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Milpitas Unified School District (MUSD)

Milpitas School District Office
1331 East Calaveras Boulevard
Milpitas, California 95035
408-635-2600

Calendar

District Calendars
Notices of district meetings.

2023-2024 School Year
First Day of school, Thursday, August 10, 2023
Last day of school, Wednesday, June 5, 2024

Registration for 2023-2024 School Year began on January 24, 2023. Go to the Enrollment page for more details.

Campuses

Milpitas High School
A GO MILPITAS RESOURCE
Find out about school information, clubs, events and other news at Milpitas High School, Milpitas, CA.

Maps to Milpitas Schools
A GO MILPITAS RESOURCE
Maps showing where the public schools are located, links to school websites, contact information, principals’ names and email addresses.

District Info

What to Wear to School
A GO MILPITAS RESOURCE
Most Milpitas elementary schools and both middle schools require uniforms. Check here for your school requirements.

District Overview
From GreatSchools. Overviews of each of our schools.

Milpitas Board of Education
Photos and contact information of the members of the Milpitas Unified School District Governing Board.

Milpitas School Board Meeting Calendar
Meetings televised on Comcast channel 15 at 7:00 p.m. during the Board meetings. Meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month beginning at 7:00 PM in Robert Randall Elementary School, 1300 Edsel Dr, Milpitas and virtually via Zoom and YouTube as well. Video recordings of all meetings are posted on our Board Meeting Videos web page.

Milpitas Unified School District
This is the home page for the school district, with an overview of the community and goals for the public school district.

Milpitas Unified School District Job Openings
Please click on a job title below for detailed information about a specific posting. Online application available.

County Services

Santa Clara County Office of Education
Silicon Valley’s county-wide educational resource and administrative center.

Reading

Silicon Valley Reads
Planning is underway for Silicon Valley Reads 2024. We will be announcing our books and theme in the Fall! Sign up for our mailing list to receive the latest information.

Editorials

Closing the Gap To Build Support for Education
If you could see the lineup of people, resources, and money behind the effort to persuade you that all is well, you would be astonished that any negative or critical coverage appears anywhere, at any time. From the Education Intelligence Agency. [Note: MUSD just hired a PR consultant.]

Endowments

Milpitas Community Educational Endowment
MCEE became a concept in the late spring of 2009, after the latest round of budget cuts to the school district, several parents and community members were discussing what impact those cuts would have on the quality of education.

A Perfect Partnership: School & Program Needs
Schools looking for businesses and non-profits to partner with schools to provide funding or sources for the following school and program needs in Milpitas.

Family and Community Engagement

CASSY – Counseling and Support Services for Youth
At Milpitas schools, we provide the following services:

  • Individual, Group & Family Therapy
  • Crisis Intervention & Treatment
  • Suicide & Depression Awareness Campaigns
  • Staff Support & Training
  • Parent Consultation
  • Community Outreach

Resources for Immigration Support
In these uncertain times for our families who have immigrated to Milpitas, our employees continue to stand UNIFIED in our commitment to work together and show that Milpitas values every single student, regardless of background, experience, and views.

Parent Teacher Associations (PTAs)

The Trojan Parent
We sponsor staff appreciation events, chaperone student activities and ‘lend a helping hand’. The PTSA is proud to sponsor our annual scholarship program which awarded $500 scholarships to graduating seniors based on their school involvement, community service and academic improvement.

Sinnott Parent Teacher Association
We provide a link between staff and parents to support all of our students.

Special Education Parent Teacher Association of Milpitas
Milpitas Unified is a member of the Special Education Local Plan Agency (SELPA). For additional information about SELPA, please check the California Special Education Local Plan Areas website. Announcement of formation of SEPTAM.

Programs

California Consortium for Independent Study
We are a state wide organization interested in the advancement of independent study programs. Milpitas is in Region 5.

