Back To School Night takes place Wednesday, September 4th. We will be on a minimum day schedule that day. It's also a Odd Day (odd period classes: 1, 3, 5, 7), so students will definitely be coming home early that day (see the schedule at the bottom of this website to determine what time your student will come home on a minimum day).

The night begins with a welcome meeting by the Mayfair Administrative Team, followed by classroom visitations with teachers. We hope to see all of our Mayfair Families. More details will follow closer to the date of the event.

August 26th , 2024

Dear Mayfair Students and Families,

Background on the Current Bell Schedule:

Mayfair Middle/High School transitioned to a block schedule during the 2023-24 school year after a year and a half of work with a Bell Schedule Committee. This process included several opportunities for public input through surveys, public meetings as well as feedback gathered from students.

In this second year of implementation, we continue to prioritize:

• Students' academic success
• Students' social and emotional well-being
• Addressing learning loss from the COVID-19 pandemic
• Enhancing graduation rates
• Providing equitable access to support and enrichment programs within the school day
• Reducing class time missed by student-athletes for competitions
• Increasing opportunities for students to explore elective programs
• Differentiating schedules for various grade levels to provide tailored academic support and enrichment
  
  

Significant Wins from Last Year’s Implementation:

• Embedded intervention support classes within the school day, from 8:30 AM to 3:35 PM, rather than under-utilized before or after school supports
• A 75% reduction in missed classes by student-athletes due to competitions compared to the previous year
• A new high of CTE completers, with over 25% of the graduating class of 2024 completing a CTE pathway
• A reduction in summer school enrollment from over 900 students in 2023 to just over 500 in 2024
• Decreased disciplinary infractions due to fewer passing periods and more focused academic time
• Increased ability for students to focus on other opportunities, including employment, family responsibilities, or self-care
• A reduction in tardies to class as well as a significant increase in student daily attendance (Chronic Absenteeism 19.2% in 22-23 to 12.9% in 23-24)
  
  

Additional Supports Added This Year:

• Think Together after-school program for 7th and 8th grade students
• Writing Center (Room 804) to support all students with writing across all content areas during Periods 2 and 7
• Homework Support available during Period 1 in Room 804, with plans to expand to Period 8 shortly
• Counselor Caseloads are now approaching the national average (Counselor to student ration improved from 450 to 1 in 2023-24 to approximately 280 to 1 this school year)
• Additional Embedded support (Study Skills) for students with individualized education plans
  
  

Continued Expansion and Growth of Intervention and Enrichment Opportunities:

• Expanding credit recovery opportunities within the school year to reduce the need for summer school
• Foundational math support with a focus on grades 7-9
• Increased support for literacy through Homework Support and the Writing Center
• Addition of Community Schools Specialist to support scholl and district initiatives
• Expansion of elective program access to increase career and college readiness, building capacity in the following programs:
  • AVID - Advancement via Individual Determination
  • CTE - Career Technical Education
  • CalApps - New Course Offerings
  • VAPA - Visual and Performing Arts (with support from Proposition 28 Funding)

We understand that this schedule is new to Mayfair and the Bellflower Unified School District. However, Bellflower Middle and High School are in year four of implementation, while Mayfair is in year two. We continue to learn and adjust to provide as many opportunities as possible for all of our students. We will work with families to the best of our ability to accommodate adjustments, assist with sibling schedules, adding an additional class (when available) as well as address work and transportation concerns. These ongoing changes aim to foster a supportive and enriching academic environment for all students.

Sean R. Diaz

Proud Principal - Mayfair Middle and High School

#bewater #Soons24/7 ALL DAY EVERY DAY!

MHS Families,

Thank you to our students and families for a great start to our new school year! We look forward to seeing all of you soon at Back To School Night on Wednesday, September 4th. More information will be provided closer to that date.

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 2024-2025 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.

Just a reminder that there is NO SCHOOL on Monday, September 2nd, as we observe Labor Day.

Mayfair Middle and High School students will be in the process of taking their first district exam, which started the week of September 3rd. Students will take 3 exams: Reading, English, and Math. The purpose of these exams is to assist the teacher, school, and district with developing a plan of action on how to best help our students, based upon student scores. Students will take these exams when they have their classes for Math, English, and History or Health. The exams will be completed by September 19th.

The administrative staff met with students to discuss our Soon Expectations. So far, we have discussed our expectations with grades 7 through 11 last week. This week, we will be meeting with the 12th grade students. Please review the following slides to learn more about what was discussed with students.

Just a reminder that Bellflower Unified School District will participate in the California Universal Meals Program and will implement the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP). This means that all K-12 BUSD students will receive one Breakfast and one Lunch during the school day at NO CHARGE.

Please visit the school district's website in order to learn more about the meal program. In addition, the district website lists information about the meal menu for both breakfast and lunch. Please click here to visit the school district's school lunch program website for details.

