April 19
Holiday No School
April 23
Special Olympics
April 30
PUSD Community Forum
May 6
Josten's caps & gowns delivery
May 11
Senior Ball
May 27
Memorial Day No School
May 31
Last Day of School
Graduation Ceremony
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Due to CAASP, ELA and CST testing, Foothill will have block schedules on Tuesdays (periods 1, 3, and 5) and Thursday (periods 2, 4, and 6) the weeks of April 15, April 22, and April 29.
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A Note From Counseling:
All junior families will be receiving Junior Status Letters in the mail within the next week or two. These letters will help identify whether your student is on track for 4-year college, 2-year college, or may be deficient for graduation. Counselors will be meeting with all juniors this month to get to know them and start the conversation around post high school plans and finding the right college fit.
Counselors will also be sending home summer school recommendations to all students who have received a D or F in one or more classes.
If your student received a D or F on the March 23
report card, it is advisable to secure a spot in summer school.
Courses can be cancelled after June 1 if your student passes those courses by emailing
[email protected]
.
Additional information regarding summer school can be found here
https://tinyurl.com/SummerProgramsPUSD
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Senior Ball Info
May 11th, 2019
7:00pm to 11:00pm
California Academy of Sciences
Theme: "Under the Sea"
-Arrive at FHS for check-in at 5:00 pm.
-Buses begin loading at 5:30 pm (first in line = first to leave)
-Transportation back to FHS: Boarding buses back from SF at 11 pm. ETA Midnight.
-Ticket sales: April 17 - May 3. Ticket prices are as follows:
- April 17 - April 26: $155 with ASB sticker | $175 without ASB
- April 29 - May 2: $165 with ASB sticker | $185 without ASB
- May 3: $190 with ASB sticker | $190 without ASB
-Students must turn in a dance form at the time of ticket purchase.
-Students must bring a completed Emergency Medical Form in order to board the bus to Ball. Forms will be given to each student at the time of ticket purchase or are available below.
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Special Ed "Make a Difference" Awards 2019
The “Make a Difference” Awards were established to celebrate the special education youth throughout our community
and provide an opportunity for families to acknowledge individuals who have gone “above and beyond” to make a
difference in the life of their special child. All submissions, meeting the criteria below, will receive an award and
you and your family will have an opportunity at our awards event to personally present the award to your
special person! “Make a Difference” Awards ceremony will be held Thursday, May 16, 2019 @ Pleasanton Middle
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Talon Times Hot Off the Presses!
Foothill Journalism is ready to announce the release of its 2019 spring issue! This issue features a variety of opinion and editorial columns about a diverse array of issues as well as student submissions of their own fiction pieces and artwork.
Click here for the latest issue.
Founded in 2017, the team publishes the Talon Times quarterly and is looking for interested writers, reporters, photographers, and designers to join its staff. Weekly meetings are in D-12, Mrs. Crawbuck's room, during lunch on Wednesdays. Any questions or concerns can be directed to their email,
[email protected].
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29th Annual Excellence in Education Awards
Nominations Due April 23
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Apply to Become a Peer Advocate by April 22
The Foothill Peer Advocate Program is a year-long commitment that provides extensive training and development of skills in communication and organization necessary to participate in certain activities on the campus. The Peer Advocate Program is known for the Educational Presentations and Campaigns, Peer-Run ProActive/ Restorative Practices, Community Building Circles, New Student Welcome Team, Peer Education and a Middle School Outreach Program. The program is an opportunity to enhance the lives and empower the students throughout the school and the community.
To be considered, students please sign up for an interview at
http://bit.ly/peerapp19 by April 22nd. Interviews are the first step in the application process and further instructions will be provided once student sign up for the interview.
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Majors in Public Safety
Las Positas College is hosting a Public Safety Majors Fair on Wednesday, April 24 from 10:00 to 1:00.
Over 20 different Public Safety agencies will be on campus representing Fire, Police, Paramedic/EMT and associated careers. This is a great opportunity for high school students who would like to explore the Public Safety field.
Attached below is an event flyer, a campus map and a parking permit. For more info, please visit:
http://bit.ly/2TDVUxp
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Yearbooks
Yearbooks are no longer available for pre-order. We will have a limited supply available for purchase after the books are delivered in May. They will be available for $125 cash on a first-come, first served basis after the pre-ordered books have been distributed. If you have any questions, email Mrs. Richey at
[email protected]
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Fun Night at Tommy T's!
For a night of fun at Tommy T's Comedy Club while supporting FHS Boys Lacrosse, join us on Thursday, April 18! Doors open at 6:30 pm for silent auction and raffle prizes, and comedy show hosted by Cody Woods from "Hart of the City" kicks off at 7:30 pm.
