Falcon Weekly Bulletin

Hello Families,

Happy Labor Day! Today, we honor the contributions and hard work of the working class, who play a vital role in our community and beyond.

This week, we're excited to kick off September with some great events! Join us for Taconazo on Friday, September 6, 2024 at 7:00 PM in the main quad —enjoy delicious food and a live band that will get everyone dancing!

Also, don’t miss our first home Girls Volleyball Game of the season on Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 5:30 PM in the large gym. Let's come together to cheer on our team and show our Falcon pride!

Looking forward to a fun and spirited week!

Best regards,

Miss Hoang

IB Learning Profile Trait of the Month: In September, FALCONS strive to be Balanced: We understand the importance of balancing different aspects of our lives -- intellectual, physical, and emotional - to achieve well-being for ourselves and others. We recognize our interdependence with other people and with the world in which we live.

IB Question of the Week: Do different areas of knowing define intelligence in different ways?

Events this Week: Week 4

• Monday: 09/02 (No School)

• No Athletics/Student Activities

• Tuesday: 09/03 (Regular)

• No Athletics/Student Activities

• Wednesday: 09/04 (Block - 1, 3, 5, 7)

• Girls Volleyball at Jefferson (5:30 - 8:30)

• Thursday: 09/05 (Block - 2, 4, 6, Department)

• Girls Tennis at Del Mar (4:00 - 6:00 PM)

• Girls Volleyball vs. San Jose High (5:30 - 9:00 PM)

• Girls Flag Football at Silver Creek (7:00 - 8:00 PM)

• Friday: 09/06 (Normal)

• Football at Gunn (4:30 - 10:00 PM)

• Taconazo - Main Quad (7:00 - 10:00 PM)

• Saturday: 09/07 (No School)

• Saturday Scholars - Student Union (8:30 AM - 12:30 PM)

• 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 8:00am)
• Singleton Parking lot gates will be closed around 9:00am
• Singleton Pedestrian gate will be closed at the start of 2nd period (9:40am most days)

Are you looking to earn some extra cash while gaining valuable work experience? Food Services is hiring student workers for the 2024-2025 school year in the Student Union! This is a fantastic opportunity to work on campus, make new friends, and start saving up.

• Starting Pay: $16 per hour
• Wage Increase: Starting September 2024, your pay will go up to $16.50 per hour!

Don’t miss out on this chance to join a great team, build your resume, and earn money while you're at it.

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.

On Friday, September 6, 2024, we will celebrate with our Latin American community and friends at our annual Taconazo Dance. There will be live music performances by Las Poetas de la Musica, food trucks, and live DJ music. Purchase your tickets starting on Friday, August 30, 2024 at the School Bank or online at the student online store. Remember to bring your ID!

ASB Cards:

Attention all student Falcons! ASB cards are currently on sale. ASB cards allow students:

- Free admission to home sporting events

- Free admission to East Side Union High School District away sporting events

- Discount at Dances

- Discount at School Events

- Discount on Yearbook

- Discount on Senior Activities

Please purchase your ASB card for $30 at the school bank!

Picture Day was this past Tuesday, August 27, 2024. If you missed picture day, there is a make-up day on October 4, 2024. If you would like to order your photos, you can do so online. The code is EVTMKXWF7.

Hello Seniors!

We're gearing up for an exciting prom season and need your help! We're seeking volunteers to assist with a fundraising event at the Stanford Concession on Saturday, September 7, 2024, starting at 12:30 PM. Your support will directly contribute to lowering the cost of prom tickets.

If you're interested in volunteering, please message us on our Instagram page. Every bit of help makes a big difference! Thank you for your support!

Keep an eye out for senior updates here!

Class of 2025, please take a moment to schedule your senior portrait in the San Jose Studio. The scheduling site is now ready for you to self-schedule your senior portraits. Please use the link provided to reserve a day and time for your appointment.

Click on this link Prestige Studio Scheduling

1. Create an account by entering a user name and password ( or log in if you already have an account)
   
2. Click on Book Appointment button
3. Select the Prestige Location using select button on the right (San Carlos and San Jose are on page 2)
4. Enter your school's name and locate your school on the list
5. Select Session Option by checking the box on the right of the session you desire
6. Confirm the Selection
7. Select a Date and Time that works best
8. Enter parent/guardian information
9. Enter Student Information
10. Finalize Appointment (You should be able to see confirmation page and email)

I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks for making Club Day such a fantastic success this year!

On Thursday, August 29, 2023, our Club Rush and Club Carnival were filled with energy and excitement. During lunch, over 25 clubs were represented in the main quad, giving students a chance to meet, greet, and find the perfect club to join. The after-school Club Carnival was a blast, with students, advisors, and club members coming together to play games, enjoy music, and indulge in delicious snacks.

A special shoutout to the talented performers who dazzled us with their skills and to everyone who prepared and served the amazing food and snacks that kept us fueled throughout the event.

Thank you to all the students, advisors, and families for your enthusiasm and participation. We look forward to seeing the incredible things our clubs will accomplish this year!

Warm regards,

Miss Hoang

HAI VILLAINS :3

EXCITED FOR THE UPCOMING TERM? MAYBE NEW TO CLUBS AND WANT TO FIND AN EASY AND FUN ENTRYWAY INTO CLUBS? Well your in luck because this Thursday, September 5th is our first general meeting to kick off the school year! We’ll be going over our officers, goals and events, AND MOST EXCITINGLY FRN!!

Come to Dahl hall during lunch to learn more and enter in our raffle 😸

Lost and Found:

If you lost any items, especially glasses, please come to the attendance office to claim your belongings!

ASSETs:

Join any of our after school special interest classes (linked).

Before & After-School Tutoring:

Attention! Before and after-school tutoring starts this week in room 407! Need help in your classes? We’re here to help! Open every day! Can’t 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.

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

9th Grade

11TH GRADE LAST NAMES: O - Z

Jenna Braga

408.347.4168

bragaj@esuhsd.org

10th Grade

11TH GRADE LAST NAMES: A - J

Areli Flores

408.347.4166

floresa@esuhsd.org

REMIND: text @flores2027 to the number 81010

Type your last and first name

11th Grade

Polet Ramirez

**CURRENTLY ON LEAVE**

408.347.4167

ramirezpo@esuhsd.org

12th Grade

11TH GRADE LAST NAMES: K - N

BaoVy Nguyen

408.347.4133

nguyenb@esuhsd.org

Are you a Falcon alumni or parent who wants to support our Falcon community? Please send an email to andrewhillasb407@gmail.com for more information and volunteer opportunities!

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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