December 18, 2024
Dear Stingray Parents and Guardians,
Thank you to all who have given your input on the Outdoor Learning Proposal and/or on your priorities for use of the Prop 28 funds. For Outdoor Learning, the architect firm is reviewing all of the input and presenting a revision to the Board in January. After that January Board meeting, there will then be parent meetings with the Principal and the architect firm in February or March as an opportunity for parents to ask questions and give feedback. For Prop 28 the next step is for all principals to meet with Director Chang in January to look at commonalities in the input between sites and combine hiring resources if possible.
Our 2025-2026 School Information Night is Wednesday, January 15th. If you know of any families that are interested in entering the lottery for next school year, please encourage them to attend this information session via Zoom (see the link in the district item below). Interim Principal Pohlman and I, as well as the Kindergarten teachers, will be presenting information and answering questions. There are always a few spots in the other grades as well, so encouraging families of other grades to attend would be helpful as well.
My last day at Stevenson will be January 31st. I will see you after the break and wish you all a wonderful December break with friends and family!
Warm Regards,
Terri Lambert
Principal, Stevenson Elementary
IMPORTANT DATES
2024-2025 MVWSD School Calendar
Wednesday, December 18th
-Holiday Boutique @ 3pm
Thursday, December 19th
-Board of Trustee Meeting @ 6pm - Zoom link
Monday, December 23rd- Monday, January 6th
-No School for students - Winter Break
Tuesday, January 7th
-First Day back for students!
Wednesday, January 15th
-School Information Night 2025-2026
SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
2024-2025 Stevenson Bell Schedule
December 2024 Lunch Menu
School Year Calendar - plan your 24-25 vacation using the school vacation times!
No School - Winter Break - Monday, December 23rd-Monday, January 6th
Last school day of 2024 is this Friday, December 20th. We will be out of school for 2 weeks, the student's first day back will be Tuesday, January 7th. We hope you enjoy the 2 weeks off, Happy Holidays!
Stevenson School Showcase
At the school board meeting on Thursday, January 30th it is Stevenson’s turn to present and we will be showcasing our PBL instruction. A few students and teachers as well as Interim Principal Pohlman and I will be showing visuals and a presentation at the beginning of open session that day. Stay tuned for more details so you can tune in to watch!
Follow us on Instagram and Facebook
- Instagram - @stevenson__elementary
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Reporting Absences
Please call the office at (650) 903-6950 or email Stevenson Attendance [email protected] to report an absence or late arrival. Provide the following information: date of absence, student’s name, grade and room number, reason for absence, name and relationship of the person reporting the absence.
MVWSD News
The Board of Trustees will meet on Thursday, Dec. 19. Closed session will begin at 4:00 p.m., and open/public session begins at 6 p.m.
Some of the topics include:
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Organizational Meeting/New Trustees Swearing In
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Financial Controls and Processes Update
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Superintendent Search
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Outdoor Learning
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2023-2024 Financial Audit Report and Measure T Audit Report
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Staff Housing Tenant Lease Form
For meeting details and agenda, please click here: https://www.mvwsd.org/trustees.
Open Enrollment for 2025-26 starts in January
In January, the Mountain View Whisman School District will be opening student enrollment for next fall.
For CURRENT students in transitional kindergarten-7th grade: Parents will be asked by email to confirm enrollment from January 21 to February 7.
For families enrolling NEW students: Please check www.mvwsd.org/register for details about virtual school information meetings held in January (mvw.sd/Meetings2526), how to locate your neighborhood school, how to explore school options and the four steps to register during the enrollment period held January 21 to February 7.
Virtual school information nights will be held on Jan. 14 (neighborhood schools) and Jan. 15 (choice schools). The transitional kindergarten meeting is on Jan. 22.
Click here to learn about which program is right for your young learner: mvwsd.org/kinderready
DECEMBER DONATION DRIVE: Double or Triple Your Impact!
Double your donation: Help unlock $35k for MVWSD students by December 31st. 
Every dollar donated will be matched - including employer giving, donor-advised funds, and stock gifts. Your tax-deductible donation funds essential programs like arts, music, science, and smaller middle school classes. Donate here to make a difference today!
Triple your donation: Maximize your impact if your employer matches too! Check here to find out whether your employer is offering matching programs.
