Tustin High School News
Week of October 16, 2023
This Week at THS...
Tillers - One Quarter Down, Three More to Go!
First and foremost, let's give a HUGE round of applause to all of you! We're one quarter into the year, and we are proud of your dedication, hard work, and sheer determination you've shown. As we step into your classrooms, we can see the true spirit of the Tiller TEAM shining bright.
When we asked you to (T) Think Critically, you rose to the occasion. Confronted with challenges, Tillers (E) Effectively Communicated to find solutions. In every class, our amazing teachers have been supporting us in our quest to (A) Advance Literacy. We're also working diligently to improve attendance and punctuality, and Tillers are showing improvement to (M) Manage Time and Resources. Keep up the great work!
Remember, your teachers and staff are here to help you through any rough patches, so please don't hesitate to reach out if you ever need assistance.
As we step into the second quarter, take some time to reflect on your goals. What do you want to achieve in your classes? How can you foster personal growth or make a positive impact in our school community? With determination, the support of your friends and teachers, you can achieve incredible things.
Don't forget to take care of yourselves along the way. A healthy mind and body are the cornerstones of success. Prioritize self-care, get some exercise, and remember that our counselors are here if you ever need someone to talk to.
We are a fantastic Tiller TEAM, and now is the perfect time to strengthen the bonds with your classmates, explore extracurricular activities, and keep building our remarkable school community together.
The second quarter holds countless opportunities for learning, growth, and enjoying the journey. I'm exceptionally proud of each one of you, and I can't wait to see where this school year takes us next.
Go Tillers!
Events & Activities
- Senior 1:1 Meetings
- Flag Football @ Valencia HS(Kramer Middle School) -3:15pm
Tuesday, October 17
- Senior 1:1 Meetings
- Tiller of the Quarter during lunch
- Boys Water Polo @ Schurr-3:30pm
- Girls Tennis @ Kennedy (La Palma) @ 3:15pm
Wednesday, October 18-Late Start Day
- Flag Football vs Crean Lutheran @ 3:15pm
- Senior 1:1 Meetings
- Report Card Night/Hispanic Heritage Kermes-5:00-7:00pm
Thursday, October 19
- Senior 1:1 Meetings
- Great Shakeout
- RACC Mini College Fair during Lunch
- Boys Water Polo @ Pacifica HS -3:15pm
- Girls Tennis vs Valencia @ 3:15pm
Friday, October 20-End of 1st Quarter
- Senior 1:1 Meetings
- Boys Water Polo Ayala Tournament @ Ayala HS
- Varsity Football @ Pacifica (Garden Grove HS) HS-7:00pm
- Tustin Art Walk-Old Town Tustin-11am-5pm
- Saturday School-8:00am-12:00pm
- Marching Band Competition @ Glen A Wilson HS-THS performs @ 1:00pm
- Cross Country @ Riverside invitational-Riverside Golf Club Course
Tiller News Today - October 11, 2023
Late Start Schedule this Wednesday, October 18
Wednesday, October 18, is a LATE START WEDNESDAY. Please follow the schedule below.
Hispanic Heritage Celebration & Report Card Night
REPORT CARD NIGHT INFORMATION:
- Physical copies of First Quarter report cards will be available for parents & guardians to pick up with their photo ID.
- Parents can meet with any teacher from 5:45-7:00 pm to discuss student grades and progress. Teacher locations are as follows:
- English, Math, Science and History/Social Science - Cafeteria
- Visual Arts - Outside of Room 130
- All other departments - Library
- Students will clear one detention hour for each teacher that their parent or guardian visits. Parents & guardians will also receive one ticket per teacher visit for an opportunity drawing.
HISPANIC HERITAGE CELEBRATION INFORMATION
- FOOD will be available for purchase in the Plaza from 5-7 pm from outside food vendors and THS programs and clubs.
- Food tickets are required for purchases from any THS group and may be purchased IN CASH at the event. All proceeds from these sales will benefit THS clubs and programs.
- Cash, credit and other payment options are available through outside food vendors.
- GAMES & ACTIVITIES will be held in the following locations:
- Visual Arts Showcase, chalk mural, clay pinch pots, face painting - Near/In Rm 130
- Lowrider Exhibition - parking lot near Front Office Gates
- Lotería - Rm 121
- Photo Booth - In front of Counseling Office
- Join us for a WELCOME MESSAGE at 5:30 pm and STUDENT PERFORMANCES throughout the night!
