Tustin High School News
Week of December 18, 2023
This Week at THS...
Happy holidays Tillers! It's finals week. 😀
This is your last push to raise grades and earn that A-G credit. Remember, the goal is to graduate college ready. Every college prep class that you take needs a grade of a C or better. Study, prepare, sleep, ask your teachers questions, and be ready.
We hope that you enjoy a wonderful winter break with family and friends. Make sure you use the time to rest and recharge. We are half way through the year and the new semester brings a new opportunity to be your very best.
CELEBRATIONS
November Perfect Attendance Celebration
Congratulations to the 400+ students who earned perfect attendance in November! These Tillers were invited to an Extended Snack on Wednesday where they were treated to holiday cookies, music and 10 extra minutes of free time. Congrats, Tillers, on being on time to class everyday and having no unexcused absences!
THS Golden Touch Awards
This year, TUSD and TPSF brought back the The Golden Touch Awards. This recognition provides students an opportunity to nominate staff members who make a difference in their lives and the lives of other students. Congratulations to teacher, Ms. Nicole Belz and campus supervisor, Mr. Charles Stewart for this well-deserved honor and recognition!
Mr. Charles & Eric
The THS group included Ms. Belz and her parents, Mr. Charles with his son and daughter, Eric and Megan who nominated them, and our administrators, Dr. Bojorquez and Mrs. Hsieh.
Ms. Belz & Megan
Visual & Performing Arts Newsletter
Please use the December VAPA Newsletter link to learn what's happening in VAPA this year month or click on the images below!
TILLER NEWS TODAY - DECEMBER 20, 2023
EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
Monday, December 18 - REGULAR BELL SCHEDULE
Boys Soccer @ Corona HS-FS-3:15pm, JV-3:15pm, V-5:00pm
- Girls Soccer @ University- JV- 3:15pm, V- 5:15pm
Girls Basketball vs Bellflower-V-5:00pm
Tuesday, December 19 - FINALS DAY 1 SCHEDULE
Girls Soccer vs Santa Ana Valley- JV- :15pm, V-5:15pm
- Girls Water Polo @ Villa Park-3:30pm
- THS Boys Basketball vs Katella-4:00pm, 5:30pm, 7:00pm
Wednesday, December 20 - FINALS DAY 2 SCHEDULE
- Boys and Girls Wrestling League Duals vs Valencia-THS Cafeteria
Boys Soccer @ Irvine HS-FS-3:15pm, JV-3:15pm, V-5:00pm
- Girls Basketball @ Newport Harbor- FR-3:00pm, JV-4:30pm, V-6:00pm
Thursday, December 21 - FINALS DAY 3 SCHEDULE
Boys BBalll vs Aliso Niguel @ Tesoro-N/S Challenge-FR 4:00pm, JV 4:00pm, V 5:00pm
- Boys Soccer Frosh Tournament @ Orange Lutheran HS-TBD
- Girls Basketball vs Santiago-JV-3:30pm, V-5:00pm
- Girls Soccer vs Newport Harbor- FS:15pm, JV-3:15pm, V-5:15pm,
- Girls Water Polo vs Laguna Hills-3:30pm
2:45PM-Food Distribution-Main Parking Lot
End of 2nd Quarter
Friday, December 22
NON-STUDENT DAY - ENJOY YOUR WINTER BREAK! School resumes Monday, January 8th.
PTO Holiday Staff Breakfast-Teacher's Lounge
Saturday, December 16
- Boys Soccer vs Sunny Hills-FS-10:00am, JV-10:00am, V-12:00pm
- Girls JV Wrestling-San Dimas Lady Saints JV Classic @ San Dimas HS
FINAL EXAMS BELL SCHEDULES FOR TUES 12/19, WED 12/20 AND THURS 12/21
Day 1-Final Exam Schedule for Tuesday, Dec. 19
Day 2-Final Exam Schedule for Wednesday, Dec. 20
Day 3- Final Exam Schedule for Thursday, Dec. 21
Attendance Tip of the Week
Tillers, it's Finals Week! Be sure to get plenty of sleep and eat healthy snacks and meals to take care of yourself. Monday is a REGULAR BELL SCHEDULE Day. Take pics of this week's Finals Schedules to find out which classes and finals you have on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Do what you can to finish the semester strong!
Help T-Tech!
As you may know, our amazing T-Tech program suffered a loss with the shop fire that occured on Saturday, November 4th. Thank you the Tustin Public Schools Foundation for putting together a donation page to help us recoup some of our losses. Click on the image below to access the page and feel free to share with friends and Tiller alumni. Let's help Mr. Hernandez and the T-Tech program rebuild!
COUNSELING
Mental Health Resources
This time of year can be stressful for both students and families due to end of semester due dates, finals and holiday-related stressors. Support is available on campus for students through our Mental Health Team. Find any counselor, administrator or other trusted staff member on campus.
