Fullerton Union High School

Friday, May 10, 2024

Semester 2, Week 17

We Are The Heart of Fullerton! ❤️

Newsletter Highlights

CELEBRATIONS

ACTIVITIES

ANNOUNCEMENTS

FUHS COUNSELING

COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER

ATHLETICS

SUPERINTENDENT'S NEWSLETTER

COMMUNITY NEWS

MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES

PTSA

Oak Commons Website Link

Celebrations

FJUHSD Student Board Member Announced!

We are thrilled to announce and congratulate Noelle Lidyoff on her selection as the FJUSHD Student Board Member for the 2024-2025 school year! Not only will she serve as a representative of our district, but she will also proudly represent Fullerton Union High School. We are especially proud to note that Noelle is the first student from FUHS to hold this position in over a decade!Let's congratulate Noelle for this outstanding achievement and for proudly representing our school community on the district level!

Teacher Heroes!

This week, we've had the pleasure of celebrating our incredible teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week! While we've enjoyed providing treats and lunch to show our gratitude, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt appreciation for everything they do. Our teachers go above and beyond every day, not just in delivering lessons, but in the care and support they provide to our students. Their dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to student success are what truly drive our school forward. Let's continue to show our gratitude and support for our amazing teachers, who are the heart and soul of our school community! 

Big Wrestling News:

Congratulations to Chloe Ortiz, Ashlyn Vasquez and DeShawn Cobbs on being named for the 2024 All-County Wrestling Team by the Orange County Wrestling Coaches Association. In addition, a giant congratulations to our head wrestling coach, Jason Baxter. Coach Baxter was named the OCWCA Girls Wrestling Coach of the Year from the Freeway League. Coach Baxter guided our Girls Wrestling Team to the first League Title in school history. We are so grateful for Coach Baxter and all the hard work he has put into our Wrestling programs.


Agriculture Academy - FFA

 Incredible news from our FFA program! We're thrilled to announce that two of our very own Fullerton students have been elected to serve in leadership roles for the Orange Section FFA. Abbey Lucey will be taking on the prestigious role of Orange Section FFA President next year, while Charlotte Meek will be serving as the Orange Section FFA Sentinel. We couldn't be prouder of these remarkable young women, who consistently demonstrate dedication, hard work, and exemplary leadership.

Speech and Debate

A huge congratulations to our Speech and Debate program for their outstanding victories! We are thrilled to announce that our talented students have once again showcased their exceptional skills and dedication, bringing home several impressive wins. Whether it's delivering powerful speeches, engaging in persuasive debates, or mastering the art of public speaking, our team continues to excel with grace and confidence. Let's celebrate this well-deserved success and continue to support our Speech and Debate program as they soar to even greater heights! On to Nationals!

Amazing Culinary Talent!

A huge congratulations to our talented culinary students for their impressive wins in the Best Cakes Contest! We are thrilled to announce the following winning teams:

🥇 NEW MEXICO Restaurant II students:

Macy Alcott

Julisa Lopez

Michael Vitela

🥇 PENNSYLVANIA Restaurant I students:

Celina

Paloma

Emma

🥇 ARIZONA Restaurant I students:

Christian

Niall

Landon MacGill


We are incredibly proud of these students for their creativity, skill, and dedication in creating award-winning cakes! Let's continue to celebrate and support their culinary talents as they excel in their future endeavors!

Activities

FJUHSD to FC Info Night

Senior families throughout the district were invited to attend an info session in our very own Fullerton Auditorium to learn more about the Fullerton College Promise Program (TWO FREE years of free tuition). Remember that it's not too late to sign up! Check your school email for more info on the Promise Steps or stop by the College and Career Center for assistance!

FCC Field Trip

Today was an exciting day as we took over 60 seniors on a Future Hornet Field Trip to Fullerton College!


Our seniors had the opportunity to prepare for their journey at Fullerton College by completing Promise requirements, signing the promise agreement, meeting with a counselor to plan their first semester schedule, and exploring the campus on a guided tour.


