Hello Andrew Hill Families,

I hope everyone enjoyed the three-day weekend and had a chance to rest and connect with loved ones. As we return from Veterans Day, I want to take a moment to thank and honor the veterans within our school community who have served our country. A special thank you to our Army veterans Mr. Alexcis Lara, Mr. Trent McLane, and Mr. Tuan Nguyen, and to our Navy veterans Mr. Phil Hernandez and Mr. Trent McLane. We are deeply grateful for their service.

We encourage students to reflect on the importance of Veterans Day and recognize the bravery and dedication of those who have served. Thank you to our veterans for their commitment to our nation and to making our community stronger.

Here’s to a meaningful week ahead, and thank you as always for your continued support.

Best,

Miss Hoang

IB Learning Profile Trait of the Month: In November, FALCONS strive to be Inquirers: We nurture our curiosity, developing skills for inquiry and research. We know how to learn independently and with others. We learn with enthusiasm and sustain our love of learning throughout life.

IB Question of the Week: What constitutes a "good reason" for us to accept a claim?

IB Testing: Last call for IB testing forms. If you plan on taking an IB exam this year, your exam registration form is due by November 14. Turn your forms in at the Learning Center during break or lunch.

• Monday: 11/11 (No School)

• No Student Athletic/Activities

• Tuesday: 11/12 (Regular)

• November ASB Senate (11:39 AM - 12:33 PM)

• November Interclub Council Meeting (12:33 - 1:03 PM - Lunch)

• Wednesday: 11/13 (Block - 1, 3, 5, 7)

• MP 2 Grade Conference with School Counselor - Learning Center (5:30 - 7:00 PM)

• Coffee with the Principal - Learning Center (6:00 PM)

• Thursday: 11/14 (Block - 2, 4, 6, Staff Meeting - Entire Staff)

• No Student Athletic/Activities

• Friday: 11/15 (Regular)

• MP 2 Grade Conference with School Counselor - Zoom (8:45 - 10:15 AM)

• Coffee with the Principal - Zoom (9:00 - 10:00 AM)

• Saturday: 11/16 (No School)

• Saturday School - Student Union (8:30 - 12:30 PM)

• On Thursdays all students start at 8:30am, be ready for more morning traffic.
• On Thursdays all students get out at 2:23pm, be ready for more after school traffic.
  • Student Union and all offices close at 2:30pm every Thursday (will open next day at 8:00am)
• Singleton Parking lot gates will be closed around 9:00am
• Singleton Pedestrian gate will be closed at the start of 2nd period (9:40am most days)

Athletic Game Tickets:

You can now Purchase Athletic Game Tickets ONLINE

Tickets will be $1 more for each ticket purchase. You can also scan the QR Code.

🏀 Get Your Season Passes for Basketball! 🏀

Don't miss a minute of the action this season! Boys' and Girls' Basketball season passes are now available for purchase. Enjoy all the games, support our teams, and save with a season pass!

Season Pass Pricing:

• Adult Pass: $56
• Senior Pass (65+): $42
• Child Pass (under 18): $7

Secure your pass now and cheer on our teams as they give it their all on the court! 🎉

For more information or to purchase your pass, please go to Go Fan!

Falcon Olympics Volleyball

Get ready for the next Falcon Olympics event: Volleyball! Join us from November 18th to 22nd during lunch in the Large Gym. Make sure to arrive 5 minutes after the bell to get in on the action!

Sign up by scanning the QR code on the flyer, or stop by room 407 for more information. Compete for the chance to win a $150 DoorDash prize!

Don’t miss out—bring your energy, skills, and Falcon spirit to the court. Let’s make it a week to remember! 🏐

Linksgiving:

We’re excited to share that ASB and Link Crew are hosting Linksgiving on Thursday, November 21, from 2:30 to 3:30 PM in the Eschenfelder Hall! This special event is our way of welcoming and celebrating our Freshmen class. Through Linksgiving, we aim to strengthen connections within our school community and help freshmen feel supported and valued.

Teachers have nominated freshmen for this event, and invitations will be sent out next week. We’re looking forward to hosting around 60 freshmen and giving them a memorable experience with food, fun activities, and a chance to make new friends!

Thank you for your support as we continue building a positive community for all of our students!

ASB Cards:

Attention all student Falcons! ASB cards are currently on sale. ASB cards allow students:

- Free admission to home sporting events

- Free admission to East Side Union High School District away sporting events

- Discount at Dances

- Discount at School Events

- Discount on Yearbook

- Discount on Senior Activities

Please purchase your ASB card for $30 at the school bank!

DCAC:

Seniors, do you need help with your college applications? Stop by the Learning Center every day during lunch to get college application assistance. There will be college advisers available to help you, with school lunch provided. If you can’t make it, you can also stop by the College and Career Center in room 401 for after school drop-in application assistance. It take places every Monday and Thursday from 2-4:30 pm in room 401.

Hello Seniors!

We're gearing up for an exciting prom season and need your help! We're seeking volunteers to assist with a fundraising event at the Stanford Concession on Saturday, November 16, 2024. Your support will directly contribute to lowering the cost of prom tickets.

If you're interested in volunteering, please message us on our Instagram page. Every bit of help makes a big difference! Thank you for your support!

Keep an eye out for senior updates here!

