  By Tejus Karadi
Rancho Milpitas MS 7th Grader My Rancho Quiz bowl team comprised of Kashvi Agarwal, Stavya Dangaria, Parth Baheti, and myself attended the NAQT MSNCT (Middle School National Champion Tournament) over the Mother’s Day weekend in Chicago, IL. It was an amazing experience. 160 teams from all across the USA competed at the nationals. This was our first time at MSNCT and before this event, we did not know what to expect. We had studied all year for this and competed in many local and online tournaments. The last three months we played tournaments pretty much every weekend which kept us very busy. But participating in so many events had also given us a feel for how fierce the competition can be. Overall we played very well and placed nationally in the top 20% of the teams with an overall ranking of 33. We were thrilled with the outcome. After the tournament, I felt great about how we did. I had done a lot of learning and significantly increased my knowledge. Playing as a team is a lot of fun. Our coach (my mom), Padma Subbaraya, put a tremendous amount of effort into helping the team get ready. 2024 IAC Nationals I just got back from the 2024 IAC Bees Nationals event in Orlando, Florida. It was a mindblowing and exciting experience. I participated in close to 20 events which included buzzer-based individual bee events, team events, and written exams. The schedule kept me on my toes the entire time. Each day would be filled with various events and exams. My day would start at 8am and end around 9pm with back to back events. I made it to semifinals in Geography bee, History bee, and Academic bee (which is a mix of various subjects including Science, History, Geography, Current Events, Sports, Music, Fine arts, Literature, Mythology, Religion and much more). My Academic Bowl team consisting of Stavya Dangaria, Parth Baheti, and myself placed third in the US. I also won 2nd place in the Asian Geography written exam. In addition, I competed in the IAC Model UN competition where I won the best delegate award. Model United Nations is a popular academic activity that encourages students to learn more about international relations, diplomacy as well as how the UN operates. At the competition, rainforest conservation was my assigned topic and I represented Germany. I had to study rainforest conservation, research Germany’s role in rainforest conservation and help draft a policy resolution. I had to gather support of other delegates and vote to get my resolution passed. For this, I won the best delegate award.  Milpitas High School has been ranked 1,026th in the nation and 136th in California 2024 Best High Schools by U.S. News & World Report. The rankings evaluate nearly 18,000 schools at the national, state and local level.
“MUSD Strategic Goal #1 is to Build a Culture of We, resulting in exceptional learning outcomes for students of diverse backgrounds,” said Superintendent Cheryl Jordan. “We provide our students with experiences that develop not only academic skills for success, but career skills that will set them on a path to leading in and creating the work of the future.” Milpitas HS, which includes 3,026 students in grades 9-12, was also ranked 361st of 2,000 in STEM High Schools. MHS has one of the most ethnically and economically diverse populations in the country at 96.7%, making it a rich environment for learners. “What makes Milpitas High School a top high school in the nation is the collective, positive support from great parents, high school staff members, and generous community partners that creates 3,000 diamonds - our kind, passionate and caring students,” shared Greg Wohlman, Principal and Chief Innovator of Milpitas HS and New Campus Programs. The methodology focuses on six factors: college readiness; reading, math and science proficiency; reading, math and science performance; underserved student performance; college curriculum breadth; and graduation rates. "The 2024 Best High Schools rankings highlight schools across the country where students consistently demonstrate academic excellence,” said LaMont Jones, managing editor of education at U.S. News. “Having access to our data on the high schools can empower families as they navigate today’s educational environment and plan for the future.” With a scorecard of 94.19, Milpitas HS’s statistics included 94% Graduation Rate, 78% Reading Proficiency, 62 % Science Proficiency and 61% Mathematics Proficiency, with 44% of students passing at least one Advanced Placement (AP) Exam and 51% taking at least one AP Exam. MUSD goes beyond AP in its Strategic Goal #3 -- developing pathways for learners to career, as a result, 10% of our high school learners have been dually enrolled in high school and college level courses. Parents and students can see how Milpitas High School compares to other institutions and how the rankings are calculated on USNews.com. # # # About Milpitas Unified School District Milpitas Unified School District is a beacon for learning for more than 10,000 students in early childhood through adult education. We have high