- Please see below for the event map or click on image to enlarge.
Hispanic Heritage/Report Card Night English Flyer
Hispanic Heritage/Report Card Night Spanish Flyer
Hispanic Heritage Month Sponsorship Packages
EVENT SPONSOR
Thank you, Cityside Fiber, for being a sponsor for our event!
COUNSELING
Senior Counselor Meetings: Oct 9 – Oct 20
Counselors are meeting individually with Seniors to review graduation status, post-secondary goals and any support they need for this year.
October Parent Workshop - Vaping Prevention
In collaboration with our TUSD high schools, we are hosting another amazing parent workshop! The topic is on Vaping Prevention, and it will be facilitated by Orange County Department of Education. Parents will learn what vaping and marijuana is, how these substances affect the teen brain and body, how to talk to your kids about tobacco, vaping, and marijuana, and tips and resources to help prevent tobacco, vaping, and marijuana use. Join us for this 1-hour workshop on Tuesday, 10/24/23, from 5:30pm-6:30pm (Virtual - Zoom). Parents, click HERE for more information! If you have any questions, you may contact Claire Skomsvold (cskomsvold@tustin.k12.ca.us). Hope to see you there!
TUSD PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS
Join us for a career readiness event hosted by TUSD Educational Services on Wednesday, November 1, from 5:30-8:00 pm. There will be sessions on career trends and pathways, skills for the modern workplace, college admissions and more! See fliers below for details.
October College Rep Visits
STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES
Golden Touch Nominations
STUDENTS! Do you know a deserving adult (ie. Custodian, Instructional Aide, Counselor, Coach, Teacher, Cafeteria Employee, Administrator, Security Guard, etc) on your campus who has the “Golden Touch”? We are asking any high school student to nominate a staff member that has made a positive impact on your life and/or lives of others on campus. Check out the video on our social media! Nominations can be done via the GOLDEN TOUCH nomination form and are due by November 7th, 2023.
The Golden Touch Awards are sponsored by the Tustin Public Schools Foundation and the Tustin Unified School District.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of OC
Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of OC is offering two programs for THS freshmen, sophomores and juniors.
HIGH SCHOOL BIGS - be a big brother or sister to an elementary school student at Beswick this year! This is a great way to give back to your community, plus the experience looks good on your resume or college application! Learn more by watching THIS VIDEO and apply by scanning the QR code in the flyer below.
WORKPLACE MENTORING - Interested in having a mentor of your own and growing in your career journey? Through this program, you will be matched with a working professional to mentor and support you in your educational and career goals. There is a $150 stipend for students who complete 75% of program activities (6 out of 8 sessions)!
Financial Literacy Workshops for Students
Tustin Public Library is hosting a Financial Literacy 101 series (two beginner and two advanced workshops on both Managing Debt & Building Credit and Saving & Investing,) presented by the Financial Planning Association of OC. The workshops will be held at the Tustin branch the next 2 weeks (10/16, 10/18, 10/23, 10/25). See below for the flyer.
Registration is open to 16 year old and up.
ATHLETICS
Monday:
Flag Football at Valencia (Kraemer Middle School) Athletes will miss 5th
Tuesday:
Water Polo at Schurr-Athletes will be dismissed at 12:30pm
Tennis at Kennedy-Athletes will miss 5th
Wednesday:
Flag vs Crean -2pm dismissal
Thursday:
Tennis vs Pacifica-2pm dismissal
Polo at Pacifica Athletes will miss 5th
Frosh Football at Pacifica-Athletes will miss 5th
Friday:
Football at Pacifica-7pm
Boys Water Polo @ Ayala Tournament-5:30 and 7:00 games @ Norco H.S.
Saturday:
Cross Country Meet @ Riverside Invitational-Riverside Golf Club Course
Boys Water Polo @ Ayala Tournament-TBD
FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS
Attendance Office (leave a message anytime day or night) - ext 87175
Counseling Office - ext 87160
College & Career Center - ext 87806
Discipline Office - ext 87155
Community Liaison - ext 87159
Library - ext 87103
Student Store - ext 87104