EHS Principal's Update:Week 18

Dear Lions,

It's Week 18 and the last week before Christmas break. Christmas break will be between December 23 with school resuming on January 13th.

As the holiday break approaches, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible efforts and achievements of our school community this year. From the classroom to extracurricular activities, your dedication, creativity, and resilience have made our campus a special place of learning and growth.

To our students, thank you for your hard work and enthusiasm, which inspire us every day. To our families, your unwavering support helps create a strong partnership that nurtures success. And to our staff, your commitment to excellence ensures that every student feels supported and valued.

As school resumes in January, please keep in mind that regular attendance is key to helping students stay on track for graduation and to building important friendships. Starting in January 2025, students will need to maintain at least 94% attendance during the second semester to take part in fun campus activities like Prom, dances, performances, and athletics. This includes both tardies and unexcused absences. If a student has an excused absence, it should be cleared through the attendance office. If a student doesn't meet the 94% attendance requirement, they can make up unexcused absences and tardies by attending Saturday School. Thanks for your continued support in encouraging students to attend class and stay engaged!

The NACAC College and Career Fair is on February 3, 2024. This is a great field trip opportunity for 11th grades students to meet college representatives, explore career pathways, and plan their future. Permission Sips are required to attend and can be picked up at the activities office. Spaces are limited. If you are a college bound 11th grade student, turn in your permission slip as soon as possible to save your seat at this important event.

Athletics Events:

Winter sports are in full swing with Girls' and Boys' basketball, soccer, and wrestling. Be sure to check the athletics calendar below for the times of upcoming home games.

Other reminders

Winter Dress Code Reminders: In addition to our regular dress code rules, please note that students may not wear ski masks or face coverings unless needed for health purposes.

Key Dress Code Guidelines:

• No tube tops or strapless tops

• Clothing should not reveal undergarments – this includes excessively ripped pants or shirts with holes

• Clothing should not expose undergarments or private areas – such as short shorts or sagging pants

• No tank tops with oversized arm openings or undershirt tank tops worn alone

• No items with inappropriate images or content – this includes references to drugs, alcohol, tobacco, sexual content, or any illegal activities

We understand that fashion trends come and go, but adhering to the dress code helps foster a focused and respectful school environment.

If a Student Arrives Out of Dress Code:

1. We will check if the student has an appropriate change of clothing available.

2. If not, we will contact a parent/guardian to bring a change of clothes or arrange for the student to be picked up to change.

Academic Support

As always, tutoring is available for students seeking academic support. After School tutoring is available for all student Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 3:40pm - 4:30pm. Before school tutoring is available Monday-Friday from 7:40 am - 8:40 am.

In closing, I hope this holiday season brings you joy, rest, and time to connect with loved ones. May the New Year bring renewed energy, new opportunities, and continued success for all.

Thank you for being part of our school family. Wishing you a safe and happy holiday season!

Sincerely,

Blake Stanford

EHS Principal

Estimados Leones,

Estamos en la semana 18, la última antes de las vacaciones de Navidad. Las vacaciones serán del 23 de diciembre al 12 de enero, y las clases se reanudarán el 13 de enero.

A medida que se acercan las vacaciones, quiero tomar un momento para reflexionar sobre los increíbles esfuerzos y logros de nuestra comunidad escolar este año. Desde el aula hasta las actividades extracurriculares, su dedicación, creatividad y resiliencia han hecho de nuestra escuela un lugar especial para aprender y crecer.

A nuestros estudiantes, gracias por su arduo trabajo y entusiasmo, que nos inspiran todos los días. A nuestras familias, su apoyo constante crea una asociación sólida que fomenta el éxito. Y a nuestro personal, su compromiso con la excelencia garantiza que cada estudiante se sienta apoyado y valorado.

