TVHS Family Newsletter

Dear Golden Bear Families,

As we wrap up the first month of the second semester, I am reminded of how quickly time is flying by! In just the few short weeks since we returned, our students have been actively engaged in learning new concepts in the classroom, showcasing their athletic skills on the courts and fields, and participating in various ASB activities, as well as CTE and VAPA events.

This past week, I had the honor of celebrating our Poet Laureates at the TVUSD Board meeting. In addition, we got to enjoy our students' participation in the Unified Games "Bocce Ball" event at Vista Murrieta. It was such an incredible experience, and a fabulous time was had by all! Events like these are a testament to the dedication and spirit of our students, and I am so proud of their involvement in our school community.

This past Friday, I also had the pleasure of attending our annual Talent Show, and it was truly a highlight of the year. Our students displayed incredible musical and artistic talents, and the energy from the audience—students and families alike—was so positive and supportive. It was a wonderful celebration of creativity!

Looking ahead, we have a lot to look forward to this month, including the Winter Formal, the "Working" drama performances, our CAASPP Kick-Off Rally, and the annual Cubs on Campus event. And don't forget, we have a long weekend coming up soon!

As we move further into February, I want to emphasize the importance of regular attendance and punctuality, including minimizing absences, tardies, late check-ins, and early check-outs. Our classrooms are in full learning mode, and with CAASPP testing beginning in March, consistent classroom engagement is more critical than ever. If your student has appointments or travel plans, please try to schedule them in a way that allows your student to maximize these valuable weeks of learning.

On a different note, we are continuing to have some concerns regarding campus cleanliness, particularly during break and lunch. Our restrooms are not meant for displaying political messages or any inappropriate graffiti. We take great pride in our campus and have invested a lot in making it a welcoming and beautiful space for our students. I ask that you please remind your student about the importance of taking care of their school environment, respecting boundaries, and being responsible citizens.

There is a lot of helpful information in this week's newsletter, so I encourage you to take a look. Thank you for your continued support as we work together to make this a great school year.

Wishing everyone a wonderful Golden Week ahead!

Mrs. Lione

2024-25 Teen Poet Laureate Winners from TVUSD

Teen Poet Laureate | Riverside County Office of Education

Poetry Chapbook

February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate the culture, history, achievements, and contributions of African Americans. The origins of Black History Month began in 1915, half a century after the Thirteenth Amendment abolished slavery in the United States. Historian Carter G. Woodson and Minister Jesse E. Moorland founded what is known today as the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH), which was dedicated to promoting achievements of Black Americans and other people of African descent.

In 1976, President Gerald Ford officially recognized Black History Month, calling upon the public to “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history.”

REMINDER!! - Friday Feb 7, 2025 TVHS will be having a school lock down and earth quake drill during advisement. There will be NO STAFF or STUDENT movement, entry or dismissals during the drill.

Seniors, we are so excited to celebrate with you! Please take a minute to look over the senior privilege checklist to ensure you are on track to participate in your senior activities.

Dear Parents,

This week counselors will begin the course selection process, starting with current 9th grade students, followed by 10th grade, and then 11th grade. We encourage you to take some time to discuss with your child the classes they’re considering for next year. Please also keep an eye out for the course selection form, which your student will bring home. A parent signature is required, so be sure to review and sign it. You can Access 25/26 Course Selection Form Here]. Thank you for your support!

Golden Bears/Families,

Your student may have received a letter at the end of the semester outlining AP Potential based on their performance on the PSAT that was taken in October. As course selection is approaching, we wanted to provide students an opportunity to hear more about the various Advanced Placement (AP) courses that are available to them to take next year. AP Teachers will be offering information sessions during Advisement over the next few weeks where students will be able to attend to hear more information about specific courses and ask any questions. Please complete the Google form indicating which course sessions students would like to attend so that a 5Star pass can be sent. Students - you MUST check in with your Advisement teacher and show them your pass prior to attending.

Please join us this upcoming Saturday, February 8th, for our next Golden Bear Saturday School from 8:00 to 12:00. This is a fantastic opportunity to catch up on missing assignments and study for upcoming tests and quizzes. We will also be hosting a variety of student enrichment opportunities. Here is the link to the Saturday School Dates for the 24/25 school year.

Hello Golden Bear families,

We are excited to announce that TVHS has transitioned to iPads. ONLY the Freshman class is part of the new rollout! There are students from other grade levels that have received iPads if they are in Algebra 1, Biology, or in another class with predominately Freshman students.

To help ensure that your student’s new iPad is protected, we highly recommend purchasing the $20 device insurance (the insurance is optional). Device insurance will be available for purchase from January 27, 2025 - February 7, 2025 If you have already purchased device insurance this school year, the insurance will transfer to the new iPad.

