MBX thanks those who participate in MBX offerings throughout the year such as MBX Summer School, MBX After School Enrichment Programs, and MBMS Athletics which help support academic, educational, musical, athletic and co-curricular programs established for and in support of the Manhattan Beach schools. MBX additionally organizes volunteers and raises funds to further these activities.

Help Support our MCHS Booster Clubs with MCHS Fan Gear!

Many Mira Costa High School Booster Clubs are excited to promote MCHS branded items. MCHS Fan Gear purchases directly benefit these Boosters!

TEDx SPEAKER - MBX FOUNDATION AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENT INSTRUCTOR

Attendees at the recent Tedx Event on November 2 were treated to a very special speaker…our very own MBX Foundation After School Enrichment Instructor, Rasheme Ellington.

Rasheme spoke to a full house and delivered a dynamic performance. Rasheme has been teaching the game of Chess for over 20 years, as well as being a financial educator, entrepreneur and family man. If the last name sounds familiar, Rasheme's Dad is the fantastic Rue Ellington. Rue, along with his wife Vicky, have been teaching the game of Chess to our After School Enrichment students at the 5 elementary schools for over 25 years. MBX Foundation offers 3 After School Enrichment sessions every school year, and Rue and Rasheme’s Chess classes are always on our schedule –and they always sell out. MBX Foundation & the Manhattan Beach community are so fortunate to work with this dynamic team.

THIS IS COSTA: Part I

On Wednesday, October 16, 2024 MCHS and MBX Foundation welcomed all 8th Graders and their families to Mira Costa's Waller Stadium to learn more about "Life @ Costa", enjoyed performances by the Band, Cheer, & Dance Teams, and visited with the over 50 Mira Costa Clubs and Sports.

Please save the date for THIS IS COSTA: Part 2 taking place in Spring 2025 where 8th Graders and their families will be welcomed back to explore life at Mira Costa High School and learn more about MBX Summer School and specific MCHS Booster Clubs in breakout rooms. More information to come.

MBX CONGRATULATES SENIOR ATHLETES

Fifteen Senior Mustangs signed on to play sports at the college level. Congratulations from MBX and best of luck to these seniors. View the slideshow.

• Harrison Belden - University of Chicago - Baseball
• Ellie Black - University of California Davis (UC Davis) - Beach Volleyball 
• Fred Brown - Emory University - Swimming
• Andrew Chapin - University of Southern California (USC) - Indoor Volleyball
• McKenna Cooper - University of California Santa Barbara (UCSB) - Soccer
• Taylor Deckert - University of Southern California (USC) - Indoor Volleyball
• Kate Donnelly - University of California Davis (UC Davis) - Lacrosse
• Sophie Guitron - Keiser University - Flag Football
• Win Gurney - Oregon State University - Baseball
• Connor Jones - Arizona State University - Baseball
• Cooper Keane - University of Southern California (USC) - Indoor Volleyball
• Mia Komsky - University of Oregon - Beach Volleyball
• Alisa Lansky - University of California San Diego (UC San Diego) - Tennis 
• Emily Pfaff - Loyola Marymount University (LMU) - Beach Volleyball
• Lucas Schermer - University of California Irvine (UCI) - Baseball 

FOOTBALL

TENNIS - GIRLS

We had an incredible turnout for our annual Veteran’s Day Tennis Camp! It was a huge success and we sold out again this year. Thank you for supporting our Costa Girls Tennis!

MIRA COSTA MUSIC

Join Band, Choir and Orchestra in December for their Winter Concerts. Purchase the Winter Concert Series Bundle to attend all three concerts at a reduced rate. You can purchase tickets here.

CHEER

Join Costa Cheer for a day of traditions, basketball sidelines and perform at a Costa Basketball game on January 28, 2025. Ages: 4-12 / Register here / View the flyer

SUPPORT DANCE WITH MCHS FAN GEAR Order your Costa Sweaters & Cardigans today to show your school spirit. Purchase here. View the flyer.

COMEDY SPORTZ

Final match of 2024 - Friday December 7th at 7pm in the Small Theatre.

DANCE

It’s time again for the ever so popular LIP SYNC competition!!! Purchase tickets here.

