Eagle Newsletter

January Observances

• January 15: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day (No School)

Mesa Verde Events

• January 16: Constitutional Challenge Finals
• January 17: Make-up Photo Day (For Students who were Absent)
• January 22-26: Great Kindness Week
• January 24: Wear Purple Spirit Day
• January 25: MVMS Spelling Bee
• January 29: Professional Growth Day (No School)
• Every Friday: School Spirit Day! Wear Black, Purple, or Teal

Hi Eagles!

Want to join book club? Stop by the library to pick up your copy of The Gray!

Please see the flyer. If you have any questions, please ask Mrs. Ferguson in the library.

It's almost that time again! Our MVMS Schoolwide Spelling Bee will be held on Thursday, January 25th. Classroom spelling bees will be held before Friday, January 19th.

If you are interested, you can click here for resources to help prepare for the spelling bee. They

also can be found on the MVMS Library homepage or the MVMS Library Catalog.

ASES will be starting after school Volleyball. All interested students will need to complete a participation packet by Wednesday, January 17. All students must attend a mandatory skills assessment after school on Friday, Jan 19 from 3-4pm. Space is limited. Games and practices will be on Tuesdays/Thursdays after school.
Click here for the blank forms and online submission.

For more information, click here to go to our website.

The 8th grade Advanced Art class just finished an extra special mural in the MVMS gymnasium. It is in honor of Coach John O’Hagan, a longtime MVMS PE teacher who retired in 2018 and died in 2021. His wife and MVMS teachers shared memories and photos of Coach O’Hagan with the Advanced Art students. All the kids drew a design inspired by his life. The winning design, chosen by the Advanced Art students and the PE coaches, was by Sarah Stancheva. All the AA students helped paint it. It has camping and kayaking- two of John’s favorite things. It also has him hiking with his dog- the last thing John did before he passed. The quote “Love in Action” was used by his wife, Dorothy, at his memorial to encompass John’s desire to always help others.

This webinar series will provide information on the most common mental health challenges faced by youth and provide tips and tools for Parents and Caregivers.

The HOSA Chapter at Del Norte High School is organizing a Science Fair on February 26 from 8am-6pm which is open to

all K-12 students.

Sign up and register now!

Fee to participate: $10

The cold and flu season is especially difficult for families now with the triple threat of the influenza virus or flu, respiratory syncytial virus (better known as RSV), and COVID-19. Please see attached letter for more information.

Don't forget to stop by the office and pick up a Covid Test at the front desk for your student. PUSD will continue to work with local health officials to share helpful information. Thank you for your cooperation and support in helping us keep our students and staff healthy. Happy Holidays!

If there is a planned absence for five or more consecutive days, please contact the attendance clerk and all of your child's teachers 5 school days prior to the absence to set up a homework contract for the student. This allows the student to do the work that he or she would be doing if they were in class. (Note: OCIS contracts will not be made for medical absences; however, home tutors may be appropriate for some extended medical problems. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact Deb Nunez, MVMS Attendance Clerk, at dnunez@powayusd.com or 858-538-5478 ext. 3104 as soon as possible regarding home tutors. See Attendance Information

Don't forget to order your MVMS 2023-2024 yearbook!! Books are sold online only –

CLICK HERE to place your order. The last day to order your yearbook is Wednesday, January 24, 2024. Yearbooks are $45 and will be delivered at the beginning of June.

We do not always have extra yearbooks in our final shipment. The only way to guarantee your student receives a yearbook is to order before the January deadline.

Yearbooks sold in June are $55.

Please contact Shawn Tran with any questions (stran@powayusd.com).

As of October 2nd, bike permits are required for all bicycles, scooters, E-bikes and skateboards. If your student turned in the Permit Application and passed the online quiz, they should come into the front office to pick up their permit. MVMS will be conducting surprise Permit checks. We will be looking for permit# and names that match the bicycles, scooters, E-bikes and skateboards. Moving forward there will be consequences for bike permit violations.

​​1st offense: Warning

2nd offense: Student Conference, review of requirements with staff member/administrator and written reflection

3rd offense: Student Conference, parent contact, possible safety class participation (with SRO contact)

4th offense: Student / parent conference with possible loss of bike parking privileges

NOTE: The privilege of parking the bike/scooter/E-bike/skateboard may be suspended or revoked by administration if a student does not obey the above, or other reasonable safety rules and regulations.

Click here for more information on the bike permits including the application and online quiz.

All 6th grade classes will be going to camp from April 29th- May 3rd. Check out the letter below or click here.

