Recently, all Vista Unified high schools sent information to all seniors and their parents/guardians regarding two options for graduation in June - a drive-through ceremony or a modified in-person ceremony with limited attendees. Survey results clearly showed that the collective preference of students and parents was for the modified in-person ceremony.

Accordingly, our graduation planning team is already working hard behind the scenes to solidify details and logistics. This week, I had a chance to review initial plans and get the "green light" from the Oceanside Fire Department on initial thoughts. We intend to hold a senior meeting on May 14th to share all of the need-to-know information and details with students and families. Stay tuned for details and meeting links.

There will be opportunities for students to remediate up to 10 credits of coursework to support their efforts to remain on track for A-G (4-year-college eligibility). Our Counseling Team is working to identify students who can most benefit from this opportunity, and we will reach out to pertinent students and families with options soon.

Additionally, MVHS will offer enrichment programs for current students who are tied to our visual and performing arts (VAPA) and computer science programs. VAPA and computer science programs play a significant role in what we do and who we are at MVHS, and COVID impacted these programs more than most. We are tentatively planning for opportunities throughout the summer for students who are eligible and interested.

Finally, we intend to offer a "bridge" mathematics program for students (namely at-risk, incoming 9th graders) to ensure they are set up for success as we begin the 2021-2022 school year.

We will be communicating with pertinent students and families for all of these programs in the coming weeks.

Want to get more involved at Mission Vista High School? Join the PTSA!

We need parents to help make Mission Vista the best it can be! We are looking for PTSA members who are interested in serving on the 2021-2022 Executive Board.

We’ve got a variety of positions open – big and small – and we meet once a month in the evenings.

PTSA Leadership positions are a great opportunity to help make decisions that enhance your child’s educational experience. It’s rewarding, it’s important, and it’s fun!

PTSA Board Positions for 2021-2022:

• President - Mary Rearick
• Vice President/Membership Chair - Linda Bosher
• Membership Assistant - VACANT
• Treasurer - Cindy Rosales
• Auditor - Scott Romagnoli
• Fundraising Chair - VACANT
• Hospitality Chair - VACANT
• Programs Chair - Kris Wells
• Student Recognition Program - Theresa Kidwell
• Communications - Trish Cannon
• Volunteer Coordinator - Wendy Romagnoli
• Disaster Preparedness - VACANT
• Reflections - VACANT
• Scholarships - Linda Latimer

Our next Association meeting will be in late May and will include proceedings for annual

elections. Additional nominations for Board positions will be “called from the floor” during this meeting.

If you want to be involved or know of someone who would be an asset to our Board, please let us know. Send an email to mvhs.ptsa.volunteers@gmail.com to start the conversation.

11th-grade students will test in their English or history class; those without an English or history class this term will be summoned to the gym to test on the designated testing dates.

The San Diego County Office of Education is hosting a FREE mental health and suicide prevention event next month. All students in grades 6-12, and their parents, are invited to participate in the Mind Out Loud program, which will run (virtually) from May 4-6, 3:30-5:00pm. This year has been difficult for us all, and the event will provide meaningful information, content, and strategies for coping with mental health challenges.

Please see the attached flyer for more information.