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Immigration Information and Support for MVSD Families
Dear Mill Valley Families, We understand that navigating the immigration process can be complex and overwhelming, especially for families striving to build a secure and stable future in California. In light of these challenges and during these uncertain times, we have compiled a range of valuable resources and information designed to help you understand your rights, access essential services, and connect with trusted organizations. Protecting the safety, privacy, and educational rights of every student is a top priority for us, and we are committed to ensuring that all students feel safe, supported, and not afraid in our schools. California’s Laws Regarding Schools and Immigration Enforcement Under California law, schools are considered “safe zones” for all students, regardless of immigration status. This means that schools are prohibited from cooperating with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) without proper legal authorization, such as a judicial warrant. Additionally, schools are required to notify families if they receive any ICE-related request. Please be assured that the Mill Valley School District does not collect immigration status information, and therefore, we have no such information to share with any law enforcement agency. We want every student to feel safe and welcomed in our schools. We are here to support all families, regardless of immigration status, and we are committed to providing a learning environment where students can focus on their education without fear or worry about their safety. Our District and all of our schools are dedicated to ensuring a positive, inclusive, and protective environment for every family. If you have any concerns or need additional resources regarding these policies, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your school principal for support. Resources and Information for Immigrant Families: Immigration Supports and Resources: [Marin County Office of Education Website] Immigration and California Families: [State Immigration Website] Emergency Family Plan ( English | Spanish ): Document from MCOE North Bay Rapid Response Network: 707-800-4544 “Know Your Rights” ( English | Spanish | Additional Languages ): For families The Public Defender’s Office: Calendar of events , including upcoming “Know Your Rights” community information events across Marin County Caregiver’s Authorization Affidavit ( English | Spanish ) Thank you for your partnership in fostering a safe, supportive, and fear-free learning environment for every student.
Friday, Jan 24 2025
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Parent/Caregiver Meeting - Superintendent Recommenda...
Parent Caregiver Meeting - Superintendent Recommendations for Program Reductions January 14, 2025 Dear Mill Valley Community, Over the past week, Superintendent Kaufman and Assistant Superintendent Rigney have visited each school site to present information regarding the recommended program reductions that the Board of Trustees will be asked to consider at the January 16, 2025 Board meeting. Below, you will find the video recording and PDF presentation of these meetings. Presentation PDF
Tuesday, Jan 14 2025
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MVSD School Board Meeting
Mill Valley School District Board of Trustees Regular Board Meeting January 16, 2025 Thursday, January 16 2025 at 6:00 p.m. - Mill Valley Middle School Library Closed Session at 4:00 p.m. Public Comment for Items on the Agenda for CLOSED SESSION. Ninety-minutes prior to the start of each meeting, Google forms will be made available for members of the public attending remotely to complete public comment forms. For those individuals attending in person, public comment cards are available immediately prior to the meeting. Board Meeting Open Session - 6:00 p.m. Public Comment on Items Not on the Agenda: Public comment on items not on the agenda will be taken as outlined in the Public Comment section of the Board agenda. Public Comment for Items on the Agenda: Ninety-minutes prior to the start of each meeting, Google forms will be made available for members of the public attending remotely to complete public comment forms. For those individuals attending in person, public comment cards are available immediately prior to the meeting. Public Agenda Review Meeting: Superintendent Kaufman and Assistant Superintendent Rigney will be hosting a Zoom check-in meeting on TODAY, Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. They will be available to walk through the agenda and answer questions. Zoom link will be posted in a pop-up on the front page of our website. BOARD AGENDA MORE INFORMATION
Saturday, Jan 11 2025
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MVSD School Board Meeting
Mill Valley School District Board of Trustees Regular Board Meeting & Annual Organizational Meeting December 16, 2024 Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. - Mill Valley Middle School Library Closed Session at 3:00 p.m. Public Comment for Items on the Agenda for CLOSED SESSION. Ninety-minutes prior to the start of each meeting, Google forms will be made available for members of the public attending remotely to complete public comment forms. For those individuals attending in person, public comment cards are available immediately prior to the meeting. Board Meeting Open Session - 6:00 p.m. Public Comment on Items Not on the Agenda: Public comment on items not on the agenda will be taken as outlined in the Public Comment section of the Board agenda. Public Comment for Items on the Agenda: Ninety-minutes prior to the start of each meeting, Google forms will be made available for members of the public attending remotely to complete public comment forms. For those individuals attending in person, public comment cards are available immediately prior to the meeting. Public Agenda Review Meeting: Superintendent Kaufman and Assistant Superintendent Rigney will be hosting a Zoom check-in meeting on TODAY, Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. They will be available to walk through the agenda and answer questions. Zoom link will be posted in a pop-up on the front page of our website. BOARD AGENDA MORE INFORMATION
Thursday, Dec 12 2024
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Middle School - Shelter in Place
Dear Families, We want to inform you that Tam High School is currently conducting an evacuation due to a threat specific to Tam High. Mill Valley Middle School has been instructed by the police department to shelter in place. Children are safe and secure, and sheltered in place. Please do not come to our campus at this time for the safety and security of all involved. We will send more information as we receive it. [Tuesday, Dec 10 at 12:36 PM] Good afternoon families, we are pleased to be able to report that the police department have just informed us that the shelter-in-place has been lifted for MVMS. We appreciate our staff, students and families for their calm response, and for adhering to our safety protocols.
