THE FRIDAY FORECAST
THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 2-6, 2020
OCTOBER | GLC STUDENTS OF THE MONTH
Each of our GLCs will be recognizing one student who they believe represent the Walnut Way and make a positive impact at Walnut High School. Please congratulate the following students for being selected in the month of October!
THE WEEK IN ADVANCE | SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE
MONDAY - NOVEMBER 2
- *Periods 1-3 Block Schedule - 8:00 am-12:30 pm
Period 4 Tutorial - 1:10 pm-1:35 pm
Period 5 Tutorial - 1:37 pm-2:02 pm
Period 6 Tutorial - 2:05 pm - 2:30 pm
Election Polling 10:00 am- 7:00 pm
TUESDAY - NOVEMBER 3
- *Periods 4-6 Block Schedule - 8:00 am-12:30 pm
- Period 1 Tutorial - 1:10 pm-1:35 pm
- Period 2 Tutorial - 1:37 pm-2:02 pm
- Period 3 Tutorial - 2:05 pm - 2:30 pm
- Free Algebra 2 Tutoring T/TH
- Election Polling 10:00 am- 7:00 pm
WEDNESDAY - NOVEMBER 4
- *Periods 1-3 Block Schedule - 8:00 am-12:30 pm
- Period 4 Tutorial - 1:10 pm-1:35 pm
- Period 5 Tutorial - 1:37 pm-2:02 pm
- Period 6 Tutorial - 2:05 pm - 2:30 pm
- Election Polling 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
THURSDAY - NOVEMBER 5
- *Periods 4-6 Block Schedule - 8:00 am-12:30 pm
- Period 1 Tutorial - 1:10 pm-1:35 pm
- Period 2 Tutorial - 1:37 pm-2:02 pm
- Period 3 Tutorial - 2:05 pm - 2:30 pm
- Election Polling 10:00 am- 7:00 pm
- WVUSD Student Tobacco-Use Prevention Zoom Meeting 1:10pm
FRIDAY - NOVEMBER 6
*Periods 1-6 Block Schedule - 8:00 am-12:30 pm
Staff/PD/Collaboration/Prep 1:10 pm - 2:30 pm
Veteran's Day Event
Election Polling 10:00 am- 7:00 pm
WALNUT HIGH SCHOOL DISTANCE LEARNING BELL SCHEDULE
DISTANCE LEARNING MONTHLY SCHEDULE
About our schedule
- Our distance learning schedule follows the recommended and required amount of instructional time for all students. Additionally, we created tutorial time after lunch for our teachers and students to use for the whole group, small group, or individual instruction, intervention, enrichment, or remediation. This time may also be used for Office Hours, homework time, GLC appointments, Social-Emotional Support, SST, 504, and IEP time.
Distance Learning Resource Guide
Take a look through our distance learning schedule, tutorial, expectations, student support, tips for parents, student safety, and tech resources.
FRIGHT FEST Haunted Drive Thru SOLD OUT TONIGHT!
Hey Mustangs! Fright Fest, our haunted drive-thru is tonight at 6:30 pm. ALL SPOTS ARE FULL! Based on the LA County Department of Health Guidelines we hit our capacity tonight.
Happy Halloween from Walnut High School
Although it was virtual, our staff still dressed up for Halloween. Take a look at some of the costumes from today!
Mustangs Win Going for the Gold Spirit Week vs. South Hills
This week, Walnut High School competed against South Hills in different competitions, including dictionary battles, spirit days, a Pumpkin Carving Contest, a Scavenger Hunt, and a Principal Battle. Walnut High School beat South Hills 500 - 100 in Spirit Points. Thanks to all our Mustangs who got involved. Check out some the competition videos below.
AP EXAM ORDERING DEADLINE | OCTOBER 30
AP Exam Ordering Deadline is October 30th. Please visit the WHS Online Store to purchase your exam. Any questions, please visit the AP Program page. Thanks!
12-WEEK GRADING PERIOD ENDS TODAY
Today (October 30th) is the end of the 12 week grading period. With that, we only have 6 weeks left in the semester! Remind your student about the importance of finishing strong, asking for support, and taking care of themselves as we head towards the end of the semester. Make sure students are communicating with their teachers throughout the process.
Tobacco-Use Prevention Education
Walnut Valley Unified has partnered with Adventist Health Glendale Foundation to address the current epidemic of youth vaping and to support efforts to prevent youth tobacco use.
