Dear Sea King Families,

Last night, PVHS celebrated our Winter Formal at Peterson Automotive Museum. It was a beautiful venue for our annual formal event. There was so much for our Sea Kings to see and do at the museum. In addition to the amazing car exhibits, the event had activities such as driving simulators, game tables, food buffets, karaoke, candy and dessert buffets, and a 360 photo booth. I always love seeing our kids all dressed up and enjoying this event with friends. These are the moments that make for special high school memories.

I do want to take a moment to recognize and thank the PVHS teachers, staff, and volunteers that attended the event last night along with our administrative team. These types of activities would not happen if not for their dedication.

Chloe Schoefeld, Cynthia Mendicino, Allyson Klabe,

Shellie Parkinson, Ashley Brockman, Geraldine Machi,

Bob Watt, Elena Stewart, Greg Clark, Daniel Timmerman,

Olivia Carrasquillo, and Patty Camp

A special thank you goes out to our ASB students for their planning of the event. They are led by our ASB director, Jama Maxfield, who oversees the organization and details of these events, even riding our PVHS charter bus last night so we could provide transportation to our event. Mrs. Maxfield goes above and beyond for PVHS so if you see her on campus, please give her a thank you for all she does to make our kids' high school experience special.

I hope you enjoy your Sunday! See you tomorrow.

Sincerely,

Dr. Trista Ramirez 

Principal

Upcoming Week Bell Schedule

Monday, January 30th - B Day

Tuesday, January 31st - A Day

Wednesday, February 1st - Adj. Late Start B Day (schedule below)

Thursday, February 2nd - A Day

Friday, February 3rd - B Day

Please note: There is a special bell schedule on Wednesday as the PVHS staff will be getting CPR trained in the gym.

Bell Schedule for Wednesday, February 1st

Staff CPR Training 8:30am-10:30am

0 Period 10:35am - 11:00am

4th Period 11:05am - 12:15pm

5th Period 12:20pm - 1:30pm

LUNCH 1:30pm - 2:00pm

6th Period 2:05pm - 3:15pm  

PVHS Korean program, Mrs Chang’s class celebrated ‘Seolnal’, the Korean New Year’s Day (Lunar New Year) on January 20th. The students learned about ‘Seolnal’ and experienced Korean culture by eating ‘Tteokguk' (rice cake soup) and playing traditional board game ‘Yut Nori’. 

 새해 복 많이 받으세요! (Happy New Year!)

Emma Post and Marley, Equestrian Champions!

Sea King junior, Emma Post has had a remarkable year! Emma and her 13-year-old Hanoverian horse, Won Love, or Marley as he is known around the barn, have officially been named Horse of the Year by the United States Equestrian Association for 2022 in the 3’3” Large Junior Hunter U15 division. Emma and Marley have also been named the Horse of the Year by the USHJA for Zone 10, which includes California and Nevada.

Emma competed in California most of the year while also traveling to the Capital Challenge in Maryland, the Pennsylvania National Horse Show in Pennsylvania, and the National Horse Show in Kentucky. She finished her travels by winning the 3’3” Junior Hunter National Championship in Las Vegas at the USHJA National Championships in November. Throughout 2022, Emma competed in 20 shows with amazing consistency, from winning show Championship nine times and being Reserve Champion four times in her division. 

Emma is trained by Judy Martin here locally at Highland Farms at Palos Verdes Stables and with Michael and Christa Endicott of Pegasus Show Stables in Rancho Santa Fe, California.

Emma’s parents, John and Colleen are very proud of their daughter. John says, “Watching Emma ride is one of my favorite things. I love horses and the energy at horse shows. These horses are special, and they are truly amazing athletes. Marley and Emma have a very special bond, and we are very proud of them both.” Colleen says, “Emma is an eloquent rider. She makes it look so effortless, but it is really a lot of hard work, both physically and mentally.

PVHS is very proud of Emma and Marley as well!! Congratulations Emma!

