Eagle Newsletter
September 25, 2020
Did You Miss Our Material/Book Pick-Up Day?
School Site Council
Mesa Verde has a School Site Council that is comprised of the principal, school personnel, parents, and students. The purpose of the Council is to review school goals based on school data and allocate the funds necessary to support the goals. This is a wonderful opportunity for parents who are interested in learning about the systems and strategies that support our children’s education. The Council meets approximately five to six times a year with the first three meetings of the year on October 7, October 21, and November 4 from 3pm - 4pm via Zoom.
Currently, we have three (3) parent positions open for a two-year term. This is an elected position. If you are interested in serving on Mesa Verde’s School Site Council, please email school assistant principal, Dennis Panganiban at dpanganiban@powayusd.com by Monday, September 28, 2020 at 4pm. You will be asked to provide a short statement (50-100 words) for the ballot.
Virtual Coffee with Principal Donnelly
Assessments - iReady replaces MAPs this year. We are working with company and District on a parent-friendly report. The diagnostics in math are almost done and we are beginning English Language Arts. We don't know yet about spring assessments from the state.
Instagram - the posts are definitely student friendly and we want all students to access, but not all have phones and/or social media accounts. Moving forward, we will be sure to post both on Instagram and on a school Canvas site (need to set one up, but it won't take long).
We are happy to share that we have two special education classes that began in-person learning this week. Such wonderful smiling faces - both the staff and students! So if you see the buses out front in the mornings and afternoons that is why. We continue to plan for the return of additional special education classes in mid-October.
Dress code - we can bring together a group of students, parents, and teachers to review and revise. If you are interested in being part of that, email cdonnelly@powayusd.com.
Many concerns and questions around reopening for in-person learning and what that could mean for those who return in person and those who stay VLA. We will create an FAQ that reflects most current information and get out to all families. Also discussed that it is important for staff to be sensitive to the fact that all students are not returning to in-person learning when we do reopen and we don't want any student to feel uncomfortable with that decision.
NP4H Applications due by September 30th
MVMS No Place for Hate committee is looking for 3-4 student leaders from each grade level to attend monthly meetings, create lessons and activities for our school, and represent anti-bias and anti-bullying on campus. Please submit an application using this link by Wednesday, Sept. 30th.
PTSA Reflections Art Contest - Deadline is Next Friday!
The deadline for this year's 2020 PTSA Reflections Art Contest is around the corner. Mesa Verde students, don't forget to submit your original art in one or more of the following categories: Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Dance Choreography, Photography, and Visual Arts. This year's theme is "I Matter Because...." The deadline for submissions is Friday, October 2, 2020. This year all entries will be submitted DIGITALLY at the school level. Click here for details regarding entry.
If you have any questions, please contact the PTSA Reflections Chair, Tobey Tam.
PTSA Membership Perks
Mesa Verde PTSA is hosting an Opportunity Drawings for gift cards to local PQ restaurants! One MVPTSA member will be drawn on October 2, 2020. *To qualify for the drawing, membership applications must be received by 4 PM on September 30.*
Visit the Mesa Verde PTSA website to learn more. Use the Membership link to join online now!
Membership and any additional donation is tax deductible: MVPTSA tax ID 330560998.
Support the parents, teachers, and students working to ensure MVMS continues to soar!
*All are welcome to attend our monthly meetings, held the 1st Wednesday of every month. Email mvmsptsapresident@gmail.com for a link to our Zoom!*
Did You Know? California PTSA offers its own perks. As a MVPTSA member you can take advantage of their special deals!
MVMS Robotics
Mesa Verde is conducting a robotics survey for those students interested in participating and for parents that can assist with facilitation. The program is heavily dependent on parent volunteers as coaches. Meetings would be conducted virtually. We will be working with Westview's Robotics Mentorship Program to develop VIRTUAL support until further notice. At this time, we would like to gather information for those interested in the MVMS ROBOTICS Program supported by high school mentors and facilitated by PARENT COACHES. Please fill out the following information if you are interested. Further information will be shared once we've gathered the interest list. DEADLINE is October 1, 2020.
Click button below to take the survey. Please have your students log in through MyPlan to fill out the survey with them.
PUSD Virtual ASES Activities
Yearbooks: On Sale Now
COUNSELOR'S CORNER
Resource Guide for Students and Parents
Resources
Tech Support
To ensure support and assistance for all of our PUSD students and families, the IT Department will be offering additional tech support beginning September 2. Please email pusdithelp@powayusd.com if you need assistance with Canvas, MyPLAN, Zoom, or Chromebooks.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
September 28: Outdoor Library Curbside Pick Up from 2 pm to 5 pm
September 28: School Site Counsil interests due to Dennis Panganiban
September 30: Applications due for No Place For Hate
October 2: Submissions due for PTSA Reflections Art Contest
Contact Us
CONTACT US
General Questions?
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
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