Falcon Weekly Bulletin
Week of Monday, May 12 - Sunday, May 18, 2025
Hooray for Teachers ๐
Happy May Falcons!
We hope everyone had a great Teacher Appreciation Week! But let's not forget that we should be appreciating our teachers every day for all the hard work and dedication they show. A huge thank you to our amazing teachers for making this school year unforgettable! There are some resources below for teacher appreciation!
Weโre down to just 3 weeks until finals! Letโs make the most of these final weeks and finish strong. Next week, get ready for our End-of-the-Year Rally โ a perfect way to build excitement as we head into finals. After that, weโll have Senior Finals Week, followed by everyone elseโs Finals Week. Let's stay focused, support each other, and give our best!
Weโve got this, Falcons! Letโs finish the school year strong!
International Baccalaureate
IB Learning Profile Trait of the Month: In May, FALCONS strive to be Reflective: We thoughtfully consider the world and our own ideas and experience. We work to understand our strengths and weaknesses in order to support our learning and personal development.
IB Question of the Week: Should we hold people responsible for the applications of technologies they develop or create?
๐ Our Schedule This Week
Monday: 5/12 (Normal)
Baseball vs. Gilroy - Senior Night (4:00 - 6:30 PM)
Varsity Softball vs. Lincoln (4:00 - 6:00 PM)
CTE Legal Practices Awards Night (5:00 - 8:00 PM)
Tuesday: 5/13 (Normal)
May ASB Senate - Dahl Hall (11:39 - 12:33 PM)
May Interclub Council Meeting (Lunch: 12:33 - 1:03 PM)
Wednesday: 5/14 (Block - 1, 3, 5, 7)
Class of 2026 Meeting (Lunch: 12:03 - 1:03 PM)
Baseball at Gilroy (4:00 - 6:30 PM)
Softball vs. Yerba Buena (4:00 - 6:00 PM)
Senior Honors Night 2025 (6:30 - 8:30 PM)
Thursday: 5/15 (Block - 2, 4, 6, Pathway)
End-of-Year Band Concert (7:00 - 8:00 PM)
Friday: 5/16 (Regular)
Baseball Game - TBD (4:00 - 6:30 PM)
Softball vs. Evergreen - Senior Night (4:00 - 6:00 PM)
ELD-Sheltered Awards Night (5:00 - 8:00 PM)
Saturday: 5/17 (No School)
Saturday Scholars - Student Union (8:30 AM - 12:30 PM)
VSA Show (5:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Regular Week Schedule
Students are on the regular week schedule. The schedules below begin the week of Monday, August 12.
- On Thursdays all students start at 8:30am, be ready for more morning traffic.
- On Thursdays all students get out at 2:23pm, be ready for more after school traffic.
- Student Union and all offices close at 2:30pm every Thursday (will open next day at 8:00 am)
- Singleton Parking lot gates will be closed around 9:00am
- Singleton Pedestrian gate will be closed at the start of 2nd period (9:40 am most days)
๐ Weekly Meal Menu
Attention Andrew Hill Students!
We will be implementing a new lunch serving system using Minga during brunch and lunch.
To make sure the process is smooth and efficient, please have the Minga app downloaded, logged in, and ready for scanning when you get your meals.
If you have any questions or need help with the app, feel free to reach out!
Student Activities
๐ End of the Year Rally - Letโs Finish Strong! ๐
Itโs time to wrap up an amazing school year, and weโre kicking it off with our First End of the Year Rally! ๐ฆ Come celebrate with us as we honor the accomplishments of our seniors and look forward to a bright future ahead!
๐ What to Expect ๐
โจ Senior Performances: Our talented seniors will take the stage for their final performances, featuring Cheer, Haze, Folklorico, and VSA! Itโs going to be a show you wonโt want to miss.
๐ฅ Seniors Farewell Video: Join us for a heartwarming farewell video as we look back on the unforgettable moments and memories our seniors have made during their time at Andrew P. Hill.
๐ฅ Passing the Torch: Weโll celebrate the leadership of our seniors and pass the torch to the next generation of Falcons! Letโs show our support as they hand off the reins for another exciting year ahead.
๐ฎ Games & Fun: Get ready for some final games and activities that will have everyone on their feet! Itโs the perfect way to close out the year with school spirit and excitement.
Letโs finish the school year strong together! Be there to cheer on our seniors and make this rally one to remember!
Date May 22, 2025
Time: After 4th Period
Location: Large Gym
More information about Spirit Days & Lunch Time Give Aways later!
See you there, Falcons! ๐๐ฆ
Athletics
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.
Cross Country:
Interested in joining Cross-country next year? Please go to the informational meeting in room 304 on Tuesday 5/13 at lunch. We will discuss summer training and team excursions. Beginners are welcome!
๐ Senior Section
๐ Calling All Seniors - Nominate for Graduation! ๐
Hey Seniors! Graduation is just around the corner, and it's time to get involved in a special part of the ceremony. Here's your chance to nominate a senior to give the Senior Memory Speech and 4 staff members to read your names during graduation!
Important Notes:
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The Senior Memory Speech is separate from the Senior Valedictorian speech.
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Nominate a Senior to share their memories, reflections, and thoughts as part of this memorable event.
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Nominate 4 Staff Members to read your names during the ceremony, ensuring everyone gets the recognition they deserve.
๐ Deadline to Submit Nominations: Friday, May 16, 2025
๐ How to Nominate:
Fill out the form by clicking the link below to cast your votes!
Letโs make this graduation a celebration of all that weโve achieved together! Don't miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable moment.
๐ Senior Pool Party - Letโs Celebrate Summer! ๐
Seniors, itโs time to kick back, relax, and enjoy the start of summer with a fun pool party just for you! Join us for a laid-back afternoon full of music, food, and great company.
