Jaguar News

June 17th: 1st Day of Summer School. 8 am - 12:00 pm

Last Thursday Valley Center High School proudly celebrated the graduation of 264 seniors! We wish all of our seniors good luck in the future endeavors. We know you will all make us proud!

Want to see more graduation photos? CLICK HERE

If you are interested in purchasing photos of your graduate during the ceremony, please fill out this form: GRADUATION CEREMONY PHOTOS

General Sessions (Grades 1-8, High School & Migrant - 20 Days):

June 17-June 21 (No School June 19th);

June 24-28;

July 1-3 (No School July 4- 5);

July 8-12;

July 15-17

Dates of ESY Program Sessions:

• Week 1 June 17 - June 21 (no school on June 19th)

• Week 2 June 24 - June 27

• Week 3 July 22 - July 25

• Week 4 July 29 - August 1

Congratulations to our Top 10 Academic Performers for the Class of 2024

Riley Carlson

Savannah Gainsborough

Riki Ghosh

Ashley Giron-Ballesteros

Genesis Gonzalez

Lily Nelon-Love

Olivia Nowicki

Clarissa Rios

Gabriella Rosas

Alexa Rochholz

Congratulations to our two students who earned the title of Valedictorian and Salutatorian for attaining the highest 4 year GPAs while completing the most rigorous academic coursework.

Valedictorian: Lily Nelson-Love

Salutatorian: Riki Ghosh

Congratulations to next year's academic leaders!

Stephanie Cardona Loera

Juan Cervantes

Stuart Connell

Kailyn Culpeper

Diego Diaz

Erik Escobedo

Andres Hernandez

Adrina Juan

Elizabeth Kishi

Emerson Lai-Tueting

Kendra Le

Gavin Lopez

Jennifer Lopez

Abigail Martinez

Ailani Montes

Sophia Merrick

Samantha Picot

Emma Pinkerton

Izabella Rodstrom

Olive Storms

If you know or you think your student will not return to VCHS next school year, please utilize this form to help with that process: https://forms.gle/j8Pya7zdpc1Ub9pZ7

Congratulations to the June Rotary Students of the Month!

Gauge Wright– 9 th

Lorelei Jimerson – 10 th

Izabella Rodstrom– 11 th

Riki Ghosh– 12 th

The Music Forward Foundation Apprenticeship Program has an apprenticeship/job opportunity with one of their employer partners located in Vista, Show Imagining. Show Imaging is an event and project management company providing creative direction for the concert, sporting and special events industries. Their services include audio, video, and lighting technical solutions; technical and project management; design, onsite facilities management; equipment rentals and delivery. They are hiring 2 full-time apprentices for their Warehouse Technician (Stagehand) position and are recruiting young adults (age 18-24) from underrepresented populations. The deadline to apply is this Friday, June 14th.

This is a great position for young adults interested in launching their career in the arts, media and entertainment sector. Apprentices will be paid $19 per hour with regular wage increases throughout the program and will receive on-the-job training. If you know of anyone you would like to refer, have them complete the online application and send their name(s) and resume(s) to Ernesto Rivera (cc’d) at ernesto.rivera@sdcoe.net, and he can forward their information to the apprenticeship leads for consideration.

Position Details

When: Application deadline is Fri, Jun 14th.

Wages: $19/hr with wage increases as apprentice progresses through the program.

How to Apply: https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmusicforwardfoundation.submittable.com%2Fsubmit%2F296823%2Fshow-imaging-x-music-forward-apprentice-submission&data=05%7C02%7Cernesto.rivera%40sdcoe.net%7C2ff72866e2fe4438331a08dc8a5b6f52%7Cfd6cc79e7b6944d0b8cdaf4a102bd0d6%7C1%7C0%7C638537372561600184%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ASHW3UAKxKyuPhGkFZfHo%2Fse0c%2F4nzhiixbi4G3%2BuXA%3D&reserved=0.

