A PRAYER FOR THANKSGIVING Lord, we thank you for the goodness of our people and for the spirit of justice that fills this nation. We thank you for the beauty and fullness of the land and the challenge of the cities. We thank you for our work and our rest, for one another, and for our homes. We thank you, Lord; accept our thanksgiving on this day. We pray and give thanks through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. (source: United States Conference of Catholic Bishops)
Thanksgiving Blessings from AMHS
"Have no anxiety about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God." (Philippians 4:6)
Dear Archbishop Mitty Families,
In this season of gratitude, we pause to thank you for the blessing of our students whom you entrust with us, and in doing so make Archbishop Mitty High School the truly special place that it is.
As we embark on this well-deserved break to celebrate with our families and friends, please keep those who go without this holiday season in your prayers. May those who hunger be blessed with food to nourish their bodies, may those who suffer be touched by God's healing hand, and may those who are lonely find a place at our tables so that we may live out Imago Dei, seeing God in all those we encounter.
We thank you for partnering with us in this endeavor of Catholic education.
May your families be blessed this Thanksgiving and always.
Gratefully,
Kate Caputo Principal
Latanya Hilton President
WASC Parent Survey
As part of the Archbishop Mitty accreditation process, parents and guardians from all grade levels are asked to complete a survey about various school programs. Please take a few minutes to completethe following survey, using your experiences as an Archbishop Mitty parent or guardian as the basis of your answers. The responses to the survey are anonymous. Please complete the survey by Tuesday, November 25th. If you have any questions, please contact Beth Madia atbmadia@mitty.com.
Library's Early Closure - Thanksgiving
The library will close at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, November 25th. Stop by and grab a book to enjoy over the Thanksgiving Break! We have dozens of new additions to the library including the latest books from R.F. Kuang and Louis Sachar.
Reminders from Counseling
AMHS COMMUNITY COLLEGE COURSE GUIDELINES Community colleges offer many enrichment opportunities for students to explore academic and career interests or see what college is about. Students should consult with their counselor BEFORE enrolling in a community college course and review theseguidelines, which are now available on the parent and student portals.
SENIOR REMINDER: CSU/UC APPLICATION DEADLINE A reminder to all seniors and their families that CSU and UC applications are due December 1st at11:59 p.m.Please review your applications carefully and submit them ahead of the deadline. If you have any questions or need assistance, students are encouraged to email their counselor or make an appointment for support.
Athletics Report
ZOOM PARENT MEETING FOR WINTER SPORTS TEAMS: TUESDAY, DEC. 2ND The Department of Athletics is looking forward to hosting a Zoom parent meeting on Tuesday, December 2nd from 6-6:30 p.m. for families of our winter student-athletes. Athletic Director Pat Kennedy will outline key expectations for our athletes and fans for the winter sports season, followed by remarks from our mental skills coach Graham Betchart, who will share mental skills strategies that teams and parents can use to support our student-athletes. Please clickherefor the webinar link and join us at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 2nd.
MEN'S WATER POLO CROWNED NORCAL CHAMPIONS Congratulations to the men's water polo team on capturing the CIF Division III Northern California Championship this past Saturday. Fresh off their CCS title, the Monarchs powered through the bracket with a 19 – 11 win over Tulare Western and an 11 – 7 semifinal victory over Turlock, before securing the championship with an impressive 11 – 7 finish against Clovis East. The team's run was fueled by teamwork and depth, with senior Gordon Vernooy anchoring the defense and junior Chase Zanghi, and seniors Tucker Gavin and Zayn Latif leading the assists and scoring charge. Outstanding work, Monarchs!
HOME GAME THIS WEEK
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26 Men's Basketball vs. Alumni in Fien Gym at 5:30 p.m.
Tuition Assistance Applications Portal is Now Open!
The Tuition Assistance applications portal (FACTS) for the 2026–2027 school year opened todayNovember 24, 2025,and will 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 applicantswill need to create a FACTS account. •Returning applicantsmay log in using their existing credentials.
Please note that all required documents — including2025 W-2sand2024 tax returns — must be uploaded directly on FACTS to complete your application.
New this year:FACTS is offeringIRS 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 postedhere.
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 placeWednesday, December 17th through Friday, December 19th.Students who have two finals scheduled at the same time need to email Ms. Alicia Carter atregistrar@mitty.comas 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 fromDecember 5th through January 16th.Students can access the online Schedule Change Request Form on the Student Portal beginning Friday, December 5th. 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.
Immersion Applications Due December 1st
Take advantage of this amazing opportunity to be a part of an AMHS immersion trip! Applications for immersions will be open until December 1st on the student portal under "Forms." For more information, head to theImmersion sectionof the school's Campus Ministry page.
Speech and Debate Champions in Chicago!
This past weekend 42 students competed at the Glenbrooks Invitational in Chicago. MSD won 1st place in Overall Speech Sweepstakes for the second year in a row! Congratulations to the following students who were finalists in their events: sophomores Yuna Chong, Mark Lee, juniors Syona Chen, Meera Kalluraya, Kostantina Bala, Nikki Karthikeyan, Saanvi Handigund, Natalie Kim and seniors Avi Gupta and Chloe Lee. Congratulations to junior Neil Huang, and senior Jordan Daniher for earning bids to the Tournament of Champions. A special congratulations to seniors Chaith Mittal and Samaira Mehta for being named Tournament Champion in Congressional Debate and Original Oratory! The team now looks towards Speech and Congress League 2 where they will aim to earn even more wildcards to the state qualifying tournament.
