Paw Prints

• 11/25 - 11/29: Thanksgiving Break - No school
• Monday, 12/2: Intent to Enroll for NEW students for 2025-2026 opens
• Tuesday, 12/3: PTO Meeting @ 5pm in the Staff Lounge
• Tuesday, 12/3: Start Smart @ 5:30pm in the library
• Wednesday, 12/4: Early Grad Senior Websites Due
• Wednesday, 12/4: Fill the Boot
• Friday, 12/6: Winter Assembly (special bell schedule)
• 12/9 - 12/13: Say Something Week
• Wednesday, 12/11: Governing Board Meeting @ 5pm in the library
• Thurs 12/12 - Sun 12/15: Momma Mia! Play (tickets)
• Monday, 12/16: Band Concert
• Tuesday, 12/17: School Site Council Meeting
• Friday, 12/20: End of Term 1, Minimum Day Schedule (special bell schedule)
• 12/21-1/7: Winter Break - No School
• Wednesday, 1/8: Term 2 Begins

Mark your calendars, Fill the Boot is back on Wednesday, December 4th! Cougar Crew will again be partnering with the San Miguel Fire Department to spread holiday cheer and collect monetary donations. These donations will be used in partnership with the Elks Lodge to purchase holiday gifts for at-need East County youth. Our Cougar Crew leaders will greet you as you arrive on campus on Wednesday morning and invite you to give as you are able. New this year is a QR code that allows people to donate by credit card, Google Pay, or CashApp. We can't wait to see how the Steele Canyon community can work together to raise funds that will help make Christmas that much merrier for at-need families. Please contact Cougar Crew Co-Advisor Pam Ahrens at pahrens@schscougars.org with any questions.

Our annual gratitude tree allows students and staff to demonstrate their gratitude by drawing or writing what they give thanks for on a leaf. Our community really came together this year. Look at the result! Special thanks to our student leaders for organizing and putting up the leaves.

Dear Cougar Families,

Club Impact and our ASB are organizing a drive to create and distribute care packages for individuals experiencing homelessness, and we need your support. These care packages will include essential items like hygiene products, snacks, and other basic necessities to help those in need. All packages are planned to be dropped off at St. Vincent de Paul Village on December 6th.

How You Can Help:

We are collecting both monetary donations and in-kind contributions to assemble the care packages. Here's how you can get involved:

• Monetary Donations: Your financial support will help purchase necessary items for the care packages.

• In-Kind Donations: We are accepting donations of specific items, including:
  • Toiletries (toothbrushes, toothpaste, lip balm, combs,)
  • Socks
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Gallon ziplock bags for packing

Deadline for Donations: December 6. Drop off @ Main Office and they will be taken to room C105 (ASB Room)

Every little bit helps, and your generosity will go a long way in making a difference for those in need.

If you have any questions or need more information, please contact:

Dylan Masis Thomas 20220178@schscougars.org

Mrs. West jwest@schscougars.org

Thank you for your kindness and support!

An exciting new event is coming your way December 5th from 6:00pm-8:30pm! All Cougars are invited to "A Snowy Night," your ticket to this winter PJ party comes with access to a caricature, photo booth, movie, arts/crafts, board games, and more! Come hungry! There will be pizza, cup-of-noodles, hot cocoa decorating, popcorn, cookies, and more delicious snacks available for purchase! "A Snowy Night" will be held in the Quad & Library.

Get your tickets NOW for only $10! Cougars can purchase tickets at the Finance Office or online!

We hope to see you there!

Don't miss the Steele Canyon Players production of MAMMA MIA, December 12, 13, 14 @ 7PM, and December 15 @ 2PM, in our very own Steele Canyon Theatre! Reserve your tickets today: $12 reserved seats online, $15 at the door. Thank you for supporting the arts! We can't wait to see you in our audience!

Join us for an enchanting evening filled with the diverse sounds of instrumental music at our Winter Melodies concert. Featuring performances by talented musicians from our school's music program, this event promises to captivate and inspire. Purchase your tickets for the Winter Concert HERE

Here's what you can expect:

Program Highlights:

Beginning Guitar Ensemble: Our budding guitarists will showcase their skills with a selection of lively tunes that highlight their musical growth and enthusiasm.

String Orchestra: The graceful strings will resonate through the hall with classical and contemporary pieces, demonstrating precision and passion.

Concert Band: Our concert band will present a dynamic repertoire ranging from spirited marches to emotive ballads, showcasing their dedication and musicality.

Percussion Ensemble: Get ready to feel the rhythm with the vibrant beats and intricate rhythms of our percussion ensemble, as they bring energy and excitement to the stage.

Color Guard: Adding visual splendor to the musical tapestry, our color guard will mesmerize with their choreographed routines, perfectly synchronized to the music.

Our SCHS students and staff are planning our second ever culture fair on January 23rd, 2025 from 5:00 - 6:30pm. We are looking for parents and community members who may be interested in participating through education, art, music, dance, food, language, traditions etc. If you are interested, please fill out this form or scan the QR code. Here’s the link

There are 2 ways to get your Scratch Shirt:

1) Click here to order your Scratch gear at the SCHS ASB Webstore. The Mascot Team will deliver your order to your student's Block 3 class within 2 days.

2) Send your student to our ASB Student Store for your Scratch gear!

Scratch thanks Al's Sport Shop for providing our Mascot Team with this fantastic fundraising opportunity!

Here are the sports for next week! Red = away, Blue = home, and Pink = Team Event!

Congratulations to Dania Lopez and Micah Senn for being voted the Athletes of the Month for October.

Friendly reminder to drive cautiously as you enter and exit the campus. Campus Supervisors are here to keep the traffic moving - please follow all traffic directions from security personnel. Reminder that we do not provide access for cars at the back of the school during the school day.