THE FORECAST News 8.15.25

Please read the newsletter carefully, as it may contain important information about upcoming school events.

Welcome back, Monsoons! We’re excited to kick off the 2025–2026 school year at Mayfair Middle/High School! The first day of school is Monday, August 18th, with a late start at 10:00 AM. Student schedules will be available to view on Aeries prior to the first day. We look forward to a great year of learning, growth, and community—let’s make it a memorable one!

Start reviewing those bell schedules! Every Monday, school starts at 10am. The first day of school, we will start the school year with the Odd Periods.

Start reviewing those bell schedules! Every Tuesday through Friday, school starts at 8:30am.

Since the day before was August 18, and we started with the Odd Periods,

that would make the schedule for August 19 have the Even Periods!

And remember: The Calendar rotates between the Odd Periods and Even Periods for the entire year! Be sure to look at the Calendar to know.

Here are two short videos that introduce our families to our Bell Schedule and our Rotating Calendar. The Rotating Calendar will inform you as to what periods (Odds or Events) that students will have throughout the entire year. The Bell Schedule will let you know when classes actually occur. Remember: Every Monday starts at 10am, and Tuesday-Friday school starts at 8:30am.

You will want to save a copy of the PDF files (which are located towards the very bottom of this newsletter). If downloading to your phone, you will need a PDF reader. Otherwise, you can also download the file to your computer as well.

Student Arrival Process

1. Enter through the 100 Gate (primary entry for most students). 9:00 am

1. Locate Name: Students check alphabetical lists near the Admin 100 Building for their first-period class assignment.

2. Proceed to First Period: Students walk directly to their assigned classroom with guidance from visible staff.

• Entry points: Main building; Bike rack gate

• Guides: Office Staff, HS Counselors, Available Admin, Security, ASB

• Counselors will be in the 300 wing with our computers for any students who need help viewing their class schedule. We will not be printing schedules. They will view from aeries and we will assist any students who is unable to access their aeries account.

If you are a returning SDC student to Mayfair, and you know how to navigate around campus, just follow the directions as listed above for the Middle School Plan or the High School Plan. If your student is a returning SDC student to Mayfair, and they normally have a 1:1 aide, that aide can meet you near the Admin 100 Building (Corner of Alington/Woodruff).

If you are a returning Mod/Severe student to Mayfair, and you normally go through the 300 Gate, please continue doing that. If you have a 1:1 aide, and you are a returning student from the Mod/Severe program, then they will meet you at the 300 Gate, if it is the same aide (otherwise, they may go outside of Admin 100).

For new students to our campus that are SDC or are in the Mod/Severe Program, you can meet before school at the Admin 100 Building (Corner of Alington/Woodruff) for assistance. If you have a 1:1 aide, and you are new to Mayfair, then your aide will also be at the Admin 100 Building.

For anyone with a 1:1 aide, please know that the aides are generally not available before school starts. School starts at 10am on Monday, August 18, 2025. Assignments are done through the district office, not through the school site itself. Please know that aides may have changed from last year to this year as well.

We ask that you have patience in the morning, as we do have a large population of students with special needs that may need assistance. We appreciate your cooperation.

IMPORTANT: ALL FAMILIES must complete online data confirmation through BUSD's Aeries Parent Portal for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year.

To complete data confirmation, parents need a Parent Portal account. If you do not have the required information (Student ID Number and Verification Code) to create a Parent Portal account, please contact your school site. The school sites open on July 30, 2025.

Forgot your password? Reset it by selecting "Forgot Password."

Below are helpful resources to assist with the data confirmation process:

Parent Portal - How to create an account

Data Confirmation directions

Parent Portal Link

**Below is information regarding the High School Yearbook, not the Middle School Yearbook**

PRICE: $110

Option 1: Online from the Jostens Webstore

1. Go to Jostens.com/yearbooks

2. Click on ORDER YEARBOOK.

3. If a search bar appears asking you for your school, search for “Mayfair High School” and select it from the list.

4. You may then customize and order your yearbook.

Option 2: In person at the Mayfair Accounting Window

1. Bring cash, credit card, or check to the accounting window during school hours.

1. Please make checks payable to: Mayfair High School

If you have any questions please email the high school yearbook adviser Mr. Becker-Valle at RonaldBeckerValle@busd.k12.ca.us or visit him at Room 207.