DANCE - WREATH FUNDRAISER

Wreaths and garland sales have closed, but dance fundraising raffle items are still available. All wreath and garland orders will be delivered by the dancers. Purchase raffle items here.

DRAMA / TECH

Thank you for the incredible turn out for our fall production, Anatomy of Gray. Up next, our Spring Musical, Bright Star, opening April 25. All Mira Costa students are invited to audition for the musical on December 11th. Please contact Mr. Westerberg for more info on auditions.

MUN

MUN is continuing to work hard in debates! Our delegates have showcased their skills at Edison High School and at BruinMUN, UCLA’s renowned Model UN conference. Select delegates traveling to William & Mary Conference have just concluded roasts, a Costa tradition of quizzing delegates on their topics to prepare for a debate. Meanwhile, Costa MUN is stepping out to participate in Mira Costa’s Lip Sync competition, where delegates will channel their skills into sick dance moves! Finally, our students are finalizing preparations for our conference, LAIMUN. 

LAIMUN TOURS: Don’t miss the chance to register for a LAIMUN tour at laimun.org on December 7th and 8th at 9 and 10:30 am, where you will be able to take an inside look into the MUN experience, guided by our very own Costa delegates!

Fall Calendar

11/15-17   William & Mary Williamsburg, Virginia

11/23-24   Tustin High School, Tustin

12/7-8     LAIMUN

MUN - HOLIDAY POINSETTIA FUNDRAISER deadline extended until 12/2/24 Get into the holiday spirit and support Costa's Model UN program by purchasing festive Poinsettias! Pick up of all poinsettia plants will take place on Saturday, December 7, 2024 between the hours of 7:30–11:00am in the front, administration parking lot at Mira Costa High School. Purchase here.

SURF - Boys and Girls

The annual Kick off Classic surf competition is a multi-day event hosted in both Hermosa and Manhattan beach with quarter, semi and final rounds coming next. Costa looking to repeat as champions.

TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING

We are excited to share some fantastic news from the Mira Costa Cybersecurity Club! Our club recently participated in the first round of the CyberPatriot competition, with impressive results. For those unfamiliar, CyberPatriot is a national youth cybersecurity program created by the Air Force Association (AFA). It’s designed to inspire students toward careers in cybersecurity and other STEM fields. 

• Two out of our three teams scored a perfect 36/36! 
• One team completed the challenge in just 1 hour 56 minutes, well within the allotted 4-hour time frame, and placed in the top 4.48% nationwide! 
• The second team also scored a perfect 36/36 and ranked in the top 12.64%. 
• The third team earned a 35/36 (still a remarkable performance!) placing in the top 14.36%. 

If you’re interested in joining the Cybersecurity Club, we meet every Wednesday at lunch in Room 112 (Mr. Selmi’s room). New members are always welcome, and there’s no experience required—just an interest in learning about cybersecurity and building your skills. We do lots of cool competitions, like Cyberpatriot, throughout the year, as well as interesting presentations, volunteer opportunities, and more!

BASKETBALL - BOYS

The Costa boys have been hard at work, training daily and competing in fall league games as they prepare for the upcoming season. To kick off the excitement, the program held two special events: Mustang Madness and the Kick-Off Dinner. Both were filled with energy, bringing players and families together to rally support for the upcoming season.

Mark your calendars! The season officially tips off the week of November 18th, with Varsity competing at the Ocean View Tournament, JV and Frosh at the St. Anthony Tournament, and JV II taking on Lakewood. The first home games come to Costa on December 10th against Riverside Poly—let’s pack the stands and give the Mustangs some serious home-court advantage! Visit our website for schedule details.

BEACH BONANZA We’re excited to host the Beach Bonanza on November 29-30, an invite-only high school tournament powered by All In Elite. This Thanksgiving Break event will showcase 10 of the top 30 teams in SoCal and some of the top college prospects around. Tickets are now available for purchase here.

RUGBY - GIRLS and BOYS

Save the Date: Pancakes for a Purpose! Join us on Saturday, January 25, 2025, from 9am to 12pm for a delicious pancake breakfast in support of the Mira Costa Rugby Teams—both boys and girls!

This delicious tradition serves up not only hearty pancakes (and bacon!) but also a full day of rugby action with both girls’ and boys’ games on display! It’s a perfect family-friendly event with plenty of food, community spirit, and incredible rugby performances. So grab your friends and family, come out to support the teams, and dive into the excitement of this winter rugby season.

