Million Word Reader Contest - March Million Word Madness Reading competition sign ups starting. Students can sign up in the library or email or Jupiter message me to sign up.

This is a competition for students in teams of two and staff (individually) to compete. The competition will be from March 1st to April 7th. AR quizzes taken by students in March will count towards their word counts. Staff will report their pages read weekly. Leading readers will receive prizes at the end of the competition.

No Toys At School - Do you love toys? So do we and the best place to keep them is at home. Toys at schools are distracting and are not permitted. Leave your toys at home.

ORHS Band Information - After the open house, a number of parents have asked questions about the ORHS instrumental music offerings and band rehearsal schedules. For more information, CLICK HERE.

Band Concert - Our fabulous music department will be putting on their winter concert on February 18th at 3:00 PM. Come and watch our amazing musicians!

Spirit Week - We have a spirit week this week! Don't forget to dress up for Spirit week! Show your school spirit and dress up!

Spring Musical - Arrr, me hearties! The Drama Club be callin’ all brave souls to auditions for the springtime musical, happenin’ on Tuesday, February 10th! Come see if ye’ve got the grit to sail the high seas with us. If ye’ve questions gnawin’ at yer mind, seek out the Captain herself, Ms. Oliver. Yo ho! 

REMINDER: Marina's Got Talent!- It is time to show off your talents, Marina, at this year's Talent Show! The talent show will be held on March 10 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM. Auditions will be held on 2/23 and 2/24 in room 24 from 2:30 to 3:30. See Mrs. Olson or Mr. Williams if you have questions.

Lincoln's Birthday - Lincoln's Birthday, will be recognized this year on February 14. It honors Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States. Lincoln is remembered for his leadership during the Civil War, his efforts to preserve the Union, and his role in ending slavery through the Emancipation Proclamation and the passage of the 13th Amendment. His commitment to democracy, equality, and national unity made a lasting impact on American history. The day serves as a tribute to his legacy and the principles of freedom and justice that he championed. To learn more about President Lincoln, click on the video below. 

PTC Online Silent Auction - The MVMS PTC Silent Online Auction launches this coming Tuesday! Amazing items, fun experiences, and a great cause — our great school, teachers and kids — all just a click away. Keep an eye out for the launch next week and get ready to bid!

PTC Online Silent Auction is Live! - After a couple of days’ delay, the MVMS PTC is excited to kick off our online auction fundraiser, featuring a great mix of donations, services, and gift certificates for parents and families. We’re incredibly grateful to our local businesses for their generous contributions in support of our school, students, teachers, and families. The auction will be live through March 31, and we’ll be adding new donation packages each week — so be sure to check back often to not miss out! We hope that you enjoy reviewing the amazing and wide array of donations from our local businesses, from sushi restaurant gift cards to museum tickets and fun events. Explore here to Bid or Buy Now: https://givebutter.com/c/9IPyhJ/auction

Thank you for supporting MVMS and our community.

— Your MVMS PTC 

Online Payment Tab - Remember to check out the tab on the left of this page to make certain payments & donations online for various field trips, classroom help and events! Several QR codes for those items!

After School Pop-up classes Two classes are being offered the week of February 17 for a ONE-DAY class but the cooking class is offered 3 times that week! Registration now open through Homeroom.

Class #1, “ROAD TO BAJA” 

A pop-up cooking class! Student chefs will cook:

Big Beef Baja Burritos w/carne asada, homemade chunky guacamole, fries, sour cream and lots of cheese! Also, cucumber & jicama salad, fried churro chips w/chocolate sauce and of course Jarritos Sodas!

Class #2,  ART SPARK!

Chocolate Tasting & Drawing Class is a sweet, skill-boosting experience for middle school artists! Using the grid method, students will create realistic chocolate drawings while leveling up their drawing skills with colored pencils and a touch of acrylic paint. For added inspiration and a sweet experience a chocolate tasting is included! Register through Homeroom.

Online Payment Tab - Remember to check out the tab on the left of this page to make certain payments & donations online for various field trips, classroom help and events! Several QR codes for those items!

REMINDER PTC Dine Out - Big Apple Bagel Dining for $. Tuesday. Feb 10th 8am-2pm. Mention Marina when you order/checkout.

EDCOE Share Your Voice: Parent & Caregiver Survey – $25 Digital Gift Card 

Hello families and caregivers,

The Redwood Institute of Social Research (RISR), the El Dorado County Commission for Youth and Families, First 5 El Dorado, and the Early Care & Education Planning Council (LPC) at EDCOE invite parents and caregivers of children ages 0–12 to complete a brief survey about your experiences with childcare—including infant care, preschool, transitional kindergarten (TK), before/after‑school programs, and vacation care.

Here are the details:

 Survey takes 15–20 minutes

 One response per household

 Receive a $25 digital gift card upon completion

 Survey closes March 31, 2026

You can access the survey here: tinyurl.com/EDNA26

Or you may scan the QR code on the postcard. Please DO NOT post the link or postcard on social media. This helps prevent scammers, protect family information, and ensure the integrity of our data.

Your feedback is incredibly valuable and will help guide planning and decision‑making for families across our county. Thank you for taking the time to share your voice.