A PLACE OF EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION
Thank You
Sonora Raiders
For many, this school year has gone by quickly, yet we have been through so much. Our theme for this school year was "Welcome Home". We all experienced Distance Learning, Hybrid Learning and there was a sense of uncertainty at the start of this year, yet here we stand at the last week of the school year ready to propel ourselves into the summer and into the 2022-23 School Year.

I do believe that we would not have been so successful without the interwoven fabric of our family. We were able to connect again. We had our respect for one another to bond and bring about the best possible results for our Raider Community.

Thank you, students, of the Sonora Raider Family. When we speak about our school being a place of Excellence in Education, we think about you. We think about all the skills, talents, and academic successes that you have experienced. We think about all that you contribute to make us great. Thank you for not letting anything dull your shine and for being the all-inclusive Sonora High School that is the pinnacle of excellence.

Thank you, parents, parental units, and guardians. You have shown unwavering dedication to our community. From the cheering in the athletic arenas to the phone calls, emails, and conferences/meetings that you have attended. Without this support, we would not be able to develop our students from a holistic approach and for that we are grateful.

Thank you to our Classified Staff for your faithfulness throughout this year. You have rolled out the red carpet to take care of all of our stakeholders. Without your work of excellency behind the scenes, our students and teachers would not be able to do what we do in the classrooms.

Last, but certainly, not least thank you certificated Sonora Raiders. You have counseled, you have coached, and you have put in hours of preparation that nobody could imagine just so that our students could learn skills and talents that bring out the excellence in them. At the end of the day, students may not remember that certain fact or the answer to that math equation, but they will remember how you made them feel. Thank you for giving them some of their most memorable moments in life.

Thank you all for a great school year. We are saddened to see our seniors go, excited to see our Freshmen come in, and eagerly anticipating the journey that next school year will unveil. The best is yet to come. Hold on tight!! Have a great summer everyone. Remember if there is anything that you need, please do not hesitate to let us know. We are here for you.
Rotary Student of the Month
The La Habra Rotary and Sonora High School would like to recognize, Julian Atari as our top academic student.

Joey is a Sonora Senior with a 4.9 GPA in some of our most rigorous classes. It was great to sit down and get to know Julian a little better. Julian came to Sonora starting his Junior Year. He said that he wanted to get into higher-level classes with IB and the kindness shown by the counselors and teachers. Julian has done several student-driven tours and in each of them, he tells people that Sonora High is a welcoming place.

For as long as Julian can remember he loved watching things he creates come to life. This may have started with his love for legos or the game, Minecraft. This love has transitioned to his 2006 Ford Mustang. I remember walking into Julian's physics class and he was telling his classmates about how he replaced the gearshift in the car and temporarily you could see the road from sitting in the car. Julian has used his 3D printer to make a drain plug for his radiator that had fallen off.
Julian has a love for cars that comes from his dad who is a director of project planning for Izusu. His dad is his hero because of his work ethic and everything that he has gone through in life to be successful. He traveled to America from Japan and learned the English Language while living in Detroit in the 90s. His dad went back to Japan and came back to the States in Indiana. While at a sushi restaurant in the middle of Indiana, dad fell in love with his waitress, and Julian’s mom. A little unknown fact about Julian is that in his free time he loves to play the guitar and listen to his favorite band, for all of you who like ’80s rock and roll is, Pink Floyd. His favorite song is Shameless the Dog. David Gilmore is his favorite guitarist in the song. 

Julian is headed toward UC Berkeley where he will major in architecture. 

We wish you all the best Julian!!
Helpful Links
Superintendent News
As the formal school year comes to a close and with the beginning of the Summer Session nearly upon us, we wanted to remind all staff, students and families that the District remains under the Goevernors’ Public Health Order. This Order requires all staff members to either show proof of full vaccination status or to test on a weekly basis. The Order also extends into the Summer Session, so all staff who are working during the Summer Session or who are year-round staff, that are required to test weekly, will continue to do during the Summer Session.     

The District also remains under AB86 which regulates that districts notify the local health jurisdictions of positive cases. The District works with site administration and the Orange County Health Care Agency (OCHCA) with notification and monitoring that current protocols are being met. While contract tracing is no longer required, known positive cases are reported to the OCHCA and any recommended action or protocols are followed. The District will continue to adhere to this practice during the Summer Session.
  
It is important to note that during the remainder of the school year and for the duration of the Summer Session. Exposed students are STRONGLY recommended to mask following the 10 days from their exposure date. It is also important to note that Exposed Staff are required to mask following the 10 days from their exposure date. 

