Titan Torch

This week we celebrated Kindness Week along with the Valentine's Spirit Week- ASB hosted spirit week and several activities to engage students. We are in the process of recruiting the class of 2029 to join the Dual Enrollment- Associates Degree Pathway Program. We have hosted a few parent meetings and sent inromation to the middle schools to share. On Wednesday morning,18 students were recognized for being nominated for Student Of The Month. Thursday night we recognized students who are on track to or have redesignated this year during the ELAC Meeting. The girls basketball team defeated Oaks Christian in the 1st round of CIF on Thursday and last night defeated Marina High School moving to the quarterfinals on Wednesday. On Friday afternoon our Boys Soccer team beat Linfield Christian 1-0 and in the 2nd round of CIF on Saturday defeated La Puente HS 2-1 to move to the quarterfinals this Wednesday. During Friday's CIF Wrestling match, Ernie came out with a win! Our Pepster Cheer and Song Teams showcased their talents along with other schools in the area on Wednesday night at SFHS and then competed at Nationals in Anaheim on Friday and Sunday. Way to go Titans!

We are excited to welcome Trustee Canchola as well as, Dr. Oviedo to PHS next Friday 2/21. During thier visit they will be meeting with a group of student leaders along with walking campus, offices and classrooms.

Pioneer High School will host a visiting team from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) from February 23-26, 2025. This accreditation visit helps ensure our school maintains high educational standards and continuous improvement.

During their visit, team members will observe classes, review programs, and speak with students, staff, and parents. Your participation may be requested through interviews or meetings.

We look forward to showcasing our Pioneer's achievements and receiving valuable feedback to enhance our educational programs.

Attention Pioneer Families: Top Tier Titans is scheduled for March 5 at 6:00 PM in the large gym. At Top Tier Titans we recognize students who have earned a cumulative 3.9 GPA or higher. Invitations for our recipients will be coming soon.

Attention Grade 11 Parents,

CAASPP testing will begin March 3rd. Students will complete assessments in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science (California Science Test). These standardized tests help measure academic progress and provide valuable data for our school.

To help your student prepare:

• Review practice questions at: https://ca.startingsmarter.org/
• Access training tests at: https://www.caaspp.org/practice-and-training/

As we approach the testing date, more information will be provided.

Earn $19/hour this summer at Rio Hondo Math Academy while helping middle and high school students excel in math! This 5-week program (June 9th - July 17th) offers flexible Monday-Thursday scheduling at various Whittier area high schools.

If you're graduating by Summer 2025 and heading to college this fall, we want your math skills! You'll tutor students in subjects from Algebra I through Pre-Calculus.

• Total hours: 144+
• Schedule: Mon-Thurs (one Friday)
• Pay: $19/hour
• Location: Whittier area high schools

Apply at: https://riohondo.peopleadmin.com (Select "Non-Represented/Other" for Tutor position)

Questions? Call (562) 222-1482

• The ELPAC state exam window is officially OPEN, and our Juniors kicked off testing this week! Let’s cheer them on as they work hard to demonstrate their English proficiency! 💪✨

• On Thursday night, we had the privilege of honoring our newly reclassified students in a heartwarming celebration with their families. Not even the rain could keep them away! ☔❤️ Parents shared their gratitude for the dedication of our staff, and we encouraged our students to keep pushing forward.

• We recognized students who scored a 3 on the ELPAC—they are so close to reaching a 4 and achieving reclassification! 🎯 Additionally, we celebrated Juniors and Seniors who maintained a 3.0+ GPA in the first semester, as well as those in the 2.5–2.9 range who showed growth by earning grades of C or better—an essential step toward reclassification.

• Thank you to all our PHS families for your unwavering support. Your commitment makes a lasting impact on our students' success!

🎉 Great news! 47% of our seniors have completed their financial aid forms! 🎉

Remember, ALL seniors must complete either the FAFSA or CADAA form—this is a school-wide effort!

