Principal Update
On Thursday, we had the most EPIC Crew Celebration! We launched our EPIC Run Fundraiser and, celebrated Mr. Abel for National Custodian’s Day, recognized Mrs. Booten and Ms. Ennis’ classes for the highest Attendance percentage for September, and announced the Winners of the PTA Membership Contest - Mrs. Yabut’s Kinder class and Ms. Sautia’s 3nd grade class! So much celebration with our Wholeschool Crew!
Our EPIC RUN is our main PTA fundraiser of the year which supports fieldwork, teacher mini-grants, school events, student incentives, and more! Our goal is to raise $12,500 for the school and we have prizes for individuals, classrooms, and schoolwide prizes! If we meet our goal, Mr. Blanchard will die his hair! Donate now online at 99 Pledges (opens in a new tab)! Save the date for Oct 14th for our EPIC Run - families are invited to come and watch! The specific schedule will be announced next week.
Lastly, we are looking forward to seeing students and families at our first round of Student-Led Conferences on October 8th and 9th. There is no school on these days but students and families should attend SLCs together at their scheduled time. It is not too late to schedule your SLC if you haven’t already! Please reach out to your child’s teacher on Rooms to schedule. Classes that have 100% attendance will select one student to silly string their teacher!
In Crew Always,
Krystle Miller,
Principal
EPIC RUN 2026 – Conway Academy of Expeditionary Learning
Event Details
- EPIC Run: Wednesday, October 14, 2026
- Pledge Window: October 1 – October 18
- Location: Conway Academy
Fundraising Goal
Help us reach our goal of $12,500!
GATE Testing
The Escondido Union School District is pleased to announce that the testing window will be opening for Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) identification. All 2nd-grade students will have the opportunity to participate in universal screening in November. In addition, parents and teachers may recommend students not previously screened in grades 3 through 8 to be screened for GATE eligibility. Parents can pick up the Parent Background and Input Form in the school’s front office starting on October 5th and should return it to the school by Friday, October 30th. A school team will review requests and determine which students will be eligible to be screened in November. For more information, please visit our district website or stop by your school office.
PTA
Conway Swag is here!
The Conway Swag link is now live!
Click on the button below to purchase Conway Swag and show school spirit every Thursday.
Estimated delivery date is 2 weeks after a paid purchase has been submitted. Items will be delivered to students.
Fall Scholastic Book Fair
Students will be able to earn the following prizes by reaching individual, class and schoolwide goals!
The Fall Scholastic Book Fair is coming to Conway the week of October 5-8. Students and families are welcome to shop before and after school in the library. The book fair will also be open Thursday all day, so make sure you stop by before or after your student led conference.
Students can shop cash-free with an eWallet account. eWallets remain from year to year. You are able to transfer funds between children. Share with family and friends!
Visit the Conway Elementary Scholastic Book Fair website below to create an eWallet for your student.
Volunteers Wanted!
Help run the bookfair anytime between 7:30 am - 7 pm.
Help pack up the book fair on Friday, October 9 between 8-10 am.
Please contact Xochitl Maldonado our family liaison for more information.
Fall Scholastic Book Fair at Conway Academy of Expeditionary Learning
Funds raised during the book fair will go towards programs that will benefit all Conway students.
Dates
October 5–8
Hours
Before School
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: 7:30 am – 7:55 am
After School
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: 2:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Thursday
- 7:30 am – 7:00 pm
Location
In the Library
EPIC Run 2026
Conway Academy Epic Run 2026 Individual Prize List
Individual Prize List
Raise the amounts below to earn the corresponding prize:
- $1 — Sticker & Cougar Paw
- $25 — Front of the Lunch Line Pass
- $50 — Mystery Box String Prize
- $100 — Squishmallow
- $150 — LED Strip Lights
- $250 — Squishy
- $400 — Scooter & Helmet
Conway Academy Epic Run 2026 School Prize List
School Prize Milestones
- $2,500 — Music At Lunch
- $5,000 — Mrs. Miller wears a wig for the school day (school vote)
- $7,500 — Staff Eats Baby Food
- $10,000 — Staff Gets Pied In the Face
- $12,500 — Mr. Blanchard Dyes His Hair
KIDS FREE IN OCTOBER 2026
Kids Free in October 2026 – San Diego Museum Council
Kids Are Free This October!
Details
- Presented by the San Diego Museum Council
- Kids are free at participating San Diego museums throughout the month of October 2026
Did you know that kids get in free to participating museums in October? Check out this list of places and details and plan a family trip to take advantage of this offer! Explore Kids Free in October 2026 (opens in a new tab)
Community School Needs Survey
At Conway Academy, our crew works best when we work together! The Community School Needs Survey gives us the opportunity to better understand how we can support our students, families, and neighborhood.
By taking a few minutes to complete this survey, you help shape the programs, resources, and services brought directly to our campus. Whether it’s academic support, after-school opportunities, or family resources, your feedback drives our success.
Breakfast and Lunch Menus
All EUSD students have access to no-cost breakfast and lunch. Families can view our new online menus (opens in a new tab). Select your school and menu to see what is being served every day.
Upcoming Events
September 29
ELAC & Crew with Principal Miller 5 pm
September 30 Last Day of Conway PTA Membership Contest
October 1 Feeding San Diego Food Pantry 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
October 2 Spirit Day: Live Like Larry Day - Wear Orange
October 5 - 9 Scholastic Book Fair
October 8 & 9 NO SCHOOL Student Led Conferences
October 14 EPIC Run
October 23 Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat 4:30 - 7 PM
October 30
Spirit Day: Wear costume or Black & Orange
Costume Parade 8 - 8:30 am