Raider Report - Belonging, Connection, and the Raider Family

Dear Raider Families

As we celebrate Mother's Day weekend, I want to take a moment to wish a very Happy Mother's Day to all of the incredible mothers, grandmothers, guardians, and mother figures in our Sonora High School community. Thank you for the love, support, sacrifice, and encouragement you provide to our students each and every day. Your impact reaches far beyond the home and is deeply felt throughout our campus community.

It has been another exciting and successful week for our Raiders! Congratulations to our Swim and Track Teams on their outstanding performances in both league and CIF competition. With a special shout-out to Cassie Espinoza for winning gold in the 200-meter and All-American in the 500-meter, our relay team finished third, Elyse Kreimeyer finishing 4th in the 200-meter, and Katie Jeanblanc finished 5th. A special shout-out goes to Hallie Nakhla, who not only earned a PR in the 400m but also set a new Frosh/Soph school record with an impressive time of 59.98! Your dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence continue to make our school proud.

A huge congratulations as well to our Theater program for putting on a wonderful performance this week. The talent, creativity, and countless hours of preparation were evident in every aspect of the production. We are especially proud to celebrate our senior thespians and thank them for their tremendous contributions to the arts at Sonora over the years. Your passion and leadership have left a lasting impact on our program.

Our Instrumental Music students also delivered a fantastic concert performance. Thank you to our students and directors for sharing your talent and hard work with our community. The evening was a wonderful showcase of the dedication and artistry within our music program.

As we continue through this exciting season, we look forward to celebrating many upcoming senior activities, including College Signing Day and the joint Choir performance with La Habra High School. These events are meaningful opportunities to recognize the accomplishments, talents, and bright futures of our students.

Thank you, Raider families, for your continued support of our students, staff, and programs. We look forward to another great week ahead at Sonora!

Allen Whitten

Interim Principal

What an incredible week for the arts at Sonora High School! 🎭🎶

Our Theater Showcase was an amazing celebration of creativity, passion, and talent. From powerful performances to unforgettable moments on stage, our students truly shined. We are so proud of all of our performers, crew members, and directors who worked tirelessly to bring the showcase to life. A special congratulations to our senior thespians as they take their final bows at Sonora — thank you for the impact you have made on our program and school community!

We also want to celebrate our outstanding Instrumental Music students for their fantastic performance this week. The dedication, musicianship, and energy our students displayed were incredible, and the concert was a wonderful reflection of the hard work happening every day in our music program.

Thank you to our teachers, directors, families, and supporters for continuing to invest in the arts and helping our students thrive. Raider pride was on full display this week!

Congratulations to our Raider Certificated Member of the Month, Josh Volen! 🎉

Mr. Volen is an outstanding educator who consistently creates a positive and welcoming environment for all students. He does a fantastic job building meaningful relationships in his classroom, ensuring every student feels valued, supported, and encouraged to succeed.

Known for his patience, kindness, and positive attitude, Mr. Volen is someone both students and staff truly enjoy being around. He challenges his students to excel while providing the care and support they need to grow academically and personally.

In addition to being an exceptional English teacher, Mr. Volen works collaboratively with colleagues to improve student learning and strengthen our school community. His dedication to students, commitment to teamwork, and genuine care for others embody the very best of Raider pride.

Thank you, Mr. Volen, for the incredible impact you make each and every day at Sonora!

Congratulations to our Raider Classified Member of the Month, Michelle Berber! 🎉

Ms. Berber is truly the definition of dependable, dedicated, and supportive. No matter the situation, she is always willing to jump in and help however she can. Her responsiveness, positivity, and commitment to supporting both staff and students make an incredible impact on our school community every single day.

Ms. Berber is always on top of every CHIP ticket she receives and consistently goes above and beyond to ensure technology issues are resolved quickly and efficiently. Whether the issue is big or small, staff know they can count on her to be there with support, solutions, and a great attitude.

Even while being pulled in many different directions, Ms. Berber always gets the job done. Her dedication to helping others is unmatched, and we are incredibly lucky to have her as part of the Raider family.

Thank you, Ms. Berber, for everything you do for Sonora! Your hard work, responsiveness, and care for our staff and students do not go unnoticed.

Congratulations to our Raiders Classified Member of the Month Rey Hernandez 🎉

Mr. Hernandez does so much for our campus that often goes unnoticed, working tirelessly behind the scenes to keep everything running smoothly. From managing our ever-changing calendar to making sure every event is fully staffed, he is always on call and ready to step in wherever needed.

What truly makes Mr. Hernandez stand out is his positive attitude and great sense of humor. No matter how busy things get, he is always willing to help and keeps our campus a welcoming and positive place for everyone. His dedication, reliability, and kindness make a difference every single day.

Thank you, Mr. Hernandez, for all that you do for our students, staff, and school community. We appreciate you and are so lucky to have you as part of the Raider family—you’re the best!

Congratulations to our Raider Certificated Member of the Month, Ryan Tacata! 🎉

Mr. Tacata consistently goes above and beyond for our students, staff, and families each and every day. His kindness, positivity, and dedication make a tremendous impact across our campus. Students know they can count on him, and it is clear they feel safe, supported, and cared for in his presence.

Mr. Tacata has worked tirelessly over the past several months supporting and testing our English Learner students, always ensuring they receive the attention and encouragement they need to succeed. In addition, he dedicates extra time every day to tutor EL students in math and provide meaningful academic support.

Beyond the classroom, Mr. Tacata is always willing to help our front office staff and families, especially by assisting with communication in Spanish.

Thank you, Mr. Tacata, for your heart, hard work, and unwavering commitment to our students and school community!

