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CAASPP Smarter Balanced Assessment testing for all 11th-grade students begins next week. This important state assessment provides valuable insights into our students’ academic progress, helping faculty, administration, district staff, the Governing Board, parents, and community members understand their achievements and areas for growth. The results also guide teachers in refining their instruction and curriculum to ensure every student stays on track for future academic success. Additionally, this data plays a critical role in shaping staffing, budgeting, and programming decisions.
Our school's overall CAASPP scores contribute to our School Profile, a key document reviewed by college admissions officers and various organizations. Miramonte consistently ranks among the top-performing schools in the district and state, and our strong profile enhances students' opportunities as they apply to colleges and programs after high school.
To help ensure your student’s success during testing, here are some ways you can provide support at home:
- Emphasize the importance of the tests. Talk with your child about how a strong School Profile benefits them and their peers, reinforcing the value of doing their best.
- Remind them they are prepared. Our students have worked hard and are well-equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed. Practice tests have provided a solid foundation, so they should feel confident in their abilities.
- Encourage strong attendance. Consistent attendance is essential to academic success throughout the year, and it’s especially important during testing.
- Promote healthy habits. Make sure your student gets enough sleep and takes advantage of the free breakfast available in the cafeteria before school starts.
- Maintain a positive mindset. Encourage your student to approach the tests with confidence, focus, and a commitment to doing their best on every question.
CAASPP Testing Schedule:
- Math: March 18th–21st
- English: March 25th–28th
- Science: April 7th–11th
Thank you for your support, and Go Mats!
Have a great weekend and Go Mats!
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Happy Friday Miramonte Families,
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Hope everyone enjoys a wonderful and relaxing three-day weekend!
As you enjoy the break, don’t forget to grab your tickets for next week’s Advanced Drama Senior Honors Performances. Our talented students have created an exciting lineup of original short plays—everything from suspenseful mysteries to thought-provoking dramas to laugh-out-loud comedies. It’s all student-produced, with our amazing stagecraft students designing incredible sets, lighting, and production. The show, Insult to Injury, runs March 18-21 at 7:00 p.m. in the MHS Theater. Be sure to reserve your tickets!
Also, please remind your students to cheer on our Unified Basketball Team as they take on Acalanes next Wednesday, March 19. The game will be in the Big Gym at lunch, and it would be awesome to see a big crowd there showing their support! GO MATS!
Don't miss our next Parent Club meeting right after spring break. Join us on Wednesday, April 16, at 11:15 a.m. in the Student Union to hear from our Associate Superintendent, John Walker, as he shares insights on AI in education and provides an important update on our Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP). We hope to see you there!
Stay up to date with all Parents' Club activities by visiting our website. As always, please reach out with any questions or concerns.
Warmly,
Christina Linezo
Chair MHS Parents' Club
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March 17: Staff Development Day; No School
March 18-28: CAASPP Testing
March 18-21: Short Play Festival: Insult to Injury; 7:00 p.m.; MHS Theater (tickets)
March 22: Senior Ball
March 28-30: State Latin Convention
March 31-April 4: Spring Break; No School
April 7-April 11: CAST Testing
April 9: CCC-Paying the Bill-Virtual Event; 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.; Zoom
April 16: Parents Club Meeting; 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; MHS1-Wellness Center 100
April 18-April 19: Spring Musical; 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.; MHS Theatre
April 21-April 25: Environmental Spirit Week
April 26: Junior Prom; 5:00 - 11:00 p.m.
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We need your help!
We haven’t met our fundraising goal for the year yet.
Only 55% of Miramonte families have made a donation of any size to ONE-Miramonte.
Every student benefits from the academic classes and programs that gifts to ONE-Miramonte help fund. Click on our budget below for all the details, but in addition to funding 19 extra class sections at Miramonte, all classes receive supplemental funding for classroom materials and supplies from parent donations. Visual and performing arts classes also receive support from our budget. ONE-Miramonte funds extra staff hours in our unparalleled College & Career Center, provides for a fully-staffed Wellness Center, and helps fund popular academic programs, such as The Mirador, Link Crew, Public Speaking and Latin, among many more.
