Mountainside Weekly MAV EXPRESS
December 9, 2024
MESSAGE FROM PRINCIPAL NATALIE LABOSSIERE
Happy December!
With only two weeks left before winter break, we are closing in on 2024! As the weather gets colder please remind students to take care of themselves, for our student drivers I want to send a quick reminder to drive carefully in the early morning.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to call our office at 503-356-3500.
SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK
Monday, 12/9: No School
Tuesday, 12/10: Even Day, Extended 7/8
Wednesday, 12/11: Odd Day, Hold Drill
Thursday, 12/12: Even Day, Advisory/MAV Time
Friday, 12/13: Odd Day
HOLD DRILL, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11th
We will be conducting our first Hold Drill of the year this Wednesday, December 11th at 2:15. There will be an announcement made that the school is in Hold and it will instruct students to return to classrooms and that teachers close their door. An announcement will be made at the conclusion of the drill. The drill will conclude once we determine all hallways are clear and doors are closed.
We may put the school in Hold if there is a reason that we do not want people in the hallways for various reasons. One reason could be a medical emergency that is occurring and we need the halls to be clear to transport a student.
CONGRATULATIONS TO MHS COACHES!!!
Congratulations to both Travis Schoonover (Girls' soccer) and Keanon Lowe (Football) for being selected as Metro League Coach of the Year. This is a huge accomplishment and thanks to both for all their hard work.
Coach Keanon Lowe was also named THE STATE Coach of the Year!!! Way to go!!!
MHS CHAPTER OF NATIONAL ENGLISH HONORS SOCIETY INDUCTS STUDENTS
On Friday, December 6th, the members of Carpe Librum (Mountainside’s own chapter of the National English Honors Society) were officially sworn in at their induction ceremony. Congratulations to the new members! The chapter’s mission is to promote mastery of written expression, encourage worthwhile reading, and foster fellowship among students who excel in English studies. If you’re interested in joining the chapter, please reach out to chapter president, Katie Westerlund (455792@bsd48.org), or any of the chapter’s advisors:
Mr. King (Dustin_King@beaverton.k12.or.us)
Ms. Di Marcello (Bianca_di_Marcello@beaverton.k12.or.us)
Ms. Kurtz (Deborah_Kurtz@beaverton.k12.or.us).
YULETIDE AT MOUNTAINSIDE, DECEMBER 17th & 18th TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
The MHS Band, Choir, and Theatre departments are thrilled to announce our fifth annual ‘Yuletide at Mountainside’! Join us for a musical holiday extravaganza featuring performances by our bands and choirs as well as a number of small student-led ensembles. Yuletide at Mountainside is a magical experience for our audience and we look forward to seeing you there! Performances will be in the MHS auditorium at 7pm on Tuesday, December 17th, and Wednesday, December 18th.
Back by popular demand - Cocoa, Cookies, and Carols Night: Wednesday’s ticket price includes admission to a pre-show gathering. The doors to the Commons will open at 6:15, where our guests will be treated to comforting cocoa, delicious cookies, and festive holiday carols before the main show starts. Please note that cookies & cocoa will be served from 6:15-6:45pm only!
Ordering tickets in advance is strongly advised, as we anticipate the possibility of sold-out performances. Tickets may be ordered HERE and are priced as follows:
Tuesday Prices:
- Premium Reserved Seating: $15 online or $20 at the door
- Regular Reserved Seating: $10 online or $15 at the door
Wednesday Prices (including pre-show Cookies, Carols, and Cocoa):
- Premium Reserved Seating: $20 online or $25 at the door
- Regular Reserved Seating: $15 online or $20 at the door
STUDENT HEALTH SURVEY (SHS) FOR 11th GRADE
Dear Parent/Guardians of MHS 11th Grade Students:
Our school is participating in the Student Health Survey (SHS), a survey sponsored by the Oregon Health Authority Public Health Division and the Oregon Department of Education. The survey asks about health risk behaviors of students in grades 6, 8 and 11. The survey will be conducted online in Junior Advisory classrooms on Thursday, 12/12/24 and includes questions about:
Student health and safety
Student mental and behavioral health
School climate and culture, and risk and protective factors
Taking the Student Health Survey poses minimal risk to your child, who may feel embarrassed or uncomfortable answering some of the questions. Survey procedures have been designed to protect your child's privacy and allow for anonymous participation. If your child is not comfortable answering a question, they can leave it blank. While we encourage all students to participate, the decision to participate is voluntary. You may opt to request a refusal for your child’s participation. Your child will have the chance to refuse at the time of the survey. There will be no action against you or your child if your child does not participate.
