Norco Cougar Tracks

January 27, 2023

CNUSD ATHLETIC EVENTS POLICY UPDATE

CLICK HERE Thank you for your support and partnership in our commitment for safe schools.

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Monday, January 30, 2023

Tuesday, January 31, 2023

Sports:

  • Girls Water Polo League Cluster at Norco High
  • Girls Basketball @ MLK
  • Girls Soccer @ MLK
  • Boys Basketball vs. MLK
  • Boys Soccer vs. MLK

Wednesday, February 1, 2023

LATE START: School starts at 9:50am

Thursday, February 2, 2023

Sports:

  • Girls Water Polo League Finals at Norco High
  • Girls Basketball vs. Roosevelt
  • Girls Soccer vs. Roosevelt
  • Boys Basketball @ Roosevelt
  • Boys Soccer @ Roosevelt

Friday, February 3, 2023

Sports:

  • Wrestling League Finals @ Corona

Saturday, February 4, 2023

8:00pm-12:00pm Academic Saturday School
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NO RELEASE AFTER 3:00PM

Cut off time for checking out a student early is 3:00 pm


(30 minutes prior to the bell at the end of the day) - no exceptions.


**WE DO NOT ACCEPT OVER THE PHONE OR EMAIL REQUESTS TO ALLOW YOUR STUDENT TO BE RELEASED EARLY**


  • To check out your student out of school early - a parent/guardian or the individual(s) listed on the students' emergency contacts are the ONLY allowed persons that may sign out the student in the attendance office. Individual MUST be present and have a photo ID Card or passport for verification as student safety is our utmost concern.
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SENIORS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE FAFSA

California now requires all high school seniors to complete the Free Application for Student Aid, FAFSA, or the California Dream Act Application, CADAA . Beginning in October, counselors across the district will be involved in assisting all senior students in completion of the FAFSA or CADAA as required by the state of California. The FAFSA and CADAA are the applications for federal and state student aid that help students pay for college.
FAFSA or CADAA

CLICK HERE to learn about FAFSA or CADAA

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Graduation Gowns

CLICK HERE to request a loaner cap and gown for graduation.


CLICK HERE if you would like to purchase your cap and gown for graduation.

Scholarships for Norco High Students

The Counseling Department works to find qualifying scholarships offered to our Norco High School Seniors. Local scholarships available to all Norco High Seniors are updated annually by the Scholarships Coordinator. Seniors who are awarded scholarship awards are recognized at the Senior Awards Night held in May of each academic year.


Go to Google Classroom and join with the code: yvnadmr


Or google classroom invite link (because it's a google classroom): https://classroom.google.com/c/NTQ5NzM4NDMyMTMw?cjc=yvnadmr


Completed applications are due Friday, February 10, 2023. Late & incomplete applications will not be accepted.


Seniors: Sign up and request your letters of recommendation now! What do you have to lose other than the opportunity for free money?

Class of 2023 Scholarship Google Classroom

CLICK HERE to access scholarship information.

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2023-2023 Course Selection

Click on your 2023-2024 Grade Level for Course Options:


CLICK HERE to select your courses. Link will open on January 29, 2023.

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ELPAC Testing

Individual Testing (speaking)

11th & 12th grades will begin testing on Wednesday February 1st @ 7:40am and continue to test before and after school in the library. These students will receive an invitation with their designated date and time. We want to avoid students being pulled from their classes during the school day and want to give our juniors as much time in between ELPAC and CAASPP.


Group Testing (listening, reading, writing)


  • 9th grade Tuesday February 7th: periods 1,2, 3
  • 10th grade Thursday February 9th: periods 1, 2, 3
  • 11th grade Tuesday February 14th: periods 1, 2, 3
  • 12th grade Thursday February 16th: periods 1, 2, 3



Beginning on Thursday January 12, 2023 the EL Coordinator will begin to meet with each student individually to provide them with a flyer and remind them to bring the following items with them:

  1. Charged Chromebooks with charger
  2. Earbuds
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Dual Enrollment - Norco College

Visit the Career Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays during lunch for more information on how to earn college credit for FREE while you are still in high school.
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FREE Online Tutoring

Students (and adults) now have access to 24/7 live tutoring through CA Public Library HelpNow. Link to access tutoring: https://www.library.ca.gov/services/to-libraries/online-tutoring/
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Student ID Cards

ALL Norco High School students MUST have their physical ID on them at all times while on campus. If students cannot produce their current 22-23 Norco High School student ID card when asked, the following will occur:

  • Sent immediately to Attendance Office
  • Verify they are a current student
  • Receive a NEW ID card
  • $10 obligation will be placed on their Norco student account.