Students are invited to a 30 minute presentation that will be held from 1:10 – 1:40pm on select dates by grade level.
Date:
- Seniors: Thursday, November 5th
- Juniors: Tuesday, November 10th
- Sophomores: Thursday, November 12th
- Freshmen: Tuesday, November 17th
Time: 1:10 – 1:40 pm
Location: Zoom (Zoom Links will be sent to students prior to their grade level presentation date)
Please see the flyer for more details
IT'S TIME TO "FALL BACK"
It's the first weekend in November. You know what that means: Don't forget to change your clocks on SUNDAY!
Wolf Corp. Robotics Club Fundraiser | 11/14
WHS | Polling Place for 2020 Election
Walnut High School has been selected as a polling place for the Presidential election. Voting will take place in the WHS MPR Saturday, October 24th – Saturday, November 7th 10:00 am - 7:00 pm and November 3rd 7:00 am-8:00 pm.
Support Girls Water Polo!
We're raising money for WHS Girls Water Polo and we need you help. Its easy! No order forms, no checks to collect, no handling out items. Just send, share, and shop!
40% of purchases go directly to Girls Water Polo. Fundraiser ends 11/30/2020.
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!
WHS Emotional Support Resources
We are here for you! WHS has converted all our counseling services to remote (phone, video, and email) during this time of temporary remote instruction. Reach out to us using the tools below if you are in need of someone to talk to.
Do you need Algebra 2 Help? Mr. Luu is here to help you!
Mt. Sac Online | Free Math & Science Tutoring
Free High School Math & Science tutoring at Mt. Sac starting
October 12th - December 10th, Monday-Thursday from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm.
Click on the link below to register.
CSUF Free Tutoring for k-12 students
Cal State Fullerton is offering a free Virtual Tutoring program at Cal State Fullerton for students. Tutoring services are for K-12 students in various subjects. Below is a short description for your convenience.
The College of Education at California State University, Fullerton has created a free virtual tutoring program for 1st-12th grade. This tutoring program includes math, science, language arts and social studies. In addition, the program has tutors who can tutor students who are taking high school Spanish or French, and students who are participating in dual immersion programs. Please use this link to sign up for a date, time and subject area: https://virtualteachingcoecsuf.as.me/schedule.php Tech Tips for Parents
- WVUSD created a website for technology tips for parents on how to get onto Google classroom, Student Portal, Aeries, and other tutorial videos. We also added some tech tip tutorial videos below.
- CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE WEBSITE
2021 Yearbooks are still on sale!
MUSTANG CAREER CENTER | IG PAGE & College Information
Mock it till you Rock it! Reduce stress and anxiety during your interview, whether it’s for college or a career. Register
HERE! I hope to boost your confidence by acknowledging your strengths & give constructive feedback.
*Below is a list of upcoming webinars. Students can access all Zoom links by logging in with their student email at http://tiny.com/y6tuulyr.
College Season is here | Time to represent!
It’s time to show us your favorite colleges/universities, and vocational or military programs by wearing your best gear every 2nd and 4th Wednesday through fall semester.
We can’t wait to see which schools interest you the most!
ATTENDANCE COUNTS!
Please remember that attendance counts, every period, every day. Students will be marked absent if they are not on camera at the beginning of each period to verify their attendance.
If your student is having difficulty logging in, please contact your teacher immediately, and remember to clear their attendance by the end of the day.
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.
We are so happy to see all of our students online and learning. They are working hard and making us proud. Keep up the great work!
Attendance Reporting Hotline:
- 9 & 10 Grades: 909-594-1333 Ext. 43642
- 11 & 12 Grades : 909 - 594-1333 Ext 43625
WHS Kitchen: Serving Free Grab and go Meals
The WHS Kitchen is serving daily M - F - 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Please see the map below.
Juniors | PSAT/NMSQT Survey
Please take the time to complete the following survey https://forms.gle/UaPPgBJxtjNEjoy58 regarding the PSAT/NMSQT. Due to the COVID 19 pandemic, we cannot guarantee that we are able to administer the PSAT/NMSQT exam on Tuesday, January 26th. In the event guidelines allow WHS to administer the test we need to know how many JUNIORS are interested.
Please complete the survey by November 10th.
If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Nunez at snunez@wvusd.org or Ms. Alegre aalegre@wvusd.org.
Seniors! A message from your Senior GLCs
Check out the latest issue of the Class of 2021 Senior Newsletter. Big shout out to Senior GLCs Ms. Hoyos and Mrs. Nunez for all their hard work and dedication to our Senior class!