Tickets are $20 per person or reserve a table of 8 for $120. Space is limited so buy your tickets now!
Click here for details.
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A Message from FAB President Derek Perez
We are asking for your help to fund Foothill’s needs this year.
Foothill High School is in need of some much-needed support for the replacement of our widely-used sports field. As you likely know, the Stadium Field is in bad shape. Not only is it an eye sore, but its condition also creates safety hazards for our athletes, band members, students and guests.
Although referred to as the "Football Field", make no mistake about it, many other sports, students and clubs use this essential asset for their activities. Over 2,000 kids per year use the facility!
Your support will ensure future generations of Foothill students can use a field on which they are both safe on, and proud of!
Right now the cost of the field is approximately $950,000. Thanks to the efforts of the district, Foothill High School, the Foothill Band, FHS PTSA and the Athletic Boosters, we've managed to raise most of the funds! With that being said, we're still in desperate need of more to complete this project.
So please,
click here
to donate to help support this cause. Be a part of history. Keep our students safe, and our legacy strong!
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Field Trip to Las Positas College on April 30
Attention SOPHOMORES & JUNIORS! We will be going on a field trip to Las Positas College on April 30th. Free bus & lunch provided. If interested see
Mrs. Olsen
in the Counseling Department to pick up field trip forms or email her at [email protected] and she can send you the forms to fill out. The deadline to return forms is April 23.
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Anxiety/Depression Resources for Parents
As a follow-up to the screenings of "Angst" at Foothill this week, offered
here is a collection of resources for parents.
Anxiety Support Group for Students
The Counseling Department will be starting a 5-week Anxiety Support Group soon. Students will need to be referred by a counselor or teacher to receive invite.
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Parent Resources on Vaping
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Senior Scholarships Recognitions
Foothill is planning a Senior Scholarships Brunch on Tuesday, May 28th to recognize students who have accepted scholarships. If you have ACCEPTED any non-athletic scholarships and you would like to be recognized, please
click here for the Senior Scholarships Self-Reporting Form
.
By submitting the form, you are giving FHS permission to post your name and said scholarship in a public forum. Submit this form by May 7th.
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Senior Parents: About Debt Clearances
Parents of seniors: please have your student clear any textbook debt (return books from past years to their teachers) and pay any food services or library debt this month. We will be running a debt list at the beginning of the May, and students with outstanding balances will not be able to walk in the graduation ceremony.
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Local Scholarships for Graduating Seniors
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Pleasanton North Rotary Scholarships
Each year Pleasanton North Rotary awards scholarships
to Foothill High School graduating seniors
. This year we will be awarding three $1,000 Memorial Scholarships. The Scholarships will be awarded in memory of Chuck Pickens, the first President of Pleasanton North Rotary; Robin Barnett; a former teacher at Foothill High School, and Stephen Parker, a 1978 graduate of Foothill. The Scholarship Committee considers the following:
1st: Service to the Community
2nd: School Involvement (clubs, sports, etc.)
3rd: Scholastic Achievements
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CSEA Pleasanton Chapter Scholarships
California School Employees Association Chapter 155 (Pleasanton) is prepared to offer scholarships to graduating seniors who have been accepted at accredited colleges, universities, or post high school training institutions. Parent must be employed by PUSD and be a member in good standing with CSEA Chapter 155. Completed applications must be submitted by Friday, April 26, 2019.
Click here for details.
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Bay East Association of Realtors Foundation Scholarships
Applications available online for seniors with a minimum 3.5 (cumulative) GPA. Finalists will be required to participate in an in-person interview in Pleasanton on June 21. Questions? Please
email Jessica Arnold
. Applications due by midnight on May 5, 2019.
Click here for details.
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More scholarships available in Naviance. They are added on a continuing basis so check Naviance often.
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From the Senior Activities Parent Committee:
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Senior Memory Collages
(OPTIONAL)
To be displayed at After the Ball Breakfast and
Grad Night (NOT A PUSD SPONSORED EVENT)
Deadline: Friday, May 10th, 2019
Drop off location: FHS Office, Senior Collage Box
SIZE: 11"x14"
This is an optional tradition at Foothill. Each year, parents may create a photo collage of their student. Collages will be displayed at the after-the-ball breakfast (May 11th) and Grad Night (May 31st). This is a great surprise and unique keepsake for your graduate.
HOW TO MAKE THE COLLAGES:
From Cathie Payne, Senior Activities Committee Chair
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. You'll want to stay on the main Talon Talk list to continue getting the school newsletter. You should also choose the year your student graduates so that you can get e-mails targeted at specific grade levels, especially during senior year.
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[email protected]
Talon Talk is a twice monthly online publication brought to you the 1st and 15th of each month by the Foothill Parent Teacher-Student Association (PTSA) in cooperation with Foothill High School Administration.
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