Principal’s Message:
Dear Imai Families,
Our fifth graders are having a wonderful time at Walden West. Yesterday Ms. Sharp and I went to visit and hang out with them during dinner time. It is such a beautiful and peaceful place. This year was also the first time that we went with Bubb (down the street from Imai) as we normally go with two other schools from other districts.
Halloween is on Friday and our parade is the highlight of the month so please plan accordingly. The parking lot will be closed off to all parents as that’s the parade route so please plan on parking somewhere else. Our neighbors have been complaining about Kindergarten, TK and Mod student parents’ parking in their driveways, blocking them and double parking so please be courteous and park somewhere else especially on Friday when everyone is going to be looking for parking. The parade route will be clearly marked so please stand on the section that is designated for parents only. Thank you in advance for your cooperation! (if your family doesn’t celebrate please let your child’s teacher know or call the office to report their absence.)
It’s that time of the year where we start asking you for gift card donations for the holidays. The gift cards we donate will be given to families in need for the holidays. We are asking for Safeway, Target, Walmart or Costco for parents to be able to purchase groceries. Please email them to me at [email protected] or bring them to the office.
Check the Lost & Found
Our Lost & Found rack by room 6 is overflowing with jackets, water bottles, lunch boxes, and more! If your child is missing something, please stop by and take a look. We will donate all clothing that is left behind by 10.31.25.
Winter Clothes Donations (Landels School)
It's finally time to get the warm clothes out of the closet! If you find items that are too small for your kids, or you just don't want them anymore, please bring them to the Imai office and we will find them a good home. Baby and adult clothes are also needed.
Clean and gently used clothes only, please. Nothing with stains or permanent damage. We will donate these items to families in need in our community. We will be collecting donations until Friday, November 14, 2025. Thank you!
Have a wonderful rest of the week.
Arline Siam
Principal
Upcoming Events
October
31- Halloween Parade at 8:15 am
November
7-End of trimester (minimum day)
11- Veteran’s day (No school)
13- SSC at 3:30pm
13-ELAC at 5:30pm
14- Principal’s coffee at 8:30 am
19- Bookmobile 2:30pm
21- Report cards sent home
24-28- Thanksgiving break (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:
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. 4 to their principal and elected parent representatives to SSC and ELAC. You may review the draft plans here.
Smart Ways to Give to MVEF: Stock Donations & Corporate Matching
Have you ever considered donating stock to MVEF? It’s one of the most tax-smart ways to give — and it directly supports art, music, science, athletics, and more for every MVWSD student.
- Full tax deduction for the fair market value of the stock
No capital gains tax — you skip the taxes you’d owe if you sold it yourself
- Bigger impact for you and our students
Many in our community trade stock or receive RSUs from local companies, and donating appreciated shares directly to MVEF is simple and efficient. Find stock transfer instructions here.
Your employer might also help you double your impact!
Many local companies offer matching gifts or employee giving days in October–December, multiplying the effect of your contribution. Corporate matches and grants are a major part of MVEF’s annual funding, helping us reach our $1.2M goal for 2025–26. Check if your company matches donations to MVEF here.
Thank you for helping MVEF enrich every student’s learning experience!
FROM OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Mountain View High School Spartan Turkey Trot: Registration Open Now
Registration is open now for the 16th Annual Spartan Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning (Thursday, November 27, 2025) at the Mountain View High School Track (3535 Truman Ave, Mountain View, CA). Register early to guarantee a spot. This event is proudly hosted by MVHS Sports Boosters to benefit the MVHS athletics department and supporting teams/clubs. 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). Register at https://www.spartanturkeytrot.com.
Mountain View Public Library: The Tortured Poets Workshop
Explore the poetics of pop songs in this workshop with local Youth Poet Laureate Sierra Elman. Analyze the lyrics of your favorite songs, write your own poetry, and share your work. Featuring lyrics by Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, Sabrina Carpenter, and more.
Saturday, November 1
2 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Grades 6-12
Register here.
PTA NEWS
Yearbook
Pre-order your yearbook today and save 10%! This is a one-time earlybird discount offer that ends on October 31st! Follow this link: Order Here
To sign up to volunteer or for any yearbook-related questions please email: [email protected].
Attachments
16th Annual Turkey Trot
Amplify Tortured Poets Workshop