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![Back to School Kickoff Expo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745603682/nmusdus/f8gaowzlzyzd0vnakpig/SchoolKickoffExpotile1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745603682/nmusdus/f8gaowzlzyzd0vnakpig/SchoolKickoffExpotile1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1745603682/nmusdus/f8gaowzlzyzd0vnakpig/SchoolKickoffExpotile1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745603682/nmusdus/f8gaowzlzyzd0vnakpig/SchoolKickoffExpotile1.png","width":1080}])
The district invites you to a fun-filled back-to-school event, held in partnership with the Melinda Hoag Smith Center for Healthy Living and IKEA.
![Superintendents Character Trait Award winners 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1744156172/nmusdus/bnymdy2hvnpiqg6iiovf/CharacterTraitwinners1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1744156172/nmusdus/bnymdy2hvnpiqg6iiovf/CharacterTraitwinners1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1744156172/nmusdus/bnymdy2hvnpiqg6iiovf/CharacterTraitwinners1.png","width":800}])
Seven high school seniors chosen by their respective schools were recognized as Superintendent’s Character Trait Award winners at the April 22 Board of Education meeting.
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Every day of learning is valuable, and maintaining regular attendance is critical to children’s social and academic success.
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A seasoned leader with more than 27 years of experience, Kerrie Torres has been promoted to Deputy Superintendent, Secondary Education.
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Five district employees were recognized for exemplifying the characteristics necessary to create positive learning environments that enhance students' educational experiences and successes.
![Lorie Hoggard and Lisa Snowden]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1740415416/nmusdus/zp4zrltqboko2jos0yrl/LorieandLisa.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1740415416/nmusdus/zp4zrltqboko2jos0yrl/LorieandLisa.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1740415416/nmusdus/zp4zrltqboko2jos0yrl/LorieandLisa.png","width":800}])
The Association of California School Administrators Region 17 recognized Dr. Lorie Hoggard and Lisa Snowden for their contributions and dedication to public education.
![NMUSD logo with Inspire Educate Elevate and Parent Education]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724803759/nmusdus/lufjr3mtdtnrrtvzz90k/parenteducationsessions.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724803759/nmusdus/lufjr3mtdtnrrtvzz90k/parenteducationsessions.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1724803759/nmusdus/lufjr3mtdtnrrtvzz90k/parenteducationsessions.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1724803759/nmusdus/lufjr3mtdtnrrtvzz90k/parenteducationsessions.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1724803759/nmusdus/lufjr3mtdtnrrtvzz90k/parenteducationsessions.png","width":1600}])
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Community Advisory Committee presents this in-person and online event with district speech pathologists.
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Monte Vista will offer three fitness workshops in spring: Fitness Fun, Pickleball, and Soccer. Please see your supervising teacher for a permission slip.
Classes will be held in the Monte Vista patio Monday through Friday at 10:30-11:30 am.
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