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School Year 2026-2027 (published key dates only) runs Sep 3, 2026 – May 31, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
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- 10th Street
- The common shorthand name used by students and the local community to refer to the school.
- 10th Street
- Shorthand for the 10th Street Residential Hall complex.
- 10th Street School Cafeteria
- The primary dining area for students at the Marysville campus, often used for community meetings and fundraisers.
- 10th Streeters
- A colloquial term for students who attend the 10th Street School program.
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- 7th Street
- The main pedestrian thoroughfare that runs through the heart of the campus.
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- A.S.
- Associated Students, the student government body that manages campus programs and the Student Union.
- AS
- Associated Students, the primary student government organization that manages campus fees and programs.
- ASB
- Associated Student Body, the student government organization responsible for campus activities.
B
- Boosters
- The 10th Street Parent Boosters, the primary non-profit organization supporting school programs and events
C
- Choice
- A term referring to the school's status as a 'School of Choice' within the district, requiring a lottery or application process.
- Choice School
- A term used to describe the school's status as an alternative or specialized middle school within the district.
- CVA
- Shorthand for Campus Village Building A, the graduate and faculty housing complex.
- CVB
- Campus Village Building B, a major apartment-style residence hall at SJSU.
- CVC
- Campus Village Building C, also known as 'The Suites,' a residential building for first-year students at SJSU.
D
- Design Thinking
- A core pedagogical term used by students and staff to describe their project-based learning approach.
G
- Ginger Market
- A popular on-campus market offering Asian-inspired cuisine and grocery items.
J
- Joe West
- The common name for the Joe West Hall dormitory, often used without the 'Hall' suffix.
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- Living on 10th
- A phrase used to denote residency in the 10th Street Residential Hall, often associated with having more modern amenities.
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- MOSAIC
- The Cross Cultural Center, which provides support and programming for diverse student populations.
- MSD
- Marysville School District, the governing body for the school
- MTC
- Marysville Tulalip Campus, the shared educational site for 10th Street, Heritage, and Legacy schools
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- NRHH
- National Residence Hall Honorary, a leadership organization for students living in campus housing.
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- PTA
- Parent Teacher Association, the organization for parents and teachers to support school activities.
- PTO
- Parent Teacher Organization, which supports school initiatives and community events.
- PTSA
- Parent Teacher Student Association; the local chapter of the national organization supporting school programs.
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- RHA
- Residence Hall Association, the organization representing students living in on-campus housing.
S
- School of Choice
- A term used to describe the school's status as an innovative, application-based alternative to traditional middle schools.
- Seventh Street Plaza
- A central gathering area often used for tabling, protests, and student events.
- SHoPP
- School Home Partnership Program, a K-8 alternative program associated with the 10th Street School campus.
- Spartan Up
- The official campus catchphrase and hand gesture used to show school spirit.
- SRAC
- Student Recreation and Aquatic Center, the main campus gym and pool facility.
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- The 10th Street Apartments
- A common name for the 10th Street Residential Hall, often used by students to distinguish it from older dorms.
- The 10th Street Market
- The on-site convenience store and quick-service dining location within the 10th Street Residential Hall.
- The 10th Street Way
- A phrase used by students and staff to describe the school's unique culture of leadership and community.
- The Bricks
- A common nickname for the older, traditional brick dormitory buildings on the 10th Street side of campus.
- The Caf
- The school cafeteria or lunchroom where students eat.
- The Cafeteria
- The primary dining area at the 10th Street School campus, often used for community meetings and student lunches.
- The Commons
- The shared cafeteria and gathering space located on the Marysville Middle School campus used by 10th Street School students.
- The CVs
- Shorthand for the Campus Village residential complex, which includes CVB, CVC, and CVA.
- The DC
- The Dining Commons, the primary all-you-care-to-eat dining facility located near the 10th Street dorms.
- The Fountain
- Specifically referring to the Smith-Carlos Sculpture or the nearby water features where students often meet.
- The Lottery
- The random selection process used to determine which students are admitted to the school due to high application volume
- The Market
- Common student shorthand for the 10th Street Market.
- The Other Club
- A popular student-led club that allows members to form their own musical bands and practice together
- The Paseo
- The Paseo de San Carlos, the main pedestrian walkway that runs through the center of campus.
- The SU
- The Student Union, which houses various retail food options and fast-food chains.
- The Suites
- Refers to the Campus Village Suites (CVC), known for their suite-style living arrangements.
- The Tower
- Refers to the iconic Tower Hall, the oldest and most recognizable building on the SJSU campus.
- The Walk
- The commute from the 10th Street housing area to the main academic quad.
- Tower Card
- The official student ID card used for building access, dining, and library services.
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- Village Market
- A convenience store and deli located within the Campus Village complex for quick meals.
