Weekly communication from the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District.
Breaking News
Your Voice Matters: YouthTruth Survey - If you have not had an opportunity to share your feedback through our YouthTruth family survey, we encourage you to take time to help us understand what’s working well, where we can improve and how we can continue creating positive learning environments at your child's school. Take the SURVEY today!
Looking for a Job That Works for Your Family? - MPUSD is hiring! For parents and guardians, working in our schools can be a win-win, an opportunity to join the MPUSD team with a schedule that may better align with your child’s school day and calendar. Join our Classified (non-teaching positions) Job Fair on Saturday, October 17, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the District Services Center in Del Rey Oaks. We’re hiring for a variety of high-demand positions, with same-day interviews, provisional offers for highly qualified candidates and free fingerprinting available. Walk-ins welcome! Pre-register at the.mpusd.net/2026jobfair and bring your resume. Learn more on our website.
Preschool Tours | October 17 - Interested in learning more about MPUSD Preschool? Families are invited to tour our preschool programs on October 17 and see our learning environments, meet staff, and learn more about what MPUSD Preschool has to offer. Tours will be available at three of our locations at the Seaside Child Development Center, Dual Language Academy of the Monterey Peninsula Preschool, and Monterey Child Development Center at scheduled times throughout the afternoon. Please RSVP in advance so our preschool team can plan for your visit and provide the best experience for participating families. Visit preschool.mpusd.net to learn more or call 831-392-3456.
Information of Interest
Celebrating National Principals Month - October is National Principals Month and we proudly celebrate our incredible principals who lead, inspire and support our school communities every day. From supporting teachers and connecting with families to cheering on students and creating welcoming school environments, our principals wear many hats (and always have their walkie-talkies close by). Take an opportunity to recognize your school's principal this month! Read more about National Principals Month.
Celebrating our MPUSD School Administrators- During Week of the School Administrator, October 12 - 18, MPUSD celebrates 49 administrators whose leadership and dedication support students, staff and families every day. From teaching and learning to student services, nutrition, transportation, technology, facilities and more, these leaders help keep our schools running and create opportunities for students to succeed. Read more about the many roles our administrators play across MPUSD.
Celebrating National School Lunch Week - October 12 - 16 is National School Lunch Week. MPUSD celebrates the important role nutritious school meals play in helping students learn, grow and thrive. A special thank you to our dedicated Nutrition Services team for preparing and serving meals that fuel learning and student success every day. Read more about National School Lunch Week.
Recognizing Indigenous Peoples' Day - On October 12, MPUSD recognizes Indigenous Peoples’ Day, honoring the histories, cultures and contributions of Indigenous peoples past and present. We especially recognize the Rumsen Ohlone people and their enduring connection to the Monterey Peninsula. Please note: MPUSD schools and offices will be open on October 12.
Hot Off the Reel
Reading is Key - Check out our latest edition of Reading Is Key: Literacy In Action with Marshall Elementary School Second Grade Teacher Kati Simonton. This one melted our hearts and shows the amazing learning that's happening in our classrooms.
National Hispanic Heritage Month - Cuando los sonidos de la música y la comunidad en un evento son así de hermosos, ¡no hace falta ningún audio de moda ¡Feliz Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana a todas nuestras familias de MPUSD! Aquí compartimos algunos momentos especiales de la celebración de Seaside High School.
Why We Show Up | Seaside Middle School - As we return from Fall Break, we're reminding our MPUSD community of the many reasons our scholars love showing up to school! From connecting with friends to learning and achieving their goals, every school day matters. Hear from our Seaside Middle School students about why they show up and what makes coming to school important to them.
Board of Education
Board of Education Special Location | October 13 Meeting - The next Board of Education meeting will be held in the community at Monterey High School on October 13. Open sessions begins at 6:30 p.m. The agenda may be found here on October 8. The meeting will not be available on AMP-TV, but you can Zoom into the meeting. If you miss the meeting and want to know what actions the Board takes, you may read Board Highlights or watch Spotlight on Board Highlights later in the week.
Reminders
Your Voice Matters: Join us for our District English Learner Advisory Council | October 21 - MPUSD families are invited to participate in our District English Learner Advisory Council (DELAC) meetings during the 2026 - 2027 school year. DELAC provides parents, guardians, and caregivers with an opportunity to share their voices, learn more about district programs and services, and help shape how we support multilingual learners across MPUSD. All parents, guardians, and caregivers are welcome. Childcare and dinner are provided. Visit our website or see flyer below for dates, times, and location.
Upcoming MPUSD Events
Most events are linked to MPUSD's website to receive more information. You may also access the district's school year calendar here. (Event dates subject to change. Check with your school site and this section regularly.)
10.13.26 Board of Education Meeting 10.21.26 District English Learner Advisory Council 10.27.26 Board of Education Meeting 11.10.26 Board of Education Meeting 11.11.26 Veterans Day | No School 11.23.26 Thanksgiving Break | No School 11.24.26 Thanksgiving Break | No School 11.25.26 Thanksgiving Break | No School 11.26.26 Thanksgiving Break | No School 11.27.26 Thanksgiving Break | No School
