Monday, October 28th - Friday, October 31st- Walden West for 5th grade 

Friday, November 1st- End of 1st Trimester- Minimum Day, Dismissal 12:10pm

Thursday, November 7th- MVWSD Board of Trustees Meeting 6:00-10:00 (Zoom)

Monday, November 11th- Veterans Day - No School

Wednesday, November 13th - Reading Sleepover Party! 5-6pm TK-2nd, 6:15-7:15pm 3rd-5th

Friday, November 15th- Report cards go home electronically

Thursday, November 21st- MVWSD Board of Trustees Meeting 6:00-10:00pm (Zoom)

Friday, November 22nd- Community Check-In 3:30-4:30 (Zoom)

Friday, November 25th-November 29th- Thanksgiving Recess- No School

Monday, December 9th - Mindfulness Parent University Family Event 5:30-6:30pm MUR

 

Cool Cat Winners going above and beyond to show or give RESPONSIBILITY for Oct. 25th.

Johnny M.                 Rm 13

Arielle V.                   Rm 11

Elijah V.                    Rm 11

Jayden M.                Rm 11

Luna H.                    Rm 6

Zlata A.                    Rm 7 

Iker M.                     Rm 8

Daniel P.                 Rm 9

Kiana R.                  Rm 18

Kailiana R.              Rm 17

Sofia O.                  Rm 19

Macklon L.              Rm 20

Ethan M.                Rm 21

 

Elections: Maintaining positive school climate

On Nov. 5, voters will cast their ballots in a variety of local, state, and federal elections. At times, the rhetoric around these campaigns has become intense and often divisive, and we know that the debates around many of today’s issues can quickly get emotional.

We encourage all members of our school district community to remain respectful and empathetic in our interactions with others. The focus for all of us is on maintaining a safe, supportive, and welcoming learning environment.

We are fortunate that our school district community is made up of people who truly care about, include and support one another.

 

We emphasize with children that:

• School remains a welcome, safe space for all students (resource: MVWSD diversity is our strength)

• We are focusing on “community” this year through our Better Together program. Community means ensuring that all members of MVWSD feel valued, supported, and connected to one another in an often divided world.

• School is a safe space for talking about feelings with trusted adults, including counselors, teachers, principals, etc.

 

Education and safety are our top priorities, and we are here foremost to serve students. It is our responsibility to maintain a positive and safe climate learning environment. All school employees will continue to work to provide a positive school climate and a space for respectful exchange of ideas that is mindful of diverse perspectives. Additionally, parents/guardians are key partners for helping to engage students in thoughtful and civil discourse. 

 

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you for your support and partnership.

 

Drafts available: Single Plans for Student Achievement

Each year, our schools create Single Plans for Student Achievement (SPSAs or “site plans”) that guide the work for the coming year. These plans help us prioritize programs and strategies that will best serve our students. In the fall, elected parent representatives from School Site Councils and English Language Advisory Committees work with principals and school staff members to create a draft that is reviewed and approved by the MVWSD Board of Trustees. Parents and staff members may give feedback through Nov. 15 to their principal and elected parent representatives to SSC and ELAC. You may review the draft plans here.

 

Parenting Tweens & Teens in the Digital Era - Supporting Dialogue and Strategies for Building Healthy Tech Habits

Date and Time: November 19, 5:30-7:00 p.m.     Registration: mvw.sd/pu111924r

My Digital TAT2 returns to Parent University with updated topics! This workshop will empower parents with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complexities of raising tech-savvy, digitally responsible children. We will address common tech issues such as texting dilemmas, online friendship drama, and the “Sephora Kids” phenomenon. You’ll also learn a helpful strategy called The Digital Loop that can help you and your family build awareness around each person’s tech use. 

To submit questions prior to the event, go to mvw.sd/questions. We will do our best to address your questions during the session.

 

Members needed: MVWSD Child Nutrition Focus Group

MVWSD's Child Nutrition Services Department is seeking parents and staff members to join a series of thoughtful discussions about food nutrition and delivery throughout our school district. This volunteer commitment is expected to be approximately 15 hours throughout the 2024-2025 school year. Please enter your information here to express your interest. Questions may be directed to Food Service Director Debbie Austin at [email protected]. 

 

Better Together: November & December

As we enter the vibrant months of November and December, our school community embarks on a meaningful journey exploring the rich tapestry of cultures that make our community unique and special. During these months, we focus on three important themes that help us understand and celebrate our differences while building stronger connections with each other: Celebrating diverse communities while acknowledging Native American Heritage Month and Special Education Awareness Month. Through these themes, we'll discover that our differences aren't just something to accept – they're something to celebrate. Together, we'll learn how understanding and appreciating each other's unique qualities makes our entire community better. For more information about Better Together, visit mvwsd.org/BetterTogetherMVWSD.

 

The MVEF Textathon and Phonathon are just around the corner! Help us skip the call or text by donating today.

In early November and December, MVEF volunteers will be reaching out to MVWSD families who haven't yet donated, to remind them how crucial their contributions are. Each year, these donations help sustain essential programs for all MVWSD students, such as art, music, and environmental science in elementary schools, and smaller class sizes, sports coaches, referees, transportation to games, and extracurricular activities in middle schools.

