WELCOME BACK GIANTS!
Welcome to the 2021-2022 school year! We hope you had a wonderful summer and are ready for the new school year. We welcome Mr. Joseph Biagioni, our new Ganesha Principal. We look forward to a productive partnership with parents, teachers and community agencies to ensure that each student at Ganesha achieves their highest potential. As partners, we can make a difference in each child’s education. We will remain committed to improving the academic, emotional and physical wellbeing of our students.
IMPORTANT DATES
  • August 27th: Welcome Back/Fall Sports Rally, Club Rush at Lunch
  • September 1st: Virtual Senior Parent Meeting at 5:30 p.m.
  • September 1st: Virtual Back to School Night from 6-7:30pm
  • September 9th: Virtual Coffee with School Leaders at 6 p.m.

Community Schools and 211LA provided community resource information at the WesternU Health-Ganesha HS Vaccine Clinic.
COMMUNITY SCHOOLS INITIATIVE
Ganesha High School has partnered with the Los Angeles County Office of Education to implement the Community Schools Initiative. This Community School strategy meets the needs of students and families by bringing community agencies, partnerships and resources into the school for accessibility and utilization by all. Through this initiative, we aim to improve student outcomes and strengthen community partnerships.
The Community School Team

Teresa Murillo, Community School Specialist
Maria Renteria, Educational Community Worker
Maria Belen Pena, 211LA Outreach Coordinator

Location: Room 42 Ext. 30042
The community school team can connect students and families to school and community resources, mental health, health, basic needs, and other types of support. If you are a student and/or parent in need of resources, we encourage you to complete our referral form.
RESOURCE CENTER
  • College Intern Tutors are available to assist Ganesha students with homework, classwork, projects and test preps in all subjects.
  • We will have a Reward System created for students to earn points when they visit the Resource Center & complete supplemental work.
  • Students will be rewarded with different prizes.
Tutoring Services are held in room 22
  • M - Th - 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
  • Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

For more information contact:
YoungJi Lee, Intervention Teacher
  • youngji.lee@pusd.org
  • Ext. 30022
Erin Lariviere, Resource Teacher
  • Erin.Lariviere@pusd.org
  • Ext. 30154
COLLEGE AND CAREER

Is your student interested in CAL POLY POMONA?

Project CAMINOS is here to help you! They are dedicated to helping future Broncos and families successfully discover, select, and transition to CAL POLY POMONA. Learn more about:
  • Major and Career Exploration
  • College Requirements
  • Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
  • California Dream Act Application (CADAA)
  • Financial Wellness

A SPECIAL NOTE FOR CLASS OF 2022
Seniors from Pomona Unified School District who apply to Cal Poly Pomona for Fall 2022 will receive an additional special admission consideration during the admission process. Students must participate in 4 workshops by November 30th. Special admission consideration is in addition to local area consideration
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY FOR JUNIORS AND SENIORS

Scholarship Deadline
Tuesday September 7, 2021
Instructions:
All entries are to be typed, double spaced, and embedded in the email (no attachments)
Email to: scholarship@ncrfoundation.org

If you win you must attend the Virtual Latino College Expo Saturday September 18, 2021

Remember that a scholarship is FREE money for college!!!
For more information contact: Janette Magallon, College and Career Tech
Career Center Location: Room 45 Ext. 30131"
ATTENDANCE MATTERS
Help your child succeed in High School
  • Communicate with the school: Stay connected with your child's teachers and school staff
  • Make school attendance a priority: Talk to your teen about the importance of attending school daily
  • Help your child stay healthy and engaged:  Make sure your teen wears a mask to school