Pioneer Parents Newsletter
Week of December 15th
Digital Media & Graphic Arts Pathway Students Gain Real-World Experience through an exciting Internship!
Students from all four VUSD comprehensive high schools are kicking off our first ever Sports Media Technician Internships! Students are gaining hands-on experience operating state-of-the-art Daktronics scoreboards at Mineral King Bowl and Community Stadium while working alongside VUSD staff during live sporting events. This exciting opportunity combines technology, teamwork, and real-world career skills, creating a valuable learning experience for everyone involved!
Lights, Camera, CTE! ABC30 Spotlights Academy of Computer Science
ABC30 visited Mt. Whitney High School to spotlight the Academy of Computer Science! Student ambassadors showcased robotics, spoke about cybersecurity, drone technology, and new programs in the academy. Our new Lead Teacher, Mr. Israel, shared how the academy continues to evolve alongside a rapidly changing industry. Through innovative curriculum and strong industry partnerships, students gain the skills, certifications, and real-world experiences needed for tomorrow’s careers! Students put their public speaking and interview skills to good use by keeping calm and clear during on-camera interviews. The academy will be featured on ABC30 on November 22nd.
Learning Beyond the Classroom: MWHS Education Pathway Visits the Getty!
Mt. Whitney High School Education Pathway students took learning beyond the classroom with a visit to the Getty Museum! As part of their exploration of the impact of field trips on student learning, future educators experienced firsthand how educational excursions can spark curiosity, inspire creativity, and bring classroom lessons to life. This hands-on experience reinforced the importance of creating meaningful, memorable learning opportunities for their future students while they too enjoyed a very memorable day!
A Pumpkin Party to Remember!
Mt. Whitney High School Culinary Arts students celebrated their 2nd Annual Pumpkin Party with The Vintage Press! Local restaurant owner and culinary expert David Vartanian shared his talents and industry expertise, demonstrating his famous baby pumpkins. This special tradition gives students a firsthand look at professional culinary techniques while connecting classroom learning with real-world industry experience. A perfect blend of creativity, community partnerships, and culinary inspiration!
Tardy Policy Reminder - As we are entering the third week of Marking Period 2, we want to remind students and families of our tardy policy. We know that being in class is important to the academic success of students. Students need to be in class, on time, ready to learn. Please review the graphic for the tardy policy that is being implemented.
Early Pick-Up Reminders - As a reminder, when your student needs to leave school early, we ask you to follow our pick-up policies. This helps us ensure the safety of our students. Safety is our priority at MWHS.
