Mindful Tech @ MWE

9/25/2025 12:00 am

After last week's PTA GA meeting ended, MWE parent Alicia Van Couvering spoke about the rise of  classroom technology and its effects on the learning, safety, and privacy of students in education broadly, and at LAUSD across all grades.

In response, MWE teachers Mr. Talty (4th grade) prepared an overview of EdTech as it is currently used at MWE, which includes the platforms used by each grade level. Many thanks to Mrs. Fowler, Ms. Zelina Munoz, and Ms Graham for contributing.  
 

To ensure that the dialogue around tech at MWE is thoughtful, informed and focused on the reality of screens at our school, Mr. Talty will also host a school-wide meeting in late October. More details to come!

We thank Alicia for starting the conversation, and are so grateful to Mr Talty, his fellow teachers, and MWE admin for their responsiveness, transparency, and willingness to inform our parents.

• Technology at MWES - prepared by MWE educators Mr Talty and Mrs Fowler
• EdTech - prepared by MWE parent Alicia Van Couvering. Sign up here to join the MWE Mindful Tech email list and what's app group. 

"I Belong" - Reflections Art Competition

8/13/2025 7:00 am

It's that time of the year. Are you ready to kickstart the Reflections program?

This year, the theme is "I Belong" which encourages students to express what belonging means to them through art. The theme aims to inspire conversations and creative expression about the value of feeling connected and creating welcoming environments. 

Check out:

• The student entry form
• Official rules & guidelines 

There are 6 art categories: dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography and visual arts. The category guidelines can be found in the Reflections guidelines. 

The Reflections grade divisions are primary grades pre-k to 2nd, intermediate grades 3rd to 5th, middle school grades 6th to 8th and accessible artist pre-k to 6th. 

CHOICES applications now open!

8/13/2025 7:00 am

Hi Middle School, It's Me, a MWE parent.

Now that you're kinda back in the groove of this school year, let's talk middle school...

LAUSD’s “Choices” application for specialized academic programs—including magnet schools, dual-language programs, and some charter schools—opens on October 1, 2025.

Learn about the LAUSD magnet programs and the points system with this presentation from Dr. Keith Abrahams III 🧲

Important Deadlines:

• November 14, 2025 — Deadline to submit the application online or by mail.

• February 2, 2026 — The late application window opens for any remaining spots.

• March 2026 — Families will receive results for on-time applications.

• Early April 2026 — Deadline to accept or decline offers from on-time applicants.

• April 2026 — The late selection process begins.

Check out LAist's handy dandy article for more information! 

Volunteer Orientations - Fall 2025

New volunteer? Returning volunteer? 

(Been meaning to submit a formal volunteer application through LAUSD but haven't gotten to it yet?)

Then the volunteer orientation is for you! All interested individuals are encouraged to attend one of the in-person volunteer orientations happening this fall.

This orientation is an LAUSD requirement for all volunteers, and is a great option for folks who want to support campus activities, or can't commit to longer-term event chair responsibilities.

It takes all kinds of volunteers to keep our Wolfpack strong, and parents on campus are in high demand—and greatly appreciated. 

Wed, Sept 10 @ 8:30 AM in MPR
Wed, Sep 24 @ 8:30 AM in MPR
Wed, Oct 15 @ 8:30 AM in MPR