break Middle School Day Camp

Did you know that EUSD is hosting a spring break day camp April 6 - 10? It’s open to all students and it’s free.

When? April 6-10 (5 days) from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Where? Bear Valley Middle School

What? The week is packed with exciting San Diego-themed field trip experiences, including stand-up paddleboarding in Mission Bay, the UCSD Challenge Course, archery, a visit to the Fleet Science Center, and a trip to SeaWorld!

If you are interested, please fill out this interest form by February 20th, 2026 by scanning the QR code or following this link: Spring Break Day Camp Interest Form Link

For more information, you can visit the expanded learning website at this link: Expanded Learning Site Link.

At Rincon, every school day is an opportunity to learn and grow. Our district-wide agreement is that all students are expected to be in class during designated times so they don’t miss valuable instruction.

• School begins promptly at 8:00 a.m.

• We ask families to help ensure students arrive on time every day.
  Consistent attendance helps students feel prepared, connected, and successful.

Every day counts—and every minute matters!

Rincon Middle School Tardy Policy

Being on time helps students begin the day prepared and ready to learn. School starts at 8:00am, and students must be inside their classroom when the tardy bell rings. Gates open at 7:40am to allow students time to arrive and settle in.

• Students who arrive late must check in at the attendance office for a pass and give a reason for their tardy.

• For every 3 first-period tardies in a week (Mon–Fri, including short weeks), students will follow the progressive discipline plan.

• Families may be asked to meet with the School Attendance Review Team (SART) if tardies become frequent, so we can create a support plan together.

Our focus is on supporting students and families to build strong routines—because every minute in class matters

Student Poster Contest Opportunity:

The San Diego County Bar Association invites students in grades 6-8 to participate in the annual Law Week Poster and Video Contest. In addition to cash prizes, winning students will be recognized at a luncheon. The deadline for poster and video submissions is April 24, 2026.

Please follow this link for more information: Law Week Poster Contest Website

Please consider being a member of our Rincon PTSA. Your membership support this leadership group in achieving goals this year. Or click here to join PTSA

A portion of every membership goes right back to our students. Please join today!

PTSA is looking for parents interested in being part of the PTSA board for the school year 2026-2027! This is a wonderful opportunity to support our students, collaborate with staff, and help plan meaningful events and programs that benefit our school community.

We are looking to fill several positions and welcome anyone who is interested in making a positive impact. No prior experience is necessary—just a willingness to help and be part of a team!

If you are interested in serving on the PTSA Board or would like more information about available roles and responsibilities, please contact us at your earliest convenience.

These are the current positions available:

• President
• VP
• Secretary
• Historian
• Parliamentarian

Rincon Middle School, PTSA is selling Spirit Wear! Don’t miss out—Order your BULLDOGS B.A.R.K. apparel today! Please return order forms with payment. Orders will be delivered to student’s Advisory or first period teacher and or the student/ parent can pick up from the Snack Shack window.

1. Hoodie $30
2. T-shirt $15
3. Long Sleeve (Limited Edition) $15
4. Baseball Style Shirt (Limited Amount) $20
5. Hat (Limited Amount) $10

Click here to place your spirit wear order

Monday, February 23

AVID Rocks, wear college swag

3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. School Site Council Meeting, room 2

Tuesday, February 24

PTSA Snack shack open after school

6 - 9 pm Boys & Girls Club Basketball Games 6th & 8th

Wednesday, February 25

Lunch bunch during both lunches

PTSA Snack shack open after school

6 - 9 pm Boys & Girls Club Basketball Games 6th & 7th

Thursday, February 26

Rincon Community Circle 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

BARK Mart open during both lunches

Play Pass during both lunches

Tikiz Ice after school

Reclassification Ceremony at 1:00 p.m. in the MPR

6 - 9 pm Boys & Girls Club Basketball Games 6th, 7th, 8th

Friday, February 27

Perfect Attendance Award in Advisory Classes

End of Trimester 2

Dr. Ibarra and Mr. McGuire Site visit today

PTSA Snack shack open after school

6 - 9 pm Boys & Girls Club Basketball Games 6th, 7th, 8th

Saturday, February 28

Spring Rugby Schedule Begins