2324.13 Grizzly Growler

MONDAY NOV 13

LUNCH Oregon State University Presentation in the Future Center

3:30 PM ALL Math Tutoring w/ Mr. Porcelli in 770

3:30 PM Bio + Chem Tutoring in 550

TUESDAY NOV 14

Late Start

Tackle it Tuesday - Sign up to work on college applications HERE

3:30 PM ALL Math Tutoring w/ Mr. Billings in 685

3:30 PM Calculus Tutoring w/ Mr. Guseman in 680

3:30 PM The Writing Den w/ Mr. Leuthe in 345

3:30 PM Bio + Chem Tutoring in 550

WEDNESDAY NOV 15

7:20 AM Honors Alg 2 Tutoring w/ Carrier & Davis in 650

LUNCH Pacific Rim Mechanical- Learn about careers in the Construction Trade @ ASB tables

3:30 PM Calculus Tutoring w/ Mrs. Brewster in 660

THURSDAY NOV 16

3:30 PM Bio + Chem Tutoring in 550

3:30 PM The Writing Den w/ Mrs. Yorba in 505

FRIDAY NOV 17

7:20 AM ALL Math Tutoring w/ Mrs. Davis in 650

5:30-7:30 PM Mud Cave Kids Workshop (register here)

7:00 PM Football Varsity CIF DI Semi-Finals VS El Camino @Mission Hills

>> Buy Tickets Here (all fans need a ticket to enter the stadium)

SATURDAY NOV 18

2:30 PM Basketball, Girls Varsity Non-league VS TBA @TBA

6:00 PM Basketball, Boys Junior Varsity Madison Tourney VS Canyon Crest @Madison

NOVEMBER 20-24: FALL BREAK (No school)

SENIOR SPIRIT WEEK (11/13-11/17)

• MON: Flannels and Fall Sweaters
• TUES: Pajama
• WED: Fall Colors
• THURS: College and Career
• FRI: Senior Jeans

Come out and enjoy our lunch events every day in the Plaza!

2023-2024 LCAP SURVEY

Please take a moment to respond to the 2023-24 LCAP survey. This year we are starting the survey early in order to elicit as much feedback as possible. This year we are beginning the development of a new three year LCAP, and therefore, are administering the survey early to elicit as much community involvement as possible. All parents, staff, and students grades 5-12 are encouraged take the survey.

>> Click here to take the 2023-2024 LCAP Survey

>> LCAP Educational Partner Presentation 23-24 (ENGLISH)

>> LCAP Educational Partner Presentation 23-24 (SPANISH)

The proceeds earned by the PTO for the 23/24 school year will help MHHS fund Safety, Interventions & Support (Attendance incentives & Zen Den), CTE, VAPA, Math & Avid, Fund the Den, Disney Grad Night and Staff appreciation events for our fabulous staff at MHHS.

Please take a moment to learn a little bit more about who the PTO is and what we do for Mission Hills.

Each month the PTO likes to do a little something for the MHHS staff to let them know how they are appreciated!! This month we hosted a sweet treat bar for them. If you would like to donate to the PTO to help us with these events, please email mhhsptofundraising@gmail.com.

FUND THE DEN

A fundraising initiative of the PTO. A cash ask & 100% utilized to benefit students, educators, & staff. Each donation makes a difference. Thank you in advance!!!

https://mission-hills-high-school-pto.square.site/product/FundtheDen_2023-2024/32

LEGACY BRICK FUNDRAISER IS BACK

The PTO is happy to announce our annual Legacy Brick fundraiser is back. These are a great way to honor your student(s), clubs, sports program, teachers, and staff members!! You can personalize your brick with names, dates, special messages, and Grizzly clip art. See the attached flyer for details, or click on the link: https://polarengraving.com/missionhillspto

The PTO now has a Corporate Sponsor Program. If you own a business, or know of a business who may want to support the MHHS PTO please see the flyer below. This is a great way to support the school, and advertise your business to all the Grizzlies and their supporters. If you have any questions email mhhsptofundraising@gmail.com.