MUSD announces plans for Virtual Pathway curriculum in 2021 and beyond
On Tuesday May 4, 2021, Superintendent Cheryl Jordan announced via email the creation of the MUSD EducatEveryWhere v. 4.0 Virtual Learning Pilot program for students who thrive in a virtual learning environment. This program will be implemented alongside normal in-person learning even after the pandemic is over, as an alternative option for some students, according to the email. Students in the program will be supported directly by the district, Jordan said.

MUSD EducatEveryWhere Flexible Learning
This site is designed to provide parents/guardians resources & support to implement EducatEveryWhere Flexible Learning.

FACT SHEET: Biden-⁠Harris Administration Announces Public and Private Sector Actions to Strengthen Teaching Profession and Help Schools Fill Vacancies
Today, August 31, 2022, the Biden-Harris Administration is announcing new efforts to strengthen the teaching profession and support schools in their effort to address teacher shortages as the new school year begins. This announcement includes new commitments from leading job platforms to make it easier for Americans to find opportunities in the education field, and new initiatives from teachers unions and national and state organizations to expand high-quality pathways into the profession for future teachers.

State Educational Organizations & Info

California High School Exit Exam
The California High School Exit Examination (CAHSEE), formerly a graduation requirement for students in California public schools, was suspended effective January 1, 2016.

California PTA
Explore and utilize this Web site to learn about convention, health, parenting, community concerns and educational issues.

California Sixth District PTA
Santa Clara County’s PTA organization which provides leadership and advice, assists in unit or council organization and training, provides resources for Parent Education workshops, offers recommendations regarding legislative and advocacy issues and communicates critical information from the National and California State PTAs.

California’s Standards, Curriculum, and Assessment
Figure out what your child should be learning. Many files in Adobe Acrobat.

California Teachers Association
Here, you can learn about the organization that represents and serves more than 330,000 members – consisting of teachers and other education employees in the state’s more than 1,000 districts.

Uniforms – What to Wear to School

Milpitas schools have requirement to wear uniforms in grades K-8. Check below for details about what your school uniforms should look like.

Many local stores with a children’s clothing section will have uniforms in the late summer, just a school is starting. See list below of acceptable sources.

Uniform requirements for the current school year in Milpitas, CA.

  • Shirts must have a collar, such as a polo shirt, a dress shirt, or a turtle neck style.
  • Sweaters and jackets must be plain without excessive or large lettering on them.
  • In general, shoes, socks and belts must be fairly plain and typically white, brown, black or blue. Shoes must be closed-toed.
  • Check by school name below for color options. Verify through links.
School
Pants, Shorts, Skirt, Skorts or Jumper
Blouses, Shirts, Sweaters, Sweatshirts
Always Solid Colors
Burnett
Navy Blue
White, Hunter Green, or Navy Blue Polo Shirts with collars, Green or Blue sweater or coat
Curtner
Navy Blue, Khaki or White (solid colors only)
White, Navy Blue, Burgundy, or Khaki with collars
Mattos
Navy Blue or Khaki
White or Navy Blue, with collars
Pomeroy
Navy Blue, Burgundy and White
Navy Blue, Burgundy and White
Randall (In Spanish)
Navy Blue or Tan Khaki
Navy, Light Blue, White (solid color only)
Rose
Solid Blue or Black (No Jeans)
Rose School Spirit Shirts, or White, Burgundy, or Red with or without collars
Sinnott
Navy Blue, Tan Khaki, or School Plaid
Navy, White, Burgundy (solid color only). Spirit wear T-shirts OK
Spangler
Khaki, Blue, or Black
Can be cargo or any other style, Jeans on Fridays only.
White, Forest Green, Navy Blue, Baby Blue, or Burgundy
Spangler t-shirts and sweatshirts may be worn daily
Weller
Navy Blue, Black, or Tan Khaki
White, Navy Blue & Burgundy. White button-up shirt or Weller t-shirt.
Zanker
Navy Blue, Tan Khaki
Navy Blue, Burgandy or White. Only Zanker logos permitted.

