MAV Weekly April 1st, 2022
Mountain View High School
Mountain View Mavericks
Attendance Line- (208) 855-4063 (attendance for reporting an absence, please leave a message- it will be received and processed in a timely manner)
Main Office- (208) 855-4050 (call for assistance reaching teachers or admin, general questions on procedures, etc.)
Transportation Questions- (208) 229-8500
Calendar
April 13- SAT Testing- No School Grades 9, 10, and 12 (Juniors take SAT)
April 11-May 5 iSat Testing
April 25- Collaboration- No School
May 14- Prom Revolution Concert House in Garden City (by the fairgrounds)
May 24- Last Day for Seniors
May 28- Graduation @ 11AM, Ford Idaho Center
May 30- Memorial Day- No School
June 2- FULL SCHOOL DAY All Grades: 6-12 Last Day of School
SAT Testing Information: April 13th
Parents of 11th grade students,
11th grade students will be given their SAT admission ticket next week (Monday-Tuesday). The ticket reminds your student where to report, at what time, and what they should bring with them on the day of testing.
Your student needs to bring this ticket with them when they come to take the SAT on Wednesday, April 13th.
If your student is riding the bus to school that day- please remember that pick-up times and locations are the same as any other school day. However, students will not be boarding the bus to their drop off location until 2:00. Most students will be finished with the test around 12:30, unless they have been approved extended time. If your student is riding the bus, they may need to bring an after-test snack, as the cafeteria is not going to be serving lunch.
Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) Information
What is the ISAT? Each year, students in grades 3-8 and once in high school, during 10th grade, take the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to determine whether they have achieved the standards for their grade level and subject area. There are tests for English Language Arts/Literacy (ELA), Mathematics and Science. The ISAT summative assessment is administered during the last 8 weeks of the school. It consists of two parts: a computer-adaptive test and performance tasks that are given on the computer.
What are the main objectives of the assessment?
- To give an indication of both student achievement and growth of student learning as part of program evaluation and school, district, and the state accountability system.
- To provide a valid, reliable, and fair measures of students’ progress toward, and the attainment of the knowledge and skills required to be college and career ready.
- To capitalize on the strengths of computer-adaptive testing — efficient and precise measurement across the full range of achievement with quick turnaround of results.
When is the ISAT given? The ISAT summative assessment is administered during the last 8 weeks of the school year. Testing at MVHS will begin April 11. Why is the ISAT given? These tests are administered to provide ongoing monitoring of individual, school, district, and state progress. Academic proficiency is more than scores. Competency in all academic areas is the goal for every child. This once a year (summative) test is an important component of the statewide student assessment system as stated in IDAPA 08.02.03.111.06. New ISAT Assessment Resources Webpage Available for Parents Idaho parents can learn more about state tests and their child’s performance using a new interactive website available from the Idaho State Department of Education. The SDE, working with the state’s testing company, developed new reports for parents and a new website for parents to dig deeper into what their child’s results mean. The new resource webpage is available at http://testscoreguide.org/id/.
- ISAT ELA & Math Parent Explanation Brochure - English
- ISAT ELA & Math Parent Explanation Brochure - Spanish
How can I help my student?
Ensure they attend school regularly and participate in their classes and coursework.
Ensure they are getting adequate sleep and nutrition.
Ensure they understand these assessments are relevant and that they should do their best when they take them.
Students Need a Pass to Leave Class
Students are permitted to leave class when they have a note from the office.
If a student has an appointment, please call the attendance line, (208) 855-4063, giving us at 45-minutes notice or more. We will get your student out of class and to you. Teachers are not to let students leave class without a pass from the office.
We appreciate your support in this area. We have seen an increase in students leaving "because their parent text them." Students should not have their phones out during class. Please use the front office to reach your student.
Attention Seniors!!!!!! You MUST COME TO SCHOOL on APRIL 13 at some point!
BIG DAY COMING...... Graduation information!
Jostens will be here on Wednesday, April 13th to deliver Caps, Gowns, Announcements and other graduation accessories.
This event will begin at 8:00am and end at 3:00pm, attend sometime within these hours.
Other items that will be completed on that day PRIOR to getting you Jostens items:
- Senior Exit with Ms. Walton
- Senior Poster signing
- Most Influential Teacher gown signing
- Graduation Walk List verification with Mr. Dicus
We need all seniors that day to check in and get this graduation check list completed.
SEE YOU SENIORS APRIL 13th!!!!
