Tustin High School News
Week of April 8, 2024
CELEBRATIONS
International Assembly
Cultural understanding and celebration have long been a part of Tustin High School's values and tradition. International Week began with Poster the Plaza, where the Plaza was filled with dozens of posters with messages of love, kindness, and social/global issues. On Friday, students and staff were invited to dress in their cultural attire as we participated in the annual International Assembly. Back this year was Mantra, a local Spanish rock band, as well as performances by Drumline, Winterguard, Dance Team and Choir. Recognition of spring athletes was followed by student soloists and duos performing cultural songs and dances. Many thanks to Tustin ASB for coordinating these events and to all the students who performed!
Women In STEM
The THS Femineers Club, led by Mrs. Jennifer Douglas, held their annual Women in STEM event on Monday, April 1. A panel of professional women working in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) careers shared about their journeys and experiences. Students then had opportunity to dialogue with the guest panelists to learn more. This was a wonderful career exploration opportunity for Tillers!
2023-24 Community Honorees
Congratulations to our 2023-24 Community Honorees! Representing Coordinating Council are Mayra Medrano and Brenda Sosa, our PTO Co-Presidents. Our community partners of the year are Jack and Julie Stupin. Each of these individuals has contributed greatly to the success of our school and will be recognized at this Friday's Community Recognition Celebration during the Tustin vs. Foothill Baseball Game at Angel's Stadium. Everyone in the Tiller community is invited to participate! Parking and admission are free. Gates open at 5:30 pm and the game begins at 6:00 pm
VAPA Newsletter - March & April
Great things are happening in our VAPA (Visual and Performing Arts) department! Please CLICK HERE or on the images below to view the March and April newsletters and learn about upcoming events.
Tiller News Today - April 3, 2024
EVENTS & ACTIVITIES - WEEK OF APRIL 8-12, 2024
Monday, 4/8
- TUSD Board Mtg-6:00pm (THS will be recognized as a CA Distinguished School)
Tuesday, 4/9
- Tiller of the Quarter during Lunchtime
- Boys Var Tennis @ Valencia-3:15pm
- Boys Volleyball vs Pacifica-FR/JV 3:15pm, Var 4:30pm
- Softball @ Valencia-3:15pm
- Swim @ Crean Lutheran (THS hosts)-3:15pm
- Var Baseball @ Pacifica-4:30pm
- Var Boy's Golf vs Valencia @ Alta Vista Country Club-4:00pm
Wednesday, 4/10-Late Start Schedule-(See Schedule below)
- Parenting Classes "Cyber Safety" Room 805-9:15am
- Spring Food Fair during Lunch
- Girls Lacrosse vs California HS-4:00pm
- JV Baseball vs Pacifica-3:15pm
- Var Baseball vs Pacifica- 3:15pm
- Var Boy's Golf vs Kennedy @ Tustin Ranch-4:00pm
- Principal's Chat & ELAC Mtg-Room 805-5:30-7:00 pm
Thursday, 4/11 - CAASPP Testing Schedule
- CAASSP Testing
- Band Fundraiser at Miguel's Jr 8:00am-9:00pm (see flyer below)
- Boys Var Tennis vs Crean Lutheran-3:15pm
- Boys Volleyball vs Kennedy-FR/JV 3:15pm, Var 4:30pm
- Softball @ Crean Lutheran-3:15pm
- THS Track meet vs Cypress-3:15pm
- Cap and Gown Distribution during lunch in the Sports Pavilion foyer
- Dance Spring Showcase-Old Gym-7:00pm
- JV Baseball @ Pacifica-3:15pm
- Var Baseball vs Foothill @ Angel Stadium-6:00pm (and Community Partner Recognition)
- Cheer Banquet-Cafeteria 6:00pm
- Drumline Semi-Finals @ Marina HS (THS performs at 11:31am)
- Kennedy JV VB Tournament @ Kennedy HS-8:00am
- Portola Frosh VB Tournament @ Portola-8:00am
- Track @ OC Championships (Mission Viejo HS)-7:45am
- Saturday School--8:00am-12:00pm
- City of Tustin Track Meet-7:00am
LATE START BELL SCHEDULE FOR WEDNESDAY 4/10/2024
CAASPP TESTING SCHEDULE FOR THURSDAY, APRIL 11
CAASPP Testing Information
CAASPP Testing for Juniors will be held on April 11, 16, 18, 23, and 25. Please ensure that your students are on time each day, well rested, and have had breakfast. The test has important ramifications for students and the schedule for testing days is shown above.
