TOHS Green Sheet

Happy Sunday, Lancer Families!

We have a busy and exciting month ahead of us at Thousand Oaks High School. From honoring our incredible staff to navigating the rigor of AP exams, there is much to cover in this week’s update.

Honoring Our Dedicated Faculty and Staff

Starting this week, we have the wonderful opportunity to celebrate the hardworking employees at TOHS. While the official Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4 through May 8 and Classified Employees Week is May 17 through May 21, our school chooses to celebrate both groups simultaneously from May 4 to May 8.

We are truly fortunate to have such a committed group of professionals supporting our students. Our PTSA has organized a week of fantastic celebrations to show our gratitude. We invite you to take a moment this week to share a word of thanks with the teachers and staff members who have made a positive impact on your student’s journey at TOHS.

AP Testing Reminders

Good luck to all of our Lancers who are beginning their AP exams! Please refer to the AP calendar below for specific dates and times.

To ensure the best possible testing environment for our students, please adhere to the following campus guidelines:

• Respect Signage: Be aware of caution tape and testing signs posted around campus.

• Use Alternate Routes: Please use different paths if your regular route is blocked. Do not enter any taped-off areas.

• Maintain Silence: Please remain as quiet as possible when walking near the Library, B-Building, and the Gym.

Congratulations to Our New Class Officers

The results are in! Please join us in congratulating the newly elected class officers for the upcoming school year. We look forward to your leadership and the energy you will bring to our campus.

Sophomore

President: Tristan Bergmann Petersen

Vice President: Jacob Whitman

Junior

President: Madi Lezandro

Viice President: Benjamin Epstein

Senior

President: Layla Ward

Vice President: Valentina Fernandez

May the 4th Be With You

Finally, do not forget that tomorrow is Monday, May 4. Star Wars fans of the world, unite! Feel free to celebrate your love of the Star Wars Universe (no masks or weapons, please).

Thank you for your continued support of Thousand Oaks High School. Enjoy the rest of your weekend!

Eric

Dr. Eric Bergmann, Principal

#BleedGreen

To see in full color as we know it, humans use three kinds of photoreceptor cells, called "cones" – red, blue and green. However cats and dogs only have blue and green cones. This means they have a much more muted perception of color, which is akin to color blindness in humans.

On Sunday, April 26, senior Anoush Apfelthaler passed away as the result of a car crash on the US-101. Anoush himself would say that he was never looking to be the popular kid, but those who knew him closely would say how loving he was, and what an impact he had on their lives. A memorial service will be held at Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks, 5600 Lindero Canyon Rd, Westlake Village, CA 91362, on Saturday, May 9 at 10am (from Anoush's parents).

The Lancer Library will be closed multiple days over the next two weeks due to AP Exams. If the library is closed, students can go around to the backside of the K building, to the Textbook Storage Room (K3) for help with core novel, library book, and textbook help, along with printing. Please do not disturb our students testing in the Lancer Library.

Dates the Lancer Library will be closed:

Monday 5/4

Tuesday 5/5

Friday 5/8

Tuesday 5/12

Wednesday 5/13

Thursday 5/14

Additionally, there is no after school study hall on these dates.

Thank you for your understanding.

American Sign Language Biliteracy Exam Results have been released. Congratulations to the students who passed the exam:

• Juniors: Abigail Choi, Opal Deneys, Selah Golonsky, Matilda Lewis, Aubrey Martinez, Zoe Sellers, Taryn Stillwagon

• Seniors: Mirabella Bleau, Oren Hill, and Lexi Miles.

  
  

As graduation approaches, I want to share CVUSD Board Policies and applicable California Education Code provisions related to graduation ceremonies and student adornments, including recent updates under Assembly Bill 1369.

In accordance with CVUSD Board Policy 5127 and California law (Education Code sections 35183.1 and 35183.3, as amended by AB 1369), students are permitted to wear adornments or regalia with their cap and gown provided the item does not cause a substantial disruption of, or material interference with, the graduation ceremony. Requests must be evaluated in a content-neutral manner and may only be restricted if the specific item would reasonably be expected to cause a substantial disruption or material interference with the ceremony.

Any decision by a school site to deny a student’s request to wear graduation regalia or an adornment associated with a student’s cultural, religious, spiritual, or group identity must be reviewed and approved in advance by the Director of High School Education.

**Graduating seniors are not permitted to decorate their graduation caps. That constitutes an alteration of the graduation attire, not an addition to it.