Middle Schools

Rancho
Blue Jeans, Black
Jeans, Khaki, and Navy Blue.
White or Hunter/Forest Green, Black, or Khaki. Spirit shirts.
Russell
Khaki, Grey, Black, White, or Greens
White, Black, Green, or Gray Polo, turtleneck, collar or collarless shirt, sweatshirts, dress shirts.

The high schools do not require uniforms, but they do have dress codes.

Milpitas High School students must dress appropriately for school. A student’s apparel or lack of apparel should not distract from the educational process. Clothing that depicts violence and/or obscene words/pictures, sexually suggestive statements, or drugs/alcohol are considered inappropriate and will not be allowed at Milpitas High School. Clothing that reveals cleavage, belly, back, or underwear disrupts the educational process. Shoes must be worn at all times. Any student dressed inappropriately will be sent to the office. More on page 19 & 20 of student handbook.

Cal Hills Dress Code
And daily schedule and calendar.

Check with your school office for details.

Where to Purchase Uniforms

Check for Discounts in the Fall!

French Toast
JCPenney
Justice (girls only)
Kohl’s
Lands End
Macy’s
Merry Mart
Old Navy
Sears
Target
Walmart

Milpitas High School (MHS)

Milpitas High School Home Page
1285 Escuela Parkway
Milpitas, CA 95035

408-635-2800


2020 MHS Senior Awards
Jun 5, 2020

Activism


Azen Seagulls Project
New videos every Monday. A non-profit organization that aims to educate about art. The Azen Seagulls strive to share our love for arts and crafts with others. We provide engaging and interactive videos for young kids and teens that will enhance or begin their experience with arts and crafts. Especially with quarantine, we believe it’s the perfect time to explore new things, and we believe that art can take you places!

The EcoWay
Grow. Give. Gratify. Join us to help enhance the environment one step at a time. Sign up now! https://www.instagram.com/team.ecoway/.

Milpitas Interact
An international service organization for youths ages 12-18. It promotes leadership, responsible citizenship, international understanding, and peace. It allows opportunities for having fun while carrying out service projects and learning about the world. Sponsored by local Rotary Club.

Milpitas Xtreme Robotics Making 3D Face Shields
One of the new projects we have undertaken is our effort to 3D print face shield parts in partnership with Maker Nexus to donate to local hospitals, and we have already printed over 50 so far.

Project Maskify
GoFundMe site. We strive to equip our first line of defense against COVID-19, our healthcare workers in the Santa Clara County, with handmade masks.


Read For a Cause aka My roots Are Rich
Facebook link. Our mission is to empower, inspire, and educate people, by reinforcing the rich culture of African Americans and their contributions to America. Instagram, YouTube. Sign up to read. Kids through adults welcome.

Alumni


Milpitas High School Class of 2019 Graduation Slideshow

Alumni
A number of classes from Milpitas High School and Ayer High School have virtual and real reunions. Contact fellow graduates through this Yahoo Group.

Hall of Fame
MHS recognizes alumni and staff who have contributed greatly to the school and the community. Dinner held each November.

Milpitas Alumni Memorial Page
Facebook page to memorialize those from our schools who have passed away.

Athletics


3-STAR National Recruit | Tariq Bracy – RB/DB – Milpitas Trojans
More Milpitas High School Football Videos

Milpitas Trojans Official Athletics Website
Fall, Winter and Spring sports lists for boys and girls.

Milpitas Trojans Athletics on Instagram
Congratulations to everyone for an outstanding performance, effort, and endurance through a challenging school year.

Milpitas High School Athletic Booster Club
Here you’ll find the latest pictures and news about the Booster Club and upcoming events. Visit us regularly to see what we’re up to.

AD Milpitas High School
Find the results of recent athletic events here on Twitter.

Streaming MHS Football Games
Every Trojan home game streamed live here. Subscribe to get unlimited access.

Tweets by AD Milpitas High
Tweets by Athletic Department at Milpitas High.

