Mountain View High School
Newsletter and Announcements ~ Wednesday, September 22, 2021
Welcome to Mountain View High School. Home of the Mountain Lion. Our motto is: PRIDE!
Be Present
Show Respect
Get Involved
Honor Diversity
Give Effort
Visit our website: https://www.thompsonschools.org/mountainview
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Extended Learning Opportunity (ELO)
Guidance Following a Positive COVID-19 Symptom Screen
Anyone who tests positive using any viral diagnostic test type (not antibody tests) should be treated as a case and should isolate. No additional test results can end a symptomatic positive individual's isolation period early.
Symptomatic individuals within 90 days of a previous positive viral diagnostic test (not antibody test) and those who are fully vaccinated (2 weeks after final dose) should isolate, be investigated for potential infection in consultation with public health and/or a healthcare provider, and may require testing prior to return to school.
No School ~ Friday, September 24, 2021
School Pictures
Senior Yearbook Important Information and Deadlines
Dear Parents/Guardians of a 2022 MVHS Graduate, Congratulations!
Before you know it, your child will be finished with school: a memory that will be well preserved in next year’s yearbook. This important letter is intended to clarify any questions you or your graduate may have about important yearbook deadlines. ALL OF THESE THINGS CAN BE DONE ON THE MVHS WEBSITE.
1. Senior Portraits: Photos can be in color or black and white; however, the book will be all color. The photo should be submitted as a jpg that is at least 300 dpi. There are several ways to submit:
* Email your photo to: seniorphotos.mvhs@gmail.com. Please include the first and last name in the subject line. You will receive a confirmation from me that I received it (it may take a few days—response will not be instantaneous). If you do not, the email did not reach me.
* CD or Flash Drive: You may drop these off at the front desk. Please make sure that you include first and last name and a phone number. Email seniorphotos.mvhs@gmail.com to let us know you’ve dropped them off.
* Upload Directly to the Website: Through the MVHS homepage, a link directly to Jostens will be provided as the new 2021-22 school year begins. THIS IS THE BEST, EASIEST, MOST RELIABLE METHOD TO SUBMIT.
Students may choose whatever pose/photo they like best, but we will not accept any photos with nudity, weapons, or inappropriate words/phrases/hand gestures. Also, senior pictures will be printed vertically. A horizontal picture will not fit the space, and we will have to crop it. The deadline for senior portraits is Monday, November 1st, 2021. If we do not have a senior picture by this date, the student ID photo will be used! (NOTE: If you do not provide a photo, your student must have a picture taken by Lifetouch Photography—our professional photographer—or we will not have an ID card photo and the student will not be pictured in the yearbook. Pictures taken by the school secretary or campus monitor are not sent to the yearbook staff). Please contact Matt Hall at matt.hall@tsd.org if you have any concerns about this deadline or questions about your picture.
You are responsible for turning in your photo. Please remind your photographer of our November 1 deadline. It is HIGHLY recommended that you schedule a photo session as soon as possible to avoid any delays. Many photographers have “early bird” offers or senior portrait specials, so be sure to ask. If you have financial issues and are unable to purchase a professional picture package, please contact me so that we can work something out and get your student in the yearbook. I am happy to help!
2. Parent Baby Ads: Please keep in mind the option of a PDA/baby ad for your senior—this is a way to honor your child with a lasting reminder. You will be receiving a flyer in early September that will provide you with all the information to place these ads, but these ads will be run through The Yearbook Company at www.theyearbookcompany.com. If you want to pencil in the dates, here is what is happening: October 16th is the Early Bird Deadline (discounted prices), and November 13th is the official deadline.
3. Yearbook Orders: You will be able to purchase your 2021-22 yearbook at www.jostensyearbooks.com and place your order online-- $70 until winter break, and $75 after Jan. 1, 2022. You can also find all these links on the MVHS website.
4. Senior Quotes: are due Nov. 1. The link is available on the MVHS homepage. Please make sure you read the very thorough disclaimer—the MV Yearbook staff reserves the right to get rid of any quote for any of the reasons listed on the disclaimer.
Thank you for your cooperation with our deadlines. Please do not hesitate to email if you have any questions. Thanks for your support of the MVHS yearbook. Sincerely, Matt Hall, Adviser
The College Funding Coach
Dear Mountain View High School,
On Tuesday, October 5th 6:00-7:15pm, the College Funding Coach will offer a free web workshop. There is no cost(except your time) to attend. All parents of preschoolers through seniors in high school will benefit from learning from The College Funding Coach.
As a parent, the reality of paying for college becomes more and more real. Currently, the College Board reports that a "moderate" college budget for an in-state public college averaged $24,061 per year. A moderate budget at a private college averaged $47,831 per year. Wowzers!
Whether you have a preschool student or a senior in high school, you will learn valuable information that is timely for you. I have seen the workshop and am excited to participate.
Several parents have already registered to attend, feel free to invite other parents! We'd love to welcome them to this event!
