December 11, 2018
"BE YOURSELF. TRY YOUR BEST. NEVER BE AFRAID TO DREAM."
-SHARON CHRISTA MCAULIFFE
Our Sforzando Acapella group welcomed Whiskey Tango Trio as musical guests for our Choir supporters
Dear McAuliffe Parents and Families,

One thing that makes middle school unique is the diverse opportunities that are offered to every student. In this week's edition of The Eagle Eye we spotlight some of our clubs and the work they do to engage students in learning, to connect them with opportunities, and to prepare them for college and career. Please enjoy this club spotlight issue!

I encourage you to read through our entire issue this week to hear about clubs, LAEF class offerings, our opportunity to join Speech and Debate, and two different ways McAuliffe is giving back this holiday season.
 

Keep dreaming big, Eagles!

Dr. Ryan Weiss-Wright
Highlights

Homework Club meets after school for 45 minutes Monday through Thursday in the Media Center, we also now have Homework Club before school in Room 24.

Monday, 12/10: Drama auditions begin for Spy TV--last all week, contact aarmstrong@losal.org for paperwork.

STEAM Club 3:15 in Room 29

Tuesday, 12/11: 8:50 PTA Meeting, Regular Schedule

Wednesday, 12/12: 2:05 Dismissal

Thursday, 12/13: STEAM Club at 3:15 in Room 29

Friday, 12/14: Art Department to visit the Getty , Regular Schedule

Monday, 12/17: Regular schedule

STEAM Club 3:15 in Room 29

Tuesday, 12/18: Instrumental Music Winter Concert: A Midwinter Night's Dream, 6:30 McAuliffe MPR. Tickets available at the door.

Wednesday, 12/19: 2:05 Dismissal

Thursday, 12/20: STEAM Club at 3:15 in Room 29

Friday, 12/21: Last day for students for Winter Break (No school 12/24-1/7)

Please note the Winter Break schedule: Students return to school on Tuesday, January 8th.

For complete 18/19 School Year Calendar, click here .
ORDER SPIRIT WEAR NOW!
TO ORDER:
 
I am excited to announce the new Competitive Aquatic Supply website will be launching  Monday November 26  th .   A private Team Store has been set up specifically customized with your apparel and discounted pricing. McAuliffe Middle School families will now need a code , assigned here in this email, to enter your Team Store. This privacy code allows CAS to offer your team custom items along with discounted accessory items normally only offered when purchased in one of our retail stores.

The domain name will remain unchanged.     
  1. casswimshop.com
  2. Enter the : TEAM STORE
  3. McAuliffe Middle School team code is : MAC  (case sensitive-all caps)

Call 714.898.2655, in case you have any difficulty
New This Year: Morning Homework Club!
Homework Club is open to all grade levels Monday-Friday from 7:30-8:30 in room 24. Chromebooks as well as textbooks for all grade levels are available for student use. Mrs. Martin would love to see you at the AM Homework Club!
Drawing and Coloring Club!
Each week, we watch an instructional drawing video and complete a sketch during lunch. Students can also choose from dozens of coloring pages to color! Students love getting to do art at lunch!
Make a Wish Club!
McAuliffe Make a Wish Club is proud to announce that we are almost to our goal of granting Wish #4! Thank you to your generosity during "Minute to Give It" we were able to raise $1800!

If you would like to support our Make-A-Wish club, we offer birthday shout outs on our school marquee for a donation that goes directly toward granting our wishes!

Please visit this link to sign up!
CJSF Visits USC!
Last week our California Junior Scholastic Federation Club visited USC. They got a personalized tour from USC students and got to experience true college culture. We are so excited to get these students excited about going to college!
Supporting our Community during the Holidays
McAuliffe is a community that cares! Last year, we were able to raise funds to support our own community provide for their families during the holidays. If you would like to donate to this cause, please bring cash or gift cards to Mary McCulloch in our front office as we compile gift packages for families in our community.
Student Spotlight!
Ecstatic to announce that our 8th grader 
Alexander Russell  (after an extensive and grueling audition procedure) as been selected as a member of the SCSBOA  All-State Jazz Band.

FYI, SCSBOA is the largest professional organization serving music teachers in 11 southern counties of California. It serves over 1,000 schools in the Southern California region, affecting over 100,000 students in instrumental music. 
Alexander is one of the top 4 in that group, and he will soon be performing with the best jazz band in California!!! 
  
Go Eagles... Watch our ARTISTS soar!!!

Breakfast at McAuliffe is here!

The McAuliffe Breakfast Program started this week on December 3rd. Breakfast at school is affordable! If you qualify for free and reduced price meals, you also qualify for the breakfast program, with no additional paperwork. If you must pay, breakfast costs $2.25. Nowhere else will you find a balanced breakfast at such a low cost.

