Let's close out the *calendar* year with the last Spirit Week of 2025. Check out our #SpiritWeek themes and be on the lookout for ASB’s (@MissionMS_ASB) messages throughout school. Bring the Holiday Spirit this week, Wildcats!
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Holiday Spirit Week 2025 ...

MONDAY, 12/15:
CHRISTMAS VACATION DAY
Wear Hawaiian shirts, sunglasses, leis, etc.

TUESDAY, 12/16:
CHRISTMAS CARD DAY
Get a big group of friends and dress the same

WEDNESDAY, 12/17:
CANDY CANE DAY
Wear all red and white or red and white stripes

THURSDAY, 12/18:
POLAR EXPRESS DAY
Wear pajamas

FRIDAY, 12/19:
CHRISTMAS CHAOS DAY
Wear as many Christmas accessories as you can

about 10 hours ago, Aaron Nguyen-White
A flyer for the Holiday Spirit Week
Look at what we have here: Mission's very own #SnackShack (opening soon). In the immortal words of @Weezer, "... Take me back, back to the shack ..." 👀
2 days ago, Aaron Nguyen-White
Mission's new Snack Shack (from the right)
Mission's new Snack Shack (straight on)
Mission's new Snack Shack (from the left)
Mission's school logo on the Snack Shack (from the left)
Tonight (December 11th, 2025): EUSD Board of Education Annual Organization Meeting at the Carilyn Gilbert Education Center, 2310 Aldergrove Avenue. 7 p.m. open session (6 p.m. closed session). Zoom link https://zoom.us/j/551974247. Agenda: https://eusd.org/agenda
4 days ago, Escondido Union School District
Board of Education Meeting
FYI, Wildcats and Wildcat Families … Please join us for our 2nd Annual Holiday Cafecito *next* Wednesday, December 17, from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. in our MPR! Grab your family and your friends and come share some coffee or champurrado and holiday treats! There will be games, holiday activities, treats for everyone, and it's totally FREE! Just bring your family, your smile, and your awesome personality, and let's have some fun! We hope to see you there! 👍🎄✌️☕️
4 days ago, Aaron Nguyen-White
An English language flyer for this year’s Holiday Cafecito
A Spanish language flyer for this year’s Holiday Cafecito
Wildcats and Wildcat Families, here is Information for Thursday's (December 11) Community Food Distribution @ Farr Elementary School ... 3:00 - 4:30 PM or until food is gone Farr Avenue Elementary School 933 Farr Avenue Escondido, CA 92026 To VOLUNTEER or for more information, please contact ... Maribel Valle (Family Liaison) mvalle@eusd.org (760) 432-2452 ×16827 First time participating? Please complete an INTAKE FORM so we can issue you a card to use monthly. This will ensure a more efficient and smoother process. Thank you for your interest. Please share this information with your family and friends. Food Distribution Dates for the 2025-2026 School Year: August 21, 2025 September 18, 2025 October 23, 2025 November 13, 2025 December 11, 2025 January 22, 2026 February 26, 2026 March 26, 2026 April 30, 2026 May 21, 2026 June 4, 2026
5 days ago, Aaron Nguyen-White
An English language flyer for the Community Food Distribution
A Spanish language flyer for the Community Food Distribution
Wildcats and Wildcat Families, we have a Mission ASB Fundraiser on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at El Pollo Loco here in Escondido (1408 East Valley Parkway)! 40% (!) of net sales from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM will go to our Mission Middle School ASB (@MissionMS_ASB) to help cover costs for the many activities they organize and provide for all of you. We hope we can count on your support, and we will see you there! 😋🤤👍👊🍗🌮🌯🥤
6 days ago, Aaron Nguyen-White
A flyer for the Mission Middle School ASB Fundraiser at El Pollo Loco

FYI, Wildcats and Wildcat Families …

ORDER YOUR MISSION SPIRIT GEAR!!!

