PVPUSD Hires Two New Associate Principals for PVHS
The Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District (PVPUSD) values their employees and the impact they have upon the success of our students in one of the leading school districts in the nation. The Board of Education took action on April 26, 2017 to approve two Assistant Principal Positions at the Intermediate School level and three Associate Principal Positions at the High School Level. Two of these new associate principals will begin their work year at PVHS on July 1, 2017. Please help us welcome our two new Sea Kings!
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Palos Verdes High School was chosen by Educational Results Partnership (ERP) and the Campaign for Business and Education Excellence (CBEE) as a 2016 California Honor Roll recipient!
The California Honor Roll is part of a national effort known for its extensive and rigorous analysis of student achievement in public schools. Our school stood above other schools in the state because of our success in getting students to grade level achievement and beyond.
This year, the Honor Roll includes 1,866 public K-8 and high schools that are recognized for demonstrating consistently high levels of student academic achievement, improvement in achievement over time, and reduction in achievement gaps. The Honor Roll:
- Includes a measurement of improvement
- Is the only award given in collaboration with business leaders
- Includes graduation and dropout rate data
- No application process is necessary
- Establishes a higher bar of performance than any other award
- Takes into account equity and closing achievement gaps
We did not apply for this award (they found us!) and it is a great honor to have been chosen. We will be featured on the Honor Roll website and a banner has been designed for us to hang proudly at our school.
Thanks to the hard work of the students and teachers here at PVHS, we are being recognized for our achievement. This is a testament to the relentless focus on results that our school has shown over the years and to the hard work of our entire school community.
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OUR BIGGEST FUNDRAISER OF THE YEAR!
Join us on
Saturday, May 13 for an evening of Spanish cuisine and cocktails where you will enjoy the beautiful oceanfront views of Terranea Resort. The evening includes a sit-down dinner, live music, stunning student performances, and amazing live and silent auctions.
Attire: come dressed in elegant whites!
Saturday, May 13, 2017 at Terranea Resort 5:30 pm
We look forward to having you join us for a great evening of entertainment, good food and good friends, all while supporting our stellar schools!
Still need tickets? Click
HERE and buy your tickets today!
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Academics:
Eight Latin students won awards this year taking the National Latin Exam
From left: Audrey Powell: Latin 2 cum laude award, Margaret Reid: Latin 2 cum laude award, Alexa Stevens: Latin 2 cum laude award, Seren Cho: Latin 2 silver maxima cum laude award, Katherine Kemps: Latin 1 cum laude award, Lisa Miao: Latin 1 magna cum laude award.
Not pictured: Jessica Qian: Latin 2 Gold summa cum laude award, Davis Moore: Latin 2 cum laude award
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SIGGRAPH 2017
Spend a week at the biggest, baddest, coolest computer graphics extravaganza IN THE WORLD. See the techniques and tools used in blockbuster visual effects and animated films, games, art and science.
You get to see and do it all with your very own Pioneer Mentor - an experienced industry pro along with a great group of other students and their Mentors.
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Current & former Women's Studies students attended the LA Times Festival of Books to hear Margaret Atwood speak about the Handmaid's Tale. Madison Tody (a 10th grade student) participated in the Q & A session. Students were able to meet Margaret Atwood and had their books signed.
In addition, the class presented Ms. Atwood with a PVHS themed gift & a picture of the entire class holding up their copies of the Handmaid's Tale.
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WANTED PROFESSIONALS TO SHARE THEIR CAREERS WITH PVHS STUDENTS:
The Career Club is planning PVHS's first "Occupation Exploration" panel discussion on Tuesday, May 16, 6 p.m.-8 PM in the CCC. The panel currently hosts an advertising/media expert, corporate finance consultant, sports investigative journalist and automotive supply-chain executive. We would like to further expand to additional profession to educate, inspire, if not excite young people to embrace career paths beyond the labels of lawyers, doctors and/or teachers.
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Counseling and College & Career Center:
COLLEGE CAREER CENTER NEWS
JUNIOR BOOK AWARDS LUNCHEON HELD ON THURSDAY!
Congratulations to all of the juniors who were honored this week for their ourstanding academic, extra-curricular and community involvement. A special thank you to Teresa Hoffman and Joanne Lewis for organizing this special event!
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Sea King Wellness -- Be Balanced & Love Life
April's Wellness Topic: Healthy Choices
The month of April will focus on the Wellness Topic of Healthy Choices!
Help Your Student Polish Their Digital Footprint!
Read this article will help families understand a student's digital footprint and the potential impact on college admissions. Click
HERE to read the article!
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Activities:
PVPUSD STUDENT MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION APPLICATIONS NOW AVAILABLE!
Any student interested in applying for the student member seat to represent PVHS on the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District Board of Education may pick up an application form in the Associate Principal's Office.
The term of office is for a period of one (1) year, beginning July 1, 2017, and running through June 30, 2018.
The application deadline is Friday, May 19, 2017. Interested applicants will be invited to appear before an interschool selection committee.
Copies of Board Policy 9150 and other materials concerning the position are also available for review in the Associate Principal's Office.
Interested students should pick up an application in the Associate Principal's Office.
Please see Mrs. Ramirez for any questions.
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Grad Nite 2017
Families of graduating seniors...don't miss out on an amazing grad night venue planned upon a luxury yacht! Please go to PVHSgradnite.com to sign up your student. All questions should be directed to
[email protected]
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Visual & Performing Arts:
PVHS Annual Student Art Show
The exhibition will be on display from April 14 - May 1.
