Moreland Education Foundation

🎬✨ Got a mini-director or film star at home?
Tag a middle schooler with a story to tell—because the First Annual Moreland Film Festival is calling for student short films! 🎥🍿

📍MEF Pumpkin Patch
📅 October 10 | ⏰ 7–9 PM
🧡 Open to incoming 6th–8th graders at MMS, EDS & Latimer for next school year!

🎞️ Submission deadline: Sept. 26,, 2025
🍩 Perk: Accepted filmmakers get a $5 concessions gift card (hello, donuts 🎃)

📲 SHARE this post & help us spotlight Moreland’s young creators! (Details at: https://www.mefhome.org/moreland-film-festival)

Come check out our amazing student musicians performing some Terrifying Tunes!!

Help make the MEF Pumpkin Patch and Haunted Trail come to life! Join us this weekend, from 11am - 3pm - we'll sign for student volunteer hours too!

✔ Mark you calendar to help this weekend (student volunteers welcome!)
✔ Grab some family & friends & join us for our opening day - October 11, 2024
✔ Sign-up to volunteer to help make the magic come alive for our Moreland School District community
✔ Share this post to help spread the word!

We can't wait to see you there!

Patch opens on Friday October 11th! Volunteers needed!! Students can get community service hours!!

https://mef.ivolunteer.com/2024_pumpkin_patch_001

Before we give a shout out to our music sponsor, we want to wish all the Seniors in the Prospect Music program a happy graduation!
🌳🎶🔔
And now, a shout out to Prospect High School Music Boosters - our Music Sponsor Spotlight!🌟
🌳🎶🔔
Prospect High School Music Boosters program aims to build community within music students and their families, all in support
of the Prospect music program.
🌳🎶🔔
Check out the program and upcoming show dates at www.prospect.cuhsd.org!

Did you know that volunteering for MEF not only helps others but is also good for you? Research consistently shows that volunteering contributes to better physical and mental well-being, making it a win-win for both MEF volunteers and the Moreland community.
💚🌳💙
According to Jeffrey Burr, a professor of gerontology at UMass Boston, volunteering has positive effects on overall well-being. Studies have shown that volunteers experience less depression, anxiety, and higher self-esteem, among other benefits. These findings highlight the profound impact that volunteering can have on mental health.
💚🌳💙
Additionally, volunteering has been linked to improved physical health. Research conducted by Carnegie Mellon University found that older adults who volunteer regularly experience better overall health and a reduced risk of conditions like high blood pressure. The act of volunteering itself often involves physical activity, promoting movement and well-being.
💚🌳💙
At MEF, we believe in the power of volunteering to make a difference in our Moreland community. Whether you're interested in supporting enrichment programs, events, or fundraising efforts, there's a volunteer opportunity for you. Join us in creating positive change and making a meaningful impact in the lives of our incredible staff and talented students.
💚🌳💙
If you're ready to experience the benefits of volunteering and make a difference in your community, we invite you to explore volunteer opportunities with MEF. Email [email protected] for more information on how you can get involved today!

Today's small grant spotlight shines a light on Latimer School middle school teacher Holly Brown!
💚🌳💙
Holly used her small grant award to purchase Android tablets and protective cases for a new zero period elective, opening up a world of possibilities for her students.
💚🌳💙
With these resources in hand, Holly launched "App Creators," a Project Lead the Way program where students learn to design, create, and code their own mobile applications. The course goes beyond basic coding skills; it introduces students to the field of computer science and the concepts of computational thinking.
💚🌳💙
In “App Creators”, students are challenged to be creative and innovative as they collaborate to develop mobile solutions to real-world problems. The class emphasizes the positive impact of computer science on society, particularly in fields like biomedical science. Through hands-on projects, students see firsthand how technology can be used to address pressing issues in their communities.
💚🌳💙
By empowering her students to become app creators, Holly is not only preparing them for future careers in technology but also instilling in them a sense of agency and creativity. Through “App Creators”, students at Latimer Middle School are learning to harness the power of technology to make a positive impact on the world around them.
Latimer Home and School Club

🎉 Happy California Day of the Teacher! 🍎 Today, we celebrate the incredible educators who inspire, motivate, and empower students in our Moreland School District schools! 🌟

To our educators creating : THANK YOU for your unwavering dedication, creativity, and tireless efforts in shaping the future generation. Your impact extends far beyond the classroom, leaving a lasting legacy in the lives you touch. 📚✨

Let's show our appreciation for teachers today and every day! Drop a comment below sharing a memorable moment or a special shoutout to a teacher who has made a difference in your life. Let's spread the love and gratitude! 💙 🍏

Yesterday was School Principal's Day & we wanted to give a HUGE shout out to our dedicated partners - our school principals! They work tirelessly to provide an enriching campus for our students and staff and we are so grateful for all they do to make Moreland a magical place.
💚🌳💙
Join me in wishing a Happy School Principals Day to:
✨Mrs. Quinonez, Anderson
✨Mr. Barbara, Baker
✨Mrs. Billings, Country Lane
✨Mrs. Vasquez, EDS
✨Mrs. Gill, Latimer
✨Mrs. Spencer, Payne
✨Mrs. Molinelli, MMS
We appreciate you!