California Advancing Pathways for Students (CalAPS) registration for Fall classes is still open, and we still have room in our classes this semester! CalAPS courses are designed to empower students with the knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in a diverse range of professions. Sign up today! See your CalAPS liaison, Ms. Saucedo in the College/Career Center for more info or Mrs. McIntosh in 307 for registration assistance. For additional information, please call (562) 866-9011 ext. 2186.

Click Here for Registration Link or Scan QR Code

Some of our course videos have been uploaded onto our website. Click here for link to our CalAPS course videos.

Courses that currently have space:

• Taking Flight/Aviation
• Graphic Production Technology
• Urban Farming Science
• Crime Scene Investigation
• Baking & Pastry
• Careers in Education
• Makerspace
• Entrepreneurship
• ESports
• Stage Production Technology

As part of our efforts to support students in getting to class on time, using school appropriate behaviors, and maintaining passing grades, we will be having TWO events in September that we would like you all to share with your classes moving forward. Flyer attached below.

The first one is an attendance event. Students with ZERO absences and Zero tardies from Wednesday 8/21- Wednesday 9/4 will be invited out 45 min early for lunch on Friday the 6th to enjoy First Friday and get a free snow cone from the Kona Ice truck that will be on campus!! Please encourage all students if they'd like to participate in this to make sure they are on time and present for the next two weeks!!

Second, we will be having a bowling event at Bowlero on the 26th. The price is TBD, but students with 5 or less tardies, no assertive discipline and 2.5 or better will be invited to go. If money is an issue for this event, please communicate that with me and we will try to make it happen for that student. We don't want any student not going because of financial reasons.

Please encourage middle school students to work towards these events!! And also share that there will be monthly events moving forward that we would like to see them attend. With school appropriate behavior, passing grades and being in class on time and ready to learn, each student will have the opportunity to enjoy these activities!!!

Exciting News: Taiwan Adventure Awaits!

We’re thrilled to announce a remarkable field trip to Taiwan from April 10 to April 18, 2025! This is your chance to dive into Chinese culture, connect with our pen-pal school, and explore Taiwan’s vibrant heritage.

Trip Highlights: (Click here to see the video )

• School Immersion: Experience a day at The Affiliated Senior High School of National Chung Hsing University.

• Cultural Exploration: Visit traditional markets and the National Palace Museum.

• Hands-On Fun: Release sky lanterns and join a Street Food Cooking workshop.

• Foodie Delight: Sample local cuisine at night markets.

• Cultural Insight: Explore the Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village.

Info Meetings:

• Students: Aug. 27 & 29 (high school lunch), Aug. 28 & 30 (middle school lunch) in Room 108

• Parents: Sep. 4 (Back to School Night) during 7th & 8th periods, Sep. 5 at 6:00 PM in room 108

Don’t miss this chance to experience Taiwan!

Softball tryouts are Wednesday August 28th on the softball field for high school students. Returning players tryouts are from 2:30-4pm and new players tryouts are 3:45-5pm. The links for the registration forms are located in the bios of the instagram accounts: @monsoonathletics and @mayfair_monsoons_softball

Below is a flyer with QR code for registration as well.

Ms. Foote wanted to share with our Mayfair community how much she enjoys working with her students in rotating stations within the classroom. We love seeing our students learn!

In light of the recent events at Ernie Pyle Elementary, the Power of 1 donation is still running through Wednesday, August 28, 2024. We are asking every Soon (student, faculty, and staff) to donate $1.00. All money raised will be given to our caring connections team and then delivered to the caring connections team at Ernie Pyle Elementary. Any questions how to participate - see Mr. Saunders in room 503.

Our first off-campus activity is here. After Labor Day, applications for middle school trip to Bowlero will be available. 150 spots. $25.00.
To qualify:
2.5 GPA at picking up application
We will run a second query the day before we go to remain eligible.
5 or less tardies from August 15 to September 25th.
No Assertive discipline from August 15 to departure for trip on Sept 26


Soak a teacher will be September 27th at lunch.
5 dollars for a gallon of water. 20 dollars for 5 gallons.


Musical applications for Mean Girls will be available after Labor Day. Be part of the musical that is totally fetch.

Hey Monsoon! Take a look at the following map. The map shows you where you can enter during ARRIVALS in the morning.

Any student may use either of the two opened gates before school starts. The gates open 30 minutes before the start of school (School starts at 10am on Mondays and at 8:30am on Tuesdays-Thursdays). The very first day of school, August 15th, will also begin at 10am.

The gate by the Middle School Office will close when the final bell rings in the morning, and any late student will then need to enter via the Front Office only.

Hey Monsoon! Take a look at the following map. The map shows you where you can leave during DISMISSALS.

Students will be dismissed in the following manner:

Middle school students will exit the gate by the Middle School Building,

while high school student will leave from the gate next to the front office.

