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• 12/9 - 12/13: Say Something Week
• Wednesday, 12/11: Governing Board Meeting @ 5pm in the library
• Thurs 12/12 - Sun 12/15: Momma Mia! Play (tickets)
• Monday, 12/16: Band Concert
• Tuesday, 12/17: School Site Council Meeting
• Friday, 12/20: End of Term 1, Minimum Day Schedule (special bell schedule)
• 12/21-1/7: Winter Break - No School
• Wednesday, 1/8: Term 2 Begins

Wellness Center December Newsletter

We are excited to continue to bring information to our students and families regarding mental health and wellness. We hope that in our newsletters we can continue to provide resources, educational materials, and support for both parents/guardians, students, and the Steele Canyon Community. Be sure to reach out if there's ever any information you would like to see more of!

Your school Social workers,

Alexis Ortiz, aortiz@schscougars.org

Brenna Churma, bchurma@schscougars.org

Don't miss the Steele Canyon Players production of MAMMA MIA, December 12, 13, 14 @ 7PM, and December 15 @ 2PM, in our very own Steele Canyon Theatre! Reserve your tickets today: $12 reserved seats online, $15 at the door. Thank you for supporting the arts! We can't wait to see you in our audience!

Join us for an enchanting evening filled with the diverse sounds of instrumental music at our Winter Melodies concert. Featuring performances by talented musicians from our school's music program, this event promises to captivate and inspire. Purchase your tickets for the Winter Concert HERE

Here's what you can expect:

Program Highlights:

Beginning Guitar Ensemble: Our budding guitarists will showcase their skills with a selection of lively tunes that highlight their musical growth and enthusiasm.

String Orchestra: The graceful strings will resonate through the hall with classical and contemporary pieces, demonstrating precision and passion.

Concert Band: Our concert band will present a dynamic repertoire ranging from spirited marches to emotive ballads, showcasing their dedication and musicality.

Percussion Ensemble: Get ready to feel the rhythm with the vibrant beats and intricate rhythms of our percussion ensemble, as they bring energy and excitement to the stage.

Color Guard: Adding visual splendor to the musical tapestry, our color guard will mesmerize with their choreographed routines, perfectly synchronized to the music.

We are excited to announce that the Winter Formal theme is "Floating in the Moment" and will be held on February 1, 2025, at the Bahia Resort from 6 pm to 10 pm. Ticket prices are listed below:

• Dec 9 - Dec 13: $45 w/ an ASB card and $55 w/out

• Dec 14 - Dec 20: $55 w/ an ASB card and $65 w/out

• Dec 21 - Jan 17: $65 w/ an ASB card and $75 w/out

• Jan 18 - Jan 29: $75 w/ an ASB card and $85 w/out

This year, students have the option to purchase tickets either at the Finance Office or online through 5-Star Students. QR codes will be available to scan on posters around the school and a link is available on the ASB website under the Winter Formal tab. (A convenience fee will be added for tickets purchased online). Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferrable. Purchase your tickets early for the best price.

If you want to bring a guest, you must have them fill out a guest pass. Guest Passes are available on the ASB website and at the Finance Office. You must turn in a guest pass in order to purchase a ticket for a guest. Guest tickets must be purchased at the Finance Office.

We are excited to be hosting author Kika Hatzopoulou, who will be joining us at the SCHS Library via Zoom to discuss her debut novel, Threads That Bind.

Discover Kika’s writing process, hear her first hand publishing experience, and have your questions answered directly by Kika!

Whether you're a fan of Threads That Bind or an aspiring writer yourself, this is an event you won’t want to miss!

RSVP now by clicking this link --> https://forms.gle/cCsvFM7Myde5wbwc7 to secure your spot and join the conversation.

Happy Holidays!

As the semester comes to an end and final exams approach, the Girls Soccer program will be hosting a Final Exam Care Package fundraiser! Back by popular demand, parents and guardians can now buy a care package for students filled with treats for only $10. All care packages will be delivered to students during the final week of the semester, on December 17th. Click here to purchase a care package online or check out the flier below for more information.

Thank you for your support!

Here are the sports for next week! Be sure to follow us on Instagram: @sccougarsathletics

Varsity Cheer was recognized at the KUSI PPR Silver Pigskin Gala for being the favorite Cheer Squad this season! They got to attend the event and be thanked for their work as "The Team Behind The Team" for our football team this season, as well as be filmed by a real news crew and their video was shown to the 2,000 plus attendees. Way to go Varsity Cheer!

Ethen Snook was awarded the "Like a Rock" award for being both a Varsity Football Player and also performing in the halftimes in the band! Way to go Ethen!

Congratulations to your girls tennis team for having the highest GPA among all SCHS Fall Sports at an incredible 4.38!!!!

We are heading into our last home games of 2024 this week at 5-2, as we face St. Augustine Saints today, and High Tech High - Chula Vista on Friday. Our boys love seeing familiar faces in the stands so thank you for coming out to support the program!

We have also officially opened our BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM STORE for those who would like to grab some updated gear before the holiday season. It will close 2 weeks from today on December 18th.

There are 2 ways to get your Scratch Shirt:

1) Click here to order your Scratch gear at the SCHS ASB Webstore. The Mascot Team will deliver your order to your student's Block 3 class within 2 days.

2) Send your student to our ASB Student Store for your Scratch gear!

Scratch thanks Al's Sport Shop for providing our Mascot Team with this fantastic fundraising opportunity!

Friendly reminder to drive cautiously as you enter and exit the campus. Campus Supervisors are here to keep the traffic moving - please follow all traffic directions from security personnel. Reminder that we do not provide access for cars at the back of the school during the school day.

Safety Tips from SDSO for those who ride or are considering an e-bike!