AMHS Weekly Update - 2025-12-08

Tuesday, December 9th
Activity: Club Meetings
10:55 a.m.

Wednesday, December 10th
Homeroom: Christmas Rally
11 a.m.

Thursday, December 11th
"Semester Exams Study Week" for all students: 12/11/25 through 12/16/25
No homework may come due on these days in courses with a semester final exam.
Winter Dance Recital
7 - 9 p.m.
Kinkade Center for the Arts

Friday, December 12th
"Semester Exams Study Week" for all students: 12/11/25 through 12/16/25
No homework may come due on these days in courses with a semester final exam.
Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
AMHS Chapel
AMHS Night at Christmas in the Park
Exodus, Jazz Band and Jazz Choir will perform
8 - 10 p.m.
Downtown San Jose

Monday, December 15th
"Semester Exams Study Week" for all students: 12/11/25 through 12/16/25
No homework may come due on these days in courses with a semester final exam.
Early Release
12 p.m.
Students may leave after their last class period of the day.

Tuesday, December 16th
"Semester Exams Study Week" for all students: 12/11/25 through 12/16/25
No homework may come due on these days in courses with a semester final exam.
Early Release
12 p.m.
Students may leave after their last class period of the day.

Wednesday, December 17th
Fall Semester Finals
See Portal for Final Exam Schedule

Thursday, December 18th
Fall Semester Finals
See Portal for Final Exam Schedule

Friday, December 19th
Fall Semester Finals
See Portal for Final Exam Schedule
End of First Semester

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Weekly Prayer

Lord Jesus,
Master of both the light and the darkness, send your Holy Spirit upon our preparations for Christmas.
We who have so much to do and seek quiet spaces to hear your voice each day,
We who are anxious over many things look forward to your coming among us.
We who are blessed in so many ways long for the complete joy of
your kingdom.
We whose hearts are heavy seek the joy of your presence.
We are your people, walking in darkness, yet seeking the light.
To you we say, "Come Lord Jesus!'
Amen.
- Henri J.M. Nouwen

Christmas Blessings from AMHS

"When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy." Matthew 2:10

Dear Archbishop Mitty Families,

As we enter into our final few days of this first semester,
we once again have the opportunity to thank you for the tremendous gift of your children, who make Archbishop Mitty High School the special place that it is. We pray in thanksgiving for the daily encounters that we have with our students, who remind us of what hope there is for our future.

May your families experience the hope, peace, joy, and love of the Advent season, and may the light of the Christ child shine brightly on your families this Christmas and throughout the new year.

With sincere gratitude,

Kate Caputo
Principal

Latanya Hilton
President

Apply to be Part of the Class of 2030

APPLICATIONS DUE THIS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12TH
Applications for the Archbishop Mitty High School Class of 2030 are due this Friday, December 12th. If you know someone interested in applying, encourage them to visit the Freshman Application Website on our school's webpage. For more information, please email admissions@mitty.com or call (408) 342-4300.

Celebrate the Season with Performing Arts!

HOLIDAY DANCE RECITAL - THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11TH AT 7 PM
The Holiday Dance Recital features Dance 1, the Royalty, and the Royals Dance Ensemble in the Thomas Kinkade Center for the Arts. Tickets are on sale to the public. Complimentary tickets are available here. Tickets are required for entry.

CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12TH FROM 8 - 10 PM
Our Christmas in the Park performance in downtown San Jose features Exodus, our liturgical rock band; Jazz in the AM, our jazz band; and Kind of Blue, our jazz choir. Admission is free and all are welcome!

Virgen de Guadalupe Mass and Celebration

Join the Archbishop Mitty High School Latinx Student Union for a special Virgen de Guadalupe Mass and celebration on Friday, December 12th, at 5:30 p.m. This family friendly event will honor our faith and culture while bringing the AMHS community together. All are welcome!

First and Second Semester Information from the Registrar's Office

FIRST SEMESTER FINAL EXAMINATION SCHEDULE
The first semester final examination schedule is available for viewing on the student and parent portals. First semester finals will take place Wednesday, December 17th through Friday, December 19th. Students who have two finals scheduled at the same time need to email Ms. Alicia Carter at registrar@mitty.com as soon as possible to schedule an alternate time for one of the finals.

SECOND SEMESTER SCHEDULE CHANGES
Students seeking a schedule change may do so from December 5th through January 16th. Students can access the online Schedule Change Request Form on the Student Portal. Students should note that only the following schedule change requests will be made during this window:

• Drop a non-essential 7th or 8th class.
• Drop from an honors or AP level course into a corresponding college preparatory level course (requires parent and counselor approval).
• Add a visual art, performing art, or physical development course (as space permits). Please note that grade-level priority is given for these requests.
• Balance a schedule with two off periods in the same block.

If a student has any questions about their schedule or this scheduling process, the student should make an appointment with their counselor. There will be a $25 fee for any student-initiated schedule changes.

