🐾 What a Year We Have Planned

Programs that make Poinsettia unforgettable

From the Book Fair to the Jog-A-Thon, the Variety Show to Movie Night — every Panther program is powered by parent volunteers. Here's everything happening this year.

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Jog-A-Thon Biggest Fundraiser

Jog-A-Thon

Our biggest and most exciting fundraiser of the year. Each spring, Poinsettia students raise money through pledges. A no-pressure event that's fun for students and an excellent opportunity for family and friends to sponsor our Panthers.

Chair
Samantha Wilson
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Spring Auction Fundraiser

Spring Auction

Poinsettia's online spring fundraiser. Funding from this event highly benefits our programs and directly supports Panther classrooms.

Chair
Meghan Wallace
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Book Fair Signature

Book Fair

An in-school event that transforms the MPR into a bookshop for students to browse and buy. Proceeds go directly back to Poinsettia's library.

Co-Chairs
Lauren Gladney & Hannah St Clair
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Halloween Parade

We're re-introducing a Halloween parade where students get to express their creativity, celebrate their culture, dress up as their favorite character, and just have some good ol' fashioned fun.

Chair
Melissa Burstein
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Variety Show

Our annual talent show highlights the talents of our very own Poinsettia students. A spotlight on every kind of Panther star.

Chair
Meghan MacArthur
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Sweetheart Dance Family

Sweetheart Dance

A memorable spring evening of music, dancing, photos, concessions, and lots of fun. One of the most beloved Poinsettia traditions.

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Megan Cauley
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Sonday Funday Family

Sonday Funday

A fun spring activity-filled afternoon for sons and any leading lady in their life. Anything from bowling, to laser tag, to field games.

Chair
Lindsay Aguirre
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Movie Night Family

Movie Night

Get to know Poinsettia friends at the start of school. Bring your dinner (or purchase snacks on site) and enjoy a movie on the lawn under the stars.

Co-Chairs
Cristen Mugford & Heidi Logan
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Copa de Carlsbad

1-day soccer tournament with group play, semis, and finals, featuring all of the Carlsbad elementary schools competing for the cup.

Co-Chairs
Shawn Tafreshi & Alexi Schardt
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Mini March Madness

A district-wide basketball tournament in March showcasing 5th graders from all 9 Carlsbad elementary schools. Big Dance energy, mini Panther scale.

Chair
Heidi Logan · Boys side open
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Kinder/TK Welcome Family

Kinder/TK Welcome

Meet & greet with your student's teacher. Usually held the day before school starts. The perfect soft launch into Panther life.

Co-Chairs
Cristen Mugford & Heidi Logan
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Staff Appreciation Community

Staff Appreciation

A week in May dedicated to showing our heartfelt thanks to our amazing teachers and staff for their dedication to our students.

Chair
Jill Paroly
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Battle of the Books Academic

Battle of the Books

A reading incentive program and book-based quiz competition. Build vocabulary, comprehension, and a healthy love of reading.

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Spelling Bee Academic

Spelling Bee

3rd-5th grade students compete in a supportive environment to improve their spelling and enhance their vocabulary.

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Geography Bee Academic

Geography Bee

4th & 5th graders test their knowledge of national and international geography. The champion advances toward the State competition.

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Math Olympiad Academic

Math Olympiad

Join a team for fun challenges and competitions designed for students who love math and problem-solving.

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Science Fair Academic

Science Fair

Calling all junior scientists to explore and discover the world of science. Show off your project and participate in a local competition.

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Garden Club Community

Garden Club

Help tend our beautiful campus garden throughout the year while growing various fruits, vegetables, and flowers.

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Bingo Night Family

Bingo Night

A fun family evening with FREE BINGO, prizes, and snacks. Bring the whole family — every Panther welcome.

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Friday Popsicles Family

Friday Popsicles

Friday popsicle program to reward kids for a week well done. A percentage of all sales goes directly back to Poinsettia.

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Red Ribbon Week Community

Red Ribbon Week

Celebrate healthy living choices through various school events and assemblies throughout the week.

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Seasonal Donation Drive Community

Seasonal Donation Drive

Moments in the year when the community comes together to give back to others in need. Anything from a Holiday Food Drive to Military Gift Cards.

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Cristen Mugford
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Translations Community

Translations

Bilingual talent working alongside the PTA in translating all communications so that all families are informed and included.

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Yearbook Community

Yearbook

A special compilation of memories, people, programs, and events collected throughout the year and available for purchase at year's end.

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Brenna Han
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