February 24, 2023

Dear Parents and Guardians,

The cold weather brings warm smiles as we begin again next week. We hope everyone enjoyed the February break with family and friends. We begin Reading Across America Week next week; and are in celebration of Women's History Month. Reading provides opportunities for others to share, learn and grow. Our students are encouraged to practice reading at home and we thank you for your support at home. We complete the second trimester of the school year on March 10. As a reminder we have Parent Teacher Conferences that follow at the end of the month. Be sure to dress your student for the weather rain, cold and wind. Please review the important information below. Thank you for your PumaViking partnership in community!

Go Pumas Vikings! Vamos Pumas Vikings!

Theme: Together in Connection, Collaboration and Community

Mr. Gilbert Rodriguez

Principal

Ida Jew Academy and Valle Vista Elementary

girodriguez@mpesd.org

408-223-3750

Feb. 2/1-2/28 Black History Month

Feb. 2/28

• MPESD Parent Academic Fair at August Boeger at 6:00pm

Mar.1

• DELAC meeting at 6:00pm

Mar. 1

• Early Release Day all student released at 1:30
• VV PTA General Meeting at 6:00pm Virtual

• August Boeger Food Bank (Traffic Alert)
• 8th grade pictures

Mar. 7

• Inclusive and Accepting Family Series with Mr. Tayo Enna at 6:00pm

Mar. 8

• International Women's Day 2023

Mar. 9

• ABIJA Concert
• Spring Pictures

Mar.12

• Daylight Savings Spring forward

Mar. 22-24

• Parent Teacher Conferences Early Release day all students dismissed at 1:30pm

MPESD Early Release Days (Click Here)