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Today marks the halfway point of the 1st Quarter, and progress grade reports will be sent electronically through Parent Square next Friday, September 20th. In preparation, please take some time next week to review your child’s Canvas account. This will give you a clearer understanding of the grades they will receive and can open up valuable conversations about their successes and challenges so far.
Additionally, please ask your child how they are making use of Academy time on Wednesdays and Fridays. Students should be "tagging" themselves into the classes where they need extra support or are facing difficulties. Academy provides two hours each week for students to seek help from teachers, catch up on assignments, study for exams, and complete missed work.
Next week is Homecoming Week! Our Leadership Class is putting on dress up days, activities, and the annual Homecoming Rally on Friday. Friday evening is the Homecoming Game against Benecia and then the Homecoming Dance is Saturday evening at Miramonte. Please encourage your child to participate in these events and join in on the fun next week!
Have a wonderful weekend and hope to see you tonight at our home football game against Carmel Valley starting at 7:00pm! Go Mats!
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Look forward to an exciting week of Homecoming FUN...GO MATS!!
Please join us Wednesday at 11:15am in the Student Union for our first Parent Club meeting of the year: Coffee with Campopiano! This will be an opportunity to hear updates from Principal Campopiano, meet other parents, ask questions, and be involved in our community. If there are any topics you would like discussed at future Parent Club meetings please let us know!
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 16-20: Homecoming Week
September 18: Coffee with Campopiano; Parents' Club General Meeting; 11:15-12:30 p.m.
September 18: CCC - Looking Toward College Junior Parent Presentation; 6:30 p.m.
September 18: Challenge Success Event with Denise Pope; 6:30-8:30 p.m.
September 20: Homecoming Football Game, 7:00 p.m.
September 21: Homecoming Dance; 7:00-9:00 p.m.
September 24: CCC - Activities Section Workshop
September 24: Class of 2027 Mom's Social
September 25: Make-up Picture Day
September 26: Class of 2028 Parent Social
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 9: Latin X Heritage Festival
October 10: Orinda Fall Sing
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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Parent donations to ONE-Miramonte play a vital role in maintaining excellence at our school. Contributions provide supplemental funding for every class on campus and benefit ALL Miramonte students. Click here to learn more about exactly where your donations go and why fundraising is necessary in public schools.
Unfortunately, donations to ONE-Miramonte are down this year when compared to last school year. We need every family to contribute to ONE-Miramonte to ensure we can meet our obligations to our students in the 24-25 school year. If you haven’t made a donation yet this year, please do so today.
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Sophomores and Juniors Sign up to Take the PSAT
Sign up to take the PSAT on October 16 at 7:30 a.m. at Miramonte. Cost is $30 and deadline to register is Friday, September 13. The PSAT is great practice for the SAT, & the scores are more than just a number. With your results you can: See your progress, set a target, and get your AP potential. Sign up here
Download Bluebook to your laptop and bring an approved device.
If you have any further questions or concerns, please email Jennifer Lezcano
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Picture Make Up Day
Picture make up day is Wednesday, September 25. If you did not get your picture taken, please plan on doing this on the 25th. Please follow this LINK to purchase photos.
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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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Thriving, Engaged and Well-Balanced Students
Dr. Denise Pope, founder of Challenge Success and expert in student well-being will be visiting our community on September 18 to share her insights and current research regarding supporting our students to thrive in our high-stakes and high-pressure culture. The Lafayette Orinda Presbyterian Church will host the event on Wednesday, September 18, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Seats are limited and we expect high parent interest. View event flyer here and register here to reserve your spot for this free parent education event.
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Directory Artwork Contest for MHS Students
Miramonte students who love to draw, design, and create are invited to submit an original piece for the cover of this year's directory. Drawings, digital creations, sketches, captured images, etc., are all welcome. The directory parent volunteers will judge all submissions and select the winner. The winner will receive a $100 gift card!
Artwork Submission Details:
● Should be high resolution and show well on an 8.5 x 11 page
● Must be submitted digitally (jpeg or png). No PDF files please.
● Do not include the word "directory" on the artwork
● Deadline to submit is Monday, September 16.
Please send artwork submissions and questions to Anna Miller, Directory Chair
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Juniors
Junior Parent Presentation: Looking Toward College, September 18 at 6:30pm, Miramonte Theater. This presentation is for junior class parents and guardians. It is meant to give a glimpse at post-secondary planning, with a preview of the College & Career Center's Class of 2026 official launch in January.
Seniors
Senior Common App and UC Activities Workshop, September 24, 7th Period, Library. We will tackle the activities section of the Common App and UC application, focusing on maximizing the character count for the greatest impact.
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This week in Wellness, we invited all 10th grade HSD classes to attend a presentation about Wellness services and resources. Students participated in a scavenger hunt throughout the center to personally explore what is offered. This spring we will invite the second semester HSD classes to attend as well. Here is a link to the presentation
September is Suicide Prevention Month. Next week, Wellness will be tabling on the quad with information about suicide prevention and awareness. Suicide is preventable and this takes frank and open conversations. Know the signs, breathe, find the words and reach out. We will be discussing each of these as we talk to your students. As always, please reach out if you have questions.
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Schedule Changes
The deadline to drop a class without it appearing on your transcript is October 11.
Seniors
- Counselors are beginning 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.
- Please have your student contact their counselor immediately if they are applying EA or ED to a school.
- 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.
Cal Grant gives funds to every eligible senior who meets the requirements. AUHSD will electronically submit information for every senior in the district to the California Student Aid Commission so they may be considered for a Cal Grant. If you do not wish to have your student’s information submitted electronically, please complete the opt-out form with our school registrar, Kyley Jacobs, by September 27.
CSF
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. Registration is open from Sept. 10th- Sept. 30th.
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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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 24th, 2024, 7- 9pm Tickets: $50
Contact Jessica Elkind with questions.
Save the date:
- Football Game Bake Sale Fundraiser, Nov 3
- Chipotle Fundraiser on December 4th
- Casa Orinda Fundraiser on January 14th
Questions? Contact the Class of 2025 Parent Advisors
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Class of 2026 Reminders
The Class of 2026 needs your help! Please help us be the most spirited class and win the Homecoming Hall Decorating Contest. Sign up here to donate items or click here to purchase items from our Amazon wishlist.
Save the Date! Pickleball Parent Social, Saturday, October 5, 5:00-8:00 p.m. at the Lafayette Rink. Invitation and ticket purchasing information coming soon.
Questions? Contact the Class of 2026 Parent Advisors
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Class of 2027 Reminders
Mark your calendar for our Sophomore Class of 2027 Mom's Night Out on Tuesday, September 24.
Sign-up on our SUG to lead the Sophomore Class Pop Up Concession Stand Fundraiser on Friday, November 1 at the Miramonte v. Clayton Valley football game. Detailed sign-up for homemade treats to follow.
And, please review the SUG for additional volunteer opportunities.
Questions? Contact the Class of 2027 Parent Advisors
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Class of 2028 Reminders
Homecoming Hallway Donations
Homecoming is right around the corner and the Class of 2028 would love your support in purchasing items for their Homecoming Hallway.
Parent Meet and Greet Happy Hour on Thursday, September 26, at The Fourth Bore from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
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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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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