Northview HS Newsletter

We had another great week at Northview High School! Our average weekly attendance was 96.9%! Thank you to our students and families for making attendance a priority. Every day in class is an opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed. Let's keep up the great work, Vikings!

While our attendance remains strong, we did have 127 students arrive tardy to first period this week. Please take a moment to speak with your student about the importance of arriving at school on time and ready to learn. Even a few minutes of missed instruction each day can add up. Our school day begins at 8:30am, and we want every Viking starting the day on the right foot!

Viking Vision – Check Out Our Latest Episode!

Our talented FAME Academy students are back with another great episode of Viking Vision! This week's episode features a special look at our new Game Design class, where students are exploring creativity, technology, and innovation. The episode also includes a helpful refresher on our school lunch rules and expectations. Be sure to check it out and see the great work happening on our campus!

Spirit of Northview Band Sweeps First Place!

A HUGE congratulations to our Spirit of Northview Marching Band for an outstanding performance at their first field show of the season! Despite battling the rain at Valencia High School in Placentia, our Vikings delivered an incredible performance and swept first place in every category!

• 1st Place – Percussion

• 1st Place – Colorguard

• 1st Place – Overall Band

What an amazing way to kick off the competition season! Congratulations to our student musicians, performers, directors, and dedicated families for their hard work and commitment to excellence. You continue to make Northview proud!

Thank you, Viking families, for your continued support. Let's keep building on our momentum and making every day count!

Every Classroom. Every Student. Every Day.

That's the Gold Standard!

Northview High School's annual SAT Day is Wednesday, October 14! All students will participate in a grade-level assessment designed to measure college readiness and help prepare them for future academic opportunities.

• 9th Grade: SAT Practice Test

• 10th Grade: SAT Practice Test

• 11th Grade: Digital PSAT/NMSQT

• 12th Grade: Digital SAT

The SAT is an important opportunity for students to demonstrate their college readiness and potentially qualify for scholarships. We encourage families to speak with their students about taking these assessments seriously, getting a good night's rest, and arriving at school on time and ready to do their best!

Important: All students will be released early at 12:34 PM on Wednesday, October 14.

Students can access SAT preparation resources here.

Let's make it a great SAT Day, Vikings!

This summer, 50 students participated in the three-week University of La Verne REACH Program, including seven Northview Vikings: Kenneth Montaya, Oluwatamilore Oyesile, Xochitl Gutierrez, Jesalyn Nava, Fabian Segura, Nathan Martinez, and Ervin Martinez Montoya.

Throughout the program, students developed skills in entrepreneurship, leadership, networking, and business development. Their culminating challenge required them to work collaboratively to create a realistic business plan and pitch their concept to a panel of eight judges at the University of La Verne.

One of the concepts developed was Fabian Segura's team's Creative Arts Learning Mobile (CALM), a mobile service designed to bring artistic materials, mental health supports, and mural experiences directly to schools. Students developed the concept, service model, pricing, and business structure before presenting their plan.

Our Vikings had an outstanding showing in the competition. Fabian Segura’s team earned first place, while Oluwatamilore Oyesile and Xochitl Gutierrez advanced to the Final Four, and Kenneth Montaya’s team also finished as a finalist.

Students were also recognized for successfully completing the program with honors, acknowledging their achievement from the California Legislature, California State Senate, and University of La Verne.

We are incredibly proud of our Vikings for taking advantage of this opportunity to learn, lead, collaborate, and apply their skills in an authentic setting. That’s the Gold Standard!

College, Career & Senior Updates

College application season is officially underway, and October is a busy month for our Viking seniors! Our Counseling Team will continue providing students and families with opportunities to receive application support, explore college and career options, and prepare for life after Northview.

Please review these important updates and upcoming opportunities for the Class of 2027!

SENIORS — BEFORE YOU HIT SUBMIT!

College applications are open, but don’t rush to hit submit!

Before submitting an application, we strongly encourage seniors to check in with their counselor and carefully review their information. Once an application is submitted, students may not be able to go back and make corrections.

