2425.31 Grizzly Growler 04.13

- Weekly On and Off Campus Events

- MHHS events

- MHHS Cheer Tryouts 2025-2026

- State Testing for Juniors only

- Peer-To-Peer Counseling Extended Deadline

- Link Crew Application now OPEN

- MHHS Dance Team presents Sunset Boulevard

- Seniors- You've been accepted. What's Next?

As always, the bottom of this newsletter includes links to ParentVUE, our Instagram handles, points of contact, tutoring information and our proud community sponsors!

READ ON FOR MORE!

MONDAY APRIL 14

330PM JV Tennis v. Escondido Charter *Tennis courts

330PM Varsity Tennis v. Escondido Charter *Tennis Courts

530PM JV Lacrosse v. Canyon Crest *Stadium

715PM Varsity Boys Lacrosse v. Canyon Crest *Stadium

TUESDAY APRIL 15

330PM JV/Varsity Beach Volleyball v. La Costa Canyon *Woodland Park

330PM Novice/ JV Softball v. Romana *Hollandia East

330PM JV Boys Tennis v. Valley Center *Tennis Courts

WEDNESDAY APRIL 16

330PM Varsity Boys Tennis v. La Costa Canyon *Tennis Courts

430PM Novice/JV Boys Volleyball v. El Camino *Pavilion

600PM Varsity Boys Volleyball v. El Camino *Pavilion

THURSDAY APRIL 17

310PM JV Boys Golf v. San Marcos *Twin Oaks

330PM JV Softball v. El Camino *Hollandia West

345PM JV/Varsity Track and Field v. Oceanside *Stadium

FRIDAY APRIL 18

400PM JV/Varsity Swim v. Mission Vista *Palomar College

SATURDAY APRIL 19

915AM JV Girls Lacrosse v. Mira Mesa *Stadium

1030AM Varsity Girls Lacrosse v, Mira Mesa *Stadium

1030AM Freshman Baseball v. Mt. Carmel *Woodland Park

1030AM JV Baseball v. Mt. Carmel *Baseball field

APRIL EVENTS

04/16 | Empty Bowls

04/24-26 | MHHS Grizzly Theatre Presents HadesTown

04/29 | CSUSM Next Steps Assembly for Seniors only

Attendance to all clinic days is mandatory!

Must wear: All black (no logos), hair in high pony and NO JEWELRY

All material will be posted on the provided band app after day 1 of our tryouts clinics.

Please email Coach Sarah at sarah.malo@smusd.org, with any questions! We look forward to seeing you all soon! GO GRIZZLIES!

4/14 MONDAY: English CAASPP (CAT)

4/15 TUESDAY: English CAASPP (CAT)

4/16 WEDNESDAY: English CAASPP (PT)

4/17 THURSDAY: English CAASPP (PT)

4/18 FRIDAY: English CAASPP (PT) and any other parts of Math CAASPP or CAST students need to complete.

Español

Wednesday, April 16

Lunch for students @ 800"s & After School for the public @ 4-6PM

Enjoy the homemade pozole or vegan tomato soup created by the culinary arts students!

All Bowls are $10

Fill your bowl, fill your belly and feel good about feeding hungry people in your community!

All proceeds benefit the North County Food Bank!

The boba battle against San Marcos is next week, from April 14-20th!

You can participate by going to Ding Tea San Marcos and ordering anything from their menu starting today til Sunday!

Please show your support for our Mission Hills club by purchasing a drink or your favorite snack from Ding tea and don’t forget to say “mhhsasu” or “mhhs” when ordering ‼️

This also extends to mobile orders, so you can even support us online! Can’t wait to see you all there Grizzlies! 🐻🌟🧋

✨Lights, Camera, DANCE!🌞💓

Join us for a night of Retro Hollywood Vibes — Where sunset meets that spotlight. Enjoy a night filled with great dancing and entertainment🌅🌟

Tickets will be on GoFan soon! See you there!

Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week 2025 is fast approaching. PTO would like to express appreciation to all of them.

It sure would be SWEET if you could donate - every dollar helps!

Link to our square site

Donate HERE

Hey Grizzlies!

