Monday, November 3rd Homeroom: All School Assembly 8:30 a.m.
Tuesday, November 4th Early Dismissal Students may leave campus at 2:00 p.m. but are encouraged to attend the Career Symposium Pathfinders: Career Symposium 1:50 p.m. 500 wing and Sobrato Student Life Center
Thursday, November 6th Black Catholic History Mass 7:45 a.m. AMHS Chapel
Friday, November 7th AMHS Night Football Game Varsity kicks off at 7 p.m. Father Jack Russi Field Bothman Stadium AMHS Campus
Saturday, November 8th Black & Gold Gala 6 p.m. Signia Hotel Downtown San Jose
Monday, November 10th Senior Kairos Retreat School Holiday: Veterans' Day
Tuesday, November 11th Senior Kairos Retreat
Wednesday, November 12th Senior Kairos Retreat
Thursday, November 13th College Athletic Commitment Ceremony 7:30 a.m. AMPA Social: Class of 2028 Parents 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Campo di Bocce, Los Gatos
Friday, November 14th Fall Sketch Comedy Show 7 p.m.
A PRAYER FOR NOVEMBER Lord our God, Help those who are sick and suffering, to renew their strength. Help us by taking away our fears and worries, to make us healthy and strong. Help us to live lives of holiness in company with the communion of the saints. Help us never forget those who have died, that their faith will live on. Help those who mourn their loss, to comfort their grief. Help us to build the common good with those elected to serve all people. Help others to hear the call to serve the church, with a vocation to live the Christian witness. Help us to be grateful and express our thanks, so that we may be generous. Help us to remember your Advent, so that we may be ready to welcome you again in glory. Now and forever. Amen. —Very Rev. John Thomas Lane, SSS
Campus Notes for Night Football Game and Early Release Days
Annual Night Game Reminders CAMPUS CLOSED AFTER SCHOOL - 11/7/25 Several campus buildings, including locker rooms, Sobrato Student Life Center, and Aymar Events Center, will close immediately after school on Friday, November 7th, in preparation for the annual Night Game against Bellarmine. Students who are not participating in after school activities should plan to leave campus immediately after their last class of the day or after school ends.
Dismissal Reminders: NOVEMBER 4TH - EARLY RELEASE All students have a 2 p.m. release time, but are encouraged to participate in the Pathfinders, career exploration event which begins at 1:50 p.m.
NOVEMBER 7TH - EARLY RELEASE Students may leave after their last class.
Athletics Report
SOPHIE KUNKEL SHINES WITH PERFECT 8-0 WCAL SEASON As a member of our women's tennis team, freshman Sophie Kunkel wrapped up WCAL league play in commanding fashion last week, finishing undefeated at 8–0 and winning every match in straight sets. Congratulations!
ANNUAL HALL OF FAME NIGHT FOOTBALL GAME IS THIS FRIDAY This Friday night, the Monarch football team will host Bellarmine at 7 p.m. on Fr. Jack Russi Field for the Annual Hall of Fame Night Football Game. This event is one of the annual highlights of the athletics calendar and also happens to be "Senior Night" for our Monarch football team. Come out early, bring the energy, and pack the stadium for what promises to be another memorable evening of Monarch spirit and support for our Hall of Fame honorees and our football team. Epicurean will be offering a barbecue in Fien Gymnasium from 4 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., and Mio Vicino will be selling Italian food in the end zone. Tickets for the game can be purchasedhere.
UPCOMING HOME GAMES THIS WEEK WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH Women's Volleyball (CCS Semi-final) vs. Valley Christian at 6 p.m. in Fien Gym
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7TH Varsity Football vs. Bellarmine on Fr. Jack Russi Field at 7 p.m. •Purchase ticketshere
Pathfinders is Tomorrow - Tuesday, November 4th!
