
Husky Nation Highlights
Community Newsletter - October 29, 2023

😅 NO SCHOOL - MON 10/30 or TUES 10/31 😎
Reminders and Updates 🎗️
- CROCS - Please send your child to school in supportive, safe footwear. Crocs are NOT allowed at school (see uniform standards) because they are not safe on the grass field, steps and various surfaces at school, especially during PE or play. If your child has a medical necessity for footwear, please contact the Health Office.
- DROP OFFS - Effective November 1st, the office will no longer accept drop-offs. Please ensure your child has everything they need in the morning (lunch, backpack, device, etc...). This will allow staff to maximize instructional time and reduce interruptions. Thank you for understanding.
- ABSENCES - Please provide an excuse for every absence. You can call the office or email our School Registrar Ms. Rebecca Rodriguez to provide an excuse for your child's absence.
Highlands Service Club (HSC) 💙
Monterey Highlands is fortunate to announce our very first service club is up and running. Thank you to Ms. Cheng and Ms. Kim for providing guidance and support to students as Club Advisers.
Students can complete community service in and out of school and work towards the CA Seal of Civic Engagement in 8th grade.
HSC Students help provide the mic to Town Hall guests
HSC Students work with PTA to prep and staff Spooky Bash booths
HSC Students volunteer at the Alhambra Pumpkin Run!!
Mr. McNeil's 5th Grade homeroom class is ready to present Issue #2 of the Pawsitive Press! This month's theme is Responsibility.
This month's editor is Alyssa Camargo. Great work on this newsletter, Alyssa!
Click here to read (and listen) to the newsletter!
✏️ PTA CORNER 🍎
Reflections Awards Night 11/9 at 6PM 🎤
PTA’s Reflection’s Awards Night is on November 9, starting at 6PM in the Cafetorium! Come celebrate a fabulous evening of the arts with this year's participants as we announce this year's winners.
Refreshments are served at the event, so please click HERE to RSVP if you plan to attend.
Awards and prizes will be distributed to the winners and participants. Hope to see you there!
Día de los Muertos 11/3 💀
PTA is celebrating Día de los Muertos! Día de Los Muertos is a vibrant and meaningful Mexican holiday celebrating the lives of the departed.
We will host an altar to honor the lives of those who have passed and will be offering crafts and activities for students to learn about Día de los Muertos. Our program aims to provide students with a culturally enriching experience that fosters an understanding of the traditions and significance of this celebration. Through hands-on activities, such as crafting papel picado (decorative paper), and learning about the history and symbolism of Día de los Muertos, we hope to inspire a deeper appreciation of this beautiful cultural event.
If interested in volunteering, please click here to volunteer!
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities 🤝
We are grateful for our volunteers. Here are some of our volunteer needs at this time:
Ongoing:
📒 ASB ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢
Mr. Calvin Ly, Adviser
The Associated Student Body (ASB) oversees all fundraising and school activities at Monterey Highlands. The ASB Cabinet meets weekly on Fridays to review activity and fundraising requests.
Useful ASB Information:
- Parents or teachers interested in creating a fundraiser can complete this Google Form Link. Approved fundraisers are listed on this Fundraising Calendar.
- Students are invited to submit artwork or videos showcasing a talent, hobby or interest. Student may use this link to upload an entry: http://bit.ly/Husky-Spotlight
- The ASB Cabinet produces our monthly Wonderful Wednesday assembly. November's theme is Act Responsibly featuring 2nd Grade! The video will debut next week!
Upcoming Fundraisers 💰
Benefitting the 8th Grade Class of 2024 Promotion Activities 🎓
- Marie Callender Pie Pre-Sale Fundraiser - November 1st through November 8th (8am)
- Apple, Cherry and Pumpkin pies = $20, Pecan pies = $22
- Pie pick-up will be Friday, November 17th at dismissal
- Cash and checks accepted, checks should be made out to Monterey Highlands ASB.
Club Corner ♟️
Highlands has a nice variety of clubs for students. Thank you to their awesome advisers for supporting these clubs!! Encourage your child to join a club:
Middle School (Gr 6-8)
- Highlands Service Club - Ms. Cheng/Ms. Kim - meets every other Tuesday at lunch in the Cafetorium
- Board Game Club - Ms. Kwan - meets every Thursday at lunch in Rm F-26
- Papel Picado Club - Mrs. Orozco - meets every Monday at lunch in Rm I-36
- Drama Club - Mrs. Nye/Ms. Miller - meets every Friday at lunch in Rm I-39
- PLUS Program - Ms. Chan/Mrs. Orozco - meets every Tuesday during UA in Rm I-36
Grades 4/5
- Chess Club - Ms. Adams - meets every other Friday during 4/5 Lunch in Rm I-40 (coming soon)
TUPE Student Advocates
Mr. McNeil (5th Grade, Rm E-19) has graciously agreed to be the adviser for this year's Tobacco Use Prevention Education (TUPE) Student Advocates. This program is open to all Middle School (Gr 6-8) students.
The club meets on Thursdays from 2:30-3:30 PM in Rm E-19 starting on 11/16/23. Students will be dismissed at Gate 1.
Interested students should connect with their homeroom teacher, who has a link to the TUPE Google Classroom.
Upcoming Dates 📆
- 10/30 and 10/31 - Pupil Free Days
- 10/31 - AUSD Food and Wellness Fair (in Cafetorium)
- 11/3 - PTA presents Día de los Muertos
- 11/3 - Fall Photo Makeups in Rm I-39 starting at 8am
- 11/8 - English Learner Advisory Council (ELAC) Meeting (in-person), time is TBD
- 11/9 - PTA Reflections Awards Ceremony
- 11/10 - VETERAN'S DAY (NO SCHOOL)
- 11/14 - Board of Education Meeting
- 11/16 - Safety Committee Meeting (Zoom) at 3pm
- 11/17 - Student of the Month (Theme = Act Responsibly) at 8am
- 11/17 - 4th Grade On-Site Field Trip Experience
- 11/20 to 11/24 - FALL BREAK (NO SCHOOL)
- 11/28 - Student Hearing Screening
- 11/29 - School Site Council Meeting (on Zoom) at 1:15pm
- 11/30 - 4th Grade On-Site Field Trip Experience
- 12/1 - PTA Popcorn Day to celebrate our Membership Drive
- 12/5 - Board of Education Meeting
- 12/6 - PTA Executive Board Meeting (Zoom)
- 12/13 - Winter Program (details to come)
- 12/14 to 12/15 - PTA Holiday Pop-Up Store
- 12/21 - Minimum Day
- 12/21 - Safety Committee Meeting (Zoom) at 3pm
- 12/22/23 to 1/7/24 - WINTER BREAK (NO SCHOOL)
Monterey Highlands School
📥 Email: highlands@ausd.us
🌐 Website: www.montereyhighlandselementary.org
📍 Location: 400 Casuda Canyon Drive, Monterey Park, CA, USA
📲 Phone: (626) 570-6220