Wolf Pack Weekly
May 22, 2020
Important Information
The Home Stretch: Finish Strong!
The school year is winding down, and we have entered the home stretch. We encourage all students to continue to do the best they can and finish strong. Students who are behind with any classwork should contact their teachers to find out what can be done to ensure they earn credit and to find out what supports are available. It's still NOT TOO LATE!
Please reach out to your teachers for specific details and support options needed to ensure credit this quarter.
Memorial Day and Upcoming Final Exams
Final Exams are just a week-and-a-half away. We will operate on a modified schedule for June 2nd and June 3rd.
June 2nd: Periods 2 & 4 (8:15-12:15)
June 3rd: Periods 1 & 3 (8:15-12:15)
Final exams may take place for all grade levels, including seniors, on June 2nd and 3rd. Exams are administered at the discretion of each teacher and course.
Returning Textbooks and Technology
Please see this document with times and details for each grade level: Textbook and Technology Return
Senior Information and Activities
Please see this FAQ for Senior Activities/Information. Key dates are also listed below:
Cap/Gown and Yard Sign Distribution & Textbook/Technology Return
- 5/28: Last Names A-L
- 5/29: Last Names M-Z
*All students must have a student ID card
**Seniors who need textbooks and/or technology until after final exams can return these items on 6/4.
Senior Awards Night:
- 5/28: 6pm via Zoom Webinar
*Recipients will be sent a link to the Webinar
Drive-Thru Celebration:
- Wednesday, 6/3: 6pm.
- Drive-Thru Celebration Flyer (English)
- Drive-Thru Celebration Flyer (Spanish)
Diploma Distribution and Textbook/Technology Return
- 6/4: 12pm-3pm in the student parking lot
- All seniors can come at any point in this window.
**Senior must be present to pick-up diploma. Diplomas will NOT be issued to parents.
Grad Night
- Unfortunately, Grad Night was canceled due to health restrictions.
- We received word today that we expect our refund check from Disney to come within 10-14 days from today. Once we receive it, we will issue refunds checks and mail them to the address on file with the school.
Tentative Date for In-person Graduation
- 7/29: Pending health and safety orders at the time
- More details about this event will be communicated as we get closer to it.
Fines:
- Students: Please check your email for any notification that you owe a textbook fine. Fines must be paid before we can issue diplomas.
If you still need to purchase a cap and gown, or pay off any remaining balance, please contact Jostens at www.jostens.com as soon as possible.
Yearbooks
We are hopeful to have the yearbooks delivered very soon, but it's possible that they will not be available by June 3rd. Rest assured, once they arrive, we will communicate a plan to have students come to campus to pick them up in a drive-up format.
Planning for the 2020-2021 School Year
It is crucially important that as we plan for next year, we gather feedback and input from our community. All MVHS stakeholders can share their insight via this district-wide survey.
In addition, there will be opportunities for parents and community members to engage in community forums centered around the different pillars of our school system. Please visit the Fall 2020 design website for more details about the work being done and for opportunities to engage.
Vista Virtual School
Student Expectations for Virtual School
As a reminder, it is expected that all students are engaging in learning opportunities via the Virtual School Platform. Students who do not engage with their classes run the risk of not earning credit for the fourth quarter.
For each scheduled school day, students will be expected to:
Check school email accounts and/or Google Classrooms daily for updated information for each class.
Complete assignments and assessments assigned by each teacher
Submit all work in a timely manner
Respond to communication from each teacher
- Follow the Academic Honesty Policy as outlined in the Student Handbook.
Suggested Daily Learning Schedule
- Mondays/Wednesdays = Periods 1 & 3, plus optional office hours for periods 2 & 4
- Tuesdays/Thursdays = Periods 2 & 4, plus optional office hours for periods 1 & 3
- Fridays = Student Work Day. Office hours for all classes (by appointment).
We recognize that - for a variety of extenuating reasons during this health crisis - not all students will be able to follow the suggested schedules as outlined. All course content, assignments, and videos will be accessible to students outside of the hours listed on the schedule.
Virtual School Parent Guide
In most cases, questions that parents may have about their student's virtual classes can be answered by sending an email to the teacher of any given class.
Food Distribution Across VUSD
At the site-level, Maribel Mora is our point of contact: maribelmora@vistausd.org.
Social and Emotional Support Resources
Additional social-emotional support resources can be found the Vista Virtual School Social and Emotional Support webpage.
Technology Support
If your student is having difficulty with technology access, or needs to exchange his/her Chromebook/computer device, please contact our Teacher-Library, Mrs. Stone at jenniferstone@vistausd.org. We will work with your student to rectify the situation.
Counseling Department Information
Wellness with the Counseling Department
Set-up Virtual Meetings with Your Counselor
Timberwolf Registration Days for 2020-2021 School Year
- Rising Seniors: August 7th
- Rising Juniors: August 10th
- Rising Sophomores: August 11th
- Incoming Freshmen: August 12th
- Make-up Day/Sibling day: August 13th
- Link Crew Orientation (9th grade only): August 14th
Many more details will be communicated about registration as we get closer to these dates.
MVHS VISION, MISSION, AND VALUES
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
Email: InsertTeacherName@vistausd.org
Website: mvhs.vistausd.org
Location: 1306 Melrose Drive, Oceanside, CA, USA
Phone: (760)758-6800
Twitter: @MissionVistaHS
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