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Weekly communication from the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District. |
Every Day at School Matters - Strong attendance helps students stay connected, engaged and on track for success. This year, families may receive mail or text updates about their student’s attendance, including both excused and unexcused absences. These updates are informational and designed to help families stay aware of missed learning time. Remember to report absences to your child’s school in a timely manner. If your family is experiencing barriers to regular attendance, support is available.
MPUSD Selected to Receive Prestigious Statewide LEAD Award - The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District has been selected to receive the Latina/o Educational Advancement and Distinction (LEAD) Award from the California Latino School Boards Association. The statewide honor recognizes MPUSD’s commitment to educational excellence, equity, student achievement, and expanding opportunities that prepare students for success in college, careers, and life. The district will be recognized during the CLSBA Unity 2026 Conference, next week August 27 - 29, 2026. Read more about this statewide recognition.
Your Voice Matters: Join us for our District English Learner Advisory Council - MPUSD families are invited to participate in our District English Learner Advisory Council (DELAC) meetings during the 2026 - 2027 school year. DELAC provides parents, guardians, and caregivers with an opportunity to share their voices, learn more about district programs and services, and help shape how we support multilingual learners across MPUSD. All parents, guardians, and caregivers are welcome. Childcare and dinner are provided. Visit our website or see flyer below for dates, times, and location.
Multiple Employer Job Fair at Monterey Adult School - Looking for your next career opportunity? Monterey Adult School, in partnership with Monterey County Works, will host a Multiple Employer Job Fair on Wednesday, August 26, from 1 - 4 p.m. Meet with local employers who are actively hiring, make professional connections, and learn about potential job and internship opportunities across a variety of industries. The job fair will be held in person at Monterey Adult School, 1295 LaSalle Avenue, Multi-Purpose Room #13, Seaside. Need help getting ready? Monterey County Works can also assist with event registration, résumé preparation, and interview practice. Call (831) 796-3335 for assistance. Learn more on our website on who is actively hiring and the types of positions.
Marina Falcons Chess Club Expands to Grades K-12 - The popular Marina Falcons Chess Club at the Marina Library is growing. The club is now open to students in grades K-12 and has expanded to two days a week to welcome even more young chess players. Whether your student is an experienced player or just interested in learning, the Chess Club is a fun opportunity to play, practice, build skills, and connect with other students in the community. Check out the flyer for meeting days, times, and additional information. We hope to see some of our MPUSD students at the chessboard.
Monterey High School’s 2nd Annual Car Show - Monterey High School is revving up for its 2nd Annual Car Show on Saturday, September 19, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Presented by Cali Coast Cruisers, this family-friendly community event benefits the MHS Drumline and will feature classic vehicles, a live DJ, food, vendors, awards and plenty of family fun. Admission is free for spectators! Those interested in displaying a vehicle may register at the entrance for $40 per car; the show is open to 1989 and earlier vehicles. Check out the flyers for additional details, parking information and participant guidelines. Come out, enjoy the cars and community, and help support our talented MHS students.
Free Youth Event: Recovering Life Through the Eyes of Youth - Valley Health Associates invites local middle and high school students to its 3rd Annual Recovering Life Through the Eyes of Youth event on Saturday, September 12, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Rancho Cielo Youth Campus in Salinas. This free, youth-centered event provides a positive and welcoming space for young people from across Monterey County to connect, have fun, and engage with their peers and community. The day will include food, games, entertainment, activities, and opportunities for connection. Valley Health Associates hopes to bring together 150 youth from throughout Monterey County for this special day. Registration is required. Families can register using the link or QR code on the accompanying flyer.
MPUSD Launches New Spanish-Language Facebook Community - MPUSD is excited to launch Comunidad de Familias MPUSD, a new Spanish-language Facebook group created specifically for our Spanish-speaking families and students. We will be promoting this page specifically for our Spanish-language families, but share this as information to the MPUSD community at large. The group provides another way for Spanish-language families to connect, stay informed, and engage with our school community. We’ll share important district updates, upcoming events, helpful resources, school highlights, and other information of interest to our families all in Spanish. Comunidad de Familias MPUSD is an additional way to stay connected with MPUSD and complements the important school and district communications families receive through ParentSquare.
Connect with Us - In this section we typically highlight one to three short video reels featuring our schools, students, and staff. We post so much more on our social media platforms. If you're on social media, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube. We have retired our X account this school year.
Board of Education Meeting- The Board of Education will meet next Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at the District Services Center, located at 540 Canyon Del Rey in Del Rey Oaks. You may also participate and make public comment via Zoom or watch it on AMP-TV. The agenda may be found here. If you miss the meeting and want to know what actions the Board takes, you may read Board Highlights following the meeting or watch Spotlight on Board Highlights later next week.
Free Scholarship Money for College - Did you know your child may already qualify for up to $1,500 in free college savings through California’s CalKIDS program? MPUSD wants to make sure every family knows about this incredible opportunity to jumpstart their student’s future. Learn how this state-funded program helps families begin saving now for college or career training. No application required. The sooner you take advantage of this free money, the faster it grows by the time they graduate 12th grade. Visit CalKids directly (Note, you will need your student's statewide Student Identifier (SSID) which you can get on ParentVue by logging in and clicking on student profile.)
Back-to-School Night Dates and Times - Families and community members are invited to join us as our schools welcome the new school year with Back-to-School Nights. These special evenings provide an opportunity to meet teachers, learn about classroom expectations and curriculum, connect with school staff, and discover the many ways families can partner in their child's education. Whether you're a parent, guardian, grandparent, or community member, we encourage you to attend and experience the excitement of a new school year. We look forward to seeing you on campus as we continue working together to support the success of every student.
Free Food for MPUSD Families - We are excited to share chef-prepared, take-home meals for MPUSD families. Visit one of four school sites on various days, including Central Coast High School, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School, Ord Terrace Elementary, and Seaside High School.
FREE Bay FC Ticket for MPUSD Students - Thanks to our incredible partners at Bay FC, MPUSD students can claim ONE FREE TICKET to the September 20 match. Bring the family and join us for a great night of soccer while cheering on Bay FC in San Jose! Claim your student ticket and purchase discounted family tickets:
🎟️ One FREE ticket per MPUSD student
👨👩👧👦 Discounted tickets available for parents, guardians and family members
Most events are linked to MPUSD's website to receive more information. You may also access the district's school year calendar here. (Event dates subject to change. Check with your school site and this section regularly.)
8.24.26 Marshall Elementary Back to School Night
8.24.26 Old Terrace Elementary Back to School Night
8.25.26 Board of Education Regular Meeting
8.26.26 La Mesa TK-8 Back to School Night
8.26.26 Seaside Middle Back to School Night
8.27.26 Seaside High Back to School Night
8.31.26 Marina Vista Elementary Back to School Night
8.31.26 Seaside Child Development Center Back to School Night
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