Week at a Glance - October 19th

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 this 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.

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).

Dear English Learner Families,
We will reschedule our English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) meeting for November!

This is a special opportunity for parents of English Learners to:
Share your ideas and concerns to help improve programs for our students
Learn about resources and supports for English Learners
Be part of important decisions that affect your child’s education
Connect with other families and build community

Your voice matters, and your participation makes a difference!
We truly value your experiences and perspectives, and we want to hear from you.
We hope to see you there; together, we can support our students’ success!

ATTENDANCE CHALLENGE: THE TEACHER & STAFF SUMO SHOWDOWN!
Our students and staff had so much fun during our epic Inflatable Sumo Showdown!
Thank you for showing up and making every day count!
The Pink Ladies are working on a new Attendance Challenge! Stay tuned!

We know that news and reports of recent ICE activity in our broader Escondido community can bring up deep feelings of anxiety, fear, and uncertainty for many of our families and children. Please know that we are right here beside you, ready to listen, help, and keep our community feeling safe and supported.

First and foremost, we want to reassure you that NB Ranch is, and will always be, a safe and welcoming place for every single one of our Broncos and their families. Our highest priority is your child's safety, emotional well-being, and sense of belonging.
To help ease any worries about our campus environment, we want to share our district protocols:

* Strict Visitor Protocols and Closed Campus: All visitors are screened upon entry to campus with our video doorbell system. All visitors need to state their purpose, be given entry by our office staff, and sign in with a valid ID before entering campus. All campus doors are closed except during drop-off and dismissal.
* Law Enforcement Protocols: We do not permit state or federal law enforcement agencies on our school campus without proper documentation. Any official request or documentation must be submitted directly to our District Superintendent, Andrew McGuire, at the District Office for review and approval.
* A Safe Environment for Learning: Our classrooms have dedicated daily crew time to support our campus routines, care, and stability, ensuring our students feel safe and nurtured every day.

Our entire staff is dedicated to walking alongside your family with love, care, and compassion. If your child is feeling anxious, or if your family needs extra support, resources, or simply someone to talk to, please do not hesitate to reach out at 760-432-2479.

We are here for you:
Megan Power, Principal
Ms. Simone, School Social Worker
Susie Urrutia, Family Liaison

Escondido High School Pumpkin Fest
Celebrate fall with the Escondido High School FFA & Ag Boosters at their annual Pumpkin Fest on October 24 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the EHS Farm (1535 N. Broadway)! Families can enjoy carnival games, tractor rides, a petting zoo, face painting, crafts, food, vendors, and more, including the chance to pick your own pumpkin from the pumpkin patch. Admission is free, so bring the family and enjoy a fun fall day in our community!

Escondido Street Festival!
Get ready for some EUSD fun, families! EUSD is excited to be part of the Escondido Street Festival (opens in a new tab): Gather on Grand, happening Sunday, October 25, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in downtown Escondido! And we’re showing up in style! Our incredible EUSD students and staff will be out in full force, bringing hands-on activities, interactive experiences, and live student performances to the heart of Grand Avenue. It’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the creativity, talent, and amazing things happening in our schools while enjoying a fun-filled day with our community.
Admission is free, so bring the whole family, stop by to say hello, and come see EUSD shine beyond the classroom! We can’t wait to see you there!

Need more info?If you like to see more detailed information, check
this link to our October newsletter: Link to our newsletter (opens in a new tab)