Hello Phoenix Families,

Welcome to the Wednesday edition of the Monday Message. Due to technical difficulties, we have been delayed in sending out the Phoenix Flyer.

We are looking forward to a wonderful spirit week next week filled with fun dress up days and a hot chocolate social.

Some important items:

• Freshmen will have a change to their schedule next semester. School will end at 2:45 on Monday, at 3:20 on Wednesday, and 3:00 on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
• Sophomores will have a monetary cost for their Chemistry textbook next semester, please let us know if that will cause a financial hardship for you.

The MUSD technology office is working hard on upgrading our WiFi, work should be complete by this weekend.

Have a wonderful rest of your week and weekend!

There is a change to the schedule for next semester!

Because of changes in the college classes, school will get out earlier on Mondays and later on Wednesdays. The schedule is as follows:

Monday - 8:00-2:45

Tuesday - 8:00-3:00

Wednesday - 8:00-3:20

Thursday - 8:00-3:00

Friday - 8:00-3:00

Please call the office if you have any questions.

Mrs. Dyan McIntosh dmcintosh@mrpk.org

HSMC School Counselor

Mon/Wed & Alternating Fridays

Send a screenshot to Mrs. McIntosh ASAP!

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Ventura County Community Foundation Scholarship - 12th Grade

Please check out the VCCF Scholarship webpage for many scholarship opportunities. Soft deadline: Dec. 10th & final deadline: Jan. 21st

scholarship webpage https://vccf.org/scholarships/student-applicants/

Juniors took the PSAT/NMSQT on October 13, 2021. This test gives students a chance to take the next step to college. Here’s what students can do to make the most of their scores: Log in to or create a College Board account online. PSAT/NMSQT scores will be released online on December 7th. Students should log in to their College Board account to see scores and test performance details. Get free, personalized SAT practice. The PSAT/NMSQT is great preparation for the SAT ® . Your student’s score unlocks a free, personalized practice through Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy® . Students go to satpractice.org, create an account, and link their College Board and Khan Academy accounts for a plan based on their test results. Use Career Finder™: our career exploration tool. It helps students make informed academic and career decisions based on what truly drives them. Learn more. The College Board National Recognition Programs. These are academic honors that can be included on college applications. They’re not scholarships, but colleges use them to identify academically exceptional students. Learn more. Scholarship Partners: See how the PSAT/NMSQT can help your student pay for college—including access to more than $350M in scholarships. Learn more. College Planning Support for Sophomores & Juniors: Students can kick start their college planning by searching for colleges and scholarships on BigFuture. They can build and save a college list and also opt in to let the colleges on their list know that they’d like to learn more about their programs.

The Westlake Village Sunrise ROTARY Club is holding a fundraising event this coming Sunday, December 12th.

If you are in need of volunteer hours, this may be an opportunity for you. See the flyer and click on the link below to sign up.

The High School at Moorpark College will be hosting our 9th annual Talent Show and Silent Auction this year in March 2022. We are currently soliciting donations from local businesses and entertainment venues to auction during our show. In exchange for donations, the High School at Moorpark College can provide a Tax ID number for tax exemptions, and free advertising for participating businesses in our talent show program and our online auction. If you are interested in donating, please contact Mrs. Sandoval at jhendrixsandoval@mrpk.org. Thank you for your support!

Do you LOVE The High School at Moorpark College? Let us know! Help us spread the word about this incredible and successful school. Please follow these links and tell us your experience with our wonderful school.

• Facebook Officialhsmc

• Twitter OfficialHSMC

• @officialhsmc on Instagram

• TikTok @hsmcofficial

Ordering an HSMC yearbook is quick and easy! Visit treering.com to customize your TWO FREE PAGES and order your yearbook online. See attached yearbook information for our school code and instructions on customizing and ordering a yearbook. ** Please note that yearbook is NOT part of the Spirit Pack that will be offered.

