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Summer Newsletter Update
Registrar's Office
Schedule of Classes
Student course schedules will be mailed in July. Parents and students should review the schedule. All students will receive an updated schedule in homeroom the
first day of classes. Students should use their course schedules for reference in ordering books from Varsitybooks.com.
Add/Drop Process
The Office of the Registrar is closed in July. Seniors seeking a schedule change may do so at no cost on August 5th. All other students seeking a schedule change may do so at no cost on August 6th and 7th. Please email all requests no earlier than August 5th to Karen Waterbury. Emails are the preferred method of communication and will receive the quickest and most complete response. If e-mail is not available, please leave a message at 408-342-4216. When leaving a message, include your full name, ID number, the change request, and your daytime telephone number. Please speak slowly and distinctly when leaving a voice message and please call only once. All emails and phone calls will be answered in the order in which they are received beginning no earlier than August 5th. After the Add/Drop dates there will be a $25.00 fee for any change to first or second semester classes.
Summer School Norms
Students seeking to advance in mathematics during summer school must receive
permission from the Mathematics Department Chair. Students enrolled in the AMHS Summer School will have their schedules automatically adjusted if their summer coursework would change their placement. No call is needed. Students enrolled in summer school at another institution must request that an official transcript be sent to AMHS. The deadline for submission of transcripts is August 3rd. |
Bookstore
Order Your Books
Once again the Archbishop Mitty Bookstore will be teaming with varsitybooks.com to serve all your book needs for the upcoming 2009-2010 school year. Books can be purchased starting July 6th at varsitybooks.com. Ordering online is quick, easy, secure, and convenient. If you wish to order by phone, you may do so by calling VarsityBooks at 1-877-827-2665 and speaking to one of their Customer Service Representatives. Varsity Books guarantees fast delivery, competitive prices, and
no-hassle returns. In addition, Varsity Books is able to provide our students with a wide selection of high quality used books at greatly reduced prices, while supplies last. With convenient links to book titles, easy online ordering, and fast delivery right to your door, getting ready for classes is just a few clicks away. Please refer to your student's schedule when ordering and follow the directions listed on the website for further instructions.
You can also order your lock (mandatory purchase), PE uniform, and heart
monitor strap through varsitybooks.com. Again, please refer to your student's schedule when ordering. |
Dean of Students
Reminders to Returning Parents
and Students
You may DOWNLOAD AND PRINT from our website the following information/documents for your convenience:
- Student Behavior Policies, including Dress Code
- Application for Student Parking Permit and Student Driver Carpooling
- First-Year Driving Restrictions, Curfew and School
- Attendance and Discretionary Absences Policies. Remember that the Attendance
Office needs a phone call the day of the absence and a note upon your student's return to school. Potential discretionary absences longer than two days, including participation in club athletic competitions, must be brought to Dean's attention one week in advance.
- College Visit Form. Seniors are allowed two days absence for college visits and must submit this form in advance of the absence(s).
- Deliveries to Students: Only academic items may be dropped off at the
Attendance Office for student pick-up.
- Consult the Parents section for updated information on student online
communications.
Advice for New Parents and Students
You may access the following information/documents from our website:
- School Policies: Parents and students should become familiar with School Policies, including Attendance, Discretionary Absences (including participation in club athletic competitions) and the Dress Code (please note the restriction on students wearing track suits as a new policy for next year) prior to the start of school.
- Traffic Directives
- Cell Phone and iPod Policy: Personal listening devices must be off and put away
while on campus from 7:50-2:35.
- Personal Laptop Policy: Personal laptops brought to school can be used only for academic work during school hours, 7:50-2:35 (in the library from 7:20-4:30). All of the Student Rules and Code of Ethical Technology Use also apply to personal laptops at school. Consult the Parents section for information and policies regarding student online communications.
- Closed Campus: Campus is closed until 2:00 p.m. each school day even when the student has the last period of the day free. Appointments should be scheduled during free periods or after 2:00 p.m., and community service should be
scheduled after 2:00 p.m. |
Student Activities Highlights
The events mentioned here are just a sample of the opportunities available to students and parents. Please communicate with your son or daughter about the ongoing activities throughout the year.
Freshman Orientation
Freshman Orientation is designed to introduce new students to the many facets of life here at Archbishop Mitty.
Below are some important times and notes about the orientation:
Students Must be in Dress Code
Freshman Orientation is mandatory. All unexcused absences will be treated as cuts and referred to the Dean of Students. Students are required to attend the entire day's activities.
Wednesday, August 12--FRESHMAN ORIENTATION 8:45 a.m.
