Block Schedule: AB - b - AB
Monday December 9, 3:45-5:15pm: Girls Soccer Tryouts
Tuesday December 10
- 9:15 - 10:00am: Coffee with the Principal
- 5:00-7:00: Art and Woodshop Showcase
Wednesday, December 11
- 9:30 - 11:00am: Prospective Family Tour
- 6:00pm: Winter Concert (Band)
- Round Table Pizza Fundraiser
Thursday December 12:
- 4:00 - 4:30pm: Advanced Band Performances at Montclair Holiday Stroll
- 6:00 pm: Winter Concert (Choir and Orchestra)
Friday December 13, 5:00 pm - 7:00pm: Montera Winter Dance
Tuesday December 17:
- 10:00am-1:00pm: Alameda County Flu and COVID Vaccine Clinic at Montera
- 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm: Montera OUSD High School Information Night (Virtual)
Wednesday December 18, 6:30 pm - 7:30pm: PTO Meeting - All Are Welcome
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
Art Show -Tuesday December 10
* Students are required to submit at least 1 artwork from their fall semester coursework for the exhibit.
* Students are not required to attend the art show, but should if they can make it.
* Students can earn up to 15 extra credit points for attending the exhibit (5 points), bringing a refreshment to share (5 points), and/or bringing a guest (who is not an art student -- 5 points).
More information here: Fall Semester Art Exhibit
MONTERA MUSIC: Band and Choir / Orchestra Concerts - IMPORTANT INFO
Band Concert: Wednesday, December 11th at 6pm (Montera MUR)
Choir/Orchestra Concert: Thursday, December 12th at 6pm (Montera MUR)
We are so excited for our music students to show you all the work they have been doing in class. This Wednesday and Thursday, we have two nights of concerts with the students required to come only on the night for their class. Band students will perform Wednesday, December 11th at 6pm in the MUR. Choir and String/Orchestra students will perform Thursday, December 12th at 6pm in the MUR. At both concerts, we are in desperate need of a few adult volunteers, including a critical piece to pick up pizza for the students to have dinner prior to the concert. Please visit the SignUpGenius to help out!
Students should arrive at 5:30pm dressed in all black clothing and mostly black shoes. No shorts, hoodies, or pants with rips or holes are allowed. If your child needs to stay after school, please have them bring their clothes the morning of the concert and they can drop them off in their teacher’s classroom.
Pizza will be served at 5:30pm for student musicians. If your child has a dietary restriction (gluten, vegan, vegetarian, etc.), please let Ms. Sho know so we can make sure to have enough food. Students are expected to stay the entire time of the concert which is usually no more than an hour (ending at 7pm or before).
The Winter and Spring Concerts are required and a part of the student’s grade. Any conflicts need to be communicated ahead of time so that we can plan accordingly. All Montera coaches are expected to release students in time to prepare for the concert as music is an academic class. Students with a valid reason for missing will be assigned an alternate assignment by request of parent/guardian only. Please reach out to Ms. Sho at holly.shogbesan@ousd.org with any questions (Mr. Bob with the band classes still doesn’t have an OUSD email address).
Our concerts cannot happen without the support of our families. I know you already do so much. If you are able to volunteer the night of the concert or donate towards food and drinks for our student musicians please follow this link and sign up. Thank you!
Montclair Holiday Stroll (Advanced Band)
Thursday, December 12th from 4-4:30pm
Montclair Village
Please enjoy the Montclair Holiday Stroll this Thursday from 4-8pm with your Montera Advanced Band playing from 4-4:30pm!
Details for the band members:
Performance will be near the Medau Place and Mountain Blvd intersection
Dress is not strict; festive/warm would be nice; pants not shorts; no clothes with rips or tears
Members can either ride the bus after the school to Montclair Village or have a parent pick up from school and drive them directly to the village.
We need one parent with a big vehicle (minivan-sized) to help with transportation of the drum set, big instruments, and music stands to and from Montera to the Montclair Village. They would meet at Montera in the front parking lot at around 3pm to load up all the equipment from the band room and return the equipment after the performance.
Winter Dance
Friday Evening, December 13, 5:00 - 7:00pm. Volunteers needed! Please sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090F4CACAD28A5FD0-45434420-2023#/
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 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
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!
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
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.
Tour Dates:
- Wed, 12/11/24 9:30 - 11 AM
- 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:
Soccer Tryouts: Please wear soccer / athletic gear, soccer cleats and shin guards. Bring a water bottle. Meet at the Montera Field.
- Girls Soccer Tryouts Continue: Monday 12/9 from 3:45-5:15pm
- Boys Basketball Tryouts TBD
- SEEKING BOYS AND GIRLS SOCCER COACHES - ASAP: If interested please contact AD Price: martin.price@ousd.org
- SEEKING BOYS BASKETBALL COACHES - ASAP If interested please contact AD Price: martin.price@ousd.org
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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