Wolf Pack Weekly
December 11, 2020
Master Schedule for Spring Term
Our team began work this week to rebuild our Spring master schedule, based on learning model preferences from our families. We will continue to build and refine the schedule between now and mid-January.
Because we are rebuilding the master schedule, it is important to note that the students' spring-term schedules currently visible in Parent Portal are subject to change, particularly in elective courses. Students should have received an email from their counselor asking them to identify alternate courses and/or course change requests for the spring term. It is crucial students complete these forms by Tuesday, December 15th.
Students: Please check your school email for links to these forms.
Reminder: Office Hours Support is Available for All Students
As a reminder, all teachers are available every day from 2:30-3:00 to provide additional academic support/tutoring for students who need it. We intentionally built office hours into the normal school day for this specific purpose. Students who need any additional support should reach out directly to their teacher(s) to set an appointment.
Progress Reports will be Live on Thursday
Progress reports for Quarter 2 will be live on Thursday morning via
Parent Portal. As a reminder, the Fall term continues after Winter Break and ends on January 22nd. For students who are struggling academically, there is still time to pull those grades up before finals! Reach out to teachers if you need additional academic support.
Oceanside Safe Routes to School Survey
Did your student walk/bike to school when in-person learning was taking place on campus and/or does your student plan to walk/bike to school when Classic learning resumes? The Oceanside Safe Routes to School program is interested in hearing from you. Let them know about any concerns and what would make you feel safer and more comfortable about having your student walk or bike to school.
Safe Routes to School Survey
Magnet Application Window for the 2021-2022 School Year
The Magnet School Application Window for all VUSD magnet schools - including Mission Vista - will open after Winter Break and close in late-February. If you or anyone you know have a student who is interested in coming to MVHS next year, please check our school website after the Winter Break for information and a link to the magnet application.
**Current students do not have to re-apply for admission next year.
MVHS Informational Webinar Series for Prospective Students
MVHS will host a series of four Zoom Webinars for prospective students and families. During these webinars, families will learn key information about MVHS and hear from a panel of students regarding everything that MVHS has to offer from the student lens.
Webinars will take place from 4:00-5:00 on the following dates:
- January 12, 2021
- January 26, 2021
- February 9, 2021
- February 23, 2021
Check the school website after Winter Break for additional information and Zoom links.
PSAT to be Offered to Juniors
MVHS will host the PSAT on
January 26th to interested juniors. The PSAT will be limited to 11th graders in an effort to limit the number of students taking the exam in one space - during "normal" years, we have nearly 400 students take the PSAT in the gym. Juniors will have the opportunity as this is the year that outstanding scores could qualify for the National Merit Scholarship.
The test fee is $17, and interested students should sign up through the webstore.
Yearbooks are on Sale Now
Yearbook Flash Sale is on now through Jan 29! Early-bird discount pricing, usually available only during the first month of school, has been extended through the end of January. The yearbook staff is working hard to produce a book that captures the unique events of this history-making year so that one day, we can all look back on it and say "Hey! I survived that!"
Purchase your yearbook for $95 online by going to jostensyearbook.com. Don't delay . . . prices go up after Jan 29.
To keep up with yearbook deadlines, special offers, and reporting events, follow us on Instagram @mvhs.ybk
COVID-19 Testing Center Now Open in Vista - Please Do Your Part and Get Tested
The new COVID-19 testing center in Vista is open now! The center is housed at the Linda Rhoades Recreation Center located at 600 North Santa Fe Avenue. The center is open seven days a week from 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. with no appointment necessary.
Every member of our community has the power to make a difference in combating the virus. You can wear a mask, wash your hands often, keep surfaces clean, stay safely apart, and get tested for COVID-19 periodically. Our community is already making an impact with the opening of the COVID-19 Testing Center located at the Linda Rhoades Recreation Center. The center is now averaging over 500 members of the community getting tested every day. Our goal is to get that number up to 800 tests per day. Check out the brief video below, and join us in keeping our community safe: test, trace, isolate, and treat.
Vista Testing Center Video
Get Personalized Scholarship Information
Seniors, want personalized scholarship information sent to you directly? If so, please complete the form below so that Mr. Faraimo, MVHS Career Tech, can best determine what scholarships you might qualify for and notify you directly!
Scholarship Interest Form
Don't Forget to Fill Out your FAFSA or Dream Act Application
All MVHS Seniors should fill out the FAFSA or Dream Act application (whichever one applies to you) to learn more about financial aid options for college.
Check out the FAFSA/Dream Act page on our Counseling Website for more information and links to the applications.
Food Bags Available for Families in Need
Students and families experiencing food insecurity can contact our Counseling Office to access food bags from Vista Teen Outreach. Please dial extension 73032 from the main phone line.
Follow us on Instagram or Check our Website for Event
Follow us on Instagram @mvhs.asb and visit our website for more updates and announcements!
ASB SITE
Virtual Pep Rally Coming Up
We are planning a virtual pep rally and already have some groups who plan on participating with fun challenges and activities! If you are a teacher, staff member, administrator, club, etc. who would like to participate in the rally, please submit your contributions to the Google Form below.
https://forms.gle/wWXBbpXXxmL7S5D18
Spirit Wear on Sale
Looking to get your hands on some MVHS spirit wear? Head over to the
webstore to see our current selections, as well as deeply discounted items from past years.
Lastest Version of "Kickin' it with Your Counselors"
Fundraiser and Virtual "Pizza with the Principal"
The Timberwolves Foundation is partnering with Knockout Pizza for a two-day fundraiser to benefit MVHS programs. The fundraiser will begin 11am Tuesday, December 15, and
end 8pm Wednesday, December 16. Order now for pick up later, or order the day of. Mention MVHS and 25% will be donated back to the school. (Take-out only. No patio or dine-in option this time).
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, December 16th at 6:30pm and join us for a virtual Pizza with the Principal event to learn about what's happening at MVHS and what is on the horizon. Zoom links are provided when you purchase the pizza from Knockout.
Our "Why" - Vision, Mission, and Values
Our Vision is to be the model of educational excellence through discovery, innovation, and growth.
Our Purpose is to empower students to be self-directed, creative, and critical thinkers who persevere to positively impact the interconnected world.
We Value mutual respect, collaboration, integrity, originality, and intellectual curiosity that prepare our students to become integral members of society.
MISSION VISTA HIGH SCHOOL
