GANESHA PARENT NEWSLETTER
BACK TO SCHOOL - AUGUST 2023
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Welcome to Ganesha High School, Home of the Giants! Established in 1958, Ganesha is a school founded on the traditions of student and community connections and academic excellence. Ganesha will celebrate 65 years this school year. We look forward to celebrating all of the great GIANTS that have been a part of the history, and the new and current GIANTS, that are achieving greatness.
Ganesh High School’s goal is to get all students connected. Together, we are a part of something much larger - we are all GIANTS!
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Students have many choices on where you can get involved with academics, activities, college dual enrollment, clubs, extra-curriculars, and many other opportunities through the campus and community. While at Ganesha High School, teachers and staff will not only care about your academic achievement but also for you as an individual. We are committed to engage you in learning while promoting a classroom environment of mutual respect. We also connect through forming relationships with other students and teachers. As GIANTS, we value Great Communicators, High Achievers, and Social Responsible Citizens, which make up our GIANT Way.
Ganesha Giants embrace the challenges of the 21st Century by offering you curriculum that includes cutting edge technology and a connection to the traditions of our past. I look forward to working with you as we continue to make Ganesha High School the best high school in Pomona.
Welcome to Ganesha High School – Go GIANTS!
Best Regards,
Joseph Biagioni
Principal, Ganesha High School
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IMPORTANT DATES
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August 14: School begins - Shortened day for all students
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September 4: Labor Day - No School
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September 6: Minimum day for students
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September 7: Coffee with School Leaders
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September 12: Student free day
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September 13: Back to school night
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September 25: SSC Meeting
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September 28: ELAC/SAC Meeting
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August 14: Mini Rally/ Activities
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August 18: Senior Sunrise/Breakfast
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August 21-25: Spirit Week
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August 21: Class Colors
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August 22: Drip Day
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August 23: BBQ Dad or Soccer Mom
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August 24: "Mamba Mentality" Jersey Day
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August 25: Welcome Back/Fall Sports Rally
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SCHOOL COUNSELORS
The Ganesha High School Counselors implement the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) Mindsets and Behaviors in a comprehensive school counseling program. Through data-driven and evidence-based targeted interventions, the School Counselors strive for all students to gain the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed for academic success, college and career readiness, and social/emotional development.
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The Counseling Team
Mr. Koch
Room 44
Ms. Magallon
Room 44
Mrs. Escalara
Room 43
Mrs. Acevedo
Room 43
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COORDINATION OF SERVICES TEAM (COST) |
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The Ganesha Coordination of Services Team is a Tier II intervention that supports the needs of students and the school overall. The COST refers students to resources, interventions, and support student's academic success and healthy development. If your child is in need of support, please complete the online COST Referral by clicking on the button below. |
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COMMUNITY SCHOOLS INITIATIVE
Ganesha High School has partnered with the Los Angeles County Office of Education to implement the Community Schools Initiative. This Community School strategy meets the needs of students and families by bringing community agencies, partnerships and resources into the school for accessibility and utilization by all. Through this initiative, we aim to improve student outcomes and strengthen community partnerships.
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The Community Schools Team
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Teresa Murillo, Community Schools Specialist
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Heidi Garcia, Educational Community Worker
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Sara Puma, School Social Worker
Location: Community Center (Room 42)
Phone: (909)397-4400 Ext. 30150 or 30042
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The community school team can connect students and families to school and community resources, mental health, health care, basic needs, and other types of support. If you are a student and/or parent in need of resources, we encourage you to stop by the Community Center (Room 42) or give us a call.
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RESOURCE CENTER
- College Intern Tutors are available to assist Ganesha students with homework, classwork, projects and test preps in all subjects.
- Teachers must complete a request for students who are in need of support services (Academic or Mental Health) before they can be seen in the RC
- We will have a Reward System created for students to earn points when they visit the Resource Center & complete supplemental work.
- Students will be rewarded with different prizes.
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Tutoring Services are held in Room 22
-Lunch Time
-3:30PM-4:30PM
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Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Lunch Time
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For more information contact:
YoungJi Lee, Intervention Teacher
- youngji.lee@pusd.org
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Ext. 30022
Erin Lariviere, Resource Teacher
- Erin.Lariviere@pusd.org
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Ext. 30154
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PARENT INVOLVEMENT MEETINGS |
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Please join us IN PERSON this year for all of our Parent Involvement Meetings:
SAC/ELAC
Coffee with School Leaders
School Site Council
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Do you want to be a Parent Ambassador?
We are proud to be launching our first ever Parent Ambassador Program. This will provide parents and guardians of Ganesha High School an opportunity to develop leadership and advocacy skills while supporting parent engagement and the academic success of Giant scholars. The ambassadors program enhances the skills, knowledge, and confidence of parents necessary to create meaningful change in their schools and community.
If you are interested in finding out more, please contact Heidi Garcia, at (909)397-4400 Ext. 30150
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HAYNES FAMILY OF PROGRAMS |
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Help your child succeed in High School
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Communicate with the school: Stay connected with your child's teachers and school staff
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Make school attendance a priority: Talk to your teen about the importance of attending school daily
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Help your child stay healthy and engaged: Make sure your teen wears a mask to school
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