Some community-based mental health resources for both teens and adults are shared below. TUSD also provides a mental health coordination service through Care Solace Referrals are free of charge; cost of services depend on type of health insurance. Please use the CARE SOLACE LINK for more information, contact your student's counselor or any administrator.
Financial Aid Workshops
Save the dates:
- Wednesday, January 17th, 5:00 - 7:00 PM
- Wednesday, February 21st, 5:00 - 7:00 PM
- Tuesday, March 12th, 2:30 - 4:00 PM
- Thursday, March 14th, 2:30 - 4:00 PM
Resource List
December the FAFSA filing period opens
ROP classes here at THS!
Tillers,
Interested in taking an ROP course here at Tustin high school for Spring 2024? Coastlinerop is offering Culinary Arts Internship and Emergengy Medical Responder (EMR).
- Both courses are after bell.
- Semester long
- UC/CSU approved
- FREE!
See attached flyer for more information.
Mrs. Garcia
Rm. 806
Need to add or drop a class for Spring 2024?
2024 CSUF Black Student Scholarship Program
This scholarship aims to support bright and ambitious individuals in pursuing higher education by providing financial assistance. Please find attached detailed information about the eligibility criteria and application process. The deadline to apply is February 1, 2024.
Senior Diploma Verification Form Due Friday, December 29, 2023
Class of 2024 Seniors: If you haven't done so at Fall Registration, you must complete the online Diploma Verification Form. This is a mandatory task for Graduating Seniors to complete. Your responses will be used for the printing of your official High School diploma. Please enter your account legal name exactly as it appears on your birth certificate or passport. If you are not sure, ask your parent or guardian. Your diploma is a legal document, so it cannot have nicknames, initials, or abbreviations. If there is a name change, you must provide a copy of your birth certificate or passport to Mrs. Russek in the Attendance Office. At graduation practice in May, you may specify another way to have your name read during the graduation ceremony. This form must be completed before December 29, 2023.
COMMUNITY EVENTS & INFO
Food Distribution This Thursday 12/21 - Main Parking Lot
Our monthly food distribution will be held this THURSDAY in the MAIN PARKING LOT from 2:45-4:00 pm. In partnership with Second Harvest Food Bank, we utilize a walk-up, farmers market style foo distribution. Please park your car, bring your reusable bags and walk up to shop! Anyone in the community is welcome to participate, no ID required. Food items vary month to month but typically include, eggs, milk, a protein, assorted fruits/vegetables and pantry essentials.
Oak Tree by the Math Building Update
Although tree removal is a last resort alternative, there are circumstances when it is necessary. Unfortunately, this past August the Coast Live Oak tree, a representative symbol at Tustin High School fell victim to several failing/fallen branches. This situation led to the tree being examined by two certified arborists to assess its condition and any remedies to aid its recovery. Regrettably, both assessments underscored the same opinion that the oak tree be removed immediately to ensure the safety of students and staff and to prevent significant damage to nearby buildings and property.
The basis of both opinions was that the oak tree suffers from oak root rot, which compromises the tree’s integrity and structural support and making rehabilitation efforts unachievable.
We are extremely disheartened by this outcome, but we thank you for your ongoing understanding and support.
Tustin Adult School - Registration is Open for Spring 2024
Did you know? Tustin Adult School has FREE classes for everyone in the community over 18 years old? Classes are held both in person and virtually. Below are just some of the offerings:
- English as a Second Language - All Levels
- Basic Computer Skills
- GED
- Citizenship
Please use the links below for the class schedule and online registration form. Parents or guardians who need assistance with completing the online registration form may contact Olga Reardon, Community Liaison, at 714-730-7414 ext. 87159.
OCTA Bus Passes
Tillers, if you have requested a bus pass for OCTA's Youth Ride Free program, but have not yet picked it up, come by the Front Office before school, during Snack or Lunch, or after school before Thursday, December 21 so that you can use your bus bass for the Winter Break.
Any students who are interested in getting a FREE bus pass, but haven't applied yet can pick up an application from Ms. Olga in the Front Office.
Medi-Cal Expansion in January 2024
Medi-Cal is a public funded healthcare program in California. The program provides medical services for children and adults that are low income. Starting in January, individuals between the ages of 26-49, meeting income requirements, will have the opportunity to enjoy the full scope of Medi-Cal benefits, regardless of immigration status. All other Medi-Cal eligibility rules, including income limits, will still apply.
To learn more about the Medi-Cal expansion, please click here for California's Department of Health Care Services website. Families Together of Orange County (FTOC), a TUSD community partner, also has resources and enrollment services for families interested in learning more or applying. Their Enrollment Navigators are available to help make the process simple and accessible. To schedule an appointment with FTOC's Benefit Enrollment Navigators, call 1(800) 597-7977 or email at socialservices@ftoc.us.
FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS
Attendance Office (leave a message anytime day or night) - ext 87175
Counseling Office - ext 87160
College & Career Center - ext 87806
Discipline Office - ext 87155
Community Liaison - ext 87159
Library - ext 87103
Student Store - ext 87104