Important Dates to Remember
Sept 1 Labor Day – No School
Sept 4 12:10-12:45 Bookmobile, blacktop
Sept 10 8:15-9:15am ELAC Meeting, Staff lounge
Sept 8-11 Bookfair
Sept 18 5-7pm Multicultural Festival, MUR and blacktop
Sep 22 Fall Picture Day
Sept 24 Principals Coffee 8:20-9:20am, Staff lounge
Oct 9 Professional Development Day - No School
Oct 10 Recess Day- No School
Oct 13-17 Parent Teacher Conference Week - Minimum Day all week
Roar Recognitions
Danelly R. – Room 1
Ada V. – Room 2
Alaina A. – Room 3
Emmy W. – Room 4
Maeve L. – Room 5
Alice P. – Room 6
William D. – Room 10
Victoria H. – Room 11
Mila C. – Room 12
Wendy P. – Room 13
Louzefei C. – Room 14
Sebastian B. – Room 16
Everett W. – Room 17
Saretta E. – Room 18
Seha S. – Room 31
Landels News
Dear Landels Families,
It was great to see you all at Back-to-School Night! I hope you had a chance to get to know your child’s teacher and understand the expectations for this school year. I am so grateful for your support and look forward to a very successful partnership this year. When students, families and school staff work together, there’s nothing we can’t accomplish! Also a big thanks to all the families that donated food for staff on Back-to-School Night - we appreciate you!
iReady Diagnostic 1 Results available in powerschool on 9/8
Your child’s diagnostic results (K-5th) will be available in PowerSchool on 9/8. We are already using this important baseline data to make instructional decisions to target your child’s next steps in their learning journey! The next diagnostic will take place during the first week of December. The final diagnostic of the year will be at the end of May.
New TK/K afterschool sports program
Our school, in partnership with Kassirer Sports, is offering a new afterschool sports program for TK and Kinder students. Please see the attached flyer or www.kassirersports.com for more information and registration.
Thank you!
Pieter Dolmans
Reporting an Absence
School starts at 8:15am and attendance will be taken during class check-in. If your child is absent, please call the attendance line at 650-526-3520 x 2 by 8:30am or email [email protected]. If we do not know the reason for the absence, your child will be marked unexcused. If you are late or you have a dentist or doctor’s appointment during class time, please call the school office.
Medication Forms
If your child requires medication to be kept at school, please pick up medication release forms from the office and return ASAP (we cannot administer any medication without the form). Please note that all medication, even over the counter ones, need a medication form signed by your doctor.
MVWSD News
MVWSD Fingerprinting Session for Regular Volunteers
Thank you to the 800+ parents who completed the process to become MVWSD volunteers last year! Applications for the 2025-2026 school year are now open. Details about how and who needs to apply are here: mvwsd.org/volunteers.
We’ve been working hard to make registering to be a volunteer more convenient while keeping schools safe. As part of this effort, MVWSD is offering fingerprinting sessions for $72. Financial assistance is available for income-eligible families.
Wed, 3 Sep 2025
11am – 2:30pm
Crittenden Middle School
Pay by Zelle, Venmo, or by personal check on the day of service. Click here for payment links.
Kids in California schools still eat for free, but applying for federal Free or Reduced School Lunches can help your family and school!
Families who meet the federal income levels to qualify for Free or Reduced School Lunches should apply now to receive priority services such as free after school childcare/Expanded Learning. Applying also helps our district receive our full entitlement from the federal government to fund programs that help all students.
If you think you might qualify, please visit EZmealapp.com. We will have drop-in help available for filling out these applications:
· September 4, 3:00-6:00 p.m. at Castro Elementary School and Crittenden Middle School
· September 9, 3:00-6:00 p.m. at Vargas Elementary School
You may also make an appointment by contacting your school office. Thank you in advance.
Looking for an afterschool program? Read on to see if your child qualifies for MVWSD+!
A student qualifies for the free MVWSD+ afterschool program if one or both of the following conditions are true:
· The student is an English Learner (EL). EL status is established via the results of the Initial ELPAC exam, which is being administered to certain students in August and September. Results are usually available within two weeks of the completion of testing. If you have questions about the Initial ELPAC exam, please contact Leticia Corcoran at [email protected].
· The student qualifies for free or reduced-price lunches based on federal income guidelines. At this time, lunch for all children is free, but this may not always be the case. To fill out the application for free or reduced lunch, please go to ezmealapp.com. Qualifying students’ data is collected at the state level and usually appears in the district’s data system within two weeks. If you have questions, please contact your school office.
Soon after a student’s EL or Free/Reduced Lunch Status changes to indicate he/she qualifies for MVWSD+, you will receive an email from the MVWSD+ Team inviting your child to enroll.
