Monday, March 2nd
Early Dismissal
Students may leave campus at 1:40 p.m. or after their last class period of the day
Tuesday, March 3rd
Homeroom: All School Assembly
8:30 a.m.
Wednesday, March 4th
Early Dismissal
Students may leave campus at 1:40 p.m. or after their last class period of the day. Monarch Madness Rehearsal
San Jose Civic Auditorium
4 - 10 p.m.
Thursday, March 5th
Homeroom: Monarch Madness Wristband Distribution
8:30 a.m. Monarch Madness XXXV
7 - 10:30 p.m.
Friday, March 6th
School Holiday
Tuesday, March 10th
End of Third Quarter
Thursday, March 12th
AMPA Sophomore Parent Social
6:30 p.m.
Ancora Vino by Enoteca La Storia
During his weekly Angelus prayer in St Peter's Square on Sunday, March 1st, 2026,
Pope Leo shared,
"I am following with deep concern what is happening in the Middle East and in Iran during this tumultuous time.
Stability and peace are not achieved through mutual threats, nor through the use of weapons, which sow destruction, suffering, and death, but only through reasonable, sincere, and responsible dialogue.
Faced with the possibility of a tragedy of immense proportions, I make a heartfelt appeal to all the parties involved to assume the moral responsibility of halting the spiral of violence before it becomes an unbridgeable chasm.
May diplomacy regain its proper role, and may the well-being of peoples, who yearn for peaceful existence founded on justice, be upheld.
And let us continue to pray for peace."
So, we pray:
God of Mercy, we call upon your Son, the Prince of Peace.
As we continue to journey through this Lent, hoping for the joy of the Resurrection, help our world leaders find ways to create peace.
We pray for all those who are affected on all sides by violence, war, and poverty.
Help us to learn to be people of peace so that justice, love, and mercy may be cherished and upheld throughout the world.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.
Each week, the Archbishop Mitty High School community prays a decade of the rosary for peace at 8 a.m. in front of the Kinkade Cross. All are welcome.
Upcoming Early Start and Early Release Dates
Below is a list of early start and early release dates
for the next two weeks.
MARCH 2ND - EARLY DISMISSAL - 1:40 p.m.
Students may leave after their last class of the day.
MARCH 4TH - EARLY DISMISSAL - 1:40 p.m.
Students may leave after their last class of the day.
MARCH 5TH - EARLY RELEASE - 2:10 p.m.
Students may leave after their last class of the day.
Library Schedule Updates
In order to accommodate preparations and events related to the upcoming WASC visit, please make note of our amended schedule for this week.
Monday, March 2nd: 7:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Tuesday, March 3rd: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, March 4th: 7:30 a.m. - 1:40 p.m.
Thursday, March 5th: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday, March 6th: Closed
Additionally, the library will not open until 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 12th so that library staff can attend a faculty-staff meeting.
Thank you in advance for your understanding and support.
Monarch Madness is HERE!
WELCOME TO THE GREATEST NIGHT
TO BE A MONARCH
The 35th edition of Monarch Madness will take place this Thursday, March 5th, at the San Jose Civic in downtown San Jose. Doors open at 6:15 p.m., and the event should end at about 10 p.m. Bring your enthusiasm for not only your student's class but for all of AMHS, as we celebrate our entire community. Artificial noisemakers, such as air horns, cowbells, etc., are not allowed in the San Jose Civic, but your cheering and applause will more than make up for it!
Public parking is available downtown and the VTA light rail station is located directly outside the front doors of the San Jose Civic. Go to the Archbishop Mitty website's Student Life page and click on the Monarch Madness link for details. If your student has not replied to the email sent out last week about Monarch Madness wristbands, he or she will have until 8:30 a.m. tomorrow, Tuesday, March 3rd, to respond.
There will be a special homeroom at 8:10 a.m. this Thursday, March 5th, during which students will receive official wristbands for quick entry into the San Jose Civic. Students will also need their current IDs to be admitted into the event. Go Monarchs!!!
Athletics Report
BASEBALL TEAM WINS MILPITAS TOURNAMENT
The baseball team is off to a strong 3-0 start to their season; winning the annual Michael De Jesus Tournament hosted by Milpitas High School. The Monarchs earned decisive victories over Leland and Pioneer before defeating Piedmont Hills 5–1 in the title game. Junior Gabe Lopez delivered impressive performances on the mound, allowing no earned runs across two appearances, while junior Derek Allen and senior Austin Mak powered the offense with three RBIs each. Best of luck to the Monarchs as they compete this week in the prestigious Mike Hazlett Tournament hosted by Wilcox High School.
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WINS CCS CHAMPIONSHIP
The women's basketball team continued their dominance of the Central Coast Section this past week, winning the program's fifth consecutive CCS Open Division championship; and 34th in program history with a commanding 90–31 victory over Archbishop Riordan at University of San Francisco on Friday night. The Monarchs set the tone early, racing to a 22–3 lead by the end of the first quarter. Senior McKenna Woliczko paced the effort with 27 points, six rebounds, and four blocks. Sophomore Maliya Hunter added 14 points, while junior Tee McCarthy and senior Devin Cosgriff each contributed 10 points to round out a balanced and dominant team performance. Read more about the win in the Mercury News here.
UPCOMING HOME GAMES THIS WEEK
TUESDAY, MARCH 3RD
Women's Soccer vs. Amador Valley
(CIF State Playoffs)—3 p.m. at Bothman Stadium
Softball vs. Carlmont—3:30 p.m at AMHS Softball field
Men's Basketball vs. Oakland (CIF State Playoffs)—7 p.m. in Fien Gym
FRIDAY, MARCH 6TH
Swimming vs. Archbishop Riordan—3 p.m.