If you do not wish your child to take this survey, please email your child’s Advisory teacher. You need only contact the school if you do not wish your child to participate or have any questions.
Please see below for more information. You can review the survey document in the main office or at Beaverton School District website under Annual Survey before the survey date. The survey is also available on the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) Public Health Student Health Survey website for you to review before the survey date.
If you have other specific questions about the survey, please feel free to call Emily O'Quinn at (503) 356-3500.
STUDENT HEALTH SURVEY FACT SHEET
Q. What is the goal of the Student Health Survey?
A. The Student Health Survey (SHS) is a collaborative effort with the Oregon Department of Education to improve the health and well-being of all Oregon students. Good health is an essential educational tool. No curriculum can overcome a hungry stomach or distracted mind. Trauma, hunger, mental health challenges, bullying and lack of access to medical care make it difficult for Oregon youth to reach their full potential. Research shows that healthy students earn higher grades and test scores. They are also less likely to skip school, drop out or engage in risky behaviors. The Student Health Survey is the only source of statewide data that gives a snapshot of how students are doing physically, emotionally and socially to guide public health policy decisions.
Q: Will anyone know my child’s answers?
A.: No. Your child’s privacy (and yours) are protected. The SHS is an anonymous and confidential survey. It does not ask for any identifying information, and it is not possible to link survey responses to a particular student, parent or family.
Q: How can I see the questions you’re asking?
A: A copy of the questionnaires are available on the SHS website or at the school’s front office.
There are different questionnaires for 6th, 8th and 11th grade that contain age-appropriate questions. The SHS asks about topics that directly impact students’ health and well-being, including:
Support at school
Positive youth development
Emerging public health issues, such as climate change and social media use
Food insecurity, nutrition and exercise
Physical, emotional and mental health
Injury prevention
Sexual health relating to preventing unintended pregnancies and STIs
Substance use (e-cigarettes, tobacco, alcohol, marijuana and prescription drugs)
Demographics, including race, ethnicity and sexual and gender identity
Q: Does asking these questions encourage the behavior/put kids at risk?
A. No. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that there is no evidence that asking students about health risk behaviors encourages that behavior. Some of the questions may be considered sensitive. Questions are age-appropriate and presented in a straightforward and sensitive manner. Students can choose not to answer any question that may make them uncomfortable.
Q. What if I don’t want my child to participate?
A. We respect parents’ decisions and have made it easy to opt your child out of the survey. Contact your student’s Advisory teacher if you wish them to opt out. The school will make sure your child does not take the survey.
MHS WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS
NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR THE WEEK OF DECEMBER 9th to 13th
Weekly Challenge: Do an act of self-care!
Event of the Week: Thursday- Swim vs. Beaverton @Aloha Swim Center @ 3pm
Kudos:
- Congratulations Helen Elliot (9) and Tom Sava (12) for winning our Simon Says Competition last Friday! They won 5 packs of Top Ramen, a Rush Bowl gift card, and 25 spirit points for their grades! Be on the lookout for more competitions every Friday!
- Girls Varsity Basketball beat Liberty from Nevada!
- Girls JV and JV2 beat Centennial!
- Congratulations to Mountainside’s Wrestling team for their performances at the Jaguar Girls Invite and the Perry Burlison Invitational!
