Principal’s Message:
Dear Imai Families,
We had a wonderful first day of school. It was great seeing all of our students and new families as well. We are looking forward to a wonderful school year.
Traffic reminders:
- The parking lot to your right is for staff only.
- When dropping off on the loop, please move forward and do not get out of your vehicle.
- Be respectful to our neighbors and do not block their driveways. Double park, etc…
- TK/K parents please find appropriate parking and do not leave your car unattended to drop off your child.
- Last but not least, be respectful to our staff.
Next week we are administering i-ready for the first time to our students in grades K-5. We start with reading and then move on to math. Please make sure your child has headphones in their class and if your child is in grades 3-5 they need to remember to charge their laptops every night.
Upcoming:
Principal’s Coffee 8/15 8:15AM (MUR)
Back to School Night 8/27/25
Welcome Back Picnic 9/12 5-7PM
Have a wonderful week.
Arline Siam
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.
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!
Mental health matters, and we're taking action!
MVWSD is proud to partner with the statewide Children & Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI) to expand access to mental health services for students and prioritize early intervention. The good news is that with parents’ help, the cost of these services can be subsidized by California’s health plans and insurers.
Parents, we need your help to access these additional resources. California’s health plans and insurers are now required to reimburse public schools for covered mental health services provided to students. This means more resources for our students and families!
Health plans and insurers will pay for mental health services provided to your child in a school-linked setting, and there will not be any out-of-pocket expenses (e.g., co-payments, deductibles) for you and your family. State law prohibits health plans and insurers from passing any of the cost of these services on to families.
Look for more information soon about how you can securely sign up online to provide your insurance information to help schools get reimbursed to keep our mental health and wellness programs sustainable. www.mvwsd.org/CYBHI
CAASPP Scores are Now Available!
CAASPP student (ELA, Math) score reports (from the Spring tests, current 4th- through 8th-graders) were released by the state and are now available for parents on the PowerSchool Parent Portal (under “Score Reports” - choose the 2024-25 school year). To learn more about how to understand your child’s CAASPP score report, go to the Starting Smarter website at https://www.ca.startingsmarter.org/. If you need assistance with logging on to the PowerSchool Parent Portal, please contact your student’s school office.
Welcome from MVEF – Why It Matters
Welcome to the 2025–26 school year from the Mountain View Educational Foundation (MVEF)! MVEF is a volunteer-led nonprofit that funds essential programs not covered by public school budgets - like art, music, hands-on science, middle school athletics, and extra English teachers to reduce class sizes.
Thanks to donations from parents like YOU, every MVWSD student benefits. But these programs depend on your support. The suggested donation for 2025-26 is $1,100 per student (or any amount that works for you). All gifts are tax-deductible and make a big impact. And you can double your impact with corporate matching!
What MVEF funds:
- Art & Music (via CSMA) - TK–5
- Hands-On-Science (Living Classroom) - TK–6
- Science Enrichment & Field Trips - Grades 4–5
- One Additional English Teacher in each middle school to reduce class sizes
- Athletics and Supplemental Funding for Clubs & Performing Arts in Middle Schools
Over 80% of our funding comes from MVWSD families. Visit mvef.org to learn more and donate here today. Thank you for helping us enrich every student’s education!
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.