Great Oak - Newsletter Volume 2.4

This week at Great Oak we opened our doors to the Class of 2030 through our showcase events held last Tuesday. It is always an honor to share our GREAT school with others and this week our Wolfpack students and staff did not disappoint! From learning about athletics and co-curricular activities to learning about unique class offerings there was something for everyone!

Our staff enjoyed meeting so many of you and we are excited to bring the Class of 2030 to campus. Please look at our social media accounts for a wrap of the event and if you have any questions about course scheduling, athletics or activities for the 2026-2027 school year, please reach out!

The junior year PSAT is also the NMSQT — the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. Each year, National Merit recognizes the top 57,000 test takers. In order to be included in that group, students need to be among the top 4% of the 1.4 million students who take the PSAT.

Dear Great Oak High School Families of Students in Grade 11,

As we head into the final months of school, the teachers and staff at GOHS are committed to helping each child be the best they can be! One way that we measure if students have learned all that we have taught is through the CAASPP (California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress). Additionally, this assessment provides EAP scores for college placement tests for the California Community Colleges and CSU System. It is also a component of students qualifying for the CA Biliteracy Seal, Multiliteracy Seal and Honors college acceptance.

The first segment for English Language Arts testing begins on Monday, March 2nd and continues through Friday, March 6th for all of our 11th grade students. During this week GOHS will be on a Rolling Block schedule to allow students sufficient time to complete the assessment and will be administered by your student’s English teacher during their regularly scheduled English class.

The second segment for Science begins on Monday, April 6th and continues through Friday, April 10th for all of our 11th grade students. The CAST will be administered by your student’s Science teacher during their regularly scheduled Science class.

The final segment for Math begins on Monday, April 13th and continues through Friday, April 17th for all of our 11th grade students. GOHS will be on a Rolling Block schedule to allow students sufficient time to complete the assessment and will be administered by your student’s Math teacher during their regularly scheduled Math class.

We ask that during your child’s testing window that you consider the following in helping your child to do their best on the CAASPP:

• Bring Technology to School
  

Each student will need to bring a charged school issued iPAD or chromebook to school each day for testing. They will also need to bring a charging cable as a back-up! Students must also need to bring their PLUG IN headphones.

• Get a good night’s sleep
  
• Eat a Good Breakfast
  
• Encourage your Student
  
• Get them Moving
  
• Be at School and Arrive on Time
  

We ask that if at all possible students are not pulled out of school for doctor/dentist appointments that would impact their testing time. We appreciate your support in protecting this time for all of the students.

Great Oak High School proudly hosted its 2nd Annual Black Excellence Awards, honoring our students as scholars, artists, and change-makers. The evening highlighted their exceptional achievements in academics, the arts, and leadership.

A special thank you to the Black Student Union (BSU) and African American Parent Advisory Council (AAPAC) for organizing this inspiring celebration.

Our students continue to shine and set the standard for excellence!

ELAC is the site-based committee that meets to discuss the needs of the English Learner (EL) students at a GOHS and advising the Principal and staff on the programs for EL students.

A great opportunity for students to represent their peers and have a meaningful voice in district leadership!

We are proud to recognize David Jiang as our February Student of the Month! David embodies our core values of SPIRIT through his curiosity, integrity, and passion for learning. A thoughtful and reflective student, he plans to study Asian American Studies in college to explore his culture and community.

David is known for his reliability, teamwork, and meaningful involvement on campus. His favorite sound—the closing of a subway door—reminds him of being part of something bigger, a philosophy he carries in all he does.

Congratulations, David, on this well-deserved recognition!

Important AP exam information:

If your student dropped an AP course, make sure they request to cancel the exam if they ordered one. They may do so in Total Registration. There is a $40 cancellation fee.

The last day to order or cancel an AP exam is March 6th. Not sure if you ordered an exam? Visit https://user.totalregistration.net/AP/53880 to order, cancel, or check the status of AP exams.

Important AP exam information:

If your student dropped an AP course, make sure they request to cancel the exam if they ordered one. They may do so in Total Registration. There is a $40 cancellation fee.

The last day to order or cancel an AP exam is March 6th. Not sure if you ordered an exam? Visit https://user.totalregistration.net/AP/53880 to order, cancel, or check the status of AP exams.

