TVHS Parent Newsletter

Hello Golden Bear Families,

As we close out the last week of October, I think we can all agree it has been a LONG month! I know our students have been juggling a lot, both inside and outside of school, and sometimes the demands of high school can feel overwhelming. We have seen some of those challenges reflected in student behavior and decision-making. In particular, we have had an increase in incidents involving alcohol, nicotine products, and marijuana vapes. We have also seen concerns related to how students interact with one another, including cyberbullying through offensive messages, comments, and pictures shared on social media. While social media activity may happen outside of school, when it impacts a student's ability to attend school, feel safe, or fully participate in the school environment, it becomes a concern we must address together.

I want to remind our students that they do not have to navigate the pressures and challenges of high school on their own. Turning to substances is not the answer, and using social media to target, embarrass, or intimidate others is never acceptable. These behaviors often create even greater challenges for everyone involved.

We are fortunate to have an amazing counseling team, a social-emotional counselor, and a PBIS program designed to support our students both inside and outside the classroom. Please encourage your students to reach out, and know that we welcome the opportunity to partner with families. Sometimes a conversation, a little extra support, or connecting a student with the right resource can make all the difference. Our goal is to ensure every student has the support they need to make positive choices and fully participate in their learning environment.

If your student is struggling or you are noticing changes in their behavior, please don't wait until things become overwhelming to reach out. A great first step is to contact your student's counselor, who can help connect them with the appropriate support and resources. Students can also speak directly with their counselor, our social-emotional counselor, or an administrator. We are here to listen, help identify what a student may need, and work alongside families to determine the best next steps. We want our students to know that asking for help is a sign of strength, and there are caring adults on campus ready to support them.

We also have a responsibility to maintain a safe, respectful, and healthy campus. Incidents involving alcohol, nicotine, and marijuana products, as well as bullying and cyberbullying that impact our school environment, may result in disciplinary consequences. Depending on the circumstances, these may include loss of participation in athletic and extracurricular activities, field trips, dances, senior activities, and other school events, as well as the loss of 5-Star privileges. We want our students to make choices that allow them to take advantage of all the wonderful opportunities available to them as Golden Bears while recognizing the importance of treating one another with kindness and respect.

Even during a long month, there has been so much happening on our campus that reminds me of what makes Temecula Valley High School such a special place. Our students continue to give us plenty of reasons to celebrate! Our Golden Bear Theatre wrapped up an absolutely incredible run of Trap. Three nights simply were not enough! The production was so well received that many members of our community came back for multiple performances. What a testament to the talent, hard work, and dedication of our drama students and staff! We also enjoyed two wonderful performances from our Band and Choir programs. Both evenings showcased the incredible artistry and musical talent of our students, and the audiences were truly delighted. We are so proud of the opportunities our performing arts programs provide for students to share their gifts with our community.

On the athletic front, our Varsity Football team wrapped up an outstanding regular season with an impressive 9-1 record! We are excited to see our Golden Bears move on to the playoffs. We also took time to recognize our seniors at the final home game, culminating in the traditional senior march across the field. It was a special moment to celebrate these seniors and their contributions to our program.

Friday brought even more excitement as our campus came alive for our annual Trunk or Treat! A huge thank you to our ASB team and Senior Class for putting together such a fun event. Our entire student body, along with our staff, got into the spirit by dressing up in costumes and making their way through the senior parking lot for trick-or-treating. It was wonderful to see so many students participating, laughing, and enjoying time together. This is always a favorite Golden Bear tradition, and our students had a fantastic time!

As we head into November, I hope we can continue to build on the many positives happening across our campus while also working together to support our students through the challenges they may be facing. Thank you to our parents for your continued partnership and to our staff for the countless ways you show up for students each day. We want every Golden Bear to feel connected, supported, and successful, and that happens when we work together.

