Monday, September 1st School Holiday: Labor Day Senior Kairos Retreat
Tuesday, September 2nd Senior Kairos Retreat
Wednesday, September 3rd Senior Kairos Retreat
Thursday, September 4th Back-to-School Night 6:30 p.m. Meet in Student Homeroom
Friday, September 5th Homeroom: Back-to-School Rally 11 a.m. AMPA Tailgate 5:30 p.m. Monarch Football v. Wilcox High School Varsity Kickoff at 7 p.m. Foothill College Los Altos
Saturday, September 6th Back-to-School Party (Student Event) 8 - 10 p.m. AMHS Campus
Monday, September 8th Homeroom: All School Assembly 8:30 a.m.
A PRAYER FOR HEALING AND LOVE Loving God, source of all comfort and hope, You walk with us in moments of pain and agony. We ask for your healing presence to surround all who are impacted by violence. Inspire us to be instruments of your peace in our world. Guide our words and actions so that we may work to protect the innocent, care for the vulnerable, and build communities rooted in love rather than fear. We place our trust in you, knowing that even in our darkest moments, your light continues to shine. Help us to be pilgrims of hope for one another. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Emergency Communication
SCHOOL MESSENGER - EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS This month, we will be testing our emergency notification system through SchoolMessenger. This system allows us the opportunity to send emergency alerts or other significant advisories to our faculty, staff, coaches, students, and parents in the event that important information needs to be shared quickly with a particular group. The messages can come in three different formats: text message, emails, or voice messages.
Each of you that have opted-in to the SchoolMessenger system in the past should receive all three forms of message as a test of the system. If you have not opted in to receive text messages, you may only receive email and/or voice message communications.
If you have not opted-in to the system and would like to receive these text message alerts in the future please text the word, "yes" to the number 67587 and you will automatically be included into the database.
Back-to-School Night 2025
THIS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4TH Please take a few minutes to review the email regarding Back-to-School Night that was sent to all parents and guardians during the first week of school. Important information regarding this event (including the original email) can be found on the parent portal in the Back-to-School Night section. Please note that Back-to-School Night is an event designed for parents and guardians. Students should not plan to attend.
Add/Drop Deadline: This Friday, September 5, 2025
Students seeking a schedule change to drop from an AP or Honors level course to a college prep level course or to drop a non-essential 7th or 8th class may do so by completing the Schedule Change Request online form located on the portals.
Beginning August 19th, a $25 fee is assessed for requests for schedule changes.The final deadline for students to make changes to their schedules is this Friday, September 5th.All student schedules will be finalized at 3 p.m. on Friday, September 5th.
Students should meet with their counselors to discuss course or level changes. Counselors will explain the process for requesting changes. Students making a request to drop a course after school begins must have written parent and counselor approval.
Annual AMPA Tailgate
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5TH AT FOOTHILL COLLEGE Kick off the school year and the Monarch football season with great food, fun, and community at the AMPA Tailgate! Join us on Friday, September 5th from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Foothill College for a BBQ dinner. Dinner includes your choice of a burger, hot dog, or vegetarian patty, served with chips and a drink. Please remember that the JV game starts at 4 p.m., and the Varsity game begins at 7 p.m.
The event is open to all Archbishop Mitty students, families, and friends, and parking is free. You can purchase your BBQ tickets by visiting the providedlink. Please note that game tickets are sold separately onGoFan.
Due to venue restrictions, BBQ tickets must be purchased in advance to enter the tailgate area.BBQ tickets will not be available for purchase at the game.Ticket sales will end at noon on Wednesday, September 3rd.If you have any questions, please contact John Bennett atjbennett@mitty.comor (408) 342-4378.
Let's celebrate together before cheering on the football team. Go Monarchs!
Athletics Report
WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL WINS HOME SEASON OPENER Congratulations to the women's volleyball team for a dominating performance in their home opener this past Thursday. The Monarchs defeated Menlo-Atherton in straight sets: 25-17, 25-13, 25-13. Great job Monarchs!
UPCOMING HOME GAMES THIS WEEK
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4TH Field Hockey vs. Christopher at 3:30pm at Bothman Stadium
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5TH Football vs. Wilcox at 7pm at Foothill College •Purchase ticketshere •Livestream the gamehere
AMHS ATHLETICS APP IS BACK Be sure to download the AMHS Athletics app to your mobile devices again this school year to follow all of our teams. Find all teams' schedules, rosters, and directions to games; as well as live streaming of certain games. Download the appherefor IOS devices andherefor Android devices.
