Falcon Weekly Bulletin

Hello Andrew Hill Families,

Get ready for an exciting Halloween and Homecoming Week! Here’s what’s coming up:

• Homecoming Spirit Week -
• Monday: Mad Monday (Teacher-Student Swap Day)

• Tuesday: Alice's Tea Party (PJs and a Stuffed Animal Guest)
• Wednesday: TweedleDee, Tweedle Dum (Twin Day)
• Thursday: Through the Looking Glass (Class Color)
• Friday: The White Rabbit’s Clock (Throwback Day – Y2K)
• Homecoming Rally – Join us for our rally on Thursday, where we’ll kick off the festivities in the Large Gym! At the same time, there will be a resource Resource & Service fair in the main quad. Students can also participate in a costume contest at lunch.
• We get out at 3:30 PM due to Rally schedule!
• Homecoming Game & Bell Game– On Friday, cheer on our Falcons as we take on James Lick! Plus, enjoy a special Folklorico Dia de Los Muertos performance as part of our celebrations during lunch.
• Homecoming Dance – The week wraps up with our dance on Saturday from 7:00 - 10:00 PM, themed “Through the Looking Glass.”

Let’s make it a fantastic week full of spirit and fun!

IB Learning Profile Trait of the Month: In October, FALCONS strive to be Communicators: We express ourselves confidently and creatively in more than one language and in many ways. We collaborate effectively, listening carefully to the perspectives of other individuals and groups.

IB Learning Profile Trait of the Month: In November, FALCONS strive to be Inquirers: We nurture our curiosity, developing skills for inquiry and research. We know how to learn independently and with others. We learn with enthusiasm and sustain our love of learning throughout life.

IB Question of the Week: Can new knowledge change established values or beliefs?

IB Exam:

Juniors or seniors planning on taking an IB exam this year who have not received a test registration form can pick them up in the Learning Center from Mr. Winsatt at break. All forms must be submitted to Mr. Winsatt by November 8th.

• Monday: 10/28 (Late Start - 1, 3, 5, 7)

• Morning Staff Meeting - Late Start (8:30 - 10:00 AM)

• Homecoming Spirit Count - Main Quad (12:44 - 1:14 PM)

• Tuesday: 10/29 (Late Start - 2, 4, 6, 7)

• Morning Staff Meeting - Late Start (8:30 - 10:00 AM)

• Homecoming Spirit Count - Main Quad (12:44 - 1:14 PM)

• Girls Flag Football vs. Pioneer (7:00 - 9:00 PM)

• Wednesday: 10/30 (Block - 1, 3, 5, 7)

• Cross Country at Montgomery Hill Park vs. JL, Chris (4:00 - 6:00 PM)

• Winter Sports Parent Meeting (6:00 - 7:00 PM)

• Thursday: 10/31 (Block - 2, 4, Rally, 6)

• Resource & Service Fair - Main Quad (12:00 - 2:00 PM)

• Homecoming Rally (12:09 - 1:16 PM)

• 2024 Costume Contest - Main Quad (1:15 - 1:46 PM)

• Girls Flag Football vs. Lincoln (6:00 - 7:30 PM)

• Friday: 11/01 (Regular)

• Football vs. James Lick - Homecoming & Bell Game (4:30 - 10:00 PM)

• Saturday: 11/02 (No School)

• Saturday Scholars - Student Union (8:30 - 12:30 PM)

• 2024 Homecoming Dance (7:00 - 10:00 PM)

Later start on Monday, Oct. 28 & Tuesday, Oct. 29- Student Union & offices are closed 8:00am-10:00am.

Singleton Parking Lot gates will be closed at 10:15am on Monday, Oct. 28 & Tuesday, Oct. 29.

Rest of the week will follow our regular bell schedule & Homecoming events:

• Odd blocks on Wednesday, Oct. 30
• Even blocks on Thursday, Oct. 31-- Homecoming Rally
  • 6th period will end at 3:30pm (all students get out at this time)
• All classes on Friday, Nov. 1-- Marking Period 2 ends

Singleton Parking Lot gates will be closed at 9:00am the rest of the week (Wed-Friday).

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.

Homecoming Spirit Week

Have you seen the white rabbit? 🤔

HOP into our Spirit Week on Monday, October 28th - Friday, October 31st
STARTING WITH:
MAD MONDAY 🤪🎉
Eat me! Teacher-Student Swap Day! 🤯

TUESDAY 🍵🎂
Alice's Mad Tea Party 🍵
PJs and stuffed animals welcome! (Just like the Mad Hatter's party!) 🎁

WEDNESDAY 👯👫
TweedleDee, TweedleDum Twin Day! 🤝
"We're twins! We're twins!" 💕

THURSDAY 🏆🎉
RALLY DAY IN THE GYM 🏋️‍♀️
Through the Looking Glass 🔍
Class colors and costumes encouraged!
Seniors: Yellow 💛
Juniors: Orange 🍊
Sophomores: Purple 💜
Freshmen: Green 🌿

FRIDAY ⏰🕰️
The White Rabbit's Clock Strikes Fear! ⏳
Y2K Throwback Day! 🎉
BELL GAME VS JAMES LICK ON FRIDAY! 🚨

Homecoming Dance
Saturday, November 2ND
Tickets on sale now at the bank! 🎟️

DON'T GET FOMO, BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW!

