Principal’s Message 

Dear Bubb Families,

I cannot thank you enough for the wonderful Walk-A-Thon.  The participation and connections we made on Friday will have a lasting impact on our students’ core memories.  Bubb’s PTA is a priceless asset to our community and they have gone above and beyond with another event.  We have raised over our goal of $55,000 and families have the opportunity to put in a last minute donation until tonight, midnight!  I look forward to our upcoming monster Mash and Silent Auction.  Go Cubs!

In the following weeks, we will focus on attendance and work with our Bubb Cubs to build healthy habits in sleep and morning routines.  Every instructional minute counts and we want each student to come to school calm, confident, and not feeling rushed.  Teachers start instruction right away in the morning, and we want each student to have the opportunity to maximize their potential.  I thank you in advance for your partnership on this important habit.  

Here are some reminders of upcoming community wide events:  Please remember we have our Parent University Event tonight in Room 19 with Pacific Clinics at 5:00pm.  We will serve snacks (pandulce, coffee) and host childcare in the library. We have our ELAC tomorrow at 5:30pm in Staff Lounge.  We also have our Folklorico Dance Performance on Friday.   Also, be on the lookout for Parent Teacher Conference information from teachers.  

In Gratitude,

Principal Jung

Important Dates 

9/15 - 10/16	Hispanic Heritage Month
10/3	ELAC Meeting - 5:30 to 6:30pm - Staff Lounge
10/4	Fall Picture Make-up Day
10/4	Folklorico Dance - 9:15 am MUR
10/8	Walk and Roll to School Day
10/10	Professional Development Day - NO SCHOOL
10/11	Recess Day- NO SCHOOL
10/14	Morning Meeting K-2
10/16	Bookmobile visits Bubb - 2:30 - 3:30
10/18	Principal's Coffee - 8:15 to 9:15am - Staff Lounge
10/21 - 10/25	Parent Teacher Conference Week -Minimum Dayall week
10/25	Monster MASH -
10/28	Morning Meeting 3-5
11/1	End of Trimester 1 - Minimum Day Dismissal at 11:55 am
11/8	Bubb PTA Silent Auction
11/11	Veterans’ Day - NO SCHOOL
11/13	Safe Routes to School Assembly
11/18 - 11/22	United Against Hate Week
11/25 - 11/29	Thanksgiving Break- NO SCHOOL

School News 

Picture Retake Day is coming! 

Picture Retake day will be this Friday, October 4, 2024. If your student was absent for the picture day earlier this month, or you would like to retake the photos, let your teacher know so that they can be sure to have a retake on October 4, 2024.

No School - October 10 and 11, 2024

Next week, on Thursday and Friday, October 10 and 11, 2024, there will be no school. Teachers will be in professional development on Thursday.  Students and teachers will have a recess day on Friday.

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]).

 

District News 

The Board of Trustees will meet on Thursday, Oct. 3 at 6 p.m.

Some of the topics include:

• Resolution in Support of LGBTQ+ History Month

• 2024-2025 Budget Considerations and Update

• Mathematics Programming and Curriculum Adoption Process 

• Budget Advisory Committee Process Status Update

• Vendor Approval Process

• Board Goals Update

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

 

Superintendent's Community Check In on Friday, Oct. 4.

Please join us for our Community Check-In with Dr. Ayindé Rudolph on Friday, Oct. 4 at 3:30 p.m. Bring your questions. Spanish interpretation will be provided. Click here to register: http://mvw.sd/CC104

 

MVWSD Seeks Parents & Staff Members for Health & Wellness Committee

The Health & Wellness Committee is looking for parents and staff members for the 2024-25 school year! This committee aligns District efforts to support student wellness through health education, physical education and activity, health services, nutrition services, psychological and counseling services, and through promoting a safe and healthy school environment. 

The Health and Wellness Committee will meet three times during the school year on Zoom, with the first meeting tentatively scheduled for November. 

If you have experience, knowledge, or interest, please complete an application at: http://mvw.sd/health by October 11.  If you have any questions, please contact Brian White, Health & Wellness Coordinator at [email protected].