Women's Lacrosse vs. Castilleja—4 p.m
at Bothman Stadium
SATURDAY, MARCH 7TH
Women's Basketball vs. TBD (CIF State Playoffs)—
7 p.m. in Fien Gym
Please check here to live stream select home games this week.
AMHS Alumni Internship Program
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
Archbishop Mitty High School (AMHS) invites alumni applicants for the AMHS Alumni Internship Program for the 2026-27 school year. The AMHS Alumni Internship Program places recent alumni in internship positions for twelve months. An Alumni Intern provides service to one program on campus and is under the direct supervision of the director of the program.
These internships are paid positions; and the term of employment is the 2026-27 school year.
Requirements of an applicant are the following:
1. Be an alumnus of AMHS; and
2. Meet one of the following criteria:
a. Be a recent graduate of a four-year college or university and looking to take a "gap year" before pursuing graduate studies or full-time employment; or
b. Be a recent graduate of a four-year college or university and enrolled in a graduate program at a local college or university or in an online graduate program; or
c. Be a junior or senior enrolled in a local, four-year college or university.
Deadline for consideration for an intern position for 2026-27: March 15, 2026
Parent Education Night Coming Soon
THE FUTURE IS HERE: AI, TEENS, AND EDUCATION
Virtual Event: Wednesday, March 25th; 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly shaping the world our students are learning to navigate. We invite parents to join us for Part 1 of a two-part series on AI and education, designed to help families better understand this evolving landscape. Our first session will be a virtual event providing an accessible introduction to AI — what it is, how teens are encountering it, and what effects it has on the education landscape. Part 2 of this series will take place in the fall and will feature an expert guest speaker who will offer a deeper dive into the broader implications of AI for education and the future our students are preparing to enter.
RSVP and offer questions you would like us to address through this link.
Speech and Debate Qualifies to the State Tournament
This past weekend, MSD competed at the CFL State Qualifying Tournament for Speech and Debate at Palo Alto High School. MSD qualified a record high 10 entries in debate, and 35 in speech. Special congratulations to sophomores Kylie Solda, Sophie Tian, Cynthia Wang, juniors Tisha Prasad, Kostantina Bala, Deepika Sujay, Richard Do, Natalie Kim, and seniors Avi Gupta and Braden Clements for placing 1st in their individual events. Please wish MSD luck as they compete at the final CFL State Qualifying tournament in Congress here at Mitty this Saturday.
Isabelle Hau, Love To Learn: Early Education In An AI Driven World
Wednesday, March 11th; 7 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. In-person at The Girls' Middle School, 3400 W Bayshore Rd, Palo Alto
In her recent book, Love to Learn, Isabelle Hau, the director of Stanford University's Accelerator for Learning, argues that strong, loving relationships are the foundation for healthy brain development, resilience, and lifelong learning. As technical tasks become more driven by AI, relational intelligence (RQ) will become ever more crucial for our children in both social and academic settings. Ms. Hau will share her blueprint for relational learning in the early years and beyond.
Les Miserables: School Edition Tickets On Sale Now
LIMITED AVAILABILITY FOR PERFORMANCES
ON 3/26 - 3/28
Archbishop Mitty's Performing Arts Department is thrilled to announce the return of the world's most beloved musical, Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's Tony Award-winning phenomenon Les Misérables: School Edition, to the Kinkade Center for the Arts from March 20–28th, 2026. Set in 19th-century France, Les Misérables tells a powerful story of broken dreams, unrequited love, passion, sacrifice, and redemption—a timeless testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Featuring an unforgettable score that includes "I Dreamed a Dream," "On My Own," "Bring Him Home," "One Day More," and "Master of the House," this epic production continues to inspire audiences around the globe.
Tickets for Les Miserables: School Edition can be purchased by clicking this link. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for students. There is limited availability so don't wait to purchase! Les Miserables: School Edition is rated PG-13 for violence, adult themes, and adult situations. No children under the age of five will be admitted.
Run for the Roses
Tickets are now on sale for our Kentucky Derby-themed Auction Party! Join us for a spectacular evening of cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, games, prizes, a new luxury raffle, and a silent auction, all while raising money for our school.
Put on your finest hat, place your bets, and get ready for a night at the races! This is your chance to have an unforgettable evening with your community while supporting a cause that truly matters.
Grab your tickets now before they're gone! Click here to join the Race!
38th Annual Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament
Reserve your spot for the 38th Annual Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament at Cinnabar Hills on Monday, May 4, 2026. Please join us for a memorable day of golf and community in support of Archbishop Mitty High School—purchase your tickets and see sponsorship opportunities here. This special event offers a range of sponsorship opportunities to match every level of giving. We welcome your consideration and support.
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 click here.
ARCHBISHOP MITTY HIGH SCHOOL
5000 Mitty Avenue, San Jose, California 95129. Phone: 408-252-6610
For additional information visit mitty.com.
Questions or comments? Contact us.
In her recent book, Love to Learn, Isabelle Hau, the director of Stanford University's Accelerator for Learning, argues that strong, loving relationships are the foundation for healthy brain development, resilience, and lifelong learning. As technical tasks become more driven by AI, relational intelligence (RQ) will become ever more crucial for our children in both social and academic settings. Ms. Hau will share her blueprint for relational learning in the early years and beyond. 
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