The Consulate General of Mexico in San Diego, in partnership with MAAC, awards the Colibrí MX Scholarship to promote access to higher education for immigrant students of Mexican or Latinx descent residing in San Diego County. First-time college students who can provide proof of enrollment for the fall 2024 semester and demostrate financial need, among other qualifications, can win a scholarship of at least $1,000. Visit the scholarship page for complete details. The application deadline is June 30.

The San Diego County Building & Construction Trades Council has opened registration for their high school girl’s Construction Boot Camps this summer to inspire girls to pursue careers in the Building and Construction industry. There will be two sessions – one from Monday, June 24th through Friday, June 28th and a second from Monday, July 22nd through Friday, July 25th. During each week, participants will receive hands-on training in professional tools and techniques, learn about training programs they can pursue after high school, and explore careers in different construction specializations.

Lunch and snacks will be provided daily to participants as well as personal protective equipment.

Event Details

Where: University of Iron; 3888 Beech Street, San Diego 92105

When: Mon, Jun 24th – Fri, Jun 28th (session 1) or Mon, Jul 22nd – Fri, Jul 25th (session 2); 8 am – 3 pm each day

Who: High school girls (incoming 9th – 12th graders)

Cost: Free!

To Register: Complete the form for the desired session…

• Jun 24th – 28th - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSemhBpKoXfV3UI5Ny3bPPb11OsEIXvy5zFXQJAK8nNgb8x0OA/viewform
• Jul 22nd – 25th - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPXvtvecRf5zTsvRtMObFXrE0fncyVCAwpIU9yXK1pfoDB9w/viewform

For questions, contact Jenifer Arce (cc’d) at jenifer@sdbuildingtrades.com.

All Inclusive Day of Play

Join the Special Needs Resource Foundation on July 12 at the Miramar Hourglass Recreation Center for their All Inclusive Day of Play and Resource Fair -- a free event for kids of all abilities and their families

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IKEA Grad Bash

IKEA is hosting a nationwide IKEA Grad Bash to celebrate the achievements of graduating seniors. All high school seniors and their families are invited to a memorable celebration at the IKEA San Diego store 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 22.

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Eco Ambassadors Program for High School Students

The Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation invites high school students in San Diego County to participate in the fall cohort of their Eco Ambassadors program. Participants will explore topics related to nature and conservation, and build community around environmental stewardship.

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High School Update - May 2024

Admissions

CSU Statement of Intent to Register Deadlines
Several California State Universities extended their intent to register deadline for fall 2024 admitted undergraduate students to June 1, 2024 or later. For information on each CSU's intent to register deadline, visit our Statement of Intent to Register webpage.

Next Steps for Freshman Students
Congratulations to your students who have been admitted to one or more of our California State Universities! Our Freshman: Next Steps webpage provides access to the admitted student websites for all twenty-three CSUs. University websites provide information about important deadlines and next steps in the admissions process.

Fall 2024 Admission - Extended Deadlines
The California State Universities listed below are still accepting applications. Visit our application dates & deadlines page and use the “Is Your Campus Still Accepting Applications?” feature to view available campus programs and their deadlines.

Chico

Humboldt

Maritime

Monterey Bay

San Marcos

Sonoma

Stanislaus

SeaWorld is holding auditions for their Howl-O-Scream scare acting positions to perform in their Haunted House and Haunted Pathway events and “deliver scares” to SeaWorld guests. Events take place on Thursday through Sunday of each week during the Halloween holiday season. To be considered for a position, students must be age 18 or older, apply online, and attend one of SeaWorld’s six auditions at the Hubbs SeaWorld Research Institute…

• Thursday, June 13th; 5 – 9 pm
• Saturday, June 15th; 12 – 4 pm
• Thursday, June 20th; 5 – 9 pm
• Saturday, June 22nd; 12 – 4 pm
• Thursday, June 27th; 5 – 9 pm
• Saturday, June 29th; 12 – 4 pm

Position Details

Title: Howl-O-Scream Scare Actor (Performer II)

Eligibility: Need to be at least 18 years old

Pay: $17/hr.

