Alta Vista Updates - November 6, 2026
Congratulations to our newest AVHS graduate, Tiblet! We are so proud of you, and have loved having you these past three years.
Principal's Honor Roll (80+ Points)
Laurika K - 98
Daniel P - 96
Deverson S - 86
Honor Roll (70+ Points)
Joseph G - 79
Kimberly P - 78
Coral H - 75
Blake L - 71
Myrto M - 70
Rising Stars (60+ Points)
Safiya W - 65
Fanio M - 61
Aztec Achievement Award - Mauro Rojas
November 2, 2026
In the words of our Alta Vista teachers, Mauro has been awarded the Aztec Achievement Award for the following outstanding values and characteristics:
(Ms. Estrada) When first period can feel lonely with no students, Mauro helps make it feel alive. Mauro has some of the best attendance this year and is on time, ready to roll. Mauro is consistent in his efforts and doesn't give up. When he faces a challenge in the assignment, he seeks support until he understands. He is friendly, respectful and always so responsible with our phone policy. I appreciate his daily commitments to school and his motivation to reach his academic goals.
(Ms. Filbert) Mauro is a friendly student who, though quiet, consistently demonstrates a willingness to participate. He is always willing to read or offer an answer, even if he isn't sure it's correct. He completes all of his work on time, asks for missing work as soon as he returns from an absence, and takes the initiative to ask for extra credit. The effort, consistency, and hard work he brings to the Earth Science class do not go unnoticed.
(Mr. V) Although I do not have Mauro in class, I have known Mauro since summer school 2025. I am proud that Mauro makes the effort to balance his school, work, and personal responsibilities. Mauro's effort this school year is a prime example for anyone, at any age, that all of us can make time for our goals despite the challenges we encounter.
(Mrs. Woolfolk) Mauro, you began the year with a choice. You chose to believe in yourself and your goal to graduate from high school. Every day you work hard counts, and what you are learning now in school will mean so much to your future!
Congratulations, Mauro, and family! We are very proud of your accomplishments at Alta Vista High School!
AVHS MTC Group Mentoring Program had their annual trip to Filloli and had a great time discovering the grounds! Every student received a full year membership that includes admission for themselves and family/friends! Thank you Ms.Mela and MTC for making this possible!
AVHS Leadership and LAHS SCL came together for the collaboration of our Fall Festival! Students decorated fall cookies, planted succulent plants, enjoyed cotton candy and a friendly competitive game of volleyball! Special thanks to Ms.Lewis and Culinary class for baking delicious cookies!
Congratulations to Alex A., our winner of the 49ers vs Raiders football game VIP tickets. Alex’s name was drawn from our student group with excellent attendance in October (90% of periods in school or better)!
Congratulations, AVHS Volleyball Team! You made it to playoffs today, and brought that trophy home! If you're interested in joining our next sports season (soccer), please sign up with the AVHS Office.
College Information “Camp”
Hispanic Scholarship Fund is hosting a FREE College Camp at Santa Clara University on Saturday, November 14, 2026, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
HSF College Camp is a FREE, half-day, college preparation program typically hosted on a college campus, designed to help students (6th – 12th grade), and their parents, prepare, plan, and pay for a college education
Would you like to get CPR certified?
Stanford Medicine will be hosting FREE CPR Training classes on February 7 and May 2. Bring your certificate of completion to Ms Wallace to receive credit for completing the CPR training. View the flyer or Register here
Job Corner: check here for local businesses that are hiring right now
Have you found a job? Come to the AVHS Office to apply for your work permit, and learn about Work Experience elective credit you can earn.
Families and students, MVLA has support resource referrals to share with you in the areas of wellness, food and basic needs, homelessness, legal/immigration, substance use resources and more. Please refer to this updated link: Updated Resource Guide
E-bike Safety Information from MVPD |
Our partners at MVPD have provided us with valuable information on E-bike safety in both English and Spanish. These brochures cover the different types of E-bikes, E-motos and E-scooters. These brochures discuss legal requirements to ride (ie. minimum age, driver license, etc.) and where they can be legally operated. There are also several short Transportation Safety Videos on the Police Department website that cover similar information.
We encourage families to discuss E-bike safety with their students so we can keep MVHS and our surrounding community safe.
Staff Contact Information
Main Office / Attendance: 650-691-2433 or email debi.rudd@mvla.net
History: Gabriela Estrada gabriela.estrada@mvla.net
Science: Brandi Filbert brandi.filbert@mvla.net
Math: Jennifer Lewis jennifer.lewis@mvla.net
PE/Special Education: Samnang Luy samnang.luy@mvla.net
English: Matthew Philips matthew.phillips@mvla.net
Online Learning/ Health: Todd Pearson todd.pearson@mvla.net
PE/Special Education: Lani Stevens lani.stevens@mvla.net
Community Resources Coordinator: Alba Garza alba.garza@mvla.net
College & Career Coordinator: Sarah Wallace sarah.wallace@mvla.net
Principal: Suzanne Woolfolk suzanne.woolfolk@mvla.net