October 1, 2023 | Issue 25
"FJUHSD is the Place to be Supported!"
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Upcoming Board of Trustees Meetings
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Dear FJUHSD Staff, Students, and Community,
Fall is officially here and the first quarter of school will be coming to a close before we know it! The Student Advisory Council recently kicked off their Annual SAC Symposium on September 22, 2023 at SOHS. This was a day filled with energy, spirit networking, and learning that ASB students will carry over to their student bodies for the remainder of the school year. Be sure to take a look at the photos for this day within our newsletter.
Our theme for this month is “FJUHSD is the Place to be Supported.” Inside this month’s newsletter, we have highlighted our Mental Wellness Team! This year, we have staffed each school site with a Mental Health Specialist in addition to our Counseling teams to work collaboratively and provide support to students, family, and staff members.
In addition, we have many awareness days in October. We would like to give a special "Thank you" to our staff for all that they do. We couldn't do it without the support of ALL our FJUHSD employees.
As a reminder, The Great ShakeOut is on October 19, 2023 at 10:19 am. Wishing everyone a wonderful fall and be sure to check out our many resources on our website and social media.
Steve McLaughlin, Ed.D.
Superintendent
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Intro
SAC Symposium (new)
Mental Health Specialists (new)
Administrative Services
Board Meeting Highlights (new)
Shout Outs (new)
Did You Know? (new)
Awareness Days (new)
Technology Services
Tech Tip of the Month (new)
Education/Assessment Services
FLOCK (new)
Suicide Prevention (new)
Parent Enagement Series (new)
Business Services
Donations (new)
SOHS Pool (new)
LHHS Science Classroom (new)
FUHS Pool (new)
School Bus Safety Week (new)
Human Resources
Teacher Signing Day (new)
Administrator Week (new)
We are Hiring Post
Resources
Suicide Prevention Line
CALFRESH - Cash 4 Groceries
More than a Meal
Summer Update/Annual Notice
Subscribe to our Monthly Newsletter
District Tip Line/STOPIT
Pupil Attendance Calendar
Aeries Access
Visit our Website
Student Records Request
Visit our School links (new)
Social Media Handles
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Be Sure to Open the Message to Read the Entire Newsletter |
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Mental Health Specialists
For the first time in the history of FJUHSD, in addition to our outstanding
site counselors, we are proud to announce that we have a dedicated
Mental Health Specialist assigned to each school to support
our students' mental wellness.
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In addition to coordinating schoolwide campaigns such as this month’s
suicide prevention campaign, Mental Health Specialists provide classroom presentations, parent workshops, and various school-based wellness
resources to help students thrive in school. For more information on the wellness systems, services, and resources, please visit the FJUHSD
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Board Meeting Highlights
The Board recognized the following Top Stand-Out Summer Staff & Students at the September 12, 2023 Board Meeting. In addition, new SOHS Assistant Principal Maggie Crail was introduced and congratulated on her new position!
BPHS - Scarlett Sanchez/Marcedes Martell - Students
Paulina Cortez - Teacher
FUHS - Audrey Bea - Student
LHHS - Alex Haro - Student
LV/LSHS - Al Rabanera - Teacher
SOHS - Jeremy Johnson - Teacher
SHHS - Jeff Gordon - Teacher
TRHS - David Kim - Teacher
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Minutes from the meetings of the Board of Trustees can be found on our website.
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The U.S. News & World Report's 2023-2024 Best High Schools released data on nearly 25,000 public high schools in 50 states and the District of Columbia. Sunny Hills (SHHS) and Troy High School (TRHS) made the National list! SHHS ranks #923 and TRHS ranks #204 Nationally! Congratulations to both schools.
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Did You Know?
Way to go FUHS!
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FJUHSD recognizes the following Awareness Days for the
month of October.
California School Bus Safety Month
World Teachers' Day
(10/5)
Week of the School Administrator
(10/8-10/14)
National School Lunch Week
(10/9-10/13)
World Mental Health Day (10/10)
America's Safe Schools Week
(10/14-10/20)
National School Bus Safety Week
(10/16-10/20)
Red Ribbon Week
(10/23-10/31)
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This month we would like to give a special "Thank You" to all of our staff! We couldn't do it without the support of ALL our FJUHSD employees! |
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Held annually on the third Thursday of October, the International ShakeOut Day is set for Thursday, October 19, 2023 at 10:19 am. During the drill, participants practice how to “Drop, Cover, and Hold On”.
Click on the image to learn more about Drop, Cover, and Hold On procedures.
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TECH TIP OF THE MONTH
The FJUHSD Technology Department is here to help!
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The FJUHSD Technology Services Department supports technology for students, teachers, and staff to promote and monitor educational growth at a high standard of excellence. We are committed to providing up-to-date technology while providing a high level of customer service.
