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Here at the Lion Launchpad, you will be able to find a variety of videos to help you throughout the year. Here you will find our Lion Bytes: Infinite Campus and Lion Bytes: Google Classroom videos to help you learn these tools, Lion Tracks: our video about the top 5 things from the newsletter, and our new MVHS, Explained video series that walks you through how to navigate many things MVHS.

What Are Good Grades? | MVHS, Explained — Episode 4

What does it really mean to be a “good student” at Mountain Vista High School?

In this episode of MVHS, Explained, we take a closer look at grades, academic progress, and what students and families should understand about success in high school. We explain how grades connect to learning, growth, graduation progress, and future opportunities, and why one number or letter does not tell the whole story.

Whether you are a student trying to understand expectations, a family member supporting a student, or someone who wants to better understand how academic success works at MVHS, this episode provides a clear starting point.

MVHS, Explained- English/Spanish

Lion Tracks- English/Spanish

Lion Bytes: Infinite Campus English/Spanish

Lion Bytes: Google Classroom English/Spanish

Reminder: There will be no school on 09/07/2026

Enjoy the day off! We look forward to seeing everyone back at school on 09/08/2026.

Attention Sophomores, Seniors, and Families!

On Thursday, September 10th, a Jostens representative will be visiting during ELO to present important information to our Sophomore and Senior classes:

• Sophomores will receive details and ordering information for official class rings and class jewelry.

• Seniors will receive essential information regarding graduation caps and gowns, official class announcements, senior apparel, and Class of 2027 ordering deadlines.

Please make sure students attend during ELO to pick up their information packet and ask any questions directly to the Jostens team.

In the summer of 2028, Mrs. Balliet and Mr. Hall will be leading an unforgettable trip to Japan!

Experience the incredible contrasts this fascinating country has to offer: ancient temples surrounded by futuristic skyscrapers; peaceful Zen gardens next to fully immersive arcades; and people dressed in traditional kimonos walking alongside someone who looks like they just stepped out of the future.

See all of this—and so much more—on this custom-built adventure through Japan.

These trips always sell out quickly, so if you're interested, come talk to Mrs. Balliet or Mr. Hall and make sure to attend the online meeting on Thursday, September 10, at 7:00 p.m.

Meeting link:

https://www.bluedottours.com/group-portal/meeting/tf6ic896

MVHS Homecoming Week kicks off on September 14!
Get ready for an exciting week filled with fun events, school spirit, athletics, and the Homecoming dance. Stay tuned—more details are coming soon!

Yearbooks start at $80. Get yours now so you can make sure to reserve one!

YEARBOOK SALES LINK

(http://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A01052398

Senior Photos and quotes are due Friday, Oct. 30, 2026.

SENIOR PHOTO UPLOAD LINK

https://photos.jostens.com/G6DGWK

Senior Baby Ads are also due Friday, Oct. 30, 2026.

RECOGNITION AD LINK

www.theyearbookcompany.com

Friday, October 16th

Fritzler Farm Park | 5:00–10:00 PM

Scream Acres opens at dusk

Special Mountain View Ticket: $29.95 + tax

Each ticket includes BOTH a Daytime FunPass AND Scream Acres — and $5 from every ticket sold goes directly back to Mountain View Athletics and Activities!

For comparison, on October 16th, a Daytime FunPass at the gate is $30.95 and a Scream Acres ticket is $48.95, so this is a fantastic deal for students while supporting the school at the same time!

What's Included?

Daytime FunPass: Pumpkin Patch, Corn Maze, Grain Train, Corn Flyer, Pillow Jump, Ball Zone, Pedal Trikes, Tetherball, Bubble Zone, General Store, Mini Putt-Putt, Pig Races, Pumpkin Photo Ops, Giant Slide Hill, and more!

Scream Acres: Our brand-new Scream PARK Courtyard, featuring 15 dark carnival-style games and attractions, PLUS our approximately 45-minute immersive haunted attraction walkthrough! Scream Acres is recommended for ages 13+.

