UPDATES
UPDATES
October PSAT Update
Los Altos HS will NOT be giving the PSAT in October 2020, since it is an "in-seat" test.
Since LAHS is still 100% distance learning, we will not be administering the PSAT/NMSQT on October 14th. The College Board is aware that many schools in the nation are not able to administer the exam as there are no remote options available. Tuesday, January 26 has been announced by the College Board as an alternate date, provided the exam can be safely administered in an in-person setting by then. As COVID conditions and State and Health Department directions are changing in response to the rate of infection and other related factors, it is important that parents and students monitor announcements on our website.
AP Test Online Registration
September 14 - November 2, 2020
September 14 - November 2, 2020
AP Test Registration and Ordering will run from September 14th to November 2, 2020. This is a 2-step process, The first step is to join your class sections with the codes your teachers have given you; follow the instructions on this link Join Your AP Class. The second step is to pay for your tests by November 2, 2020. Use the following link to either create or use your existing account with Total Registration AP Payment Login. If you are not enrolled in an AP class and want to take the test, email Jacqueline Ping at jacqueline.ping@mvla.net to get a test only join code.
Please remember, unless both steps are completed by November 2, a test will not be ordered for you. Please see the attached letter that gives more detailed information about the Registration and Ordering process.
Did you miss Back to School Night 2020?
CLICK ON THIS LINK to see a recording of the Back to School presentation by LAHS Administrators as well as videos by the MVLA Foundation, LAHS Athletic Boosters and LAHS PTSA.
Teachers have emailed links to their recorded Back to School Night presentations to parent/guardian email addresses listed in SIS.
Announcements
Announcements
CANVAS HELP
LAHS Students (and Guardians / "Observers")
Log into Canvas HERE:
Need guidance using Canvas?
Need a basic course in Canvas for MVLA sutdents?
Reopening Guide from the Santa Clara County Public Health Department
Here is a link to the Parents' Reopening Guide for Santa Clara County K-12 Schools.
You can also find information on the MVLA website and in Board of Education documents.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
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Calendars
LAHS Vision Statement
We value a healthy, equitable learning environment in which students and staff support one another. We are committed to the application of 21st Century skills and knowledge in the classroom and beyond.
Learn MorePoints of Pride
Points of Pride
93%
COLLEGE BOUND STUDENTS
2253
STUDENTS
113
CLUBS
1%
TOP 1% OF US HIGH SCHOOLS
E-LISTS
LAHS E-List Subscription Management. Leave, Join, review lists for various activities and communities with LAHS.
Learn MoreABSENCE REPORTING
Parents are required to call the attendance office the day their student is absent.
Learn MoreCrises Services
CRISIS SERVICES
If you are in immediate danger of hurting yourself,
CALL 911 OR GO TO THE NEAREST EMERGENCY ROOM.
National Suicide Hotline: 800-784-2433
If your child is in crisis (and is under 18 years of age and is in Santa Clara County) but is not at immediate risk, call Uplift Family Services (upliftfs.org) and they will send a crisis counselor free of charge. 24-hour crisis line: 408-379-9085 or 877-412-7474.
- 1-877-41-CRISIS (for residents of Santa Clara County)
- California Youth Crisis Line: 1-800-843-5200
- Crisis Text Line: Text START to 741-741
Online Resources
Wellness
School-based Mental Health and Wellness
Emotional wellness helps determine our capacity to handle stress, relate to others and make good choices. At MVLA, wellness is a way of seeing and making decisions that connect physical health, mental health, and learning. Wellness works best in a culture of kindness and respect in which we watch out for each other. There is a saying that it takes a village - and we are the village. Each person associated with MVLA plays a role in student wellness and makes a difference in each other’s emotional safety and wellbeing.
Mental health promotion, school infrastructure, and mental health intervention services support the mental, behavioral, and social-emotional health of students and further students academic achievement. Students’ and parents’ trust, connection, and participation in the school setting is pivotal to student mental health and wellbeing.
We share and update information and online resources to support our students and each other towards emotional wellness on our dedicated webpage, found under the "Education" resources.
Student Support Referral Form
If you would like someone to reach out to you, please fill out this form:
English: bit.ly/mvlasupport
Spanish: bit.ly/mvlaayuda
If you are experiencing an immediate crisis, please call 911.
Title IX
TITLE IX
About Title IX
About Title IX
Title IX is a federal civil rights law that was passed as part of the Education Amendments of 1972. This is public law states that “no person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”
Information about Title IX, students’ rights, how to file a complaint and links to more resources are on our Education Services page under Policies and Procedures.
MVLA Title IX Coordinator
Margarita Navarro, Associate Superintendent, Educational Services is the Title IX Coordinator for the Mountain View Los Altos High School District, and can be reached by telephone at (650) 940-4650 x0030 or by email at margarita.navarro@mvla.net.
Safety
School Safety Plans
Student, staff and campus safety is our top priority so MVLA schools hold emergency preparation drills each school year. Teachers, administrators and other staff are trained in emergency response protocols.