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Elevate News | January 22, 2026

Posted Date: 01/22/26 (11:00 AM)
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2nd Grade with Mrs. Hinton

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Second grade has been working hard as we kick off 2026 with excitement and purpose! Students spent time learning about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his lasting impact through a variety of articles and books. Inspired by his message, students wrote about their own dreams, which are now proudly displayed for our school community to enjoy.

In literacy, we are diving into our novel study of The Wild Robot. Through this engaging story, students are deepening their understanding of character development and how they respond to major events and challenges. This novel has sparked rich discussions, thoughtful writing, and curiosity about the natural world.

In math, we have begun a new unit on number lines. Students are building strong foundational skills as they practice and master adding and subtracting within 100 using this visual and hands-on approach. Group work has provided meaningful opportunities for students to learn from one another. 

We are also enjoying a continued focus on putting first things first—not only during our LEAD time, but throughout each day on campus. Students are learning how prioritizing responsibilities, making thoughtful choices, and staying focused helps them succeed both academically and socially.

It has been a wonderful start to the new year in second grade. Teaching these sweet honeybees each day is truly a privilege, and I am incredibly proud to be their teacher as I watch them grow in confidence, kindness, and leadership. Their curiosity and enthusiasm remind me daily just how bright their futures are!

Mrs. Hinton
2nd Grade Teacher
Military Liaison 


DATES AT A GLANCE
Tues, Jan 27 Grades K-3 Spring Picture Day

Admissions Information Meetings
Wed, Jan 28 Grades 4-5 Spring Picture Day
Thurs, Jan 29 EMS Community Meeting
Fri, Jan 30 SM Leader of the Month Assembly

TS Assembly

EMS Men of Value & Purpose Info Meeting

EMS Social
Tues, Feb 3 EMS Information Meeting via Zoom
Wed, Feb 4 Panoramic Picture Day

Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) Meeting
Feb 9-11 Kindness Week
Tues, Feb 10 Military Dinner with the Directors
Feb 12, 13, & 16 No School (Staff Development Day and President's Day Weekend)

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SPRING PICTURES
Spring Pictures are next week! Students are invited to dress nicely (no uniforms). 
 - Grades K-3: Tuesday, January 27
 - Grades 4-5: Wednesday, January 28
 - Grades 6-8 do not have Spring Pictures.

MEN OF VALUE & PURPOSE INFORMATION MEETING
Friday, January 30, 8:15 AM
Elevate's EMS Campus is launching a new group called M.V.P. (Men of Value and Purpose). This group will focus on increasing a positive male presence both on campus and in the lives of our students through engagement, encouragement, and positive role modeling. Learn more at the upcoming meeting! Details & RSVP link here.

PANORAMIC CAMPUS PHOTO
Deadline to order is January 30. Order here!
Our campus-wide panoramic photos will be taken on Wednesday, February 4. These professional prints, captured by Sumner Photography, will feature all students and staff members at each campus for the 2025–2026 school year.  

PARENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING
Wednesday, February 4, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
All Elevate parent/caregivers are invited! At this meeting, we’ll take a deeper dive into our Comprehensive School Safety Plan with Special Guest, Mr. Kazmierski, Serra Mesa Campus Dean of Students. Details & RSVP link here.

MILITARY DINNER WITH THE DIRECTORS
Tuesday, February 10, 6:00-7:00 PM
We warmly invite our military-connected families to a special evening at Elevate! Details & RSVP link here.

ELEVATE SCHOOL WILL BE OPEN ON FEBRUARY 26
In light of recent news about a planned strike in the San Diego area, we want to clarify our school schedule. While San Diego Unified schools will be closed on Thursday, February 26, Elevate School operates independently and will remain open with a regular instructional day. Please note that Monday, March 9 remains a non-school day for Elevate students.

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The week of February 9-11, Elevate will be celebrating Kindness Week, a time dedicated to building empathy, connection, and a positive school culture across our entire campus. Throughout the week, students will participate in activities that encourage kindness toward themselves, others, and our larger community.

Monday, Feb 9: Kindness Shines Bright Day
Students are encouraged to wear bright colors to show how kindness can shine. This is also the first day of our food drive!

Tuesday, Feb 10: Donation Day
Students are encouraged to bring canned food items as part of our food drive supporting the San Diego Food Bank.

Wednesday, Feb 11: Kind Hearts Day
Students may wear pink, red, or white, or include hearts in their clothing or accessories to represent caring and compassion. This is the last day of our food drive.

Volunteers Needed - be on the lookout for a ParentSquare post next week about Kindness Week volunteer opportunities!

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Our school is excited to kick off the Golden Eagles Fun Run, our biggest fundraiser of the year and it’s all about movement, leadership, and school spirit! Our two-week program focuses on fitness and leadership, culminating in an exciting Fun Run event where students will hit the track to cross the finish line for a great cause.  

Volunteers Needed! Cheerleaders Welcome!
To learn more about the many volunteer opportunities or how you can be a cheerleader for the Fun Run, click here!

FUN RUN DAY & TIMES
Thursday, 2/26 | EMS Run
  • 8th Grade (9:30-10:15)
  • 6th & 7th Grade (12:00-12:45)

Friday, 2/27 | SM & TS Runs
  • SM - Kindergarten & 1st Grade (8:25–9:10)
  • SM - 2nd & 3rd Grade (9:15–10:00)
  • TS - 4th & 5th Grade (2:05–2:50)

Advertise your business 
We are looking for business sponsors to partner with us in providing an incredible experience for our students. Whether you're a small business owner, part of a larger corporation, or know someone who might be interested, we have various sponsorship levels available that provide a special opportunity to partner with and support our Elevate families.
If you or someone you know might be interested in a sponsorship role, please contact our Foundation President, Shukky Sanni, at president@elevateschoolfoundation.org to start the conversation.

HABIT OF THE WEEK
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ELEVATE SPIRIT STORE
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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