2nd Semester Off-Campus Passes

Important Reminder for Parents: Only seniors are allowed to leave campus at lunch time. If your underclassman student does not have a class after lunch and you would like them to be able to leave campus during lunchtime, you must complete the following steps to apply for an off-campus pass.

Note: this is only required once per semester.

Step 1: Email Ms. Laird in the attendance office (LairdC@pvpusd.net) requesting a pass for your student. Please include your student's first and last name in the email, and which days(A Days or B Days) you are requesting a pass for. This email must be from a parent or guardian.

Step 2: Have your student stop by the attendance office to pick up his or her laminated off-campus pass.

• Note: It takes about about a week for the pass to be made and laminated

Off-Campus pass applications are due by THIS Friday, Feb 3rd.

COVID-19 UPDATE



The Los Angeles Department of Public Health updated COVID-19 Protocol for TK-12 Schools with the RECOMMENDATION that all individuals wear well-fitting masks with good filtration when they are in indoor public settings. It is particularly important and strongly recommended for individuals who are at risk for severe disease to wear a highly protective mask in the following settings: 

1. closed spaces with poor air flow 
2. crowded places with many people nearby, and 
3. close contact settings especially where people are talking (or breathing heavily) close together. 

Senior College Application Reminders

• Early Decision Reminder: If you applied for Early Decision and were accepted to your school, CONGRATULATIONS! You must withdraw all your other applications if you have not already done so. If you were denied admission from your ED school, your counselor is here help you regarding any questions or next steps you may have in your college application journey.

• Mid-Year Transcripts: Also known as the 7th Semester Transcript - Be sure you are checking your email and/or application portals to see if the schools you have applied to have requested that your counselor send a Mid-Year Transcript. This transcript includes grades from the fall semester of senior year. To order your mid-year transcript, please click the link below and follow the same steps as you did for ordering your initial transcript in the fall. If you have any questions or need help with this, please see your counselor.

https://pvpusdca.scriborder.com/applicationCurrent

• College Applications: If you are applying to any schools with regular decision deadlines, make sure to submit all materials on time! Application deadlines are firm! If you have any questions or need assistance with your applications, please reach out to your counselor. 

• SchooLinks: It is tremendously helpful and appreciated if you update your SchooLinks portal with the latest on your college application outcomes. Please log onto SchooLinks and indicate your school acceptances, denials, deferrals, or waitlists. If you have already committed to a school you will attend in Fall 2023, please indicate where you plan to enroll.

College & Career Center Updates & Events

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES and DEADLINES:

Please make note of the following DEADLINES through APRIL 1 noted in RED.

Click on the name of the scholarship for further information and to apply.

FEBRUARY 1 – CA STATE PTA ($500 - $1,000) – seniors only; state competition; must be a member of PVHS PTSA in good standing; no minimum GPA; focuses on a student’s volunteer service in the school and community. 

FEBRUARY 2 – SANDPIPERS SCHOLARSHIP (varies) - - seniors only; minimum unweighted GPA of 3.0; demonstrate financial need; actively involved in community service; scholarship RENEWABLE for each year in college.

FEBRUARY 6 - ELK’S LEGACY AWARD ($4,000) – seniors only; any child/grandchild of a living Elk who joined the order on or before April 1, 2020 is eligible to apply. Candidates who qualify are judged on knowledge, charity, community service, and integrity

FEBRUARY 23 - COOLIDGE SCHOLARSHIP (full-ride for college) – JUNIORS ONLY who plan to enroll in college in the fall 2024. It can be used by recipients at any accredited U.S. college or university. The main criterion is academic merit. Additionally, it seeks those who are interested in public policy; demonstrate an awareness of the values of President Coolidge; display a sense of service and care for the well-being of others.

FEBRUARY 23 – MARY P. WYATT SCHOLARSHIP ($877) – PVHS seniors only; min 3.0 GPA; demonstrates financial need; actively helps others.