For reference, below is a partial list of groups and affiliations whose students have previously been permitted to wear graduation regalia:

• Black Student Union
• Latino Connection
• Eagle Scout
• Girl Scout
• National Charity League
• Military dress uniform

Please note that this is not a comprehensive list. It reflects examples of requests processed in recent years and should not be used to limit or pre-screen future requests.

CVUSD Board Policy 5127 – Graduation Ceremonies and Activities

• Any graduating student who has completed basic training and is an active member of any branch of the United States Armed Forces may, at the student’s option, wear a military dress uniform at the ceremony. (Education Code 35183.3)
• Any student who has officially enlisted shall be permitted to wear a recognized object provided by any branch of the United States Armed Forces.
• Students shall be permitted to wear tribal regalia or recognized objects of religious, cultural, or spiritual significance as an adornment to the customary ceremonial attire, provided the adornment does not cause a substantial disruption of, or material interference with, the graduation ceremony. (Education Code 35183.1, as amended by AB 1369)

Students who wish to wear such adornments should notify the school principal at least 14 days prior to the graduation ceremony when practicable. This notification is intended to support planning and coordination and may not be used as a basis to deny a request that otherwise complies with law and Board policy. (AB 1369)

CVUSD Board Policy 5145.2 – Freedom of Speech/Expression
Students are prohibited from making any expressions or distributing or posting any materials that are obscene, libelous, or slanderous, or that incite students in a manner that creates a clear and present danger of unlawful acts, violations of school rules, or substantial disruption of school operations. (Education Code 48907)

California Education Code 35183.1 provides that:

• A pupil may wear traditional tribal regalia or recognized objects of religious, cultural, or spiritual significance as an adornment at a school graduation ceremony.
• An “adornment” means something attached to, or worn with, but not replacing, the cap and gown customarily worn at graduation.
• A local educational agency may only prohibit an item if it is likely to cause a substantial disruption of, or material interference with, the ceremony.

All CVUSD public elementary schools are scheduling their walks for Monday, June 8 at 1pm. Seniors will be released from their mandatory Graduation practice at 12:00pm in order to attend this favorite tradition! MATES Charter School has scheduled their senior walk on Thursday, June 4th at 2:15.

As other schools send us their flyers, we will add them here. Here are those that we have received thus far:

Grace Kinkella: Orchestra, 12th grade

Grace is the Artist of Month for Orchestra. Grace is the president of the student Orchestra Club and a four year member of orchestra. She plays viola in Chamber Orchestra. Grace is also a T.A. and helps tutor beginning orchestra students. She is attending UC Irvine in the Fall.

Aiden Carbajal: Orchestra, 12th Grade

Aiden is a four year member of orchestra and currently principal cello of the Chamber Orchestra. Aiden played a professional caliber cello concerto as a soloist with the orchestra, and conducted a piece that he arranged. He is also an award winning member of Ethos. He plans on attending Cal Poly Pomona in the Fall.

Devyn Masso: Stunt Cheer. 12th grade

Devyn is the epitome of dedication. A senior in her final season on the stunt team, she leaves behind a lasting legacy as both a top performer and a true scholar-athlete. Devyn brings an unmatched work ethic every single day. She did not miss a single game this season and competed in every stunt routine, demonstrating consistency, reliability, and commitment to her team. She capped off her season with a remarkable 90 points—earning a point in all 90 rounds she competed in. This incredible achievement is a testament to her passion, focus, and relentless hard work. Congratulations, Devyn, on an outstanding season and career!

Zach Kochel: Boys Volleyball, 12th grade

Zach delivered an outstanding season for the Lancers in his third year as a Varsity starter, showcasing his versatility and leadership on the court. He began the season as an outside hitter, recording a team-leading 210 kills over the first two-thirds of the year. Transitioning to libero for the final stretch, Zach continued to excel—leading the team with 385 digs, posting a 2.30 passing average, and tallying 322 perfect passes. Zach’s impact extended beyond regular season play, as he earned Tournament MVP honors while leading the Lancers to a championship victory at the Canyon Country Tournament. He finishes his career as the program’s all-time leader in digs (1,170) and perfect passes (1,042). A three-time Marmonte League Libero of the Year and three-time All-County and All-CIF selection, Zach leaves behind a remarkable legacy. Zach will continue his academic and athletic career at Dominican University (DIII) next year.

Congratulations, Zach, on an incredible career!

