What an exciting and joyful week this has been as we kicked off a new school year together! Our team has loved meeting our new students and welcoming back our returners. It is clear already that this is going to be a special year!
Across every campus and grade, we’ve seen our students shine as they transitioned into their new classroom. Our school team spent this first week getting to know our students, orienting them to the classroom, introducing our 7 Habits, and building classroom and campus community.
As I’ve visited our campuses this week, I’ve been so impressed already by the many ways that our students, staff, and family members have modeled core elements of our school vision and mission.
Our Vision:
We envision a kind, collaborative, and just world guided by empathetic and innovative leaders.
Our Mission:
Elevate School cultivates leaders and positive change-makers by inspiring students to be excellent in academics, exceptional in leadership, expansive in creativity, and engaged in community. |
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Even in our first days, students showed kindness in welcoming new students and are already collaborating in the classroom. School staff worked hard to get ready and model innovation and empathy on an hourly basis as they created the conditions for each student to learn and thrive. Elevate families engaged in Monday’s Orientations and also our Kindergarten Coffee on Tuesday.
It takes all of us to make Elevate a great place for every student - Elevate rises as One!
Thank you, families, for your support and partnership in making this a great start to the school year. We know that starting new routines and adjusting to a new school year takes a lot of effort for families, and we want you to know how much we appreciate you.
We look forward to partnering with you throughout the year. A great opportunity to get a lot of helpful information and connect with our team is Back-to-School Night, which is happening next week on Tuesday, August 19th and Wednesday, August 20th. Please see the newsletter below for more information about this important night. Our whole team hopes to see you there!
In Partnership,
Ryan Elliott
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We hope to see you at Back to School Night next week!
- Meet your student's teacher
- Teachers will share an overview of the year
- Learn about volunteer opportunities and our ELO-P Program
- SM Campus only: Stop by the Free Gently-Used Uniform Table
- SM & EMS: Learn more about The Elevate School Foundation (TESF)
Please note: Due to the nature of the event and limited space, we kindly request that students and siblings remain at home. If for any reason you are unable to attend, please feel welcome to contact your child’s teacher with any questions you have.
CAMPUS-SPECIFIC DATES & TIMESSerra Mesa (Grades K-3)
Tuesday, Aug 19 | 5:00-6:00 pm
2285 Murray Ridge Rd. San Diego 92123
Middle School (Grades 6-8)
Tuesday, Aug 19 | 6:00-7:00 pm
8404 Phyllis Pl. San Diego 92123
Tierrasanta (Grades 4-5)
Wednesday, Aug 20 | 5:00-6:00 pm
5606 Antigua Blvd. San Diego 92124
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| UPCOMING DATES AT A GLANCE |
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August 12 through 29 - Minimum Days for Kindergarten
Friday, August 15 - SM Campus Assembly, 8:20 am
Tuesday, August 19 - SM & EMS Back to School Night
Wednesday, August 20 - TS Back to School Night
Thursday, August 28 - EMS Community Meeting, 9:58 am
Friday, August 29 - SM Leader of the Month Assembly | Middle School Social
Monday, September 1 - No School - Labor Day
Wednesday, September 3 - 6th Grade Camp Info Meeting (Zoom)
Thursday, September 4 - Earthmade Snow Cones at SM
Tuesday, September 9 - EMS Parent Resource Meeting
Thursday, September 11 - EMS Community Meeting | CCB Training
Friday, September 12 - Coffee with the Directors
 
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COUNSELOR NEWSLETTER
Get to know our School Counselor for Grades K-5 by checking out Mrs. Beyer's August Newsletter here.
SCHOOL ASSEMBLIES / COMMUNITY MEETINGS
All Elevate Families are invited to attend school assemblies / community meetings! They are a great way to see what our students and classes are doing, celebrate Leaders of the Month, and more!
Below are the next assemblies. For future assemblies, please refer to Elevate's Event Calendar.
- SM Assembly: Friday, August 15 at 8:20 AM on the blacktop
- TS Assembly: Friday, September 19 (meet at the gate at 8:30 am to be walked onto campus)
- EMS Community Meeting: Thursday, August 28, 9:58 am in the MPR
COFFEE WITH THE DIRECTORS
Mark your calendar for our first of the year Coffee with the Directors: Friday, September 12! This is a great way to connect with our school's administration - Mr. Elliott and Mrs. Wooden - share ideas, and ask questions in an informal setting. Coffee and donuts served. All families are welcome to attend. 8:45 am at the SM Campus.
PARENTSQUARE APP
ParentSquare is the platform that Elevate uses to communicate with families and how you can communicate with your teacher and staff. Be sure to register and download the free App so you don't miss any updates, reminders, and emergency alerts! Learn how to get set up here.
| BRAND NEW SCHOOL CALENDAR |
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We are excited to share the brand-new 2025-2026 Elevate School Calendar - brought to you by The Elevate School Foundation (TESF) and created just for Elevate families!
This calendar is packed with important school dates, inspiring student quotes, vibrant photos, and helpful tips. It's a perfect way to keep your family in the loop. Best of all, every dollar raised goes directly to The Elevate School Foundation to support our Elevate students and programs.
The first 50 pre-paid orders will be ready for pick up at Back to School Night!
Mark your Calendar! 6th Grade Camp is September 22-26. To help you and your student prepare for this enriching experience, save the date for the following informational opportunities.
6th Grade Camp Zoom Info Meeting
Wednesday, September 3
5:30-6:30 PM
ZOOM link
6th Grade Camp Open House
Saturday, September 13
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Cuyamaca Outdoor School, Descano 91916
Details here
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Grab some Elevate gear today! The Elevate School Foundation (TESF) has set up an awesome online Spirit Store with branded attire, reusable water bottles, hats, and more! Ten percent of each purchase will go directly to the foundation which supports Elevate's Mission.
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 Elevate School cultivates leaders and positive changemakers by inspiring students to be excellent in academics, exceptional in leadership, expansive in creativity, and engaged in community.
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