
Bronco *GREAT* News c/o 2025
2024-25 12th Grade Edition- Fall Semester 24
Recognizing Bronco Excellence in the 12th Grade!
Second Semester Honor Roll
Congratulations to these students for their academic achievement first semester-
with GPA's of 3.5-3.74, they have earned a spot on the honor roll!
Special Teacher Recognition -Fall Semester 2024
Ali Alhakem
From Ms. Carmon:
Congratulations on passing and earning the Adobe Certified Profession Certification for Adobe Photoshop on your first attempt.
Kaya Andresen
From Ms. Collier:
Kaya has stepped out of her comfort zone several times this last quarter and spoken to large groups of students. I am so proud of her and her willingness to put herself "out there" in large group situations!
Victor Barrera
From Ms. Gopal: Victor
helps peers who are struggling. He is active participant in class discussions and has a positive attitude.
Special Teacher Recognition -Fall Semester 2024
Grayson Boustead
From Katie Wunder:
Grayson is an exceptional Office TA. His maturity combined with positivity is amazing. We can always depend on him to get the job done while at the same time is a joy to be around.
Vanessa Castellon-Gutierrez
From Shelley Carmichael:
I got to know Vanessa during the years she has grown to be Respectful to our staff and very caring. She always greets us with a cheerful- good morning how are you.
Austin Chan
From Mr. Woerner:
Austin did a great job as President Pro Tempore for the White Senate during Mock Congress!
High Honors
Congratulations to these 12th grade students for their outstanding academic achievement
second semester in the fall, they have made it to the high honors list with GPA's of 3.75-3.99.
Special Teacher Recognition -Fall Semester 2024
Brandon Crocker
From Mr. Biundo:
It's been so great having Brandon in film class this year. It's so much fun talking about the films with him and hearing why he likes them. I'm so glad you're enjoying the class, Brandon, and thank you for your engagement and participation!
Matthew Heidt
From Ms. Gopal:
Matthewworks well with his peers and loves supporting his friends in academics when he sees them struggling. This is wonderful to see in the classroom.
Ramon Iniguez
From Shelley Carmichael:
Ramon is such a dedicated worker, he has grown throughout the last 2 1/2 years that I've been working with him. He shows up everyday to work, or lets us know when he will be out. I am very appreciative that he is here to work everyday
Special Teacher Recognition -Fall Semester 2024
Eljay Inocencio
From Frau Nancy:
Eljay is an amazing language learner: he has excelled rapidly and even made the decision, after only 3 years, to take the AP test! And I bet he passes it! He is going on the exchange and I can't wait to see how his German improves while we're there! But even more importantly, he has shown care and compassion beyond his years to me, in what has been a very difficult year. Danke, Eljay: Du bist einfach toll!
Jory Leach
From Ms. Collier:
Jory has been an amazing leader in Yearbook. His kind demeanor and solid work ethic are a wonderful example for all of the yearbook staff!
Dominic Levy
From Ms. Kramer:
The future president of the United States! Dominic is such a leader. He is incredibly respectful, mature beyond his years, and makes the classroom environment safe for all students. He's also a wealth of knowledge on Dyslexia and has taught me so much this semester!
The Principal's List
Congratulations to these students for crushing their fall semester of Senior year, with GPA's of 4.0 and above. They have earned their spot on the Principal's List!
Special Teacher Recognition -Fall Semester 2024
Vincenzo Lopez
From Ms. Kramer:
Vince has matured so much in one year. His work ethic and internal drive to be successful have not gone unseen! I'm so proud of who he's becoming. Plus he always keeps the class and myself laughing!
Matthew Mariano
From Mr. Biundo:
Matthew's a great addition to our film class, and I'm so glad I have him as a student. It's always fun talking about the 49ers (even after a terrible game) or about the films we're watching. Thanks for a great semester!
Joey McCall
From Ms. Gopal:
Joey worked hard in his Financial Algebra class to raise his grade up.. Even though math is a difficult subject for him, he persisted. I want to acknowledge his persistence and hard work. I want to acknowledge his efforts and encourage him to stay focused on the ultimate goal—earning his diploma. Keep up the great work Joey!"
