Mountainside Weekly MAV EXPRESS

9th GRADE STUDY SESSIONS: GET READY FOR FINALS - All 9th grade students are invited to come study for tests, work on projects, ask questions, and get feedback on work. Teachers from Core subject areas and Spanish will be on hand to answer and provide help.

Bring your work and a good attitude. Snacks provided. (Transportation not provided.)

WHERE: MHS Library

WHEN: Tues. Jan. 14 & Thurs. Jan 16, before and after school

AM sessions run from 8-8:40 and PM sessions run from 3:45-4:30.

If you have any questions about this information or becoming involved at Mountainside, please do not hesitate to call our office at 503-356-3500.

Sincerely,

Natalie Labossiere

Principal

Monday, 1/13: Even Day - Mav Time

Tuesday, 1/14: Odd Day - Special Advisory Schedule

Wednesday, 1/15: Even Day - Mav Time

Thursday, 1/16: Odd Day

Friday, 1/17: NO SCHOOL

Weekly Challenge: Turn in any missing assignments or test makeups before Finals!

Event of the Week: Friday the 17th - Boys Basketball vs. Sunset @7pm

• Congratulations Boys Wrestling for beating Southridge!
  • Boys: Mountainside 47, Southridge 27
• Congratulations Boys Wrestling for their results at Newberg ‘Earl Gillis’ Duels!
  • 4th Place out of 8 Teams
    • Mountainside 42, McNary 33
  • Newberg “Earl Gillis” JV Champions:
    • Easton Steimer 113, Colton Russelle 157, Beau Cartwright 215
• Congratulations Girls Wrestling for their results at Lady Dragon!
  • 18th Place out of 44 Teams
    • 1st Place: Layla Morris 125
    • 3rd Place: Addison Burleigh 135
• Mountainside Ski Team competed in their first metro league race of the season at a Slalom event on Mt Hood Meadows. Both boys and girls varsity took 4th place!
  • Junior, Grace Imbrie placed 9th
  • Junior, Kaya Hillman placed 14th
  • Sophomore, Mark Kratyuk placed 10th
  • Sophomore, Jackson Morton placed 14th

• The name of the event “Stuff The Stables 2025”
• Some of Rowan’s favorite things and/or wish:
  • Rowan is a 3-year-old from Cornelius, and his wish is to go to DISNEY WORLD! He loves to play Mario Cart, crash monster truck toys, and loves superhero toys. Rowan wants to meet his favorite superheroes in person at Disney World! He is excited to see Hulk, Superman, Spiderman, and Batman!
  • His favorite color is blue! He’s excited to come to Mountainside High School and attend our assembly!
• Needs to be a one-color design (font will be white on a blue shirt)
• Design will be on the front side only (back is reserved for sponsors)
• Due by January 17th, 2025

• Make-A-Wish logo (newest logo to use here)
• Rowan’s name
• Basketball

The MHS BSU is holding a fundraiser! Order some merch and support our BSU club.

We have four options: a hoodie, a trucker hat, a unisex t-shirt, and a women's cut t-shirt.

The BSU students chose the logo image and the slogan- B.A.E. Black And Educated.

BSU will accept orders from 1/7/25-1/24/25, this will allow us to get merch delivered in February during Black History month. So scan the QR code and check out our merch soon. You can also access the order form here: BSU FUNDRAISER.

Thank you for supporting the MHS BSU club!

Join the Mountainside Lacrosse Team! Registration Now Open!

Ready to dive into one of the fastest-growing sports in the country? Become a part of the Mountainside Lacrosse Family today! No experience is needed – we’ll teach you everything you need to know to have a blast on the field.

📅 Preseason Practice Schedule:

● When: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

● Time: 7 PM - 9 PM

● Where: Conestoga Middle School

Hurry! Registration closes on February 9th. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!

👉 REGISTER HERE or visit us atwww.mountainsidelax.com.

Come join the fun, build new friendships, and be part of something amazing. Let’s make this season unforgettable!

Mountainside’s Got Talent Audition Sign Ups!

Our annual talent show, Mountainside’s Got Talent, is coming back next year! Sign ups to audition will begin February 28th and end March 17th. Auditions will take place after school on March 18th.

Go get your acts ready!

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

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

Late IB Exam Registration

If a student is still interested in testing but missed the first registration window, they can register late. Late fees (charged by IB) are $38 extra per exam between Nov 15 and Jan 14 and go up to $150 extra per exam between Jan 15 and April 1. Fees are in addition to the exam cost, which is $103 per exam. Students with F&R status must pay late fees if registering late as ODE only covers exam cost, not late charges. If your student wants to register for an exam, ask them to:

1. Email Ms. Khan (juveria_khan@beaverton.k12.or.us) about which exam(s) they want to take and set a time to fill out registration forms.