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FJUHSD is the Place to be Supported!
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Fullerton Loves Orange County Kids (FLOCK) |
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At each school this September, in recognition of Suicide Prevention Month, students participated in a variety of activities. By writing a positive message on a sticky note spreading hope and awareness or putting their handprint on a HOPE poster, FJUHSD students were able to show solidarity and spread awareness. |
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Donations Given to the District in Support of Our Students
At the Board meeting on September 12, 2023, the following donations were accepted on behalf of the Board.
- Keenan & Associates donated $5,000 in support of the District for Back to School advertising and promotions.
- Tilly's Life Center donated $1,000 to support the Mental Health Center at La Habra High School.
- The Bowery Craft Beer & Pizza donated $8,000 in support of the Circle of Friends Club at Sunny Hills High School.
- Mr. Jeff Sun and Ms. Mei Huang donated $1,139.96 in support of the students at Troy High School.
Thank you for your generous donations!
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Facilities & Construction Updates
Sonora High School - Pool
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We are just days away from completing the new pool at Sonora High School. The pool will be plastered on September 27 and we will begin filling it with water! We anticipate the chemicals to be stabilized within 10-14 days. The scoreboard installation will begin on September 28, just a couple of weeks before the Sonora athletes get to enjoy their own championship facilities. |
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La Habra Science Classroom Modernization Project |
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The new windows, cabinets and whiteboards are currently being installed. We will touch up the paint and the floor installation can begin. Building 100 is scheduled to be completed on October 13 and Building 200 wing is scheduled for completion on October 27. |
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Fullerton Union High School Pool Modernization |
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Demolition is currently underway. The breakers and tractors have removed the deck and are currently inside the pool and making plenty of noise. We are also working on new utility pipes to replace the infrastructure that feeds the area. Demolition should be completed in the next couple of weeks. |
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National School Bus Safety Week
October 16 through October 20, 2023
The third week in October has been a celebrated tradition for the School Bus community since 1970. National School Bus Safety Week was established with one goal in mind; the opportunity to educate bus drivers, students, parents, teachers, school administrators, and mentoring the public about the importance of safety in and around a school bus.
Three Important Safety Tips
- Red lights flashing on a school bus warn motorists to come to a stop when the bus is loading or unloading students.
- School buses transporting students must come to a complete stop at all railroad crossings. Before crossing the tracks the driver must open the passenger door, look and listen in both directions, then proceed when safe.
- School buses have many areas that are blind to the driver. “The danger zone” is a 12 ft. area around the bus where students are most in danger of not being seen by the driver. Be cautious; anytime you see a school bus, always anticipate that students are around.
The bus driver is the most important safety device on the bus. Their ability to operate the vehicle safely and monitor the vehicular movements of other vehicles on the road is what keeps our students safe. So next time you see one of our bus drivers, give them a thumbs up.
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Each year, the District initiates the signing of employment contracts for teachers in their probationary years (Prob-1 and Prob-2) or transitioning into permanent (Tenured) status. Traditionally, this event is conducted at the Education Center/District Office. We are excited to introduce a new and employee-centric approach.
In a sincere effort to foster stronger connections with our school sites and employees, our dedicated, certificated personnel technicians, Marina Devine and Joni Best, visited each site instead of requiring employees to visit the Education Center for the contract signing process.
To make these sessions not only productive but also enjoyable, Marina and Joni have incorporated a thoughtful touch. In addition to facilitating the necessary paperwork, they bring treats and exclusive District "swag" to add a delightful and personalized touch to the experience.
This year's contract signings took place from September 20 to 28, 2023, with specific dates assigned to different school locations:
September 20: La Habra High School
September 21: Sunny Hills High School
September 25: Fullerton Union High School
September 26: Buena Park High School
September 27: La Vista/La Sierra and Troy High School
September 28: Sonora High School
Human Resources believes this approach not only streamlines the contractual process but also reinforces our commitment to creating a supportive and engaging work environment for our certificated staff.
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Happy Administrator Week! |
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October marks the celebration of the Week of the School Administrator, a dedicated period to honor and appreciate the tireless efforts of school leaders who play a pivotal role in shaping the educational landscape. This week serves as a moment to recognize the dedication, innovation, and leadership of school administrators who work tirelessly to create a positive and enriching learning environment. From fostering collaboration among educators to ensuring the smooth operation of schools, these administrators are instrumental in the success of students and the overall educational community.
Let's take a moment in October to express gratitude for their commitment to excellence in education during the Week of the School Administrator.
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Suicide Prevention Lifeline
988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. This dialing code will be available to everyone across the United States.
When people call, text, or chat 988, they will be connected to trained counselors that are part of the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network. These trained counselors will listen, understand how their problems are affecting them, provide support, and connect them to resources if necessary.
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CALFRESH - CASH 4 GROCERIES |
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