Good morning Mira Loma Families,

Our seventh week of school was highlighted by a group of students who had the opportunity to visit UC Davis on a College Field Trip on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. Students were joined by Mr. Bender, Mrs. Garzona, Mrs. Garwood, and Mrs. Parker. The event was well-attended and students enjoyed a wonderful experience at UC Davis. Thank you to our students and staff who attended!

In addition, our Mira Loma High School Speech and Debate Team received an award in late September from the National Speech and Debate Organization. The team has been officially designated a member of the 100 Club for the year 2024. This places us in the top of the nation’s most competitive teams for the second year in a row. Very proud of their work! Great job Speech and Debate Team and Mr. Stinson!

On Thursday evening of this week, I had the opportunity to watch our Girls Volleyball team in action against Marysville High School. Our girls did an excellent job competing in some very close matches and they represented Mira Loma High School well. Great job ladies!

Athletics as a whole are in full swing this week, with Cross Country, Girls Tennis, Girls Flag Football, Girls Volleyball, Football, Boys and Girls Water Polo, and Girls Golf all competing. Thank you to our student-athletes, coaches, and parents for your continued dedication and positive representation of Mira Loma High school. As our Fall Sports season continues, our Winter Sports season is quickly approaching. Please be sure to begin scheduling your sports physicals now to ensure that athletes are cleared in time for participation.

School safety has been a significant concern amongst students, families, and staff over the span of the last seven weeks. We appreciate all constituents who have contacted us. We value your communication and feedback. We encourage families to have discussions with your children about school safety and how to report if they have knowledge of a concern. Please see the yellow “Safety First” icon below for additional information about how to report a concern. We look forward to continuing our conversations about school safety and growing our partnerships with students and families, in an effort to keep our campus safe.

Please reference the addition of our Mira Loma Student Government Newsletter below for important information and upcoming events. In addition, our Lunchtime Intramurals are officially underway. If students are interested, please have them see Mr. Ashwell or Mr. Posner for more information about upcoming lunchtime activities.

Thank you for your partnership and dedication to Mira Loma High School and I wish you all a wonderful 3-day weekend!

Sincerely,

Kaden Bahner

Principal

Mira Loma High School

Go Matadors!

October 7-Picture Make Up Day

October 11-12-Fall Play (See Flier Below)

October 16-PTO Meeting @ 6:30pm, Science Building Flex Space

October 18-Homecoming Football Game @ Del Campo, 7:15pm

October 19-Homecoming Dance

October 19-District Family Matters Conference (See Flier Below)

October 21-MYP Awards Night

Exciting News for Matador Families!

The Mira Loma Counseling Department is hosting a Financial Aid Information Night on Wednesday, October 9th, at 6:00pm. This event will be held virtually, so you can join us from the comfort of your home!

We are thrilled to have AJ Ellis, Academic Coordinator from the Sacramento County Office of Education, as our guest presenter. He will guide seniors and their families through the financial aid process, providing valuable updates and tips on how to apply.

Don't miss this opportunity to get a head start on financial aid! We look forward to seeing you there!

Link to the meeting can be found below

Topic: Mira Loma (Financial Aid Night)

Time: Oct 9, 2024, 06:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting

https://sanjuan.zoom.us/j/89548521621?pwd=BpiJLwPHQrzbXu10EBlaDTxfLaoR7a.1

The Mira Loma site safety team will be reviewing procedures and is continuously working to ensure that the campus is safe for students, staff, and visitors.

Please be aware and mindful of your student's social media accounts. Remind your student to report anything concerning to a trusted staff member.

Please reach out if you have any questions.

Girls Flag Football-October 7 @ Mira Loma, 6:00pm

Girls Golf-October 8 @ Haggin Oaks

Girls Water Polo-October 8 @ Mira Loma, 5:00pm

Boys Water Polo-October 8 @ Mira Loma, 6:00pm

Girls Volleyball-October 8 @ Mira Loma, 5:30pm (JV) 6:30pm (V)

Girls Tennis-October 8 @ Mira Loma, 4:00pm

Girls Golf-October 10 @ Diamond Oaks

Girls Water Polo-October 10 @ Bear River, 7:00pm

Boys Water Polo-October 10 @ Bear River, 5:00pm (JV)

Girls Volleyball-October 10 @ Bear River, 5:30pm (JV) 6:30pm (V)

GIrls Tennis-October 10 @ Del Campo, 4:00pm

Football-October 11 @ Wheatland, 7:15pm

Hello Mira Loma Community,

The 8th Annual Flat SAC Invitational is the largest cross country meet in our region and a favorite race for teams as far away as Fresno and Reno. With over 4,000 athletes, coaches, spectators, and volunteers like you, it is the largest event hosted by Mira Loma. In 2023, a record 124 teams with over 2,200 runners raced at Gibson Ranch. The numbers are trending higher this year.

Your help is needed to construct the start and finish area, set the course, act as course monitors, direct vehicles for parking, and set up registration and volunteer tents. We need cyclists to lead and trail races and volunteers are needed to stuff race packets.

Enough volunteers are assigned so everyone can take breaks throughout the race day. Volunteers are not expected to work continuously. Most positions have natural breaks. Lunch will be provided for volunteers.

Please sign up to help. Your participation means so much to me, and the runners and coaches who attend.

Thank you for your support!

Coach Paul

Flat SAC Volunteer Sign-up

Donations Needed:

Our Tax ID number is: EIN: 68-034374. Donate here: https://miralomaibpo.square.site.

PTO Website:

Find out more at our new website:https://miralomahsparentgr.wixsite.com/main

To clear absences, please call 916-971-7459 or email miralomaabsence@sanjuan.edu.

When reporting absences/tardies, it is important to include your child's first and last name as well as their six-digit student ID number. This will help ensure accurate identification. Parents must clear absences within 5 school days. Absences not cleared within 5 school days will be recorded as a Cut.

Excused Tardies-Verified medical appointments, late bus, SARB, DMV (must provide a receipt) or illness are excusable reasons for tardies.

To request an early dismissal, please call 916-971-7459

Parent/Guardians must contact the Attendance Office at least 30 minutes prior to an early dismissal. Failure to do so may result in a long wait time. Dismissal slips are not sent to classrooms 30 minutes prior to the end of the school day. Early dismissals are not accepted via email or Parent Portal. Parent portal is for clearing full day absences.

Completing this form will help Mira Loma reach the goal of getting funds to support our students' academic achievement and provide free school meals. All families in San Juan Unified are asked to complete one School Funding Form per household by August 31.

The San Juan Unified food closet is located at the Central Enrollment Center (3700 Garfield Ave. in Carmichael) Room 14 and serves families who are in need of non-perishable food items.

Hours:
Open: Monday through Friday (8:30 am - 2:00 pm)
Closed on non-school days and holidays. Questions? Call (916) 979-8878.