BUY TICKETS HERE:
Mountain View High School Direct Booking Link

https://www.hypetix.com/fritzler/mountain-view-friday-night-feature

ATTACHED:
• Mountain View High School Friday Night Feature Flyer

FFP SOCIAL MEDIA:
Fritzler Farm Park Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/fritzlerfarmpark/?hl=en

Scream Acres Website

https://www.fritzlerscreamacres.com/

Fritzler Farm Park Website

https://www.fritzlerfarmpark.com/

Based on member requests, we've combined our MVHS Book Club with the Somewhat Virtual Book Club (SWVBC)! Students will connect online with high school book clubs nationwide (and beyond!) and even host guest author visits.

Schedule:

• Wednesday 9/10 (11:30 AM / 4th Period): Virtual group meeting with partner schools & authors. Don't worry if you cannot make this meeting. Inquire in the library if you are doing well in your 4th period class and we can work with your teacher to excuse you.

• Thursday 9/11: In-person gathering just for MVHS students to debrief and discuss.

First Read: Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley

Kick off the year with this #1 New York Times bestselling YA thriller! An immersive, high-stakes story following eighteen-year-old Daunis Fontaine as she goes undercover to investigate a deadly new drug threatening her Native community. Packed with suspense, complex identity, and Ojibwe culture, it's a compelling mystery your student won't want to miss.

Encourage your student to drop by the library to grab a copy and join the conversation!

Chromebooks

Freshmen must swap last year's 8th grade device in for a new Chromebook. Please stop by the library to exchange your device if you still have an older model.

As always, if you have technology questions, feel free to pop into the library. We are happy to assist.

Protect Your Student’s Chromebook with Safeware Insurance

Accidents happen. For $25–$36 per year, depending on the Chromebook model, families can purchase Safeware Chromebook insurance to help cover accidental damage such as cracked screens, drops, and liquid spills. Covered repairs have no deductibles or service fees.

How it works

• Purchase coverage from Safeware using district ID DIST0132

• If damage happens, there is no claim for families to file

• Bring the Chromebook to the library at your student’s school

• TSD works directly with Safeware to handle the repair

Without insurance, repair costs can add up quickly, and full device replacement may cost $200–$300. Learn more about repair costs on TSD’s website.

Safeware does not cover lost devices or deliberate damage.

Questions? Contact the ITS Help Desk at 970-613-7777.

For information about Concurrent Enrollment or Post Secondary Options, please visit the Thompson School District website page here.

• Financial aid presentations for high school seniors and families
• Learn about college costs, applying for financial aid, learn more about types of financial aid and next steps.
• PSD Future Ready Scholarship and Financial Aid Info Night https://www.psdfutureready.org/events/20258/
• FAFSA/CASFA application completion nights
• Get hands on support completing the FAFSA or CASFA
• Target months to host these events October or November
• Register for the CSU Financial Aid Completion Night https://admissions.colostate.edu/visits-events/financial-aid-completion-night/

All transcript and Letter of Recommendation requests for MVHS must be submitted through Xello.

Use the links below for step-by-step instructions on how to submit your requests:

• How to Request a Transcript
• How to Request a Letter of Recommendation

Please review the instructions carefully and submit your requests through Xello.

Daniels Fund: https://danielsfund.org/our-work/scholarships/
Boettcher Scholarship: https://boettcherfoundation.org/scholarships/

With the passage of Healthy School Meals for All in Colorado, we are excited to be able to offer breakfast and lunch at no cost to students, regardless of income or meal benefit status.

Even with Healthy School Meals for All, completing the Free and Reduced application provides important benefits:

• Continued Funding for All Students: Helps secure federal and state funding that supports free meals and other student programs.

• Fee Waivers & Discounts: Qualifying families may get waived or reduced fees for:

  • Sports & extracurricular activities

  • Field trips & school events

  • College entrance exams (SAT, ACT)

  • Advanced Placement (AP) test fees

• Additional Support Services: May help connect families to other community resources or services based on eligibility.

• Better School Resources: Schools receive more funding for teachers, counselors, and academic programs based on overall eligibility rates.

MVHS Athletics Website - For all things MVHS Athletics and to see game schedules!

MVHS Athletics & Activities Facebook Page

Mountain View offers a variety of fall sports programs for any level of athlete. Athletic registration is now open and must be completed before tryouts. Check this link for further registration details.

If you have questions or need additional information, please reach out to Ryan Walstrom, Athletics & Activities Director, at ryan.walstrom@tsd.org, or Melissa Waldron, Athletics & Activities Secretary, at melissa.waldron@tsd.org.

