Great Oak - Newsletter Volume 12.2

As we head into the last week of school before the holiday break, we want to thank our students, families, and staff for a fantastic start to the year. It’s a time to celebrate achievements, finish strong, and reflect on all we’ve accomplished together.

We encourage students to stay focused, complete any remaining assignments, and participate fully in end-of-semester activities. Families, your support is invaluable in helping students maintain momentum and finish the semester successfully.

Let’s make this final week of school a positive, productive, and joyful lead-in to a well-deserved holiday break!

Monday - Normal Schedule

Tuesday - Normal Schedule

Wednesday - Normal Schedule (Not a Modified Day - Dismissal at 3:30)

Thursday - Finals Schedule Periods 1,2,3 (Dismissal at 1:30)

Friday - Finals Schedule Periods 4,5,6 (Dismissal at 1:30)

Our Student Advisory Committee recently had the opportunity to give back in a meaningful way through the Chick-fil-A Leadership Academy’s 1 Million Book Giveaway initiative. Students visited Temecula Luiseño Elementary School, where they delivered brand-new books to first-grade classrooms and spent time reading alongside the students.

The visit was filled with smiles, excitement, and genuine connection as our students modeled leadership through service and literacy. By sharing stories and encouraging a love of reading, they helped make learning personal and joyful for our youngest learners.

We are proud of our Student Advisory Committee for representing our school with kindness and purpose, and grateful to the Chick-fil-A Leadership Academy for supporting opportunities that strengthen our community through service.

For the first time in five years, the Riverside County Office of Education’s Teen Poet Laureate student competition has been awarded to a student from Temecula Valley Unified School District.

During this year’s event, held on October 27, the title of the 2026 Teen Poet Laureate was awarded to Hayley Foo, a junior at Great Oak High School in the Temecula Valley Unified School District.

The RCOE Teen Poet Laureate program, created in collaboration with the Inlandia Institute, received 163 entries this year. After being reviewed by six judges, a total of 35 finalists and eight super finalists were selected.

The FINAL senior dedication ad deadline for the yearbook is Thursday, December 11th. Go to www.theyearbookcompany.com to place your ad.

We are proud to celebrate our “We Elevate” Award winners—staff members who consistently go above and beyond to elevate our campus culture and support students each and every day. Through their dedication, professionalism, and care, they help make Great Oak High School a place where students feel supported and empowered to succeed.

Whether working behind the scenes or directly with students and families, these individuals embody the spirit of service and excellence that defines Great Oak. Their daily efforts strengthen our community and remind us that it is people—committed, compassionate, and driven—who make our campus such a special place.

Congratulations to our “We Elevate” Award recipients, and thank you for the positive impact you make on our students, our staff, and our Wolfpack community.

We are proud to celebrate the dedication and commitment of our Great Oak High School employees through our Years of Service recognition. This meaningful tradition honors staff members who have devoted years of service to our campus and community, acknowledging the time, care, and consistency they bring to Temecula Valley Unified School District each day.

Each coin represents more than a number of years—it reflects countless moments of support for students, collaboration with colleagues, and a shared commitment to excellence. Our employees are the heart of Great Oak, and their longevity speaks to the pride they take in serving our school.

We are grateful for their continued dedication and thank each of our honorees for the lasting impact they have made—and continue to make—on the Wolfpack.

We are asking for your partnership in addressing an ongoing concern on campus—intentional damage to our restrooms caused by students stuffing toilet paper rolls into toilets and vandalizing bathroom facilities. This behavior disrupts daily operations, creates unsanitary conditions, and takes valuable time and resources away from supporting students.

We ask that families please speak with their students about respecting shared spaces and understanding the impact of these actions on custodial staff and the school community as a whole. When we work together to reinforce expectations of responsibility and respect, we help ensure that our campus remains clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership.

Our Great Oak Dance Team recently dazzled audiences at Valley Fusion, delivering performances full of energy, precision, creativity, and holiday spirit! Their hard work, teamwork, and dedication were on full display, earning them well-deserved recognition and applause.

We are proud of our dancers for representing Great Oak with excellence and passion, and for inspiring our school community through their talent and commitment. Congratulations to the entire team on their outstanding performances!

Our String Orchestra and Choral Music programs filled the season with joy through beautiful performances. We are proud of our students’ dedication and growth, and of the programs that nurture their talents. Congratulations to all for sharing such festive and inspiring music!

As we close out an exciting fall season, we are proud to celebrate the accomplishments, growth, and memorable moments of our Wolfpack athletes. Thank you to our coaches, families, and community for your continued support. Go Pack!

Boys’ Cross Country

The boys’ team turned in an exceptional season highlighted by major invitational victories. They won the NY McQuaid Invitational and captured the Division 1 Boys Varsity title at the Clovis Invitational.
Marco Franco qualified for the CIF State Division 1 Championships, where he delivered a strong performance, finishing 14th overall.

Girls’ Cross Country

The girls continued their tradition of excellence by winning the Woodbridge Rated Race and capturing the Southwestern League Championship. The team qualified for the CIF State Division 1 Championships and earned an invitation to compete in the prestigious Gold Level Nationals Race at New Balance RunningLane Cross Country Championships.

They capped off their season with an impressive 6th-place finish at the State Championships.

Boys’ Water Polo

A defining moment for the program came with a thrilling 15–11 home victory over Temecula Valley on September 30, setting the tone for a strong late-season push. The momentum carried into the following tournament weekend, where the boys defeated Elsinore, Mesa, and Chaparral to win the first annual Liberty Bison Tournament.

Their stellar play sparked a 10-game winning streak—the longest of the season.

Field Hockey

The team earned a meaningful 1–0 win over Bonita, a program that eliminated them from the playoffs the previous year. This victory marked a key step forward in competitive growth.
A standout moment of the season was the Player–Parent Game, which was both exciting and memorable, helping strengthen the team’s family-oriented culture.

Girls’ Flag Football

In its inaugural season, the team made an immediate impact, finishing 3rd in the Southwestern League. The girls went on to earn two CIF Division 4 playoff wins, advancing all the way to the quarterfinals—an impressive debut for a brand-new program.

Football

The Wolfpack finished second in the Big West South and earned a berth in the CIF Division 4 playoffs, where they advanced to the second round. The team showed tremendous resilience and growth throughout a highly competitive season.

Girls’ Volleyball

Under the leadership of first-year head coach William Arjona, the program showed significant growth and earned eight non-league victories. With many players returning next year, the future of Great Oak volleyball is bright.

Girls’ Tennis

The girls completed an outstanding season, finishing as Southwestern League Champions with a perfect 10–0 recordand a 19–3 overall mark. They were the highest-ranked girls’ tennis team in the entire Inland Empire according to CIF rankings.

The doubles team of Kylie Lambert and Pearce Robinson captured the Southwestern League Doubles Championship and advanced to the third round of CIF Individuals.

Girls’ Golf

The girls put together a strong campaign, finishing second in the Southwestern League with a 9–1 record. They secured second place overall based on tie-break criteria and demonstrated remarkable consistency throughout the season.

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The TVUSD Community High Five Program is designed to empower and encourage the community to acknowledge and appreciate the dedicated employees of the district. This program serves as a platform for parents, students, and local residents, to recognize and celebrate the relentless commitment and hard work put forth by district employees.

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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