The Friday Forecast

The Week of April 18-April 22, 2022

ASB Hosts Stang' Street Food Fest & Market

Today, our ASB students held a Stang' Street Food Fest & Market where multiple clubs on our campus had the chance to sell Boba, Portos, Lumpia, Ice Cream, Spam Musubi, handbags, Jewelry, and other items to our students. All proceeds went directly back to the clubs. It was a great opportunity for our clubs to fundraise and mix things up during lunch before heading into Spring Break.


We want to wish everyone a safe and relaxing Spring Break! Use the time to rest, rejuvenate, and recharge before we hit the last six weeks of the semester.

Schedule Next Week:

Monday, April 11 - Monday, April 18 | Spring Break


MONDAY - April 18

  • Spring Break - No School


TUESDAY - April 19

  • *Periods 3-4 & 5-6 Tutorial Schedule - 7:50 am-2:45 pm


WEDNESDAY - April 20

  • *Periods 1-4 Collaboration Schedule - 7:50 am-2:00 pm


THURSDAY - April 21

  • *Periods 1-2 & 5-6 Tutorial Schedule - 7:50 am-2:45 pm


FRIDAY - APRIL 22

  • *Periods 1-6 Regular Schedule - 7:50 am-2:45 pm

News and Announcements

Class of 2023 Hosts Prom in Laguna Beach!

On Saturday, April 2, the Class of 2023, led by advisor Diana DeLaCruz-Wilds, hosted Prom at Seven-Degrees in Laguna Beach for our Mustang students. Kaden Salvador and Daphne Leung were named the Senior Prom King and Queen. Camden Tsou and Kirsten Jacalan were named the Junior Prince and Princess. Thanks to our staff for chaperoning and taking care of our kids. We hope everyone had a great night.

Wolf Corp Preparing for the World Championship!

Walnut High School’s Wolf Corp. competitive robotics team is just days away from taking on their biggest challenge – the FIRST World Championship in Houston, Texas, on April 19-23.


This is the third year in a row the team qualified for the mega global challenge, but the last two years were canceled due to the pandemic.


The determined members said they reacted with much excitement and maybe even shed a few tears.


Read the full story by CLICKING HERE

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WHCC Invests $20,000 into additional Lunch Seating & Shade!

Walnut High Community Club voted to increase seating and shade for our students at lunchtime. WHCC ordered 16 tables for $20,000 and 20 umbrellas for $1,550. We are excited to announce that 5 tables were delivered this week, and 11 more should arrive after Spring Break! While we understand it’s not always possible for all our 2200 students to have lunch at a table in the shade, we strive to increase seating and shade when our budget allows.


We see this as a long-term investment as these heavy-duty tables should last for many years. There are many more opportunities for more tables and umbrellas around the school, so we hope to raise more funds soon.

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Front Office Closed During Spring Break

The front office will be closed during Spring Break (April 11-18) and will reopen on Tuesday, April 19 when our students return.

SAN GABRIEL VALLEY TRIBUNE 2022 GIRLS BASKETBALL ALL AREA

Congratulations to Junior, Jolleen Olia, who was named 1st Team All San Gabriel Valley in Girls Basketball. You can click here to see the official press release from the SGV Tribune. Congrats Jolleen!
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WHS Tri - M Presents Recital Night on 4/20

Join us at Recital Night April 20 6pm in Room W2!! Save the Date! There will small ensembles and student solos. It will be a fun night! FREE ENTRY!
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CHOIR SPRING POPS CONCERT | 4/22 & 4/23

Come and hear the choirs perform their first LIVE Spring Pops concert in three years! "Blast from the Past" will feature all FIVE CHOIRS singing and dancing your favorite hits from the 50's and 60's. Tickets available at www.walnuthigharts.com
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WHS Robotics Team, VolTech, Recruiting New Members

Like to Think, Design, Build, Organize Events, Code, and/or Engineer? WHS's VolTech robotics club is recruiting members. We had a fantastic first year and are looking for additional members to help us for an even better upcoming year. If you are interested, please fill out the interest form (QR Code) or message us on IG (ftc.voltech), or contact us via email (ftc19510@gmail.com) Deadline April 15th
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Best Buddies Presents Masquerade Prom

WHS Best Buddies is a program that fosters one-on-one friendships between high school students and students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Best Buddies promotes and supports inclusion, acceptance, and respect for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Water Polo Summer Info!

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Soccer Summer Camp

Join us this summer to improve your skills and athleticism. Work with the Mustangs staff and current college athletes using targeted drills.

