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Dear Miramonte Community,
Week 1 is in the books! We had a great start and are well on our way to making it a great 2024-2025 school year. A few things to note:
CELL PHONES: This year we have tightened our school-wide cell phone policy. All students are required to put their cell phone in the classroom phone box upon arriving to class. The phones are not accessible during class time unless the teacher explicitly gives permission for students to use them for an educational activity. The goal with this policy is simply to help our students focus during instructional time and avoid distractions that we know phones cause. As we move through the year we will continue to evaluate our policies and what schools around the state are doing to curb cell phone usage.
WELCOME BACK SPIRIT WEEK: Next week is our first Spirit Week of the year hosted by our Leadership Class. Please click here to view the themes, activities, and dress up days for the week. One of our goals for the year is to increase opportunities for connection and spirit during the school day. We have planned more activities this year and hope that students will enjoy the fun!
BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT AND PARENT NIGHT: Please save the date for Back to School Night (Thursday, August 29) and Parent Night (Thursday, September 5). These events provide key information for parents/guardians about our courses, curriculum, programs, clubs, and school policies. They are also a great time to engage with staff and parents, and learn about the Miramonte Parents’ Club, Athletic Boosters Club, and ONE-Miramonte.
Have a great weekend and Go Mats!
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Dear Miramonte Families,
I hope everyone is enjoying an awesome start to their school year. It has been really nice to see everyone back on campus...I am still in disbelief that I now have TWO kids in high school!
I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the amazing volunteers who made MATS Day such a success. A special shoutout to our incredible MATS Day Chairs, Kira Wampler and Jessica Kelly, as well as our Miramonte Admin Team for their hard work and dedication in organizing this fun & memorable day for our students and families.
A huge thank you as well to Charlene Robinson for her incredible efforts in coordinating our MATS Merch. From ordering to organizing and distribution, she is making sure everyone has the opportunity to show their school spirit in style. And if you missed out or want to add to your collection, good news—you can order MATS Merch through Sunday, August 25, for September delivery!
I’d also like to extend a warm welcome to our new families. We hope to see you at the Mira-Mingle new parent welcome on Thursday, August 22, at 8:45 a.m. in the Student Union, where you’ll have the chance to meet our school administrators and Parents' Club leaders, learn about opportunities to get involved, and ask any questions you may have. It’s a wonderful way to get connected and start building our community.
Finally, let’s give a big welcome to our new staff members who have joined the Miramonte family this year. We’re thrilled to have you on board:
Xavier Martinez - Spanish Teacher
Carl Oser- Band/Music Teacher
Asia Becker- Life Skills Teacher
John Rodgers- Photo Digital Design Teacher
Chiara Gaspari- Instructional Assistant
Shalise Jackson- Instructional Assistant
Claire Muldoon- Psychology Intern
Taryn Lassiter- Attendance Tech
Please save the date for Back to School Night on Thursday, August 29, 5:30-8:00 p.m. - it’s an important opportunity to learn more about your child’s upcoming year and meet their teachers. Looking forward to a fantastic year ahead! As always, please feel free to reach out anytime with questions or concerns.
GO MATS!
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August 19-23: Welcome Back Spirit Week
August 22: Mira-Mingle New Family Coffee; 8:45-10:15 a.m.
August 23: Welcome Back Dance; 7:00-9:00 p.m.
August 24: Class of 2025 Parent Party
August 26-30: Wellness Center Be Kind Week
August 29: Back to School Night; 5:30 to 8:00 p.m.
September 5: Parent Info Night for all classes; 6:00-8:00 p.m.
September 7: Class of 2026 Parent Party
September 11: CCC- Application Nation Senior Parent Presentation, 6:30-7:30pm
September 16-20: Homecoming Week
September 18: Coffee with Campopiano; Parents' Club General Meeting; 8:30 a.m
September 18: CCC-Looking Toward College Junior Parent Presentation, 6:30pm
September 21: Homecoming Dance, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m
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ONE-Miramonte Fundraising | |
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Welcome to the 2024-25 school year!
Thank you to the 300 Miramonte families who donated to ONE-Miramonte during registration!
We have a fundraising goal of $1,302,000 to meet the budget set by Miramonte Principal Mr. Campopiano in consultation with Miramonte teachers and voted on by the Miramonte Parents’ Club. The money raised for ONE-Miramonte will be used this school year to support all the academic classes and programs that make Miramonte an exceptional high school.
We ask for a donation of $1800 per student and aim for 100% participation by Miramonte families. Every student benefits from the classes and programs supported by ONE-Miramonte – even yours!
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Meet a Matador: Carl Oser | |
We are excited to welcome our new Vocal and Instrumental Music Teacher Mr. Carl Oser who will be teaching choir, jazz band, AP music theory, musical theater, and coming soon digital music production. Read more about Carl Oser here | |
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Seniors Sign Up to Take the October SAT
Sign up to take the October SAT on Wednesday, October 2 at 7:45 a.m. at Miramonte. Cost is $60 and the deadline to register is Sunday, August 25. Register here
All testers should arrive at their testing room at 7:45am and bring a photo ID, #2 pencils and a calculator. Also download Bluebook to your laptop and bring an approved device.
