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Halloween Costumes
Since Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, the day to wear costumes to school is Friday, October 30. Halloween is a fun event each fall and we want it to be a safe and inclusive one as well. Here are the guidelines for costumes:
- Costumes must adhere to the AUHSD Student Dress Codes Policy.
- For safety reasons, masks or makeup should not cover the student’s face in a manner that makes the student unrecognizable.
- Toy or fake guns, and other fake weapons are not allowed.
- Costumes that are overly graphic, promote violence, or otherwise might logically be assumed to be offensive to others are not acceptable. Cultures and Religions are not a costume.
- Costumes should not include items with sound effects, lights, odors, or other components which would disrupt the classroom learning environment.
Fall Play
The Drama Department will perform Murder on the Orient Express each night through Sunday of this week. The performance starts each night at 7:00 p.m. Come out and support local high school theater!
BSU Summit Monday
We are pleased to continue the tradition of having a Black Student Union summit again this year. The BSU Summit is Monday, October 19 at the Del Valle Education Center and will focus on empowering our students and ensuring that we provide an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. I will be part of a parent panel/ listening session that morning and I am really looking forward to an open dialogue. It should be a great day!
Winter Sports Start November 2
We held the winter sports parent information meeting Tuesday night in the cafeteria and had a strong showing of parents. Winter sports officially start practicing on November 2. Please check the website at gomats.org for more information about specific teams.
Mr. Bill Schloss
bschloss@auhsdschools.org
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Happy Friday Miramonte!
What a great Parents’ Club meeting this morning! Here is a link to our PC updates. Thank you to Dr. Walker for sharing the latest Challenge Success data with us, and to all the parents who joined the conversation. It was incredibly informative to take a closer look at the data and, more importantly, reassuring to see how intentional and thoughtful our school and district are in assessing and responding to the needs of our students.
As I mentioned during the meeting, we would love to continue these conversations! If there are topics you’d like to explore more deeply as a parent community, or ideas for future Parents’ Club meetings or parent education opportunities, please reach out. We are here to support our students and families, and your input helps us make these gatherings as meaningful and valuable as possible.
On a fun note, I’m so excited to see Murder on the Orient Express tomorrow night! I’ve already heard wonderful things about the production, and I hope you’ll join me in supporting our incredibly talented theater and stagecraft students. So much time, creativity, and hard work go into bringing these performances to life, and it means so much to have our community show up for them!
And finally, GO MATS! There is so much to celebrate in Miramonte athletics right now! From cross country, golf, tennis, water polo, flag football, volleyball, and United Sports soccer to our football team taking the field tonight, our student-athletes are giving it their all. I love seeing the dedication, teamwork, and school spirit across so many sports, and it's especially exciting to see our students, families, and community filling the sidelines and stands to cheer them on. These kids work so hard, and that support really does make a difference!
Let's keep showing up for one another, celebrating our students, and making the most of all the wonderful things happening at Miramonte.
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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Just Over Two Weeks to Go! Help Pass Measure W: Vote and Volunteer!
Measure W needs roughly 50,000 YES votes to WIN. Our team of volunteers has been working hard, but we need help. Now is the time.
How do we win? Vote and volunteer! Vote YES on W, then remind 5 friends to vote YES too. And from now until Election Day, take ONE shift — there's something for everyone. Sign up here.
Vote YES for Miramonte— vote YES on W! YesForOurHighSchools.com
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October 15-18: Fall Play, 7:00-10:00 p.m., Miramonte Theater Purchase tickets
October 16: Parents' Club General Meeting, 9:00-10:00 a.m., MHS Library
October 17: Class of 2028 Dads' Social
October 19: AUHSD BSU Summit, 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
October 21: Sophomore/Junior PSAT Test, 7:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
October 22: SEPAC Virtual Panel for IEP/504 Families 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
October 24: Class of 2029 Parents' Social
October 30: MSEPN Coffee Chat 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
October 30: Halloween Spirit Day
November 2: Winter Sports Begin
November 5: Start Smart Safe Driving Event, 6:30-8:30 p.m., MHS Theater
November 5: Class of 2027 Parent Party
November 9: Wed/Fri Block Schedule
November 10: Fall Sports Signing Day during Brunch, 11:40-11:55 a.m.
