Principal’s Message
We just completed the first eight weeks of the school year! As I walk through campus each day, I continue to see students excited to see their friends, engaging with their teachers, and trying new things. Our staff works hard each day to make sure all learning is exceptional and that the school runs smoothly. I can say that I am very impressed and proud of the learning I see each day.
Parent Corner with Ms. Mercedes
COMPACT Resident Leadership Academy invites you to come learn how you can be a community advocate! Carolina Plancarte will share tools and bring community speakers to help you become a community advocate. Join us on Wednesdays at 5 pm in room 21. For more information call: (760) 839-4515
Private Driveways Around Juniper School
Please do not park or block entrances/exits in private driveways, apartment complexes, or private roads around Juniper School. As a member of the community, we strive for positive relations with our neighbors. Thank you!
Parent Conferences
On October 6th & 7th parents and teachers will have an opportunity to work together to discuss your student’s progress. Teachers have already sent home conference times. Please reach out to your child’s teacher if you have not received a time. Conferences will be held in person or via Zoom.
No School, Oct. 6 and 7
Due to parent conferences, students will not have school on Thursday, Oct. 6 and Friday, Oct. 7.
ASB News
Congratulations to our newly elected ASB council! We are excited to see the positive changes you will make at Juniper this year!
President: Briana Ramirez
Vice President: Danna Ruiz
Secretary: Alanie Hernandez
Treasurer: Ramia Prince
Spirit Days
October 14
Stuffed Animal Day
Red Ribbon Week
October 24 - 28
Each year, we celebrate Red Ribbon Week across our nation. This week is designed to discuss staying healthy and ways that we can take care of our bodies. We discuss healthy choices with age appropriate lessons. There will be several activities throughout the week, including spirit days. Please see the October calendar for Spirit Day information.
Red Ribbon Spirit Days
Monday Oct. 24: Red Day “Take a stand against Drugs”
Tuesday Oct. 25: Sunglasses Day “Shade out Drugs”
Wednesday Oct. 26: Neon Day “I’m too bright for Drugs”
Thursday Oct. 27: College Day “My future is Drug Free!”
Friday Oct. 28: Unicorn/Jaguar Day “Unicorns & Jaguars are unique don’t do drugs”
Juniper PTA
We have an exciting fundraiser on Oct. 13th! We are partnering with Raising Cane’s in support of the programs at Juniper. Please bring your family and friends for a delicious dinner! See you there!
Juniper Halloween Parade
A favorite Juniper tradition returns: The Halloween Parade! Students can dress in their costume & families are invited to the parade! Costume protocols will be shared before the date. Mon, Oct. 31st at 8:15 am.
Toys on Campus
There’s been an increase of toys being brought on campus. Just a reminder that toys are not allowed on campus. Thank you for checking your child’s backpack every day.
GATE: Gifted and Talented Education Program
EUSD’s GATE program provides instruction and support that meet the unique and diverse educational needs of students.
All 2nd graders will participate in universal screening for GATE identification in November.
For grades 3rd - 8th parents and teachers may submit a referral for GATE screening. A school team will review referral requests and determine students’ eligibility for screening.
GATE Dates
Sept. 26 - Oct. 14: Referral forms are available in the front office.
Oct. 14: Parent forms are due to the front office
Nov. 1 - Dec. 2: GATE screening conducted for all EUSD 2nd graders and students with approved referrals.