Millennium High School
December 2, 2024
Weekly Newsletter
About Millennium High School
Website: https://mhs.piedmont.k12.ca.us/
Address: 760 Magnolia Avenue, Piedmont, CA 94611
Phone: (510) 594-2703
Principal: Irma Muñoz Daniels
Office Manager: Bernadette Navarro
Classes Resume on 12/2/24
We welcome students and staff back to school on
Monday, December 2, 2024.
As we gear up for the remainder of the semester, let’s refocus on our goals and make the most of the time ahead.
Bell Schedule—Week of December 2
Prospective Student Information Night 12/3 7:00 PM
Millennium High School will be hosting an informational session for families and students interested in applying for the 2025-26 school year. Please share this event with prospective families. Spread the word!
A Message from Your Counselors
CSU and UC Application Deadline: DECEMBER 2, 2024.
While we return to school on this day, it would be in students’ best interest to submit their applications over break and not wait until the December 2nd deadline. CSU and UC reps warn that expect a surge in application submissions on this day and this may cause computer glitches. Students do not need the added stress of a computer glitch on December 2nd when submitting applications.
FAFSA
FAFSA has officially opened, earlier than its expected opening on December 2, 2024. Hopefully you will have attended the Financial Aid presentation and will be well equipped to fill out the FAFSA over break. Please make sure the student and parent(s)/guardian(s) (aka Contributors) have their IDs created. Here are a couple of videos to watch that can help you walk through the process:
Why do my contributors and I need our own student.aid gov accounts for the FAFSA form?
CSS
CSS For those using the CSS Profile (College Board), here is a link to the institutions utilizing the CSS profile.
It is important to fill out FAFSA and, for private colleges, CSS Profile, as merit money may be tied to these.
And here is a quick article from Grown and Flown on how a typical family might pay for college.
And another article on best places to look for scholarships and apply (also from Grown & Flown)
From The College Essay Guy: How to Apply for Scholarships
Visit the College & Career Center web page to schedule an appointment with Ms. M-L or stop by PHS Room 20.
Falcon Hour - Mondays & Tuesdays After School
Interested in the Independent Study Program?
Interested in knowing more about our new Independent Study program? Contact your school counselor to learn more!
Independent Study is:
- A voluntary, full-time program for high school students.
- Credits are earned through the completion of online courses monitored by a designated teacher.
- Courses are UC and NCAA approved.
- An option for students who can work independently and thrive with online courses.
SAT Exam Spring 2025 — March 17, 2025
We are formally announcing that we will be offering the SAT on Monday, March 17th 2025. The exam will be digital and operate in the same way the PSAT has for the last two years. Priority for testing will be current 11th and 12th graders. More information and ordering details to come in January 2025. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mr. Marik.
Student Clubs
If your student is interested in joining a club, please have them reach out to the advisor listed on the list below. Most clubs are actively meeting at lunch!
Support our Library!
Please consider helping the PHS/MHS Library by:
Purchasing a book from our Amazon Wish List
Attendance Policy Review
Regular attendance and classroom participation are essential to the educational process at MHS. Missing class presentations, discussions, lectures, demonstrations and laboratories can be detrimental to student achievement, grades, credit accumulation and the progress of the class itself.
Reporting and Excusing an Absence
When a student is absent, it is required that the parent/guardian either phone the Attendance Office recorder (510-594-2889) or send a note explaining the reason for the absence. If an absence is cleared by phone, it is not necessary to follow up with a note. Only the signatures of the parent(s)/guardian(s) on the student emergency card are permitted on notes. Please provide the following information: first and last name of the student, name of parent, date of absence, the specific classes missed, and the reason for the absence. Parents/Guardians must excuse their student’s absence within three days of the time they return. If an absence is not cleared within that time, the absence will be marked as unexcused. Students are not permitted to excuse themselves on the recorder or by note. Students who miss three or more days of school in succession must present a doctor’s note, if the absences are due to illness.
Road to Graduation
Please be aware of many important dates are coming for seniors. Bookmark the Road to Graduation document as it will be updated throughout the year.
Senior Portraits On-Campus 12/3 & 12/4
Seniors!
If you have NOT taken your portrait, YOU HAVE AN APPOINTMENT on either Tuesday, 12/3 or Wednesday, 12/4.
Please see check your email or see Ms. Bernadette for your appointment time. There is no charge for the photo session. Studio One will provide the black drape or tux or you can wear your own all black clothing.
