Mountainside Weekly MAV EXPRESS
December 16, 2024
Happy December!
With Debbie Kurtz as the Mountainside lead, we are part of the NWRESD 9th Grade Success Network. With an overall goal/aim of the work our 9th-grade teachers are doing, the network established an aim that by June 2025, 90% of our region’s Black, Latinx, Native American, and Pacific Islander students, and those experiencing poverty would be “on track” to graduate after their 9th-grade year. We have great news to celebrate, our recent data shows that currently, 95% of our 9th graders during the 2023-2024 school are on track to graduate, with 93.8% of our Black, Latinx, Native American, and Pacific Islander students, and those experiencing poverty on track, this is a 7% growth from the previous year. This is excellent news, and I hope everyone is proud of our work in supporting 9th graders. Thank you to our staff, and a special thank you to all our 9th-grade teachers!
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
GET YOUR YEARBOOK BEFORE PRICE INCREASE!
The 2025 Yearbook is now on sale for $55. The price will go up to $65 on December 23. 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.
Announcement 2: 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!
Announcement 3: Gingerbread House Competition Starts NOW!
Hey MAVS! Our annual Gingerbread Competition starts this week and submissions will last until December 27th! Submissions will be accepted through this form - Gingerbread House Submission Form. We are asking you to submit two photos when you send your gingerbread house in. Please make sure for confirmation purposes, please make sure one of the photos is of both you and your gingerbread house. The second photo needs to be just your gingerbread house for voting purposes. Submissions will then close Friday, December 27th and voting will start shortly after so keep an eye out for that Google Form in your email and on our Instagram! We can’t wait to see what you all make! Go MAVS!
Announcement 4: STUFF THE STABLES T-SHIRT DESIGNS WANTED
We want students to design the shirts for Stuff the Stables! The winning t-shirt design will be featured as our shirt for the Stuff The Stables game and dance, and the winning designer will receive a free shirt getting them into the game for free and get a free dance and MGT ticket! Please email a digital version of your design using this file format: Vector art file or a .ai, a .eps or a high resolution .pdf file type to Mr. Reinholt at erik_reinholt@beaverton.k12.or.us by January 17th, 2025.
Your Design Must Include:
- 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
- Optional:
- Make-A-Wish logo (newest logo to use here)
- Rowan’s name
- Basketball
Announcement 5: Yuletide at Mountainside!
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
Announcement 6: Track and Field
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!!!
Announcement 7: Culinary Arts Holiday Cookie Sales
Hey Mavs! Culinary Arts 1 & 2 students are doing Holiday Cookie Sales this week! It is 4 dollars for one dozen mini assorted cookies, and 10 dollars for three dozen mini cookies. If you would like to purchase cookies, order forms and payment is due by December 17th! Deliveries will take place during your 6 and 8th period on December 20th. If you would like to support our program, here is the google form link to order your cookies and for more information: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1wLEVMk40y7L3VcD7MAFYjctc6klw3tRyFeA08-nnUz0/viewform?edit_requested=true
Announcement 8: Mountainside Lacrosse - Registration is open!
Did you know Mountainside has both men's and women's lacrosse teams? Lacrosse is one of the fastest growing sports in the country and it's really fun! Register to become part of the Mountainside Lacrosse Family today. No experience necessary. Preseason practices begin in early January. REGISTER HERE or find us at www.mountainsidelax.com!
Announcement 9: No Shave November Recap
Throughout the month of November, students and staff participated in No Shave November to raise awareness and raise money for prostate cancer research. Our leadership program donates $5 for every participant, totaling to $180 on top of the $90.38 raised at the Miracle Minute.
Congratulations to our staff participant Mr. Drath and our student participant Devin Martinez for getting the most votes for their No Shave transformation! Both will receive a No Shave November winner’s trophy and a cologne of their choice! Thank you to everyone who participated in No Shave November and donated. Thanks to your help, we raised $270.38 for the National Foundation for Cancer Research!
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
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.
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
GRAD NIGHT 2025
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
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
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