💡 Need help? Encourage students to:

✅ Attend a Financial Aid Workshop
✅ Speak with their Team Lead
✅ Stop by the Horizons Office for support

Let’s work together to ensure every senior has access to the financial aid they deserve! 💰🎓

On Thursday, February 20th Pioneer High School will have a fire drill. This drill will focus on Fire Safety and Evacuation. During the drill, all staff and students will participate in a complete school-wide evacuation, following our established safety protocols. These regular drills are an essential part of our commitment to maintaining a safe learning environment.

We encourage you to use this opportunity to review your family's home fire safety plan. The American Red Cross provides excellent resources for Home Fire Prevention & Safety, which include guidelines for:

• Creating and practicing a home evacuation plan
• Testing smoke alarms
• Identifying multiple escape routes
• Establishing a family meeting point

You can find these valuable resources on the American Red Cross website. Taking time to review and practice these safety measures at home can help ensure your family is prepared in case of an emergency.

Thank you for your continued support in maintaining a safe school environment.

This year our school will be participating in the Every 15 Minutes program. This powerful two-day program offers our students a real-life look at the tragic consequences of drinking and driving / distracted driving.

Program Overview:

The Every 15 Minutes program dramatically demonstrates the impact of alcohol-related casualties, where historically, someone in the United States died in an alcohol-related traffic collision every fifteen minutes.

Dates:

• March 18th
• March 19th

Key Program Elements: (Juniors and Seniors)

- A staged collision scene with first responder participation (March 18th)

- Selected students becoming the "living dead"

- Retreat for participating students

- School assembly featuring impacted students and emergency responders (March 19th)

- Parent and student reunification ceremony

Students that completed the application will need to attend a meeting on Thursday 12/20 during lunch in C9.

Please come out and cheer on our Titans this week! Titan Athletics Calendar Link

Monday 2/17: No School

Tuesday 2/18: Block periods (0,2,4,6) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Wednesday 2/19: Block periods (0,1,3,5) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Thursday 2/20: Block periods (0,2,4,6) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Friday 2/21:Block periods (0,1,3,5) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Monday 2/24:Block periods (0,1,3,5) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Tuesday 2/25: Block periods (0,2,4,6) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Wednesday 2/26: Minimum Day (1-6) dismissal at 12:45p.m.

Thursday 2/27: Block periods (0,2,4,6) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Friday 2/28: Block periods (0,1,3,5) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Monday 3/3: Block periods (0,1,3,5) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Tuesday 3/4: Block periods (0,2,4,6) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Wednesday 3/5: Block periods (0,1,3,5) dismissal at 3:00p.m. Top Tier Celebration at

Thursday 3/6: Block periods (0,2,4,6) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Friday 3/7: Minimum Day (1-6) dismissal at 12:45p.m.

Please join us for coffee with the principal on Friday 2/28/25! We will be sharing about the upcoming state and AP tests and how to help your student do their best! Acompáñenos para tomar un café con la directora el día viernes 28 de febrero de 2025 a las 8:45 a. m. en el Centro para padres de PHS. Obtenga información sobre los próximos exámenes estatales y AP y cómo ayudar a sus estudiantes a dar lo mejor de sí.

Student Support infographic

Bell Schedules can be found here.

24-25 Bus Schedule/2024-2025 Horario de buses.

2024-25 parent meetings/ Junta de Padres.

Student/Parent Handbook

Attendance

Food & Nutrition Services

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Website: phs.wuhsd.org
Location: 10800 Ben Avon Street, Whittier, CA, USA
Pioneer High School Phone: 562-698-8121

Principal: ext. 5000

Business & Activities: ext. 5010

Curriculum: ext. 5020

Guidance & Counseling: ext. 5030

Attendance: ext. 5040

Horizons Office: ext. 5060

Text-a-Tip: 562.584.7747

PHS Vision & Mission Statements:

Vision: Pioneer High School provides a diverse, inclusive campus where students feel supported and validated. We are committed to developing productive individuals ready to critically engage in the global community.

Mission: Pioneer High School builds meaningful relationships with students in order to provide individualized support and multiple college and career pathways to success to and through graduation.