End of Semester Reminders

EARLY RELEASE DAYS, DECEMBER 15TH & 16TH
Classes conclude at 12p.m. noon on these days. Students may leave campus at the end of their last class on both of those days.

FINAL EXAMS
Final Exams are scheduled for December 17th - 19th. Please check your finals schedule for exam start and finish times. Since final exams cannot be moved or rescheduled, please schedule family trips or other obligations around these dates. Students may leave after their last final of the day.

DRESS CODE
The regular dress code is intact for Final Exams. Pajama pants, leggings, sweats, slides, and slippers, etc., are not permitted.
Please review the dress code for more detailed information.

CAFETERIA HOURS
The cafeteria will operate their normal hours during finals week with a limited menu.

LOST AND FOUND
Items in the lost and found will be donated on Friday, December 19th following the conclusion of final exams.

SPRING SEMESTER INFORMATION
The spring semester begins for students on Wednesday, January 7th. Homeroom begins at 8:30 a.m.

Library Schedule and Book Returns

FINALS WEEK SCHEDULE
Please make note of our amended schedule for December 15th - 19th.

Monday, December 15th: 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Tuesday, December 16th: 7:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Wednesday, December 17th: 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Thursday, December 18th: 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Friday, December 19th: 7:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

RETURN BOOKS
Thank you for checking out so many books this semester! If you currently have a book checked out, please return it by Friday, December 19th, or ask a librarian if it can be renewed. Look through our newest arrivals to take a book home with you over the Christmas break!

Athletics Report

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WINS LA JOLLA COUNTRY DAY TOURNAMENT
Congratulations to the women's basketball team who opened their season with four dominant wins in San Diego to capture the championship of the prestigious La Jolla Country Day Sweet 16 Tournament this past week. The team beat Rancho Christian of Temecula 76-46 on Saturday in the championship game after convincing wins over Lincoln of San Diego, Frances Parker, and Mission Hills earlier in the week. Special congratulations to sophomore Maliya Hunter and junior Ze'Ni Patterson who were named to the All-Tournament team, and to junior Tiera McCarthy who was named MVP of the tournament. Great job, Monarchs. Next up for the team is their home opener in the Fien Gym this Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased here.

WRESTLERS FINISH STRONG AT OVERFELT TOURNAMENT
The women's wrestling team opened its season at the Overfelt Lady Royals Challenge this past weekend, highlighted by a strong 6th place finish from junior Samantha Ishibashi and an impressive second place performance by senior Maggie Korbel in their respective weight classes.

HOME GAMES THIS WEEK

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10TH
Women's Basketball vs. Oakland Tech in Fien Gym at 6:30 p.m.
• Livestream the game here

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11TH
Men's Soccer vs. Mountain View at 3 p.m. at Bothman Stadium
• Livestream the game here

Speech and Debate Qualifies to the Tournament of Champions

This past weekend, MSD competed at the Alta Silver and Black Tournament and CFL Congress 2, having an incredible showing at both! At the Alta Silver and Black Tournament freshman Jeffrey Joseph; sophomores Sophie Tian, Cynthia Wang, Minna Sanchez, and Medha Dinesh; juniors Chloe Huang and Lucas Kwok; and senior Dhruv Mallick earned bids to the Tournament of Champions with a special congratulations to Jeffrey, Sophie, Cynthia, and Dhruv for now being fully qualified! At CFL Congress 2 MSD earned an additional wildcard to the State Qualifying Tournament, congratulations to tournament champion senior Jordan Daniher and best Presiding Officer senior Chaith Mittal. The team has now earned a total of 50 wildcards and will be competing for more at the CFL Speech 2 this weekend!

Tuition Assistance Applications Portal is Now Open!

The Tuition Assistance applications portal (FACTS) for the 2026–2027 school year has opened and will close on Monday, February 2, 2026. A link to the FACTS portal is available on our website under Tuition Assistance.

Families seeking tuition assistance are required to reapply each year.

• New applicants will need to create a FACTS account.
• Returning applicants may log in using their existing credentials.

Please note that all required documents — including 2025 W-2s and 2024 tax returns — must be uploaded directly on FACTS to complete your application.

New this year: FACTS is offering IRS Integration for applicants who meet specific eligibility criteria. This feature allows applicants to streamline the submission of required tax information by securely connecting directly with IRS records. More details are posted here.

Receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation

CONFIRMATION REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
Sophomores, juniors, and seniors interested in receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation at AMHS can now register through the Confirmation page of the AMHS website. Registration will remain open until January 31st. Please contact Ms. Marian Wyman with any questions at mwyman@mitty.com.

2025-26 Booster Pass

THE 2025-26 BOOSTER PASS IS AVAILABLE ON THE LION'S DEN WEBSITE
The AMHS Booster Pass admits two parents and all school-aged children into all AMHS home games. Purchasing the pass can provide you with significant savings at home contests (football, volleyball, and basketball).

Please note that you cannot use your Booster Pass for playoff games.

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