Tustin High School News
September 14, 2026
THIS WEEK AT TUSTIN HIGH
Homecoming Week at Tustin High!
It was a fun-filled week of Tiller spirit! Students and staff joined in on dress-up days, celebrated together at Thursday’s Homecoming Assembly, cheered on our Tillers to a Homecoming victory over Damien High School, and Homecoming Dance Saturday night themed "A Night in the Bayou". Congrats to our Homecoming Royalty, Emily Diaz and Huy Ta, as well as all the other Homecoming Court nominees!
🚗 Distracted Driving Assembly
Sophomores, juniors and seniors enjoyed an action-packed Distracted Driving Assembly with A.G.A. Nation, featuring exciting slam dunk stunts along with an important message: stay focused, make smart choices, and avoid distractions, both behind the wheel and in life. A fun and memorable way to reinforce the importance of safe driving! Check out the dunks on @tustintillers Instagram.
Parent Survey Data
Thank you to all the parents and caregivers who completed our survey this year and congrats to parents Karla de Leon and Miriam Partido for each winning a brand new backpack filled with school supplies! We are using parent survey data to plan events and opportunities for students and families this year. Click on the document below to view survey data.
T-Tech Engineering Program Newsletter
Visual And Performing Arts Department Newsletter
Tiller News Today - September 9, 2026
IMPORTANT DATES
Monday, September 14
- Flag Football vs Ocean View JV: 7:00 PM, Varsity 8:30 PM
Tuesday, September 15
- Volleyball vs Ocean View F/JV: 3:15 PM, Varsity 4:45 PM
- Varsity Tennis vs La Quinta 3:15 PM GAME OF THE WEEK
- Varsity Water Polo vs Ocean View 3:15 PM
Wednesday, September 16 - Late Start Wednesday Schedule
- Interclub Council Meeting at Lunch (Little Theatre)
- Flag Football at Costa Mesa Varsity: 6:00 PM JV: 7:30 PM
- Fire Drill - During CCR
Thursday, September 17
- Club Rush at Lunch (Plaza)
- School Site Council @ 4:00 PM (Rm 211)
- Volleyball at Laguna Hills
- Tennis vs San Clemente 3:15 PM
- JV Tackle Football vs Westlake, time TBD
Friday, September 18
- Senior Sunrise @ 6:15-8:15 AM (Northup Stadium)
- THS Campus Tour @ 8:45 AM (Front Office)
- Varsity Tackle Football at Westlake 7:00 PM
THIS WEEK'S BELL SCHEDULES
Regular Start Schedule - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday
Late Start Schedule - Wednesday
School Site Council
Tiller Families,
We are in need of THREE parents, guardians, or community members to serve on THS's School Site Council. The purpose of the SSC is to bring staff, parents/guardians, students, and community members together to develop, monitor, and evaluate our school's continuous improvement plan. There are five meetings per year. The dates are in the flyer below. Join us and be a part of THS's future success!
Please fill out the Google form HERE to nominate yourself or a friend.
September/October Family Events
ACTIVITIES
Starting this week, ASB will be selling a community discount card for $15. The card is good through August 31, 2027 and offers great discounts for businesses around THS. The discounts are as follows and cards can be purchased at the Student Store. :
10% off Board and Brew
Buy one, get one at PeiWei
½ price dinner at Jalapenos
Buy one, get one (sandwich) at Wendy's
Buy one, get one (ham sandwich) at Honeybaked Ham
Buy one, get one Western Bacon Cheeseburger at Carls Jr
Buy one, get one (small smoothie) at Jamba Juice
Buy one, get one 50% off at Jersey Mikes
$2 off a juice, smoothie or bowl at Nektar
$20 off oil change at Big O Tires
Crazy bread for $1 at Little Caesars
$10 off oil change at Valvoline
Buy one, get free short stack pancakes at Denny's
2 pc combo from El Pollo Loco for $7
Free drink with purchase from Firehouse Subs
15% order at Round Table
Free fries with purchase at Burger Boss
10% one item at Claros Italian Market
15% off purchase from Taco Factory
Buy one get one (chili dog) from Wienerschnitzel
5 free wings with purchase from Wingstop
10% off purchase from The Poke Co.
Buy one get one (large pizza) from Papa Johns
Buy one get one ½ off (pizza) at First Class Pizza
Buy one, get one (burger or sandwich) from Farmer Boys
2 free tacos with purchase of large drink from Jack in the Box
Club Rush - Thursday, September 17 at Lunch
Come out to Club Rush to learn about all the clubs on campus. Get involved for your best high school experience!