Raider Swim Team Update

What an exciting and successful week for our Raider Swim Team!

Our girls' swim team finished the season undefeated in league competition, capping it off by winning the League Finals Championship last week at El Modena. The team then competed at the CIF Preliminary Championships at Mt. SAC on Wednesday, where they continued to shine against top competition.

We are proud to announce that two girls' relay teams advanced to the CIF Championship Finals on Friday, earning championship-final seeds!

A special congratulations goes out to our outstanding individual performers:

🥇 Cassie Espinoza – Gold Medalist in the 200-meter and All-American in the 500-meter

🥉 Relay Team – Finished 3rd overall

🏅 Elyse Kreimeyer – 4th place in the 200-meter

🏅 Katie Jeanblanc – 5th place finish

Your dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence continue to make our school proud. Congratulations to all of our swimmers and coaches on an incredible season and an amazing showing at CIF!

Raider Baseball Update 💛⚾

Our Raiders battled hard this past week, starting with a tough loss against Yorba Linda last Friday. The team showed great resilience and determination by bouncing back to sweep Esperanza in exciting wins on Monday and Wednesday!

The Raiders finished the regular season in 2nd place with an impressive overall record of 17-10 and a league record of 8-4. Their hard work, teamwork, and perseverance throughout the season have put them in a strong position as they now await the start of the CIF Playoffs next week.

Congratulations to our players and coaches on a great regular season, and good luck in CIF! Raider Nation is proud of you! 👏⚾🔥

Lady Raiders Softball Update 💛🥎

Our Lady Raiders battled hard against Brea on Tuesday as they competed for a chance to finish in 3rd place and secure a spot in the CIF Playoffs. Although the team came up just short in a tough 7-5 loss, they showed tremendous heart and determination throughout the game.

This season was filled with growth and development for a young team made up entirely of underclassmen and first-year varsity players, with no seniors on the roster. The experience gained this year has built a strong foundation for the future, and we are incredibly proud of the progress our players made all season long.

Congratulations to our Lady Raiders on a great season!

The future is bright, and we are excited to see what this talented group accomplishes next year.

Raider Track & Field Update 🏃‍♀️

Our Raider Track & Field team competed at the CIF Championships on Saturday, May 9th, at Ontario High School, and our athletes delivered an outstanding performance, setting several personal records and earning strong finishes!

Congratulations to the following athletes for achieving personal records (PRs):

⭐ Luke Shaw – PR in the 400m

⭐ Boys 4x100 Relay Team – Alexsay Nazaroff, James Kalpakoff, Diamond Bethel, and Luke Shaw

⭐ Girls 4x100 Relay Team – Jayleen Lempart, Hallie Nakhla, Allison Halley, and Madilynn Meda

A special shout-out goes to Hallie Nakhla, who not only earned a PR in the 400m, but also set a new Frosh/Soph school record with an impressive time of 59.98! 🎉

Congratulations as well to Santiago Rosales Morales, who finished 4th in his heat in the 110 hurdles with a strong performance against tough CIF competition.

We are so proud of all of our Raider athletes for their hard work, dedication, and commitment throughout the season. Way to represent Raider Nation!

Let’s go, Raiders!

Celebrating Our Raiders Athletes of the Week! 💛🏅

Congratulations to this week's Raiders Athletes of the Week for their outstanding performances and accomplishments!

Cassie Espinoza earned Swimmer of the Meet honors at the League Finals last week and competed for a CIF Championship on Friday! Cassie's dedication, talent, and hard work in the pool continue to make Raider Nation proud. Congratulations, Cassie, and good luck at State!

Austin Yi is also being recognized as one of our Athletes of the Week after his impressive come-from-behind performance at League Finals last week! Austin will compete for a CIF Championship next week at Sky Links Golf Course in Long Beach. Congratulations, Austin, and best of luck at CIF!

We are proud of both of these outstanding student-athletes for representing Raider Nation with excellence, determination, and Raider pride!

ALL Sports Including Cheer, Dance, JROTC, & Band Must Register

1) Go to homecampus.com/login

Please use the following Handout to help guide you through the Athletic Clearance process.
Create an account and complete all sections: Watch the VIDEO for detailed instructions.
**Very Important** Choose “Sonora” (CIF-SS)” on the list and the School Year "2023/2024".

2) You must upload Page 4 of the PHYSICAL FORM

Downloadable Physical Form

Print & Fill Out the Physical Form for your visit to the doctor.
Page 4 MUST BE COMPLETED (MEDICAL CLEARANCE STATUS MARKED AND EMERGENCY CONTACTS FILLED OUT), SIGNED, STAMPED & DATED BY A PHYSICIAN.

Only the signature from an MD, DO, or PA will be accepted. Signatures from Chiropractors and Nurse Practitioners are NOT accepted.

Page 4 of the Physical Form must then be uploaded to Home Campus.
There is no form under the signed Confirmation Page. Please skip that and go back to upload the form at the end of the process.

3) Once you have completed the signatures and uploaded the physical form on Home Campus, Print out the Confirmation Page from homecampus.com/login

Print & Complete (Both parent & student signatures are required).
Please be advised that each sport/activity must be listed at the top of the page in order to be cleared for that sport during the 2023-24 school year.
Go back into Home Campus and upload the Confirmation Page into the Signed Confirmation Page Form

You are not cleared until you receive a clearance email from Home Campus. Our Admin team must review all submissions prior to your student-athlete receiving clearance. You may follow the status of your clearance on the Home Campus website.

If you have questions, please contact Mrs, Crail, Assistant Principal, at mcrail@fjuhsd.org

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