Great Oak - Newsletter Volume 5.5

Dear Wolfpack Families,

As we turn the calendar toward the final stretch of the school year, the excitement on campus is palpable. Our seniors have worked incredibly hard to reach this milestone, and we are entering what we fondly call "The Final Push."

To help our families stay organized during this whirlwind of celebrations and requirements, I am sharing our official Countdown to Graduation timeline. Please take a moment to mark these dates on your calendars!

The first week of June is dedicated to honoring our graduates with long-standing traditions:

• June 1: Senior Disney Trip 🏰

• June 2: Supes, Snacks, and Yearbook Signing

• June 3: The Busy Day: Walk of Gratitude, Senior Check-Out, Graduation Rehearsal, and Senior Sunset.

• JUNE 4: GRADUATION DAY! 🎓

• June 5: Diploma Pick-Up

We look forward to a GREAT final week together and celebrating all of your students hard work at graduation!

GOHS Staff

As graduation approaches, we want to remind our senior families that all TVUSD student Google accounts—including Google Drive, Gmail, and Google Photos—will be deactivated 30 days after graduation.

Any files, photos, emails, or other content stored in these accounts will no longer be accessible once the account is removed. We strongly encourage seniors to download or transfer any important documents, photos, projects, or personal files before the deadline.

Students have already received instructions on how to transfer their data using Google Takeout, but families can play an important role in helping ensure that nothing important is lost during this transition.

We encourage you to speak with your graduating senior and make a plan to save any files they wish to keep.

Thank you for your partnership in helping our graduates successfully transition beyond high school!

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We are thrilled to share some incredible news from our athletics department. This past Saturday, our Unified Track & Field team competed at the CIF Masters Championship Meet, and their performance was nothing short of historic.

After a long day of intense competition, our student-athletes proved that hard work and teamwork truly pay off. Please join me in celebrating Katelyn Mantanona, Jocelyn Huth, Tayden Pollastro, and Riley Amidon for their outstanding achievements.

Our girls didn’t just compete; they dominated. We are proud to announce that all four athletes have qualified for the State CIF Championships this coming Friday, May 29th.

Here is a look at the events where they will be representing our school:

It is going to be a busy and exciting Friday for these four talented young women. They have their sights set on the podium, and we couldn't be prouder of the dedication they’ve shown to their sport and to each other.

Best of luck to Katelyn, Jocelyn, Tayden, and Riley—bring home the gold!

Lunchtime on Thursday was a little louder and a lot more joyful than usual! We gathered in the PAC to celebrate the incredible athletes and partners of our Unified Sports program.

For those who may be new to the community, Unified Sports joins people with and without intellectual disabilities on the same team. It’s dedicated to promoting social inclusion through shared training and competitive experiences—and today was all about celebrating the bonds formed on and off the field.

Highlights from the Celebration:

• Spirit Awards: Several students were recognized for their leadership, sportsmanship, and commitment to the "Play Unified" mission.

• Shared Memories: We took a look back at the season's greatest plays, showing that while the scores matter, the friendships matter more.

• Community Support: A huge thank you to the staff and student volunteers who organized the lunch and ensured our athletes felt like the superstars they are.

Seeing our students support one another regardless of ability is a powerful reminder of what makes our school culture so special. Today wasn’t just about sports; it was about belonging.

As we prepare for the end of the school year, we want to remind families that any unserved detention hours will carry over into the 2026–2027 school year.

Students who begin their senior year on the school's "No Go List" may face restrictions on participation in certain senior activities and privileges. One important example is the opportunity to purchase a senior parking space during the priority sales period before school begins. Senior parking permits are highly sought after and typically sell out quickly.

We encourage students to take advantage of the remaining days of the school year to complete any outstanding detention obligations and start their senior year in good standing.

If your student has questions regarding their detention status or needs additional information, please contact Mr. Morton or Mr. Ellis for assistance.

