Olive Vista MS & STEAM Magnet

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The safety and wellbeing of every student remains our highest priority. In light of the recent Supreme Court decision lifting restrictions on immigration enforcement actions in the Los Angeles area, we want to reaffirm: every student is welcome and safe in our schools, regardless of immigration status.

District policy is clear – immigration enforcement agents are not allowed on our campus without proper legal authorization. All staff are trained to follow strict protocols to protect student privacy and maintain safe learning environments.

We are also working closely with city leaders and community partners to strengthen safety measures, ensure clear communication, and respond quickly if enforcement activity occurs near schools.

Resources are available at www.lausd.org/weareone, including Know Your Rights materials, legal referrals, and mental health resources. Families with any concerns are encouraged to contact their school administrator or call our Family Hotline directly at (213) 443-1300.

Los Angeles Unified stands united in protecting our students and families. Together, we will continue to uphold the values of equity, inclusion, and respect that define our school communities.

We will have a watch party on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 from 8:30 am to 9:30 pm to see a presentation about our School Experience survey that families will be asked to complete starting this week. Join us to better understand the questions and how the information is used to help us improve for our students.

Yearbooks can be pre-ordered in the student store for $45. Only cash is accepted.

They will be delivered in May 2026 before the end of the school year.

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 - Students dismissed at 2:15 pm

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - School Experience Survey information meeting via zoom - Zoom watch party in Parent Center 8:30-9:30 am

Thursday, February 5, 2026 - 100th Day of School Celebration in the Olive Bowl at lunch

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Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - Students dismissed at 2:15 pm

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 - ELAC meeting 9-10 am in Parent Center and via zoom

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Kindness Week

Monday, February 16, 2026 - No School in recognition of Presidents' Day

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 - Students dismissed at 2:15 pm

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 - Special Education Parent Interviews for DVR process - 8:45 am

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Monday, February 23, 2026 - School Site Council Meeting / Local School Leadership Council Meeting 3:30 - 5:00 pm

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 - Students dismissed at 2:15 pm

Thursday, February 26, 2026 - Spring Parent Conference Night 5-7 pm - Auditorium - Enter at Borden Gate

Friday, February 27, 2026 - Students dismissed at 2:15 pm

There is still space availalble for girls to sign up to play Futsal at lunch. The tournament will take place during lunch in February. Interested students should see Mr. Cueva or their PE teacher to sign up. Don't miss out!

Our STEAM Magnet program is once again nationally recognized for the hard work and dedication of our students staff and parents. Congratulations! Olive Vista has been awarded a National Award of Merit as a school of distinction for the 2025-2026 school year and will be recognized at the national conference in San Diego, CA in April 2026.

ALL STUDENTS EAT FREE!

All students must be have their ID number memorized OR have one of the following:

• Student ID card (QR code)
• Barcode on Yondr pouch
• Barcode in PPO
• PIN number (student ID number)

If students do not have their barcode or ID number, we will help them look it up before getting their lunch. No students will be charged for lunch, all students will still be able to have one lunch, free of charge.

We had a great donut event on our 75th day of school. Next up: "Nacho average attendance" event on the 100th day on February 7th!

The LAUSD Parent Portal App is a powerful resource to stay informed of what is going on with your child each day. It is free to use and we encourage all families to download it to a device for easy daily access. You can download it for FREE at the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

If you need assistance setting up your parent portal account or linking your students to the App, contact our parent center at 818-833-3909.

Office Hours:

7:30 am - 4:00 pm

School Phone: 818 -833-3900

Select:

#2 Attendance Office

#3 Counseling Office / Records / SSO

#4 Health Office

#5 Magnet Office

#8 Main Office (until 3:30 pm)

Need to reach your child's counselor?

Mr. Turcios - 6th grade counselor - rene.turcios@lausd.net

Ms. Santini - 7th grade counselor - myra.santini@lausd.net

Ms. Vasquez - 8th grade counselor - clv9747@lausd.net

Mr. Camposano - Lead counselor - lgc4122@lausd.net

Mr. Meneses - Dean of Discipline - ram5014@lausd.net

Ms. Robledo - Restorative Justice Teacher - leticia.o.robledo@lausd.net

Before School Program:

Beyond the Bell

6:30 am - 8:15 am

Drop off at the gym parking lot

After School Program:

Los Angeles Conservation Corps (LACC)

Available after OVMS dismissal (2:15 pm or 3:16 pm) until 6 pm

Phone: 213-458-6385

Student pick up in the gym parking lot

Click here to read our District Parent Engagement Policy. You can also find the OVMS Student Engagement policy and our Parent / Family Compact

Families are invited to participate in Olive Vista workshops and classes and are also invited by our Local Superintendent and Staff to participate in our Region North events and activities also.

