WAAG

We are sending out a Week at a Glance (WAAG) as a means to inform students and parents of the upcoming important events and announcements for the week. For general information, please visit our website by clicking the button below.

Greetings Aztecs,

Thank you to Mrs. Link, Mrs. Ruiz, Senior Class Officers, and our ASB for putting on a prom that lit up the city! We are so proud of our students for being respectful to each other, responsible in taking care of the venue, and resilient in dealing with the rain. You are an amazing group and we are proud of you.

CAASPP testing is behind us and now we begin AP exams. This part of the year can be stressful if you don’t seek support when needed. Check out our Counselors section of the WAAG and the Counseling website for resources to keep you healthy and well.

Another busy week on the Mesa and you are going to be prepared for it because….you are reading the WAAG!

Mission on the Mesa!

The student handbook is an important document providing guidelines and information about Montgomery High. Please take a moment to review together as a family. This information will also be reviewed the first few weeks of school.

We’re always looking for ways to improve our school and better serve our students and families. Your input is incredibly valuable to us!

Please take a few minutes to complete a short survey to share your thoughts and suggestions. Your feedback will help guide our efforts to make Montgomery High the best it can be. Survey will be open from May 2nd- 9th, 2025

LINK

Thank you for being a vital part of our school community!

You may also take the survey on paper in the main office.

Warm regards,
Montgomery High School

Spanish:

Estimadas familias de la Preparatoria Montgomery:

Siempre buscamos maneras de mejorar nuestra escuela y servir mejor a nuestros estudiantes y familias. ¡Sus comentarios son sumamente valiosos para nosotros!

Por favor, dediquen unos minutos a completar una breve encuesta para compartir sus opiniones y sugerencias. Sus comentarios nos ayudarán a guiar nuestros esfuerzos para que la Preparatoria Montgomery sea la mejor opción posible. La encuesta estará abierta del 2 al 9 de mayo de 2025.

LINK

¡Gracias por ser una parte vital de nuestra comunidad escolar!

También pueden completar la encuesta impresa en la oficina principal.

Atentamente,

Preparatoria Montgomery

Monday, May 5 - 9am Track and Field Metro Varsity Preliminary, 11:30am - AP Bio Test, 3:30pm Varsity Softball vs Southwest at home

Tuesday, May 6 - Day of the Teacher, 7:30am AP Chemistry & AP Human Geography, 9am Track and Field Metro Varsity Preliminary, 11:15am AP US Government, 3:30pm Varsity Softball at Southwest with JV at home, 6pm Varisty Volleyball CIF Game vs The Cambridge School at Horizon Prep

Wednesday, May 7 - School Nurse's Day, College Gear Day, 7:30am AP English Literature, 9am Track and Field Metro Varsity Preliminary, 11:30am AP Computer Science, 3:30pm Varsity Baseball vs San Ysidro at home with JV away, Swim & Dive CIF Playoffs at Granite Hills

Thursday, May 8 - 7:30am AP Statistics, 7:30am Track and Field Metro Varsity Finals, 11:30am AP World History, 3:30pm Varsity Softball vs Castle Park at home with JV away, Swim & Dive CIF Playoffs at Granite Hills

Friday, May 9 - Early Release, 7:30am AP US History, 3:30pm Varsity Baseball at San Ysidro with JV at home, Swim & Dive CIF Playoffs at Granite Hills, Swim & Dive CIF Playoffs at Granite Hills

Saturday, May 10 - 8am LAST Saturday School, 8am Credit Recovery, 8:30am Novice Softball vs Mar Vista at home, Swim & Dive CIF Playoffs at Granite Hills

Monday, May 12 - 7:30am AP Calculus AB and BC, 3:30pm Varsity Baseball at Bonita Vista with JV at home

Tuesday, May 13 - Blood Drive, 3:30pm Senior Night Varsity Softball vs San Ysdiro at home with JV away

Wednesday, May 14 - 7:30am AP English Language and AP Physics, 3:30pm Varsity Baseball vs Eastlake at home with