Calendars and Events

2020-2021 Milpitas High School Calendar
School begins Thursday, August 13, 2020. Last day of school (Finals last day), Thursday, June 3, 2021. Graduation Friday, June 4, 2021, 6:30pm.

Clubs

Milpitas High School Clubs and Organizations
The Governing Board is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, or genetic information; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The Board shall promote programs which ensure that discriminatory practices are eliminated in all district activities. (BP 0410)

Milpitas High School Science Olympiad
Whether you are new or a returner, we would love to have you join and experience many new, memorable opportunities with us. Due to the pandemic, we will have changes to our system in regards to meetings and competition–all of which will be discussed in our introductory meeting.

Milpitas Speech and Debate
The official Facebook page for the Milpitas High School Speech and Debate team. Like and Follow for updates regarding the team and upcoming events.

The Union
The official website of the Mipitas High School Newspaper.

Facebook

Humans of Milpitas High
The story behind the faces of MHS, one person at a time. Run by the students of the Union.

Milpitas High School
Milpitas High School empowers all students to succeed in and contribute to our global community.

Map to Milpitas High School

Music


Milpitas High School Fight Song, March 4, 2021.
Here is our school’s fight song done virtually by members of our band and color guard.

Milpitas Misfits / Hip Hop Club Lunar Show 2018

Milpitas High School Marching Band 2019 Dublin

Milpitas High School Music Department
Schedules, Director and staff, photos, alumni info.

Music Boosters
The Music Boosters is comprised entirely of parent and community volunteers that work to add funding to the programs, and they assist the program in many different volunteer aspects.Parents

MHS Parent, Teacher Student Association
We believe that parental involvement in education is a critical element for success at Milpitas High School. We provide a link between staff and parents to support all of our students.

Parent/Student Handbook
We have high expectations for every student, and provide multiple opportunities and pathways for success. We provide learning opportunities for all, and create nurturing environments where students are inspired and empowered.

A Perfect Partnership: School & Program Needs
Schools looking for businesses and non-profits to partner with schools to provide funding or sources for the following school and program needs in Milpitas.

Order a MHS Transcript
Order your Milpitas High School transcript through Parchment. In one place, request transcripts, store them securely and send official transcripts to any destination worldwide.

More resources for parents

Staff

Staff Resources and Directory
Everything staff needs to use or communicate with one another.

Work Permits

Work Permits for Students
Bring your completed application to Milpitas High School between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. for processing.

Sunnyhills Neighborhood Association Scholarship

Sunnyhills Scholarship

The Sunnyhills Neighborhood Association (SNA) recognizes the importance of higher education to the residents of our community, and the burden of it’s expense, especially for those in financial need. The SNA Scholarship is available to members of the senior class of Milpitas High School (MHS) and Calaveras Hills High School (CHHS) who will attend college following graduation and are from the Sunnyhills area (from the Milpitas/Fremont border to Jacklin Blvd, between Milpitas Blvd. and I-680). Priority will be given to those who can establish financial need and those who have volunteered or performed community service for SNA. The scholarship shall be presented at the Milpitas High School Senior Awards ceremony or the Calaveras Hills High School Awards Night.

Get original copy of application form

Award: 

$500 Scholarship

Deadline:

Applications must be received by email no later than April 15, at 3PM, at info@SunnyhillsNeighborhood.org

Eligibility:

  • Must be a graduating senior at Milpitas High School or Calaveras Hills High School
  • Must plan on attending a 2 or a 4-year college or university in the fall of the year of graduation and taking a “full-time student class load”
  • Must compose a 1,000 word essay or an 8 minute video on the following topic: How has living in Sunnyhills made a difference in who I have become?”

Submission Requirements:

  1. Completed Cover Page
  2. MHS and/or CHHS Unofficial Transcript
  3. Evidence of volunteering or providing community service for the SNA if relevant
  4. Copy of free or reduced lunch documentation if relevant to establishing financial need
  5. 1,000 word computer printed essay or link to 8 minute video on the topic “How has living in Sunnyhills made a difference in who I have become?”

