Ready For Takeoff

First Week!

Welcome to the 2022-2023 School Year!
MVC’s faculty and staff are excited to welcome students back and kick off the 2022-2023 school year next Wednesday, August 10. See the High School and Middle School sections below for specific information for the first few days of school.

TAKING FLIGHT ORIENTATION - monday 8/8 and Tuesday 8/9

New-to-MVC Mustangs in grades 6 - 12 (including all incoming Freshmen) fasten your seatbelts! We are embarking upon an amazing journey! We look forward to welcoming our new Middle School and High School students and parents to our Taking Flight orientations on Monday, August 8 (all 6th graders and new-to-MVC 7th & 8th graders) and Tuesday, August 9 (all 9th graders and new-to-MVC 10th, 11th, & 12th graders). RSVP TODAY!

Check-in: 8:30 am
Program Starts: 8:45 am
Lunch: 12:15 pm
Help is available (if you need it) in the ARC: 12:45 pm - 2:00 pm

Questions can be directed to Amy Coleman (for High School) and Melissa Morales (for Middle School).

August 10-12 Schedule for High School - The first two days of school, August 10-11, will have the same start and end times as indicated on this year's bell schedule. Students will have the opportunity to learn together and play together with other students in their grade while being equipped for a successful start to the school year. Buses will run as scheduled. You can view this schedule for an overview of the first week of school.

August 10-12 Schedule for Middle School - The first two days of school, August 10-11, will have the same start and end times as indicated on this year's bell schedule. Students will start each of these days in the Outdoor Student Center. Students will not want to miss these days, as they will follow a special schedule set up to give students an opportunity to prepare for a successful start to the year. Also, outdoor community-building activities will be incorporated throughout these days, so wear sunscreen and comfortable shoes. Friday, August 12, will begin our regular rotation schedule beginning with Period 1 and PHE, electives and Horsemanship. Buses will run as scheduled.

General Information (all families)

2022-2023 Key Dates

Bell Schedule

2022-2023 Parent/Student Handbook - Families should familiarize themselves with the 2022-2023 Parent/Student Handbook. Be sure to review the sections that cover our dress code, code of conduct, and iPad/Electronics Acceptable Use Policy (AUP).

Health & Wellness - School Nurse Bri Bauen is asking all MVC families to do three things to get our students off to a healthy start for the upcoming year:

Make sure your child(ren)'s immunization record is turned in and up-to-date according to state law.
Verify your child(ren)’s Emergency Card Information in Focus is current.
Turn in all medications to the Health Station, located in Price Hall, to be administered by the school nurse, as ordered. You can view MVC’s Health Station policies on illness and medication here. Contact Bri Bauen with any questions.

Café Account - Students may purchase all meals and snacks on campus in the Café using their mySchoolBucks account. Credentials to create your account were sent via email. New students can create their unique barcode by following these instructions. Please reach out to our ARC staff for assistance if necessary.

Calendar - Students, parents, and all Mustang fans are encouraged to use these step-by-step instructions to subscribe to whichever portion(s) of the online MVC calendar is/are most helpful. Events can be added directly to your personal calendar! Options include athletics teams, clubs, fine arts groups, and much more.

Car Drop Off/Pick Up Route - Please review the drop-off and pickup route "car line" that takes place in the Senior Lot. This is where all student drop-offs before school (7:45-8:25 am) and pickups after school (3:20 pm) happen. The campus opens for students at 7:45 am and closes at 4:00 pm.

Carpooling - Families interested in connecting with potential carpool partners for the 2022-2023 school year can do so via the Mustang Network. First you will need to create your account here. Be sure to fill out your profile completely including choosing the "Parent" profile. Once your profile is complete and you've been approved, click on the appropriate carpool link below for your area.

Here are the links for easy access:

Carpool Group for the Gilroy/Morgan Hill/San Martin Area

Carpool Group for the Aptos/Capitola/Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley Area

Carpool Group for the Aromas/Hollister/San Juan Bautista Area

Carpool Group for the Marina/Monterey/Seaside Area

Carpool Group for the Prunedale/Salinas Area

Equestrian Program Information Session via Zoom - MVC parents and students interested in learning more about equestrian programming (both curricular and extracurricular) at MVC next school year were invited to join an information session via Zoom on Thursday, May 12. If you weren't able to attend, you are welcome to review the Zoom recording here (passcode: 7icHYt!y). For further information, please contact Gretchen Cortes.

To ride during the school day: register at whiterockranch.com/trinity-rivers-equestrian
To express interest in after school/weekend activities: email tesi@whiterockranch.com
To express interest in boarding/leasing: call Michelle at 408-314-5251

iPads/Technology - All students attending MVC must bring their own iPads. Please refer to the information on our Technology page for specifications. Please pay particular attention to MVC's Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) for answers to common questions and guidelines concerning iPads. Student credentials to access Focus, our Student Information System, and set up other services at MVC have been sent to new families via email.

We want you to feel prepared for the school year. Our ARC team members will be providing optional tech help for new MVC students, assisting with iPad set-up (including Focus, Moodle, and email), and one-on-one technical support. You are invited to drop by the ARC after Taking Flight on Monday, August 8 or Tuesday, August 9 between 1:00 pm and 3:30 pm for tech support.

Moms in Prayer - Every Friday that school is in session, all MVC moms are invited to come pray for our students, faculty/staff, and school. No commitment is required and no prayer experience is necessary! Drive to Gate 2, have your license scanned/visitor pass printed, park in Visitor Parking, and come to the Boardroom of Price Hall from 8:15 am until 9:00 am. Questions? Contact Coordinator Julie Harris (mom to Matthew '23).