We look forward to seeing new faces and returning athletes.

Email Coach Blackford with questions at nBlackford@wvusd.org

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1st Annual Volleyball Golf Tournament | June 1, 2022

The Walnut High School Girls Volleyball Program will be hosting their 1st Annual Golf Tournament on Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at Los Serranos Golf Club. This event raises vital funds to support our girl's volleyball program. These funds will be used to purchase much-needed equipment, tournament fees, transportation, meals, and supportive coaching staff to help them succeed on the court.


Our goal is to always provide a safe, instructive environment for all of our athletes to learn and develop skills to be better volleyball players, but more importantly, productive members of society and fielding a competitive program.


To continue to make this experience a reality for our program, we are reaching out directly to area businesses, family, and friends and offering the opportunity to help by becoming a sponsor.


Included in this letter is a brochure with a variety of sponsorship packages for you to review and details about the tournament. All donations to our volleyball program are tax-deductible. Our Tax ID # is 95-6003446. Your support for this event will be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your consideration. Don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. Contact details are below.


Go Mustangs Volleyball!

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Yearbook Online sale extended!

Online Yearbook Sale has been extended! Go to yearbookordercenter.com to purchase a yearbook. School code: 2864. Cost is $100. Don't miss out!
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Want to join the LA County Fair Team?

The LA County Fair is hosting a job fair this Saturday, April 9, and we need your help spreading the word! The job fair is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Blue Lot (access via Gate 9). Don't miss out on this great opportunity! Take a look at the information below!
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Looking for a job?

Heads up, Mustangs! Take a look at what is being offered from Deane Homes Swim Club! Take advantage of this opportunity today!
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CITY OF WALNUT: UPTEMPO BASEKTBALL ACADEMY

For more information please visit the cityofwalnut.org website.

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IMPORTANT SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Walnut Valley Women's Club scholarship

Each year Walnut Valley Women's Club awards several college scholarships ranging in value from $500 to $1,600. The number and amount is dependent upon our fundraising success for the year. In 2021 we awarded five scholarships for a total of $6400. Deadline to apply 4/22/22.


Please see flyer and visit www.walnutvalleywomensclub.org for more information.

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Seniors! WHCC Scholarship application

There are scholarships to compete for, but this one is ONLY for WHS Class of 2022 Seniors!

Walnut High Community Club offers a total of $3000 worth of scholarships to support our seniors in their next endeavors. Six scholarships will be awarded at $500 each. Seniors do not need to have the highest GPA or participate in extra-curricular activities.

If they have never thought of applying for a scholarship because they think they may not qualify, then this is the one for your Senior. Ask your Senior to apply today! Deadline to apply 4/23/22.


Click on the link below for the Mustang Scholarship application:


For questions, email: mustangscholarship@gmail.com.

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WOA SCHOLARSHIP/ GIRLS IN FUTURE TECHNOLOGY(G.I.F.T)

The Women of AT&T National Scholarship program was established to encourage and reward personal and professional development, focusing on continuous growth, advancement, and success through education, leadership, and community involvement.

The program awards scholarships to deserving students who are attending or will soon be attending an establishment of higher learning. Applicants must be sponsored by a Women of AT&T member.

The Women of AT&T National Scholarship Committee annually determines the amount of money and number of scholarships awarded based on funding availability. In 2022, the Committee is pleased to announce that forty (40) $1000 scholarships will be awarded to:

  • Graduating high school seniors
  • Undergraduate students already enrolled and attending an establishment of higher education

~ APRIL 30, 2022 DEADLINE ~

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WVEF Scholarship Application

During each academic year the Walnut Valley Educational Foundation (WVEF) awards monetary scholarships up to $1,000 each, to graduating senior students in the following categories:

• Ron Hockwalt Educational Scholarship Award

• Teen Citizen Scholarship Award

• Industrial Technology Scholarship Award

• Visual and Performing Arts Scholarship Award

• Ronald “Ron” Everett Servant Leader Scholarship Award


Attached please find this year's WVEF Scholarship application and more information about each scholarship!

Organization of Latino Actuaries Scholarship

OLA furthers its mission of increasing the number of Latine actuaries by awarding academic scholarships to US-based Latines. Applications will be evaluated on various criteria including, but not limited to, academic performance, commitment to pursuing the actuarial profession, exam progress, work experience, and leadership experience.


