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Weekly Community Updates - September 29, 2023
Dear Students and Families,
I hope everyone enjoyed Fog Fest last weekend! I enjoyed seeing so many students and families out and about, enjoying the nice weather. I especially loved seeing Oceana Cheer winning the dance category for the Saturday parade. Great job!
As we enter into our second grading period, now is a good time for you to check in with your student about their classes and the supports they may need from teachers and counselors. A great way to get support is signing up for teachers' flex time offering. Students sign up every Friday in Advisory. If you haven't yet, log into ParentVUE and click "Report Card" for students' most recent progress report.
I hope everyone has a nice weekend.
Take care,
Maritza Torres
OHS Apparel
CaliforniaColleges.edu Resource
Students — The College Search Tool on CaliforniaColleges.edu can help you find the college that’s the best fit for your needs. Using the College Search Tool, you can:
- Search a database of all public and private non-profit postsecondary institutions in the country.
- Filter your search results by the type of degree you want to earn, application type, school size, type of environment, average net price, acceptance rate, field of study, major, state, and more.
- “Favorite” colleges you are most interested in and log them in your My College Plan for easy future access.
- Make helpful connections between your desired careers, the right major for those careers, and the postsecondary institution that can help you get there.
Visit the CaliforniaColleges.edu Resource Hub to learn more about the College Search Tool.
Family Communications Survey
PSAT Information - 11th Graders Only
This year our district is offering 11th grade students to take the PSAT/NMSQT assessment at their school, at no cost. The PSAT will be administered at Oceana on October 18, 2023, starting at 8:30 AM.
If you are interested in taking the test, please sign up by completing this PSAT sign-up Google Form. The deadline to sign up for the PSAT is October 6, 2023.
Attached is additional information on the PSAT.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. Nozik: mnozik@jeffersonunion.net
Outdoor Ed Opportunity
Oceana Habitat Protectors
Staff Shout-Out
Academic Council: Weekly Update
Academic Council is the shared leadership body at OHS that is made up of faculty, staff, students, administrators and FAMILY MEMBERS/PARENTS. Academic Council (known as AC) makes decisions related to all-aspects of the school. The most important aspect of AC is that the voices of families are heard & valued at OHS.
Access the meeting summary notes here!
Fog Fest Weekend
Congrats to Oceana Cheer!
They had a fantastic performance in this year's parade and we look forward to seeing more!
JUHSD's Annual High School Fair
Hygiene Drive
College and Career Fair at the Serramonte Mall
This is a great opportunity to talk directly to college representatives, local trade and union representatives and employers.
OHS's BLSU Presents Trunk 'N Treat on October 13th at 4:30 pm
College Application Presentation Support
Thinking of Applying to CSUs?
SFSU staff and college students will be available to support participating students with the CSU application process and ready to answer questions that families may have about the admissions, financing process, and college student life experiences.
University Bound’s program will include opportunities for your students to:
Meet and network with SFSU staff members from different areas of the campus
Learn about requirements for applying to the Cal State University system
Ask specific questions about how to fill out their Cal State applications
Learn about the Education Opportunity Program & Pathways Program
Get an overview of financial aid resources
Parent/ Guardian Workshop about the college admissions process at SFSU (Spanish Language Translation will be available)
2023 CSU College Night
The CSU and our 23 universities are ready to introduce you to the life-changing possibilities we have to offer. Join us this fall for our free CSU College Nights to meet with campus representatives and learn about how to get ready for college. All events are free and open to any high school or community college student, returning student or adult learner. Parents, guardians, family members and educators are encouraged to attend and witness the start of your future with the CSU.
Tuesday, September 26th from 6pm-8pm at the Hyatt Regency SFO in Burlingame. This event is free and a great opportunity for students to learn about admission requirements, the Cal State Apply application, financial aid and other valuable student resources and programs.
Senior Portrait Time/Date in the Mail!
Check your mailboxes, Lifetouch has officially mailed out assignment times for senior portraits!
The first rounds of Senior Portraits will happen on November 6 and November 7. Students will be assigned an appointment between 3:30 pm and 8 pm on one of these days.
Seniors and families will receive an email 14 days before November 6 with their appointment date and time.
Or you can click this link to find your student's appointment time: https://schedule.prestigeportraits.com/schedule/home.html
Registering for Sports
Cross Country & Girls Tennis
Support Girls Soccer
Any support you can offer to the team would be greatly appreciated!
Wellness Contact Information
Questions about school, grades, graduation, college? Our School Counselors, Ms.Owyang and Ms. Holahan can help!
Ms. Holahan: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Grades 9-11, last names A-Li
Ms. Owyang: M-F, Grades 9-11, last names Ll-Z and 12th grade ALL
Click here for the counseling website!
Wellness Counseling Appointment Form
Feeling stressed, anxious, or struggling with other mental health concerns?
Our Wellness Counselor, Jeannette Herbert and Social Worker, Liberty Cajayon are here to help.
To make appointments with our Academic or Wellness Counselors and Social Worker, please use this link for an appointment.
Oceana High School
Website: https://www.juhsd.net/ohs
Location: 401 Paloma Avenue, Pacifica, CA, USA
Phone: 650-550-7300