GENERAL
FEED THE STUDENTS
Now through winter break, the cafeteria is offering curbside pickup for a FREE breakfast and lunch every school day from 7:30 am to 1:00 pm. Come to the Gate 3 entrance before Basswood where the line forms outside the gym. This program is open to any student 18 and under and recipients do not need to be enrolled in PVPUSD. No pre-order required. All meals include an entrée, choice of milk and seasonal fruit and vegetables. Menus are at pvpusdschoolnutrition.net.
AGENDA BOOKS
If you haven't picked up your agenda book or one was missing from your Spirit Pack, come to the Main Office during school hours to pick one up. Agenda books are also available for sale at $10 each (check or exact change cash).
SPIRIT PACKS
If you were unable to make the Spirit Pack pickup last week, there will be one makeup session on Wednesday, Oct. 7 from noon to 3:00 pm at the ASB office (P115). This is NOT a drive through pickup. You must park and walk to the ASB office. Make sure you are wearing a mask and observe social distancing. Spirit wear will also be available for purchase at the same time, cash or check only.
STUDENT MOCK ELECTIONS
Participate in the student mock elections and let your voice be heard. Download the voter information guide here and the mock election will be held via your cell phone during social studies classes TOMORROW, Oct. 6. Students will vote for president, congress member, assembly member, and PVPUSD school board as well as four propositions. Organized by the PTSA legislation and advocacy team, the mock election is part of a statewide effort to foster civic engagement.
SENIOR PHOTOS
PSS Imaging will be on campus now through Thursday, Oct. 8 to photograph those seniors who have made an appointment. Contact PSS Imaging at (714) 630-7785 or (714) 822-5412 to schedule an appointment. Don't delay-after Oct. 8, you have to go to the studio in Anaheim for pictures.
PTSA FUNDRAISER
Satisfy your seafood craving and help out our PTSA at the same time. Come to the San Pedro Fish Market in the Peninsula Center this Wednesday, Oct. 7 between 11:00 am and 8:00 pm, mention that you are a supporter of Pen's PTSA (or download the flyer here) and 15% of your order amount goes to the PTSA. Everyone wins!
SNHS
Any juniors or seniors interested in joining the Science National Honor Society, fill out the application here by Friday, Oct. 9 to secure a spot.
COUNSELING
LETTERS OF REC
Seniors-the last day to request a letter of recommendation from your counselor is TODAY by 3:00 pm.
NEED TO TALK?
If you want to speak to one of our Student Support Specialists/Sage, go to Pen's website (pvphs.pvpusd.net) where there is a link under Panther Picks. You may also find out more on the counseling page on the website.
STUDENT TUTORS NEEDED
You can help PVPUSD students with their academic hurdles and earn money at the same time. Fill out the form on the Counseling page of Pen's website. There will be a tutor list here at Pen and it will also be provided to other schools in the District as well.
COLLEGE CAREER CENTER
VIRTUAL COLLEGE REP VISITS
The CCC has scheduled virtual college visits through November. Two to three schools will be combined per visit and all meetings are in conjunction with PVHS. You must register on Naviance by 3:00 pm the before the event in order to attend. Teacher permission for visits scheduled during class time must be obtained by the Friday before the visit. Included in this week's visits are Bard; Butler; NYU; Stevens Institute of Tech; Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Notre Dame; Northwestern, Southern Methodist University; Arizona State University; and University of Oregon. The complete schedule and instructions are on Naviance or click here.
CLUBS
MATH TEAM
Mark your calendars for the next general meeting of the Math Team TOMORROW, Oct. 6 at lunch. If you would like to join or have any questions, email [email protected].
ATHLETICS
TRAINING SESSIONS
Limited training sessions will begin this week for many athletic programs. These sessions are voluntary and participation does not mean that you made the team. Prior to participating, student athletes must do the following:
- Athletic Clearance
- Complete the online forms and clearance process by clicking here. Print the certificate of completion and bring it to school along with your original, signed physical to the health office between 8:00 am and 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday
- Complete the PVPUSD participation waiver here
- Upon arriving on campus, enter from the SMERT parking gate (Entrance 4). Students must complete each day and be prepared to show the Covid-19 screening you may access here. Then go to your designated practice area.
PROTOCOLS FOR STAYING SAFE
- Training sessions operate in compliance with current LA County Department of Public Health Guidelines
- Parents drop off students at Entrance 4 (SMERT gate)
- Athletes must wear face coverings at all times except for heavy exertion. This includes walking to the practice field or back to your car.
- No sharing of personal equipment.
- Bring your own water bottles and gear
- No locker room access. Limited bathroom access.
- Do not congregate. No gathering before or after practice.
- Minimum 6 feet distance between individuals.
- No parents or outside visitors on campus or at practices
- Do not come to practice if you are not feeling well or have been around someone who is not feeling well
Practices may begin as early as Wednesday, Oct. 7. If you have specific questions about a sport or practice time, contact the coach directly.
