THE FRIDAY FORECAST

Happy Friday, Mustangs! We wish you all a wonderful long weekend.

This Monday as we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., we reflect on his lasting influence on education and the important role schools play in shaping thoughtful, engaged citizens. Dr. King believed education should empower students to think critically, seek understanding, and engage respectfully with ideas that may differ from their own. He emphasized listening, dialogue, and learning from one another as essential skills in a diverse society. We honor his legacy by encouraging our students to use their voices with purpose, approach differences with respect, and contribute positively to their school and broader community.

On January 24, we will be hosting our Winter Formal. Information is listed below with important parking instructions and other pertinent information regarding this event. Students must arrive by 7:30 p.m. and may not leave before 8:30 p.m. All students must be picked up no later than 10:00 p.m. We are looking forward to a wonderful evening.

Thank you to ASB for a fantastic Branding Iron Week. It was wonderful to see such strong school spirit and positive representation of our Mustang pride. It truly is great to be a Mustang.

My best,
Mrs. Jamie G. Norell

Principal

Walnut High School

MONDAY - January 19

• No School - Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday

TUESDAY - January 20

• Periods 3-4 & 5-6 Tutorial Schedule - 8:30 am - 3:25 pm

WEDNESDAY - January 21

• Periods 1-4 Collaboration Schedule - 8:30 am-2:40 pm

THURSDAY - January 22

• Periods 1-2 & 5-6 Tutorial Schedule - 8:30 am- 3:25 pm

FRIDAY - January 23

• Periods 1-6 Regular Schedule - 8:30 am- 3:25pm
• Financial Literacy Seminar on Friday, January 23rd during lunch in the MPR

SATURDAY - January 24

• Winter Formal Dance Luminex @The Catwalk in LA 6-10pm

Please mark your calendars for these January events:

• January 19: Martin Luther King, Jr Holiday
• January 24: Winter Formal Dance
• January 29: C/O 2028 Meeting in the PAC during Tutorial (bring your chromebook)
• January 29: WHS Open House Showcase Night
• January 30: Minimum Day

Ongoing:

• Tutoring every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday after school in E11.
• College and Career Center during Tutorial on Tuesdays and Thursdays for College Application Help

Congratulations to our WHS Dance Team who competed last weekend at the West Coast Elite Dance competition. They earned many recognitions including Best Showmanship Champions - Kick after placing first in that competition. We are so proud of their accomplishments and in awe of their talents.

Congratulations to all of our athletic teams who competed against our rivals, Diamond Bar High School, on Wednesday night. It was an exciting evening filled with determination, teamwork, and Mustang pride. We had some great wins and some close calls and every team represented our school with heart and grit. Thank you to ASB for setting up a fun evening.

Thank you to the WHS Student Think Tank who met on Tuesday to provide student views on cell phones in classrooms and on campus. We appreciate them taking the time to share their thoughts and help inform school policy.

Teachers have submitted all final Fall Semester grades. Fall Semester Report Cards and Unofficial Transcripts are now available digitally through Parent Portal.

If you would like to receive a physical copy of your Fall Semester Report Card, please complete the form below. Our office will contact you via email once the report card has been mailed.

This is your final opportunity to purchase tickets for Winter Formal 2026! Tickets are selling fast, don’t miss an unforgettable night of music, dancing, and memories with friends. Get your tickets now before it’s too late! 💙✨

• Single Tickets with ASB Card $70 with out $85
• Couple Tickets with ASB Card $130 w/out $155

Topics will include being credit smart understanding credit scores and reports, budgeting and savings learning needs vs. wants and creating a simple budget, and scams, fraud, and identity theft how to spot scams and protect your personal information. Don’t miss this opportunity to build smart money habits for your future!

Attention 10th graders! Join us on Thursday, January 29, during Tutorial in the PAC, as we explore CaliforniaColleges.edu. Students will learn how to add classes to their 4-year plan, complete career surveys, stay on track for graduation, and search for colleges, majors, and careers. Be sure to bring your Chromebook and get ready to start planning your future!!

Open House is the ideal time to see all that Walnut High School offers: Academics, Athletics, Activities, Arts, Clubs, Student Performances, and much more! Meet with current students and faculty and discover what makes Walnut High School such a special place!

Make sure you save the date for January 29 from 6:00 - 7:30 pm, and please share with prospective families.

More details to come!

As we begin promoting our academic programs and preparing students for course selections for the upcoming school year, we will be hosting an All Parent Information Night.

During this meeting, we will review:

• Academic course offerings for all grade levels

• GLC summer registration appointments

• Important information to help support your student’s academic planning

• And much more

Meeting Details:
📅 Date: February 5
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Gym
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Who: Parents of all grade levels

We encourage all families to attend as this information is important for planning the next school year.

Peer Counseling Applications are now available. Use the link provided below. Applications are due Sunday, February 8th, at 11:59 pm.

The Walnut High School Peer Counseling Program is school service, personal development program. Students are screened for the class/program through an exhaustive process that includes: applications; group interviews, mock counseling interviews and individual interviews.

This process is completed in the Spring for the upcoming school year. Students are screened to make sure that they will be responsible, empathetic, good listeners, non-judgmental, be able to work well within the group, appeal to a segment of the school population to reach as much diversity as possible, are interested in self-growth and able to keep things they hear confidential. Peer Counseling is an elective course that is University of California A-G approved.

For more info check out the Peer Counseling Webpage Here.

Students in our Spanish program are traveling to Spain & Paris from May 30-June 8, 2026.

