The 12 th Milpitas High School Hall of Fame dinner will be held on Friday, March 10, 2017 at the
Milpitas Community Center. Nominations are now open for the 2016 -2017 Hall of Fame inductees. 
Feel free to nominate a person who meets the following criteria.
(Nominations will be open until Friday January 6, 2017.)

Alumni (Include supporting evidence where applicable)
❑ Must have attended Milpitas High or Samuel Ayer for a minimum of two years.
❑ Graduated at least 5 years ago.
❑ Had a positive impact on students, faculty, and or community while attending Samuel Ayer or Milpitas
High.
❑ Has been a respected contributor to school and/or community after graduation from Samuel Ayer or
Milpitas High.

Classified Employee/Certificated Employee/Administrator (Include supporting evidence where applicable)
❑ Has at least 10 years of service in the district. (Majority of service at Milpitas High or Samuel Ayer.)
❑ Is retired or no longer full-time employee in the district for at least 1 year.
❑ Was outstanding as a classroom teacher/classified employee/administrator.
❑ Always dedicated to the job, loyal to the school site and district (goes above and beyond).
❑ Acted as a leader and a mentor.
❑ Made significant contributions to school and/or community.
❑ Maintained high standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior.
❑ Has respect of community, colleagues, and students.

Click on the link below to download the form.
​Hall of Fame Nomination Form

You are invited to a Meet and Great on December 10, 2016, 10am - 12pm, at Milpitas High School.

Date: December 7, 2016
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: Board Room 
Address: Santa Clara County Office of Education, 1290 Ridder Park Drive San Jose 

Click on the link below to download the application packet.
​Board Vacancy Application Packet 

Milpitas Unified School District is proud to rally behind the incredibly talented Milpitas High School boys varsity football team! Please join us in giving the players a warm sendoff for the CCS Final against Menlo-Atherton 7 p.m. on Friday, November 25 at Independence High School, located at 1776 Educational Park Drive in San Jose.
 
Some of the players shared their feelings about what the upcoming game means to them:
 
"I am really excited for the opportunity to play in this game. Not everyone gets this chance and it is very special," Stephen Lamb said.
"I am excited to play with my brothers and blessed with the opportunity to earn a championship ring,"
Donoven Moore said.
"I am proud to represent Milpitas High School. It is a great feeling, especially with the opportunity in front of us," Tariq Bracy said.
 
We are proud of what the team has accomplished so far, and can’t wait to join them on Friday! Get your tickets in advance and avoid waiting in line by visiting the website. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for general admission (seniors, ages 60 and up, high schoolers, and children), and $28 for a family pass (two adults and two general admission).   Let’s go Trojans!

It’s the time of year when millions of families are trading swimsuits for snow boots and getting ready for the colder weather. It’s also the time when cold and flu germs are in full force. Prevention is the best medicine when it comes to warding off those nasty cold and flu viruses.

Your neighborhood Stanford Children’s Health pediatricians at Juvvadi Pediatrics and Peninsula Pediatric Medical Group want all families to stay healthy this fall and holiday season. Here are a few good reminders:

Get the Shot!
Yes, most kids (and grown-ups, too) get squirmy about the needle. But a flu vaccination can help you and your family avoid the flu or can make your illness milder if you do get sick. Remember, the Flumist nasal spray was deemed not as effective so it is not available this year. The flu vaccine is usually available starting in September, and flu season runs from October to March. Getting your kids vaccinated sooner is better, so their bodies can build up immunity to the virus.

Rethink cold medicine
Although it’s tempting to medicate your child when he has a fever or cough, it’s best to talk to your pediatrician to determine if medication is necessary. The American Academy of Pediatrics discourages any child under 2 from using over-the-counter cold medication. Also, antibiotics only treat bacterial infections and can have serious side effects if overused. Since most colds and flus are viral, not bacterial, your child may not need medicine. For most colds and flu bugs, the best route is lots of rest and plenty of fluids.

Scrub those hands
It’s so simple and yet hand washing is still one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of germs and infections.  If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

Get Some Zzzzzs
A body’s immune system works best when kids are getting a good night’s rest. Most school-aged children need at least 10-11 hours each night.

Learn more at stanfordchildrens.org.