Girls Inc.
Attention 8th Grade Girls!!! Check out the info for Girls Inc. Sign ups are going on now.
Walter Colton Middle School Home
This is a photo of our Leadership class.
Students and teachers in the Japanese Language room
students in the Japanese Language room
Water Balloon Toss to celebrate finishing the first week of testing!
Water Balloon Toss to celebrate finishing the first week of testing!
WCMS Custodians Ferdie and Benny
Mr. Thomas Back to School Night
Dr. Diffenbaugh and a "Go Colts!" sign
Students doing a blindfolded obstacle course
Mrs. Blomquist face painting at our Tropical Paradise Dance
Tropical Paradise Dance
Jr Wings in Japan!
Special Olympics 2018
Ms. Lucido and her drama class at the Orpheum Theater to see Aladdin
WCMS Jr Police Club
WCMS Volleyball vs. Seaside
Junior Wings 2018 group
Recent News
Trivia Night
Colton families. Its trivia time!!!
Park and Learn Wi-Fi Centers
Here are the locations for MPUSD's Park and Learn sites to assist you with your students distance learning.
UPDATED: Grab & Go Meals
The federal government has updated its regulations, and families are now able to access Grab & Go Meals without having to present student's name or student ID. Students do not have to be present for families to receive meals. Students must be 18 years and under.
Parent Workshops: We're Better Together Wednesdays
MPUSD IS HERE FOR YOU: Parent engagement in their child’s education is critical. MPUSD wants to provide resources to help you navigate Distance Learning. Every Wednesday, we will offer workshops to support our families.
2020-21 Bell Schedule
Walter Colton's 2020-21 Bell Schedule is now available.
Superintendent's Message for the 2020-21 School Year
The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District is pleased to welcome new and returning students, and families to 2020-21 school year. We know this year is certainly unique. We have appreciated your input and patience throughout the summer months as we planned for this school year. As a system we're committed to ensure that we provide the support necessary to overcome any barrier that might get in the way of your child's success.
2020-21 School Year Message from the Superintendent
Take two minutes to hear from Superintendent PK Diffenbaugh about the start up of the 2020-21 school year.
Message from Superintendent PK Diffenbaugh on the 2020-21 School Year
Last night, the Board of Education voted, on my recommendation, that the new school year start in full Distance Learning only. This decision was difficult to make as we know that the best place for students is at school. (Click headline to read more.)
2020-21 School Year Information
As you know, all MPUSD schools will open the 2020-2021 school year in a Distance Learning model.
We are committed to ensuring that students continue to experience the care and commitment of our staff and the routine of daily learning, even in full Distance Learning. (Click headline to read more.)
ARCHIVES: July 15 & 16 Town Halls
Take a minute to hear from Superintendent PK Diffenbaugh about the planning for the start of the 2020-21 school year, as well as sign up for a Town Hall to hear information and next steps.
ARCHIVES: Reopening of Our Schools Community Meetings
The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District initiated an internal Task Force to begin exploring the reopening of our schools in the 2020-21 school year based on the new guidelines released from the California Department of Education and the California Department of Public Health. The guidelines require schools to consider hybrid schedules in order to limit the total number of students on campus at one time and ensure that students are kept at least 6 feet apart where practical.
MPUSD held four community Town Hall meetings to provide information, answer questions and to hear input from families.
Monterey County Herald: Guest Editorial PK Diffenbaugh: State Budget Must Reflect Our Values: Invest in Schools
Educators will be forced to overcome this budget challenge — offering services despite the lack of adequate resources. We shouldn’t have to. It is a reflection of our societal values that we continue to underfund our schools while relying on them to be the primary institution responsible for meeting the needs of our most vulnerable populations. Read more in this weekend's Monterey County Herald (click headline link).
Mental Health Resources
We know this is a difficult time for our entire community. I
will serve you all to the best of my abilities. Please know that I will
get back to you within 24 hours Monday-Friday. If you need to reach
out to support during that time frame, please utilize the crisis lines
available:
Call 1-800-273-8255 or Text: Connect to 74174.
Enrollment for 2020-21 School Year
Enrollment for the 2020-21 school year is underway. Due to COVID-19, we have updated the ways you can register your child in an MPUSD school. This applies to all NEW STUDENTS (attending MPUSD for the very first time or students who were not enrolled with MPUSD in 2019-20). Learn more by clicking the headline link.
Sexual Harassment Policy
SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY (EC §231.5; 5 CCR§4917): Each district is required to have adopted a written policy on sexual harassment, and shall provide a copy of such policy, as it pertains to students, notifying students at the beginning of each semester. Districts are also required to display such policies in a prominent location and include it in orientation for employees and students. Please find the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District's Sexual Harassment Board Policy and Administrative Regulation (BP & AR 5145.7) attached.
Parent Portal and Information about Grades
Click for more information about registering for Parent Portal and understanding your student's grades!