Wishing you and your family and wonderful holiday season and Happy New Year!

'25-'26 NEWSLETTER SPONSOR:

WiSH would like to thank

Macy's Valencia Town Center

for their generosity - not only did they benefit WiSH through their October Round-Up, but their corporate giving donated an additional $2,000 to WiSH! We are so very grateful for our long-standing partnership!

It's almost the deadline!

SHARE THE LOVE at Hello Subaru on Creekside Road in Valencia gives back to WISH with each vehicle serviced or purchased -

through JANUARY 2ND!

THANK YOU, HELLO SUBARU OF VALENCIA!!

We LOVE you right back!

3rd Annual Variety Showcase

A district-wide talent show for all students, teachers and administrators in the

Hart District.

February 27, 2026

SUBMISSION WINDOW IS OPEN NOW

THROUGH 1/30/26

This webinar series is designed to help college-bound high school students and parents navigate the significant steps in college admissions. Experts from college admissions and planning will help guide families and share best practices so you can be confident and have peace of mind as you approach this exciting time.

All webinars held 5:00 – 6:30 pm

Interactive; Q&A will be moderated through chat

REGISTRATION FOR LIVE WEBINARS IS FREE

Recordings are $35 as a WiSH fundraiser; purchase HERE

Questions? Email wish@hartdistrict.org

Next up:



2/11/26 College Athletic Recruiting 

Led by the team from Student Athlete Advisors, this webinar will demystify the recruitment process for student-athletes. It will include the different types of athletic college opportunities, what special considerations athletes should have, and how students can reach out to relevant coaches. They will also cover new important updates on NCAA rules and regulations.

• A MUST SEE Webinar if your student is interested in playing college-level sports.
• The rules of participation in college sports are changing rapidly – this is a must-attend webinar for athletes and parents of all ages.

3/11/26 College Admissions for Visual & Performing Arts Majors 

This session is a must-see for any student pursuing theater, visual arts, acting, film, music, design, and other creative college majors.

4/15/26 How to Manage Higher Ed Costs – Financial Aid, Scholarships and the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) 

Learn the ins and outs of need-based and merit-based financial aid. Expert advice on searching for scholarships and learning about the fantastic benefits and pricing of the Western Undergraduate Exchange for students living in the Western US. 

• How to navigate and apply for scholarships – local (SCV Scholarships), national, university (institutional) and more
• How to pay for college
• What is WUE? (Western Undergraduate Exchange)
• How does WUE impact my choice?
• Financial aid
• AP transfers
• School size
• The difference between “need based” and “merit based” scholarships
• Why choose an out-of-state school?
• Does my student qualify?
• How can my school counselor assist?
• Resources for the FAFSA

WiSH Upon a Car Showcase

MAY 16, 2026

HYATT VALENCIA PARKING LOT

6-9pm

Interested in sponsorship or being a retail vendor?

Email wish@hartdistrict.org

We work hard - and love to bond a few times a year outside of our board meetings to get inspired and strategize about how we can do more for the students we serve.

Want to be a part of what we do? Reach out to Amy Daniels at wish@hartdistrict.org for more information!

Come take a walk down

2025's WiSH Memory Lane!

WISH is a 501(c)3 public charity that originated in 2011 with a group of community education advocates. WiSH was created to "bridge the gap" in state funding for education and support student programs for the over 21,000 students in the Hart School District - grades 7-12 public schools in the Santa Clarita Valley. Every single penny we raise - through community support, fundraisers and grants - stays in the district and benefits students.

DID YOU KNOW that WiSH supports our homeless, displaced and socioeconomically disadvantaged students, and that approximately 30% of our students are labeled as socioeconomically disadvantaged? DID YOU KNOW that WiSH established/funded wellness centers on campuses district-wide, and that they fund all centers' annual maintenance of renewables and provide support for center programs and resources? DID YOU KNOW that WiSH supports special education, literacy, music, the arts, student health and safety programs, and more?

WiSH’s funding focus is STEAM with an emphasis on Student Wellness, and we continue to benefit every student in the district by providing support where tax dollars fall short.

WiSH strongly believes that all students, no matter their passions or challenges, deserve to have the tools for success.