expectations for every student and provide multiple opportunities and pathways for success. We provide learning opportunities for all and create nurturing environments where students are inspired and empowered. MUSD is an exceptional district in which students and staff are critical thinkers and trailblazers known for creativity and innovation. We prepare students to go out into the world and make a difference as responsible citizens who are passionate about life and learning. To learn more about Milpitas Unified School District, visit www.musd.org, like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/MilpitasUnified, or follow us on Instagram and Twitter at @MUSDFamily. About U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report is the global leader in quality rankings that empower consumers, business leaders and policy officials to make better, more informed decisions about important issues affecting their lives and communities. A multifaceted digital media company with Education, Health, Money, Travel, Cars, News, Real Estate, Careers and 360 Reviews platforms, U.S. News provides rankings, independent reporting, data journalism, consumer advice and U.S. News Live events. More than 40 million people visit USNews.com each month for research and guidance. Founded in 1933, U.S. News is headquartered in Washington, D.C. Milpitas Unified School District Receives $820k in grants from Golden State Pathways Program6/5/2024
 Milpitas Unified School District (MUSD) was recently awarded $820,000 in grants through the Golden State Pathways Program (GSPP), designed to improve opportunities for students and prepare them for the workforce of tomorrow. MUSD was one of 302 districts awarded grants for exceptional program design.
The MUSD grant will support the Educator/Social Worker, Computer Sciences and Health Sciences Pathway programs at MUSD Middle College High School, as well as the Computer Sciences and Advanced Manufacturing Pathway programs at the Milpitas High School Extension at the MUSD Innovation Campus. “Our MUSD Team persistently applies for grants that will fuel our MUSD mission to assure every learner sees themselves in what they learn and is afforded opportunities to experience learning pathways that will support them in their future careers,” said Superintendent Cheryl Jordan. “We are thrilled with this recent grant award that will support the development of skills identified by the World Economic Forum as the three must haves for success in the workplace -- problem solving, collaboration, and adaptability.” The GSPP program integrates college preparatory coursework meeting the A-G course requirements for admission to state universities and the opportunity to earn 12 college credits with career exploration, career technical education courses, and work-based learning, according to the California Department of Education (CDE). Governor Newsom said in his announcement: “This funding will be a game-changer for thousands of students as the state invests in pathways to good-paying, high-need careers—including those that don’t require college degrees.” The implementation of dual enrollment and learning experiences that engage learners with possibilities for career allows students to advance seamlessly from high school through institutes of higher education to career, and provides the workforce needed for economic growth in Milpitas and throughout Silicon Valley. State Supt. Thurmond in the CDE’s press release on the GSPP stated, “I am very proud of today’s investment. I look forward to seeing our students gain entry to competitive wages and thriving futures.” In the last three months our MUSD Team has secured grants totalling $2.82M to support MUSD Strategic Goal #1 Build a Culture of We and SG#3 Develop Educational Pathways that allow Students to apply their Passion in Learning for their Future Careers. “Our strategic goals were developed after discussions with the experiences our students, parents, caretakers, community members, and local businesses have in Silicon Valley,” said Board President Minh Ngo. “We continue to connect pathways of success for our Future ready students.” # # # About Milpitas Unified School District Milpitas Unified School District is a beacon for learning for more than 10,000 students in early childhood through adult education. We have high expectations for every student and provide multiple opportunities and pathways for success. We provide learning opportunities for all and create nurturing environments where students are inspired and empowered. MUSD is an exceptional district in which students and staff are critical thinkers and trailblazers known for creativity and innovation. We prepare students to go out into the world and make a difference as responsible citizens who are passionate about life and learning. To learn more about Milpitas Unified School District, visit www.musd.org, like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/MilpitasUnified, or follow us on Instagram and Twitter at @MUSDFamily. |
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