Schoolwide Course Policy Content
Monte Vista teachers provide students and familes with a Course Policy at the beginning of the year or semester, which outlines the requirements and expectations for their class. This might be presented digitally or on paper, and will require that the student and family/caregiver acknowledge that they received this information by signing and submitting a form, per the teacher's instructions.
Some Course Policy items are specific to a course/subject area/department, and some items are schoolwide practices. Below are the items that are uniform across all classes, schoolwide, using a parallel organizational structure and common language. However, individual teachers may provide ADDITIONAL information in their class-specific Course Policy. It is important that families review each teacher's individual Course Policy (those are NOT posted here) in order to understand all of the requirements and expectations for that Course.
Any questions about a specific teacher's Course Policy should be directed toward that teacher.
SECTION 1: OVERVIEW
SECTION 1: OVERVIEW![]()
SECTION 1: OVERVIEW
GENERAL COURSE INFORMATION
One of our highest priorities is keeping parents and caregivers informed about how their student is doing. If your family is more comfortable communicating with teachers or staff in your home language, feel free to use a program like Google Translate. Please also let us know what your home language is, so we can return your communication.
COMMUNICATION PROTOCOLS
Step 1: Student talks with Teacher
Step 2: Student and Parent/Caregiver talks with Teacher
Step 2: Student and Parent/Caregiver talks with Teacher
Step 3: Student and Parent/Caregiver talks with Counselor
Step 4: Student and Parent/Caregiver talks with Teacher, Counselor and Assistant Principal
Step 5: Student and Parent/Caregiver meets with Teacher, Counselor, Assistant Principal and Principal
Please refer to our Monte Vista Handbook to read more about communication protocols.
Please refer to our Monte Vista Handbook to read more about communication protocols.
MVHS MISSION STATEMENT
Monte Vista believes that providing an excellent education is a shared responsibility involving the entire school community. We provide our students with learning opportunities that help them develop intellectually, emotionally, and physically in order to reach their full potential. Monte Vista provides a safe, equitable environment that fosters resilience and promotes ethical and emotional growth, lifelong learning, and informed citizenship. We provide a comprehensive support system that helps our students thrive.
MVHS STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (SLO’S)
- Critical Thinkers who apply their knowledge, skills and experiences to solve problems and actively seek out and listen to a variety of perspectives to draw informed conclusions.
- Creative Contributors who engage in problem solving, inquiry and innovative solutions to improve societal outcomes, demonstrate originality and imaginative ideas, and generate new and meaningful solutions.
- Intentional Collaborators who demonstrate the ability to work within a group to achieve common goals, integrate diverse perspectives and ideas, and enrich the learning of both self and others.
- Adaptable Learners who demonstrate the ability to adjust to new situations, respond productively to feedback, and to empathize with diverse views.
- Effective Communicators who articulate ideas clearly in a variety of forms and contexts, listen with empathy to decipher meaning and intentions, and demonstrate the ability to give presentations for a range of purposes and audiences.
- Ethical, Respectful, and Responsible Citizens who demonstrate compassion, empathy and respect to others and take responsibility for their actions.
For general information about our school-wide Monte Vista academic guidelines please refer to our Student Handbook
INCLUSIVE CLASSROOM
Monte Vista is a No Place for Hate School. We put an emphasis on creating respectful and empathetic classroom communities so that students from all identities, abilities, and perspectives feel seen and heard. Student safety is critical for effective learning and for feeling connected to school, adults, and peers. Embracing and celebrating diversity of lived experiences in the classroom environment can be viewed as an opportunity to enrich, and as a resource that can benefit everyone.
SECTION 2: COURSE DETAILS
SECTION 2: COURSE DETAILS![]()
SECTION 2: COURSE DETAILS
GRADING
Per District Board Policy (BP 5121): A teacher shall base a student's grades on impartial, consistent observation of the quality of the student's work and his/her mastery of course content and district standards. Students shall have the opportunity to demonstrate this mastery through a variety of methods such as classroom participation, homework, tests, and portfolios.
Per District Board Policy (BP 5121): A teacher shall base a student's grades on impartial, consistent observation of the quality of the student's work and his/her mastery of course content and district standards. Students shall have the opportunity to demonstrate this mastery through a variety of methods such as classroom participation, homework, tests, and portfolios.
