Principal’s Message:
Hello Golden Owls,
The end of the trimester is fast approaching, and I wanted to share a few reminders:
Enrollment
Enrollment for next fall for all students in the Mountain View Whisman School District is open now at www.mvwsd.org/register.
For CURRENT students in transitional kindergarten-7th grade: Parents, click on the link in your email to confirm enrollment before February 7. Whether your family plans to return to MVWSD or relocate over the summer, please complete the survey..
For families enrolling NEW students, please check www.mvwsd.org/register to locate your neighborhood school, how to explore school options and the four steps to register before February 7.
End of Trimester and Report Cards
Friday, February 14, 2025, marks the end of the second trimester for this school year!
Just a gentle reminder that during that week we have 2 minimum days, Thursday is our normal minimum day with dismissal at 11:55am. Friday, February 14, 2025, the last day of the trimester, will also be a minimum day with an 11:55am dismissal.
Parents will receive trimester 2 report cards electronically at 4:00PM on March 7, 2025
LCAP
The District is updating the LCAP (Local Control Accountability Plan). Your responses to the survey will guide the update of our District plan for the 2025-26 school year. Please click on your unique survey link sent to your email. Your responses are confidential. Students in grades 4-8 will also be taking the LCAP survey. More information found here: mvwsd.org/LCAP
In Partnership,
Principal Vern Taylor
Events Calendar
February 2025
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10th
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Mountain View Library Field Trip
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13th
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Happy Hollow Assembly
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13th
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MVWSD Board Meeting, District Office 6pm-10pm
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14th
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End of Trimester 2 - Minimum Day Dismissal at 11:55am
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17th - 21st
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Presidents/Winter Break - No School
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28th
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Principal’s Coffee, 8:10am - MUR in person
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28th
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Steam Museum Assembly
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March
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3rd
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DELAC Meeting 5:30pm - Zoom Link
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6th
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A Touch of the Earth Assembly
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6th
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MVWSD Board Meeting, District Office 6pm-10pm
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7th
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Report Cards go home electronically
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14th
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Lifetouch Spring Pictures
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17th
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The Walt Disney Family Museum Field Trip
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20th
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A Touch of the Earth Assembly
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20th
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MVWSD Board Meeting, District Office 6pm-10pm
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21st
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Teacher-in-Service Day - No school
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28th
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Principal’s Coffee, 8:10am - MUR in person
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In this Newsletter
School News:
Golden Ticket Winners
Black History Month
Walk on Wild Side Dance - Please join us for our very first school Dance
Flyers:
2024 -2025 School Year Calendar - Here
2025-2026 School Year Calendar - Here
February Menu - Here
District News:
Better Together: February
Open Enrollment for 2025-26 ends February 7
MVWSD Preschool Program: Apply now for August
LCAP survey is happening now
SEL Curriculum Pilot & Community Review
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
Save the Date — “Dance on the Wild Side” - Feb 13th, 5:30-7:30pm
Winter Afterschool Enrichment Classes (Starting January 2025)
Community Partners:
The View Teen Center: February
School News
Golden Ticket Winners January 30, 2025
Hanah A. RM: 1 Chris G. RM: 11
Taylor X. RM: 2 Matthew R. RM: 14
Oliver W. RM: 3 Parker B. RM: 15
Faye H. RM: 4 Taloa V. RM: 16
Samuel S. RM: 5 Jeremy C. RM: 16
Koa R. RM: 6 David C. RM: 17
George Z. RM: 8 Kimberly V. RM: 17
Olivia M. RM: 9 Valentina H. RM: 18
Kara C. RM: 10 Ms. Cherry MUR
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Black History Month
Saturday, February 1, 2025 is the beginning of Black History Month. As we think about the significance of having months like Black History Month. It is necessary for not only our Black Golden Owls, but all of our Golden Owls, to recognize and celebrate the significant achievements of Black individuals. I encourage you all to start discussions with your children at home as well. You can start by asking the following questions. Why is there a Black History Month? How can we celebrate Black History all year? Why is it important to celebrate Black history all year long?
Again, I appreciate all your partnership and support in helping to make our community inclusive.
If your family would like some resources, please see these resources by PBS.
Walk on Wild Side Dance - Please join us for our very first school Dance
In the Fall, we “Walked on the Wild Side.” Now it’s time to “Dance on the Wild Side!” On Thursday, February 13th, from 5:30-7:30 in the MUR, there will be Chicken and Waffles food truck, games and prizes, crafts, and a fun dance party! Dress is casual. If you are interested in volunteering to help out with set-up, activities during the dance, or clean-up, please sign up on Konstella.
