New Information for the Week of February 6, 2022
- Principal's Update
- PFA Meeting
- NPHS Strings At Carnegie Hall!
- Colin Sahlman Breaks the 4 Minute Mile Barrier!
- DATA Student Recruitment
- Black History Month 2022
- Rock Your Rams Royal!
- Class Registration 2022-23
- Say Thanks To Our Amazing Employees!
- CVUSD Navigating College Support Services
- SDAC Reps: 2022-23 School Year
- Library News
- Job Boards and CCC Information
- NPHS Wellness Center Newsletter
- Panther TV Episode
- Athletics Update
Happy Sunday Panthers!
Happy Sunday Panthers!
I hope everyone had a great weekend, and I hope you are ready for another great week! Once again, I want to thank everyone as we continue to make great strides in keeping our students and staff safe and healthy on campus. Our positive test numbers are going down, and people are doing a great job of self-screening. Keep wearing your mask on campus when you are required to, and stay home if you or someone in the family is sick!
NPHS Tutoring Center Is Open For Business!
Does your student need some help with one of their classes? Don't pay for a tutor! Have them attend the NPHS tutoring center at lunch. Student tutors are available during the week under teacher supervision for all students. The schedule is posted below. Don't be afraid to ask for help. Drop and get the help you need!
NPHS Wellness Center Update
I am excited to announce that the NPHS Wellness Center will now be providing a weekly update for parents and students with their own newsletter. The link is provided with the link to the Library and CCC newsletters!
Mobile Testing Sites Are Open!
We are proud to announce that CVUSD will be home to new State Mobile Minibus Testing Sites being added to Ventura County beginning on January 31st. This new State Mobile Minibus Testing Site will be located at our three comprehensive high schools per the below schedule (the testing sites will be located at a distance from the school population of students and staff):
Newbury Park High School Testing Site Starting February 5th!
Will be open: Saturdays & Sundays from 10 am-6 pm
Thousand Oaks High School Testing Site Starting This Week
Will be open: Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays from 10 am-6 pm
Westlake High School Testing Site Starting This Week
Will be open: Thursdays & Fridays from 10 am-6 pm
The community will be able to register for appointments by calling 888-634-1123 or by visiting www.lhi.care/covidtesting.
Please note: appointments will not be available for booking until approximately 3-4 days prior to the testing site opening.
Keeping Your Eyes On The Prize
Now is the time for you to encourage your child to get off to that strong start and have a great semester 2 in all classes. Here is a reminder of the things your child can be doing each and every day to have a great second half of the year.
- Students should be building a daily academic routine, as part of an overall time management plan.
- Parents can become an observer in CANVAS by following the directions in this link or contacting the counseling office for assistance. Observer Link: https://community.canvaslms.com/t5/Video-Guide/Canvas-Overview-for-Observers/ta-p/383797
- Students should be taking advantage of new in-person and virtual tutoring for individual tutoring overseen by our NPHS teaching staff. CANVAS Course cards are available to all students. All they have to do is accept the invite to the course card that has all of the information.
- Students should be communicating with their teachers on a consistent basis with any questions, support needed, or access to content.
- We always recommend that students and parents should start with the teacher for questions related to courses students are taking.
- Students need to be participating in the athletic teams, co-curricular groups, clubs, and interest groups that inspire them in order to find the right balance between school work and school involvement.
- Students are able to access our new Wellness Center in room A3 which is staffed by mental health clinicians.
Let's Have A Great Week!
Please take some time to review all the new and important information in the newsletter and review it with your students! Thank you again for all of your support and understanding!
I hope everyone has a great week and let's get one percent better, Panthers!
WE ARE BETTER TOGETHER!
Mr. Lepire
Colin Sahlman Breaks the 4 Minute Mile Barrier!
Congratulations to Colin Sahlman for becoming the fourth high school runner ever to break the 4-minute mile barrier. Here is a brief excerpt from the Star
"Colin Sahlman delivered his signature kick Saturday afternoon against a field of college and professional runners, including a former Olympian. The Newbury Park High senior became the fourth high school runner to break four minutes in the mile indoors Saturday afternoon when he won the invitational 1-mile run at the Dr. Sander Invitational Columbia Challenge in New York City.