Thursday, May 15 - 7:30am AP Spanish Language, 11:30am AP Computer Science, 3:30pm JV Baseball vs San Ysidro at home

Friday, May 16 - Early Release, 7:30am AP Physics, 3:30pm Senior Night - Varsity Baseball vs San Ysidro at home

Saturday, May 17 - 9:30am Track & Field CIF Finals, 5pm Ballet Folklorico Event

College Support Every Week

Monday - Southwestn College Outreach in the Counseling Center

Tuesday - WAHUPA Talent Search

Wednesday - SDSU Talent Search

Thursday - WAHUPA and SDSU Talent Search

Friday - WAHUPA Talent Search

ATTENTION - New Issue, Volume 2

Please take a moment to read La Voz Azteca. This is our school's Spanish Language Newsletter. Ms. Browett and the students have worked hard to complete the first issue of the year.

Link to La Voz Azteca -

https://indd.adobe.com/view/fd329e17-eb06-4623-9ab6-8cd3d25100a5

5Star

5Star Points will not roll over to the next year. Make sure you redeem your points, before the end of the school year. Below is a list of how to earn 5Star Points this week. For spirit points, see an administrator, campus assistants, Ms. Betanco, Ms. Cat, Ms. Kosa, Ms. Link, or Mr. Titmas to scan for points. Also, click on the rewards button so see how you can spend your 5Star Points.

1) Monday - 5 points - WAAG Survey sent via Jupiter

2) Tuesday - 5 points - see Mr. Ortega and review your strengths with him

3) Wednesday - 5 points - College Gear Day

4) Thursday - 5 points, silly school survey sent via Jupiter

5) Friday - 5 points - Aztec Spirit Gear

6) Everyday - 5 points - before and after school Magic Center

7) Everyday - 1 point - before and after school After School Program

8) Home Games - 10 points, refer to schedule above for games. Open up your 5Star and check-in through the app.

9) Away Games - 20 points, refer to schedule above for games. Open up your 5Star and check-in through the app.

10) Scroll down to the "From the Library" Section to read about how to earn points by completing a book review (5 to 15 points), monthly library quest (25 , and monthly strength quest.

Monty's Market

Monty's Market is oepn Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at lunch. It is also open Friday after school for one hour. Students may also earn community service by volunteering at Monty's Market. Complete this Google Form to sign up (must be signed in to your student account to gain access to the Google Form). You will wait for a text from Ms. Ruiz for confirmation when you work.

Spirit Points

Seniors win the Rivalry Spirit Week! We have one more spirit week at the end of May. Below are the new standings:

Seniors - 250 points

Juniors - 175 points

Freshmen - 150 points

Sophomores - 125 points

Staff - 50 points

Pictures

School Pictures are done for the year. You can still order pictures by printing the Picture Day Order Form and brining it to the ASB.

Non-Privilege List

At MOH, we implement a non-privilege list. The list is created and updated regularly based on the following:

• Discipline: Any students suspended from school will be added to the list and may roll over to the next grading period for excessive referrals to the Assistant Principal.
• Attendance: 3 full day unexcused absences/18 single period unexcused absences or 12 unexcused tardies.

Click on the link to access the list:
docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1v46TN4iNSEfQIYnATVHMFMJ9AYOQVyo8a8jx7j9Vaio/edit?usp=sharing

Students on the list are not able to attend or buy tickets to extra curricular activities outside of the school days such as dances or athletic events.

How to Clear Your Name from the List:
For Attendance: Attend Saturday School!
Discipline: Maintain behavior reflecting our Aztec values. Students will be re-evaluated at the end of each grading period. Referrals to the Assistant Principal will impact removal from the non-privilege list. We strongly encourage you to attend Saturday School!

Contact Information for Assistant Principals

Eddie Ortega

• Manuel.Ortega@sweetwaterschools.org

Mabelle Glithero

• Mabelle.Glithero@sweetwaterschools.org

Teresa Walkup

• Teresa.Walkup@sweetwaterschools.org

Valerie Ruiz: ASB & Athletics

• Valerie.Ruiz@sweetwaterschools.org

Resources

Semester 1 Expectation Presentation

This section is dedicated to the Class of 2025. This will help you during your senior year.