To Apply: https://seaworldentertainment.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/auditions/job/LIVE-AUDITIONS--Howl-O-Scream-Scare-Actors---SeaWorld-San-Diego_JR113252

Audition location: Hubbs Research Institute - 2595 Ingraham St, San Diego, CA 92109

Send Free Score Report

June 20 is the deadline for your teen to to send their scores to the college of their choice for free. If your teen is heading to college in the fall, using their free score send is the best way to make sure the school receives their scores in time to award them credit, advanced placement, or both.

Send Scores for Free

Check your teen’s college deadline for sending AP Exam scores. Many colleges have a mid-July deadline, so we encourage students to send their scores as soon as they're available.

Know a high school senior?

Make sure they claim and use their CalKIDS account!

Graduating seniors are now preparing to finance an important next chapter in their lives: college or career training. Many have $500 to $1,500 in their CalKIDS account already which can be used to support these expenses.

What’s Needed To Claim An Account?

Claiming an account and using the money is quick and easy. Just follow these simple steps:

1. Locate the high school senior’s 10-digit Statewide Student Identifier (SSID), which may be found on their school’s portal, report cards, or by asking their campus.
2. Check eligibility here.
3. If eligible, claim your account at www.calkids.org.

Once the account is claimed, money can be used to pay for qualified higher education costs, such as tuition, fees, computers, books, and more. The funds can be used at eligible colleges, universities, vocational schools, community colleges, and apprenticeships.

Nominate a Remarkable Teen

The County of San Diego Office of the Public Defender is seeking nominations for its Remarkable Teen Awards. The program honors 25 teenagers for accomplishments and contributions in 25 nontraditional categories. Teachers, principals, families, and community members are encouraged to submit nominations by the July 15 deadline.

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The Mason Industry Training Association will host a FREE summer high school Masonry Careers Bootcamp in Escondido from Monday, July 8th through Friday, July 19th. Over the course of 2 weeks, students will complete hands-on training and explore careers in the construction trade of masonry. Training topics will include…

• Basic Construction Safety
• Masonry Tools & Equipment
• Construction Drawings
• Construction Math
• Mortar Mixing
• Use of Hand and Power Tools
• Laying of Block, Brick & Stone
• Employability Skills

There are only 20 spots available, so students should register ASAP.

Event Details

Where: Escondido Adult School; 302 N. Midway Drive, Escondido 92025

When: Mon, Jul 8th – Fri, Jul 19th; 9 am – 3:30 pm each day

Who: rising high school juniors, seniors, and graduating seniors (current sophomores, juniors, and seniors)

Cost: Free!

To Register: Students should complete this form by Tuesday, April 30th - https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/NrNzTNO?source_id=f18c69c3-dad4-4417-a882-3af2550dcac4&source_type=em&c=Z0YaEAGXUAILegZ7ylvckABcuVok4YwEtf3APk9Pmuf0KD5W8VQflA==.

FBI San Diego is now accepting applications for their 2024 Teen Academy, a free full-day program for rising high school juniors and seniors to get a comprehensive look into today’s FBI. Students will participate in presentations and hands-on activities covering a variety of law enforcement topics such as terrorism, cybercrime, public corruption, polygraph exams, evidence response, SWAT, and the day-to-day operations of a typical FBI office. Students will also hear from special agents, intelligence analysts, language specialists, and professional staff about investigative tactics including gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and assisting with cases.

To learn more, visit their website (scroll down to the Teen Academy header) and see attached flier.

Program Details

Where: FBI San Diego Field Office; 10385 Vista Sorrento Parkway, San Diego 92121

When: Thursday, July 11th; 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Eligibility: Students must be rising Juniors and Seniors (current Sophomores and Juniors).

To Apply: Complete the 2024 Teen Academy application. Completed applications must be emailed to SD_Outreach@fbi.gov by Sunday, May 19th. Incomplete and/or late applications will not be accepted.

The Cleveland National Forest is seeking female students ages 16 – 18 to participate in their inaugural All Girls Camp to inspire girls to pursue careers in wildland firefighting and other exciting and rewarding Forest Service occupations. Participants will learn how to fight fires and manage national resources through a variety of hands-on activities with their fellow camp members. See the attached flyer and details below for more information.

