PHOENIX HIGH SCHOOL

We are now over 33% through the school year, and Friday was the end of the second marking period. For more up-to-date grades, please check Infinite Campus/Google Classroom. We look forward to seeing at our next Parent, Student and Teacher Conference Day, whch is scheduled for Monday, November 13, 2023.

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA):

AB469 was signed into law stating all seniors must fill out a financial aid application (either the FAFSA or CADAA). The applications are set to open in late December. Ms. Cuevas, will be providing students and families with information on when, how, and what is needed to complete the application. For more information, please visit: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

For information on Scholarships, please visit: https://santateresahigh.esuhsd.org/academics/school-counseling/financial-aid-scholarships

• VETERAN'S DAY - NO SCHOOL - NOVEMBER 10, 2023
• PARENT, STUDENT, TEACHER CONFERENCE DAY - MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13
• THANKSGIVING - NO SCHOOL - NOVEMBER 20-24, 2023
• GRADING PERIOD #3 ENDS, DECEMBER 21
• HOLIDAY BREAK - DECEMBER 22, 2023 - JANUARY 5, 2024
• MLK DAY - NO SCHOOL- JANUARY 15, 2024
• PARENT, STUDENT, TEACHER CONFERENCE DAY - MONDAY, JANUARY 22
• GRADING PERIOD #4 ENDS, FEBRUARY 16
• WINTER BREAK - NO SCHOOL - FEBRUARY 19 - 23, 2024
• PARENT, STUDENT, TEACHER CONFERENCE DAY - MONDAY, MARCH 4
• CESAR CHAVEZ DAY - NO SCHOOL MARCH 29, 2024
• SPRING BREAK - APRIL 1-5, 2024
• GRADING PERIOD #5 ENDS, APRIL 12
• PARENT, STUDENT, TEACHER CONFERENCE DAY - MONDAY, APRIL 22
• MEMORIAL DAY - NO SCHOOL - MAY 27, 2024
• PHOENIX GRADUATION CEREMONY - May 29
• GRADING PERIOD #6 ENDS, MAY 30
• LAST DAY OF SCHOOL - MAY 30, 2024

We are in NEED for parents/guardians to serve in our Phoenix Schoot Site Council. Parents/Guardians, interested in serving in our PX School Site Council, please contact Mr. Papin or Ms. Cuevas. Meetings are usually once every 4-6 weeks, on a Monday, 1PM-2PM.

Our next meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 11 2023, 1PM.

YOUR VOICE COUNTS!

Pro-Com Athletic League allows student athletes from local (Gilroy, Morgan Hill, San Jose) continuation high schools the opportunity to compete in organized athletics, which they may not normally have the opportunity to do. Phoenix has come out strong in this flag football season, starting 2-0 with wins over Broadway High School and Central High School! They will face their next opponent on Tuesday.

Monday, November 6th, Alcatraz

Monday, December, 4th, Christmas at the Park

STUDENT ELIGIBIITY FOR FUTURE FIELD TRIPS

• 90% of attendance (no more than 2 absences, 3 tardies = 1 absence, including tutorial, per Marking Period

• Passing all core classes

• If a student was assigned a Saturday school and did not attend, he/she is ineligible

• No behavior referrals/incidents the week of the scheduled field trip

• Students on contracts may be eligible pending review by a school administrator.

A friendly reminder please sign-up for REMIND:

Send a Text to: 81010

Text the following;

@ckag6e

On October 23, 2023, Deputy District Attorney, Byron Suarez, presented to our student body.

His motivational speech covered: his personal journey, the impact of a higher education, benefits and laws that impact 18 years-old. The goal was to educate our students that with great powers comes great responsibilities in our communities.

11/9, 1:30PM @ ST Library

Workshop: How to land a job (resume, job search, prepare for that interview) by SJ Works.

11/16, 1:30PM @ ST Library

Workshop: How to build your resume, by SJSU, Career Center

11/28, 1:30PM @ ST Library

San Jose Conservation Corps, will also be tabling during lunch

12/12, 1:30PM, @ ST Library

Trade School Presentation by Pipes, Trades Training Center

12/20, 1:30 PM @ ST Library

SVCTE Presentation for ALL 11th Graders

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Presentations: American Government Class, student will create their FAFSA ID.

Senior Portraits
Phoenix HS does not host Senior Portraits.
You are welcome to contact the Santa Teresa High School Vendor,
Now and Forever Studios: (408) 354-8660.

Link: https://www.nowandforeverstudio.com/

FREE ONLINE TUTORING

ESUHSD now has a new tutoring platform! Students can access this by logging into their ECARMS account at ecarms.esuhsd.org and clicking on the "PAPER" app icon.

Paper.com is an online tutoring service that is available for all students!

Here is some information that answers frequently asked questions about Paper.com: click here

Here is another tutoring resource from the San Jose Library system:

TUTOR.COM

The Mental Health and Wellness Center is located in Room 801

The Mental Health and Wellness team includes social workers, interns, and community based organizations (CBO’s) that work together to provide mental health support to IHS students. The Wellness Center team offers referrals to community resources, group counseling, short term individual counseling, crisis intervention and education about mental health and wellness.

How do I submit a referral?

Students, parents, teachers, and community members may submit a referral for any student at Independence by visiting the link below and filling out a Care Team referral form. A social worker or intern will follow up with the student.

Care Team Referral form: https://forms.doc-tracking.com/48252/48252/2416

Calming Space: The Calming Space is designed as a space for students who are experiencing stress in class and need a short break to self-regulate. Before students visit the Calming Space, we ask that they check in with their teacher and request a pass. Students may spend 15 minutes in the Calming Space; if they need more time, a wellness center staff member will check in to discuss additional resources and support. We ask that students always check in with an adult when they arrive and before they leave the Calming Space, keep their phones away, and that they try at least one station in the space. Stop by to take a look!

Staff CONTACT Information

Rachel Ghezzi, LCSW, PPSC

• Social Worker/MHWC Coordinator

• (408) 347-6236

• ghezzir@esuhsd.org

Alonso Avalos, MSW, PPSC

• Social Worker

• (408) 347-6229

• avalosa@esuhsd.org

Instagram: @stwellnesscenter

Steve Papin is your Parent Community Involvement Specialists. I am located in our Phoenix Main Office, I am available to all students, parents, and staff. As your Parent and Community Involvement Specialist I am here to provide support and guidance to students and families through school and community resources. Phoenix High School encorages parent & community involvement in an effort to support student and school success.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

● 988 Crisis and Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Get Help - Behavioral Health Services - County of Santa Clara (sccgov.org); informational flyer for mental health teams (attached)

● Black Youth & Suicide: A guide on suicide risk and mental health support for Black youth in Santa Clara County

● LGBTQ Youth Space (ages 13-25): https://youthspace.org/

● allcove: https://allcove.org/centers/palo-alto/

● Downtown Youth Wellness Center (ages 12-25) – flyer attached; Programs – Alum Rock Counseling Center (alumrockcc.org)

● Santa Clara County Office of Education - Department of Youth Health & Wellness

● Headspace for Teens: https://www.headspace.com/teens

● Crisis Text Line: https://www.crisistextline.org

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mr. Papin.

OUR MISSION:

Provide a safe and caring environment where students achieve their academic, personal, and social development required to continue learning, pursue post-secondary education compete in a dynamic job market, and parcipate in a diverse, democratic society. Like the mythological bird from hence the school was named are, Phoenix students RISE ! Phoenix High School aims to build a community of students who are:

R esponsible, I nquisive, S ocially Adept, and E ducationally Sound