The Friday Forecast

THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 11 - SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Get Connected | Club Fair Starts Next Week!

Our Club Fair is just around the corner, starting next week and running every day during lunch. We've got a fantastic lineup of over 75 clubs waiting for you to explore and join. To plan your visits, you can check out the schedule of clubs and the days they'll be set up during lunch by clicking the link below. Remember, getting connected and plugged in is ESSENTIAL to make the most of your high school experience. Don't miss out! See you at the Club Fair!

IMPORTANT EVENTS SEPT 11 - SEPT 15, 2023

MONDAY - SEPTEMBER 11

  • *Periods 1-6 Regular Day Schedule - 8:30 am-3:25 pm
  • Club Fair Week Begins | Every day during lunch
  • Girls’ soccer tryouts will start at 6:30 and will continue throughout the week
  • PSAT Make-Up Date/Last Day To Purchase for 10th & 11th grade 3:00 pm-4:00 pm in the Library

  • C/O 2027 Officer Applications DUE TODAY

  • Walnut High Community Club Meeting - 6:30 pm in the Library


TUESDAY - SEPTEMBER 12

  • *Periods 3-4 & 5-6 Tutorial Schedule - 8:30 am-3:25 pm
  • Cal Poly Representative during tutorial & lunch in the Career Center


WEDNESDAY - SEPTEMBER 13

  • *Periods 1-4 Collaboration Day Schedule - 8:30 am-2:40 pm


THURSDAY - SEPTEMBER 14

  • *Periods 1-2 & 5-6 Tutorial Schedule - 8:30 am-3:25 pm
  • College Fair Night - 6:00 pm-8:30 pm | Guest Speaker in the PAC from 6:00 - 7:00 pm & College Reps in the Gym from 7:00 -8:30 pm.


FRIDAY - SEPTEMBER 15

  • *Periods 1-6 Regular Day Schedule - 8:30 am-3:25 pm
  • Student Make-up Picture Day (grades 9-11 only) 8 am- 4 pm in the MPR
2023-2024 Athletic Event Calendar

Click here for all athletic games and contests.

News and Announcements

REMEMBERING THOSE WHO LOST THEIR LIVES ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2001

On Monday, we remember those who lost their lives 22 years ago. ⁣

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Thank you, Mr. Landis, for continuing to teach our students about this event so we will never forget it. The video below is from 2019, where Walnut High School clubs have unified since 2011 to place American flags on the front lawn of Walnut High School, with each flag representing a lost life on 9/11/2001.


Mr. Landis and Ms. Takahashi's ADP class placed the flags in front of our school today for our community to view as they drive by. The flags will be placed out in front of our school all weekend and all day Monday. #NeverForget

Walnut High School Remember 9/11

WVUSD College Fair at WHS | September 14

WVUSD College Night! Join us Thursday, September 14 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at WHS. Please pre-register HERE or scan QR code.


Guest Speaker: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (PAC) – Paul Kanarek of Collegewise and Princeton Review will discuss shifts in admissions landscape and provide updated information to assist family’s college admissions journey.


College Fair: 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. (Gym) Get the chance to speak to college representatives from all around the country.


*This event is in collaboration with Diamond Bar High and Ron Hockwalt Academies students.

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Rendezvous HOCO 2k23

Walnut High ASB presents "Rendezvous" - Homecoming 2k23!


Live music, DJ, Crepes, Laser, Lights, Italian Ice, Photo Booths, Pizza, Life size games, and more to come!


📍WHS Gym


🗓September 23, 2023


⏰6-10PM

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Last Chance to Purchase PSAT for Juniors and Sophomores!

Walnut High School is hosting the PSAT on October 14 at WHS! Your last chance to purchase is September 11th after school. See the flyer below for more information!
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Walnut High Community Club Meeting Dates!

Do you want to know what is happening at WHS and WVUSD? Mark your calendars! We are a group of mothers, fathers and family members that work together to support the needs of our Walnut High students, staff and faculty.


Join us on the dates below! Our first meeting is this upcoming Monday in the library at 6:30 pm.

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📣 Free Geometry and Algebra 2 Tutoring Available! 📚

📣 Free Geometry and Algebra 2 Tutoring Available! 📚

We're excited to announce that we will be offering free tutoring for Geometry and Algebra 2 starting next week!


📅 When: Every Tuesday and Thursday

🕒 Time: 3:35 PM - 4:35 PM

📍 Where: Algebra 2 with Mr. Luu in E-12 & Geometry with Mr. An in E-13.


Our Math Teachers are here to help you succeed. Whether you're looking for extra support, struggling with a particular topic, or want to reinforce your skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you!


