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THE GRIZZLY SHOWCASE 2024 - MARCH 13
Please save the date for our second annual Grizzly Showcase!
March 13th, 2024
All incoming grizzlies and their families are welcome to come check out our academics, sports, clubs, VAPA courses, CTE pathways, PTO, our Future Center, Dual Enrollment, the San Marcos Promise, and more! While this event has historically been geared towards incoming grizzlies and their families, ALL GRIZZLIES are invited to attend and celebrate all the wonderful programs, teams, and clubs!
COURSE SELECTION FOR INCOMING 9TH GRADERS
Welcome, MHHS Class of 2028!
Part 1:
MHHS Counselors will go to Double Peak, SMMS, and WPMS in person, and deliver a course selection lesson. Students will receive their course selection sheet for 9th grade to take home to review with their parents/caregivers.
Part 2:
MHHS Counselors return to the school and meet with the 8th graders individually, answer any questions, and collect their course selection sheets.
Double Peak School - Part 1, March 18th, Part 2, March 20th
San Marcos Middle School - Part 1, March 18th, Part 2, March 20th
Woodland Park Middle School - Part 1, March 14th, Part 2, March 21st
Online Course Selection for:
La Mirada Academy
San Elijo Middle School
March 14th: Course selection slides, video, and Google form will be available online.
March 21st: Students have until March 21st to submit their 9th-grade course requests online via the Google form that will be provided.
TEENS AND CYBERBULLYING // FREE WEBINAR FOR CAREGIVERS
In today's digital landscape, cyberbullying remains a significant burden for our youth. Join Valera Health & Care Solace for a FREE webinar to equip you with the knowledge and tools to address cyberbullying and build resilience in teens. Together, we will discuss:
1. Identifying the signs and impact of cyberbullying on teens
2. Developing effective strategies for intervention and support
3. Exploring valuable resources and fostering emotional resilience
4. Creating a collaborative approach between school counselors and parents
Join us on Friday March 15, at 10am PT / 1pm ET as we explore evidence-based practices and practical solutions to empower both school professionals and parents in addressing cyberbullying and fostering resilience in our teens.
FREE COLLEGE FAIRS - SPRING 2024
The Western Association for College Admission Counseling (WACAC) is excited to announce seven upcoming college fairs in California tailored specifically for high school students, their families, and college counselors. These spring fairs organized by WACAC are completely FREE to attend and offer FREE parking (with the exception of Sacramento). Don't miss this opportunity to engage with representatives from 100+ colleges worldwide. Explore and discover what each institution has to offer to help you find the perfect fit for your educational journey.
2024 SPRING IN-PERSON COLLEGE FAIRS
Inland Empire (UC Riverside): Saturday, March 16, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
San Diego (Scripps HS): Saturday, March 23, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Los Angeles (Granada Hills Charter): Saturday, April 6, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Central Coast (Templeton HS): Wednesday, April 10, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
South Bay Area (West Valley College): Thursday, May 2, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m
East Bay Area (St. Mary’s College of California): Saturday, May 4, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Sacramento (SAFE Credit Union): Tuesday, May 28, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Before attending a WACAC College Fair, students and parents are encouraged to register for a barcode at www.StriveFair.com. Present your barcode to college representatives for easy scanning, allowing them to provide you with additional details about their school, application procedures, financial aid options, and important deadlines. Within 24 hours of the fair, you will receive a detailed report summarizing your interactions with each college.
SENIORS // GRADUATION INFORMATION AND CALENDAR
Please click here to view the calendar of events for graduation.
Please click here to view the information for our 2024 graduation ceremony.
SENIORS ORDER CAP AND GOWNS NOW!
Class of 2024 Graduation is just around the corner! If you haven't ordered your cap and gown visit Jostens.com https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1428613/Mission-Hills-High-School/ to order. If you need assistance please contact Mark Boyer at mark.boyer@jostens.com.
