Dear Gavilan View Community,
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Dear Families,
As we Spring Forward this week, our Hawks are gaining incredible momentum and taking flight into a season of high achievement! We remain deeply committed to our students' academic progress and safety as we approach the end of the third quarter. To ensure our campus remains a secure environment for learning, we will conduct a Shelter in Place drill this Wednesday. We appreciate your partnership in talking with your children about the importance of these safety exercises.
This is a monumental week for our performing arts programs! On Wednesday night, our talented music students will be recognized at the School Board meeting for their hard work and dedication. Following this honor, our Strings and Choir students will head to Rancho San Juan High School on Thursday to rehearse with high school musicians and experience life on a high school campus. The week continues with a showcase of creativity on Friday during lunch, as we host Mrs. Garretson’s Car Model Show to display our students' impressive projects.
We also have several opportunities to support our student programs through our ongoing fundraisers: the Music Program Baked Potato Sale, our schoolwide Cookie Dough fundraiser, and the newly launched Vertical Raise fundraiser for our Spring Sports teams.
We invite all students to celebrate a successful week at our free Movie Night this Friday evening! Whether you are cheering on our musicians or supporting our athletes, your involvement makes Gavilan View a stronger community. Thank you for helping our Hawks soar!
Warmly,
Mrs. Antuna, Principal
Ms. Coronel, Assistant Principal
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School Updates & Reminders
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In honor of International Women’s Day this Sunday, March 8th,
we celebrate the incredible women in our community who inspire the next generation.
From the mothers, grandmothers, sisters, and Tias supporting our Hawks at home to the trailblazers shaping our world, your impact is immeasurable. We encourage our families to take a moment this weekend to honor the role models who pave the way for a brighter future.
Happy International Women’s Day to all the amazing women in our Hawk family!
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Is your student looking for something fun to do this Friday night?!
We encourage all our GV students to join us on Friday.
- Students will need a signed permission slip
- Transportation home after the movie night is required
- Students are encouraged to bring a blanket or pillow to sit on
- (Optional) Snacks will be for sale. Bring money if you'd like to purchase any.
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We want to thank all the families who joined our Cafecito/ELAC
and School Site Council Meetings on Thursday, March 5th.
If you weren't able to join us, you can review the information here:
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Nurturing Parenting Program (NPP)
Crianza Con Cariño
We are partnering with Community Human Services (CHS) to offer a Parenting program to families with students aged 0 - 12 years old.
Virtual Sessions via Zoom
English - Two sessions: 1) Wednesdays, March 4 to May 20, or
2) Thursdays, April 2 to June 18
Spanish - One session: March 11 to May 27
To Register: Call the Office at (831) 757-7915
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3rd Quarter Ends on March 18th!
That is just shy of 2 weeks from now.
Students need to turn in missing assignments
and raise their grades by March 16th.
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If your child currently has a D or an F in the third quarter, they will be assigned a Homework Contract.
Student Expectations:
- Every week, students must attend Homework Center for at least 1 hour a week.
- They also have to have their teachers sign a weekly progress report every Friday and their 6th period teacher will collect the report.
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Students who are classified as English Learners will continue the ELPAC test this month.
This month we are focusing on the Reading and Writing portions of the test.
This test is very important and shows how much English they’ve mastered this year. If they do well on the test, they could potentially reclassify out of the program.
Please encourage your students to do well. And as always, anytime students are taking tests, help us make sure they are getting enough sleep, eating breakfast, and getting to school on time.
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A TDAP booster shot is required before entering 7th grade. Call your child's health clinic today if it's missing.  You will receive an additional message from the school if your 6th grader does not have a TDAP booster in our records.Â
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Congratulations to our very own OMAR SALVADOR who competed this past Saturday in the Migrant Speech & Debate Competition.
His team came in 2nd Place.
Congratulations, Omar! We're so proud of you!
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We had 12 GV students & 1 JG student participate in the CMEA-CCS
Solo & Ensemble Festival this past Saturday at Marina High School.
GVMS students received 7 Excellence & 2 Superior ratings.
CONGRATULATIONS - WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU!!!
Vocal Duet: Excellent
Kianna Mendoza & Zkylr Sacro
Vocal Duet: Excellent
Alison Cruz & Milly De La Vara
Vocal Quintet: Excellent
Alison Cruz, Milly De La Vara, Evelyn Flores, Nazeriana Perez
Vocal Solo: Excellent
Kiana Tayros
Mixed Instrumental Duet: Excellent
Derek Bustillos & Jose Zavala
Instrumental Quartet: Excellent
Diego Escorcia, Jesus Hernandez, Juan Hernandez Jimenez, Isaac Santos Magaña
Instrumental Trio: Excellent
Diego Escorcia, Juan Hernandez Jimenez, Isaac Santos Magaña
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Vocal Solo: Superior
Milly De La Vara
Vocal Solo: Superior
Alison Cruz
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Buy in the front office
$26.00 through April 30th
Cash only
You can order your 25-26 Yearbook directly
GV's Yearbook ID Code: 15459326
Cost is $26.00
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Did you miss the 8th Grade Promotion Parent Meeting?Â
- Gowns = $30
- Promotion Tickets = $5 each (each students gets 2 free tickets)
- Six Flags Trip = $100 ($60 deposit due by April 17)
- Individual Gown Pictures March 31st = varies, depends on which package you purchase
- Panoramic Picture April 9th = $24 (will pay directly to Lifetouch)
- 8th Grade Promotion Dance = $15 (tickets will go on sale on May 18)
Yearbook & Pictures can be purchased online.