Camp Details

Where: Cleveland National Forest in East San Diego County

When: Thurs, Jun 27th – Sun, Jun 30th

Who: Female students ages 16-18

To Register: Complete this form - https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=5zZb7e4BvE6GfuA8-g1Gl4bK98T8NlJAnQCR0f7zVWpUMkRKTE1BUE9HVDVMNkJDVU5CRU9SU1ZGUi4u&origin=QRCode

For questions, contact Cindy Petrich at 619-850-0344 or Erica Miller at 858-585-3198

Best,

Alexander Becker

Program Specialist, Work Based Learning

Innovation Division

San Diego County Office of Education

858-298-2126 -- https://www.sdcoe.net/cte-innovation/home

Join Outside the Lens in celebrating the power of youth voices to shape the future of our community. Voice Out, an innovative youth media arts exhibition, provides a special opportunity for San Diego+Tijuana youth to express their unique point of view on the subject of PLACE, through digital works of photography, mixed media and illustration.

https://sites.google.com/outsidethelens.org/voice-out/info

Fall 2024 Admission - Extended Deadlines

Several CSU campuses have extended their application deadlines to December 15 and beyond for freshman applicants.

Visit our application dates & deadlines page and use the “Is Your Campus Still Accepting Applications?” feature to view open campus programs and their deadlines.

For more information on Student Health Insurance, CLICK HERE

Seniors! Click on the links below to see the BIG changes for FAFSA for the 23-24 school year. The application won't open till December and changes to who will receive more money!

https://fsapartners.ed.gov/knowledge-center/library/electronic-announcements/2023-03-21/implementing-2024-25-fafsa-process

https://www.csac.ca.gov/sites/main/files/file-attachments/summary_of_changes_for_the_2024-25_fafasa.pdf

Thinking of a special flower or plant for Mother’s day? Try Carnations. They are easy to grow and edible. The petals have a sweet and peppery taste and are loaded with antioxidants https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10235515/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10235515/

Carnations are just like moms – they brighten the day and are good for you!

You probably have high energy, clear skin, quality sleep and a perfect diet with all your micronutrients -- selenium, B12, magnesium, iron and calcium etc.

You may be an athlete firing on all cylinders or a happy teen who has peace of body and mind without mental health or wellness concerns.

Or, you may want a quick nutrition check up to find out if your intake is well rounded or even create a customized plan based on your food intolerances or likes.

Either way, staff or students, stop by the high school health office for free nutritional counseling. Let us help you maximize the micros and by the way, please drink more water.

Join us for the 2nd Annual Peer Public Health Advocate Summer Camp, taking place Monday, July 15th through Friday, the 19th. At the 5-day summer camp, students will receive hands-on public health training from San Diego County's Health & Human Services Agency professionals in the following branches: Tuberculosis Control and Refugee Health; Epidemiology and Immunization Services; HIV, STD, and Hepatitis; and Maternal, Child and Family Health Services. Attendees will explore health careers beyond hospital systems, providing an excellent introduction to public health occupations and connecting them to a public health professional network. Students will collaborate on team projects and pursue public health topics individually during the experience.

To apply, students must complete the camp application and have a teacher submit the teacher recommendation form by Monday, April 29th.

Camp Details

Where: San Diego County Office of Education-Linda Vista Innovation Center; 2202 Comstock Street, San Diego 92111

When: Mon, July 15th – Fri, the 19th; 9 am – 12:30 pm each day

Eligibility: Students must…

· Be rising 11th & 12th graders (must be a current sophomore or junior during the 2023-2024 school-year).

· Be 18 years or younger.

· Submit the Student Application by Monday, April 29th. No late submissions will be considered.

· Ask a teacher to submit the Teacher Recommendation Form by Monday, April 29th. No late submissions will be considered.

Eric Paredes Save a Life Foundation: https://epsavealife.org/get-screened/