-Students arrive in the Fien Gym and are welcomed.
-Yearbook and student I.D. pictures will be taken. If you would like to order picture packages of your son or daughter, simply fill out the order form included and write a check made payable to Len Conrad School Photography. Have your student bring this order form and check with him or her to Orientation.
-Lunch on August 12 will be provided for students.
4:00 p.m. Students are dismissed and should be picked up.
Thursday, August 13--FRESHMAN ORIENTATION 1:00 p.m.
-Students meet in their homerooms.
-WEAR SPIRIT SHIRTS (given out the first day of orientation) and comfortable clothes in accordance with the AMHS dress code.
-On August 13, dinner for both students and parents is provided.
5:30 p.m. Parents join the Class of 2013 for the mandatory dinner and
parents' meeting.
8:00 p.m. Orientation concludes.
Thursday, August 13--TRANSFER ORIENTATION 1:00 p.m.– 8:00 p.m.
Transfer students have received a separate mailing regarding
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Magazine Drive – August 19 to September 10
As the only student fundraiser of the year, the Magazine Drive supplements the costs for all student activities. Renew your subscriptions through your son or daughter, or buy new magazines, CDs, and more. Parents are needed to help process orders and prizes. Please e-mail Teresa McCabe or phone her at 408-342-4253 for more information on how to help in this effort. |
Spirit Week – October 5 to October 10
Spirit Week is a full week of events, including daily dress themes, rallies, Powder Puff football, and lunch time activities. This week concludes with the Homecoming Game on Friday night and the Homecoming Dance on Saturday night.
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Christmas Penny Drive – October 1 to November 25
This annual competition has allowed the school to raise thousands of dollars for local charities throughout the years. Remember, bills and silver coins count as negative points for opposing classes, and pennies count as positive points for your class. Start saving your pennies now! |
Monarch Madness – March 4
The best night of the year to be a Monarch always comes during the month of March. Certainly the most anticipated night, Monarch Madness has become an incredible display of school spirit and pride. The event has grown to such a large extent over the years that Student Activities Program holds this event in the Civic Auditorium in downtown San Jose. Be sure to mark this night down on your calendar. |
Dances
BACK-TO-SCHOOL DANCE--Friday, September 4
8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
HOMECOMING DANCE--Saturday, October 10
8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
CHRISTMAS DANCE--Friday, December 4
8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
SPRING DANCE--Friday, February 19
8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
JUNIOR PROM--Saturday, April 24
7:00 p.m. to midnight
SENIOR BALL--Saturday, May 15
7:00 p.m. to midnight |
ID Pictures-August 18-20 (for Sophomores, Juniors
and Seniors)
New pictures for a new year. Note that freshmen have their pictures taken during Freshman Orientation, Sophomores on August 18, Juniors on August 19, and Seniors on August 20. If you would like to order picture packages of your son or daughter,
simply fill out the order form and a check made payable to Len Conrad School Photography. Have your student bring this with them to Orientation. |
Summer Reading 2009
The Archbishop Mitty High School Summer Reading Program is pleased to provide students with the summer reading selections for 2009. The intent of the Summer Reading Program is to provide students a pleasurable reading experience of
quality literature. It is our belief that reading skills and appreciation of literature are developed through regular reading, including summers. Summer Reading
letters and reading selections by grade level can be found by selecting Summer Reading under Quick Links on the home page of the Archbishop Mitty website.
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Phone Directories and Daily Planners
for 2009-2010
Freshmen will receive these at orientation. All other students will receive these in homeroom the first day of school. |
Don't Miss Out on Buying Your 2009-2010 Yearbook!
Don't forget to buy 2010 Excalibur early! Look for more details on our Archbishop Mitty home page. Buy early and save! |
Athletics
In order to be allowed to tryout for any AMHS team, the student-athlete must complete and turn in a completed Medical Screening Form (yearly physical) to the Department of Athletics. The student-athlete will not be allowed to participate in any tryout or contest prior to submission of this form to the Department. |
Practice and Meeting Times for Fall Sports, 2009-2010
Men's Football — Head Coach: Mr. Matt Haniger
- First tryout for Varsity and JV: Friday, August 14, 8:00-10:30 a.m.
- First tryout for Freshmen: Friday, August 21, 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Meet on the Football Field Bleachers.Please bring cleats, athletic shorts, and a white tee shirt with their last name on the front and back. August 22nd we will have 2 practices, please bring a lunch.
Men's and Women's Cross Country — Head Coach: Mr. Mark Frise
- First formal practice for Non-Freshmen: Friday, August 14, 9:30-11:30 a.m.