Device Insurance Coverage Includes:

• Validity: The insurance covers only one incident per academic year (Aug-June) for example: a cracked screen, port damage, or water damage.

• Replacement: A replacement iPad will be issued for a stolen device with proof of a police report. The insurance does not cover a stolen device without a police report.

• Exclusions: The insurance does not cover lost devices, keyboard cases, stylus, charging block or cable.

If you would like to purchase device insurance online: TVHS iPad Insurance Purchase you can go to the TVHS web store on our website and search for “device insurance”.

• iPad - Gen 10: replacement cost $382.00

• Keyboard case: replacement cost $100.00

• Logitech stylus: replacement cost $50.00

• Apple charger: replacement cost $20.00 (block) & $10.00 (cable)

Please reach out to our library staff if you have any questions 951-695-7300 ext. 25018

Thank you!

Library Staff

A heartfelt thank you to our Unified Sports staff and students, as well as Vista Murrieta, for hosting the Southwestern League Bocce Ball event. It was a beautiful day, and everyone had a great time competing and supporting each other.

This week, we have a full slate of exciting games and matches! On Monday, the Boys’ Soccer team takes on Great Oak, and on Wednesday, the Girls’ Soccer team will face Murrieta Valley—both teams are in the hunt for CIF bids! Your support means the world to them, so come on out and cheer on your Bears!

In basketball, the Girls' and Boys' teams will go head-to-head with Great Oak and Murrieta Valley on Tuesday and Wednesday. Both teams are in contention for CIF, and the Boys are also competing for a league title! Tuesday’s game will be the Silent Seven—a fantastic spirit game where we get to see the top teams in the Southwestern League compete. We hope to see you there!

Baseball’s goodwill tour continued this week as they hosted another group from Tokyo, Japan. It was yet another wonderful opportunity to connect with a different culture while enjoying some great baseball. We’re grateful for our partnership with GXA and The California School of English, which has made these experiences possible

A big shoutout to our TVHS Boys’ Wrestling team for earning their 37th consecutive league championship and securing a Division 1 CIF berth. The team beat Servite over the past weekend 48-23, but fell short to Mayfair in the 2nd round. Their journey is far from over as they look forward to county league and CIF competitions in the next upcoming weeks.

Also, congratulations to our Girls’ Water Polo team for earning a CIF bid with their opening-round match away against Crean Lutheran on Tuesday, February 4th at 6:00 PM.

We hope to see you out there cheering on our Golden Bear Athletic Teams This Week—GO BEARS!

Girls Lacrosse is having a shoe drive fundraiser until March 13th. Jade West will drop of Shoe bags and a flyer to the teachers who would like to help out with the fundraising effort, and will pick them up collecting bags once they are full. If you are interested in having your class participate, please fill out the attached Google Form.

Join PTSA & Support Our School!

It’s just $12 to join and tax-deductible! By becoming a PTSA member, you’re supporting vital programs and events at our school. Plus, if a student plans to apply for Dollars for Scholars, they must be a PTSA member. It’s never too late to join!

Let’s show our dedication to our volunteers and students by getting involved. Click here to sign up:
https://jointotem.com/ca/temecula/temecula-valley-high

• 2/3-2/7 Pet Supplies Drive
• 2/6 ELAC - Academic Accomplishment Award 5:30
• 2/6-2/8 Working A Musical
• 2/14 Valentine's Day - No School
• 2/17 President's Day - No school
• 2/20 Cubs on Campus (students only) 9:45-11:45am
• 2/20 Cubs on Campus (families) 6 - 7:30pm
• 2/22 TVHS Formal Dance 9th & 10th graders - 7pm
• 4/11 2025 Empty Bowls Event
• 4/17 TVUSD Film Festival

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Peer tutoring is a great opportunity to help raise grades and improve learning skills. Everyday during ADVISEMENT students can scan click HERE and come get help in any subject needed at the Library. We have a variety of friendly tutors who are knowledgeable on every subject to help you learn in a way that’s best for you and it's completely FREE.

We would like to remind you that period truancies and tardies will adversely affect senior participation in activities. Please arrive to school on time and get to classes on time throughout the school day. We love our seniors and we want to see you participate in all of the amazing activities planned for your senior year.

Vision and Mission

We prepare our Golden Bears to thrive within and contribute to our community and our world.

We do this by engaging and investing all students in challenging learning while supporting their needs.

Email: dlione@tvusd.us
Website: tvhs.tvusd.k12.ca.us
Location: 31555 Rancho Vista Road, Temecula, CA, USA
Phone: 951-695-7300