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Thank you to the families who have made your annual contribution to ONE-Miramonte… and thank you in advance to all of you who will donate this year! We are so grateful for each and every family who pitches in to help us reach our fundraising goals for the school year.
I want to encourage every family to make a contribution of any level so that we can continue to provide the excellent programming we offer at Miramonte. Three key things to highlight about our budget:
- We receive very little funding from the state, and need you to help us close the funding gap.
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The dollars you contribute this fall go to Miramonte classes, programs, and departments this school year.
- Every single student on campus is supported by your donations because they help fund the 7-Period Day schedule, the Wellness Center, the College and Career Center, the Counseling Department, additional AP courses, classroom supplies, field trips, and smaller class sizes.
Thank you again, please reach out to me if you have any questions, and 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.
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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September 28: Public Speaking hosts GGSA
September 30: BSU Summit
October 2: SAT - Seniors only; 7:45 a.m. (prior registration required)
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 24-27: Fall Play; MHS Theater; 7:00 p.m.
October 28: Winter Sports Begin
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ONE-Miramonte Fundraising | |
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Thank you to the 37% of Miramonte families who have made a gift of any size to ONE-Miramonte this school year! These families know that donations to ONE-Miramonte are vital to maintaining the academic classes and programs that make Miramonte an exceptional school.
Unfortunately, donations significantly down this year compared to last year.
We aim for 100% participation from Miramonte families since all students benefit from classes and programs ONE-Miramonte supports. Donations are spent this school year at Miramonte, funding the budget set by Principal Campopiano in consultation with Miramonte teachers and voted on by the Miramonte Parents’ Club.
If you haven’t made a donation yet this school year, please consider doing so today — we need support from every family to reach our goal.
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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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LatinX Heritage Festival
Miramonte Students, Our Annual LatinX Heritage Festival is on Wednesday, October 9, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. in the Wellness Center. If you want to host a booth for this event, please fill out this form, or scan the new QR codes around campus. The form closes Wednesday, October 2. We would love for you to host a booth, or join us at the event! See you all in a few weeks! Go Mats!!
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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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Candidate Roundtables
Once again, the AUHSD governing board and the League of Women Voters are hosting candidate roundtables in advance of the November election. There are many dates and times available.
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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 purchase of 6 issues. Subscribe here. | |
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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 Friday, 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.
CSF - Deadline to Register- Monday, September 30
California Scholarship Federation (CSF) registration is now open. CSF is an honor club at Miramonte that acknowledges the high academic achievement of students. Eligibility is determined through a point system based on the last semester’s course load and specific semester grades. Fill out the application on the webstore to determine if you are eligible. Deadline to register is Monday, September 30.
Email Sylvie Shawn with any questions or if you need a fee waiver.
To fill out the application and pay the dues click here.
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All Miramonte parents and guardians are invited to attend the district wide parent education event on Fentanyl Awareness on October 8, 6:30-8pm at Las Lomas High School. Please RSVP using the QR code below. We hope you can join us on Tuesday, October 8. | |
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Class of 2025 Reminders
Senior Parents, 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.
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Football Game Bake Sale Fundraiser, Sunday, November 3.
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Chipotle Fundraiser on Wednesday, December 4.
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Casa Orinda Fundraiser on Tuesday, January 14.
Questions? Contact the Class of 2025 Parent Advisors
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Class of 2026 Reminders
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
Moms’ Night Out was a huge success - thank you to all who attended and contributed, and a special thanks to our amazing hosts Lynn Barney and Raife Giovinazzo!
Now it’s time for DAD! Join us Thursday, October 17, for a night of music, games, food, and drink! Lynn and Raife will again be hosting, and we expect it to be a lot of fun! Buy your ticket now: Dads’ Night Out
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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Class of 2028 Reminders
There is still time to donate to the Class Activity Fund. This crucial donation funds all the events the class will enjoy, including Prom, Ball, and Senior Events. Thank you for your donation!
Questions? Contact the Class of 2028 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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