Principal’s Message:
Dear Imai Families,
Parent Teacher Conferences are critical opportunities for families and teachers to discuss students’ progress toward standards and academic levels, as well as their social-emotional development. Conference week this year is December 4-8. Every day that week is a minimum day. Students will be released at 11:55 a.m.
By November 17, all families should have received an email from your child’s teacher with a google survey link or instructions on how to sign up. Please fill out before November 30th. If you are unable to sign up for an appointment using this method, please contact the office at 650-526-3590 before November 30th and we will be happy to assist you.
For student and staff safety, it's very important for our school to limit points of entry during school hours. As you know, we have been working on enabling the locks on our field gates during the school day. Beginning Nov. 27, the field gates will be locked from the outside shortly after the last morning bell rings. Parents will be able to access school field gates for student pick up when the dismissal bell rings. The public will continue to have access to school fields on weekends and on weekday evenings after 4 p.m. at elementary schools and after 5 p.m. at middle schools. If the gates malfunction after hours, you can call (650) 526-3248 x1004. Thank you for supporting our safety procedures.
Upcoming events
- United Against Hate Week 11/13-17: Multicultural Potluck (sign-up) 11/16 5-7PM
- Principal’s Coffee 11/17 8:30-9:30 AM (MUR) Topic: Getting Ready for Parent/Teacher Conferences
- Parent U: Managing Your Child’s Emotions 11/28 6-7:30PM (dinner from 6-6:30PM)
Have a wonderful rest of the week. Don’t forget we don’t have school on Friday, 11/10 to commemorate Veterans Day and honor the men and women who served in the United States military branches and their service to the country.
Arline Siam
Principal
Upcoming Events
November
9- Bookmobile at 12pm flyer
10- Veterans Day (No School)
13-17-5th grade Science Camp
16- SSC at 3:30pm
17- Principal’s coffee at 8:30 am (MUR)
17- Report cards sent home
20-24- Thanksgiving recess (No School)
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:
Veterans’ Day: No school on Friday, Nov. 10
There is no school for students and staff on Friday, Nov. 10 in observance of Veterans’ Day. We honor the men and women who have served in the U.S. armed forces.
Parent University Speaker Series: Understanding Your Child’s Score Reports
Date and Time: November 28, 2023, 5:30-7pm Registration Link: http://mvw.sd/pu112823
Understanding your child’s district and state test scores is a key part of building a foundation of excellence. Join Swati Dagar, our Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment as she discusses how to (i) access and interpret score reports and (ii) use the information to engage in a productive partnership with your child’s teacher(s).
To submit questions prior to the event, go to mvw.sd/questions. We will do our best to address your question during the session.
Better Together: November
This month’s theme for #BetterTogetherMVWSD is Empathy. Empathy is fundamental in promoting understanding, compassion, and unity among individuals and communities. It enables us to connect with others on a deeper level, to share their joys and sorrows, and to stand in their shoes, even when we may not fully comprehend their experiences. Recognizing United Against Hate Week is an important time of year as it underscores the need to combat discrimination, prejudice, and bigotry in all their forms. By participating in this initiative, we reaffirm our commitment to fostering a community where empathy is not just a concept but a guiding principle that helps us build a world where people of all backgrounds can coexist harmoniously, free from fear and hatred. Join us as we recognize United Against Hate Week with activities and programming taking place November 13-17th at all school sites. For more information about Better Together, visit mvwsd.org/BetterTogetherMVWSD.
The View Teen Center: November
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 November or visit their webpage for more information.
MVHS Turkey Trot and Tree Lot
MVHS Sports Boosters will be hosting the 14th Annual Spartan Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning (Thursday, November 23rd) at Mountain View High School (3535 Truman Avenue). All proceeds benefit the MVHS athletics department. For more information about this event or to register for the 5K Walk/Run, Kids Run or Spartan Mile, visit https://www.spartanturkeytrot.com/.
MVHS Sports Boosters will be opening up the Annual Spartans Tree Lot on Friday, November 24 at 10 AM for the 2023 season at the Mountain View High School Stadium (3535 Truman Ave.). Spartans Tree Lot offers premium, top-quality trees ranging in size from 3 feet to 12+ feet, holiday decorations, and supplies. In person and online delivery options are available. All proceeds benefit Mountain View High School Athletics. For more information, head to: SpartansTreeLot.com.
Attachments:
2023 SELPA1 CAC
TeenCenterNov2023
2023 Tree Lot
2023 Turkey Trot Flyer