- First formal practice for Freshmen: Friday, August 21, 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Meet at Monarch Lion statute by football bleachers; wear running shoes and comfortable running attire. Must attend all practices/meets.
Men's Water Polo — Head Coach: Mr. Mike Hendrickson
- Tryouts for all Varsity and JV: Friday, August 14, 3:00-5:30 p.m.
- First practice for Freshmen: Friday, August 21, 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 22, 9:00-11:30 a.m.
Meet on the pool deck; bring swimsuit and goggles.
Women's Field Hockey — Head Coach: Ms. Justina Williams
- First tryout day for Varsity: Friday, August 14, 3:00-6:00 p.m.,
Saturday, August 15, 8:00-10:30 a.m.; 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Monday, August 17, 9:00-11:30 a.m.
(Final team made at the conclusion of the Monday session and attendance at all 4 sessions is mandatory)
- First tryout day for Freshmen and JV: Tuesday, August 18, through August 21
4:00-6:30 p.m. (Final team made at the conclusion of the Monday session and attendance at all 4 sessions is mandatory)
Meet in the bleachers on the Joanne Gallucci Softball Field; wear comfortable workout attire, shin guards, cleats, and bring running shoes, water, and mouth guard. Sticks will be provided for those who need to borrow one. All players who have made one of the teams must attend a mandatory meeting accompanied by a parent on Saturday morning, August 22nd.
Women's Golf — Head Coach: Mr. Matt Garrison
- All Interested Players must attend
Meeting in Room 109. Monday, August 31, 3:00 p.m.
Tryouts to begin same week
Women's Tennis — Head Coach: Mr. Jason Scalese
- First tryout for Varsity and JV: Monday, August 24, 3:00-6:00 p.m.
Meet on the tennis courts; bring tennis shoes, tennis racket, water bottle and
running shoes for conditioning.
Women's Volleyball — Head Coach: Mr. Bret Almazan-Cezar
- First tryout for Varsity: Friday, August 14, 3:00-5:30 p.m., Saturday, August 15, 11:30 a.m. and 2:30- 5:00 p.m.; Monday, August 17, 9:00- 11:30 a.m.; 2:30-5:00 p.m.
- First Open Gym: JV/Freshmen Tuesday, August 18, 3:00-5:30 p.m.
- First tryout for JV and Freshmen: Monday, August 24, 3:00-5:30 p.m.;
Tuesday, August 25, 3:00-5:30 p.m.; Wednesday, August 26, 3:00-5:30 p.m.
Meet in the MacLean Gymnasium; bring comfortable workout attire, tennis shoes, and kneepads. A calendar will be distributed listing all the mandatory tryout sessions for the remainder of the weeks.
Women's Water Polo — Head Coach: Ms. Rachel Rhodes
- First tryout for Varsity and JV: Tuesday, August 18, 5:00-7:00 p.m.
- First tryout for incoming Freshmen: Friday, August 21, 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 22, 12:00-2:00 p.m.
Meet on the pool deck; bring swimsuit, towel, goggles, cap, and running shoes.
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Practice and Meeting Times for Winter Sports,
2009-2010
Men's Basketball — Head Coach: Mr. Tim Kennedy
- Meeting for all those interested in playing basketball will be held September 1st at 2:45 p.m., in room 807. Those not playing a fall sport should attend. Those playing a fall sport should contact Mr. Kennedy at ext. 4335 or at tkennedy@mitty.com to indicate interest.
Women's Basketball — Head Coach: Ms. Sue Phillips
- Meeting for all those interested in playing basketball will be held August 26th at 2:45 p.m. in room 805. Those not playing a fall sport should attend. Those playing a fall sport should contact Ms. Phillips at ext. 4322 or sphillips@mitty.com to indicate interest.
Men's Soccer — Head Coach: Mr. Vince Bachanas
- Meeting for all those interested in playing soccer will be held September 3rd at 3:00 p.m. in room 506. Those not playing a fall sport should attend. Those playing a fall sport should contact Coach Bachanas at vbachanas@moreland.org or at
874-3522 to indicate interest.
Women's Soccer — Head Coach: Mr. J.T. Hanley
- Mandatory informational meeting for all non-Fall sport athletes will be held on September 9th at 2:45 p.m. at the Football Grandstand. If you have any
questions, please email Coach Hanley at jthanley@mitty.com
Wrestling — Head Coach: Mr. Chris Curry
- Informational meeting for all non-Fall athletes interested in trying TBA
If you have any questions, please email Coach Curry at ccurry@mitty.com |
Spring Sports, 2009-2010
Note: Tryouts for spring sports may begin February 1, 2010. Optional preseason conditioning and workouts are to be determined by individual coaches. Meeting times for all sports are TBA. Please contact head coaches through the Athletic Department at 342-4274 for more information.
