Important Dates to Remember
Nov 21 Report cards sent home electronically Kinder-5th grade
Nov 24-28 Thanksgiving break - No School
Dec 1 Student return to school
Dec 1-5 iReady Diagnostic Reading and Math
Dec 11 12:10-12:45 pm Bookmobile
Dec 22-Jan 5 December Break – No School
Jan 6 Students return to school
Jan 12 3:15-4:15 pm - School Site Council – Zoom
Jan 13 6:30-7:30 pm School info night - Zoom
Jan 19 Martin Luther King Day – No School
Landels News
Dear Landels Families,
Thank you for your generous donations of clothing and groceries to support our families in need. Your kindness and compassion truly make a difference. We are so grateful for the way our community continues to come together to care of one another. I also want to take a moment to express my heartfelt appreciation to our dedicated teachers and staff, inspiring students, and supportive families - thank you for making our school a place of learning, growth, and connection. It is an honor and privilege to lead this school and I am forever grateful for your trust in me. I hope you all have a wonderful break spent with loved ones.
Character Strong Gratitude Ideas for this Thanksgiving
We’ve been practicing gratitude all month. Character Strong has some wonderful conversation starters for families! Please feel free to use the resource in any way you like.
iReady Diagnostic - December 1st-4th
We’ll begin iReady testing when we return from Thanksgiving break. Students will take the reading test on Monday and Tuesday (December 1st-2nd) and they will take the math test on Wednesday and Thursday (December 3rd-4th). Testing begins first thing in the morning. Thank you in advance for prioritizing your child’s attendance.
Parent U Math Festival Survey
I hope you had a chance to enjoy our Math Festival last week on 11/12. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey below. Your feedback helps us improve our events and better support our students and families.
Event Survey - English / Spanish
New Field Restrooms are Open!
The new public restrooms near the school field are now open daily during non-school hours until 30 minutes past sunset. If the restrooms are locked during these hours, the public should call the Mountain View Police Department Non-Emergency at (650) 903-6344.
This standalone restroom facility, a partnership between the District and City of Mountain View, is maintained by the City and provides a convenient option for public use after school hours. For safety reasons, it will not be open during the school day.
The restrooms will be temporarily closed for a time in the future for additional work on the door-locking mechanism. Signs will be posted with this date. Thank you for your patience during construction.
Thank you!
Pieter Dolmans
Message from Ms. Alina
Hello Edith Landels Families,
Prop 28 has been successfully exploring different types of media arts. Ranging from understanding Pop Art, Abstract art with lines/patterns & Mosaics. As well as hands-on creations such as Clay Donuts or 3D masks to earn a better understanding of different Hispanic cultures. Students from grades ranging from TK through 5th grade have been able to enjoy this opportunity to unleash their inner junior artists (:
Ms. Alina’s Art Lab will be displaying a variety of projects inside the MUR until December 11. Please feel free to stop by any time after school to check it out! Our students have worked diligently on gaining more knowledge in all of these amazing different crafts. I look forward to you all getting a glimpse into all the efforts put into these projects!
All the best,
Alina Aguilar
MVWSD News
The Board of Trustees will meet on Thursday, November 20, at 6 pm.
Some of the topics include:
· Special Education Update
· 2025-2026 First Interim Budget Report
· Approval of School Plans for Student Achievement (SPSA)
For meeting details and agenda, please click here: https://www.mvwsd.org/trustees.
Orenda Parent Survey starts Nov. 14
As you know, we are partnering with Orenda Education to take a close, thoughtful look at what’s working for our students and where we can deepen our impact. This work centers on student learning — identifying what truly has the greatest impact for all learners in our schools. Don’t forget to look for your link to your confidential and anonymous parent survey (sent Nov. 14 by email from [email protected].) We ask that you please complete the survey by December 1. Your perspective — what is working for your child, and what could be improved — is a critical part of this process, and will help guide our ongoing efforts to strengthen teaching and learning for every student. Thank you for your partnership and support of our schools.
Parent University Speaker Series: Understanding Your Child’s Score Reports
Date and Time: December 2, 2025, 5:30-7pm Registration Link: http://mvw.sd/pu120225r
Understanding your child’s district and state test scores is a key part of building a foundation of excellence. Join Dr. Cyndee Nguyen, our Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment as she discusses how to (i) access and interpret score reports and (ii) use the information to engage in a productive partnership with your child’s teacher(s).
To submit questions prior to the event, go to mvw.sd/questions. We will do our best to address your question during the session.
Parent University: How to talk to kids about the news, featuring Project Cornerstone
Date and Time: Tuesday, December 9, 2025 Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/MVWSD-25
The world is a big place, and it seems like current events have never been more complicated. Luckily, our friends at Project Cornerstone are back to share strategies and tips for fostering age-appropriate conversations, explaining the news to kids while protecting their mental health, and enhancing youths’ critical thinking through news literacy. By the end of this session, you’ll have added confidence that you’re able to help your children understand our complex world a little bit better.
To submit questions prior to the event, go to mvw.sd/questions. We will do our best to address your question during the session.
Trimester end: Report cards coming soon
Families can access their student’s Trimester 1 Report Card beginning Nov. 21 after 4:00 p.m. Grade K-5 Report Cards will be sent to you on Nov. 21 via email. TK and Grade 6-8 Report Cards will be available on the PowerSchool Parent Portal at https://ps.mvwsd.org/public/ under “Parent Reports.” Steps for accessing reports on PowerSchool Parent Portal are here: Accessing PowerSchool Parent Portal Reports. If you have difficulty logging into the PowerSchool Parent Portal, please contact your school’s office.