For questions or troubleshooting, please reach out to [email protected] or Betty Nunez at (650) 526-3500 x1061.
InPlay: Afterschool activities
Looking for free, low cost and tuition-based afterschool activities for your child this year? Explore InPlay’s’ free activity guide! Sponsored by Santa Clara County and our school district, the searchable guide lists thousands of local and affordable programs so that you can find fun enrichment activities that complement your child's growth and learning in the classroom!
MVEF Welcomes All Families to the 2025–26 School Year!
We hope you enjoyed BTS Nights at our elementary and middle schools. You likely heard from both your school’s PTA/PACT and MVEF leaders about the importance of family support.
Why give to both MVEF and PTA/PACT?
MVWSD is a community-funded district - most of our funding comes from local property taxes rather than the state. While this provides stability, it doesn’t cover all that our students need. That’s where family contributions make the difference.
PTA/PACT strengthens each individual school community with events, classroom support, and family engagement.
MVEF fills districtwide gaps by funding programs that benefit every student, at every school:
· CSMA Art & Music classes and performances TK-5
· Environmental Science: Living Classroom classes TK-7; 4th–5th grade field trips
· Two middle school ELA teachers (reducing class sizes by 25%+)
· Athletics, clubs, and instruments for grades 6–8
Together, MVEF and PTA/PACT ensure that every learner has access to a complete educational experience — in every classroom, every day.
Both organizations are 501(c)(3) nonprofits and rely on family donations (tax-deductible) and employer matches. Please consider supporting both:
· Donate to MVEF here!
· Find your PTA/PACT donation link here!
PTA News
Mark your calendars!
Or just sync the Konstella Event calendar to your personal one by clickinghere!We're onFacebookandInstagram! Don't forget to follow us.
·Walk and Roll Wednesday: Sept. 3rd, 7:45-8:15
·First Friday Parent Social: Sept. 5th, Front gate
·Fall Book Fair: Sept 8-11, MUR
·Multicultural Festival: Thu, Sept 18, 5-7pm MUR and blacktop
·Walkathon: Fri, Oct 24, 3-6pm on the field
Call out for PTA Event Volunteers
·Multicultural Festival (September 18th, 5pm)
·Afterschool enrichment - Help T, W, and/or Th right after school to help get kids to their afterschool enrichment classes. Contact [email protected] if you're interested.
·Book Fair (September 8-11) - Look out for a Konstella sign-up soon.
·Classroom opportunities: Your child's teacher is recruiting for Room Parents and SEL volunteers. If you haven't already indicated your interest at Back to School night, please reach out to them directly.
·Lunch Help needed: Help kids learn how to recycle properly at lunch and snack times! We are looking for volunteers to come at lunch time and help them sort their trash in the appropriate container. Sign-up for a timeslot over the next 2 weeks >> Click hereor email [email protected] with any questions about this initiative.
We hope you all enjoyed the Ice Cream Social last week! And thanks to all who attended our first PTA Meeting to learn about all the programs and events we’re running this year. The association approved the budget which means PTA will be able to help fund things like Playworks (Coach Joe - who teaches the kids new games and conflict resolution skills), assemblies, fieldtrips and classroom materials. As always, we want to hear from you, please fill out thissurveyfor feedback on the Ice Cream Social.
Walkathon Committee Kick Off
Help plan our biggest fundraiser of the year as we take a Voyage to Treasure Island.
Reach out to[email protected]if you want to be a part of the planning committee! Kick off meeting will be within the next week, where we willclarify the vision and assign areas of ownership.
Committee and leads include the following roles:Field Set up & Support, Prizes / Incentives Support, Water Station, Gear and Concessions, Decoration, Hype Lead (Own Morning Meetings & Day Of), Volunteer Coordinator, In advance / Planning and communication, Day Of / Hospitality / Sign in / Sign Out / Job Responsibilities, Communications Coordinator.
After school enrichment classes
After school enrichment classes at Landelsstart next week!There are still spots available inCodingandSpanish play, among others! Check out our onsite offeringsavailable here (PTA website). Shout out to one of our new offerings for early-childhood foreign-language development,Let's Play in Spanish. Here kids sing songs, play games, and are introduced to the beauty of another language; perfect for young kids to get an ear for Spanish while having fun! Questions? See the FAQ info at the bottom of thePTA after school pageor email Luis at[email protected]
Walk & Roll Wednesdays: September 3, 7:45-8:15am
On the first Wednesday of every month, we invite students to walk, roll, bike, or scoot to school. This encourages a healthy lifestyle and less car traffic on the roads. There will be eight chances this year to participate. If you do it at least five times, you will win a special prize in May. Note: parking at least a block away and walking to school counts! Punch cards will be given out on Sept 3rd. Passionate about the cause? We’re looking for adults and 5th graders to commit eight mornings (7:45am-8:15am) this year to help punch cards. Clickhereor email[email protected].