If you’re wondering if your student benefits from donations to ONE-Miramonte the answer is a resounding YES! That’s why we aim for 100% participation.
Today is a great day to join your friends and neighbors in supporting our school by making a donation to ONE-Miramonte!
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ONE Orinda Annual Benefit
Save the date for the 3rd Annual ONE Orinda Benefit on Friday, April 11, 2025, 6:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m. at the Wilder Art and Garden Center. This event is open to everyone in our community - school families, community members, and local businesses. Purchase tickets HERE
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On Monday, March 24, Miramonte High School is hosting a blood drive with the Stanford Blood Donation Center. This event is open to students who are over the age of 16 and their parents, providing them with the opportunity to contribute to a life-saving cause by donating blood. Students aged 16 will need to fill out a consent form with parent permission. Other students 17 and older do not require a consent form. All participants under 18 need to meet height and weight requirements linked below. The donated blood will be utilized in hospitals across the bay area, where the blood will be used for transfusions. The blood donated by Miramonte students and parents will directly support patients in need of transfusions for various medical conditions, including serious injuries, surgeries, childbirth, anemia, blood disorders, and cancer treatments. By participating in the blood drive, students and their families can make an immediate difference in the lives of those requiring critical medical care. The event will take place in the main gym from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and we strongly encourage everyone to participate and contribute to this vital cause. Everyone who donates blood gets a $15 giftcard to the store of their choice, as well as being entered into a raffle with the chance to win Club Suite tickets to the Warriors. Your involvement will help Miramonte High School create a meaningful and positive impact on the community.
Important links:
Sign up!!
Consent form for 16 year olds
Donation requirements
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AUHSD Summer School: If your child earned a D or F in a high school graduation requirement course this year, they may be able to remediate the course during summer school. See a counselor for an application or visit the district website!
- Summer school will be held this year in one, 5-week session.
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Classes begin Monday, June 9 and end Thursday, July 10, 2025.
- Location: Las Lomas High School
Sophomores and juniors, are you looking for a summer program that is affordable and close to home? If so, DVC has a great option for you to explore! DVC Career Academies are week(s) long offerings that run all summer long! These are the types of programs that colleges love to see and you will earn college credits upon completion!! If you would like more information, please click here.
Follow us! Parents and students can follow the new Miramonte Counseling Instagram account for information, news, and advice from the counseling department.
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On Tuesday, March 18, the Contra Costa County Office of Education will present Fentanyl Awareness and Overdose Rescue Training. Learn about the opioid epidemic and the dangers of fentanyl at this countywide hybrid event. This event is designed for educators, parents, and community members who want to make a difference. Please click here for additional details and click here to register.
Last week's Social Media and Screen Time Awareness Week couldn't have happened without generous support from the Orinda community! Many thanks to Loard's Orinda for donating a custom ice cream cake, Orinda Theater for donating movie tickets and snacks, and the all new Nine Tailed Fox boba shop for donating several boba gift cards. If you happen to go in these shops this weekend, please thank them for their contributions. Enjoy the long weekend!
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Short Play Festival: Insult to Injury - March 18-21, 7:00 p.m., in the MHS Theater
Experience an electrifying lineup of original short plays that are conceived, written, and directed by our Advanced Drama Senior Honors students as their capstone project. From suspenseful mysteries to thought-provoking dramas to outrageous comedies, Insult to Injury delivers an unforgettable night of theater. These performances are brought to life by our stagecraft students, who design and produce every aspect of the show.
Purchase your reserved tickets here.
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Parent volunteers needed! Sign up to help today!
We need your support to make our upcoming short play production truly exceptional! The success of each show depends greatly on the generosity of parents like you, and we need every family to participate! Please sign up here TODAY to help
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Miramonte Music in the News!