Cuando las clases se reanuden en enero, recuerden que la asistencia regular es clave para ayudar a los estudiantes a mantenerse en camino hacia la graduación y para construir amistades importantes. A partir de enero de 2025, los estudiantes deberán mantener al menos un 94% de asistencia durante el segundo semestre para participar en actividades divertidas del campus como el baile de graduación, eventos, presentaciones y deportes. Esto incluye tanto tardanzas como ausencias injustificadas. Si un estudiante tiene una ausencia justificada, debe ser aclarada en la oficina de asistencia. Si un estudiante no cumple con el requisito de asistencia del 94%, puede recuperar las ausencias y tardanzas injustificadas asistiendo a la Escuela de los Sábados. Gracias por su apoyo continuo para animar a los estudiantes a asistir a clases y mantenerse comprometidos.

Feria Universitaria y de Carreras de NACAC:

El 3 de febrero de 2024 se llevará a cabo la Feria Universitaria y de Carreras de NACAC. Esta es una gran oportunidad para los estudiantes de 11.º grado de conocer representantes universitarios, explorar caminos profesionales y planificar su futuro. Se requiere un permiso firmado para asistir, que puede recogerse en la oficina de actividades. Los espacios son limitados. Si eres un estudiante de 11.º grado interesado en la universidad, entrega tu formulario de permiso lo antes posible para asegurar tu lugar en este importante evento.

Eventos de Atletismo:

Los deportes de invierno están en pleno desarrollo, con equipos de baloncesto, fútbol y lucha para chicos y chicas. Asegúrate de consultar el calendario de atletismo a continuación para conocer los horarios de los próximos juegos en casa.

Otros Recordatorios:

Código de vestimenta de invierno: Además de las reglas regulares del código de vestimenta, tengan en cuenta que los estudiantes no pueden usar pasamontañas o cubiertas faciales, a menos que sean necesarias por razones de salud.

Pautas clave del código de vestimenta:

• No se permiten tops sin tirantes o strapless.
• La ropa no debe revelar ropa interior, incluidos pantalones o camisas con agujeros excesivos.
• La ropa no debe exponer áreas privadas o ropa interior, como pantalones cortos muy cortos o pantalones caídos.
• No se permiten camisetas sin mangas con aberturas de brazo excesivamente grandes o camisetas interiores usadas solas.
• No se permiten prendas con imágenes o contenido inapropiado, incluidas referencias a drogas, alcohol, tabaco, contenido sexual o actividades ilegales.
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Entendemos que las tendencias de moda van y vienen, pero seguir el código de vestimenta ayuda a fomentar un ambiente escolar enfocado y respetuoso.

Si un estudiante llega con vestimenta inapropiada:

• Verificaremos si el estudiante tiene un cambio de ropa apropiado disponible.
• Si no, nos pondremos en contacto con un padre/tutor para que traiga un cambio de ropa o arregle que el estudiante regrese a casa para cambiarse.

Apoyo Académico:

Como siempre, está disponible tutoría para los estudiantes que necesiten apoyo académico. La tutoría después de clases está disponible de lunes a viernes de 3:40 p.m. a 4:30 p.m. La tutoría antes de clases está disponible de lunes a viernes de 7:40 a.m. a 8:40 a.m.

Para finalizar, espero que esta temporada navideña les traiga alegría, descanso y tiempo para conectarse con sus seres queridos. Que el Año Nuevo les traiga energía renovada, nuevas oportunidades y éxito continuo.

Gracias por ser parte de nuestra familia escolar. ¡Les deseo unas felices y seguras fiestas!

Atentamente,

Blake Stanford
Director de EHS

Eastside High School is Platinum! California PBIS has recognized Eastside High School for its dedication and commitment to the students, families and community in the area of positive behavioral support by awarding the highest honor of the Platinum implementation award.

Please utilize our school website, social media pages and Lion Link to keep up on all updated information.