• Yearbook website for customizing and ordering: www.treering.com

• Deadline to customize and order: April 8, 2022

• Purchase price: $50

HSMC Passcode: 1014109872723234

Seniors can submit their portrait photo of choice to the yearbook gmail. This photo must be submitted by DECEMBER 10, 2021 to hsmcyearbook2022@gmail.com. Please see the attached information for requirements, resolution, and suggested photographers.

Please note that photos do not have to be taken by a professional photographer, but the lighting, quality, and content must be professional in nature.

Those who choose not to submit senior portraits will have their Cornerstone photos in the yearbook.

Senior quotes are not mandatory. Students can submit quotes that are 140 characters or fewer, and are school appropriate. Quotes must be submitted by DECEMBER 10, 2021 to hsmcyearbook2022@gmail.com.

For any questions, please contact Mrs. Sandoval at jhendrixsandoval@mrpk.org.

Debate Club

Are you interested in learning more about debate and engaging in interesting discussions? Join the HSMC Debate Club! The next meeting will be held virtually Thursday Sept. 9th at 5PM at https://meet.google.com/caq-gakg-ogr . If you have any questions, please contact the club's Founder, Ashley Kim at 5109520@mrpk.org.

CodingClub

Ever wanted to learn how to code? The HS@MC Coding Club is right for you! We are a club that focuses on teaching, competing, or simply having fun with code and computer science. We host lessons during our meetings, and coding challenges for each member to participate in! Our club intends to be a welcoming and inclusive space for everyone, whether you're a beginner or a fully-fledged hacker!

Our meetings are every Friday, 5 - 6 PM. Join our Discord server for more information (https://discord.gg/mH7zCM3beB) or contact one of the club leaders (Alex Sherbrooke - 5105870@mrpk.org, Hershraj Niranjani - 5115281@mrpk.org).

HSMC Art Club

Bring your artistic talents and passion for art and meet virtually with other artists and art lovers on Friday Sept. 10th at 4:30pm https://meet.google.com/gaq-xxpx-aoe Each week the art club's work is featured in the HSMC newsletter! Art club also has wonderful opportunities for scholarships, collaboration in school events, guest speakers and showcasing art in the community! We hope to see you there. For more information, please email the club's founder Emily Fisher at 5100307@mrpk.org.

LGBTQ+ History and Book Club

Discuss books with LGBT+ themes or authors and their historical context. LGBT+ people and allies are welcome! Meet every other Friday 3:00-3:30pm in person in Ms. Pistone's room. First meeting will be Friday September 17th. Google Meets link is https://meet.google.com/hqa-kacy-soo

Tabletop Roleplay Game Club (TTRPG)

TTRPG is a club that promotes creativity through playing games like Dungeons and Dragons. You can play an exotic spellcaster who wishes to rule the world with an iron fist or you can play Bob who wants to settle down on a farm with a loving family. No Experience with TTRPG? Doesn't matter! Our main goal is to just have fun so we welcome anyone who is open to playing no matter their experience!

Meetings every Friday from 12-1pm in Ms. Pistone's room. Questions? Email Ryan McCombs at 5116653@mrpk.org

Film and Photography Club

The film and photography club on the HSMC campus will have weekly themes, as well as an opportunity to present your photos/films every week. You can make them as funny or as serious as you would like. This club will differ from Mr. Hoobs' film class in that we will not be watching films, but shooting them, or, if that's not your style, just taking photos. The club will be meeting in TR-3 every friday from 12:00 - 12:40. This is a place where you can express your personal identity, while also creating a laid back environment to destress every week. For questions, please contact Mars at 5116634@mrpk.org

Chess Club

Are you a Grand Master of chess? Or maybe just a pawn? Come to Chess Club in person to learn more and practice your skills! Chess club will be meeting Thursdays from 11:40 to 12:40 in Mr. Hoobs' room. For more information, contact Hersh Niranjani at hershraj_niranjani1@my.vcccd.edu.