More information and live links are available at the Family Academy webpage found HERE. Select Region North for our local offerings.

Meeting dates are listed here.

Events, workshops and activities in the Parent Center

Students can be dropped off at Borden St gate by auditorium between 7:45 am - 8:30 am.

The bell rings at 8:25 am - ANY STUDENTS ARRIVING AFTER 8:15 AM WILL BE LATE GETTING TO CLASS

Students can be picked up Borden St or Tyler St at the dismissal bell: 3:16 pm (or 2:15 on Tuesdays and Shortened Days)

Before School and After school programs are at the gym on Fellow St. See the map here

To ensure the safe pick up students by authorized adult guardians or caregivers, the LACC after school program staff will only release students to a parent/guardian with a physical identification card.

Please be sure to have your ID ready when you come to pick up your student from the after school program. This is entirely for the safety of the students and their families. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Mrs. Mayra at 213-458-6385.

Students will be issued a pouch to store their phones starting on the first day of school. All families have the option of leaving the phone at home. If students bring it to school, they are expected to store it away in the pouch before entering the gate and will be allowed to unlock the device as they exit the campus. Phones will remain locked away during the time students are on campus including during the after school program.

As we kick off the new school year, I want to take a moment to encourage everyone to stay mindful of traffic safety whether walking, biking, or driving to campus. Please take a moment to review the attached August Traffic Safety Tips, which offer helpful reminders to ensure everyone gets to and from school safely.

In particular, I urge extra caution when traveling through the area near {Insert Intersection Cross Streets}. This intersection tends to be especially busy during drop-off and pick-up times, so let’s stay alert and considerate of one another.

Wishing you all a safe and successful start to the school year!

Click here for the ENGLISH application or here for the SPANISH application to sign up your child for free telehealth services.

Grades have been finalized for the fall semester. 8th graders MUST pass classes and NOT have Unsatisfactory "U" for work habits and cooperation. The 8th grade letters are going home for all 8th graders letting you know if your child is on track to participate in our ceremony and more importantly if they are on track to earn their 8th grade certificate.

Contact the 8th grade counselor Ms. Vasquez with any questions.

This is a reminder of our 8th grade Culmination Requirements:

Is your child on track to meet all the requirements? Check Schoology for up to date grade information.

Students CANNOT earn any U's for Work habits or Cooperation in the Spring 2025 semester! (Especially if they earned U's in the fall semester).

• Advisory earns each student 2.5 credits if they earn a P (Passing) or 0 credits for NP (Not Passing)
• Classes for periods 1-6 earn each student 5 credits per class if they pass (A, B, C, D marks) or 0 Credits for a failing grade (F) Students must earn 50 credits out of a minimum out of a possible 65 credits over the 8th grade year.
• Students earn Work Habits Grades of Excellent, Satisfactory, or Unsatisfactory (E, S, U) Students need 12 E's or S's total for the year.
• Students earn Cooperation Grades of Excellent, Satisfactory, or Unsatisfactory (E, S, U) Students need 12 E's or S's total for the year.
• Counselor / Student meeting were held in January to determine your child's progress
• Is your child in class AND on time every day? Attendance Matters! No more that 7 absences (96% or better attendance and no less than 96% on time to class). To appeal if your child is over the limit, he or she needs to show immediate and continued improvement.
• Reach out to our 8th grade counselor, Mr. Turcios with questions or concerns.

All students eat free at school for breakfast, lunch, and supper! Delivery of food is not allowed to school during the school day. Please make sure students either bring their lunch from home in the morning or they can plan to have a school lunch. View Cafe LA menus HERE https://lausd.yumyummi.com/webapp

All parents are asked to DROP OFF students in the morning at the Borden gate, near our auditorium. Students should be dropped off no later than 8:15 am to ensure students make it to class on time.

Cones will be set up along Borden street for drop off in the morning. Please ask your child to use the crosswalk if crossing the street, for everyone's safety drop your child off on the school side of the street.

Dismissal Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday is at 3:16 pm

Dismissal Tuesday is at 2:15 pm

Two gates are open for dismissal. Please plan ahead with your child which gate you would like them to exit. We will open Tyler Street gate at the front of the school or Borden St gate next to the auditorium.

If your child needs to remain at school longer than 20 minutes waiting for pick up, please sign your child up for the after school program!