Roybal now offers TELEHEALTH services for all students during school hours! This service provides immediate attention to student health at no cost and helps keep students in school. A consent form must be signed by a parent for students to receive services. For more information, please contact the school nurse or Ms. Cynthia. Don't miss out on this great resource!

Mon Oct 28

• Buccolo (Period 2) (MPR)
• Girls Golf League Championship @ Bell Gardens GC 1pm
• Mummy Monday- Spirit Week

Tues Oct 29

• Make up PHBAO Conferences 5:00-7:00pm
• Tuesday Professional Learning (2:27pm-3:27pm)
• Terrifying T-Shirt Day- Spirit Week

Wed Oct 30

• Buccalo(Period 2)(MPR)
• Wacky Witch Day- Spirit Week
• PBIS Meeting

Thu Oct 31

• Flag Football League Championship @ Bernstein 2pm & 3:30pm
• Cross Country vs Hollywood 2:30
• Thriller Thursday- Spirit Week

Fri Nov 1

• Earthquake Drop/Cover/Hold Drill 11:40AM
• Buccolo(Period 2)(MPR)
• Dia De Los Muertos- Spirit Week
• Football vs Contreras JV 4pm & Var 7pm

Get ready to unleash your creativity and show your school spirit! Spirit Week is here, and we want YOU to be part of the fun! 🎉

Throughout the week, we’ve lined up exciting activities for everyone to enjoy. This is your chance to step up, get involved, and make memories with your friends and classmates. Let’s bring out the best in each other and celebrate what makes our school community so special!

What to Expect:

• Daily Themed Activities: Show off your creativity by dressing up and participating in fun challenges.
• Games and Competitions: Take part in lunchtime games and friendly competitions designed to boost school pride.
• Show Your Spirit: Get involved in the action, and let's show the world what school spirit really means!

📅 Don’t Forget:
Participating in Spirit Week is a great way to build community, have fun, and create unforgettable moments. Whether you're a student or staff member, your involvement makes a difference!

Join us, get creative, and let’s make this the best Spirit Week ever!

With enthusiasm,
The School Spirit Team

Important Deadlines

• Make-up PHBAO Parent Conferences (prior admin approval required)- (October 29 from 5-7pm)
• November 12 lesson plans due by 10am on Thursday, November 7.
• Instructional Rounds, Tuesday, November 12 (period by period)

Professional Development and Meetings

-- You will meet by department this Tuesday from 2:27PM to 3:27PM. (Rooms: 3-167 English, 3-145 Math, 3-163 Social Studies, 3-156 Science, 3-152 SPED, 3-151 World Languages, 3-147 Electives)

-Click here for DOI’s current and upcoming secondary professional learning opportunities.

Instructional Resources and Support

-IeXceL intervention Wednesdays will continue this week. Teachers, please make sure to set up your students study plan. Click here for more info.

-Calling all L.A. Unified TK-12th grade teachers and coaches! Join us as we explore ways to

advance learning and language acquisition for all students through culturally and linguistically responsive pedagogy. Learn more here

-Click here for Media Literacy Teacher-Created Model Lessons Grades 6-12 Secondary

-Are you looking for high-quality, standards-aligned lessons to inspire your classroom? These curated resources offer lessons crafted with English Language Development (ELD) and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) scaffolding to support all learners. Each guidebook includes lesson plans, educator highlights, demo videos, podcasts, and access to free curriculum.

- Read the LAUSD's Division of Instruction Secondary Instructional News for October here

-Guidance on addressing topics about the Middle East has been provided by our District. Read here.

- Tutor.com now provides comprehensive access where you can find session completion rates, refer students to tutoring, and view individual student reports.

- Please continue to post the day's agenda and make sure to include the grade-level standard being taught, learning objective, language goal, and the WASC instructional Strategy being utilized for the lesson.

-Feedback is logged in the MyPGS system. Please note, you are to reply to feedback via the platform within 2 weeks of the observation. Your observation will be finalized once the response is received. In some cases, your department administrator will schedule an observation debrief to discuss the lesson observed.

-To promote literacy awareness, a calendar of activities in Paper pre-built for you can be found at Achieve365 initiative

-Tutor.com now has a dedicated Teacher Resource Center. You can check out our introductory videos for classroom tools and the Teacher Dashboard, discover best practices, and more.

