A PLACE OF EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION
FJUHSD Superintendent Communication
The Fullerton Joint Union High School District continues to be committed to maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment for all students and staff members. To these ends, we remain committed to keeping our community informed on how we continue to manage the COVID-19
pandemic. Overall, our protocols continue to be in place, including keeping track of COVID-19 cases on all school and district sites, conducting contact tracing, informing parents/staff members of confirmed COVID-19 cases, following state and local health department guidelines, and implementing high standards on cleaning.

Please click the link below to read more information from our Superintendent:
Mental Health
The 2021/22 school year is off to a great start with students and staff members excited to see each other, reconnect with a more normal routine, and celebrate together at Sonora.  

That being said, we also understand there continues to be an increased need of mental health services due to continued concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic, re-acclimating to the school environment, and other events happening throughout the country and world.

FJUHSD recognizes that these world dynamics may bring up uncomfortable emotions, questions, concerns, or directly impact their personal environments. If you or your student are experiencing difficulties affecting your wellness, please note that FJUHSD has partnered with Care Solace for this exact reason. 

Care Solace is committed to helping our students, families, and staff connect with mental health services in the community. They are experts at navigating the mental health systems so that you can access support quicker and easier. Please consider contacting Care Solace if you or your loved ones are in need of support. 

If your student’s performance is being impacted by these world dynamics, we have a document on our district website that outlines How To Access School-Based Mental Health Services at Sonora High. Please review the information and consider if this may be of benefit to you. 

Lastly, our district's main webpage has a Mental Health tab for your reference. The tab has our Virtual Calming Room where anyone can have access to healthy coping skills and mental health resources for both students and parents. 

As we continue to work with our students and families transitioning back to campus, we wanted to remind you that FJUHSD is committed to supporting our students and staff holistically. 

Thank you for taking the time to read this important message, and for ensuring every member of the FJUHSD community feels supported and cared for during these unprecedented times.
Thank You
Thank you to our parents who came to our first School Site Council Meeting of the Year. It was well attended as we reviewed our School Plan for Student Acheivement (SPSA). If you would like to get involved with any other aspect of our school, then please do not hesitate to let us know. We invite and encourage you to be an active member of our learning community.
Raiders Unite to Remember
As all Americans are aware, today marks the 20th anniversary of 9/11. On September 11, 2001, foreign terrorists conducted attacks in America on the two towers of the World Trade Center in New York City and the Pentagon outside Washington, DC. These attacks killed 2,996 and wounded 6,000 Americans. Included in the dead Americans were 343 firefighters, 72 police officers, and 55 military personnel. In 2002, President Bush proclaimed September 11 as Patriot Day and a National Day of Service and Remembrance. The day has also been designated as a day that the U.S. flag should be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sundown. In addition, the people of the United States are asked to observe a moment of silence on Patriot Day in remembrance of the victims. 

The senseless loss of lives as a result of the 9-11 tragedy has caused all of us to stop and reflect upon our civic duties and resolve as American citizens to continue an even stronger commitment to the public good and work cooperatively with all to respond to the tragedy in only the most constructive ways. Over the past twenty years, we have all had numerous opportunities to learn from this tragedy and have worked both individually and collectively to support and improve our community, nation, and world. It is important that we work to ensure that the impact of the tragedy is used in only the most respectful and positive ways in order to preserve our democratic values and make our world a safer place for all people.

Please take some time today to express compassion and empathy for all those who lost their lives; show sensitivity to the loved ones who were left behind, and as an expression of our commitment to the common good and dedicate ourselves to work together to settle all conflicts peacefully.
Safety Procedures
  • All students and staff will complete a Qualtircs COVID Safety Survey each morning (the survey will be sent to your school email).

  • Before entering campus, students will show their green checkmark from the completed survey permitting them to be on campus.

  • Students will walk through the thermo-imaging temperature cameras after showing their green checkmarks.

  • Masks are required inside and will be optional while outside.
In accordance with the Center for Disease Control (CDC), CA Dept. of Public Health (CDPH), and Orange County Health Care Agency (OCHCA), we ask that you complete the Qualtrics survey each morning prior to arriving on campus. However, please do not attend school if you have experienced any COVID-related symptoms:
  • Flu-like symptoms such as fever of 100.4 or greater 
  • Chills 
  • Cough 
  • Sore throat
  • Runny or stuffy nose that is not associated with a pre-existing condition or other chronic health condition. 
Further, following the recommendations issued by the CDC, the CDPH has issued guidance in support of full in-person instruction and to as much instructional time as possible. 

Please note that masks will be required by all staff and students while indoors regardless of vaccinated status. As an extra precaution, FJUHSD is committed to continuing the enhanced cleaning procedures established to ensure that our schools are clean, sanitized, and safe. Further, temperatures will continue to be taken each morning. 

If you do not receive the Qualtrics Link, then please click here: Daily Symptom Qualtrics Survey (Paper Form).docx. Please look here to check for your symptoms: Symptom Checker.
Raiders Honor
The pictures below are from our 9/11 Ceremony
Flag Raising Ceremony
Please click the link below to watch our ceremony honoring those who gave the ultimate sacrafice for others. Our Raiders will alwasy unite to remember and continue to work together in harmony in the pursuit of a better tomorrow.
State Superintendent News
Daily COVID Survey
Beginning on Monday we want our students to electronically take their Qualtrics survey. Here are the ways you can take it:

  1. The email that you receive in the mornings.
  2. There is a link on our website as pictured below.
  3. There are QR Codes here and as you walk to the front doors.

