DAILY BULLETIN: PLEASE READ IN HOMEROOM CLASS AND POST
MIRA COSTA HIGH
Vision Statement
“Mira Costa is a community of learners where each member has the
opportunity to achieve academic, creative, personal, and social excellence.”
Monday, May 22, 2017 Regular Schedule
CALENDAR
WED., 5/24 – (Office Hours Schedule) All Awards Assembly (optional) during 2nd period in the Auditorium
THU., 5/25 – Seniors Cap & Gown Distribution during snack or lunch only in the Auditorium foyer
FRI., 5/26 – MCHS Student Planner Cover Design Contest entries due to Ms. Meeks in the Office
MON., 5/29 – Memorial Day, No School
WED., 5/31 – Club Day/Core Values Assembly during lunch in the Mustang Mall; Drama Senior Scenes at 7 pm in the Small Theater; MCHS Band Concert at 7 pm in the Auditorium; 11th Grade Physical Fitness Testing in Fisher Gym
STUDENT INFO
· Hey Future Link Leaders! Don’t stress if you have a conflict with one or more of the required events on the application. Please still turn in the application and let us know which dates you will not be available. Applications are due June 1.
· Attention all who received an All Awards Invititation: Please meet on Tuesday, May 23, at snack in the Auditorium for a brief rehearsal.
· ALL STUDENTS! The 2017-18 Mira Costa Student Planner Cover Design Contest needs your designs NOW! See the MCHS website for more information and entry rules. Designs will be displayed and voted upon by faculty and students. Students with the three winning designs will receive prizes, compliments of the Student Store! Submit your vision of Costa to Carol Meeks in the Admin Building by May 26. Get creative!
· The Spring Dodgeball Tournament has arrived! Sign-ups go until 5/23 during lunch. Teams consist of 6 players plus one alternate/coach. Games will begin on 5/24. Come sign up for the last tournament of the year!
FACULTY
· All faculty helping with the All Awards Assembly on 5/24, please meet in the Auditorium at snack on Tuesday, May 23, for a brief rehearsal.
SENIORS
· Caps & Gowns and graduation tickets will be distributed this Thursday, 5/25, in the foyer of the Auditorium during snack or lunch only.
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
· None
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER
· *NEW* Applying to College 101 Series presented in the CCC:
-How to Maximize Your Summer/Timeline for College Applications – May 22 at 2:00 pm
-What Colleges Are Looking For – May 24 at 12:30 pm (PM Office Hours)
-From Stress to Success/Finding the Perfect College and How to Pay for It! – May 25 at 6:00 pm
-Learn about Liberal Arts Colleges – May 30 at 2:00 pm
-Understanding the Selective College Admission Process – May 31 at 6:00 pm
-International and Out of State College Options – June 1 at 2:00 pm
This series will be most helpful for Juniors; however all are welcome to attend.
· SENIORS: All graduating seniors are required to complete the Senior Clearance process by submitting their post-high school plans. Please complete the following steps and bring copies to the CCC by TODAY:
-If you are planning to enter a 4-year or Community College:
1. Updated Naviance college admissions results page. (Go to the College tab. For colleges that you did NOT end up applying to, mark as “withdrawn.” For colleges that you applied to and did not get into, mark “denied.” For colleges you applied to and got into, mark “accepted.” Finally, indicate which school you are going to at the bottom of the page.)
2. Completed senior survey (on Naviance, under the “About Me” tab)
3. Acceptance letter from the school you will be attending, or verbally tell us your plans for next year – taking a gap year, job, military, traveling, etc.
This process will ensure that your final transcript will be sent to the school you plan to attend in the fall.
-If you are planning to work, enter the military, take a gap year, or travel:
1. Stop in the CCC to let us know your plans.
· Looking for a Summer Job or Internship? The South Bay Workforce Investment Board provides access to jobs, volunteer opportunities, and internships for young adults 14-24 years old. Contact Yesenia Tercero at (310) 680-3830 or go to SouthBayYouth.org for more information.
· Summer Volunteer Opportunities – Beach Cities Health District AdventurePlex Summer Camp Program needs volunteers to help kids with fun activities such as arts & crafts, rock climbing, games and more. Apply online at adventureplex.org/volunteer by Monday, June 12. For more information or other volunteer opportunities contact Volunteer Services at 310-374-3426 ext. 273 or [email protected].
· See all Summer Program Listings on the MCHS website→College Tab→School and Job Opportunities→ Summer Programs, or use the link: http://www.miracostahigh.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=349754&type=d&pREC_ID=759373.
· Check out all upcoming CCC Events on the MCHS Website→College Tab→CCC Calendar or use this link: http://www.miracostahigh.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=75171&type=d&pREC_ID=calendar.
· Test Prep Resources are listed on the MCHS website→College Tab→Testing→Test Prep or use the link: http://www.miracostahigh.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=349748&type=d&pREC_ID=759632.