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Titan Torch

September 21, 2025

Titan TorchSeptember 21, 2025

Around Campus

We had another fantastic International Week! Thank you, Club Literario, for all of the festivities, including folklorico dancing, cultural board presentations, an international food festival, and a performance from Grupo Los Patrones De La Costa on Friday.

Thursday night we hosted the Early College Academy (ECA) student celebration (spring & summer 25) and parent meeting. It was a great turnout were we reviewed the College & Career Indicator (CCI).

Next week is HOMECOMING! Looking forward to what ASB has in store- please support by participating in spirit week and we look forward to seeing our current Titans & Titan Alumni at Friday's Football Game vs. Whittier HS.

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Important Student Reminders Important Student Reminders

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Student ID's

All students must have their school ID with them at all times while on campus. If your student needs to get an ID, they can do so in the Business and Activities Office.

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Dress Code

We ask that you please review the school's dress code policy with your student as outlined in the Pioneer High School Parent & Student Handbook (Pg 19). We want to remind everyone that clothing with references to "Cookies" and "Too Much Cough Syrup", as well as any attire depicting weapons or violence, is not permitted.

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Halloween Costume Guidelines

As we approach Halloween, we want to share some guidelines for costumes to ensure a fun and safe day for everyone. Please review these rules with your student:

  • Costumes must be appropriate. Any costume considered overexposing, suggestive, or in poor taste by administration will result in the student being sent home or asked to change.

  • No gang-style attire is permitted.

  • Masks may only be worn during the best costume contest at lunch.

  • No extreme makeup that hides a student's identity.

  • No look-alike weapons such as toy guns or knives.

  • All other standard dress code rules remain in effect.


The general rule of thumb is that a costume should not disrupt the learning environment for any student. Please help your student choose a safe and appropriate costume.

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📢 School Site Council (SSC) Parent Nomination

The School Site Council (SSC) is made up of parents, students, staff, teachers, and administrators who work together to guide important decisions for Pioneer High School.

👉 This year, we are looking for 1 parent representative to join the SSC!

📌 Key Information:

  • Term: 2 years

  • Meetings: Monthly at 3:15 p.m. (in-person or on Zoom)

  • Language: Meetings are conducted in English (translation available if needed)

  • Commitment: A voluntary leadership role representing the voices of all Pioneer parents.

  • Click here to nominate yourself!

⚠️ Important:
Today (Sunday) is the LAST DAY to nominate yourself!
Don’t miss this opportunity to be a voice for our Titan families.

📅 Meeting Dates:

  • 9/24 (Zoom) – District meeting for all new members

  • 10/16 (In-Person)

  • 11/13 (In-Person)

  • 12/11 (Zoom)

  • 1/15 (Zoom)

  • 3/12 (In-Person)

  • 4/9 (In-Person)

  • 5/7 (In-Person)

🙌 Join us in shaping the future of Pioneer High School!

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📢 ¡Se Necesitan Padres para el Comité ELAC!

El Comité Asesor de Aprendices de Inglés (ELAC) está formado por padres de estudiantes aprendices de inglés, padres de familia que hablan español, y miembros de la comunidad. Este comité es fundamental para apoyar a nuestros estudiantes y asegurar que sus voces y necesidades sean escuchadas. 💚

👉 Este año necesitamos 5 padres para formar parte de la mesa directiva.

📌 Información Clave:

  • Plazo del cargo: 1 año

  • Reuniones: Una vez al mes a las 9:00 a.m. o a las 5:30 p.m. (en persona)

  • Composición de la mesa directiva: Presidente/a, Vicepresidente/a, Secretario/a, Parlamentario/a (opcional) y Representantes al DELAC

  • Oprima aqui para nominarse

📅 Fechas programadas de reuniones 2025-26:

  • 2 de octubre – 5:30 p.m. (en persona)

  • 23 de octubre – 9:00 a.m. (en persona)

  • 5 de noviembre – Reunión del Distrito (DO) en Zoom

  • 20 de noviembre – 5:30 p.m. (en persona)

  • 11 de diciembre – 9:00 a.m. (en persona)

  • 19 de febrero – 5:30 p.m. (en persona)

  • 12 de marzo – 5:30 p.m. (en persona)

  • 30 de abril – 9:00 a.m. (en persona)

🙌 ¡Su participación es muy importante! Al ser parte del ELAC, usted ayudará a guiar programas y servicios para apoyar a nuestros estudiantes aprendices de inglés y sus familias.

➡️ Si está interesado en servir, por favor comuníquese con la oficina de Expanded Horizons o pase personalmente para inscribirse.

AP Parent Night 9/24

Join us for AP parent night on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 to learn about AP, Exam dates and the AP Contract.

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🎉 PTSA Membership Raffle Alert! 🎉

We are just 4 members away from unlocking our next raffle! Click here to join!
This time, we’re raffling off a pair of Homecoming Tickets 🏈💚🎟️

📅 Raffle Date: Monday
📲 Winners will be announced on Instagram: @pioneerhigh_titans

✨ Don’t miss your chance! Sign up today and be part of the Titan Family tradition.

