WAAG

We are sending out a Week at a Glance (WAAG) as a means to inform students and parents of the upcoming important events and announcements for the week. For general information, please visit our website by clicking the button below.

Greetings Aztecs,

We hope everyone had a chance to enjoy the Super Bowl, new commercials, and the halftime show on Sunday. This coming weekend is extended as we observe Presidents weekend. This is a great time for students to catch up or get ahead on their studies. Progress Reports are February 28th. We have Saturday Academies and the Magic Center to support students in meeting their grading goals. Don’t forget to leverage your strengths to reach your potential!

Mission on the Mesa!

The student handbook is an important document providing guidelines and information about Montgomery High. Please take a moment to review together as a family. This information will also be reviewed the first few weeks of school.

Monday, February 10 - ELPAC RWL, Spring Sports Being - Boys Volleyball, Boys Tennis, Swing & Dive, and Track & Field, 6:30pm Spring Sports Parent Meeting in the new gym

Tuesday, February 11 - ELPAC RWL, 3:30pm Novice and Girls Soccer vs Sweetwater at home with varsity to follow, 4pm Boys Soccer at Sweetwater High with varisty to follow, 5pm JV Girls Basketball VS Victory at home with Varsity Sernior Night to follow, 5pm JV Boys Basketball VS Victory Christian at Victory Christian Academy with varsity to follow

Wednesday, February 12 - College Gear Day, ELPAC RWL

Thursday, February 13 - ELPAC RWL, 10am Student with Disabilites Valentine's Dance, 3:30 Novice and JV Girls Soccer vs Hilltop at home with varsity Senior Night to follow, 5pm JV Boys Soccer at San Ysdiro with varsity to follow, 5pm JV Girls Basketball at Materi Diei with Varsity to follow, 3:30pm Novice Boys Basketball vs Materi Dei at home with JV and Varisty Senior Night to follow

Friday, February 14 - NO SCHOOL

Saturday, February 15 - CIF Boys Wrestling, Spring Sports Start - Baseball, Beach Volleyball, Boys Golf, and Softball

Monday , February 17 - NO SCHOOL

Tuesday, February 18 - ELPAC RWL

Wednesday, February 19 - College Gear Day, ELPAC RWL

Thursday, February 20 - ELPAC RWL, 8:45am ELAC Meeting

Friday, February 21 - Early Release, ELPAC RWL, Boys Wrestling CIF Masters Day1, 7:45am & 2:40pm Financial Aid Workshop, 1:30pm Senior Panoramic Picture in the stadium

Saturday - February 22 - Boys Wrestling CIF Masters Day 2, Girls Wrestling Masters, 8am Saturday School, 8am Robotics in the new gym

College Support Every Week

Tuesday - WAHUPA Talent Search

Wednesday - SDSU Talent Search

Thursday - WAHUPA and SDSU Talent Search

Friday - WAHUPA Talent Search

Please take a moment to read La Voz Azteca. This is our school's Spanish Language Newsletter. Ms. Browett and the students have worked hard to complete the first issue of the year.

Link to La Voz Azteca

https://indd.adobe.com/view/90a32e95-51c5-4c93-a8c7-8bf4afcbf98d

Montgomery High will host the Mobile Teen Health Clinic for free and confidential services starting Tuesday, October 15th. The clinic will take place on Tuesdays each week from 8:30am until 12:00pm. The clinic will be available to students to receive support or ask questions about their reproductive health. Students are required to first go to the nurse’s office to register to access the clinic. Please contact Nurse Kennedy in the nurse’s office if you have any questions.”

5Star

Below is a list of how to earn 5Star Points this week. For spirit points, see an administrator, campus assistants, Ms. Betanco, Ms. Cat, Ms. Kosa, Ms. Link, or Mr. Titmas to scan for points. Also, click on the rewards button so see how you can spend your 5Star Points.

