Great Oak - Newsletter Volume 3.1

Our Choir Program is proud to share exciting news following its participation in the Southern California Vocal Association festival—one of the most important and competitive events of the year. This festival provides an opportunity for our students to revisit and perform the pieces they have been refining since the fall, showcasing both their growth and dedication.

Student performances are evaluated in two categories—Sight-Reading and Performance—and are scored using the following scale: Superior (the highest rating), Excellent, Fair, and Participatory.

We are thrilled to celebrate the outstanding accomplishments of both of our ensembles:

• Concert Choir earned an Excellent rating in Sight-Reading, just one point shy of the Superior range, and an Excellent rating in Performance, demonstrating strong musicianship and preparation.

• Advanced Treble Choir achieved Superior ratings in both Sight-Reading and Performance, the highest distinction possible, reflecting exceptional skill, focus, and artistry.

These results are a testament to the talent, commitment, and perseverance of our student musicians, as well as the dedication of our outstanding choir program. We are incredibly proud of their accomplishments and grateful for the continued support of our families and community.

Congratulations to all of our choir students on representing Great Oak with excellence and pride!

Great Oak’s Performing Arts programs continue to impress, building on the momentum of an already outstanding festival season. Following the choir program’s recent success, our instrumental and visual ensembles have delivered remarkable achievements across multiple competitions.

The Great Oak Symphonic Band earned unanimous Superior ratings from all judges—an exceptional accomplishment that reflects both musical excellence and disciplined preparation. Meanwhile, the Great Oak Drumline captured the title of WGI Regional Champion in the PSO Division, further solidifying its reputation as one of the top programs in the country. In fact, Drumline is currently ranked 5th in the nation in overall scoring within Percussion Scholastic Open.

Adding to the celebration, the Varsity Color Guard earned 1st Place in Scholastic A at a recent competition hosted at Murrieta Mesa, showcasing their artistry, precision, and performance strength.

Great Oak is also proud to serve as a hub for the performing arts community this spring. During Spring Break, our campus will host two major events:

• The West Coast Winter Guard Championships, featuring over 60 performing groups

• The Southern California Percussion Alliance Championships, featuring more than 50 groups

These events bring together talented students from across the region and offer a unique opportunity to experience the energy and excitement of high-level competition right here on campus.

We are incredibly proud of our student performers and directors for their dedication, talent, and commitment to excellence. Bravo to all of our Great Oak Performing Arts students for continuing to bring the spirit of the Wolfpack to life!

Great Oak’s Science Olympiad teams competed at the Inland Empire Regional Science Olympiad, facing off against 35 other high school teams from the region. Our Wolfpack students delivered an outstanding performance, finishing 1st and 3rd in the region!

A total of 45 students participated across the three teams, bringing home an impressive 89 individual medals—a testament to their dedication, teamwork, and scientific skill. For many of these students, this marked their fifth competition of the season, highlighting their commitment and perseverance.

The season will conclude with one team of 15 students advancing to the State competition on April 11, representing Great Oak with pride. Thank you to our families, staff, and community for supporting these talented students throughout an incredible season!

Great Oak students and staff brought the energy, fun, and friendly competition to the court during this year’s Student vs. Staff Basketball Game! The event was filled with laughter, cheers, and some impressive basketball moves from both sides of the gym.

It was a wonderful opportunity for our Wolfpack community to come together, showcase school spirit, and enjoy a little healthy rivalry. Whether sinking three-pointers or cheering from the sidelines, everyone played a part in making the game memorable.

A huge thank you to all students and staff who participated and helped make the event such a success. Your enthusiasm and sportsmanship truly represent the spirit of Great Oak!

We will need your help to proctor more than 2,600 AP exams and over 500 IB exams in May. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide any graduations tickets as we have in years past.

Below, you can find the Sign-up genius links to help proctor. Please review the testing schedule to see when you may be available to support our students.

Proctoring is very easy, and we couldn't do it without you. Each test already has a lead proctor, so now we need additional proctors to help monitor students.

We appreciate your time! Your help saves thousands of dollars each year that go back into resources, supplies for students, and teacher training.

Note: You cannot proctor an exam for a test your student is taking, so please check with them before signing up.

AP Proctor sign-ups

IB Proctor sign-ups

Proctor Directions and Guidelines

If you have any questions, please direct them to Elizabeth Coates or Melissa Casady

ecoates@tvusd.us

mcasady@tvusd.us

This month GOHS celebrates women’s contributions to history, culture, and society. Women’s History Month has been observed annually in the month of March in the United States since 1987. Women’s History Month is an opportunity to highlight powerful women who fought against injustice and to reflect on the political, cultural, and socioeconomic achievements of women worldwide. Women’s History is American History and should be taught year round. March is another opportunity to highlight Women who have positively influenced and enriched our Nation and society.

In 1987 Ronald Regan officially declared Proclamation 5613 making the month of March National Disabilities Awareness Month. The proclamation called for people to provide understanding, encouragement and opportunities to help persons with disabilities to lead productive and fulfilling lives. March is a time to take extra steps to raise awareness about the rights of the people with disabilities and to celebrate their contributions to our communities and society as a whole! We would also like to acknowledge the endless commitment and dedication of our educators who have committed their careers to serving our differently abled students.

Please make sure that all students adhere to the TVUSD Policy for Dress and Grooming 5132:

Temecula Valley Unified School District believes that appropriate dress and grooming contribute to a productive learning environment. Student attire and grooming must permit the student to participate in learning without posing a risk to the health or safety of any student or school district personnel. The school district is responsible for seeing that student attire does not disrupt school activity or contribute to a hostile or intimidating atmosphere for any student.

1. Students must wear clothing including a shirt with pants or skirt, or the equivalent (for example dresses, leggings, or shorts) and shoes.

2. Clothing shall be sufficient to conceal undergarments and buttocks. No underwear, undergarments, or clothing that is comparable to undergarments (e.g, bathing suits that resemble the same coverage of an undergarment) may be visible at any time. Clothing may not be see-through or mesh if underwear is visible underneath.

3. Attire may not display images that are violent and/or depict drugs, drug paraphernalia, alcohol, or promote any unlawful act. Additionally, attire may not contain imagery, words or acronyms associated with hate speech, profanity, pornography, or any promotion and/or endorsement of violence, alcohol or drug use.

"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.

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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.

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