1) Scan the QR Code (click HERE to order your Mission Spirit Gear online)

2) Choose Your Gear & Delivery Option

3) Wear your gear every Wednesday!

This online store is open for 2 weeks from 12/1 to 12/15. Orders delivered to the school will be given to students in Advisory when they arrive. Orders will arrive 2 to 4 weeks after the end date! All sales are final!

13 days ago, Aaron Nguyen-White
A flyer to order your Mission Spirit Gear online
FYI, Wildcats and Wildcat Families … Here are the events and activities ASB (@MissionMS_ASB) has planned for the month of December ... REMINDERS: eSports Lunch Reward Every Monday for 15 PRIDE Passes at the Wildcat Warehouse i-READY DIAGNOSTIC TESTING 12/2 to 12/12 KONA ICE Tuesday, 12/2 After School EL POLLO LOCO FUNDRAISER Wednesday, 12/10 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM DECEMBER BIRTHDAY TREATS Thursday, 12/11 After School COMMUNITY FOOD DISTRIBUTION Thursday, 12/11 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM Farr Elementary School DECEMBER SPIRIT WEEK Monday, 12/15 to Friday, 12/19 WILDCAT SUCCESS CEREMONIES Tuesday, 12/16 8TH GRADE COLLEGE PANEL Wednesday, 12/17 All Day in the Library MINIMUM DAY SCHEDULE Friday, 12/19 WINTER BREAK (NO SCHOOL) Monday, 12/22 to Monday, 1/5
14 days ago, Aaron Nguyen-White
A calendar of ASB Events and Activities for December 2025

FYI, Wildcats and Wildcat Families …

We are #MissionDriven to support you and your students in their academic success! We welcome you to participate in any of our scheduled Family Engagement events for December 2025 ...

PARENT TEACHER STUDENT ASSOCIATION (PTSA) *BOARD* MEETING
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Mission Middle School (Room 6)

COMMUNITY FOOD DISTRIBUTION
Thursday, December 11, 2025
3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Farr Avenue Elementary School

PARENT TEACHER STUDENT ASSOCIATION (PTSA) MEETING
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Mission Middle School (Room 6)

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"PARENTS LEARNING TO BE BETTER PARENTS" WORKSHOP SERIES (Dr. Beatriz Villarreal)
Presented in *SPANISH* only
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Mission Middle School (Library)

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3
Topic: Bullying: Education and Prevention

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4
Topic: Mental Health: Emotional Intelligence, Depression, Anxiety

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10
Topic: Internet Risks and How to Control Technology

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FAMILY BOOK CLUB
"The Four Agreements"
9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Hidden Valley Middle School (Room 30)

Thursday, December 4
Thursday, December 11
Thursday, December 18

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WEEKLY MORNING PARENT PROGRAM

Fridays, 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Mission Middle School (Room 6)

1st Friday of the Month (December 5)
MORNINGS WITH RACHEL (SOCIAL WORKER) WORKSHOP
Topic: Mental Health Awareness

2nd Friday of the Month (December 12)
COFFEE WITH THE PRINCIPAL

3rd Friday of the Month (December 19)
FAMILY ENGAGEMENT WORKSHOP
Topic: Family Preparedness

4th Friday of the Month (not held this month due to Winter Break)
CHATS WITH THE COUNSELORS WORKSHOP

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Please take the Parent Survey LINKED HERE to get involved

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If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact either ...

1) Maribel Valle
Family Liaison
(760) 432-2452 x16827
mvalle@eusd.org

Family Liaison Request Form: LINKED HERE

OR

2) Kimberly Palm
Community Schools Coordinator
(760) 432-2452 x16912
kpalm@eusd.org

15 days ago, Aaron Nguyen-White
Page 1 (of 2) of the English language Family Engagement Calendar for December 2025
Page 2 (of 2) of the English language Family Engagement Calendar for December 2025
Page 1 (of 2) of the Spanish language Family Engagement Calendar for December 2025
Page 2 (of 2) of the Spanish language Family Engagement Calendar for December 2025

FYI, 8th Grade Wildcats and Wildcat Families …

Great news! EUSD is offering a 5-day/4-night camp experience for 7th and 8th Grade students during Spring Break (April 6-10, 2026) at ***no-cost*** to families provided by EUSD's Expanded Learning Program. This camp opportunity is SEACAMP San Diego, an organization outside the Escondido Union School District.

