
Mountain View Weekly Update
December 18
Announcements& Updates
- Administration continues to receive regular reports of students not utilizing crosswalks and running across the street, particularly near Orchard and Park. Please remind your child to use crosswalks at all times.
- Several families have inquired about distributing holiday gifts to staff. Students/parents are welcome to drop off gifts at the Main office for distribution. As always, your generosity and thoughtfulness are appreciated!
- As holiday break approaches, Mrs. Austenberg and Mrs. Toth kindly remind parents to communicate any travel plans. Over the break, please reach out via email to inform of any changes to travel plans, and/or health concerns that may arise. Note that if over the holidays, any members of your household develop COVID-like symptoms, were tested, or are awaiting test results, all students must stay home. Again, please communicate with Mrs. Austenberg and Mrs. Toth via email (we will be checking daily!). Thank you in advance for helping to keep our school community safe and open for in-person learning in 2021.
- The Mendham Borough Home School Association wants you! Visit the HSA's new website at https://mendhamhsa.membershiptoolkit.com/home to become a member and purchase the 2020-2021 directory.
A note from Mrs. Lanka
I was talking with a parent this past week about how challenging it can be to talk with your child about difficult subjects (racism/hate crimes, violence, drugs, etc.). In the age of cell phones and social media with instant access to the latest news (with video) 24/hours a day, it's important to face this challenge head-on. Talking about the tough stuff with your kids helps them feel safer, strengthens your bond and helps them become critical thinkers. Whether your child asks you directly or you see that they are discussing weighty topics with peers when you check their cell phone, prepare yourself ahead of time with these tips from Common Sense Media on how to have meaningful conversation when it matters most.
Mark your calendar
- 12/24 - 1/3: Winter break
- 1/4: School reopens
Contact us
Email: toth@mendhamboroschools.org
Website: https://www.mendhamboro.org/o/mountain-view-middle-school
Location: 100 Dean Road, Mendham, NJ, USA
Phone: 973-543-7075
Twitter: @mendhamborosd