- Boys Varsity: 4th Place out of 20 Teams
- 1st Place: Isaac Conner 144
- 2nd Place: Brody Lybarger 132
- 3rd Place: Ethan Stock 150; Isiah Conner 175
- 5th Place: Jonas Stock 138
- 6th Place: Senna Russnogle 106; Evan Lybarger 126; Bennett Montplaisir 285
- Boys JV: 2nd Place out of 19 Teams
- 1st Place: Jace Thompson 106; Cody Telles 144; Colby Gadbois 175
- 4th Place: Deuce Reyes 138; Billy Mastripolito 150; John McKay 157;
- 5th Place: Jacob Alsup 126; Will McMillan 132;
- Girls Varsity: 4th Place out of 15 Teams
- 1st Place: Layla Morris 130
- 2nd Place: Natalie Kawaguchi 120
- 3rd Place: Addison Burleigh 140
- 5th Place: Hazel Rouse 115
- 6th Place: Aisha Siddiqui 115; Abby Noraddin 130; Isabelle Mills 145; Kennedy Burleigh 235
- 7th Place: Maggie Cole 155
- Congratulations to Mountainside’s Novice Wrestlers for their wins at the Sunset Novice Meet!
- Champions: Evan Meyer; Logan Taylor; Violet Baxter-Leseberg; Aisha Siddiqui
Announcement 1: Meet Rowan, our new Make-A-Wish Kid!
Rowan is a three year old from Cornelius. His favorite color is blue. He likes to play Mario Kart, crash monster truck toys and loves superhero toys. His wish is to go to the Walt Disney World Resort! Rowan wants to meet his favorite superheros in person with this wish. He is excited to see Hulk, Superman, Spiderman, and Batman!
We will be doing a lot of fundraising the next couple of months to raise $7500 again this year including miracle minutes, Stuff the Stables shirt sales, Winter Formal dance ticket sales, and Staff Dares incentives.
You can also contribute directly to our MHS Make-A-Wish website: http://site.wish.org/goto/Mountainside2425
Announcement 2: 2025 Winter Formal
After looking at your votes, the official title for our Winter Wishes dance will be Midnight in the Mountains. This dance will take place in the MHS Commons Saturday, Feb. 22nd. All profits will go towards our Make-A-Wish kid’s wish to make it come true. This is also a semi-formal dance, the same as Homecoming. Keep reading the Weekly Announcements for more updates soon!
Announcement 3: Holiday Sharing-Gifts are due THIS WEDNESDAY, December 11th
We still have 30 tags on the trees. Please consider grabbing one. PLEASE RETURN GIFTS BY THIS WEDNESDAY, 12/11. If you are unable to grab a tag but still would like to participate there is a donation link below. Thank you! To donate click here: Mountainside Holiday Sharing Donation Link
Announcement 4: Manes from Mavs on January 29th!
Attention Mavs! Our annual Manes from Mavs event is happening January 29th! We’ll be working with local hair stylists to donate hair to the non-profit Children With Hair Loss, an organization that uses donations to make wigs for children who have lost hair due to Cancer treatments, Alopecia, Burns, etc.
We are encouraging you to NOT CUT YOUR HAIR and SIGN UP to grow it out, and have it cut (at least 8 inches) to donate at the event! This event’s success depends solely on your participation, so please consider donating! Also, this event is not just for students, parents can sign up as well.
Sign-ups are from January 6th to the 16th, during both lunches in the SHUBOX. A parent consent form must be signed in order to participate. Thanks so much! To sign up early here is the Google form: Sign Up Here
Announcement 5: UNICEF’s Crafts For A Cause Service Hour!
Hey Mavs! This Tuesday, December 10, from 3:40-4:40, UNICEF will be holding our annual event Crafts For A Cause! Our event is an opportunity to serve the children in our community by making felt animal finger puppets. Snacks will be provided at the end of the event!
All of the puppets that are made during the event will be donated to With Love, a center for foster children. A service hour will be given to volunteers, so we encourage everyone to come join us at room 160 (the Leadership room)!
Announcement 6: Gingerbread House Competition Starts NEXT WEEK!
