Titan Torch

I would like to take a moment to wish you and your family a wonderful holiday season. This is a moment to celebrate the incredible strength within our school community. Each of you brings something unique and special to our shared journey.

To our amazing students: You are tenacious, creative, and full of potential. This break is your time to rest, dream, and recharge. Explore something that makes you curious. Laugh with those around you. Be proud of how far you've come this year.

To our wonderful families: Your love and support are the foundation of our community. Whether you're creating new traditions or finding comfort in familiar ones, enjoy this time with your loved ones. We appreciate everything you do.

The start of a new year is always a chance to hope, to dream, and to believe in the possibility of something wonderful. We can't wait to welcome you back, ready to continue growing, learning, and supporting each other.

Wishing you a wonderful break,

Ms. Chapman

The Whittier Union School Board recognized the Titans on Tuesday- so wonderful to see so many parents, alumni and school staff celebrating thier historic achievement!

Winter break is a opportunity for high school students to explore learning beyond the classroom in engaging and flexible ways. While rest and relaxation are important, we encourage you to support your student's continued academic growth through online educational resources.

Academic Enrichment

• Khan Academy (https://www.khanacademy.org/)
  • Comprehensive, free courses across subjects
  • Personalized learning paths
  • Excellent for math, science, and test preparation
• MIT OpenCourseWare (https://ocw.mit.edu/)
  • High-level courses from MIT
  • Great for students interested in advanced subjects
  • Includes lecture notes, assignments, and videos

STEM Exploration

• Code.org (https://code.org/)
• Free coding tutorials and projects
• Great for students interested in computer programming

Humanities and Languages

• Duolingo (https://www.duolingo.com/)
  • Free language learning
  • Gamified approach to learning new languages
• Smithsonian Learning Lab (https://learninglab.si.edu/)
  • Rich educational resources in history, art, and culture
  • Curated digital collections and interactive learning experiences

College and Career Preparation

• College Board (https://www.collegeboard.org/)
  • SAT practice resources
  • College planning tools
  • Scholarship information

Here is a list of mental health resources that are available to students during this holiday season (click here)

📧 PTA Scholarship Applications:

• Scholarship applications were emailed to PTSA members earlier this week.
• Over the break, students will receive additional tips and check-ins for this scholarship, along with helpful advice for future scholarship opportunities. Be sure to check your email and work on the application a little bit at a time.

The PTA scholarship requires a minimum of 25 hours of community service. Hours worked directly supporting the PTA will be given higher priority.

• If you still need to complete your hours, check out the flyer below for more information.

🌟 Remember: All scholarships are free to apply for, but PTSA membership is required to be eligible for this exclusive scholarship. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!

Join today and set yourself up for success! 🏆

t’s that time of year again—Financial Aid Season is upon us, and we’re leveling up our efforts to help students succeed!

• Did you know the Dashboard can show performance trends across different student groups? That means we can spot where support might be needed to close achievement gaps and help students thrive. Think of it as a tool to figure out where financial aid could make the most impact. But no worries, it doesn’t display individual financial aid details, just big-picture trends.
• Now, here’s where it gets fun: The Horizons Team, Guidance Counselors, and our amazing partners are teaming up for a Mario Party-style competition to make sure every student completes their financial aid application on time. Game on! 🎮

🏆 The Race Is On! 🏆

• Students are divided into teams, each with a team leader who will help guide them through the application process. The competition is fierce, and the prizes are sweet! Here's the leaderboard so far:

1. Ms. Brisa (PHS Alum & Cal-SOAP Rep) and Jennifer Sedillo are in First Place!
2. Ms. Alyssa (PHS Alum & Educational Talent Search)is in Second! 👏
3. Alejandra Flores is in third place!

🎉 Mini-Raffles, Big Prizes! 🎉

• Every student who participates will have a chance to win mini-raffle prizes throughout the competition. But watch out, team leads have the power to steal points and shake up the leaderboard! 😲 Bragging rights and a championship trophy are on the line! 🏅

📅 Get Involved! 📅

Encourage students to stop by the Horizons Office to meet with their team leader, get help with their FAFSA, and participate in upcoming workshops. It’s a race to complete the application, and we’re all in this together!

A huge shout-out to Jennifer Sedillo for leading this important schoolwide initiative and helping students secure their futures. 👏

Let the Mario Party begin, and may the best team win! 🍀

Student Athletes,

Please note the following important information regarding campus access during winter break:

• The front entrance of campus will be closed during the winter break period
• The stadium parking lot gate will remain open for athletic access
• For practice schedules during the break, please consult directly with your respective coaches

Wishing you all happy holidays!

B&A Office

Please come out and cheer on our Titans this week! Titan Athletics Calendar Link

"The Boys & Girls Club of Whittier || Pico Rivera is excited to announce our Winter 3v3 Basketball League! This co-ed league is open to 7th - 12th grade students and will take place during winter break. The cost is $50 per player, with teams consisting of 4 players to allow for substitutions.

Players can join with a pre-formed team or sign up individually to be placed on a team. It's a fantastic way to stay active over the break while enjoying fun and friendly competition.

Check out our flyer and enrollment instructions (available in English and Spanish). To register, click this link: https://bgcwhittier.my.site.com/V2/s/login-home

Monday 12/23-Monday January 6, 2025 Winter Vacation: NO SCHOOL

Tuesday 1/7: Block periods (0,2,4,6) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Wednesday 1/8: Block periods (0,1,3,5) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Thursday 1/9: Block periods (0,2,4,6) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Friday 1/10: Block periods (0,1,3,5) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Student Support infographic

Bell Schedules can be found here.

24-25 Bus Schedule/2024-2025 Horario de buses.

2024-25 parent meetings/ Junta de Padres.

Student/Parent Handbook

Attendance

Food & Nutrition Services

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Website: phs.wuhsd.org
Location: 10800 Ben Avon Street, Whittier, CA, USA
Pioneer High School Phone: 562-698-8121

Principal: ext. 5000

Business & Activities: ext. 5010

Curriculum: ext. 5020

Guidance & Counseling: ext. 5030

Attendance: ext. 5040

Horizons Office: ext. 5060

Text-a-Tip: 562.584.7747

PHS Vision & Mission Statements:

Vision: Pioneer High School provides a diverse, inclusive campus where students feel supported and validated. We are committed to developing productive individuals ready to critically engage in the global community.

Mission: Pioneer High School builds meaningful relationships with students in order to provide individualized support and multiple college and career pathways to success to and through graduation.