Eagle Family Update
November 8, 2026
Feel the Spirit! Feel the Pride! Be an Eagle!
Girls and Boys Water Polo
Both girls and boys water polo have made it to playoffs! Girls made it thru round #1 and #2 with victories and head to Semi-finals vs Ripon Wednesday, November 11 playing at Rio Americano HS, time TBD. The boys won in round #1 and played last Friday against Nevada Union. Results from that game will be in next week. Good luck to all the athletes! Go Eagles!
Upcoming Events
Monday, November 9 - Winter sports parent meeting - 5:30 - 7:00 pm in the Cafeteria
Tuesday, November 10 - Skate Night - 6:00 - 8:00 pm at Foothill Skate
Tuesday, November 10 - Site Council Meeting - 3:30 pm in the library
Tuesday, November 10 - PTSA and Booster meeting - 6:00 pm in the library - if you would like to join remotely please contact Jennifer at jennifer.mullen.morgan@gmail.com for the video link
Wednesday, November 11 - November 13 - No school - Veteran's Holiday
Monday, November 16 - Band Parent Meeting - 7:00 pm
Thursday, November 17 - Canned food drive ends
Wednesday, November 18 - Choir Open Mic Night - 4:00 pm
Wednesday, November 18 - Fall Sports Awards - 6:30 pm
Wednesday, November 19 - ELAC Meeting - 3:45 pm - Library
Thursday, November 19 - Community Care Hub at El Camino 3:00 - 4:30 pm in the cafeteria
November 23 - November 27 - No School - Thanksgiving break
Monday, November 30 - Band Parent Meeting - 7:00 pm
Student Spotlight
Mr. Battenfield has selected Lucas Spinelli as his Student Spotlight this week! I met Lucas when he was a Freshman in my IM2 class, and in all my years of teaching he is the only student to have answered every question, on every assignment, and on every test and quiz, correctly! I now have him in my Tech 2 class where he is excelling in attitude, ability, and creativity. He is currently a team leader on the shed build, and is showing his ability as a manager of people.
Student Spotlight
Band Fundraiser at Chipotle
Come on out and help the band raise funds by showing this flyer at Chipotle on Tuesday, November 10, 2026 from 4-8 pm, 3302 Arden Way, Sacramento. You may order online for pickup by using this code PAXYEGV or show the flyer in the restaurant. 25% of the event sales get donated to the school.
Skate Night
California International Marathon (CIM) Volunteer Opportunity
The California International Marathon (CIM) is on Sunday, December 6, 2026 from 7:00 am to 1:00 pm. El Camino runs Aid Station 14 located at the Elvas Bridge, and students who volunteer get 6 community service hours. Sign up here: https://thesacramentorunningassociation.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=114783 Create a profile and select AID STATION 14 - EL CAMINO HIGH SCHOOL
ThoughtExchange Survey
We’re inviting families, students, staff, and community members to help shape San Juan Unified’s priorities for the next three years through a brief ThoughtExchange. Participants can share what’s working well, where we can improve, and what our district should prioritize moving forward.
Please provide your feedback by Nov. 10.
Participate here: https://tejoin.com/participate/734289928
Senior Yearbook Ads are due soon!
The deadline to purchase a yearbook senior ad is November 21st. Please go to www.yearbookordercenter.com with school code 6224 for pricing and options. If you have any questions please contact Yearbook Advisor Liz Sansone: elizabeth.sansone@sanjuan.edu
Looking for donations
Mr. Zysk is looking for donations of aluminum cans which will be used as the base of the mural proposal that he will be presenting for approval to The Gathering Inn. The Gathering Inn is a nonprofit organization that receives homeless clients in north downtown Sacramento. They are requesting empty soda/water cans this week until Friday. You may drop the off in S-7 only.
AP Exam Registration for Block 1 NOW OPEN!
AP Exam Registration for Block 1 NOW OPEN!
Students taking AP classes may now register for their corresponding exams by going to https://user.totalregistration.net/AP/052710 and signing up. Students have until November 6th to complete their exam orders. Any student who chooses to register after this date will be charged $45 for each exam. Fee waivers and financial assistance do not include late fees of any kind. For more information, including steps on how to register, please refer to attached AP Exam Signup Steps. Any students choosing to not take an AP exam MUST email Mr. Beedy, the AP Coordinator, at john.beedy@sanjuan.edu.
Registration Window: September 11th-November 6th
Counseling Corner
Counselors are here to support students with:
- Academic planning
- College and career planning
- Social-emotional needs that arise at school
- Therapy referrals, when appropriate
To meet with a counselor, please schedule an appointment using their Calendly link below. Counselors are available to meet with students and families by appointment. Students may also drop in during lunch.
Counselor Caseloads
- Colleen Honegger: A–C & AVID — Book an Appointment with Ms. Honegger
- Beth Hein Sanchez: D–G & EPI — Book an Appointment with Ms. Hein-Sanchez
- Emily Greene: H–Ma & English Learners Book Appointment with Mrs. Greene
- John Beedy: Mc–Z & AP Coordinator — Book an Appointment with Mr. Beedy
Graduation and College Admission Requirements
Graduation & College Admission Requirements
Seniors: CSU and UC applications are due November 30, 2026. For letters of reference please see our website here Counseling Website
As a reminder, Senior parent forum slides our Course Catalog and A–G requirements for admission to four-year colleges and universities can be found here: Course Catalog
2026–27 Grading Periods
- Term 1: August 13–October 11
- Term 2: October 12–January 4
- Term 3: January 5–March 21
- Term 4: March 22–June 9
Mental Health Resources
Students and families can find additional mental health support and resources through San Juan Unified School District: Mental Health Support Resources
Blanket Fundraiser
⏰ LAST CHANCE ⏰ Dec 14 is the deadline. After that, they're gone — no restocks, no exceptions. If you want an El Camino Fundamental blanket, this is the moment. Order now → https://www.spectatorsport.com/p/RNWOij7pXxVM