Why attend?

✅ Get one-on-one or small group assistance.

✅ Clarify any questions you may have for homework or a previous lesson.

✅ Improve your understanding of challenging concepts.

✅ Boost your confidence in Geometry and Algebra 2.


No need to sign up in advance—simply show up with your questions and a willingness to learn.

📣 Free Geometry and Algebra 2 Tutoring Available! 📚

MAKE UP PICTURES | SEPTEMBER 15

Did you miss picture day? Make-up picture day for students in grades 9-11 will be on Friday, September 15 from 8 am- 4 pm in the MPR.


Check out the picture packages (although it says Walnut Middle School).


Don't miss your chance to be in the yearbook! Be sure to take your photo on the make-up day.

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Seniors! Submit your senior quote for the yearbook

Seniors! Submit your senior quote using the link or QR code on the flyer. More detailed instructions are on the Google form. Your senior quote will be with your name and senior portrait in the yearbook. Due no later than September 30 by 11:59 p.m.
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Please Lock Your Bikes Up!

Please Lock Your Bikes Up!

We want to ensure the safety and security of your bicycles while they are on our school campus.


Why Locking Up Matters:

Bicycles left unsecured can be vulnerable to theft, especially after-school hours. To prevent such incidents and protect your investment, please use a sturdy lock whenever you park your bike on campus.


Locking Tips:

  1. Use a Quality Lock: Invest in a good-quality lock that is difficult to cut or break.

  2. Lock to Designated Areas: Only park and lock your bike in designated bike racks by the K building student lot or in front of the school entrance.

  3. Secure All Parts: Lock both the frame and the wheels to the rack or post.


Thank you for being so cooperative in keeping our campus secure for everyone.

Please Lock Your Bikes Up!

Mental health resources available for students

With the start of a new school year, WHS wants you to know help is always here! Click below to read more about mental health supports provided for our students.


Article written by Cathy Li.

Yearbook Early Bird Sale still on!

Missed buying a yearbook during summer registration? It's not too late.
  • $95 until October 1
  • $100 Oct. 2-Jan. 31
  • $110 Feb. 1-April 15


Purchase at ASB with cash, check or credit card or buy online and pay with credit card!

Link to purchase: www.yearbookordercenter.com
School order number: 2864

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Girls Soccer Tryouts Starts Monday!

Girls Soccer tryouts start on Monday, September 11. You must be cleared to try out. Additional information can be found on the flyer below.
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Girls water polo tryouts are coming soon!!

We will be having tryouts on Sept 28-29th @ 6:00-7:30pm!! If you have any questions makes sure to DM us or email us. You can even come after to school and talk to the coaches in person! Make sure to check out our “what to bring to tryouts” list to make sure you’re prepared for tryouts! We hope to see you there!
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STUDENT VOICE IN ACTION : STUDENT THINK TANK

Don't miss out! The first Student Think Tank Meeting of 2023 is on 9/21 during lunch. Lunch will be provided. Each meeting, the Student Think Tank covers a goal or area of growth that we work on as a group.


The purpose of the Student Think Tank is to create and implement goals through student input into areas that impact student performance, safety and security, mental health, and other areas of concern. It's not too late to join! If interested, please fill out the form below with your WVUSD google account!

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Come out and support Boys Water Polo | 9/21

Head to Panda Express on September 21 to support Boys Water Polo. 28% of the sales will go directly to the Boys Water Polo program.
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IMPORTANT: DO YOU HAVE INTENTIONS OF PLAYING COLLEGIATE ATHLETICS?!

Are you a student-athlete dreaming of playing your sport at the NCAA level? Invest in your future and spend an hour on Sunday, September 17, from 5-6 p.m. Eastern time, understanding the requirements and how to prepare for NCAA certification. Join NCAA Eligibility Center staff, who will walk you through what you need to do to compete at the NCAA Division I, II or III level. Staff will be answering questions live during the presentation, so come prepared to learn how to take your game to the next level! Click below to register!
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CSF Applications Now Available

Apply now to join CSF (California Scholarship Federation).

Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors may apply. You must apply with last semester's official grades.

Link to application: https://forms.gle/EWkZD2hR3NyQ79GJ7

The deadline to apply is September 22nd, 3:25 pm PST.

After viewing the application, should you still have questions, email Leah Turner-Gibbs at lturner-gibbs@wvusd.org.


If you would like help with your application or calculating points, there will be two workshops in P7 at Lunch on Wednesday, August 23rd, and Wednesday, August 30th.