Hey MAVS! Our annual Gingerbread Competition starts next week and we ask for your participation by submitting photos of gingerbread houses you made this month! Submissions will open on December 16th and last until December 27th. After, the top 3 winners will be chosen through a public vote and win their own Burr Basket! You will still be able to submit your photos during Winter Break! To enter the competition, please email us a picture of you and your beautiful gingerbread house! If you don’t like the idea of potentially being posted, you are welcome to send a photo of just your gingerbread house. Submissions must be sent to 497768@bsd48.org. We can’t wait to see what you all make! Go MAVS!
Announcement 7: Mountainside’s Got Talent Sign Ups - Coming Soon!
Our school’s very own Mountainside’s Got Talent is back next year! Signups for auditions begin February 28th, so make sure you are preparing your acts. We’re so excited to host this show again and we can’t wait to see your talent!
Announcement 8: No Shave November Voting Form
Hey Mavs! No Shave November came to an end last week. Thank you to everyone that participated; either in our Miracle Minute on December 4th or was one of the students or teachers who participated in not shaving this month!
Because of you, we raised over $90 during our Miracle Minute! To vote for the best transformation, click this link! https://forms.gle/DQCB1iUFRvAiKqCH8.
The winning student and teacher will both be receiving a prize! Voting will end on December 13th. All proceeds from No Shave November will go to the National Foundation for Cancer Research.
REPEATED ANNOUNCEMENTS
Staff Dares Ideas for Make-a-Wish
Hey Mavs! We are getting ready for the Stuff the Stables and Make-a-Wish where we do Staff Dares to help raise money to grant another child’s wish. We are figuring out what these Staff Dares will be, so we want your help! If you have any ideas for a fun dare you want to see staff members to do, please enter it in this google form. Thank you, Mavs!
Monte’s Cafe
Just a friendly reminder, Monte’s Cafe is open every morning from 8:00 to 8:40. Stop by and get your favorite morning beverage. We have coffee, Red Bull, and much more. Monte's is located on the 2nd floor in the business wing.
YEARBOOK
Hey Mavs! Yearbook needs your help gathering some content. Please answer as many surveys as you can and include photos when that's requested. We do our best to cover as many students in the yearbook as possible, and this only happens when we hear from our students. Thank you!
- Concerts: Are you a concertgoer? We'd love to hear what shows you've been to and see pictures you've taken. Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/daAj8pPBf8EPWuJy9 to participate.
- Grade-Level Spotlights: This year, students from each grade level will be featured in the school portrait sections of the book. We're looking for students with interesting hobbies, stories, or that participate in a non-MHS sponsored sport or activity. We want to feature a diverse group, so please consider responding if this sounds like you.
- 9th grade: https://forms.gle/x5QTr8sKjzXUY6Ao6
- 10th grade: https://forms.gle/oWUhTTe4GLVy11xx9
- 11th grade: https://forms.gle/uUW1wE6MwduoyR3t8
Spirit Week Ideas Form!
Hey Mavs! We would love to hear any ideas that you have for spirit weeks this year! We want to make sure we get the student bodies feedback and get a list of the schools most wanted spirit day themes! Fill out the form below!
Spirit Week Day Ideas!
HOMECOMING PICS ARE HERE!
Make sure to thank Mr. Denham and Mrs. Hicks for doing our free photo booth! You can view and then download your pics by clicking here!
Student Spotlights Wanted!!
Nominate your friends and peers to get them posted on the MHS Instagram! We are looking for exceptional students who show off their skills inside and outside the classroom. Please fill this out to nominate someone to get Student Spotlight of the Week!!
Lunchtime Song Suggestion Form
Please enter any songs you want to be played during lunches!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSenTOKlYENFkjIg2kEgSs18S1wvMNWRDA3IOlvbHGg_v4xbPA/viewform
IB / MYP
CAREER & COUNSELING CENTER
REMINDER: STUDENTS NEED RAPTOR APPROVAL TO VOLUNTEER IN SCHOOLS
Plan ahead - ALL students must be approved through the new Raptor Volunteer system. If students are in need of service hours and want to volunteer in any Beaverton schools, they must complete this 5 minute application: Volunteer Application
REPORTING COMPLETED VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS
Helpful Reminder - Please know that all students must self-report their completed community service activities in order to receive school credit. Please use the online Google Community Service Reflection form located on the MHS Students Canvas Course Page.
