Madison Middle School

Our Mustangs had a fantastic time celebrating Halloween during lunch! ASB hosted a costume contest, and we saw some incredibly creative and hilarious costumes. During the last hour of the day, our contest winners participated in a parade through the campus. We hope all our Mustang families had a fun, safe, and happy Halloween!

Have gently used costume items you're ready to part with? Consider donating them to MBC for upcoming shows! We welcome wigs, clothing, and fun accessories. Please, no masks that cover the mouth or inflatable costumes.

Our DLI students celebrated the beautiful tradition of Día de los Muertos by creating ofrendas (altars) to honor loved ones who have passed away but will always remain in their hearts. Through this hands-on activity, students learned about the meaning of this special tradition while celebrating culture, family, and remembrance. Thank you to Ms. Perez (6th grade), Mr. Betancourt (7th grade), and Ms. Garcia (8th grade) for sharing this meaningful experience with our students!

This week follows our regular schedule, but the next two weeks include a few changes. School will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day. The following week, Wednesday, November 18, and Thursday, November 19, will be minimum days for parent conferences. Please review the schedule below for all changes.

And coming up this Thursday, please consider joining us for Coffee with the Principal, followed by an emergency preparedness class for parents. We hope to see you there!

Thank you for reading, and have a great week!

Tom Berger

Principal

November 2

• Normal Late Start Schedule: Students attend all classes (10:00am - 3:35pm)

• Regular Schedule: Odd Periods (9:00am - 3:35pm

November 4

• Regular Schedule: Even Periods (9:00am - 3:35pm)

November 5

• Regular Schedule: Odd Periods (9:00am - 3:35pm)
• Coffee with the Principal & Emergency Preparedness Class for Parents (9:30am / Room "B")

November 6

• Regular Schedule: Even Periods

November 10

• Anxiety and Big Emotions Workshop (9:15am/ Room "B")

November 10 - 18

• Thanksgiving Food Drive (Drop off at Madison Front Desk)

November 11

• Veterans Day (No School)

November 18 & 19

• Minimum Day Schedule (9:00am - 12:00pm)
• Parent /Teacher Conferences

November 23 -27

• No School (Thanksgiving Break )

December 1

• SSC Meeting (4:15-5:15 / Library)

December 16

• ELAC Meeting

December 21 -Jan 5

• No School (Winter Recess)

Our teachers will be sending out instructions for scheduling parent appointments from 1:15pm to 5:15pm through the ParentSquare app. If you haven't downloaded the app yet, you can log in using the same information you use for your Aeries Parent Portal.

Need help getting started? Stop by our front office! We’ll be happy to assist you.

Be sure to check out a message and special video from our counselor, Ms. Kathy, about bullying prevention month!

Did you know your Mustang can enjoy exciting activities before and after school? ELO offers something for everyone! Whether your child wants to improve their grades, get homework help, make new friends, discover new talents, or enjoy a fun activity while waiting for pickup, there's an opportunity waiting for them!

*** From Math Tutoring and Homework Help to Drama Club, Video Games, Cheer, Cricut, LEGO Robotics, and MORE!

Getting started is easy!

• Check out the weekly ELO schedule below.

• Choose an activity and just show up—no advance sign-up needed!

• Students sign in when they arrive.

You never know what they might discover!

We recognize and respect students’ rights to freedom of speech and peaceful expression. Our schools are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment where students can share their perspectives while respecting the rights and opinions of others. We encourage families to have open conversations with their children about freedom of expression, responsible decision-making, and the importance of understanding school expectations. Parents and guardians are encouraged to stay informed about school and district policies, including Regulation 5145.2: Freedom of Speech/Expression.

If students choose to participate in a demonstration or walkout, we encourage families to discuss the importance of personal safety, respectful participation, and the potential impact on instructional time or leading to unexcused absences. While students have the right to express their views, school attendance expectations and established safety procedures remain in place. Families can support their children by staying informed, discussing the responsibilities that come with exercising their rights, and encouraging communication with school administration when questions or concerns arise. Our priority remains ensuring student safety, maintaining a positive learning environment, and supporting students in making informed and responsible choices. For additional information, families may review the San Diego County Office of Education's Resources for Student Walkouts and Protests.

Join the Madison Middle School Music Department for a special evening of music on Tuesday, November 17th at 6:30 PM in the Madison Middle School Gym!

The MMS Mustang Band, Symphonic Band, and Mustang Jazz Ensemble will perform alongside renowned saxophonist Rob Verdi. Rob is a professional saxophonist and passionate collector of rare and unusual saxophones. His incredible collection includes everything from a tiny curved sopranino to a 6-foot-tall contrabass saxophone, along with several other unique instruments rarely seen—or heard—in concert!

Come experience an entertaining evening celebrating the saxophone, music, and the amazing variety of instruments in the saxophone family.

Tuesday, November 17 | 6:30 PM
Madison Middle School Gym
FREE ADMISSION — Donations Welcome!

The entire community is invited. We hope to see you there!

Families will have the opportunity to shop and select food at the new VCC Resource Hub! The new Resource Hub will be located at Vista Unified’s Olive property, to serve as a community resource where families can access food and other essential support throughout the week!

We are grateful for the support of the Vista Police Department, Vista Fire Department, and North County Ford, which recently contributed an incredible 4,992 pounds of food for local families to launch the Hub. We encourage families to take advantage of this wonderful community resource. Our Vista community is here to support you and your family.

For Brochures: Please click here for ENGLISH or SPANISH.

Vista Unified Families: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, from 11 am - 1 pm.

Questions? Please call or text: 844.308.5003

2027 SUN Bucks Summer Grocery Benefits

Applications are now open for 2027 SUN Bucks summer grocery benefits!

Families are encouraged to apply to help ensure eligible school-aged children receive $120 per eligible child to purchase groceries for the summer.

***** Apply here *****

Please note: This application link is intended for current Vista Unified School District students only.

For questions or assistance, contact Student Support Services at studentservicesdept@vistausd.org or (760) 726-2170, ext. 92180.Thank you for helping us spread the word and support our VUSD families!

SSC is an advisory committee combined of parents, teachers, staff, and administration that reviews school goals, improvement plans, and funding.

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• Madison MS Community Liaison

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• madisonmms_vista

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