-Student artists are invited to provide original artwork to be showcased on this year’s Los Angeles Unified holiday greeting card. Artwork is due November 8, 2024

-Los Angeles Region Scholastics Art and Writing Awards submissions are due December 2, 2024. Click here to access the flyer and additional information.

Safety and District Bulletins

-Read more on the important policies reviewed at our WASC Faculty Meetings here.

-Read LAUSD's Emergency Guide here. A copy is being placed in your mailbox.

-Read the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements Bulletin 1374.5 here. Access the SCAR form here.

Administrative Announcements

-If you are absent, please notify your immediate administrator supervisor along with Jennifer/Lorraine and Juana (if absence is for a teacher) via email. You are to submit your absence certification upon return from your absence otherwise your time will remain unpaid. Absence certifications are required for any absence.

- Click here for mental health resources available to all LAUSD staff

Titans, we have tutoring Monday-Thursday. Talk to your teacher or Ms. Perez, in Room 3-169, for details.

Reminder: Tutoring is free for all students in LAUSD and students can receive help at any time during the year directly from Tutor.com via their Schoology course. See below for step by step guidance on how to access this free resource.

Titans, lets continue to RISE UP and THRIVE through IeXceL Intervention Wednesdays during Advisory. You'll have the chance to focus on targeted learning based on your iReady pre-assessment scores. Be sure to bring your laptop as you tackle personalized lessons designed to boost your skills and set you up for success. Take advantage of this valuable support on campus and make the most of every opportunity—we’re here to help you excel and achieve your best!

New online form to schedule a meeting in the college center!

Mr. Gamez will be starting classroom presentations this week. Gear Up and Mr. Gamez will also be pulling seniors to make their college application plans during September. We're open for student meetings every day during lunch. Let's encourage students to apply and keep our expectations high!

Please encourage students to apply for our Saturday workshops to get 1-on-1 assistance on their applications!

Students- Don’t miss out on the incredible opportunity to get the support you need for your college applications! Tutor.com is here to help you by offering personalized feedback on your essays and assistance with SAT exam preparation. This is your chance to strengthen your skills and boost your confidence as you prepare for your future. Sign in via Schoology or use the QR code below to get started—take advantage of this valuable resource today!

https://pomona.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5zKIAiF0GmgXXeKFebruary 8, 2025 at 9am - 4pm

Pomona College, 170 E. 6th Street, Claremont, CA. 91711

Check in begins at 8:30am

This event is free of charge

Students*, Parents and Caring Adults**, register for the 3rd Annual Black Youth Conference designed to inspire Black Pride and Black Excellence with our theme: Our Story, Our Glory. This conference is for middle school and high school students, parents or other caring adults.

If you have any questions please email rita.shaw@pomona.edu.

*Students and parent/caring adults must register separately

**A caring adult can be identified as a relative, mentor, or teacher

Attention all high school seniors! The 26th Annual Heritage Youth Awards are now accepting applications. This is your opportunity to apply for educational grants through the Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards. Don't miss out—apply online now at www.hhfyouthawards.com. The deadline to submit your application is November 3rd!

Parents/Guardians: We believe that your involvement is vital to your child's success! We encourage you to explore the various announcements/flyers in this section that outline ways you can engage with our school community. Your participation not only enriches our programs but also strengthens the support network for our students—let’s work together to create a thriving environment for our children!

The Migrant education program helps families with students from the age of 3 to 21. They offer free services to qualified families at selected schools. Transportation is offered at selected locations, for more information about the program please contact (213) 241-0510.

Learn about your school's safety plan

Become a Region East Ambassador

The wellness center and Parent center is encouraging parents to sign up to the PALs program. Join and get the opportunity of getting a $550 gift card provided by The Department of Public Health. Do you need help signing up? Ms. Guillen is available Monday- Friday from 8:00am - 2:30pm in the parent center.

We invite you to join us as volunteers on campus! By becoming a volunteer, you can make a meaningful impact on our students and school community.

We invite you to visit our Parent Center to connect with our representative, Ms. Guillen, and gain access to the Parent Portal. This valuable resource provides you with real-time information about your child’s grades, attendance, and much more. Your engagement is crucial to your child’s success, and we’re here to support you every step of the way!

