Weekly Bulletins
March 21, 2025
Happy Spring Midland families!
- Copy Paper Drive - 3/24 to 4/11
- VAPA – 3/27
- Rattler Rock Assembly – 3/28
- Spring Picture Day – 4/1
- VAPA – 4/3
COPY PAPER DRIVE – 3/24 to 4/11
We’re kicking off a Paper Drive at Midland Elementary to help support our classrooms!
How can you help?
Donate a ream of white 8 ½ x 11 copy paper (please label it with your student's name and teacher) and in return, your student will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win a Catered Lunch with the Principals!
When: Starting Monday, March 24th through Friday, April 11th
Where: Drop off your donations in the front office or your student’s teacher
The more paper you donate, the more raffle tickets you can earn for your chance to win! This is a fun way to support our school while giving your child a chance to enjoy a special lunch with our amazing principals.
Let's make this Paper Drive a success and help stock our classrooms for the rest of the year!
Thank you for your generosity and support!
Crossing Guard Position at Midland
Midland families please consider applying for the Crossing Guard Job Posting.
Click on the job link to apply:
https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/powayusd/jobs/4858964/crossing-guard-29505
PROGRESS Reports – Trimester 2
Parent access to Trimester 2 student progress reports via Synergy ParentVUE will be available on Thursday, March 20th at 5:00 pm. For instructions on how to access your child’s progress report, please click here for the parent directions in English or here for the Spanish version.
Spring Picture Day – Tuesday, 4/1
Spring picture day is Tuesday, April 1st. Dress your best and bring your smile. See attachment for more information.
Midland Yearbook Pictures
The yearbook team is looking for pictures of your kids! If you have any pictures from field trips, activities at the school or in the classroom please upload them to Treering. Instructions for uploading pictures to Treering.
Midland passcode is 101537828141667.
If you have any questions, please email [email protected]
READING DIFFICULTIES RISK SCREENER UPDATE
What is the CA Reading Difficulties Risk Screener?
The CA Reading Difficulties Risk Screener (RDRS) is a tool that is used annually with all K-2 students to assess their early reading skills. The RDRS is used to identify students who may be at risk of reading difficulties and need additional support in reading and literacy to ensure success in school. The RDRS screening process will begin in the 2025-2026 school year.
Why is the RDRS important?
The screener helps identify reading difficulties in the primary grades, giving students the best chance to improve their reading skills. By identifying challenges early, teachers can offer targeted support and interventions that help all students become confident readers. Early identification and support lead to better outcomes in literacy and overall academic success.
How does the RDRS work?
The screener will be administered to students in the primary grades (Kindergarten through 2nd grade) through a series of short assessments focused on foundational reading skills. The results help teachers understand where a student may be struggling and whether further assessment or intervention is needed.
RDRS Community Input Meeting – 4/1 @ 5:00pm
Learning Support Services will be hosting a Community Input Meeting on April 1, 2025 from 5:00-5:45 pm. We invite parents and community members to join our Community Input Meeting to ensure all voices are heard in selecting new learning materials for our schools. Community feedback is essential in choosing resources that support student success, reflect our district’s values, and align with educational goals. This meeting will be held via Zoom, and can be accessed HERE.
For more information, please click here for an infographic explaining the RDRS selection process and timeline.
PUSD 2025-2026 Continuing Student Registration is open!
Online Continuing Student Registration will be open until March 31, 2025. We MUST receive a completed digital packet for all returning students. This will allow for proper placement of your student for the 2025-2026 school year. This annual digital process allows a family to complete one single “family” packet instead of completing one packet per student. Packets can be completed using any computer, tablet or smartphone with an internet connection.
Continuing Registration Steps:
- Login and complete the digital registration packet via the online registration portal found here.
- Review and complete any required forms located at the conclusion of the process. A packet is not considered finalized until this step is completed.
Please note: MEDICATION FORMS or ADDITIONAL SIGNED SITE SPECIFIC FORMS WILL NOT BE COLLECTED UNTIL SCHOOL BEGINS IN AUGUST FOR THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR.
Forgot your username or password? Need technical help? You can retrieve your username as well as reset your password by visiting https://password.powayusd.com and clicking the button that represents the help you require. Technical help is also available by sending an email to [email protected].
Please email your current Principal as soon as possible if you do not plan to return to PUSD for the 2025-2026 school year.
Thank you for your attention to this important process,
The PUSD Enrollment Team
¡La inscripción para estudiantes que continúan en el PUSD 2025-2026 está abierta!
