THE FORECAST News 9.5.25

Please read the newsletter carefully, as it may contain important information about upcoming school events. Any PDFs might have to be viewed on a computer, not on a phone.

Mayfair Middle/High School’s Back to School Night was a wonderful evening filled with community and connection, as families enjoyed a lively band performance, explored the Resource Fair with helpful information for students and parents, and visited classrooms to meet teachers and learn more about the school year ahead. We are grateful to our dedicated staff for their involvement and support in making the night such a success, and for helping to create a welcoming and engaging experience for all who attended.

Mayfair High School counselors have officially kicked off senior graduation checks and will continue meeting with all seniors one-on-one throughout September. These meetings are designed to ensure each student is on track to meet all graduation requirements. Parents, you can expect your senior to bring home their graduation check paperwork following their meeting. Please take the time to review and discuss the information with your student, sign the form, and return the yellow triplicate copy to their counselor as soon as possible. Thank you for your continued support!

Middle School Boys and Girls Intramural 2-Pitch (baseball and softball). Questions see Ms. Monteleone in room 331.

Mayfair administration is visiting history classes to share a presentation with students called Soons Expectations, highlighting the values and standards that guide our school community. This presentation gives students the opportunity to better understand what it means to be a Monsoon—focusing on respect, responsibility, and readiness for success. By reviewing these expectations together, administration and students strengthen the shared commitment to building a positive, supportive, and successful learning environment at Mayfair.

If your senior has not yet taken their senior portraits, please contact Classic Image as soon as possible to schedule an appointment.

Studio Information:
Classic Image
11050 Artesia Blvd, Suite G
Cerritos, CA 90703
(562) 865-3636

Thank you for helping us ensure every senior is included and celebrated!

Mayfair Middle/High School will be holding Picture Make-Ups on Thursday, October 2, 2025, in the cafeteria. Passes will be sent out for students who need to attend. This is only for students who have not yet taken their ID photos and for seniors who have not taken their senior portrait at Classic Image. Make sure to be ready on picture day so your photo can be included.

Get ready for an exciting day of competition at the Eye of the Storm Esports Tournament on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Mayfair Middle/High School at 6000 Woodruff Ave, Lakewood, CA! Open to all 6th grade & under, middle school, high school, and college students, this event features tournaments in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Street Fighter 6, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and Guilty Gear Strive. Doors open at 10:00 AM, with matches starting at 12:00 PM. Admission is just $7, and it’s $5 per bracket entry—don’t forget to bring your controller! Registration and payment close 15 minutes before each tournament, so arrive early and secure your spot for an action-packed day of esports fun.

Get ready for the trip of a lifetime! We’re beyond excited to announce our incredible field trip to Japan — happening April 1–10, 2026!

Trip Highlights :
Explore historic temples and sacred shrines
Dive into Japan’s trendiest fashion districts and vibrant city life
Discover the magic of DisneySea — a one-of-a-kind experience!
Stroll under breathtaking cherry blossoms during Sakura season
Learn to make authentic sushi
Participate in a traditional Matcha tea ceremony
Immerse yourself in the very best Japan has to offer!

Info Meeting:
Tuesday, September 16, 2025 | 6:00 PM | Room 108

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We’re excited to invite you to join us for a series of informal gatherings where you can connect directly with us, your Mayfair School Counselors. These meetings are a great opportunity for you to share your thoughts, ask questions, and gain valuable insights into your student’s educational experience. Each session will include a presentation on a topic relevant to your students' school experience, followed by time for open discussion. So, grab a cup of coffee, pull up a chair, and let’s work together to support our students.

Please save the dates: September 26, November 7, January 3, and April 17. We look forward to connecting with you!

We’re excited to invite families to our Coffee with the Counselors series at Mayfair Middle School! These sessions are a great way to connect with our counseling team while learning about important topics that support student success. This year’s topics include mental health and bullying prevention, visualizing success with goal-setting, and preparing for the transition to high school. We hope to see you there—coffee is on us!

The PSAT/NMSQT® (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) is given to 10th and 11th-grade students. As part of the SAT® Suite of Assessments, itʼs designed to help prepare students for the SAT, college, and careers. We are offering the test at Mayfair to students that sign up on Monday, October 27th. Students should arrive on campus at 8am and report to the admin 300 office for their room assignment. The test is $25 and students can purchase the test at the accounting window or online at the student store. 11th grade students that qualify for a fee waiver can see their counselor to get a fee waiver. For more information about the test, visit:

https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat-suite-assessments/psat-nmsqt-psat-10