November 11: No School; Veteran's Day
November 14: Ludi Latin Convention, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., San Jose
November 15: Public Speaking Speech and Debate Showcase, 3:00-5:00 p.m.
November 18-20: Wellness Gratitude Tabling Week
November 23-27: No School; Thanksgiving Fall Break
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Get on the List!
On Wednesday, October 21, we will publish a list of all Miramonte families who have donated to ONE-Miramonte this school year.
It’s not too late to make a donation and be included among the families supporting the academic classes and programs that contributions to ONE-Miramonte make possible.
If you donated through your employee portal, your gift may not have been received yet. Please reach out if you’d like to check whether your donation has been received to ensure you’re on the donor list.
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Our directory is up and running! On our NEW site, you can see directory contact information, upcoming calendar events, our Parents' Club board members and PC meetings for the year. This is a password protected website. You will need to login and confirm your information prior to gaining access.
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Miramonte High School AP Exams 2027
Dates: May 3-14; Cost: $110 through November 8; $150 until March 8
Most exams have switched to fully digital or hybrid digital. Find out if your device is approved here.
Registering is a 2 step process:
STEP 1: Join your class section in AP Classroom
STEP 2: PAY for the exam on the MHS Webstore
Questions? Contact Jennifer Lezcano
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Announcing the Miramonte Special Education Parent Network!
This is a new community where parents and caregivers of students with IEPs, 504 plans, learning differences or specialized learning needs are welcomed, informed and supported through peer connections and practical resources as they navigate high school and after graduation.
Come to our first Parent Coffee on Friday, October 30 at 9 a.m. in the Miramonte Library. Questions? Email MSEPN!
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Special Education Advisory Committee (SEPAC): Meet the people behind the district services that support students with an IEP, 504/ESC. Learn who does what, who to contact for specific questions and needs and how to navigate the support system all in one evening!
Bookmark and click the meeting link on Oct 22! https://meet.google.com/hoh-fheq-yoj
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Del Rey Elementary School - Boofest Volunteers Needed
Student volunteers needed to help with Del Rey Elementary School's Boofest on October 24. Sign up here
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Join us for the Start Smart Safe Driving Class on November 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the MHS Theater. Contra Costa CHP Officer Daniel Gilmore will lead this interactive traffic safety event for drivers and soon-to-be drivers and their parents. Parents MUST attend with their teens. Registration is required. If registering multiple students, please complete the form for each student attending. Don’t delay; this free event fills up quickly.
Register here Questions? Contact Gina Gabriel
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Students who received a D or F in a graduation required course should contact their counselor to see if they are eligible for remediation through the district’s UC Scout courses. Remediation is important if your student wants to maintain UC/CSU eligibility.
Seniors
- Counselors are continuing to meet individually with seniors to discuss post-high school plans!
- If your senior is applying to college, they should request transcripts via MaiaLearning.
- Consider attending the Academy college application workshops in the College and Career Center. Students can sign up using TeachMore.
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DVC Kick Start Program
Diablo Valley College’s Welcome & Connect Services is offering an additional enrollment support opportunity for seniors who are considering DVC after high School. The DVC Kick Start Program is a series of zoom sessions where they work directly with students to help them complete each step of their enrollment process. DVC will still visit Miramonte during the spring to provide their regular DVC presentation and workshop but Kick Start simply gives students who are already considering DVC the opportunity to start the enrollment process earlier and receive more step-by-step support along the way.
The series of Zoom session will include:
- Informational Webinar, Tuesday, October 27
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An overview of the Kick Start Program, the enrollment process, and the benefits of participating. It is open to graduating seniors and parents/supporters.
