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Dear Students and Families,

Tonight is our first dance of the school year. We are looking forward to having students enjoy their dance this evening.

Back to School Night is next week! Back to School Night is Thursday September 18. Starting at 5:45pm, we will have tables in the courtyard where you can grab pizza, visit OSPTO or check out a few clubs that Oceana has to offer. Grade level presentations start at the following times:

• 6:00 pm - Freshman Orientation Project (information coming from 9/10 house)
• 6:15 pm - Senior Presentation (Theater)
• 6:35 pm - Junior Presentation (Library)
• 6:35 pm - Sophomore Presentation (Staff Lounge)
• 6:30 pm - Lifeskills Program Presentation (Room 107)

As a reminder after the presentations, families can follow their students' schedules to meet their students' teachers. Please be sure to screenshot your student's schedule through ParentVUE as we will not be printing out schedules. See you all next week!

Take care,

Maritza Torres

Our district and Oceana will be moving to ParentSquare as the platform for all communications. This change will happen next week.

Here’s what you need to know:

• Parents can download the ParentSquare app to receive text alerts and easily manage their notifications.

• Students can download the StudentSquare app to receive text alerts

• Even if you don’t download the app, all messages will still arrive by email so you’ll stay connected.

• Our weekly newsletter will continue—but instead of coming through as a stand alone email, it will now be embedded directly within ParentSquare for easier access and retrieval of past updates.

With everything moving into ParentSquare, families will now find all school information and updates within one easy-to-use platform. ParentSquare also offers individuals the option to select their language preference directly within the app which helps ensure everyone can stay connected with our school and district.

Students who are frequently late may lose school privileges such as attending dances as according to policy in our student planner under Extracurricular Activities. Each Friday, if a student reaches three to five tardies, parents and students will receive a warning email letting them know the student is at risk of being placed on the No Privilege List. Once a student reaches six or more tardies, they are placed on the No Privilege List. To regain privileges, the student must attend a Restorative Attendance Workshop and complete a short reflection and planning activity to improve attendance. After attending the workshop, students are removed from the No Privilege List. If a student reaches six tardies again, they will be placed on the No Privilege List again and be required to attend another workshop. Each week, the school updates tardy records and notifies families of changes. Before major events such as dances, students and parents will receive one of three emails: confirmation that privileges have been restored, notification that the student has been newly added to the No Privilege List with a final chance to attend a workshop, or notice that the student remains on the list with one last opportunity to restore privileges. At the beginning of each marking period, all students start at zero tardies. Staying on time to class is the easiest way to remain in good standing and continue enjoying all school activities.

Oceana also understands that there are extenuating circumstances that need to be considered, if this applies to you or your student, please reach out to Vice Principal Jose Campos at jcampos@jeffersonunion.net.

To summarize the process: To stay in good standing, here’s how tardies are handled:

• 3–5 Tardies:

• Parents and students receive an email warning that the student is close to losing privileges.

• 6 or More Tardies:

• Student is placed on the No Privilege List.

• To restore privileges, the student must attend a Restorative Attendance Workshop (Wednesdays after school)

• Workshops & Privilege Restoration:

• Attendance is tracked each week.

• After attending a workshop, students are removed from the No Privilege List.

• If tardies reach 6 again, another workshop is required.

• A week prior to dances, one of three emails will be sent:

1. Restored Privileges – Congratulations, you are in good standing!

2. Newly Added – You’re now on the No Privilege List; final chance to attend a workshop.

3. Still on the List – Last chance to restore privileges by attending a workshop.

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Oceana's first dance is coming up! Students, before you head to the dance, be sure you're familiar with the rules to ensure a fun and safe night.

Students will not be admitted 30 minutes after the dance begins, so don’t be fashionably late past 7:00 pm. If you need to leave, you may do so 1.5 hours after the start without a parent call. Backpacks and large bags are not permitted, small bags (5.5" by 8") are allowed for students whose attire do not include pockets. All students will be searched before entering, and students may be rechecked at any time. Only unopened disposable water bottles are allowed, and outside opened drinks are not permitted. If you bring a guest from another school, you are responsible for their behavior.

Students must comply with all supervising personnel immediately when given a directive. The school dress code will still be enforced, so plan your outfit accordingly. Prohibited items include weapons such as pocket knives or pepper spray, as well as drugs, alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, and even over-the-counter pain relievers. Any student who fails to follow these rules may be removed from the dance, and their family will be called to pick them up. Follow the guidelines, be respectful, and enjoy the night!

