Principal’s Message:
Dear Imai Families,
This week our kindergarteners were learning about important women in history and the many contributions they have made. Women’s Voices Assembly is 3/20 at 8:30-10:00 am and we are looking for volunteers to facilitate. Interest form (due 3/12/24). We can’t do it without your support so please help us out by signing up.
CAASPP Testing ( state assessment for Grades 3-5) is coming up. Please plan on attending our informational meeting on 3/15 from 8:15-9:00 AM on how to prepare your child and all about the testing process. (register here)
Upcoming Events
- Report Cards sent home on March 8 via email.
- Open House 3/21 5:30-7:30PM Art Show and, 6-7 PM Classrooms
- updated sign up form (Open House week of March 21st)- set up and tear down help needed
Imai Newspaper
Have a wonderful rest of the week.
Arline Siam
Principal
Upcoming Events
March
8- Report cards sent home
11-15- Women’s history month spirit week
13- Bookmobile at 2:30pm Flyer
14- SSC at 3:30pm
15- Principal’s Coffee 8:15-9am (register here)
16- Imai Walkathon 8am-3pm
18- Spring Picture Day (Click Here- ID: EVTP36QQS)
21- Open house 6pm-8pm
25- Teacher service day (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:
Annual Reclassification Ceremony: Thursday, April 25
Our yearly celebration of former English Learner students who have reclassified as fluent in English this school year will take place on the afternoon of April 25 at Crittenden. Invitations will be sent home to families by the end of March. We are all looking forward to cheering on the students’ achievement!
Better Together: March
In the month of March, #BetterTogether is taking a moment to honor the women trailblazers who shattered barriers and paved the way for future generations. As a way of honoring them, students in the district will also be learning about what it means to embody the spirit of being helpers for others, especially for others facing challenges and inequities. By standing #BetterTogether and amplifying the voices of women, we honor their legacy and continue to strive for a better world. For more information about Better Together, visit mvwsd.org/BetterTogetherMVWSD.
Graham Middle musical: “Sister Act Jr, The Musical”
The Graham Middle School Spring Musical is back again, ready to dazzle you when we “Raise our Voice!" Get ready to have a nun-believable time at our performance of “Sister Act Jr, The Musical.”
All of the students, parents, and staff have been working so hard to make this show “Fabulous, Baby!” If you join us, we promise that we will “Take You To Heaven” “Here Within These Walls." You definitely don’t want to miss this opportunity to “Spread the Love Around” and watch these nuns bust a move!
Tickets are now available for purchase here. You can see the show at:
Graham Middle School Auditorium
March 15th and 16th 7:30 pm
March 17th 2:00 pm
Adult Ticket: $15
Student Ticket: $10
National Nutrition Month
March is National Nutrition Month! This year’s theme is “Beyond the Table”. This month, we’re exploring how our food choices extend beyond our plates, impacting our personal health, our community, and our planet. A great way to start supporting sustainable and mindful eating is by learning about the origins of our food. Check out this video about the journey carrots take from the farm to your table.
Get your tickets to the MVEF Spring Gala and join MVEF on Saturday, April 27
Come support public school education and join us at the annual MVEF fundraising gala. It is an evening of FUN, energy and great COMMUNITY-BUILDING. An excellent opportunity to have an adult night out with friends, other parents, district staff and local supporters. Individual tickets are $150. (Reduced to $125 until March 24!) Find more information at https://paybee.io/@mvef@14
MVHS Spartans Sports Camp
Spartans Sports Camp is proud to announce that registration for Summer Camp 2024 is now open. Camp will run from June 10 - August 2 this summer. There are a wide variety of camps, and lunch and extended care is available for your convenience. 100% of camp proceeds go towards supporting athletics at Mountain View High School. For more information and to register, visit www.SpartansSportsCamp.com.
Silicon Valley Reads K-8 Career Fair
Silicon Valley Reads is holding a K-8 Career Fair on March 9, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. K-8 grade youth and their parent or chaperone are invited to attend the free career fair with professionals who have excelled in their field. There will also be a petting zoo hosted by a local 4-H club and a free book for each child who attends.
PIQE Family Engagement Workshops: Building Academic Success Together
The Parent Institute for Quality Education (PIQE) will be facilitating a free virtual, 8-week parent and caregiver course, entitled “Building Academic Success Together”. Through this course, parents and caregivers will enhance their skills and gain new tools and resources to support them with helping their child succeed in school. The series runs from March through April, with 3 different courses based upon child grade level range. See attached flyers for registration information.
The View Teen Center: March
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., and the center features a game room, makerspace, kitchen, computer/study room, outdoor area, and much more! See attached flier for details about upcoming events and programs in March or visit their webpage for more information.
PTA NEWS
YEARBOOK:
Important Announcements (with Deadlines!):
- Purchase your yearbook asap, so you can already start working on your student’s customized pages! (Deadline for customized pages: April 2nd, 2024) https://www.imaipta.org/yearbook
- Volunteers are needed ASAP for the following rooms:
- TK: Room 19, Room 20
- K: Room 1
- 3rd Grade: Room 6, Room 14
- 4th Grade: Room 11
To volunteer no experience is required, tutorials will be provided if needed.
Email: [email protected]
Upload your photos to our Yearbook Google Drive here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/16tQJFPbtA9fkRIyCzZv7r1b7qfGktK7j?usp=share_link Take photos at the school events or when you’re volunteering inside a classroom or on campus! We need the following events (and more!):
- Beautification Day
- Meet the Teachers
- First Day of School
- Halloween
- Spirit Week
- Lunar New Year
- Right At School (RAS)/YMCA Afterschool
3. Encourage your child to participate in a Yearbook Cover Contest! Details in the Flyer here:https://www.imaipta.org/yearbook. Deadline for submissions is March 21, 2024!
4. 5th Grade Parents (Important!):
- Upload your kid(s)’ “Then and Now” photos (with info) Here
- Upload your kid(s)’ “Baby Pic” (with info) to Here
For more Yearbook Information please visit: https://www.imaipta.org/yearbook or email: [email protected]
Attachments:
Sister Act
TeenCenterMarch
Spartans Sports Camp Flyer
CareerFair_Flyer
Parent_Caregiver Class Series