Common Ground Special Event Tuesday Morning 12/2
HELPING KIDS THRIVE IN THE AGE OF AI Rebecca Winthrop and Jenny Anderson, authors ofThe Disengaged Teen Tuesday, December 2nd; 10 a.m. - 11:15 a.m., via Zoom,Please note special early start time
Our speakers study and write about generative AI's role in education and observe how it is poised to replace human connection as more youth turn to it for learning, companionship and therapy. They will share recommendations that define and support engaged learning in the age of AI.
Rebecca Winthropis a global authority on education, the director of the Center for Universal Education at The Brookings Institution and an adjunct professor at Georgetown University.
Jenny Andersonis an award-winning journalist and author who writes about education and the science of learning.
Register here! You can also sign up for the Common Groundnewsletterto be informed of all our speaker events.
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 1st and can be accessedon theConfirmation pageof the AMHS website. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Ms. Marian Wyman atmwyman@mitty.com.
Celebrate the Season with Performing Arts!
The holiday season begins next week for the Performing Arts Department and includes four great performances, with two events taking place at off-campus performance venues! Admission is free to all four events. Please note: Tickets are required for entry to the Holiday Instrumental Concert & Holiday Dance Recital.
SPIRIT OF THE ROW - TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2ND FROM 5 - 8 PM Cheer on the Royals Dance Ensemble and our newly-formed Royalty Dance Ensemble at their Spirit of the Row performance at Santana Row in San Jose. Located on the Main Stage in Santana Row Park (between Left Bank & EMC Seafood), this event features several local community dance groups and entertainment from across the Bay Area. Admission is free and all are welcome!
HOLIDAY INSTRUMENTAL CONCERT - THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4TH AT 7 PM The Holiday Instrumental Concert features the Concert Band, Orchestra, and Wind Ensemble at the Thomas Kinkade Center for the Arts on the AMHS Campus. Tickets go on sale to the public on November 21st at 10 a.m. Complimentary tickets are availablehere. Tickets are required for entry.
HOLIDAY CHORAL CONCERT - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5TH AT 7 PM The Holiday Choral Concert features our Vocal Ensemble and Concert Choir at the Campbell United Methodist Church in San Jose. Admission is free and tickets are not required!
HOLIDAY DANCE RECITAL - THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11TH AT 7 PM The Holiday Dance Recital features Dance 1, Dance 2, the Royalty, and the Royals Dance Ensemble in the Thomas Kinkade Center for the Arts. Tickets go on sale to the public on December 1st at 10 a.m. Complimentary tickets are availablehere. 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!
Season of Giving - Share the Gift of Education
JOIN US ON 12/2 FOR GIVING TUESDAY The holidays are a time for gratitude and reflection - a season when generosity and giving back come naturally. OnGiving Tuesday,December 2nd,our school will launch the Season of Giving Campaign, a weeklong celebration of the incredible difference our community can make together.
Your gift directly supportsThe Monarch Fund,our school's annual operating fund. Every contribution helps us educate intellectually competent, just, faith-filled, and respectful leaders who will make a lasting impact in the world.
To give,text amhsgivenow to 44834.Questions? Contact John Bennett atjbennett@mitty.com.
You don't have to wait to make a difference - give today and help us reach even more students in need. Thank you for sharing your blessings and helping us change lives, one student at a time.
Season of Giving email banner sent by John Bennett
2026 Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Join us in celebrating the 2026 Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony! Archbishop Mitty High School is proud to honor the newest members of the Hall of Fame on Saturday, January 10, 2026. This year's inductees include
Zlatko Bijelic '07 (Soccer), Haley Jones '19 (Basketball), Roshan Mehdizadeh Corsiglia '01 (Swimming), Don Schwartz '74 (Football & Baseball), and Nick Yorke '20 (Baseball)
We will also recognize John Mosunic for his contributions to the Golf Program with induction into the Hall of Honor, and celebrate the induction of the 1971 Football Team, the 2014 Women's Volleyball Team, and the 2015 Women's Volleyball Team into the Hall of Champions.
Join us for an evening of celebration and Monarch pride. Purchase Ticketshere.
AMHS Visual Arts Gallery
Archbishop Mitty's Visual Arts Department is pleased to announce the latest version of the AMHS Visual Arts Gallery, showcasing our students' artwork. Either visit the Archbishop Mitty web page under Quick Links or clickhere.
2025-26 Booster Pass
THE 2025-26 BOOSTER PASS IS 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.
ARCHBISHOP MITTY HIGH SCHOOL 5000 Mitty Avenue, San Jose, California 95129. Phone: 408-252-6610 For additional information visitmitty.com. Questions or comments?Contact us.
Our speakers study and write about generative AI's role in education and observe how it is poised to replace human connection as more youth turn to it for learning, companionship and therapy. They will share recommendations that define and support engaged learning in the age of AI.
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