Start early, ask questions, and take the time to review before you submit!

OCTOBER 20 | FUTURE DAY — SENIORS ONLY

During the School Day | Northview High School

Future Day is almost here! This special event gives our Viking seniors dedicated time during the school day to work on their plans for life after Northview.

Students will have access to hands-on support with:

• CSU & UC Applications
• Private & Out-of-State College Applications
• Community College Applications
• FAFSA & California Dream Act Application (CADAA)
• Trade Schools & Career Pathways

Throughout the event, seniors will be able to work on applications, explore their options, ask questions, and receive support from counselors and college representatives.

Whether a student plans to attend a four-year university, community college, trade school, or pursue a career pathway, Future Day is about helping every senior take their next step!

CSU APPLICATION SUPPORT | CAL POLY POMONA

Need some extra help with the CSU application?

Cal Poly Pomona Outreach Counselors are offering virtual CSU Application Workshops to help students navigate Cal State Apply, avoid common application mistakes, and get answers to their questions.

Students can use the QR code on the attached flyer to register for an available workshop session.

COUNSELING TEAM REMINDER

October is an important month for our seniors. Applications are underway, deadlines are getting closer, and there are several opportunities available to help students through the process.

We encourage seniors to:

• Start early and avoid waiting until the deadline.
• Stay organized and keep track of important dates.
• Ask questions when something is unclear.
• Take advantage of workshops and counselor support.
• Check in with their counselor before submitting applications.

Our Counseling Team is here to support our Vikings as they explore their options, make plans, and prepare for what comes next.

Let’s finish senior year strong, Vikings!

Scholarship Opportunities

The Work Ethic Scholarship Program

• Be a U.S. citizen.

• Be a high school senior.

• Be enrolled or plan to enroll in an approved trade-related program at an accredited two-year college, vocational, or technical school, or other approved technical institute in the United States. Four-year degree or bachelor's programs are not eligible.

• DEADLINE IS OCTOBER 31ST

Colgate-Palmolive Haz La U Scholarship

• Be currently enrolled in high school or a homeschool program and graduating in the spring of 2027

• Must have a minimum unweighted 3.0 GPA

• Must enroll at an accredited higher education institution in 2027-2028

• If selected, attendance at the virtual awards ceremony is mandatory

• DEADLINE IS NOVEMBER 1ST, 2026

Chick-fil-A Community Scholars

• Be 18 years of age by July 15, 2027

• Planning to enroll in full-time undergraduate or graduate study for the 2027-2028 academic year at an accredited two-year or four-year college or university, or vocational-technical school

• Be involved in community service, extracurricular activities, and/or a leadership role in the twelve (12) months before the application deadline.

• Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0

This year's college fair was marked by the presence of many of our AVID students and their families! Students had the opportunity to meet with over 40 college and University representatives. The benefits of the fair extend far beyond high school graduation. By stepping out of their comfort zones to speak to college representatives, students develop the professional communication skills and emotional maturity required to navigate a college campus.

They learn how to network, how to ask for help, and how to build a foundational system of resources. When these students eventually step onto their chosen campus, they do so not as intimidated freshmen, but as self-directed learners who have already proven they belong at a university campus. As a schoolwide AVID program, we are ensuring our students are college ready.

The Northview Viking Band is hard at work preparing for its next field show in two weeks! Our musicians and performers are putting in the time, dedication, and teamwork to get ready to take the field and represent Northview with Viking pride. Keep up the great work, Vikings, and get ready to shine!

Saturday, October 24 🎶 SCSBOA Cleveland Field Show

Let’s go, Vikings! Keep the music strong and the Viking spirit louder! 💛🖤

#SpiritofNorthview #VikingBandandColorguard #GoVikings

A huge congratulations to Gary Strobehn for an outstanding performance in the Division Boys Varsity 5K! Gary raced his way to an impressive 3rd-place finish with a time of 15:38.1!

Our Northview Vikings are preparing for their next big invitational in two weeks! Our runners are continuing to put in the work, build endurance, and get ready to represent Northview on the course. Keep up the hard work, Vikings, and stay focused as you gear up for the Mt. SAC Invitational!

