The Bulldog Bulletin

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At MVHS, we are committed to fostering academic growth and language proficiency for all our students. By Spring 2025, in collaboration with families, students, and community agencies, we aim to significantly enhance our instructional practices. Through the purposeful integration of WIDA standards and a focus on speaking and writing, we will improve language proficiency for students served under the TBIP program. Our goal is to see a 20% increase in students achieving level 5 and 6 in both Speaking and Writing, building on our current baseline of 0%. This initiative underscores our dedication to supporting every student’s success in communication and language mastery.

See Bell Schedules here.

Monday, Sept. 30, Green Day

Tuesday, Oct. 1, White Day, Advisory Schedule

Wednesday, Oct. 2nd, NO SCHOOL

Thursday, Oct. 3, Green Day

Friday, Oct. 4, White Day

Football game away @ Snohomish High School, 7pm.

For more sporting events please click link https://mvhsbulldogs.com/events

As a diverse, inclusive, multicultural, and multilingual school, Mount Vernon High School wants to acknowledge as many cultural celebrations in our community as possible. A peaceful and productive society is dependent on both diversity and inclusion. Our Diversity Calendar can provide valuable opportunities to celebrate and embrace the richness of our differences. If you would like us to recognize an upcoming cultural celebration, don't hesitate to contact Dr. San Martin, the 9th-grade administrator, at gsanmartin@mvsd320.org.

Global Diversity Awareness Month: An awareness month to promote respect toward various cultures.

National Disability Employment Awareness Month: This awareness month aims to advocate for individuals with disabilities and their inclusion in the workforce.

National Bullying Prevention: A month-long observance to raise awareness and provide education about bullying and cyberbullying prevention.

Domestic Violence Awareness Month: This month acknowledges domestic violence survivors and advocates for the end of domestic violence.

Down Syndrome Awareness Month: This month celebrates the abilities of people with Down Syndrome.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Breast cancer is a leading cause of cancer deaths in women; this month seeks to boost awareness of the disease.

Filipino-American History Month

Italian American Heritage Month

National Polish American Heritage Month

October 1 – Defender of Ukraine Day: This day celebrates those who have fought for the freedom of Ukraine.

October 2-4 –Rosh Hashanah: This holiday is the start of the Jewish new year. It begins at sundown on Oct. 2 and is one day long, ending at sundown on Oct. 4.

October 10 – World Mental Health Day: A day that advocates for mental health awareness and education; on this day, you can support the efforts by reflecting on your own biases regarding mental health and advocating against social stigma related to it.

October 11 – Yom Kippur: Jewish day of atonement. The holiday is one day long and begins at sundown on Oct. 10 and ends at sundown on Oct. 11. The Jewish community will fast during that time to reflect on their actions and mistakes from the past year to make this new year a better one to be inscribed in the Jewish book of life.

October 11 – National Coming Out Day: An annual awareness day observed to support the LGBTQUIA+ in “coming out of the closet”.

October 14 – Indigenous People’s Day: This day honors the indigenous people of the United States; the holiday coincides with Columbus Day.

October 17 – Spirit Day: This day is aimed specifically at LGBTQ youth and what their community can do to support them. You can participate in this day by wearing purple and speaking out against bullying.

October 19 – World Humanitarian Action Day: This observed day calls for a mass global display of public support for humanitarian action and provides appreciation and respect to the martyrs of humanitarian causes.

October 16 – International Pronouns Day: This day seeks to provide education on personal pronouns to refer to them correctly.

October 27 – World OT Day: Launched in 2010 by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT), this day promotes and celebrates the profession internationally.

Migrantes Unidos MV Club is happening: We are having our first meeting on October 1, 2024, at 2:45 pm at the West Foyer. Come in and be part of our “Familia,” where you can make new friends, work on leadership activities, community hours, and love more and learn about our “cultura” and roots. If you have questions, contact Mrs. Paula pdesjarlais@mvsd320.org or stop by N103c. Nos vemos!

Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)

FCCLA stands for Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America. In this club we focus on community service projects that tie into our school and Mount Vernon communities with an emphasis on children and families. We partner with local agencies such as the Friendship House, Children of the Valley, and local retirement communities. Meetings are held on Monday’s after school in NM321 FIRST MEETING on Monday, September 30th @ 2:40 in CTE-1

Contact: Mrs. McColl, CTE-1, amccoll@mvsd320.org

MVHS Honeybee Project- We are lucky to have two honey bee hives on campus! They are located on the 3rd floor of New Main and students are welcome to help inspect the hives and participate in their regular maintenance every Thursday after school as long as the weather is cooperative. We have five full bee suits! A permission slip is available by the hives and should be dropped off with Mr. Engman in New Main 304. This is a good time to remind everyone that our school nurse needs to know about any life threatening allergy that students might have. These bees have been on campus for over a decade and do not tend to sting, but it is better to be safe than sorry.

BLOOD DRIVE-1st of the year on Friday, October 25th in the NM Foyer

*must be 16 and older to donate

EVERY PINT DONATED SAVES THREE LIVES

Sign up here: Blood Drive October 25th

Skagit County Teen Court

Teen Court is looking for new members! Anyone is welcome to join us at our after-school meetings on the first and third Thursdays of each month in NM207.

FAQS

1. What is Teen Court? Students serve as Advocates, Judge, and Jury in a real criminal case involving their peers, to determine the appropriate consequences for the offense, focusing on restorative justice principles. Juveniles coming into Teen Court have already admitted to committing the offense and agree to be bound by the recommendations of a jury of their peers.. Teen Court is a collaboration between Skagit County Superior Court, Office of Juvenile Court, the Prosecutor’s Office and Public Defender’s Office, and local high schools.

2. Why Teen Court? Participants learn about our court system, practice public speaking and oral advocacy, develop empathy, build mentoring relationships with local attorneys and judges, and develop friendships with students across Skagit County.

3. When/Where is Teen Court? Teen Court takes place at the Skagit County Superior Courthouse the 3rd Wednesday of every month, while school is in session, except for December. Doors open at 5:00. From 5-5:30 we have snacks, Student Advisory Board meets, and participants set up and do final preparations of their cases. Court is called to order at 5:30, for jury orientation, and is typically wrapped by 7:00PM. (exact time depends on the length of jury deliberations)

The National Honor Society will host the first meeting for all members on Thursday, October 3rd, at 2:40 pm in the auditorium. See Mrs. Wright in OM107 with any questions.

Bulldogs, are you interested in volunteering? Do you already volunteer? Need something to do in your free time but don't know what? Look no further than Varsity in Volunteering! Learn how to earn a varsity letter for volunteering 100 hours! See Mrs. Wright in OM107 for the google code to apply and to get a log to track your hours!

K-pop Club meetings have officially started, and we would like to invite you to join us on Mondays after school in OM 308. If you have any questions please come talk to Ms.Flores in person (OM310) or Email gflores@mvsd320.org.

Science and Earth Club! Did you know that MVHS now has a Science Olympiad Team?! We are currently accepting new members and signing up for the events for the competition this spring. If you are interested or curious in science, engineering, or inquiry, please come to the Science and Earth Club meetings on Tuesdays after school in NM305 or talk with Ms. Krueger or Ms. Mortimer in the science department. Some of the many events include: disease detectives, entomology, astronomy, dynamic planet, fossils, air trajectory, wind power, chemistry lab, forensics, electric vehicle, helicopter, robot tour, tower, codebusters, hovercraft, botany, agricultural science, protein modeling, and more! We would love for you to join us!

Skilled Trades club

SkillsUSA is the number 1 workforce development organization for students. We empower students to become skilled professionals, career-ready leaders, and responsible community members.

Any MVHS student involved in classes or pathways of any of the skilled trades is welcome and encouraged to attend a meeting.