For Example: You might sign up for a volunteer activity at an BSD Elementary School Fair, or a BSD Middle School Carnival by providing your name and student ID. This information is for that school's event coordinator. It is important for students to know that you still need to submit an MHS ~ online Google Community Service Reflection form in order to have the hours and activity applied to your MHS school record. Thank you and keep up the good work!
HOW TO SEE HOW MANY HOURS YOU HAVE OFFICIALLY RECORDED
Go to your Class of ____ page on Canvas and then go to GRADES.
FROM THE PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT
ATHLETICS
MHS SWIM TEAM PRACTICES ARE UNDERWAY!
We've been hard at work preparing for our first competition! Come and cheer us on as we face off against Beaverton HS! (Dec. 12th @ the Aloha swim Center, Meet starts at 3:00pm) If you are interested in joining the swim team, all levels of swimming are welcome, please register through the school's athletic dept. Directions for InTouch can be found here. GO MAVS!
2025 TRACK & FIELD PRE-SEASON WORKOUTS
Hey Mavs! Mountainside Track and Field is very excited to offer pre-season workouts as we approach the 2025 Track & Field Season! These workouts are open to any Mountainside students who are interested in joining the team. It is a great chance to meet your coaches, fellow student athletes, and prepare your body for the season. A calendar of the planned training sessions is available here.
Please note the following:
You must be registered and cleared for participation with the Athletic Office. This includes having a current physical. Registration is done electronically through InTouch
Directions for InTouch can be found here.
Physical Forms are available here.
If you have already participated in a Mountainside sport this school year, you still need to register for Track. Please refer to the InTouch direction above.
Mondays and Wednesdays are for running workouts. Distance and sprint coaches will be available to lead those workouts.
Tuesdays and Thursdays are in the Weight Room. These workouts will benefit ALL track student athletes.
Thursdays will also have additional track work for distance focused student athletes.
If you are currently participating in a Winter Sport, your commitment needs to stay with the Winter Sport; we will see you when the Spring Season starts!
Please reach out to Coach Gaffney with any questions!
john_gaffney@beaverton.k12.or.us
Go MAVS!!!
THIS WEEK'S ATHLETIC EVENTS
CLASS OF 2025 / SENIOR UPDATES
INFORMATION ABOUT PAYING FOR POST-HIGH SCHOOL OPTIONS
There are many post-high school educational options that students may choose to pursue, and the process of paying for those options can be complex. Our College and Career Readiness Counselor created a newsletter designed to help families learn about the resources available to help students pay for the various post-high school educational options, including financial aid and scholarships. This information can be helpful for all families and is especially designed to support 12th grade families who may be preparing to complete the FAFSA/ORSAA forms this winter. See below for a link to this informational newsletter and Go Mavs!
Link to newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/5p7kfx
The Class of 2025 Newsletter is live! You can find a recap of the senior meeting, information about Grad Night and details about ordering Graduation regalia from Jostens. Click the big button below to access the newsletter.
BUY A YEARBOOK!
The 2025 yearbook is now on sale for $55. Buy yours in person with the bookkeeper or via BSD online payment systems. If you want to personalize your yearbook (add name, icons) and/or buy yearbook accessories, you need to fill out this form. Books are pre selling fast, so buy one now before it's too late!
GRAD NIGHT 2025
Raise some money for Grad Night by dining out at the Washington Square Red Robin. Visit them in-person and show the flier to your server and 20% of sales will be donated back to Grad Night. You can also order online at RedRobin.com or using their mobile app and adding “Fundraisers (to-go only)” to your cart before you check out.
