THE FRIDAY FORECAST

This week, our GLC team visited classrooms to speak with students about the pre-registration process. We encourage you to have thoughtful conversations as a family about your student’s course selections, taking into account their future goals, responsibilities outside of school, and overall well-being. Submitting accurate course requests now helps us build a master schedule that best meets the needs of all students.

This past week, our Boys Basketball team battled in a tough CIF quarterfinal game. We are incredibly proud of their hard work and the grit they demonstrated throughout the season. Congratulations on a strong finish. Our boys and girls wrestling teams continue their CIF journey this weekend at the Masters Meet. Their outstanding accomplishments are highlighted below.

Finally, tonight is a wonderful opportunity to see our talented choir perform alongside their Suzanne Middle School counterparts. There is still time to join us on campus for this special performance.

As always, it is great to be a Mustang.

My best,
Mrs. Jamie G. Norell

Principal

Walnut High School

MONDAY - February 23

• Periods 1-6 Regular Schedule - 8:30 am- 3:25 pm

TUESDAY - February 24

• Periods 3-4 & 5-6 Tutorial Schedule - 8:30 am - 3:25 pm

WEDNESDAY - February 25

• Periods 1-4 Collaboration Schedule - 8:30 am-2:40 pm

THURSDAY - February 26

• Periods 1-2 & 5-6 Tutorial Schedule - 8:30 am- 3:25 pm
• Multicultural Assembly (during lunch @ Stage)

FRIDAY - February 27

• Periods 1-6 Regular Schedule - 8:30 am- 3:25 pm
• Deadline to purchase a yearbook at a steal ends 3/1/2026

Happy Lunar New Year to our Mustang families! May you and your loved ones enjoy the warmth & togetherness of the holiday.

Let's work together to make the coming year of the Horse a success for all!

Walnut High School is proud to recognize Black History Month as we continue to provide our organization with resources to celebrate diversity while building equitable and inclusive practices for our community.

Please mark your calendars for these February events:

• GLC Classroom Visits - February 9th - 27th
• Multicultural Lunchtime Event - February 26th

Ongoing:

• Tutoring every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday after school in E11.
• College and Career Center during Tutorial on Tuesdays and Thursdays for College Application Help

Please join us in congratulating the phenomenal Ms. Rebecca Chai, our WHS Teacher of the Year! As our EL Coordinator and instructor, Ms. Chai is a true master of her craft. More importantly, she is deeply student-centered, consistently putting the needs of her students first. She cares tremendously about each of them and is often seen going above and beyond the classroom to ensure their success and well-being. We are honored to have her represent Walnut High School.

We are thrilled to share that our outstanding AP Biology student, Jenny Ma, has been selected as a 2026 College Board Big Future Ambassador!

As a Big Future Ambassador, Jenny joins a nationwide community of student leaders dedicated to supporting their peers in planning for college and careers. Ambassadors:

• Volunteer to help their friends navigate post-high school opportunities
• Share free college and career resources through social media and conversations on campus
• Connect and collaborate with fellow ambassadors across the country
• Provide valuable feedback to improve BigFuture for future students

Congratulations, Jenny! Walnut High School is proud of you!

The WHS Dance Team had a fantastic weekend at the CADTD dance competition. They earned the following honors:

Best Technique Award - Medium Lyrical

Kick - First Place

Large Jazz - First Place

Medium Lyrical - First Place

Small Lyrical - First Place

Small Pom - First Place

Medium Contemp - 2nd Place

Small Hip-Hop - 2ns Place

On February 17,Freshman Nathan Kung proudly represented our school in the Walnut Valley Rotary Speech Competition, delivering a thoughtful speech aligned with this year’s theme, United for Good. Competing against students from other districts, Nathan earned an impressive second‑place finish. We are proud of Nathan’s hard work and outstanding performance. His achievement is a wonderful reflection of his talent and dedication.

🏆 CIF CHAMPION 🏆 Kelsie Chater

🏆 CIF CHAMPION 🏆Nicole Chavez

🏆 CIF CHAMPION 🏆Zander Rogers

🏆 CIF CHAMPION 🏆Brady Williams

CIF Northern Division Team Runner Up! Congratulations to our CIF Medalists and Southern Section Masters Qualifiers. Lady Mustangs also take home 2nd place CIF plaque.

