Finals Week is upon us. Finish strong! Here's our Bell Schedule for Term Finals next week.

THURSDAY 1/23:

Period 1, 8:45 to 10:40

Period 2, 11:10 to 1:05

FRIDAY 1/24:

Period 3, 8:45 to 10:40

Period 4, 11:10 to 1:05

Update on Our Schoolwide Goals

In August, we announced three schoolwide goals for the 2024/25 school year. Here's a snapshot of our progress at the halfway point.

1. Improve Attendance to 95%

• We increased overall attendance for 3/4 months compared to last school year.

• 48% reduction in staff referrals compared to last school year.

• We've initiated and held our first round of study in implementing researched-based instructional practices with a plan to stay the course for the remainder of 2024/25.

ONE MORE TIME...Local Accountability Control Plan (LCAP) Survey

It's time again to resurvey our stakeholders! The LCAP is a three-year plan that outlines how a school district will use its funding to improve student outcomes. This year is the beginning of another cycle and we NEED parent input. Please click LTUSD 2024-2025 LCAP Survey - Parent, Community Member to share your voice! Thank you.

Update: Automated Weekly Progress Reports are Coming

Starting with the SECOND WEEK of the Spring Term, all parents will receive a progress report each week. Here's a sample progress report provided by Aeries.

• Each parent will have their own specific day/time their email and text is sent (this is created at random during the initial set up).
• Parents will then have the option to modify the day and time they are set to receive the emails and texts.
• Parents will also have the option to opt out of the notification entirely.
• Notifications will contain current attendance and gradebook information.

We designed this to make it easier for parents to stay informed about their student's progress. We believe parents will appreciate receiving a simple update directly, eliminating the need to navigate complex platforms like Aeries or Canvas.

Proud to be a VIKE!

JZ

jzunino@ltusd.org

1/20: Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday

1/22: Cafecitos Meeting 9:30am, FRC

1/24: Senior Project Presentations

1/23 & 1/24: First Term Finals- Student minimum days/End of first term

1/27: Boosters Meeting 5:30pm, Library

2/3: PABA Meeting 5:30pm, Library

2/6: Spring Term Welcome (Student minimum day)

2/12: Grad Night Meeting 5:30pm, Library

2/12: A-G Requirements-making a 4-year university an option 6:45-9pm, Boys and Girls Club. A Tahoe Learning Haven Event

2/17-2/21: Presidents Holiday Break

5/2: Tentative School Closure Day

Here are this week's student nominations in recognition of our Viking Graduate Profile (Character, Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Curiosity, Healthy Independence) or other outstanding achievement. Click here for a full description of staff member's recommendations.

Collaboration:

Payton King is nominated by Mr. Sunzeri

Communication:

Tatum Warren is nominated by Ms. Goodwin

Character:

Koral Bannister-Oser is nominated by Ms. Filce

Heathy Independence:

Maite Perez is nominated by Mr. Kauffmann

Independent Study requests must be submitted at least 5 school days in advance. If you have any questions, please reach out to Jen seely: jseely@ltusd.org. Independent Study is NOT available for the following dates:

1/21-1/24

1/27-1/31

6/9-6/13

We are here to support the mental health and wellness of STHS students by offering a variety of services, including crisis support, individual and group therapy, and other therapeutic interventions.

Upcoming Wellness Groups

• After Winter Break: We will launch two new groups—Anxiety and Healthy Relationships.
  

If you're interested in joining any of these groups, please sign up with the Wellness Center staff or speak with your counselor.

Yearbooks can be purchased online at http://sths.myschoolcentral.com/ or in the ASB office and will be delivered to the high school and distributed at the end of the school year.

The price is currently $60 until April 14th.

Do you have any photos you would like considered for the yearbook?

Submit yearbook photos HERE!

Submission deadline March 31, 2025.

STHS Excel-erate Program: A program at South Tahoe High School that empowers first-generation students for college success. Funding helps support college field trips. You can help by becoming a mentor. Click HERE for more information.

STHS Flex - Enhancing Student Learning: Funding new enrichment activities for students, improving engagement. Sign up to receive a teacher’s wish list!

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