Graduation Date and Time

Aztecs will graduate on June 4th at 3:30 at Al Prazak Stadium at Montgomery High School. Each student will be allowed six guest. Please plan accordingly. More info to follow.

Universal Studios Grad Bash

All books and laptop must be turned in to the library before bording the bus to Universal Studios. Please take note and ensure everything is turned in to the libary.

Library Message

Seniors! You are responsible for paying off fines for library, textbooks, and technology before you graduate. Do NOT wait until the end of May to make sure you are cleared from the library. Some of you owe things from middle school. You can return items to the MOH library even if it belongs to MOM or another school in our district. We can clear it off your record and return the items to the school it belongs to. If you owe money due to lost or damaged items, we can set up a payment plan for you so you can make monthly payments between now and May instead of trying to pay it all at once at the end of the year. Our library tech, Mr. Hernandez, sends out monthly notices on Jupiter if you owe something. Don't ignore those messages. Come see Ms. Siglin or Mr. Hernandez in the library if you have any questions or if you want to check and see if you owe anything. They are here to help you!

Non-Privilege List

ASB is selling Prom tickets. Make sure you stay off the non-privilege list. If you need extra support, please see Ms. Ruiz. Be reminded that the non-privilege list rolls over into the second semester. Take time to clear your tardies and absences.

Scholarship Bulletin

Click this link to read the Scholarship Bulletin. There is a section just for seniors so you can earn money for college.

Yearbook

There are only 123 yearbooks left. Before the yearbook sells out, please make sure to purchase one in the ASB for $75.

Important Dates

May 10 - Last Saturday School

May 14 - May 30 - textbook return. Seniors will return textbooks as they finish using them in class. They will return textbooks with their class. All textbooks must be returned to the library by May 30 at 12pm.

May 16 - cap & gown distribution at lunch in the cafeteria area

May 21 - 6pm, Senior Awards Night

May 23 - Senior Assembly & 6pm Senior Sunset

May 27 - 28 - Senior Finals

May 28 - laptop return from 8:30am to 5pm

May 29 - laptop return all school day. If you are going to Grad Bash, must return textbooks and laptop before boarding the bus.

May 30 - Seniors last day of school. Seniors grades are due by 9am. Laptop return all school day. This is also Senior Clearance day where the counselors, library, and ASB will clear students virtually.

May 29 - Grad Bash at Universal Studios, report time 10am in the original gym (new report time). All books and laptop must be turned into the library BEFORE checking in to Grad Bash.

June 2 - 9am to 10:30am - Graduation Rehearsal in the stadium

June 4 - 3:30pm, Graduation in the Stadium (six guest limit)

June 5 - 1:30pm to 3:30pm, diploma pickup at the lower fields

Resources

1) Senior Class Presentation from January 2025

2) Aztec Expectations from August 2, 2024

3) Senior Contract - received August 2 and due September 20

4) Review Mrs. Ruiz's presentation from May 2024

5) Prom Permission Slip

6) Senior Parent Meeting April 9, 2025

7) Recording of Senior Parent Meeting (52 minutes) April 9, 2025

Click the link to order your leis & flowers for graduation. Monies will go to support the Junior Class.

Link

https://www.thecommencementgroup.com/montgomery-hs-sd/

AD Update 05/05

Congratulations to our Boys golf team. They dominated Metro South Bay Finals with Ivann Castro taking first place. 3 golfers made first team, and the other 3 made second team. Great job guys. Next up will be CIF playoffs. They will open up match play vs. Maranatha Christian and Mission Hills HS on Tuesday, March 13th at 3:00pm at Vista Valley Country Club. Good luck boys.

Additional congrats to our Boys Volleyball team for finishing the season strong and qualifying for the CIF Division 3 playoffs. They will take on the The Cambridge School this Tuesday, May 6th at Horizon Prep. Game starts at 6:00pm.

Our Baseball and Softball teams are rounding out their final 2-weeks of the regular season. Baseball will be at home this Wednesday vs. San Ysidro and Softball will this Monday and Thursday vs. Southwest and Castle Park respectively. We’d love to see the stands packed with supporters as they vie for playoff position.

