Viking Vibes

The Viking Spotlight is the part in my weekly newsletter used to highlight and celebrate our students and staff anytime we can! If you would like your child acknowledged for something they have accomplished, whether on campus or off-campus, please feel free to fill out this google form HERE. I look forward to celebrating our Vikings and all of the great things they are doing!

This week's Viking Spotlight goes out to Eva and Javier for going 5-3 at the California State VEX Robotics competition this past weekend in northern California! They worked hard and competed 3 days straight to earn 40th place out of 95 teams...great job, Eva and Javier...we are so proud of you!! 🤗 A special shoutout to Mrs. Trejo for her support to Eva and Javier, as well as the rest of the Robotics Team! She traveled up north this weekend with Eva and Javier and represented for MVA!! Thank you, Mrs. Trejo!

It's hard to believe, but we made it to the last week before Spring Break! That means there are only 4 weeks left in this grading period as the next Progress Report comes out on April 25th. Before you know it, this semester will be over and we'll be hosting the Promotion ceremony for 8th graders...wow!

Vikings, as we head into our much-needed two-week Spring Break, I encourage everyone to take this time to rest, recharge, and reconnect with family and friends. Step away from the screens—don’t let doom-scrolling on social media consume your break! Instead, get outside, enjoy the fresh air, and take in the beauty around you. Whether it’s a walk in the park, a bike ride, or just soaking up the sun, movement and nature are great ways to refresh your mind and body. And if you need to catch up on any schoolwork, set aside a little time to get it done so you can return feeling confident and ready to finish the school year strong. Enjoy your break, and we’ll see you soon!

Let's make it a great week, Vikings!! 💛

This past Saturday, our orchestra students performed at the SUHSD Stringfest!! It was great seeing them work together with other musicians across the district to put on a wonderful performance! Great job, Vikings! We are proud of you!!

Earlier this year, Ms. Eva Hinojosa, Math Education Specialist, was nominated by students and staff for the amazing job she does to support our students. Teachers then voted for the final winner, making Ms. Hinojosa's this year's Teacher of the Year!! We are so excited to honor her this Wednesday at the district's Teacher of the Year ceremony at Olympian High! We are so lucky to have you as a part of our MVA Staff, Ms. Hinojosa!!

Attention 7th Grade Vikings:

Are you interested in being a leader at MVA, planning events, and making school more fun for our Vikings? Join ASB! 2025-2026 ASB Applications open on Monday, March 17th.

As an ASB member, you are in charge of student activities, incentives, awards, representing the student body for school-wide input and decisions, and creating an overall positive and school-spirited climate and culture for MVA. Therefore, you will dedicate a lot of hard work, time, effort and responsibility. What we do as ASB will have a huge impact and effect on every student at MVA.

Here are the requirements for ASB members:

• A minimum of a 2.5 GPA in scholarship, with no D's or F’s in any class, and 3.0 GPA in citizenship with no D's or F's throughout their academic year.
• If you’ve been suspended this year (Fall 2024-now), you will also need to complete an additional form.
• Attendance is in good standing

Please note that being a part of ASB, you are a student that the administration, faculty, and staff will trust and expect to do the right thing. So please make sure that you are joining ASB, not for power and popularity, but to make a positive impact at MVA.

Here is a checklist of what is required to apply:

• Student and parent signatures (pick up at ASB window 4)
• ASB Application: https://bit.ly/3AIhTyX
• 2 References: https://bit.ly/ASBref2526
• 1 core subject teacher
• 1 teacher or other adult who knows you well (not a family member)
• Interview Monday, April 21st or Tuesday, April 22nd during the school day.
• Be available Friday, April 25th from 1:30-3:30pm for the mandatory hands-on interview

Stop by ASB Window 4 to pick up the parent/guardian signatures page.

If you have any questions, see Dr. Portaro at ASB after spring break.

