Aug 28, 2016

Community Football Night - Friday, Sept. 2nd

Come out and enjoy an evening of football for the whole family as the Monte Vista Monarchs take on the Christian Patriots. JV game starts at 4:30pm and Varsity kicks-off at 7:00pm. There is also a special half-time scrimmage by the Los Toros Youth Football Program. Tickets are $7.00 for adults, $3.00 for children 6 - 8 yrs old and Free Admission for children under 5 and students with ASB cards.

Free and Reduced Lunch Forms - Due Sept. 2nd

ALL PARENTS - Please fill out our 2016 - 2017 Free and Reduced Lunch Application.
Monte Vista's status as a Title I school is dependent upon the number of families that complete the form and qualify for aid. As a Title I school we receive government funding that allows us to enrich the curriculum with Advanced Placement, AVID and other support courses.  Monte Vista needs every parent to apply. CLICK HERE FOR THE ONLINE APPLICATION or pick up a paper version in the Guidance Office or Student Support Center.  In order to avoid any disruptions in your student's ability to receive food, please apply before September 2nd, 2016.

Monte Vista Students Contribute to Community

The East County California  has been following the positive interactions of Monte Vista students and the East County Youth Coalition with the Case de Oro community. To read the full article written on August 24th, 2016 - click HERE.

November Ballot - Measure BB


​Measure BB is a local Proposition 39 General Obligation school bond measure on the November 8, 2016, Presidential General Election ballot seeking voter authorization to complete needed repairs and upgrades to Grossmont Union High School District (GUHSD) facilities for improved student safety, instruction, and learning. Measure BB requires 55% support to pass. A "YES vote" approves the District's plan to upgrade East County high schools; a "NO vote" rejects the plan. All registered voters residing within GUHSD boundaries, will be eligible to vote on Measure BB.

For more information on Measure BB, click HERE.

Aug 23, 2016

Spirit Week: August 29 - Sept 2

Spirit Week is August 29th - September 2nd. The Dress-Up Days are:
Monday - Jersey Day
Tuesday - Super Hero Day
Wednesday - Beach Day
Thursday - Nation Day
Friday - Super Spirit Day

Friday we will be on an Assembly Bell Schedule.

College Fair - August 25th

The College Fair is this Thursday, August 25th from 6:00 - 8:00pm in the Gym. Be sure to attend if you have questions about the college application process, financial aid and much more!

The One.Org Club - Meetings Every Monday

The One.Org Club welcomes all new members who are interested in community service, social activism and fundraising to help the most desperate people in our world and in our community. We are planning trips to the Homeless Center, Museum of Tolerance as well as planning the Holiday Outreach Festival, Stop Hunger Event and much more!  Meetings are every Monday at lunch in Room 811. Bring your lunch and a friend! Let's change the World!

Chromebook Distribution: Aug 23 - 26

Grossmont Union High School District's FutureForward Initiative will provide chromebooks to every student at Monte Vista. Chromebooks will be distributed August 23rd - 26th by grade level during English class. Students must have their Responsible Use Policy/Distribution Agreement signed by a parent or guardian in order to pick up their chromebook. For more information about the FutureForward Initiative, chromebook use or warranty information, please reference the district resource page HERE.

Monarch Football on KUSI PPR

Monte Vista's Monarch Football Team was featured on KUSI's Prep Pigskin Report (PPR) as they previewed the 2016 football season. The segment featured interviews  with senior Jose Gonzalez and senior Jamez McClendon as well as footage of their practice. Click HERE to watch the full segment. Monte Vista's home opener is on Friday, September 2nd at 7:00pm versus Christian High School. 

Remind Messages - Sign Up Now!

Want to stay up-to-date with programs, events and news at Monte Vista? Sign up to receive Remind Messages via email or text message. To sign up for the Student Remind Messages, click HERE, or sign up for the Parent Remind Messages HERE

Back to School Info!

On Tuesday, August 9th Monte Vista will have its doors open all day for new student orientation, schedule pick up and school business. 

Freshman Orientation: 8:00am - 12:30pm in the Gymnasium
Schedule Pick Up: 1:00 - 2:00pm

The Guidance office will also be open Wednesday, August 10th and Thursday, August 11th from 1:00 - 2:30pm to address any scheduling errors; missing periods, duplicate classes etc. This is not for personal schedule requests such as teacher preference, elective change, etc.

Paper schedules not picked up on August 9th will be available before the 1st day of school on Monday, August 15th.