Badminton--Head Coach: Mr. Wilfredo Vargas
Baseball--Head Coach: Mr. Bill Hutton
Men's Golf--Head Coach: Mr. John Mosunic
Men's Swimming--Head Coach: Mr. Mike Hendrickson
Men's Tennis Head--Coach: Mr. Jason Scalese
Men's Volleyball--Head Coach: Mr. Kevin Corral
Softball--Head Coach: Ms. Sarah Thomas
Men's Track and Field--Head Coach: Mr. Kevin Dunn
Women's Track and Field--Head Coach: Ms. Dina Oakland
Women's Swimming--Head Coach: Mr. Tom Miller
Lacrosse--Head Coach: Mr. Carlos Trujillo |
Calendar Highlights
First Semester Calendar Highlights for Parents
Date: 8/13/09
FRESHMAN/TRANSFER STUDENT PICNIC AND MANDATORY PARENT/STUDENT
ORIENTATION MEETING
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Date: 9/1/08
BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT Parents meet in Fien Gym
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Date: 9/11/09
AMPA FAMILY TAILGATE PARTY
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Tailgate party for students, parents, alumni, friends, preceding
Archbishop Mitty/Gilroy football game at Foothill College
Date: 9/27/09
MOTHER/DAUGHTER
COMMUNION BREAKFAST 12th annual, on campus
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Date: 9/29/09
FRESHMEN PARENT NIGHT
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Orientation in Aymar Events Center regarding adjustment to high school and college future
Date: 10/28/09
AMPA FALL LUNCHEON
Time: 11:30 a.m.
Social event for all parents at Villa Ragusa in Campbell
Date: 11/2/09
PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCE NIGHT
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Individual conferences for parents with questions or concerns about
student progress in particular classes
Date: 11/14/09
BLACK AND GOLD 2009
Time: 6:00 p.m.
An elegant evening of fun and entertainment at the Fairmont Hotel
in support of AMHS. Don't miss it!
First Semester Calendar Highlights for Students
Date: 8/14/09
VARIOUS FALL SPORTS TRYOUTS BEGIN
Time: Varied
Consult the Athletics page at www.mitty.com or check the list of dates enclosed.
Date: 8/18/09
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
Time: 7:50 a.m. – 2:35 p.m.
All students meet in homerooms to start the day.
Schedule is as follows:
7:50 – 8:30 Homeroom 11:15 – 12:25 Period 3a
8:35 – 9:45 Period 1 12:05 – 1:15 Period 3b
9:55 – 11:05 Period 2 1:25 – 2:35 Period 4 |
Campus Ministry Highlights
Online registrations for all retreats will re-open again on August 3. Go to the Archbishop Mitty Retreat website page to register. You can sign up for only one retreat per year and the entire registration process, including payment, is done online. Please register as soon as possible as retreats fill up fast. If you are an
athlete, or anticipate being in a performing arts production, please schedule your retreat so that it does not conflict with your season or rehearsal schedule.
Contact Mr. Dick Howard at 408-342-4249 or Selena Lopez at 408-342-4248 for more information.
Retreat Dates:
FRESHMAN "AWAKENINGS" RETREATS:
No.1 Sept. 25-26, 2009
No.2 Nov. 13-14, 2009
No.3 Feb. 26/27, 2010
No.4 Apr. 30-May 1, 2010
SOPHOMORE "AGAPE" RETREATS:
No.1 Nov. 6-7, 2009
No.2 Jan. 29-30, 2010
No.3 April 23-24, 2010
JUNIOR "QUEST" RETREATS:
No.1 Sept. 10-12, 2009
No.2 Nov. 19-20, 2009
No.3 February 11-13, 2010
No.4 Mar. 18-20, 2010
SENIOR "KAIROS" RETREATS:
No.1 Sep. 7-9 2009
No.2 Oct. 19-21, 2009
No.3 Nov. 2-4, 2009
No.4 Jan. 18-20, 2010
No.5 Feb. 15-17, 2010
No.6 Mar. 8-10, 2010
The link to online registration can be found by selecting Retreats under Quick Links on the home page of the Archbishop Mitty website. |
For additional information visit mitty.com
© 2009 Archbishop Mitty High School, 5000 Mitty Avenue, San Jose, California 95129. Phone: 408-252-6610 Questions or comments? Contact us.
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