SEACAMP includes a week of exciting marine exploration and learning. Students will engage in highly physical, interactive activities, such as marine labs, snorkeling, kayaking, boogie boarding, walking to beaches and among tide pools, and even a boat trip. Through these activities students will learn concepts in the fields of oceanography, marine biology, ecology, and physiology. Campers will also learn about careers in these various fields.

If your 8th Grade Wildcat is interested in this Spring Break opportunity, please fill out the Interest Survey Google Form LINKED HERE by December 5, 2025
👍

Questions? Contact ...
Stephanie Kopet (EUSD Extended Learning, Intervention, & Enrichment Department)
760-432-2189
skopet@eusd.org

24 days ago, Aaron Nguyen-White
An English language flyer for this year’s SEACAMP San Diego 8th Grade Camp
A Spanish language flyer for this year’s SEACAMP San Diego 8th Grade Camp

FYI, 6th Grade Wildcats and Wildcat Families …

Great news! EUSD is offering a 5-day/4-night camp experience for 6th Grade students during Spring Break (April 6-10, 2026) at ***no-cost*** to families provided by EUSD's Expanded Learning Program. This camp opportunity is CAMP CUYAMACA which is part of San Diego County Office of Education's (SDCOE) Outdoor Learning Program.

During Spring Break 2026, 6th Graders will have the chance to explore Cuyamaca Outdoor School in the Cleveland National Forest. The program incorporates trail experiences and citizen scientist projects to create hands-on learning that is meaningful, memorable, and fun. For many students, the weeklong, overnight experience transforms how they feel about science and themselves as learners.

If your 6th Grade Wildcat is interested in this Spring Break opportunity, please fill out the Interest Survey Google Form LINKED HERE by December 5, 2025 (space is limited and participation will be lottery-based)
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Questions? Contact ...
Arturo Fuentes (EUSD Extended Learning, Intervention, & Enrichment Department)
760-432-2366
afuentes@eusd.org

24 days ago, Aaron Nguyen-White
An English language flyer for this year’s Camp Cuyamaca 6th Grade Camp
A Spanish language flyer for this year’s Camp Cuyamaca 6th Grade Camp

Calling all Wildcat Alumni!!! We are holding our annual College Panel for our 8th Grade Wildcats on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, and we are looking for college students (both current and graduated) to come share their pearls of wisdom about how to succeed in college, as well as what they can do now and in high school to prepare to succeed in college. If you are interested in being a panelist, please fill out the Google Form linked HERE
🎓🏫🎓🏫🎓

#OnceAWildcatAlwaysAWildcat

CC: @SraLuevanos_MMS, @EUSD_Learns, @TeamEUHSD, @WeAre.EHS, @OrangeGlenPride, @OGHSavid, @MiddleCollegeOG, @SPHSGoldenEagles, @SPHS.AVID

26 days ago, Aaron Nguyen-White
A flyer for this year’s College Panel
FYI, Wildcats and Wildcat Families … MISSION COMMUNITY, HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? The Mission Community Schools Advisory Committee (CSAC) consists of parents, students, teachers, staff, and community members (agencies). We come together to foster a more productive, efficient, and positive learning environment for our students and community. We share ideas and perspectives and develop solutions for our community in alignment with the Four Pillars of Community Schools: 1) Integrated Student Supports, 2) Expanded & Enriched Learning Time and Opportunities, 3) Active Family & Community Engagement, and 4) Collaborative Leadership & Practices. Join us for our *second* meeting: November 19, 2025 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM Mission Middle School, Room 2 Families Welcome! Questions? Contact ... Kimberly Palm (Community Schools Coordinator) (760) 432-2452 x16912 kpalm@eusd.org
27 days ago, Aaron Nguyen-White
An English language flyer for this year’s second meeting of the Mission Community Schools Advisory Committee
A Spanish language flyer for this year’s second meeting of the Mission Community Schools Advisory Committee