Tuesday, Dec 10 2024
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Happy Thanksgiving Mill Valley!
Grateful for Our Mill Valley Community: A Thanksgiving Message 🍂🦃 🎶🍂 A Fall Concert to Remember! 🍂🎶 As we head into the festive season. we wanted to share a little seasonal snippet from the MVSD Fall Choral Concert that took place on Thursday, November 20th! Our students sang their hearts out and brought pure joy to everyone in the audience. A huge thank you to our amazing students, staff, families, and Kiddo! for making this unforgettable evening possible. You all helped make the night a true celebration of music and community. Enjoy the performance and let the good vibes roll!
Tuesday, Nov 26 2024
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Congratulations!
Congratulations Mill Valley School District Staff, Students, and Community! We are happy and incredibly proud to celebrate the remarkable achievements we've reached together! The latest results from the California School Dashboard highlight our unwavering commitment to excellence, and it's clear that we are making extraordinary progress. Our performance in English Language Arts and Mathematics has soared to new heights, with our English learners showing an impressive 24.8% performance gain—an outstanding reflection of the hard work and dedication of our teachers, staff, students, and families. This achievement underscores the positive impact of our inclusive and supportive learning environment. But our success doesn't stop there! We've seen significant growth across all subject areas, and we're especially proud of the strong increase in our attendance rates, which speaks to our community’s deep commitment to student success. While science scores weren't given a performance level, our students continue to outperform expectations, showing steady improvement in this critical subject. While our suspension rates saw a slight increase from 0.8% to 2.2%, this change is a direct result of our district’s commitment to holding students accountable for their actions and reinforcing a culture of respect. We've placed a heightened emphasis on civility, ensuring that all students understand the importance of contributing to a safe, positive, and respectful school environment. This increase reflects our dedication to maintaining a school community where safety and personal responsibility are top priorities. Together, we've made incredible strides, and this success is a direct result of the passion, hard work, and collaboration of our entire community. Let’s keep celebrating these victories and look forward to even greater accomplishments ahead! Mill Valley is truly a place where all students can thrive, and we couldn't be more excited about what we’ve achieved together. Keep up the amazing work, everyone! More TK-K Info Here [Monday, Nov 25 at 8:50 AM] Corrected link to 2024 California School Dashboard added. Apologies for the error.
Friday, Nov 22 2024
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Welcome Back to School Mill Valley School District
Welcome Back to School! From the Mill Valley School Board Hello and a big welcome to all our new and returning families! We are excited about the new school year and we heard from Dr. Kaufman, who visited all our school sites today, that the energy and enthusiasm has been fabulous. As current and former district parents ourselves, we remember all of those “first days” - complete with first day jitters, lunches packed with favorite snacks, backpacks that were tidy, and navigating ALL of the big feelings all at once. Some of you may know us well, but to many, we are new faces so we wanted to quickly introduce ourselves. We are 5 trustees from diverse professional backgrounds (architecture, human resources, law, education and finance) who care deeply about this District and are committed to fostering an environment where all students can thrive. Together, we have over 40 years of experience in the district, across all 6 schools, 3 of us currently have district students, and one is an alumna herself of our wonderful district. As parents, we’ve collectively experienced the amazing work and commitment of more than a hundred certificated teachers as well as the incredible efforts of countless specialists, aides, administrators, and site staff who do their part to make this an amazing place for students. Come find us and say hello at upcoming events like parent coffees, PTA meetings, and the Back to School Nights. We welcome correspondence from our families and you can always reach us at letterstotheboardoftrustees@mvschools.org Here’s to a fantastic school year! Sharon, Natalie, Elli, Michele and Yunhee.
Thursday, Aug 22 2024
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Classroom placements are officially live!
Elementary Teacher assignments are visible in the Aeries Portal for families with Data Confirmation complete! August 19, 2024 Classroom placements are officially live! If you have completed your Aeries Data Confirmation, you are now able to view your child’s class assignment via the Aeries Portal. An email announcing class placement will not be sent home this year. You can find more information about Aeries Data Confirmation here. If you have multiple students, Data Confirmation must be completed for each student. After you have completed your Data Confirmation, log into the Aeries portal, click on "Student Info" from the menu on the left, then click "Contacts" from the menu on the left, then click "General" from the menu bar across the top of the page. Locate the "Teacher" field to find your child's assigned teacher. Alternatively, you can log in to the portal, click on Student Info from the menu on the left, then click Siblings (even if your child does not have a sibling). The teacher is then listed under the School information. Thank you for your assistance with data confirmation and ensuring we have up-to-date information for all students for the first day of school! We look forward to welcoming all students on Thursday, August 22.
Monday, Aug 19 2024