Homecoming

It's Homecoming Week!

Here is all the information you need to know about Homecoming festivities.

Homecoming dance tickets will be for sale September 18 through September 27 on the Cal High Webstore

• Tickets will be $30 with ASB, and $35 without ASB

50th Anniversary Edition of the Cal High Yearbook

Purchasing a yearbook: August 31st was the last day to purchase the ASB package. A Yearbook Only option will be available on Future Fund for $140 between September 1st and January 9th, 2024. After January 10th, Ms. Brindley must have a final count for the yearbook order and will be selling yearbooks for cash or check only in WL-1 until all the ordered yearbooks have been sold. The past two years we have sold out the yearbooks, so please DO NOT WAIT to purchase a yearbook.

Seniors!!!: Make sure you are included in the yearbook. Please refer to this letter for important Senior due dates and links concerning Portraits (Nov 9th is new last day), ads, quotes, and superlatives. 

If you have any other yearbook-related questions, please feel free to contact Ms. Brindley via email (jbrindl@srvusd.net). 

Come for the Run and Stay for the Fun!

PTSA Membership

We would love to see your support of the Cal High PTSA by becoming a member. This can be done on the Future fund registration platform, and also by sending us a check. Parent membership is $16, Students $10 and Cal High Teachers/Staff $8. Donations to PTSA can also be done by check if you want to avoid the platform fee of FF. The check can be send to the PTSA mailbox in school, 9870 Broadmoor Drive, San Ramon 94583. We truly appreciate your support and time.

Cal High PTSA Open Positions

The PTSA has several open volunteer positions. Please help us fill roles such as 2nd Legislation VP, Run for Education, Reflections and Memory Brick. Contact Colleen at Calhighptsa@gmail.com for more information. We will also have updated details on our PTSA website about committee and programs.

CALLING ALL ARTISTS!!

Don't miss out on this year's Art Reflections contest.  

Deadline for all entry forms: Friday, October 13th

[All physical art (visual art category pieces) must be brought to the front office by the 13^th]

Contact Melanie James at calhighartreflections@gmail for questions regarding this.

Student Entry Form Link

Dates to remember:

Art Reflections Showcase and Awards Ceremony:

Friday, December 1^st Cal High Theater, 6pm-9pm

There are 6 different categories for students to participate in – and they may participate in more than one category – but must fill out a separate google form for each entry.

Here are the categories:

• Dance Choreography
• Film Production
• Music Composition
• Literature
• Photography
• Visual Arts

We are hopeful to have a full house this year at our showcase and awards ceremony, so start creating today – this is your chance to shine! The theme is: I Am Hopeful Because…

Click on this link for Rules and Guidelines for each category.

Click on this link for general Art Reflections Information.

Sincerely,

Melanie and Zenobia

Memory Bricks

Don't miss your chance to give your student a permanent memory of their time at Cal High. Purchase a Memory Brick Today!

Memory Bricks are placed on the patio outside the administration building for all to see. By purchasing a Memory Brick, your student will be a part of California High School forever! Open to students in all grades.

Interested?  CLICK HERE to purchase a Memory Brick.

Questions? Please contact us @ calhighmemorybricks@gmail.com

Advocacy Day on October 27th

We've all recently faced many challenges in our schools and communities. Recognizing that, our focus this year will be to put children and families first by encouraging connection, community, and civility. We are hoping to help our families and schools come together so we can all help our children thrive. Because after all...It's about the kids.

Tentative Agenda for Advocacy Day 2023: 

* Continental Breakfast

* Keynote Speaker

* Superintendents Panel 

* Lunch included

* "Boots On The Ground" Panel featuring

teachers, students & parents 

* Mental Health Panel featuring school counselors and health professionals

* Call To Action Information & Activities

Please join parents, students, educators, and community members as we explore developing connection and community to help our kids thrive.

For more information and to register for Advocacy Day, go to  https://www.srvcouncilpta.org/advocacy-day. We hope you will join us for this informative event for the benefit of all our kids and families.

Men's Basketball

Open gym will start August 21st in the old gym.

Mondays and Wednesdays 8:00 PM- 9:30 PM

Tuesdays and Thursdays 7:00- 9:30 PM

For more information contact

Varsity Head Coach Steve Ohlmeyer (925) 570-5330

sohlmeyer@srvusd.net

Wrestling

Open mats start Tuesday, August 22. Open mat is open to all Cal High Students

Open Mats are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 - 7:00 PM

For more information contact Head Coach Bobby Rios - (bobby.rios@gmail.com)

The purpose of the California High School Education Fund/Academic Boosters is to raise money to enhance learning at California High School. Our fundraising activities are managed by Cal High Parents and we support all students, at all grade levels, and at all levels of academic performance.

Donation to Cal High Ed Fund / Academic Boosters

Your contribution directly supports many academic programs at Cal High. Currently we are still taking donations. Please visit Cal High Store to contribute

Corporate Matching Fund

We benefit greatly from  Corporate  Matching Funds! 

Please check out the Corporate Matching information page for more details regarding how to take advantage of the program. 

Email us at california.edfund@srvef.org after donating online to give us your employer’s information. We have a dedicated director for Corporate Match to help submit matching funds requests.

