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Dear Cheetah Community,
5th grade completes their state testing this week with the CAST. Students take the CAST in 5th, 8th, and in high school, so this is their first time. Go, 5th Grade!
Next week, grades K-5 will have iReady testing. We will start with Math, and then move to Reading. Families will receive reports after iReady Diagnostic 3 testing is complete.
IREADY TEST SCHEDULE - Week of 5/12/25:
5th - Math: Monday & Tuesday
K-4th - Math: Tuesday and Wednesday
K-5th - Reading: Thursday and Friday
As always, please make sure that your student has a good night of sleep and a good breakfast!
We are going to keep up our morning cheering through next week - don’t be too shy to join us! We have plenty of pom poms!
STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK
It is only Wednesday and the staff is already feeling the love of the community! Thank you to everyone who has reached out to a teacher or staff member to thank them for their hard work and care for the students. THANK YOU!
FUN VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY on 5/23 during school
Join us to volunteer during an interactive planetarium experience on 5/16! Students will be in the MUR under a sky dome with a docent who will guide them through our sky so they can interact with the universe and constellations.
This event will be our final whole-school on-site assembly and will take place during the final weeks of school when our teachers need to prepare report cards. To help facilitate this if you can volunteer to chaperone for a portion of the day it will be greatly appreciated. Here is the link.
Thank you!
SCHOOL SITE COUNCIL - Seeking Nominees for the 225-26 School Year!!
The Theuerkauf School Site Council Needs You!
Parents - we need you! Please consider joining the School Site Council (SSC) for the 2025-26 school year. Theuerkauf School Site Council (SSC) is a decision-making, leadership group comprised of the Principal, teachers, classified staff, and parents/community members. The SSC plays an important role in the continuous improvement of our students’ education by reviewing, approving, and monitoring the annual Theuerkauf Site Plan and categorical monies that fund the plan. As a member, you will review and analyze student performance, ask hard questions and participate in thoughtful discussions, and work on a team with staff and the Principal.Please nominate yourself or someone else here.
Volunteer Badge Returns
If you have a Volunteer Badge this year, THANK YOU for your help! We appreciate it so much. You will be receiving an email from the school letting you know how and when to return it.
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| Important Dates |
Thursday, May 8th- MVWSD Board Trustees Meeting 6:00-10:00pm (Zoom)
Friday, May 16th- PTA/Principal’s Coffee 8:40am by the flagpole
Friday, May 16th- New Family Orientation 5:00-6:00 pm
Tuesday, May 20th- PTA Meeting 6:30-7:30pm
Thursday, May 22nd- MVWSD Board Trustees Meeting 6:00-10:00(Zoom)
Monday, May 26th- Memorial Day- No School
Friday, May 30th- End of Trimester- Minimum Day- Dismissal 12:10pm
Wednesday, June 4th- 5th Grade Promotion Ceremony 3:00-4:00pm
Thursday, June 5th- Report Cards are Sent Home Electronically
Thursday, June 5th- Last day for students - Minimum day for Students
Wednesday, August 13th- First day of the 2025-2026 school year for students - Minimum day for Students
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| School News |
Cool Cat Winners going above and beyond to show or give INTEGRITY & PERSEVERANCE for May 7th
Soren S. Rm 13
Matias V. Rm 14
Ryan J. Rm 11
Oron T. Rm 11
Liam F. Rm 16
Sofia B. Rm 6
Rosa B. Rm 7
Katie H. Rm 9
Kevin B. Rm 8
Edgar R. Rm 18
Cruz C. Rm 17
Iker M. Rm 20
Amilia H. Rm 19
Lost and Found
Is your child missing their favorite sweater, jacket, or even water bottle? Then please make sure to check the Lost and Found before Friday May 23, 2025. Any items not picked up will be donated to local shelters and facilities.
 
If you are planning on visiting for a school event this school year, please follow the appropriate instructions.
Per District Policy, In order to better protect everyone on campus, all adults who are not school staff members are REQUIRED to show a valid ID, issued by government or MVWSD, each time they come onto campus.
Thank you for your cooperation,
Important Notice RE: Items dropped off during school hours.
One of our core values at Theuerkauf is Responsibility. There has been a large increase in items forgotten and dropped off items during the day. Sometimes it is challenging to get items to students in a timely manner and we want to minimize interruptions of lessons during class time so all students can stay focused on their education.
Please support your child at home by going through a quick checklist before leaving: Warm jacket, hat or gloves if needed, lunch box, backpack, instrument, homework, etc.
Thank you for supporting our core value of Responsibility and minimizing classroom interruptions.