Thank you for your partnership in helping our students begin their senior year ready to take full advantage of the opportunities ahead.

Go Pack!

Great Oak High School is committed to supporting positive student behavior and accountability. As part of our PBIS system, we want to remind families about the expectations surrounding detention hours and the NO GO List.

Students who accumulate 8 or more hours of detention—due to tardies, single-period truancies, and/or disciplinary actions—are placed on the NO GO List. When a student is on this list, their school account is locked, which restricts them from making purchases at bookkeeping and on the webstore. This includes items such as dance tickets, parking permits and GRADUATION TICKETS! Additionally, students on the NO GO List are not permitted to attend school events, including WSB activities and athletic contests. For student-athletes, this also means they cannot leave school early for away games!

Students can be removed from the NO GO List by reducing their detention hours to below 8 hours. Opportunities to serve detention include:

• Before School: 7:50–8:20 AM (Room 306)

• Lunch: Room 306

• Saturday School: Counts for 4 hours

We encourage families to partner with us in helping students take advantage of these opportunities to clear their hours, regain privileges, and stay engaged in the full school experience.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our PBIS Coordinator, Mr. Morton.

Great Oak student-athletes and coaches delivered another incredible spring season filled with league championships, CIF playoff success, state qualifiers, and national-level performances. Congratulations to all of our athletes, coaches, families, and support staff for an outstanding year representing the Wolfpack with pride, character, and excellence.

Boys & Girls Track and Field

Great Oak’s track and field athletes continued to excel at the league, state, and national levels while demonstrating tremendous leadership and team culture.

Highlights

• Marco Franco was the individual league champion in cross country and finished 12th at the CIF State Division I Championships.

• Abby Huth and Brooklynn Osborne helped lead the girls cross country team to:

1. A Southwestern League Championship

2. A 5th place finish at the CIF State Championships, the team’s best finish in five years

3. A 4th place national finish at the RunningLane National Championships in Alabama

Marco Franco, Abby Huth, and Brooklynn Osborne have also qualified for Nike Outdoor Nationals this June.

Boys Golf

The boys golf team captured the Southwestern League Championship after going undefeated in league play, earning the program’s 18th league title in school history.

Highlights

• Dominic Willson won the Southwestern League individual championship

• 3rd place finish at the CIF Division 2 Team Finals

• Finished ranked among the Top 25 teams in the CIF Southern Section

Boys Tennis

The boys tennis team had one of the best seasons in program history:

• 18-2 overall record

• 10-0 undefeated Southwestern League Champions

• Ranked #14 out of 354 schools in the CIF Southern Section final rankings

• Earned a home CIF Division 2 playoff match

Individual Highlights

• Liam Balleweg and Vrishik Palanka:

1. Southwestern League Doubles Champions

2. Advanced to the 3rd round of CIF Individuals

• Derek Hu and Euan Cho:

1. Southwestern League Doubles Runners-Up

2. Advanced to the 2nd round of CIF Individuals

• Erik Linton:

1. Southwestern League Singles Runner-Up

2. Advanced to the 2nd round of CIF Individuals

Boys & Girls Swimming

The swim program completed one of the most successful seasons in school history, with both varsity programs earning Southwestern League Championships.

Program Highlights

• 16 swimmers qualified for the CIF-SS Division 2 Championships

• Alex Hernandez, Marcoantonio Medranda, Matthew Glennon, and Josh Child set a new school record in the 4x50 Freestyle Relay with a time of 1:29.69

Individual Highlights

• Matthew Glennon:

• Undefeated League Champion in the 200 Freestyle and 500 Freestyle

• Khloe Valadez:

• CIF Finalist in the 200 Freestyle

• CIF Qualifier in the 100 Butterfly

• Alex Hernandez:

• Undefeated League Champion in the 100 Butterfly and 100 Backstroke

• CIF Finalist in both events

Girls Lacrosse

Under first-year head coach Scott Husband, the girls lacrosse team had its best season in program history, advancing to the CIF Division 3 semifinals.