The Sweetwater Union High School District is requesting the input of parents, students, classified staff, certified staff, and administrative staff in the goals and actions of the 2025-26 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP). We need your valuable feedback to evaluate our progress within the state’s priorities and to evaluate and create the 2025-26 LCAP. Please complete the survey below asap.

All students must complete Online Registration each year. The window to submit the yearly Online Registration opened on Monday, January 27, 2025. The sooner you get it done, the better! Click the button below that applies to you for more information on registration.

Congratulations to our boys volleyball team on their win this past Saturday! 🤗 Both of our girls volleyball teams put up a good fight, but fell short in their games. That's okay, we'll get them next week!! Unfortunately, our flag football games were cancelled last week due to the rain, so we're looking forward to seeing them up and running again this Saturday! Come out and support our Spring athletes!!

Good evening, 8th grade parents!

We invite you to join us on Monday, March 17, 2025, at 5:00 PM at the Mar Vista Academy Library to learn about the upcoming Options Middle College High School, launching in August 2025!

This incredible program offers students the chance to earn an Associate’s Degree while completing their high school diploma—opening doors to future success! Don’t miss this important session to explore how your student can benefit from this unique opportunity.

We look forward to seeing you there! 🎓✨

Moena Santee, Ed.S.
Principal
Options Secondary School and Associated Programs

Parents are invited to join an informative workshop this Thursday at 5:15pm in the MVA library on "How Money Works & Understanding your Tax Return". The goal of this presentation is to teach you important tools for financial planning and understanding your tax return so your money works for you!

Family Board Game Night

Thursday, March 27, 5:30-7:30 pm

$5 per family (includes dinner, ice cream and games)

Enjoy a night away from the kitchen playing games with your loved ones! All ages are invited.

Register: https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/Coronado/FamilyBoardGameNight25

We are excited to invite you to attend the upcoming Mental Health Youth Leadership Summit, an important event aimed at raising awareness about mental health and providing valuable resources to both students and parents. Please see flier below.

This summit will offer workshops and wellness activities that focus on fostering mental well-being, stress management, and resilience. It is a wonderful opportunity for students and parents to come together, learn from experts, and develop the tools necessary for maintaining mental and emotional health.

Event Details

• Location: Hilltop High School Gymnasium at 555 Claire Avenue, Chula Vista, 91910
• Date and Time: Wednesday, April 23, 2025, from 4:30 - 7:30 pm

Middle/High School Student, Parent and Staff Register Here: https://forms.gle/vExjkGRsV84ZmMcF6

Help our school be a safe place for you and your friends! If you have information on incidents surrounding bullying, vandalism, safety concerns, etc., report it anonymously to p3tips.com or use the app!

In an effort to help support our MVA students, we welcome any donations of school supplies and/or money. All funds would go directly to supporting our MVA students in the form of spirit shirts, celebrations, recognition awards, school supplies, and more. Checks can be made payable to Mar Vista Academy ASB and tax-deduction forms will be provided upon receipt. Any questions, please email Ms. Scott.

The mission of Mar Vista Academy is to engage, educate and empower each student to thrive in the global community.

• 2024-2025 Bell Schedule
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• 2024-2025 Daily Calendar

Please reach out with any questions, comments, or concerns!

The Sweetwater Union High School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person’s actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer Dr. Vernon Moore at 1130 Fifth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91911, (619) 691-5564, vernon.moore@sweetwaterschools.org; Title IX Coordinator Robert Hughes at 670 L Street, Suite G, Chula Vista, CA 91911, (619) 600-4900, robert.hughes@sweetwaterschools.org; and Section 504 Coordinator Sonia Picos at 1130 Fifth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91911, (619) 691-5564, sonia.picos@sweetwaterschools.org.

Email: sasha.scott@sweetwaterschools.org

Website: mva.sweetwaterschools.org

Location: 1247 Thermal Avenue, San Diego, CA, USA

Phone: (619) 628-5100