Eagle Newsletter
March 17, 2023
Upcoming Dates
March Observances
- Women's History Month
- 3/17- St. Patrick's Day
- 3/20- First Day of Spring
- 3/31- Cesar Chavez Day
Mesa Verde Events
- Every Friday: School Spirit Day! Wear Black, Purple, or Teal
- 3/22- MVMS Incoming 6th Grader Info Night @5:30-7pm
- 3/23- Minimum Day (Odd) Dismissal @12:18pm/End of 2nd Quarter
- 3/24- Minimum Day (Even) Dismissal @12:18pm/End of 2nd Quarter
NEW! Reminder on Dropping Off Items
NEW! Congratulations Mihir Konkapaka!
Mihir Konkapaka won the San Diego Countywide Spelling Bee on Thursday, March 9th, with the word ‘exsufflation’ (forceful breath). As the winner, Mihir will represent San Diego County and Mesa Verde Middle School at the Scripps National Spelling Bee from May 30th to June 1st in Maryland. We are so proud of you, Mihir!
NEW! National See Something, Say Something Week!
March 13-17 was National See Something, Say Something Week!
The goals of See Something, Say Something is to teach students how to:
- Recognize warning signs and threats of someone who may be at risk of hurting themselves or others.
- Say something to a Trusted Adult to get help.
- Grow a community of Upstanders who look out for one another.
MVMS used this week to work towards creating a positive school community!
NEW! Course Selection for 2023-2024
Current 7th Grade Families:
7th grade Students will have until Sunday, March 19 at 11:59 to enter their choices into their Synergy Student Vue portal. ALL students must select THREE electives: a #1 choice and 2 alternate choices. Refer to this presentation for more information.
Current 5th & 6th Grade Families:
Course selection for current 6th grade students will be re-scheduled for a later date. Please check back for more information.
NEW! Project: Counter the Orange!
Students have the opportunity to paint their art design on a column in the lunch area! They'll learn art traditions from around the world to inspire their work. (Click HERE to learn more)
We hope you encourage your student to join an information session on March 15th, 8:00am to 9:15am in the Little Theater to learn more.
Students can sign up before March 22! (Click HERE )
Adult volunteers are needed to support while students paint, sign up today! (Click HERE)
Learn more about the project here (Click HERE)
Thank you to our PTSA and Foundation for sponsoring this project! We can't wait to see what your student paints!
NEW! Women's History Month
Women’s History Month had its origins as a national celebration in 1981 when Congress passed Pub. L. 97-28 which authorized and requested the President to proclaim the week beginning March 7, 1982 as “Women’s History Week.” Throughout the next five years, Congress continued to pass joint resolutions designating a week in March as “Women’s History Week.” In 1987 after being petitioned by the National Women’s History Project, Congress passed Pub. L. 100-9 which designated the month of March 1987 as “Women’s History Month.” Between 1988 and 1994, Congress passed additional resolutions requesting and authorizing the President to proclaim March of each year as Women’s History Month. Since 1995, presidents have issued a series of annual proclamations designating the month of March as “Women’s History Month.” These proclamations celebrate the contributions women have made to the United States and recognize the specific achievements women have made over the course of American history in a variety of fields. Please enjoy these slides made by our students that celebrate women’s achievements and contributions.
Reminder: Registration
Online New Student Enrollment: Please visit: New Student Enrollment for enrollment information. If you have questions, please contact your school administrative assistant.
ASB Applications for the 2023//2024 school year are OPEN!
ASB APPLICATIONS for the 2023//2024 school year are OPEN!
*this is for current 6th and 7th grade students
Are you excited about making an impact at Mesa Verde? Join us! Click HERE to print your application!
Course Description:
ASB is a year-long elective course for 7th and 8th grade students. This course requires a commitment to creating a positive campus experience for all students. Build your leadership skills in communication, community service, and teamwork. Students will work alongside the elected ASB officers to design and lead lunch activities and various school events both during the day and outside school hours. This class is for those who have creative ideas about school spirit. Time management is very important because others will rely on you to do your part and to meet deadlines.
Applications are open March 8th - March 22nd!
Students can pick up an application from the MV Library, print one from the MV Website, or click HERE.
***Students interested in running for one of the Officer positions will apply for that at a later time.
MVMS Incoming 6th Grade Parent Night @5:30-7pm
OCIS-PE Students
As the end of the third quarter approaches a couple of reminders:
- Attendance and Performance Record for the 2nd quarter must be completed, signed by coach, and submitted to Mrs. Rinehart or Mrs. Brown in the Assistant Principal's office no later than Friday, March 24th.
