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In observance of Labor Day, there is no school tomorrow, September 1st. School will resume on Tuesday with periods 0, 2, 4, 6, and dismissal at 3:00 p.m.

The PREP Afterschool Program is open to ALL students Monday-Friday from afterschool until 6:00pm in room E4. Tutoring and homework help, extracurricular activities, and a safe place to be!

Thank you to all of the Titan Families who joined us at Back to School Night and participated in the raffle. Congratulations to our raffle winners: Alexa Rivas, Yared Gutierrez Loza, and Aimee Brito! Each has won an ASB card, which provides free admission to home sporting events, discounts on dances, and additional student benefits.

56th Assembly District Writing Contest

Assemblymember Lisa Calderon is hosting the annual 56th Assembly District Writing Contest, a merit-based scholarship opportunity that will assist students in refining their college application personal insight questions, a key part of the application processes. The submissions are open to ALL high school seniors (grade 12) that live or attend school in the 56th Assembly District.

The deadline for submissions is Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 11:59PM. Attached you will find the flyer, submission form and graphics. Visit our website to submit an application or to learn more about the writing contest, here.

At the conclusion of the 56th Assembly District College & Career Fair, October 11th, Assemblymember Lisa Calderon will announce recipients of the $1,000 scholarships.

Should you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to reach out at 562-692-5858 or via email by clicking here.

2026 Metro Youth Council

Applications open Sept 2–30, 2025 for students to join Metro’s Youth Council (Jan–Dec 2026). Selected members will share ideas, advise on Metro projects, and advocate for better transportation in their community. Eligibility: ages 14–17, living and attending school in LA County. Applications are straightforward and easy to complete in one sit down session. An FAQ page is also attached. Learn more at metro.net/youthcouncil.

Metro Youth Summit, 9/13

Students are invited to join us on Saturday, Sept 13, 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at Los Angeles Union Station. The Metro Youth Summit is a youth-driven event led by Metro’s current Youth Council to expose their peers to Metro and encourage them to apply to the 2026 Youth Council. This event is open to all LA County high school students, and it’s a great opportunity for youth to share their input on upcoming Metro projects. Students may RSVP by visiting metro.net/youthcouncil or 2025MetroYouthSummit.eventbrite.com.

Parent meetings can be a great way to connect with the campus and remain informed about what is happening at PHS. A schedule of the upcoming meetings is linked below. Please stay connected by following us on Instagram, Parent Square, and your email.

Las reuniones de padres pueden ser una excelente manera de conectarse con la escuela y mantenerse informado sobre lo que sucede en PHS. Enlazado, hay un calendario de las próximas reuniones. Manténgase conectado siguiéndonos en las redes sociales y monitoreando el centro de padres y su correo electrónico.

Dual Enrollment classes begin this Tuesday, September 2nd 🎉 Students—please check your email for details about your class, professor, and room assignment.

✅ Action Needed:

• If you have not completed your online application, please finish it this weekend or stop by the Horizons Office before lunch on Tuesday for support.

• Spots are limited! Only 2 seats left in Counseling 101 and 5 seats left in Mass Media 128. Interested students must bring a completed petition form to the Horizons Office or stop by on Tuesday to start the process—don’t miss out!

Let’s start the semester strong, Titans! 💚🖤

Join us in the cafeteria Monday–Thursday from 3:00–3:45pm for our After School Supper Program!

✅ Open to all students
✅ Stop by the cafeteria to enjoy a nutritious after-school meal
✅ Check out the flyer for the daily menu

Fuel up, recharge, and be ready for after-school activities or homework! 💪📚

¡Únete a nosotros en la cafetería de lunes a jueves de 3:00 a 3:45 pm para nuestro Programa de Cena Después de la Escuela!

✅ Abierto para todos los estudiantes
✅ Pasa por la cafetería para disfrutar de una comida nutritiva después de clases
✅ Consulta el volante para ver el menú diario

¡Recarga energías, prepárate y disfruta listo para las actividades extracurriculares o la tarea! 💪📚

📇 All Student ID Cards Are Ready!
✅ Distributed this week during lunch & PE classes

📅 Starting Tuesday:
All students are expected to carry their ID card with them all day, every day.

