Madison Middle School

Last Friday, 2/13, we proudly celebrated our Mustangs Awards Assembly, where students were recognized for their outstanding achievements and academic success across different classes. We were so happy to see so many parents in attendance, celebrating their students and showing their support. Thank you for being such an important part of our Mustang community!

Last year, Madison Middle School celebrated its 30th anniversary. As part of that milestone, we began revisiting our mission and vision to ensure they reflect who we are today and how we can best prepare students for high school and beyond.

Since November, we’ve gathered thoughtful input through community forums, student forums and interviews, surveys of students, staff, and parents, as well as staff meetings and leadership team collaboration. We are grateful for the participation and insight our community has brought to this process.

Based on this collective feedback, we have landed on the following mission and vision statements. The response has been very positive, and we are excited about the direction they set for our school. Before making them official, we are inviting one final round of feedback from our families.

Mission: At Madison Middle School, we create a strong sense of belonging, challenge all students with meaningful learning, and provide equitable, responsive practices and diverse opportunities so everyone can grow and succeed.

Vision: Madison Middle School is a place where every student experiences the best of middle school: feeling safe and welcome, academically challenged and supported, and prepared with the skills and confidence needed for high school and beyond.

Values: Respect | Responsibility | Relationships

Please CLICK HERE to provide any additional feedback, positive or constructive, as we take this final step together. Thank you for being an essential partner in shaping the future of Madison Middle School.

I hope our students had a restful break and are ready to return! We return to school tomorrow with our regular 10am late start Monday.

Thanks for reading!

Tom Berger

Principal

Feb. 23

• Late Start (School hours from 10:00am to 3:35pm)

Feb. 24

• Regular Schedule (School hours from 9:00 am to 3:35 pm)

Feb. 25

• Minimum Day Schedule (School hours from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm)

Feb. 26

• Regular Schedule (School hours from 9:00 am to 3:35 pm)

Feb. 27

• Regular Schedule (School hours from 9:00 am to 3:35 pm)
• Winter Ball Dance only 7th and 8th Grade (Gym 6:00-8:00pm)

• March 10 SSC Meeting
• March 11 & 12 Parent / Teacher Conf. (Minimum Day Schedule)
• March 18 Spring Band Concert
• March 19 ELAC Meeting
• SAVE THE DATE: March 24: 8th Grade Parent Night -- High School Transition Information 6pm to 7pm in the library and on Zoom.
• March 30 to April 3 Spring Break (No School)
• April 24 Spring Fling Dance

To see previous broadcasts, visit Madison's Vimeo channel.

We are looking for some help for this Friday's 7th & 8th Grade Dance: Meet Me at Midnight. If you are available to help before, during or after the dance on the 27th, please sign up HERE. Any help is appreciated! Thank you for your support of our MMS ASB.

We’re excited to share that our friends from VCC Dental will be on campus March 4th & 5th offering FREE dental screenings for our students!

This is a great opportunity to make sure your child’s smile is healthy and shining bright — all during the school day!

If you’d like your child to participate, simply click the link below and complete the consent form to sign up.

Don’t miss out — healthy smiles start here!

https://www.vistacommunityclinic.org/health.../a-teeth/

Mental Health Matters and at Madison, we want to do our best to support your child's social and emotional growth! We are excited to inform you of the following Free Mental Health Webinars for parents and caregivers that is sponsored by a partnership with San Diego County Office of Education and Rady Children's Health. We hope you might be able to participate in these great opportunities!

Important Information for Parents: E-Bike Safety and City Regulations

The Oceanside Police Department (OPD) has shared updated information with middle and high schools regarding recent changes to the Oceanside Municipal Code related to e-bike use. These changes are in response to an increase in safety concerns, calls for service, and community complaints.

Beginning February 28, 2026, e-bikes may be temporarily seized under certain circumstances, including:

• Riding an e-bike recklessly or without proper regard for safety

• Receiving two or more e-bike–related citations within a 12-month period

• Double-riding on bikes that are not designed or equipped to carry passengers

OPD has noted that many e-bike violations involve middle and high school–aged students, often with little or no formal traffic safety training. The primary goal of these changes is education and safety, not punishment. In many cases, violations may be resolved by the student completing a bicycle safety course.

To support families and students, OPD has created a new e-bike safety brochure available in English and Spanish. The brochure explains:

• E-bike laws and rules of the road

• Important safety tips for young riders

• What families should know if an e-bike is seized

We encourage parents to review this information with their students and talk together about safe and responsible e-bike use. Working together helps keep our students and community safe.

All 8th-grade students were recently given a letter during their math classes that reviews behavior expectations and eligibility requirements for end-of-year activities, including the Knott’s Berry Farm trip. The letter is linked below for your reference. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions, and thank you for partnering with us to support students in meeting academic expectations and making positive choices. Also linked below are the details for the Knott's trip and another link for payment options.

During the first week in February, you will be receiving a message via Parent Square with information for the high school your student is assigned to next year. If you would like to apply for a different high school in the district, the necessary information will be provided in that letter. You can also click this link: Intra-District Transfers, on the VUSD website for transfer requests. If your child is interested in Mission Vista High School, please complete the application found on the Magnet Schools page of the VUSD website: Application for Magnet Schools. The deadline to apply is February 27, 2026 by 4:30pm.

This year is BIGGER and MORE FUN with more than 70 museums, historic sites, gardens, aquariums and more starting February 1!

Pick up a free Museum Month printed pass at any of 80+ San Diego City or County public libraries, five libraries in Imperial County, or at select educational libraries. Starting February 1, you can download a digital pass from here to your mobile device.

At Vista Unified School District (VUSD), we value our partnership with families and invite you to share your thoughts through our LCAP Parent Survey. Your feedback helps us understand what is working well and where we can improve to better support our students and schools. Your input will directly shape the district’s Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP). Thank you for taking the time to share your voice and help us continue to grow together.

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