Etiwanda School District

Mrs. Slagle's 5th graders at East Heritage had a blast with a mug exchange! Hot cocoa for everyone!

Perdew's CLOUDS students were full of holiday cheer last week! Crafting for Kwanzaa & STEM fun with jingle bells! Proving learning can indeed be festive too!

Huge shoutout to Golden Elementary' s 2nd grade team! Their 'Holidays Around the World' night was spectacular. The smiles said it all!

Hats off to these Heritage Intermediate teachers for stepping up their onesie game! Heritage Intermediate teachers who participated in the 'Snowflake a Teacher' fundraiser brought out the fun, proving once again that school spirit is the most fashionable attire.

Day Creek's crossing guard is getting a holiday high five today! He really got into the spirit this week and brought so much joy to the Day Creek coyotes.

Wishing all our Etiwanda students, staff, and families a warm and joyful winter break filled with fun, laughter, and lots of relaxation! School will resume on Monday, January 8, 2024.

Guess who made a surprise visit at Golden Elementary? None other than the lovable Grinch! A day full of laughter & holiday spirit!

What an incredible exploration of tradition and culture! Mrs. Abbruzzese’s 2nd grade class at CP Lightfoot had an enlightening experience learning about Sinterklaas (St. Nicholas) during their Holidays Around the World Unit. From making a Dutch shoe with hay and carrots for Sinterklaas' horse to receiving a Dutch gingerbread cookie, tangerine, and gold chocolate coins in the morning - it was a truly unique journey. Did you know Sinterklaas is celebrated in places such as Holland, Germany, Slovakia, and Hungary? Mrs. Abbruzzese is Hungarian, so she shares this special holiday with her family at home too.

Mrs. Gionet's English Language Learner class at Etiwanda Intermediate had an amazing adventure this week! They learned a very important skill—how to follow directions on a map in English! Students traveled around the school grounds, completing “missions” using basic directions. What a great exercise in understanding and using English in a fun and engaging way!

Materials will be on display at every school site and the district office for the public to view until March 7, 2024. We encourage our educational partners to preview the material and submit feedback.

Mrs. Johnson from Heritage Intermediate is getting a shoutout from her 7th grade teachers! They want to thank her for her professionalism as an administrator, for upholding integrity amongst their students, and for showing up with a heart every single day!

Terra Vista's office staff is receiving a high five today! They are the welcoming faces that greet their students, families, and staff every day. Their warmth, efficiency, and unwavering dedication make a positive impact on their school community. Thank you for your tireless efforts, commitment, and positive energy that you each bring to their school every day! You are all appreciated!

Don't forget to nominate a student, staff member, or parent that you feel has gone above and beyond this week. Please email a photo with a little bit of information to dosocialmedia@etiwanda.org, and we will post it for you. The deadline to submit is Friday at 9 a.m.

Solorio Elementary is amazingly lucky to have Mrs. Lange as a 4th/5th grade teacher, and that is why we are spotlighting her today. Mrs. Lange appreciates the unique characteristics that each student brings to the classroom. She positively impacts her students with her strong relationships, rigorous work, creative activities such as “How to Blow Bubbles,” and teaching students to identify and recognize their individual learning styles. She is charismatic and dedicated to helping our Tigers succeed in school and in life.

Mrs. Slagle from East Heritage suggests using XtraMath, a free resource, for just 10 minutes a day to help students increase their math fluency. Many of her students have become more confident in their abilities while learning math skills that will help them throughout the years.

Mr. Strub recently had a blast talking about his passion for science with some of our incredible Etiwanda ACE students! It’s great to see the next generation of scientists engaging with the subject so enthusiastically. Let’s continue inspiring young minds to take an interest in science!

Etiwanda School District will hold a regularly scheduled Board of Trustees Meeting on Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at 6:30 pm. Use this link to access the meeting agenda: http://meetings.etiwanda.org/

Mrs. Navar, a 1st grade teacher at Grapeland Elementary, is receiving a shoutout today from the Smith family. She has been nothing short of amazing this school year! She has supported their daughter, Emersyn, from day 1 and has been such a wonderful teacher. Mrs. Navar truly cares for the success of each student and goes above and beyond to ensure they not only reach but exceed their goals. They are so thankful for educators like Mrs. Navar!

Today we are spotlighting an outstanding teacher! Mrs. Oceguera is an exceptional teacher, inspiring students with her kind spirit and motto, "Sí Se Puede" (Yes, We Can!). Her infectious positive energy and innovative teaching style create an inclusive and nurturing classroom environment, fostering a love for learning beyond textbooks. Mrs. O's impact on Grapeland's students is truly remarkable.

It's not too late! We invite you to participate in our Thought Exchange, November 27 - December 8, 2023. This is an opportunity for you to provide your valuable input to directly influence the direction of our schools and district through your insights and feedback.