The Orinda News recently featured Miramonte’s Digital Music Production class and how it’s fostering creativity for students. Read the full article here.
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Class of 2025
Senior Mats Gear Collection
Wednesday, March 12- Wednesday March 19
Collect your old Mats Gear and bring to the Miramonte Office and put in the bin. Thank you!
Senior Ball
Saturday, March 22, at the Exploratorium. Click here for all the details.
Dave's Hot Chicken Post-Ball Class Fundraiser
Sunday, March 23, all day
2390 Monument Blvd Ste C, Pleasant Hill, CA
Mention Miramonte at checkout and we get 20% of proceeds!
Grad Yard Signs
Celebrate your soon-to-be graduate! $25 per sign in the webstore through Friday, March 28.
Pick-up: Late April timeframe Questions: Jessica Elkind
Senior Slide Show
We need your photos and videos of your senior for our Senior Slideshow. The show is a very fun part of Senior Week! We're going for inclusiveness and range and would love for everyone to be featured.
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Please submit 3 photos or short videos (no longer than 15 seconds) of your senior. Don't forget about throwback pics, adorable kid pics, sports and performances killer shots! Group shots are awesome!
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Please LABEL your files with your senior's name, e.g. MariaSmith_1
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Upload to our Google Drive folder by Friday, March 28.
Questions: Chrissie Denniston
Time of Reflection Sign-up
Senior Performers, Speakers, and Artists - Sign Up for Time of Reflection
The Class of 2025 Time of Reflection is on Sunday, May 18, and is an inspirational event for graduating seniors and their families. Check out all the details here Seniors wishing to participate must submit their Screening Request form by Friday, April 18.
Questions? Contact the Class of 2025 Parent Advisors
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Class of 2027
Parent Party - New Date!
Due to the not-so-great weather forecast, we have moved our Parent Social to April 17th. This party will be hosted by Keith and Marita Erickson and we will send out details soon.
Thank you to those who already purchased tickets, we’re happy to apply your ticket purchase to the new date. If you are unable to make the new date, please see our recent newsletter (sent Tuesday morning) and let us know how you would like us to proceed.
Mark your calendar for our dine-out on the town fundraiser on Monday, April 9. Treat your family to Local Kitchens for dinner and help raise funds for our class. More details to follow.
Questions? Contact the Class of 2027 Parent Advisors
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8th Grade Spirt Pack
Know or have an incoming 8th grader? Get them set up with their Miramonte gear by purchasing a First Years starter pack- $75 includes a green Miramonte hoodie, striped "M" beanie, and "M" car magnet. Deadline to order is Monday, March 31, 2025. Order on the Miramonte Webstore- Booster's Club, 8th grade starter pack (Merchandise will deliver in early May). Questions? Contact Lee O'Haver.
DSG Code
Spring sports are in full swing! If you are finding that you need additional gear for the season, please enjoy this 20% off coupon at Dick's Sporting Goods from affiliation with CIF and partnership with DSG:
DSG Coupon
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Follow us!
Parents and students can follow the Athletic Boosters @miramonteathletics
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Local Parcel Tax Funding
AUHSD Governing Board recently approved a parcel tax measure on the May 6, 2025 special election ballot. For more information, please visit the district website
Next AUHSD Board Meeting
The next AUHSD Board Meeting is on Wednesday, March 19. The agenda will be posted here on Sunday, March 16. The meeting is held at the district office, with the public portion beginning at 7:00 p.m. You may also watch the live broadcast here.
The upcoming board meetings for 2025 are on the following Wednesdays: April 16, May 7, May 21, and June 4.
AUHSD Special Education Department
Is your AUHSD student ages 16-22 and on an IEP? Learn how Work Ability and Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) services can help them gain job skills, explore careers, and prepare for success after high school. This information session will be held on Wednesday, March 12, 6:00 -7:00 p.m. at the Del Valle Campus, Room 400, Walnut Creek.
Please contact Leigh Gregory, Executive Director, Special Education with any questions.
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