ENCOURAGE YOUR STUDENT TO ATTEND Pathfinders is a career exploration program organized by Alumni Relations, Counseling, and the Archbishop Mitty Board of Regents. We are hosting a Discovery Session on Tuesday, November 4th, at 1:40 p.m. Alumni from a variety of industries will return to campus, sharing their unique career journeys and offering current students valuable insights into leveraging an AMHS education into college and professional success. The program will begin right after 6th period on Tuesday the 4th in the 500 wing and Sobrato Student Center. Encourage your students to join us - this is a very popular event, which is often standing room only!
Black Catholic History Mass
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6TH, AT 7:45 AM IN THE CHAPEL. All are welcome to join the Black Student Union and Campus Ministry for a Mass honoring Black Catholic History Month.
This special Mass will not only celebrate the rich heritage and contributions of Black Catholics but also serve as a call to action for social justice and equality.
College Preparation On Campus
COLLEGE REPS ON CAMPUS THIS WEEK We have a great school visiting our campus this week! The admissions representative will be available to answer any questions you may have. Please RSVP on Maia Learning and plan to join us.
Wednesday University of Colorado, Boulder in the Monarch Room at 11:15 a.m.
COLLEGE ESSAY REVIEW WORKSHOPS, NOVEMBER 4TH & 6TH The Counseling and English Departments are offering optional essay review workshops to support seniors during their application process. This is a great time to have your UC PIQs reviewed. Students are still encouraged to meet with their counselor, but can use these workshops if there are schedule conflicts. Clickherefor the dates and times.
Common Ground Speaker Series Event
HEALING THE MODERN BRAIN: PROTECTING MENTAL HEALTH AND MENTAL FITNESS Dr. Drew Ramsey, moderated by Dr. Maya Adam, Stanford Pediatrics Thursday, November 6th, 7 p.m. - 8:15 p.m., via Zoom
Weaving together the latest breakthroughs in scientific research with anecdotes from extensive clinical practice, Dr. Drew Ramsey will discuss direct, actionable tools and strategies to enhance and reclaim your mental health, bolster your mental fitness, and thrive in a world that can sometimes feel overwhelming.
Dr. Ramsey, Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University and founder of the Brain Food Clinic, focuses on evidence-based Integrative Psychiatry and Nutritional Psychiatry.
Sign up for the Common Groundnewsletterto be informed of all our speaker events.
Upcoming In-Studio Make Up Day
COURTESY OF NOW & FOREVER / GENERATIONS SCHOOL PHOTOGRAPHY Our photography vendor will be hosting an in-studio make up day at their Los Gatos studio on November 11th, from 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.! This gives your students another chance to have their photos taken or re-taken. Please note, that images taken during this in-studio make up daywill not be included in the yearbook exportthat has already been finalized. This option is simply for families who would like to order photos for this school year.
The studio location is 100 Cooper Court, Suite C in Los Gatos. No appointment is necessary. Families can arrive anytime between 12 p.m. and 5 p.m.
Library Update
VETERANS DAY DISPLAY We are celebrating Veterans Day in the library with books and photos of AMHS community veterans! Staff and faculty have shared photos of themselves, family members, or friends in uniform, and we've decorated the library with these photos and a little caption about the veteran's service. Stop by to see all our veterans on display, check out a book, and honor Veterans Day.
To all our AMHS veterans, we thank you for your service.
UPCOMING SCHEDULE CHANGES The library willopen at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, November 7thdue to a Faculty-Staff meeting that morning. Also,the library will close at 1 p.m. on Friday, November 21stso that the library team can prepare for Open House. Thank you for understanding.
Immersion Applications & Information Night
Would you like to learn more about AMHS immersion trips and how to apply? Students will have the opportunity to discuss our immersion program in sophomore and junior religion classes during the first weeks of November.
Parents and students are also invited to attend our Immersion Information Night live on Zoom on Thursday, November 13th, from 6 - 7 p.m.Register hereto receive the webinar link. If you register, but are unable to attend, a recording of the evening will be sent to you.
Applications for immersion trips will be open from November 12th - December 1st on the student portal under "Forms." For more information, head toour website.