Have a wonderful weekend, and as always, GO BEARS! 🐻💛

Mrs. Lione

Our TVHS MEChA students have been working hard to create a beautiful ofrenda in honor of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), a Mexican tradition that celebrates and remembers loved ones who have passed away. Ofrendas are created as a special place to honor their memories and share offerings of their favorite foods, drinks, and other meaningful items. Día de los Muertos is traditionally celebrated in Mexico on November 1 and 2. We invite you to take a moment to appreciate the students’ thoughtful work and learn more about this meaningful tradition. The ofrenda is on display in the shadow box in the 1200 building. A special thank you to our MEChA students for sharing this beautiful tradition with our Golden Bear Family!

Drama has an awesome line up this year with some amazing productions on the menu. Check them all out right HERE and follow their social media to keep up to date with all the fun happening on stage.

TVHS Drama Instagram / TVHS Drama Tik Tok

ANIMAL FARM (Winter), FOOTLOOSE (Spring)

6 IMPROV SHOWS

Student Cabaret

Golden Bears,

Would you like to take or retake the ASVAB test again? All 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students will have an opportunity to take our "last " ASVAB test here. Please, use the link below to secure your spot, if this is something you are interested in.

Are you interested in taking an ASVAB test?

Date: January 22, 2026

Time: 8:30 am - 11:30 am (depending on when the student is done taking the test)

Location: Mini Gym

Click here to secure your spot: sign-up here

Contact Person: Rachel Abelgas (rabelgas@tvusd.us )

Deadline to sign-up: January 8th/ Friday

Go to room 1601, if you have any further question.

Seniors - Come to the library at lunch and get assistance from our Golden Bear counselors on your college applications. They will be in room 1601 every day during lunch from now until November 30th.

Dear TVHS Families,

If your student plans to take an online (Concurrent Enrollment) community college course through (MSJC) during the Spring 2027 semester, please review the important deadlines and enrollment instructions below.

Important Spring 2027 Deadlines:

• Tuesday, October 13, 2026: DualEnroll.com opens for Spring 2027 Dual and Concurrent Enrollment course requests.

• Friday, November 13, 2026: Deadline to submit Spring 2027 course requests through your student's MSJC account via MyApps. No additional course requests, additions, or changes will be accepted after this date.

• Week of November 16, 2026: Assigned registration dates and times will begin appearing in Self-Service.

• Tuesday, January 19, 2027: Spring 2027 semester begins.

How to Submit a Course Request:

The MSJC application and enrollment process is completed independently of TVHS. Students must complete the required application and account activation steps before they can submit course requests through MSJC.

Once students have their MSJC ID and account, they will use the DualEnroll process through MyApps in order to register for Concurrent Enrollment courses offered online.

To submit a course request:

1. Visit the MSJC homepage.

2. Click on MyApps.

3. Log in using your student's MSJC username and password. DualEnroll must be accessed through MyApps.

4. Click on the DualEnroll tile.

5. Follow the MSJC DualEnroll Student Guide to submit a course request.

Important: Students cannot access DualEnroll until they have activated their MyMSJC account and successfully logged in.

Application Instructions and Additional Information:

Please visit the MSJC High School Student Application and Enrollment page for complete application instructions and information specific to high school students. Be sure to complete all required steps on this page, even after receiving an MSJC ID.

This message is intended to give families an early reminder of the upcoming deadlines, so students have time to complete the application, activate their accounts, and submit course requests before the November 13 deadline.

Please review the instructions carefully and plan accordingly, as no additional course requests or changes will be accepted after the deadline.

Thank you!

Hello Golden Bear Families,

Did you miss our first financial aid workshop? Great news, the Counseling Department would like to inform you about an upcoming 2nd Financial Aid Workshop, Dollars for Scholars application, PTSA, and Cal Vet information on December 8th/ Tuesday, from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm. This workshop is designed to assist families in navigating any of the supports mentioned above. Please bring your charged personal laptop/Chromebook (if any).

Location: TVHS Library

Important notes: One location (TVHS/ Library)

Financial Aid Support: Students and parents need to create their own FSA ID before attending the workshop. The verification process takes one to three days.

Dollars For Scholars: Please bring your Chromebook (Seniors section only).

Cal Vet Information: This is an opportunity for the families to ask questions about military dependents.

TVHS PTSA: This will be for the seniors or families who would like to know about the scholarship information through PTSA.

Incentives: Seniors will also earn 2 hours of community service. Seniors must be present at the event on the specified date and time.

