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Next week, our Leadership class is hosting our annual Go Mats Week!, to help promote the various courses, programs, clubs and opportunities we have at Miramonte for all students. There is something for everyone at Miramonte, and it’s not too late for students to try something new or refocus their efforts on something they’ve left behind. Please encourage your child to check things out and we hope they enjoy the week!
As you know, next Thursday is Open House and we hope you, your children and families join us for a great evening to celebrate the year and plan for the future!
Have a great weekend, see you at the basketball game tonight, and Go Mats!
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Happy Friday Miramonte Families, | |
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Wishing the very best of luck to our talented students participating in the Public Speaking and Debate Tournament tomorrow! You inspire us with your ability to express ideas, tackle complex topics, and represent our school with confidence and grace. Good luck—we know you’ll make us proud!
The Miramonte Asian Student Union invites everyone to attend our first ever ‘Lunar New Year Market Night’, happening next Tuesday from 6-8 PM in the Student Union. This exciting event will feature delicious catered meals, boba from ShareTea, a live music performance, and booths showcasing Lunar New Year traditions around the world. It’s a wonderful opportunity to come together and celebrate our students' creativity and community-building efforts!
Don’t miss ‘Open House’ on Thursday from 6-8pm. This is an excellent opportunity to explore classes and subjects while planning for next year’s schedule—a process that’s already underway. There will be a special meeting for our Senior families and for Incoming 9th graders. Open House is a chance to meet teachers, ask questions, and learn more about the exciting opportunities Miramonte offers. I’ll share that my son, Hendrix, discovered an interest for a subject during Open House, which shaped his academic journey. You never know when your student may feel inspired!
Stay up to date with all Parents' Club activities by visiting our website. As always, please reach out with any questions or concerns.
Warmly,
Christina Linezo
Chair MHS Parents' Club
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January 25: Public Speaking - Congress and Public Forum Debate 3 Tournament
January 27-30: Go Mats Week
January 27: AUHSD meeting - Proposed education parcel tax public hearing
January 27: AUHSD meeting- Measure E Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee
January 29: Lunar New Year Celebration
January 30: Open House, 6:00 p.m.
January 30: Class of 2025 Senior Parents' Meeting 7:00 p.m.; Library
January 31: Wellness Fair
February 1: Public Speaking- GGSA IE Speech 3 Tournament
February 2: Class of 2025 Moms' Night Out
February 5: Class of 2025 Senior Ball Reveal at lunchtime, Senior Lawn
February 5: AUHSD Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
February 6: Class of 2025 Senior Ball tickets go on sale
February 8-10: Public Speaking - Stanford Invitational
February 21: Performers for Progress; 7:00pm; MHS Theater
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ONE-Miramonte Fundraising | |
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Thank you, ONE-Miramonte donors!
The 532 families on this list know that their gifts to ONE-Miramonte make a significant and positive impact at our school this year and benefit every student and teacher at Miramonte.
Donations to ONE-Miramonte provide:
- Supplemental funding for every class for needed supplies and materials
- Nineteen class sections, allowing for more course options, including AP and Honors classes, smaller class sizes, and a 7-period day
- A fully-staffed Wellness Center
- Expanded hours in Miramonte’s unrivaled College & Career Center
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Funding for popular student programs, such as Latin Club, Public Speaking, The Mirador, Link Crew, among many
- Visual and Performing Arts
- Teacher and Staff appreciation events
Miramonte is one of the best schools in the state in no small part because of the support the school receives from parents. If you haven’t donated yet this year, please use the link below to join these 532 families in supporting Miramonte. And when you see one of the families on this list, be sure to thank them for their generous support of our school.
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Last Day to Order Your Yearbook!
The deadline to order a 2024-25 Yearbook is TODAY, Friday, January 24. This is the LAST DAY to guarantee your child will get a yearbook. Quantities after this date are not guaranteed. Click HERE to place your order today. Not sure if you've already bought? Visit this website and click "Find Existing Order."
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Schedule Changes
The deadline to drop a class without it appearing on the transcript is March 14.
Students who received a D or F in a graduation required course should email their counselor to see if they are eligible for remediation through a FuelEd course. Ninth graders are not eligible for FuelEd.
Course Selection
Registration for next year's classes will began this week! We have met with all 11th and 10th graders at this point, and plan to meet with 9th graders next week.
We ask that students and families who have questions about courses for next year email their counselor. Unfortunately due to the high volume of questions we get, we are unable to have in-office meetings for every student to go over course selections. However, it is our experience that most questions can be answered via email. Of course, if a question cannot be answered via email, we will schedule a meeting. Counselors will be available for students to ask specific registration questions during lunch in front of the counseling office January 21st - February 6th.
Counselors will also be holding a Q&A session at Open House on January 30th.
All students will be given a registration form to complete and return (with a parent signature) to their English teacher. Forms will be collected by counselors in English classes on the following days:
11th graders: Monday, February 3
10th graders: Tuesday, February 4 and Wednesday, February 5
9th graders: Thursday, February 6 and Friday, February 7
Students who miss their registration presentation will be required to attend the make-up session during Academy.
Math Placement/Selection
Last week, Mr. Campopiano sent math recommendations via email to all families. Students will be pre-enrolled in the class they have been recommended for. If a student wishes to take a math class they were not recommended for, they need to speak directly with their math teacher.
Math override forms will become available on February 11th from math teachers. Students must fill out the override form no later than February 28th to be guaranteed placement in the class they would like to take. All override forms completed after February 28th will result in students being placed on a waitlist.