It is an excellent opportunity to take the learning experience outside the classroom. The host company Explorica includes flights, meals, lodging & excursions.

We have a few more spaces to take interested students and their families. Contact Mrs. Maldonado or Mrs. DeLaCruz for more information.

*Not A District or School Sponsored Event

We will be having our third annual Battle of the Bands event this year during the month of March and April at lunchtime. Our school’s teacher band Classroom Management will be performing some of their favorite songs.

If your band would like to perform, you will need to provide a video or audio recording of your group to Mr. Schultz in ASB.

All band members must be current Walnut High School students.

Join us after school in Mr. Smits’ room (E11) on August 18th!

When:
📅 Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday
🕒 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Who:
Our amazing student tutors will be available to:

• Help you study for tests

• Assist with homework problems

• Answer your academic questions

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity for extra support!

Thank you for all the interest in senior dedications. We have sold out.

We still have yearbooks for sale, so you can still order a yearbook at ASB or online at yearbookordercenter.com until March 1. Price is $120.

Price goes up again at distribution so don’t wait!

You can purchase an additional 5 tickets now through January 30th!

Please remember that all students automatically receive 4 complimentary tickets, which will be distributed in May during graduation rehearsals.

This program awards up to four $1,000 scholarships for graduating seniors!

Check out the latest events and schedule happening in the Career Center! From workshops to college visits and job opportunities, there’s something for everyone.

For the most up-to-date details, be sure to visit their website for the latest and greatest: LINK HERE

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to the Career Center or stop by!

Review the information below to learn what CaliforniaColleges.edu is all about and how it can help you plan your future. From exploring careers to tracking college applications, it’s a one-stop shop for your college and career journey!

If you need a transcript, you can see it on your Student Portal or go to our website at www.walnuths.net and click under the students tab. Make an account on Parchment and view it free or have one sent. If you need it in another format, please contact our front office for help!

Submission Deadline: 2/26/2026 at 6pm

• 18th Annual Transition Conference, Life After High School
• Coronado High School
• Feb 7 from 9am to 1:30pm PST

For Parents, Caregivers, Professionals, and youth between the Ages of 14-22 who have or had an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) or 504. For more information please visit the website link HERE.

Check out this amazing opportunity.

Walnut Library is pleased to announce the 4th Annual Winter Reading Club. All students are welcomed to register online and read 400 minutes to win a prize.

We are fortunate to have the Walnut Community Club, who supports many of the educational and culture programs at WHS. If you didn't get a chance to contribute during registration, please consider contributing to this organization which does so much for our school and community.

Want to make your child’s special day even more memorable? Celebrate your student’s birthday with a Happy Birthday message on the WHS Marquee! We’ll proudly display your student’s First and Last Name, along with their birthday, on the marquee for all to see and celebrate!

📅 Important:

To ensure your message is displayed on time, please submit your request by the 25th of the month prior to your child's birthday month.
For example, the birthday is Jan 10th, the request is to be submitted no later than December 25th.

Let’s celebrate our Mustangs in style!

Please remember that attendance counts—every period, every day. Students must be present at the beginning of each period to be marked present.

📌 Single-period absences must be reconciled through the Attendance Office by the student.
If marked absent, a notification will be sent to both the student and parent/guardian with the date and period of the absence.
To correct individual period attendance, the student must contact the Attendance Office directly.

📌 Full-day absences require a parent/guardian to call the Attendance Office by the end of the school day.

⏰ Student Release Cutoff Time:
Students may not be released from school within 30 minutes of the end of the school day.

• 2:55 PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays

• 2:10 PM on Wednesdays

📞 Attendance Reporting Hotline:

• 11th & 12th Grades: (909) 444-3625

• 9th & 10th Grades: (909) 444-3642

Thank you for helping us ensure accurate attendance and student accountability.

Need to know when the bell rings? Here’s your go to schedule to keep your day running smoothly. Stay organized, stay on time, and let’s have a great day, Mustangs!

Do you park in the WHS Student Parking Lot? Starting next week, Security will be placing Warning Signs on any car that does NOT have a valid WHS Parking Permit displayed. Make sure your permit is clearly visible on your car.

How to avoid a warning:

• Complete all Info on Student Parking Form HERE (Upload California Driver's License, Upload evidence of vehicle insurance coverage with student listed as insured driver)
• Display your permit properly on your vehicle.
• Park only in designated student spaces.

Starting Monday, August 11, those without a 1st, 5th, or 6th period must see their GLC to receive an off-campus sticker. Students will not be allowed to leave campus without this sticker and valid student ID as proof of a free period. Please review the flyer for full details.

Due to numerous problems and safety concerns, we want to remind everyone that student lunches are not allowed to be delivered anywhere on campus. Food, drinks, or other items must not be passed to students through the fence. This is strictly prohibited.

Additionally, outside food delivery services such as Uber Eats and DoorDash are not permitted. Any food deliveries dropped off on campus will be confiscated.

We understand the importance of student nutrition and encourage students to either take advantage of the free lunch provided at school or bring their lunch from home.

Thank you for your cooperation in ensuring a safe and secure environment for all students.

To assure student safety coming to and from school please take a moment to review these important reminders. Plan adequate time to ensure safe decisions and please be patient during drop off and pick up.

Website: walnuths.net
Location: 400 Pierre Road, Walnut, CA, USA
Phone: 909-594-1333
Facebook: facebook.com/WalnutHighSchool
Twitter: @walnut_mustangs