Join our award winning Thousand Oaks High School Choir Program!

Concert Choir and Treble Choir Auditions

Monday May 4th- Wednesday May 6th, anytime between 3:30-5:30 pm in the TOHS Choir Room (M2). Visit our website www.tohschoir.org to sign up for a ten minute audition slot with a partner! No need to have anything prepared; just bring yourself and your singing voice. If you can’t find an audition slot that works for you, please email Mrs. Santangelo directly a jsantangelo@conejousd.org to set up a time.

Vocal Ensemble Honors Auditions

Thursday May 7th - Friday May 8th, 3:30-6:30 pm in the TOHS Choir Room (M2)

Arrive promptly at 3:30 and plan to stay until 6:30 pm both days. Wear shoes and clothing you can dance in!

Lancer Launch Leaders Meeting

If you are interested in serving as a Lancer Launch Group Leader, please join us in J6 on Friday, May 8th at lunch for an informational meeting about how to be a leader for our Freshman Orientation in August before school starts! Groups need 2-3 leaders for each group, so please come with your friends if you want to serve as a leader together!

Senior Attendance

Seniors, remember that you must have no more than 20% absences this semester to be able to participate in senior activities, including Prom, Grad Nite, and the Graduation Ceremony. On April 30th Mr. Godfrey sent out an email to all seniors and families who are in danger of not meeting the 20% maximum. If you did not receive an email, you are all clear as of now! Let’s finish the year strong, seniors!

Senior Seminar

Seniors, thank you for attending the Senior Seminar on Friday. Click on the link HERE for the slide deck presentation.

Prom Song Requests!

Juniors and Seniors, please click THIS LINK to input your song requests for prom!

Prom Song Requests!

Juniors and Seniors, please use the following form to input your song requests for prom!

https://forms.gle/NsRcaKEjuoNn1vMR6

If you were unable to attend either of our Dual Enrollment Information Sessions, you can find the presentations on our website and below.

• Dual Enrollment Info Night Presentation Slides

• Dual Enrollment Info Night Presentation Video

Please submit receipts for anything purchased at the Oaks Mall. Go Lancers!

Attention Student Athletes!

When accessing the log in page for the NCAA Eligibility Center, please do not sign in using the High School portal. This is for TOHS administrators and staff only.

The student portal to sign in can be accessed HERE.

To find out more about the NCAA and college athletics, please click HERE.

If you have any questions, please contact your school counselor

As we embark on another exciting school year filled with growth, learning, and student achievement, we want to take a moment to express our gratitude for your support of our students and the various extracurricular activities they enjoy. Participation in athletics and extracurricular activities is not just about competition; it fosters teamwork, builds character, and creates lifelong memories.

We would also like to express our heartfelt gratitude to the Booster Clubs and all parents who contribute donations to support these organizations which play a vital role in enriching district-sponsored activities across our campuses.

However, as you may know, the costs associated with transportation for these events can be significant. CVUSD currently funds all transportation costs for in-season competition. Booster donations help support transportation costs only when the booster club requests a charter bus for the event or for off-season activities.

We kindly ask you to consider making a contribution to help offset the transportation costs for our student-athletes. Your contribution will directly support the costs of buses for all in-season contests, allowing our students to travel safely and arrive ready to give their best on the field, court, or stage.

The contribution for a 1st sport/activity is $135.00, 2nd sport/activity is $80.00 and 3rd sport/activity is $60.00.

Please make your contribution here

On behalf of the Athletics and Activities department, we appreciate your support!

Parents, if you are interested in being able to access your Student's Canvas page as an observer, please click here for instructions: https://www.conejousd.org/Page/1787

Parents in Booster groups - please help us help you!! If you schedule a restaurant night, PLEASE notify Jody Benon in our activities office (jbenon@conejousd.org) before advertising it! We want to avoid groups booking competing fundraisers on the same night.

Also...if you want to post a flyer in the Green Sheet, be sure to send it to me in JPEG format. Thanks!

We have updated hours for student Tech Help in Rm# K01 (next to the library)

TOHS will no longer allow food service delivery companies such as Door Dash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub to deliver food to school for students to pick up. If a student forgets their lunch, they are encouraged to take advantage of the free meal service in the cafeteria.

Parents are also encouraged to have their students use the free meal service from the cafeteria instead of dropping off food at the front office. For any items dropped off by parents, students will not be allowed to leave class to retrieve them. Students can pick up those items dropped off either at Nutrition or Lunch.