For the full rules and protocols, please review this document.

Lifetouch will be campus until 1:30pm to do make up pictures. Thursday September 18th will be the last students can do make up pictures.

You can order school pictures by going to mylifetouch.com and click on the button that says "Start Using Student ID". Enter the city, state and school name, followed by entering the first name, last name and the student ID. *The name entered needs to exactly as it appears on the ID card and in the school's data base. All packages will be shipped to the home address, for additional support please call customer service at 1.800.736.4753. Images are only available for 11 months after picture day.

We are excited to see everyone at Back to School Night! Please join us for tabling, grade level presentations and visiting your student's classrooms.

Please take a screenshot of your student's schedule from ParentVUE as we will not be passing out printed schedules.

The cell phone committee needs your help! The JUHSD Cell Phone Committee is revising our district’s cell phone policy. We will be taking your feedback to ensure the policy is responsive to our community. Please complete this survey for the first step to share your input.

Get ready for a fun night of trivia, food, and community!

Join us for the Oceana High School Annual Trivia Night on Tuesday, October 14 from 6:30–8:30 p.m. in the cafeteria.

Hosted by the OSPT0, this event isn’t just about showing off your trivia skills—it’s a chance for families to connect with others, build community, and get more involved in the school. We’ll have plenty of pizza (vegan option included!) and soft drinks, all for a suggested donation of $5 per person or $20 per family (cash or check at the door).

Did you know? The OSPTO plays a big role in supporting our school—funding student clubs and sports, interim courses, classroom needs, and much more. By joining us, you’re helping strengthen the opportunities available to every Oceana student.

Please RSVP here or with the QR code so we know how much pizza to order.

We can’t wait to see you there—bring your family, your friends, and your best trivia brain!

Join the Jefferson Union Sustainability Committee to help make JUHSD a more sustainable community! Join subcommittees such as Community Events & Communications, Green Ribbon Schools and Waste Management. Joining gives you the chance to collaborate with peers, staff, and the JUHSD school board to make a positive impact in our schools and community. If you’re passionate about protecting the environment or want to learn more about making JUHSD a better place, this is your chance to get involved and be part of the change!

Prestige Portraits will be at Oceana for senior portraits on November 6th and November 7th from 1:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Prestige Portraits will send an email to students with students' assigned appointment time.

Prestige Portraits will be back on campus one more time on January 15th. These are the only dates that Prestige Portraits will be at Oceana.

If you need support on through the college applications, sign up with Ms. Owyang through the teachmore website.

Is your senior planning to apply to college but not quite sure where to start? Check out Ms. Owyang's College Application Guide. Learn more about the UC, CSU, Commonapp, Community College and more and how to get started. Clickable links included for a smoother process. Email Ms. Owyang with any questions at aowyang@jeffersonunion.net

Is your senior planning to attend Skyline College next fall? See important dates for your student to receive all the support they need as a future Skyline College student!

Oceana has a new Community Service Coordinator, Liberty Cajayon. Students and families can reach out to Liberty at lcajayon@jeffersonunion.net.

To participate in athletics, your child must be registered on SportsNet, and you must submit a physical through SportsNet. Please note, physicals are good for one year.

If your student is interested in playing a sport this year, please complete this process early! Students cannot practice or compete without completing this process.

Girls Tennis has started already! They meet every day after school at the tennis courts. Please join them if you are interested in joining the team.

Cross Country will have the first practice THIS Monday, August 25 at 3:15. If you have any questions, please contact Coach Mor at mhirsh@jeffersonunion.net.

Staff, students and families can fill out this Wellness Counseling Request Form to request a meeting with a counselor.

Alyssa Owyang (she/her), aowyang@jeffersonunion.net, School Counselor, is on campus on Monday, Wednesday & Thursday supporting the 12th grade, 11th grade last names 'L-Z'

Mattias Johansson (he/him), mjohansson@jeffersonunion.net, School Counselor is on campus Monday - Friday supporting 9th grade, 10th grade and 11th grade last names 'A-K'

Jeannette Herbert (she/her), jherbert@jeffersonunion.net, Wellness Counselor is on campus Monday - Friday

Liberty Cajayon (she/they/siya), lcajayon@jeffersonunion.net, Wellness Counselor II/School Social Worker is on campus Monday - Friday

Website: https://www.juhsd.net/ohs
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Phone: 650-550-7300