2. Pay for the exams/late fees through the bookkeeping office.

3. Submit proof of payment in order to be registered.

What is the format of IB Exams?
Internal Assessments (IAs) and External Assessments (EAs) are key components of the IB exams, designed to provide a comprehensive and balanced measure of a student’s skills and understanding. Internal Assessments are assignments completed by students during their course of study and graded by their teachers according to IB criteria. These assessments are tailored to the subject and may include essays, oral presentations, scientific investigations, or creative works. For example, students in English may analyze a literary work, while those in science conduct experiments. IAs are moderated by IB examiners to ensure consistency and fairness across schools worldwide. They account for a percentage of the final grade and provide an opportunity for students to demonstrate their abilities in a less exam-oriented environment and to engage more deeply with subject area content. External Assessments, on the other hand, are evaluated directly by IB examiners. These primarily consist of final exams taken at the end of the program in April and May, but may also include components like the Extended Essay and Theory of Knowledge essay (for full IB Diploma students). EAs are standardized, ensuring an objective measure of student performance across all IB schools. Together, IAs and EAs create a robust framework that encourages critical thinking, independent research, and a deep engagement with subject material.

For 12th grade students who are planning to pursue continuing education options after high school such as 2-Year College, 4-Year College or Professional/Technical programs, this is an important time to complete the forms that will help you receive money to help pay for your chosen path. Most continuing education programs will require the FAFSA or ORSAA form to consider students for any scholarships at their college or program; these forms are also the way to be considered for public grants, or loans.

Both the FAFSA and the ORSAA forms are open and available for students to use. Students only need to use one of these forms, whichever one is right for them, and it is recommended that students submit these forms by the end of January. Some colleges and professional programs may even have specific due dates for these forms that could be sooner than that.

Tips and Resources

• Check the websites for the colleges or programs you are applying to and make sure you know if they have a due date for the FAFSA/ORSAA forms.

• If you are not sure which form is right for you, consider reviewing the Oregon Student Aid website's FAFSA/ORSAA page: https://oregonstudentaid.gov/fafsa-orsaa/fafsaorsaa-information/

• Information about how to fill out the FAFSA Application can be found on the Federal Student Aid website: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

Nancy Ryles Family Dance Volunteers Needed for Feb. 7th!
It's that time of year! Family Dance is around the corner. Please sign up under the Mountainside Student Section; shifts are from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. And again, only sign up if you are approved through Raptor (see link below).

• If you are approved through Raptor, click here to sign-up to volunteer: https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/44481961
• Click here for flyer about volunteer opportunities at Nancy Ryles Elementary: https://nancyryles.my.canva.site/mhsvolunteers

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

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.

HOW TO SEE HOW MANY HOURS YOU HAVE OFFICIALLY RECORDED
Go to your Class of ____ page on Canvas and then go to GRADES.

EVENTS FOR THE WEEK OF JAN. 13th

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.

Have you “herd”??! Surprise your friends and family with a herd of Mountainside Mavs in their front yard! Use the link below to sign up and we will move the herd of Mavs (18 mascots + an announcement sign) to their front yard. $40 includes installation for a 24 hour period. We will do all the work! Be sure to follow us on social media to watch the fun unfold!

• Sign up here: https://checkout.square.site/buy/JS5LSNWEP7MREIE2LSK6YWQL

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/309762745481199/

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mhsgradnite/

Help us with Grad Night

Are you looking for ways to help us throw the BEST. NIGHT. EVER. for our senior class of 2025?! We now have an Amazon Wish List of items needed for raffle prizes. We could also use extra hands. Reach out if you’re interested in volunteering & check out our wish list linked below.

• Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/INSIMQC4OEKE

• For more information, visit: https://www.mountainsidepact.org/grad

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

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

• Email: mpactboard@mountainsidepact.org

• Mail: 12500 SW 175th Avenue, Beaverton, OR 97007

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.

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:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.

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

FRIDAY, 1/17: NO SCHOOL

MONDAY, 1/20: HOLIDAY - NO SCHOOL

TUESDAY, 1/21 - FRIDAY, 1/24 - Final Opportunity Week

FRIDAY, 1/24 - Principal's Coffee (In-Person)

MONDAY, 1/27 - GRADING DAY - NO SCHOOL

TUESDAY, 1/28 - Semester 2 Begins

Website: beaverton.k12.or.us/schools/mountainside
Location: 12500 SW 175th Ave, Beaverton, OR, United States

Phone: 503-356-3500

Main Office Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
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