Block Schedule: AB - a - Ab
*No eBulletin next week! Next eBulletin: January 5th, 2025!*
Tuesday December 17:
- 10:00am-1:00pm: Alameda County Flu and COVID Vaccine Clinic at Montera
- 3:45-5:15 pm : Boys Basketball Tryouts
- 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm: Montera OUSD High School Information Night (Virtual)
Wednesday December 18, 2:00-3:30pm: Boys Basketball Tryouts
Friday December 20:
- Minimum Day
- End of Marking Period / End of Semester
Monday December 23 - Monday January 6: Winter Break - No School
Tuesday January 7: Beginning of Marking Period 4 / School Resumes
Give to the Annual Fund
Our Giving Tuesday page has links if you want to donate directly to Sports, Music or 8th Grade Activities:
https://montera.ousd.org/get-involved/fundraising/givingtuesday
Donate to the Montera Relief Fund
Directly help Montera families in need get some basics and holiday cheer this year Learn more and donate here: https://montera.ousd.org/get-involved/fundraising/montera-relief-fund
Teacher & Staff Appreciation Event - Donations Needed
Donate to staff appreciation gift cards here - any amount is appreciated! Donations accepted now thru 12/16/2024.
We are also seeking bottles of wine and cookie donations to give to our staff at our annual holiday cookie party. Please drop donations off at the main office. Thank you!
Sock and Mitten Giving Tree
Montera students are creating a “Sock and Mitten Giving Tree."
Please bring in new pairs of socks or gloves to hang from our Giving Tree in P9.
Socks and gloves will support the women and children of Oakland Elizabeth House
.
Sports Basement - SHOP ONLINE TONIGHT!
Shop Sports Basement in-store or online Thursday, December 5th through Sunday, December 15th, 2024 and save! Basementeer members get 20% off almost everything; Non-Basementeers still receive 11% off. Find out more about the Basementeer program or update your beneficiary to Montera if you're new here!
Minted Cards & Gifts
Save 20% on holiday cards and gifts at https://www.minted.com/holiday with the code FUNDRAISEMONTERA and Minted will donate 15% of your purchase to Montera.
Shop here: https://www.minted.com/holiday
Welcome Our New Assistant Principal, Ms. Brix!
My name is Stacy Brix, and I am excited and honored to introduce myself as the new Assistant Principal here at Montera Middle School. As we continue through this school year together, I wanted to take a moment to introduce myself and share my enthusiasm for working alongside you to ensure a positive and successful experience for all of our students.I bring over 20 years of experience in education, and I am passionate about supporting students in their academic, social, and emotional growth. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with students, teachers, and families to create learning environments where every student feels valued, supported, and inspired to reach their fullest potential. READ MORE HERE
Yearbook Cover Design Winner - Kavya C.!
Congratulations to 8th grader Kavya C. on her winning design for the cover of the 2024-2025 Montera yearbook! And thank you to everyone who entered - we received so many beautiful entries that it was hard to choose just one! It's not too late to order your own copy at https://www.treering.com/purchase?PassCode=1014897661773030
Check out The Matador - Montera's Student News Site!
Our school's student news publication, The Matador, has launched! Check it out here!
Flu and COVID Vaccine Clinic at Montera - 12/17
Alameda County Public Health Department is excited to work with Montera Middle School in bringing the updated 2024-2025 COVID-19 and Flu vaccines for students and staff. It is safe to receive flu and COVID-19 vaccines during the same visit!
Date of Vaccine Clinic: 12/17/2024
Time: 10 am to 1 pm
Link to register online: https://bit.ly/SLVIP-Montera
Link to Information Flyers: 12.17.2024_Montera Middle School
Additional Materials for Vaccine Clinic:
Parent Letter: SLVIP Parent Letter.pdf
Student Consent Form:
COVID-19 Vaccine Information Statement: https://www.immunize.org/vaccines/vis/covid-19/
Influenza Vaccine Information Statement: https://www.immunize.org/vaccines/vis/influenza-inactivated/
California Immunization Registry Disclosure: CAIR Disclosure.pdf
Warrior - Montera Middle School Night!