Boys and Girls track will be participating in Metro Finals this week with the opportunity to qualify for CIF. Best of luck to all of our runners.

Athletes of the Week

For our final weekly student-athlete recognition of the year, we highlight Montgomery High Schools HSSA Student-Athletes of the Year. These 2 Seniors have had tremendous academic and athletic careers here at Montgomery High School. They perfectly exemplified what being a student-athlete is all about by representing our school with Respect, Responsibility and Resilience.

Male Student-Athlete of the Year

JJ Sanchez- Boys Basketball @mohaztecbasketball619

JJ is considered the most recognized athlete to finish at Montgomery High School and quite possibly in our Conference history based on High School Career. The accolades are almost too much to list finishing his Senior Year being named the CIF Player of the Year for Boys Basketball.

Individual:
4x 1st Team All-Mesa League
3x Metro-Mesa League POY
2023 All-CIF 2nd Team
2024 All-CIF 1st Team
2025 CIF San Diego POY
2025 Sports Illustrated 2nd Team All-SoCal California
2025 MaxPreps All-State (CA- 4th team..Top 20 in the State)
4x SD UT Athlete of the Week
2x SD UT Athlete of the Month

Team:
3x Metro-Mesa League Champion
(2023, 2024, 2025)
3x CIF Open Division Finalist
3x CIF State Qualifier
2025 CIF Open Division Champion

Academic:
4.09 GPA
7x Principal Honor Roll
2025 Mission Fed MOH Student-Athlete of the Year
2025 HSSA MOH Student- Athlete of the year

JJ is currently undecided on where he will play college basketball currently holding offers from Point Loma Nazerene and Cal State San Marcos. We know wherever he decides to go, they will be getting a top-tier Student and Athlete. Congratulations JJ! You make us all proud to be an Aztec!!

Female Student-Athlete of the Year

Cary Brown- Girls Basketball/Girls Volleyball @ladyaztecbasketball @mohvolleyball

Cary finished her HS academic career with a 4.2 GPA. Her individual recognitions include being 4-time All-League player, 2023 South Bay League Player of the Year, and a 4-year team captain on the Varsity team. Team wise, she started on the first ever CIF Championship team here at Montgomery High School. She and her teammates followed that up the next season by winning the title again. That year they won the SoCal Regional Championship and went to Sacramento to represent our school in the CIF State Division 5 Championship game. Following the game, Cary was gifted the California State Sportsmanship award. Cary was also a part of 3 South Bay League Championship teams during her time here at Montgomery HIgh School. Cary will continue playing basketball at the next level as she has committed to play at California Lutheran University. Congratulations Cary! You make us all proud to be an Aztec!!

Resource - How to Get Cleared for Sports

Your student will need a physical dated after 12/1/2023 and proof of insurance. Both of these will need to be uploaded to complete the registration process.

A copy of the physical form has been attached to this message along with directions on how to complete the Home Campus registration process. Link to district physical form.

Please Click Here to register your Athlete: www.homecampus.com/login

**If you are registering as a manager, you do not need a physical - however you will need to upload a blank document to complete the registration process.

If you have any questions, please contact our Athletic Director, Coach Martin.

Hope you had an amazing Spring Break and are feeling recharged—because April is packed with awesome opportunities! Below is the S.T.A.Y. calendar, so be sure to check it out and mark your faves.

🚗 Drivers Ed is revving back up next week! This will be the final session of the school year, so if you're ready to hit the road (or at least learn how), now’s your chance! You’ll need to be at least 15.5 years old or getting close to sign up in the Game Room this week.

Link to April Calendar

What an amazing time at the Montgomery Spring Arts Festival! We had incredible performances from our Mariachi, Band, Drumline, Jazz, Folklorico, International Dance, PAC/Ugnayan, and Orchestra. With multiple artworks on display throughout the evening. Special thanks to all our student artists & performers - you made it a truly special experience!