1) See an admin on Wednesday in your college gear or Friday in your Aztec Gear

2) Monday - 5 points - WAAG Survey sent via Jupiter

3) Tuesday - 2 points, silly school survey sent via Jupiter

4) Everyday - 5 points - before and after school Magic Center

5) Everyday - 1 point - before and after school After School Program

6) Home Games - 10 points, refer to schedule above for games. Open up your 5Star and check-in through the app.

7) Away Games - 20 points, refer to schedule above for games. Open up your 5Star and check-in through the app.

8) Scroll down to the "From the Library" Section to read about how to earn points by completing a book review (5 to 15 points), monthly library quest (25 , and monthly strength quest.

Monty's Market

Monty's Market is oepn Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at lunch. It is also open Friday after school for one hour. Students may also earn community service by volunteering at Monty's Market. Complete this Google Form to sign up (must be signed in to your student account to gain access to the Google Form). You will wait for a text from Ms. Ruiz for confirmation when you work.

Spirit Points

After the first spirit week of 2025, the Seniors showed the most spirit. Great job Seniors for dressing up all week.

Seniors - 125 points

Juniors - 100 points

Sophomores - 75 points

Freshmen - 50 points

Staff - 25 points

Pictures

School Pictures are done for the year. You can still order pictures by printing the Picture Day Order Form and brining it to the ASB.

Non-Privilege List

At MOH, we implement a non-privilege list. The list is created and updated regularly based on the following:

• Discipline: Any students suspended from school will be added to the list and may roll over to the next grading period for excessive referrals to the Assistant Principal.
• Attendance: 3 full day unexcused absences/18 single period unexcused absences or 12 unexcused tardies.

Click on the link to access the list:
docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1v46TN4iNSEfQIYnATVHMFMJ9AYOQVyo8a8jx7j9Vaio/edit?usp=sharing

Students on the list are not able to attend or buy tickets to extra curricular activities outside of the school days such as dances or athletic events.

How to Clear Your Name from the List:
For Attendance: Attend Saturday School!
Discipline: Maintain behavior reflecting our Aztec values. Students will be re-evaluated at the end of each grading period. Referrals to the Assistant Principal will impact removal from the non-privilege list. We strongly encourage you to attend Saturday School!

Contact Information for Assistant Principals

Eddie Ortega

• Manuel.Ortega@sweetwaterschools.org

Mabelle Glithero

• Mabelle.Glithero@sweetwaterschools.org

Teresa Walkup

• Teresa.Walkup@sweetwaterschools.org

Valerie Ruiz: ASB & Athletics

• Valerie.Ruiz@sweetwaterschools.org

Resources

Semester 1 Expectation Presentation

This section is dedicated to the Class of 2025. This will help you during your senior year.

Graduation Date and Time

Aztecs will graduate on June 4th at 3:30 at Al Prazak Stadium at Montgomery High School. Each student will be allowed six guest. Please plan accordingly. More info to follow.

Senior Panoramic Picture

Seniors will take their panoramic picture in the stadium during 6th period on February 21. Photos will be on sale to benefit the Senior Class. More info to follow.

Cap and Gown

Seniors will be able to purchase cap and gown from sdgrad.com . They will be on campus during lunch on February 19. The deadline to order cap and gowns will be March 1. The cost is $37. You can order online or at lunch when they visit our campus.

Grad Bash at Universal Studios

Tickets for Universal Studios Grad Bash will start on December 2, 2024 in the ASB. Tickets will be $215 and can only be paid by cash. You can pick up a permission slip in the ASB or click this link. Tickets sales will end February 28, 2025.

Non-Privilege List

ASB will begin selling tickets for senior activities like Grad Bash and Prom. Make sure you stay off the non-privilege list. If you need extra support, please see Ms. Ruiz. Be reminded that the non-privilege list rolls over into the second semester. Take time to clear your tardies and absences.

Scholarship Bulletin

Click this link to read the Scholarship Bulletin. There is a section just for seniors so you can earn money for college.

Yearbook

Before the yearbook sells out, please make sure to purchase one in the ASB for $75.

