San Elijo Elementary PTO Reminders

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Hills Local

SEE PTO LOGO San Elijo Elementary PTO Reminders

Tuesday - Scrip Order forms Due in PTO drop box, located by the front office.

Wednesday – Father/Daughter Dance RSVP form due in the PTO drop box or RSVP to SEESsocial@yahoo.com.  Save time the night of the dance and consider purchasing your “special treat” items in advance!  Tickets for Cold Stone, Raffle Tickets, and Halo’s will be on sale before and after school Wednesday & Friday of this week.

Thursday –Dine-Out from 4-9p at Noodles & Co. in San Marcos (Best Buy shopping center). They will generously donate 25% of all food and beverage purchases to SEES on both dine-in and takeout orders. Be sure to mention SEES when ordering.

Pennies for Patients - Please continue to bring in your loose change to your classrooms.  We had our first collection on Friday, February 3rd.  Classroom totals will be reported to the teachers this week.  Remember the class that earns the most money will receive a $50 gift card.  The LLS is looking for old cells phones that can be deposited in the Cell Phone Collections Box located in the Front Office.  The campaign ends on February 16th.

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AYSO Matrix San Elijo Evaluations

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Hills Local

matrix 300x47 AYSO Matrix San Elijo Evaluations

You are invited to:
AYSO Matrix – San Elijo
Boys and Girls Competitive Soccer Evaluations

AYSO Matrix San Elijo will be conducting evaluations for players for the Matrix Club teams for the 2012-13 season.  All Evaluations will take place at Palomar College Minkoff Field (artificial turf field).  AYSO-SE will be fielding the teams listed below..

Matrix – SE Girls Teams

Team Tryout Dates Times Date Of Birth
U10 AA-C Feb. 6 & 9 5:00-6:30pm 8/1/2002-7/31/2003
U11 AA-C Feb. 6 & 9 5:00-6:30pm 8/1/2001-7/31/2002
U12 AA-C Feb. 6 & 9 6:30-8:00pm 8/1/2000-7/31/2001
U13 AA-B Feb. 6 & 9 6:30-8:00pm 8/1/1999-7/31/2000

Matrix – SE BoysTeams

Team Tryout Dates Times Date Of Birth
U10 AA-C Feb. 13 & 14 5:00-6:30pm 8/1/2002-7/31/2003
U11 AA-C Feb. 13 & 14 6:00-7:30pm 8/1/2001-7/31/2002
U12 AA-B Feb. 13 & 14 7:00-8:30pm 8/1/2000-7/31/2001

Players need to be prepared to play soccer – please bring water and wear shin guards and cleats. Arrive 20 minutes early to check in.

Parents must accompany all players and sign a medical release form
which can be found here.

Mike Hovenic, Director of the Mike Hovenic Soccer Camps and Matrix Coach Trainer, will evaluate players and conduct the evaluations along with the respective team coaches.

Matrix-SE registration fees will be $475 for new players and $425 for returning players this season.  Click here for details on what the fee covers.

For more information on AYSO Matrix – San Elijo please visit www.matrixse.org or contact Jurgen Wurth, Matrix Director of AYSO Region 1505, at matrixdirector@sanelijoayso.org

If Matrix-SE doesn’t support the age-level team you are looking for, please check Matrix – San Marcos at www.sanmarcosmatrix.net or Matrix – La Costa at www.lacostaayso.org 

“From the beaches and the bays to the mountains and the deserts, AYSO Matrix soccer offers skilled soccer players the opportunity to play on competitive teams for a reasonable cost.”

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San Marcos issued long-awaited permits to move forward with Creek District project

Posted on February 2, 2012 by Hills Local

City officials announced today that they have received the environmental permits necessary to move forward with the highly anticipated San Marcos Creek District, a comprehensive 214-acre “downtown” specific plan between San Marcos Boulevard and San Marcos Creek.

The district will include mixed-use development, a 73-acre habitat preserve, environmental enhancements and infrastructure improvements like roadway, bridges and flood control. Its valuation at build out is estimated at $1.25 to $1.5 billion.

The project has been in the works in various forms for more than 28 years.

“This is fantastic news for the community,” said City Manager Paul Malone. “It’s also a testament to the efforts of those from the city and various resource agencies who have been working for so long on this important project.”

Three permits were issued by various resource agencies: The United States Army Corps of Engineers (Clean Water Act Section 404 Individual Permit); California Department of Fish and Game (Fish and Game Code Section 1602 Streambed Alteration Agreement); and the California Regional Water Quality Control Board (Clean Water Act Section 401 Certification).