Places and practicalities
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- 10th Street
- The common shorthand used by students and staff to refer to the 10th Street School building and its specific academic program
- 10th Street Building
- The main instructional facility on the shared Marysville campus, housing the 10th Street School.
- 10th Street Garage
- One of the primary multi-level parking structures for students and visitors on the east side of campus.
- 10th Street Parking
- Refers to the specific permit-required parking areas adjacent to the 10th Street housing complex.
- 10th Street Residential Hall
- The primary modern housing complex located on 10th Street, often referred to simply as '10th Street'.
- 10th Street School
- The main building for the middle school program (grades 6-8) in Marysville, WA.
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- 10th Street Middle School Cafeteria
- ADM
- The Tower Hall/Administration building, the most iconic and oldest building on the campus.
- ASB Card
- A student identification card that provides access to school events and discounts on activities.
- Band Pathway
- One of the two specialized musical tracks (alongside Choir) that students follow throughout their three years
- BBC
- The Boccardo Business Center, home to the college of business classrooms and offices.
- Choice School
- The school's designation as an alternative 'school of choice' within the district, requiring a separate application
- Choir Pathway
- One of the two specialized musical tracks (alongside Band) that students follow throughout their three years
- Clipper Card
- The transit card integrated with the student ID for use on regional Bay Area transit systems.
- DMH
- Dudley Moorhead Hall, a major academic building housing social science departments.
- Fort Warden
- A triennial school-wide camping trip to Port Townsend focused on marine biology and state history
- Gold Code
- The emergency notification system used to alert students of campus safety issues via text and email.
- Heritage School
- A high school building located on the same campus as the 10th Street School.
- HGH
- Hugh Gillis Hall, the building primarily used for communication studies and theater arts.
- iPad School
- Every student is issued an iPad, which serves as the primary tool for coursework instead of traditional textbooks.
- iPads
- The primary learning device issued to every student, which serves as the central hub for all coursework and textbooks
- Late Night
- Refers to extended dining hours or safe-ride services available after standard operating times.
- Late Start
- A weekly schedule convention where classes begin later on Wednesdays to allow for staff professional development.
- Late Start Wednesday
- A weekly schedule adjustment where school begins later than usual to allow for staff professional development.
- Lottery
- The annual process held in February to determine admission for new students to the school.
- Marysville School District
- The governing body (MSD) that manages the school's transportation and administrative logistics.
- MLK
- The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library, a joint-use facility shared between the university and the city.
- MMS
- Marysville Middle School; the primary campus facility that 10th Street School shares space with.
- MTC
- The Marysville Tulalip Campus, the physical grounds where the school is co-located with other secondary programs
- No Bells
- The school operates without traditional bells to signal class changes, emphasizing student independence.
- ORCA Card
- The regional transit pass used by students for commuting via public bus services.
- School of Choice
- A designation meaning students must apply or opt-in to attend this specific alternative program rather than their neighborhood school.
- Skyward
- The online portal used by students and parents to track grades, attendance, and school communications.
- Spartan Safe
- The mobile app used for requesting safety escorts and reporting campus maintenance or safety concerns.
- SRSC
- The Student Recreation and Event Center, a major fitness and athletics facility on the 10th Street side of campus.
- The 10th Street Desk
- The 24-hour service desk located in the 10th Street Residential Hall for lockouts and maintenance requests.
- The Annex
- A secondary building or set of portable classrooms used for additional instructional space.
- The BBC
- The Boccardo Business Center, which houses classrooms and offices for the College of Business.
- The Commons
- The central shared area used for assemblies, lunches, and large school gatherings.
- The Community Center
- The central hub within the 10th Street complex containing the front desk and mailroom.
- The District
- Refers to the Marysville School District, which oversees the school's operations and transit.
- The Event Center
- The Provident Credit Union Event Center, used for basketball games, concerts, and large events.
- The MLK
- The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library, a joint-use facility shared by the university and the city.
- The Portables
- Temporary or modular classroom buildings located on the school grounds.
- Tower Card
- The official student identification card used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
- TowerID
- The official student identification card used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
- Tulalip
- Refers to the nearby Tulalip Reservation, as the school serves many students from this community.
- VTA
- The Valley Transportation Authority, providing light rail and bus services accessible for free with a student pass.
- VTA SmartPass
- A transit pass provided to students that allows for unlimited rides on the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority buses and light rail.
- YUH
- Yoshihiro Uchida Hall, home to the kinesiology department and various athletic facilities.
Quick answers
Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
- What academic term is relevant now?
- School Year 2026-2027 (published key dates only) runs Sep 3, 2026 – May 31, 2027.
- How much campus context is included?
- 51 approved campus terms and 50 local details are included in full.
- Are all approved campus terms included?
- Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
- Where does this guide come from?
- Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.