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Fourth grade got a little magical recently as we transformed our classrooms into the Happiest Test Prep on Earth! Our door became the gateway between two iconic parks — my room took on the spirit of Disney's California Adventure, while Ms. Bhola's room became Disneyland — and students earned the full park hopper experience, visiting both throughout the week.
Every activity was thoughtfully designed to be as academically rigorous as it was fun. Each activity was designed and created by the fourth grade team and the level of care and detail helped to keep students engaged all week! Students tackled math operations alongside the Monsters, Inc. crew, unraveled word problems with Tiana, and sharpened their reading comprehension with Star Wars and Guardians of the Galaxy. From fractions with the Pirates of the Caribbean to a full math performance task set in Pixar Pier, each experience was crafted to build real skills — just wrapped in a little Disney magic.
The fun didn't stop there. Wednesday brought a Disney dress-up day, and the 4th grade teachers stayed in theme from the very first whistle all week long. Students collected souvenirs all week. They recieved park tickets at the door, earned Mickey ears, and even took home custom motivational keychains.
By Friday, our students weren't just ready for their state tests — they were excited. They showed up with confidence, enthusiasm, and just the right amount of pixie dust.
 Ms. Chatfield
4th Grade Teacher |
| Fri, May 1
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School Lunch Hero Day
SM Leader of the Month Assembly
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| May 4-8
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Staff Appreciation Week
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| Mon, May 4
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CAASPP Testing Continues
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| Thurs, May 14
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EMS Community Meeting
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| Fri, May 15
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Whole School Spirit Day: Cozy Day
Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast
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| Wed, May 20 |
Parent Advisory Committee Meeting |
| Thurs, May 21 |
End of School Year Celebration & Exhibition Night |
| Fri, May 22 |
Kindergarten Promotion
Minimum Day |
| Mon, May 25
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No School - Memorial Day |
| Tues, May 26 |
TS Campus Field Day |
| Thurs, May 28 |
Last Day of School
Grades 5 & 8 Promotions
SM Campus Field Day |
CALENDAR QUICK LINKS
25/26 Academic Calendar
26/27 Academic Calendar **newly released**
Schoolwide Events Calendar
Athletics Calendar
ELO-P Calendar
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SAVE THE DATE!
Elevate's End of Year Celebration & Exhibition Night is Thursday, May 21, 5-7 pm! Details to be sent next week.
STAFF APPRECIATION
Next week is Staff Appreciation Week, May 4-8. We are still in need of a few volunteers for this. Details and sign ups are in this ParentSquare post.
WHOLE SCHOOL SPIRIT DAY
Get ready to stay cozy all day long! On Cozy Spirit Day - Friday, May 15 - students are invited to come to school dressed in their favorite pajamas or comfy loungewear. Think soft pajama sets, cozy sweatpants and tops, and fun prints—anything that helps bring extra comfort while still being ready to learn. Friendly Reminder: P.E./recess-appropriate shoes are required, and all attire should remain school-appropriate.
PARENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING
Mark your calendar - we'd love to connect with you at the last Parent Advisory Committee Meeting of this school year: Wednesday, May 20, 12-1 pm. Invite to come!
5TH & 8TH GRADE PROMOTION PHOTOS
Promotion ceremonies are coming up, and to help families fully enjoy the moment, professional photos will be provided by Etel Madadi Photography. Families can register in advance for early access, explore photo packages, and opt in ahead of time to make the process smooth and stress-free. View the package options and sign up link!
GENTLY-USED ELEVATE UNIFORMS
Has your child recently outgrown their Elevate uniform (tops or bottoms)? We are always looking for extra loaners! Simply drop them off at your campus office and they will be put to good use. Thank you!
MAY LOAD THE LOUNGE
This month's Load the Lounge is hosted by Elevate's 7th & 8th Grade families but any family is invited to join in too!! Simply drop off snack/beverage donations to the school office. For donation ideas, click here.
There are so many great things coming up - Promotions, Field Day, & Exhibition Night!
To make it all happen, we are in need of over 100 volunteers!
Can you be part of the fun? >>> Simply sign up via this ParentSquare post.
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Please join us for our Annual Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast - whether you've helped in classrooms, supported events, or cheered us on from behind the scenes, this morning is for you!
Come enjoy breakfast, smiles, and a small token of our big appreciation as we honor the time, energy, and heart our volunteers pour into our school community.
| - Friday, May 15 |
| - 8:30-9:30 AM |
| - Serra Mesa Campus Auditorium |
| - 2285 Murray Ridge Rd 921230
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Hope to see you there - RSVP today!
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Our Groovy End of the Year Field Days are just around the corner for our K–5 students, and this year’s theme is all about fun, color, and good vibes!
Students will rotate through a variety of exciting stations, including games, bubbles, and art activities—so come ready to move, create, and cool off! Some stations will include opportunities to get wet, adding to the fun of this end-of-year celebration.
Important: Please send in a white item for all K-5 students to be tie-dyed by Tuesday, May 12. -- This could be a t-shirt, socks, a bandana, a pillowcase, or a hand towel - no large towels.
-- Please pre-wash the item and send it in a bag labeled with your child’s name. Prewashing helps the dyes absorb.
-- If you are unable to send in an item, that’s ok; we will make sure everyone has something to tie-dye.
All Field Day Details here!
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Grab some Elevate gear today! ...Golden Eagles T-shirts, sweatshirts, water bottles, hats, and more! Ten percent of each purchase will go directly to The Elevate School Foundation which supports Elevate's Mission.
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