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Conway · Weekly Update · October 9, 2026
Conway Academy of Expeditionary Learning

Community Crew News #10

Principal Update

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Hello Conway Families,

Our students worked incredibly hard on their Student-Led Conferences this week! We are so grateful that our families could hear directly from our Cougars about their goals, progress, and next steps. We take immense pride in this work and in everything that empowers our students to become Leaders of Their Own Learning. A heartfelt thank-you to our dedicated staff, translators, students, and families for making this week so special! If you were unable to attend your child’s conference, please reach out to their teacher through Rooms. We deeply value our partnership with families and want to ensure every student has the opportunity to share their growth with you.

EPIC Run Update - Our EPIC Run Fundraiser is in full swing!

The fundraiser runs through Sunday, October 18th, with our main EPIC Run taking place this Wednesday, October 14th. Check out our 99Pledges fundraiser page for all the details and to make a donation!

Milestone Rewards & Crew Celebrations: If we meet our goals, we have some fantastic incentive activities planned for our Crew Celebrations on October 15th and 22nd:
UNLOCKED! Mrs. Miller will wear a wig for the day!
$7,500 Goal: Staff eats baby food
$10,000 Goal: Staff gets pied in the face
$12,500 Ultimate Goal: We get to dye Mr. Blanchard’s hair!

Family Spectators Welcome: We invite families to come cheer on our students as they show perseverance during the EPIC Run!

EPIC Run Schedule Wednesday, Oct 14:
8:15 AM – 6th Grade
8:30 AM – 1st Grade
8:45 AM – Kindergarten
9:00 AM – 2nd Grade
9:15 AM – 3rd Grade
9:30 AM – 4th Grade
9:45 AM – 5th Grade
10:20 AM – TK / Pre-K
Note: Students will head outside 15 minutes before their run time to warm up and get into position.

Quick Reminders & Weekend Note: Please remember that toys and gum are not permitted at school. Thank you for your support in keeping these expectations clear for our students.

Have a wonderful weekend, Cougars—we look forward to seeing everyone back on Monday!

In Crew Always,

Krystle Miller,
Principal

PTA

Conway Swag is here!

Four t-shirts in green, dark green, pink, and blue display a Conway Academy Cougars logo featuring a cougar mascot face.

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 Festival and Trunk or Treat

We are so excited to host our Annual Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat on Friday October 23 from 5-7 pm.
This evening event is open for families and students.
We will have opportunities for families to host a Trunk, volunteer with set up/clean up and so much more!
Please click on the Sign Up Genius Link provided below to sign up to host a Trunk or volunteer.

A colorful fall-themed school event flyer featuring a decorated car trunk with pumpkins, a scarecrow, candy, prize punch cards, and a food truck illustration.

Conway Academy Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat

Friday, October 23 — 5 pm to 7 pm

Free Admission!

Activities

  • Games
  • Crafts
  • And more!

Prizes

To earn prizes, purchase 1 punch card for $3 or 2 for $5.

Decorate Your Trunk

Prizes will be awarded to the best decorated trunks!

Costumes

Costumes welcome!

\No masks or scary costumes\

Candy Donations

Candy donations needed! NO PEANUTS.

Food

Food vendors will be on site.

KIDS FREE IN OCTOBER 2026

A colorful promotional banner featuring a blue airplane pulling a banner with the San Diego Museum Council logo, announcing free admission for kids 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.

Red Ribbon Week Spirit Days

We are a Healthy and Responsible Crew!
Show your Crew Spirit every day the week of October 26-30.

A school flyer on a red chevron background listing daily spirit day themes for Red Ribbon Week, illustrated with small clothing and costume graphics.

Red Ribbon Week Spirit Days October 26-30

Spirit Days Schedule

Monday, October 26

  • Wear Red

Tuesday, October 27

  • Wear Stripes or Patterns

Wednesday, October 28

  • Crazy Hair or Sock Day

Thursday, October 29

  • Fictional Character Day

Friday, October 30

  • Costumes

Upcoming Events

October 14 EPIC Run

October 23 Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat 4:30 - 7 PM

October 26 Wear Red

October 27 Wear Stipes or Patterns

October 28 Crazy Hair or Sock Day

October 29 Fictional Character Day

October 30 Costume (Must be school appropriate)
Costume Parade 8 - 8:30 am (Families welcome!)

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