Volume 7 Issue 7 | March 2024 | |
In brief...
Spring is here! The first flowers are blooming and we'll soon enter the final stretch of the school year.
The Leigh HSC is seeking volunteers for 2024-25 term board positions, the Leigh Stampede, Grad Night, and more. See the volunteer section below.
The Campbell Union High School District has two important questionnaires open regarding school communication and facilities planning. Links below.
Looking for a quick and easy dinner for Monday night? Join us at Pizza My Heart, 2023 Camden Ave., on March 18 for a chef's night out – proceeds support fundraising for Grad Night 2024. Let them know you're with Leigh!
| Keep reading for HSC updates and highlights from our campus representatives, with updates from the principal, ASB student liaison, teacher liaison, school boosters, and college and career specialist. | |
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The next HSC meeting is Monday, March 25, 7 p.m. in the school library. Everyone is welcome!
Spring Break is April 8-12. No school.
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HSC Volunteer Opportunities | |
Leigh HSC Board
The Leigh HSC is inviting applications for board positions for the 2024-2025 term, specifically seeking a treasurer, recording secretary, and president.
Discover how your talents and commitment can support our essential programs. Let's join forces to drive meaningful change! Questions? Email to president@leighhsc.org
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Leigh Stampede
The Leigh HSC is seeking parent volunteers for Leigh's Stampedes 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, May 18, 2024. Lots of opportunities available on the day of the event and in the weeks prior to the event.
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ASB Spring Carnival
The Leigh Associated Student Body (ASB) is organizing a Spring Fling Dance and Carnival as part of Spring Fling week. Parent assistance is needed for student check-in between 6:30-8 p.m. on March 29.
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CHUSD Survey: School Communication
Share your feedback on Leigh High School with regard to topics such as how well Leigh communicates important information, provides opportunities for your participation, involves you in decision-making, and offers appropriate student supports. Your input matters.
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CHUSD Survey: School Facility Planning
There are significant unmet facility needs on our school campuses, including upgrades to classrooms, science labs, career-training facilities, and more. Please share your opinion on school facilities priorities.
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HSC Recent Expenditures & Grants
The following programs and activities were funded:
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| College & Career Center (CCC)
Food, drinks, and supplies for Career Day | $651 | | Staff Appreciation/Hospitality
February staff treats | $125 | | Staff Appreciation/Hospitality
Meal for staff meeting | $1276 | | Staff Grant
Registration fee for Physics Olympiad | $210 | | HSC Administrative
Reorder checks and envelopes for HSC | $328 | | Staff Grant
SPED TM (Therapeutic Milieu) – Class pet: fish and supplies | $150 | | Staff Grant
History/social science collaboration | $853 | | |
Thanks to the generosity of our community, the HSC has raised $7,545 above our goal of $30,000 for this school year. In addition, $2,613 in corporate matching was raised above our goal of $10,000. Allocation of these additional funds was approved at the February HSC meeting. | |
| Administrative | $200
| | Hospitality | $500 | | Staff Grant | $9,458 | | |
It's not too late to donate!
Leigh Home & School Club
5210 Leigh Ave.
San Jose, CA 95124
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Corporate Matching
If you have already donated to the Home & School Club, check out our Double the Donation online tool to quickly and easily see if your employer will match your donation.
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Leigh High School Home and School Club is an all volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Tax ID # is 77-0199809. All donations are tax-deductible.
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Longhorn Stampede 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, May 18, 2024
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Leigh's 8th Annual Longhorn Stampede 5K Run/Walk will take place on Saturday, May 18, 2024. This event only happens because of all the amazing volunteers who help in the days prior to and on the day of the event. And we need MANY volunteers! Watch the video below to learn about all the opportunities available.
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Senior Parents: Purchase Grad Night Tickets
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We are so excited to have this year’s Grad Night at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk! This is a safe and sober event for the entire class of 2024. It will be the ultimate grad party!
This event is organized by the Home & School Club Grad Night Committee. Thank you to all our parent volunteers!
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Fundraising Activities For Grad Night
- Dining night out at Pizza My Heart – March 18, 2024
- Online auction for reserved parking and seating at graduation
- Custom lawn signs for Leigh graduates (coming soon)
- Donation requests – When purchasing a ticket, consider donating the price or partial price of a ticket as a scholarship for other Leigh seniors who may need help to enjoy this celebration.
- Goodwill donation truck: March 31 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the Leigh parking lot. All donations are tax-deductible.
