McNair Eagle News

I would like to Congratulate our Mock Trial and MESA students for their performances in their competitions the last few weeks. There were several students on both teams from McNair who won or placed high in their events.

As a reminder, this is the last week in the semester. Finals will be on March 13 and March 14, with a 12:40 PM dismissal time on Thursday and Friday.

I hope everyone has a wonderful week and a wonderful Spring Break!

Mrs. Nicole Vertar, M. Ed.

Principal

Ronald E. McNair High School

Thursday, March 13---Finals Periods 1 and 2---12:40 Dismissal

Friday, March 14---Finals Periods 3 and 4---12:40 Dismissal

Monday, March 17-Friday, March 28---Spring Break

Friday, April 11---ARC Grand Finale Blood Drive

The Weeks of April 14 and April 21---CAASPP State Testing

Lodi USD invites you to share your thoughts on the district’s Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP)! Your input is essential in shaping our priorities and ensuring our students receive the support they need.

Please take a moment to participate in our Thought Exchange by clicking the link below:

🔗 https://tejoin.com/scroll/308859188

Your feedback will help guide the development of our LCAP moving forward. Thank you for being a valued part of our community!

Last week, the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) announced the extension of our state priority deadline to April 2, 2025. Students can complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CADAA) by April 2 for consideration for Cal Grant and the Middle Class Scholarship. Although the deadline may be extended, we do not want our students to wait to apply for financial aid. Applying for financial aid gives students access to critical information necessary to help them make decisions about where to attend college and the financial aid package they will receive—THE TIME IS NOW.

Free Cash for College Webinars

CSAC has four free webinars left before the extended deadline of April 2, 2025.

March 11, 2025 6pm-7:15pm (English with Spanish translation)

March 25, 2025 6pm-7:15pm (English with Spanish translation)

April 2, 2025 5:30pm-6:45pm (English with Spanish translation)

Students and their families can register for these webinars at https://www.csac.ca.gov/c4c <https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fcsac.us3.list-manage.com%2ftrack%2fclick%3fu%3d08a80d62d56aa5d039a38570c%26id%3d5dcd0b7717%26e%3d44f752df28&c=E,1,-9IH1xG4Zs3uGwL9EHRv_5s4M6ttbpEKNY2b2W_7B3aDNZi4xoMi4f0iCBcbf9-FrB-PKiFyVHPycqmZtJWyGCKlnNhqM4STh9YSVPEF&typo=1> .

Cash for College webinars are staffed by financial aid experts who can answer questions for students and their families about how to complete FAFSA or the California Dream Act Application. The presentation will walk through both applications and cover other aspects of financial aid.

Mixed-Status Families

We have two special guides for students who are eligible for FAFSA but may have a parent or spouse who is undocumented. These documents present information to help these families make decisions about how to apply for aid given unpredictable federal policies. Guides are available in English, Spanish, and Arabic, and can be found on the following page for mixed-status families: https://www.csac.ca.gov/cadaa-msf <https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fcsac.us3.list-manage.com%2ftrack%2fclick%3fu%3d08a80d62d56aa5d039a38570c%26id%3d832be6e48c%26e%3d44f752df28&c=E,1,8Z-00-5RVz2WPIWbOSriBTVGu8pO9q5nrxQhPvKu8BppIEfOuJylOIWYZb6z3soUf1wEp-fllBrXff-4i8roLncame4pnBQCh2382m6TV41jG9kr_UtRDYwx&typo=1> .

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Seniors who have been chosen for a Scholarship Award should email vmenezes@lodiusd.org to be included in the annual Senior Awards Night ceremony, which will be May 20, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the Theater.

Make your senior’s yearbook extra special by capturing their journey with a personalized ad! Share baby photos, heartfelt thank-you’s, congratulations, or college announcements to honor this milestone moment.

Save 10% with our special discount code – valid through April 1, 2025. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate your senior in a meaningful way!

For more details and to purchase an ad, visit https://yearbookordercenter.com/job/16935

March 3rd through March14th, vegetarian to-go meals will be available for students observing Ramadan.