Honor Designation Grade Pull
Just a reminder the grade pulls to determine Honors Designations for graduation will be pulled at 8:00 am on Monday, May 2. You will need to work with your teachers to ensure that your grades are up to date for this purpose.
Per district policy 603.21 Honor's designations for graduation will be calculated based on the student's current cumulative Weighted GPA on the specified day.
The Honor's designations will be as follows.
Highest Honors: 4.1-5.0 (or students with a 4.0 who have earned an associate degree from an accredited institution) 3 Cords: Blue, Green & Silver
High Honors: 3.77-4.099 2 Cords: Blue & Green
Honors: 3.5-3.7699 Silver Cord
Honor Graduate speakers will be chosen by the senior class, from the pool of seniors, in the top 10% of the class on May 2.
No changes made to a student's grade after May 2 will alter an honors designation for the purpose of graduation.
If you have questions please contact the Senior Vice Principal, Don Dicus or the counseling office.
Career Center Highlights!
SENIORS!
WORKFORCE MILITARY AND TRADES FAIR will be hosted April 5th 10:00am-12:30pm, sign up is required!
For more information LINK HERE
The Idaho Congressional Delegation Presents
Service Academy Day, Saturday, APRIL 2nd from 1:00PM-3:00PM at the Idaho State Capitol.
Students! Parents! Come listen to Academy Liaisons, Cadets, Midshipmen talk about the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy and U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. Learn how to achieve a Congressional nomination from a member of the Idaho delegation.
For more information: LINK HERE
Boise State's campus-wide open house for prospective students is on Saturday, April 9th
Highlights include:
- Touring all academic colleges and chatting with faculty, staff and students
- Residence hall tours
- Information sessions for high school juniors, seniors and transfer students
- Free lunch at the food truck pod and at other campus eateries
- The spring football scrimmage in Albertsons Stadium caps off the day
They also have a two-hour virtual program starting at 11:00am that day. Both will be a fantastic way for prospective students to learn more about Boise State.
BRONCO DAY WEBSITE + REGISTRATION
SENIORS going to ISU or CWI, check out these dates!
- ISU Next Steps visit, April 12th!
- Admitted ISU students can meet in the career center during lunch to complete next steps with their admissions adviser.
- CWI Placement Testing, April 13th!
- Take your Math/English placement testing at MVHS!
- Bring your laptops, and sign up HERE
- FREE PIZZA!
For full Career Newsletter, view here.
Email swafford.kristen@westada.org if you have questions.
Thank You- MVHS Community!
We want to thank our MVHS community for the overwhelming amount of support for Ms. Frei.
Athletics
Congratulations to Jackson Beck for breaking the school record for shot put, at 52’7.5” on March 18th!
Looking for score updates, schedules, and rosters? Check the Southern Idaho Conference webpage here
Many of our athletic events are streamed live online. Visit the NFHS network to watch the Mavs in action. High School Sports Online - Stream Live & On Demand (nfhsnetwork.com)
Interested in donating to Mountain View athletics? Click here
Student Handbook: COMPLAINT PROCEDURES
COMPLAINT PROCEDURES
When there are issues/problems between a parent or student and an employee, every effort should be made to solve the problem at the lowest level. Parents and/or students should first bring the matter to the teacher for resolution. If the matter is not resolved, a conference with an assistant principal may be requested. If the matter is not resolved with the assistant principal, a conference with the building principal may be requested. The Regional Director may be requested to attend a conference at any time. The complaint procedure at the Board of Trustee level is outlined in district Policy 204.30 and can be obtained at the building or district office. A request to appear before the Board of Trustees may be made in accordance with this policy.
Summer School
Does your student need to take summer school?
Online registration for Summer School will open on Monday, March 28th.
Summer School is IN-PERSON at Meridian High School.
*It is expected that students will attend in-person if they sign up for summer school.
Session 1:
June 13 – June 30th: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday – Thursday (No school on Fridays)
Session 2:
July 6th – July 21st: The first week of the 2nd session will run Wednesday – Friday (7/6-7/8) to accommodate the July 4th holiday. The next 2 weeks will run as follows: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday – Thursday (No school on Fridays).
To view full flyer, click here.
Access West Ada summer school details and information on our district’s website.
Please contact your student’s counselor for registration questions.
*For online summer course options, please contact your student’s counselor.
From Previous Newsletters
Safety First
Athletics & After School Activities
We appreciate good sportsmanship from all of our guests, adults and students alike.