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Email: bstanford@avhsd.org
Website: https://www.eastsidehs.org/
Location: 3200 East Avenue J 8, Lancaster, CA, USA
Phone: 661-946-3800
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Every week our EHS Digital Video Production students plan, film, produce, and edit a weekly video bulletin called The Eastside Extra to keep the EHS Lion family informed. We also have a student journalism club (The Den Writers) that produces an ENewspaper called The Lion's Roar. Be sure to subscribe to their channel to see the latest issue using the links below.

Click the links below for the most uptodate community news and happenings.

AVHSD is pleased to offer students a Student Digital Planner App. The digital planner app is now live in both the Apple and Google appstores! Simply search for "AVUHSD Planner, " to add to your devices. You can also click on the individual links below:

Google Play Store Link

Apple App Store Link

AVHSD se complace en ofrecer a los estudiantes una aplicación de planificación digital para estudiantes. ¡La aplicación de planificación digital ya está disponible en las tiendas de aplicaciones de Apple y Google! Simplemente busque "AVUHSD Planner" para agregarlo a sus dispositivos. También puede hacer clic en los enlaces individuales a continuación:

Google Play Store Link

Apple App Store Link

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With the tip line, you can safely and anonymously report and stop safety concerns like bullying, drugs, weapons, and violence. Help Keep Eastside a safe school! www. eastsidehs.org/about/tip-line.

Does your student need additional social emotional support at EHS? EHS offers many on campus student support groups to support our Lions through the many issues today's teens may be dealing with. If you would like to refer your student for a student support group, please scan the QR code and complete the google form.

Some examples of Student Support Groups offered at EHS are:

Mood Group, Anxiety, Life Skills, Anger Management, Grief/Loss, Conflict Resolution, and Substance Abuse.

You can also use the form to suggest a group your student may benefit from.

Scholarships and grants are helpful ways to fund your child’s college education. They provide you with free money that can go towards tuition or other educational expenses.This year we have partnered with Going Merry to make completing the FAFSA and finding scholarships easier than ever! Please have your student go to the School Counseling Office for assistance.

EHS parents/guardians have three options for viewing their student's grades, assignments, and attendance.

1. AV High School District App (Lion Link) - This app gives you new, information, as well as your student's progress. It is available on both the Apple App Store and Google App Store. When in the app store, search for AVUHSD and download the app.
2. PowerSchool App - This app ties right into your PowerSchool Parent Portal. You will get live updates on grades, assignments, and attendance. This app is also found on the Apple App Store and Google App Store. Search for PowerSchool and use district code: NWMZ.
3. PowerSchool Parent Portal: https://powerschool.avhsd.org/public

There are some helpful links below to get your PowerSchool Parent Portal account set up for the school year.

If you need to clear an absence, please email the EHS Attendance office at ehs-attendance@avhsd.org. Make sure to include your student's name, student ID number, date of absence, reason for the absence, your name, and relationship to the student. You may also call the attendance office at 661-946-3800 Extensions 1050 (A-L) and 1045 (M-Z).

Know any eighth graders who might be interested in joining our EHS Biomedical Academy? Have them sign up using THIS LINK.

If your student is interested in joining the EHS Education and Social Services Academy for next school year, please complete the application by clicking HERE.

EHS students, interested in joining the EHS Film Pathway next school year? Please complete the application using the QR code.

ESSCA will prepare you to pursue a career as:

• Teacher

• Counselor

• Psychologist

• Social Service Worker (Social Worker)

Students will:

• Interact with and learn from experts in your desired field

• Gain first hand experience through an internship working in local schools and social services

• Enjoy exclusive ESSCA field trips

• Enjoy exclusive guest speakers

Show your interest and/or apply using the QR code or contacting Mrs. Fisk at afisk@avhsd.org. You can also stop by room 227!

Eastside HS invites incoming freshman to join the EHS AVID Class of 2028 for the 2024-25 school year. If your student is interested in benefiting from: college preparation, career exploration, academic support, strategies for success, team building skills, communication skills, and much more, please complete the AVID Application by scanning the QR code.