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Miramonte has two exciting events next week. First, the Latinx Heritage Festival, a student- and staff-led community event celebrating Latino culture, will be held in the Student Union on Wednesday, October 9, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Then, on Thursday, October 10, at 7:00 p.m, we will host our annual Fall Music Concert, featuring our talented music students led by our fabulous new music teacher, Mr. Carl Oser.
We are a month away from Winter Sports beginning! If your child is interested in trying out for a Winter Sport, please CLICK HERE to learn more about the registration and tryout process. Please also plan on attending the Winter Sports Parent Night on Thursday, October 24, at 6:00 p.m in the main gym.
Lastly, as the 1st Quarter is winding down next Friday, October 11, please encourage your child to talk to their teachers if they have a question or concern about an assignment or grade. The purpose of our Communication Policy is to help our students develop critical communication skills and to resolve situations at the lowest possible level.
See you at our home football game tonight at 7:00 p.m, have a great weekend, and GO MATS!
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On behalf of the Miramonte Parent’s Club, I would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations on the achievement of receiving the California Distinguished School Award, and AUHSD was ranked 15th best district in the state by Niche. These recognitions are a true testament to the hard work, dedication, and excellence of our students, teachers, staff, and administrators. Way to go MATS! I am proud to be part of a school community that continually strives for academic excellence while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
I hope to see you all next Wednesday, October 9, at the Miramonte LatinX Heritage Festival from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. in the Student Union.
Please also join us this Thursday, October 10, for Miramonte's Fall Music Concert, presented by our talented Visual & Performing Arts Department at 7:00 p.m. in the MHS Theater.
Details are in the newsletter below. These will both be wonderful opportunities to come together as a community. Admission is free, and all are welcome, so bring your family and friends!
Stay up to date with all Parents' Club activities by visiting our website.
As always, please reach out with any questions or concerns.
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October 5: Public Speaking Debate Tournament; Heritage HS
October 5: Class of 2026 Parent Social
October 8: Parent Education: Fentanyl Awareness; 6:30-8:00 p.m.; Las Lomas HS
October 9: Latin X Heritage Festival
October 10: Fall Music Concert (Vocal & Instrumental): MHS Theater; 7:00 p.m.
October 14: No School
October 16: PSAT - Sophomores and Juniors; 7:30 a.m. (prior registration required)
October 17: Class of 2027 Dads' Social
October 19: Public Speaking GGSA Speech 1; James Logan HS
October 24: Class of 2025 Dads' Social
October 24: Winter Sports Night, 6:00 p.m, MHS Gym
October 24-27: Fall Play; 7:00 p.m; MHS Theater (Purchase Tickets here)
October 28: Winter Sports Begin
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ONE-Miramonte Fundraising | |
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Get on the List!
On Wednesday, October 16, we are publishing a list of all the Miramonte families who have made a donation to ONE-Miramonte this school year.
It’s not too late to make a donation and be included among the families supporting the academic classes and programs contributions to ONE-Miramonte makes possible.
If you made a donation through your employee portal your gift may not have been received yet. Please reach out if you’d like to check whether your gift has been received to ensure you’re included on the donor list.
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LatinX Heritage Festival
Wednesday, October 9 is the Miramonte LatinX Heritage Festival from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. in the Student Union. We would like to invite all of you to enjoy cultural booths and activities, as well as food, live music, dancers, and more!
If you are interested in hosting a cultural booth of your own, you can fill out this google form to sign up! All cultures are welcome and celebrated, so we would love to have you join us for this opportunity to share and highlight your culture and its significance.
Thanks so much and we can’t wait to see you in next week! Go Mats!
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Miramonte’s Visual & Performing Arts Department Proudly Presents the Fall Music Concert!
Join us on Thursday, October 10, at 7:00 p.m., in the MHS Theater for an unforgettable evening of music featuring the instrumental and vocal talents of the MHS Concert Choir, Chamber Singers, Musical Theater Workshop Performers, and Jazz Band (all directed by Carl Oser), as well as the Orinda Intermediate School Choir (directed by Christina Holling).
Don’t miss this opportunity to support our accomplished Visual & Performing Arts students and enjoy a night of exceptional performances! Admission is free, and all are welcome.
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Save the dates!
Miramonte Drama and Stagecraft students present their own unique spin on the British pantomime with wild and wacky adaptations of the classic stories of Cinderella and Treasure Island. Purchase tickets here.
Dates and times:
Thursday, October 24, 7:00 p.m. - Treasure Island
Friday, October 25, 7:00 p.m. – Cinderella
Saturday, October 26, 7:00 p.m. - Treasure Island
Sunday, October 27, 4:00 p.m. – Cinderella
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Junior SAT Testing - Save the date!
Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Location: Miramonte High School
Registration opens on the Webstore Monday, December 2, and closes Monday, January 20. For more information, click here or contact Jennifer Lezcano
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Yearbook News
The 2024-25 Miramonte yearbook is currently on sale! Yearbooks must be purchased directly from the vendor. If you have not yet purchased a yearbook for your student, click on the link below and enter your student's first and last name. Make sure the first and last names you enter match the first and last names provided to the school on all registration documents.
