October 2026 Bronco Family Newsletter

Dear NB Ranch Families,

Welcome to October! September was a full and exciting month as our Broncos got into the full swing of the school year. Walking through campus, it is inspiring to see our students hard at work reading, writing, solving math problems, exploring social studies, and diving into curious science topics each day.

September also marked the start of our Ranch Explore classes for our K–5th grade students. Our teachers are leading dynamic choice classes on a wide variety of topics from painting and volcanoes to game design and photography! In addition, we hosted our monthly Ranch Round Up, where students meet in mixed-grade "family" groups that stay together throughout their years at NB Ranch. This month's focus was on positive self-talk, directly building on the message of The Energy Bus that we started the year with. Be sure to scroll down in this issue to check out the giant Energy Bus display outside our library showcasing our students' incredible work!

A huge thank you to our PTA and to all the families who joined us for our Bronco Kickoff! It was a massive success, and it was wonderful seeing so many of you spending time together and celebrating our school community.

I also have some very exciting campus news to share! First, we will be receiving a brand-new TK/K play structure, which will be installed later this school year, which is a wonderful upgrade for our youngest Broncos. Second, our entire school exterior will be getting a fresh coat of paint this coming summer! A fresh look will make a huge difference for our campus.

As we move into a busy fall season, please make sure to scroll through the rest of this newsletter for important information regarding GATE testing, Parent-Teacher Conferences, upcoming PTA events, and more. Also make sure to check out our "Week at a Glance" which are brief newsletters that come out each Monday morning.

Thank you for your ongoing partnership and support.

Warmly,
Mrs. Power
Principal

World Day of Bullying Prevention & Spirit Week (Oct 5–7)!

As part of World Day of Bullying Prevention, this week we have one more spirit day:
Tomorrow, Wednesday, October 7th — Kindness Day! Wear a shirt with a positive/inspiring message or bright colors to spread joy throughout our school!
Thank you for helping us build a kind, inclusive, and supportive community at North Broadway!

ATTENDANCE CHALLENGE: THE TEACHER/STAFF SUMO SHOWDOWN!
Broncos, we have a HUGE challenge for Parent-Teacher Conference week! If our school reaches 93% attendance on BOTH Wednesday, Oct 7th and Monday, Oct 12th, our teachers and/or staff will step into the ring for an epic Inflatable Sumo Wrestling Match!
Every student, every classroom, every day counts! Help us hit our 93% goal so we can watch our teachers battle it out in giant inflatable sumo suits. Let's show up, Broncos!

The Pink Ladies of Attendance:

Ms. Simone, Ms. Susie,
Ms. Kim, Mrs. Power.

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.

This Workshop will be rescheduled for Winter/Spring 2027. Stay Tuned.

Beyond the Sandbox!
A 6-Session Creative Journaling Journey for Moms

Step out of the everyday hustle and back into yourself.
Motherhood is beautiful, busy, and exhausting. You spend so much time pouring into others; this is your space to pour back into you.

• Reflect & Reconnect: 6 guided sessions exploring identity, unpacking motherhood, mental load, and future dreams through guided prompts.
• Create & Keep: Express yourself with hands-on, visual journal pages using photos, collages, watercolors, and paper crafts.
• Community & Connection: A judgment-free space to enjoy honest conversations and meaningful support with fellow moms who truly get it.

Includes Full Creative Supply Kit & Journal! Just bring yourself; all paper, craft supplies, adhesives, and writing materials are provided.
Tuesdays from 8:30-10:30 am. English & Spanish sessions available!
English - Every other Tuesday
Spanish - Every other Tuesday
Sign up here: Beyond the Sandbox registration form(opens in a new tab)
Presented by Susie, our Family Liaison.

Engagement in your student's education is essential to their ongoing academic success. If you haven't done so, please complete the following Family Engagement Survey (Google Form) (opens in a new tab) to help us plan for the 2026-2027 school year. We look forward to working together with you this year.

Sign up for a FREE Dental Service. If your child does not have a dentist, has not been seen by one in over 6 months, or if your child is currently enrolled in Medi-Cal or is uninsured, then your child is eligible for this program, and Neighborhood Healthcare will see them at no cost to you. They will come to NB Ranch on Friday, October 23rd. Please complete the enrollment form that you received and return it to the office, or complete the digital form (opens in a new tab). For questions, contact Dacia Ruiz ([email protected]) 442-268-8353.

If you haven't signed up yet, please do so with your child's teacher or by calling the office at 760-432-2479. Our goal is to meet with 100% of our families in October. The parent conference is a time for us to build a partnership and plan for your child's success in the 26/27 school year. Please see the Family Engagement Section below with helpful tips. There is no school on Oct 8th and 9th to allow time for these meetings.

5 Things You Can Do to Make the Most of Your Parent-Teacher Conferences
NB Ranch’s Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled from Wednesday, October 7th to Friday, October 10th
Parent-Teacher Conferences provide an opportunity for parents to share information, ask questions, learn about their child’s school performance, and develop goals and action plans with their child’s teacher.
To prepare for these important meetings, parents may consider the following:

• Talk with your child about what they are learning in school, what they most enjoy or what is easy for them, and what they find challenging.
• Be prepared to share information you think your child’s teacher needs to know as they work with your child this year.
• Write down any questions you may have for the teacher in advance.
• Identify the most important questions and ask these first.

