THE HOWL
Words to inspire, motivate, and build strong wolves
12 Traits of Wolves
We are living in historic times! If ever there was a time to see the relevance of studying history; now is that time!
As our Wolfpack embarks on a new life journey, we can look to our mascot, the Wolf to guide us into the unknown.
The Wolf is a symbol of guardianship, ritual, loyalty, and spirit. The Wolf has the ability to make quick and firm emotional attachments, and often need to trust their own instincts. Thus they teach us to do the same, to trust our hearts and minds, and have control over our own lives.
Trait 1. Wolves are brave in embracing their uniqueness. They do not fear anything nor feel intimidated by everyone. They stand for their beliefs even against everyone.
Trait 2. Wolves are fiercely savage when they have to protect their pack or have to hunt for their prey. They are savagely ferocious in the presence of a threat.
Trait 3. Wolves have a singular determination when it comes to achieving their goals. They are single minded in the hunt and ignore every reason to back out because nothing matters to them except for their determination to win.
Trait 4. Wolves are proud creatures who learn from those better than them and stand firm against those who are lesser than they are. They know how to read their opponents and devise strategies to take them down.
Trait 5. Wolves are fiercely protective. They have the instinct to protect their loved ones and turn savage when they are threatened.
Trait 6. Wolves are excellent leaders. They follow rules and allow the alpha leader to lead their pack, protect the weaker ones, assign duties, feed, and protect the young.
Trait 7. Wolves are true to their nature. As unapologetically savage creatures, they don’t desire to change just to conform and adapt to new circumstances. Instead, they choose to be true to themselves.
Trait 8. Wolves define their own freedom. They live in their own terms and defy being chained down or changed. They choose to be their own master.
Trait 9. Wolves practice equality. They are fair creatures who are willing to give you respect when you give them yours. But when you display even the faintest threat, be prepared when they unleash their savage nature against you.
10. Wolves are not merciful. They are ready to tear you into pieces when you aren’t on their side. If you have this trait, you are the kind who don’t give people second chances to mess up with you again.
Trait 11. Wolves are never afraid to fare in the dark of night. As active creatures during the night, wolves make the darkness their ally. You are a wolf when you feel strong and empowered in the darkness of your life.
Trait 12. Wolves are inherently loners. Though they live, move, and hunt in packs, deep inside, wolves are loners. If you can live independently and see your own solitude in the midst of people, then you are a true wolf.
https://consciousreminder.com/2017/11/27/possess-10-12-qualities-true-wolf-among-sheep/
VIRTUAL LEARNING PROTOCOLS
1. Try to find a quiet space. Some times this can be difficult as we share our homes with family. Because of this, combining protocol number 1 and 2 can help.
3. Profile picture should be student or student initials.
4. Minimize chat comments. Teachers will pause frequently to allow for questions; giving students opportunities to turn their microphones on to ask questions or have a discussion with the teacher.
All teachers are using School Loop to post assignments and Enrichment activities. Make sure you check here Monday through Thursday to see what assignments or link you may need to connect with you classes.
GOOGLE CLASSROOM
Some teachers are utilized Google Classroom as well to connect with students. If you do not know your classroom code, you can find it at the District Site here.
THE WOLVES DEN IS OPEN
Feeling Lost And Need Connection?
The McBride Wolves Den has become virtual. For help with general skills and support; join the Wolves Den Google Classroom. Class Code is ntqzask.
Currently, we have posted resources to assist with time management and managing mental health during this difficult time.
Also, Ms. Lucchese and Ms. Salazar are hosting a Q&A session held Mondays-Fridays from 1:30-2:30pm to support students and answer questions or simply be a friendly face during these difficult times. follow this link to drop by for as long or short as you would like.
STUDENT NEWS
Student Recognition Awards
Congratulations to Ynnez Gonzalez and Erin Chim!
Ynnez Gonzalez has been chosen as a Delegate at American Legion Auxiliary Girls State. The American Legion Auxiliary California Girls State is a leadership program designed to increase awareness and knowledge of governmental processes while teaching young women about the duties, privileges, rights and responsibilities of citizenship.
Delegates come away with a greater appreciation of the American Flag and of the sacrifices made by our veterans. While at ALA California Girls State, they make friends with outstanding young women from around the California and have a fun and inspiring week they'll remember for the rest of their lives. Ynnez had to prepare a resume and attend an interview to be selected. There was only one position open for a McBride student.
https://www.cagirlsstate.org/about-california-girls-state
Erin Chim has been awarded the 2020 Expanding Horizons Internship. Since 1995, Expanding Horizons Internships (EHI) has provided first-generation, college-bound high school students in the Los Angeles area with an intensive experience of skill development and personal growth that prepares them for college, career, and civic life. The EHI program begins with interactive seminars in the spring and concludes with a paid summer internship at a prestigious law firm, corporation, government agency, or non-profit organization. Erin had to complete an application and attend two rounds of interviews to be selected. This summer she is scheduled to work with Sidney Austin LLP in Los Angeles.
https://www.crf-usa.org/youth-internship-program/expanding-horizons-internships.html
Congratulations to both of these girls. They are active in various clubs at McBride which were one of the areas which impressed their interviewers.
Yearbooks Are Still Available
Important Dates
BOOSTER CLUBS: Check websites for updates
Criminal Justice and Investigation: CJI Boosters will not be holding the May 12 Booster meeting. We are in need of officers (president, vice president, treasurer and secretary) for the 2020/2021 school year. If you are interested in holding one of these positions, or would like more information, please contact Kathleen Peralta at cjiboosters@gmail.com
The CJI Boosters have established a scholarship program to assist senior CJI students to further their education in college or vocational school programs. To obtain the scholarship application and guidelines, download a copy from these links and submit to cjiboosters@gmail.com or email for questions. Applications are due no later than May 24, 2020.
Engineering: Look for emails about updates in School Loop.
Health and Medical: Look for emails about updates in School Loop.
SAT/SBAC (11th Grade)
Cancelled
SPRING BREAK
April 10-20, 2020
AP TESTING
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