So take advantage of this opportunity to start the day on the right foot. Your child will find breakfast at school provides not only a nutritious meal but also a relaxed atmosphere for socializing with friends and siblings.
Save the Date for the Drama Production of Spy TV
Auditions are happening for the Drama Production of Spy TV the week of 12/10 and the show will be 3/19 and 3/20! Come out and try out!
Save the Date: Hearing and Vision Screening on January 10th and January 24th
8th grade students will have their hearing and vision screening on January 10th during PE. Any student that is not seen that day will have their screening on January 24th.
LosAl District Challenge: Race on the Base--February 23rd
Register Now! A friendly competition between Oak and McAuliffe to see which middle school can register the most participants in the Los Alamitos Race on the Base competition!

The Los Alamitos Recreation & Community Services Department invites you, your friends, and family to join in on the Race on the Base - Los Alamitos Unified School District Race Challenge. Get a $5 discount by using your own school code and earn credit towards your school. The code can be used by any student, faculty, friend or family member.
The school with the most race entries by their school code receives:
  1. The winning school name on a traveling championship belt
  2. A popsicle party for the whole school
  3. $500 towards your school!
  4. Register www.raceonthebase.com. Early bird registration deadline is September 30, 2018. Register before the price increase! See attached flyer for details and school code.


8th Grade East Coast Trip
8th grade students will be given priority on the trip and spaces are limited.  Click on this link for more information about the trip and how to sign up. Contact vmiller@losal.org if you have questions!


See's Candy will be distributed Friday, December 14th!
See's Candy fundraiser candy will be delivered on Friday, 12/14 during lunch and after school. If your student participated, please make sure to come and pick it up in the MPR!
Book Fair Success!
The McAuliffe Book Fair was a huge success! Thank you to everyone who came out to support our school! We hit out $10,000 sales goal, and you can still support our school by purchasing online!
The Counseling Corner is a spotlight on resources and information for parents who have adolescent children! Check back often for updates and helpful tips!
How to Take the Stress Out of the Holidays
The holidays are a wonderful time of year but yet can be very stressful and lonely for many families. Please take time to enjoy the presence of one another and the gifts that your children bring to you every day. Reach out to others, give service, and enjoy a local community events as a means for celebrating with the true holiday spirit is all about. 

Click the graphic to read the article!
This section is for all important reminders from the District and McAuliffe Middle School
NEW!!

We have Club spirit shirts for McAuliffe!
I am excited to announce the new Competitive Aquatic Supply website will be launching  Monday November 26  th .   A private Team Store has been set up specifically customized with your apparel and discounted pricing. McAuliffe Middle School families will now need a code , assigned here in this email, to enter your Team Store. This privacy code allows CAS to offer your team custom items along with discounted accessory items normally only offered when purchased in one of our retail stores.

The domain name will remain unchanged.     
  1. casswimshop.com
  2. Enter the : TEAM STORE
  3. McAuliffe Middle School team code is : MAC  (case sensitive-all caps)

Call 714.898.2655, in case you have any difficulty
LAEF Class Offerings
LAEF is excited to introduce two NEW reduced price Spring after-school classes,  Drawing, Painting & Digital Arts  and  Japanese . We are also bringing back our two ever popular classes , Debate Team  and  Girls Self Defense  at McAuliffe.   Classes begin on January 16th! Sign up at  www.LAEF4kids.org/programs .  

McAuliffe Debate Team  (1/16-5/1) – This is a 12 day class open to any student in grades 6-8. There will be optional scrambles and tournaments at  no  additional cost if students want to participate. LAEF has already paid for the registration for the year. The teacher is Dr. Arnold Weintraub, Nationally Renowned Debate Team Coach and former LAHS Speech and Debate Coach. This is a rare chance to work in a Debate Squad with fellow McAuliffe students. No prior debate experience is required. ( Wednesdays, 2:15-3:45pm  – $240)
 
Drawing, Painting & Digital Arts  (1/22-4/16) – Master the fundamental techniques of Drawing & Painting while expanding your conceptual boundaries and developing your own artistic vision! Explore digital arts through use of printer projects by progressing handmade skills to the digital realm. Students will acquire knowledge and experience in producing finalized pieces with use of a professional printer. Students will create images to tell stories, convey information, and evoke emotions. Students will learn techniques, create projects, and use processes that will allow them build a great portfolio. ( Tuesdays, 3:15-4:15pm  –  $95 )

Girls Self Defense  (1/22-5/8) – Kenpo Karate with an emphasis on practical self-defense for girls as well as empowerment. ( Wednesdays, 2:15-3:15pm  – $175)
 
Japanese  – Students will gain exposure and introduction to the Japanese language and culture through reading, writing, listening, and engaging in well-chosen activities according to their developmental stages, which will provide a foundation for further study. ( Wednesdays, 2:15-3:15pm  –  $95 )

All registration information is presented at  www.LAEF4kids.org/afterschool . Teacher bios and no class days are on our website. Multi-class discounts available – 10% off the 2nd class and 15% off any class thereafter. It is applied to a family or individual student. Call (562) 799-4700 x80424 or email  programdirector@LAEF4Kids.org .
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