2021-22 FAFSA
The 2021-22 FAFSA form is now available at
http://fafsa.gov Fill it out ASAP to get as much financial aid as possible!
Collegewise | Runway : A Wiser Path to College
Hey Mustangs!
Our partners at Collegewise have launched Runway, a free series of college planning programs and resources, carefully structured to give students and parents the tips, tools, and timelines they need to reach their college goals in the year (the experience, really) that is 2020. There are specific programs for all high school grade levels and we are one of the very first districts to get access to this programming.
This program is available to all of you and there is no cost for access.
Please see the attached flyer for more details, and to sign up.
WebGrants 4 Seniors
SENIORS, your GPA has been uploaded to the California Student Aid Commission for Cal Grant Verification.
You can create an account on https://mygrantinfo.csac.ca.gov/ to view your status.
UC Application Tutorial!
Each video explains how to complete the nine sections of the UC application. Please use this resource when applying to the UC System.
Deadline to apply to UC is November 30th!
AP Informational Webinar
Instructional Deans, Marta Dibell and Nelson Chen, recorded an AP Informational Webinar for our parents and students discussing all things AP for the 2020-2021 school year.
Topics that were covered include:
- myap.collegeboard.org account and student resources
- College Board important updates regarding 2021 exams
- WHS exam ordering process and important deadlines
- Policy on "self-studying students"
- AP Scholar tips and recommendations
- AP exam schedule
Watch the informational video below!
College Application Night and Financial Aid Night Video Links
In case you missed it, check out our GLC's link for College Application Night and Financial Aid Night.
We also posted a Financial Aid Q & A below.
Class of 2021 | GLC Office Hours
Every Tuesday from 1:30 - 2:30 pm, our Class of 2021 GLCs will be available to answer any questions you may have regarding Senior year.
on campus safety screening
For your safety, if you or your student come onto campus to pick up instructional materials, play sports, or have an appointment, please be aware you will be asked to fill out a visitor/parent/student assessment. Due to Covid- 19 the assessment is required by the State and the form itself is "CONFIDENTIAL."
The questions are as follows:
1. Are you experiencing any symptoms such as current or recent fever (100.4° or higher), chills, cough, shortness of breath or respiratory illness, sudden lack of taste or smell, or sudden onset of unexplained gastrointestinal illness?
2. Have you been in close contact** with any person who has tested positive COVID-19 within the last 14 day?
3. Have you or anyone living with you been out of the country within the last 14 days?
**CLOSE CONTACT is defined as: Being within approximately 6 feet of a COVID-19 case for 10 minutes or more; close contact can occur when having direct contact with infectious secretions of a COVID-19 case (being coughed on).
Please note: If you answer YES to any of these questions, please do not come to campus. We appreciate your efforts to keep us all safe during these uncertain times.
Student CLASSROOM Expectations
- Teachers will be taking attendance everyday. Students will need to keep their cameras for attendance, participation, and checking for understanding. Teachers will let students know if they can turn off their camera during certain times in the class.
- Students are not allowed to record without teacher permission.
- New legislation (AB 77) states that if a student is absent 3 days in the week, the parent will be contacted to support the student to re-engage with Distance Learning.
- Normal grading policy begins the first day of school. Teachers will cover their grading policy in their syllabus as well as in their Back to School Night presentation.
- More information regarding Distance Behavioral Expectations is located below .
WVUSD Distance Learning Behavioral Expectations for Students
Students at all levels are now engaging in Distance Learning. To ensure a positive, productive and enjoyable learning experience for all participants, it is important that all students and parents/guardians adhere to these Distance Learning Expectations, which include online behaviors for students and privacy guidelines for parents.
Virtual Tour of Walnut High School
Due to our current circumstances, we cannot give you a physical tour of our campus, but instead, we used a 360-degree camera to help you get familiar with Walnut High School. I encourage you to click on the link, use your computer or mobile device to move around, and see what Walnut High School has to offer. Use this virtual tour to click on photos, learn more information, as well as hear voice-overs from our staff members. Below is a quick overview of our virtual tour and a map of all our scenes.
Our Virtual Tour is located on our webpage under "About Us" if you ever need access for future reference.
Walnut High School
Due to COVID 19 our office is CLOSED.
However, our office staff is available to assist you by phone at (909) 594-1333.
Our office is open (by phone) from 7:30 am-3:30 pm.
