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.”
Tuesday, September 4, 2018 Regular Schedule
CALENDAR
TODAY 9/4 – 9th Grade Parent Meeting at 7 pm in the Auditorium
WED 9/5 – FRI 9/7 – PSAT Walk-In Registration in the CCC
WED 9/5 – Community Coffee with the Principal at 7:30 am in the Admin Office
WED 9/12 – 5th Period Drill Schedule (No Office Hours)
THU 9/13 – Back to School Night at 6 pm in the Auditorium
FRI 9/14 – Minimum Day Schedule
STUDENT INFO
· Attention Students: Would you like to get some free quality tutoring help with your studies? Would you just like a place to study quietly after school? Either way, the afterschool peer tutoring program and Study Hall is for you! The program for this year will begin TODAY after school. We will use room 23, Mr. Zeoli’s room, until the library reopens. Tutoring/Study Hall will be from 3-5 pm Monday through Thursday every week. Juniors and Seniors: We need good tutors. If you are interested in earning easy community service credit, come see us (Mr. McAvin or Mr. Zeoli) in room 23 after school.
· Attention Students: Thanks to all students who participated in the first monthly Class War competition: Dodgeball !In 4th place, Juniors; in 3rd place, Freshmen; in 2nd place, Sophomores and 1st, Seniors! The next class war competition will be on Friday, Sept. 28 at lunch.
· Calling all artists! Want your work published? Interested in editorial cartoons? Creating art for creative news spreads? La Vista is looking for contributing artists. Stop by Room 101 for details or email [email protected].
SPORTS
· Track Tryouts will be held Sept. 5 from 3 – 4:15 pm. Meet at the track at the Finish Line.
· Any student who is interested in trying out for Boys’ Golf this year can see Coach Cox this week in Room 410 during lunch or during PM Office Hours.
· Girls’ Lacrosse tryouts are this week, TODAY through Friday, Sept. 4 – 7, 3:00 – 4:30 pm on the West Field. No experience necessary. Bring cleats, running shoes, lacrosse stick, goggles and mouth guard. Email Amanda Cross, [email protected], with questions.
CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
· Interested in tutoring middle schoolers in Math or getting volunteer hours? Come to the Together We Tutor Club meeting TODAY in Room 352 at lunch.
· Want to learn about and discuss Philosophy? Come to Ms. Cabrera’s Room 45 on Wednesdays at lunch.
· The American Sign Language Club has its first meeting this Friday, Sept. 7 in Room 74! Come join us to learn about this beautiful visual language!
· Eligible Candidates: Forms for consideration for this year’s National Honor Society are due Friday, 9/7 by 3 pm. Please see the email in your mbusdapps accounts for details.
· Looking for volunteer opportunities? Want to be a good person? Come to Interact Club in Mr. Bartlett’s Room 232 TODAY. All are welcome!
· Come to the Latino Scholars Union every Tuesday (TODAY) at lunch in Room 73, Señora Martinez’s room. ¡Gracias! ¡Adios!
· Get in touch with your inner Moana at the Pacific Islanders Club Wednesdays at lunch in Room 44.
· Interested in Anime and Japanese films? Come to Mr. Holland’s Room 46 TODAY at lunch. We are voting on the shows/movies we are watching next Tuesday, so stop by!
· Attention all Club Presidents! Club Renewal papers will be available to pick up Wednesday, Sept. 5 in Rooms 40 and 41.
· Mustangs – Have you bought your green and gold Goodr sunglasses from La Vista yet? If so, send us your selfies @lavistamedia on Instagram. If not, buy a pair from our MBX webstore or any La Vista staff member. Shades are polarized, UV400, and $20 a pair. Stop by Room 101 if you have questions.
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER
· Schedule a one-on-one appointment with one of our credentialed college counselors. Call 310-318-7337 ext. 5253 or email [email protected].
· College Representative Visits In The CCC – If visit is during class please get teacher permission to attend. This is an opportunity to learn about your schools of interest and meet the admission counselors. View all visits and sign-up to attend on NAVIANCE. Please bring your school ID.
o TODAY 9/4 – Santa Monica College at 12:20pm (lunch).
o Wednesday, 9/5 – SoCalRoc at 12:20pm (lunch); U.S. Marine Table (outside CCC during lunch).
o Friday, 9/7 – Georgia Tech at 8:00am, UCLA at 10:23am, University of Michigan at 11:25am, Emory University at 12:20pm (lunch).
· Internship Opportunity Information Session on Thursday, 9/6 at 12:20pm in the CCC – Learn more about interning for the campaign to re-elect Assemblymember Al Muratsuchi, who represents the South Bay in the California State Assembly. This is a wonderful opportunity for students interested in politics to participate in a high-profile and targeted race. Students who complete the internship program requirements will gain valuable exposure to a career in campaigns, politics, and government. They will also receive a letter of recommendation from Assemblymember Muratsuchi.
· SENIORS – Visit the CCC for College Application Assistance:
o College Personal Statement Revision- Please bring in a hard-copy of your essay if you would like feedback from one of the counselors. Typically essays are completed within 2-3 business days.
o Walk-in Wednesdays for help with applications, essay revisions and to have your questions answered! No appointment necessary. Walk-In Hours are on Wednesdays, from 3PM to 5PM.
· JUNIORS AND SOPHOMORES - ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THE PSAT IS NOW OPEN THROUGH Sept. 7 – Cost is $25
The test will begin at 7:00am on Oct. 10 at MCHS. To register online, please go the MCHS website and click on the PSAT icon. After you register online, bring your receipt to the CCC to pick up your PSAT Study Guide. In-person registration will be available September 4 – 7 in the CCC; payment by check, made out to MCHS, or cash only. Please contact the CCC with any questions – ext. 5253.
· SoCal Roc is now enrolling for the fall 2018 semester. Classes begin Sept. 10. Come to the CCC to sign up and learn more about the classes we offer.