The Weekly Update #4

Dear Mark Keppel High School Community,

As we begin a new school year and finish our first week, I want to extend a heartfelt welcome back to our students, families, staff, and community partners. I am deeply honored to continue serving as your principal and step into my second year with immense gratitude and excitement for what lies ahead.

Last year, we laid important groundwork together, and this year we will continue to build on that foundation—focusing intentionally on equity, inclusiveness, resiliency, and relationship building. These are not just values we aspire to—they are the cornerstones of a school culture where every student feels seen, supported, and empowered to thrive.

Our work together is a shared journey. I remain committed to strengthening our partnership with families and the extended community, because your involvement and collaboration are critical to our students’ success. When we come together with a common purpose, we create the conditions where every student can succeed—not just academically, but as confident, compassionate, and resilient individuals.

Thank you for your continued trust and support. I look forward to a year filled with growth, achievement, and connection.

With gratitude,

Alejandra Perez

Principal

Mark Keppel High School

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We are pleased to share that Congressmember Judy Chu is hosting her second annual Congressional Youth Advisory Council (CYAC)! It is open to any high school student residing or studying in California’s 28th Congressional District, and is an opportunity to highlight important issues facing our youth.

For the 2025-2026 academic school year, the deadline to apply is Monday, September 15, 2025.

For more information about the program and to submit the online application, please visit Congressmember Chu’s website at (https://chu.house.gov/congressional-youth-advisory-council).

Please let me know if you have any questions, thank you!

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We encourage all families to complete the Alternate Income Form (AIF). This form is essential for our school to receive Title 1 funding, and it also provides benefits for students who qualify—such as reducing the cost of an AP exam from $99 to $12. While all students receive free breakfast and lunch daily, submitting this form remains critically important.

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