Phoenix Flyer
November 8, 2021
Thank You To All Who Serve
Students may register for their college classes beginning November 10th. Check your student portal for the exact date and time of your registration. Remember, you must have an approved DE & MOU before you can register. If you haven't already, please email Mrs. McIntosh and Dr. Oplustic with the classes you would like to take.
Enjoy your four day week, Phoenix families!
Applications Are Now Open!
Our next information night is tomorrow, November 9th at 6:00pm. Click here to register and get a link to join the meeting.
Applications and information is available on our website at: https://www.hsmc.mrpk.org/
Counselor’s Corner: November 8th, 2021

Cal State Apply - Top 5 Do’s & Don’ts for filling out Freshman Application
Moorpark College SPRING Registration:
MC Registration day for HSMC is Nov. 10th
Deadline is today! to send MC course options to Dr. Oplustic and
Mrs. McIntosh
DE MOU’s need to be submitted to MCAdmissions for approval.
Raise Me
RaiseMe Is a college readiness and scholarship tool that helps students start earning scholarships for all of their achievements, as early as 9th grade. They can earn awards for things like good grades, taking an honors course, volunteering in the community, extracurriculars, and more. To learn more watch this short video.
Ventura Community Scholarship Foundation
Please check out the VCCF Scholarship webpage for many scholarship opportunities.
Soft deadline: December 10th
Final deadline: January 21, 2022
Click button below to access their website

Graduation Is Closer Than You Think!
Dear Seniors of High School at Moorpark College,
The class of 2022 is going to be celebrated this spring! Early bird pricing on your cap, gown, tassel, and other graduation items will be valid through November 30th, 2021.
Following are the ordering details:
- To place your graduation order please click this link www.jostens.com.
- HS@MC customized graduation announcements will have the correct details regarding your graduation printed on the inside. You may choose to create your own by choosing one of over one hundred photo announcement designs.
- Senior swag items and celebration items will be shipped directly to your home.
- Graduation class rings may be ordered here www.jostens.com and we are offering a free cap, gown, and tassel with your purchase!
Your free cap and gown promo code will be emailed to you once your order is placed.
- Check out our digital brochure here!
- IMPORTANT NOTE! Cap and gowns do not ship to your home. They will be picked up on campus in the spring time, date TBA.
- Congratulations on being part of the graduating class of 2022! If you have any questions regarding your order or ordering details please contact Jostens directly by calling 1-800-JOSTENS (567-8367).
Thank you!

See’s Candy Fundraiser Nov. 1-30

Donations Needed for the 9th Annual Talent Show and Silent Auction!

Prom Teacher Challenge Oct. 1- Dec. 5
Do you want to see the HSMC staff do some crazy stunts? Donate money and help raise funds for Prom 2022 at the same time! Donation jars will be in the office beginning October 1st. Once each goal has been reached, staff will do the stunt on the following Friday at noon.
Challenges:
Use one hand for a day $50
Get slimed $70
TikTok dance $90
Relay race with students $120
Wear a costume of student's choice $140
Recreate a scene from a movie $160
Pie in the Face $180

Visit to the EATM Zoo November 18th for 9th and 10th grade
ASG News
ARC “R Word” Presentation
On Friday December 17th participants of the ARC of Ventura County will be visiting our campus and educating our students about the “R Word” and the damaging effects it has on the community of adults and students with disabilities. This is a great opportunity for our students to meet some very special people and have some fun learning and practicing empathy!
Senior Project Mock Interview Hosts WANTED!
HSMC Senior Project is looking for Job Shadow and Mock Interview hosts! If you are in one of the following career fields, and would like to help our seniors explore this career pathway, please contact Mrs. Sandoval at jhendrixsandoval@mrpk.org.
Anesthesiologist
Biomedical engineer
Neural engineer
Social Media
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
Senior Portraits and Quotes WANTED!
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.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-so
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.
Instagram: @thesunin.rags
Yearbook Purchasing Information
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