ATHLETICS
Athletes of the Week
Female Athlete of the Week
Rubi Oliva Hernandez is this week's Female Athlete of the Week. She has been a two-year doubles player in the tennis program. According to Coach Coe, she has been one of the most improved players this season. Rubi is a tremendous student-athlete who is balancing her practice schedule with three AP classes. She is also involved in Tustin's MUN Program.
Male Athlete of the Week
Christian Alvarez is this week's Male Athlete of the Week. Although he is only a freshman, he is a starter on the Varsity Water Polo Team. In addition to making a name for himself on the pool deck, Christian is also juggling a rigorous academic load. He is also involved in the T-Tech Program at Tustin.
Game of the Week
COUNSELING
Don't forget! California Scholarship Federation (CSF)
Application Opens From September 9-16
The California Scholarship Federation (CSF) recognizes students who demonstrate academic excellence and a commitment to making a difference in their school and community.
🏆 CSF APPLICATION STEPS
1. Pick Up Your CSF Application & Transcript in the Counseling Office.
2. Have your application approved by Mrs. Williams in the Counseling Office.
3. Submit your completed application + $10 donation to the Student Store.
AP Exam Registration Information
AP Exam registration is now open, so it’s time to make sure you’re signed up for your AP exams! If you’re currently enrolled in an AP class, be sure to check the AP Exam Registration information provided in your AP classes for important deadlines, registration instructions, and payment details. Not an AP student? That’s okay! Come by the Counseling Office to learn more. Don’t miss your chance to take an AP exam and potentially earn college credit. Check the information, register on time, and don’t miss those deadlines! Good luck, Tillers, and we’ll see you on exam day! Go Tillers!
College & Career Calendar
COMMUNITY INFORMATION
Tustin High School Tours - September 18 @ 8:45 AM
Prospective Tustin High parents and students are invited to join for our first campus tour of the year this Friday, September 18 at 8:45 AM .
ELAC Meeting - September 22, 2026
English Learners students and their families are invited to a free family dinner and presentation at the September 22 ELAC meeting. Join us for a night of community building and learning to support student success! CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR DINNER & VOTE FOR THIS YEAR'S ELAC OFFICERS.
Band Fundraiser at Yogurtland
FREE Latin Dance Fitness Class - September 26
The Tiller community is invited to FREE Latin Dance classes at 9 am on the following Saturdays 9/26 and 10/24. No registration is required.
Free Family Art Night - October 6
Our first Family Art Night of the year will be held on Tuesday, October 6. Our free workshops are for Tustin High students, staff and family members. Spots are limited so sign up early! CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR FAMILY ART NIGHT
Cal Optima - free CPR classes
Cal Optima is offering free CPR classes in English and Spanish for anyone interested in learning. See fliers below for more info.
STUDENT SERVICES
FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS
Attendance Office (leave a message anytime day or night) - ext 87175
Counseling Office - ext 87160
College & Career Center - ext 87806
Discipline Office - ext 87155
Community Liaison - ext 87159
Library - ext 87103
Student Store - ext 87104
WE TIP HOTLINE 844-714-0861
If you have concerns or information that you want to share anonymously, please call or text the We Tip Hotline at 844-714-0861.
Tustin High School Statement of Non-Discrimination
STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION / SEXUAL HARASSMENT / BULLYING
(A summary of Tustin Unified Board Policies and Regulations 5145.3, 5154.7, 5131.2 and 1312.3)
The Tustin Unified School District (Tustin USD) is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and education services. The District prohibits, in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity, unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying, based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, medical condition, pregnancy and related conditions, retaliation, or political beliefs; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Your child has a right to a free public education, regardless of immigration status. The District will take steps to assure that the lack of English will not be a barrier to admission and participation in District programs. A copy of the District’s nondiscrimination policy is available from the Tustin Unified School District Office.
The following person is the designated Coordinator at Tustin High School to handle complaints regarding discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying, and to answer inquiries regarding the District’s nondiscrimination policies:
Julio Lopez
Assistant Principal
Administration Office
714-730-7414
Any student who feels that they have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying should immediately contact the Coordinator, the principal, or any other staff member. In addition, any student who observes any such incident should report the incident to the Coordinator or principal, whether or not the victim files a complaint. Report discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying to the name above or any school administrator. They can help!