Major General Murray High School

October 2024

Campus and Community

WHAT'S HAPPENING IN OCTOBER? UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS

Adult/Community

THURSDAY PM PROGRAM

WEEKLY ADULT CLASSES

PIQE 5:30-7PM

PARENT INSTITUTE FOR QUALITY EDUCATION

STARTS OCTOBER 10TH-

FOR SIGN-UPS CONTACT (760) 631-2502 rebekkakinder@vistausd.org, daniellemckeever@vistausd.org

▪ CHILD CARE PROVIDED ▪

GARDEN 31 4-7PM

COMMUNITY GARDEN WHERE YOU CAN GROW PLANTS, TAKE HOME FRESH FOOD AND CULTIVATE RELATIONSHIPS

OPEN FITNESS ROOM 4-7PM

EXERCISE EQUIPMENT AND FACILITIES ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

KAINGA MUSIC

STEEL DRUM LESSONS 5-7PM

A FUN WAY TO LEARN HOW TO PLAY THIS PERCUSSION INSTRUMENT & ENJOY THE SOUNDS OF THE CARIBBEAN

VUSD Student

THURSDAY PM PROGRAM

WEEKLY STUDENT CLASSES

CREDIT RECOVERY 4-7PM

MGM, AVHS and OTHER HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS MAY COMPLETE COURSE WORK TO EARN MAKE-UP CREDITS

FOR SIGN UPS- CONTACT MGM Counselor- Jasmine Suleiman

(760) 631-2502 ext. 89004 - jasminesuleiman@vistausd.org

GARDEN 31 4-7PM

COMMUNITY GARDEN WHERE YOU CAN GROW PLANTS, TAKE HOME FRESH FOOD AND CULTIVATE RELATIONSHIPS

FITNESS ROOM 4-7PM

EXERCISE EQUIPMENT AND FACILITIES ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

PROJECT AWARE 4-6PM

JOIN A SUPPORTIVE GROUP TO SHARE SIMILAR EXPERIENCES THROUGH DISCUSSION AND UNDERSTANDING

ON-CAMPUS PARENT INFO

COMING SOON- SWIM LESSONS AT THE YMCA FOR STUDENTS

ON-CAMPUS STUDENT INFO

EVERY WED & THURS

COOKING CLASS WITH ELIZA

YMCA Swim Lessons
Starting soon!

Open to both MGM & AVHS Students. Students will also earn PE credits.

VCC Dentistry - Nov. 20th & 21st

LOOKING BACK: HIGHLIGHTS FROM OCTOBER

piqe

Our first parent workshop kicked off last Thursday night. We had over 30 parents in attendance.

PALOMAR COLLEGE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CLASS

Palomar College Course:

We have AVHS, VVA & MGM students taking Child Development 101 at MGM on Tu/Th mornings!

We are so proud of them!

LEAVING TO LEARN ADVENTURES

Many of our students have

Ventured off campus on at least one L2L (Leave to Learn) to … Downtown Vista, Palomar & Mira Costa colleges, Moonlight, San Diego Zoo, UCSD…and more!

SPORTS

10/10 - Win over Fallbook's Ivy High School

10/17 - Win over Ramona's Montecito High School

10/23 - Win over Escondido's Valley HS

FARMER'S MARKET

Food 4 Thought came to MGM to set up a farmer’s market where our students chose fresh fruits and vegetables to take home

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

We had over 10 students apply for internships with Public Works, the Fire Department & Community Development with the City of Vista.

Please contact Rebekka Kinder or Danielle McKeever, MGM Community Site Leads,

if you have any questions or would like to be connected to any of these programs.

rebekkakinder@vistausd.org ▪ daniellemckeever@vistausd.org

College & Career News

Join us for these opportunities!

This month, I’m excited to offer several opportunities to support our students:

● Wednesday Group Support: I will be meeting with students who are enrolled in the Dual Enrollment Child Development class to help them as a group. This is a great opportunity to collaborate and ensure everyone stays on track.

● FAFSA & Career Opportunities: If you need help with your FAFSA or would like to explore career options, you can make an appointment with me for one-on-one support.

● Evening Hours on Thursdays: I’m available from 4 to 7 PM during evening school hours to meet with both parents and students. We can discuss post-graduation plans, career paths, and more.

● Palomar College: General Presentation and Assistance workshop on Thursday, November 14 during evening program hours.

Looking forward to supporting you this month! Feel free to reach out or stop by with any questions.

A Message from your Community Liaison

Entrepreneurial Parents

A parent network has been established to offer a variety of products and services. These include car cleaning, home installation services, musical groups, beauty products, Oaxaca crafts, and income taxes.

You can access these services by clicking this link and connecting with parents eager to expand their client base and support their families.

Remember, supporting local businesses helps boost the economy of our city and keeps more money within our community. Additionally, enjoy the personalized shopping experience with Vista members.

A recipe book with a traditional aroma

Cooking at home and using plants as medicine is part of many traditions around the world. They teach families how to eat healthily, utilize nature to improve their well-being, and strengthen family bonds.

In terms of food, some communities have been so meticulous in their cooking that the aromas and flavors of their cuisine have earned them recognition as World Heritage Sites. By utilizing local products and preserving ancestral techniques passed down over centuries, these communities showcase their cultural identity.

For the reasons mentioned above, we are inviting all members of the school community (students, parents, teachers, employees, and community members) to share their recipes for food and natural remedies. We aim to create a digital book that will serve as a legacy for future generations of our community.

You can send your recipes to our Community Liaison, Susana Valenzuela, at MariaValenzuelaqui@vistausd.org, or you can hand them in person at the Murray High School office.

November 7, 2024, is our Community School Advisory and School Site Council. We invite you to refer to the flyer and mark your calendars for the upcoming meetings. If necessary, please seek permission from your workplace to attend and support your students.

Attendance News

Ms. Oliver's message

Major General Raymond Murray High School is committed to preparing students to progress academically, to achieve success, and to accept responsibility for themselves. As a part of this commitment, the school has established attendance performance guidelines for all students.

To report an absence please call: (760) 631-2502 ext.89005

Leave a message and be sure to include the following:

Date of the absence
Your child's name
Date of birth and/or Grade
Reason for the absence
Your name, relation to the student, and a callback number

When a student returns to school following an absence, the parent/guardian has 72 hours (3 school days) to notify the school with the reason for the absence and to turn in any medical verification for medical appointments. Any student with 10 excused absences verified by phone calls will be required to provide a written explanation for all future absences. This verification must be written by the appropriate professional on his/her letterhead, addressing the medical, and legal or bereavement reasons. Medical & dental notes may be emailed to carololiver@vistausd.org or faxed to 760-631-2503.

Flyers

MGM Website Slide-Deck - Eng

Beatriz Barron: Social Worker Jasmine Suleiman: Counselor Lydia T. Contreras: Community School Counselor

Toni Masciola: Peace Ed Mentor Shayna Glazer: Pass/Ameri Corps Mentor

If You See Something, Say Something
Is something or someone bothering your student at school?

If it upsets your student, makes them feel unsafe, or affects their safety at school, let us know.

It is a secure, anonymous, and confidential safety tip line.
You do not have to provide your name unless you want to. The report will be forwarded to
the proper staff to help resolve the situation.

Reminder: Tips are only monitored during your school's operational hours. If this is an emergency or your student or someone you know is in danger or harm's way, please call 911 immediately.