To opt out of testing, the following is needed:
1. Parent writes a letter with which includes the date, student's name, SSID number and which tests they would like to be excused from.
- The letter must be signed and a picture of the letter can be scanned and emailed to Mr. Giebe (tgiebe@tustin.k12.ca.us) from an AERIES verified email address.
- The parent can also send an email.
- The parent can deliver a hard copy of the letter to the school
Why are CAASPP Scores Important?
We strongly encourage all juniors to do their best on the CAASPP, as scores can impact both high school and college courses! This is especially true as UC and CSU systems have moved away from use of SAT and ACT scores, and are increasingly using local and state assessment data. Please see below for some of the top reasons why CAASPP test scores are important. If you have additional questions, please talk to your counselor or any administrator.
TUSD Pathways to Success
TUSD middle and high school students, parents and caregivers are invited to the Spring Pathways to Success event on Tuesday, April 9, at THS. Workshop topics range from changes in college admissions to emerging careers! Please click on the fliers below for details. The schedule is as follows:
- 5:00 pm: Doors open and food sales begin
- 5:30 pm: Event begins
- 8:00 pm: Sessions end
Principal's Chat & ELAC Meeting - April 10
All parents and guardians are invited to our last Principal's Chat of the 2023-24 school year this Wednesday, April 10, at 5:30 pm in Room 806. Dr. Bojorquez will be sharing about our recent WASC visit.
The English Learners Advisory Committee (ELAC) meeting will be held immediately after Principal's Chat. We will be sharing about district and school goals, the English Learner program, and celebrating ELD Students of the Month! Phoenix House will be presenting a workshop on Stress Management and there will be an opportunity to tour our brand new Reset Room! Dinner will be provided. Meeting agendas are posted on our Family & Community webpage.
Band Fundraiser at Miguel's Jr- Thursday, April 11
Game of the Week - THS vs FHS on April 12
This week's Game of the Week is Boys Baseball vs Foothill on Friday, April 12 at 6 pm at Angel Stadium.The game is part of TUSD's Community Recognition program. Admission and parking are free! Come out and support your team and clear FIVE DETENTION HOURS! Must check in with an administrator at the game.
Spring Dance Showcase - Friday April 12
Come out for Dance Team's last showcase of the year on Friday, April 12, at 7:00 pm in the Old Gym. Tickets are available from any Dance Team member. Tickets cost $7 presale and $10 at the door.
Dance Team Tryouts
All current and incoming Tillers are encouraged to try out for our amazing, championship-winning Dance Team! NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY. Please see the flier below for details.
THS Mental Health Resource Fair - April 17
Come out to the Plaza on Wednesday, April 17, for our Mental Health Resource Fair! There will be community agencies with information and resources to support positive mental health, including therapy dogs!
City of Tustin's Girls in Government Program
Current junior girls are invited to the City of Tustin's Girls in Government program on June 7 from 8:30 am-4:00 pm at Tustin Marketplace. This is a great opportunity for girls who are interested in working in public service and political office. Topics will include:
- Barriers women face in government, as emergency responders and in leadership roles.
- Career paths and personal development.
- Tips and ways to set yourself apart in the candidate pool.
- Skills hiring managers look for in candidates and examples of their interview successes or blunders.
- Fresh, dynamic, compelling ways to communicate with the public.
- Issues government agencies face when communicating with the public.
Applications are due April 15. Click here to learn more and click here to apply!
Senior Clap Out - May 30, 2024
COUNSELING
STATE PRIORITY DEADLINE EXTENSION FOR 2024-25 FINANCIAL AID APPLICATIONS
The state priority deadline for Cal Grant and Middle Class Scholarship has been extended from April 2, 2024, to May 2, 2024. As a result, students who submit a 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or a 2024-25 California Dream Act Application (CADAA) by May 2, 2024, will be considered on time for Cal Grant and Middle Class Scholarship consideration. CSAC is providing an updated Social Media Toolkit with graphics, captions, and a flier announcing new webinars through the extended May 2 deadline. CSAC is also offering additional Cash for College webinars to support the extension of the deadline. We have included social media tools and a flier on this page. Please use these tools to share the news about the deadline extension and the upcoming webinars.