I've attached a flyer about The College Funding Coach event. Register by clicking on the following link: Register for College Funding Coach Workshop
Mountain View High School - The College Funding Coach
Mountain View High School Webinar: Little-Known Secrets of Paying for College
www.thecollegefundingcoach.org
While the event is free of charge, registration is appreciated.
Supporting Your Child’s Success,
Thanks,
Lori Hewitt
The College Funding Coach | 2580 E. Harmony Rd. Suite 201 Fort Collins, CO 80528
Phone: (720) 722-0818
lhewitt@thecollegefundingcoach.org | www.thecollegefundingcoach.org
ATHLETICS, ACTIVITIES AND CLUBS
Fall Sports Families!
If you have not done so already, please pay your Athletic Fees as soon as possible!
HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC FEES
$125 per sport participation fee for enrolled students
$150 football equipment fee (first-time Thompson School District participants)
$175 per sport participation fee for out-of-district students
$325 family maximum for high school
$460 family maximum for out-of-district students
Please Note: Parents should keep track of the athletic fees they pay and notify the school when the maximum has been reached. The football equipment fee does not apply to the family maximum.
PAYMENT
Athletic fees can be paid online by clicking HERE. You are also welcome to bring in check or cash payment to the school if you would prefer. Please ensure that your payment is clearly marked with your student's name and sport. Check or cash payments can be turned into our Athletic Secretary, Julieta Marner, in the Never Summer office.
Athletic fees will be waived for students that have been approved for the Free and Reduced Lunch program. If you have received an approval letter from Nutrition Services, please forward that letter to julieta.marner@tsd.org.
If you have any questions or concerns, please call Julieta Marner at 970-613-7826 or email julieta.marner@tsd.org
Activity and Sports Update
Here is your sports update for last week!
- Softball defeated district rival Thompson Valley September 6th last Tuesday! On September 21st they will play at home against Northridge High School at 4:15
- Volleyball’s JV girls beat Severance in a really tight match in 3 sets. They worked hard and played hard together to pull out the win! All levels will travel to Frederick High School on Thursday, September 23rd. On Saturday September 25th, D team will compete in the Poudre D Invite at Poudre High School. Congratulations to our varsity volleyball team for a dominating defeat of Northridge last night 3-0. Also, thanks to our fan section for all the love and support!
- Boys Tennis will have two matches this week and then their last two of the season will be played next week. They’ll be at Skyline High School on September 20th and head to Riverdale Ridge Tuesday, September 21st.
- Boys Soccer is coming off their bye week and are looking to get their next win at home at 4:30 on Tuesday September 21st against Riverdale Ridge.
- Boys Golf had their best team score of the year at their final league tournament on Tuesday, September 14th. Senior Hayden Gromer finished 2nd place overall and Senior Ryan Horner made a hole-in-one! Four athletes competed in regionals yesterday. Two finished just one stroke shy of the state cutoff. Nevertheless, you have been a great representation of Mountain View and we are proud of you!
- Cross Country ran in the Loveland Sweetheart Invitational last Friday. They’ll stay in Loveland this week with the JV team competing at the River’s Edge Invite this Saturday September 25th at 8 am at River’s Edge Park.
- Football had a huge varsity win (50-27) against Greeley West last Thursday! They’ll play again at home on Friday October 1st against Thompson Valley! JV had two big wins, one against Greeley Central (50-13) last Monday and a 56-0 shutout against Greeley West on Saturday! Freshman will be the only level playing this week taking on Severance High School here at Mountain View on Saturday, September 25th at 10 am.
- Cheer continues to do an amazing job keeping that Mountain View spirit alive for both our players and fans!
For a complete look at all home and away sporting events, please see the calendar on the athletic website: https://mvhsathletics.org/main/calendar/
Just as a reminder….masks are required for all players, coaches, and spectators at any indoor games. Typically, admission to most events is $6 for adults, $5 for students, and children 6 or under are free. Staff can attend for FREE by showing your ID. Hope to see you there!
Activity Student of the Month - Jeremy Atwood
Congratulations to TSD Activity Student of the Month, Mountain View High School senior Jeremy Atwood.
"Jeremy Atwood has made a huge impact for our MVHS Student Council and school community. He has provided organization and leadership within the council, which has helped translate into an increase in school spirit to start this new school year. Jeremy is the kind of student who will show up early, stay late, and make sure everyone feels included." Ryan Barron, MVHS Student Council Advisor
This school year we will be recognizing two student athletes and two activity students each month. The program will feature students from all our high schools throughout the school year.
Sources of Strength Fundraiser
MVMA Fundraiser
College and Military Reps Visit Calendar for MVHS
Scan this QR code to access the College and Military Reps Visit Calendar for MVHS. This has all representative visits, contact information for reps, and a meeting link if the visit is virtual.