Listed below are just a few reminders:

1. Mayfair Middle/High School does not permit any drop-offs or deliveries of food or other items. Please ensure that your student is prepared for the day when coming to school in the morning with their lunch, supplies, money, etc.
2. Dress Code. For the 2025-2026 school year, we are trying to prepare our students for college and career ready with a dress code. Students will not be allowed to wear any inappropriate clothing which includes the following: No sheer, low cut, revealing blouses, bare midriff, or braless outfits, bathing suits, beach attire, tight or revealing, or strapless garments. Please be sure that your student follows the dress code and wears appropriate clothing and accessories. Also, students may not bring blankets to campus. Click here to access Mayfair's Dress Code Policy.
3. No returning back to campus. If a student has an early release (7th or 8th period), once the student leaves campus, they may not return to campus during school hours. Parents - please ensure that your students are going home early if they have the early release.

Dear Mayfair Families,
In the mornings and again in the afternoons, please avoid parking and waiting along the curb near the end of the allington street north parking lot by the 200 and 300 buildings (see area above). Our buses for students with special needs drop off and pick-up students along that location, so we ask that our mayfair families be courteous and move when buses arrive. Thank you.

This is a reminder that Mayfair has an upcoming holiday scheduled for Monday, September 1st, 2025.

Mayfair Middle/High School will hold Picture Days on Wednesday, August 20, and Thursday, August 21, for all students in grades 7 through 12. Photos will be taken during specific class periods: PE or Sports for grades 7–10, U.S. History for 11th grade, and Government for 12th grade. Students enrolled in Cerritos or Early College programs who do not have these classes can take their pictures during a free period or lunch.

Mayfair Middle & High School invites families to mark their calendars for Back to School Night on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. This special evening will be a great opportunity to connect with teachers, explore classrooms, and learn more about the year ahead. Please note, this date will also be a minimum day with an odd period schedule (1/3/5/7). Stay tuned for more details, and get ready to celebrate the start of a great school year! #Soons24/7

Let’s pack the stands with Monsoon pride! Now’s your chance to grab tickets for a once-in-a-lifetime football game at SoFi Stadium with your Mayfair Monsoons on Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 5:00 PM!

Regarding tickets

Spectator Passes:

General admission tickets are for parents and all others and cost $41.95 ($34.43 + $7.52 fees, including taxes). General admission tickets are NOT for students.

Mayfair Monsoons High School fans must purchase passes here:

Game Tickets Click Here

Note: Prices will increase 24 hours in advance and passes bought day-of will include a $5 convenience fee. Children 3 & under are free admission.

Student Passes:

All students must present a valid student ID at stadium check-in to pick up a student pass. Cost: $24.09 + $5.86 fees, including taxes

Game Tickets Click Here

Waivers (Required):

SoFi Stadium requires a signed waiver from EVERY individual entering the venue. Players, coaches, refs and fans. You can not enter the Stadium without submitting the waiver at check in GATE 12. See attached waiver.

Download Waiver Here

Parking:

We’ll confirm the parking lot assignment soon. Parking price will be $10.00 per car/bus and payment is credit card only when you arrive. Please visit our website for the latest details - Mayfair

Mayfair Middle School 7th and 8th grade students are invited to enroll in the Think Together Afterschool Program for the 2025–2026 school year! This free program offers homework support, arts and enrichment, STEM education, sports and games, and more. It runs Monday through Friday, beginning August 18, 2025, through June 3, 2026. Parents must register students online through Thinktogether.org/enroll. Please note that completing the online form does not guarantee enrollment—confirmation will come from the site program manager. For more information, contact Think Together at 562-675-4599.