Class of 2025, please take a moment to schedule your senior portrait in the San Jose Studio. The scheduling site is now ready for you to self-schedule your senior portraits. Please use the link provided to reserve a day and time for your appointment.

Click on this link Prestige Studio Scheduling

1. Create an account by entering a user name and password ( or log in if you already have an account)
   
2. Click on Book Appointment button
3. Select the Prestige Location using select button on the right (San Carlos and San Jose are on page 2)
4. Enter your school's name and locate your school on the list
5. Select Session Option by checking the box on the right of the session you desire
6. Confirm the Selection
7. Select a Date and Time that works best
8. Enter parent/guardian information
9. Enter Student Information
10. Finalize Appointment (You should be able to see confirmation page and email)

Class of 2025: Cap & Gown Information

Seniors / Parents,

The Grad Company is our Cap & Gown vendor. You can place orders online anytime!

Click here to view the full Product Catalog. Catalogs and order forms will be handed out to all seniors on 11/4. Extra copies will be available in the main office, and also attached below.

Click here to visit our website.

Questions?

Call the Grad Company office at (925) 736 0679 or Mike Rabago cell (925) 876 7731.

Attention Global Glimpse Nominees!

If you were nominated for Global Glimpse and need help with your application, stop by Room 407 for support! We’ll be offering application assistance today, November 12, 2024 from 3:00 - 5:00 PM and tomorrow, November 13, 2024 from 2:30 - 5:00 PM.

Take advantage of this opportunity to get tips and guidance as you complete your application. We’re here to help, and we want to see you succeed!

There will be food (:

November ASB Senate Meeting: Save the Date! ASB Senate will have it's first meeting on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 during 4th Period in Dahl Hall! Learn more about upcoming club events, like Winterfest. Please send your representatives!

November Interclub Council Meeting: Save the Date! Interclub Council will have it's first meeting on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 during lunch in Dahl Hall. Learn more about about upcoming club events, like Winterfest, and your accounts. See you there!

"We do not have government by the majority. We have government by the majority who participate." —Thomas Jefferson 🇺🇸🗳️✨

Drivers Ed:

• When: January 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2025
• Time: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
• Location: Dahl Hall (S100)
• Requirements: Students must attend all four sessions to receive a completion certificate.

Please fill out this google form to sign-up!

If you have any questions, please email Miss Hoang (hoangh@esuhsd.org) or Monserrat Flores (monserrat.flores@svefoundation.org).

Lost and Found:

Falcons! Have you lost your water bottle, sweater, tray, swim clothes, PE clothes, or some smaller items, then come on down to the attendance office and claim your items.

ASSETs:

Join any of our after school special interest classes (linked).

Before & After-School Tutoring:

Attention! Before and after-school tutoring starts this week in room 407! Need help in your classes? We’re here to help! Open every day! Can’t make it in person? Check out Paper.co on our school website for online tutoring for all subjects, 24 hrs a day, every day!

School Culture and Traditions: Check out our school website for lots of great information, and to hear our 8 Claps fight song that we are learning for all our games.

Community Advocate Teens of Today (CATT) are currently recruiting new members for the upcoming school year. CATT is a youth-led advocacy coalition working to counter pro-tobacco influences and expose tobacco industry practices. CATT’s mission is to reduce tobacco use among teens in Santa Clara County through education, advocacy, and youth engagement.

They offer community service hours in exchange for participation in our activities. This includes park cleanups, public comment at city council meetings, art and creative projects, participation in community events, planning and implantation of events, and so much more! They provide training for professional development, skill building, and frequently share community engagement opportunities to all our CATT members.

You Can apply here: https://forms.gle/bskkeJQcRQ4o7jsV9. If you or students have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Marina via email at marina.torres@phd.sccgov.org.

What kind of issues does the Mental Health & Wellness Center address?

The center addresses a wide variety of issues such as:

• Stress/anxiety symptoms

• Low mood/depression symptoms

• Sexual orientation/gender identity questions

• Family/home Issues

• Chronic illness

• Substance use

• Violence and abuse

• Peer relationships/social supports

• Cultural supports

• Crisis support (during school hours)

• Off-site resources & referrals

Tools available for students to use in the center include:

• Art therapy tools
• Calming techniques
• Fidgets tools other manipulatives
• Aromatherapy
• Sound therapy
• Sensory materials (including tea)
• Learning materials, magazines, and books

Hello Falcons! Here is the calendar for November, we will be hosting a slime event and kindness rock painting! Please share with students! Thank you!

11th Grade:

Hello! (: I've returned from maternity leave - my contact information can be updated on the counseling section for 11th graders! THANK YOU!

9th Grade

11TH GRADE LAST NAMES: O - Z

Jenna Braga

408.347.4168

bragaj@esuhsd.org

10th Grade

11TH GRADE LAST NAMES: A - J

Areli Flores

408.347.4166

floresa@esuhsd.org

REMIND: text @flores2027 to the number 81010

Type your last and first name

11th Grade

Ms. Polet Ramirez

12th Grade

11TH GRADE LAST NAMES: K - N

BaoVy Nguyen

408.347.4133

nguyenb@esuhsd.org

Are you a Falcon alumni or parent who wants to support our Falcon community? Please send an email to hoangh@esuhsd.org for more information and volunteer opportunities!

Thank you Andrew Hill! Have a great week! If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Miss Hoang: hoangh@esuhsd.org. If you would like to submit an announcement, please use this google form.

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