

Viking Vibes
Engage. Educate. Empower.
Volume 3 ~ Issue 34 ~ Week of May 4, 2025
💛 Message from the Principal 💛
This week is CAASPP State Testing Week at Mar Vista Academy! Students will be reviewing their test scores from the past three years in their History and World Cultures classes tomorrow, which will give them a chance to see how far they’ve come—and how much farther they can go. Our challenge to all students: try your best and aim to do even better than last year!
With four minimum days this week and no homework, projects, tests, or quizzes in any other classes, your one and only focus should be to give it your all on the state tests. We believe in you—don’t give up, and if you get stuck, make smart, educated guesses. Every question is a chance to show what you’ve learned. Let’s make some big gains on state testing this year, Vikings! At the end of the week, we will celebrate being done with testing with a Field Day...a game truck, obstacle courses, games, and the Splash of Gratitude activity, it will be a great way to end the week!! 🤗
Let's make it a great week, Vikings!! 💛
Take care,
Ms. Scott
8th Grade Behavior Warning
Starting April 28th, any 8th grader that gets in trouble for a suspendable offense (drugs/alcohol, fighting, bullying, instigating a fight), will lose the privilege of attending all 8th grade end of year activities, including the promotion ceremony. Parents, please have this serious conversation with your child as we would hate for them to miss out on these end of year activities and for you not to be able to see them walk across the stage and get their promotion certificate.
Minimum Days - Tuesday through Friday this week!
Just a friendly reminder to please make the necessary arrangements for next week's minimum days on Tuesday, May 6th, Wednesday, May 7th, Thursday, May 8th, and Friday, May 9th.
🍎 Thank you, MVA Teachers!! 🍎
This week, we raise our sails in honor of the fearless captains of our classrooms—our incredible teachers! With wisdom as their compass and passion as their wind, they guide our students through stormy seas and calm waters alike. They chart the course for learning, lead with heart, and anchor our school in excellence. As proud members of the Mar Vista Academy Viking crew, their strength, courage, and dedication never go unnoticed. Thank you to all our Viking teachers for navigating this noble voyage with us—Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
💦 Splash of Gratitude Fundraiser - Friday, May 9th!! 💦
Vikings, at the end of the testing week, during our Field Day, we will be hosting our Splash of Gratitude Fundraiser! You don't want to miss this opportunity to dump water on your MVA staff member of choice!! Stop by the ASB this week to buy your ticket!
Check out some pics below from last year's Splash of Gratitude!! 💦 Who do you want to splash this year?!?!
🎓 8th Grade Promotion - Save the Date - June 6th 🎓
Register for the 2025-2026 school year asap!!
🌟 VALOR'S CORNER 🌟
Check out these VALOR Activities during Testing Week!!
🏈 Boys Flag Football heads to the Championship!! 🏈
🌟 Upcoming Community Events & Announcements 🌟
IB Parks and Rec Programs this week!
Check out Teen Night on the Turf for some pick-up soccer games, join us for a Senior Getaway at the Jacobs Music Center, or sing along to some tunes at Karaoke for ages 50 and up.
Classes fill up quickly! 8-week and 4-week session classes begin next week on Monday, May 5th!
📲 Visit www.ibparksandrec.org to register for our classes and programs.
Don't miss out on the MVA 8th Grade Celebrations!!!
8th graders, you're almost to the finish line!! What better way to celebrate the end of your middle school career than to participate in MVA's 8th grade celebrations!! For only $25, you'll get the following:
- A cool Promoting Class of 2025 T-shirt!
- Final Friday Farewell Party on your last Friday of middle school!
- Belmont Park Field Trip the day before Promotion!
This package is available to all 8th grade Vikings who are eligible for Promotion! You don't want to miss out, so buy your ticket at ASB today!!
Attention 8th Graders: Options Middle College High School seeking students!
Options Middle College High School (OMCHS) is still actively seeking highly motivated rising 9th grade students to join our unique program—an exceptional opportunity to earn a high school diploma while simultaneously working toward or completing an AA Degree. Click the links below to apply!!
Sign up for Southwest High's Summer Bridge Program 2025
Hello future Raider families,
A big thank you to all the families who have registered for the Summer Bridge Program at Southwest High School, June 9th- June 20th. If you haven’t had a chance yet, there is still time to register, please note that spaces are limited and filling up quickly. We eagerly anticipate welcoming you on June 9th!
We’re excited to announce our upcoming Summer Bridge Program at Southwest High School for incoming 9th graders! 🎓
📅 Dates: June 9th – June 20th
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
During this engaging program, students will participate in four dynamic activities designed to prepare them for high school success. The stations include Fitness, STEM, SEL and Art. A few special highlights:
✅ A college visit to inspire future goals
✅ A YMCA Leadership Workshop to build confidence and skills
✅ A Four-Year Plan Workshop to map out their academic journey
✅ A SOH Senior-Led Panel offering insights and tips from current students
✨ Space is limited to the first 100 students who enroll—don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to prepare, learn, and get inspired!
We can’t wait to welcome our future Raiders! Please reach out to Eileen Grady-Romero if you have any questions.
Thank you,
Ms. Grady-Romero
San Diego County of Education Summer Camps
Hello Educational Community,
We invite you to share this exciting opportunity! The Linda Vista Innovation Center is thrilled to open its doors to students across San Diego County this summer, offering engaging Summer Camps. These camps will provide a curriculum that mirrors the outstanding academic programming available during the school year.
You can choose from the following camps:
- DRONE CAMP
- Elevate your summer with drone fun! This camp focuses on drone safety certification, featuring guest speakers from the industry and hands-on flying training.
- 3D PRINTING CAMP
- Spend the week using cutting-edge software and equipment to create real solutions for children and animals with accessibility needs.
- ESPORTS CAMP
- Embark on an exhilarating journey into the world of competitive gaming. This camp is perfect for students eager to enhance their gaming skills and explore new technologies.
For more information and to register, please use the following link. www.sdcoe.net/lvic-camp
Thank you,
Alicia Gallegos Butters, Ed.D.
Director, Educational Technology
Innovation Division
San Diego County Office of Education
(858) 298-2133
Keep our school safe!!
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Email: sasha.scott@sweetwaterschools.org
Website: mva.sweetwaterschools.org
Location: 1247 Thermal Avenue, San Diego, CA, USA
Phone: (619) 628-5100