Starting mid-February, vegetation clearing will begin in order to prepare a portion of the site for upcoming Phase 1 public infrastructure improvements between Bent Avenue and Via Vera Cruz. Construction of those improvements should get under way by late summer or early fall and will include the first portion of habitat restoration/expansion, installation of a flood wall and linear park along Discovery Street, widening of Discovery Street, construction of Creekside Drive, and construction of the Creekside Promenade.

Funding for Phase 1 improvements has already been set aside and was not fully dependent on future redevelopment dollars, which was eliminated by the Governor as of February 1. A large portion will, however, be funded by redevelopment bond dollars earmarked for this project before the move was made to do away with redevelopment. Grant funding, drainage impact fees and TransNet dollars will also help pull the necessary funding together.

“We have been preparing financially for this day for quite some time, and we’re ready to move forward,” explained Malone.

Future phases of public infrastructure will include bridges to replace the frequently flooded Bent Avenue and Via Vera Cruz creek crossings, further expansion/restoration of wetland habitat, extension of the Creekside Promenade, and construction of a new bridge at SR-78 at San Marcos Creek. These improvements will occur over roughly a five-year period following the Phase 1 projects.

While the City will pay for about $50 million in backbone public infrastructure improvements, it will rely on private developers to build the mixed-use commercial and residential portions of the district.

The first private development will be The Residences and Shoppes at Creekside, which is slated to begin construction in late fall and open about a year later. This project will be located at Grand Avenue and Creekside Drive, south of San Marcos Boulevard, and will include approximately 100 affordable apartments, 26,500 square feet of commercial space, a community garden, meeting space and small public park.

The San Marcos Creek District plan was adopted in 2007 following extensive analysis of environmental conditions and input from city decision-makers, landowners, neighbors and the community-at-large. The plan provides a comprehensive vision for “Downtown San Marcos” along with goals, policies and development standards to guide future public and private actions relating to the area’s development and conservation of open space and natural resources.

Full build out of the San Marcos Creek District is expected to take about 15 to 20 years.

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Guest Post from Kristal Jabara Council Member City of San Marcos

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Hills Local
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Kristal Jabara San Marcos City Council Member

This month I was saddened by the loss of Mr. Curt Noland, President and Senior Development Officer for Home Fed Corporation, the Master Developer for the award winning San Elijo Hills.

Having grown up with the nickname “Dirt”, by his siblings, it is no wonder Curt became an award winning community planner.  With a career spent creating homes and communities in San Diego County, he will be best known by San Marcos residence for San Elijo Hills, the picturesque community each of us calls home.  The skills he honed during his career helped shape his vision for San Elijo and a quote from 2003 makes that apparent: “I learned the importance of evaluating the significant attributes and resources of a property and developing designs to enhance those attributes.  I also learned the importance of weaving open space through the development to create a design that looks like the neighborhoods have always been there”.  I believe each of us would agree that aspiration was accomplished.

Having grown up in North San Diego County I can remember coming to “Questhaven” to hike, play, and see if the urban legends were true; for those who also grew up here you know the tales of which I speak.  It still astonishes me that those hills and trails have been transformed into an environmentally sensitive community with all the charm of a small coastal village.  San Elijo Hills is a blend of charming homes interwoven with two school campuses, open space, trails, parks, and a quaint town center.

Featured in the town center is the community Christmas tree.  In a press release from 2005 Mr. Noland is quoted with saying, “When we landscaped the town square, we planted a pine tree to be used as a Christmas tree for the community.  We selected a small tree on purpose, so we could tie the growth of the community to the growth of the tree.  During one of the tree lighting ceremonies, I was struck by the transformation in the community.  San Elijo Hills use to be my community, my responsibility, an object of my affection, a reality based on my vision.  I realized that it was no longer my community.  It was the residents’ community.  It would grow in response to their vision and commitment”.

I am blessed to call San Marcos home and equally blessed to live in San Elijo Hills, with great neighbors and friends.  My daughter plays in a cul-de-sac and on any given day I am warmed with the joyful sound of children playing.  I have said a few prays thanking Mr. Noland for that gift and I continue to pray for comfort for his family during what I can only imagine is a very difficult time. Curt leaves behind a wife and three sons who I am sure will be a bigger legacy than even the greatest of communities could ever be.  Family and friends are the true measuring stick of a life well lived, and we are fortunate enough to be left with an exceptional community in which to raise our children and build friendships that will carry on through the generations.  We have Mr. Curt Noland to thank for that gift; so thank you Curt, you will be missed.

Kristal Jabara
Council Member
City of San Marcos

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BREAKING NEWS -The City of San Marcos has been issued the Army Corp of Engineers 404 permit to beginning the Creek Project.

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Hills Local

BREAKING NEWS

The City of San Marcos has been issued the Army Corp of Engineers 404 permit to beginning the Creek Project.

