May 2012

Dear MPUSD Community Members:

We are rapidly coming upon the close of yet another school year; STAR testing is finishing up, and soon the class of 2012 will be donning caps and gowns and proudly accepting their diplomas while their friends and family applaud their perseverance and success.

This month I am delighted to see so many wonderful learning opportunities happening across our district. Please read this month’s Bay Windows to see how our students have been participating in exciting events such as the Monterey Next Generation Jazz Festival, FIRST Robotics Competition, History Day Competition and Challenge Day and Pursuit Youth Expo.

During the month of May, we take time to honor our dedicated employees that educate, feed, and tend to our students. We celebrate Child Nutrition Employee Appreciation Week, National Nurse Week May 7th-11th. Without the support of those who nourish the bodies (and brains!) of students, and assist in life’s physical emergencies, we could not do the job we do.

Teacher Appreciation Week is also May 7th - 11th. As an educator, I know full well the behind-the-scenes work by teachers that happens in preparation for instruction and how often work extends beyond the school day. I wish to offer my gratitude to our staff for their valued contribution toward making our students’ education a high quality experience.