>> View Flier Here

ParentVUE | Automatic Notifications

Did you know that you can automatically receive notifications for your student’s grades, either at a designated time or when grades fall below a certain level? To receive (or to stop receiving) email notifications regarding grades, and/or Grade Book scores from ParentVUE, please follow these steps:

Using the ParentVUE mobile app:

1. Log in to your account.

2. Click "My Account"

3. Click "Notify"

4. Check the events for which ParentVUE will email information to you when an event occurs for any of your children. Uncheck to stop receiving notifications.

5. Click "Update"

6. A confirmation will appear that you have successfully saved your preference.

Using the web browser:

1. Login to https://ca-sanmar-psv.edupoint.com/

2. Click "My Account"

3. Scroll to "Auto Notify: Check the events for which ParentVUE will e-mail information to you when an event occurs for any of your children". Check any of the events, or uncheck any of the events to stop receiving emails.

4. An Update Account button appears. Click Update Account and a confirmation message will appear.

FUTURE READY WORKSHOPS

SMUSD is partnering with SD Workforce Partnership on a series of workshops that will be for parents to learn about the future of careers, and how they may support their children post K-12. These will be done via Zoom.

>> Click here for more information.

CARE SOLACE

24/7/365 Mental Health Care Coordination Service for San Marcos Unified School District Students, Staff, and their Families: https://www.caresolace.com/site/sanmarcos

MUD CAVE KIDS WORKSHOP

Date: November 17th, 5:30-7:30

Cost: $30 per child

>> Click here to view the flier

WANT TO ORDER SCHOOL PICTURES?

Families can phone the Gerardy Photography office at 760-747-2263, M-F from 8:30-4:30. One of their customer service experts would be happy to help. This is NOT for senior portraits.

SENIOR PORTRAITS

Please schedule your senior portraits at Keane Studios before Winter Break to make sure they're in the yearbook! Click here for more information.

NEED TO EMAIL YOUR COUNSELOR?

A-Ca | Mrs. Baker: cherryl.baker@smusd.org

Ce-Gal | Mrs. Segal: angela.segal@smusd.org

Gam-Ja | Mr. Cruz: eric.cruz@smusd.org

Je-Men | Ms. Garcia: imelda.garcia@smsud.org

Mer-Pi | Mrs. Goldstein: kathleen.goldstein@smusd.org

Pl-Sh | Mrs. Martinez Alejandre: susan.martinezalejandre@smusd.org

Si-Z | Mrs. Rios: adriana.rios@smusd.org

Click here for the Counseling Department website.

PROGRESS REPORT DATES

09/22/23 Progress Report 1

11/03/23 Progress Report 2

12/14/23 Semester 1 Final Report Card

ParentVUE

If you are new to MHHS, need a ParentVUE Activation Code, or have trouble logging into your account, please contact Angela Ochoa at Angela.Ochoa@smusd.org or (760) 290-2720.

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AP/HONORS TUTORING

>> Visit AP/H Website
>> View AP/HONORS TUTORING CALENDAR

ENGLISH

>> View WRITING DEN FLIER

MATH
>> View MATH TUTORING FLIER

SCIENCE

>> View BIO AND CHEM TUTORING FLIER

BRAINFUSE

>> Free Online Tutoring through the Public Library

TUTORING RESOURCES

In addition to asking your teacher for help, attached is some information about AP/Honors Tutoring and Math Tutoring. Also, all California students have access to BrainFuse free through the public library website linked. They offer online tutoring, writing assistance, and more.

Office Hours 2023-24

Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.- 4 p.m.

760-290-2700

WEBSITE // Please check missionhillshigh.smusd.org for daily updates and information.

At Mission Hills we strive to provide our students and families with clear and effective communication. If you would like to see additional information in our newsletter please reach out and let us know. As always, we are here to help and support our community.