Acceptable items: adult and children's clothing, shoes and boots, accessories, toys, books, small household appliances, electronics, e-waste
Non-Acceptable items: hazardous materials or fluids, flammable items, trash, weapons, food, furniture and appliances
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Fundraiser: Dine Out at Pizza My Heart
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Campus Representative Updates | |
At each HSC meeting, campus representatives share important reports and insights. | |
Principal's Highlights
Brandon Wall
School Survey
We're encouraging students, staff, and parents to participate, with a special call for more parent responses! Please take a few minutes to complete the Leigh school survey.
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
All high schools and colleges have to be WASC accredited for a student's diploma to be valid. WASC is typically a six-year cycle between full self-study visits, with mid-year visits and progress reports along the way. Leigh's admin and WASC Coordinator (Ms. Pantoja) have been working on the WASC progress report that is due on March 14. The entire staff will review the report during the March 13 collaboration day for final edits.
Leigh has a one-day virtual check-in meeting for WASC on April 25. The full self-study visit is scheduled for 2025-2026.
Leigh is currently a WASC-accredited school. Learn more about WASC and view reports from prior years.
Second Grading Period & Intervention Tutorial
February 26 started the new grading period, with Intervention Tutorial kicking off on March 24. Students needing intervention will be notified by their teachers.
Narcan Parent Training
On March 7, Leigh hosted a parent Narcan training event in the cafeteria.
Staff Professional Development on Minimum Day
Staff explored affective language for classroom behavior, distinguishing between permissive, neglectful, punitive, and restorative approaches. Through rotating stations, they practiced responding to scenarios with affective language, recording their strategies
Valentine's Day at Leigh
Students found valentines hidden around campus, earning candy at lunch, while staff received treat bags, all thanks to our ASB and Home and School Club's efforts to make the day special!
Storm Damage Update
Last month's storm led to the removal of our iconic stadium entrance sign from 1998. A new sign is on the way, though installation may face delays due to frame damage.
Read Principal Wall's full report.
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College and Career Specialist
Nathalie Goricanec
- The junior workshop series is underway.
- The CCC is bustling with students at lunch and after school, shared with the homework center.
- Career day was successful. Thank you to all of the parents who participated.
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CUHSD Board Trustee
James Kim
- In December 2023, the district received a new Long-Term (20 Year) Facilities Master Plan that provides a road map for capital improvements to the district's educational facilities. View the Facilities Master Plan.
- Parents are encouraged to complete the District's facilities survey. Please share your feedback on changes you would like to see on our school campuses.
- Applications for Student Board Member and Superintendent's Student Advisory Council are now open. Deadline to apply is Thursday, April 4, 11:59 p.m. Application Form | More info & FAQ.
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President's Council — Meeting with the District Superintendent
Kerry Haywood
- The district plans to increase accessible SAT tests next year due to recognized need.
- State budget instability prompts conservative budget planning.
- Measure AA bond funds are nearly depleted. The district is looking at placing a bond on the November ballot.
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The Home & School Club supports the academic and social-emotional well-being of all students at Leigh High School. There are three additional booster clubs at Leigh that support extra-curricular activities. All boosters operate independently of each other. | |
Sports Boosters
Sports Booster Website
- Sports teams are thriving; varsity badminton boasts 40 players.
- Despite low fundraising, essential expenses are covered. The next fundraiser is at Kendra Scott in May.
- A recent Dining Night Out saw issues with Chick-fil-A order counts.
- Senior cords and books are on order, marking potentially the last year for senior books, a tradition born from the Covid-impacted class.
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Performing Arts Parent Association
PAPA Website
PAPA is a volunteer-run organization, supporting all of the performing arts students, teachers, staff and organizations at Leigh High School. Financial support is provided by a combination of general fundraisers, program-specific fundraisers, and parent and community donations.
- Auction/dinner was held Feb. 3.
- See’s candy sale is starting soon.
- Annual mattress sale is scheduled for April 21.
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Relay for Life Event
The Relay for Life is scheduled for April 26, 6 p.m. to April 27, 4 p.m. at Dartmouth Middle School, marking the 15th anniversary of the Cambrian Relay for Life.
The Leigh High School community is encourage to form one or two teams to boost community engagement.
The event will feature vendors, booths, new activities, and a special tribute to "Hometown heroes" cancer survivors.
Volunteer and Sponsorship Needs
Relay for Life is seeking assistance with sponsorships, flyer distribution, and volunteer support.
Contact Jim Petroff at jimpetroff@yahoo.com or (408) 202-3623.
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Save the Date!
We'll see you at the next HSC meeting Monday, March 25, 7 p.m. in the school library. Everyone is welcome!
Minutes from past meetings and dates of upcoming meetings can be found on the HSC website.
Contact us any time with questions or suggestions at president@leighhsc.org.
| Find information, volunteer opportunities, and photos at our website leighhsc.org. | |
Leigh High School Home and School Club is an all volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Tax ID # is 77-0199809. All donations are tax-deductible. | | | | |