All-League Honors

• Sydney Lalloway — 1st Team All-League

• Jade Marie Watkins — 2nd Team All-League

Beach Volleyball

In its inaugural season as a program, Great Oak Beach Volleyball enjoyed immediate success under first-year head coach Tonia Jackson.

Highlights

• 14-3 overall record

• 2nd place in the Ivy League

• Advanced to the CIF Quarterfinals

All-League Honors

• Audrey Copeland

• Kaitlyn Dugan

• Allie Graham

• Breanna Rushlow

Audrey Copeland and Breanna Rushlow also qualified for the CIF Individual Pairs Tournament and were the only Inland Empire pair to qualify for the Division 1 playoffs, finishing 17th overall.

The inaugural season established a strong foundation for the future of Great Oak Beach Volleyball.

Baseball

The baseball team advanced to the 2nd Round of the CIF Division 2 playoffs, continuing the strong tradition of Great Oak Baseball.

Stunt

The Great Oak Stunt team qualified for CIF postseason competition and continued to build a strong and competitive program.

Unified Track

Great Oak’s Unified Track athletes continued to inspire the Wolfpack community through teamwork, determination, and competitive success.

State Championship Qualifiers

• Jocelyn Huth

• Katelyn Mantanona

• Riley Amidon

• Hayden Pollastro

The program qualified in:

• 4x100 Relay

• 100-meter dash

• Shot put

Boys Volleyball

Highlights

• Jack Speer was named Great Oak High School Scholar Athlete of the Year

• Adam Coghill and Jack Speer earned All-Southwestern League Second Team honors

Boys Lacrosse

Under first-year head coach Tristan Brumund, the boys lacrosse team continued building a strong culture and foundation for future success.

Softball

The Great Oak softball team has put together one of the most impressive postseason runs in recent school history and will compete in the CIF Southern Section Division 3 Championship Game on Saturday night.

After finishing the regular season with a 15–15 overall record and a 9–6 mark in Southwestern League play, the Wolfpack caught fire late in the season and advanced all the way to the CIF Division 3 Finals. Entering the playoffs playing their best softball of the season, the Wolfpack won four consecutive postseason games to earn a spot in the championship game.

CIF Playoff Run

• First Round: defeated West Torrance, 5–2

• Second Round: defeated Rancho Cucamonga, 6–5

• Quarterfinals: defeated Edison, 10–5

• Semifinals: defeated North Torrance, 4–3

The season has become a tremendous example of perseverance, resilience, and late-season momentum, as Great Oak transformed from a .500 team into one of the final two teams remaining in CIF Southern Section Division 3.

It is now time to complete your Annual Family Update in your Infinite Campus Parent Portal. This update is REQUIRED FOR ALL STUDENTS RETURNING TO TVUSD FOR THE 26/27 SCHOOL YEAR.

Any student who does not have a completed Annual Update:

• may not be enrolled in a class for the 26/27 school year
  
• may not receive a schedule
  
• and may not be able to participate in school business days in August.
  

It is imperative that all families complete the Annual Family Update as soon as possible to prevent any delay in your child's enrollment for the next school year.

Click the links below for RETURNING STUDENT ANNUAL UPDATE INSTRUCTIONS:

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Please note, this process is for RETURNING STUDENTS ONLY. If you have a child in your family who will be new to TVUSD for the 26/27 school year, you must complete the New Student Enrollment process. Click HERE for New Student Enrollment instructions.

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Whether it's the passionate educators who shape the future of our children, the diligent administrative staff who keep the educational machinery running smoothly, or the unsung heroes who contribute to the district in various ways, the TVUSD Community High Five Program provides a means to express gratitude and support for their unwavering dedication to the educational well-being of the community. Through this program, TVUSD fosters a sense of unity and appreciation, strengthening the bond between the district and the community it serves.

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