SENIORS - GRADUATION REGALIA INFORMATION
Attention Seniors! Graduation is just around the corner. If you have not purchased your caps and gowns visit Jostens.com. If you are eligible to wear approved Graduation Regalia, you can purchase your items online NOW by visiting our new district webstore https://smusd.graystep.com/
All orders must be placed online by March 22nd. Click here to view the approved list of items that can be worn at graduation and their prices.
If you have any questions about creating your webstore account email our ASB Director, Mrs. O’Neil, at jocelyn.oneil@smsud.org. If you have any questions regarding approved graduation regalia email our Program Coordinator, Mr. Hackbarth, at eddie.hackbarth@smusd.org.
LEGACY BRICK FUNDRAISER IS BACK - DUE BY 4/30
The PTO is happy to announce our annual Legacy Brick fundraiser is back. These are a great way to honor your student(s), clubs, sports program, teachers, and staff members!! You can personalize your brick with names, dates, special messages, and Grizzly clip art. See the attached flyer for details, or click on the link: https://polarengraving.com/missionhillspto
ORDERS DUE BY 4/30
GRADUATION YARD SIGNS ON SALE NOW
Celebrate your Grizzlies with a Graduate Senior Yard Sign!
MHHS PTO is excited to partner with Signarama this year to offer our Class of 2024 families an opportunity to order graduation yard signs to celebrate our Seniors! A portion of the proceeds will help support programs such as Sponsor a Grizzly, scholarships, and PTO-sponsored events for the staff and students.
Please take a moment to review ALL the information below BEFORE submitting your order.
- Orders will be open through April 12, 2024.
- Orders will be processed and available for pickup mid-May. An email will be sent to confirm order pick-up details at Mission Hills High School.
- Confirm all information is accurate. (For personalized items, please ensure names are spelled correctly)
- All Sales are Final
- If you would like to order more than one option, please submit a form for each order.
Any questions can be directed to mhhsptocommunications@gmail.com
Link: https://forms.gle/fx5xKbT39D6PZTcF6 (https://forms.gle/fx5xKbT39D6PZTcF6
2024 Bond Measure: Upcoming Information Events
To ensure San Marcos local schools are safe, functioning and up to modern classroom standards, the SMUSD Governing Board is considering placing a school improvement bond measure on the November 2024 ballot.
We are currently in the process of sharing information about the condition of district facilities and the potential bond measure, as well as gathering feedback from the community. Below are the details for upcoming Informational Events to learn more about the potential bond measure:
March 11th @ 6pm, In-person event
Mission Hills High School Theatre
SMUSD staff, families and San Marcos community at-large
March 13th @ 6pm, Virtual Event
Zoom details will be forthcoming
SMUSD staff, families and San Marcos community at-large
Please let us know if you will need Spanish translation services at these events, by completing the form here.
CAMP SPERO // FREE SUMMER CAMP FOR GRIEVING YOUTH
ENROLLMENT IS NOW OPEN FOR CAMP SPERO, our free summer camp for youth ages 7 to 17 who are grieving the death of their loved ones. We welcome both first-time campers and returning campers to our program. At camp, children and teens honor their special person, make friends with others who are facing similar challenges, learn coping skills and have lots of fun. Camp Spero 2024 will be held from July 26 through July 28 in Julian, CA. There’s no cost to attend, and transportation from San Diego to the campgrounds is provided. Apply today at www.elizabethhospice.org/camp
PALOMAR PROMISE // VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSIONS
The Palomar Promise program offers up to two years of free tuition (fall/spring), textbook assistance, and access to specialized academic and career planning with related support services to eligible first-time, full-time college students. Join us for a virtual information session to learn more about the Palomar Promise program, eligibility requirements and benefits.
Thursday February 29, 2024 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday March 21, 2024 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Thursday April 18, 2024 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
See flier for registration links.
