We start State Testing on Monday!!!
We will test Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday.
We are testing in the morning. It is very important that students are here those days & that they arrive on time!!!
Tips for Success!
- Get a Good Night's Rest
- Eat Breakfast - we serve free breakfast daily from 7:30am to 8:10am.
- Avoid a stressful morning to help the student's mindset.
- Relaxation techniques if they're feeling anxious.
- There is no pressure. Students just need to show what they know.
- Have confidence!
Make sure students bring their own reusable water bottle & that their Chromebooks are charged every day!
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Progress Reports are being mailed home on Monday April 21st. When you receive the reports, please review your child's grades.
If they are struggling, make sure they:
- Talk to the Teacher
- Turn in missing assignments
- Stay after school for homework help
- Attend Saturday School on April 26th
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This Saturday, April 26th, we are offering Saturday School from 8:00am to 11:00am in Room 41. It’s open to all students. Students can come get support on their work, catch up on assignments, or simply have a quiet space to get some work done. They must stay all 3 hours. Snacks are provided. Please enter through the back gate of the school near the library. |
Parents, let’s talk! Join us on Tuesday, April 22nd at 4:00 PM for an important virtual parent meeting focused on student behavior, social media challenges, and building a safer, stronger school community—together. We need parent support! Find the meeting link on our school website. |
We are excited to announce that registration for the SRUSD Summer Academy is now open from April 14th through May 16th! 🎉
Our Summer Academy will be held from June 3rd to June 27th at John Gutierrez Middle School, serving students in grades 6-8. This program is a fantastic opportunity to keep your child engaged and learning during the summer months!
Let’s make this a summer of growth and fun for our students!
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The prices have gone up to $30.
Purchase them in the front office. Cash only.
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We need your support in guiding our students toward healthy conflict resolution strategies. Recently, we've seen an increase in reports of peer conflicts and online cyberbullying among our 6th-grade students.
This week, Mrs. Antuna and Ms. Coronel will be visiting classrooms to talk about appropriate ways to resolve conflicts. We kindly ask that you continue this conversation at home. Please encourage your child to report any incidents to a trusted adult rather than escalating the situation.
Your partnership is essential in helping our students feel safe and supported.
Also, a reminder that a TDAP booster shot is required before entering 7th grade. Call your child’s health clinic today if it’s missing. Your 6th grader will receive a note from the school if they do not have a TDAP booster.
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This Friday, April 25th we have our 8th Grade Water Balloon Extravaganza event right after school. It is free. Students need a permission slip. Must wear dark-color clothing to participate |
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If you didn’t get a chance to submit your order form and would like to order your pictures online, visit Lifetouch.com and use the following ID codes to order: Panoramic (ID: BY044248T0) & Individual Gown (ID: EVT2FV4JQ). |
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Our Promotion Ceremony is Wednesday, May 28th at Sherwood Hall. All guests need a ticket.
Each student receives 2 free tickets and you can purchase up to 10 additional tickets for $5 each.
**Please let us know at the time of purchase if anyone needs ADA seating.
Need more than 12 tickets?
If we have extra tickets, we will sell those the week of May 27th on a first come, first serve basis.
Purchase in the front office. Cash only.
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If you need a gown for the Promotion Ceremony, you can purchase one for $30.00 in the front office. Cash only. |
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Families: A reminder that we’re working with students to improve attendance at Gavilan View. We need them here every day and arriving to school on time. They also should be arriving to each of their classes on time.
We send home notifications weekly when your child is tardy. Please check the "Alerts" on your Parent Square App. If you’re receiving these notifications, please talk to your child at home so they avoid being assigned a Saturday School.
Our school goal is to stay above 95% attendance every day. This past week, we were just shy of our weekly goal. It was 94.9% and we missed the daily goal on Friday. The breakdown by day was:
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Monday 4/14: 95.2%
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Tuesday 4/15: 95.5%
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Wednesday 4/16: 96.6%
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Thursday 4/17: 95.52%
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Friday 4/18: 92.7%
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Tardies this Week: 81 students had at least one tardy this past week. 14 of them were tardy to first period but 68 were tardy to a class later in the day.
We're a team, families! Let's continue to work together to keep striving for improved attendance and work together to talk to the students about why attendance is important!
