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Dear Miramonte Community,
Just a few quick things to note as we head into Spring Break:
- Per the AUHSD Homework Policy, homework will not be assigned during Spring Break with the exception of Advanced Placement courses. Teachers of Advanced Placement courses may assign reasonable homework during Spring Break.
- Our Athletic Boosters leadership is asking you to take a few minutes to complete this survey regarding our athletic facilities and potential fundraising needs.
- I don't want to jinx us, but the weather report has the sun coming out Sunday and the rain staying away all next week!
Have a great break, remind your kiddos to unplug and enjoy their time away, and GO MATS!
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Dear Miramonte Families,
Volunteers are needed to serve on the Parents' Club board next year! Check out the Volunteer Interest Form for more details about volunteering opportunities for the 2024-2025 school year, to express your interest in a position, or to nominate someone you believe would be perfect for a position. Interested in learning more? Email Meredith Moss.
2024-2025 open volunteer positions:
- President - co-leader with the Chairperson
- VP Communication - oversees the Parents’ Club communication activities
- VP Fundraising - shadow current VP Fundraising for 2024-25; take over the following year
- Matador News Co-Editor - work with the co-editor to produce the Matador News
- Meet-a-Matador Co-Editor - work with the co-editor to produce staff profiles
- Data Manager - maintain contact database
- Visual & Performing Arts (VPA) Promotion Committee - assist VPA department chairs with the promotion of VPA events
Join us for our next Parents' Club meeting on Wednesday, April 17, 9:30 a.m. Associate Superintendent John Walker will discuss the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP). We will also hear updates from Principal Ben Campopiano, and the Parents' Club Finance Committee will present the first draft of the budget for the upcoming year. All parents and guardians are welcome!
Join us for Miramonte Campus Beautification Day on Saturday, April 20! Friends and family are welcome! Bring shovels, rakes, wheelbarrows, and a water bottle. Sign up here to donate or volunteer.
Have a wonderful Spring Break, and see you in April!
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April 1-5: Spring Break; No School
April 9-12: CAST Testing
April 11: Class of 2027 Parent Social
April 11: Parent Ed: Song For Charlie; time TBD (Zoom link coming soon)
April 12-13: Latin Convention
April 12: Deadline to complete AUHSD's LCAP survey (link to survey)
April 13: Senior Ball
April 17: Parents' Club Meeting; 9:30 a.m.; Room 221
April 17: CCC: Paying the Bill & Borrowing for College; 6:30 p.m.; virtual (register)
April 17: AUHSD Governing Board Meeting; 7:00 p.m.; District office
April 18: Parent & Student Ed: Start Smart Safe Driving presentation; 6:30-8:00 p.m.; MHS Theater (sign up)
April 19 & 20: Performers for Progress; 7:00-9:00 p.m.; MHS Theater
April 20: Campus Beautification Day; 9:00-1:00 p.m. (sign up)
April 20: Class of 2025 Parent Social
April 22-26: Environmental Spirit Week
April 22: Athletic Boosters Club facility meeting; 7:00-9:00 p.m.; MHS Library
April 24-27: Spring Play; MHS Theater
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ONE-Miramonte Fundraising | |
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It’s not too late to get your donation matched!
A corporate match is an easy way to make your donation to our school go further. Use the button below to see if your employer offers a match. If they do, you may be able to double your gift! It’s like free money that can benefit all students and teachers at Miramonte. If you need help with your match or have questions about how it works, Julie Mercer is here to help!
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Lend A Hand If You Can - volunteers needed!
NOW is the moment to step up and carry forward the tradition of legendary Matador parent support that was established by those who came before you!
“Taking a leadership position with the Parents’ Club, I was able to take a hands-on approach to ensuring that Miramonte had a strong emotional and educational foundation for my sons and all the students at the school. It takes parents stepping up to make this thriving environment possible.” ~ Nicole, former superstar MHSPC volunteer and parent of Class of 2018 and 2020 students
“If not you, then who? There is no good time to volunteer, but it is necessary to keep our school running successfully. I used to hear from parents frequently that their teens wouldn’t want them involved in planning events or helping on campus. Since graduating, both my children have thanked me and said they appreciate how much I cared to be a part of their school life.” ~Tricia, former superstar MHSPC volunteer and parent of Class of 2018 and 2021 students
We’re so thankful to our parents for generously providing expertise, resources, and volunteer time—all of which foster our tight-knit and supportive community. Please consider lending a hand to help with the work it takes to make the Miramonte magic happen.
Check out the volunteer form link below for more details about next year's volunteer opportunities, to express your interest in a position, or to nominate someone you believe would be perfect for a position. Questions? Contact Meredith Moss.