If you do need to drop off a forgotten item please label it with the following so there is no confusion or mix ups. Please note that the office staff will do their best to get it to the students in a timely manner:
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Student name
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Grade
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Teacher and Room #
Library News
Theuerkauf library will close on May 16, 2023 to allow for end-of-year processes. Please help your student find all of their library books and return them in a timely manner. If books have been lost or damaged, please contact Mrs. Baikie at [email protected]or stop by the library. Options to replace lost/damaged books are:
(1) Replace the book. The book can be used–it does not have to be new.
(2) Replace the book with another title. Books from Little Free Libraries that are in good condition are a great way to replace one title with a different title.
(3) Work with Mrs. Baikie to find a solution.
The Mountain View Public Library has their Summer Reading webpage up for students to register. There is a Summer Reading Kick-Off on Monday, June 9th from 6:30-7:30 pm. Stop into the Mountain View Public Library to learn more about the programs offered for families and sign up for a free library card. You can get Free & Discounted Museum Passes, California State Parks Passes, and more. The services at our Mountain View Public Library are excellent–there’s even a Seed Library!
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| District News |
The Board of Trustees will meet on Thursday, May 8. Closed session will begin at 4:30 p.m., and open/public session begins at 6 p.m.
Some of the topics include:
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Bond Oversight Committee Report 2024-2025
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Health and Wellness: Mental Health Continuum
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MVWSD+ Expanded Learning Program Plan and Contract
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Federal Funding Discussion
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Parcel Tax Oversight Committee Report 2024-2025
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Establishing Measure B and Measure AA Parcel Tax Oversight Committee
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Resolution Recognizing Military Appreciation Month
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Resolutio Recognizing May Mental Health Awareness Month
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Temporary Delegation of Contract Authority for Summer Operations
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Staff Housing Project
For meeting details and agenda, please click here: https://www.mvwsd.org/trustees.
We’d like to hear from you about our after school programs!
We know that a high quality after school program is crucial to many of you. MVWSD and its community partners are committed to providing the best possible experience for all children participating in after school care. We need your input so that we can make continuous improvements.
Please click here to share your experience with our various after school programs during the 2024-25 school year. Thank you in advance for your feedback!
Click here to learn about the district’s free after school programs for qualifying students.
To learn more about the YMCA’s school-based program offerings, including parent-paid options, please visit https://www.ymcasv.org/child-care-camps/after-school-programs.
LIST YOUR HOME - AND SUPPORT LOCAL STUDENTS!
We’re excited to feature a unique Gala auction item: a Complete Home Listing Service Package donated by local realtor Dave Keefe and valued Gala sponsor of MVEF.
Dave’s Zero Hassle Listing Program includes everything needed to get your home market-ready and sold - professional photos, a 3D tour, floorplan, 60 days of free staging, cleaning, listing management, and expert negotiation.
Whether you're selling soon or know someone who is, this is a fantastic way to work with a trusted expert and support local public schools.
Bidding closes Sunday, June 1 at 7:00 PM (PST) | Place your bid here
100% of proceeds support MVEF and benefit nearly 5,000 MVWSD students.
Special thanks to Dave Keefe and Board Member Becca Swett for making this amazing donation possible! More info here: davekeefe.com
BUY OUR LAST FEW SILENT AUCTION ITEMS TO SUPPORT OUR STUDENTS!
There are still a few silent auction items available. Mingle with other parents and enjoy our community parties (Backyard BBQ, Pub Trivia and a Wine Tasting Party in the New Year), and more. You can shop the After-Gala Auction here (all items are BUY NOW) until Friday, May 9th.
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| PTA News |
Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week: Thank you for all you are doing. Check out the plans for the rest of this week our PTA website.
Summer Playdates: Sign up to host a summer playdate here!
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| From Our Community Partners |
MVPAL Youth Extravaganza
The Mountain View Police Activities League invites you to attend the Annual Youth Extravaganza on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Rengstorff Park in Mountain View. This is a free, fun, and family-friendly event that promotes health and mental wellness for people of all ages. Families can enjoy a variety of activities, including a bounce house, outdoor games, face painting, music, and food. For more information, please visit www.mvpsf.org/events.
The View Teen Center: 5th Grade Families Open House
Come explore The View Teen Center, a welcoming and free space for Mountain View and Los Altos 6th to 12th graders filled with activities, programs, and events designed just for teens. Join us for an Open House on Saturday, May 10, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 263 Escuela Avenue. Families can tour the center, meet staff, enjoy light refreshments, and learn about our after-school classes, summer programs, and enrichment trips. Current 5th graders can begin visiting on June 5, so don’t miss this chance to see what’s ahead. For more information about The View Teen Center and to download a free membership form in advance, please visit: MountainView.gov/TheViewTeenCenter.
InPlay: Free Activity Guide
Looking for exciting activities for your child this summer? Explore InPlay’s’ free activity guide! Sponsored by Santa Clara County and our school district, the searchable guide lists thousands of local and affordable programs so that you can find fun enrichment to help keep your child’s school-year gains! Check it out: http://mv.inplay.org.
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