Welcome Back Crusaders!
I hope you and your family have had a wonderful start to the school year! As we begin our second year together at Monroe-Woodbury Middle School, I want to thank you for the trust, support, and partnership you continue to show our school community. It has been an honor to serve as your principal, and I am excited to build upon the strong relationships and accomplishments we established together during my first year.
I would also like to extend a warm welcome to the families who are new to Monroe-Woodbury Middle School. Whether you are joining us from one of our district elementary schools or relocating from another community, we are thrilled to welcome you to the Crusader family. Our teachers, staff, students, and PTA are committed to helping every family feel connected, supported, and at home.
At Monroe-Woodbury Middle School, we believe that a strong school community is built on kindness, respect, responsibility, and compassion. Every day, we strive to create an environment where students are challenged academically while also feeling safe, valued, and supported socially and emotionally. We remain committed to helping every student grow, achieve, and reach their full potential.
Arrival & Dismissal Reminders
Thank you for your continued cooperation in making our arrival and dismissal procedures safe and efficient. Your partnership helps ensure a smooth start and end to each school day.
Please remember that first period begins promptly at 8:15 a.m. Students should arrive with enough time to be in their classrooms, prepared and ready to learn when the bell rings.
Upcoming Events
October 1 & 2 – Middle School Picture Day
October 6 – PTA Meeting, 7:00 p.m. (In Person or Virtual)
October 7 & 8 – Grade 6 Field Trips
October 9 – Orange County Early Dismissal Drill
October 12 – Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples' Day (Schools Closed)
October 14 – Board of Education Meeting
October 15 – Middle School Building Leadership Council Meeting
October 15 – End of Hispanic Heritage Month
October 16 - Breast Cancer Awareness
October 19–23 – National School Bus Safety Week
October 23 - Kick-off Red Ribbon Week (October 23-30)
October 23–30 – Red Ribbon Week
October 24 – Think Pink/Breast Cancer Awareness Day
Thank you for your continued partnership in your child's education. The success of our students is strengthened by the collaboration between home and school, and we deeply value the role each family plays in our community. Please continue to stay connected through our newsletters, website, and social media, and never hesitate to reach out to our teachers or staff if we can assist you.
Together, we will continue to make Monroe-Woodbury Middle School a place where every student feels welcomed, challenged, supported, and inspired to succeed.
Thank you for being an important part of our Crusader community. I look forward to another outstanding year together!
Sincerely,
Rafael Vasquez, Jr.
Principal
Monroe-Woodbury Middle School