It was inspiring to see our students taking proactive steps toward their higher education goals and getting a glimpse of the exciting opportunities awaiting them at Fullerton College.


A huge thank you to everyone involved in organizing this valuable experience for our seniors! 

Cypress College Field Trip

What an incredible day for our seniors exploring opportunities at Cypress College during Charger Friday 2024!


Seniors interested in Cypress College had an enriching experience, where they had the chance to work on their education plans with Cypress Counselors, embark on a campus tour, undergo a career assessment, and discover the wealth of resources available to them.


It's inspiring to see our students actively planning for their future and taking steps toward their higher education goals. Thank you to Cypress College for providing such a valuable experience for our seniors!

Announcements

AP Testing Week 4!

Physical Clearances

FUHS will be holding its Athletic Physical Clearance Day on May 18th at 8am in the administration building which is located towards the front of the school. FUHS 2024-2025 athletes can get cleared for the upcoming school year.  

Attention Class of 2024!

SENIOR EVENTS!

Senior Class Meeting Presentation

FUHS Senior Class Mtg Presentation.pdf


Senior Calendar of Events

2024 FUHS Senior Events.pdf


Graduation is Wednesday, May 29, 2024

FUHS Counseling Team 

Mr. McIntosh

Mrs. Defries

Ms. Kim

Mrs. McCarthy

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Social Media:

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Student Support

College & Career Center

College Acceptance Form

Get ready for college!

Academy of the Arts


CAPPIES

We're thrilled to celebrate the incredible talent and achievements of our students in this year's theater productions! From captivating performances to exceptional behind-the-scenes work, our nominees and CAPPIES winners have truly shone brightly on stage. Their dedication, creativity, and passion for the arts have not only brought our shows to life but have also inspired and entertained audiences. We are incredibly proud of each and every one of them for their hard work and commitment.

Athletics Update

Athletic Director - Joseph Olivas

Assistant Athletic Director Kikey Ramos

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Spring Sports

Softball

Our Freeway League Champion Softball team’s season came to an end this Thursday with a 0-3 loss to the #1 ranked West Torrance team. Our girls fought hard and gave it their all and we are extremely proud of all their accomplishments this year. In this year’s playoffs, our Softball team beat Hart and Woodbridge before losing to West Torrance in the quarter finals. The team won their first Freeway League title since 2014 and we will be updating their banner in the gym this summer. We want to give a special thanks to our Senior Softball Players that will be graduating this year and thank them for bringing a State Championship to Fullerton last season. With your banner hung high in the gym, you will never be forgotten. Thank you.

Boys Tennis

On May 18th - 23 our FUHS Boys Doubles Tennis Team of Timothy Chung and Benjamin Villalobos will be competing in the CIF Individual Playoffs. Best of luck to both boys in their quest for a championship.

OFF SEASON SPORTS

Girls Basketball 

Girls basketball has a mandatory parent meeting next Wednesday 5/15 for all students interested in joining the team next year. The meeting will be at 6pm in room 50 off of Pomona. If you have have any questions please email coach Fitzsimons at sfitzsimons@fjuhsd.org

Superintendent's May Newsletter

May Newsletter - Click Here

Mental Health Resources

District Resources

The school district also has many mental health resources, including Care Solace. Please follow the links to learn more.  

FJUHSD Mental Health Resources Link

Join PTSA



PTSA meeting reminder:


Monday, 5/20/24, 6:30 PM in the FUHS Staff Cafeteria. Learn about upcoming events, opportunities to volunteer, and updates from Principal Rubio. See you there!


Text Link

Link to PTSA FUHS MERCH Store

Important Dates and

Upcoming Events

May 16, 2024

Early Dismissal


May 20-24, 2024

Senior Finals


May 27, 2024

Memorial Day - No School


May 28-30, 2024

All Student Finals- Early Dismissals


May 29, 2024

Graduation


May 30, 2024

Last Day of School

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School District Important Dates

Parent and Student District Info Site

Regular Office Hours 

7:30am - 4:30pm 

Please call 714-626-3803 for questions or more information on anything shared in this newsletter.