Everything else: Purchase in the front office from 7:30am to 3:30pm.
Please Note: Cash Only!
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The Right At School after school program is still accepting registrations.
The Right At School program is offered every day after school until 6:00pm. Students do not have to stay until 6:00pm but there is a minimum of a half hour every day
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1) Music Program has a Loaded Baked Potato Sale
2) School-wide ASB Cookie Dough Fundraiser
3) Spring Sports Vertical Fundraiser
Anything you could do to support is greatly appreciated!
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Anything you can donate is a huge help!
Visit our "Hawks Athletics" Page for Links
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We are thrilled to recognize Austin Muñiz as our Hawk of the Week! Though this is his first year at Gavilan View, Mr. Muñiz has fit in perfectly, bringing a wealth of teaching experience and an incredible amount of school spirit to our campus. Nominated by his peers for his constant willingness to share resources and ideas, he has become an essential member of our English Department. His collaborative nature has been instrumental in helping the team refine instruction to better serve all our students, proving that he is a true team player who puts student success first.
In the classroom, Mr. Muñiz maintains high expectations that challenge and inspire. When you step into his room, you will find students deeply immersed in reading, writing, and engaging in high-level discussions that sharpen their critical thinking skills. Beyond academics, he has brought a fun and silly energy to GVMS, famously going "all out" for every Spirit Week. He even shared his musical talents during our Winter Concert, volunteering hours of his own time to practice and play the drums with each music class—a contribution that truly made the performance unforgettable.
Mr. Muñiz’s dedication to our students’ futures is further evidenced by his role as the co-advisor for the AVID club. He meets with students weekly, equipping them with the essential skills needed for college and future careers. Under his guidance, the club recently launched a successful fundraiser and is preparing for an exciting field trip to visit CSUMB next week. We are so grateful for the heart, talent, and leadership Mr. Muñiz brings to our school every day. Congratulations!
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March (all month) - ELPAC Testing (reading & writing)
March (all month) - 8th Grade Sales (Gowns, Trip, Yearbook, & Promotion Tickets)
March 16 & 17 - Safe Schools Ambassador Student Training Days
March 17 - AVID Club & Room 8 Field Trip to CSUMB
March 18 - End of 3rd Quarter & District LCAP Engagement Meeting
March 19 - Cookie Dough Money Turn in Day & Baked Potato Fundraiser (3:30pm to 6:30pm)
March 20 - Game Day
March 23-27 - Spring Break
March 31 - 8th Grade Individual Gown Pictures
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Attendance is important! We’ve been working really hard to minimize tardies both in the morning and students showing up to their classes late. We need your help families!
- Please talk to your children about the importance of going to school every day and showing up on time for every class!
- Our average was 94.94% for the week, which remained low like last week.
- If your child is absent, please make sure to call us and tell us the reason.
- We had 69 students late in the morning at least one day this past week, 35 students with period tardies.
Students with repetitive tardies will be assigned an Attendance Accountability Project
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March marks the beginning of Women's History Month, a dedicated time to honor the vital contributions and often overlooked achievements of women throughout history. At Gavilan View, celebrating this month is essential because it empowers our students to see themselves in the leaders, scientists, and trailblazers who have shaped our world. By highlighting these stories, we foster a culture of respect and inspire all our Hawks—regardless of gender—to break barriers and dream big.
Families, you can keep this conversation going at home by exploring stories of resilience and innovation with your children. Discussing the women in your own family tree or watching a documentary together can make history feel personal and reachable. Middle school is the perfect age to dive into more complex narratives about leadership and social change.
Resources for Middle School Parents:
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National Women's History Museum: Offers excellent "Student & Educator" sections with digital exhibits on everything from the Suffrage movement to women in STEM. womenshistory.org
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A Mighty Girl’s Book List: A curated guide for parents to find age-appropriate biographies and novels featuring strong female protagonists. amightygirl.com/books
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PBS LearningMedia: Provides short, engaging videos specifically designed for middle schoolers that highlight "Unladylike" pioneers in history. pbslearningmedia.org
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Our District is proud to partner with Daybreak Health.
Daybreak provides confidential online mental health support for students ages 5 - 19.
Sessions focus on building coping skills, confidence, and connection at home and at school.
Qualified clinicians matched to each student
Appointments available Mon - Sat, 8am - 8pm
Sessions in English & Spanish
It's completely FREE!
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Program for 8th Grade Girls:
LEAD-HER-SHIP is our summer program for high school bound girls to develop and expand their leadership skills and take charge of their futures, as they learn how to navigate high school and value the importance of higher education in their lives. LEAD-HER-SHIP is a program held at Santa Clara University in 2026.
Space is limited, only 40 spots available
Program Location:Â Santa Clara University, 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95053
Program Dates:Â June 30-July 2, 2026
Program Fee:Â $300*
If you are interested in joining or would like more information, please contact the Girls Inc. of the Central Coast office at (831) 772-0882.
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Looking for something for the kids to do over Spring Break?!
Dates: March 23-27, 2026
Fee: $25.00
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Congratulations to Omar and his team for winning 2nd place! |
Thank you to all the parents who attending our Thursday meetings! |
Wresting & Boys Volleyball |
Congratulations to our 12 GVMS Students who performed this past Saturday!!! |
If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us.
- School Phone Number: (831) 443-7212
- Principal's Cell Number: (831) 444-1348
- Principal's email: santuna@santaritaschools.org
- Assistant Principal's email: icoronelvelazco@santaritaschools.org
- School Website: https://gavilan-view.santaritaschools.org/
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