Resources

1) Senior Class Presentation from January 2025

2) Aztec Expectations from August 2, 2024

3) Senior Contract - received August 2 and due September 20

4) Review Mrs. Ruiz's presentation from May 2024

2/8- AD Update

We’re going down to the wire for Winter Sports. Girls & Boys Wrestling are currently competing in CIF & Metro Championships. For the girls last Saturday, Genesis Tovar placed 3rd in Division 2 CIF Championship competition which has earned her a spot at Masters

Luis Mejia (1st place) and Ivan Venegas (2nd place) placed at the Boys Metro League Boys Tournament earning them 1st Team All-South Bay honors. Congratulations to all of our wrerstlers.

Boys & Girls Basketball will finish the regular season this week. Both teams have league titles on the line. Come out and support our girls team on Tuesday night (2/11) at 7:00pm. They are looking to knock off Victory Christian to get to a tie at the top of their league. We will also be celebrating our 2 Seniors as they play their final home game in the regular season.

On Thursday night (2/13) come out and support what many consider the greatest team in Montgomery history. We will be celebrating 8 seniors as they take on Mater Dei at 6:30pm with hopes of capturing their 3rd consecutive league title.

On Thursday night (2/13) at 6:00pm our Girls Soccer team will be celebrating their seniors as they take on Hilltop. This could possibly be a league championship game as well depending on how the girls fair on Tuesday night. Please come out and support our Aztecs.

Spring Sports has officially started with boys Volleyball, Boys & Girls Track and Field, Boys & Girls Swim and Dive and Boys Tennis. If you are planning on trying out for any of these sports. Or the other Spring Sports that start next week, you need to get cleared ASAP! Please see Coach Martin in the new gym at lunch if you have any questions or need assistance.

Athletes of the Week

Congratulations to our @cfaoceanviewhills Aztec Athletes of the Week. These 2 Aztecs have showed tremendous Respect, Responsibility and Resilience through their respective sports.

Chrisdean Larsen- Girls Basketball @ladyaztecbasketball

Chrisdean has been an incredible player for the Lady Aztecs all season. She is known for doing all the things that help good teams win. Her Coach says that he is so impressed with her commitment to working hard and being a great teammate. She played a vital role in the Aztecs 42-41 victory over Mater Dei which keeps them in the hunt for a league title.

JJ Sanchez- Boys Basketball @mohaztecbasketball619

Widely regarded as one of the best players in San Diego, JJ has led his team to a #1 ranking in San Diego County. He had 3 great performances last week in wins over Victory Christian, Mater Dei and Eastlake. JJ as leader keeps the team’s spirit up and loose to allow them to play the way they play.

Congratulations Chrisdean & JJ. You make us all proud to be Aztecs!

Get Cleared for Sports

Your student will need a physical dated after 12/1/2023 and proof of insurance. Both of these will need to be uploaded to complete the registration process.

A copy of the physical form has been attached to this message along with directions on how to complete the Home Campus registration process. Link to district physical form.

Please Click Here to register your Athlete: www.homecampus.com/login

**If you are registering as a manager, you do not need a physical - however you will need to upload a blank document to complete the registration process.

If you have any questions, please contact our Athletic Director, Coach Martin.

I hope this message finds you well! Attached is the February S.T.A.Y. Calendar for the after-school program. Students, if you haven’t joined a club yet, now is a great time to consider it. Getting involved will help you feel more connected to our school community, which can enhance your motivation and overall experience.

