Principal’s Message:
Dear Imai Families,
We have noticed an increase in travel plans during school days with very or no little notification to the school. All those absences add up and our attendance rate which counts for one of our site goals has plummeted tremendously. Families can request independent study packets two weeks in advance for absences longer than 3 days and less than 14 to avoid accruing unexcused absences. Please help us meet our yearly attendance goal by making sure you are traveling during the days off already on the school calendar. Thank you in advance for your cooperation!
October is Safety Month in MVWSD. Don’t forget that the district wide earthquake drill is tomorrow. We have reviewed our procedures, and we are ready to practice. Parents, since students will be outside for approximately one hour, please plan to apply sunscreen to your child in the morning and have them bring a hat if they’re sun-sensitive.
Please reassure your child that drills are our way of practicing for an emergency. These things may never happen, but if they do, we’re better protected and are more able to help ourselves and others.
Upcoming Events
Halloween Trunk or Treat event is on 10/26 from 5-7PM. We are looking forward to seeing everyone participate in our event so please fill out the form to let us know how many cars we expect to have. Participants decorate their car and provide treats for the students. Everyone is welcome to attend and participate in this annual fun event.
Halloween Parade 10/31 at 8:15AM- Our Halloween parade on Tuesday morning (8:15-9AM) will be in the parking lot so please plan accordingly as there will be no cars allowed in the parking lot to accommodate all of our students as well as parents who wish to view it. . No parents will be allowed to park but the drop off will be available till 7: 55 AM.
Have a wonderful rest of the week.
Arline Siam
Principal
Upcoming Events
October
19- SSC at 3:30pm
23-Picture Retake order here (ID: EVTBVMJGX)
26- Trunk or Treat 5pm-7pm
31- Halloween Parade at 8:15 am
Reporting Absences
If you are reporting a student's absence, please email [email protected] or call the attendance line at (650)526-3490 ext 3080.
Reminder: Please include your student's name, your student's room or teacher, the reason for absence, the date of absence(s) and the relationship of the person leaving the message. Thank you from the office staff!
District News:
The Board of Trustees will meet on Thursday, Oct. 19 at 6:00 p.m.
Some of the topics include:
- Off Schedule 4% Payment
- Equitable Access to Choice Schools Lottery Update
For meeting details and agenda, please click here: https://www.mvwsd.org/trustees.
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 Oct. 26 to their principal and elected parent representatives to SSC and ELAC. You may review the draft plans here.
Parent University Speaker Series Presents
Parenting in the Digital Era - Supporting Dialogue and Strategies for Building Healthy Tech Habits
Date and Time: October 24, 2023, 5:30-7:00 pm Registration Link: mvw.sd/pu102423
One of our favorite nonprofit organizations is back! Information presented by My Digital TAT2 will empower parents to navigate the complexities of raising tech-savvy, digitally responsible children. We will address common tech issues such as digital “perfection”, misinformation, and things you might not know about popular apps and platforms.
Parents will gain crucial strategies that will support open dialogue and cultivate healthy tech habits among all family members.
To submit questions prior to the event, go to mvw.sd/questions. We will do our best to address your questions during the session.
MVWSD Preschool Enrollment
MVWSD’s award-winning preschool has a limited number of part-day state preschool spaces still available at Latham. These spaces are free for all 3- and 4-year-olds living within the Castro Elementary School boundary. Families can get an application at mvwsd.org/preschool, stop by the preschool office (1850 Latham St.) or call 650-526-3560.
Better Together: October
Cultural appreciation is an acknowledgment and celebration of the rich and diverse tapestry of human heritage that exists around the world. Indigenous Peoples' Month, observed in various regions, highlights the unique cultures, traditions, and contributions of indigenous communities. It serves as an opportunity for all of us to learn, respect, and honor the invaluable knowledge, customs, and wisdom that indigenous peoples have preserved for generations. We are #BetterTogetherMVWSD. For more information about Better Together, visit mvwsd.org/BetterTogetherMVWSD.
MVEF Community Survey
MVEF is seeking input from the community via the annual online survey, which will be open throughout October: http://bit.ly/MVEF-Survey
As a community-funded foundation where over 70% of donations come from families, your input is a very important part of the planning process for future MVEF-funded programs. If donations to MVEF approach the annual goal of $1.2MM by December 31, 2023, MVEF may be able to add additional programs in 2024.
MVEF has raised just shy of $400,000 -- donate today if you haven't already: https://www.mvef.org/donate. THANK YOU MVEF donors and volunteers!
Mentor Tutor Connection: Volunteer Info Session
MENTOR TUTOR CONNECTION - VOLUNTEER INFORMATION SESSION - Wed., Oct. 18, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm, El Camino YMCA, 2400 Grant Rd, Mountain View. Please join us and learn about becoming a mentor and/or a tutor in the Mountain View and Los Altos public schools. Help a local student to a brighter future! To register go to www.mentortutorconnection.org/events - or email [email protected].
The View Teen Center: October
The View Teen Center is a free facility in Mountain View (263 Escuela Ave) for all Mountain View and Los Altos 6th - 12th grade students. Drop-in hours are Monday - Friday, 3:15 - 7 p.m. and Saturdays, 1 - 6 p.m. (on no school days or minimum days, The View Teen Center is open 1-6 p.m.), and the center features a game room, makerspace, kitchen, computer/study room, outdoor area, and much more! See attached flyer for details about upcoming events and programs in October or visit their webpage for more information.
Attachments:
TeencenterOct
2023 SELPA1 CAC
2023 OCT VIS FLYER