La inscripción en línea para estudiantes que continúan estará abierta hasta el 31 de marzo del 2025. Debemos recibir un paquete digital completo para todos los estudiantes que regresan. Esto permitirá la colocación adecuada de su estudiante para el año escolar 2025-2026. Este proceso digital anual permitirá que una familia complete un solo paquete "familiar" en lugar de completar un paquete por estudiante. Los paquetes se pueden completar usando cualquier computadora, tableta o teléfono inteligente con conexión al Internet.
Pasos para la inscripción de los alumnos que continúan:
- Inicie la sesión y complete el paquete de registro digital en línea en el portal ParentVue: https://sis.powayusd.com/Packet
- Revise y complete los formularios requeridos ubicados al final del proceso. Un paquete no se considera finalizado hasta que no se complete este paso.
Tenga en cuenta: LOS FORMULARIOS DE MEDICAMENTOS o FORMULARIOS ADICIONALES FIRMADOS ESPECÍFICOS DE SU ESCUELA NO SE RECOGERÁN HASTA QUE COMIENCE LA ESCUELA EN AGOSTO PARA EL AÑO ESCOLAR 2025-2026.
¿Se le ha olvidado su nombre de usuario o contraseña? ¿Necesita ayuda técnica? Puede recuperar su nombre de usuario y restablecer su contraseña visitando https://password.powayusd.com y oprimiendo en el botón que representa la ayuda que necesita. La ayuda técnica también está disponible enviando un correo electrónico a [email protected].
Por favor, envíe un correo electrónico a su director actual lo antes posible si no planea regresar al PUSD para el año escolar 2025-2026.
Gracias por su pronta atención a este importante proceso,
El equipo de inscripción del PUSD
2025-2026 TRANSFER INFORMATION
The Poway Unified transfer window opens on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 8 a.m.! If you live within the Poway Unified boundaries and want your child to attend a school different than your assigned school, submit your request online through the Transfers page on the PUSD website. (This includes siblings of current students.) Please make sure to still enroll your child at their assigned school of residence when new student enrollment opens on April 1, 2025. Transfer requests can only be processed once your child is enrolled in their school of residence. The transfer request window will close on March 31, 2025 at 5 p.m.
TK IS A FULL-DAY PROGRAM FOR 2025-26
Full Day TK in Poway Unified!
We have some exciting news regarding our district’s TK program! Beginning in the 2025-26 school year, PUSD Transitional Kindergarten will be a full-day program.
The range of age-eligibility will also expand - children who turn four-years-old on or before September 1, 2025, will be age-eligible for TK. (Students who turn five-years-old on or before September 1, 2025 will be age-eligible for Kindergarten). Enrollment for TK for 2025-26 school year opens on April 1, 2025. Please feel free to share this news with your friends and neighbors who have children in this age range.
Smartwatch and Cellular Phone Policy
Per Poway Unified School District Board Policy Article 5.0, Section 5.29, Midland Elementary School adopted the following guidelines:
● Phones must remain off during school hours, 7:40 am – 1:45 pm, Phones/watches may be kept in a backpack during school hours.
● Smart watches with phone capability must remain in airplane mode or school mode until dismissal. Violation of this policy will result in confiscation.
● Approved use times are before/after school hours, before/after on-campus event/after school activity and by special permission from school staff.
● Violation of phone policy will result in confiscation of phone/watch/device by school staff.
● Phones/watches will be confiscated and may be returned to the parent/guardian.
● Repeated violations of phone policy will result in permanent loss of phone privilege on campus; parents will be notified.
● Phones must have identification of owner (name).
● School is not liable for damage caused to phones, devices or smartwatches.
Digital Citizenship
In PUSD, we are committed to ensuring your child's online safety and privacy. As students engage in digital spaces—whether playing multiplayer games, using educational apps, or exploring new interests online—it’s crucial they understand the importance of keeping their personal information safe. With guidance on avoiding scams and protecting their digital footprints, students can enjoy learning and fun online while staying in control of their privacy. Families play an important role in helping children navigate these topics and establishing healthy, safe digital habits. Below are some Privacy and Security tips to share with your family.
Managing Screen Time
Managing screen time is an essential part of supporting children’s well-being and academic success in today’s digital world. Technology offers incredible opportunities for learning and creativity, but maintaining a healthy balance is key. Setting clear boundaries and encouraging mindful tech habits at home helps children develop the skills they need to navigate their digital lives responsibly. By working together to create a balanced approach to technology use, we can empower students to thrive both in and out of the classroom.
- Elementary Resource: How Much Screentime is OK for My Kids?
- Secondary Resource: 4 Conversations to Have with Older Kids and Teens About Their Screen Time Habits
Midland Parent Groups
Click on the following links to get updated information from our parent groups:
- Parent Teacher Association (plans school events): PTA News
- Midland Educational Foundation (fundraises for school initiatives): MEF News
File attachments:
MIDL Picture Day Flyer_4-1-25.pdf