👉 All PTSA members will be entered into this first raffle.
💚 Moving forward, exclusive raffle opportunities will be for our Gold and Platinum Members only!

Let’s hit our goal together and celebrate with Titan Pride! 💚⚡

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🎉 Dual Enrollment Celebration 🎉

This week we proudly celebrated over 90 Pioneer High School students who successfully completed a Rio Hondo College course with a grade of C or better! 👏💚

A huge thank you to our parents, families, and community for joining us to recognize our amazing Titans. Your support makes all the difference in their success!

📜 Student Recognition
Below are the names of all students who earned a grade of C or better.
👉 If your student took a course but their name is not listed, please have them stop by the Horizons Office to complete a grade release form so we can update their recognition.

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Athletes of the Week Athletes of the Week

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🏈 You’re Invited – Homecoming Football Game Next Friday!/🏈 ¡Están invitados – Partido de Fútbol Americano de Homecoming el próximo viernes! Estimado personal,

Come join us next Friday for our Homecoming Football Game vs. Whittier High School!

📍 Location: Pioneer High School
🕖 Kickoff: 7:00 PM

🎟 Admission:
Purchase through our GoFan link and bring the whole family to enjoy the night.

🎉 Halftime & Special Appearances Include:

  • Choir performing the National Anthem & Alma Mater

  • Band & Pepsters bringing the spirit with pep tunes

  • Our amazing student section

  • Drill Team performance

  • Crowning of our 2025 Homecoming Queen 👑

  • Photo opportunities to capture the memories

We hope to see you there for an exciting night of football, school spirit, and community celebration!

Go Titans!


Los invitamos a acompañarnos el próximo viernes para nuestro Partido de Fútbol Americano de Homecoming contra Whittier High School.

📍 Lugar: Pioneer High School
🕖 Comienzo: 7:00 PM

🎟 Admisión:
Compre a través de nuestro enlace de GoFan y traiga a toda la familia para disfrutar de la noche.

🎉 El medio tiempo y las presentaciones especiales incluyen:

  • El coro cantando el Himno Nacional y el Alma Mater

  • La banda y los Pepsters con música para animar

  • Nuestra increíble sección de estudiantes

  • Presentación del equipo de Drill

  • Coronación de nuestra Reina de Homecoming 2025 👑

  • Oportunidades para tomarse fotos y guardar recuerdos

¡Esperamos verlos allí para una noche emocionante de fútbol, espíritu escolar y celebración en comunidad!

¡Go Titans!

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🎉 Get Ready for Spirit Week! 🎉/ 🎉 ¡Prepárate para la Semana de Espíritu! 🎉

Homecoming is almost here, and we want YOU to join the fun!

✨ Spirit Week = Dress-Up Days + School Pride + Lots of Fun! ✨
Bring your energy, dress up for each theme day, and get ready to celebrate Homecoming all week long.

Let’s make this the most spirited week of the year — see you there! 🎭🏈👑


¡Homecoming ya casi está aquí y queremos que TÚ te unas a la diversión!

✨ Semana de Espíritu = Días de Disfraces + Orgullo Escolar + Mucha Diversión ✨
Trae tu energía, vístete para cada día temático y prepárate para celebrar Homecoming toda la semana.

¡Hagamos que esta sea la semana más divertida y llena de espíritu del año! 🎭🏈👑

Your Mental Health Matters Your Mental Health Matters

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Counselor Corner

Read the latest in the Counselor Corner

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Safety Before and After School

Key Safety Guidelines:

  • Call 911 immediately if you feel unsafe or are being followed

  • Walk or bike in pairs/groups whenever possible

  • Keep one ear free - don't wear earbuds in both ears

  • Stay alert and aware of your surroundings

  • Use well-lit, populated routes and avoid shortcuts through isolated areas

  • Let parents know your expected arrival time

Parents: Please review these guidelines with your students and contact us with any concerns.

Schedule

Monday 9/22:Odd periods (0,1,3,5) dismissal at 3:00p.m

Tuesday 9/23: Even periods (0,2,4,6) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Wednesday 9/24: Odd periods (0,1,3,5) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Thursday 9/25: Even periods (0,2,4,6) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Friday 9/26: Assembly Schedule (1-6) dismissal at 2:53p.m. Homecoming Assembly, Homecoming Game 7pm.

Saturday 9/27: Homecoming Dance 6-10pm.

Monday 9/29:Odd periods (0,1,3,5) dismissal at 3:00p.m

Tuesday 9/30: Even periods (0,2,4,6) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Wednesday 10/1: Odd periods (0,1,3,5) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Thursday 10/2: Even periods (0,2,4,6) dismissal at 3:00p.m.

Friday 10/3: All (1-6) dismissal at 2:52p.m.

Logistics Logistics

Bell Schedule, Bus Schedule, Student / Parent Handbook

25-26 Bus Schedule/2025-2026 Horario de buses.

All Bell Schedules can be found here/Los horarios de la escuela se pueden encontrar aquí

Parent-Student Handbook is linked here/ El manual para padres y estudiantes Oprima aquí

Text-A-Tip: 562.584.7747

Mary Chapman, Principal
https://phs.wuhsd.org/
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