Students wishing to skip a level of math entirely should reach out directly to their counselor.
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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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As part of next week’s Go Mats Week, The Wellness Center will be hosting a Wellness Fair on Friday. Students will have the opportunity to learn about Wellness services and resources and
- Meet the Wellness Center Staff
- Spend time with therapy dogs
- Visit with community services and organizations that support Wellness
Please encourage your students to stop by on Friday during lunch!
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SAT Bootcamp
We are partnering with Tried & True to offer a 2-day SAT bootcamp for Miramonte students. While it is open to any family, it is designed to help juniors get ready for the March SAT. It will be held on February 22 and 23 from 2:00 - 6:00 PM in the College & Career Center. For more information, click here. Click here to register.
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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Save the date: Performers for Progress, Friday, February 21, 7:00 p.m.
Performers for Progress has been a cherished tradition at Miramonte since 2006. This annual show, entirely created and produced by students, highlights the incredible talents of our students while supporting a meaningful cause. Each year, the show benefits a different charity, and this year, all proceeds will go to Tri Valley Haven, which provides shelter and resources to people who are homeless or suffering from domestic violence and has a food bank.
Join us for an evening of inspiring performances and support both our Miramonte performers and this outstanding organization!
Ticket information is coming soon. Students who are interested in auditioning for the show can sign up here.
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Class of 2025
Open House + SENIOR PARENT MEETING
Thursday, January 30
6:00 p.m. Open House, starts in the Gym
7:30 p.m. Senior Parent Meeting in the Library
Agenda: Rest of year calendar, Moms' Night Out, Senior Ball, Spring Senior Week, Grad Week, Distributing Memory Boards. You DO NOT want to miss this one! Questions: April Meagher
2025 FINAL MOMS' NIGHT OUT!
Sunday, February 2, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. Hosted by Stacy Crinks, 75 Donald Drive
Tickets $50 on the Miramonte Webstore
We hope you can join us for our final Valentine's-themed moms' night out and last class fundraiser party! Questions: Jessica Elkind
Questions? Contact the Class of 2025 Parent Advisors
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Class of 2026
Please help the Class of 2026 with our big auction fundraiser this spring. We'd love your help to make the auction great - classes, services, wine, experiences, etc. Click here to donate.
We are still looking for volunteers to help with the Junior Prom on April 26. Click here to sign up.
Questions? Contact the Class of 2026 Parent Advisors
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Class of 2027
We’re so excited for our annual Casa Orinda fried chicken dinner fundraiser on January 27th! Click on this link to purchase your dinners and schedule your pickup. Order deadline is Noon on January 26th.
And mark your calendars for our Chipotle fundraiser on February 5th - let’s kick this year off right and support our class with some great meals!
Thank you in advance for supporting our class with these annual fundraisers!
Questions? Contact the Class of 2027 Parent Advisors.
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Class of 2028
Please mark your calendars for the following and stay turned for more info to come!
Monday, January 27- Casa Orinda “Joint” Fundraiser with the Class of 2027
January/February - See’s Candy Fundraiser (Online)
Friday, February 28- Class of 2028 Parent Party
Cheers to a fantastic year!
Questions? Contact the Class of 2028 Parent Advisors
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Winter Sports Are Here!
Don’t miss out—join the Miramonte Boosters today! Membership includes free entrance to games so that you can cheer on your Mats all season long.
Mats Spirit Wear
Show your Mats pride and purchase spirit wear HERE Go Mats! Miramonte Mats spirit wear will be available for purchase at upcoming home basketball games. Feel free to reach out to Lee O'Haver with any questions.
Follow us!
Parents and students can follow the Athletic Boosters @miramonteathletics
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Proposed Education Parcel Tax Meeting
The special meeting of the Governing Board will be on Monday, January 27, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the District Community Room to discuss the proposed Education Parcel Tax on May 6, 2025, mailed ballot election.
Measure E Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee
The next meeting will be held on Monday, January 27, 6:00p.m. at the District Office Conference Room.
Next AUHSD Board Meeting
The next AUHSD Board Meeting is on Wednesday, February 5. The agenda will be posted here on Sunday, February 2. 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 2025 are on the following Wednesdays: February 19, March 5, March 19, April 16, May 7, May 21, and June 4.
AUHSD Special Education Department
Join AUHSD high school staff for an informative panel discussion about special education programming and support services for incoming 9th graders with IEPs on Wednesday, February 12, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the Acalanes High School Library.
Is your AUHSD student ages 16-22 and on an IEP? Learn how Work Ability and Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) services can help them gain job skills, explore careers, and prepare for success after high school. This information session will be held on Wednesday, March 12, 6:00 -7:00 p.m. at the Del Valle Campus, Room 400, Walnut Creek.
Please contact Leigh Gregory, Executive Director, Special Education with any questions.
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Lamorinda Arts Council High School Visual Arts Competition - registration opens Sunday, January 5
The annual High School Visual Arts Competition returns to the Art Gallery at the Orinda Library in March 2025! Interested students should save these important dates.
Sunday, January 5 - Registration Opens
Friday, February 21 - Registration Closes
Monday, March 4 - Friday, April 7 - Public Exhibit at the Library Gallery
Thursday, March 20 - Artist Reception & Award Presentation
This competition celebrates student artwork in four categories: 2D, 3D, Photography, and Digital Art. Submissions are open to high school students who live in or attend school in Orinda, Lafayette, Moraga, or any of the schools in the Acalanes Union High School District.
Detailed information and other important dates are available here.
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