Meets every Green Monday @ 2:45- 4pm in CTE-6

Mr Erickson: Advisor

Google Classroom code: prp2u23

Email: serickson@mvsd320.org

Seniors/Parents of Seniors:

Senior portraits are due on Friday, 11-1-2024. Please upload them via this link.

Please keep the following information in mind when submitting your senior photo:

• The photo must be cropped 2”x3” in portrait orientation.
• Absolutely no props (cars, pets, family members, sporting equipment, etc).
• Attire must follow the School Dress Code.
• Portraits are due 11-1-2024

Photos that do not meet the above requirements will be rejected and notified via their school email what changes need to be made. If a student fails to submit a senior portrait that meets the above requirements, their ASB photo will be used, if it is appropriate. If no appropriate photo is available, the student will not be pictured and only their name will be listed at the end of the senior section.

Seniors~ Join us for a College Information Night for Parents/Guardians on 10/9 at 6PM Food/Refreshments / 6:30 Presentations in English and Spanish. Flyer English/Flyer Spanish

Missing Assignment Mondays, is a 1-time per month dedicated for students in the 10th grade to come into the College and Career Center to complete missing work. During this time, students will get the opportunity to work on their missing assignments and enjoy a meal from their favorite restaurant.

Date: TBD Time: during students' lunchtime

Location: College and Career Center (9th and 10th side of CCC)

Objective: Provide students with a dedicated time and space to work on their missing assignments

How It Works:

1. Students will come to the College and Career Center during lunchtime.

2. They will sign in, receive lunch (WING STOP), and start working on their missing assignments.

3. At least 2 missing assignments are to be submitted during the event.

4. Advisors will be available to provide support and guidance.

Thank you,

Miss. Solis

CSF Early High School Advisor

The MVHS Counseling website provides resources and information to our students and families at MVHS.

Is your student taking a Dual Credit Course at MVHS (AP, College in the High School or CTE Dual Credit) If yes, please review the MVHS Dual Credit Website with information about all programs, including registration and deadlines.

The College and Career Center website is a great way to stay informed about all things related to college and career services at MVHS!

• The College and Career Center offers numerous field trips! View our Field Trips on our website! Don’t miss these great opportunities.
  

• College Representative Visits: Juniors and Seniors are invited to attend College Rep Visits in the MVHS College and Career Center 11/12. View the Rep Visits here and for more information visit CCC>Rep Visits.

• Seniors: College Thursday continues…Join us each Thursday during lunch to get assistance with your future plans!

• Seniors: Are you planning to attend WSU? If yes, please review the WSU Regent Scholarship Nomination Process (due October 17th). WSU Regent Scholarship Nomination Process.
  

• Seniors: Are you applying to University of Washington (deadline 11/15)? If yes, then join us in the College and Career Center on 10/1 during lunches to get support from our University of Washington representative.

• Seniors: Join us for a College Information Night for Parents/Guardians on 10/9 at 6PM Food/Refreshments / 6:30 Presentations in English and Spanish. Flyer English/Flyer Spanish
  

• Senior Parents: GEARUP and the College and Career Center emailed your unique Naviance Parent Code for you to view your student’s Naviance Account. In Naviance, you can view your students' transcript requests, search scholarships, research colleges and more.

College and Career Center: Job, Enrichment, Volunteer Opportunities

Interested in earning high school credit for working your job? Contact Mrs. Mustappa smustappa@mvsd320.og or your counselor to see if worksite learning is a good fit for you!

Athletic Office: 360-428-6191

Attendance Office: 360-428-6153

College & Career Center: 360-428-6256

Counseling Office: 360-428-6156

MVSD Student Health Services, 360-428-6151

Transportation: 360-428-6147

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NONDISCRIMINATION

The Mount Vernon School District does not discriminate in employment, programs, or activities on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the District's Title IX/Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Jon Ronngren, Director, 124 E. Lawrence Street, Mount Vernon, WA 98273 (360)428-6110; Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Clint Carlton, Executive Director/Student Support Services, 920 S. Second Street, Mount Vernon, WA 98273, (360)428-6141.