September 12, 2016Archbishop Mitty High School is pleased to offer our parents, faculty and students a weekly e-mail newsletter that highlights campus events and student achievement. Highlights: 9/12-9/25
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September 14 Freshman Parent Night Java and Jazz
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CounselingFreshman Parent Night is this Wednesday, September 14th, at 6:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Please review the email from your student's counselor regarding your session time and location. We will cover the following topics:• What to Expect Freshman Year • Four-Year Academic Plan • Four-Year College Guidance Plan • Naviance - an Interactive College Planning Website We look forward to seeing you! Seniors Please review the following from the 2017 Senior Handbook: • Senior Calendar • The Recommendation Checklist (You can pick up an official recommendation form from your counselor) • Responsibility Chart • "Things You Should Know Before College" Handout If you are applying Early Action/Decision, please meet with your counselor, as soon as possible. For your convenience, you can set up an appointment with Mrs. Duquette in Counseling Office or email your counselor directly. |
Performing Arts
Java and Jazz |
Jamaica Immersion TripCampus Ministry is offering an immersion trip to Jamaica from April 13-21, 2017. Juniors, not currently enrolled in an ECJ class, and seniors are eligible to apply for this immersion trip. Juniors and seniors received an application in their school email account on September 6th. The application deadline is this Sunday, September 18th, at 11:59 p.m. Please see the Campus Ministry website for more information. |
Visit Mitty Registration and Applications for the Class of 2021 are
Visit Mitty registration for 8th graders interested in applying to Archbishop Mitty High School is now available online. The Visit Mitty Program provides an opportunity for prospective 9th graders to visit campus, see classes, and get to know the Archbishop Mitty community. To register for the Visit Mitty Program, please visit the AMHS Admissions Website. |
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PSAT/Activities Day: Wednesday, October 19thOn Tuesday, September 6th, you should have received an email from the school that summarizes the following information:On the near horizon is October 19th, set aside as PSAT/Activities Day. On this day, regular class sessions are suspended for the day and the four class divisions undertake the following: • All freshmen come to school and then travel by AMHS-provided bus to do service at local agencies (on campus by 7:50 a.m; back to campus and excused for the day at 1:00 p.m). • All sophomores take the PSAT exam on campus (on campus by 8:45 a.m; test concludes and excused for the day by 12:30 p.m.). • All juniors take the PSAT exam on campus (on campus by 8:45 a.m.; test concludes and excused for the day by 12:30 p.m.). • Seniors are encouraged to visit local colleges and universities. During the week of September 7th, an email will be sent to each AMHS family with more details regarding the events of October 19th. Please note the following: • Attendance is required of every freshman, sophomore, and junior. Roll will be taken, as on any regular class day. • You do not need to register your student to take the PSAT exam; the school has already done that for every sophomore and junior. • The cafeteria will not be open for food service on this day. Sophomore/Junior/Senior Evening College Faire During the evening of October 19th, the Counseling Department will host a College Faire. College representatives from across the United States will be present in Fien Gymnasium from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to answer any questions about their colleges or universities. AMHS students, and their parents, are invited to attend. NCAA Informational Session The Counseling Department, in conjunction with the Athletic Department, will host a NCAA Informational Night on October 19th, from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. The event is open to all families of student-athletes who want to play a sport in college. It will include an overview of NCAA eligibility requirements and the recruitment process. A panel of coaches and current student-athletes will be available to field questions. This session will be offered in the Aymar Events Center. Note: If you plan to attend the NCAA Informational Session, please RSVP to Nina Duquette, Administrative Assistant for Counseling, by calling (408) 342-4217, or emailing nduquette@mitty.com. |
Athletics ReportVarsity Football Team Takes Second Consecutive WinThe Varsity Football Team took home the team's second consecutive win of the season with a decisive 41-7 victory over Palo Alto High School on Friday. The defense held Palo Alto scoreless for three quarters, until they gave up a touchdown late in the fourth quarter. The offense, defense, and special teams all made big contributions, according to Head Coach Keith Burns. Congratulations Monarchs! Cross Country Season Starts Strong The Cross Country team opened its season with a strong performance in the 32nd annual Ed Sias Invitational. The Varsity Women's Cross Country team placed 13th out of 22 teams, while the Varsity Men's Cross Country team placed 14th out of 22 teams. On the two-mile course, newcomers to the program got their first exposure to racing and a few returners set personal records. Sophomore Dimitra Constantin gave the top individual performance in her first varsity race, placing 27th out of 148 runners. Go Monarchs! |
AMPAThe Mother/Daughter Communion Brunch will be held on September 25th. This will be the the 20th anniversary of the Archbishop Mitty High School Mother/Daughter Communion Brunch. Mass will begin at 10:00 a.m. in the Fien Gymnasium, followed by a brunch in the Aymar Events Center. All faiths are welcome and encouraged to attend. Formal invitations have been mailed home. RSVP and pay by September 16th. If you have any questions, please contact Mary Ann Prescott, by calling (408) 342-4208, or by emailing mprescott@mitty.com.Booster Passes 2016-2017 School Year  The AMHS Booster Pass admits the entire family (two parents, all school-age children) to all home games for AMHS teams. The booster pass can provide you with significant savings, as home contests carry a $5 adult charge. We have five home football games, numerous home volleyball games, and basketball games. The cost of the pass is $125 dollars. You will also receive a booster baseball cap. The AMHS Booster Pass cannot be used for playoff games. Your name will be immediately added to the gate list allowing entrance with, or without, your booster pass card. The card can be purchased online by selecting Booster Pass from the Quick Links menu, or by clicking here. |
Parent Pledge Annual CampaignAnnual parent pledge has begun. No other gift program benefits your student more directly. The funds raised go directly to the operating budget to fund enhanced academic and extracurricular programs for your child and other Monarchs. As an added bonus, many corporations are willing to match your gift. Your employer can advise you if your company has a matching gift program. Thank you to the many families who have responded so generously. The program is being coordinated by Mary Jane Schmidt in the Advancement Office. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact her by calling (408) 342-4226. |
Registrar's OfficeReport CardsReport cards are posted on the AMHS website at the conclusion of each semester and each quarter. Grades on the second and fourth report cards are the semester grades and provide the basis on which credit for that semester's work is determined. Only semester grades appear on transcripts, which are also posted on the website. The first and third quarter report cards are considered formal student progress reports. Printing Report Cards and Transcripts Report cards and transcripts may be printed from the school's website and may be accessed from Quick Links. Follow the example to log on to your student's page. Click on Students on the top bar to view the drop down menu to select "Report Card or Transcripts." Posting dates for the 2016-17 year are: Quarter One: October 31, 2016 (report card only) Semester One: January 12, 2017 (report card and unofficial transcript) Quarter Three: March 22, 2017 (report card only) Semester Two: June 2, 2017 (report card and unofficial transcript) |
Challenge Success Speaker Series at Stanford UniversityMedia Rules: Healthy Connections in the Digital AgeChallenge Success will be hosting a parent education event on Friday, September 30th, at 7:00 p.m. in Memorial Auditorium on the Stanford University Campus. The keynote speaker will be Catherine Steiner-Adair, Ed.D. author of the award-winning book, The Big Disconnect: Protecting Childhood and Family Relationships in the Digital Age. For more information on the event and to purchase tickets, please visit the Challenge Success website. |
Careers in BusinessThe first Archbishop Mitty Career Symposium of the year will be held on Wednesday, October 5th, during the morning activity period at 9:55 a.m. in the Thomas Kinkade Center for the Arts. Students interested in careers in business should mark their calendars now! |
Attention Senior Parents!
Senior Tributes |
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