FEBRUARY 28 – LOS ANGELES CHARITABLE FUND SCHOLARSHIP (Varies) – seniors only; must be a child of an active, retired service member or current or retired Dept. of Defense employee; awarded on academic performance, extracurricular activities, demonstrated leadership, and applicant’s character.

MARCH 1 – SONS OF ITALY SCHOLARSHIP ($500 - $5,000) – seniors only; must be wholly or partially of Italian Descent; selection based on scholastic record, activities evidencing leadership, financial need, written personal goals statement, essay of Italian Origin, and letters of recommendation. 

MARCH 10 – NATIONAL CHARITY LEAGUE STRIVE SCHOLARSHIP ($1,000 - $3,000) – - seniors only; awarded based on financial need, academic performance, and extracurricular activities including community service. Scholarship RENEWABLE for each year in college.

MARCH 15 – ELKS UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITES ($1,000 - $2,000) - to be eligible to apply, individuals must be a U.S. citizen; be a resident of CA or HI; have a physical impairment, neurological impairment, visual impairment, hearing impairment, and/or speech/language disorder; and be a senior in high school

MARCH 15 – HORATIO ALGER SCHOLARSHIP – JUNIORS ONLY who possess the character to succeed in life including integrity, determination and courage. Criteria include financial need, involvement in community service, GPA of 2.0 or above, be a US Citizen, and plan to attend a 2-year or 4-year college in the US.

MARCH 15 - CABRILLO CIVIC CLUBS OF CA ($500) - seniors only; must be of Portuguese descent; minimum weighted GPA of 3.5; participated in three extracurricular activities.

MARCH 16 – INTERNATIONAL LONGSHORE WARHEOUSE UNION SCHOLARSHIP ($500) - Three scholarships will be awarded to PVHS students; application includes an essay on labor leader Harry Bridges.

MARCH 16 – JACK & ELISA BAGDASAR MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($500) – awarded to a senior who demonstrates the ability and desire to be an elementary/middle/high school teacher.

MARCH 19 – PVP COUNCIL FOR PTAs SCHOLARSHIP ($1,000) - seniors only; MUST be a PTSA member and complete the essay question:  “Describe the role PTA has played in supporting and enriching you K-12 education.”

MARCH 23 – PV PENINSULA LIONS CLUB ($500 - $1,000) - seniors only; consideration will be given to academic achievement (min. GPA of 3.0), service to others, leadership, financial need and a strong desire/plan for further education/professional focus.

MARCH 24 – PANHELLENIC ALUMNAE SOUTH BAY HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP (varies) - awarded to female graduates of high schools in the South Bay who plan to attend a four-year institution where sororities are established; must have unweighted 3.5 GPA or higher. Will be judged on academic excellence, character, participation in school and community/cultural activities, and financial need. Once on their website, be sure to download the application for high school scholarship.

MARCH 24 – SUSAN PAVELKA SCHOLARSHIP FOR JOURNALISTIC EXECELLENCE ($500) - for a college-bound senior who has participated and excelled in PVHS journalism. Candidates are eligible to apply after fulfilling a minimum of two consecutive years as a leader/writer in one or more of these journalism programs: yearbook, literary magazine, newspaper, podcast or broadcast news.

MARCH 31 – RH/PV ALUMNAE CHAPTER OF DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY SCHOLARSHIP - for seniors who are of African-American ancestry and made a positive contribution to school/community. 

APRIL 1 – ITALIAN CATHOLIC FEDERATION FIRST YEAR SCHOLARSHIP ($400 - $2,500) – seniors only; must be of Italian ancestry and Roman Catholic; minimum unweighted GPA of 3.2; participation in extracurricular activities; financial need.

