Weekend Wire
Oct. 11, 2026
WESTWOOD ROADRUNNERS
Welcome to Westwood!
Important Upcoming Dates: Please mark your calendars for our upcoming minimum days and school closures!
10/15 -- VAPA Day # 4
10/15 -- Mendocino Farms Dine Out
10/22 -- APEX Fun Run
10/23 -- Friday Flag
10/23 -- Make-up Picture Day
10/23 -- Boo Bash -- 5:00 -- 8:00 p.m.
10/29 -- Minimum Day - 12:00 p.m. dismissal
10/30 -- Halloween Parade - 8:00 a.m.
11/06 -- Friday Flag
11/11-- Veterans Day - NO SCHOOL
11/12 -- VAPA Day # 5
11/16 -- Student Conferences - NO SCHOOL
11/17 -- Student Conferences - Minimum Day - 12:00 p.m. dismissal
11/18 -- Student Conferences - Minimum Day - 12:00 p.m. dismissal
11/19 -- Student Conferences - Minimum Day - 12:00 p.m. dismissal
11/20 -- Regular Full Day Schedule -- Pajama Day -- Friday Flag
11/23 -- 11/27 - Thanksgiving Recess - NO SCHOOL
Fall Reading Challenge
Halloween Guidelines
Dear Westwood Students and Families,
As the festive spirit of Halloween approaches, we are excited to see the creativity and enthusiasm our students bring to the celebration. Our primary objective is to ensure that all students enjoy this special day in a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment.
To that end, we kindly ask everyone to adhere to the following PUSD guidelines when choosing their costumes for any school-related Halloween events:
1. **No Masks:** For the safety of our students and staff, and to ensure everyone can be easily recognized, please refrain from wearing masks. Face paint or makeup is welcomed as an alternative.
2. **Avoid Gore or anything Promoting Violence:** Costumes depicting excessive gore, horror, or violence (including weapons or replicas such as swords or guns) can be misconstrued and lead to unnecessary distress or concern.
3. **Be Culturally Respectful:** Halloween is an opportunity for fun and creativity, not unintentional harm. Please avoid costumes that appropriate or misrepresent cultures, or might be seen as stereotypical or offensive. Let’s celebrate in a way that respects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all members of our school community.
4. **Avoid Overly Loud or Noisy Accessories:** Items that make excessive noise are not allowed. This includes bells, whistles, sirens, or any electronic devices that produce loud sounds.
5. **Modesty Matters:** Costumes should still adhere to the school’s dress code. Please ensure that outfits are not too revealing and suitable for the educational setting.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in ensuring a positive atmosphere for all. If you have any questions or need clarification on what's appropriate, please do not hesitate to reach out to the school office.
🎃 BOO BASH 👻
🎃 Boo Bash is Almost Here — Join the Fun!
Join us for Boo Bash on Friday, October 23 from 5:00–8:00 PM at Westwood Elementary! Bring the whole family for an evening of costumes, games, Trunk or Treat, pumpkin decorating, food trucks, concessions, and Halloween fun.
Volunteer at Boo Bash: It takes lots of helping hands to make this event happen! We have a variety of volunteer roles and shifts available, plus opportunities to donate individually packaged treats for the Cake Walk.
Volunteer + Cake Walk Sign Up:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4DA9AD2FA7FEC34-65665903-help
Host a Trunk: We currently have 1 car signed up, with room for 9 more. We’ll provide the candy—families just need to decorate their trunks and join the fun!
Once all 10 spots are filled, the signup will close.
Trunk or Treat Sign Up:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4DA9AD2FA7FEC34-65047166-boobash#/
Mendocino Farms Dine Out
If you would like to donate bandages for classrooms and baggies for ice packs in the Health Office, you can use the QR code above or this Wishlist Link.
Health Corner
Parent/Guardian Feedback Survey
We want to hear your feedback!
We want to hear from you! Participate in our Fall Survey and help us understand what is working well, where families may be having different experiences, and where we can continue to improve.
Results will be used alongside other information to help us strengthen the education experience for everyone.
This survey will remain open through October 16, 2026. Click here to share your experiences.
ELAC MEETING
OCTOBER LIBRARY NEWSLETTER 📙
Character Strong
The Character Strong newsletter highlights key themes, skills, and character traits that students are learning and practicing at school. We will focus on the character trait of Responsibility from September 21st through October 16th.
VOLUNTEER INFORMATION
If you are planning on volunteering this year or have any questions related to volunteering please click on this link to learn more about everything related to volunteering. Our district has a new process this year and we encourage parents to begin the process as soon as possible in order to allow enough time for processing.
Please join the Westwood PTA
YEARBOOKS
2026-2027 Yearbooks are on sale already! Receive 10% off when purchased by October 31st . Order now so you don't have to worry about purchasing one at the end of the school year!
1. Go to treering.com/validate
2. Enter your school's passcode: 1015978769242468
Softcover: $25.00. *Does not include sales tax
To purchase a yearbook, use the following link:
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About Us
Bill Egan
Principal
Email: msakthivel@powayusd.com
Website: https://westwood. powayusd.com
Location: 17449 Matinal Road, San Diego, CA, USA
Phone: 858-487-2026
Nondiscrimination Philosophy and Policy Statement
The Poway Unified School District (PUSD) is an equal opportunity employer/program and is committed to an active Nondiscrimination Program. PUSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, immigration status, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental ability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For more information, please contact the Associate Superintendent, Personnel Support Services, Poway Unified School District, 15250 Avenue of Science, San Diego, CA 92128-3406.