- Attendance and Performance Record will be provided and available near the check-in/out stations for students to grab at MVMS.
**Attendance and Performance Record (done quarterly): If this document is not received by due date, student will receive an “incomplete” on their report card. After two weeks, this “Incomplete” will turn into an ‘F’.
Also as a reminder, if your Off Campus Independent Study documentation has or is expiring, new/updated forms need to be submitted as soon as possible.
Ramadan is right around the corner!
Ramadan, the nine month of the Islamic calendar, begins on the evening of Wednesday, March 22nd and ends on the evening of Friday, April 21st. Ramadan is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. We are preparing our Ramadan display in the library to celebrate our Muslim community. If you would like to help us with the display, please contact RosemeanHussain at rosemean@gmail.com or Heather Ferguson at hferguson@powayusd.com. We created a Wish List of books to continue to diversify our library with the help of @islamicschoollibrarian (you can find her on Instagram).
Thank you for your continued support!
After School Enrichment Program
Please contact Mr. Floyd for more information.
Wolverines Splash 'n' Dash
Register HERE!
8th Grade Transition to High School
Scooters and Alternative Vehicles
Click HERE!
Support Mesa Verde with AmazonSmile
Follow our MVMS ASB Instagram!
Mesa Verde PTSA and Foundation
Be sure to check out Mesa Verde PTSA and Mesa Verde Foundation to find out how families can support MVMS and how to get involved
MVMS Newsletter, Website, Social Media Requests
If you have information you would like included in our weekly newsletter, social media, email, or website, etc. please use this form to submit your request. Your request does NOT guarantee that your information will be included. Please note that we may edit your submission (content, length, etc.) but will contact you if our edits would change or remove pertinent information. Please submit by 3:00pm on Thursdays for inclusion in the weekly Eagle Newsletter.
COUNSELING CORNER
GENERAL INFORMATION
The difference between a Guest, a Visitor and a Volunteer as per the PUSD Board Policies.
1. A Visitor is defined as an individual who, with school district authorization, attends a student performance, special event, festival, open house, back-to-school event, sports event, athletic competition, etc. A visitor may either be accompanied or unaccompanied by school district staff. Designated school district administrative personnel are to make this determination. A visitor is usually not required to sign a registry.
Example: Your school is being recognized for achievement and members of SDCOE are coming to watch students or your school is hosting a Jr. Olympic competition.
2. A Guest is defined as an individual who, with school district approval, assists students, schools, and teachers on a non-regular basis or who individually observes a classroom or activity. A guest may also assist with educational programs or with special events on an occasional or infrequent basis. A guest shall immediately report his or her presence at the school office or at the designated school location upon arrival at the school and sign a guest registry.
Example: Your school is hosting the book fair, a play where parents are coming to watch, or a teacher needs help in the classroom with a one- or two-day tie-dye t-shirt project for the jog-a-thon. A class is hosting a party or a fun run.
3. A Volunteer is defined as an individual who, with school district authorization, voluntarily assists school districts, schools, educational programs, or students on a regular and ongoing basis. A volunteer is required to complete a Volunteer Application and have a Megan’s Law Background Check or a State and/or Federal Background Check completed.
Example: A parent is assisting with a weekly and ongoing project such as the running club or Lego league. A grandparent is helping in music or art classes weekly. A field trip chaperone and/or driver (usually requires Level 1 and 2 applications).
If someone is coming to help in the class only one or two times, they are not considered volunteers therefore do not need to fill out a Level 1 application.
Click here for steps on becoming a volunteer.
Attendance Information
Full Bell Schedules
CALENDAR
Parent Education Courses
Please visit PUSD's Parent Education website to search for the course you are interested in and enroll directly through the website. Please note, scholarships are available to parents who may be in need. Parent can contact the Caring Connections Center for more information.
CONTACT US
If you are unsure of who to contact about a matter, please email us at MVMS@powayusd.com and your message will be answered or forwarded to the correct person.
Mesa Verde Middle School
9:00am-3:00pm (W)
Email: MVMS@powayusd.com
Website: https://www.powayusd.com/en-US/Schools/MS/MVMS/Home
Location: 8375 Entreken Way, San Diego, CA, USA
Phone: (858) 538-5478
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mesa-Verde-Middle-1493083354314112
Twitter: @MesaVerdeMS