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Principal's Message
Happy Friday Cougar Families!
We would like to encourage everyone to attend and participate in our monthly Coffee with the Principal engagement opportunity. We meet every month on the last Tuesday morning in the staff lounge and Wednesday evening on Zoom. The purpose of these meetings is to share with you pertinent information about the school, encourage families to get involved, and provide you with an opportunity to ask questions.
Please join us on either Tuesday October 25th at 8:30am for our in-person event or virtual town hall on Wednesday, October 26th at 5:00pm. Please click HERE for the Zoom link.
October is Italian American and German American Heritage Month. We would like to use this opportunity to recognize and honor the culture and contributions of Italian Americans and German Americans.
Upcoming Events:
- Saturday, October 22nd: Band Field Show & Future Fest @ Cuyamaca College
- October 24-28th: Red Ribbon Week
- October 25th-26th: Dance Lab
- Tuesday, October 25th: Coffee With the Principal @ 8:30am
- Wednesday, October 26th: Virtual Coffee With the Principal @ 5pm
- Monday, October 31st: Halloween
- Saturday, November 5th: Band Field Show Mira Mesa HS
- November 9-10th: Dance Show
- November 9-11th: Camp LEAD
- Wednesday, November 9th: Band Field Show Westview HS
- Friday, November 11th: No School - Veteran’s Day
- Saturday, November 12th: Band Field Show Rancho Buena Vista HS
- Monday, November 14: Quarter 2 Progress Reports
- Tuesday, November 15: Graduacion de PIQE @ 5 pm
- Wednesday, November 16th: School Site Council Meeting @ 3:45pm
- Saturday, November 19th: Band Field Show Championship
- November 21-25th: Thanksgiving Break - No School
- Tuesday, November 29th: Coffee With the Principal @ 8:30am
- Wednesday, November 30th: Virtual Coffee With the Principal @ 5pm
For Seniors Only:
College Application Workshops: Every Monday in October blocks 1 & 4
FAFSA Workshops (sign up in Naviance): Oct 26, Nov 9 & 15, Dec 8 & 14 from 5-6:30pm
SCHS PTO
PTO has been busy this October recognizing both our students and staff. On 10/13/22, we supported the Quarter 1 Cougar Stars luncheon and on 10/19/22, we provided staff a grab and go snack prior to thier All Staff Meeting. Next up will be our Annual Pie and Cider Day for the staff...with the holidays quickly approaching, it's a great opportunity to share our gratitude and appreciation with them. If you would like to contribute needed items for our Pie and Cider Day, keep an eye out for a Sign Up Genius list in the next few weeks.
The next monthly PTO Meeting is set for Tuesday, 11/01/22, from 5-6 pm in the Staff Lounge. While we love the opportunity to engage with everyone in person, we understand that sometimes it just isn't possible given busy schedules. So, we will again offer a virtual option to attend the monthly PTO meetings. Stay tuned for the link on our website and social media pages (Facebook - Steele Canyon High School PTO and Instagram - schspto).
As always, we appreciate your membership to support our students, staff and school community. Thank you to those who have already joined SCHS PTO! If you would like to join at any membership level, please visit our website.
Senior Panoramic photo
Purchase your Class of 2023 Senior Panoramic photo!
The Deadline to order is October 23rd, 2022 for free delivery to school.
Cost: $20.00
To order visit our website at www.cherishedmemoriesphotography.com or call (951) 304-4133
Senior Website/Interview Help
We will be offering Beyond the Bell tutorials for Senior Website/Interview Help for Early Grad Seniors on November 15, 17, 29, and 30. Both AM and PM Beyond the Bell times will be available for the 15th, 17th, and 29th. On November 30th only the PM time will be available. Any questions please feel free to contact Mr. Stephens in F101 or via email at dstephens@schscougars.org.
Future Fest 2022!
This Saturday YOU have plans! You are going to attend the district college and career fair at Cuyamaca College from 9 am to 12 pm. This is the BIG one, and it's for all students. More information, including the program, is available on the district website at www.guhsd.net. Learn more about applying to a UC, CSU, or private university or more about financial aid and scholarships in one of 9 workshops, or find out what career opportunities are available to you. Students from the whole district will be there... will YOU be there?
Red Ribbon Week
Next week, Club Rise is promoting Red Ribbon Week, an alcohol, tobacco, and other drug and violence prevention awareness campaign observed annually in October in the United States. It began as a tribute to fallen DEA special agent Enrique Camerena in 1985.
- Thursday: Friday Night Live will be in the quad at lunch playing music. Students can pledge to be substance-free by putting painted handprints on a pledge poster.
- Thursday: Red Ribbon spirit day: wear black for the Blackout!
- Friday: Red Ribbon spirit day: wear red for the Redout!
Club Rise meets on Wednesdays at lunch in room E202 and that everyone is welcome!
Donate Gently Worn Clothes!
Save the Planet Club is hosting a thrifting event in order to discourage fast fashion and all proceeds will be donated to Sharia's Closet in El Cajon. They are currently accepting donations. Any clothes that are not purchased during the event will be donated to Sharia's Closet. along with the proceeds.
CTE Pathways
Check out some of the amazing CTE pathways offered at SCHS!
DanceLab
Dynasty Dance Team and Club Groove will be performing at DanceLab at Helix on October 25th and 26th.
Steele Regiment
Congratulations to Steele Regiment who took 1st place at the Valhalla Field Tournament on Oct 15th! They compete on October 22nd at Poway High School, performing at 6:45 P.M. Good Skills Steele Regiment!
Sports, Sports, and More Sports!
Check next weeks schedule for upcoming sporting events! Blue is home, red/pink is away.
Gymnastics Club is planning on having their first meeting on Monday October 24th from 4-5pm in the mezzanine.
Senior night for varsity cheer
Camp LEAD
If your student is interested in attending Camp LEAD this year (11/9-11/11), please remind them to turn their application into the Wellness Center ASAP. Spots are being reserved on a first come first serve basis. Applications are available in the Counseling Office and Wellness Center.
PIQE
Atencíon todos los padres latinos de Steele Canyon High School,
Acompañenos a nuestros talleres de PIQE en español todos los martes a las 9:30 a.m. en el Staff Lounge y 6 pm. via Zoom. Para mas información hablen con la Sra. Jaggard via email mjaggard@schscougars.org .
Los esperamos!
Free Parent Webinars
The San Diego County Office of Education is hosting free parent webinars on mental health topics. Registration required, see flyer for info.
12/15
Taking Care of Your Emotional and Mental Health While Parenting
11/29
How Parents Can Help Their Children Manage Anxiety
College Visits at SCHS
Upcoming Events from the College & Career Center
Check out the upcoming events coming from the College & Career Center!
Drive Safe - the Cougar Way
Friendly reminder to drive cautiously as you enter and exit the campus. Campus Supervisors are here to keep the traffic moving - please follow all traffic directions from security personnel. Reminder that we do not provide access for cars at the back of the school during the school day.