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.
Open Enrollment for 2025-26 ends February 7
The Mountain View Whisman School District’s open enrollment ends February 7.
For CURRENT students in transitional kindergarten-7th grade: Parents will be asked by email to confirm enrollment from January 21 to February 7.
For families enrolling NEW students: Please check www.mvwsd.org/register for how to locate your neighborhood school, how to explore school options and the four steps to register during the enrollment period held January 21 to February 7.
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.)
Learn more at these parent meetings:
February 6 @ 4:00 pm (Spanish) Zoom link: http://mvw.sd/PK26
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.
LCAP survey is happening now
The District is updating the LCAP (Local Control Accountability Plan). Your responses to the survey will guide the update of our District plan for the 2025-26 school year.
Parents, please click on your unique survey link that will be sent to your email address on Jan. 27. Your survey link is unique to your household and only one parent/guardian can complete it.
Your responses are confidential. Students in grades 4-8 will also be taking the LCAP survey. More information found here: mvwsd.org/LCAP
SEL Curriculum Pilot & Community Review
Our Social-Emotional Learning Curriculum Committee has reached a major milestone! Since September 2024, our team of educators, administrators, and community members has worked to narrow 100+ curriculum options to two high-quality finalists. Now, we are piloting these programs in classrooms to determine the best fit for our students.
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Second Step Pilot: January 13 – February 14, 2025
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Character Strong Pilot: February 24 – April 4, 2025
We Need Your Feedback!
As we refine our SEL curriculum, we invite teachers, staff, and families to review and provide input at one of our Community Review Sessions at the MVWSD District Office (Conference Room C, 1400 Montecito Ave., Mountain View, CA).
Community Review Sessions:
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March 13, 2025
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March 20, 2025
These sessions provide a chance to learn about both curricula, share your insights, and help shape the future of SEL in our district. Can’t attend? Email Karin Jinbo to review the materials.
MVEF SPRING GALA - JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OF CELEBRATION!
Saturday, April 26, 2025 | 06:00-10:00 pm | Los Altos Community Center
Mark your calendars! MVEF’s Annual Fundraising Gala is on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 6 - 10 PM at the Los Altos Community Center.
This year, we are celebrating 40 years of MVEF - A Celebration of Eras! Empowering Students from Gen X to Gen Alpha.
This lively community building event includes dinner, silent and live auctions, DJ, raffle and fun! Enjoy an evening of great food, music, and fundraising fun while connecting with parents, teachers, and local leaders.
Tickets go on sale in late February stay tuned for details!
MVEF SPRING GALA AUCTION DONATIONS NEEDED!
Help make the MVEF Spring Gala a success by donating auction items!
Great auction donations include:
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Vacation home stays
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Themed party experiences for adults or kids
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Event tickets (sports, concerts, etc.)
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Bottles of wine for the "wine wall"
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Professional services
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Merchandise
To donate please submit this form. For any questions, please email [email protected].
Thank you for your support!
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.
PTA News
Upcoming Events:
Thurs Feb 6 - Campus Clean-up 12:20-1:00pm
Thurs Feb 13 - “Dance on the Wild Side,” 5:30-7:30pm
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 seeking candidates for all positions including (but not limited to) President, Executive Vice President, and Secretary, Financial Reviewer. 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].
“Dance on the Wild Side” - Feb 13th, 5:30-7:30pm
In the Fall, we “Walked on the Wild Side.” Now it’s time to “Dance on the Wild Side!” On Thursday, February 13th, from 5:30-7:30 in the MUR, there will be Chicken and Waffles food truck, games and prizes, crafts, and a fun dance party! Dress is casual. If you are interested in volunteering to help out with set-up, activities during the dance, or clean-up, please sign up on Konstella.
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]
From Our Community Partners
The View Teen Center: February
The View Teen Center is a free facility in Mountain View (263 Escuela Ave) for all Mountain View and Los Altos 6th - 12th grade students. Drop-in hours are Monday - Friday, 3:15 - 7 p.m. and Saturdays, 1 - 6 p.m. (Closed: Feb. 17. Extended hours, 1-6 p.m., Feb. 14, 18, 19, 20 & 21), and the center features a game room, makerspace, kitchen, computer/study room, and outdoor area. February events include cooking classes, crafts, and much more. For more information, click here.