WHS Career Center | September Events

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PLEASE EXIT CAMPUS IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A 6TH PERIOD

Students without a 6th-period class must immediately exit campus (E-F gate) after their 5th-period class. Thank you for your support in keeping our campus safe! Students continually caught wandering around campus will be assigned a 6th-period class.

STUDENT PARKING

Parking permits are required for students to park in the student lot. A student must have a parking permit to park in the student lot located by the Softball Field. In order to receive a parking permit, the student must complete the on-line application, HERE. The requirements are listed below:


  • Complete Student Parking Application
  • Download California Driver's License
  • Download evidence of vehicle insurance coverage with student listed as insured driver


Once the Parking Application is completed stickers will be issued by Mrs. Markel at the Assistant Principal's office. If you had a parking decal last year, you MUST complete the form again this year and replace your old sticker. You must display the sticker on your car before parking in our lot. You have until the end of the week to pick up your sticker. WVUSD is NOT responsible for any damage or theft of the vehicle, this includes any articles left in it.

Walnut High School Heat Protocol for Outdoor Activities

As we are experiencing hot and humid weather, we wanted to share how we handle excessive heat for our students involved in extracurricular outdoor activities. Our athletic trainer continuously monitors the weather with a wet bulb globe temperature thermometer.


Let’s take preventative measures and let’s keep reminding our students of the importance of nutrition and hydration (water + electrolytes) on a daily basis as we tackle these hot days!


Click below for the Walnut High School Wet Bulb Temperature Protocol.

FREE AFTER SCHOOL TUTORING

Swing by the Library after school for FREE tutoring! Student tutors will be there Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 3:30pm-5:00pm and available to help our students study for tests, assist with homework problems, or help answer any questions!
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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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DO YOU NEED A CHROMEBOOK FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR?

DO YOU NEED A CHROMEBOOK FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR?

District owned Chromebooks are made available for checkout to students who choose not to bring their own device to school.


All students checking out a device will be expected to fill out the online Chromebook User Agreement . Students will not receive a Chromebook until they have filled out the form.

DO YOU NEED A CHROMEBOOK FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR?

SCHOOL LUNCH POLICY

Due to many problems and safety issues we DO NOT allow student lunches to be delivered anywhere on campus.


Food, drinks or other items are NOT to be passed to students through the fence. This is strictly prohibited.


Outside Food Delivery Services such as UBER Eats/Door Dash is strictly prohibited. Food will be confiscated if deliveries are dropped off.


We understand the importance of student nutrition but we encourage students to either use the free lunch at school or bring their lunch from home.

NEED TRANSCRIPTS?

NEED TRANSCRIPTS?

If you need a transcript, you can see it on your Student Portal or go to our website at www.walnuths.net and click under the students tab. Make an account on Parchment and view it free or have one sent. If you need it in another format, please contact our front office for help!
NEED TRANSCRIPTS?

ASB Publication - Important Dates

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COUNSELING CORNER

GLC LISTING

GRADE 9 (Class of 2027)

Corolar Schultz (A-LI) cschultz@wvusd.org

Jeff Jacks (LO-Z) jjacks@wvusd.org


GRADE 10 (Class of 2026)

Jennifer Tucker (A-LL) jtucker@wvusd.org

Morgan Galeener (LO-Z) mgaleener@wvusd.org


GRADE 11 (Class of 2025)

Wil Lares (A-LO) wlares@wvusd.org

Sonia Nunez (LU-Z) snunez@wvusd.org


GRADE 12 (Class of 2024)

Nathan Newman (A-LI) nnewman@wvusd.org

Jenny Alegre (LO-Z) aalegre@wvusd.org


ADP (Academic Design Program)

Viviana Hoyos vhoyos@wvusd.org


Intervention Counselor

Jennifer Peiten jLPeiten@wvusd.org

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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.

2023-2024 Rules & Expectations at Walnut High School

During summer registration, students and their guardians watched the rules and expectations video for the upcoming school year. If you did not have a chance to watch it, please take a minute to view the video to help you be successful this year!


Parents: One thing you will notice this year are tardy or cell phone detention automated emails. If your child was issued a detention for excessive tardies or a cell phone violation, you will get an email with information on the detention they need to serve.

2023-24 Walnut High School Rules and Expectations Video

ATTENDANCE COUNTS!

Please remember that attendance counts, every period, every day. Students will be marked absent if they are not at the beginning of each period to verify their attendance.


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.


Attendance Reporting Hotline:

11 & 12 Grades: 909- 444-3642

9 & 10 Grades : 909 - 444-3625

Walnut High School

Walnut High School

Walnut High School

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