Recently, we have noticed an increase in students using electronic devices—including cell phones, iPads, Meta glasses, and other recording-capable devices—in locker rooms and bathrooms, where their use is strictly prohibited. We want to take a moment to clarify our expectations. Protecting student privacy, safety, and dignity is a shared responsibility, and we appreciate your partnership in reinforcing these expectations with your student.

Recording and Privacy Expectations
Students are prohibited from using any electronic device (including, but not limited to, cell phones, tablets, smart glasses, or other recording devices) to capture, record, or transmit audio and/or images (including pictures or video) of any student, staff member, or other individual at school or during a school-related activity without prior notice and explicit consent. Recording or sharing audio, photos, or video without consent is considered an invasion of privacy and is not permitted.

Locker Rooms and Bathrooms
Students are strictly prohibited from using electronic devices of any kind to take pictures or record audio or video in locker rooms or bathrooms. This behavior is a violation of California Penal Code Section 647(j)(3) and may result in serious disciplinary consequences.

Harassment, Intimidation, and Altercations
Students are prohibited from using electronic devices in any way that could reasonably cause another person to feel threatened, humiliated, harassed, or intimidated. Recording, sharing, and/or uploading a physical altercation is prohibited and may be a direct violation of Jordan’s Law (AB 1542).

Social Media Awareness
We encourage students to be thoughtful and responsible when using social media. Posts can have long-term consequences, including impacts on college admissions, scholarships, and future opportunities, and may also reflect negatively on Great Oak High School. Posts that create a hostile environment or disrupt the learning environment may be subject to disciplinary action under the Education Code when a nexus to school is established.

We ask that you review these expectations with your student and remind them of the importance of respecting privacy and making responsible choices when using electronic devices. Together, we can help maintain a safe, respectful, and focused learning environment for all students.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership.

If you know your student(s) will be returning to the Temecula Valley Unified School District for the 2026-2027 school year, then you do NOT need to complete this form.

However, if you know that your student(s) will not be returning to the District next year, please take a moment to share some important information with us to help us plan for the transition. PLEASE SUBMIT ONE FORM PER STUDENT.

Join us for a special State of the District event celebrating the heart, talent, and future of TVUSD. Enjoy student performances, insights from Superintendent Dr. Kimberly Velez, and members of the Executive Cabinet - plus a culinary reception to kick off the evening.

📆 March 9, 2026
🍽 5:00 pm Culinary Reception
📍 6:00 pm Temecula Valley Golden Bear Theater

We can’t wait to share this inspiring evening with you!

"Appreciation can make a day, even change a life. Your willingness to put it into words is all that is necessary." - Margaret Cousins

The TVUSD Community High Five Program is designed to empower and encourage the community to acknowledge and appreciate the dedicated employees of the district. This program serves as a platform for parents, students, and local residents, to recognize and celebrate the relentless commitment and hard work put forth by district employees.

Whether it's the passionate educators who shape the future of our children, the diligent administrative staff who keep the educational machinery running smoothly, or the unsung heroes who contribute to the district in various ways, the TVUSD Community High Five Program provides a means to express gratitude and support for their unwavering dedication to the educational well-being of the community. Through this program, TVUSD fosters a sense of unity and appreciation, strengthening the bond between the district and the community it serves.

All children are offered a breakfast AND a lunch every school day for FREE! Most of our school sites operate under the community eligibility provision and do not require meal applications. However, if you have a student that attends any of the schools listed above, and you think you may qualify for free or reduced price meals submit an application today! Having an approved application on file may qualify you for utility discounts, testing waivers (including AP exams!), and earn money for your school/district.

Care Solace can quickly find treatment options matched to your needs, regardless of the circumstance.

Care Solace's care navigation services are confidential and complimentary to TVUSD students, staff, and their families. Care Solace's team is available 24/7/365 and can support you in any language.

• Call 888-515-0595
• Visit www.caresolace.com/tvusdfamilies and either search on your own OR click "Book Appointment" for assistance by video chat, email, or phone.

How can Care Solace help you?

• Mental Health & Substance Abuse: Find community-based providers & secure appointments.
  
• Food Assistance: Access food pantries, home delivery meal programs, and government/non-profit programs.
  
• Shelter Support: Find transitional housing, shelters, and housing programs.
  
• Community Health Services: Connect with low-cost or free medical and dental care, female health services, and preventative care.
  

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