Free Tutoring on Campus!
Please see below for this week's FREE TUTORING schedule!
Dual Enrollment
Are you interested in earning college credit while still in high school?
Tustin High School has partnered with Irvine Valley College to offer students the opportunity to take college courses, taught by IVC professors, while at Tustin High School. Classes and books are FREE to all THS students! IVC Dual Enrollment classes offered during Fall 2024 are:
- American Sign Language
- Human Development
- Criminal Law
- History of Dance
This is a great way to explore college classes and get a head start on transferable credits. Come to an informational workshop on April 13 from 10:30-12:30 in Room 806 to learn more! See flyer for details.
Irvine Valley College's Preview Night
All high school students and their families are invited for an exciting evening at Irvine Valley College's Preview Night on Wednesday, April 17th, 2024 (4pm-8pm)! Discover why IVC is #1 in transfers to the UC System in Orange County, including UCLA and UCI! Experience the vibrant campus atmosphere as you engage with IVC professors and staff. Explore 60 booths at the outdoor resource fair featuring academic degree programs, student support services, and in-demand career education programs. Our main presentation will cover university transfer admissions agreements and guarantees, distinguished IVC Honors Program information, and an overview of our Irvine Valley Promise Program which provides students with two years of free tuition. The first 1,500 registered attendees will enjoy free delicious burger meals from The Habit Burger and a free t-shirt for students. To register for the event, click here.
More Scholarships! Please come see your counselors!
Tobacco-Use Prevention Education - Winner
Congratulations to the winner of the Tobacco-Use Prevention Education Program poster contest, Alia Hartwig! Her poster design will be displayed in next year's agendas. Alia has won a brand new pair of Air pods for her work. Great job! Click for the Winning Poster!
COMMUNITY EVENTS & INFO
Partial Solar Eclipse on Monday, April 8
On Monday, April 8, there will be a partial solar eclipse in our area, a rare celestial event where the Moon will pass between the Sun and Earth, blocking the face of the Sun and darkening the sky for close to four minutes at its peak. This is an exciting event that also calls for awareness and precautions to ensure student safety.
The eclipse will begin at 10:05AM, with the maximum for our area occurring at 11:12AM, and ending at 12:22PM.
In anticipation of the eclipse, we would like to share a few important safety tips:
🌞 Do not look directly at the eclipse unless you have eclipse glasses that meet ISO 12312-2:2015 standards. Regular sunglasses are not safe to use.
🌒 Use proper solar filters on cameras and binoculars. Avoid using homemade filters or any other substitute for eclipse glasses or handheld solar viewers.
🌘 If you don't have eclipse glasses, consider using indirect viewing methods (such as a pinhole projector) to safely observe the eclipse.
Senior Signs for Sale!
Parents of Seniors! Celebrate your senior with a sign for your home from PTO. They are available for only $15. Place your order by emailing tustinpto@gmail.com or direct message PTO via the THS PTO Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/tustinpto/!
April 10 Parent Workshop
Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend this Wednesday's parenting workshop from 9:30-10:45 am in the Community Center (Room 805). This week's topic is Navigating Conversations with Your Teens about Dating & Relationships. Please click on the images below for more details.
Dental Services on Campus - April 26
In order to support students and their family members with their dental health, a mobile dental clinic from Families Together of OC will be on campus on Friday, April 26 from 7:30am-4:00pm. Services are for adults and children and will include:
- DENTAL SCREENINGS
- problem-focused exams
- simple CLEANINGS
- X-RAYS (limited)
- REFERRALS for extensive work
Event Details:
- Children and youth must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- Walk-ins are welcome, but those with appointments will be prioritized. Sign up here: DENTAL APPOINTMENT REGISTRATION
- Medi-Cal & PPO insurance plans are accepted. Those with no dental insurance can receive visual exams and referrals for follow up work needed.
Saddleback Church Food Pantry-Sat April 27
April Events at the Tustin Family Resource Center
Food Distribution at Boys and Girls Club
TFRC Open House & Family Resource Fair-Wed, April 24
Afghan Support Center
Medi-Cal & Calfresh Enrollment
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