Also, there are three Robotic events left this semester to earn community service hours. On February 7th and 8th in the new gym you can do that and be a part of the amazing Sweetwater District Metro League Robotics Program. There are opportunities for you to volunteer Friday after school and Saturday. Please visit the link below and sign up or click on the QR code at the Woodshop room 1218. There are also two more weekends after this on February 21st and 22nd, and February 28th and March 1st.

forms.gle/4vszyFoK5CwyoK1j9

February Calendar

Montgomery High is a Title I School. Title I is a federal program that provides extra funding to eligible schools to improve the academic achievement of students. All programs funded with Title I dollars must be used to enhance the school programs of the school. In order for schools to qualify for Title I, 35% or more of the students must be considered socioeconomically disadvantaged. The goals of a Title I Program include the following: increase student academic achievement, provide direct instructional support to students, develop professional development for teachers and to promote parent engagement and education. All Title I programs must be included in the school’s Site Plan for Student Achievement. This plan is developed and monitored by the School Site Council and English Language Advisory Committee. Please contact the Parent Center staff if you have any questions related to Title I.

Parent Center Staff

Carolina Betanco- Parent Center Resource Teacher

Email: Carolina.Betanco@sweetwtaerschools.org

Minerva Weinberger- Community Relations Facilitator

Email: Minerva.Weinberger@sweetwaterschools.org

Melissa Sanchez- Student Program Facilitator

Email: Melissa.Sanchez@sweetwaterschools.org

Hello Aztecs Families.

We are looking for parents who are interested in becoming part of our school committees. Please click on the link below to see the 3 different committees we offer at MOH. If interested please fill out the form: https://forms.gle/n6TjXU3gpweAzXw67 .

Hola Familias Aztecas.

Estamos buscando padres que estén interesados ​​en formar parte de nuestros comités escolares. A continuación se encuentran los 3 comités diferentes que ofrecemos en MOH. Si está interesado por favor rellene el siguiente formulario. https://forms.gle/n6TjXU3gpweAzXw67

Take a moment to read the Library Newsletter. Click the link or picture below:

https://secure.smore.com/n/u4erq-moh-library-newsletter

Please take a look at the Donors Choose project for our library. We are seeking donations to purchase bean bags for a comfortable seating area for our library. Any amount helps and is appreciated.. Thank you in advance for your generosity!

www.donorschoose.org/project/comfy-and-inviting-seating-for-high-scho/9095579/?utm_source=dc&utm_medium=directlink&utm_campaign=teacherhub&utm_term=teacher_9915311&rf=directlink-dc-2025-02-teacherhub-teacher_9915311&challengeid=22460249

Nondiscrimination Statement: The Sweetwater Union High School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person’s actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer, Dr. Vernon Moore at 1130 Fifth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91911, (619) 691-5564, vernon.moore@sweetwaterschools.org; Title IX Coordinator, Robert Hughes at 670 L Street, Suite G, Chula Vista, CA 91911, (619) 600-4900, compliance@sweetwaterschools.org; and Section 504 Coordinator Sonia Picos at 1130 Fifth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91911, (619) 691-5564, sonia.picos@sweetwaterschools.org.

Declaración de no discriminación: El distrito Sweetwater Union High School District prohíbe la discriminación, la intimidación, el acoso (que incluye el acoso sexual), o la intimidación escolar (bullying) en función percibida o real de edad, ascendencia, color, discapacidad, género, identidad de género, expresión de género, estado migratorio, nacionalidad, raza, u origen étnico, religión, sexo, orientación sexual, de la persona; o por asociación con una persona o un grupo con una o más de dichas características percibidas o reales. En caso de preguntas o quejas, favor de comunicarse con el Dr. Vernon Moore, Oficial de Cumplimiento de Equidad en el 1130 Fifth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91911, teléfono (619) 691-5564, vernon.moore@sweetwaterschools.org; o con Robert Hughes, Coordinador del Título IX en el 670 L Street, Suite G, Chula Vista, CA 91911, teléfono (619) 600-4900, compliance@sweetwaterschools.org; y con Sonia Picos, Coordinadora del Artículo 504 en el 1130 Fifth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91911, teléfono (619) 691-5564, sonia.picos@sweetwaterschools.org

Email: valerie.ruiz@sweetwaterschools.org
Website: https://moh.sweetwaterschools.org/
Location: 3250 Palm Avenue, San Diego, CA, USA
Phone: (619) 628 - 3800