We are excited to announce that the dates for our PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) meetings are now available! We invite you all to join us and make your voice count.

Your support is crucial in creating a positive school culture, and together, as a village, we can uplift and support all our students.

Let’s work together to foster an environment where everyone thrives!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Are you a student interested in learning more about Restorative Justice, or want to learn how to host a circle? Please use this QR Code and fill out the interest survey. Have any questions please visit RJ Morales

Students, please remember that cell phones should not be used during class time, as we want everyone fully engaged in learning. Teachers, thank you for consistently enforcing our policy—if a student is caught using their phone after a warning, it will be placed in a pouch to avoid distractions. Let’s work together to keep our classrooms focused and productive!

Tardy sweeps are conducted daily to ensure all students arrive on time. We encourage everyone to be in class promptly, as being on time is crucial for maximizing learning and success. Arriving on time shows responsibility and ensures you don’t miss valuable instructional time. Let’s make punctuality a priority!

Are you curious about what it takes to be an administrator? This is a fantastic opportunity to gain leadership skills and get a behind-the-scenes look at how decisions are made at school. By shadowing an administrator, you’ll see firsthand the challenges and rewards of this career.

Take advantage of this experience by filling out the survey and joining in! It's also recommended to write down any questions you may have about the career—you never know what you might learn! Don't miss out on this great chance to grow as a leader!

See the flyer below for more information or speak to Mr. Flores, ARC Director.

Our Ofrenda is currently being beautifully assembled in Building One by the landing stairs. We invite all staff and students to stop by, take a moment to check it out, and reflect on this special tribute.

If you would like to contribute, we welcome you to bring a picture or item in honor of your loved ones. Please drop off your contribution with Ms. Cinthia in Room 3-139.

Let’s come together as a community to honor and remember those who have touched our lives.

Parents! Please come out and support your Roybal Titans! We hope to see you at the games!

Congratulations to our Girls Volleyball team for making it to playoffs! They play Magnolia Science October 30 at 4pm. Location TBD

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to our amazing College Counselor, Mr. Gamez, and the dedicated support staff for making the Class of 2025 College Trip a huge success!

Thanks to their hard work and planning, our students had the incredible opportunity to visit several colleges in San Diego, as well as explore the historic Old Town San Diego. This trip provided our students with valuable insight into college life and motivated them to pursue higher education.

These experiences are instrumental in preparing and encouraging our students to envision their future at college. We are grateful for the support that made this trip possible and for helping our students take another step toward their academic goals!

Thank you, Mr. Gamez and team, for your commitment to our students’ success!

We want to express my heartfelt gratitude to each of you for making Parent Conference Night a tremendous success. Thanks to your hard work and dedication, we had one of our most successful evenings yet at Roybal.

Your efforts to connect with families and create a welcoming atmosphere made a lasting impact, and we are truly grateful for all you do for our students and school community.

Thank you once again for your commitment and teamwork!

Mon Nov 4

• Buccolo(Period 2)(MPR)9:30 AM – 10:24 AM
• Positive Behavior Intervention and Support Meeting3:37 PM – 4:37 PM

Tues Nov 5

• EVAC Chair Training- District 2pm-4:30pm (Main office building)
• WASC Faculty Meeting (Period by Period)
• Tuesday Professional Learning-District 6/12 (2:27pm-3:27pm)

Wed Nov 6

• SSPT Meeting (Rm 3-144) 9am-10am
• ETO Office Use of MPR and Library (Set up 10:30am-End at 5pm)
• APP Program (Human Resources)-Library (possibly MPR)

Thurs Nov 7

• 15 Week Grades Due 9am
• District Classroom Observations (library)
• ELAC Meeting #3 (Parent Center) 10:30am-11:30am
• USC Trio ETS Workshop (Rm. 3-175) 11am-12:30pm
• Cross Country League Finals 2:30
• SSC Meeting #3 (Parent Center) 3:37pm-4:37pm

Fri Nov 8

• Magnet Parent Tours (Bethune)- Magnet Board Room
• Region East Title 1 Monthly Meeting (MPR/Black Top) 8am-4pm (Barillas)