Testing room numbers will be posted on the board outside of the counseling office.
If you have any further questions or concerns, please email Jennifer Lezcano
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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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Hospitality Volunteers Needed
The Parents Club Hospitality team needs your help with donations and volunteers to help set up for the Back to School Night (BTSN) reception on Thursday, August 29, 5:30-6:00 pm. Please sign up here.
We will also need volunteers to help with the Parents Meeting reception on Thursday, September 5, at 5:30-6:00 p.m. Please sign up here. Thank you in advance!
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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 Friday, September 6.
Please send artwork submissions and questions to Anna Miller, Directory Chair
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Welcome back Matadors! The Student Union and Wellness Center are open M-F 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and we are here for you. Hang out before school, during brunch and lunch, and after school. We have tea, snacks, plenty of comfy places to sit, and stress-relieving resources. During class time, with your teacher’s permission, you can drop by for a cool-down break, a chance to talk with a support staff member, or use the many coping tools available. Click here for Back to School Wellness Tips and Reminders.
You can refer a student for a Wellness check in and counseling services with this form.
Follow us at @Miramonte_Wellness, or reach out if you have any questions.
Tel: 925-280-3936 or mhswellness@auhsdschools.org
We hope you’ve had a great first week of school and look forward to interacting with you throughout the 2024-2025 school year!
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It’s been so great seeing our students on campus this past week and we hope your students have enjoyed meeting their teachers!
We are so excited to welcome back Erika Vasquez to the MHS counseling team! Ms. Vasquez was previously at Miramonte and is returning to us part time. She will be on campus Tuesday and Friday (due to district staffing decisions) and have access to email on the days she is not on campus. Ms. Vasquez will be the counselor for students with last names Mok-Red.
Below is the full counselor breakdown for this school year.
A - Gl
Rebecka Zielinski
Go - Moi
Ellen Conners
Mok - Red
Erika Vasquez
Rei - Z
Sylvie Shawn
Schedule Changes:
-The deadline to add a class is Monday, August 26.
-The deadline to drop a class without it appearing on your transcript is Friday, October 11.
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Seniors
Counselors and the College and Career Center will start senior presentations on Wednesday, August 28, during Academy to go over secondary planning and the college application process. Shortly after, counselors will begin meeting individually with seniors to discuss their post-high school plans!
If your student asked their counselor for a letter of recommendation, both the student and parent brag sheets are due Monday, September 2. As a reminder, these brag sheets are only accessible by counselors and are not visible to teachers.
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Meet the 2024-2025 College and Career Center team: Stephanie Brady - Director and College Advisor, Shannon Freeborn - College Advisor, Sara Bretthauer - College Advisor, Ariele Taylor - Essay Advisor, and Abby Coleman - Communications and Marketing Manager. Read more here
Follow us on Instagram @mats.college.career
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Our Mats Merch Fan Shop is now OPEN again and ready for you to show your Matador Pride. Don't wait - it's time to GEAR UP with our new 2024-2025 Mats Merch! New vendor which means new swag! Don't miss out!
Order Class T-shirts, Senior Events t-shirts/tanks, and other Miramonte Spirit Wear by Sunday, August 25, and your order will be ready for pick up by mid September. Look for an email with pick-up instructions.
As a reminder, the student-designed class t-shirts change every year, and your students will definitely want one to show off their class spirit at the legendary Friday rallies and so many other class events! ORDER TODAY
Questions about Mats Merch? Pease reach out to Charlene Robinson
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Ready for the first game of the season with your Boosters Membership? Booster member cards enable access to all Miramonte home regular season sporting events click here to join today!
Follow the Boosters Club on Instagram @miramonteathletics
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Class of 2025 Reminders
2025 Senior Parent Kickoff Party
Saturday, August 24, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.. Hosted by: Lisa & Andy LaVelle
Tickets: $55 each Purchase tickets here
Questions? Please contact Jessica Elkind
Senior Events & Rally Shirts
Did not get a chance to order your Senior Events or Senior Rally shirts, or any other Mats Merch this summer? You have a second chance! Order now and receive in September at the Mats Merch Store.
Senior Photos
Seniors who have not taken their senior photos will need to make an appointment to do so. Follow this LINK to make an appointment and purchase packages. You do not need to purchase a package to be in the yearbook, but we do need your photo taken to be included in the yearbook.
Questions? Contact the Class of 2025 Parent Advisors
Class of 2028 Reminders
The Class of 2028 will be hosting a concession stand bake sale at our first home football game on August 30! Please consider volunteering to provide items and/or work at the booth sign up here.
Follow our class Instagram pages @miramonte2028 and @miramonteclassof28parents for more info!
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Next AUHSD Board Meeting
The next AUHSD Board Meeting is on Wednesday, August 21. The agenda will be posted here on Sunday, August 18. 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: September 11, October 16, November 6, November 20, and December 18.
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This summer, Miramonte students and teachers journeyed through Europe together for an educational adventure to Berlin, Prague, Krakow, and Budapest Read more here | |
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