From October 19 through October 23, 2026, our school hosted a week-long celebration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math). Students and staff participated in interactive in-class workshops, engaging hands-on activities, and guest speaker presentations designed to spark creativity and innovation across all disciplines. This event is generously supported by the LAHS PTSA with parent volunteers Dora Yuen and Kara Calhoun leading the way--thank you Dora and Kara!

Highlights of the week included special theater talks in the Eagle Theater on Tuesday and Wednesday. During these block days, classes attended presentations featuring two guest speakers per period, as well as a life size humanoid robot demonstration. 

We want to extend a warm thank you to all of our visiting speakers, dedicated teachers, parent volunteers, and enthusiastic students who made this year's STEAM Week such a memorable and inspiring experience for our entire school community!

Join us for a night of music, friends, and spooky-season fun!

 Please wear your spirit and encourage your students to do the same!

The Homecoming Parade Friday, October 30 is at 1:45 PM on Main Street, and students are expected to attend periods 2, 4, and 6 with attendance taken as usual. Groups walking in the parade check in at 288 First Street by 1:10 PM, and only approved advisors and participating students should be in the staging area. Families, Students, and Staff are invited to cheer along Main Street and join us at the football game at 7:00 PM, where the Court Royals will be announced at halftime. Students and Staff can vote for the Court Royals from Saturday through Wednesday, 10/28.

Meet the 20 members of this year’s Homecoming Court and cast your vote for the two Court Royals. Voting opens at the dance on Saturday and runs through Wednesday, 10/28.

MEET THE HOCO COURT: https://canva.link/sy26-hoco-court

 VOTE: https://lahs.voting4schools.com

We will be blocking off the newer parking in the main lot near the visitors stands (where the portables used to be) for float building, starting on Wednesday.  The charging stations there will continue to be available to staff.

Street parking on Almond Ave. across from the school will be available during the Homecoming Football Game on Friday, 10/30.

The Counseling Team hosted the 11th Grade Parent night and shared information with parents, guardians, and community supporters. If you weren’t able to attend live, here is a link to the 11th Grade Info Night Recording from 10/20 and presentation slides. 

If you missed the CSU + UC info Night on 10/14, the SDSU representative had a family emergency and was not able to attend as planned.  The recording is of the UCSB presentation only, and here are a few slides about CSU admissions information as well.  We also have the recording from last year's UC/CSU night which featured Cal State Fullerton & UC Irvine. We also have a lot of other great content on our MVLA CCC YouTube channel that we hope you check out!

SENIORS: With the 11/01 deadline around the corner, remember to encourage your student to submit their college application when it is ready. Do not wait for teacher/counselor/LAHS forms. Check each college’s policy on sending official SAT/ACT scores or self-reporting, and sending official college transcripts or self-reporting.

FINANCIAL AID- Want to get your paperwork in order for FAFSA or CADAA? Here is what you will need: Spanish + English. Also, join college leaders from: Brandeis University, Colby College, Columbia University, and University of Richmond for an Understanding the CSS Profile webinar to At this event financial aid experts will explain what the CSS Profile is, how schools use it, and tips for completing it successfully. 10/28 (Wed) at 5 PM. REGISTER HERE. 

Financial Aid Workshop, Wed., Oct. 28, from 5:30–8:00 PM, @ Foothill College in Building 8400. Support in English & Spanish. Drop in as it works with your schedule! REGISTER HERE.

Winter tryout schedules are available HERE.

Please note: As we are still in the Fall sports season, tryout schedules are subject to change based on Fall playoff schedules. Please check the linked information regularly for updates. Athletes MUST finish their FALL sport before trying out for a Winter Sport. 

A physical exam is required for participation in athletics. If your student has had a physical within the last 12 months, upload the completed form during registration.

Coaching positions available:

We are more than halfway to our goal of $2.17 million. Each donation, big or small, gets us closer! MVLAfoundation.org/donate

Next week we will be hosting two different wellness activities. The first is a digital wellness workshop hosted by survivor-advocate and peer educator, Cynthia Wang, on Wednesday October 28th during ACT. Cynthia is a high school student and the founder of The Safe Link, a youth- and survivor-led initiative focused on online safety, digital exploitation, and sextortion prevention for students and families. 

As a survivor of online sextortion, Cynthia incorporates her experience into interactive workshops to provide accessible and student-centered resources and conversations around these issues. We are excited to welcome Cynthia and have her share about online safety and sexual exploitation prevention from the perspective of a student. Your student can reserve their spot in advance on Minga under Juan Arreola.

The second activity we will be hosting is a fall craft - Ghost Lollipops, on Friday, October 30th during ACT. Your student will have the opportunity to transform lollipops into ghosts and write a note of affirmation or appreciation. This simple activity encourages positive self-talk, gratitude, and meaningful connection with others. Students can keep their affirmations as a reminder to be kind to themselves or gift their creation to brighten someone else’s day! Your student can reserve their spot in advance on Minga under Juan Arreola.

Join the City of Mountain View on Saturday, October 24, 2026, for a fun-filled, family-friendly Halloween celebration featuring biking, walking, and safety activities for all ages!

 Family Bike Ride

Bring your family and enjoy a day of fun while building confidence and learning essential biking and walking safety skills! Kids can practice their bike-handling skills, participate in a walking challenge, and get their bikes tuned up for FREE!