 

Better Together: October

Families come in all shapes and sizes, each one a unique community bound by love, support, and shared experiences. This month #BetterTogether presents the topic “A family is a community”. October is also LGBTQ+ History Month. As we celebrate both of these together, we are reminded of the countless families that have fought for recognition and acceptance, paving the way for a more inclusive understanding of what family means. From single-parent households to multigenerational homes, from same-sex couples to chosen families within the LGBTQ+ community, each family contributes its own special thread to the vibrant tapestry of our society. For more information about Better Together, visit mvwsd.org/bettertogetherMVWSD.

 

Parent Involvement Board Policy

Families, thank you for your engagement and involvement with our schools. Our sustained partnership is a big part of our continuous improvement as a district. Per California Department of Education guidelines, here for your review is the most recently updated version of our Board Policy on Parent Involvement. Any questions should be directed to Geoff Chang, Director of Federal, State, and Strategic Programs ([email protected]).

 

MVEF has already raised over $300K! Help us reach our $1.2M goal by making your donation today.

Thanks to the incredible support of new and returning donors, corporate matching, and grants, MVEF has secured over 25% of this year’s $1.2M goal. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has contributed! As MVWSD prepares next year’s budget, hitting our fundraising target early gives us the confidence to maintain current programs and possibly introduce new initiatives.

Become an MVEF donor or renew your support for this school year by clicking here. You can even set up a monthly recurring donation. Every gift counts towards funding essential programs like art, music, environmental science, athletics, clubs, and smaller class sizes - both now and for the future!

Community Partners

YMCA Hiring for MVWSD Afterschool Program 

The YMCA is looking for enthusiastic individuals to support the MVWSD Afterschool Program. If you're passionate about working with students and creating fun, engaging afterschool experiences, this is a great opportunity! Apply today and make a difference in our school community: ymcasv.org/jobs.

Fixit Clinic: Oct. 5

Join us at the upcoming Fixit Clinic! Fixit Clinics are made possible through a partnership between the City of Mountain View and the Santa Clara County Recycling and Waste Reduction Commission. This free community-based workshop is staffed by volunteer Fixit Coaches that will collaborate and help you learn how to repair your broken items.

Saturday, October 5

11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Maker Nexus, 1330 Orleans Drive, Sunnyvale

 

Bring your electronic gadgets, appliances, computers, toys, sewing machines, bicycles, fabric items, and more for assessment, disassembly, and possible repair. Register for the October 5th Fixit Clinic using this form.

Walden West: Autumn Adventure 2024 Join the entire Walden West Community for an Autumn Adventure in the woods on Saturday, October 12 from 9am - 12 pm at Walden West! It is a great way for families to see Walden West if they have not been to science camp yet or to revisit their favorite spots if they have already attended. It will be fun for all ages with hiking, nature activities, garden time, food, music, and more! For tickets and ways to be involved, visit https://givebutter.com/wwf-autumn-adventure.

PTA News 

Bubb PTA Walkathon - 2 words: THANK YOU!!!!

Wow Bubb Cubs. Wow. Our community came together for an epic Walkathon full of smiles, active feet and sweet memories. Together, we not only hit our goal of raising $55,000, but we had fun along the way. Your support means the world to Bubb PTA.

The Walkathon fundraising and lap tracking officially closes on Wed, Oct 2 at midnight, so get those last donations in and send any unrecorded laps to Christina: [email protected]

Again, a massive thank you to the 160+ volunteers including middle schoolers, high schoolers, grandparents and neighbors for showing the true spirit of community.

Next week we'll announce all the winners of the golden sneakers and more so stay tuned!

Save the Date: Help Refresh the Blue Bubb Planters!

Parents and kids, join us on the morning of Friday, October 11th (no school) to help refresh the blue Bubb planters around the blacktop. We'll be pruning the existing plants and adding new succulents and geraniums. It's a fun way to make our school beautiful! More details to come soon. Email Rebekah Laffoon at [email protected] if you have any questions or if you have any other ideas!

 

Walk and Roll 10/8

Let's keep the momentum going with a Walk and Roll day on Tuesday, 10/8.

Pick up a raffle ticket as you walk into school, or by the Peace Tree. Write your name on it and put it in the box near the Bubb Kudos box to enter to win prizes at a future Monday Morning Meeting.

 

Due to conference week, this will be our only Walk and Roll event for October.

 

Parents: if you are interested in joining the Walk and Roll Committee to help organize future events, please reach out to Silja Paymer at [email protected].

Flyers

Walden West: Autumn Adventure 2024 

YMCA Hiring for MVWSD Afterschool Program 

2024-2025 School Calendar

October Lunch menu