Weekly communication from the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District.
Breaking News
Information Regarding Educational Testing Information and Data Breach- MPUSD is sharing important information about a statewide student data breach involving Educational Testing Service (ETS), a contractor for the California Department of Education. This incident did not involve MPUSD's systems, but we want to make you aware of the incident. Families are encouraged to review the full notice to learn more about the incident and available identity-protection resources. Learn more on MPUSD's website.
Monterey High School Haunted House and Golden Folk Concert - Our Monterey High School Music Production presents their 8th annual Haunted House Fundraiser at Monterey High School in the Music Building tonight (Saturday, October 24) and tomorrow (Sunday, October 25). All proceeds support the music program. Also, check out their Golden Folk Concert on November 8.
High School Parent/Teacher Conferences - Parent/Teacher Conferences are an important opportunity to connect, check in and work together to support your student’s success. Conferences provide families an opportunity to talk directly with teachers about their student’s academic progress, strengths, areas where additional support may be helpful, attendance and engagement, and ways families and schools can work together to help students stay on track. Families should be hearing directly from their student’s high school with additional information about conference schedules, how to participate and any school-specific details. High school students will be released early at 2:20 p.m. October 27 - 29, 2026.
LAST WEEK | Please Help Us: YouthTruth Survey - If you have not had an opportunity to share your feedback through our YouthTruth family survey, we encourage you to take time to take the SURVEY today! This is an important survey as we use the data in our day-to-day work, including professional development with our teachers and staff at the school and district levels. Thank you for your thoughtful input and time. It we do not hit the participant threshold per school site, the school will not receive a report to help guide their work. Please take 10 - 15 minutes this weekend to share your feedback.
Information of Interest
Why MPUSD? | Monte Vista TK-8 Katy Weller - Our latest Why MPUSD? video is here. At Monte Vista TK-8 School, creating a welcoming environment where students feel supported, respected and ready to learn is part of the everyday experience. For fourth-grade teacher Katy Weller, that means building classroom community, celebrating positive choices and helping students develop the skills they need to succeed.Weller has been part of the Monte Vista community for 10 school years. Take a moment to learn more about Katie and the work being done at MPUSD and Monte Vista.
Earn Saturday Academy Credit @ Monterey Peninsula College Family STEM Day - Join the Monterey Peninsula College annual Family STEM Day on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 10 am - 2 pm. Be sure to check in at the MPUSD table to earn Saturday Academy credit for your child(ren).
National School Bus Safety Week | October 19 - 23 - Keeping students safe is a responsibility we all share. This past week, during National School Bus Safety Week, MPUSD reminded drivers, families and students to slow down, stay alert and practice safe habits around school buses and bus stops. We also extend a special thank you to our dedicated MPUSD bus drivers and transportation team for helping students get to and from school safely every day. Read the full story and school bus safety tips on our website.
Hot Off the Reel
City of Marina Mayoral Debate at Marina High - Three candidates for mayor came to Marina High and participated in a debate so that senior students could learn about them and make informed decisions at the polls.
War on the Shore | Marina High versus Seaside High Football - By the time you see this video we will know which team won the football games between Marina High and Seaside High. This week, the varsity football captains, coaches and athletic directors, and principals shared what this game means to them.
Board of Education
Board of Education - The Board of Education meets this upcoming Tuesday, October 27, at 6:30 p.m. in open session at the District Services Center, located at 540 Canyon Del Rey in Del Rey Oaks. You are invited to attend in person, via Zoom, or watch it via AMP-TV. If you miss the meeting and want to know what actions the Board takes, you may read Board Highlights or watch Spotlight on Board Highlights later in the week. The agenda may be found here.
Reminders
Expanding Your Horizons | STEM Conference and Career Fair - Our community partner, The Lyceum of Monterey County, is offering an exciting opportunity for girls in grades 5–10 to explore careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). The Expanding Your Horizons Conference & Career Fair takes place Saturday, November 14, 2026, at Hartnell College in Salinas. Participants will enjoy hands-on STEM workshops led by women in STEM, connect with local professionals and discover exciting career possibilities. Registration is FREE and opens October 27. Space is limited to the first 300 participants. Learn more and register.
Upcoming MPUSD Events
Most events are linked to MPUSD's website to receive more information. You may also access the district's school year calendar here. (Event dates subject to change. Check with your school site and this section regularly.)
10.27.26 Board of Education Meeting 11.10.26 Board of Education Meeting 11.11.26 Veterans Day | No School 11.23.26 Thanksgiving Break | No School 11.24.26 Thanksgiving Break | No School 11.25.26 Thanksgiving Break | No School 11.26.26 Thanksgiving Break | No School 11.27.26 Thanksgiving Break | No School
