November 2026 Bronco Family Newsletter

A note from our Interim Principal
Hello Broncos!
I am so excited to be back at North Broadway and to have the opportunity to serve as your interim principal for the next few weeks.
For those of you who don’t know me, I have a special history with this school. I actually taught 5th grade here and later served as an assistant principal. North Broadway will always hold a special place in my heart, and it feels wonderful to be back!
Although I am officially retired, I am definitely keeping myself busy with travel, work, and spending time with my two beautiful grandbabies. My husband and I are so fortunate to have the family close by.
I hope you will take a moment to say hello and introduce yourself. My door is always open, and I would love the opportunity to get to know you. I’m looking forward to working alongside all of you, supporting the wonderful things happening on campus, getting to know your children, and enjoying our time together.
Here’s to our time learning and growing together.
Best wishes,
Marta Baker

Trimester 1 Progress Report Cards are Coming!
Trimester 1 ends on 11/13. Trimester Progress Report Cards go home with students in backpacks on the minimum day, 11/20. Please see this helpful resource: A Parent’s Guide to Elementary Standards-Based Progress Report Cards - English (opens in a new tab) | Spanish (opens in a new tab)

Veterans Day
NB Ranch will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, in observance of the Veterans Day holiday.

As we mentioned at the start of the year, we took your feedback from last spring to heart regarding how we celebrate attendance. We know that strict 'Perfect Attendance' rewards can create unfair pressure when kids are genuinely sick and need to stay home. That is why we moved away from 'Perfect Attendance' and are focusing on 'Outstanding Attendance.' We want our Broncos at school every day they are healthy and able, but your child's health always comes first.

This year, we are encouraging everyone to 'Strive for 5 (or Less)!' To recognize consistent, healthy attendance, students can earn an Outstanding Attendance Bronco Tag at each milestone:
1st Trimester: 1 or fewer days absent
2nd Trimester: 3 or fewer total days absent
End of Year: 5 or fewer total days absent

Thank you for working with us to build great habits and keep our school community healthy and thriving!

The Pink Ladies of Attendance:

Ms. Simone,
Ms. Susie,
Ms. Kim.

Our annual Red Ribbon Week was a big success! The students learned about making healthy choices for the bodies and the harms of alcohol, tobacco, and drugs through fun spirit days, contests, and activities. Check out some of our photos below!

Coffee with the Principal
You are warmly invited to join us for a special coffee with the principal. Friday, November 20th at 8:30 am in Room 1.
This will be a wonderful opportunity to welcome our new incoming principal.
We hope you can join us for coffee, cookies, conversation, and community. Share your thoughts, ideas, needs and how we can serve both our parents and students better. All in a welcoming environment!
We look forward to seeing you there!

ELAC Meeting
Friday, November 20th at 9:30 am in Room 1
The English Learners Advisory Committee (ELAC) provides an opportunity for parents to voice their interests in the school system. By working directly with the principal, teachers, and staff, our members participate in establishing priorities, planning the educational program, defining goals, and evaluating the school's academic effectiveness.
Members also facilitate communication among the school, parents, and the community.

Come and learn about the programs and support services we offer English Learners. Be a positive voice for helping your child succeed. Provide advice and feedback to our North Broadway Community about the needs of our EL Students.

Family Engagement Survey
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 Monday, November 16th.
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.

Dear NB Ranch Families,
We are thankful for you!
As we prepare to take time off from school from November 23-28, 2026, for the Thanksgiving break, we would like to express our gratitude to everyone who has helped to create a school routine for our students. Daily routines are essential for reducing stress and creating a sense of security for students and adults.
We are also grateful to our families for continuing to share the message with their children that school is an important part of life!
Please take steps to keep your child healthy and send them to school unless they are truly sick. Every day of school is an important opportunity for students to learn as well as connect to peers and teachers.
We thank:

• Our students and families who do their best to show up to class every day even when it isn’t easy.
• Our teachers who have gone above and beyond to help make school a welcoming learning environment where students can thrive.
• Our administrators who help us work together to ensure we are healthy and safe, feel a sense of community, and experience an engaged learning environment.
• Our many, many helpers - the support staff and community volunteers who give helping hands and provide the attention our children need.Thank you for partnering with us!

If your family or child needs additional support, please do not hesitate to contact your SEAT team at 760-432-2479.

Happy Holidays! Sincerely, the NB Ranch SEAT Team
Simone Haleftiras, Social Worker, [email protected]
Susie Urrutia, Family Liaison, [email protected]
Kim Jackson, Attendance Clerk, [email protected]

Restaurant Day
Treat yourself and support our community!
Stop by Yogurtland on Wednesday, November 4th, from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Yogurtland will give back 100% of sales!
Yogurtland Escondido, Promenade Shopping Center, 1284 Auto Parkway
Just mention our school or show your flyer at checkout.
Bring your family, enjoy some delicious frozen yogurt, and help us make a difference, one scoop at a time!

North Broadway PTA Winter Fundraiser
All of our students should've received their fundraiser packets.
ORDERS DUE BY: 11/10/2026
REGISTER, SHARE, & SHOP: by following the link to their website shop.com (opens in a new tab)
With your help, we will be raising money for field trips, family engagement activities, NB Ranch supplies & more! We are asking every student to REGISTER & SHARE with 5 or more supporters to reach our group goal! We are counting on these funds for the benefit of every child. This funding does not come from other sources, so your participation, at any level, is very helpful! Thank you for your support!

HOW TO PARTICIPATE:
1. REGISTER today at ShopFund.com to sell online using our group code RUPTJ
2. Use the included order form to sell items in person - checks can be made payable to: North Broadway PTA. Order forms must be turned in by Tuesday, 11/10/2026

800+ items available online PLUS take your order form to work, practice & other places to raise more!
Questions? Reach out to Christiana Moen at [email protected] or (818)468-9737

Believe Kids provides prizes for selling the following number of items: 1, 3, 6, 11, 16, 24, 40, 60, 80, 100, & 175 (prizes vary based on availability)

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.

The San Diego County Office of Education and Computers 2 Kids are partnering to help families access affordable refurbished computers with free lifetime technical support.
Families are invited to attend one of the following upcoming computer events:
Event 1: Vista High School
Saturday, November 7, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Vista High School
1 Panther Way, Vista, CA 92084 (opens in a new tab)

Event 2: Kearny High School
Saturday, December 5, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Kearny High School
1954 Komet Way, San Diego, CA 92111 (opens in a new tab)

Each computer includes free lifetime technical support.
How to Register
Please refer to the attached flyer for the appropriate registration link and instructions for the event you wish to attend. Families should complete the registration application and provide all required information.
For additional information, contact Computers 2 Kids at [email protected], call (858) 200-9788, or visit Get a low-cost computer from Computers 2 Kids (opens in a new tab).
Thank you for helping spread the word!

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. For more information, please visit our district website or stop by your school office.

Order your 2026-27 Yearbook NOW!!
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.