Thompson Education Foundation's Help Kids Succeed school supply program provided almost 1,600 supply-filled backpacks for our economically vulnerable students this year.

Families should visit the school in which they are registered to receive a backpack. For example, if a requesting family has two students, one in 4th grade and one in 9th grade, they would need to visit both their registered elementary school and high school to receive backpacks. Supplies are different for elementary/middle/high school levels.

MVHS FoodPak is back. Our mission is to make sure every kid has food over the weekend. You can order food that will be delivered to a teacher or office of your choice and can be picked up after 2 pm on Fridays. This program is open to all students, just have your order in EVERY SINGLE Thursday, during the school year, by 1 pm. Just scan the QR code below, or ask a teacher or counselor for help.

http://safe2tell.org/safe2tellcolorado

Make a Report. Make a Difference.

1-877-542-7233

http://safe2tell.org/

No matter where you live in the U.S., you can easily access 24/7 emotional support. Call or test 988 or visit the Lifeline Chat to chat with a caring counselor.

You can access our Announcements and Newsletters on our website.

MVHS Website

We have an amazing staff of admin and counselors who are here to help if needed. Please reach out with questions or concerns to your grades designated leadership.

ALL MVHS STUDENTS

Dean of Students: Todd Clark ~ todd.clark@tsd.org

FRESHMEN ~ Class of 2030

Assistant Principal: Allison Smith ~ allison.smith@tsd.org

Counselor: Ryan Smith ~ ryan.smith@tsd.org

SOPHOMORES ~ Class of 2029

Assistant Principal: Dr. Dan Cowgill ~ dan.cowgill@tsd.org

Counselor: Austin Betts ~ austin.betts@tsd.org

JUNIORS ~ Class of 2028

Assistant Principal / Athletic Director: Ryan Walstrom ~ ryan.walstrom@tsd.org

Counselor: Kelsey Rosten ~ kelsey.rosten@tsd.org

SENIORS ~ Class of 2027

Principal: Markee Ramirez ~ markee.ramirez@tsd.org

Counselor: Raeden Gianopoulos ~ raeden.gianopoulos@tsd.org

GT Students - All Grades

Counselor: Jen Schwab ~ jen.schwab@tsd.org

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT IN ENGLISH & SPANISH

In accordance with Board Policy AC, Thompson School District does not discriminate on the basis of a person’s actual or perceived characteristics such as, but not limited to, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, immigration/citizenship status, age, marital status, conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, mental or physical disability, need for special education services, or any other protected class in conformance with federal, state, and local law in admission or access to, or treatment and employment in, its programs and activities. A lack of English skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation.

The following person/people has/have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Title IX/Employee ADA/Section 504/EEO Compliance Officer

Director of Human Resources

800 South Taft Avenue

Loveland, Colorado 80537

(970) 613-5009

nondiscrimination@tsd.org

Student ADA/Section 504 Compliance Officer

Executive Director of Student Support Services

800 South Taft Avenue

Loveland, Colorado 80537

(970) 613-5092

nondiscrimination@tsd.org

De acuerdo con la política AC del consejo educativo, el Distrito Escolar de Thompson no discrimina sobre la base de características verdaderas o percibidas de una persona, tal como, pero sin limitación a, la raza, el color de piel, el sexo, la orientación sexual, la identidad de género, la expresión de género, la religión, el credo, el país de origen, la ascendencia, el estado de inmigración/ciudadanía, la edad, el estado civil, condiciones relacionadas con el embarazo o el parto, la información genética, una discapacidad mental o física, la necesidad para servicios de educación especial o cualquier otra clase protegida bajo ley federal, estatal y local al brindar admisión o acceso a, o trato o empleo en los programas y actividades del distrito escolar. La falta de competencia en inglés no será una barrera a la admisión o la participación.

Las siguientes personas han sido encargadas de recibir cualquier pregunta relacionada con las políticas de no discriminación:

El/la responsable del cumplimiento de Título IX/ADA para empleados/Sección 504/EEO

Director de Recursos Humanos

800 South Taft Avenue

Loveland, CO 80537

(970)613-5009

nondiscrimination@tsd.org

El/la responsable del cumplimiento de ADA/Sección 504 para estudiantes

Director ejecutivo de Servicios de Apoyo al Estudiante

800 South Taft Avenue

Loveland, CO 80537

(970)613-5092

nondiscrimination@tsd.org