No School: Mar. 25
A reminder that there is no school for students on Monday, March 25. It is a Teacher Service Day (professional development for staff).
No MVWSD+ Afterschool Programs on Thursday, March 21
Due to preparations for Elementary School Open House, there will be no MVWSD+ Afterschool Programs on Thursday, March 21. MVWSD+ families, thank you in advance for making other arrangements. This affects all Right At School programs, all Beyond the Bell programs, and the district-paid YMCA programs. Programs resume as normal on Friday, March 22. For more information, please contact [email protected] or call (650) 526-3500 x1061.
Invitations for districtwide Summer Programs will be emailed to those who qualify beginning in mid March
Qualifying families will soon be receiving invitations to one or more programs that will provide summertime care, enrichment, and academic support. The majority of these programs are for students who are English Learners and/or considered socioeconomically disadvantaged. The programs vary in scope and specific qualification criteria.
Students with IEPs who have Extended School Year services documented in their IEPs will be receiving information about that program by March 22.
Parent University: Preparing for Middle School
Date and Time: 4/2/24 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Registration Link: http://mvw.sd/pu040224
Nervous about middle school? We get it! Change can be daunting, but it can also lead to amazing new experiences. Join us to learn how to support your children as they prepare for the next stage in their academic and social lives. We will feature a panel of staff and students from Crittenden and Graham who will offer lots of wisdom and details about grades six, seven, and eight. See you there!
To submit your questions prior to the event, go to mvw.sd/questions.
Annual Reclassification Ceremony: Thursday, April 25
Our yearly celebration of former English Learner students who have reclassified as fluent in English this school year will take place on the afternoon of April 25 at Crittenden. Invitations will be sent home to families by the end of March. We are all looking forward to cheering on the students’ achievement!
Crittenden Middle musical: "High School Musical Jr."
Crittenden Middle School Performing Arts proudly presents "High School Musical Jr."! Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with laughter, music, and incredible performances. Mark your calendars, invite your friends and family, and join us for a night of entertainment that will leave you singing and dancing all the way home. We can't wait to see you there!
Tickets are now available for purchase here. You can see the show at:
Dates and times:
Fri March 22 7:00pm
Sat March 23 7:00pm
Sun March 24 2:00pm
Location:
Leanne Rzepiela Auditorium
Crittenden Middle School
1701 Rock St. Mountain View, CA 94043
Ticket Prices:
Adult $15 - Child/Student $10.
National Nutrition Month
March is National Nutrition Month! Eating healthy doesn’t have to break your grocery budget. Planning meals, opting for whole foods and seasonal produce, and using frozen and canned veggies are just a few ways to save money while enjoying a nutritious diet. For more tips for eating healthy on a budget check out this resource from the Centers for Disease Control.
MVEF Gala & Graham New Family Potluck
Mark your calendars! This month is packed with opportunities to connect with our school community. Don't miss the MVEF Gala, a chance to celebrate the talents of our middle school musicians and vocalists while supporting vital arts programs. Get your ticketsnow to take advantage of early bird pricing! And for our 5th grade families, join us for a welcome potluck at Graham Middle School on March 22nd, please RSVP today! The Crittenden welcome potluck date will occur in May, stay tuned for updates.
SCCOE Environmental Literacy Summit
Join Santa Clara County Office of Education on Saturday, April 27 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the third annual Environmental Literacy Summit featuring guest speakers, student-led panels, interactive workshops, and an opportunity to connect with our community-based partners. This year's theme is Building Climate Resiliency Together, and will focus on key themes of reducing our impact, supporting healthy school communities, and providing environmental and climate literacy education. The registration fee of $50 includes a light breakfast, lunch, resources, and entry into raffle. This event is free for full-time students in grades 3-12. Register at https://sccoe.to/ELS2024