The Friday Forecast
The Week Of January 2-6, 2023
Cheers to the End of the Semester: Wishing You All A Restful Winter Break!
When the final bell rang yesterday to end our semester, the Walnut High Community Club passed out hot chocolate to all of our students as they exited campus and into the break!
We wanted to send a heartfelt THANK YOU to our parents as we close out the first semester of the 2022-2023 school year. Walnut High School is a special place because of the hard work, dedication, time, and effort our staff and parents put in behind the scenes to make our students successful. We hope you take these next two weeks to unwind, rest, recharge, and find renewal as we head into the second semester.
IMPORTANT EVENTS December 12-December 16, 2022
DECEMBER 16 - JANUARY 3
MONDAY - JANUARY 2
TUESDAY - JANUARY 3
WEDNESDAY - JANUARY 4
THURSDAY - JANUARY 5
- *Periods 1-6 REGULAR SCHEDULE - 8:30 am-3:25 pm
FRIDAY - JANUARY 6
- *Periods 1-6 REGULAR SCHEDULE - 8:30 am-3:25 pm
January 4th: Collaboration Schedule
We come back from Winter Break mid-week, so to keep instructional minutes consistent, we will have a 1-6 collaboration day on Wednesday, January 4. January 5 and 6 will be a Regular 1-6 day.
Hot Off the Press: The Hoofprint Issue #3
Issue 3 of The Hoofprint is out now. We are pleased to share our third issue of the school year. Thank you to all those who allowed students to be interviewed, passed out appointment cards, shared our surveys with students or were interviewed yourselves. We appreciate your support very much!
Welcome Jennifer Yi!
Please join us in welcoming Jennifer Yi to Walnut High School! She will cover for Sonia Nunez while on maternity leave (10th-grade Lu-Z).
Jennifer, (Jenn) attended WVUSD schools as a student, is a parent of three WVUSD students, and has been an Ed Specialist in the district for 15 years (5 years at South Pointe/10 years at Walnut Elementary).
She is familiar with the GLC role with recent intern experience at the high school level.
Girls in Future Technologies Event
On December 14, the Women of AT&T held an event for our Mustang students geared towards empowering women to pursue a career in the STEM Industry.
Multiple guest speakers shared their experiences and empowered our Mustangs as they begin to think about their future.
Multiple raffle prizes were given out, including a Nintendo Switch and AirPods. Each student left with a swag bag and had the opportunity to network with leaders in the STEM industry.
A big shoutout to Adrienne Atkins and Marta Dibell for planning the event for our students!
Korean American Parent Association, Walnut High Community Club AND Latinx Parent Alliance Help Staff Finish Strong!
This week, our parent groups supported our staff and helped them get to the finish line! On Monday, Walnut High Community Club created a charcuterie spread for our staff to enjoy. Tuesday, the Korean American Parent Association held a Holiday Luncheon for our staff. There On Wednesday, our Latinx Parent Alliance served tacos, rice, beans, and refreshments. Thank you for taking care of our staff!
Students Spread Holiday Cheer
Thank you to our student clubs, Hands 4 Hope and WHS Care and Connect Club, for spreading Holiday cheer! They handmade Christmas cards for our teachers and staff! It's much appreciated.
Anthony Rojas Selected as 2022 Outstanding Volunteer
Congratulations to Anthony Rojas, who the City of Diamond Bar selected as one of the City's 2022 Outstanding Volunteers!
Trouble Accessing Aeries Grades?
Students have been having trouble accessing Aeries Grades. If they are getting an error, they need to go to the school website --> Students --> My Portal and access Aeries from there.
Mt. SAC Connect 4 Workshops
Are you interested in attending Mt. San Antonio College (Mt. SAC)? Attend the in person workshops below to receive help with the enrollment process and complete Connect 4—a process that assists graduating seniors with the transition to Mt. SAC and provides early registration for Fall 2023!
Save The Date: WHS Open House on February 2
Open House is the ideal time to see all that Walnut High School offers: Academics, Athletics, Activities, Arts, Clubs, Student Performances, and much more! Meet with current students and faculty and discover what makes Walnut High School such a special place.
Make sure you save the date for February 2 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm, and please share with prospective families. We will share more information and details when we get back from break.
WorldStrides Educational Travel to Spain During Spring Break
Join Spanish Teacher Mrs. Lamb for a cultural, educational trip to Spain during Spring Break 2023. Our Tour will travel to Spain to visit Madrid and the Prado Museum , take an art and cooking class, visit the Reina Sofía, and eat the delicious churros with chocolate in the Plaza Mayor. We will also visit Toledo, El Greco Museum, and learn about the Damasquino jewelry making along with the sword factory. We will then head South to visit Sevilla, Granada and Cordóba. This will include the Flamenco show/class, the Giralda, and the beautiful Alhambra Palace. We will venture on to Barcelona by the Ave bullet train and see the Sagrada Familia Cathedral, Dalí museum , Figueres, and stroll down the Ramblas.