If you or your student want to check on current grades, please refer to the grades that are in Q. The Canvas grading feature is a tool - a bridge - that connects the two systems. Not all grades are entered into Canvas, however, ALL grades are entered into Q.

For our new Athletics website, go here: TOAthletics.com

We are thrilled to announce that our Thousand Oaks home games in the stadium, gym, pool, varsity baseball facility and varsity softball facility will now be live-streamed through HUDL!

This exciting new program is made possible through the generous support of CVUSD and our amazing Booster programs. Whether you’re cheering from the stands or from home, you’ll be able to catch all the action and share in the excitement of our athletes’ hard work and dedication.

Parents can create their own free HUDL Fan account to follow all home games across our district. Go to https://fan.hudl.com/ to create your HUDL Fan account. Once your account is set up, you can search for Thousand Oaks High School, follow your student’s teams, and enjoy streaming right from your phone, tablet, or computer—at no cost to you. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Josh Eby-Assistant Principal-Facilities, Athletics & Safety at jeby@conejousd.org.

Tickets for all athletic contests that require a ticket for admission can be purchased at gofan.com. You can also scan the QR code below. Note - there will be no cash transactions.

All athletes (including off-season programs) will need to have a current physical and Athletic Clearance on file. Athletic clearances are good for one calendar year and can be used for multiple TOHS sports. The form can be filled out by your doctor. For instructions on completing the Athletic Clearance and the Athletic Clearance form, use this link: https://tohsathletics.org/athletic-clearanceforms-2/

ASB Request Form: Please complete the Google Form, click HERE. Below is the information for why you will complete this form.

Thank you for your consideration and interest in ASB support. Please fill out this form to request ASB support services for your event, club, program, etc.

ASB services include the following:

- Posters (3' x 2')

- Flyers (8.5" x 11")

- Lancer Lately segments (not to exceed 30 seconds)

- Green/white/black balloon clusters (no arches)

- Audio/Visual needs (Projection Screen, sound, music)

This form must be submitted at least TWO (2) WEEKS prior to your event. Any requests not submitted two (2) weeks prior will not be considered due to scheduling and time allotments for request fulfillment. Thank you for your understanding.

The ASB Advisor (Mr. Smith) and ASB Executive Cabinet receive and act on this Request Form.

** I understand that it is the responsibility of the requesting group to confirm all requests with the ASB Advisor at csmith@conejousd.org THREE (3) DAYS prior to the event date. **

Daily Bulletin Request: Please complete the Google Form, click HERE. Below is the information for why you will complete this form.

This announcement will be included in either/both n-person ASB Announcements during Period 1 on Tuesdays and Lancer Lately Report on Fridays. This announcement will also be included in the Daily Bulletin that is emailed to Thousand Oaks High School Staff.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1DDvD4jua20Q5AUKd_5dNJJinqVgvOiqlfdcBY4YSqjQ/edit

Thousand Oaks High School is excited to announce it's continued partnership with the 5-Star School program this year. In an effort to bolster our already famous school spirit, 5-Star Schools takes us to a whole new level. Staff and students will be competing this year for the Lancer Cup! Last year, the Sophomore Class too the top prize. For those familiar with Harry Potter, it works just like the House Cup. Grade levels (and yes, our faculty) will be competing against each other in order to win the Lancer Cup. Points are earned by attending school events, displaying school spirit and doing good deeds around campus. More details to come from our activities department. Students should start by following the instructions below in order to download the app so that they can start earning points for being great Lancers!

Ms. Scott - A - Dan (+ ETHOS)

Mrs. Britt - Dar - Ll (+ LEAP/WAV)

Ms. Montero - Lo - Ros (+ MLL)

Mrs. Ross - out of office for Semester 2

​Mr. Solis - Rot - Z (+ The Center)

Mrs. Daigneault - College & Career Readiness

Mrs. Krostag - College & Career Guidance Specialist

Lancers - Did you know that TOHS offers 9 Career Pathways that will help you become college and career ready with the 26 career-related courses we offer? Many of our pathways offer the opportunity to earn FREE college credit or professional certifications for students. Field trips, guest speakers, career exploration are just the beginning of the student learning and self-discovery in our Career Education courses. Please reach out to our Career Education Coordinator, Ashley Cooper, acooper@conejousd.org, for any questions.