Remember – a regular parent-teacher conference is only 15-20 minutes. If you feel like you need additional time, let your child’s teacher know in advance. Be ready to be an active participant in the conference. As a partner in your child’s education, you may be asked to help set goals and be a part of an action plan written to support your child’s success.
For more ideas on ways parents can prepare for conferences, go to Get tips for your parent-teacher conference (opens in a new tab)

We will be celebrating Red Ribbon Week at NB Ranch the week of October 26th - October 30th. Red Ribbon Week is a nationwide campaign where schools unite to raise awareness of the dangers of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. The theme for this year’s Red Ribbon week is Make a Difference, Be a Hero. Stay Drug Free!
This campaign allows us to educate students about a healthy and drug-free lifestyle, while helping our school remain safe from alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. We have a fun schedule of activities, classroom lessons, and spirit days planned for Red Ribbon Week.
Monday, 10/26 RED-y to Be Drug Free - Wear red!
Tuesday, 10/27 Super Hero Day: Be Drug Free - Dress up as a Superhero character or a real-life hero: doctor, nurse, firefighter, military.
Wednesday, 10/28 Wacky Wednesday- Enjoy life drug-free! Wear crazy hair, crazy socks, or mismatched clothes, etc.
Thursday, 10/29 Team up against drugs! Jersey Day. Wear your favorite sports team shirt/jersey.
Friday, 10/30 Fall Festival: Parade of Characters. Dress up as your favorite character! Parade and contest winners announced.

We start the day with a Parade of Characters on the upper blacktop from 8:15 - 8:45 AM.
Students are invited to dress up as their favorite show or movie character.
Families are encouraged to join us for the parade. Family viewing areas are the sidewalk above the blacktop and the ramps on the side. Parking is very limited. Staff will be parking on the lower blacktop to allow for some extra visitor parking, but walking from the park or Country Club Lane is recommended. Please do not park in the drive-through drop-off lanes.
Students should arrive at school in their costumes and have a set of clothes to change into following the parade. Students may place costumes in their backpacks or an extra bag from home. Please see the map for family viewing.

Costume Expectations: To promote a safe and responsible school culture at NB Ranch, we ask that students dress culturally sensitively, free of blood, and have no weapons of any kind. Large costume accessories and masks that make it difficult for students to see or walk safely should not be worn at school.

PTA Fall Craft Night
Come and join the NB PTA for a completely FREE Family Craft Night! We will have a few crafts for all ages, as well as pizza, pumpkin pie, & apple cider to enjoy! Please RSVP so we can know how many will attend so we can do our best to prepare crafts and food for everyone! This is a great chance to hang out and meet new families! https://tinyurl.com/FallCraftNight2026

This is NOT a drop-off event; all children must be accompanied by an adult.

PTA Restaurant Night
Come join us at Shakey’s Pizza for a fundraising Pizza Party on Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 4-9 pm!
We’re having a pizza party to help raise money for our group, so bring your family and friends and meet us at Shakey’s. While we’re there, Shakey’s will donate 25% of the menu price of any food purchase we make to support our group. If you have a hectic schedule, you can still help because take-out orders count too. Call ahead, and you can pick up dinner on the fly! Don’t forget the date and bring your appetite; we’ll bring the fun!

Shakey’s location: 355 N Escondido Blvd. Phone: 760-796-7748

Year-Long Fundraiser: LABEL DADDY
No More Mix-Ups or Lost Items
Peel-and-stick name labels keep track of the things your kids don't.
Order with the link below.
Link to order customized name labels on Label Daddy (opens in a new tab)
25% of your order helps support North Broadway Elementary School

PTA School Supply Drive
Our PTA is sponsoring a school supply drive to support all students.

Check out the Amazon wish list (opens in a new tab) for specific needs to each grade! Donations can be dropped off to Room 1 or the main office. If you send them in with your student, please label them PTA Supply Donation and our teachers will get them to the right place.

Have you joined our PTA yet? Join our PTA online (opens in a new tab) today!
Every Thursday is PTA Ice Cream Day! Everything is $1!
Purchase your Bronco Spirit gear at the PTA Square Store (opens in a new tab).

Order your 2026-27 Yearbook NOW!!
Good news...Yearbooks are 10% off!!
Link to purchase a school yearbook on TreeRing using school passcode 1016007983144528. (opens in a new tab)

If you have any questions, contact Kim in the office!

EUSD is proud to offer no-cost before and after-school programs for the 2026-27 school year. Programs are funded through After School Education and Safety (ASES) grants and Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP) funds. These state-funded programs have eligibility criteria but are accessible to all, subject to capacity. Priority enrollment will go to foster/homeless youth, students eligible for free or reduced price meals, and English learners. Before and after school programs are offered at all in-person EUSD schools. Find out more on the EUSD before and after school page (opens in a new tab).
To contact the YMCA at North Broadway please email: [email protected] or call: 619-964-0420.