You do not need a phone to take this survey because you can use your Chromebook.
Sonora High School PTSA
Here are some commonly asked questions and answers about PTSA:


1. What is PTSA?

PTSA stands for Parent Teacher Student Association. PTSA is a volunteer association where parents, educators, students, and other citizens can be active in their schools and communities.
 
2. What does it mean "to join PTSA"?

We ask parents for a $10.00 membership price.
 
We use that money to:

       Provide scholarships to our students and teacher.
Provide any additional support for Sonora's student activities.


3. How do we know that PTSA money is really being used for our children?

Any parent is welcome to participate in any PTA event. Our records are not confidential and we would be glad to explain PTSA money distribution to anyone.
 
4. Can anyone volunteer and help at school?

Yes. We welcome anyone who can assist us! There is a process, but we will be happy to walk you through this process.
 
5. Do PTSA members get paid when working at the schools?

No. PTSA members volunteer their time, and we welcome anyone who is willing to assist them. Our parents work very hard to fundraise for special programs at Sonora High School.
 
6. Can anyone become a member?

Yes. Anyone, including students, can be a PTSA member.
 
7. Do we have to volunteer in the school to be a member?

No. You are NOT REQUIRED to volunteer any time for our events and/or fundraising. We appreciate your assistance, but you are absolutely NOT required to do so.
 
8. How do I become a member?

Please click the link/QR Code below to become a member today.
 
Community News
This section is dedicated to general Orange County/La Habra information that may apply to our students and families.
Here is a decision tree that all families should use with regard to COVID as it relates to school.
FJUHSD FOOD SERVICES
Meals will be provided to ALL students free of charge again this school year and for the foreseeable future! While families are not required to complete the FJUHSD Income Data Form to access these free meals, they are encouraged to complete one to qualify for the additional benefits associated with this eligibility (P-EBT card, reduction in fees for bus passes, home internet access, utilities, and AP/SAT/PSAT testing). The FJUHSD Income Data form is in Data Confirmation or you can come into the office to pick up a hard copy. Please click the link below to read all of the benefits. We WILL be using the POS computer system. Students will sanitize their hands and then proceed thru service lines (speed lines or kiosks) as they have prior to COVID. They will make their food selections and then enter their student ID number into a pin pad to be processed. Breakfast will be served at the morning snack break and lunch at lunch break. We will not be selling any items a la carte.
Master Calendar for 2021-2022
We understand that planning is important for all of our Raider Families. We have included an academic calendar for the school year below. There will be additional extra-curricular events that are not included in the calendar below.
Bell Schedules for 2021-2022
What time does school end? What time does school begin? What time...? For answers to all of these questions, you will need a bell schedule. Please click any of the links below to access the various bell schedules that are reflected in the master calendar that you see above.
Progress Reports Are Coming
It seems as though the school year just started, but we only have five more school days before the window for Progress Reports opens. We hope that you have done or are doing everything that you can to help your grade.

Please keep in mind you can access grades all day, every day by clicking here: Aeries Parent Portal. If you have any trouble accessing your Aeries account, please contact Elizabeth Moreno or Monica Lopez.
College Colors Day
Save the Date
Traffic Flow for
Sonora High School
With 1700 students coming to campus, you may want to plan your drop-off/pick-up points for our campus. At each entrance, we will check temperatures and their Qualtrics for passive screening. Unless there is a special bell schedule, Zero Period begins at 7:00 and First Period will begin at 7:58 am and school will end at 2:58.
Athletics
Please click the link below for the schedule of our athletic events this week.
ATHLETIC CLEARANCE PROCESS

ALL Sports Including Cheer, Dance, JROTC & Band Must Register

1) Go to AthleticClearance.com
  • Create an account and complete all sections: Watch the video on by clicking here: AthleticClearance.com for detailed instructions.   
  • **Very Important** Choose “Sonora” (CIF-SS)” on the list and the School Year "2021/2022"

2) Print out Confirmation Page from AthleticClearance.com
  • Print & Fill Out (Both parent & student signature is required)
  • Please be advised that each sport/activity will require a separate confirmation page.
3) You must complete all 4 pages of the Physical Evaluation Forms 

  1. Print & Fill Out all 4 pages (Both Parent & Student signature is required)
  2. Pages 1-2 are filled out by the Parent(s) and Student 
  3. Page 3-4 MUST be COMPLETED, SIGNED, and DATED by PHYSICIAN. 
  • Only the Signature from an MD, DO or PA will be accepted. Signatures from Chiropractors and Nurse Practitioners are NOT accepted. 
  • NO PHOTOCOPIES will be accepted. 
  • Student's Physical & Physical Form Must be Completed After May 15th  

4) Athletic clearance paperwork will be collected by sport. Check with your coach to find out when your sport will be turning in their athletic clearance paperwork.  
 
5) Athletic Waivers
Athletic Waivers must be turned in with Athletic Clearance. View and download Waiver HERE
 
If you have questions, please contact Mr. Cazares at scazares@fjuhsd.org
Important Dates
Please click here for FJUHSD Important Dates:

Office Hours
Monday through Friday 6:45 am until 4:00 pm
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