Supt's Scoop
Volume 3.3 -- October 2024
NEWSWORTHY
A Well Deserved Tribute
The October 4 SJHS homecoming football game included a tribute to former SJHS Athletic Director Jeffrey Snyder who passed away on August 1. His family were honorary captains during the pregame coin toss and were recognized at the end of the first quarter. Coach Snyder, you will be missed.
Scientifically Speaking!
San Jacinto Leadership Academy Science Teacher Herman Hilkey is taking full advantage of a newly remodeled science lab. As he recently commented, โCadets love it when experiments involve fire, explode or make loud noises!โ Observing Module Matter changes, and identifying gases in a spectroscope is fun!! Click HERE to learn more about the improved learning space!
A Legendary Act of Kindness
Check out THIS San Jacinto Sheriff's Station Facebook post giving a student from Megan Cope Elementary a public shout out for showing kindness to Deputy Post. ๐ฎ
The following day, Dr. Pyle and Dr. Price made a surprise visit to the student's classroom to present him with a special "Legendary Act of Kindness" Award. We are so proud of our students and staff that model kindness and respect! ๐ค๐ค๐
SAN JACINTO HIGH SCHOOL CTE SPOTLIGHT SERIES
Part 3 - Sports Medicine
Students learn about injury prevention, emergency care, rehabilitation techniques, and sports nutrition. They acquire skills such as taping,, first aid, CPR and concussion management. Learn more โถ๏ธ https://sjhs.sanjacinto.k12.ca.us/sportsmed
This video series is created and produced by SJHS Tiger Media Network students.
STAFF SHOUT OUTS & KUDOS
KUDOS TO:
ANTHONY COREY FERNANDEZ (Campus Security, San Jacinto High) Mr. Corey Fernandez is always willing to step in and help and consistently goes above and beyond to support the students and staff. He is outgoing, patient, reliable, and always willing to help out. No matter how busy he gets, he always keeps a positive attitude. Thank you for all you do and keeping our school safe. Your hard work does not go unnoticed.
GLORIA SOLORIO-VALENZUELA (Expanded Learning Site Administrator, Edward Hyatt World Language Academy) Ms. Gloria deserves a huge shoutout for her incredible dedication and hard work in transforming the after-school program for the better! Her innovative ideas and relentless effort have not only enhanced our current initiatives but have also paved the way for future growth. Thank you for your unwavering commitment and passion. You are truly making a difference! Thank you for everything!
ALISA GUTHRIE (Office Manager, Park Hill Elementary) When a substitute teacher scheduling problem occurred on a day when I was meeting with teachers at Park Hill, Ms. Guthrie was able to find a solution! Thank you, Alisa, for being a team player and saving the day! I appreciate your willingness to go above and beyond to ensure our coaching cycle was a success.
CARLOS RIVERA (School Services Specialist, San Jacinto High) Carlos has the answer for everything and does his job with a smile. If I'm not sure who to ask, Carlos is my first call. He immediately responds and checks to make sure everything is in order. Carlos manages all of SJHS, but his warmth and caring always make me feel like I'm his priority. He is simply amazing, and SJHS would be a less efficient place without him!
MELISSA GRAVES (Licensed Vocational Nurse, San Jacinto High) Melissa is always going above and beyond to care for our students. She is kind and a woman of integrity. We are grateful to have her in our SJHS Health Office.
VALENTENA DIAB (Special Education Teacher, Record Elementary) I appreciate Ms. Diabโs willingness to share online resources with me during our Magnetic Reading training. I was happy to make her acquaintance and see her at other trainings.
JACINDA COATS (Special Education Teacher, Park Hill Elementary) During a recent visit to Park Hill, Ms. Coats made me feel welcome and told me that my opinion still mattered at Park Hill even though I am no longer on the staff of that campus! Thank you for being so kind! Snort, Snort, Go Bison!
RHYAN NILE (Instructional Aide, San Jacinto Technology Institute) Ms. Nile, who is new to San Jacinto Tech, immediately connected with our students! She is eager to support teachers, learn new tools and strategies, and her enthusiasm is infectious! We're so happy she's a Jackrabbit!
This employee is exceptional!
WHAT'S HAPPENING?
click the following links to learn more
SJHS Community Homecoming Rally
Preschool Hosts Touch A Truck Event
Sirens were blaring, horns were honking, and the flatbed tow truck lift was in constant up and down motion during the annual Touch A Truck event on October 3!
DUCK, COVER, HOLD!
On October 17, at 10:17 am, students practiced earthquake preparedness during The Great CA ShakeOut drill.
Hemet / San Jacinto Students of the Month
College Kick Off
SJLA Pinning Ceremony
Family and friends were welcomed to SJLA on October 18 for the Middle School first quarter โPinning Ceremonyโ allowing family members to affix the earned pin to their cadetโs lanyard.
September 2024 Winners
๐ San Jacinto Elementary - Elementary
๐San Jacinto High - Secondary
๐San Jacinto Leadership Academy - School of Choice
๐Mtn. Heights Academy - Virtual/Online
Congratulations to these schools for having the highest positive attendance rate for the month. Positive attendance recognizes GOOD and IMPROVED attendance and any school that improves their Daily Attendance for the month will have the opportunity to win!
The winning schools receives bragging rights, the coveted attendance trophy
AND a lunchtime BBQ for all students and staff!