The CIF Champion Mayfair football program is looking for motivated student managers. Job duties include equipment room management, hydration, computer and tech assistance. Anyone interested can see coach Bedell in the Boys PE office or contact via Email dbedell@busd.k12.ca.us

Please see the following information regarding high school baseball.

The high school choirs would greatly appreciate your support in our final summer fundraiser. Eat at Pieology in Cerritos on August 19th and mention our program. See you there!

Parents…

ParentSquare: Did you know you can submit an Attendance Note?
It's as easy as 1…2…3! When you receive a notification from your child’s school that your child was absent, simply reply to the email or text with your response.

Helpful ParentSquare articles for parents can be found on our BUSD website under the resources section. https://www.busd.k12.ca.us/resources/parentsquare

Click below to download a PDF version of the Mayfair 2025-2026 Calendar and Bell Schedules.

Mayfair Middle/High School students will utilize the app called Minga as a digital ID card. The app enables staff to create hall passes, reward students for doing well and helping others, and the digital ID card will help students have an easier time entering or leaving campus. The digital ID has a "live" interface, with a running digital clock and a moving background, thus preventing students from using a screenshot [Screenshots of ID are not permitted]. Students will utilize their school email (via Google) to log in. The app is safe to use, uses very little data, and doesn't require access to any of the information stored on your phone. If your child does not have a smartphone, don't worry - they will receive a printed ID card as well. Click here to access a quick document that shows you how to log into your school's Minga account.

Use the blue button below to access information about Aeries Parent Portal, Paper Tutoring, and Meal & Nutrition Information

Parent Teacher Association:

• Promotes strong school to community collaboration and engagement

• Recognizes community and student achievements and service

• Serves to advocate for all children and families

• Dedicated to educational success, health and wellbeing

Parents! We want you to get involved! Our PTA (Parent Teacher Association) has done an outstanding job on helping our students and staff in the past, and we want that positive relationship to grow! Thank you in advance for joining our Mayfair Middle/High School PTA! Click here to visit the Mayfair PTA Facebook Page.

This program helps our PTA raise funds for the school by logging shopping and dining receipts from participating malls. We can win up to $10,000 for our school!

https://shopandlog.wufoo.com/forms/schoolcents

Did you know that free online tutoring is being provided by the BUSD district? Students can log in to Paper using their school district's Clever accounts (which uses the student's school email/password), or they can download the Paper app!

PAPER Online Tutoring is available for all students in 4th-12th grade through their Clever account. Students may ask tutors questions through the chat feature using the PAPER APP to get help with homework, feedback on their writing, support with studying for assessments, and even help with college/scholarship essays! The APP can be found in the Google Play and Apple APP store.

Click here to register for a free parent webinar (provided in English and Spanish). If your child needs more information about how to use PAPER, they can watch the following videos for more information:

Click here to watch the video titled "How Do Students Access 24/7 Live Help on PAPER?"

Click here to watch the video titled "How Do Students Use PAPER's Essay Review?"

High School: Grades 9-12

A - Co: Ms. Walker

Cr - Ha: Ms. Montes

He - Me: Ms. McIntosh

Mi - Ro: Mr. Hairston

Ru - Z: Ms. Contreras

Early College: Ms. Ozier

Middle School: Grades 7-8

A- GOM: Ms. Yepiz

GON - OQ: Ms. Hernandez

OR - Z: Ms. Lopez

We build futures for our students by providing a pathway for all students to become responsible, informed, productive citizens who can compete in a diverse world.

The Bellflower unified School District produces graduates who are globally competitive learners. Through equitable access to high quality academic, social, and applied learning, students are ready to excel in college, careers, and life.

Instagram/Twitter(x)/Facebook: @Mayfair_BUSD

Website: https://mayfairmonsoons.org

Location: 6000 Lakewood Ave., Lakewood, CA 90713

Phone: 562-925-9981