Quetzal News

Dear Mistral Families,

I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to our ELAC team and our School Community Engagement Facilitators, Yesica and Ronald, for organizing a wonderful Hispanic Heritage Month art activity for our students. It was a joy to see our students creatively engaged, coloring flags and reflecting on inspiring quotes from prominent Hispanic figures. Be sure to check out the fantastic pictures on our Instagram and Facebook pages!

As we continue through October, we are emphasizing one of our core values at Mistral: Respect. It's essential that we nurture our students to be kind, caring, and respectful individuals who will grow to be positive contributors to society. I am always filled with pride when I hear from our middle schools about how respectful and kind our Mistral students are when they transition there.

In addition to celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, we will also be recognizing LGBTQ+ History Month. This is a wonderful opportunity for us to discuss the importance of inclusion and equity as we continue to embrace and celebrate the diversity within our Mistral community.

I would also like to give a warm welcome to Playna Gonzalez, who has joined our School Site Council team. I encourage all parents to participate in our meetings. Your involvement is vital as we work together to support our school and students.

Please remember that there will be no school for students next week on October 10 and 11, as our staff will be engaged in professional development. We will be focusing on the science of reading and diving deeper into our new Amplify curriculum to ensure that all of our students receive the best possible instruction.

Finally, keep an eye out for an invitation from your child’s teacher regarding conference week. We are looking forward to meeting with you and continuing to strengthen our partnership in support of your child’s success in this unique bilingual academic environment.

Wishing you a wonderful rest of the week!

Warm regards

Claudia Olaciregui, Principal

October 10

• Teacher Service Day - No school

October 11

• Recess Day - No School

October 16

• ELAC meeting at 8:15am at the solar panel tables

October 21-25

• Conference Week-Minimum Day Schedule

October 23

• Parent U-Raising resilient children @ 5pm in the MUR

November 11

• Veterans Day-No school

November 25-29

• Thanksgiving Recess

DISTRICT NEWS

The Board of Trustees will meet on Thursday, Oct. 3 at 6 p.m.

Some of the topics include:

• Resolution in Support of LGBTQ+ History Month

• 2024-2025 Budget Considerations and Update

• Mathematics Programming and Curriculum Adoption Process

• Budget Advisory Committee Process Status Update

• Vendor Approval Process

• Board Goals Update

For meeting details and agenda, please click here: https://www.mvwsd.org/trustees.

Superintendent's Community Check In on Friday, Oct. 4.

Please join us for our Community Check-In with Dr. Ayindé Rudolph on Friday, Oct. 4 at 3:30 p.m. Bring your questions. Spanish interpretation will be provided. Click here to register: http://mvw.sd/CC104

MVWSD Seeks Parents & Staff Members for Health & Wellness Committee

The Health & Wellness Committee is looking for parents and staff members for the 2024-25 school year! This committee aligns District efforts to support student wellness through health education, physical education and activity, health services, nutrition services, psychological and counseling services, and through promoting a safe and healthy school environment.

The Health and Wellness Committee will meet three times during the school year on Zoom, with the first meeting tentatively scheduled for November.

If you have experience, knowledge, or interest, please complete an application at: http://mvw.sd/health by October 11. If you have any questions, please contact Brian White, Health & Wellness Coordinator at bwhite@mvwsd.org.

Better Together: October

Families come in all shapes and sizes, each one a unique community bound by love, support, and shared experiences. This month #BetterTogether presents the topic “A family is a community”. October is also LGBTQ+ History Month. As we celebrate both of these together, we are reminded of the countless families that have fought for recognition and acceptance, paving the way for a more inclusive understanding of what family means. From single-parent households to multigenerational homes, from same-sex couples to chosen families within the LGBTQ+ community, each family contributes its own special thread to the vibrant tapestry of our society. For more information about Better Together, visit mvwsd.org/bettertogetherMVWSD.

Parent Involvement Board Policy

Families, thank you for your engagement and involvement with our schools. Our sustained partnership is a big part of our continuous improvement as a district. Per California Department of Education guidelines, here for your review is the most recently updated version of our Board Policy on Parent Involvement. Any questions should be directed to Geoff Chang, Director of Federal, State, and Strategic Programs (gchang@mvwsd.org).

MVEF has already raised over $300K! Help us reach our $1.2M goal by making your donation today.

Thanks to the incredible support of new and returning donors, corporate matching, and grants, MVEF has secured over 25% of this year’s $1.2M goal. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has contributed! As MVWSD prepares next year’s budget, hitting our fundraising target early gives us the confidence to maintain current programs and possibly introduce new initiatives.

Become an MVEF donor or renew your support for this school year by clicking here. You can even set up a monthly recurring donation. Every gift counts towards funding essential programs like art, music, environmental science, athletics, clubs, and smaller class sizes - both now and for the future!

FROM OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS

YMCA Hiring for MVWSD Afterschool Program

The YMCA is looking for enthusiastic individuals to support the MVWSD Afterschool Program. If you're passionate about working with students and creating fun, engaging afterschool experiences, this is a great opportunity! Apply today and make a difference in our school community: ymcasv.org/jobs.

Fixit Clinic: Oct. 5

Join us at the upcoming Fixit Clinic! Fixit Clinics are made possible through a partnership between the City of Mountain View and the Santa Clara County Recycling and Waste Reduction Commission. This free community-based workshop is staffed by volunteer Fixit Coaches that will collaborate and help you learn how to repair your broken items.

Saturday, October 5

11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Maker Nexus, 1330 Orleans Drive, Sunnyvale

Bring your electronic gadgets, appliances, computers, toys, sewing machines, bicycles, fabric items, and more for assessment, disassembly, and possible repair. Register for the October 5th Fixit Clinic using this form.

Walden West: Autumn Adventure 2024

Join the entire Walden West Community for an Autumn Adventure in the woods on Saturday, October 12 from 9am - 12 pm at Walden West! It is a great way for families to see Walden West if they have not been to science camp yet or to revisit their favorite spots if they have already attended. It will be fun for all ages with hiking, nature activities, garden time, food, music, and more! For tickets and ways to be involved, visit https://givebutter.com/wwf-autumn-adventure.