Principal’s Message:

Hello Golden Owls,

Saturday, March 1 is the first day of Women’s History Month. Additionally, next Saturday, March 8 is International’s Women’s Day. This date was first recognized by the United Nations in 1977 and serves to recognize women’s achievements. During class, teachers are making sure to emphasize and highlight the important contributions women have played in our history. Our librarian Mrs. O has selected books that discuss various influential women. These books will be prominently displayed for easy student access. Similar to our Black History Month Essay contest, we will be holding a contest for our students. More details will come in the next newsletter.

While we are doing some of this work at school, you can use this resource to support the discussion and learning at home. 

A few updates and reminders:

Morning Drop-Off 

The safety of our children is the single most important thing. If you are driving to school, the only acceptable place to drop your student off is in the drop-off lane at the front of the school. Please note that the drop-off lane is not the parking lot. Please DO NOT use the parking lot for dropping off students.  

While I know there is a long line, please exercise the utmost caution to keep all of our students safe.  A few tips to help with quicker drop off:

• Students should sit on the passenger side, so that they can exit quickly

• Students should have all their materials ready to go when they approach the lane. 

• Students should exit their vehicle quickly as possible, if they need assistance pull ALL the way to the front, so other cars can pull forward.

• Pull your car all the way up and don’t leave huge gaps in between cars

• Students can enter through any gates, please do not stop in the middle of the drop-off lane if there is empty space in front of you

• DO NOT  drop off in the parking lot. When students need to use the crosswalk, it slows down flow of traffic and causes congestion. 

Students are able to come on campus as early as 7:45am, if you are concerned about being late, please plan to arrive at school no later than 7:50am. This will allow you time to drop off your child and not be tardy. That being said, I would rather your child be 1-2 minutes tardy, than get into the bad habits that risk their and other students’ safety. 

Finally, I know it isn’t always possible, but If you are able to walk or bike to school, I highly encourage you to utilize this practice. The more students walk and bike, the fewer cars and the safer our roads. Many of our Vargas families walk and bike together in groups, please let me know if you would like to connect with some families so we can work together to make this happen. 

Report Cards Go Home, March 7, 2025

Second trimester report cards will be sent home by email Friday, March 7th. If you do not receive them or need help accessing the report card, please email us at [email protected]. If you have any questions about your child’s report card, please contact your child’s teacher.

Read-a-Thon, March 10-14

Mark your calendars for our Read-a-thon. The Read-a-thon will take place the week of March 10-14.

Next week, students will be sent home with a physical copy of the Read-a-Thon packet, Highlighted in the packet are how to log your minutes, reading goals for grade-levels, prizes, and special events that we will be doing during the Read-A-Thon including guests readers throughout the week, and a family reading night with special guest readings with our Vargas school staff. The Read-a-Thon is a wonderful way to get our students excited about reading, so I appreciate your support and partnership in making it a successful event. 

No School Friday, March 21st

Friday, March 21, 2025 is a professional work day for teachers. There is no school for students. 

Open House, March 27th

Please mark your calendars. We will have an in person Open House on March 27, 2025 from 6:00-7:00 PM. Open House will be a chance for you to celebrate all the hard work your child has done over the past year!

In Partnership, 

Principal Vern Taylor

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Events Calendar

February 2025

 

March 

 

April 

 

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In this Newsletter

School News:

Golden Ticket Winners

Lifetouch Spring Pictures

Students Not Returning for 2025-2026 School Year

Volunteers Needed CSMA Art Show

Mountain View’s Bookmobile

 

Flyers:

2024 -2025 School Year Calendar - Here

2025-2026 School Year Calendar - Here

February Menu - Here

District News:

Better Together: February

MVWSD Preschool Program: Apply now for August

MVEF SPRING GALA - JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OF CELEBRATION!

MVEF IS SEEKING NEW BOARD MEMBERS AND SCHOOL REPRESENTATIVES

 

PTA News:

Upcoming Events

2025-26 PTA Board Elections

Winter Afterschool Enrichment Classes (Starting January 2025)

 

Community Partners:

College, Career, Civic Engagement, and Volunteer Opportunities for Teens - Flyer

Spartans Sports Camp Registration - Flyer

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School News

 

Golden Ticket Winners February 13, 2025

Monty K.     RM: 1        Aiden D.        RM: 12  

Celine J.       RM: 2        Celeste R.      RM: 13

Daria D.       RM: 3        Adrian F.        RM: 14

Vivienne P.   RM: 4        Estrella G .     RM: 15 

Xzavier R.    RM: 4        Caralena D.    RM: 16 

Stepan B.      RM: 6        Abel R.           RM: 17 

Danylo G.     RM: 8        Grant V.B.      RM: 18 

Misael H.      RM: 9        Mrs. Dux        RM: 1

Raul V.          RM: 10      Mr. Yerkes      RM: 12

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Lifetouch Spring Pictures

Spring pictures are coming up on Friday, March 14th. Picture forms coming home this week. 

Orders can be placed online:

Website: mylifetouch.com

Picture ID: EVTHDQMZN

Students Not Returning for 2025-2026 School Year

If you plan on moving during the summer or know your child will not return to our school or the District for the 2025-2026 school year, please email our school secretary Ms. Antunez at [email protected].