APRIL 1 – SOUTH BAY JAPANESE AMERICAN CITIZEN LEAGUE (Varies) Scholarships are open to all students of Japanese American ancestry residing in the South Bay JACL Chapter area and a member of the JACL. Students are required to fill out only one application for the scholarships listed below. The committee will select the recipients for each of the scholarships based upon the requirements:

• Kiichi Egashira Memorial Scholarship - for students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in physical and biological sciences, engineering/mathematics.
• Janice Kobata Zoeger Memorial Scholarship - for students in pursuit of a bachelor’s in any field of study relating to biological sciences, foreign and/or ancient language or business.
• Ernest K. Tsujimoto Memorial Scholarship - for students in pursuit of an undergraduate degree majoring in the STEM fields
• Gardena Valley Japanese American Citizens League Scholarship - for students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in any field of study.

Click on the name of the scholarship for further information and to apply.

Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

Young Entrepreneurs Academy - Starts February 2023

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MONDAY, JANUARY 30TH

LOOKING FOR YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS

The Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce is looking for motivated middle and high school students who are interested in starting their own business! The Chamber is continuing its innovative and highly acclaimed Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!), with a new session beginning in February 2023. Find all the information you need on our website, including the student application and Chamber CEO Eileen Hupp’s recorded Information Session detailing the entire program.

Do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns:

Eileen Hupp eileen@palosverdeschamber.com

Ann Sidler ann@palosverdeschamber.com

VOLUNTEER WITH PRESSFRIENDS

PressFriends is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) founded by two former PVPHS students in 2008, and student volunteers' mentor at local Title I elementary schools and help elementary students improve their writing skills. Since 2008, we have mentored over 6,000 underserved elementary students in Los Angeles County. Our student volunteers have gone on to Yale, Dartmouth, NYU, USC, UCLA, UC Berkeley, UCSB, Johns Hopkins, Chapman, and many more. If you want to make a difference, sign up here. 

In addition to our school and summer programs, we hold some large events. A fun upcoming event is USC Kids News, which is on Saturday, February 4. You must have gone through a new volunteer training to attend. This will be our sixth USC Kids News workshop but our first arts-focused workshop that is co-sponsored by PressFriends and USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism, USC Roski School of Art and Design, USC Kaufman School of Dance, and USC School of Cinematic Arts. We expect 250 Title I elementary students to attend. The workshop runs from 8:15 a.m. until 2:45 p.m. If you have any questions, please email debora@pressfriends.org. 

PVPUSD Parent/Student/Employee LCAP Survey

We Want To Hear From You!  

Annually, the District conducts a survey to gather information from a variety of educational partners regarding the PVPUSD learning environment that contributes to the production of high academic achievement levels for all students. 

This LCAP survey is anonymous, and the collective results will be shared during Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) meetings to guide local priority development, actions, expenditures, and services related to the conditions of learning, achievement outcomes, safety, and educational partner engagement. We value each respondent, and it is important that we get a representative sample from our community.

We have separated the surveys into categories which include Parent/Guardian, Employees (certificated and classified), Elementary Students (grades 3-5), and Secondary Students (grades 6-12). Please click on the link applicable to you to complete the survey(s) and/or to assist your student in completing the survey. Your responses will help guide the funding priorities for the Palos Verdes Peninsula School District. Surveys will close on January 23, 2023.

Parent Survey:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/B2SKY89

Elementary Student Survey (3rd-5th): https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XQQBB5L

Secondary Student Survey (6th-12th): https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XQWZVTH

PTSA News and Important Info

PTSA would like to extend a warm welcome to all Sea King families!

Click here to join!

Attend monthly meetings on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 9 am in the MPR. Each month you will hear from various speakers including our principal, Dr. Ramirez, PVPUSD Administration, PVPUSD School Board Members, and others on campus!

To provide feedback, please submit your questions/issues/suggestions here.

PVPUSD Student Board Policy Handbook

Please see the link below to the PVPUSD Student Board Policy Handbook. It is also located on the main district website under the Parent & Students tab. The handbook was updated in June 2022 and includes the pertinent and updated board policies related to students. 

Student Board Policy Handbook