We also have the option the take a Buquebarco over to the Balearic island Mallorca and visit the Bellver Castle and the Cuevas del Drach.
When signing up please use Trip ID: Lamb-9817.
*Walnut Valley Unified School District and Walnut High School are not affiliated with the trip occurring on or around spring 2023.
Educational Tours heading to Madrid, Barcelona and The Basque Country During Spring Break!
Educational travel gives students lifelong memories and helps them grow in countless ways. This includes gaining more confidence to developing a greater sense of empathy!
Mrs. O'Shields is taking students to Madrid, Barcelona & The Basque Country in the spring 2023. Explore the beautiful cities of Madrid, Segovia, Burgos, Bilboa, San Sebastian, Pamplona, and Barcelona!
If you are interested, please visit Mrs. O'Shields' classroom in G2.
*Walnut Valley Unified School District and Walnut High School are not affiliated with the Europe trip occurring on or around spring 2023.
Class of 2023 Parents and Seniors!
Dedicate a page in the yearbook to your 2023 graduate or senior friend group. You will start and complete your order all online at yearbookordercenter.com (school code:
2864).
Please be advised that when ordering at yearbookordercenter.com, you cannot reserve a spot or put a down payment. You must complete your tribute, finalize it and pay it in full in order to secure your tribute before they sell out or by January 31, whichever comes first. You may design your tribute, save your work and return to it later, but doing so does not save nor guarantee a spot. Pro tip: Gather the photos and prepare your message before starting your tribute so that you can complete it in less time.
Any questions? Contact Ms. Tan at stan@wvusd.org. Your graduate will cherish the memory of a senior tribute for years to come. Order yours before they sell out!
You Can Still Buy a Yearbook!
Don't be left without a yearbook. It's not late to buy before we sell out. Price is now $100. Order online at yearbookordercenter.com ($5 processing will be added) or through the ASB office. Price goes up again on distribution day so save a little money and buy your book today!
Free After School Tutoring for ALL Algebra 2 Students!
Swing by Mr. Luu's classroom - E12 - for FREE Algebra 2 tutoring! He will be there on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday and available to help our students study for tests, assist with homework problems, or help answer any questions!
CELEBRATE YOUR CHILD'S BIRTHDAY ON OUR MARQUEE!
BIRTHDAY MARQUEE is now available! If you have a student that has a birthday coming up, be sure to make a birthday dedication on the WHS marquee! All proceeds goes to support WHS students and staff so RESERVE YOURS TODAY!
Great idea for WHS staff, teachers and Alums too!
Class of 2026 | Habit #4 Think Win-Win
Habit #4 Think Win-Win Think Win-Win is an attitude toward life, a mental frame of mind that says I can win and so can you. It’s not me or you, it’s both of us. Think Win-win is the foundation for getting along well with other people. It begins with the belief that we are all equal, that no one is inferior or superior to anyone else, and no one really needs to be. This short video encapsulates the ideas of Think Win-Win and compels us to take on this point of view in 2023.
Welcome Class of 2026!
We are thrilled to welcome you to Walnut High School. Your first week was an absolute success! While we know that the transition to high school is an exciting time, we also know that it is a time in which you will have some questions. As your Grade Level Coordinators, we look forward to supporting you each step of the way and answering each question you have. This website has a tremendous number of resources, and we encourage you to look through the content weekly. It is our goal to provide you with the most dynamic high school experience while preparing you for your post-secondary goals. GO MUSTANGS!
SCHOOL LUNCH POLICY
Due to many problems and safety issues we DO NOT allow student lunches to be delivered anywhere on campus.
Food, drinks or other items are NOT to be passed to students through the fence. This is strictly prohibited.
Outside Food Delivery Services such as UBER Eats/Door Dash is strictly prohibited. Food will be confiscated if deliveries are dropped off.
We understand the importance of student nutrition but we encourage students to either use the free lunch at school or bring their lunch from home.
STUDENT CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS
Students must attend every class, every day, and be on time. In order to receive daily credit, students are to bring all necessary materials to class. Students will not be excused from class to get materials. Homework and class assignments are to be completed on time and to the best of the student’s ability. Only behaviors befitting the learning environment are acceptable. Students are to comply with all reasonable requests of any staff member. Dress code will be enforced.
ATTENDANCE COUNTS!
Please remember that attendance counts, every period, every day. Students will be marked absent if they are not at the beginning of each period to verify their attendance.
All single-period absences will need to be reconciled through the attendance office by the student. If marked absent, students will receive an email from the attendance office notifying them that they have been marked absent. The notification will include the date and period of the absence. The student will need to contact the Attendance Department to make any necessary corrections to their individual period attendance. For full-day absences, a parent/guardian must contact the attendance office by the end of the day.
Attendance Reporting Hotline:
11 & 12 Grades: 909- 444-3642
9 & 10 Grades : 909 - 444-3625