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Class of 2025 Families - Senior Portrait Survey due today!
Believe it or not, Class of 2025 families, MHS Administration is gearing up for your big year! To make the senior portrait process easier for families, Creative Images will be setting up the portrait studio here at Miramonte. We are looking for input regarding what dates work best for most families. Taking your student's portrait on campus will save a trip to the Pleasanton studio.
Please take this survey by TODAY, Friday, March 29, and we will announce on-site studio dates after spring break.
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Community Service Year Coming to a Close
Miramonte’s current community service year ends on Sunday, March 31. The deadline for students to have all hours submitted to Helper Helper and validated by our community service volunteers is Monday, April 15. Please don’t wait until the last minute! Please check here for detailed information on opportunities, what qualifies, and awards. Questions? Email MHS Community Service.
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Parent Ed Event: Save the date for Song For Charlie presentation on Zoom on Thursday, April 11
Join us for an insightful presentation by Song for Charlie, a national family-run nonprofit dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of fentanyl. As they've done in the other AUHSD schools this school year, they'll be highlighting the emerging dangers of self-medication and casual drug use in the fentanyl era and offering healthier strategies for coping with stress. Mark your calendar for the evening of Thursday, April 11, for this powerful Zoom presentation. Stay tuned for the exact time and Zoom link. This presentation will be recorded for those who cannot attend.
In addition to the parent event, our students will hear from Song for Charlie during an all-student assembly on Friday, April 12, during Academy.
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Feedback needed: LCAP survey deadline is Friday, April 12
AUHSD is in the process of developing a new Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP), which is a three-year, State-mandated plan that will serve as AUHSD’s guiding document as the District pursues key goals related to academic programming, extracurricular activities, campus culture, personnel, and facilities. LCAP development must be an inclusive process; therefore, parent/guardian input on LCAP goals and action steps is essential. Please take a few minutes to provide your input via this survey, open through Friday, April 12, at 5:00 p.m. Note that AUHSD will also hold an in-person LCAP input session at the Parents' Club meeting on Wednesday, April 17, 9:30 a.m. in Room 221.
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Back by Popular Demand: Start Smart Safe Driving Class on Thursday, April 18, 6:30-8:00 p.m. in the MHS Theater
Presented by Officer Adam Lane of the Contra Costa CHP, Start Smart is a free interactive traffic safety class designed for drivers or soon-to-be drivers and their parents. Officer Lane will discuss safe driving habits, consequences of a poor choice behind the wheel, tips on how to avoid crashes, parental roles and responsibilities, and legal and civic liabilities. Participants will come away more aware, better educated, and better prepared for the responsibility of operating a vehicle. Students who attend the class will receive a certificate from CHP that they can present to insurance companies.
This is open to the Miramonte community. Parents MUST attend with their teens. Registration is required. Sign up here. Please enter the total number of tickets needed (e.g., 2 tickets for parent and teen). Don’t delay; this event fills up quickly.
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Volunteers and donations needed for our annual Campus Beautification Day - Saturday, April 20
Bring friends, family, and neighbors! Bring your sports teams and student clubs! In celebration of Earth Day, we’re calling on the entire Miramonte community to show their Miramonte pride and team spirit by joining us at our campus-wide clean-up and beautification day on Saturday, April 20, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Sign up here to donate snacks or to volunteer for a 2-hour shift. Volunteer hours will be granted to all student volunteers. Questions? Contact Rod Rios.
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College & Career Center News | |
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Financial Aid Webinar: Paying the Bill & Borrowing for College - Wednesday, April 17
Class of 2024: On Wednesday, April 17, at 6:30 p.m., College Aid Pro will help families understand the nuances of Paying the Bill & Borrowing for College.
Financial Aid Webinar: How to Maximize Financial Aid - Tuesday, May 14
Class of 2025 (and beyond) families, this is for you! On Tuesday, May 14, at 6:30 p.m., College Aid Pro will present the Financial Aid 101: How to Maximize Financial Aid & Scholarships webinar to help you understand the confusing landscape.
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AUHSD Summer School
If your child earned a D or F in a high school graduation requirement course this year, they may be able to remediate the course during summer school. See a counselor for an application or visit the district website!
- Summer school will be held this year in one, 5-week session.
- Classes begin Tuesday, June 11, and end Friday, July 12
- Location: Acalanes High School
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DVC Career Academies
Sophomores and juniors, are you looking for a summer program that is affordable and close to home? If so, DVC has a great option for you to explore! DVC Career Academies are week(s) long offerings that run all summer long! These are the types of programs that colleges love to see and you will earn college credits upon completion!! If you would like more information, please click here.