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Application Workshops Dates and times will be posted as the program progresses Step-by-step guidance with completing the DVC application.
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Enrollment Workshops Dates and times will be posted as the program progresses. Step-by-step guidance with completing orientation, English/ESL/Match placements, submitting the Special Admit Form, and enrolling in COUNS 095NC for academic advising.
Note: Students with IEPs/504s are welcome to participate in Kick Start; however, students planning to utilize DVC’s Disability Support Services (DSS) have a different enrollment process. Kick Start workshops will focus on the general DVC enrollment process and not the DSS enrollment process.
We have a lot of colleges coming next week!
Tuesday, October 20:
- University of Oklahoma - Norman Campus
- Ohio University - Main Campus
- Claremont McKenna College
- Eckerd College
- University of California - Santa Barbara
- Occidental
Wednesday, October 21:
- University of Tennessee - Knoxville
- Davidson
- Wesleyan University
Thursday, October 22:
- Hofstra University
- University of Iowa
- Chapman University
- St. Olaf College
- Gonzaga University
- University of San Diego
Friday, October 23:
- Stony Brook University
- Bryn Mawr College
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A huge thank you to all of our families and staff for your support during
Anti-Bullying /No Hate Week! We had a wonderful week filled with meaningful activities that encouraged kindness, respect, acceptance, and inclusion across our campus.
Our students participated in activities designed to promote positive relationships,
celebrate differences, and help ensure that everyone feels safe, welcomed, and valued at school. We are so proud of our students for embracing the message that kindness matters and that we all play an important role in creating a positive school community.
Thank you for partnering with us to reinforce these important values at home and at
school. Together, we can continue to build a campus where every student feels they belong!
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Get Connected
If you have questions about Wellness, please email us at
mhswellness@auhsdschools.org
To refer a student to Wellness, please use this form: Miramonte Wellness Referral Form
Follow us on Instagram @miramonte_wellness to find out more about what we're doing to support Miramonte students. There is also additional information about our program on the Miramonte High School website
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Murder on the Orient Express: Three Shows Remaining!
All aboard! Just three chances remain to catch the Miramonte Players’ production of Murder on the Orient Express in the Miramonte Theater.
A train. A murder. Everyone’s a suspect. Join Hercule Poirot aboard the legendary Orient Express for a fast-paced evening of mystery, suspense and humor as he races to uncover the killer.
Remaining Shows:
Cast 1: October 16 at 7:00 p.m.
Cast 2: October 17 & 18 at 7:00 p.m.
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE
Planning to see a particular student perform? Please see ticketing website for cast lists.
| Follow us on Instagram: @miramonte.arts, the new parent-run VPA Committee Instagram account created to spotlight and celebrate Miramonte’s student artists and performers across music, theater, improv and visual arts. Look for upcoming events, student spotlights, behind-the-scenes moments, creative videos and other fun ways we’re showcasing the arts at Miramonte. Follow along and help us celebrate our talented Mats! | |
We Need You! Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) Parent Committee
We’re excited to share that our VPA Committee is getting underway and looking for parents who would like to volunteer and help support our VPA programs. Please
complete this interest form.
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MHS Boosters: New partnership with Greenlight Driving School
Does your soon to be driver need behind the wheel training?
- If your student is 15 and you’re looking into Driver Training, look no further than our Give Back partner Greenlight Driver Training!
Voted BEST Driver Training in the East Bay the last three years, they provide everything your new driver needs to get their Permit and License. Plus, their unique simulator training allows new drivers to learn HOW to drive in the safety of the simulator BEFORE they begin their behind-the-wheel lessons!
Get your student the driver’s training they need, and support Miramonte Boosters!
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Class of 2027
Our Chipotle Fundraiser is on October 21 from 4:00-8:00 p.m. at the Lafayette location. Please mention "Class of 2027 Miramonte Fundraiser” when you place your order.