Individual Results:
Kelsie Chater 🥇
Nicole Chavez 🥇
Sophia Rodriguez 4th
Emi Yoshii 5th
Fernanda Solis 5th
Charlee Marquez 6th

CIF Eastern Division Medalist...Congratulations to our Southern Section Masters Qualifiers:

Zander Rogers 🥇
Brady Williams 🥇 (MVP)
Brandon Valenzuela 🥉
Kaiden Lepe 🥉
Eric Castellanos 5th
Israel Morales 6th
Ty Thompson 6th
Jason Paganos 7th

Congratulations to Brady Williams for hitting 100 varsity wins.

Attention WHS Classes of 2027–2029!

Students will receive a SignUpGenius email on Monday, February 9 at 4:00 PM to their school email. This email will allow them to sign up for summer GLC registration appointments for the 2026–2027 school year.

Important Details:

• Sign-ups open: February 9 at 4:00 PM

• Sign-ups close: February 27 at 9:00 PM – don’t miss it!

• Summer Registration Appointments: June 30 – July 24, 2026

SIBLING APPOINTMENTS: Parents will be responsible for coordinating and making student sibling appointments via SignUpGenius link received in each student’s email from their GLC. Sibling appointments are the responsibility of each family. Walnut High School is not responsible for making sibling appointments.

Click the link below for more details. Be sure to remind your student to check their email!

Students & Families,

🚨 Ready to boost your test scores? 🚨

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to take a FULL Practice SAT or ACT hosted by Revolution Prep on Saturday, February 21st (online)!

This is more than just a practice test — it’s your chance to:

✅ Experience real testing conditions

✅ Identify strengths and areas to improve

✅ Create a focused study plan before the official exam

✅ Build confidence and reduce test-day stress

Whether you're just starting your test prep journey or looking to raise your score, this diagnostic exam will give you valuable insight into exactly what you need to work on.

Spots fill quickly — register now and take the next step toward your college goals!

Let’s get prepared and stay ahead! 🎯

Like to Sing? Wonder what it's like to sing with other people? Then JOIN Choir! Choir auditions are happening from February 23rd to March 20th. Come with a short 30 to 45 second section of any song (the length of happy birthday) and excitement to sing! Sign up now or reach out to Mr. Pérez at andrewperez@wvusd.org if you are interested!!

Seniors 📣

Have you completed your FAFSA or CADAA yet? If not, this is your last chance! Join us Tuesday, February 24th, during tutorial and lunch for our Financial Aid Workshop.

A Mt. SAC rep will be on campus to provide hands-on help and answer your questions. Don’t miss this opportunity to get it done and secure your financial aid!

Placement test is on 2/25 @ 3:30 at WHS room Z3 and Z6.

Please register through google classroom.

Questions? Please email Ms. Madrid or Ms. Hull.

Do you already speak Spanish? Take the Spanish Placement Exam and get ahead in our Spanish program!

If your club is interested in participating in a possible multicultural assembly please come to ASB to sign up.

Thank you to Latin Alliance for a great opportunity for our students.

Multiple clubs on our campus will have the opportunity to sell food and items to our students, with all proceeds going directly back to the clubs. This is a great chance to fundraise, support club activities, and engage with our school community! More information coming soon stay tuned!

Attention all juniors! State testing season is approaching. CAASPP and CAST testing will take place in March, and it’s important to start preparing now!

Please save the date and be on the lookout for more details regarding testing schedules. For general information about these assessments, visit the CAASPP website HERE.

Walnut High School is proud to present the comedy within a comedy, The Drowsy Chaperone. Join Robert and Janet as they get ready for their wedding!

📆Dates: March 19,20,21,25,26,& 27
⏰Time: 7:00 PM
📍Location: Walnut High School Preforming Arts Center

🎟️ Tickets will be available starting this month! Be on the look out for ticket sales!

We will be having our third annual Battle of the Bands event this year during the month of March and April at lunchtime. Our school’s teacher band Classroom Management will be performing some of their favorite songs.

If your band would like to perform, you will need to provide a video or audio recording of your group to Mr. Schultz in ASB.

All band members must be current Walnut High School students.

Check out the latest issue of The Hoofprint Issue 4 is out now! We are pleased to share the work of the Publications students. Thank you to all students who were interviewed for stories and Q&As, teachers who allowed students to be interviewed, passed out appointment cards, shared our surveys with students or were interviewed themselves. We appreciate your support very much.

The link to the digital all-color version is below! HOOFPRINT ISSUE 4—Feb. 3, 2026

Don't forget to bookmark and visit our online paper whshoofprint.com and follow us on Instagram @whspublications.