👉 Didn’t get your ID card or need a replacement?
Visit the B&A Office ⏰ before school, during nutrition, lunch, or after school.

📇 ¡Todas las tarjetas de identificación estudiantil ya están listas!
✅ Distribuidas esta semana durante el almuerzo y en las clases de Educación Física

📅 A partir del martes:
Todos los estudiantes deben llevar su tarjeta de identificación todo el día, todos los días.

👉 ¿No recibiste tu tarjeta o necesitas un reemplazo?
Visita la oficina de B&A ⏰ antes de clases, durante el recreo, el almuerzo o después de clases.

Pioneer High School invites you to our Senior Success Virtual Meeting to learn about the next steps on the road to college!

📅 Wednesday, September 3
🕕 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
💻 Zoom – Links on flyer below

This meeting is especially important for parents and seniors as we share key information about college, financial aid, and free campus resources. However, we encourage all grade levels to join, it's never too early to start planning for your future!

👩‍🏫 English Session

Hosted by our amazing counselors, Ms. DelValle and Ms. Moncibaez, along with our fantastic College & Career Advising Specialist, Ms. Sedillo.

👩‍🏫 Spanish Session

Led by our dedicated counselors Ms. Flores and Ms. Torres-Cooper, together with Mrs. Verduzco, Horizons Director.

We look forward to seeing our Titan families come together for this important event. Don’t miss out on valuable information to help guide you through the college journey!

👉 Please refer to the flyer for the direct Zoom links in English and Spanish.

Pioneer High School le invita a nuestra Reunión Virtual de Éxito para los Seniors para conocer los próximos pasos en el camino hacia la universidad!

📅 Miércoles, 3 de septiembre
🕕 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
💻 Zoom – Enlaces en el volante adjunto

Esta reunión es especialmente importante para padres y estudiantes de 12.º grado, ya que compartiremos información clave sobre la universidad, ayuda financiera y los recursos gratuitos en nuestro campus. Sin embargo, animamos a todas las familias de todos los grados a participar — ¡nunca es demasiado temprano para comenzar a planear su futuro!

👩‍🏫 Sesión en inglés

Con la participación de nuestras increíbles consejeras Sra. DelValle y Sra. Moncibaez, junto con nuestra fantástica Especialista de Colegio y Carreras, Sra. Sedillo.

👩‍🏫 Sesión en español

Dirigida por nuestras consejeras dedicadas Sra. Flores y Sra. Torres-Cooper, junto con la Sra. Verduzco, Directora de Horizons.

Esperamos ver a nuestras familias Titan unidas en este evento tan importante. ¡No se pierdan información valiosa que ayudará a guiar a sus estudiantes en el camino universitario!

👉 Por favor, consulte el volante para los enlaces directos de Zoom en inglés y español.

Join PTSA for just $10 and unlock student perks:

• 🎓 Scholarship eligibility for seniors ($100–$800 awards)

• 🤝 Leadership & volunteer opportunities

• 🎁 Member giveaways (higher sponsor levels = extra entries)

Choose your level (all include scholarship eligibility)

• 🟤 Bronze $10 – Membership

• ⚪ Silver $15 – + Digital shout-out

• 🟡 Gold $25 – + 1 raffle ticket

• 🏆 Platinum $30+ – + 2 raffle tickets + Titan Wall recognition
  

How to join

• Stop by the Horizons Office (cash/check to PHS PTSA)

• Or use Cheddar Up (fees apply)

Thank you for supporting Titan scholarships & programs! 💚

This year, the WU District College Fair is hosted at PHS- come by to talk to a variety of schools, community colleges, trade schools, CSUs, UCs, Private, and out-of-state universities. All students are welcome!!

Join us for Coffee with the principal on Friday 9/12 at 8:45am in the PHS Parent Center. Acompáñanos para tomar Café con la Directora el viernes 12 de septiembre de 2025 a las 8:45a.m.

25-26 Bus Schedule/2025-2026 Horario de buses.

All Bell Schedules can be found here/Los horarios de la escuela se pueden encontrar aquí

Parent-Student Handbook is linked here/ El manual para padres y estudiantes Oprima aquí