Save the Date! Senior Parent Party is November 5
Senior year isn’t just for the kids! Save the date for a fun night out with fellow Class of 2027 parents. More details to come, but for now, mark your calendars!
Our Last See’s Candy Fundraiser - Shop for the Holidays
Our fundraiser is open! Shop here and stock up on holiday favorites while supporting the Class of 2027 one last time. Orders close December 4.
Senior Portraits Reminder
All seniors must schedule a photo session with Creative Imaging by November 21 to be included in the yearbook. You are under no obligation to buy anything; we just need the photo! Please get in touch with Creative Imaging to schedule your photo session: call 925-485-6025, email orders@ciphotoca.com or go online.
Questions? Contact the Class of 2027 Parent Advisors.
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Class of 2028
Sausage Fest 2.0: Class of 2028 Dads' Night is October 17!
Sausage Fest is back this year and it's bigger and better! Come hang with fellow Mats Dads at a casual backyard BBQ. Your ticket includes drinks, games, and a variety of grilled sausages, fixings and sides. All are welcome!
Buy your ticket for our Class of 2028 Dads' Night on October 17 HERE
Please DONATE to our Class of 2028 Activities Fund TODAY!
This class fund supports all of our major Junior and Senior year events including Prom (both years), Senior Week (Fall and Spring) and GRAD NIGHT.
More Upcoming Events Etc...all of these can be accessed through our LinkTree HERE!
Questions? Contact the Class of 2028 Parent Advisors.
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Class of 2029
Hi Class of 2029 Parents!
We need your support—for both our Class of 2029 and the Orinda community. There are several easy ways to get involved, lend a hand, and make a difference.
Get engaged!
Get involved with Measure W! Voter outreach is the #1 need. Please consider volunteering to have phone or door-to-door conversations with voters in Orinda. This is the single biggest lever we have, one real conversation moves more votes than anything else we do. SIGN UP HERE
Buy Your Tickets for the Sophomore Spooktacular Parent Party! Join us on October 24 for a fun night out with fellow Class of 2029 parents! Drinks, catered taco dinner, candy and dessert bar, plus more surprises. Tickets are limited and this event is expected to sell out, so don’t wait—buy yours today! CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE
Donate to the Class of 2029 Activities Fund. Thank you to everyone who has donated! We’re currently at 47% participation, and our goal is 100%. This is the single easiest way to support the Class of 2029 over the next three years. Every dollar goes directly toward the experiences our kids will remember — Prom, Senior Week, and Graduation. Please help us reach 100% participation! DONATE HERE
Questions? Contact the Class of 2029 Parent Advisors.
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Class of 2030
Thank you to our class members who came out to spiritedly support Measure W at the rally before school again on Tuesday!
We still need help on Measure W! Please consider helping by doing one of the following:
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Voter outreach (our #1 need). Phone or door-to-door conversations with voters in Orinda. This is the single biggest lever we have, one real conversation moves more votes than anything else we do. SIGN UP HERE
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Write note cards to your neighbors. Sign up to write a stack of handwritten notes explaining why Measure W matters to you. We'll give you cards, stamps, names, addresses, and talking points. SIGN UP HERE
Mark your calendar for Saturday, November 14 from 5:00-9:00 p.m. for our Chipotle Fundraiser at the Chipotle in Lafayette. Order online using code H9G7D7D or grab the flyer from our linktree!
Please DONATE to our Class of 2030 activities fund here!
Don't forget to follow our class Instagram, Facebook and LinkTree to keep track of all the places you can go to get information!
Questions? Contact the Class of 2030 Parent Advisors.
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Next AUHSD Board Meeting
The next AUHSD Board Meeting is on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. The agenda will be posted on Sunday, November 1. The meeting is held at the district office, with the public portion beginning at 7 p.m. You may also watch the live broadcast Upcoming Meetings: November 18, December 16.
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