Click HERE to visit the Walnut High School Summer School page to read about the different options available at Walnut High School this summer. Summer Session Dates for 2026 are June 08, 2026 - July 16, 2026

There are three separate programs running:

• WVUSD (non-tuition)
• Mt. Sac (non-tuition)
• Dedicated2Learning.

Read through the material and see which program might be the right fit for you. This is also where you can pre-register for summer school. Registering is not a guarantee for the class, but a way to set up classes.

The deadline to sign up for Mt. Sac & WVUSD (non-tuition) is 5 pm on February 24th. Link to sign up: HERE

Summer School Rosters will be posted on February 25, 2026 by 6 pm.

CTE programs connect classroom learning with real-world careers. From hands-on projects to industry-aligned skills, our students are gaining experiences that matter. Take a look at what CTE has to offer!

Physics helps you understand the science behind everyday life. It sharpens problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, strengthens your math foundation, and prepares you for college and careers.

Walnut High School offers four different physics courses, each counted as a physical science towards California graduation requirements and as a laboratory science towards A-G requirements for UC/CSU admission. If you missed it at WHS Showcase, go to tinyurl.com/walnutphysics for course descriptions and contact your GLC to sign up. Some prerequisites apply.

Are you interested in being part of a dedicated and supportive production team? Does working on the school newspaper or yearbook excite you? Do you want to get to know more people on campus and make connections? Do you enjoy photography, page design or creating media? If you answered YES to any of those questions, you should apply to join Publications where you will work on the Cayuse yearbook or the school newspaper The Hoofprint.

We’re looking for dedicated and hardworking students who are people-friendly, want to be involved in school, and want to develop communication, writing, design and people skills.

If you think you’d make a great addition to the Publications staff and would like to write stories and capture memories, please apply! Applications are due Feb. 25.

oin us after school in Mr. Smits’ room (E11) on August 18th!

When:
📅 Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday
🕒 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Who:
Our amazing student tutors will be available to:

• Help you study for tests

• Assist with homework problems

• Answer your academic questions

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity for extra support!

The second round of graduation tickets will be available for purchase in February.

Important details:

• Tickets are $15 each

• A maximum of 5 tickets may be purchased per student

• Tickets will be distributed during the second graduation rehearsal in May

Please note:
This is the second round of ticket sales. Each graduate automatically receives 4 complimentary tickets.

Throughout the month of February, the WHS Career Center will be assisting seniors every tutorial in the College and Career Center. This support is designed to help students with college applications, career planning, financial aid questions, and postsecondary next steps.

We encourage all seniors to take advantage of this opportunity and stop by during tutorial for assistance.

Below is the Walnut Valley Educational Foundation Scholarship application for 2026.

Applications must be submitted by March 13th and must be signed by a GLC to be considered.

WHSJCC scholarship applications are now open. Don’t miss your chance to apply!

Thank you for all the interest in senior dedications. We have sold out.

We still have yearbooks for sale, so you can still order a yearbook at ASB or online at yearbookordercenter.com until March 1. Price is $120.

Price goes up again at distribution so don’t wait!

Attention Seniors! A Latino Scholarship is now available for graduating seniors with Latino heritage. This is a great opportunity to receive financial support as you continue your education after high school. Eligible students are encouraged to apply and take advantage of this scholarship opportunity.

Thank you to everyone who attended our Parent Night on Thursday, January 29th! We appreciate your time and involvement in supporting our students.

For those who were unable to attend or if you would like to review the information again all presentation links and resources will be available on our website. Please visit walnuths.net click on the Guidance/GLC tab for access to materials and additional information.

We encourage you to take a look to stay informed and connected. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.

Check out the latest events and schedule happening in the Career Center! From workshops to college visits and job opportunities, there’s something for everyone.

For the most up-to-date details, be sure to visit their website for the latest and greatest: LINK HERE

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to the Career Center or stop by!

Get ready for our Career Fair coming to campus on Monday, April 21, 2026!

The Career Fair will take place during Tutorial and Lunch in the Aux Gym. This is a great opportunity to explore career paths, connect with professionals, and learn about future opportunities.

We encourage all students to stop by, ask questions, and take advantage of this experience.

More details to come stay tuned!

Review the information below to learn what CaliforniaColleges.edu is all about and how it can help you plan your future. From exploring careers to tracking college applications, it’s a one-stop shop for your college and career journey!

If you need a transcript, you can see it on your Student Portal or go to our website at www.walnuths.net and click under the students tab. Make an account on Parchment and view it free or have one sent. If you need it in another format, please contact our front office for help!