PSAT Testing Volunteer 

The Academic Boosters is in need of 10 volunteers to help out with PSAT Testing event on Saturday morning 10/14/2023. Signup if you are available to help.

Want to Get Involved?

Email us. We still have option positions:

Academic Award Chair, Senior Award Chair (non-senior parents/guardians)

Upcoming Booster Meeting:

Monday, October 23 at 5:30pm Zoom

Please visit the Cal High Education Fund/Academic Boosters website for the latest information.

Email: california.edfund@srvef.org

Thanks,

Lei Yang - Cal High Academic Boosters President

CHS Instrumental Music Boosters is a non-profit organization that fundraises to support the Instrumental Music Program at Cal High.

Upcoming Booster Meeting:

Thursday, October 19 at 7pm - Band Room 

(3rd Thursday of the month)

Booster Meetings are open to everyone interested in learning the details of the Boosters' activities or the wide array of opportunities to help the Instrumental Music Program. Please join our efforts to keep our program running.

Marching Ensemble News:

• Sign Up Genius for Marching Ensemble Events. Your volunteerism is much appreciated!
• 99 Pledges Fundraiser for Marching Band & Color Guard. Donations are vital to every aspect of our Marching Ensemble and fully tax deductible. Thank you for your support!
• Upcoming Marching Ensemble performances:
• Friday, September 29 - Homecoming Parade and Football Game v. Granada

CHS 50th Anniversary & Homecoming Alumni Potluck (9/29- 4:30pm @ Band Room):

As Cal High celebrates its 50th anniversary, the Cal High Marching Band and Color Guard are inviting alumni to join us in performing Big C (our fight song) at the homecoming game on September 29th at 6:45pm. We will be having a small potluck of refreshments outside the music room at 4:30pm before having a short rehearsal at 5:30pm. Please fill out this Google Form to RSVP.  

We look forward to seeing you there! Please note that we have a limited number of instruments and equipment that can be loaned (flags, marching drums, etc.). 

Instrumental Music Fundraiser:

Please help support CHS Instrumental Music Program and leave the cooking to Mendocino Farms at City Center on Tuesday, September 26, 2pm-Close. Promo code: GIVEBACK

See flyer for details.

Website: www.calhighmusic.org

Email: calhighbandboosterprez@gmail.com

Drama Boosters

Are you interested in theater? Is your child in drama? If so, come to the next Drama Booster meeting!

Next Drama Boosters Meeting (Adults) – Thursday, October 5th at 7pm in FA 106

Next Drama Club Meeting (Students) – Tuesday, September 26 during lunch in FA 106

If you would like more information please:

• Email us at grizzlydramaboosters@gmail.com 
• Visit the Cal High Drama website at http://www.chsdrama.org/
• Follow Cal High Drama Club on Instagram at @calhigh.drama
• Follow Drama Boosters on Instagram at @calhighdramaboosters

The Zen Den

Parents, if you want to keep up on what is happening in the Zen Den - our wellness program at Cal High, check out our monthly newsletter Zen Den Presents - for parents, or visit our Zen Den website. 

African American Scholars Project (AASP)

We are excited to bring back the African American Scholars Project (AASP) this school year. AASP was designed in 2016 to provide Black/African American students with a safe space to talk about their social and emotional well-being in school and in their community. The program saw great success in access to school and college-readiness, and a connection to the school community. 

The African American Scholars Project (AASP) focuses on uplifting and empowering Black students, by building community and providing the tools necessary for self advocacy in schools and beyond. The goals of AASP will always be centered in the liberation of Black voices.

Workshop topics for AASP include:  

• Storytelling in the Black Community
• Mental Health & Wellness
• Career & Entrepreneurship
• Holistic College Prep
• Activism & Social Justice
• Black Art & Artists

Beginning the Week of September 18th, students will join our partners in this work, Project Sankofa. As a part of this series, the facilitators of AASP will use their vast network to bring in panelists, special guest speakers, and local alumni who are making an impact in our society. They will also facilitate activities to help students build community and networks. Finally, they will provide resources to help students prepare for life beyond high school both academically and socially. 

California High School

Tuesdays from 9:45-10:45am, Room P3

School Contact: Trisha Gonzales-Waters, Liaison, tgonzaleswaters@srvusd.net

Your student will be invited to join AASP and given an excused absence, if they decide to attend.  Participating students will need to communicate with their teacher to make-up any work missed from class. Check out the AASP flyer here. Interested students can register via this link.

We are excited to host AASP in San Ramon Valley Unified School District, as we know the importance of community and network for our students is imperative. AASP will meet every other week. Click here to view the AASP calendar. If you have any questions about AASP, please feel free to reach out to Gertrude Jenkins at gjenkins@projectsankofa.org. 

San Francisco Giants School Fundraising Offer

Support your school by joining the Giants at Oracle Park for one of the available fundraising games. We have three more games remaining in the season to purchase tickets and raise funds!

$5 of every ticket purchased will go directly back to your school!

School Promo Code: California

Additionally, Educator Appreciation Night is right around the corner! If your teacher and staff community want to be celebrated at Oracle Park, please see below for further information:

• Friday, September 29 vs LA Dodgers at 7:15 pm
• Giveaway item: Giants/Educator themed block calendar
• Tickets range in price from $39 (VRLF) - $173 (Premium LB)

Use this link to order tickets.