Juniors Lex Young and Aaron Sahlman competed in the invitational 3,000 meters and ran two of the four fastest times in high school history in the event"
Rock Your Rams Gear and Get A Rally Towel!
We are encouraging all staff and students to Rock their Royal and wear any Rams gear to support our hometown team, and The Los Angeles Rams are providing rally towels for all CVUSD students and staff. Towels will be distributed at lunch outside the main office on Friday for students to pick up the towels.
It's Almost Time to Pick Classes for Next Year!
- FUTURE SENIOR NIGHT:
- Click the link here to register for the virtual future senior night: https://conejousd-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvdOqtrTwrGNHrJgOWej0pOPepX_2-fi2x
- OR- Scan the QR code on the flyer below to register for your FUTURE grade level information presentation. Students and parents should attend!
Say Thanks To Our Amazing School Employees
Ventura County education employees are going above and beyond to keep schools operating during the pandemic. And "thank you" is something they don't hear often enough.
That's why Ventura County Superintendent of Schools, Dr. César Morales, is encouraging everyone in the community to post a message of thanks to a school employee on our Wall of Gratitude at www.vcoe.org/thanks. Please take a minute to write a note to that special someone who's making a difference for kids.
You can also read Dr. Morales's own message of gratitude to school employees at this link.
Concussion: What To Do
School Choice Applications are Available!
Any family interested family can contact NPHS for a school tour or information when we are holding are monthly Principal Coffee events.
Newbury Park High School Parent Faculty Association (PFA) is beginning a second membership drive. The NPHS PFA is a parent-run organization that supports the students, families, and staff at Newbury Park HS in a multitude of ways. Over the years PFA has run or assisted in the following:
· Core Literature Fundraiser (a portion of proceeds go back to NPHS English Department)
· Snacks and support at all on-site dances
· Honor roll BBQ
· EWaste event
· After Prom
· Staff appreciation lunch
· Hydration Stations and Technology grants
With continued support, we can accomplish even more. You can mail in or bring on the attached membership form or Venmo @NPHSPFA.
Sincerely,
NPHS PFA Board
Reporting Absences
If your student is going to miss in person or remote classes for any reason, please call the attendance office at 805-499-3645. La linea en espanol 498-3676 ext. 4000. All absences must be reported to the school by the student's legal guardian. Emails from students are not acceptable to report student absences. Students who miss class are still responsible for any missed work from their teachers and must communicate with their teachers to receive all instructions on how to complete any missing assignments or assessments.
Excessive Absences (9 days of absence on a block schedule, excused or unexcused)
Students will be put on an attendance contract, may be required to appear at a SARB meeting, and may require a doctor’s note to excuse any future absences.
Truancy is defined as being absent without permissible clearance within 72 hours. 9 truancies will result in disciplinary action and may affect a student’s grade.
Covid-19 Safety and Attendance
Families are asked to self-screen themselves each day before coming to school. If a student is sick, please have them stay home for their sake and for other Panthers.
Students are reminded that they must have a mask on covering their mouth and nose at all times when indoors. Students do not need to wear a mask when outdoors. Compliance with teachers and staff is essential to maximize instructional time when on campus.
It is important that all positive cases of COVID-19 are reported to the NPHS health office. If your student tests positive for COVID-19 we need to know in order to ensure we are supporting your student through their recovery. If your student has been exposed to someone who tests positive for COVID-19 we will assist you with the proper steps to avoid continued transmission and support your student while they are quarantined. No student who tests positive or has been exposed may be on campus during their quarantine period. The health and safety of our student body and staff is a top priority.
Any student who is exhibiting signs or symptoms of COVID-19 will have parent or guardian contacted and will be sent home. If you have any questions or concerns related to COVID-19, please reach out to our office. Teachers will work with students who need to miss school due to illness or exposure to COVID-19. At this time, there is no virtual option for students at NPHS; however, a teacher may opt to use Canvas to deliver work to students who are absent from class.