RSVP is required for any support (financial aid, Dollars for Scholars, and Cal Vet Information event).

You can RSVP for our 2nd workshop: click here to RSVP

Below are the informational videos you can watch.

• Create an account with Federal Student Aid (FSA), to receive your FSA ID (needed both for students and contributors ).
• Gather documents such as Social Security numbers, 2025 income tax (if any).

While AP Exams take place in May, registration for the exams starts now!

Taking the Advanced Placement exams is an important part of all AP courses. Scoring well on an AP exam can often earn students college credit for their high school class, saving a significant amount on college tuition.

REGISTRATION: There are 2 steps to register for an AP Exam. If both steps are not complete, the test will NOT be ordered.

1. Join the AP Classroom of the course. You will use the Join Code provided by your AP teacher

2. Pay for the Exam through Total Registration www.TotalRegistration.net/AP/053499 .

3. By registering on Total Registration, you are agreeing to pay all fees associated with your AP Exams.

More information can be found on the attached TVHS AP Testing Registration Information.

Add this document: AP Testing Registration Info

November 7th is our next Golden Bear Saturday School. A variety of enrichment, academic and behavioral support will be offered. Here are some reminders for students who are attending Saturday School for behavior or to clear detention time:

• 11/2 - No School for students due to Staff Development Day
• 11/6 - Unified Sports Flag Football 8:30am-2pm
• 11/6 - Cultural Showcase 6-8pm
• 11/6 - Improv 7-8:30pm
• 11/7 - Saturday School 8am-12pm
• 11/11 - No School ~ Veteran's Day
• 11/12 - Dancing with the Bears 7-9pm in the Theatre
• 11/18 - Wrestling Last Dessert 4-8pm in the mini gym
• 11/18 - Marvelous Show 6-8pm
• 11/20 - Drive-In Movie 7-9pm
• 🍁Thanksgiving Break * Nov 23-27🍁

Hi Golden Bear Families!

PTSA would love to have your support this school year! PTSA Membership fees help fund programs such as scholarships for graduating seniors, recognition of student volunteers and teacher appreciation week!

Click the link below or scan the QR code to purchase your membership:

https://jointotem.com/ca/temecula/temecula-valley-high

We encourage all families to review our student handbook, available on the TVHS website, to stay up to date on our school policies and procedures. We have made updates to our tardy and truancy policies, academic eligibility for extracurricular activities, and cell phone policy. Thank you for partnering with us to ensure our students understand and follow these expectations. Your support makes a difference in helping us maintain a positive, focused, and supportive learning environment for all of our Golden Bears!

Thank you to our Golden Bears for your continued cooperation with our cell phone policy and for placing your phones in the classroom phone corrals each period, including Advisement. We appreciate your partnership in helping us make the most of every instructional minute and maintain a classroom environment where students can focus, engage, and learn without the distractions of cell phones.

We know it takes all of us working together to build positive habits and keep learning at the center of everything we do. Thank you to our students and families for your support as we continue to reinforce this important expectation.

Please review the consequences listed below for students who do not follow the phone corral policy. We appreciate your continued support in helping our Golden Bears make the most of their learning opportunities each day. Go Bears!

As we move fully into the school year, maximizing instructional time is our top priority. To ensure students arrive to class on time and ready to learn, we are implementing official tardy sweeps and tracking tardies toward detention effective Monday, September 14, 2026.

Prompt arrival ensures that your student doesn't miss key instruction and helps minimize disruptions for the entire classroom. Please review the detailed guidelines document previously uploaded to the parent portal for complete information on our tardy policies and consequences.

Thank you for your partnership and support in helping our students build habits for success!

To help you stay informed, we encourage you to click on the TVHS Policies & Procedures button below . It contains important information on school procedures, expectations, and all things TVHS.

Vision and Mission

We prepare our Golden Bears to thrive within and contribute to our community and our world.

We do this by engaging and investing all students in challenging learning while supporting their needs.

Email: dlione@tvusd.us
Website: tvhs.tvusd.k12.ca.us
Location: 31555 Rancho Vista Road, Temecula, CA, USA
Phone: 951-695-7300