Principal’s Message:
Dear Imai Families,
Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year. I am looking forward to seeing familiar faces back on campus as well as welcoming our new families. We are excited for this school year and can’t wait to create great memories together. This year we are expecting around 400+ students in grades TK-5. Your child is in great hands with our wonderful and talented teachers who can’t wait to meet them. Please be on the lookout for the Imai Gazette every Wednesday for updates and school events. The first day of school is on 8/13/25 and it’s a minimum day (11:55 AM dismissal) please plan accordingly as parking is limited and the parking lot to your right is for staff only. Give yourself plenty of time to walk your child to class and take as many pictures as you want but once the bell rings, we kindly ask you to leave campus.
Here is a little bit about me. This year will be my seventh year as a principal at Imai but my 29th year as an educator. I have a BA in Liberal Studies with a focus on Education, a Minor in Asian American Studies, a Multi-Subject Teaching Credential (bilingual accreditation: Spanish) and a Masters in Educational Leadership. I come from a long line of educators and couldn’t see myself doing anything else.
My husband and I are the proud parents of a 25 year old (Benny) who will be starting as an elementary art teacher in New York. . We are empty nesters but are fur-parents to 4 cats (Java-Mocha-Sugar-Salt). In our free time we enjoy hiking, camping and are avid Disney fans and enjoy going as often as we can.
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Dates to Remember
8/10/25 Beatification Day 9AM-12 PM (everyone is welcome)
8/11/25 TK/K Informational Night 4-5 PM (Parents only)
8/11/25 New Family Orientation 5:30-6:30 PM (Grades 1-5 Parents only)
8/12/25 Meet and Greet 3:00-4:00 PM (classroom visits) (everyone welcome)
8/15/25 Principal’s Coffee (donuts and coffee) MUR
8/27/24 Back To School Night 5-7PM (Parents Only)
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Please stop by to say hello or introduce yourself when you get a chance. If you ever need to get a hold of me, please email me at [email protected] or call the office at 650-526-3490.
Sincerely,
Arline Siam
Imai Elementary Principal
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:
Volunteering next year
Thank you to the 800+ parents who completed the process to become MVWSD volunteers last year! We’ve been working hard to make registering to be a volunteer more convenient while keeping schools safe. Beginning August 13, 2025, you will be able to start your application for next year. Details are here: mvwsd.org/volunteers.
MVWSD Preschool Program: Apply now for August
Explore our flexible, low-cost and convenient options for all families in our high-quality preschool program. MVWSD preschool has lower tuition and an 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. class, in addition to extended/full-day class until 3 p.m. and part-day (3 hour) classes.
Our preschool offers age-appropriate early math, language, literacy and science inquiry instruction, as well as social-emotional development. Children who will be 3- or 4-years old are eligible (Minimum age: 3 years old by December 2, 2025. Maximum age: 5 years old on or before Sept. 1, 2025.)
Preschool is currently located near Castro/Mistral Elementary Schools (1850 Latham St.) and Theuerkauf Elementary (1625 San Luis Ave.)
All 3- and 4-year-olds residing in the Castro School boundaries are eligible for FREE, part-day state preschool at Latham.
For more info go to www.mvwsd.org/preschool or call 650-526-3560. Watch our video here.
SAVE THE DATE: Back to School Celebration
Saturday, August 16th
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Graham Middle School
This event is for all the families of MVWSD! Whether you're a returning family or new to the community, this event is all about building connections, sharing resources, and celebrating our district spirit.
Event Highlights:
- School Information: Each school will have a booth with valuable information to help you navigate the year ahead.
- After-School Programs: Get assistance and sign up for after-school programs.
- PTA & School Gear: Check out the latest school gear and meet members from the PTA of each school.
- Meet Our School and district Leaders: An exciting opportunity to meet our superintendent and principals.
Community Resource Booths: Connect with local organizations such as CSA, Teen Center, MVPD, MV Library, Living Classroom,Mentor Tutor Connection and more.
Music & Food: Food trucks selling delicious food and desserts!
This event is open to all families in our district. It's the perfect chance to meet fellow parents, learn about important programs, and start the school year off with excitement and community spirit.\
We can’t wait to see you there!
FROM OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS
City of Mountain View: Hazardous Waste Drop-off
Free household hazardous waste collection event coming to Mountain View on Saturday, August 23! Safely dispose of paint, batteries, electronics, auto fluids, used oil, garden chemicals, propane tanks, fluorescent and LED lightbulbs, aerosols and more. This event accepts unwanted or expired drugs from both people and pets to help keep homes safe for children, seniors, and animals.
Appointments are required; call 408-299-7300 or book your appointment online at HHW.org. To schedule online, click the blue “Make a Free Appointment” button then select Mountain View on the calendar for August 23. Upon appointment booking, you will receive the specific Mountain View drop-off location.