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Follow us!
Parents and students can follow the @miramontecounseling Instagram account for information, news, and advice from the counseling department.
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The Wellness Center staff wishes all Miramonte students and their families a wonderful spring break. If you need support during the break, please access the following resources:
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, thinking about suicide, worried about someone, or want emotional support, please access these 24/7 crisis lines:
- Call 211 or text 'HOPE' to 20121 for the Contra Costa Crisis Line
- Call 1-866-488-7386 or text 'START' to 678678 for the Trevor Project Life Line
If you have concerns about a student harming themselves or someone else, you may also use the Say Something Anonymous Reporting system. You can make a report by calling 1-844-5-SAYNOW or using this link.
To make a Wellness Referral for a student to receive counseling support when we return from break, please fill out a referral here.
For food support, check Food Bank of Contra Costa & Solano Counties for the nearest food distribution location.
It is hard to believe there are only two months of school left. We look forward to supporting all Matadors when we return from break!
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Athletic Boosters Club News | |
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Score Big: Help Us Light Up the Game with a New Scoreboard!
This week, Miramonte Boosters Club received an anonymous $50,000 donation directed toward the purchase of a new scoreboard for the stadium.
Principal Ben Campopiano and Athletic Director Sean Hennessy, along with AUHSD personnel, have determined that a new scoreboard will cost approximately $100,000.
That means this project is already halfway funded. Thank you, Anonymous Donor, for your generous $50,000 donation!!
Miramonte Boosters Club invites all community members, athletes, alumni, family, friends, and supporters to donate to help us reach our remaining $50,000 goal. The timeline is urgent. The remaining funds need to be raised by April 30, 2024, to ensure the new scoreboard can be installed this summer.
All donations made to Miramonte Boosters Club via this link on the Web Store are earmarked exclusively to fund the new scoreboard. Should we exceed the targeted $50,000 goal, Miramonte Boosters Club will use the excess funds to pay for additional Miramonte athletic infrastructure projects.
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Miramonte Track and Field Fundraiser
On Wednesday, April 10, 4:00-8:00 p.m., order dinner from Chipotle in Lafayette (3518 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Ste F) and support our Track and Field Team. 25% of all sales during the fundraiser date and time will go directly to supporting our Track and Field team.
- Order online for pick up and use code EVQ299B (Ordering delivery is not permitted during this time).
- Order in person and show this flyer or mention Miramonte Track and Field to the cashier before payment.
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Class of 2024 News
Senior Slideshow - photos and videos needed
We really need your photos and videos for the Senior Slideshow. Please submit them via our Google drive. The slideshow is an important part of Senior Week, and we need your pictures to make it special. Deadline to submit is Sunday, March 31.
Orinda News Graduation Announcements
Orinda News is collecting submissions for their special graduation announcement edition. Please submit your content and payment if interested. The deadline is Wednesday, April 10.
Time of Reflection
If your senior would like to be a speaker or performer at Time of Reflection on Sunday, May 19, they must submit the Screening Request Form by Friday, April 12. Questions? Contact Joanna Wagner.
Grad Night
We hope ALL seniors have Grad Night on their calendars. Friday, May 31, immediately following the Graduation ceremony. Tickets go on sale after Spring Break.
Questions? Contact the Class of 2024 Parent Advisors
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Next AUHSD Board Meeting
The next AUHSD Board Meeting is on Wednesday, April 17. The agenda will be posted here on Sunday, April 14. 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.
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Students invited: Hack the Planet!
Contra Costa County Office of Education invites students to join us on Saturday, April 27, a one-day event where students, teachers, and developers across the county collaborate in teams to tackle our world's most pressing challenges. After a day of innovative problem-solving, teams will pitch their solutions to industry experts for a chance to win fantastic prizes. Find more information about this hackathon and register by Friday, April 12.
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21st Annual High School Visual Arts Competition Exhibit
Lamorinda Arts Council invites the community to the 21st Annual High School Visual Arts Competition Exhibit at the Art Gallery at the Orinda Library. The exhibit is open now through Sunday, April 7. With over 200 works of student art to view, you're sure to be inspired by the diverse display of creativity by our local youth!
Congratulations to all of the artists and especially to the Miramonte students! Check out the article about the contest in Lamorinda Weekly
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St. Mary’s College Disney Forum Speaker Series: Person Over Player
St. Mary’s College invites all young athletes, artists, writers, and actors to “Person Over Player,” a presentation by Kaleb Joseph, a mental health advocate, Self Help Tour founder, and former ESPN Top 10 PG recruit. The event will be held on Monday, April 8, at 7:00 p.m. at the Soda Center at Saint Mary's College and is open to the public.
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