WARRIORS VS. TRAILBLAZERS
DATE: MONDAY, MARCH 10TH | 7:00 PM
LOCATION: CHASE CENTER
DEADLINE TO ORDER: FEBRUARY 14, 2025
Gather your family and friends and join Montera Middle School at Chase Center as your Golden State Warriors take on the Portland Trail Blazers!
- The first 75 ticket purchasers will be invited to sit in the lower level before the game to watch the players’ warm-up!**
- A limited number of tickets are available. Enjoy exclusive savings and pay NO taxes, surcharges, or fees when securing your tickets through this offer.
- Getting to Chase Center – Visit www.chasecenter.com/transportation-guide to learn more about game day transportation information and more. *REMINDER – Your game day ticket is also your all-day Muni ticket!
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: ANDREA JOHNSON ajohnson_personaltrainer@yahoo.com
Rates can increase based on factors affecting supply and demand.
*All Fan Experience Programs are contingent upon fullfilment of FEP ticket minimum.*
CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO SECURE YOUR TICKETS!
Prospective Family Tours
Prospective Family Tours: Please let your friends and neighbors know tours are now available for 5th grade students and their families. Sign up for a tour on our website.
Final Tour Date: Fri, 1/10/25 9:30 - 11am
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Sign up to volunteer here
HIGH SCHOOL INFO AND TOURS
8th Grade Parents and Guardians - it's time to start touring High Schools! Check out all the school tour information for OUSD High Schools here: Transition to High School
8th Grade Activities for 2024-25 - UPDATED INFO:
- Six Flags Trip: Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
- 8th Grade Dinner Dance: Saturday, May 17 2025
- Picnic in the Park: Friday, May 23 2025
- 8th Grade Promotion: May 28, 2025, 3pm* (subject to change)
All activities require VOLUNTEERS: Sign up here.
Questions: 8thgradeactivities@monterapto.com | MORE INFO
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8th Grade Washington DC Trip
Trip Dates: March 27 - April 1, 2025 Sign up and view itinerary here
Fundraising – Help us meet our goal and provide scholarships to 8th graders to go to Washington next March. Donate here
Apply for a scholarship – If you would like your 8th grader to attend the Washington DC trip and would like to apply for a partial scholarship, please do so in the link here.
Questions?: Contact Mr. Cooper, Trip Leader: samuel.cooper@ousd.org
WINTER SPORTS TRYOUTS + VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:
BOYS BASKETBALL TRYOUTS:
- Monday 12/16 from 3:45-5:15 pm
- Tuesday 12/17 3:45-5:15 pm
- Wednesday 12/18 from 2:00-3:30pm
Meet in the Gym. Wear basketball attire. Bring a water bottle.
- Girls JV Basketball coach
- Boys JV Soccer coach
- Boys & Girls Soccer Clinic coach
Oakland Cubs Track and Field Team Registration
Oakland Cubs Track and Field Team registration is open for the 2025 Season for ages 4-18. Oakland Cubs Track and Field program provides opportunities for young athletes to participate in track and field competitions at local, regional or national levels. All levels/ability are welcomed. The 2025 Season starts February 18, 2025 https://www.oaklandcubs.com/program/2025-track-and-field/16292
Oakland Girls Softball League Spring Registration
Oakland Girls Softball League Spring registration is open! CLICK HERE
OGSL’s mission is to bring the sport of softball to girls aged 5-14. The spring season will start in February and run through May. 1-2 practices on weekdays, games on Saturdays.
Registration Fees are 6U: $215 and 8U, 10U, 12/14U: $275. Sign up by November 29th for an Early Bird discount! Registration will remain open until January 12th. If cost is an issue, please email info@ogsl.org for more information on requesting a fee discount. No one will be turned away for lack of funds!
North Oakland/South Oakland Little League Registration - Spring 2025 Season
North Oakland/South Oakland Little League registration for the Spring 2025 season is open now through December 23, 2024 at https://secure.sportability.com/nollsoll. NOLL/SOLL offers baseball for players ages 5-16. Find out more about our league, find answers to frequently asked questions and get more information on registration and scholarships on our website at https://www.nollsoll.com/registration-information/. Questions? Email info@nollsoll.com.
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