Titan Torch

The PHS staff extends heartfelt thanks to our amazing community for your generous treat donations. Your kindness brought our team together, boosted morale, and reminded us of the wonderful community we serve. These gestures make PHS feel like a true family and inspire us to continue giving our best to our students. Your support means the world to us!

Standard Student Pricing

• First AP Exam: $5
• Each Additional Exam: $90
• Work study opportunities are available

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged (SED) Student Pricing

• All AP Exams: $5 each

Important Dates & Fees

• Invoice Distribution: October 11, 2024
• Payment Deadline: November 4, 2024
• Late Registration Deadline: November 15, 2024
• Late/Cancellation Fee: $40

Payment Options

1. Pay at the Cashier window
2. Pay online through the webstore

Additional Information

• Students who do not qualify for financial assistance must communicate with Ms. Arriola (gena.arriola@wuhsd.org) to learn about work study opportunities are available to help offset exam costs

PREP now offers both morning and afternoon tutoring for PHS students! Morning sessions run Monday-Friday, 7:30-8:30 AM in Room E4. Afternoon tutoring is available Monday-Thursday, 3:00-6:00 PM, featuring general academic support, community service opportunities, and fun clubs like Culinary Club. All services are FREE, including materials and snacks.

We're also seeking parents to join our Parent Advisory Board to help align PREP's goals with community needs.

For more information, visit our website: sites.google.com/wuhsd.org/phsprep or email Isaiah.huizar@wuhsd.org

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Your student's success is our priority!

If your student has overdue textbooks, please return them to our Learning Materials office as soon as possible. Additionally, if they have more than one Chromebook, please return them to our Computer Lab. Overdue materials may result in fines and limit students from walking at graduation.

If you have any questions regarding textbooks please email angeles.hilario@wuhsd.org. Chromebook related questions can be addressed at benjamin.swartz@wuhsd.org

• Halloween is Thursday, October 31. Here are the PHS guidelines for those students who want to dress up.
• Halloween Guidelines - English

• Halloween Guidelines - Spanish

• As a friendly reminder, here is the PHS dress code PHS Dress Code

• Last Saturday, we hosted a college application workshop in both English and Spanish which was well attended.
• We encourage students to continue participating in the lunch and after-school workshops throughout this month to receive ongoing support with their applications.

Pioneer High School Students!

We have an excellent chance for you to join the School Site Council this year. Here's what you need to know:

The Basics

• We need 3 student representatives

• It's a one-year commitment

• Meetings are both online and in-person

• Meetings last 45 minutes (3:15 PM to 4:00 PM)

• You will be the voice of the student body and provide input on incentives, concerns, and what is going well.

• Meetings are on the third Thursday of each month. Click here for this year’s dates!

How to Join

• If you want to join, you can nominate yourself
• Click here to access the form and make a copy
• Go to the Horizons office to fill out a form OR
  
• Access it through the Horizons Google Classroom
  
• Turn in your form by Monday, October 7th to the Horizons Office
  




More Info

• Click here for the dates!
  




Don't miss out on this chance to be a leader in your school!

• Thank you, PHS community, for your continued support! We're thrilled to report that community and staff donations increased this year.

• The PTSA looks forward to coordinating future events to thank you for your positive contributions, dedication, and hard work. Your support makes a difference in our school community! Click here to donate.

• The generous contributions from the community and staff sponsor the Senior Scholarship and PTSA incentives, such as the pizza party for Ms. Johnson's 3rd period class, congratulations!

Please come out and cheer on our Titans this week! Titan Athletics Calendar Link

Monday 10/7: Block periods (0,1,3,5) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Tuesday 10/8: Block periods (0,2,4,6) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Wednesday 10/9: Block periods (0,1,3,5) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Thursday 10/10: Block periods (0,2,4,6) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Friday 10/11: All period day (1-6) with Homecoming Assembly, dismissal at 2:53pm.

Saturday 10/12: Homecoming Dance 6-10pm

Monday 10/14: Block periods (0,1,3,5) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Tuesday 10/15: Block periods (0,2,4,6) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Wednesday 10/16: Block periods (0,1,3,5) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Thursday 10/17 Block periods (0,2,4,6) dismissal at 3:00p.m. Great Shake Out Emergency Drill, School SIte Council Meeting at 3pm.

Friday 10/18: Al Period day (1-6) dismissal at 2:52pm

Student Support infographic

Bell Schedules can be found here.

24-25 Bus Schedule/2024-2025 Horario de buses.

2024-25 parent meetings/ Junta de Padres.

Student/Parent Handbook

Attendance

Food & Nutrition Services

Instagram at pioneerhigh_titans

Website: phs.wuhsd.org
Location: 10800 Ben Avon Street, Whittier, CA, USA
Pioneer High School Phone: 562-698-8121

Principal: ext. 5000

Business & Activities: ext. 5010

Curriculum: ext. 5020

Guidance & Counseling: ext. 5030

Attendance: ext. 5040

Horizons Office: ext. 5060

Text-a-Tip: 562.584.7747

PHS Vision & Mission Statements:

Vision: Pioneer High School provides a diverse, inclusive campus where students feel supported and validated. We are committed to developing productive individuals ready to critically engage in the global community.

Mission: Pioneer High School builds meaningful relationships with students in order to provide individualized support and multiple college and career pathways to success to and through graduation.