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Congratulations to Ms. Bona Garretson who was honored as the SRUSD Middle School Teacher of the Year for her dedication, passion, and impact at Gavilan View Middle School. She is a phenomenal teacher who brings so much joy to our school community. Congratulations Ms. Garretson! |
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This week, we celebrate three groups of educators that make a big impact on our students.
After School Professionals Appreciation Week. We want to say thank you to Yessenia and Vanessa for their hard work with the after school program.
Tuesday is School Bus Driver Appreciation Day. Thank you to our bus drivers - Steven, Victor, and Julio - for their dedication to the safe transportation of our students.
Wednesday is Administrative Professional Appreciation Day. We've got a great front office team. Thank you Julianna, Mara, and Vanessa!
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If your child is in the music program, there is a parent meeting on:
Date: Thursday, April 24th
Time: 6:00pm.
Location: The meeting is virtual.
Ms. Gehling will post the link in Google Classroom.
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Families: We want to give a reminder that when dropping off food for students at lunch, you can only drop off food for your student. We can only allow students to receive food from someone on their emergency contacts.
Thank you for your understanding & cooperation!
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Every student who stays after school MUST complete the registration form.
The Right At School program after school offers Homework Help & enrichment activities until 6:00pm daily.
Snack will be provided | Transportation is not provided
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A huge congratulations to our Boys Flag Football team who made it to the League Championship game. They may have come up shy of the victory but we're so proud of them and they're already winners in our book!
Wrestling Championships on Saturday at Gonzales High School at 9am.
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- 8th grade Science State Testing - Week of April 28
- iReady Diagnostic starts on May 5
- Teacher Appreciation Week - Week of May 5
- Spring Concert on May 7
- 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony on May 28
- Last Day of School is May 29
- May 27 - May 29 are minimum days
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You can also find the QR Code on our school website. Click here.
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This week, we are proud to recognize Susana Corona as our Hawk of the Week! Ms. Corona has been an incredible asset to our school community since stepping into her role as Health Aide. She is efficient, knowledgeable, and deeply committed to student well-being. She has streamlined health office procedures, improved documentation processes, and implemented new guidelines that have enhanced communication between staff, students, and families.
One of her most notable accomplishments this year was ensuring that every student was up to date on their vaccinations before the start of the school year—something that had never happened before. Her work is proactive, precise, and always student-centered.
Her peers nominated Ms. Corona for being a team player who supports the front office whenever needed. She’s stepped in to help as a receptionist, trained new and substitute staff, and provided a consistent and calm presence. Her ability to jump in and support others makes her an indispensable member of our extended front office team.
Ms. Corona also goes above and beyond outside of regular duties—volunteering her time at school events, supporting with translation during conferences and IEPs, and using her bilingual skills to ensure families feel heard and supported. Her calm, welcoming demeanor helps create an environment where both staff and families feel valued and cared for.
We are so lucky to have Ms. Corona on our team. Her leadership, work ethic, and heart make her more than deserving of this Hawk of the Week recognition.
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April is Arab American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the rich history, diverse cultures, and meaningful contributions of Arab Americans. From innovations in science and medicine to impactful works in literature, art, and politics, Arab Americans have greatly influenced our nation’s story.
We encourage families to join us in recognizing this important month by:
✅ Exploring influential Arab American figures with your child.
✅ Enjoying Arab American literature, music, or art together.
✅ Discussing the diverse traditions and customs within Arab American communities.
By sharing these stories and experiences at home, we can help foster greater understanding, respect, and inclusion among our students.
Thank you for partnering with us to honor the contributions of Arab Americans.
#ArabAmericanHeritageMonth #CelebratingDiversity #InclusiveEducation
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April is Autism Awareness Month, a time dedicated to promoting understanding, acceptance, and support for individuals on the autism spectrum. This month offers an opportunity to celebrate the unique strengths, talents, and perspectives of individuals with autism while encouraging a more inclusive school community.
We invite families to join us in promoting awareness and empathy at home by:
✅ Reading stories or books featuring characters with autism to help children understand diverse experiences.
✅ Learning about famous individuals with autism who have made impactful contributions in various fields.
✅ Discussing the importance of inclusion, kindness, and respect to build a supportive environment for all students.
Together, we can create a school community where every student feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.
Thank you for partnering with us in celebrating and supporting our students with autism.
#AutismAwarenessMonth #InclusionMatters #CelebrateDifferences
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These pictures are from the Teacher of the Year recognition, Spirit Week, Track, Flag Football, Library Craft Lab, and classroom activities this past week. |
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