Deadlines for Peer Counseling applications have been EXTENDED!

Peer Counseling is open to incoming 10th, 11th, and 12th graders. To apply to Peer Counseling 1, you must submit your application by Friday, April 18th.

We are looking to build a team of students that will become Peer Counselors. Peer-To-Peer is a student-led peer counseling program aimed to train peer counselors to provide support to their fellow students in the Wellness Center. We are looking for students with strong leadership and communication skills and students who are passionate about mental health and wellness and/or hoping to pursue a career in the mental/behavioral health or related fields.

In Peer Counseling 1, students are trained with essential skills to be able to support their peers. In Peer Counseling 2, trained peer counselors are paid to provide support to students in our new Wellness Center in the 2025-2026 school year.

If you have any questions or if you know someone who would be interested, please reach out to Ms. Charlie (charlie.grenier@smusd.org) or Mrs. Filice (lisa.filice@smusd.org).

Attention rising Sophomores and Juniors!

Are you ready to step up and make a real difference on campus?

We're looking for students who want to grow as leaders, build meaningful connections, and be a part of something bigger.

Join s team that leads with heart, purpose, and fun!

Register HERE Application are due by April 22nd

***COURSE IS RECOMMENDED, BUT NOT REQUIRED FOR LINK CREW!!! ***

Applications are currently open for the #FBI 2025 Teen Academy. Spend an interactive day with special agents, intelligence analysts and professional staff on July 24th and learn more about the FBI!

Apply here: 2025 FBI San Diego Teen Academy Application, Mail or email (preferred) your application by 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 31, 2025.

Submit applications by mail or email (preferred) to: FBI San Diego Community Outreach Teen Academy Program 10385 Vista Sorrento Parkway San Diego, CA 92121 or SD_Outreach@fbi.gov

Community Event!

Friday, May 2nd at Palomar College San Marcos Campus from 8:30a.m - 2:20 p.m.

RSVP Here For more information contact Haania at Haania.Origel@truecare.org

Join us at San Marcos Public Library for an exciting Robotic Expo hosted by talented STEM Mission Hills High School students!

Get hand-on with cutting-edge robots, watch live demonstration, and discover the power of technology in action. Whether you are a robotics enthusiast or just curious, this is a great opportunity to explore innovation and creativity.

No sign up necessary.

Family Friendly, Free Event , Games and Opportunity Drawing!

A conversation about youth vaping , substance use and mental wellness.

When: April 23rd

Where: San Marcos Community Center Dining Room

Time: 5:30-7:00pm

2025 Graduation Yard Sign Order Form

MHHSPTO is excited to partner with Signarama this year to celebrate our Grizzly class of 2025 with SENIOR YARD SIGNS! A portion of the proceeds will help support programs such as Sponsor a Grizzly, scholarships, PTO-sponsored events for staff and students and more!

Orders will be open through April 30, 2025. Signs will be available for pick-up at MHHS mid- May. A confirmation email with details will be sent when your order is placed.

All sales are final, so confirm all information is accurate (name spelled correctly etc...). If you would like to order more than one option please submit separate forms, thank you!

Congratulations! You have been accepted to college(s)! Now what?? Our Future Center is coordinating for special guests to come in and share what the next steps are and how to be prepared for this transition. The date is still pending, but this presentation will be held in our Future Center on a Tuesday morning at 8:15am.

Click on this link to be updated when we have a date for this presentation >> Interest Form

This past week was National Assistant Principals Week and , we want to take a moment to appreciate the unsung heroes of our school - our amazing assistant principals. They are the backbone of our institution, working tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure everything runs smoothly.

From managing schedules to resolving conflicts, they handle it all with grace and patience. They are the problem-solvers, the peacekeepers, and the guiding lights that help us navigate through our school days.

Their dedication to creating a positive and productive learning environment is truly inspiring. They are always there to lend a helping hand, to listen, and to guide us. They are not just administrators; they are mentors, leaders, and friends.

So, here's a big shout-out to our assistant principals. Thank you for all that you do. Your hard work and dedication do not go unnoticed. We appreciate you today and every day. Keep shining and keep inspiring! 🌟

Hello Grizzly Families!