- Thursday, September 23, 2021 ~ Jostens Class Ring Presentation for Sophomores during ELO
- Thursday, September 23, 2021 ~ Jostens Graduation Presentation for Seniors during ELO
- Thursday, September 23, 2021 ~ Boys Soccer at Niwot High School at 4:00 pm
- Thursday, September 23, 2021 ~ Volleyball at Frederick High School at 6:30 pm
- Friday, September 24, 2021 ~ No School
- Saturday, September 25, 2021 ~ Freshman Football v. Severence at 10:00 am
- Monday, September 27. 2021 ~ Girl's Softball v. Brighton at 4:15 pm
- Tuesday, September 28, 2021 ~ Boys Soccer at Thompson Valley at 5:15 pm
- Tuesday, September 28, 2021 ~ Girl's Softball at Berthoud at 4:00 pm
- Tuesday, September 28, 2021 ~ Boy's Tennis at University HS @ 3:30 pm
- Tuesday, September 28, 2021 ~ Girl's Volleyball v. Roosevelt @ 6:30 pm
- Tuesday, September 28, 2021 ~ MVMA Noodles Fundraiser 4:00 to 8:00 pm
- Thursday, September 30, 2021 ~ Boys Soccer v. Frederick at 4:30 pm
- Thursday, September 30, 2021 ~ Girls Softball at Severence at 4:30 pm
- Thursday, September 30, 2021 ~ Boy's Tennis at Greeley Central at 3:30 pm
- Thursday, September 30, 2021 ~ Girl's Volleyball at Berthoud at 5:30 pm
- Friday, October 1, 2021 ~ Varsity Football v. Thompson Valley at 7:00 pm
Thompson School District College Fair
You're Invited!
Thompson School District College Fair
Wednesday, October 13
6 - 7:30 PM
No Registration Necessary
1669 Eagle Drive, Loveland
Questions? Tyler Schlagel:
970-663-5098
Early Childhood/Preschool Program in the Thompson School District
Are you interested in your child being ready for kindergarten? Are you interested in free preschool for your 3 or 4 year old child? If your child turns 3 or 4 by October 1, you may qualify for preschool! Please contact us at 970-613-5052 if you have any questions or visit our website for information about the programs we offer and how to apply.
Partners Changing Lives Shaping Futures
Looking for a way to make a major impact on our community?
The “Partners” organization has just expanded their school-based mentoring program into Thompson schools and they need volunteers to spend one hour per week with a local youth. The organization’s mission is to empower youth to achieve their full potential. If you would like to be the difference in the life of a local youth and you have time to give, please consider becoming a mentor. Mentors help youth gain confidence, social skills and hope, all while becoming part of our supportive and inspiring community. Visit https://bit.ly/3lsl0zf to learn more and sign up!
School Based Health Center
The school clinic cannot offer COVID testing or see students with respiratory conditions. COVID-related services are available at other Sunrise locations by appointment.
DISTRICT ADVISORY & ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEE
You're invited to be part of the DISTRICT ADVISORY & ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEE (DAAC) meeting.
Meeting: September 28, 2021 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
What is DAAC? Both state and federal accountability entities place great emphasis on including families within the accountability process. While state statute requires the formation of accountability committees, these groups can be activated to meet many of the ESSA expectations as well (e.g., stakeholder engagement in the planning and implementation process under school improvement). Regardless of the structure, parents are expected to engage in meaningful consultation in accountability and improvement planning. Furthermore, schools and districts are expected to report school data and document plans in a transparent manner.
DAACs must consist of the following, at a minimum:
1) Three parents of students enrolled in the district
2) One teacher employed by the district
3) One school administrator employed by the district
4) One person involved in business in the community within district boundaries.
DAACs must select one of their parent representatives to serve as chair or co-chair. Local school boards will establish the length of the term for DAAC chair/co-chairs. To be consistent with SAC responsibilities, DAACs shall meet at least quarterly. For more information, please visit: https://www.thompsonschools.org/page/976
TSD COVID-19 DASHBOARD
RESOURCE: Free Clothing Closet
Families may fill out the form to request clothing and pick up items when convenient. Link and flyer below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdWuFZUFDDy4Iep5O5_e6BCZZKKrk8YGQxbi1FVpBZIkuAgcg/viewform
RESOURCE: Diversion Funds Available for Emergent Assistance (including auto)
Application link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BztoLK7fIWYlVXREYnZKSXhsQmNqSmhTMkdySXFpQTgyTmZn/view?resourcekey=0-LS_RN06c4AXdFaFzARYDVQ
a) the process must include applying for TANF ("Colorado Works") even if it's know fam. won't be eligible. b) Fam's should show what other area assistance they've already applied for (e.g., through N2N, HONS, St. Vincent de Paul, Salvation Army, Foundations Financial Care, etc.)>> advantageous to show various entities are contributing.
After receiving request, tech will call family to go through screening intake; if approved, may respond to family w/in 5 days of approval.
Families can also call County, directly (w/out going through outside referring agency) at 970-498-6300.
Direct questions to Joanne Carlson: JCarlson@larimer.org