Wildcat Weekly- 9/14-9/18

Message from Mrs. LeMaster 🐾

Dear Pomerado Families,

September is National Attendance Awareness Month, and we’re highlighting the important role regular school attendance plays in student success.

When students attend school consistently, they have more opportunities to learn, build relationships, participate in classroom experiences, and stay connected to their school community. Every school day matters!

Parent partnership is an important part of helping students develop strong attendance habits. You can help by:

Establishing consistent bedtimes and wake-up times so your child is rested and ready for school.
Planning ahead and scheduling appointments and vacations outside of school whenever possible.
Communicating with your child’s teacher when your child is absent due to illness or a religious or cultural observance.
Staying connected by regularly checking in with your child about how school is going.
Emphasizing the importance of being at school and helping your child understand that every day is an opportunity to learn and grow.
Reaching out to us for support if your family is experiencing challenges that make regular attendance difficult. We are here to help!

Thank you for partnering with us to help our Wildcats! For additional attendance tips and resources, visit PUSD Attendance Resources.

With gratitude,

Lauren LeMaster

Religious Observances

Dear Pomerado Families,

We recognize and respect the many religious traditions observed in our school community. We know that these observances are deeply meaningful, and we are committed to supporting your child should participation require them to miss school.

If your child will be absent for any reason, please notify our school office. Absences for religious observance are excused. We will work with your students to ensure that they remain supported academically and remain included in the school community.

We are grateful for your continued partnership and for the many contributions you make to our community. Together we uphold our shared commitment to developing an inclusive environment where every student feels supported and valued.

Sincerely,

Lauren LeMaster

September is National Attendance Awareness Month

Parent Digital Attendance Reporting Via ParentVue

As a reminder, parents are able to digitally report attendance directly through their secure Parent Portal account (ParentVue). This convenient option allows parents and guardians to quickly submit absence information without a phone call or email. Here is a quick how-to-guide.

Please note: Digital reporting is an additional option; traditional attendance reporting methods remain available such as our 24 hour Attendance Hotline (858) 679-2604 and Attendance Email PMESattendance@powayusd.com A students absence should be reported within 24 hours. When calling or emailing; please state your name, relationship to student, student name, teacher, and reason for absence.

All absences must meet California Education Code criteria for excused absences as shared in our previous Wildcat Weekly.

Thank you for partnering with us to support your child’s regular attendance and success!

🎉New School Site Council Parent Representatives🎉

Thank you to all of the parents who volunteered to serve on our School Site Council (SSC) this year! We’re excited to welcome our three new elected parent representatives: Kim Gomez, Sarah Rieth, and Brian Tobe. We appreciate their willingness to share their time, ideas, and perspectives to help support Pomerado students and our school community. Our first SSC meeting will be Thursday, September 24 at 3:00 PM.

📝Parent Feedback Needed!📝

Each year, we ask our Pomerado families to provide feedback on our Parent Engagement Policy and School-Parent Compact. These documents outline how we partner with families to support student learning and strengthen our school community.

Pomerado Title I Parent and Family Engagement Policy (English)

Pomerado Title I Parents and Family Engagement Policy (Spanish)

Pomerado's Parent Compact (3 Way Pledge) (English)

Pomerado’s Parent Compact (3 Way Pledge) (Spanish)

Please take a few minutes to review last year’s documents and complete the Google Form to share your feedback and ideas. Your input helps us learn how we can best support and engage our families this year.

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts!

📸Picture Day Make-Up – Tuesday, September 15

In case you missed Picture Day on Tuesday, don’t worry—there’s still a chance to get your school picture taken! Make-Up Picture Day is Tuesday, September 15. Students who were absent or missed their picture will have an opportunity to have their photo taken during the school day. Come ready with your best smile, Wildcats!

🐾 PAWs 🐾

Thank You for Supporting Our 5th Grade Boosters at Mendocino Farms!

A huge thank you to all the families, staff, and community members who came out to dine at Mendocino Farms for our 5th Grade Booster fundraiser!

Thanks to your amazing support and appetite, a portion of the proceeds from every order goes directly toward making this year unforgettable for our 5th graders—funding special end-of-year events, promotion celebrations, and memorable activities.

We are so grateful for our wonderful school community.

🍦Ice Cream Social is Back! 🍨✨

Get ready for one of our favorite Pomerado traditions! Join us for the return of the Pomerado Ice Cream Social— every Friday! The perfect way to cool off, kick off the weekend, and catch up with school friends and families! 🎒🐾

Time for a Closet Clean-Out! 👕👗

Got clothes your kids have outgrown? We are collecting gently used clothing for our upcoming Rewear Sale, and we need your help!

This is a great way to clear out closets, support our school community, and help families gear up for the season with affordable clothing options.

Donation Details:

Dates: September 8th – September 18th
Drop-off Location: Front Office
What to Donate: Clean, gently worn clothing of all types and sizes (shirts, pants, jackets, spirit wear, costumes ,etc.) in good condition.

Start gathering your donations and drop them in the collection bin in the front office starting Tuesday, September 8th. Thank you for your support in making this event a success!

Save the Date: Pomerado Bingo Night!

Mark your calendars for an evening of fun, prizes, and community! Join us for Bingo Night on Thursday, September 17th.

It’s the perfect chance to gather with fellow Wildcat families, play a few rounds, and win some great prizes.

Event Details:

Date: Thursday, September 17th
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Pomerado Elementary MPR

🏈 Pomerado Night at the SDSU Aztecs Football Game! 🔴⚫

Join us at Snapdragon Stadium to cheer on Aztec Football and support Pomerado Elementary! A portion of every ticket purchased through our special link goes directly back to the Pomerado Elementary School Foundation. 🎒✨

📅 Event Details

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Kickoff Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Snapdragon Stadium

🎉Back by Popular Demand: Birthday Banners!🎉

Celebrate your student’s special day in a big way! By popular demand, our custom Birthday Banners are back for the school year. Show your child some extra love on their birthday with a personalized banner displayed right at school.

Spaces and dates fill up quickly, so be sure to reserve yours early! Order Here

September Menus 🍎

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Save The Date 🗓️

Tuesday, September 15- Picture "Make Up" Day
Thursday, September 17- 1:30-2:00 Student Council Meeting (Room 12)
Thursday, September 17- 5:30-7 pm Bingo Night (MPR)

Pomerado Elementary Contact Information

12321 Ninth Street, Poway CA 92064

https://www.powayusd.com/PUSDPOES

Principal: Mrs. Lauren LeMaster

llemaster@powayusd.com

Office Contacts

Office Number: (858) 748-1320

Lorena Leonard (Office Manager) lleonard@powayusd.com

ESS: (858) 679-8946

Marcella Clark (ESS Supervisor) maclark@powayusd.com

Attendance

Attendance Hotline

(858) 679-2604

Attendance Email

PMESattendance@powayusd.com

A students absence should be reported within 24 hours. When calling or emailing; please state your name, relationship to student, student name, teacher, and reason for absence.

Message from Mrs. LeMaster 🐾 Message from Mrs. LeMaster 🐾

Religious Observances Religious Observances

September is National Attendance Awareness Month September is National Attendance Awareness Month

Parent Digital Attendance Reporting Via ParentVue

🎉New School Site Council Parent Representatives🎉 🎉New School Site Council Parent Representatives🎉

📝Parent Feedback Needed!📝 📝Parent Feedback Needed!📝

📸Picture Day Make-Up – Tuesday, September 15 📸Picture Day Make-Up – Tuesday, September 15

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