The city of San Marcos has worked 28 years for these permits and they were issued this morning.  What that means is the City can immediately beginning clearing out the creek to begin the infrastructure improvements for the eventual development of a downtown San Marcos Creek project.

We will post more details as they become available.

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Arts and cultural grants to be given by San Marcos Community Foundation

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Hills Local

The San Marcos Community Foundation (Foundation) has $6,000 to award under its Arts and Cultural Grant Program for various projects or programs that meet the granting criteria of enhancing arts or cultural programming in San Marcos.

Interested applicants may apply now through April 5 for consideration. Application details are here.

Since awarding its first set of grants in 1988, the Foundation has provided nearly $1 million to non-profit organizations serving San Marcos. The Foundation acts as a non-profit public benefits corporation to provide financial and other assistance to programs that benefit the City of San Marcos. Foundation board members are appointed by the San Marcos City Council.

The San Marcos Community Foundation oversees granting of monies from three sources: an endowment, a public art in-lieu fee fund and a special wildlife fund.

The original granting program was established in 1988 when a $1 million endowment was given to the City of San Marcos by North County Resource Recovery Associates as part of a development agreement for a trash-to-energy plant. While the plant never came to fruition, the City retained the endowment under the agreement.

Since then, the Foundation has granted funds for programs or projects that have supported the San Marcos community. Funding has been granted to benefit senior programs, children and youth sports, drug and alcohol abuse prevention and daycare for pre-school and latch-key children.

In addition to the original endowment fund, the Foundation also oversees granting of public art in-lieu fees collected by the City on new development projects. This fund was established in 2009 and is designed specifically for implementing artistic and cultural events and/or activities that generally benefit the San Marcos community.

Finally, the Foundation oversees the Wildlife Fund, which was established in March 2010 following a surge of interest in “Molly the Owl,” a barn owl that nested in the San Marcos backyard of Carlos and Donna Royal. Molly subsequently had several owlets hatch on a live Web stream set up by the Royals with more than a million viewers from around the world watching the coverage.

Thanks to efforts by the Royal family and author Eric Blehm — whose children’s book on Molly the Owl was just awarded in the children’s nonfiction category by the San Diego Book Awards Association — thousands of dollars were donated and used to establish the Wildlife Fund at the San Marcos Community Foundation. These dollars are intended for use in wildlife preservation and education in San Marcos.

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San Diego Family Friendly Activities for Spring

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Hills Local

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The hustle and bustle of the holiday season has come to a close and we have set our sights toward spring, when a blossoming of festivals and other outdoor activities commences. We are going to start things rolling in February with Museum Month. Entry fees to 40 museums are half off! Come spring, our calendar comes alive with many family-friendly events to partake in. April takes us to Fallbrook with their Avocado Festival on April 15 and to the Encinitas Street Faire on April 28 and 29. May begins with the Hullabaloo Music Festival on May 6 and ends with the Santee Street Fair on May 26. The KidsFest San Diego Festival is on June 9 and 10 at Liberty Station.

But until then, let’s not forget about these events that are always here for us to enjoy! Daily, weekly, and monthly – they run the gamut from art to science and from trains to games.

You probably already know about Target Free Second Sunday at the New Children’s Museum and even Saturday Crafts for Kids at Lakeshore Learning. So, how about these? P.S. You can find more online at SoCal Kids San Diego!

Mac’s Kids Corner – San Diego Model Railroad Museum
Listen to train stories, play games, and create various railroad crafts. Every Tuesday (except first Tuesday of the month), Thursday and Friday.

Home Depot Kids Workshop
Home Depot’s Kids Workshop offers useful and fun projects for kids from the creation of toolboxes to a window birdhouse. First Saturday of the month.

Fun Friday Nites – San Elijo Recreation Center
Children ages 4 to 12 years enjoy a night of games, crafts, pizza, and movies. Monthly.

Family Enrichment Program – San Marcos Community Center
Featuring affordable and fun activities geared toward children 3 to 12 years and their immediate family members. First, third and fifth Wednesday of the month.

Saturday Science for Girls – Reuben H. Fleet Science Center
Girls in grades 5 – 8 can join the Fleet to investigate exciting science topics. Second Saturday of the month.

Finger Painting Friday – The New Children’s Museum
Finger Painting Friday offers a unique environment designed to foster color recognition, application techniques, and creative self-expression. Recommended for ages 4 and under. Fourth Friday of the month.

Nature Club – Mission Trails Regional Park
A free program designed to provide children ages 8 to 12 with the opportunity to spend time outdoors, connecting with nature. Select Saturdays per month.

KinderTots – San Diego Zoo
The learning blocks all connect to animal facts and green practices, making each program unique and fun. Every Saturday.

SEA Days – Birch Aquarium
Events focus on current ocean topics with hands-on exploration, special activities and a chance to interact with Scripps Oceanography scientists. One Saturday per month.