Thank you for helping us keep Norco High School a safe and positive learning environment for all.

Front Office Drop Offs

In order to ensure school safety, drop offs in the front office are limited to ACADEMIC related drop offs. This means that ONLY homework or projects may be left in the office with the receptionist. Students will not be called out of class to collect drop off items. Items that are NOT allowed to be dropped off are:

  • Sealed Bags
  • Medication (contact health clerk if this is a need)
  • Cell Phones
  • Balloons
  • Flowers
  • Money
  • Wallets/Purses
  • Gifts
  • Food


Thank you in advance for keeping our front office a place of business.

No Food Delivery Services Accepted

Norco High School does NOT allow students to receive ANY Food Delivery at any time during the school day (including but not limited to; Uber Eats, Doordash, Grub Hub, etc.) Students are NOT allowed to order food and have it delivered to our campus. Deliveries will be turned away.


If you are the parent/guardian of a Norco student, you are still welcomed to drop food off for lunch to your student(s). Here is your process:

  • Check in to the Attendance Office with your California State ID.
  • Attendance clerks will verify you in our student information system.
  • You will need to notify your student to pick up the delivery. Students will not be allowed to leave class to retrieve items. They will need to come during lunch.
  • Parent/guardian will need to wait in attendance office until students retrieves delivery.

FREE MEALS FOR THE 2022-23 SCHOOL YEAR

All CNUSD students will receive free meals regardless of their eligibility for the 2022-23 school year.


Please note: Parents are still encouraged to fill out the free or reduced meals application as you may qualify for additional services, such as waived SAT/PSAT fees, CalWORKS, and more. Click here to learn more about the free or reduced meal program.
Click Here to Complete the Meal Application!

We encourage ALL of our families to complete a meal application. You never know what your student may qualify for.

CNUSD Parent-Student Handbook

The State of California requires that all school districts provide parents and guardians with certain notices from the California Code of Regulations, the California Education Code and other laws and regulations relative to the operation of our local public school system. Throughout the year you will receive additional important information from your child’s school. Questions concerning the content of the Parent-Student Handbook should be directed to the principal of the student’s school of attendance or contact the Department of Student Services at (951) 736- 5111. We encourage you to visit your child’s school and to communicate frequently with the teachers and other staff members.


DONATION OPPORTUNITY

CLICK HERE to view our Amazon Wish List to support students & staff.

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January Activities Calendar

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Zen Den Activities

THIS WEEK IN THE ZEND DEN (Room B27).

The Zen Den activity starts approximately 10 minutes into lunch.


Tuesday = Beaded Meditation Stick with Mrs. Dani.
Wednesday = Confidence Meditation with Mrs. Weinkauf.


ALL STAFF & STUDENTS ARE WELCOME! WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

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2023 CIF Southern Section FORD Boys CIF Dual Meet Wrestling Championships

Congratulations to our Boys Varsity Wrestling Team! They have qualified for the 2023 CIF Southern Section FORD Boys CIF Dual Meet Wrestling Championships.


Date: Saturday, January 28, 2023

Time: 9:00am

Location: Villa Park High School


2022-2023 Boys Wrestling Brackets: https://cifss.org/brackets/2023-boys-dual-wrestling/

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Athletic Clearance Packets are ONLINE

Athletic Clearance Packets: CLICK HERE
  • All athletes must complete and submit a new Athletic Clearance Packet every school year in order to be cleared to participate in any sport.
  • Yearly athletic clearance packets are required for all athletes (new and returning).
  • Packets must be submitted before students can participate in tryouts, practice, or summer workouts.


For more information about Athletics at Norco High School CLICK HERE to be directed to our athletic webpage.

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CIF State - Sportsmanship: "Be the Change"
NFHS Sportsmanship Course

Sportsmanship is the foundation for interscholastic sports and activities. In this course, you will learn the definition of sportsmanship and highlights of what good sportsmanship looks and sounds like. FREE COURSE - CLICK HERE

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Norco College Information Nights

Scan QR code on to get more information.
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Saturday, January 28, 2023

Winter Formal - Riverside Municipal Auditorium

Tuesday, February 7, 2023

MINIMUM DAY - Student Dismissal at 12:45pm

Monday, February 13, 2023

NO SCHOOL

Monday, February 20, 2023

NO SCHOOL

Monday, April 3 - Friday, April 7, 2023

NO SCHOOL - Spring Break
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Happier January 2023

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The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline has a new three-digit dialing code, 988, which will connect individuals with trained counselors who can provide support and resources. The current Lifeline number will remain available. For more information CLICK HERE.
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PSTA Online Membership

You can now join NHS PTSA easily on the TOTEM online e-membership system. CLICK HERE

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