Major General Murray High School

October 2025

Campus and Community

Get Involved and Stay Connected: October at MGM Community School!

We're excited to share some fantastic programs and upcoming events that make our MGM Community School a hub for learning and well-being for students, families, and the wider community!

Exciting Programs for Students and Community

We have a variety of enriching and educational programs running this fall. Many are open and free to both students and the community!

Take a look at the diverse activities available through our Thursday PM program—there's something for everyone!

Kainga Steel Drums: Students can jump into the exciting world of steel drums with our "KAINGA" program! It’s a fun, rhythmic way to learn an instrument.
Garden 31 (English & Spanish): Get your hands dirty and learn about gardening in this great outdoor program offered in both English and Spanish.
Heavy Breathing Personal Training: A chance to focus on health and fitness goals.
Credit Recovery: Important academic support for students.
Welding Program at RBV & Cosmetology/Barbery at MGM: Excellent Career Technical Education (CTE) opportunities to learn valuable, hands-on skills. The Cosmetology/Barbery program is held right here at MGM with TNN Beauty.

Community and Family Resources

Pathways to Citizenship and ESL Classes: Resources to support our non-native English speakers and those on the path to citizenship.
Healthy Relationships Lunch Group: A supportive group for students to discuss and learn about positive relationships.
StandUpforKids Organization: Connecting our community with resources for at-risk and homeless youth.

Bulldog Parent Academy: A parent series of all the need-to-know information about graduation pathways, college/advanced training, and beyond!

Important Health and Wellness Events

Mark your calendars for these essential health services happening right here at MGM:

A+ Teeth Event

Dates: Thursday, October 23 & Friday, October 24
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Services: Visual dental assessments and sealants for students only. This is a great opportunity to ensure your child’s dental health is on track.

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

Welcome Back, General Murray!

I want to remind you of the support available:

FAFSA: Apply early for the best chance at financial aid.
Dual Enrollment: Turn in your permission slip if you haven’t already.
One-on-One Meetings: I’m available to talk about your goals, graduation plans, and help set up your community college ID number.
Job Readiness Program (YMCA): Complete six 1-hour classes and earn $190.
Email Support: I’ll be visiting advisory classes to show you how to check email, add attachments, and create a signature. I can also help individually if needed.

Let’s make it a great year together!

If you need help with any of these opportunities, please feel free to walk into Room 204 or email me at juan.rodriguez@vistausd.org to schedule an appointment. I’m happy to assist you in navigating these opportunities.

Manny Rodriguez, College and Career Tech (760) 631-2502 ext. 89214

A Message from your Community Liaison

Greetings MGM Community!

My name is Adriana Gamino-Diaz and I’m the new Family and Community Liaison for Murray High School. I was previously at Mission Vista High School for three years and now I’m excited for this new opportunity to be at MGM! As the Family and Community Liaison my role is to help bridge the information and communication gap between parents/guardians and the school. As a liaison, I provide resources to all families for home, academics, social-emotional, and any community support they need to be academically successful. I also meet with parents, coordinate educational events/workshops, collaborate with other liaisons, attend school district events, work with community partners, and work closely with our MGM Staff.

I'm in the main front office, so feel free to stop by. I look forward to meeting and serving all of you. Go Bulldogs!

I can be reached by email at adrianagaminodiaz@vistausd.org

or by phone at (760) 631-2502 ext. 89008

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

Toni Masciola: Peace Ed Mentor Vacant: 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.