Are you a former Madrona Elementary Student? Each year local elementary school PTAs offer scholarships to former students. If you are interested, click the link below for a copy of their application and more detailed information.

Is your student a potential college-bound athlete? Do you know the requirements for the NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association)?

Check out our NCAA resource page on our TOHS counseling webpage: https://sites.google.com/learn.conejousd.net/tohscounseling

TOHS counseling has also created a video that explains the difference between NCAA Division I, II, and III. View it here: https://youtu.be/xB9lVPMIY2M

Stay Informed: Mobile Devices Policy Update for the 2025-2026 School Year

The Conejo Valley Unified School District Board of Education recently approved an updated version of CVUSD Board Policy 5131.8 “Mobile Communication Devices.”

For all CVUSD Students in Grades TK-8:

• Mobile communication devices shall be turned off and/or on silent mode and put away during instructional time.
• Students in grades Preschool through 8th grade shall not use cell phones, smart watches, pagers, or other mobile communication devices on campus during instructional and non-instructional time (e.g. recess, passing periods, nutrition, lunch).

For all CVUSD Students in Grades 9-12:

• Mobile communication devices shall be turned off and/or on silent mode and put away during instructional time.
• Students in Grades 9 through Post-Secondary may use cell phones, smart watches, pagers, or other mobile communication devices on campus during non-instructional time (e.g. passing periods, nutrition, lunch) as long as the device is utilized in accordance with law and any rules that individual school sites may impose

Check out the below flyer for more information about what this new policy will look like at our school!

Although all students will continue to receive meals at no charge again this school year it is very important for parents or guardians, to complete and submit an application for free or reduced meals as soon as possible after July 1st. Visit https://conejo.vcoe.org/fsonline/Main/Login to complete the application online starting on July 1st, 2024.

For first-time applicants, it's recommended to use a desktop computer to set up your profile. If your student is found eligible to receive meal benefits it might also qualify your family for discounts on gas, electricity, cell phone or cable service, and a waiver to take the SAT and ACT tests.

PAPER APPLICATIONS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE SCHOOL SITE AND DISTRICT OFFICE AFTER JULY 1ST

If any school group would like to add a slide on our new marquee, please use the form below and submit to Activities secretary, Jody Benon (jbenon@conejousd.org).

Reminder if your student carries medication(prescription or non-prescription) on campus and you have not turned the attached document, please have it completed and signed by your physician and returned to the health office. Please refer to page 2 of the document for a list of acceptable medications a student can carry on them during the school day and for school activities. If your student is currently carrying medications not listed on the acceptable medication list, please have them bring it into the health office with the attached form completed. Thank you for your attention to this matter. If you have any questions on this matter, contact the Health Clerk ext. 1022

A link to the form and guidelines:

https://www.conejousd.org/cms/lib/CA50010930/Centricity/Domain/110/Authorization%20for%20medication%20authorization%20form%202019.pdf

Looking for a way to support the school while also increasing advertising for your business or organization? Our ASB Officers are selling banner space on the tennis court fences that run along Moorpark Rd. and Flores Rd. Call Lisa Solis in the TOHS Student Store for more details if you are interested. 100% of the funds are directed into student programs.

Thanks to those individuals who have ordered a banner. Space is limited and going fast - so act now!

All CVUSD and TOHS attendance policies and procedures will be followed in TOHS classes. Students may be dropped from the class and assigned an “F” due to excessive truancies and/or unexcused absences.

The California Proficiency Program (CPP) is a voluntary test that assesses proficiency in basic reading, writing, and mathematics skills taught in public schools. Eligible pupils who pass the CHSPE are awarded a Certificate of Proficiency by the State Board of Education. A pupil who receives a Certificate of Proficiency may, with verified approval from the parent or legal guardian, leave high school early. The Certificate of Proficiency, however, is not equivalent to completing all coursework required for regular graduation from high school. For more information, including administration dates and registration deadlines, visit the following website: http://www.chspe.net/

In addition to our website (www.conejousd.org/tohs), you can find us on Facebook. Also, it seems every student group on campus has a Twitter and Instagram account that will allow you to follow individual groups should you wish to do so. Our school has a great general twitter feed that tweets lots info about the school (@ThousandOaksHS).

#BleedGreen

#EveryLancerEveryDay

#CVUSDForward

Email: tohs_web@conejousd.org
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Instagram: @thousandoakshs
Location: 2323 North Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, CA, USA
Phone: 805-495-7491