Nature & Me Storytime – San Diego Natural History Museum
Journey into nature through dynamic readings and visits to exhibitions. Second Thursday of the month.

Family Sunday, Mingei International Museum
Families can participate in a hands-on craft activity as well as the Discover Mingei! Treasure Hunt. Third Sunday of the month.

History for Half-Pints – San Diego History Center
Crafts, entertaining activities and a special story time. Third Monday of the month.

Nature Walks – Tijuana Estuary
Discover the richness that unfolds around the Visitor Center. Second and Fourth Saturday of the month.

Museums on Us ®
Did you know that your Bank of America card gets you into three local treasures for free? Just present your card and get free general admission on the first full weekend of every month to the Birch Aquarium, Museum of Photographic Arts, and the San Diego Museum of Art. For dates and more information, visit http://museums.bankofamerica.com.

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About SoCal Kids San Diego
SoCal Kids San Diego was founded by Kathie Zaccaria, an East County Mom dedicated to providing families all over San Diego with events and activities that everyone can enjoy. From science to festivals, concerts to crafts – SoCal Kids San Diego aims to be your one-stop shop for family fun. Visit us at http://socalkidssandiego.com.

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San Elijo Elementary PTO update for 1/29/12

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Hills Local

Labels for Education on Facebook!
Just go to facebook.com/LabelsForEducation and SEES will earn 50 points for each person who clicks the “like” button. How easy it that?  Also, don’t forget to turn in any bonus sheets before the first of March. A collection box is available in the front office.

Once Upon A Time Father/Daughter Dance Saturday, February 11, 2012 in the SEES Enchanted Forest.
K-1: 4:00-5:30
2-3: 6:00-7:30
4-5: 8:00-9:30

Each fair, young maiden of SEES is requested to come accompanied by a noble escort. Please leave all frogs at home. There will be music and
complimentary refreshments. Raffle tickets, Cold Stone Ice Cream, bottled water, and Ribbon Halos will be sold…so don’t forget to bring your pennies. Pre sales will also
take place the week of the dance. Marlo Yoshimoto Photography will be on hand to capture your magical evening, as well (order forms will go home separately). Please return the RSVP form on the flyer that went home last week (or download from the website) to the PTO box by Wednesday, February 8th, or RSVP to SEESsocial@yahoo.com.

Calling all Fairy Godmothers!
We need you to help transform the SEES MPR into an Enchanted Forest, and help make our Father/Daughter dance as memorable as the fairy tales of old. Please contact the volunteer coordinators at: sees_volunteer@yahoo.com to help

Upcoming San Elijo Elementary Events

2/6 – 6:00 pm. PTO Meeting
2/6 – 6:00 pm. Mom’s Prep Night
2/8 – RSVP’s Due for Father/Daughter Dance
2/10 – Smencils on Sale Before School
2/11 – Father/Daughter Dance

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San Elijo Hills 5K Pictures Available for Purchase

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Hills Local

2012 SEH Logo Web San Elijo Hills 5K Pictures Available for Purchase

Local San Elijo Hills  resident Dax Ross has just uploaded his San Elijo Hills 5K pictures. The address is http://daxross.zenfolio.com/seh and there are about 700 pictures, so there are several pictures of each runner (on the course and at the finish line). You can find a magazine cover option, digital downloads, as well as various print sizes. All proceeds are going to Sharlie’s Angels charity facebook.com/sharliesangels

Enjoy!

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Mayor Jim Desmond to deliver State of the City Address

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Hills Local

Mayor Jim Desmond will deliver the 2012 San Marcos State of the City Address on Tuesday, February 28 during a luncheon at Williams Barn at Walnut Grove Park, 1950 Sycamore Drive. The lunch will begin at 11:30 am and the Mayor’s address will start at 12:30 pm. Four community heroes will also be honored during the event. Community heroes are selected each year by council members and honored for their contributions to San Marcos.

Tickets are available for $25 per person by calling the San Marcos Chamber of Commerce at (760) 744-1270. Corporate sponsorships are also available through the chamber.

This year’s theme is “Honoring Our Vibrant Heritage. Celebrating Our New Horizons.” Mayor Desmond will touch on the accomplishments in the community over the past five years and will present the city’s vision for the future in the areas of public safety, parks and community services, community development, traffic and transportation, and other quality of life issues.

The Mayor’s State of the City Address will air on San Marcos TV Channel 19 (Cox Communications), Channel 24 (Time Warner Cable) and Channel 99 (AT&T) during the month of March on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 9 am and 6 pm, and Saturdays and Sundays at 11 am and 3 pm. It will also be available on the city’s web site.

The event is being co-hosted by the City of San Marcos and the San Marcos Chamber of Commerce.

 

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