Students may drop a course within the first 3 weeks of the semester without the class or grade appearing on the transcript. If a course is dropped after the third week of a semester, the teacher may give an "N" grade or an "F" grade depending on the quality of the student's work to date and provided that proper notice concerning the possibility of failure has been given to the parents/caregivers. Parents/caregivers may request a teacher- conference to discuss the implications of an "F" grade (AR 5121).
CLASSROOM MATERIALS
All students receive a district Chromebook to use for schoolwork. It is required for online standardized state testing, as well as for some CollegeBoard exams (PSAT, AP). If your student needs a Chromebook or technical support please contact SRVUSD Technology services at this website: https://studentithelp.srvusd.net/support/home
All students receive a district Chromebook to use for schoolwork. It is required for online standardized state testing, as well as for some CollegeBoard exams (PSAT, AP). If your student needs a Chromebook or technical support please contact SRVUSD Technology services at this website: https://studentithelp.srvusd.net/support/home
SRVUSD CELL PHONE POLICY
On June 10, 2025, the SRVUSD Governing Board adopted Board Policy 5131.8 and Administrative Regulation 5131.8 regarding Mobile Communication Devices (MCDs), which include, but are not limited to smartphones, smart watches, and wearable communication devices. This authority is granted by California Education Code Sections 48901.5 and 48901.7, as amended by AB 3216.
High school students may use their devices only during non-instructional time (e.g., breaks, lunch, passing periods). During classroom instructional time, MCDs must be turned off and put away, unless a teacher gives permission for academic use.
MCDs may not be used in a way that disrupts learning or violates others’ privacy. If a student uses a device in an unauthorized way, it may be confiscated and disciplinary action may be taken, especially in cases of repeated misuse.
Exceptions may be made for health needs, emergencies, or when required by a student’s IEP or 504 Plan, with appropriate documentation.
The district is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices brought to school.
Please use devices responsibly and follow all school rules to support a safe and focused learning environment.
Students are expected to store their personal devices in the classroom caddy which is located (state where ) away from the door.
HOMEWORK/MAKE UP WORK
This course is aligned with SRVUSD’s homework policy and regulations (BP 6154/AR 6154). Please click here for the complete SRVUSD Policy regarding homework. Please see our Student Handbook for more detailed information:
- Homework as it is connected to Attendance (excused/unexcused absences)
- The purpose of homework and the role of students, parents and teachers in supporting those objectives.
TESTING and ACADEMIC CODE
The Monte Vista Academic Code affirms that we value learning for its own sake and that we therefore demand personal integrity and intellectual honesty in all academic work. Further definitions and violations can be found in the Student Handbook.
STUDENT SUPPORT
Student Support is mandatory instructional time. The SRVUSD Cell Phone Policy applies during Student Support.
SECTION 3: ATTENDANCE AND BEHAVIOR
SECTION 3: ATTENDANCE AND BEHAVIOR![]()
SECTION 3: ATTENDANCE AND BEHAVIOR
ATTENDANCE
Monte Vista High School’s Administration and Faculty emphasize the importance of daily student attendance. Students are expected to attend classes daily and attendance will be taken during each class period. For more information on the MVHS Attendance policies, please see the Student Handbook.
Monte Vista High School’s Administration and Faculty emphasize the importance of daily student attendance. Students are expected to attend classes daily and attendance will be taken during each class period. For more information on the MVHS Attendance policies, please see the Student Handbook.
BEHAVIOR
Please refer to the Student Handbook for school processes.
Should the need for further communication arise, the teacher will communicate with the student about appropriate learning behavior. If the problem persists, the teacher will contact the student’s parent or caregiver. Additionally, administration will be notified regarding egregious behavior and further disciplinary action may be taken. Please keep our Communication Protocol in mind:
Step 1: Student talks with Teacher
Step 2: Student and Parent/Caregiver talks with Teacher
Step 3: Student and Parent/Caregiver talks with Counselor
Step 4: Student and Parent/Caregiver talks with Teacher, Counselor and Assistant Principal
Step 5: Student and Parent/Caregiver meets with Teacher, Counselor, Assistant Principal and Principal
