Dear parents,
I cannot believe that we are now approaching the middle of July. Our office is buzzing with excitement as we continue to work arduously in preparation for the new school year. Charles Bowden once said, “summertime is always the best of what might be”. That is the approach we take at MDJDA, taking advantage of the summer to continue to develop professionally, grow in our approach to curriculum and instruction, and advance our mission of educating the next generation of bilingual, faith-filled, global leaders. We are both engaged in a constant reflection of the school year we just completed and are re-energized by the potential of the new school year. I hope your summer is allowing you and your family to find that time to reflect and re-energize. Continue to enjoy the summer and we will see you soon.
Blessings,
Leticia Oseguera
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IMPORTANT DATES
- Back to School Night and Family BBQ: Friday, August 16th, 5:30-8:00 pm
- First Day of School: Wednesday, August 21 *Minimum days all week: August 21, 22 & 23 (ECEP provided)
- Thanksgiving Break: November 27-29
- Christmas Break: December 20-January 6
- Easter Break: Monday, April 6 - Friday, April 17
- Last Day of School: Friday, June 5
IMPORTANT DATES
FOR 2019-2020
Please take a look at this document showing all of the important dates for the 2019-2020 school year. Please remember to plan vacations or family trips accordingly.
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Hello Families,
I hope you have been enjoying your time with your children. Just as this summer continues to be a learning experience for you and your children, I have also taken the time to continue my learning. Together with Mrs. Varela, Mrs. Poqui, Mrs. Guerrero, and Mrs. Oseguera, I traveled to Boston to participate in the TWIN-CS Summer Academy. This Summer Academy reminded me how we are all a light for those we encounter and how even in the darkness, we must come together to create light. Psalm 28:18 reads “For it is you who lights my lamp; the Lord my God lightens my darkness”. Mater Dei has been a source of light for me.
Enjoy your summer!
Cristina Torres
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MEET SOME OF OUR NEW TEACHERS
We are so excited to welcome Laura Bistrić
, Paulina Gorban, Emily Badala Guerrero and Nelly Ortega to our team.
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Laura Bistrić is our 4th
grade Spanish Core Teacher. She attended Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in Bogotá, Colombia, where she received a B.A. in Modern Languages. She started her career as an educator in a bilingual school in Colombia and then she came to the United States in 2013 to be part of a cultural exchange program in North Carolina. She earned her Masters in Education at Elon University, NC and she taught in dual language immersion programs for 5 years. Her philosophy in education is inclusive because she has taught in two different countries to a variety of learners from different backgrounds and with varied learning styles. She is passionate about learning from other cultures and languages, as well as teaching and learning environments where love, respect and kindness empower the upcoming generations. Laura feels blessed to join our loving and caring MDJDA community and she is looking forward to keep growing professionally and spiritually.
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Paulina Gorban is our new 5th/6th grade Spanish Language Arts and Science teacher. Originally from Orange County, Paulina completed her college education in San Diego. After earning her Bachelor's degree in Spanish, she returned to San Diego State University to complete the Multiple Subject Bilingual Teaching Credential program. She began her teaching career in Philadelphia as a Spanish Teacher and continued teaching at Lincoln International School in Buenos Aires. As a first generation American, with strong Argentine roots, Paulina brings passion for the Spanish language and culture in her return to San Diego. She feels honored to become a part of the Mater Dei Juan Diego Academy community where through education, they foster exemplary bilingual global citizens.
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Emily Guerrero is our 4th grade English Core teacher. Emily grew up in San Francisco, California. She has been a teacher for seven years in Dual Immersion schools in the Chula Vista Elementary School District. She received her Elementary Teaching Credential and Master’s degree in Elementary STEM from the University of San Diego. As a teacher, she creates a community of learners by fostering collaboration and positive relationships. Emily is extremely excited to bring her passion and dedication for teaching to Mater Dei Juan Diego Academy and to become a part of the MDJDA family.
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Nelly Ortega is our 5th/6th grade ELA and Math core teacher. She recently graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics. With over 7 years of experience in education, she is elated to be a part of the MDJDA family. Having been raised in a tight-knit Catholic family herself, she is thrilled to work at a school whose mission is to achieve academic excellence while living a Christ-centered life.
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ECEP
Families can now enroll in the ECEP program. The deadline to enroll is Monday, August 12th, 2019. Please read the handbook, then complete the enrollment form and turn it in to Mrs. Figueroa by August 12th.
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SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Supply kits can now be purchased directly from the school. We purchased extra kits for those families who missed the June 30th deadline. As soon as the store is set up on our website we will inform those of you who still need your supply kits. The kits will be delivered directly to the students’ classrooms. The only additional items to purchase are backpack, lunch bag, water bottle and headphones if needed.
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UNIFORMS
The uniforms will remain the same for the 2019-2020 school year. The only change is the addition of some new options for our 6th graders. 6th grade parents received more information regarding these new options. On our
website
you will find links to our partners, Educational Outfitters and A&M for all your uniform needs.
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Summer School 2019 has been a success. We want to thank Mrs. Faina Salter for leading the summer session as well as all the summer school teachers and aides whose love and dedication to the students was apparent every day.
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SUMMER ASSIGNMENTS
We hope your student has enjoyed their summer assignments in Math, English and Spanish. Please remember that all assignments are due to your student’s homeroom teacher on August 21st, the first day of school. If you have any questions regarding the summer assignment, please contact Mrs. Figueroa in our front office.
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IT'S SUMMER…
but we continue learning!
Teachers and administrators at Mater Dei Juan Diego Academy spent some time this summer learning from some of the top leaders in education.
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Two-Way Immersion Network for Catholic Schools (TWIN-CS)
In late June, Mrs. Oseguera along with Mrs. Torres, Mrs. Poqui, Mrs. Varela and one of our new teachers Mrs. Guerrero, traveled to Boston College to attend the TWIN-CS Summer Academy. Through this rigorous professional learning program, they were able to network and collaborate with other Catholic schools across the nation who also have dual language programs, while also sharing the amazing things happening right here at Mater Dei Juan Diego Academy.
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Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) Conference
Mrs. Valdez had the opportunity to attend the four day NGSS Conference that focuses on unpacking the next generation science standards. MDJDA is adopting a new science curriculum that is aligned with these new standards. Mrs. Valdez was able to collaborate with teachers from private schools across the state and engage in hands-on experiments in order to be better equipped to help students excel in these new standards.
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We are holding our 42nd Annual Crusader Golf Tournament on Friday, August 2 at Eastlake Country Club! All proceeds will go towards MDJDA/MDCHS Crusader Athletic Programs.
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Sky Zone San Diego will donate $5 for every jump pass sold between 7/15 - 8/15. Mention Mater Dei Fundraiser at time of purchase.
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