May 20, 2025

May 20, 2025

 

 Principal's Message

Testing Update

CAASPP and iReady are almost done! Thank you for supporting your students! 

School Site Council Meeting: 5/20/25 at 4:30 in the Library and on Google Meet

The Agenda is hereThese meetings are always open to our community - please come!

Field Day - Wednesday May 21, 2025 from 8:30-10:10

On Wednesday, May 21, 2025, Theuerkauf will be having field day! This is a time for students to rotate through different activities on the field - it’s fun! To ensure this day is safe and fun for your child in TK-5th, the following items are recommended:

  • Sunscreen

  • Hat or Visor

  • Shorts and Sweatshirt

  • Tennis Shoes

  • Water/Water bottle

  • Optional: T-Shirt: color of the team assigned to as noted in teacher notification. 

 

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 linkThank you! 

 

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.

Terra Bella Bikeway Feasibility Study - May 20, morning drop-off

On May 20, 2025 at drop off time, you may see some staff members from the City of Mountain View at our entrances. The City of Mountain View is conducting the Terra Bella Bikeway Feasibility Study on Terra Bella Avenue from Middlefield Rd to San Leandro Ave. This study will assess the feasibility for adding an on-street bikeway along Terra Bella Avenue. The study is in the early phase of the planning process and would benefit greatly with input from the school community before the school year ends. If you are approached by someone on May 20, 2025 with a survey, they are from the City of Mountain View!

 

Summer Work Packet

If you are interested in having your child take a summer learning packet home at the end of the year, please fill out this form by 5/27/25 so that we can make them for you! Here is the form!

 
 Important Dates

 

Tuesday, May 20th- School Site Council  Meeting 4:30-5:15 in Library and Google Meet (Agenda) 

Thursday, May 22nd- MVWSD Board Trustees Meeting 6:00-10:00(Zoom) 

Friday, May 23rd- Last day to get items from Lost & Found (any left over items will be donated)

Monday, May 26th- Memorial Day- No School

Friday, May 30th- End of Trimester- Minimum Day- Dismissal 12:10pm

Wednesday, June 4th- Kinder Celebration 8:30-9:30am

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

 
 School News

 

Cool Cat Winners going above and beyond to show or give INTEGRITY & PERSEVERANCE for May 20th

Arjun J.                 Rm 13

Abhay J.               Rm 14

Kiera T.                 Rm 11

Allison M.              Rm 11

Kalea S.                Rm 16

Greyson D.           Rm 7

Ryan A.                 Rm 6

Dani M.                 Rm 9

Alan G.                  Rm 8

Serenity S.            Rm 18

Diana G.                Rm 17

Alex M.                  Rm 20

Dylan M.                Rm 19

Chrisbellys S.        Rm 21

Luca P.                  Rm 21

Ayanna T.              Rm 21    

 

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: 

  1. Student name

  2. Grade

  3. 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! 

 
 District News

View and comment on MVWSD’s Local Control Accountability Plan draft before May 23

The District is finalizing its draft of the LCAP (Local Control Accountability Plan). This is the District’s three-year plan that corresponds with the  District’s Strategic Plan 2027. These documents are the blueprints that guide all of the District’s work for the benefit of our students.

Through May 23, stakeholders are welcome to view the draft LCAP plan and provide input about the plans' goals, actions, and services. You may read presentations and supporting materials at mvwsd.org/lcap and make comments here

Stakeholders may also attend the public hearing during the Board of Trustees meeting on Thursday, May 29. Agenda and time are found at mvwsd.org/trustees.

 

 

Elementary schools only: Registration for YMCA before- and after-school programs for the 2025-26 school year is now open. 

The YMCA of Silicon Valley provides fee-based before- and after-school care at all MVWSD elementary school sites. School break camps are also available. Please visit the YMCA Afterschool Program website to learn more about the program and to register for the 2025-26 school year. For more information, please email [email protected].

Returning MVWSD+ families who qualify for free afterschool programs in 2025-26 will be receiving invitations from the MVWSD+ Team by the end of May. Click here to learn more about MVWSD+.