Friday, October 23 10:00 AM
📍 Mt. SAC Invitational — Walnut, CA

Keep pushing, Vikings! 💛🖤

#NorthviewXC #RunVikingsRun #VikingStrong

The Vikings are ready for another action-packed week of esports! Matches begin at 4:00 PM each day in E-7. Come by and support our teams! 🖤💛

Monday

• ♟️ Chess

• Brawlhalla

Tuesday

• 🎮 Fortnite

• 🦑 Splatoon

Wednesday

• 💥 Super Smash Bros.

• Valorant

Thursday

• 🏎️ Mario Kart

• Marvel Rivals

#VikingsEsports #GameOn #GoVikings

#VikingsFlagFootball #GritAndGold #GoVikings

The Vikings have a big week ahead on the gridiron! Come out, show your Viking spirit, and support our Frosh, JV, and Varsity football teams as they take on Colony. Let’s pack the stands and bring the energy!

Wednesday, October 14 — Frosh 3:30 PM
📍 @ Colony High School

Thursday, October 15 — JV 3:30 PM
📍 vs. Colony @ Northview High School

Friday, October 16 — Varsity 7:00 PM
📍 @ Colony High School

Let’s go, Vikings! Bring the pride, bring the energy, and cheer our teams on to victory! 💛🖤#VikingsFootball #DefendTheNorth #ThisIsNorthview

The Vikings are ready for another week on the courts! Come out, show your Viking spirit, and support our Northview girls tennis team as they take on their league opponents!

Tuesday, October 13 3:15 PM
📍 @ Covina

Thursday, October 15 3:15 PM
📍 vs. Wilson @ Northview High School

Let’s go, Vikings! Bring the energy and keep that Viking pride going! 💛🖤

#VikingsTennis #GameSetMatch #WeAreNorthview

Our Northview Vikings are making moves with a 5–3 league record! Shout-out to our athletes for their outstanding performances on the court!

⭐ Emily Acevedo — 6 kills and 5 aces
⭐ Salai Osi — 18 kills

The Vikings have a big week ahead on the volleyball court! Come out, show your Viking spirit, and support our Varsity, JV, and Frosh volleyball teams. Join us for Senior Night as we celebrate our senior athletes! 🖤💛

Monday, October 12 — Senior Night

Varsity — 6:00 PM
📍 vs. Charter Oak @ Northview High School

JV — 4:30 PM

📍 vs. Charter Oak @ Northview High School

Frosh — 3:30 PM
📍 vs. Charter Oak @ Northview High School

Tuesday, October 13

Varsity — 6:00 PM
📍 @ Covina

JV — 4:30 PM
📍 @ Covina

Frosh — 3:30 PM
📍 @ Covina

#VikingsVolleyball #SetSpikeScore #DefendTheShip

Get ready, Vikings! Our Fall Food Fair is coming up on Friday, October 16! Stop by to enjoy delicious food, spend time with friends, and celebrate the fall season with our Northview community.

💵 Cash Only! Please plan accordingly, as the Fall Food Fair will be cash only.

🎟️ Ticket Sales: Food fair tickets will be sold in the ASB Office on Friday only, so be sure to grab yours!

🚫 Lunch Reminder: Students will not be allowed off campus for lunch on Food Fair day, so plan to stay on campus and enjoy the festivities!

🍔 More Details Coming Soon! Keep an eye out for updates on food offerings, prices, and more!

Bring your friends, bring your cash, and get ready for a fun-filled Friday, Vikings! 🍁🖤💛

Get ready to show off your Halloween spirit! Students are invited to wear their school-appropriate Halloween costumes on Thursday, October 29. We can’t wait to see your creativity, festive looks, and Viking spirit!

