Principal’s Message 

Dear Bubb Families,

Thank you again to our PTA for another successful Silent Auction Event!  There are many special events coming up for our Bubb Cubs, and your support makes all of them happen.  We thank you for your participation and contribution.  

This week, our Bubb Cubs are participating in United Against Hate Week with random acts of kindness, by thinking about community, and showing the Bubb Way.  And, this past Tuesday, our Cubs heard from Grandmaster Perez, former Gold Medalist, about bullying. His message highlighted:

1. Be a champion, know your power. You have 3 types of power: Brain, Feet, Words

2. Bullying is a chameleon. Bullying can take many different forms. Sometimes we don't even realize it's happening, therefore, it is important we are always acting as champions because we can make a difference.

3. Be a model for others. Everyone is a powerful champion that can make a difference. Use your brain to think smart. Use your feet to walk away when you need a break, or no longer feel safe. Use your words to resolve conflict. Show others what it means to be kind & respectful. Apologizing can be a scary thing, but it takes a brave Champion to admit they've made a mistake and take actions to fix it.

4. Stand up for others. Speak up when you notice or feel something is not right. Find a trusting adult to support you. Sometimes the best way to stand up for others is to be a kind friend.

Finally, I wish all of our Bubb Cubs and Families a warm, and happy 

Thanksgiving.  I am grateful to be a part of this community, and I appreciate all of your support.  Have a safe and wonderful break.  

In Community,

Principal Jung

Important Dates 

School News 

Bubb Parent U-Series:  Love Logic

Please join us for a 5-part series on raising respectful, responsible, and resilient children. Our Mrs. Dyer, who is certified by the Love Logic Group, will facilitate this series.  More information to come in the coming weeks, but here are the dates:

January 15, 2025

February 5, 2025

February 26, 2025

March 19, 2025

April 16, 2025

The session will take place in Bubb MUR from 6:00pm - 7:30pm. Childcare and Spanish translation will be available.

Prop 28 - Arts and Music in Schools Funding 

California schools will now receive additional funding for arts and music each year. In addition to our current arts programs, our school will soon have an additional annual budget of approximately $41,000 to spend on more arts and music experiences for students, and we need your ideas! 

There will be two main ways to share your thoughts: 

1. Please click here for a brief survey about potential future arts programming. (The students and staff will be given similar surveys at school). This survey will be open until December 15.

2. Come and hear more about Prop 28 and give input on this topic at these upcoming meetings:

• Principal’s Coffee, January 25, 2025, 8:15am

• SSC Meeting, January 23, 2025, 4:00pm, via Google Meet: meet.google.com/igw-pgnf-cuo

• PTA General meeting, January 28, 2025,6:00pm 

Your input is valued and an important part of our process. To learn more about Proposition 28, click here.

 

Reporting absences

To report an absence, call the office at (650) 526-3480 and press 2, or email [email protected].  Provide the following information: date of absence, student’s name, room number, reason for absence, and name and relationship of the person reporting the absence. It is very important, for safety reasons, that we know the reason why a student is not present at school.

 

Extended Absences During the School Year/Independent Study Contracts

California law requires that all students attend school unless they are ill, have a medical appointment, or have a death in the family.  All other absences are called “unexcused.”  After 3 unexcused absences, district staff sends out a notification letter.  After the 4th and 5th unexcused absences, the student is declared a truant per California education code.  Excessive unexcused absences may lead to review by the State Attendance Review Board.

Family vacations during the school year are considered unexcused absences.  However, per MVWSD School Board policy, parents may request an Independent Study Contract for planned absences of 3 to 14 school days, which must be approved by the principal and the teacher.  The ISC allows the time away from school to be counted as attendance IF the student completes the assigned homework.  Requests must be made a minimum of one week prior to the absence.  To request an ISC, please email Principal Jung ([email protected]).

Medication

All students taking medication at school must submit a “Medication Authorization Form” signed by the student’s doctor.  Forms are available by contacting office staff.  Without authorization, office staff cannot administer any medication, including Tylenol, Advil, allergy medicines, cough drops, or asthma inhalers.  Students are never allowed to have any medication on their person or in their backpack at school.  All medicines and Medication Authorization Forms are kept in the office and brought by the teacher in charge for off-campus field trips.

District News 

The Board of Trustees will meet on Thursday, November 21. Closed session will begin at 4:30 p.m., and open/public session begins at 6 p.m.