Thank you for your continued partnership. We hope everyone has a close to our school year, our senior families have wonderful celebrations, and for those taking summer school, we will see you soon!
F.A.C.E. Program
Our Functional Academic and Community Education Department was able to enjoy a day at the park. Please let these faces bring a smile to your face today. #iamsonora
Class of 2022
Seniors, we have a special week planned just for you. Please check out the information below for a list of our events that will culminate with our commencement ceremony. Please join us in these celebratory events.
Senior Sunset
Here are a few pictures from our Senior Sunset. Senior Sunset was held this past Tuesday evening. We had cornhole, basketball, volleyball, and ping-pong. We also provided pizza and snacks and drinks provided by our PTSA.

This was a fun way for seniors to be together and celebrate before graduation and summer. At the beginning of the year, we held senior sunrise to symbolize the beginning of their senior year, and the senior sunset is to watch the sunset together symbolizing the end of their senior year.

At graduation everyone is running around stressed and getting pictures with their family, this is a great way to celebrate with their classmates in a casual environment and just relax and have fun! It was a graduation party for the whole class.
Seniors Back to Washington MS
Six members of our Class of 2022 went back to their middle school, Washington Middle School, to share their high school experience and help make the transition to high school even smoother for any incoming student.

Thank you, Jullie, Michael, Martiza, Maria, Yvette, and Ariana!! 
Senior Awards Night
Thursday night we celebrated the achievements of our students and the culmination of their four years of hard work and dedication. We are so proud of each and every one of our Seniors and we feel so fortunate to have been a part of their journey. We believe that each of our Raiders have a future and it looks bright for all of them! As I shared, get as much education as you can. Do not let your journey stop here.
Attendance News
We are launching an additional way to clear ALL DAY absences using a Google Form. The link will be posted on our website Attendance Policies page.

 Information reported will be verified. You will receive an email to let you know that the absence has been cleared or if additional information is required. If you have any questions, please contact Jina Jackson at jjackson@fjuhsd.org.
Summer English News
Summer Math News
If you would like to stay current or become better equipped for math next year, then please see the flyer below.
Sports News
Every day is an opportunity to improve and evaluate progress. So great to see the boys out on the field and competing. Keep working hard…your effort does not go unnoticed. We look forward to what the future has in store for our Sonora Raider Football Team.
Please click the picture for more information.
Sonora Goes to College
 Congratulations to Zeph Rico who has been accepted to Barton College Bulldogs in Wilson, North Carolina as an NCAA DII Men's soccer athlete.

We are so proud of you Zeph!
Summer School Begins
Our 2022 summer school dates were approved by the Board at the February 8, 2022 Board meeting.

Please click the picture above to view all sessions and dates. For more information, please contact your counselor.
Finals Schedule
2022-2023 School Year
Please see the Sonora High School Bell Schedule for next year. The school year will begin on August 15, 2022.
Please see our tentative school-year calendar below. These dates are subject to change.
Please click the picture below for additional information on how to obtain a work permit.
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 for 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.
Community News
This section is dedicated to general Orange County/La Habra information that may apply to our students and families.


Please click the pictures below to visit websites/documents for more information.
Sonora High School helped start this year's Citrus Fair. Thank you to all of the students and advisors for representing Sonora High School in the City of La Habra so well.
Please click the pictures below for more information.
Access Your Grades
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.
Academic Supports
We encourage our students to use any of the following academic interventions to support their learning while at SOHS. We want you to stay connected to your learning.
Please click the picture below for a listing of scholarships available.
Please click the picture below to read more information.
Please click the flyers below for more information. If you have any questions, then please email ajpathwayprogram@fullcoll.edu
Athletics
Congratulations to our Softball team. They made it to the second round of CIF. We could not be more proud of you and your coaches. Thank you for a well-played season.
ATHLETIC CLEARANCE PROCESS

ALL Sports Including Cheer, Dance, JROTC & Band Must Register
1) Go to AthleticClearance.com
  • Please use the following Handout to help guide you through the Athletic Clearance process
  • Create an account and complete all sections: Watch the VIDEO for detailed instructions
  • **Very Important** Choose “Sonora” (CIF-SS)” on the list and the School Year "2022/2023"
2) Print out the 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 a 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  
 
Athletic Clearance paperwork must be returned to Mr. Mike Lee, APSA. Please submit your completed Athletic Clearance Forms, all 4 pages, plus the AthleticClearance.com Confirmation Page(s) for each sport you intend to participate in for the 2022/23 academic school year. 
 
If you have questions, please contact Mr. Lee, Assistant Principal, at mlee@fjuhsd.org
Important Dates
Please click here for FJUHSD Important Dates:

May 30, 2022: Memorial Day (No School)

June 2, 2022, at 6:00 pm
(Graduation)

August 15, 2022: First Day of School


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

Summer Office Hours
Monday through Thursday 7:00 am until 4:00 pm
Quote of the Week