As we just celebrated Thanksgiving, there are thousands of reasons we, as a district, are grateful for. We are thankful for our students, with their seemingly boundless curiosity and joy. We are thankful for our parents and guardians, for their commitment to wanting the best for their children. We are thankful for our colleagues, whose collaboration from all corners of the district provides an extraordinary learning experience.
Our scholars inspire us and fill us with hope for a bright future. Thank you for sharing your children with EUSD!
We hope you had a meaningful holiday with family and friends. We look forward to seeing students back on campus tomorrow, Monday, December 2. Remember, Every Day Counts in EUSD!
Here are this week’s updates and reminders.
Every Day Counts! Cold and flu season is upon us, and it is important to stay healthy because we all know how important it is for students to be at school and ready to learn because every day counts!
Tips to Stay Healthy and Avoid Getting Sick
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
Consider wearing a face covering while indoors or in crowded places.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
Individuals with chronic health issues and/or individuals experiencing severe symptoms should be evaluated by a medical professional.
EUSD’s State Preschool Program continues to earn top ratings! We're proud to share that EUSD’s State Preschool program has been awarded a 5/5 rating by Quality Counts California!
We are currently accepting applications for this school year. Both morning and afternoon classes still have space, with the majority of space being in our afternoon classes. Great news – our program now includes new eligibility criteria. Families living within the boundaries of Central, Glen View, Juniper, Lincoln, Oak Hill, Pioneer, and Rose can apply regardless of family income. More details about this new eligibility criteria, as well as other eligibility requirements, can be found on the flyer below, by visiting our website at preschool.eusd.org/o/preschool, or by calling our State Preschool Office at 760-489-4131.
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity for early childhood education! View the EUSD State Preschool flyer by following this link (PDF).
School Choice: The School Choice application window for the 2025-2026 school year will be open Tuesday, December 3, through Friday, January 31. Typically, students attend the schools that serve the neighborhood attendance areas in which they live. School Choice is an opportunity for families to apply for an intradistrict transfer for their child to attend a school other than their neighborhood school of residence, such as one of EUSD’s specialty schools:
Quantum Academy, a project-based learning school of choice for grades 4 through 8. Students live by Quantum’s five core values: lead with empathy, ask questions and seek answers, create, impact the community, and perseverance.
Limitless Learning Academy, a blended learning school of choice in which students are provided a variety of educational opportunities virtually and in person. Students receive live instruction via Zoom, personalized academic supports, and enrichment activities that can be done independently at home or in person on campus,
Dual Language Immersion at Farr, Glen View, Lincoln, and Pioneer, with a pathway to continue at Mission Middle School. The program begins in TK and follows an instructional model that is designed to promote bilingualism, biliteracy, and biculturalism for students whose primary language is English, as well as those whose primary language is Spanish.
Conway Academy of Expeditionary Learning, follows the expeditionary learning model, or EL Model, which is a project-based learning approach with the core of the work's emphasis on authentic, multidisciplinary experiential learning and integration of rigorous content with real-world experiences that foster relational character development, and empower students to make the world a better place.
Explore all of our schools online. School Choice details and application links can be found on our website.
Honor a Caring Heart: The nomination window is now open for the annual Caring Hearts Awards (PDF), presented by the dedicated group of volunteers behind the Escondido Education Foundation. Directions and forms are now available in all school offices, at the front desk of the Carilyn Gilbert Education Center, 2310 Aldergrove Avenue, and online using this link - Caring Hearts Awards Nomination form (PDF). These awards recognize members of the education community who work under the radar while doing extraordinary work on behalf of students – directly supporting EUSD children in helping them find success and acceptance. These “caring hearts” do not seek recognition for themselves, and the foundation is in need of your nominations for the Caring Hearts Awards. The nominee can be any school staff member, parent volunteer, community member, or community organization. Anyone may submit a nomination. I encourage you to take a minute to think of all the individuals and organizations who go above and beyond in their support of students. Nominations are due by 4 p.m. December 16 at the district office. The awards will be presented at the annual foundation dinner on February 7. Check the foundation website for future updates.
Breakfast and Lunch Menus: All EUSD students have access to no-cost breakfast and lunch. Families can view our new online menus. Select your school and menu to see what is being served every day.
And Remember, Every Day Counts in EUSD!
– Luis Rankins-Ibarra, Superintendent of Schools