We are excited to share our 2026/2027 Open Enrollment Informational Video. This video presentation covers important details about enrollment options for both WVUSD residents and families living outside our district. You'll learn about the different pathways for enrollment, including District of Choice, Allen Bill (Parent Employment), and Inter-District Transfer Permits.

Submission Deadline: 2/26/2026 at 6pm

Congressman Gil Cisneros’s 2026 Congressional Art Competition is now open! High school students who live in the 31st Congressional District are invited to submit original artwork now through Friday, March 13 at 5 p.m. The First-Place winner’s artwork will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year and the student will be invited to Washington, D.C. this summer for a special recognition ceremony. Top 3 finalists will also have their artwork displayed for one year at the Covina District Office.

All submissions must include the required Student Information and Release Form. Full rules, forms, and submission details are available at cisneros.house.gov/services/art-competition. If you have questions, contact the district office Field Representative Christiane Salamat by email: Christiane.Salamat@mail.house.gov or (626)646-0369.

Don't miss this opportunity from the Walnut Library.

Volunteers Needed...

Check out this amazing opportunity.

We are fortunate to have the Walnut Community Club, who supports many of the educational and culture programs at WHS. If you didn't get a chance to contribute during registration, please consider contributing to this organization which does so much for our school and community.

Want to make your child’s special day even more memorable? Celebrate your student’s birthday with a Happy Birthday message on the WHS Marquee! We’ll proudly display your student’s First and Last Name, along with their birthday, on the marquee for all to see and celebrate!

📅 Important:

To ensure your message is displayed on time, please submit your request by the 25th of the month prior to your child's birthday month.
For example, the birthday is Jan 10th, the request is to be submitted no later than December 25th.

Let’s celebrate our Mustangs in style!

When parking in the student lot, please park in designated student spaces only.

Yellow marked spaces are reserved for staff. Parking correctly helps keep our campus safe, organized, and respectful for everyone. Thank you for stepping up and doing your part!

Please remember that attendance counts—every period, every day. Students must be present at the beginning of each period to be marked present.

📌 Single-period absences must be reconciled through the Attendance Office by the student.
If marked absent, a notification will be sent to both the student and parent/guardian with the date and period of the absence.
To correct individual period attendance, the student must contact the Attendance Office directly.

📌 Full-day absences require a parent/guardian to call the Attendance Office by the end of the school day.

⏰ Student Release Cutoff Time:
Students may not be released from school within 30 minutes of the end of the school day.

• 2:55 PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays

• 2:10 PM on Wednesdays

📞 Attendance Reporting Hotline:

• 11th & 12th Grades: (909) 444-3625

• 9th & 10th Grades: (909) 444-3642

Thank you for helping us ensure accurate attendance and student accountability.

Need to know when the bell rings? Here’s your go to schedule to keep your day running smoothly. Stay organized, stay on time, and let’s have a great day, Mustangs!

Do you park in the WHS Student Parking Lot? Starting next week, Security will be placing Warning Signs on any car that does NOT have a valid WHS Parking Permit displayed. Make sure your permit is clearly visible on your car.

How to avoid a warning:

• Complete all Info on Student Parking Form HERE (Upload California Driver's License, Upload evidence of vehicle insurance coverage with student listed as insured driver)
• Display your permit properly on your vehicle.
• Park only in designated student spaces.

Starting Monday, August 11, those without a 1st, 5th, or 6th period must see their GLC to receive an off-campus sticker. Students will not be allowed to leave campus without this sticker and valid student ID as proof of a free period. Please review the flyer for full details.

Due to numerous problems and safety concerns, we want to remind everyone that student lunches are not allowed to be delivered anywhere on campus. Food, drinks, or other items must not be passed to students through the fence. This is strictly prohibited.

Additionally, outside food delivery services such as Uber Eats and DoorDash are not permitted. Any food deliveries dropped off on campus will be confiscated.

We understand the importance of student nutrition and encourage students to either take advantage of the free lunch provided at school or bring their lunch from home.

Thank you for your cooperation in ensuring a safe and secure environment for all students.

To assure student safety coming to and from school please take a moment to review these important reminders. Plan adequate time to ensure safe decisions and please be patient during drop off and pick up.

Website: walnuths.net
Location: 400 Pierre Road, Walnut, CA, USA
Phone: 909-594-1333
Facebook: facebook.com/WalnutHighSchool
Twitter: @walnut_mustangs