Special Teacher Recognition -Fall Semester 2024
Claire Mohrland
From Mr. Biundo:
Claire always works hard to demonstrate her learning and dedication. I appreciate all of her analysis in film class this year, and her encouragement for others in the class as everyone works to understand the concepts and the films. Thank you Claire!
Samantha Myhr
From Mr. Rosecrans:
Samantha led the way to creating our sports newsletter in the sports leadership class- they are fantastic!
Hana Naulleau
From Ms. Dillon:
Hana is sweet, cooperative, and always willing to help those around her. She is always polite and friendly, and I appreciate her positive attitude, hard work, and friendliness every day.
Northgate Academic Honors
Northgate Academic Honors Students who earn a 3.5 or better each semester are celebrated in a progressive honor system, through their senior year. *Spring semester of senior year is not included due to timing
The tiers are as follows:
1 semester- Certificate of Accomplishment
2 semesters- Certificate of Commendation
3 semesters- Academic Letter- this is a tackle twill letter, similar to a Varsity letter for athletics- students who earn this achievement may select to purchase the letter for $10, and will be awarded a certificate as well.
4 semesters- Certificate of Academic Achievement
5 semesters- Certificate of Academic Excellence
6 Semesters- Certificate of Distinction
7 semesters- Northgate Academic Honors Cord to be worn at Graduation
Certificate of Accomplishment and Commendation
These students have achieved 3.5 GPA or better for one semester.
Certificate of Commendation
These students earned this certificate by achieving a 3.5 GPA for two semesters.
Special Teacher Recognition -Fall Semester 2024
Nicholas Otoshi
From Ms. Gopal:
Nicholas has strong self-advocacy skills and is an active participant in planning for his post-high school life.
Angelica Rapa
From Ms. Gopal:
Angelica has strong self-advocacy skills and developed a strong work ethic. Angelica has identified her interests and working actively towards achieving the goal. Angelica was successful in her job at the local elementary school and her employer felt she was a positive addition there.
And From Mary Tsuboi:She has come out of her shell and is an amazing person and such a loyal friend.
Fran Rinaudo
From Mr. Biundo:
Fran has been a consistent source of humor and good will this semester in film class. Fran told me he has not watched very many movies before this class, so I'm thrilled that he's enjoying the class and learning a lot! Thanks for always making us laugh, and for a great first semester, Fran!
Academic Letter
Students receiving their academic letter may purchase them in the ASB Webstore for $10. These are tackle twill letters that would go on a letterman's jacket or sweater.
Special Teacher Recognition -Fall Semester 2024
Arash Shahriary
From Ms. Carmon:
Congratulations on passing and earning the Adobe Certified Profession Certification for Adobe Photoshop on your first attempt.
Josh Shanker
Josh shows great depth of knowledge and maturity with his analysis of the films we've watched in film this year. I always enjoy hearing his background knowledge on the subject, and I'm glad he's been in class to share this thoughts. Thanks for a great semester, Josh!
Nhan Henry Vo
From Frau Nancy:
Henry has made amazing progress in English last year and this first semester. He works hard, does his work, asks great questions and always has the right answer when I ask him about the material. He is also always smiling and brings a lovely atmosphere to the class. Thank you, Henry! Keep up the good work!
Special Teacher Recognition -Fall Semester 2024
Silence Wilson
From Katie Wunder:
Silence is a calm hardworking presence in our office. She is extremely professional and a joy to work with.
Sarah Zhao
From Ms. Carmon:
Congratulations on passing and earning the Adobe Certified Profession Certification for Adobe Photoshop on your first attempt.
Graduate Honor Cords
Academic Honors
These seniors have a 3.50 GPA or better for all seven semesters of high school leading to graduation, and have earned an honor cord to be worn with their graduation regalia.
Award of Academic Persistence
Students will receive a Certificate of Academic Persistence with GPA Improvements from semester to semester of .5 or better
The Academic Persistence Award
This goes to students who have improved their GPA from Spring 2024 to Dall 2024 by .5 or more, whether they are adding AP and Honors courses to their schedule, raising their game, or absolutely crushing it- these students have all seen a big jump, and that only comes with hard work, and yes- persistence.
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Northgate High School
Email: cooperk@mdusd.org
Website: northgatehighschool.org
Location: 425 Castle Rock Rd, Walnut Creek, CA, USA
Phone: 925 938-0900
Twitter: @northgatehs