FYI, Wildcats and Wildcat Families …

Mission Middle School and Hidden Valley Middle School jointly present ...

FAMILY BOOK CLUB

Join us for a thoughtful 5-week reading journey through "The Four Agreements", a timeless guide to personal growth and healthy relationships. Based on the best-selling book by Don Miguel Ruiz. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or community member, this book offers simple, powerful tools for building a more peaceful life at home, school, and beyond.

WHAT TO EXPECT ...

Weekly gatherings for five weeks
Family-friendly discussion in a safe and welcoming space
Journaling, reflection, and real-life applications
Snacks and materials provided
English and Spanish sessions available

Family Book Club meetings will take place at ...

Hidden Valley Middle School
2700 Reed Road
Escondido, CA 92027

Room 30 (Family Engagement Center)
9:00 AM

On the following Thursdays ...
November 13 and 20
December 4, 11, and 18

Interested in Joining? Sign up today by registering HERE

For more information, contact ...

Maribel Valle
Family Liaison (MMS)
(760) 432-2452 x16827
mvalle@eusd.org

OR

Jeimy Moran
Family Liaison (HVMS)
760-432-2457 x23833
jmoran@eusd.org

about 1 month ago, Aaron Nguyen-White
An English language flyer for the Family Book Club
A Spanish language flyer for the Family Book Club
FYI, Wildcats and Wildcat Families … You are invited to attend a District sponsored Substance Use Prevention Workshop Presented by North Inland Substance Use Prevention (NISUP). Join us to learn about the following topics ... OPIOID AND FENTANYL CRISIS OVERDOSE RECOGNITION NALOXONE TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDED (all participants will receive a Naloxone kit) The workshop will take place Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at ... Hidden Valley Middle School 2700 Reed Road Escondido, CA 92027 Room 30 (Family Engagement Center): 12:00 PM (Spanish Session) 12:30 PM (English Session) For more information, contact ... Jeimy Moran Family Liaison 760-432-2457 x23833 jmoran@eusd.org
about 1 month ago, Aaron Nguyen-White
An English language flyer for the Substance Use Prevention Workshop
A Spanish language flyer for the Substance Use Prevention Workshop
Wildcats and Wildcat Families, here is Information for Thursday's (November 13) Community Food Distribution @ Farr Elementary School ... 3:00 - 4:30 PM or until food is gone Farr Avenue Elementary School 933 Farr Avenue Escondido, CA 92026 To VOLUNTEER or for more information, please contact ... Maribel Valle (Family Liaison) mvalle@eusd.org (760) 432-2452 ×16827 First time participating? Please complete an INTAKE FORM so we can issue you a card to use monthly. This will ensure a more efficient and smoother process. Thank you for your interest. Please share this information with your family and friends. Food Distribution Dates for the 2025-2026 School Year: August 21, 2025 September 18, 2025 October 23, 2025 November 13, 2025 December 11, 2025 January 22, 2026 February 26, 2026 March 26, 2026 April 30, 2026 May 21, 2026 June 4, 2026
about 1 month ago, Aaron Nguyen-White
An English language flyer for the Community Food Distribution
A Spanish language flyer for the Community Food Distribution

