GANESHA PARENT NEWSLETTER

NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH - SEPTEMBER 2023

September is Suicide Prevention Month — a time to raise awareness of this stigmatized, and often taboo, topic. Suicidal thoughts, much like mental health conditions, can affect anyone regardless of age, gender or background. In fact, suicide is often the result of an untreated mental health condition. Suicidal thoughts, although common, should not be considered normal and often indicate more serious issues. After years of advocacy and preparation, 988 is now available nationwide as the new number to contact for mental health, substance use and suicide crises — a simple, easy-to-remember way for people to get help. This new number will allow people to quickly connect with support during a crisis, 24/7, no matter where they live" (NAMI).

IMPORTANT DATES

September 4: Labor Day - No School
September 6: Minimum Day
September 7: Coffee With School Leaders
September 12: No School- Pupil Free Day
September 13: Back To School Night
September 15 - October 15: Hispanic Heritage Month
September 21: Parent Workshop
September 22: Youth Night Resource Fair
September 25: S.S.C Meeting
September 28: SAC/ELAC Meeting

GHS Centralized Calendar

Pomona Unified Community Schools Team shared school resources with students and families at the Pomona PD National Night Out.

GANESHA HIGH SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

Music Department Fundraiser - Wednesday, September 13th.

Homecoming Season is Here!

The campus is buzzing with Homecoming 2023 elections, the game and of course the dance. ASB has Spirit Days and competitions planned for all to enjoy!

September 7: Football game vs. Workman HS
September 18-22: National Suicide Prevention Week
September 22: Football game Vs. California City (YOUTH NIGHT)
September 25-29: Homecoming Spirit week
September 29: Homecoming Rally/ Football game vs. Wilson
September 30: Homecoming Dance

YOUTH NIGHT

COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

Suicide prevention and awareness week September 18th- 22nd

Students will have the opportunity to join the Community Schools Team . We will be handing out resources and information to help spread awareness about suicide prevention. Students will be invited to play games during lunch to increase awareness about the resources and supports available on campus.

SCHOOL COUNSELORS

The counseling team utilizes a holistic counseling approach where the collective needs of each student are considered as being key to formulating an educational plan that is specific to your students' learning and transition goals. Students are challenged to understand the educational and workforce demands of the 21st century and work closely with counselors to identify future career goals, and align them with an array of college and post-secondary learning opportunities. Parents, if you need to speak to a counselor please email them or contact them at 909-397-4400.

The Counseling Team

Mr. Koch

Room 44

Ext. 30205

larry.koch@pusd.org

Ms. Magallon

Room 44

Ext.30210

janette.magallon@pusd.org

Mrs. Escalera

Room 43

Ext. 30207

rosemary.escalera@pusd.org

Mrs. Acevedo

Room 43

Ext. 30206

nichole.harris@pusd.org

RESOURCE CENTER

Make sure to come by the RC in room 22 for tutoring, homework support and printing services. Every time you sign-in with us you receive points toward a prize!

Tutoring Services are held in Room 22

Hours: M - Th 8:00am-8:30am

-During Lunch

-3:30pm-4:30pm

F 8:00a.m - 9:00a.m

-During Lunch

For more information contact:

Erin Lariviere, Resource Teacher

Erin.Lariviere@pusd.org
Ext. 30154

PARENT INVOLVEMENT MEETINGS and WORKSHOPS

Please join us IN PERSON this year for all of our Parent Involvement Meetings and Workshops

COLLEGE AND CAREER

Important Announcements/Dates

Presentations for the month of September

La Sierra University (Criminal Justice Program) - September 6th
UC Berkeley - September 7th
Cal Poly Pomona (Project CAMINOS) - September 11th
UC Davis - September 13th
National Guard - September 18th
UC Santa Barbara (Virtual) - September 27th
Lewis & Clark College - September 29th

WORK PERMITS

You can pick up a work permit from Ms. Ortega or Ms. B in the Career Center (Rm. 45)

Ms. Moulton in room 11 signs them!

SAT and ACT

SAT and ACT have become optional in many institutions.

We highly recommend you check out the testing requirements for the school you are applying to.

UC APPLICATION is OPEN!!

You can view and work on the application, I highly recommend you get started on PIQs

Application filing period is

October 1st - November 30th

CSU APPLICATION

Opens October 1st!!!

FAFSA and DREAM ACT Application Open Soon!

CollegeBoard Opportunity Scholarship

$500 to $40,000 scholarship

https://opportunity.collegeboard.org/

*Pick up a list of monthly scholarship opportunities from the Career Center!

SEPTEMBER IS

ATTENDANCE AWARENESS MONTH

Parents and families: you are essential partners in promoting good attendance. Keep your child on track in High School. A student who is chronically absent in high school is 7.4X more likely to dropout. What you can do:

Set expectations for good attendance
Make getting your child to school on time every day a top priority
Monitor your child's absences; frequent absences can affect your child's academic success
Seek help from school staff if you need support