Open Enrollment for 2026-27 starts in January
In January, the Mountain View Whisman School District will be opening student enrollment for fall 2026.
For CURRENT students in transitional kindergarten-7th grade: Parents will be asked by email to confirm enrollment from January 20 to February 6.
For families enrolling NEW students: Please check www.mvwsd.org/register for details about school information meetings held in January, how to locate your neighborhood school, how to explore school options and the four steps to register during the enrollment period held January 20 to February 6.
Click here to learn about which program is right for your young learner: mvwsd.org/kinderready. Please check www.mvwsd.org/register for how to locate your neighborhood school, how to explore school options and the four steps to register.
The MVEF Textathon Is Happening Nov. 18–23!
Help us reach our annual goal by donating today!
This week, MVEF volunteers will be reaching out to MVWSD families who haven’t yet donated — reminding them how crucial their support is. Each year, donations to MVEF sustain essential programs for all MVWSD students, including:
· Art, music, and environmental science in elementary schools
· Smaller English classes, sports teams, transportation to games, clubs and activities in middle schools
Did you know that around 90% of MVEF’s funding comes from generous families like yours? Every gift — no matter the amount — helps enrich education for every student.
Remember, donations are tax-deductible! Thank you for your continued support of MVEF and our students!
PTA News
To get an overview for PTA sponsored events: Please sync the Konstella Event calendar to your personal one by clicking here! We're on Facebook and Instagram! Don't forget to follow us.
Dear Landels Families,
This Thanksgiving, Lanny the Lion reminds us how lucky we are. The PTA extends a warm thank-you to all our families, teachers, and volunteers for your continued support to make our school a place to grow, shine and truly experience the support of a community.
Happy Thanksgiving!
After School Enrichment
New session: Cooking, coding, singing, stop-motion animation, and more! All registration links are available here for our winter after school enrichment classes at Landels. Classes start the first day we're back from winter break, Tuesday Jan. 6th.
Current session: For the exception of the Lando classes, all fall after school enrichment classes have their final sessions this week.
Questions? Email Luis at [email protected]
Walk & Roll Wednesday - 12/3
Use those legs after a delicious Thanksgiving Breakby walking, biking, or rolling to school with friends. It’s a fun way to start the day and support healthy, sustainable habits! Parking one block away and walking counts.
Food & Read Fundraiser - 12/3
Join us for Landels Night Out with fun fundraisers at BonChon (lunch or dinner- flyer:english;spanish) and Books Inc. (flyer:english/spanish) from 5–9pm—just mention Landels to support our PTA. It’s a great chance to enjoy a night out, support local businesses, and give back to our school community!
First Friday Parent Social 8:15 am - 12/5
Come hang out with other parents and socialize, no agenda. Coffee provided. This one will be at the BACK GATE.
Holiday Fair - 12/12
Mark your calendars! The annual Holiday Fair returns on Friday, December 12th from 5–7 PM with student-made crafts, festive treats, music, and plenty of holiday cheer. Students and families are invited to sell their creations—most items range from $0.50 to $15.
Interested in being a vendor? Sign up by December 8th through the PTA shop or by submitting a paper form to the office. Admission is free for all attendees.
For more details, check the FAQ or email [email protected]. Keep an eye on Konstella for updates!
FROM OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Mountain View High School Spartan Turkey Trot: Registration Open Now
Registration is open now for the 16th Annual Spartan Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning (Thursday, November 27, 2025) at the Mountain View High School Track (3535 Truman Ave, Mountain View, CA). Register early to guarantee a spot. This event is proudly hosted by MVHS Sports Boosters to benefit the MVHS athletics department and supporting teams/clubs. People of all ages are encouraged to participate in the 5k Run & Walk and the Spartan Mile (1-mile). Kids are welcome to participate in the 5k and/or Spartan Mile + the 60/400 yd dash races (aka kids races). Register at https://www.spartanturkeytrot.com.
The View Teen Center - Winter Program Preview is HERE!
This winter, discover all the incredible opportunities waiting for you at The View Teen Center! Warm up with a fantastic schedule of FREE and fun programs, workshops, and events running from January through March. Shake off the winter blues with these favorites we've highlighted and be sure to check the full guide so you don't miss any of the excitement!
Nov/Dec 2025 Learning Challenges Committee Events
The Learning Challenges Committee of the Los Altos-Mountain View PTA Council is made up of parents, teachers and students in the Mountain View and Los Altos areas. We are committed to helping families get the best education for students with learning challenges and/or special education needs.
Wednesday December 3, 7:30 PM, Zoom - LCC General Meeting - We will be planning events for the Spring, a schedule for support group sessions, and troubleshooting how to make the Wellness Wish List work better. Register HERE
Parent training from the Northwest SCC SELPA CAC:
Wednesday, December 10, 2025: 6-7:30 pm How to Manage Screen Time with your Children? Presenter: Kimberly Carvallison (PENT CADRE) Register HERE
Flyers
Bon Chon Fundraiser
Books Inc. Fundraiser
Bookmobile
The View Teen Center - Winter Program Preview is HERE!
November Lunch Menu
2025-26 School Calendar