Tonight (November 6th, 2025): EUSD Board of Education Regular Meeting at the Carilyn Gilbert Education Center, 2310 Aldergrove Avenue. 7 p.m. open session (6 p.m. closed session). Zoom link https://zoom.us/j/551974247. Agenda: https://eusd.org/agenda

about 1 month ago, Escondido Union School District
Board of Education Meeting
Wildcats and Wildcat Families, we have a Mission Band Fundraiser Night coming up on Wednesday, November 5 at Panda Express on East Valley Parkway. 20% of all purchases made during the fundraiser will be donated to the Mission Middle School Band. We hope we can count on your support, and we will see you there! 👍👊🐼🥟🥡🥢🥤
about 1 month ago, Aaron Nguyen-White
An English language flyer for the Mission Middle School Band Fundraiser at Panda Express
A Spanish language flyer for the Mission Middle School Band Fundraiser at Panda Express

FYI, Wildcats and Wildcat Families …

We welcome you to participate in any of our scheduled events. We are “On a Mission” to support you and your students in their academic success! Here are our scheduled events and dates for November 2025 ...

PARENT TEACHER STUDENT ASSOCIATION (PTSA) BOARD MEETING
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Mission Middle School (Room 6)

COMMUNITY FOOD DISTRIBUTION
Thursday, November 13, 2025
3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Farr Avenue Elementary School

COMMUNITY SCHOOLS ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CSAC)
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Mission Middle School (Room 2)

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"PARENTS LEARNING TO BE BETTER PARENTS" WORKSHOP SERIES (Dr. Beatriz Villarreal)
Presented in *SPANISH* only
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Mission Middle School (Library)

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12
Topic: Education is Power

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19
Topic: Positive Discipline/Boundaries

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20
Topic: The Truth About Drugs: Marijuana/Vaping/Fentanyl

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WEEKLY MORNING PARENT PROGRAM

Fridays, 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Mission Middle School (Room 6)

1st Friday of the Month (November 7)
FAMILY ENGAGEMENT WORKSHOP
Topic: Fundamentals of Youth Development

2nd Friday of the Month (November 14)
COFFEE WITH THE PRINCIPAL

3rd Friday of the Month (November 21)
MORNINGS WITH RACHEL (SOCIAL WORKER) WORKSHOP
Topic: Motivation and Self-Image

4th Friday of the Month (not held this month due to Thanksgiving Break)
CHATS WITH THE COUNSELORS WORKSHOP

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Please take the Parent Survey to get involved (a clickable link can be found at the LINK IN our BIO)!

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If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact either ...

Maribel Valle
Family Liaison
(760) 432-2452 x16827
mvalle@eusd.org

OR

Kimberly Palm
Community Schools Coordinator
(760) 432-2452 x16912
kpalm@eusd.org

about 1 month ago, Aaron Nguyen-White
Page 1 (of 2) of the English language Family Engagement Calendar for November 2025
Page 2 (of 2) of the English language Family Engagement Calendar for November 2025
Page 1 (of 2) of the Spanish language Family Engagement Calendar for November 2025
Page 2 (of 2) of the Spanish language Family Engagement Calendar for November 2025
FYI, Wildcats and Wildcat Families … Mission Middle School presents the "Parents Learning To Be Better Parents" workshop series with Dr. Beatriz Villarreal. THIS WORKSHOP SERIES WILL BE PRESENTED IN *SPANISH* ONLY. The topics for this workshop series will be ... WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12: Education is Power WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19: Positive Discipline/Boundaries THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20: The Truth About Drugs: Marijuana/Vaping/Fentanyl WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3: Bullying: Education and Prevention THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4: Mental Health: Emotional Intelligence, Depression, Anxiety WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10: Internet Risks and How to Control Technology Workshops will be held in the Mission Middle School Library from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Coffee will be available. Childcare will be available in Room 6. For more information, please contact ... Maribel Valle (Family Liaison) (760) 432-2452 x16827 mvalle@eusd.org
about 1 month ago, Aaron Nguyen-White
A Spanish language flyer for the "Parents Learning To Be Better Parents" workshop series