Matador Weekly Update

Good afternoon Mira Loma Families,

Our thirteenth week of school was highlighted by multiple performances from Mira Loma High School students in the community!

On Saturday, 11/9/2024, our Dragon and Lion Dance Group had the honor of performing at the International Peace Festival held at Rancho Cordova City Hall. On Monday, 11/11/2024, the Dragon and Lion Dance Group was invited to join the Folsom Veteran Parade, where our students were thrilled to perform and bring vibrant energy to the event. It was a meaningful way to show our appreciation and respect for our veterans. On Wednesday, 11/13/2024, our Concert Choir and Big Steppas performed at the Sacramento Kings game. These events provided our students with valuable opportunities to engage with the community. Thank you to all of our performers for representing Mira Loma High School, and to our Dragon and Lion Dance Advisor, Bihyuan Yang, and Band and Choir Director, Mrs. Sonia Takanikos, for your leadership and hard work to make these performances a success!

On Wednesday morning of this week, our Senior students met in the cafeteria for our annual Fall Senior Forum Meeting! Seniors received information regarding Important Dates, Counseling Reminders and Updates, Reminders of Support Resources Available, Cap and Gown Information from Jostens for Graduation, a timeline of Senior Events and Activities, Expectations for Senior Attendance at School, and information regarding Senior Portraits. Thank you to all of our Seniors for attending, and to our students, counselors, and staff who presented information!

Additionally, on Wednesday morning of this week, we held our second Safety Team Meeting of 2024-25. Thank you to all who attended and shared your feedback and suggestions regarding school safety at Mira Loma High School. We encourage families to continue to have discussions with your children about school safety and how to report if they have knowledge of a concern. Please see the yellow “Safety First” icon below for additional information about how to report a concern. We look forward to continuing our conversations about school safety and growing our partnerships with students and families, in an effort to keep our campus safe.

Our Winter Sports season is upon us! I would like to take this opportunity to thank athletes, coaches, and parents for dedicating your time and energy to representing our school in a positive manner and we look forward to your partnership during the Winter Sports season. Your commitment and participation is much appreciated and valued! As competitions begin in the coming weeks, please consider attending and supporting our Winter Sports teams!

Please reference our Mira Loma Student Government Newsletter below for important information and upcoming events being organized by Student Government.

Thank you for your partnership and dedication to Mira Loma High School and I wish you all a wonderful weekend!

Sincerely,

Kaden Bahner

Principal

Mira Loma High School

Go Matadors!

November 15-No School

November 19-School Site Council Meeting, 3:45pm, Conference Room

November 20-PTO Meeting, 6:30pm, Science Building Flex Space

November 25-29-No School

21st Annual Mira Loma French Club Toy Drive

During this holiday season please contribute generously to the French Club 21st Annual Toy drive (Nov. 1st-Dec. 6th). Bring a new toy to the library or room D-7.

Merci! (Thanks!)

Mira Loma H.S. French Club

November is National Native American Heritage Month!

National Native American Heritage Month is celebrated each year in November. It's a time to celebrate all the traditions, languages and stories of Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and affiliated Island communities, while helping to ensure their rich histories and contributions continue to thrive with each passing generation. This November and every month, we celebrate the heritage and culture of these incredible Americans who deeply enrich the quality and character of our Nation.

You can learn more about this important month by visiting:

https://www.senate.gov/artandhistory/history/common/generic/American_Indian_Heritage_Month.htm

https://www.nativeamericanheritagemonth.gov/

Higher Heights Community Church is hosting a Turkey Giveaway drive-thru event for families and community in need. Registration is required and the supply is limited.

Registration is required with Higher Heights Community Church.

• Date: Sunday, November 24, 2024
• Time: 2:00pm – 4:00 pm
• Location: Higher Heights Community Church – 2230 Arden Way, Suite H, Sacramento, CA 95825

The San Juan Unified food closet is located at the Central Enrollment Center (3700 Garfield Ave. in Carmichael) Room 14 and serves families who are in need of non-perishable food items.

Hours:
Open: Monday through Friday (8:30 am - 2:00 pm)
Closed on non-school days and holidays. Questions? Call (916) 979-8878.

CalFresh (formerly known as Food Stamps), provides monthly food benefits to individuals and families with low-income.

The Sacramento Food Bank can help families with food, diapers, legal services and other community resources.

To clear absences, please call 916-971-7459 or email miralomaabsence@sanjuan.edu.

When reporting absences/tardies, it is important to include your child's first and last name as well as their six-digit student ID number. This will help ensure accurate identification. Parents must clear absences within 5 school days. Absences not cleared within 5 school days will be recorded as a Cut.

Excused Tardies-Verified medical appointments, late bus, SARB, DMV (must provide a receipt) or illness are excusable reasons for tardies.

To request an early dismissal, please call 916-971-7459

Parent/Guardians must contact the Attendance Office at least 30 minutes prior to an early dismissal. Failure to do so may result in a long wait time. Dismissal slips are not sent to classrooms 30 minutes prior to the end of the school day. Early dismissals are not accepted via email or Parent Portal. Parent portal is for clearing full day absences.

Donations Needed:

Our Tax ID number is: EIN: 68-034374. Donate here: https://miralomaibpo.square.site.

PTO Website:

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