Paw Prints

• 12/12-12/15: Momma Mia! (tickets)
• Monday, 12/16: Band Concert (tickets)
• 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

Intent to Enroll Online Application (NEW STUDENTS ONLY)

Calling all future Cougars! The new student enrollment process for the 2025-26 school year is now open! All first time Cougars who wish to attend Steele Canyon High School next year must complete an Intent to Enroll Online Application. Applications must be submitted by the end of day on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 to be considered in the lottery. More information can be found on our website at www.schscougars.org. *Current Steele Canyon students do not need to apply. Their registration automatically rolls over into next school year

Please join us for an Evening with the Principal, Parent Education Event: Co-Hosted by SCHS PTO. We will have a guest speaker to discuss College and Career Readiness, which was the #1 request by parents who completed our Parent Engagement Survey.

Details:

• Location: School Library
• When: 1/23/25 beginning at 5:30pm

Next Saturday, December 21st, the Steele Canyon Dance Teams—Dynasty Dance Team, Majesty Pom Dance Team, and Empire Hip Hop Dance Team—will head to the Sharp International Dance Competition in Buena Park. These talented teams are ready to give their all as they aim to reclaim their First Place title from last year. We greatly appreciate your encouragement and support as they prepare to shine on the competitive stage!

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.

Last Friday, our orchestra students had an incredible opportunity to meet and learn from La Jolla Symphony conductor Sameer Patel and composer Vivian Fung. They shared inspiring insights about music, composing, and their life experiences, creating a memorable and enriching dialogue with our young musicians.

After school, they enjoyed dinner together before heading to La Jolla's dress rehearsal, where students were treated to a violin concerto and got an inside look at how a professional orchestra operates. To top it off, students were even offered free tickets to the concert!

#MusicMatters #OrchestraLife #SteeleCanyonMusic #InspirationThroughMusic

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.

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

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

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!