Etiwanda School District

Once again, it's time to spread positivity throughout the Etiwanda Community! Nominate an outstanding student, dedicated teacher, or anyone making a positive impact for a well-deserved high five tomorrow! Please send a photo along with some details to dosocialmedia@etiwanda.org, and we'll showcase it on your behalf. The submission deadline is Friday at 9 a.m. Don't miss out!

We're thrilled to announce that AAPEAC is awarding a special recognition to Ms. McCall, an exceptional teacher at Summit Intermediate! Ms. McCall embodies true dedication, always checking in on her students, greeting them with a warm smile, and fostering relationships that make students feel supported and empowered to succeed. Thank you, Ms. McCall, for your unwavering commitment to your students' well-being and success!

We have an exciting author event coming up that is fun-filled and supports our school libraries. On Friday, April 19, 2024 Bess Kalb will be present at our Buffalo Fluffalo Author Event at Barnes & Noble in Rancho Cucamonga from 5:30-7:30 PM. There will be fun activity stations, puzzles, and drawings. A percentage of in-store sales from this event will benefit our school libraries. Please feel free to reach out to library@etiwanda.org with any questions.

Etiwanda School District will hold a regularly scheduled Board of Trustees Meeting on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 6:30 pm. Use this link to access the meeting agenda: http://meetings.etiwanda.org/

This week's wellness spotlight shines on the importance of veggies! What's your child's favorite veggie? Share your go-to green (or orange, or red) for a chance to inspire others to add more veggies to their plates!

We invite you to our upcoming Parent Event, led by our dedicated C.A.R.E.S. Counselors! The focus will be on "Comprehending & Assisting Youth During Times of Concern." Save the date: April 16, 2024, from 6-7 PM, hosted via Zoom. This event warmly welcomes the entire Etiwanda Community. Secure your spot by registering on the district website or simply scanning the QR Code provided. See you there!

What a great turnout at the 5th District PTA Reflections Award Ceremony at Golden Elementary last Thursday! We appreciate their unwavering support for our schools and students. Special thanks to Principal Jeff Sipos for hosting such a fantastic event!

Exciting announcement! This week, we're excited to highlight the poster entries from Etiwanda Colony Elementary. Numerous talented 5th graders took part in the Annual Cucamonga Valley Water District Poster Contest. Remember to check back every Friday as we showcase three entries from each school.

A huge shout-out to Heritage Intermediate and Mrs. Heinecke's EL UA class for an engaging 'Shark Tank' project-based learning opportunity! The students unleashed their creativity and presented some fantastic concepts.

Let's give Penny, a 2nd grader from Perdew Elementary, a big high five today! She recently rocked the ice at a figure skating competition in Thailand, taking first place in her age group and first place overall for her level! Way to go, Penny

Mrs. Buchiarelli is getting a high five this Friday from her class! Best teacher ever!

Mrs. Izaguirre's 4th grade class is getting a huge high five today! They worked super hard and crushed their iReady Stretch Growth, acing the third assessment! Plus, they've chosen a class pet - meet Bowser, their adorable class hermit crab! Can you spot him?

Last week, Terra Vista hosted their annual multicultural event, and wow, what an incredible turnout! Timberwolves had the opportunity to immerse themselves in diverse cultures, expanding their horizons and fostering understanding.

AAPEAC is shining a spotlight on the incredible efforts of the administration at West Heritage Elementary. Principal Vittorio's unwavering commitment to ALL students and amplifying AAPEAC's voice is truly inspiring. Dr. Voglezon's contagious school spirit fills us all with the energy we need. Thank you for the nonverbal communication that our kids hear loud and clear!

We have an exciting author event coming up that is fun-filled and supports our school libraries. On Friday, April 19, 2024 Bess Kalb will be present at our Buffalo Fluffalo Author Event at Barnes & Noble in Rancho Cucamonga from 5:30-7:30 PM. There will be fun activity stations, puzzles, and drawings. A percentage of in-store sales from this event will benefit our school libraries. Please feel free to reach out to library@etiwanda.org with any questions.

We asked our elementary students to create a poster that shows how important attendance is to academic success! Here's the top posters from Perdew Elementary for the K-2 grade category. Don't forget to strive for 5 or fewer absences, be on time every day, and attend school all day.

Celebrating student success stories! Meet Yara and Lucas from East Heritage Elementary, superior swimmers making waves at Fontana Aquatics Club. Their dedication and talent have earned them multiple awards in their age groups. Keep swimming towards greatness!

Even though the eclipse was yesterday, the excitement continues! Here are a few more photos from yesterday's event.

Wow, what a day it's been for our Etiwanda students exploring the wonders of the eclipse!

Etiwanda students dive into eclipse education today, exploring the wonders of the cosmos!