Click on the link below for the flyer:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/169pWxFqOkCr5QN2gcvvslqVFzjzUkoEq/view?usp=sharing

CREDIT RECOVERY & ADVANCEMENT

Locations: Tokay H.S. & Bear Creek H.S.

Dates: June 9, 2025 - July 10, 2025

OPEN ENROLLMENT REGISTRATION: March 3 – May 12, 2025

Open to ALL students Seeking Credit Recovery or Advancement:

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: MAY 12, 2025

For more information on H.S. Summer School, see program flyer below:

English Flyer: H.S. Summer School 2025

Spanish Flyer: H.S. Summer School Flyer - Spanish

APEX LEARNING

Summer School Credit Recovery Program

Self-Paced, Digital Learning Curriculum

Designed for Non-Grad & Credit Deficient Students in Need of 15 or More Credits

Location: Tokay High & Bear Creek H.S.

Dates: June 9, 2025-July 10, 2025

Counselors Approval Required for APEX Registration. See your counselor to register.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: May 23, 2025

For more information on the APEX Summer Program, see program flyer below:

• English: APEX - Student Flyer 2025

• Spanish: APEX - Student Flyer 2025 (Spanish)

Lodi Sunrise Rotary Club is partnering with the University of the Pacific again this year, to provide a Free Hearing Screening Event that will be held on Saturday, March 15th at the UOP Chan Health Sciences Learning Center Audiology Department in Stockton.

90% of those in need of help are not even aware of it! They just go through life, increasing the volume of the TV and Radio, unable to learn and live life to their full potential. They become more frustrated as time goes on, disengaging themselves day-to-day all because they are experiencing hearing loss. Potential patients will be screened to determine if they are experiencing hearing loss, they will be checked for ear wax buildup or fluid in the ear, these are common reasons for hearing loss. Since the screening is being held at the UOP Audiology facility potential patients, that are determined to be in critical need, can be expedited upstairs to the Diagnostic Center testing booths that very same day! Once it has been determined that potential patients are experiencing hearing loss, the UOP Audiology Department will be vetting them for needs, ability of financial responsibility for care, and move them through the process of treatment.

The goal is to help as many people as possible. If you have any questions, contact Richard Ross at 209-327-0627 or richardr@alamoalarm.com.

Click on the link below for the flyer (English):

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1__l7JOamZpMT14PeqlqHQFhDBNr1kq7v/view?usp=sharing

Click on the link below for the flyer (Spanish):

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EYgGKWud4OoZgmgIGVVFgcUgurgx9QC9/view?usp=sharing

If you have an Area 1 (North Stockton) student that is experiencing transportation issues and is in need of a monthly city bus pass, please contact childwelfareandattendance@lodiusd.net or call our office at 209-331-7055. The purpose of this offering is to help remove transportation barriers for students. When making the request for a bus pass, please include the student's name, school, number of months that the student requires a bus pass, and method of delivery (postal mail to the school site or school staff pick up directly from RTD). Please consider processing and shipping times when making your request. If you have questions, please feel free to reach out to the Child Welfare and Attendance Office.

Click on the link below for the flyer:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1The_M4WD_YfbxJIqLMNTU1u4rkUjD5os/view?usp=sharing

Click on the link below for the flyer:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1joQ22Z9M9MCOdEOb1gT9cot94fyrOXyD/view?usp=sharing

We want to inform you about the 988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, a new, free, 24/7 helpline for anyone in emotional distress or facing a mental health crisis. If you or your child ever need support, simply call or text 988 or call 1-800-273-8255 to connect with trained professionals who can help.

This is an important resource for your family’s well-being. Please save this number.

The City of Stockton Community Services Department is offering free Life Guard classes for students ages 15 and above.

Click on the link below to access the flyer:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bEIiZm8C2n9sMOqol6-S8MIBdQp5hdKy/view?usp=sharing

Please click the link below for information on a series of trainings to help parents navigate the Special Education system.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Votq7Ybt0c2PSy8x0o67NiEtGKqcQ-KE/view?usp=sharing