SUPPORT RUGBY WITH MCHS FAN GEAR - Need a soft cushion for those cold, hard bleachers? Buy your Costa Seat Cushions! Order here. View the flyer.

RUGBY - GIRLS

Girls’ Rugby Dominates League with 4-2 Record So Far in Season. Our Girls’ Rugby team is making strides this season, now standing at a solid 4-2 record after two successful tournament weekends in San Diego! The team showed impressive grit and teamwork, dominating with strong tackles and advancing through quick, strategic plays. Their defensive pressure and cohesive communication led to key tries that secured our wins. Our Girls’ Rugby has their next tournament on November 16th at Cathedral Catholic High School. Go Costa Rugby!!

RUGBY - BOYS

Boys’ Rugby Season Kick-Off: Get Ready for the Legendary Green & Gold Game! Rugby fans, it’s that time of year again! The boys’ rugby season is kicking off with the iconic Green & Gold Game on November 21 at Mira Costa High School. This action-packed game promises to be an electrifying event and start to the season as players face off in a battle of school pride, skill, and sheer grit. Whether you’re a long-time rugby enthusiast or new to the game, the Green & Gold Game is a fantastic way to experience the thrill, intensity, and camaraderie that only rugby can deliver. 

The Green & Gold game is in preparation for the team’s first away league game on December 14th. Bring your energy and be ready to cheer for the boys as they take the field for what’s sure to be a memorable start to the season!

WRESTLING - Co-Ed

The Wrestling season is starting! We are hosting several meets at Mira Costa this year. Come and cheer on the wrestling team! 

• 11/16 Girls tournament at Glendora HS
• 11/16 Boys Varsity at South HS
• 11/19 Dual meet vs Milikin HS at Mira Costa 
• 11/26 Freshman tournament at San Pedro HS
• 12/6 Girls tournament at Walnut HS
• 12/7 Boys Varsity tournament at Mater Dei
• 12/10 Boys JV at Lawndale HS

SUPPORT WRESTLING WITH MCHS FAN GEAR Check out our Wrestling Booster page for MCHS cabana style BEACH TOWELS with green and white stripes and the Mira Costa logo for $30 each. Order your towels here.

We have Mira Costa Socks! Authentic Legends socks with 3 unique MCHS designs:VW Bus | Surfboard | Lifeguard Stand, Just $15 each! Order here.

BASEBALL

Thanksgiving Week Youth Baseball Camp November 25–27

Join the Costa Baseball players and coaches for our annual Thanksgiving camp for kids ages 5-13. Learn the fundamentals from Coach Diver and his staff while interacting with members of the Costa baseball team. Register here.

SUPPORT BASEBALL's ANNUAL HOLIDAY FUNDRAISER Tree purchases have closed, but raffle tickets will be available until 12/6. Purchase here / View the flyer

Additional raffle prizes include Lakers or Kings Tickets for 4, and an Unforgettable 3-hour studio recording session at IGA Studios with a professional engineer (along with autographed Olivia Rodrigo and Eminem items.)

GOLF - BOYS

Boys Golf Tryouts Info: Interested in trying out for Golf? Fill Out this Tryout RSVP form. Assigned tee times will be emailed to players directly by Mike Rosenthal. Plan to be at courses by 3:30pm at the latest. Questions? Please reach out to Mike Rosenthal at mrosenthal@mbusd.org

• Thursday, November 21 at The Lakes.
• Friday, November 22 at Westdrift.
• Monday, December 2 at Chester Washington
• Wednesday, December 4 at Alondra

Our Inaugural Costa Cup Fundraiser was a huge success! A good time was had by all and we want to give a shout out to all the schools that were able to get teams together out on the greens to support our program. Grandview was our Winner of the event and Pacific came in 2nd place! Costa, Meadows, and Hermosa schools all had respectable showings. Next year, Martyrs says they’re coming for the Cup! 

Save the date and mark your calendars for November 2, 2025!! Get your teams together now:)

LACROSSE - GIRLS

🏆 Girls Lacrosse Tryouts Announcement 🏆

It’s time to gear up and show us your skills on the field! We’re excited to announce tryouts for the upcoming Girls' Lacrosse season. Dates: January 27-29; more details to follow.