It’s not too late to sign up for an Arts class for next year. Talk to your counselor to see about getting into the VAPA/CTE class of your choice - there’s something for everyone at MOH.

Interested in theater? Be on the lookout for details about our District’s Summer Theater Institute. Opportunities to act, sing, dance, run tech audio & lighting, design costumes, play instruments, and more.

Upcoming Performances:

May 9 - Band to perform at Montgomery Middle

May 17 - Colores Del Folklor @MOH - 5-7pm

May 20 - District Orchestra Spring Concert @ELH - 7pm

May 22 - Mariachi Concert @MOH

June 9-13 - Summer Arts Camp @SYH

Montgomery High is a Title I School. Title I is a federal program that provides extra funding to eligible schools to improve the academic achievement of students. All programs funded with Title I dollars must be used to enhance the school programs of the school. In order for schools to qualify for Title I, 35% or more of the students must be considered socioeconomically disadvantaged. The goals of a Title I Program include the following: increase student academic achievement, provide direct instructional support to students, develop professional development for teachers and to promote parent engagement and education. All Title I programs must be included in the school’s Site Plan for Student Achievement. This plan is developed and monitored by the School Site Council and English Language Advisory Committee. Please contact the Parent Center staff if you have any questions related to Title I.

Parent Center Staff

Carolina Betanco- Parent Center Resource Teacher

Email: Carolina.Betanco@sweetwtaerschools.org

Minerva Weinberger- Community Relations Facilitator

Email: Minerva.Weinberger@sweetwaterschools.org

Melissa Sanchez- Student Program Facilitator

Email: Melissa.Sanchez@sweetwaterschools.org

Hello Aztecs Families.

We are looking for parents who are interested in becoming part of our school committees. Please click on the link below to see the 3 different committees we offer at MOH. If interested please fill out the form: https://forms.gle/n6TjXU3gpweAzXw67 .

Hola Familias Aztecas.

Estamos buscando padres que estén interesados ​​en formar parte de nuestros comités escolares. A continuación se encuentran los 3 comités diferentes que ofrecemos en MOH. Si está interesado por favor rellene el siguiente formulario. https://forms.gle/n6TjXU3gpweAzXw67

Take a moment to read the April Library Newsletter. Click the link or picture below:

https://secure.smore.com/n/3x74c-moh-library-newsletter

Nondiscrimination Statement: The Sweetwater Union High School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person’s actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer, Dr. Vernon Moore at 1130 Fifth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91911, (619) 691-5564, vernon.moore@sweetwaterschools.org; Title IX Coordinator, Robert Hughes at 670 L Street, Suite G, Chula Vista, CA 91911, (619) 600-4900, compliance@sweetwaterschools.org; and Section 504 Coordinator Sonia Picos at 1130 Fifth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91911, (619) 691-5564, sonia.picos@sweetwaterschools.org.

Declaración de no discriminación: El distrito Sweetwater Union High School District prohíbe la discriminación, la intimidación, el acoso (que incluye el acoso sexual), o la intimidación escolar (bullying) en función percibida o real de edad, ascendencia, color, discapacidad, género, identidad de género, expresión de género, estado migratorio, nacionalidad, raza, u origen étnico, religión, sexo, orientación sexual, de la persona; o por asociación con una persona o un grupo con una o más de dichas características percibidas o reales. En caso de preguntas o quejas, favor de comunicarse con el Dr. Vernon Moore, Oficial de Cumplimiento de Equidad en el 1130 Fifth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91911, teléfono (619) 691-5564, vernon.moore@sweetwaterschools.org; o con Robert Hughes, Coordinador del Título IX en el 670 L Street, Suite G, Chula Vista, CA 91911, teléfono (619) 600-4900, compliance@sweetwaterschools.org; y con Sonia Picos, Coordinadora del Artículo 504 en el 1130 Fifth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91911, teléfono (619) 691-5564, sonia.picos@sweetwaterschools.org

Email: valerie.ruiz@sweetwaterschools.org
Website: https://moh.sweetwaterschools.org/
Location: 3250 Palm Avenue, San Diego, CA, USA
Phone: (619) 628 - 3800