Eagle Family News #4

IMPORTANT NEWS: Important Dates, SOS for Parents, Where I'm From - feature Perla Hamouda, Bookmark Contest, AVID Parent Night

ACADEMICS: Student Spotlight featuring Erik Martinez, Edgenuity Session 1, Eagles Traveling to SEA, Counseling Team, Follow the JGHS Counseling Team on Instagram!

ACTIVITIES: 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at SEA at 8:00am, ASB Card

ATHLETICS: Athletics Calendar: Mon 9.9 to Sat. 9.14, Student athlete profile.

Technology Update: Student Chromebook Wi-Fi, PowerSchool and Schoology on phones, How to access PowerSchool and Schoology on Chromebooks

COMMUNITY SCHOOLS & MARGARET'S PLACE:

PARENT INFORMATION: ELAC - Save the date,

Click on the "Master Calendar" button below for all events. Below are a few noteworthy events to look forward to:

Sept. 11 - 9/11 Ceremony @ Southeast Academy (8:00am)

Sept. 19- SLT Meeting 3:45pm

This week's share if from senior, Kiara Ruiz.

Eagles,

Consider entering the contest below

Thank you to our amazing AVID parents for joining us on Thursday.

AVID families were invited to a Parent Reception in the AVID Tutorial Room before Back to School Night began and 16 students and families join us. The purpose was to welcome and build partnerships to help AVID best understand how to help their child/student.

We are spotlighting Erik Martinez, a proud senior Eagle at John Glenn High School. Erik is a member of both the JGHS Robotics Club and Boys Wrestling Team. He is enrolled in the TCAP Pathway, as well as AP Computer Science A and a dual enrollment Spanish class through Cerritos College. Erik said the Eagles around him have been high achieving, and this made him want to work as hard as possible, to beat his own past accomplishments, and move forward with a vision for his future. He sees the best vision of himself as hard working and aims to be a mechanical engineer after graduating from Glenn.

Erik stated, "Robotics taught me that I love to build things" and that, "the accomplishments of winning after all the hard work really pays off."

Erik is proud to be a John Glenn Eagle. He said in middle school he was unfocused, but when he got to Glenn, "I felt like I belonged here and it made me want to do something. Wrestling taught me life skills and how to become better. The people around me motivated me." Notably, Erik mentioned teachers who have inspired and pushed him to be better, such as Mr. Franco, Ms. Norman, Mr. Parra, and Mr. Sul.

Erik's counselor, Mr. Castaños said, "I so appreciate Erik. I have witnessed his ability to overcome obstacles, and his commitment to advocate for himself. Erik has faced challenges throughout his academic journey, yet he consistently demonstrates resilience and determination. Rather than allowing himself to be limited by obstacles, he has embraced them as opportunities to grow. His willingness to help others is one of the strongest marks of his character and integrity, making him a great example and influence within our John Glenn community. Keep up the good work, Brother!"

Congratulations on all you have accomplished through hard work and determination, Erik. We know you have a bright future ahead! Glenn Eagles Soar!

Congratulations Eagles and Bulldogs! Keep up the hard work and dedication! What a great start to the school year!

Eagles! If you are currently enrolled in Edgenuity, be sure to take advantage of this opportunity to make up credits. You can make up to 2 courses per session, which means you should complete your first course by Sept. 17th.

Reach out to your Edgenuity Coordinator, Mr. Barr or Ms. Johnson, if you need support with:

• Unlocking a test
• Logging into Edgenuity
• Password Reset/Issues
• General Edgenuity Questions

Mr. Barr

• kbarr@nlmusd.org
• Room 708
• Schoology: Kevin Barr

Ms. Johnson

• cjohnson@nlmusd.org
• Room 501
• Schoology: Cynthia Johnson

Eagles,

Do you have a class on the SEA campus? If so, be prepared to show your JGHS ID starting Fri., 9/6, when requested by security or office staff.

Eagles, you have an amazing support team on your side all the way through high school. Stop by 305 to see your counselor if you have any questions about classes, college, career, dual enrollment opportunities, or if you need support. You can also scan the QR Code or click the link below to make an appt.

JGHS

• Ms. Patty Sierra
• All AVID students
• 9th - 12th Grade, Last Name A-Gar
• Mr. Paul Castanos
• All TCAP and AMP students

• 9th - 12th Grade, Last Name Gar-N
• Ms. Sendy Engstrum
• All ACE and Newcomer students
• 9th - 12th Grade, Last Name O-Z
• Ms. Monica Afshar
• All Horticulture students
• All 9th - 12th Grade Students for College & Career opportunities

SEA

• Sgt. Femi Cervantes
• All SEA Cadets

At Glenn, learning doesn't only happen in the classroom or only during the school year!

This June, JGHS staff, students, and alumni spent eleven days visiting Osaka, Kiyoto, Takayama, and Tokyo, JAPAN!

The next trip is scheduled for the summer of 2025 to COSTA RICA! And Summer 2026 will be Venice, the Alps, Paris with Disney Paris included. See Ms. Johnson in Room 501 for more information.

Our ASB Card is only $40.00. This will allow any ASB Card holder free admission to all home league games. They will save money on dances and receive a free parent card! YOU MUST PURCHASE YOUR ASB CARD BY SEPT. 20th TO RECEIVE THE FREE PARENT CARD.

Our John Glenn High School Alumni Association is hosting a Golf Tournament . Proceeds will be donated to JGHS Football Program. Please consider sponsoring a hole for only $50.00. If you would like to golf in the tournament, contact Mr. Parra at Jparra@nlmusd.k12.ca.us. We look forward to connecting with former Eagles!

How long have you been playing volleyball?

Valerie: This is really my first time playing volleyball, its my first season. I hadn’t played before, but I wanted to join a sport and volleyball looked super cool. Now my preferred position is on the right side.

Abigail: I play in the middle and this is my second year playing. Similar, I hadn’t played volleyball until my first season last year.

What is your favorite volleyball memory so far?

Valerie: This last game, 2 days ago actually. I was able to serve and it was my firs time serving. I was a little nervous but I was ready and prepared.

Abigail: For me it’s every practice because all of the team is there for one another, and we all elevate our moods.

What are your plans for after high school?

Abigail: I want to get into the medical field, but I’m not sure what college or university I want to go to yet. But for sure working with babies most likely a neonatologist.

Valerie: I want to go to college and become an anesthesiologist. It seems like such an interesting career, plus they make great money.

Who is your favorite teacher?

Abigail: Mr. Skipper is so supportive and he is always there, no matter what. He also has a great sense of humor he is really funny.

Valerie: For me its Mr. Cueto. He teaches us to draw step by steps and its made me better.

Kayla Sibrian

Margaret’s Place Counselor

John Glenn High School

p. | (562) 210-3000 ext. 5303 e. |

www.joetorre.org

Mission Statement:

All students will attain the knowledge, competencies, and leadership skills to be future ready, productive citizens who improve our community.

Vision Statement and School Wide Learner Outcomes:

John Glenn High School will graduate students who can pursue post-secondary options of their choice. They will become:

• Strategic Problem Solvers and Thinkers
• Technologically Proficient Communicators and Collaborators
• Academic Achievers
• Responsible, Ethical, and Productive Global Citizens

Website: https://johnglenn.nlmusd.org/
Location: 13520 Shoemaker Avenue, Norwalk, CA, USA
Phone: (562) 210-3000