SWIM

Last call for Swim tryouts! Please register here if you are a new swimmer, or log into your Team Unify account to commit if you are returning. Reach out to Pip Coyne with any questions at: mchsswimdive@gmail.com. Tryouts are on Wednesday December 4th at 2:30pm. 

SUPPORT SWIM WITH MCHS FAN GEAR BEFORE WE SELL OUT Cozy season is here! Our flannel PJ pants can be found on our MBX booster store, order now before we sell out!

TRACK AND FIELD

The Mira Costa Track and Field team is gearing up for an exciting 2025 season! With the focus on Speed, Strength, and Event Abilities, the athletes are certainly in great hands as they continue their development. Having 12 returning CIF athletes is a strong foundation, and their leadership and experience will no doubt inspire the team.

The combination of hard work and fun at practice is a great recipe for team chemistry and improvement. The athletes are being prepared not just for competition but for a positive, supportive environment that will help them grow both individually and as a team.



The 2025 Track & Field season officially kicks off in February!

VOLLEYBALL, BEACH - GIRLS

CALLING ALL CURRENT SENIORS, JUNIORS, SOPHOMORES AND FRESHMAN: Mira Costa Girls Beach Volleyball Tryouts for the 2025 Season are coming up! 

December 2nd & December 3rd (3–4:30pm) at 2nd Street, Manhattan Beach. Please make sure to depart school after your last period and head straight to tryouts. Visit our website and registration link for more info! 

VOLLEYBALL, INDOORS - BOYS

WINTER HOLIDAY CAMP: Sign up for the Winter Holiday Camp - January 2 through 4, 2025 for 3rd through 8th grade boys. Spots are limited and fill up quickly!

SUPPORT INDOOR BOYS VOLLEYBALL WITH MCHS FAN GEAR Arrive to school in style with Mira Costa car gear! For all MCHS students, parents, staff and alumni. Click Volleyball, Indoor - Boys / MBX to purchase.

MCHS BOOSTER FAN GEAR & FUNDRAISERS:

Thank you for supporting MCHS Boosters.

Your purchases directly benefit these organizations!

CHOIR: SEE'S CANDY FUNDRAISER (Purchase online by 12/6)

BASEBALL: HOLIDAY TREES AND MORE

MUN:

POINSETTIAS

RUGBY:

MCHS SEAT CUSHIONS

SWIM:

MCHS PJs

CROSS COUNTRY:

MCHS VEST

CROSS COUNTRY:

MCHS STANLEY CUPS

WRESTLING:

MCHS BEACH TOWELS

WRESTLING:

MCHS LEGENDS SOCKS

CHEER:

MCHS COSTA SWEATERS

VOLLEYBALL, INDOOR - BOYS:

MCHS LICENSE PLATE FRAME AND KEYCHAIN + VB LICENSE PLATE FRAME AND VB CAR MAGNET

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AROUND TOWN

MIRA COSTA SKECHERS WALK TEAM

Thank you to all of our Costa family that participated in this year’s Skechers Pier to Pier Walk. Costa surpassed our goal of 683 walkers, earning valuable funding for our PTSA, which supports every student at Costa. Congratulations to our booster competition winners, Girls Lacrosse and Dance, who had the highest percentage of participation among their members and each earned $750 for their booster club. We appreciate every one of you and will see you next year!

Sponsorships of Mira Costa athletic teams and visual and performing arts organizations are only available through MBX Booster Clubs. This includes the sale of banners, branded merchandise, distribution of promotional materials, publishing game calendars and more.

It has come to our attention that several companies are approaching local businesses and representing themselves as selling sponsorships that say they benefit Mira Costa athletics. These are not authorized representations and NO funds from these activities are received by Mira Costa High School or the teams they say they are representing.

If you or your business are approached, please contact Heather Interian, MBX Executive Director at Heather@mbxfoundation.org. We can verify the validity of the opportunity and direct you to the appropriate booster officers.

To connect with MBX please contact Heather Interian, MBX Foundation Executive Director at Heather@mbxfoundation.org.

To subscribe or submit stories and photos for our next newsletter, please contact:

Julie Johnson, MBX Foundation Communications at julie@mbxfoundation.org