๐ When: June 2nd
โฐ Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
๐ Where: Pool Area
๐ Whatโs Happening:
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Free Food & Admission: Enjoy free snacks and drinks while you soak up the sun!
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RSVP Required: To secure your spot, make sure to RSVP! (No entry without an RSVP!)
๐ฃ Pick up Your Graduation Tickets: Donโt forget to swing by the Learning Center at 12 PM to grab your 8 physical tickets for graduation before heading to the pool party!
๐ฒ RSVP Now! Scan the QR code to confirm your attendance and save your spot for this unforgettable event.
Letโs make this a celebration to remember! We canโt wait to see you there, Senior Falcons! ๐
๐ Graduation Gifts Pre-Order! ๐
Celebrate your graduate with memorable gifts at the Andrew P. Hill High School graduation ceremony!
๐ธ Available Items:
- Beautiful Bouquets
- Orchid Leis
- Graduation Kukui Necklaces
- Graduation Bears
๐ Custom Grad T-Shirts
- Features every graduateโs name!
- Perfect keepsake to remember this milestone.
๐ฆ How to Order:
Pre-order now using the link or QR code and pick up your items at our graduation kiosk!
โ Don't miss out on making graduation day extra special with these memorable gifts!
College and Career Center Advisers:
DCAC: Ms. Elvia | elviav01@berkeley.edu (510)326-5811
10,000 Degrees: Ms. Diana | diana.chavez@10000degrees.org
Cal-SOAP: Alexis | almavill@ucsc.edu
Cal-SOAP: Daniel | damanduj@ucsc.edu
Cal-SOAP: Nhi | ngvo@ucsc.edu
Interclub Council
Club Application & Renewal Time!
Itโs time to pass the torch! All clubs should be selecting next yearโs officers and preparing for 2025-2026. Donโt forget to submit your Club Renewal or New Club Application by May 12, 2025 to stay active next year. Keep the legacy goingโmentor your future leaders and finish strong!
Questions? Come see Miss Hoang in Room 407.
2025 - 2026 Club Application and Renewal Form Instructions
2025 - 2026 Club Application and Renewal Preliminary Budget
2025 - 2026 Club Constitution and Bylaws Guidelines Template
๐ Yearbook Pre-Orders Are Now Open! ๐
Don't miss out on securing your 2024 - 2025 Yearbook!
It's the perfect chance to make your yearbook truly yours by adding personalized memories, photos, and messages.
๐ How to Order:
- Go to the link: Purchase Your Yearbook
- Customize your pages before the deadline to get the free offer.
Hurry, time is running out! Order today to create a keepsake that will last a lifetime.
General Announcements
ASSETs Offerings
Before & After-School Tutoring:
Attention! Before and after-school tutoring starts this week in room 407! Need help in your classes? Weโre here to help! Open every day! Canโt 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.
Opportunities/Volunteer
๐จ Calling All Creators! Enter the 2025 Graphic Novel Making Contest! ๐
Submission Window: Saturday, June 1 โ Wednesday, July 31, 2025
Sharpen your pencils or fire up your stylusโitโs time to bring your stories to life! The Graphic Novel Making Contest (GNMC) is back and open to all California residents, of all ages! Whether youโre a first-time artist or a seasoned storyteller, this is your chance to shine.
๐๏ธ About the Contest
Launched in 2008, GNMC started as a teen program and has grown into a celebrated, statewide tradition. Each year, artists of all backgrounds submit original work for a chance to win prizes and be recognized at a special Awards Ceremony on September 13, featuring guest speakers from the comics industry.
๐ Key Dates
Submissions Accepted: June 1 โ July 31, 2025
Winners Announced: September 13, 2025
๐ถ๐ฆ๐ง๐ง๐ง Age Categories
0โ7 | 8โ9 | 10โ12 | 13โ17 | 18+
๐ Prizes
All Ages: 1stโ3rd Place + Honorable Mentions receive a $25 gift card to Illusive Comics
Youth Honorable Mentions: Art supplies from Sakura of America ($25โ$150+ value), graphic novels, and more!
Teens & Adults 1stโ3rd: Gift cards ($100, $75, $50), graphic novels, and a 100% discount badge code for the 2024 MAGWest
All Participants: Your choice of a graphic novel, an art museum pass, plus feedback and a certificate!
Let your imagination take the lead this summerโstart drafting your entry today!
Garden Workday Party at Walden West's Garden
Saturday, May 17, 9:00am-12:00pm
Students can earn volunteer hours for attendance. Adult supervision required for students under 14 years of age. Light breakfast and snacks provided. Kindly asking if you'd please pass along this opportunity to your school community. Registration is required.
Teacher Resources
Donโt tell me the cat ate your math sheet,
And your spelling words went down the drain,
And you couldnโt decipher your homework,
Because it was soaked in the rain.
Donโt tell me you lost your eraser,
And your worksheets and pencils, too,
And your papers are stuck together
With a great big glob of glue.
Iโm tired of all your excuses;
They are really a terrible bore.
Besides, I forgot my own work,
At home in my study drawer.
(more teacher poems here)
Falcon Way
Wellness Center Information
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
Counseling Corner
Jenna Braga
408.347.4168
Areli Flores
408.347.4166
REMIND: text @flores2027 to the number 81010
Type your last and first name
Polet Ramirez
408.347.4167
BaoVy Nguyen
408.347.4133
Want to Support Our Falcon Community?
Are you a Falcon alumni or parent who wants to support our Falcon community? Please send an email to hoangh@esuhsd.org for more information and volunteer opportunities!
Announcements Request
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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