What a fantastic kickoff! Our EUSD families turned out in force this past Saturday for the opening games of the Spring 2026 Flag Rugby season. It was an incredible start to our 5th season, and we are so proud to continue our partnership with the Legion Foundation to provide this high-energy experience for our student-athletes. The fields at Rincon Middle School were buzzing with sportsmanship and skill, setting a wonderful tone for the weeks of competition ahead. If you missed the action or want to plan for the next match, you can find the full season schedule at eusd.org/page/rugby-schedule-spring-2026—we look forward to seeing you all back on the sidelines next weekend!
Here are this week’s updates and reminders.
Summative ELPAC:
Students in kindergarten through grade eight who are classified as English learners will take the Summative ELPAC (English Language Proficiency Assessments for California) every year until they are reclassified as proficient in English. Administration of the Summative ELPAC began in EUSD on Monday, February 2, and will continue through Friday, May 29. Each school has a specific testing window within the EUSD window. If you have questions, please reach out to your child’s teacher or principal. To learn more about the ELPAC, go to the Starting Smarter Website.
Library programs:
The library is hosting a free Lunar New Year celebration from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Saturday, February 28, in the North County Mall Center Court, Level 1. The event will include a visit from the Three Treasures Cultural Arts Society, which will provide lion dancing and a Kung Fu demonstration. View this flyer from the Escondido Public Library (PDF) for more information on the celebration. Escondido Public Library Flyer (Spanish PDF)
San Diego Festival of Science & Engineering
Join Illumina and Love STEM San Diego for a day of discovery and fun at the San Diego Festival of Science & Engineering! Families are invited to enjoy more than 100 hands-on activities, exciting experiments, live performances, reptiles, rockets, prizes, and more. This FREE community event is perfect for all ages and a great way to spark curiosity and creativity in young minds. The event is scheduled for Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at Petco Park in San Diego.
Resources for Food Assistance
We want to make sure families are aware of local resources that offer free food and support for those who may need it. Here are a few options available in our community:
Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need help connecting with these resources.
Breakfast and Lunch Menus:
All EUSD students have access to no-cost breakfast and lunch. Families can view our new online menus. Select your school and menu to see what is being served every day.
– Luis Rankins-Ibarra, Superintendent of Schools