Get ready to tumble down the rabbit hole! 🐰💫 Andrew P. Hill High School presents...

Homecoming 2024: Alice Through the Looking Glass 🔮👑

Join us for a whimsical night of wonder and magic on November 2nd, 2024 in the Main Quad! 🌃

Ticket Info:

📆 Oct 21-25

🏦 Tickets sold at the bank

💸 $10 w/ ASB card, $12 w/o ASB card

📆 Oct 28-Nov 1st

🏦 Tickets sold at the bank

💸 $12 w/ ASB card, $15 w/o ASB card

*Event Details:*

🕰️ Doors open 7pm, close 8pm (no entry after 8pm)

❌ No refunds

Don't be late for this very important date! ⏰ Come dressed in your best Wonderland attire and get ready for a night to remember!

Questions? @andrewhillasb for more info!

Hello Seniors!

We're gearing up for an exciting prom season and need your help! We're seeking volunteers to assist with a fundraising event at the Stanford Concession on Saturday, November 16, 2024. Your support will directly contribute to lowering the cost of prom tickets.

If you're interested in volunteering, please message us on our Instagram page. Every bit of help makes a big difference! Thank you for your support!

Keep an eye out for senior updates here!

Class of 2025, please take a moment to schedule your senior portrait in the San Jose Studio. The scheduling site is now ready for you to self-schedule your senior portraits. Please use the link provided to reserve a day and time for your appointment.

Click on this link Prestige Studio Scheduling

1. Create an account by entering a user name and password ( or log in if you already have an account)
   
2. Click on Book Appointment button
3. Select the Prestige Location using select button on the right (San Carlos and San Jose are on page 2)
4. Enter your school's name and locate your school on the list
5. Select Session Option by checking the box on the right of the session you desire
6. Confirm the Selection
7. Select a Date and Time that works best
8. Enter parent/guardian information
9. Enter Student Information
10. Finalize Appointment (You should be able to see confirmation page and email)

WINGS:

Want to do a fun, free activity? Want free prizes? WINGS is hosting their October Wellness event in front of the Wellness Center, 403, on Monday, 10/28! Stop by and get a free Halloween themed prize!

🎃 Keep it Spooky, Not Scary: Avoid costumes with violent or bloody images. It's okay to look "spooky," but nothing too gruesome.

👁️ Masks and Makeup: We need to be able to see your student's face clearly. Please keep makeup minimal and apply it at home. Remember, learning is still happening, so your child might need to remove their mask during class.

🧥 Safe Costumes: Make sure your student's costume doesn’t have anything hanging below the wrist or ankle to avoid tripping or getting things caught.

🎒 Easy-to-Carry Props: If your student's has props, they should be easy to manage.

🚫 No Weapons: Please don’t include any toy weapons in the costume.

🕷 Fun crafts with stuff you really do have around the house

🍪 A quick and easy recipe for green monster sprinkle cookies

🎶 A clean, fun Halloween-themed playlist

Lost and Found:

Falcons! Have you lost your water bottle, sweater, tray, swim clothes, PE clothes, or some smaller items, then come on down to the attendance office and claim your items.

ASSETs:

Join any of our after school special interest classes (linked).

Before & After-School Tutoring:

Attention! Before and after-school tutoring starts this week in room 407! Need help in your classes? We’re here to help! Open every day! Can’t make it in person? Check out Paper.co on our school website for online tutoring for all subjects, 24 hrs a day, every day!

School Culture and Traditions: Check out our school website for lots of great information, and to hear our 8 Claps fight song that we are learning for all our games.

Walden West: Science Camp Cabin Leader with Dahl Elementary

What kind of issues does the Mental Health & Wellness Center address?

The center addresses a wide variety of issues such as:

• Stress/anxiety symptoms

• Low mood/depression symptoms

• Sexual orientation/gender identity questions

• Family/home Issues

• Chronic illness

• Substance use

• Violence and abuse

• Peer relationships/social supports

• Cultural supports

• Crisis support (during school hours)

• Off-site resources & referrals

Tools available for students to use in the center include:

• Art therapy tools
• Calming techniques
• Fidgets tools other manipulatives
• Aromatherapy
• Sound therapy
• Sensory materials (including tea)
• Learning materials, magazines, and books

9th Grade

11TH GRADE LAST NAMES: O - Z

Jenna Braga

408.347.4168

bragaj@esuhsd.org

10th Grade

11TH GRADE LAST NAMES: A - J

Areli Flores

408.347.4166

floresa@esuhsd.org

REMIND: text @flores2027 to the number 81010

Type your last and first name

11th Grade

Ms. De La Cruz

408.347.4167

delacruzcharissamae@esuhsd.org

12th Grade

11TH GRADE LAST NAMES: K - N

BaoVy Nguyen

408.347.4133

nguyenb@esuhsd.org

Are you a Falcon alumni or parent who wants to support our Falcon community? Please send an email to andrewhillasb407@gmail.com for more information and volunteer opportunities!

Thank you Andrew Hill! Have a great week! If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Miss Hoang: hoangh@esuhsd.org. If you would like to submit an announcement, please use this google form.

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