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Important Information About Statewide Student Data Breach

We want to make our MPUSD community aware of a data breach involving Educational Testing Service (ETS), a company that provides statewide student assessment services for the California Department of
Los Arboles Middle School teachers and staff receiving Reading is Key award.

Reading is Key: MPUSD Celebrates Student Literacy Growth and Outstanding Educators

Now in its third year, Reading is Key recognizes outstanding educators, grade-level teams and schools for their contributions to student literacy growth and achievement during the 2025 – 2026 school y
The 2026 YouthTruth Survey will take place September 28 through October 30.

YouthTruth Survey 2026: Your Voice Matters

Each fall, Monterey Peninsula Unified School District participates in the YouthTruth Survey. The 2026 YouthTruth Survey will take place September 28 through October 30.
October 19–23, 2026, is National School Bus Safety Week, an opportunity to remind our entire MPUSD community that keeping students safe on and around school buses is a responsibility we all share.

National School Bus Safety Week: Stop. Watch. Keep Students Safe.

October 19-23, 2026, is National School Bus Safety Week, an opportunity to remind our entire MPUSD community that keeping students safe on and around school buses is a responsibility we all share.
October is National Principals Month, and MPUSD is proud to recognize the principals who lead, inspire and support our school communities every day.

National Principals Month: Celebrating MPUSD’s School Leaders | October

October is National Principals Month, and MPUSD is proud to recognize the principals who lead, inspire and support our school communities every day.
MPUSD high school families are invited to participate in Parent/Teacher Conferences October 27–29, 2026.

High School Parent/Teacher Conferences | October 27–29

MPUSD high school families are invited to participate in Parent/Teacher Conferences October 27 - 29, 2026. Early release days at 2:30 p.m.
November is National Native American Heritage Month, a time to honor the rich histories, diverse cultures, traditions and lasting contributions of Native American and Indigenous peoples.  At MPUSD, we celebrate their heritage and recognize the importance

November is National Native American Heritage Month

At MPUSD, we believe great things happen when families and schools come together.  Whether it's a conversation with a teacher, helping with homework or simply cheering your child on, every little moment of connection makes a difference.  This month, we're

November is Family Engagement Month

Families interested in requesting a high school transfer for the 2027–2028 school year can submit an application during MPUSD's transfer window, November 9 – December 11, 2026.  The transfer window is open to students entering or attending grades 9–

High School Student Transfer Window | November 9 - December 11, 2026

Families interested in requesting a high school transfer for the 2027 – 2028 school year can submit an application during MPUSD's transfer window, November 9 – December 11, 2026.
MPUSD families, mark your calendars! Parent-teacher conferences for elementary, middle and TK–8 schools will take place November 16–20, 2026.  Conferences are a great opportunity for families and teachers to connect, celebrate student progress and wor

Parent - Teacher Conferences | Elementary and TK-8 Schools

MPUSD families, mark your calendars! Parent-teacher conferences for elementary, middle and TK – 8 schools will take place November 16 – 20, 2026.
National School Lunch Week 2026

National School Lunch Week at MPUSD

From October 12-16, 2026, the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District is celebrating National School Lunch Week and the important role school meals play in helping students learn and grow.
Federal Survey Day | October 15, 2026

Federal Survey Day | October 15, 2026

When you think of a school administrator, a principal may be the first person who comes to mind. But across the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District, administrators serve in dozens of roles that touch nearly every part of a student's school experien

Week of the School Administrator | October 12–18, 2026

When you think of a school administrator, a principal may be the first person who comes to mind. But across the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District, administrators serve in dozens of roles.
Join us for MPUSD’s Classified Job Fair on Saturday, October 17, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the MPUSD District Services Center in Del Rey Oaks.

Looking for a Job That Works for Your Family? Join MPUSD!

Join us for MPUSD’s Classified Job Fair on Saturday, October 17, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the MPUSD District Services Center in Del Rey Oaks.
The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Board of Education is heading into the community for its October 13, 2026 meeting.

MPUSD Board of Education Meeting at Monterey High School | October 13

The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Board of Education is heading into the community for its October 13, 2026 meeting.
On October 12, MPUSD recognizes Indigenous Peoples’ Day, honoring the histories, cultures, traditions and enduring contributions of Indigenous peoples.

Indigenous Peoples' Day | October 12, 2026

On October 12, MPUSD recognizes Indigenous Peoples’ Day, honoring the histories, cultures, traditions and enduring contributions of Indigenous peoples.
MPUSD Community,  It’s hard to believe how quickly the first part of the school year has gone by! In just a few short months, we have seen so many examples of powerful teaching and learning, meaningful connections, and students, teachers, and staff brin

Wishing Our MPUSD Community a Wonderful Fall Break

Fall Break | October 5 - 9, 2026
Fall Break | October 5–9, 2026

Fall Break | October 5 - 9, 2026

Today is National Custodian Day!  We’re celebrating the 75 custodians across MPUSD who care for our 20 school sites, Monterey Adult School, District Office and District Services Center (day and night).  Our custodians are true behind-the-scenes heroes.

National Custodian Day | October 2

National Custodian Day is October 2, 2026. In MPUSD, we proudly have 75 custodians serving our community.
Today is International Translation Day!  We celebrate the language professionals who help our students, families and schools stay connected.  Meet Patty Gutierrez from Monterey Adult School, one of our many bilingual team members. Patty also serves as a S

September 30 is International Translation Day

Hispanic Heritage Month September 15 - October 15

Unidos, Somos Más: MPUSD Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month

From September 15 through October 15, 2026, Monterey Peninsula Unified School District proudly joins communities across the nation in celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month, honoring the histor
September is National Literacy Month, a time to celebrate the importance of reading, writing and literacy in helping students learn, grow and thrive.

Celebrating National Literacy Month

September is National Literacy Month, a time to celebrate the importance of reading, writing and literacy in helping students learn, grow and thrive.
September is Attendance Awareness Month, an opportunity to highlight something that makes a meaningful difference in every student’s education: being at school each day and on time.  At Monterey Peninsula Unified School District, we believe each day cou

September is Attendance Awareness Month

September is Attendance Awareness Month, an opportunity to highlight something that makes a meaningful difference in every student’s education: being at school each day and on time.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health or suicide-related crisis, call or text 988 to connect with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health or suicide-related crisis, call or text 988 to connect with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
October is Filipino American History Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the history, culture, experiences and contributions of Filipino Americans across the United States.

MPUSD Celebrates Filipino American History Month

October is Filipino American History Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the history, culture, experiences and contributions of Filipino Americans across the United States.