Date: Wednesday, December 11
Location: Red Robin 10100 SW WASHINGTON SQUARE RD. PORTLAND OR 97223
Flier: https://www.mountainsidepact.org/dine-out?lightbox=dataItem-lzw5b776__item-m19atf8a
Bottle Drop
The next Bottle Drop is coming up! Drive through the student parking lot with your recyclable cans & bottles and we will take care of the rest! All proceeds go towards a safe and sober Grad Night for our seniors, Class of 2025!
When: Sunday, December 15th, 11AM to 1PM
Where: MHS - curbside in the Student Parking Lot
Grad Night Tickets
Grad Night tickets are on sale now. All graduating seniors from Mountainside High School are invited to participate in this alcohol-free and drug-free party presented by MHS parents and volunteers. You will not want to miss the Best. Night. Ever! Purchase before 1/31/25 for the early bird special rate of only $65. Confidential scholarships are available - Reach out to your counselor to receive a special code.
For more information or to get your tickets, visit: www.mountainsidepact.org/grad
SENIOR YEARBOOK ENTRIES
Senior Photos & Quotes
Senior photos and quotes are due on Friday, December 20th, 2024. No exceptions. Class of 2025, in sticking with tradition, seniors are invited to submit a senior photo and a quote to be featured in this year’s yearbook. The photo does not have to be professionally taken and two quotes can be submitted for approval. Submit your senior photo and quotes here: https://tinyurl.com/PhotosQuotes2025
Please follow these photo and quote requirements:
Vertical portrait. No angled photos.
Head And shoulders only no horizontal poses.
Front-facing photos only.
Color only.
No selfies or photos pulled from social media accounts with obvious filters. We will not use these if they are submitted.
Indoor or outdoor background is okay.
Props are okay as long as the face is visible.
It is not required that a professional takes the photo, but the resolution of the photo needs to be at least 300 dpi (8000x8000 pixels MAX).
Make sure the photo is not blurry.
Make sure the photo is bright enough to clearly see your face.
Senior Quote Requirements:
- No inappropriate language or references.
- No emojis.
- No social media handles.
- Please submit two quotes just in case the first one doesn't fit our requirements.
Senior photos and quotes are due on Friday, December 20th, 2024. No exceptions.
Senior Ads
Senior ads are a great way to recognize your Class of 2024 senior! Ads usually feature a variety of photos and a congratulatory message. Starting in the fall, these can be purchased at www.jostensyearbooks.com
Senior ads prices:
⅛ page: $35
¼ page: $45
½ page: $60
1 full-page: $85
Senior ads sales will close on Friday, December 20th, 2024 at midnight. No exceptions.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact Mountainside’s Yearbook Advisor: kathryn_noah@beaverton.k12.or.us
Or, contact us on our Instagram or email:
Email: mhsmavsyearbook@gmail.com
Instagram: @mountainsideyearbook
MPACT (Mountainside Parent And Community Team)
THIS WEEK'S NEWS
Snack Drive
Join us in supporting MHS staff, Homework Club students, and Monte’s Closet by donating snacks! Pick up snack donations while you’re out running errands and drop them off in the Main Office. Or, you can order directly from our Amazon Wish List and have it delivered! Thank you for your help!
Date: Now through December 20th
Location: Mountainside main office
Amazon wish list: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/C5FQ63DLLQBI?ref_=wl_share
Help Needed for Recycling Event
MPACT is looking for someone to lead our yearly Recycling Event. This is an important fundraiser we hold each year in April. Are you able or interested in leading this event for us? Reach out and we can share more information and connect you with the right people. Thanks!
Email: MPACT.Giving@gmail.com
Join the MPACT Board
Mountainside's Parent and Community Team is recruiting for open Board positions. Take on a leadership role or shadow someone to take over the position next year. Whether you like to plan events or keep track of the budget, we have an opportunity for you! Email us for more information.