This September, we’ve got something for everyone! Join us for lunchtime games at ASB Alley (between Rm 503 and the STEAM building) and enjoy Snack-time Rallys with music, school spirit, and mini-games!
Plus, don’t miss Counselors Minute Meeting, Coffee with the Counselors, School Play Auditions, Bowlero, and more! Whether games, laughs, or hanging with friends, September is the month to make memories at Mayfair Middle School. Let’s make it a September to Remember!
#SeptemberFun # SeptemberToRemember #LunchTimeAdventures #MayfairMiddleSchoolMagic

🎃👻 Get Ready for a Spook-tacular Halloween at Mayfair Middle/High School! 🎃👻
We're excited for a fun and frightfully good time, but don't forget — we still need to follow a few ghoulish guidelines to keep things safe and respectful!
Here's what to keep in mind for your costumes:

Keep it cool — no overly revealing or suggestive outfits!
Leave the see-through stuff and bare midriffs at home.
Sorry, no plastic swords or canes — let's keep the scares friendly!
Respect is key, so no culturally or racially insensitive costumes.
No full face masks, but you can cover your mouth and nose if it fits your spooky style!
Hats and wigs? Yes, please! They just have to be part of your costume.
Remember, skirts, shorts, and dresses should be fingertip length.
And, no sharp or pointed jewelry — safety first!
We can’t wait to see your creative, fun, and school-appropriate costumes! Let's make this Halloween one to remember! 🎉🕸️🦇

**Below is information regarding the High School Yearbook, not the Middle School Yearbook**

PRICE: $110

Option 1: Online from the Jostens Webstore

1. Go to Jostens.com/yearbooks

2. Click on ORDER YEARBOOK.

3. If a search bar appears asking you for your school, search for “Mayfair High School” and select it from the list.

4. You may then customize and order your yearbook.

Option 2: In person at the Mayfair Accounting Window

1. Bring cash, credit card, or check to the accounting window during school hours.

1. Please make checks payable to: Mayfair High School

If you have any questions please email the high school yearbook adviser Mr. Becker-Valle at RonaldBeckerValle@busd.k12.ca.us or visit him at Room 207.

Listed below are just a few important reminders (PLEASE READ):

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 2025-2026 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. Note: Students who have a "home" period, must leave campus by the end of lunch, and are not allowed to remain unsupervised. Please review your students schedule so that you are aware when they will be leaving campus early (prior to 3:35).

Students will not be allowed to have bikes, scooters or skateboards on campus. There are designated lock areas on the north and south ends of campus for students to securely store them during the school day. Riding and even walking them through campus presents a safety concern. Students are expected to pick up their belongings at the designated areas, and exit campus. Students are also required to walk their Bike, scooter or skateboard until they are completely off campus, which includes walkways and parking lots. Our goal is to insure safety for all students, we appreciate your support in upholding these expectations at home.

Please review the 2025/26 Mayfair Cell Phone Policy.

Dear Mayfair Families,
In the mornings and again in the afternoons, please avoid parking and waiting along the curb near the end of the allington street north parking lot by the 200 and 300 buildings (see area above). Our buses for students with special needs drop off and pick-up students along that location, so we ask that our mayfair families be courteous and move when buses arrive. Thank you.

This is a reminder that Mayfair has an upcoming holiday. We will not have school on Monday, November 10th and Tuesday, November 11th in observance of Veterans Day.

Parents are invited to join us at Mayfair Middle/High School for our upcoming English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) meeting! ELAC is a group made up of parents, staff, and community members who work together to support the success of English Learner students by giving input on programs, services, and school improvement efforts. This is a great opportunity to learn more, share your voice, and be actively involved in supporting our students’ education. Please see the flyer for full details—we look forward to seeing you there! The meeting will take place at 9am in Room 804. Check in at the front office.

Attention Mayfair seniors and families! We invite you to review important information about upcoming senior events, including celebrations, activities, and key deadlines that will help make this year memorable. Please take some time to look over the details so you don’t miss out on any opportunities to celebrate this exciting milestone.

Unfortunately, there is an epidemic that is happening in the United States among teens: vaping.

Using e-cigarettes, also known as vape pens, is a particularly worrisome trend within the United States among teens. Per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):

• The use of e-cigarettes is unsafe for kids, teens, and young adults.
• Most e-cigarettes contain nicotine. Nicotine is highly addictive and can harm adolescent brain development, which continues into the early to mid-20s.
• E-cigarettes can contain other harmful substances besides nicotine.

Some of the other risks of vape pens include:

• Some of the ingredients in e-cigarette aerosol could also be harmful to the lungs in the long-term. For example, some e-cigarette flavorings may be safe to eat but not to inhale because the gut can process more substances than the lungs.
• Defective e-cigarette batteries have caused some fires and explosions, a few of which have resulted in serious injuries.
• Children and adults have been poisoned by swallowing, breathing, or absorbing e-cigarette liquid through their skin or eyes. Nationally, approximately 50% of calls to poison control centers for e-cigarettes are for kids 5 years of age or younger.
• There has been an outbreak of lung injury associated with vaping products, including death.