SAVE THE DATE: Virtual “Meet & Greets” in January 2025
Join MVEF Board members and School Representatives to learn about MVEF’s role, how it differs from PTAs, Prop 28, and more. Bring your questions!
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 | 12:00-12:45 pm | Please register here.
Monday, January 27, 2025 | 07:00-07:45 pm | Please register here.
Volunteer with MVEF!
Passionate about public education, our local community and want to make an impact? Join MVEF as a Board member or School Representative!
Learn more here or email [email protected] for any interest.
PACT FOUNDATION UPDATES
The Holiday Boutique is TODAY 12/18 - 3-5:30pm at the MUR!
Come shop, eat and enjoy all the different offerings that our Stevenson Community is offering. We are expecting more than 50 Stevenson family vendors. Oh, and there'll be live music played by Stevenson parents!
The next ImPACT Book club is on Tuesday 1/21/25 from 6:30-8pm in the Stevenson Library
We will be reading Save Me A Seat by Sarah Weeks and Gita Varadarajan
This is a youth fiction book about how two boys from different backgrounds find common ground and friendship as they navigate the challenges of middle school. Discussion themes will include the importance of children's friendship as well as how to support kids around building skills and dealing with social challenges. As usual, no need to have read the book to join in the conversation. This is a great book to read or listen to over break.
See you there!
Book club sign up
Babysitting sign up
FROM OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Make a Difference in Your Community: Volunteer with Mentor Tutor Connection!
Are you passionate about helping students succeed? Mentor Tutor Connection is urgently seeking dedicated volunteers to mentor high school students or tutor K-8 students in math, writing, or reading at local public schools in Los Altos and Mountain View.
Why Volunteer with MTC?
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Make a Lasting Impact: Help underserved students reach their full potential, both academically and personally.
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Support Future Leaders: Mentoring high school students or tutoring younger students can help them navigate challenges and build confidence.
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Join a Community of Like-minded Volunteers: Connect with other compassionate individuals and gain a deeper sense of purpose by helping others.
Get Involved: Join us for a Volunteer Information Session on January 10th at 12pm via Zoom. During this session, you’ll learn about our programs, hear from current volunteers, and have the chance to ask questions.
To register for our Volunteer Information Session or to learn more about MTC, please email [email protected] or visit mentortutorconnection.org.
Learning Challenges events for Fall 2024
For local coverage of issues related to learning challenges and special education, please check out the Learning Challenges Committee http://learningchallenges.lamvptac.org/
For broader coverage, look into the Northwest SCC SELPA CAC
MVHS Tree Lot
MVHS Sports Boosters will be opening up the Annual Spartans Tree Lot on Friday, November 29 at 10 AM for the 2024 season at the Mountain View High School Stadium (3535 Truman Ave.). Spartans Tree Lot offers premium, top-quality trees ranging in size from 3 feet to 12+ feet, holiday decorations, and supplies. In person and online delivery options are available. All proceeds benefit Mountain View High School Athletics. For more information, head to SpartansTreeLot.com.
The View Teen Center: December
The View Teen Center is a free facility in Mountain View (263 Escuela Ave) for all Mountain View and Los Altos 6th - 12th grade students. Drop-in hours are Monday - Friday, 3:15 - 7 p.m. and Saturdays, 1 - 6 p.m. (Closed: Dec. 24 - Jan. 1. Extended hours: Monday, Dec. 23, 1-6 p.m.), and the center features a game room, makerspace, kitchen, computer/study room, and outdoor area. December events include holiday themed activities, cooking classes, crafts, and much more. For more information, click here.
Spanish Language Civic Leadership Academy
The City of Mountain View will host a Spanish Language Civic Leadership Academy, meeting weekly on Wednesdays, 5:30–8:30 p.m., from March 26 to June 11, 2025. This free 10-week program helps participants learn about local government, develop leadership, public speaking, and critical thinking skills, and understand the role residents play in civic engagement. Graduates become City Ambassadors, fostering community involvement and preparing for roles on advisory groups and committees. Applicants must be Mountain View residents, 18 years or older. Registration closes March 7, 2025. For more information, see the attached flyer or visit MountainView.gov/MEP.
FLYERS
Teen Center
Spanish Language Civic Academy
MVHS Tree Lot