Email: mpact.president@gmail.com
ABOUT MPACT
MPACT is Mountainside’s Parent Teacher Organization, serving to enhance the Mountainside student learning experience, support school staff, and build community connections. MPACT’s work extends beyond the school budget to fulfill grant requests, award senior scholarships, promote staff appreciation, support student-centered programming, coordinate volunteerism, and much more! We need all the help we can get! Read on for more details on how to get involved.
MPACT General Meetings 2024-2025
MPACT holds bi-monthly General Meetings that offer a great opportunity to hear from the principal, ask questions, and get involved with the school community. For more information on meeting dates and times, follow us on Facebook or watch for updates in the Mav Express!
Make Your iMPACT!
VOLUNTEER: All new and existing volunteers must apply and consent to an Oregon criminal records check through Raptor, the new volunteer management system used by the Beaverton School District. For more information and to get the process started, visit this link: https://apps.raptortech.com/Apply/ODkwNTplbi1VUw==
DONATE: Your generous support helps to fund scholarships, activities, educational resources, enrichment opportunities, and more! MPACT is a registered charitable organization; donation tax receipts are available.
For PayPal and Square links, visit: https://www.mountainsidepact.org/write-a-check
In Person or By Mail: Write a check payable to “MPACT” and drop off at the office or mail to: MPACT, 12500 SW 175th Ave, Beaverton, OR 97007
Check with your employer! Some companies offer things like donations through payroll or match funds for donations or volunteer hours. For questions, contact: treasurer@mountainsidepact.org
SHOP: Make a purchase with purpose that gives back to MPACT!
MOUNTAINSIDE MERCHANDISE/SPIRIT STORE: Show your Mountainside pride with Mountainside Mavericks spirit gear! Visit our online store at: https://mountainside-merchandise.square.site/s/shop
DINING OUT! Throughout the year, MPACT partners with local restaurants for a delicious way to fundraise. Watch for announcements in the Maverick Express or visit our website for details: https://www.mountainsidepact.org/dine-out
Ways to Connect!
Website: https://www.mountainsidepact.org/
Facebook: Mountainside PACT
Instagram: mountainside_mpact
Mail: 12500 SW 175th Avenue, Beaverton, OR 97007
FROM THE DISTRICT
INCLEMENT WEATHER INFORMATION
When we experience inclement weather, school schedules can be affected — either by a delayed start, early release or school cancellation. The district makes decisions based on the ability of:
The district to operate school buses safely.
Students and parents/guardians to drive safely.
Students to walk to schools or bus stops safely.
Staff to get to work safely.
Decisions are made for the entire district. However, we encourage families to make transportation and attendance decisions for their children based on their own assessment of travel conditions at their locations.
School delays or closures are typically communicated by 5:30 a.m. For the latest information:
Check the district website. A page pop-up will be posted if there’s a change in school operations. You also can find inclement weather protocols and snow routes online.
Look for a notification on ParentSquare.
Follow us on the district’s Facebook and Instagram accounts.
Tune into media outlets for updates.
Thank you for your cooperation.
ADDRESSING CONCERNS WITH TEACHERS, COACHES, OR ADVISORS
REMINDER - QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS PROCESS
As we enter October, I want to review how students and parents might address questions or concerns with teachers, coaches, or advisors. Our district does have a protocol that allows teachers and coaches to respond to concerns first and enables them to clarify any misunderstandings or problems.
Steps to take:
- Please have your student address their concerns with the teacher/coach first. Our goal is for MHS students to become advocates for their education and experience. This is especially true of our juniors and seniors.
- If your student's concerns are not addressed how you would like, then we would ask the parent to contact the teacher/coach to discuss those concerns with the student/player.
- In most cases, the questions/concerns are handled at this point. If those concerns are not addressed, contacting the department administrator or Athletic Director, Bryan Sorenson is appropriate.
- Principal Natalie Labossiere - Athletics, Activities, Counseling, Social Worker, Visual Arts, IB/MYP Coordinator
- Assistant Principal Colby Neal – CTE, Social Studies, PE/Health, Resource, SLPs, School Psych
- Assistant Principal Juan Carlos Gomez - Math, Science, Performing Arts, ELL
- Assistant Principal Rebecca Bair - Specialized Programs, World Language, Language Arts, Success Seminar
If you have any further questions or need clarification on any of this information, please don't hesitate to call the main office at 503-356-3500. We're here to help.