Purchase a yearbook for your student HERE. When prompted for the School Order Number, enter the Miramonte High School school code: 6301
Attention Parents of Seniors - Senior Dedication Ads are now available for purchase! Senior Ads are a great way to commemorate your graduating Senior and all of their hard work and accomplishments. The earlybird deadline to purchase an ad at a discounted price is 10/11/24, and the final deadline is 11/1/24. However, please note that ad space is limited and the sales window will close early if all spots are filled prior to that date! Purchase your ad now before space runs out! We are also currently accepting Then and Now photo submissions. Please click here for more details on purchasing an ad and submitting Then and Nows here.
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College and Career Snacks
Every student who graduates from Miramonte will experience an amazing resource in the College and Career Center. From college rep visits to workshops on essay writing and the application process, the CCC is an invaluable resource with an amazing staff. So whether your student is a senior or a first year, please consider purchasing items from this wishlist to fuel our students while they are meeting with our College and Career Counselors this semester. Your child will benefit in their senior year from the generosity of our parent community.
Contact April Meagher with questions.
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Boofest
Del Rey Elementary School is looking for volunteers to help with their annual Fall Festival Boofest on Saturday, October 19, 11:00-2:00 p.m. Volunteers will help with carnival games, bounce houses, ice cream walk, dunk tank, bake sale, arts and crafts and much more.
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The Mirador
Subscribe to The Mirador! Our award-winning student-led publication will exclusively publish magazines this year. Support the community by purchasing a subscription for $65 and receive a complimentary Mirador swag item with your 6 issues. Subscribe here
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Candidate Roundtables
The League of Women Voters is hosting a forum for candidates running for the Acalanes Union High School District Governing Board. It will be Thursday, October 17, from 7:00-8:30 pm, at the Walnut Creek Library, Oak View Room, 1644 N. Broadway, Walnut Creek. Click here to learn more
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Financial Aid 101
We are excited to invite you to an essential session on Financial Aid 101 with College Aid Pro. Many families unknowingly make mistakes that cost them tens of thousands of dollars, and this virtual presentation will help you understand the financial aid process.
Join us Wednesday, October 9, at 6:00 p.m. for a virtual meeting. Please sign up using this Registration Link
If you can't make it, please register anyway to receive the recording.
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Schedule Changes
The deadline to drop a class without it appearing on your transcript is October 11.
Seniors
- Counselors are continuing to meet individually with seniors to discuss post-high school plans!
- If your senior is applying to college, they can begin requesting transcripts via MaiaLearning.
- Consider attending the Academy college application workshops in the College and Career Center. Students can sign up using TeachMore.
Students who received a D, F, NC, or NP in a graduation required course should contact their counselor to see if they are eligible for remediation through a FuelEd course. Remediation is important if your student wants to maintain UC/CSU eligibility.
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There are two opportunities to learn more about substance abuse issues and teens included in this week's Wellness news. On October 8th there is a district wide parent education event on Fentanyl Awareness. We hope you will join us for an informative evening, on a challenging topic, that might just be life-saving.
In addition, in order to be informed of the most up to date information about teens and vaping, please take the time to watch Danger of Vaping: What parents should know in 2024
Teens are being targeted with videos, ads and social media posts, especially with new products such as Zyn Nicotine pouches. The more parents know about these products the better they can talk with their teens about them.
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Cheer Team Fundraiser
MHS Cheer See's Candy Holiday Sale Opens on Monday October 7, click here to learn more
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Class of 2025 Reminders
The Jostens representative will be in the breezeway near the Senior Lawn on Wednesday, October 9 during lunch to display your cap/gown and graduation items. The representative will also be available for senior class ring sizing.
Please consider purchasing items from this wishlist to fuel our students while they are meeting with our College and Career Counselors.
Contact April Meagher with questions.
Class of 2025 Dads' Night Out!
Hosted by Mike Smith. Enjoy cocktails and appetizers on the deck
Thursday, October 24, 2024, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Tickets: $50
Contact Jessica Elkind with questions.
Questions? Contact the Class of 2025 Parent Advisors
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Class of 2026 Reminders
The Jostens representative will be in the breezeway near the Senior Lawn on Wednesday October 9, during lunch for junior class ring sizing.
Don’t forget to purchase your tickets now for the Class of 2026 Parent Pickleball Social on Saturday, October 5, from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Lafayette Rink. Click Here to purchase. Can’t make it but would still like to contribute? Click Here to donate.
Questions? Contact the Class of 2026 Parent Advisors
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Class of 2027 Reminders
Buy your ticket for Dads’ Night Out on Thursday, October 17, hosted by Raife Giovinazzo. We’ll have the football game on and we’ll be grilling - so come share a few laughs and drinks with your fellow dads!
We’re still looking for volunteers to help plan and support Dads’ Night Out - sign up here to help: SUG.
Thank you to all who signed up to manage our Sophomore Class Pop Up Concession Stand Fundraiser on Friday, November 1, at the Miramonte v. Clayton Valley football game. Stay tuned for a detailed sign-up for homemade treats.
Questions? Contact the Class of 2027 Parent Advisors
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Citizens' Oversight Committee
The Acalanes Union High School District is seeking community members to join one or both of our financial oversight committees. Please visit the district website for more information on Measures G and A and Measure E. Apply to join the Citizens' Oversight committee here
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Next AUHSD Board Meeting
The next AUHSD Board Meeting is on Wednesday, October 16. The agenda will be posted here on Sunday, October 13. The meeting is held at the district office, with the public portion beginning at 7:00 p.m. You may also watch the live broadcast here.
The upcoming board meetings for the rest of 2024 are on the following Wednesdays: November 6, November 20, and December 18.
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