Saturday, January 21, 2017

Monarch Memo
January 23-27, 2017
WASC mtg. January 25, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. for all staff


The rainy weather has been more than we are typically used to. Many have opened their doors to students at break time so they may get out of the cold and wet weather.  Our facilities crew (Kristine, Manny and Steele) have strapped on their waterproof boots to clear out areas for potential flooding.  We appreciate all you do to keep students safe and a priority.   


The Freshmen Showcase is coming up on Wednesday, February 15, 2017 from 5:15 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  We would love as many departments, groups and clubs participating as possible.  Middle School students talk about these Showcase Nights with excitement and parents truly compare them. Potential students need to know we have so much to offer here at Monte Vista starting with a caring and supportive staff.    Please participate in this important evening. Please contact Rad to tell her that you are IN! We look forward to having you here.  


The WASC process officially begins this week. All staff members are expected to participate in ALL designated WASC meetings for the entire time.  Please plan accordingly and bring your laptop if you have one.  The majority of our documents are digital now which makes it easier for many to contribute to the collaboration and writing process.  Please remind your students that Wednesday is a minimum day.  
Everyone has been assigned to a WASC Focus group.  An email was sent last week to share everyone’s group assignment.  There is also a copy of the groups and assignments by the sign in sheet in the main office.  Please make sure you know what group you are in before attending the meeting on Wednesday afternoon in the gym. Thank you to our Focus Group Leaders and WASC Coordinator(s).


CHROMEBOOK INVENTORY message from Laura Preble
At the moment inventory is critically low. We have had a flood of new students, so our supply has not kept pace with the demand. Many are being repaired to be put back into service, but at the moment, I only have three working CBs to give out to students.


Please be aware of this, and understand that we will do our best to help students with damaged CBs, but I most likely will not be able to swap them out until we get more. (And FYI, we did know we started to run low two weeks ago, but were not able to procure any more CBs from the district at the moment.)


Classified Spring Workshop Menu  
Please review the options and sign up using the link:  bit.ly/guhsdpd  
Please call 644-8040 if you have any questions!  Thank you!


Please note the following:
1.  All workshops are voluntary and are offered during the work day
2.  Please check with your supervisor before attending
3.  At the end of the year, we will provide a summary of all workshops you attended.  
    This is a great resource to keep in case you want to apply for a different position in the future.
4.  For planning purposes, advance registration is required.  Registration link:   bit.ly/guhsdpd

Thank you to Laura Preble for inviting our student to listen to two lovely authors.  There was a nice turn out by our students.  

Pasta for Pennies is taking place now.  Thank you for reminding your student to give any amount they can to support the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Thanks ASB for coordinating.  


CHEER SHOWCASE

Photos courtesy of Brittany Wood. Way to go ladies.



The phone message sent home to parents on Sunday,  January 22, 2017


We have a few reminders for you this week.  Tomorrow (Monday, January 23)  between 8:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.  is the ASB sponsored Blood Drive. Students or family members can still make an appointment online at "sandiegobloodbank.org.  Remember permission slips are required for students 16 - 17 yrs old.  All donors will receive a coupon for a FREE Chipotle Burrito, Burrito Bowl, Salad or order of Tacos, courtesy of Chipotle.
Wednesday, January 25 is a minimum day due to accreditation meetings and there will not be the PRIDE after school program on that day.  Thank you for understanding.   
As part of of our accreditation process, we review feedback from our families.  The results from the California Healthy Kids survey is a great way to get your feedback so we can continue to make Monte Vista a safe and effective learning environment for your child.    The California Healthy Kids Survey is on the Monte Vista website in both Spanish and English only until February 17th.  Please complete this survey for us.  We appreciate your time and cooperation.  
Stay warm and dry and have a great week Monarchs.

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