This year's Walk & Roll dates:
oWednesday, September 3
oWednesday, October 1
oWednesday, November 5
oWednesday, December 3
oWednesday, January 7
oWednesday, February 4
oWednesday, March 4
oWednesday, April 1
oWednesday May 6
First Friday Parent Social
Join us for ourFirst Friday Parent SocialonSept. 5 at 8:15pm at the front gate! On the first Friday of each month, the PTA hosts a casual morning meet-up with coffee provided. We’ll alternate locations between the front gate and the back gate—so you can grab a cup, chat with other parents, and start your Friday with good company. Hope to see you there!
Fall Scholastic Book Fair
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to Landels the week of 9/8! We are excited to offer a broader selection this year, with books from preschool through 8th, as well as books in Spanish.
Thanks to generous parent and community donations, PTA is happy to be able to buy a book for each student during class visits that begin on Fri 9/5.
After-School Book Fair shopping hours for Landels families will be:
·Tue 9/9 3-4pm
·Wed 9/9 3-6pm
·Thu 9/11 12:10-1:15pm
Please be on the lookout for the volunteer sign up sheet in Konstella. We will need help with set up, cashiering, line management, and clean up. Any questions, please contact Katarina at[email protected].
Multicultural Festival
Would you be willing to host a table at Landels Multicultural Festival on September 18th, from 5–7 pm? If so, sign uphere.
Hosting a table doesn’t have to be complicated—some snacks, a poster, or a fun activity for the kids is all it takes. If you’d like to tie into the theme, you could include things like quizzes, storytelling, crafts, costumes, or other creative touches.
This year’s theme is“Traditional Stories, FolkTales and Myths.”
FAQ about Multicultural Festival it’s also availablehere
→ Do your kids want to join thePassport Cover Art contest? Turn in Entries by September 2nd. FlierEN hereES here
→ MCF 2025Volunteer sign upavailable on Konstella
For any questions about MCF 2025 write to[email protected].
FROM OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Back-to-School Safety Tips from MVPD
As the new school year kicks off, the Mountain View Police Department (MVPD) wants to help keep students and families safe on the daily commute. Whether you’re walking, biking, driving, or otherwise, a little bit of caution can go a long way! Please take a moment to review this flyer for a few important tips on:
· Bike Safety
· E-Bike & E-Scooter Safety
· Passenger Safety
· Drop-Off & Pick-Up Tips
· Walking Safety
Let’s work together to keep our community safe this school year!
Learning Challenges events for Fall 2025
For local coverage of issues related to learning challenges and special education, please check out the Learning Challenges Committee.
Morning Let’s Talk Parent Support group
September 10, 10 am on Zoom.
IEP/504 support group. Have questions about the process to get help for your child? Have an IEP but are not sure how to make changes? Need to vent? This is your confidential group. Register here.
Learning Challenges Committee General Meeting
October 7, 7 pm in person (TBA) and Zoom hybrid
We will be finishing up the Wellness Wish List and will likely need a work session to finish up packing orders for delivery to classrooms! For more info, email [email protected].
Evening Let’s Talk Parent Support group
October 15, 7 pm on Zoom.
IEP/504 support group. Have questions about the process to get help for your child? Have an IEP but are not sure how to make changes? Need to vent? This is your confidential group. Register here.
Missed past Parent Education events?
We have a YouTube channel with many of our past events including the recent talk on Assistive Technology, info on summer camps and recreational activities, Anxiety and Depression in Children with Learning Challenges, SMART Goals and IEP Troubleshooting, and more. Channel is here.
Mountain View Citywide Garage Sale
The Mountain View Citywide Garage Sale is back! Join hundreds of residents holding garage sales on Saturday, September 13 and Sunday, September 14 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This event helps keep reusable items out of the landfill to conserve natural resources.
Seller registration is open until September 2. Sellers may choose to participate on only one day or both days of the sale. Online and printed address lists will show which day(s) each participating seller is open.
For shoppers, a new online map will allow you to filter garage sales by dates open and items listed, as well as other enhanced features to help shoppers plan which homes to visit for the event.
Sellers can register their Mountain View homes for the sale and shoppers can access the map at MountainView.gov/GarageSale.
Flyers
Passport Cover Art contest
Table Host FAQ
Recycling Helper Volunteer Sign Up
New TK/K afterschool sports program
MVWSD Fingerprinting Session
Back-to-School Safety Tips from MVPD
Walkathon
August Lunch Menu
2025-2026 School Calendar
Bookmobile