Come out and join the newest club at MVMS which is focusing on fun and teaching kids how to play ultimate frisbee. The club will be coached by MVMS 6th grade teacher, Mr. Buckman and long-time PQ, Coach Ryan Thoma. The coaches are volunteering their time so there are no costs or fees to join.
The goal is to play once a week at 3pm on the MVMS campus. We will set up games against other teams in the future and share potential tournament opportunities as well.
If your child is interested in participating, then please click here to fill out this Google Form to be in the loop moving forward.

Quizbowl is a fast-paced Academic Trivia club, which competes in competitions against other schools across San Diego, and across the country similar to Jeopardy. Subjects range from history and fine arts, to science, literature, mythology, pop culture and even sports. We meet online via zoom meetings each Tuesday, from 4:30 to 5:30. No experience is required! Join the google classroom where more information is posted or contact wvhsqb@gmail.com.

Are you interested in after-school sports at Mesa Verde? Please complete the interest survey Link.

https://www.smore.com/rmwfe-school-counseling-quarterly

MVMS is currently hiring Instructional Aides and Noon Duty positions. If you would like to be a part of school community and are interested in part-time or full-time work at your child's school, please inquire at the district office in how you can join our team.

Click Here to IA position
Click Here to Noon Duty position

1. A Visitor is defined as an individual who, with school district authorization, attends a student performance, special event, festival, open house, back-to-school event, sports event, athletic competition, etc. A visitor may either be accompanied or unaccompanied by school district staff. Designated school district administrative personnel are to make this determination. A visitor is usually not required to sign a registry.

Example: Your school is being recognized for achievement and members of SDCOE are coming to watch students or your school is hosting a Jr. Olympic competition.

2. A Guest is defined as an individual who, with school district approval, assists students, schools, and teachers on a non-regular basis or who individually observes a classroom or activity. A guest may also assist with educational programs or with special events on an occasional or infrequent basis. A guest shall immediately report his or her presence at the school office or at the designated school location upon arrival at the school and sign a guest registry.

Example: Your school is hosting the book fair, a play where parents are coming to watch, or a teacher needs help in the classroom with a one- or two-day tie-dye t-shirt project for the jog-a-thon. A class is hosting a party or a fun run.

3. A Volunteer is defined as an individual who, with school district authorization, voluntarily assists school districts, schools, educational programs, or students on a regular and ongoing basis. A volunteer is required to complete a Volunteer Application and have a Megan’s Law Background Check or a State and/or Federal Background Check completed.

Example: A parent is assisting with a weekly and ongoing project such as the running club or Lego league. A grandparent is helping in music or art classes weekly. A field trip chaperone and/or driver (usually requires Level 1 and 2 applications).

If someone is coming to help in the class only one or two times, they are not considered volunteers therefore do not need to fill out a Level 1 application.

Click HERE for steps on becoming a volunteer and all paperwork is on the PUSD Website.

Get ready to join us for an unforgettable evening at the Foundation Spring Fling and Silent Auction on April 20, 2024! It's a night you won't want to miss, filled with fun, community, and the chance to bid on some fantastic items.
Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details. Click here to visit our website for updates and information.
Let's make this Spring Fling a night to remember! #SaveTheDate #SpringFling2024 #SilentAuction #CommunityEvent #MVMSFoundation

Please see the letter attached below to hear from MVMS PTSA President, Maha ElMeniawy.

Be sure to check out Mesa Verde PTSA and Mesa Verde Foundation to find out how families can support MVMS and how to get involved

Please keep your student home if they are sick and showing any signs of illness. Call the attendance hotline (858-538-5692) and leave a detailed message to excuse their absence. Don't forget to stop by the office and pick up a Covid Test at the front desk for your student. Thank you!

More Than A Meal is a program which can provide support to your family. Families who qualify for assistance may qualify for additional support including discounts on fees for SAT, ACT, AP tests, home internet costs, passes for public transportation, and application fees associated with colleges and universities. Please complete the online application or the paper application which can be obtained from the Front Office (only one application per family).

Click HERE for more information regarding:

• Reporting Absence Form
• Clearing Absences
• Off Campus Passes (Early Release)
• Tardies
  

Click HERE for more information regarding:

• Medication Procedures
• Mandatory Health Screenings
• Medical P.E. Exemption
• Immunization Information

Click HERE for 2023-2024 school calendar.

If you are unsure of who to contact about a matter, please email us at MVMS@powayusd.com and your message will be answered or forwarded to the correct person.

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