As we continue to navigate this school year, we want to take a moment to remind both parents/guardians and students about our attendance procedures.

• If your student was marked absent in error, please have your student contact the teacher. The teacher must then email or call the Attendance Office with the correction. Your student is responsible for speaking to the teacher to clear these absences.

• If you are aware that your student will be late to school for any reason, we do ask that a parent/guardian give us a call BEFORE your student arrives to school or the student must provide a Doctor/Dental note at the window upon arrival. Please be sure that your student checks in either with the Attendance Window or with a Campus Supervisor stationed in the student parking lot. By having them check in, we are able to get their time of arrival and excuse the classes they may have missed.

• If your student is leaving early, we do ask that a parent/guardian call the Attendance Office at least 1 HOUR BEFORE the time the student is needed.

If you are calling during normal business hours, and reach the voicemail, it is because we are on another line or helping a parent/student at the window. PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE at 760-290-2705 / 760-290-2715 / 760-290-2716 .. Voicemails are retrieved regularly throughout the day. Please be aware that the Attendance Office does not call back unless more information is needed. Please refer to the MHHS website for additional information, regarding Attendance.

Register HERE

This four-part virtual workshop series will equip parents to have meaningful career pathway conversations at home as their teens start thinking about life after high school.

Regístrate AQUÍ

Esta serie de talleres virtuales de cuatro partes capacitará a los padres para tener conversaciones significativas sobre la trayectoria profesional en el hogar mientras sus hijos adolescentes comienzan a pensar en la vida después de la escuela secundaria.

This is a reminder that all students who park in the school’s student parking lot must have a valid parking permit. We conduct regular parking sweeps, and students who do not have a permit or are in violation of the parking policy will receive the following consequences:

• 1st Violation: Warning
• 2nd Violation: May result in a $20 citation fee
• 3rd Violation: May result in towing

For more details on our Parking Policy and violations, please refer to the following link (available in both English and Spanish). Permit applications are available at the Finance window.
Additionally, first-time permit applicants are required to complete a Start Smart course with a parent/guardian. Information about Start Smart courses can also be found at the link above.

We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring our parking policies are followed.

Hello Juniors!

Come and learn all about UC Irvine who will be visiting us. (This presentation is for juniors only)

Sign up HERE

Date: Monday, April 29 Period 5

Location: Here at MHHS, TBD

Questions: Contact Mrs. Schuetze in the Future Center karen.schuetze@smusd.org

Thinking about your future? Take one of three courses below next year at MHHS and earn dual credit at CSUSM! That’s 3-6 units of FREE college credit while still in high school! Don’t miss this chance to get ahead — sign up now with your counselor! Even if you've completed course selection, you can email your counselor to request to be added to one or more of these classes.

Ethnic Studies (11-12 grade)

Cybersecurity (9-12 Grade)

English 9 in the Context of Mental health (9 Grade)

On Campus * During the School Day * 3-6 CSUSM Credits * Free!

San Marcos Unified School District (SMUSD) LCAP Survey!

SMUSD would like you to share your thoughts on the district's performance. SMUSD will use the feedback received to ensure that district offerings meet the needs of students, parents, and staff, consistent with the district’s LCAP.

This study is for research purposes only; all information you provide will be maintained on a confidential basis by Hanover Research and will only be reported to SMUSD in an anonymized form (i.e., your name and identifying information such as race and gender will not be shared with the district or tied to your responses), so please be candid in your responses.

Please note that you should not use your name or other identifying items in your open-ended responses.

Thank you for your participation!

Click here to complete survey

We are in the midst of Course Selection Season and students and families have been asking about whether or not summer school would be an option for students this year. Unfortunately, there will be no summer school for credit recovery this year. Instead, students who need to remediate any necessary credits should work directly with their counselor to explore options through Credit Recovery or our FLEX Academy. If you have any questions, please contact your administrator or the counseling office for more information.

Thank you!