Pardon My French Fall Sketch Comedy Show
Join us on Friday, November 14th, at 7 p.m. in the Kinkade Theater at Pardon My French's Fall Sketch Comedy Show! Tickets are $10 for Adults, $5 for Children online and can be purchasedherestarting November 5th at 11:30 a.m.! Free student tickets will be available at the Box Office during both lunch periods the week of November 10th (while supplies last). Hope to see you at the show!
Admissions Information
REGISTER TO ATTEND OPEN HOUSE - SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23RD Archbishop Mitty High School will host its annual Open House for prospective students from 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Sunday, November 23rd. If you know any families considering Archbishop Mitty for their students, please encourage them to attend. The day will feature campus tours, booths with our faculty, staff, and program directors, and student entertainment. It's a great way for families to be introduced to the Archbishop Mitty community. Registration is required and is now open via Ravenna, which can be accessed by visiting thiswebsite. For more information, please contact the Admissions Office by emailingadmissions@mitty.comor calling (408) 342-4300.
Harvest Pack Fundraiser
SPIRIT WEEK WINNER Thank you to everyone who contributed to our Spirit Week Food Drive! We raised $16,000 total. Congratulations to the sophomore class who raised the most money and has earned a dress down day. The most exciting part about the drive is that we will provide necessary meals to our community members who are struggling with food insecurity.
Save the Date: The Mitty Auction Kickoff Meeting
Come learn more about the Mitty Auction! We are holding our first planning meeting for the Mitty Auction on Thursday, November 20th, from 5 – 6:30 p.m., in the Monarch Room. We would love for you to learn more about our biggest fundraiser of the year and how you can be a part of the team. Please RSVP byclicking here. For additional information or questions, please email Katrina Montaño, Director of Special Events, atkmontano@mitty.com.
Tuition Assistance Applications for the 2026–2027 School Year
The Tuition Assistance applications portal (FACTS) for the 2026–2027 school year will open on Monday,November 24, 2025,and close onMonday, February 2, 2026.A link to the FACTS portal is available on our website underTuition 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 — including2025 W-2s and 2024 tax returns— must be uploaded directly on FACTS to complete your application.
New this year:FACTS is offeringIRS Integrationfor 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. Stay tuned for more details in next week's bulletin.
Last Call: Class of 2026 Senior Portrait & Tributes Due
SENIORS NEED TO TAKE THEIR FORMAL PORTRAITS WITH NOW & FOREVER Please contactNow & Forever Studiosto set up your appointment time if you have not done so already. Senior portraits are mandatory, so please don't delay.Portraits must be taken by November 7th in order to be included in the yearbook.
Please note that seniors CANNOT miss class for this.Appointment slots are limited and fill up quickly. 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.
Once you have completed your session, Now & Forever will email a link to the email address you registered with for the session. Please be on the lookout for the link from them a couple of weeks after your session and select your pose ASAP.
FINAL CHANCE TO RECOGNIZE YOUR SENIOR IN THE 2026 YEARBOOK! Senior tributes are almost sold out! 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 website.
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.
CONTRIBUTE YOUR PHOTOS TO THE YEARBOOK! Did you take a great photo at an event? Excalibur Yearbook staff invites the Mitty community to submit their photos. This talented staff of 25 Monarchs will do their best to cover everything in our community but if you happen to capture something incredible, please share! All photo credits will be given in the yearbook. Pleaseuse this linkto share your photos today!
Confirmation Calendar Now Available
Students interested in receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation through AMHS Campus Ministry should review the2025-26 Confirmation Calendarwith their families to ensure they are able to attend all required liturgies, formation sessions, and meetings.Registration for Confirmation will open on December 1ston theAMHS Confirmation website. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Ms. Marian Wyman atmwyman@mitty.com.
2025- 26 Booster Pass
AVAILABLE ON THE LION'S DEN WEBSITE The AMHSBooster Passadmits 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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Weaving together the latest breakthroughs in scientific research with anecdotes from extensive clinical practice, Dr. Drew Ramsey will discuss direct, actionable tools and strategies to enhance and reclaim your mental health, bolster your mental fitness, and thrive in a world that can sometimes feel overwhelming.
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