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MPUSD Back-to-School Bash | July 27, 2024

Mark your calendars! Kick off the 2024-2025 school year at MPUSD's Annual Back-to-School Bash on Saturday, July 27, 2024, from 10 a.m. - 12 noon at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School of the Arts.

MPUSD Summer Hours

The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District and its schools have modified summer hours. Learn more about each department or school site hours.

July is Disability Pride Month at MPUSD

In July, MPUSD will once again recognize the importance of equal access for all students, including those with disabilities.

Graduation: Classes of 2024

The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District will host graduation for its Classes of 2024 from Central Coast High School, Marina High School, Monterey High School, Seaside High School, and Monterey Adult School on Friday, May 31, 2024.

MPUSD offering Summer Bridge Program for incoming 9th graders

As your current 8th grader (incoming 9th grader) prepares to embark on their high school journey, we invite your child to a transformative opportunity: MPUSD's Summer Bridge Program (at your child's future high school).

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month at MPUSD

During the month of May, the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District is recognizing the importance of National Mental Health Awareness Month.

Spring Break | March 18-29, 2024

MPUSD and its schools will recognize Spring Break March 18 - 29, 2024. Our TK-12 schools will be closed and school will not be in session. We wish everyone a restful Spring Break.

FAFSA Priority Deadline Extended to May 2, 2024

The California Student Aid Commission, together with the Legislature and Governor Newsom, announced that the state financial aid priority deadline has been further extended to May 2, 2024.

Reading is Key: An MPUSD Literacy Initiative

This school year (2023-2024), MPUSD has doubled down on its reading efforts launching a “Reading is Key” literacy initiative focused on helping students achieve fluency in phonics to reach its reading goal.

Enrollment and Confirmation for the 2024-2025 School Year Begins in February

The enrollment and confirmation period for the 2024-2025 school year will begin on February 1, 2024. Enroll new students or confirm current students early for a chance to win an Apple iPad.

Spring 2024 Open Houses

The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District schools will open their doors to the community and host their spring 2024 open houses in April and May.

February is Black History Month at MPUSD

High School Parent/Teacher/Student Conferences

MPUSD's three comprehensive high schools will hold parent/teacher/student conferences February 27-29, 2024. Look for information coming soon from each high school. Students will release at 2:10 p.m.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day | No School

The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District and its schools will be closed on Monday, January 15, 2024, in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Happy Holidays from Superintendent Diffenbaugh

Superintendent PK Diffenbaugh wishes you a happy holiday season.

Winter Break: December 18, 2023 - January 3, 2024

The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District will observe Winter Break Monday, December 18, 2023, through Wednesday, January 3, 2024.

SLIDESHOW: Battle of the Bay 2023-Monterey vs. Seaside

Battle of the Bay is an annual tradition for Monterey and Seaside high school football teams.

Parent Virtual Workshops

MPUSD proudly partners with Effective School solutions to bring three virtual parenting workshops to families. Learn more.

MPUSD Grows its Own in its Teacher Residency Program

The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District is seeking applications for the sixth cohort of its Alder teacher residency program for the 2024-2025 school year.

Join MPUSD for our upcoming District English Language Advisory Committee meetings!

MPUSD and the Educational Services Department are committed to providing English learners with a culturally and linguistically relevant education. We're looking for parents and guardians to become part of our committee to fulfill this mission.