Monte Vista visits Suzie's Farm

Thanks to Monte Vista's Pride/ASSETS Program, a group of 40 students were able to attend an after school field trip to Suzie's Farms. As we learned about the history of the farm, their methods of planting and irrigation, how to deal with "pests" in an organic manner, etc students were also taught how to pick the plants without destroying them and were able to bring home a large cache of veggies that they themselves harvested!

District Advisory Council (DAC) Parent Forum - November 1st

The District Advisory Council (DAC) Parent Forum will be held on Tuesday, November 1, 2016 from 6:00-6:50pm at the District Office. The purpose of the District Advisory Council (DAC) is to serve in an advisory capacity to the school district and to have an open dialogue between parents and the school district regarding district programs and policies. This forum is open to all parents of Grossmont Union High School District. We encourage representatives from all parent groups on all campuses to attend (including PTSA, PTO, ELAC, foundations, school site councils, parent booster organizations, etc.).
Each forum will have a different topic to give parents the opportunity to communicate with the Superintendent and other district staff. This month's meeting will discuss School Safety Issues and the LCAP Summary. Click HERE for the meeting agenda.

Categories: DAC

Monarch Theatre Presents The Servant of Two Masters

Goldoni's eighteenth-century masterpiece is an enduring story of love, passion, and mistaken identity. The play is based on the Italian Renaissance theater style, Commedia dell arte, and reinvigorated the genre, which is so heavily based on carnival, while bringing to it an element of realism, mishaps, mix-ups, confusions, disguises and mistaken identity that come with the style. The show runs November 9 - 12th in The Little Theatre. Tickets are $7 in advance, $9 at the door and $3 for children under 9. ASB/GUHSD Theatre Student Discount is also honored.

Categories: theatre

FREE Heart Screening - Dec. 4th

It takes less than 30 minutes to possibly SAVE YOUR LIFE!!  Join us Sunday, December 4th for the Eric Paredes Save A Life Foundation FREE Heart Screening at Monte Vista High School from 9am to 3pm.  Register at EPSaveaLife.org. Download and complete the parent screening packet and bring it with you on December 4th. For more information, read the ENGLISH or SPANISH flyer.

Categories: Health

Parent Safety Forum: October 27th

Join us Thursday, October 27th at Greenfield Middle School for the East County Parent Forum Safety Fair. Food Trucks will be on-site from 5:00 - 6:00 pm followed by presentations from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Topics will include School Safety, Social Media Safety, Pedestrian Safety and Current Drug Trends. Click HERE for the flyer.

Categories: Safety

Cash for College Workshop: October 22nd

Come and get FREE assistance with the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and/or the Dream Act Application. The workshop will be held at Grossmont College this Saturday, October 22nd from 9 am - 12 pm. Plan to bring your parent's federal tax returns, any income and bank records and the list of colleges you're interested in. Go to www.SandiegoCalSoap.com to pre-register or click HERE for the informational flyer.

Categories: FAFSA , Scholarships

Homecoming Dance - Saturday, October 22nd

The Homecoming Dance is this Saturday, October 22nd from 7 - 10pm at Monte Vista. The theme is "Dancing Through the Decades" and will feature DJs from SOS Entertainment, a silent disco, food trucks and much more. Tickets are $25 with an ASB Card and $30 without. Hope to see everyone there!

Categories: Homecoming

Senior Portraits - October 17 - October 28th

Senior Portraits are pre-scheduled for October 17 - October 28th. Appointment dates and times can be found in the Prestige Portrait Packet delivered to each senior from Student Services. If you have not received a Prestige Portrait Packet, please contact 858-935-6969 to schedule an appointment. Make up portrait days are November 15-17th.

Categories: Seniors

Winter Sports - Online Clearance and Physicals

Winter Sports start next month and you MUST complete the Online Clearance process and have a current physical on file in order to try out. The Online Clearance for Winter Sports opens Monday, October 17th and you must "reclear" even if you played a Fall Sport.
Sports Physicals are good for one year from the date of exam; only students with expired physicals must resubmit a current physical in order to tryout. On-campus physicals will be held on Tuesday, October 25th at 2:30 PM.  The cost is $20.00, cash only.  This service is offered as a convenience only.  Students may also get their physicals completed with their family doctor if they prefer.

Categories: Clearance

UT Prep Athlete of the Week: Jahmon McClendon

From the San Diego Union-Tribune: The sophomore tore through the Kearny defense for four touchdowns while rushing for 120 yards in a 50-0 win that moved the Monarchs to 4-1 on the season. McClendon also returned the opening kickoff 90 yards for another TD. Click HERE for the full story.

Categories: In the News

Oct 21 - Last Day to Purchase Spirit Packs

Want to save money on your yearbook, dance tickets and other school items? Friday, October 21st is the last day to purchase a School Spirit Pack. Purchases can be made on campus at the Finance Office or online HERE.

Categories: Spirit Pack

UT Preps - Monte Vista Defense Sets Winning Tone This Season

By Terry Monahan
SAN DIEGO UNION TRIBUNE - Sept 30, 2016

When asked about the best start a Monte Vista football team has experienced in 12 seasons, Monarchs coach Ron Hamamoto pointed to his defense. Click HERE for the full story.

Categories: In the News