The PHS Compass

November is one of my favorite milestones in the school year. By now, we've settled into our routines, students are finding their rhythm, and our school community is feeling more connected.

While November brings several days away from school, it also brings some of my favorite opportunities to connect with families face-to-face and celebrate the growth of our students. As we shift from a season full of school spirit, Homecoming, and welcoming everyone back to campus, we move into a season centered on community, gratitude, and giving back. It's a wonderful reminder of what makes PHS such a special place.

I hope the information in this newsletter is helpful as we settle into the fall and look ahead to all that November brings.

Kalin Cross

Proud Principal, Phoenix High School

It's the end of Quarter 1 on Thursday, November 5th. All assignments will need to be turned in to teachers by Thursday. Report cards will be mailed the week of November 9th!

There will be no school on Wednesday, November 11th in observation of Veterans Day. Our schedule for the week is linked here.

We are looking forward to welcoming families to PHS for Student-Led Conferences on November 23 and 24!

Over the next several weeks, students will spend time in their Advisory classes preparing to lead these important conversations. Students will review their transcripts, reflect on their learning and academic progress, celebrate successes, and identify goals for continued growth. Our goal is for students to take ownership of their learning and confidently share their progress with the adults who support them.

Families can expect to receive a scheduled conference time in the coming weeks. If you have limitations on which day or time you can attend, please communicate those with your student now so they can work with their Advisory teacher to coordinate a time that works for your family.

As a reminder, Student-Led Conferences make up the majority of a student's Advisory grade, and students must pass Advisory to earn credit toward graduation. Your participation is an important part of helping students recognize their growth and plan for continued success. We look forward to connecting with you!

We are fortunate to have a La Clinica School Health Center on Phoenix High School Campus. Students, sibilings, eligible children and teens throughout the community can all access medical and behavior health services at this location. Click here to access the resource page to learn more about what La Clinica offers to our community

Join Our Site Council — Your Voice Matters!
Phoenix High School’s Site Council invites parents, guardians, students, and community members to help guide the future of our school. We meet once a month to collaborate with staff on school improvement, academic programs, and community engagement.

By joining, you can:

Contribute to school decision-making

Stay informed on programs and initiatives

Strengthen school–community connections

Commitment: 1 hour/month — Thursdays, 6–7 PM at Phoenix High School

Next meeting is December 3rd at 7pm

Click here to sign up!

Our counseling team has hit the ground running!

As you've likely seen on our social media pages, one of our beloved Graduation Coaches, Skylar Glines, has taken on a role elsewhere in the community. With that change, we are taking the opportunity to add another licensed school counselor to our team.

This will shift things in student services, and we appreciate your flexibility as we get ready for that shift. We will have 3 Licensed School Counselors and a wonderful Graduation Coach.

Details will come soon about caseload shifts, etc. For now, we will continue as usual.

You won't want to miss out on the memories of the 26-27 school year! Yearbooks are distributed in August at our in-person registration event. Visit jostens.com/ybbuy to order. Cost until Nov. 1st is $45. After Nov. 1st cost goes to $60.

PHS winter sports begin November 16, and we’re looking for more student-athletes to join our teams. Available sports include:

• Girls’ and Boys’ basketball

• Coed Swimming

• Boys’ and Girls’ wrestling

• Winter Cheer

Whether you’re returning to a favorite sport or ready to try something new, there’s a place for you to show your Pirate pride.

Visit the PHS athletics page for schedules and additional information.

Parents/guardians can help their students get started by completing registration through FinalForms.

Need a new t-shirt or sweatshirt to represent the PHS Pirates? Our DECA club is printing pirate swag! Use this link to download the fillable order form to turn in to the school office. Cash or check only. We'll contact you when your order is ready to be picked up in the front office.

Text Yes to 79041 to Opt-In

• 11/05, Thursday - End of Quarter 1
• 11/06, Friday - No School, Teacher Grading
• 11/11, Wednesday- No School, Veteran's Day (Special Schedule this week)
• 11/20, Friday - Sparrow Assembly (Special Schedule)
• 11/23 & 24, Monday & Tuesday - Student Led Conferences
• 11/25-27, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday - School Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
• 12/3, Thursday- Site Council Meeting

Email: kalin.cross@phoenix.k12.or.us
Website: https://www.phoenix.k12.or.us/phs
Location: 745 North Rose Street, Phoenix, OR, USA
Phone: 541-535-1526
Facebook: facebook.com/PhoenixHighSchoolPirates
Twitter: @phspirateslive