September 14, 2015Archbishop 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: 9/14-9/20
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Monday, September 14 |
Friday, September 18 Monarch Football |
Saturday, September 19 |
CounselingParent NightsFreshman Parent Night is on Thursday, September 24th, starting at 6:30 p.m. Please review the email sent from your student's counselor regarding location and session time. We look forward to seeing you!! Seniors Your counselor will schedule one-on-one meetings with you this week. If you do not receive an appointment by the end of the week, please contact Mrs. Nina Duquette. |
Registrar's OfficeAMHS uses two methods of reporting grades for students WEBGradeTeachers provide grade information on or about the 1st and 15th of each month through WEBGrade. This information includes specifics on student grades such as homework assignments, quizzes, class participation, projects, and exams. Parents and students may review a student's progress by consulting WebGrade. Teachers upload grades at the middle and end of each month. This may be accessed from Quick Links on the website. The student ID is your student's 5 digit ID number and the password is your student's last name. Report Cards Report 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 are the basis on which credit for the semester's work is determined. Only semester grades appear on the transcripts. Transcripts are also posted on the website. The first and third quarter report cards are considered formal student progress reports. Report Cards and Transcripts Report cards and transcripts may be printed from the school's website and may be accessed from Quick Links Report Cards. 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 transcript. Posting dates for the 2015-2016 year are Quarter One: October 27, 2015 (report card only); Semester One: January 12, 2016 (report card and unofficial transcript); Quarter Three: March 14, 2016 (report card only); Semester Two: June 3, 2016 (report card and unofficial transcript). |
Java and Jazz
And Philz too! |
Synopsys Science FairSynopsys Science FairAMHS is excited to announce that we now have a program to mentor students to participate in the Synopsys Silicon Valley Science and Technology Championship on March 16-17, 2016. The Synopsys science fair is a great opportunity for our students to compete for prizes for their scientific work, including an opportunity to be awarded an all expenses paid trip to the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair. Students interested in science or engineering research are encouraged to participate. Information can be found in myMitty under the Academic Resources tab. Please contact Mrs. Nguyen at tnguyen@mitty.com with any questions. |
2015-16 Booster Pass PurchaseThe AMHS Booster Pass admits the entire family (two parents, all school-age children) to all home games of AMHS teams. The booster pass can provide you with significant savings, as home contests carry a $5.00 adult charge. We have five home football games, numerous home volleyball games, and basketball games (men and women). The AMHS Booster Pass cannot be used for playoff games. Students can pick up a family booster pass and gift from the Athletics Office Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 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. |
Visit Mitty Registration and Applications for the Class of 2020 are Now AvailableVisit 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.Applications for the Archbishop Mitty High School Class of 2020 are also now available online by visiting the Freshman Application page. Applications for the Class of 2020 are due by Friday, December 11, 2015. If you have any questions about either of these online features, please contact the Admissions Office at by email or by phone (408) 342-4300. |
Monarch Basketball Clinic
(Boys) 5th graders through 8th graders - October 17th and 18th 9:00 a.m. to noon - Fien Gym |
PSAT/Activities Day: Wednesday, October 14, 2015Wednesday, October 14, 2015, is 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:• 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). • 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.). • 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 14th. 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 14th, 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 an NCAA Informational Night on October 14th, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. The event is open to all families of student-athletes considering playing a sport in college and 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, at (408) 342-4217 or nduquette@mitty.com. |
UPLIFT Support Group
The Mass of Healing - Monday, October 12th, at 2:45 p.m. in the Chapel. All are welcome. |
Athletics ReportMen's Water Polo Capture Pre-Season TournamentIt was a perfect start to the 2015 season for the varsity men's water polo team, as it captured the Connolly Tournament at Lynbrook High School last weekend. The Monarchs defeated squads from Lynbrook, Sobrato, and Half Moon Bay high schools to reach Saturday's championship game. Matched up against Willow Glen High School, the team fell behind 4-1 in the first half before staging an epic comeback to post a 6-4 victory and claim the title. Several players had excellent outings over the four-match event, including senior Nate Chandler and juniors Connor MacLean and Dylan Luu. Congratulations to the entire team! Field Hockey Open 2015 with Win and Draw The varsity field hockey team began the 2015 campaign this past week with a pair of non-league contests against local opposition. The Monarchs posted an emphatic 5-0 win on Wednesday afternoon's season opener at Los Altos High School. Two days later, the team returned home and welcomed Saratoga High School to John Mise Field. Falling behind 1-0 to the visitors before the break, the Monarchs got a crucial second half equalizer from senior Hannah McCabe. The match ended deadlocked at 1-1 through the remainder of regulation and overtime as the two teams shared the spoils. The Monarchs will hit the road for three games this week as they take on St. Ignatius (Wed), Del Mar (Fri), and Davis (Sat). Best of luck! |
Parent Pledge Annual CampaignAnnual parent pledge has begun. No other gift program more directly benefits your student. 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 at (408) 342-4226. |
New Photos Now on the Monarch Photo SiteBe sure to check out Monarch Photos for recent events including Varsity Football vs Aptos. |
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