Parent Volunteer Information - Parents interested in volunteering or chaperoning various trips and activities throughout the year will need to have a background check completed through the Live Scan process. Danielle Caldwell is available to assist you in getting set up to volunteer at MVC!

Transportation - Please visit the MVC Transportation Department webpage for general information on our transportation services. Bus ridership is guaranteed on a first-come, first-served basis, so families are encouraged to sign up ASAP. Routes and rates for 2022-2023 are available here. Sign up for your route here.

High School

Welcome Message from Mrs. Swing - This email was sent to all High School students on Thursday, August 4. Please read through it carefully for helpful information.

Class Schedule - All new-to-MVC Mustangs have had the opportunity to go over your class interests during your admissions interview, when we took the first steps in creating your 4-year plan. Credentials to access Focus, our Student Information System, were sent out via email.

Please have your child look over his/her schedule in Focus. Over the next few days, periods and teachers may change, but students should confirm their courses are correct. They can contact their guidance counselor with any questions. If your student is unsure who their guidance counselor is, please contact Venessa Gutierrez in Student Services at 831-768-6116..

High School Textbooks - Your textbook bundle is included in your tuition this year (a $275 value). The bulk of your required course materials will be ready to access beginning Monday, August 8 using these instructions. If you don’t see a book for every class, note that not all courses use textbooks and some materials will be distributed by the teacher.

Student Services Updates - If your child needs assistance as they prepare for the upcoming school year, please contact our guidance team. Summer is a great time to make progress toward college admissions and career goals. Please read over this update to meet our 2022-2023 team.

Middle School

Welcome Back Message from Mrs. Medina - This email was sent to all Middle School students on Wednesday, August 3. Please read through it carefully for helpful information.

Who’s Who in the Middle School - We are excited to share with you the newest members of our Middle School teaching team. It is with enthusiasm that we welcome both new and returning teachers back on campus starting next week! Please view this quick guide to our Middle School faculty.

Course Selections - Middle School students are now able to log in to Focus to view their classes and periods. Credentials for access to Focus, our Student Information System, were sent out via email. Please know that schedules are subject to change and you should check back on Monday, August 8 to confirm final placements..

Elective Selection for Incoming 6th Grade Students - Please check out these options for the 6th grade elective period.

Elective Selection for Rising 7th and 8th Grade Students - Rising 8th graders and rising 7th graders will select their electives beginning on Thursday, May 12. We are excited to offer these elective choices. Students will make their selections by submitting the appropriate survey below. Students will be asked to indicate their top three choices no later than Friday, May 20. 8th grade will be registered first, followed by 7th graders.

7th Grade Elective Survey

8th Grade Elective Survey

In order to experience a well rounded enrichment opportunity and to align with the IB framework for learning, all Middle School students are required to take at least one semester of Fine Arts. Students who did not take a Fine Arts elective in the first semester will be automatically enrolled in the second semester based on their preferences indicated in the survey.

Equestrian Program - Are you interested in taking Horsemanship for PE in 2022-2023? Please email Principal Medina ASAP in order to accurately reflect that desire on your student schedule.

Cowboy Class Elective with Trinity River - There is still room for any of our Middle School boys (grades 6 - 8) in the Cowboy Class elective for the first semester. This is a great opportunity for boys to experience horsemanship. View the description of the course, including cost, here. Contact Melissa Morales to sign up for this unique experience.

Flex in Middle School - Flex time happens before school on Monday through Friday from 8:00 am - 8:20 am. Please refer to Flex Guidelines for information on this valuable part of our daily schedule.

Middle School Family Picnic - All Middle School families are invited to join us on Saturday, August 20 from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm for a Middle School Family Picnic on the quad. Bring a blanket and a picnic for your family to enjoy. MVC will provide beverages and sweet treats, as well as the pool and other fun lawn activities for the whole family. Interested in volunteering for a short part of the event? Email Melissa Morales on or before August 5.

PHE Uniforms - The Team Store will open again for one week only starting Monday, August 8 through Monday, August 15. All Middle School students are enrolled in PHE and require a uniform unless they are registered in Horsemanship. Here is the link to the uniform options through BSN Team Store. Questions, please call Melissa Morales at 831-768-6132.

Supply Lists - As you prepare for the school year, please look over the grade level supplies lists (6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade). Trouble finding any of the apps listed? Not to worry. Teachers will give more details in class as to where they can be found as each app is introduced throughout the year.

Textbooks - Your textbook bundle is included in your tuition this year (a $150 value). Your student’s course schedule is preloaded and the bulk of their required course materials will be ready to access beginning Monday, August 8 using these instructions. If you don’t see a book for every class, note that not all courses use textbooks and some materials will be distributed by the teacher.

8th Grade Washington D.C. Trip 2023 - For planning purposes and to get the best flight times/rates available, we are asking parents to register their child now for the 2022-2023 Washington D.C. trip. Sign up now to take advantage of this payment plan. Our hope is that all 8th graders would attend. Important information regarding this educational experience and how to register can be found within this letter. If you have questions or if you are interested in chaperoning, please contact Carissa Medina.

Athletics

Athletics Paperwork - Please make sure that you have all athletics paperwork completely filled out on Final Forms. Register now and electronically complete ALL forms!

High School Fall Sports Tryouts -Tryouts for High School fall sports will start on Friday, August 5. More information can be found here. Please make sure that you have all athletics paperwork completely filled out on Final Forms and a sports physical on file by the first day of tryouts. Students with incomplete paperwork will not be permitted to attend tryouts until it is complete. Please contact M att Coleman with any questions or concerns.

High School Athletics Summer Schedule - This summer we will be offering training sessions for various sports on campus. This information can be found on the MVC calendar. Check back regularly for updates.

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