Hello Lions,

Today marks the end of week ten and we have completed the first quarter of the 2022-2023 school year. It sounds like such a cliche, but the time really did fly! First-quarter grades will go out to families next week. For La Sierra, these are progress reports to inform students where they are at the halfway point of the semester. For La Vista, these are the final grades that will go on students' transcripts. For thirteen of our students, today is graduation day.

Congratulations Graduates!

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. The La Vista/La Sierra ASB organized a Pink Out Day on Wednesday. Students and staff wore pink, Academy classes made posters, and ASB passed out pink ribbon pins.

The Great ShakeOut

Safety is one of the top priorities of La Vista/La Sierra High School. On Thursday, we put that priority into action by participating in the Great ShakeOut. All staff members and students practiced "Dropping, Taking Cover, and Holding On" during a simulated earthquake (see the picture above) followed by a schoolwide evacuation (see picture below) to the football field. Once on the field, the staff deployed into emergency teams. The students did a great job and we are using what we learned from the ShakeOut to improve our safety procedures moving forward.

Adult Transition Program News

Brad Clark from the BC Adaptive Fitness Agency visited the Adult Transition Students this week with his fitness support dog, Remington. BC Adaptive Fitness helps individuals of all abilities maximize their fitness and nutrition potential. The ATP students felt inspired by the presentation and everybody loved Remington!

Fullerton Sunrise Rotary Student of the Month

On Thursday, La Vista High School junior, Mya Osorio, was celebrated as the Fullerton Sunrise Rotary student of the month. She was presented by her math teacher, Dr. Al Rabanera. Dr. Rabanera nominated Mya for this award because of her thoughtful participation in class activities and discussions, her perfect attendance, and her excellent grades - she has straight A's this quarter! Fullerton Joint Union High School Superintendent, Dr. Steve McLaughlin, was the guest speaker at the Fullerton Sunrise Rotary meeting so he was able to congratulate Mya and her family in person.

Have a wonderful weekend, Lions. You've earned it!

Roar!

Sandi Layana, Principal

La Vista/La Sierra High Schools

Lions Weekly Roar Video

Please come by the Counseling Department to pick up your permission slip and return it by October 24,2022 (Monday)

AERIES TIP OF THE MONTH

ELAC Spanish Translation - Meeting Schedule

Morning Bus Schedule - Pick Up

Afternoon Bus Schedule - Release

For the 2022-23 school year, FJUHSD was approved to implement Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) at Buena Park, Fullerton Union, La Habra, and La Vista High Schools. Parents with students who attend these schools will not be required to complete a lunch application form. Conversely, FJUHSD was not approved for CEP for Sunny Hills, Sonora, and Troy High Schools. While meals will continue to be served to students at no cost at non-CEP schools, the District will be encouraging parents who may qualify for free and reduced meals to complete a 2022-23 lunch application. The District Food Services team is here to support. Please contact us for questions or assistance at (714) 870-2820 or by email at foodservices@fjuhsd.org.

Virtual College & Career Center

Parent / Guardian Notification Letter for Health Instruction

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Dear FJUHSD Families,

This past year may have presented a variety of difficulties for students and their families. Some of us, including our students, are experiencing fatigue in response to the pandemic and other factors. Some students are disconnecting (or disengaging) and may find it hard to motivate ourselves and engage in school. Before the pandemic, one in four may have needed help maintaining our mental health. Those numbers are on the rise and reaching higher levels due to limited in-person connections to people, places, and things that help us stay healthy.

As our district works in accordance with state and local guidelines to safely reopen campuses we know that the process is challenging and many in our community are in need of help.

If a student or family member is in need of support or are worried about a loved one, Care Solace can help students and their families find mental health and substance use treatment options matched to your needs regardless of the circumstance.

FJUHSD students, staff, and families can use Care Solace at no charge to them. Care Solace’s team is available 24/7 and can support students and families in any language.

If you would like to use Care Solace to help find a provider

Call 888-515-0595. Access Care Solace 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Visit https://www.caresolace.com/site/fjuhsdfamilies/ and either search on your own, OR click “Book Appointment” for assistance by video chat, email, or phone.