To learn more about the various after school options at MVWSD schools, please visit https://www.mvwsd.org/academics/supporting_learning/before__afterschool

 

 

Middle schools only: Parent U: “Preparing for High School” Recording Available

If you missed our recent Parent University presentation, Preparing for High School, you can now access the recording here(English audio with Spanish closed captions available).

For past Parent U presentations and resources, please visit mvwsd.org/ParentU.

Check out the MVWSD “Summer Menu” for learning activities you can do at home this summer

Click here - mvwsd.org/summer - for information about free meals and a handy list of resources for students to practice their academic skills this summer.

 

Summer meals at schools and on the move

Free meals provided by MVWSD and Santa Clara County are available to everyone under the age of 18 throughout the summer. The summer meals program reaches children who need good nutrition when school is out of session. No questions. No IDs required. mvwsd.org/nutrition.

Rengstorff Park

June 9 - July 31, 2025

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

(No Meals June 19 & July 4)

 

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


MVEF - KNOW SOMEONE SELLING THEIR HOME? PLEASE SHARE THIS AMAZING OPPORTUNITY TO SUPPORT LOCAL STUDENTS!

Here’s a rare opportunity to make a big impact: Bid on a Complete Home Listing Package generously donated by local realtor and MVEF Gala sponsor Dave Keefe - valued at thousands of dollars!

Includes: Professional photos, 3D tour, staging, cleaning, listing management & expert negotiation.

✅ 100% of proceeds support MVEF and nearly 5,000 MVWSD students.
🕖 Bidding closes Sunday, June 1 at 7 PM (PST)
👉 Bid now| More info: davekeefe.com

Please share with friends, neighbors, and anyone thinking of selling!

This is a unique chance to support our schools while getting top-notch real estate service.

MVEF: BRINGING MUSIC TO LIFE!

Were you amazed by your student’s musical performance? We hope you loved the TK–5 music showcases and the fantastic middle school musicals!

Thanks to your generous support, MVEF funds the CSMA music program at all nine elementary schools and helps bring inspiring music experiences to both middle schools—fostering creativity, confidence, and joy for every MVWSD student. 🎶 Let’s keep the music going - donate today!

MVEF & CRITTENDEN PTA WELCOMED INCOMING CRITTENDEN 6TH GRADERS

On May 15th, MVEF and the Crittenden PTA hosted a Pizza & Ice Cream Social to welcome incoming 6th graders and their families. With help from the WEB Team and current students, future Panthers explored the campus through a fun scavenger hunt and enjoyed a raffle with Panther swag and gift cards to local businesses. Welcome, future Panthers - your Crittenden journey is just beginning!

 
 PTA News

Friday, May 23, we have a Sky Dome on-site assembly. Students will be able to view the constellations and universe in a dome in the MUR. If you want to experience it as well choose a time to volunteer: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1D75Wcb1FEXVtFND0AUFnm9eZYbhQxrQYnx1dSiTG6bo/edit?usp=drivesdk

 

Tuesday, May 28, 1:40-2:30pm is the 5th grade vs. staff kickball game and all of the students get to cheer them on. Please volunteer to sit with the students to watch the game. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1sWI0eXCjyJFmFn2h9uj7wn6PfGI_j3Osf04CZAY9sKM/edit?usp=sharing

 
 From Our Community Partners

 

Spartans Sports Camp Registration  

Spartans Sports Camp registration is now open. Camp will run from June 9 - August 1 this summer. This will be the 12th summer providing a wide variety of camps to the community while raising funds for the Mtn. View HS Athletic Department. For camp schedule and more information, see attached flyer or visit https://www.spartanssportscamp.com/.

 

City of MV: KidStock 

KidStock is back in 2025 with three fun-filled mornings of live music, games, arts and crafts, and endless excitement, all designed just for kids! Join us on June 21 and July 19 from 10 a.m. to noon at Civic Center Plaza in Downtown Mountain View for unforgettable performances by some of the Bay Area’s favorite children’s entertainers. From dancing and singing along to hands-on activities and games, it’s a festival experience the whole family will love.

 
 Flyers

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