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Athletics:
Surf: Coach Gherardi and Mr Heffernan have been an amazing presence for all the students who participate on the surf team......being there at all meets cheering and Coaching all the participants. Monday was great day...PVHS had MANY students surfing their heats out for the state championship. PV was well represented. Will Allen made it to the Semis in Longboard and finished in the top 10 in shortboard.
Girls Lacrosse:
The Girls Lacrosse team wrapped up a Bay League Championship with two big wins this week. The team enjoyed wins over Peninsula (14-6) and Mira Costa (21-13). It's the first Bay League championship for Girls Lacrosse since 2012. USL playoffs begin this week!
Boys Lacrosse:
The Boys Lacrosse team was victorious this week three times, with wins over Westlake, Redondo, and Mira Costa. The last two wins were in the inaugural Bay League tournament as PV secured another Bay League title! USL playoffs begin this week.
Boys Volleyball:
PV racked up two big wins this week in Bay League play. The team beat Morningside 3-0 and then came back and and swept previously unbeaten Redondo 3-0 at home. The win places PV tied with Mira Costa for 2nd place in league play and the Sea Kings can claim a share of the Bay League title with a win over Peninsula and if Mira Costa beats Redondo on Tuesday.
Boys Golf:
Boys golf defeated Torrance HS twice this week. The team will be competing on Monday and Wednesday in Bay League tournament action.
Softball:
Softball split a pair of Bay League games this week. The team lost to Peninsula and defeated Inglewood. The Sea Kings are 3-2 after one round of Bay League play and will look for a strong second round to secure a playoff berth.
Baseball:
The Sea Kings lost 2-1 to Simi Valley in the semifinals of the Redondo Tournament. The team also registered two forfeit wins against Morningside during the week. PV is 5-1 in Bay League play with crucial series this week and next against Redondo and Peninsula.
Boys Tennis:
After a team victory against Redondo this week, 3 boys headed to the Ojai Tournament for what is the most competitive tennis gathering of the high school season. Dean Dellovade advanced to the Round of 32 in singles competition where he lost to Bay League rival Connor Hance. In doubles, Eric Chung and Mikael Purne advanced to the Round of 16 before falling to a team from Redlands.
At the same tournament, PV alum Brandon Holt ('16) won the No 1 singles match that clinched the PAC-12 team title for USC over UCLA!
Track and Field:
The Track and Field team was in competition Saturday at Mira Costa HS in the Bay League Prelims. The meet serves as a qualifier for the Bay League Championships held at Mira Costa HS on Friday. Most of the team members expected to advance qualified without incident.
The swim teams concluded the dual meet season with a pair of losses to Peninsula this past week. The teams now look to Bay League Prelims and Finals this coming week at Peninsula for a chance at the league title and CIF berths.
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Booster Club:
PVHS Arts, Academics, and Athletic Programs:
Improved Dance Facilities Fundraiser 2017
Let's come together as a community! Four hundred PVHS students, including those in Choreo, Song, Cheer, Intermediate Dance, Musical Theater, Drama, Jazz Band, Color Guard, Yoga, P.E. Dance, school clubs, and various academic programs utilize the dance facilities every day for training, preparation, and education. Rehearsals for pep rallies, shows, sports, and theatrical productions are also held in the dance facilities.
PVHS requires updated, properly sprung dance floors to ensure a safe and appropriate training environment. The sprung floors will help decrease injuries resulting from the poor condition of our existing floors which were installed in 1961. The estimated cost to upgrade the facilities is $60,000.00 and our goal is to complete this project no later than July 2017.
The PVHS Booster Club has generously contributed $12,500.00 with an additional $30,000.00 from the District and School Site Funds. $2,500.00 has been raised to date, and an additional $15,000.00 must still be raised to support this project. To reach our fundraising goal, we would appreciate $100.00 or more per family, but any donation will make a difference. Thank you for making great things happen at PVHS!
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PTSA:
PTSA Honorary Service Award - Nominations Now Open
PVP Council of PTAs scholarship for graduating seniors - application is available in each school's C&C department. $1,000 for a senior from each high school, $500 for a senior from Rancho del Mar.
Executive Board Straw Ballot 2017
PRESIDENT: Heather Haddon Matson
EXECUTIVE V.P.: Michelle Virgo
1st VP (Organization): Pam Griffiths
2nd VP (Hospitality): Open
3rd VP (Education): Irene Hill
4th VP (Community Service): Diane Imbach
5th VP (Communications): Krista Burns
6th VP (Ways & Means): Amber McAuley
7th VP (Legislation): Stephanie Carpenter
TREASURER: Katie Applewhite
FINANCIAL SECRETARY: Craig Quinn
AUDITOR: Ana Romero
RECORDING SECRETARY: Quinn Mulkey
CORRESPONDING SECRETARY: Megan Wescott
HISTORIAN: Anitra Bornheimer
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WeTip AT PVHS
PVHS is part of the WeTip program, a toll-free hotline developed in 1972 that offers a safe and entirely anonymous method for students or parents to give tip information regarding bullying, vandalism, arson, drug/alcohol use, graffiti and more. WeTip operates its "800" toll-free lines 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. PVHS strives to be proactive rather than reactive.
Thanks for reading.
Have a great day Sea Kings!
Palos Verdes High School
(310) 378-8471
600 Cloyden Road
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
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