📣 Families! Here's What's Happening This Week:
Dear Andrew Hill Families,
Welcome back from Thanksgiving Break! We hope you had a restful time with loved ones. We’re officially in the final stretch, with just two weeks and two days until finals. Let’s finish strong together!
Here’s what’s coming up as we prepare for the end of the semester:
- Interclub Council & ASB Senate Meetings (12/3): A time for student leaders to collaborate and finalize plans for the semester.
- Winterfest Week (12/9 – 12/13): A fun celebration of the holidays and the end of the semester with exciting activities and spirit days.
- Winterfest Celebration (12/12): Join us for this exciting celebration of the holidays and the end of the semester. Clubs and students will come together to enjoy the festivities!
- Cookies and Cram & Office Hours (12/12): A great opportunity for students to prepare for finals, study with friends, and get extra support from teachers.
- Final Exams (12/18 – 12/20): Stay tuned for more information about finals and other end-of-semester events.
Thank you for your continued support! Let’s make these final weeks count and finish the semester on a high note.
Best,
Miss Hoang
Athletic Game Tickets:
You can now Purchase Athletic Game Tickets ONLINE
Tickets will be $1 more for each ticket purchase. You can also scan the QR Code.
🏀 Get Your Season Passes for Basketball! 🏀
Don't miss a minute of the action this season! Boys' and Girls' Basketball season passes are now available for purchase. Enjoy all the games, support our teams, and save with a season pass!
Season Pass Pricing:
- Adult Pass: $56
- Senior Pass (65+): $42
- Child Pass (under 18): $7
Secure your pass now and cheer on our teams as they give it their all on the court! 🎉
For more information or to purchase your pass, please go to Go Fan!
We are thrilled to invite you to our Winterfest Carnival on Thursday, December 12, 2024, from 3:30 PM to 7:00 PM in the Main Quad!
This year’s theme is Old Disney & Holiday Magic, and we’ve planned an exciting lineup of activities for the whole family to enjoy:
🎄 A photobooth to capture festive memories
🎥 A Holiday Disney movie on a 30-foot outdoor screen
🎶 Entertainment and performances
🍴 Food and craft stands hosted by our Andrew Hill clubs
✨ A magical tree-lighting ceremony
🚪 A door decorating showcase to spread holiday cheer
Bring your friends and family to share in the joy of the season as we celebrate our community and the holidays.
To add even more fun to the week, we’re hosting Spirit Days leading up to Winterfest:
- Monday (12/9): Santa’s Workshop – Dress as elves, reindeer, or anything workshop-related!
- Tuesday (12/10): Snowed In – Cozy Christmas PJs Day!
- Wednesday (12/11): Ugly Sweater Day – Wear your favorite holiday sweater!
- Thursday (12/12): Disney Day – Dress as your favorite Disney character for Winterfest!
- Friday (12/13): Mistletoe Match – Twin with a friend or group!
We can’t wait to see you all dressed up, full of holiday cheer, and enjoying the magic of Winterfest.
ASB Cards:
Attention all student Falcons! ASB cards are currently on sale. ASB cards allow students:
- Free admission to home sporting events
- Free admission to East Side Union High School District away sporting events
- Discount at Dances
- Discount at School Events
- Discount on Yearbook
- Discount on Senior Activities
Please purchase your ASB card for $30 at the school bank!
FAFSA & CA Dream Act:
The FAFSA and CA Dream Act Applications are NOW OPEN! Join us for the Cash for College Workshop, designed to assist both students and parents in completing the FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application. This workshop is tailored for seniors and their parents and will take place on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Financial aid experts will provide valuable information and support for navigating the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the CA Dream Act for eligible AB 540 students, and Chafee Grant applications for foster youth. You will receive step-by-step guidance in English, Spanish, or Vietnamese. Don’t miss this opportunity to access the grants and scholarships available to help finance your college and career aspirations!
December ASB Senate Meeting: Save the Date! ASB Senate will have it's next meeting on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 during 4th Period in Dahl Hall! Learn more about upcoming club events, like Winterfest. Please send your representatives!
December Interclub Council Meeting: Save the Date! Interclub Council will have it's next meeting on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 during lunch in Dahl Hall. Learn more about about upcoming club events, like Winterfest, and your accounts. See you there!
Drivers Ed:
- When: January 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2025
- Time: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
- Location: Dahl Hall (S100)
- Requirements: Students must attend all four sessions to receive a completion certificate.
Please fill out this google form to sign-up!
If you have any questions, please email Miss Hoang (hoangh@esuhsd.org) or Monserrat Flores (monserrat.flores@svefoundation.org).
Community Advocate Teens of Today (CATT) are currently recruiting new members for the upcoming school year. CATT is a youth-led advocacy coalition working to counter pro-tobacco influences and expose tobacco industry practices. CATT’s mission is to reduce tobacco use among teens in Santa Clara County through education, advocacy, and youth engagement.
They offer community service hours in exchange for participation in our activities. This includes park cleanups, public comment at city council meetings, art and creative projects, participation in community events, planning and implantation of events, and so much more! They provide training for professional development, skill building, and frequently share community engagement opportunities to all our CATT members.
You Can apply here: https://forms.gle/bskkeJQcRQ4o7jsV9. If you or students have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Marina via email at marina.torres@phd.sccgov.org.
Sustainable Futures: From Plate to Planet will be focusing on food recycling and food waste. During the 7 sessions series (once a month), we will be exploring:
- Cooking: Learn how to practice sustainable cooking and use the "Cook Once, Eat Twice" mentality.
- Food Distribution: Get a behind-the-scenes look at how donated food is separated and distributed, and learn about local food recovery programs.
- Composting: Get first-hand experience with composting and learn the importance of recycling and separating waste.
- Planting: Take a tour of a local community farm and discover sustainable farming practices.
- Food Recycling: Explore the concept of food recycling and the impacts of food waste in our community.
- Education: Learn about redlining and its effects on access to food in minority communities.
The program would be a great opportunity to:
- Learn practical skills for reducing food waste at home.
- Connect with others who are passionate about sustainability.
- Make a positive impact on our community and the environment.
