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Eagle Family Update

October 18, 2026

Eagle FamilyUpdate October 18, 2026

Feel the Spirit! Feel the Pride! Be an Eagle! Feel the Spirit! Feel the Pride! Be an Eagle!

Principal's Advisory Committee
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Upcoming Events

Friday, October 23 - Hoops for Hope - 5 pm in the Large Gym

Monday, October 26 - Movie Night - in the cafeteria @ 6 pm

Tuesday, October 27 - Information meeting for the June 2027 trip to Spain & France - Room 45

Thursday, October 29 - 31 - Musical Production performances begin 7 pm "Little Women"

Friday, October 30 - Haunted House

Friday, October 30 - Costume contest at lunch in the quad, sign up in Room 60

Monday, November 2 - Canned food drive begins - until November 19th

Tuesday, November 3 - Open Enrollment Night - 6 pm

Thursday, November 5 - Visitation Day - Incoming students

Friday, November 6 - End of grading period - Progress report

Monday, November 9 - Winter sports parent meeting - 5:30 - 7:00 pm

Tuesday, November 10 - Skate Night - 6 pm

Wednesday, November 11 - November 13 - No school - Veteran's Holiday

Tierra Boyd
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Student Spotlight

Even after 28 years of teaching advanced science classes, I would be hard-pressed to name a student who more exemplifies academic excellence in the sciences than Tierra Boyd. Tierra's self-motivation, focus on learning, and attention to detail are exceptional, and her performance in Anatomy & Physiology, AP Biology, and CTE Medical reflect her efforts. She's the type of student who, if she misses a question on an exam, I know I should probably check for an error in the key. Tierra's stellar performance comes in a manner that also inspires and encourages her classmates in a quietly confident way. In addition to her impressive scholastic performance, Tierra is a clear leader who is clearly respected by her peers, having served as club historian for the ECHS Black Student Union for her junior year, her hard work, dedication, and ability to work collaboratively with other students and schools were recognized when she was elected as the BSU club President for 2026. Keep up the great work ~ Mr. Carson

Colin Lawrence
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Student Spotlight

Mr. Sumpter has selected from his 1st period Video Production, Colin Lawrence. Colin is not only getting straight A's in his classes, he consistently produces the highest level of audio and video projects in our class, and has a professional presence on KYDS 91.5 FM. He demonstrates what careful attention to detail matched with creativity can bring to academic performance. Colin demonstrates the El Camino Eagle tenets of respect, responsibility and readiness on the daily, and I have no doubt that he will find success at every level he reaches for it. Congrats! ~ Mr. Sumpter

CSF
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CSF for 10th-12th graders

California Scholarship Federation (CSF) applications are available now in the Counseling Office. They are due no later than October 30th. Please see attachment for more information on CSF and if you have any questions, come to the Counseling office during lunch or after school. Go Eagles!

EC blanket
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Custom Blankets Girls Flag Football Fundraiser

Custom El Camino blankets just dropped, and they are ONLY available for a limited time. Premium woven, made-to-order, and straight-up gorgeous. Blankets will be received in mid-December!

Get yours before they are gone! Last day to order if October 27th.

https://spectatorsport.com/c/el-camino-fundamental-eagles-mr44tq4r2s-1

2026 Fall Clubs
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2026 Fall Club Information

See the picture for a list of 2026 Fall Clubs for each day of the week.

Lunch activity flyer
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Lunchtime Intramural Sport Signups

Sign up now for our next intramural lunch time activity - Futsal and/or Indoor Soccer. You need at least five players and games will be at lunch in the large gym starting Monday, October 26th. Use the QR code posted around school to sign up, or turn in one of the forms to Mr. Fegan room 68 or Mr. Irwin at PE. Signups are due by Friday, October 23rd.

Attention: Seniors - Class of 2027

Your school senior portraits are due for the yearbook by November 2nd. Please reach out to Bill Smith Photography to schedule your senior portrait photography session no later than October 30th. You may call or text 916-749-1026 to schedule your sitting now. Emailing them is another option at services@billsmithphoto.com

Yearbook Ad
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Senior Yearbook Ads are due soon!

The deadline to purchase a yearbook senior ad is November 21st. Please go to www.yearbookordercenter.com with school code 6224 for pricing and options. If you have any questions please contact Yearbook Advisor Liz Sansone: elizabeth.sansone@sanjuan.edu

Nov Community Care Hub
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AP Exam
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AP Exam Registration for Block 1 NOW OPEN!

AP Exam Registration for Block 1 NOW OPEN!


Students taking AP classes may now register for their corresponding exams by going to https://user.totalregistration.net/AP/052710 and signing up. Students have until November 6th to complete their exam orders. Any student who chooses to register after this date will be charged $45 for each exam. Fee waivers and financial assistance do not include late fees of any kind. For more information, including steps on how to register, please refer to attached AP Exam Signup Steps. Any students choosing to not take an AP exam MUST email Mr. Beedy, the AP Coordinator, at john.beedy@sanjuan.edu.

Registration Window: September 11th-November 6th

AP Exam Registration
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Study Hall - Tutor
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Counseling Corner

Welcome Eagles!

Welcome to the 2026–27 school year! We hope you had a restful summer and are settling in well. We are so happy to see our students back on campus!

Counselors are here to support students with:

  • Academic planning
  • College and career planning
  • Social-emotional needs that arise at school
  • Therapy referrals, when appropriate

To meet with a counselor, please schedule an appointment using their Calendly link below. Counselors are available to meet with students and families by appointment. Students may also drop in during lunch.

Counselor Caseloads

  • Colleen Honegger: A–C & AVID — Book an Appointment with Ms. Honegger
  • Beth Hein Sanchez: D–G & EPI — Book an Appointment with Ms. Hein-Sanchez
  • Emily Greene: H–Ma & English Learners Book Appointment with Mrs. Greene
  • John Beedy: Mc–Z — Book an Appointment with Mr. Beedy

Graduation and College Admission Requirements

Graduation & College Admission Requirements

As a reminder, our Course Catalog includes San Juan Unified School District graduation requirements as well as the A–G requirements for admission to four-year colleges and universities. Course Catalog

2026–27 Grading Periods

  • Term 1: August 13–October 11
  • Term 2: October 12–January 4
  • Term 3: January 5–March 21
  • Term 4: March 22–June 9

Mental Health Resources

Students and families can find additional mental health support and resources through San Juan Unified School District: Mental Health Support Resources

We wish all of our Eagles a successful, healthy, and rewarding school year! Counseling Website

2026-2027 School Year Calendar
Family & Community Engagement Events
San Juan Unified offers a variety of family education and engagement opportunities including workshops, conferences, newsletters, volunteering, and more! Events are updated throughout the year, so check back for up-to-date information.

For More Information:

El Camino Website

Front Office Staff Contact Information

Calendar of Events

2026-27 Family Handbook

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