MHS & PHS Yearbook Information
Please be aware there are TWO yearbooks...one for Millennium High School and another for Piedmont High School. Both yearbooks are available for purchase to Millennium families.
MHS & PHS Seniors
Additional information for seniors can be found here.
Millennium High School Yearbook
The cost of the Millennium HS yearbook is $60. You can purchase the Millennium HS yearbook through the School Store in Infinite Campus HERE. Log in, click on the School Store, then click on MHS Yearbook.
Piedmont High School Yearbook
Millennium HS students are part of the PHS yearbook. Please visit this link for all the specific information relating to the purchase and deadlines for the PHS yearbook.
Visit the MHS School Store in Infinite Campus!
The MHS School Store in Infinite Campus is OPEN! You can donate to the Piedmont Athletics Fund, MHS ASB, MHS field trips, purchase the MHS yearbook and much more! Your support is greatly appreciated.
To visit the MHS School Store:
• Log into Infinite Campus and click on the MHS School Store.
School Breakfast and Lunch
We wanted to let families know that the Piedmont Unified School District will continue to offer a nutritious breakfast and lunch every day at no cost.
Additional snacks are available for purchase.
Sparkling Water: $1.50
Cookie: $1.50
Pop Chips: $1.50
Breakfast Bar: $1.50
Yogurt: $1.50
Sunflower Seeds: $1.50
Sun Chips: $2.50
Popcorn: $2.50
Food Service Volunteers
The PHS Parents' Club is also asking for some enthusiastic volunteers to help serve food to our students. You can sign up at the link here. Thank you in advance for the generosity of your time and commitment to our school. We could not do this without you.
Millennium High School Parents' Club
All parents and guardians of students attending Millennium High School are members and part of the Parents’ Club! Everyone is invited to get involved! Membership to the MHS Parents’ Club is free!
We invite parents and supporters to make a donation to the Parents' Club. Donations will be used to support events for our whole school community. Contributions of all sizes are appreciated.
The next Parents' Club meeting is schedule for Thursday, December 12 via Zoom.
Everyone is encouraged to give any amount you would like. Click here to make a donation!
The Parents' Club provides essential support to Millennium High School. For questions, contact Rachel Osajima, Parents' Club Board President, at rachelosajima@gmail.com or 510-919-5044.
The Giving Campaign
The Piedmont Education Foundation (PEF) has launched an exciting participation challenge as part of this year’s Giving Campaign! Our goal is to raise $4 million, and this year, every family’s participation counts toward something special. If we reach 75% participation from Piedmont Unified School District families, the entire town will celebrate with a community-wide pajama day!
Watch the Giving Meter in the center of town to track our progress. Imagine our entire community in PJs, celebrating our united support for our schools. PEF encourages everyone to contribute, no matter the amount. Let’s come together to make a positive impact and show our commitment to education.
Stay Updated:
Follow the “Pop Up Participation” Giving Meter’s progress in the heart of town, and let’s reach our goal together!
Make a Difference Today:
For more information or to donate, please visit www.piedmontedfoundation.org/donate.
Millennium High School is receiving more than $78,000 to support instruction, counseling, and community building.
Wellness Center—Donations Needed!
The Wellness Center provides allergen free MadeGood granola bars, string cheese and fruit (Cuties are best) for students.
We could use your help with donations. Sign-Up Here!
You can drop the items off anytime during school hours of your selected week at the Wellness Center, located in the library/30s building at Piedmont High School
Thank you so much for supporting student mental health in our community.
Wellness Center Support Committee
Piedmont Parent Network (PPN)
What is PPN?
The Piedmont Parents Network (PPN) is a parent-run organization that holds regular meetings to provide parents with the opportunity to meet, connect and discuss issues affecting their child, the school, and our community. Parents participate in discussions that are facilitated by trained parent volunteers who help ensure that conversations are held with mutual respect and discretion. There are PPN groups for 6th to 12th grade. Click here for more information about PPN.
All parents are invited to join a meeting by contacting their Grade-Level PHS PPN Facilitators.
Free Youth Clipper Card
The Student Transit Pass Program provides FREE Youth Clipper cards to eligible middle and high school students in Alameda County. APPLY HERE: bit.ly/studenttransitpass.
- Take unlimited free rides on AC Transit
- Add cash value to the Clipper card for 50% off BART fares and youth discounts on other transit systems