Link to Apply: https://theactuarialfoundation.submittable.com/submit
“Organization of Latino Actuaries Program 2022”


Deadline: April 15, 2022


Amount: Up to $7,500 with named scholarship winners receiving at least $5,000


Other Info: Letters of recommendation are not required

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COVID testing: April 11-14

The following walk-up COVID-19 testing opportunities are available next week for WVUSD students and staff (ONLY). Please note: WVUSD ID is required at time of testing.


Monday, April 11:

Diamond Bar High School

8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. STAFF ONLY


Tuesday, April 12:

Walnut High School

8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. STAFF ONLY


Wednesday April 13:

NONE

Please register using BOTH links below if you would like to be tested at a WVUSD school site: https://labportal.coronainfo.com/pre-register/walnutschool

https://form.jotform.com/220252107746045


No appointments are needed, but preregistration is requested.


Additional Testing opportunity offered by the City of Walnut:


Thursday, April 14:

Walnut Senior Center

4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Walk-ups only - 300 Capacity

(Not a WVUSD-Sponsored Event)

Procedure on Reporting a covid 19 case

Use the Walnut High School COVID 19 Reporting Form to report all Covid positive cases and known exposures. This will help facilitate the contact tracing process. Someone from the school health team will contact the person who submitted the form within 48 hours of the form submission.


Visit our website at www.walnuths.net and click on the button labeled REPORT A COVID-19 Case in the top left-hand corner. Parents can upload vaccine records, positive tests, and report details related to positive cases and possible exposure.


The information will go directly to the attendance office and our school nurse.

FREE After School Tutoring Opportunity

We are offering FREE After School tutoring on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays after school from 3:00 - 4:30 pm in the library starting next week. Tutors will be available in all content areas to help our students with homework, study for tests, or anything they need!
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Additional Tutoring Help!

Thank you to our Instructional Aides for offering before and after school tutoring extra homework help for our students.
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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!

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COUNSELING CORNER

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GLC Listing

9th GRADE (Class of 2025)

Wil Lares (A – Lo) wlares@wvusd.org

Sonia Nunez (Lu – Z) snunez@wvusd.org


10th GRADE (Class of 2024)

Nathan Newman (A – Li) nnewman@wvusd.org

Jenny Alegre (Lo – Z) aalegre@wvusd.org


11th GRADE (Class of 2023)

Jennifer Tucker (A – Lim) jtucker@wvusd.org

Jeff Jacks (Lin – Z) jjacks@wvusd.org


12th GRADE (Class of 2022)

Ethan Doiron (A - Li) eDoiron@wvusd.org

Corolar Schultz (Lo – Z) cschultz@wvusd.org


ADP (Academic Design Program)

Viviana Hoyos vhoyos@wvusd.org


Intervention Counselor

Jennifer Peiten jLPeiten@wvusd.org

College Application & FINANCIAL AID Night | RECAP

Our GLCs held a College Application and Financial Aid Information Night over YouTube Live. Below the video contains the Frequently Asked Questions during Financial Aid Night 2021.

FAQs from Financial Aid Night 2021

GET ON THE PATH TO BEING COLLEGE & CAREER READY!

This short video provides a variety of College and Career Readiness Resources for this years Seniors.

Senior Website

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.

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ATTENDANCE COUNTS | Reporting a Student Absence

Attendance is an essential part of each student's educational plan at Walnut High School. A parent/guardian must contact the attendance office for full-day absences by the end of the day. This procedure helps us fulfill required attendance monitoring obligations and helps ensure our students' safety.


Any student who arrives 30 mins late to school must check in to the attendance office either with a parent/ guardian or a phone call from their parent/guardian.


If a parent/guardian wishes to dismiss a student before the end of a typical school day, the parent/guardian will have to check out the student and must present their ID to the attendance office.


Attendance Reporting Hotline:

10 & 11 Grades: 909-594-1333 Ext. 43642

9 & 12 Grades : 909 - 594-1333 Ext 43625

SCHOOL LUNCH POLICY

Due to safety concerns, we DO NOT accept student lunches in the office. We understand the importance of student nutrition, but we encourage students to either purchase lunch at school or bring their lunch from home. Food, drinks, or other items are NOT to be passed to students through the fence. This is STRICTLY PROHIBITED.


Please Note: Parents can now access the Food Services Department from our website under the Parents tab. On that page, parents can set up and deposit funds into their student's lunch account for purchasing lunch on campus.

VIRTUAL TOUR OF WALNUT HIGH SCHOOL

Never been on our campus? We used a 360-degree camera to help you get familiar with Walnut High School. We 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.

Virtual Tour of Walnut High School
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