HOW TO CREATE A WEBSTORE ACCOUNT
SMUSD has a new webstore for online purchases. All Mission Hills students and families will need to create an account to purchase items online. Students are able to create their own account with their SMUSD email. If families have multiple students at different schools within SMUSD or even multiple Grizzlies, you can now create one account for all the students in your family! Refer to the how to guides below to create your accounts.
If you have any questions about creating your webstore account email our ASB Director, Mrs. O’Neil, at jocelyn.oneil@smsud.org.
'COLLEGE IS FOR ME' CONFERENCE AT CSUSM
The Early Assessment Program (EAP) at CSU San Marcos is happy to announce that they will host their annual, "College Is For Me" Conference on our campus. This conference is scheduled for Saturday, April 20, 2024, from 9 am to 1 pm.
The conference is for middle/high school students and their families. The conference will be held in the USU Ballroom and three breakout sessions will be in nearby classrooms. They will have various breakout sessions. This free conference is an opportunity for students and families who have never considered college to learn how higher education can create a pathway to social mobility. Attached is the flyer for the event, both in English and Spanish. You will also find the agenda attached.
Guests are highly encouraged to register so they have a headcount for breakfast, lunch, and t-shirts. This is a first come, first serve event and space is limited. You can register for the event by visiting: https://collegeisforme2024.bpt.me/.
MUD CAVE CLUB SPRING WORKSHOPS
The Mud Cave Club is happy to host two more workshops this spring since our first one in November went so well. One for adults and one for kids!!
COLLEGE ACCESS PROGRAMS
For more information and to register: https://www.calsoapsandiego.org/workshops
MENTAL HEALTH WEBINAR SERIES FOR PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS
Mental Health Webinar Series for Parents and Caregivers in partnership with Rady Children's Hospital. The first webinar starts on January 24th, and each are from 5:30pm to 6:30pm, followed by an optional 15-minute Q+A session with presenter. Spanish interpretation will be provided.
Spanish Flier: Click here
SERIES TOPICS
March 13: From Darkness to Light: A Parent’s Guide to Recognizing and Responding to Youth DepressionApril 24: Cultivating School-Life Balance to Support Academic Success
May 15: When Anxiety Attacks: How You Can Help
SPRING SEMESTER START SMART CLASSES ADDED - 4/18/24
Grizzlies: Please fill out the following form to reserve your seat for the upcoming Start Smart Sessions.
IMPORTANT // SEATING IS LIMITED
Please note that capacity is limited to 180 total individuals per session, and each student must bring a parent/guardian with them. If there are multiple students in a household, please fill out this form again for each additional student.
- Official start time is 6:00 p.m.
- Material is probably not appropriate for students under 12.
CARE SOLACE
24/7/365 Mental Health Care Coordination Service for San Marcos Unified School District Students, Staff, and their Families: https://www.caresolace.com/site/sanmarcos
COUNSELING
>> View MHHS Counseling Linktree of Resources
>> View Counseling website
MHHS LIBRARY
Library Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (M-F)
>> View The Check-in! Library Newsletter for Students
>> Visit Library Page
MHHS ASB
VIEW ALL 23-24 GROWLERS
Click here to view all Growlers.
These are posted to the ParentSquare App each week. If you're not receiving them, please check your settings on ParentSquare, and verify that your contact information is accurate in ParentVUE.If you have anything you'd like to see added, please reach out to Jillian Ryan.
AP/HONORS TUTORING
>> Visit AP/H Website
>> View AP/HONORS TUTORING CALENDAR
ENGLISH
MATH
>> View MATH TUTORING FLIER
SCIENCE
>> View BIO AND CHEM TUTORING FLIER
BRAINFUSE
TUTORING RESOURCES
In addition to asking your teacher for help, attached is some information about AP/Honors Tutoring and Math Tutoring. Also, all California students have access to BrainFuse free through the public library website linked. They offer online tutoring, writing assistance, and more.
