Muirlands Middle School’s grounds will again transform into a festive rock ’n’ roll atmosphere filled with delicious grub, carnival-style games and live musical entertainment for the school’s annual Muirlands Rocks fundraiser on May 6 from 4 to 7 p.m. Whether it is the face painting and carnival booths or the feeling of supporting a good cause, children and adults alike will find something to enjoy at the festival. “Last year, Muirlands Rocks was incredible. We had over 700 La Jollans join us to play in our booths, eat a yummy barbeque and listen to our local teen band, NeverReady, who all used to attend Muirlands Middle School,” said Natascha Vossen, vice president of the Muirlands Middle School Foundation. “This year, it is even more important to attend because not only will we have a great time again, but this year, we are hoping to turn it into a serious fundraiser as well.” The need for such a serious fundraiser is more urgent than ever. Sadly, the teachers and staff at Muirlands Middle School are not exempt from the onslaught of pink slips that are dished out to teachers and staff each year. “Under the current budget constraints, Muirlands Middle School will lose three-and-a-half teacher positions and all its counselors next year,” Vossen said. “All funds raised will go toward paying for teachers’ salaries.” A grave motivation may underlie the foundation’s need to raise funds, but the festivities at the event will be anything but. The smell of the Dimich Family’s fresh hamburgers, hot dogs and chicken will fill the air, guests of all ages will have the opportunity to try their hands at one of the festival’s many carnival games, and everyone is sure to get their toes tapping to the tunes of the school’s alumni band, NeverReady. Tickets to the event are $15 and include dinner and two game booth tickets. Sponsorship opportunities are also available by visiting www.give2schools.org. For more information, visit www.muirlandsms.org or call (858) 459-7925.