 

Some of the topics include:

• Outdoor Learning Areas Designs

• First Interim Budget Report

• Staff Housing Documents

For meeting details and agenda, please click here: https://www.mvwsd.org/trustees.

Parent University Speaker Series: Understanding Your Child’s Score Reports

 

Date and Time: December 3, 2024, 5:30-7pm  Registration Link: http://mvw.sd/pu120324r

 

Understanding your child’s district and state test scores is a key part of building a foundation of excellence. Join Swati Dagar, our Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment as she discusses how to (i) access and interpret score reports and (ii) use the information to engage in a productive partnership with your child’s teacher(s).

 

To submit questions prior to the event, go to mvw.sd/questions. We will do our best to address your question during the session.

 

MVWSD Preschool is enrolling now

MVWSD’s award-winning preschool has openings in its part-day afternoon session (12:00 - 3:00 pm) at Theuerkauf. Families can get an application at mvwsd.org/preschool, stop by the preschool office (1850 Latham St.) or call 650-526-3560.

 

Join MVEF at the Mountain View Tree Lighting Celebration!

Monday, December 9, 2024 5:30 - 8:00 PM Mountain View City Hall

Celebrate the season with MVEF at this festive community event in downtown Mountain View! Enjoy live performances, multicultural tributes, free refreshments, crafts, games, train rides, the dazzling tree lighting, and even a visit from Santa - all free for everyone!

Visit MVEF in the crafts area:

Kids can decorate holiday cards to take home and contribute to a collaborative community canvas painting themed “DREAM”.

Bring your friends, meet fellow parents and students, and spread the holiday cheer as we build connections in our vibrant community!

Also, Save the Date for Giving Tuesday Tuesday, December 3, 2024

Giving Tuesday is a perfect opportunity to support the education of every child in the Mountain View Whisman School District. Mark your calendar and help us make a difference!

PTA News  

THE BOOK FAIR IS COMING!

Our fall Scholastic Book Fair will be held in the MUR during the week after Thanksgiving break (12/2-12/6). Starting Monday, December 2, Bubb students will visit the book fair in the MUR with their teachers to put together their wish lists and to shop.

During those visits, each Bubb Cub will be able to pick out one free book (up to a $10 value).

The book fair will also be open for students to shop during lunch on some days, and for families to shop after school and during our evening Reading Under the Stars event on 12/3. However, the exact hours depend on volunteer sign ups.

To help make the book fair a success, we need YOU! Please volunteer at this link to help at one or more shifts.

Save the Date: Reading Under the Stars 12/3 at 6pm

Get in your pajamas, bring your favorite teddy bear and join us for Reading Under the Stars Tuesday, December 3, from 6 - 7pm in the MUR.

Come listen to Bubb teachers read some great books while you enjoy milk and cookies.

The Book Fair will be open for shopping during the event.

Community Partners

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

Learning Challenges Committee Meeting

December 3, 7:30 pm on Zoom

The LCC is working on providing a support group for parents, and planning to create a wish list for teachers throughout Mountain View and Los Altos for classroom supplies to support sensory needs. Would you like to help? Other ideas to support students and families with learning challenges? Join us here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUld-usrj8tEtNskynSpmorDiYZNt9_KAgq

Morning Let’s Talk Parent Support group

December 19, 10 am  on Zoom.

IEP/504 support group. Have questions about the process to get help for your child? Have an IEP but are not sure how to make changes? Need to vent? This is your confidential group. Register at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrduupqD0vEtSpweFX71KvNAcKW8Csy4D3

Missed past Parent Education events?

We have a YouTube channel with many of our past events including the recent talk on Assistive Technology, info on summer camps and recreational activities, Anxiety and Depression in Children with Learning Challenges, SMART Goals and IEP Troubleshooting, and more. Channel is here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuy7IcVz-4LTDxv2Jaq13nw

 

MVHS Spartan Turkey Trot

MVHS Sports Boosters is proud to host the 15th Annual Spartan Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning (Thursday, November 28, 2024) at the Mountain View High School Track (3535 Truman Ave, Mountain View, CA). People of all ages are encouraged to participate in the 5k Run & Walk and the Spartan Mile (1-mile). Kids are welcome to participate in the 5k and/or Spartan Mile + the 60/400 yd dash races (aka kids races). All proceeds benefit the MVHS athletics department and supporting teams/clubs. Register at https://www.spartanturkeytrot.com/.

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.

Flyers

MVHS Spartan Turkey Trot 

MVHS Tree Lot 

2024-2025 School Calendar

November Lunch menu