Selection:

The winner will be selected by a panel of Sunnyhills Neighborhood Association members who will choose the most inspiring applicant. The winner will be announced at the winner’s  Awards Night in May. All decisions are final.

Payment:

The check will be issued by SNA upon receipt of the winner’s Fall class schedule as proof of full-time enrollment in a 2 or 4 year college program. The winner’s schedule must be received by SNA by Oct.1, 2021. Please send proof to Sunnyhills Neighborhood Association, 1421 Yellowstone Ave, Milpitas, CA 95035-6913 or info@sunnyhillsneighborhood.org

Application Form

All of the following must be submitted along with this complete application:

  1. A copy of your unofficial high school transcript
  2. A 1,000 word essay or 8 minute video about how living in Sunnyhills made a difference in who you have become.
  3. Evidence of free or reduced lunch status if relevant.
  4. Evidence of volunteer service for SNA if relevant.

A Perfect Partnership: School & Program Needs

Schools looking for businesses and non-profits (CDOs) to partner with schools to provide funding or sources for the following school and program needs in Milpitas.

MUSD & CBOs Sept. 9_2020 School-Program Needs

The school district may edit this table from time to time in their Google Docs. Check here for A Perfect Partnership: MUSD & CBOs Sept. 9, 2020 School/Program Needs.

Milpitas Unified School District Contact & Maps

MUSD

Milpitas Unified School District

MUSD with Contact Info

MUSD
1331 East Calaveras Blvd.
Milpitas, CA 95035
408-635-2600
Superintendent: Cheryl Jordan, x6037

Click on school name to go to its website.
Click on address for map.
Click on principal’s name to bring up an addressed email.
When on cell phone, click on phone number to dial. Area code 408 is already in there.

Get Directions

Child Development Centers

Rose Child Development Center
250A Roswell Drive
635-2686
Coordinator: Gerardo Lopez
Head Teacher: Rita Elmore

Sunnyhills Child Development Center
356 Dixon Road
Site Secretary: Jennifer Bailey

Elementary Schools

#2 Burnett Elementary School
400 Fanyon Street
635-2650
Principal: Hanna Asrat
More Staff Contacts

#3 Curtner Elementary School
275 Redwood Ave
635-2852
Principal Stephanie Park
Staff Directory

Mabel Mattos Elementary
1750 McCandless Dr.
408-635-2695
Principal: Jackie Vo Felbinger

#11 Pomeroy Elementary School
1505 Escuela Parkway
635-2858
Principal: Nichol Klein

#8 Randall Elementary School
Milpitas’ First School with Dual-Immersion Program Primera Escuela de Milpitas con programa de inmersión dual
1300 Edsel
635-2662
Co-Principal: Kristan M. Prolo
Co-Principal: Olivia Contreras

#9 Rose Elementary School
250 Rosewell Drive
635-2668
Principal: Nanci Pass

#4 Sinnott Elementary School
2025 Yellowstone Ave
635-2674
Principal: Laurie Armino

#1 Spangler Elementary School
140 N. Abbott Ave
635-2870
Principal: Luis Lopez

#5 Weller Elementary School
345 Boulder Street
635-2876
Principal: Alicia Padilla

#7 Zanker Elementary School
1585 Fallen Leaf Drive
635-2882
Principal: Shangrila Mia-Ramzan
Front Office Team

Middle Schools

#10 Rancho Milpitas Middle School
Rancho Facebook Page
1915 Yellowstone Ave
635-2656
Principal: Casey McMurray

#11 Thomas Russell Middle School
1500 Escuela Parkway
635-2864
Principal: Sean Anglon

High Schools

Calaveras Hills High School
1331 E. Calaveras Blvd
635-2690
Principal: Carl Stice

#11 Milpitas High School
1285 Escuela Parkway
635-2800
Principal: Francis Rojas

Adult Schools

Adult Education
1331 E. Calaveras Blvd
635-2692
Principal: Giuliana Brahim

See also Adult Education for college level schools and universities.