Around 80% of MVEF's funding comes from generous families like yours. Every donation, no matter the amount, helps enrich education for every student. Make a difference today by visiting mvef.org/donate. Remember donations are tax-deductible! Thank you for your ongoing support of MVEF!

 

A huge thank you to everyone that helped make Trunk or Treat happen including all of the delightful trunk designs, and a special shout out to Bonnie, Joie and Lisset for taking the lead on preparing and organizing the event!

Thank you to everyone that donated a snack for staff during conference week, it was much appreciated.

 

Our Scholastic Book Fair is December 5-11 - this is a great opportunity to get gifts for the holidays and help raise funds for our library. Among the fun events during the book fair will be Winter Wonderland on Friday, Dec 6! The next planning meeting for Book Fair is Friday, Nov 8 in the library after drop off.

 

Yearbooks on sale now! 

Regular price: $14.04+tax, 10% discount until October 31, 2024  Our yearbook includes 42 pages of class and school activities memories from this year, as well as 2 custom pages that you design, unique to your own yearbook. https://www.treering.com/purchase?PassCode=1016316858373987  If you can, please consider purchasing an additional yearbook to donate to a family needing financial assistance.  If you would like financial assistance getting a yearbook please contact our SCEF Ms. Lisset Tellez. [email protected]  *OPT-OUT: If you prefer that your child NOT be pictured in the yearbook at all, please contact us at [email protected]

 

City of MV: Día de Muertos 

Join the City of Mountain View to celebrate Día de Muertos at Civic Center Plaza on November 2 from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The public is invited to the celebration of memories and a ritual that “encourages remembering over forgetting.”  Learn about these festivities and delight with the ofrendas and altars decorated with Cempasúchitl flowers, or marigolds, papel picado, sugar skulls, and a myriad of colors created and inspired by community members. The event will feature live performances and children’s activities. Learn more at MountainView.gov/Dia-de-Muertos.

 

Mentor Tutor Connection Volunteer Info Session 

Mentor Tutor Connection is actively recruiting volunteers for our mentoring (high school students) and tutoring (K-8 students) programs located in Los Altos and Mountain View public schools. We will be hosting a Volunteer Information Session on November 13th at 12pm, over Zoom. This is a great opportunity to learn more about our programs and ask any questions. Help shape a brighter future for students in our local community! 

To register for the Volunteer Information Session or to learn more about MTC, please email programs@mentortutorconnection.orgor click here.

 

Learning Challenges events for Fall 2024

For local coverage of issues related to learning challenges and special education, please check out the Learning Challenges Committee http://learningchallenges.lamvptac.org/

For broader coverage, look into the Northwest SCC SELPA CAC

 

Who’s Who is Serving Our Little Ones? - Planning and Strategies for Children 3-5

From Department of Developmental Services and Palo Alto CAC

November 14, 6-7 pm on Zoom. Register: http://bit.ly/DDSTraining2

 

Evening Let’s Talk Parent Support group

November 19, 7 pm  on Zoom.

IEP/504 support group. Have questions about the process to get help for your child? Have an IEP but are not sure how to make changes? Need to vent? This is your confidential group. Register at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtfu2hrj0pG9zqGFeTzEnqs1U7cVxTcfl-

 

Learning Challenges Committee Meeting

December 3, 7:30 pm on Zoom

The LCC is working on providing a support group for parents, and planning to create a wish list for teachers throughout Mountain View and Los Altos for classroom supplies to support sensory needs. Would you like to help? Other ideas to support students and families with learning challenges? Join us here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUld-usrj8tEtNskynSpmorDiYZNt9_KAgq

 

Morning Let’s Talk Parent Support group

December 19, 10 am  on Zoom.

IEP/504 support group. Have questions about the process to get help for your child? Have an IEP but are not sure how to make changes? Need to vent? This is your confidential group. Register at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrduupqD0vEtSpweFX71KvNAcKW8Csy4D3

 

Missed past Parent Education events?

We have a YouTube channel with many of our past events including the recent talk on Assistive Technology, info on summer camps and recreational activities, Anxiety and Depression in Children with Learning Challenges, SMART Goals and IEP Troubleshooting, and more. Channel is here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuy7IcVz-4LTDxv2Jaq13nw

 

MVHS Spartan Turkey Trot

MVHS Sports Boosters is proud to host the 15th Annual Spartan Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning (Thursday, November 28, 2024) at the Mountain View High School Track (3535 Truman Ave, Mountain View, CA). People of all ages are encouraged to participate in the 5k Run & Walk and the Spartan Mile (1-mile). Kids are welcome to participate in the 5k and/or Spartan Mile + the 60/400 yd dash races (aka kids races). All proceeds benefit the MVHS athletics department and supporting teams/clubs. Register at https://www.spartanturkeytrot.com/

MVHS Spartan Turkey Trot 

Mentor Tutor Connection Volunteer Info Session 

City of MV: Día de Muertos 

Parenting Tweens & Teens in the Digital Era