Principal's Newsletter

Posted Date: 09/14/26 (02:22 PM)

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Hello Bullpup Families,

Our four-day week flew by, so I wanted to be sure to connect with you all today about some important school info, reminders, and upcoming events!

Thank you to all who made it to our Back-to-School night week before last. 🐾 It was so nice to see a jam-packed Auditorium, the campus bustling with families navigating their students schedule, and our teachers in action sharing all the good things to come this year! In case you missed it or were unable to hear from where you were, below is a recap of my welcome presentation that I wanted to share with all. (Video accessible below)

An important reminder as we start this week is to please be sure to check in with your student(s) and the Aeries Portal as our first grading window, Q1 Progress Reports, will be available for your review on Thursday, 9/17.

Additionally, you will find more details and information in this newsletter on how to get involved at MJHS including:

site and district committees
upcoming association meetings
family information & support night
support for classroom and programs
process for volunteers

Finally, as we quickly approach the halfway mark of September, be sure to mark your calendars with all the events ahead!

Take Care,

Ms. Cusack

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School Site Council Members Needed!

We have three family seats open on our School Site Council and one Curriculum Advisory Council (CAC) at the district.

The School Site Council serves as the school community representative body for determining the focus of the school’s academic instructional program and all related resources.

We work to foster a council where the joint effort of families, teachers, school staff, administrators work together for the success of all students. Please note that we meet virtually at 3:15pm five times a year.

This is a two-year commitment and if you are interested in joining, please complete this Google Form no later than Thursday, 9/17.

If you are interested in joining the CAC, please let me know via email asap! The first meeting is this Wednesday, 9/16 at 3:15pm

A digital flyer invites MJHS families to Bullpup 101 on Tuesday, 9/22 at 6 PM via Google Meet.

MUSD Bridge to College Program

The MUSD Bridge to College Program is a TK-12 initiative designed to help our students and families explore higher education options together!

Through this program, students and families will visit four different types of higher education institutions—a Community College, a California State University (CSU), a University of California (UC), and a Private University—to discover the unique opportunities each campus offers. Transportation and meals will be provided for all attendees. See more details shared in the ParentSquare email sent on 9/8/26.

How to Sign Up: If you are interested in joining us, please complete our Bridge to College Interest Form linked here. To be considered for the first trip on October 19, your form must be submitted by September 25, 2026, at 5:00 PM.

See flyer here

An illustrated poster for the MUSD Bridge to College Program, showing students crossing a bridge above a city.

A graphic design poster for the 2026 5K Run for Education event featuring a sneaker print and palm trees.

MRC / MEF Run for Education

Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026

Race Starts: 8:30 am

Location: Main Street Plaza across from the Campbell Theater

Race Registration & Details Below

T-Shirt & Bib Pickup: Saturday, September 26th from 2pm to 5pm at the Refinery Learning Center located at 1633 Pacheco Blvd (same parking lot as the Clubhouse). Race packets can also be picked up the morning of the race at Main Street Plaza in downtown Martinez.

Registration link: https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/Martinez/MRCMEFRunforEducation

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Dates To Note

September 17: Progress Reports available online
September 18: WEB Kickball game (2:45-3:15pm)
September 22: Bullpup 101- Parent/Guardian Info Night
September 24: SSC Meeting
September 25: Make-Up / New student Picture Day
September 27: MEF/MRC Run for Education
October 7: Fundraiser item pick-up
October 9: End of Quarter 1
OCtober 12: Teacher Work Day- No school