 

Volunteers Needed CSMA Art Show

Art Show volunteers play a crucial role in making this event a success and provide a great opportunity for those available for just one or two days of volunteering. If you're interested in helping out, please complete the Art Show Volunteer Form.

 

Mountain View’s Bookmobile

Mountain View Public Library’s bookmobile will visit Vargas on Wednesday, March 12, at 2:30pm on the blacktop.  The new bookmobile operates fully on electricity and will be recognizable with the eye-catching City colors and library logos. Come check it out!

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District News

 

Better Together: February

Black History Month provides MVWSD with a meaningful opportunity to celebrate the rich contributions and achievements of African Americans while fostering a deeper sense of community among our students, staff, and families. By learning about influential Black leaders, innovators, and community helpers - from local civil rights activists to Black educators, doctors, and entrepreneurs who shaped our neighborhood - students develop a broader understanding of how diverse voices and experiences have strengthened our community. Last week, the Board of Trustees passed a resolution honoring February as Black History Month. For more information about Better Together, visit mvwsd.org/BetterTogetherMVWSD.

 

MVWSD Preschool Program: Apply now for August

Explore our flexible, low-cost and convenient options for all families in our high-quality preschool program. Preschool offers affordable tuition and an 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. class, in addition to extended/full-day class until 3 p.m. and part-day (3 hour) classes.

 

Our preschool offers age-appropriate early math, language, literacy and science inquiry instruction, as well as social-emotional development. Children who will be 3- or 4-years old are eligible (Minimum age: 3 years old by December 1, 2025. Maximum age: 5 years old on or before Sept. 1, 2025.)

 

Preschool is currently located near Castro/Mistral Elementary Schools (1850 Latham St.) and Theuerkauf Elementary (1625 San Luis Ave.)

 

For more info go to www.mvwsd.org/preschool or call 650-526-3560.

 

MVEF SPRING GALA - JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OF CELEBRATION!

Saturday, April 26, 2025 | 06:00-10:00 pm | Los Altos Community Center

 

This year, we are celebrating a big milestone - 40 years of MVEF - A Celebration of Eras! Empowering Students from Gen X to Gen Alpha. 

Over the past 40 years, MVEF has made a lasting impact by collecting over $20M of funds, and we are excited to celebrate this milestone while continuing to provide vital resources for our local schools and students.

This lively community building event includes dinner, silent and live auctions, DJ, raffle and student performances! 

MAKE OUR GALA A SUCCESS - DONATE TO OUR AUCTIONS!

Support our biggest fundraiser by donating an item or experience to our silent and live auctions! Your contribution funds vital resources for all MVWSD students. From vacation stays to gift certificates, unique experiences, or special items, every donation makes a difference. Plus, you'll gain valuable recognition. Thank you for your support!

Great auction donations include:

• Vacation home stays

• Themed party experiences for adults or kids

• Event tickets (sports, concerts, etc.)

• Bottles of wine for the "wine wall"

• Professional services

• Merchandise, etc.

To donate please submit this form. For any questions, please email [email protected].

 

MVEF IS SEEKING NEW BOARD MEMBERS AND SCHOOL REPRESENTATIVES

Are you passionate about public education, our local community and want to make an impact in our community? Or do you have any recommendations for board members from your community or the district community? 

 

MVEF is actively recruiting new Board members or School Representatives! Learn more here or email [email protected] for any interest! If you recommend anyone, our recruiting committee will follow up with candidates directly.

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PTA News

 

Upcoming Events:

3/6 - Campus clean-up (12:30-1:30pm)

3/10 - 3/14 - Read-a-thon Week - more details to come

3/26 - The Habit Dine Out Fundraiser (4-9pm)

2025-26 PTA Board Elections

PTA elections are coming up this spring, and we're looking for candidates for the 2025-26 PTA Executive Board. This year, we're still seeking candidates for positions such as  (but not limited to) President and Executive Vice President. We've posted descriptions for each Board role, and if you are interested in learning more or running for a PTA Executive Board position, contact a member of the Nominating Committee (Sandy Wen, Saty Reddy, Hazel Bourget, Sukie Grewal, and Veena Panduranga) or email [email protected].

Winter Afterschool Enrichment Classes (Starting January 2025)

Afterschool programs have started, but it’s not too late to join! Visit our website for more information: https://www.javargaspta.org/winter-after-school-programs

* Contact [email protected] with any questions about programs or scholarships.

Kimberly Cheng, and the Executive Board 

[email protected]

 

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From Our Community Partners

 

College, Career, Civic Engagement, and Volunteer Opportunities for Teens - Flyer

Is your teen looking for meaningful ways to gain experience this spring and summer? See the flyer attached for a comprehensive guide from The View Teen Center on college preparation, career exploration opportunities, civic engagement, and volunteer experiences for teens. For more information, click here.

Spartans Sports Camp Registration - Flyer

Spartans Sports Camp is proud to announce that registration for Summer Camp 2025 is now open. Camp will run from June 9 - August 1 this summer. This will be the 12th summer providing a wide variety of camps to the community while raising funds for the Mtn. View HS Athletic Department. For camp schedule and more information, see attached flyer or visit https://www.spartanssportscamp.com/.