What Can I Do to Prevent My Child from Using E-cigarettes or to Help Them Stop?

• Set a good example by being tobacco-free and ensure that your kid is not exposed to the secondhand emissions from any tobacco products, including e-cigarettes.
• If you use tobacco, it’s never too late to quit. For free help, visit smokefree.gov or call 1-800-QUIT-NOW.
• Talk to your child or teen about why e-cigarettes are harmful for them. It’s never too late.
• Get the Talk With Your Teen About E-cigarettes tip sheet for parents. Start the conversation early with children about why e-cigarettes are harmful for them.
• Let your child know that you want them to stay away from all tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, because they are not safe for them. Seek help and get involved.
• Set up an appointment with your child’s health care provider so that they can hear from a medical professional about the health risks of tobacco products, including e-cigarettes.
• Encourage your child to learn the facts and get tips for quitting tobacco products at Teen.smokefree.gov

Students caught with vape pens on campus do face consequences. To learn more about the dangers of vaping, please click here to visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website.

To learn more about National Hispanic Heritage Month, please click here to be redirected to the Hispanic Heritage Month government website. The website also has many articles, photographs, and depictions of the different cultures that fall under the term "Hispanic." For some people, terms such as Hispanic and Latino have become interchangeable. However, other people separate those two terms. For those interested in learning more about the difference between the terms Hispanic and Latino, please click here to be redirected to the Pew Research Center, which has a detailed article, titled "Who is Hispanic?" This article also provides data and information regarding the complexities surrounding terms such as Afro-Latinos, LatinX, and more. Regardless of these complexities, here are Mayfair Middle/High School, we celebrate and are proud of the cultural diversity of our community.

Show your college spirit every week by joining us for College Awareness Tuesdays at Mayfair Middle/High School! Students are encouraged to wear college gear or clothing each Tuesday to represent their favorite schools and promote a college-going culture on our campus. Let’s celebrate higher education and keep the Monsoon pride strong!

Mayfair Middle School 7th and 8th grade students are invited to enroll in the Think Together Afterschool Program for the 2025–2026 school year! This free program offers homework support, arts and enrichment, STEM education, sports and games, and more. It runs Monday through Friday, beginning August 18, 2025, through June 3, 2026. Parents must register students online through Thinktogether.org/enroll. Please note that completing the online form does not guarantee enrollment—confirmation will come from the site program manager. For more information, contact Think Together at 562-675-4599.

Parents…

ParentSquare: Did you know you can submit an Attendance Note?
It's as easy as 1…2…3! When you receive a notification from your child’s school that your child was absent, simply reply to the email or text with your response.

Helpful ParentSquare articles for parents can be found on our BUSD website under the resources section. https://www.busd.k12.ca.us/resources/parentsquare

Click below to download a PDF version of the Mayfair 2025-2026 Calendar and Bell Schedules.

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.

Use the blue button below to access information about Aeries Parent Portal, Paper Tutoring, and Meal & Nutrition Information

LA County Library’s 46th Annual Bookmark Contest will begin Sept 2nd and run through Oct 18th. The Bookmark Contest encourages a love of books and reading while also promoting creativity, artistic expression, and community engagement. We invite youth from Kindergarten through 12th Grade to design a bookmark and compete with others in their age category for a chance to see their bookmark design printed and distributed across LA County. For any questions, please contact: Megan Byrd,

Clifton M. Brakensiek Library

9945 E Flower St, Bellflower, CA 90706
P: 562.925.5543
E: mbyrd@library.lacounty.gov

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.

This program helps our PTA raise funds for the school by logging shopping and dining receipts from participating malls. We can win up to $10,000 for our school!

https://shopandlog.wufoo.com/forms/schoolcents

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?"

High School: Grades 9-12

A - Co: Ms. Walker

Cr - Ha: Ms. Montes

He - Me: Ms. McIntosh

Mi - Ro: Mr. Hairston

Ru - Z: Ms. Contreras

Early College: Ms. Ozier

Middle School: Grades 7-8

A- GOM: Ms. Yepiz

GON - OQ: Ms. Hernandez

OR - Z: Ms. Lopez

Together, we support ALL students at Mayfair Middle!

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.

Instagram/Twitter(x)/Facebook: @Mayfair_BUSD

Website: https://mayfairmonsoons.org

Location: 6000 Lakewood Ave., Lakewood, CA 90713

Phone: 562-925-9981