2025 dress giveaway flyer in English and Spanish

Please note the following additional information:

• Each teen will be able to select one free prom dress and one accessory
• Teens must reserve their appointment online to come get a dress. Our appointment booking system has changed; registration is a two-step process; teens will complete their waiver first and then be sent to our reservation booking page.
• In addition to our Central Giveaway Location at Mission Valley Mall, we also offer "Pop-Up" Prom Shops at local partner libraries in San Diego County! When registering, teens should double check that they choose the correct giveaway location where they want to come get a dress with us!
• Teens must bring a valid ID and proof of enrollment in High School.
• Please Note: Our Main Princess Project Dress Giveaway Location at Mission Valley Mall is located next to DXL, and across from Lenscrafters, Phenix Salon and the US Postal Office. Park in underground parking level "D" and head up the ramp; our store will be on your left!

What: Dia del Niño Resource Fair
When: Saturday, April 26th, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Where: San Marcos Elementary
Who: Open to the public

What to Expect:

• Free Event: Enjoy a day of fun and valuable resources at no cost.
• SMUSD Resources: Get support with TK/Kinder enrollment, transportation applications, and information about Extended School Services (ESS) after-school programs.
• Health Services: Access health physicals, dental screenings, and vision screenings.
• Community Partners: Connect with the San Diego County Library (and get a library card!), and discover many more community resources.
• Entertainment: Enjoy performances by San Marcos Elementary and La Mirada Academy Ballet Folklorico and Boys & Girls Club Dance Club.
• Vaccine Pre-registration: Incoming TK/Kinder and 7th graders needing vaccines can pre-register HERE.

If you have any questions, please contact either Ani Diaz-Chavez, District Parent Liaison, at anileydi.diaz-chavez@smusd.org or 760-290-2597 or Adelita Gonzales, Coordinator of Community Schools, at adelita.gonzales@smusd.org or 760-290-2448

ParentSquare is the primary communication platform for all school communication throughout SMUSD, utilizing email, text, and app notifications. We encourage parents to download the free mobile app and view their Notifications settings on when and how they are notified.

For a quick Parent 101 ParentSquare video overview, please click here.

SMUSD presents StudentSquare! It is new this year and is designed for students to get real time emergency alerts and important notifications directly on their devices.

StudentSquare offers:

• Instant Alerts: Students will get real-time notifications about emergencies like severe weather or lockdowns, so they’re always in the loop.
• Custom Notifications: They can set their preferences to receive alerts in the way that works best for them.
• Easy to Use App: The interface is super user-friendly, making it easy for students to find and read important info quickly.
• Better Communication: Besides emergency alerts, we can also send school updates, event reminders, and other important info to keep everyone connected.

Students will be using their SMUSD google account to "Sign in with Google". You can also sign in using the website: https://www.mystudentsquare.com/signin

Check out the StudentSquare- Getting Started Guide

We take the safety of our students and staff seriously, and a part of this is ensuring everyone who is on a school campus is cleared and approved to be present. As a result, there is a new volunteer clearance process with different requirements for different types of school or classroom volunteer commitments.

We have outlined each of these volunteer levels with their requirements, please click here for more information or see the flyer here.

SMUSD has a new webstore for online purchases. All Mission Hills students and families will need to create an account to purchase items online. If you have any questions about creating your webstore account email our ASB Director, Mrs. O’Neil, at jocelyn.oneil@smsud.org.

>> HOW TO CREATE AN ACCOUNT

>> HOW TO ADD MULTIPLE STUDENTS

Suicide is a difficult topic, but it's too important to ignore. Please take a moment to review the following fact sheets to familiarize yourself with risk factors, warning signs, and things that can help you talk to your teen.

- Warning Signs of Suicide: A Fact Sheet for Family and Community Members

- Talking to Teens: Suicide Prevention

In an emergency, please call 911 or take the child to a hospital for evaluation. Here at Mission Hills, we have many different resources for students and their families to access. Please connect with your child's school counselor, school social worker, or school psychologist to find out more! We're here to partner with you throughout your child's high school career so that they can be well, feel connected, and find success here at Mission Hills and in the San Marcos Community.