👻 Costume Rules & Guidelines

To ensure a safe and fun day for everyone, please follow these guidelines:

• 🚫 No weapons or replica weapons may be brought to school.
• 🎭 No masks are allowed. Surgical masks are permitted.
• 💄 No full-face makeup. Makeup may cover no more than half of your face.
• 👕 Keep it appropriate! Costumes must not be too revealing.
• 🎈 Inflatable costumes must be deflated in classrooms.
• 📏 Follow the dress code. All costumes must comply with Northview High School’s dress code policies.

We look forward to celebrating Halloween with our Northview community! Plan your costume, follow the guidelines, and get ready for a fun-filled day, Vikings! 🎃🖤💛

A big shout-out to our student leaders from Interact Club, CSF, and ASB for volunteering at the annual JCPenney Trip! These Vikings partnered with the district and local Rotary clubs to help over 100 local students shop for winter clothing and essential necessities.

We are proud of our students for giving back to the community and helping make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Thank you for representing Northview with kindness, leadership, and Viking pride! 🖤💛

Hey, Vikings! Looking for a fun way to give back to the community? Join us at Covina Park on Saturday, October 24, from 2:00–6:00 PM for the annual Boo Bash celebration! 👻

Come dressed in your favorite costume and help make this spooktacular community event a memorable one! All volunteers must complete a volunteer waiver before participating.

📍 Location: Covina Park
📅 Date: Saturday, October 24
⏰ Time: 2:00–6:00 PM
📝 Reminder: Complete your volunteer waiver!

Have questions? Contact the Interact Club at interactclubnorthview@gmail.com.

Come out, get involved, and show off your Viking spirit while making a difference in our community! 🎃🖤💛

A huge thank-you to all our Vikings who joined us for last week’s Homecoming festivities! We hope you had an amazing time celebrating school spirit, making memories with friends, and dancing the night away!

Everyone looked fantastic dressed up for the occasion, and it was wonderful to see our Northview community come together to celebrate. Thank you to everyone who helped make Homecoming such a special and memorable experience!

We love seeing our Vikings show up, show out, and represent Northview with pride. Until next time, Vikings! 🖤💛

The Viking student section is bringing the energy all season long! Make sure you’re dressed for the theme and ready to cheer on our Vikings! Grab your friends, show your school spirit, and let’s make the stands loud! 🖤💛

🏈 Football

• October 30 vs. Charter Oak — 💗 Pinkout
  Wear pink and help us fill the stands in support of a great cause!

Dress for the theme. Bring the energy. Cheer LOUD. Let's show everyone what Viking pride looks like! 🖤💛

Meet Ethan Cerecedes, a Northview Viking with a game plan that includes basketball, a future in film, and a closet that’s probably more stylish than ours!

One thing Ethan loves most about Northview is the safe, welcoming environment that makes our campus feel like home. When he’s not hitting the court, you can find him shopping, exploring photography, or keeping up with the latest fashion trends.

His dream? Heading to USC to major in film. Looks like we may have a future director in the making!

But here’s the plot twist: Ethan is a total cat person with three cats at home! That’s right—three furry roommates who probably think they’re the real stars of the show.

Whether he’s making moves on the court or behind the camera, Ethan is definitely one to watch!

Keep shooting for the stars, Ethan—both on and off the court!

Saturday Schools are assigned for all absences—both excused and unexcused. This policy is outlined in the NHS Student Handbook and on our school website under the Resources section.

We will continue to notify students and parents/guardians when students have Saturday School due to an accumulation of absences (excused and unexcused).

• 10/14 - PSAT and SAT Minimum Day
• 10/16 - Fall Food Fair
• 10/20 - Late Start
• 10/20 - Future Day
• 10/30 - Student Free Day
• 11/6 - Winter Sports Rally
• 11/9 - Fall Blood Drive
• 11/11 - Veterans Holiday, No School
• 11/20 - Minimum Day
• 11/23-11/27 - Thanksgiving Break
• 12/16-12/18 - Finals
• 12/21-1/1 - Winter Break

Monday, October 12, 2026

• JV Flag Football - Rienstra
• Frosh/JV Volleyball - Yount

Thursday, October 15, 2026

• Girls Tennis - Gonzales
• JV Football - Smith