Quetzal News

Dear Mistral Families,

We are incredibly proud of all the speeches delivered by our Student Council candidates. Each and every one of them demonstrated remarkable leadership and courage, serving as role models for our entire student body. I would like to recognize the hard work and dedication of the following candidates:

Ashley Corona, Andrea Cruz, Mila Holden, Logan Ishida, Adele Zuber, Sol Bunge, Dahiana Cornejo, Brielle Gallego, Phoebe Holevoet, Dora Visontai, Gwen Derouin, Jefferson Grande, Arleen Martinez, and Nora Stenberg.

After the election, we are pleased to announce the newly elected Student Council members:

• President: Logan Ishida
• Vice President: Dora Visontai
• Secretary: Jefferson Grande
• Treasurer: Nora Stenberg

Please join me in giving a big round of applause to all of our amazing student leaders!

I invite you to join me for Cafecito with Ms. O this Wednesday at 8:15 a.m. I look forward to connecting with our wonderful community, answering any questions, and discussing any concerns you may have about our school and students. We'll gather by the solar panel tables to enjoy some "café and pan dulce." I hope to see you there!

A friendly reminder: our school day begins promptly at 8:00 a.m., and entry gates are located at the front of the school. Please ensure that students arrive on time, as the gates will close at 8:01 a.m.

On October 2nd, we will be celebrating our two amazing custodians, Carmen and Francisco. If you see them around campus this week, please take a moment to thank them for all their hard work in keeping our school clean and welcoming for students, community, and staff. We truly appreciate all they do!

Lastly, this Wednesday is Picture Day! If you're available to help out, please sign up through Konstella. Thank you for your continued support in making our students' academic journey a successful one.

Warm regards,

Claudia Olaciregui, Principal

September 27

• Spirit Day - Crazy Hair

• Student Lifetouch Picture Day
• Cafecito with Ms. O at 8:15am

October 10

• Teacher Service Day - No school

October 11

• Recess Day - No School

October 16

• ELAC meeting at 8:15am at the solar panel tables

October 21-25

• Conference Week-Minimum Day Schedule

October 23

• Parent U-Raising resilient children @ 5pm in the MUR

DISTRICT NEWS

Share your ideas about social-emotional learning (SEL) for our students

Parents and staff members, please take a moment to complete a quick survey about social emotional learning by Sept. 30. Your thoughts will provide valuable insights into students' emotional well-being and development. Your feedback will help MVWSD and the SEL Curriculum Committee as they work to select curriculum and activities for students to better support students' social and emotional needs. Additionally, your ideas will be included in plans for how school counselors can support students. Click here for the SEL stakeholder survey .

Join us on our Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Journey

We are seeking applicants to join the MVWSD 2024-2025 SEL Curriculum Adoption Committee, where our focus will be Social Emotional Learning curriculum adoption. If you are interested in being a part of this moment in our SEL journey, please complete this application by September 27, 2024. Even if you might be unsure about participation, we encourage you to apply. By applying to the committee you will learn more about the commitment that will be asked of participants.

The SEL Curriculum Adoption Committee is seeking participants from all members of our District community, however it must be primarily composed of MVWSD teachers. We will meet up to 11 times this school year between October and April, including 3 Saturdays. The objective of this committee is to examine stakeholder input, SEL curriculum options, engage in a curriculum pilot, and make recommendation(s) to the Board of Trustees for adoption. Applying neither commits you, nor guarantees a seat on the committee. Following your application, you will be provided with next steps. Apply here: http://mvw.sd/SELCommittee

MVWSD Seeks Parents & Staff Members for Health & Wellness Committee

The Health & Wellness Committee is looking for parents and staff members for the 2024-25 school year! This committee aligns District efforts to support student wellness through health education, physical education and activity, health services, nutrition services, psychological and counseling services, and through promoting a safe and healthy school environment.

The Health and Wellness Committee will meet three times during the school year on Zoom, with the first meeting tentatively scheduled for November.

If you have experience, knowledge, or interest, please complete an application at: http://mvw.sd/health by October 11. If you have any questions, please contact Brian White, Health & Wellness Coordinator at bwhite@mvwsd.org.

Interested in volunteering with MVEF?

We're seeking volunteers for 2024-25 and beyond! MVEF, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, offers an opportunity to gain experience while connecting with local families who have similar interests and priorities.

Opportunities include:

1. School Representative: Represent MVEF at your school site’s events and activities

2. Event Planner: Help organize the Gala, Auction, and other events.

3. Board Member: Serve on the MVEF Board.

4. Special Skills: Have expertise in automation, data, law, design (visual, graphic, video, website) or more? We could use your help!

Please reach out to valerie@mvef.org to get involved.

MVEF is the local educational foundation that supports essential programs across MVWSD, with 80% of contributions from local families like you. Consider donating here.

FROM OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS

YMCA Hiring for MVWSD Afterschool Program

The YMCA is looking for enthusiastic individuals to support the MVWSD Afterschool Program. If you're passionate about working with students and creating fun, engaging afterschool experiences, this is a great opportunity! Apply today and make a difference in our school community: ymcasv.org/jobs.

Fixit Clinic: Oct. 5

Join us at the upcoming Fixit Clinic! Fixit Clinics are made possible through a partnership between the City of Mountain View and the Santa Clara County Recycling and Waste Reduction Commission. This free community-based workshop is staffed by volunteer Fixit Coaches that will collaborate and help you learn how to repair your broken items.

Saturday, October 5

11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Maker Nexus, 1330 Orleans Drive, Sunnyvale

Bring your electronic gadgets, appliances, computers, toys, sewing machines, bicycles, fabric items, and more for assessment, disassembly, and possible repair. Register for the October 5th Fixit Clinic using this form.

City Searching for Volunteers to Serve Community

Recruitment is open for upcoming vacancies on several City boards and committees that weigh in on a wide range of matters. The openings are on the Board of Library Trustees, Environmental Planning, Human Relations, and Parks and Recreation Commissions, and Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory, Downtown, Performing Arts, Senior Advisory, and Visual Arts Committees, and Public Safety Advisory Board. Find more information and the application form at MountainView.gov/Advisors. The link to the application is in each council advisory body webpage. Questions can be directed to the City Clerk’s Office at city.clerk@mountainview.gov or 650-903-6304. The deadline to apply is Nov. 8 at 5 p.m.

Affordable housing event: Oct 6

The Alto Housing, in partnership with the City of Mountain View, is working on the design of affordable family housing at 2320 W El Camino Real (The old Off Ramp bike shop) and wants your input. Please join them for an event on Wednesday, October 9 from 6 - 7:30pm at Eagle Park Apartments; 1701 West El Camino.

You may learn more about the project, and what affordable housing is and why it's important, and give input on aspects of the design. Please find more details in the flyer attached, or on the eventbrite registration page.