School Counselors

A-Ca | Mrs. Baker: cherryl.baker@smusd.org
Ce-Gab | Mrs. Segal: angela.segal@smusd.org
Gal-Ja | Mr. Cruz: eric.cruz@smusd.org

Je-Men | Ms. Jercinovich: carolyn.jercinovich@smusd.org
Mer-Pg | Mrs. Goldstein: kathleen.goldstein@smusd.org

Ph-Sh | Mrs. Martinez Alejandre: susan.martinezalejandre@smusd.org
Si-Z | Mrs. Rios: adriana.rios@smusd.org

School Social Workers

A-Li | Mrs. Santiago: michelle.santiago@smusd.org
Lo-Z | Ms. Gold: bina.gold@smusd.org

School Psychologists

9th + 12 A-Ge | Jaime Lozano: jaime.lozano@smusd.org

10th + 12 Gf-O | David Martinez: david.martinez@smusd.org
11th + 12 P-Z | Troy Savageau: troy.savageau@smusd.org

ERMHS l Franciene Lehman

ERMHS l Charlette Martin: charlette.martin@smusd.org

Click here for the Counseling Department website.

24/7/365 Mental Health Care Coordination Service for San Marcos Unified School District Students, Staff, and their Families: https://www.caresolace.com/site/sanmarcos

NEED TO EMAIL YOUR COUNSELOR?

A-Ca | Mrs. Baker: cherryl.baker@smusd.org

Ce-Gal | Mrs. Segal: angela.segal@smusd.org

Gam-Ja | Mr. Cruz: eric.cruz@smusd.org

Je-Men | Ms. Jercinovich: carolyn.jercinovich@smusd.org

Mer-Pg | Mrs. Goldstein: kathleen.goldstein@smusd.org

Ph-Sh | Mrs. Martinez Alejandre: susan.martinezalejandre@smusd.org

Si-Z | Mrs. Rios: adriana.rios@smusd.org

CTE/ Future Ready Counselor | Mrs. Brizeno stephanie.brizeno@smusd.org

Click here for the Counseling Department website.

PROGRESS REPORT DATES

02/28 | Progress Report 1

04/25 | Progress Report 2

06/11 | Semester 2 Final Report Card

ParentVUE

If you are new to MHHS, need a ParentVUE Activation Code, or have trouble logging into your account, please contact Angela Ochoa at Angela.Ochoa@smusd.org or (760) 290-2720.

@mhhs.grizzlies

@mhhs_counseling

@librarymhhs

@mhhs.silvertip

@mhhspto

@mhhs.ybk

@missionhillsasb

@mhhs_futurecenter

Click here to view all Growlers.

These are posted to the ParentSquare App each week. If you're not receiving them, please check your settings on ParentSquare, and verify that your contact information is accurate in ParentVUE.

If you have anything you'd like to see added, please reach out to Jillian Ryan.

Struggling with math? Don't let it hold you back! Math tutoring can help you build a strong foundation, boost your confidence, and improve your grades. With personalized attention and expert guidance, you'll gain a deeper understanding of complex concepts and develop essential problem-solving skills. Invest in your future and unlock your full potential with math tutoring.

Math tutoring @MHHS

Please click flyer link for more info

ELA tutoring can help you with essay feedback + revisions, reading comprehension, homework, make up work and MUCH more...

Questions: Email corynn.mcdougall@smusd.org

Grizzlies Stepping Up (GSU) is a tutoring program for multilingual students. In GSU you can work on homework, projects, presentations, prepare for quizzes and tests. Reading for pleasure also takes place during GSU to increase Lexile level and reach reclassification. Student tutors are available to help.

Questions: Mrs. Bustos juliana.bustos@smusd.org Room 401

Click flyer link for more info

The calendar link outlines the regular schedule for AP/Honors tutoring. However, students are welcome to meet for other classes not listed. The calendar simply serves to provide reliable, consistent tutoring to students at MHHS.

Office Hours 2024-25

Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.- 4 p.m.

760-290-2700

WEBSITE // Please check missionhillshigh.smusd.org for daily updates and information.

At Mission Hills we strive to provide our students and families with clear and effective communication. If you would like to see additional information in our newsletter please reach out and let us know. As always, we are here to help and support our community.