Choir Fund Raiser
Prom Dress and Tuxedo Rental Options
Locker Room Lockers
AVID Hosts Book Drive
The Social Dilemma
Please consider watching the film, the Social Dilemma on Netflix.
Discover what’s hiding on the other side of your screen
We tweet, we like, and we share— but what are the consequences of our growing dependence on social media? This documentary-drama hybrid reveals how social media is reprogramming civilization with tech experts sounding the alarm on their own creations.
Did you buy a 2020-21 yearbook?
See Something- Say Something
Safety is our top priority!
You can also report something directly, here.
Be On Time!
It's a new semesters, so it's a fresh start for tardies! If your student has more than 3 tardies (T or TL) in a class, he/she will need to serve detention until the number is back to or below 3 per class.
We play music with 2 minutes remaining in the passing period, this is the signal to students that class is starting soon. Students, please be on time. Guardians, please speak with your student about the importance of not being late.
Lunch detention for 4 or more tardies. The limit per class is 3.
Lunch detention is served on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Attendance
- Taking a Trip or Vacation? If you know you are going to pull your student out of school for a trip or vacation, or any extended period of time, please have your student pick up a Pre-Approved Absence sheet from the main office. This helps us track attendance and helps your student get organized in their classes prior to being gone.
- If you need to check your student out, please do so by calling the attendance office ahead of time. To get your student out of class, please call 45 minutes prior to the time you will be here to pick them up. If your student has an appointment in the morning, please call the day prior to the appointment. We appreciate your support!
- If a student is absent please call the attendance line to report their absence.
- Students that are in quarantine will attend school remotely and will not be marked absent.
- Our school funding this year is based on attendance. Absences = less money for Mountain View High School. Please be in class. Teachers will be instructing bell to bell for maximized learning opportunities.
- Attendance Line- (208) 855-4063
Yearbooks
MAV TIME: See Your Teachers Before School For Extra Help
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday from 7:10-7:40am is MAV time.
Students can make arrangements to see their teachers or stop by their room for help.
Writing Center
Need help cleaning up a paper? Come visit the writing center!
Writing Center Updated Hours:
Tuesday before school
Thursday before school
Saturday Tutoring: enter through the back of the school, new wing
Self-Care
Synchronous Instruction- Students out for Illness
The high school principals and the school district have determined that we would provide the following consistent practices in all of our buildings when a student is on quarantine.
- All assignments / resources on TEAMS - TEAMS structure is consistent within each building
- Synchronous learning opportunities are provided for students during direct instruction
- Assessments will be taken in the building
Tips and Tricks for Students at Home
1. Go to Teams
2. Check Weekly Agenda – follow directions
3. Complete tasks – Join class on time, if live
4. Submit work according to class instructions
5. Still confused? Email your teacher (use school email, include period in subject line, ask a specific question)
Idaho Standards Command Responses for Schools
Lost & Found
Hats, Hoods and Head Coverings
Students, please do not wear hats, hoods or head coverings in the hallways or the classrooms.
ID Badges
Check PowerSchool
Please check PowerSchool regularly to monitor your student's grades, attendance and tardies. If students need academic support, see the academic support section in the newsletter for MAV time and tutoring opportunities.
Students have been given notice if they are exceeding tardies. Students are allowed 3 tardies per class, any beyond 3 requires a lunch detention be served. Lunch detention is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of each month. Please help your student check so they don't lose credit.
Thanks for supporting your student(s).
Substitutes Needed: Parents, Please Consider Subbing for MVHS
We are in a district wide sub shortage. Please consider signing up to be a substitute teacher for West Ada School District. If you want to make arrangements to sub for MVHS, this can be worked out.
Check out substitute information here.
A bonus will be given each month if you work 10 full days or more.
$100 for 10-14 full days worked; $200 for 15 full days or more worked.
COVID Information:
Illness at School
If your student is feeling ill at school, and they text you, please be sure to have your student report to our health office. It is important that the school nurse be involved and the nurse will contact you if your student needs to leave campus.
Thank you!
Feeling Ill, Please Stay Home
Please see the childhood illness page to help you decide if you should come to school or not. If you stay home, a guardian should call the school's attendance line and let them know you are out for illness. Then students should check teams for assignments and work on class work.
Feedback
We also welcome you to view our website and provide any feedback there as well.
Feel free to email:
Scot Montoya: montoya.scot@westada.org
Don Dicus: dicus.don@westada.org (website)
Karen Rice: rice.karen@westada.org (newsletter)
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