CELLPHONE POLICY & EXPECTATIONS
HOW TO REPORT EXCUSED ABSENCES AND TARDIES
To report your student absent or tardy, please contact the attendance secretary by calling 503.356.3508 or emailing stephanie_marr@beaverton.k12.or.us. The online contact form on the MHS website is no longer accepted for reporting/excusing absences or tardies. For more information, please visit the Attendance page on the MHS website here. Parents/Guardians have 48 hours to excuse tardies and absences.
Attendance Helpful Hints
Checking a student out of school? Here are some tips to make it easy!
- Call or email attendance early in the day we will write a pass for your student to leave at the designated time.
- Students may pick up their pass before school, during passing periods or during lunch.
If students have any of the following classes, they often wander the school working on projects and are difficult to locate. Please call ahead so we can make sure they are excused at the right time!
- Digital Filmmaking
- Intro to Digital Filmmaking
- Photography
- If your student is being dismissed during a PE period, it can be difficult to locate them in a timely matter as they can be in different locations during the class period. Please call ahead, if possible!
REMEMBER! Students do not have access to their phones during class time, so calling/texting them will not help find them. Making sure they have a pass ahead of time will ensure they leave on time!
- Attendance Phone: (503) 356-3508
- Attendance Email: stephanie_marr@beaverton.k12.or.us
PARENT DROP OFF PLAN
Traffic during the beginning of a school year can be very busy as new parents and new student drivers learn our system. PLEASE BE PATIENT with one another. You can help by leaving the house early and following the directions below:
Adults who wish to drop off students in the morning, or pick students up in the afternoon, are asked to do so using the student parking lot entrance off of 175th Ave. Please stay in the outside lane as your car comes toward the school and continue to pull forward until you reach the drop-off area located by the exit doors of the auditorium. Pulling all the way forward is critical as those who stop and drop off short of the zone end up causing backups behind their car. This creates a safety hazard, as other cars will be coming in from the light and won't have a place to go. Within the first 100 yards of the entrance to the lot, there is a red curb fire lane. There is no stopping or parking in this zone. If cars are backed up to that area, please pull around and circle back through the parking lot. Reminder, this is the STUDENT PARKING lot. PLEASE DRIVE SLOW AND BE CAUTIOUS.
PLEASE DO NOT USE THE STAFF LOT for pick-up or drop-off. The Staff Lot is reserved for Staff and for school buses.
We appreciate your assistance in keeping our parking lot safe for our students and community.
IMPORTANT DATES
TUESDAY, 12/17 - WEDNESDAY, 12/18: Yuletide at Mountainside 7pm
FRIDAY, 12/20: Principal's Coffee (Virtual), 8:30 am
MONDAY, 12/23 - FRIDAY, 1/3 - Winter Break - NO SCHOOL
FRIDAY, 1/17: NO SCHOOL
MONDAY, 1/20: HOLIDAY - NO SCHOOL
TUESDAY, 1/21 - FRIDAY, 1/24 - Final Opportunity Week
MONDAY, 1/27 - GRADING DAY - NO SCHOOL
Mountainside High School
Website: beaverton.k12.or.us/schools/mountainside
Location: 12500 SW 175th Ave, Beaverton, OR, United States
Phone: 503-356-3500
Facebook: facebook.com/mountainsidehs
Twitter: @mountainsidehs
COUNSELOR ASSIGNMENTS
A – BR/AVID: Andrew Witt
BU-GO: Mary Monahan
GR-K: Kimi Ito
L-N: Kainoa Sandberg
O- SL: Jacy Jukkala
SM - Z: David Nelson
College & Career: Emily O'Quinn
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL ASSIGNMENTS
A - G: Colby Neal
H - N: Juan Carlos Gomez Giraldo
O - Z: Rebecca Bair