Student Activities Updates
TICKETS ON SALE FOR THE BACK TO SCHOOL PARTY! Student Activities invites AMHS students to the Back-to-School event which will be held from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. this Saturday, September 6th, outside at the Schott Family Commons. Students can purchase tickets through the Fan app on their school-issued iPad. Purchase instructions have been provided on Morning Announcements, but can also be accessed by students who are enrolled in the Student Activities Canvas page. This is a very popular event and all students are encouraged to attend! As a reminder, students need to bring a current ID to be checked into the party.
FROSH ELECTIONS HAVE BEGUN! Did your student miss the informational meeting for Frosh Elections, but is still interested in being a school leader? He or she still can view all necessary details and forms on the Student Activities Canvas page. Just make sure that your student attends the official candidate meeting at 7:45 a.m. on Wednesday, September 3rd, in the Monarch Room. If your student still has questions after reviewing the material, have them stop by Student Activities.
GRADUATION ITEMS FOR THE CLASS OF 2026 The school year may have just started, but senior parents shouldn't hesitate when it comes to your student's graduation items. Herff Jones is our official supplier of traditional graduation announcements, class rings, senior memorabilia, and caps and gowns.
Your student's cap and gown information was captured at registration before the school year, and those items will be distributed during a May 2026 homeroom session.
The early ordering period for graduation announcements is now open until December 1st. Orders placed during this time will be delivered directly to your home in early spring. A late order program will be available after December, but we recommend ordering early to guarantee your items. Visit the Herff Joneswebsiteto place your order.
Class rings can be ordered online or by scheduling an appointment. To schedule, please call (408) 371-0600 or emailmmanning@herffjones.com.
Admissions Information
VISIT MITTY REGISTRATION IS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE Visit Mitty registration for eighth graders interested in applying to Archbishop Mitty High School is now availableonline. The Visit Mitty Program provides an opportunity for prospective ninth graders to visit campus, see classes, and get to know the Archbishop Mitty community. To register for the Visit Mitty Program, please visit theAMHS Admissions website.
HIGH SCHOOL INFORMATION NIGHT REGISTRATION Families with interested seventh and eighth-graders can register online to join us for Information Night on Thursday, September 18th. This night gives families the opportunity to hear from administrators and students and to take a self-guided or guided tour. We offer three different sessions at 4 p.m., 5 p.m., or 6 p.m., and registration is required. To register, visit ourAdmissions websiteand log in to yourRavenna account.
Library Supervision Support
The library is looking for additional supervision support to help us manage the busy flow of students who enjoy working in the library during their off periods and after school.
If you are interested in a paid or volunteer position, either part or full time, within the library please reach out to Head Librarian Lindsey Timpone atltimpone@mitty.com. You can read more about the positionhere.
Uplift Support Group
Uplift is a Campus Ministry group dedicated to supporting students and their families experiencing cancer or who have lost a family member to cancer.
Our goal is to be a support for those students and families, which can include but is not limited to: extra academic support, guidance counseling, access to placement and financial assistance (if needed) on retreats, emotional support through care packages and letters. Uplift is composed of Archbishop Mitty teachers and counselors who have personal experience with cancer.
If you would like more information about Uplift please email us at:Uplift@mitty.com.
Corporate Matching
DOUBLE YOUR DONATION'S IMPACT WITH AN EMPLOYER'S MATCHING GIFT At Archbishop Mitty, we are dedicated to providing an exceptional education for our students. You can play a crucial role in supporting our efforts by making a donation. Please consider making an even greater difference by taking advantage of our matching gift program. Many employers offer such programs, where they match their employees' donations to AMHS.
To find out if your employer has a matching gift program, visit our matching gift page by clickinghere. You'll find all the necessary forms and instructions to submit your matching gift request. It's a simple process that can tremendously impact our students' education. If you have any questions, please contact John Bennett atjbennett@mitty.com.
AMHS Annual Book Review Luncheon
The AMHS Book Review Luncheon is quickly approaching, and tickets are selling fast. If you are a current parent who would like the opportunity to meet alumni parents, hear about new and exciting books, and enjoy a lovely meal, please join us onWednesday, September 24, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Villa Ragusa in Campbell.
The event will be hosted by English teacher Carl Silva and Assistant Principal for Academics Beth Madia. Whether you're new to the community, just settling in, or a parent of alumni, you will enjoy this delightful and insightful gathering. To purchase your ticket, clickhere.
For more information or questions, please email Ms. Sitta Tarawally atstarawally@mitty.com.
Business Office Updates
DONATE USED TEXTBOOKS We are still accepting your used textbooks from the 2024-25 school year. Please drop them off in the Business Office anytime from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. any day that school is in session. This is not a buyback program but an opportunity to greatly support our Book Scholarship Program.