We are your community nonprofit; whether you have a child in our district or not, our success is your success - we all benefit from great schools in our neighborhoods!

We are grateful for your support.

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WHAT WE'RE FUNDING THIS MONTH:

• Academy of the Canyons

Our Giving Tuesday message from Executive Director Amy Daniels:

I would like to take this time to thank the most amazing and hard working Board of Directors - people I both respect and enjoy spending time with. Our board works hard to make a difference for all students, and they do it with loads of laughter and joy! We are looking for a few more hardworking people to join us - reach out at wish@hartdistrict.org.

On behalf of our board, thank you and Happy Holidays! Best Wishes, Amy

• Alex Hafizi - Chair
• Christy Alben - Vice Chair
• Mariam Nasiry - Secretary
• Tom Engman - Treasurer
• Ed Masterson
• Dawn Begley - immed. past Chair
• Maria Slotsve
• John Minkus
• Dr. Cherise Moore

• Dr. Michael Vierra
• Donna Siegel
• Selina Thomas
• Damien White
• Michelle Malynn
• David Cantrell
• Corey Curties
• Melanie Bowley

We earned our 2025 Guidestar Platinum Badge AND our 2025 Great Nonprofits Badge!

Have you attended our events, been a volunteer or love what we do? Please help us earn our next Great Nonprofits top-rated badge by clicking below and giving us your 5-star rating!

Stories about us from people like you will help us make an even bigger impact in our community.

CLICK HERE TO TELL YOUR 5 STAR STORY!

Thank you for your

continued support.

Please continue to support those businesses that supported our students in 2025!:

• Salt Creek Grille
• Marston's Restaurant
• Egg Plantation Restaurant
• Brewery Draconum
• Kindred Spirits
• Old Town Junction
• The Carbfather
• Olive Terrace Bar & Grill
• Bouquet Vineyard
• Familia Hicks Winery
• Empress 1908 Gin
• Due Nasi Wines
• Andiamo Ape Gelato
• Honu Coffee
• FryDay Eats
• Italia Pasta E Pizza
• Lucky Luke Brewery
• I Love Ice Cream/I Love Tacos
• Double Shot Bar
• Heroes of Color
• School of Rock
• T-Mobile
• VIBE Performing Arts Studio
• A Chorus Line
• Body Shop 661
• Skyline Smiles
• Men's Wearhouse
• Sweet Stems by Christine

• Hello Subaru of Valencia
• Boston Scientific
• California Credit Union
• Variety SoCal
• F3 Law
• Santa Clarita Magazine
• Elite Magazine
• Farmer's Insurance - Damien White Agency
• SmashDaddy's
• SCVTV
• Hyatt Regency Valencia
• Macy's Valencia Town Center
• KHTS
• Peterson Printing
• Jersey Mike's
• The Signal
• Lance Allyn
• QM Design Group
• Valencia High School Jazz Band
• Canyon High School Madrigal Choir
• All Valley Solutions
• Star Dance Center
• Solarverse
• Zonta Club of Santa Clarita Valley

• Mercedes of Valencia
• Galpin Motors
• Lexus of Valencia
• Bucket List Trips
• Bliss Car Wash
• OPO Law Firm
• Stori - Dave Barragan
• Patterson's Collision Center
• Singh Auto Parts
• 6 Degrees HR
• SteamPunk
• Allbright Painting
• Trader Joe's
• Perspire
• Boy Scouts 2B & 2G
• SunRun
• Game Day Men's Health
• Valencia Town Center
• Burrtec
• Josh Premako Photography
• Monte C Wilson Photography
• Via Promotionals
• Sanjay Honda
• C&A Creamery
• Heartland Payroll Services
• Valencia Time
• Soroptimist Int'l of Valencia

Mark your calendars, it's time to get out and MAKE AN IMPACT (we make it easy for you)!

Upcoming Events

Hart District's Got Talent

Friday, February 27, 2026

WiSH Upon a Car Showcase

Saturday, May 31, 2025

SCV Music Festival

Fall 2026

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WiSH receives no outside funding, raising every penny through community donations, events and grants. We appreciate your support!

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