It is the expectation that students show their Minga ID to exit. For the first few weeks, we will use the student's schedule if the student does not have Minga downloaded onto their phone. Please see the Minga message later in this newsletter to see how students can download the Minga app onto their phone via Google Play or Apple Store.

IMPORTANT: ALL FAMILIES must complete online data confirmation through BUSD's Aeries Parent Portal for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. If you already haven't done so already, please be sure to get this completed as soon as possible. Families that haven't completed this will eventually be contacted multiple times by the school in order to ensure completion.

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 August 1, 2024.

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 (click on Aeries Portal for details on the site)

Parent Portal Link

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.

The Think Together Program is available at Mayfair is available to students of grades 7 and 8.

Attendance is one of main indicators as to the academic and social/emotional outcomes of our students. This is why being present on a daily basis is instrumental to a child's success. Please see some of the statistics and information on the value of attending school everyday:

Did you know?

• Students should miss no more than 9 days of school each year to stay engaged, successful and on track to graduation.

• Frequent absences can be a sign that a student is losing interest in school, struggling with school work, dealing with a bully or facing some other difficulty.

• By 6th grade, absenteeism is one of three signs that a student may drop out of high school.

• By 9th grade, attendance is a better predictor of graduation rates than 8th grade test scores.

• Missing 10%, or 2 days a month, over the course of the school year, can affect a student’s academic success.

What you can do:

1. Make school attendance a priority

• Talk about the importance of showing up to school every day, on time.

• Help your children maintain daily routines, such as finishing homework and getting a good night’s sleep.

• Try not to schedule dental and non-related medical appointments during the school day.

• If your children must stay home because they are sick or in quarantine, make sure they have asked teachers for resources and materials to make up for the missed learning time in the classroom.

2. Help your child stay engaged

• Find out if your children feel engaged by their classes, and feel safe from bullies and other threats.

• Make sure your children are not missing class because of challenges with behavioral issues or school discipline policies.

If any of these are problems, contact the teacher and work with them to find a solution.

• Monitor you child’s academic progress and seek help from teachers or tutors when necessary. Make sure teachers know how to contact you.

• Stay on top of your child’s social contacts. Peer pressure can lead to skipping school, while students without many friends can feel isolated.

• Notice and support your children if they are showing signs of anxiety.

3. Communicate with the school

• Check on your child’s attendance to be sure absences are not adding up.

• Seek help from school staff, other parents or community agencies if you need support.

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?"

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.

August 27- September 7th

• Tuesday, August 27
  • Girls Flag Football: LB Millikan (Away) - Varsity 3:15 PM, JV 4:15 PM
  • Girls Tennis: Whitney (Home) - Varsity 3:00 PM
  • Girls Tennis: Whitney (Away) - JV 3:00 PM
  • Girls Volleyball: Warren (Away) - F/S 3:15 PM, JV 4:30 PM, Varsity 4:30 PM
• Wednesday, August 28
  • Girls Flag Football: Bell Gardens (Home) - Varsity 6:00 PM
• Thursday, August 29
  • Football: Diamond Ranch (Home) - JV 3:15 PM
  • Girls Volleyball: Norwalk (Home) - F/S 3:15 PM, JV 4:15 PM, Varsity 5:15 PM
• Friday, August 30
  • Football: Diamond Ranch (Away) - Varsity 7:00 PM
  • Girls Tennis: Kennedy (Away) - Varsity 3:00 PM
  • Girls Tennis: Kennedy (Home) - JV 3:00 PM
• Saturday, August 31
  • Cross Country: Cerritos COW Invite (Away) - 7:00 AM
• Tuesday, September 3
  • Girls Flag Football: Whitney (Home) - Varsity 6:00 PM
  • Girls Tennis: Lakewood (Away) - Varsity 3:00 PM
  • Girls Tennis: Lakewood (Home) - JV 3:00 PM
  • Girls Volleyball: Valley Christian (Away) - F/S 4:00 PM, JV 5:00 PM, Varsity 6:00 PM
• Wednesday, September 4
  • Back to School Night: Mayfair - 5:00 PM
• Thursday, September 5
  • Football: Cypress (Away) - JV 3:15 PM
  • Girls Flag Football: St. Joseph's (Away) - Varsity 3:15 PM, JV 4:15 PM
• Friday, September 6
  • Football: Cypress (Away) - Varsity 7:00 PM
  • Girls Volleyball: Whittier Tournament - TBD
• Saturday, September 7
  • Girls Volleyball: Whittier Tournament - TBD
  • Girls Flag Football: Rams Jamboree (Away) - All Day (Varsity & JV)

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.

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Website: https://mayfairmonsoons.org

Location: 6000 Lakewood Ave., Lakewood, CA 90713

Phone: 562-925-9981