LET'S NOT FORGET LUNCH Yummy hot and cold food is made fresh and served daily on campus with the expert help of the Epicurean Group. Epicurean Group cooks fresh and tasty breakfast items, including pastries, breakfast burritos, waffles, pancakes and yogurt parfaits. For lunch, there is a new entrée every day, featuring hot and delicious fare with an international theme, as well as grab and go items, fresh fruit, soup and salad of the day. There are vegan options available upon request. Each week, the lunch menu is posted on the student and parent portal to help plan when lunch from home might be a preferred alternative. For more information on the lunch program clickhere.
FOOD SERVICE IS GOING CASHLESS Epicurean's online lunch payment solution,myschoolbucks.com, makes it easy and convenient to manage your student's lunch account and monitor purchases, while eliminating that last-minute scramble for cash on the way to school! If you have had an account in the past, your login and password will be valid again this year, and you only need one account per family.
If you are new to the resource, please consider the advantage of having a pre-paid lunch program. Your student will use his/her ID card, distributed the first few days of school. The student ID will be synced with your account. Just a swipe of the card in the cafeteria will allow a student to make a purchase! To enroll, go to the Parent Portal and find the myschoolbucks link. A confirmation email will be sent to the email address you provide. Click on the link to set up your myschoolbucks account. Once you activate your account, add your student's name(s) and student's ID. You can deposit up to $200 per transaction with your credit or debit card or electronic check for a $3.95 handling fee. You or your student can also drop off or mail a check, payable to Epicurean Group, for any amount with no handling fee.
Once you have created an account, you can download the app on your phone for easy access. Funds are generally credited to your account within 24 hours. All connections to myschoolbucks are encrypted with a 256-bit encryption, providing the highest level of protection and security. It's fast, convenient, and cashless! But please note: This service is entirely optional. All major credit/debit cards, apple pay, google pay and all other contactless payment methods will also be accepted in the cafeteria.
Alumni Weekend 2025
We are excited to announce Alumni Weekend 2025, taking place Friday, October 3rd, and Saturday, October 4th, to celebrate the Milestone Reunions for classes '70, '75, '80, '85, '90, '95, '00, '05, '10, '15, and '20. The celebration kicks off Friday evening with our alumni tent to watch the Monarchs take on Valley Christian at Foothill College, Los Altos, CA.
On Saturday evening, we'll gather on campus for a special milestone reunion celebration honoring the classes of '70, '75, '80, '85, '90, '95, '00, '05, '10, '15, and '20. This is your chance to reconnect with classmates, share memories, and celebrate the lasting bonds that began here.
All alumni are welcome! To find out more and to RSVP, visithere.
Black & Gold Gala: Underwriting and Advertising
Archbishop Mitty High School's signature event, the Black & Gold Gala, returns Saturday, November 8th to the Signia Hilton San Jose. This annual event celebrates our students and school community and is highly recognized for spotlighting revered talent and award-winning performances. This year's featured headliner is comedian, writer, director, and actor Mike Birbiglia.
An event of this caliber cannot happen without the support of our generous community. Please consider underwriting a portion of the event or purchasing a program advertisement to promote your business by visiting theUnderwriting & Advertisingpage. We thank you in advance for considering a sponsorship for the event. All net proceeds from the event benefit the AMHS General Endowment Fund. More information and information regarding upcoming ticket sales can be found byclicking here.
Yearbook Reminders
CLASS OF 2026 -- TAKE YOUR FORMAL PORTRAITS WITH NOW & FOREVER Appointments for your formal senior portrait are available now. Please contactNow & Forever Studiosto set up your appointment time. Senior portraits are mandatory, so please don't delay. If you wish to have your portrait in the yearbook,your photo session must be completed by November 7th.
Please note that seniors CANNOT miss class for this.Appointment slots are limited and fill up quickly as the deadline approaches. It is highly recommended that seniors make their appointments early. Seniors are responsible for scheduling and taking their formal senior portraits. Due to print deadlines, seniors who do not take their photo by November 7th will not be included in the yearbook. Book appointments here:Now & Forever Studios.
SENIOR TRIBUTES ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE It's Senior Tribute Time! Each year, a portion of the Excalibur yearbook is dedicated to parents, family, and friends who would like to recognize their graduating senior. For details on how you can purchase your senior tribute, pleasevisit the Mitty websitefor instructions and to purchase your tribute today.
All submissions must be received by6 p.m. on Friday, November 14th, 2025.Spaces are limited and may sell out. Don't delay taking advantage of this special opportunity to recognize the achievements of your student! Emailyearbook@mitty.comwith any questions.
2025-26 Booster Pass
THE 2025- 26BOOSTER PASSIS 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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