January 24th, 2021  Dear Sea Kings, See below for details on all things happening at PV High! Sincerely, Allan Tyner, Ed.D.  Principal

Student Spotlight Congratulations to Hayden Kharrazi for winning a Senior Acting Scholarship at the CETA High School Theatre Festival this past weekend!

Last weekend PVHS Model United Nations participated in the Mission Viejo High School MUN conference. The students worked hard and represented Palos Verdes High School well. The following students finished the conference with awards: Jenna Chow won 2 awards: A Research Award and Commendation Naomi Gan won 2 awards: A Research Award and Outstanding Delegate. Mark Lin won Outstanding Delegate Grant Walther won a Commendation We are so proud of all our Model United Nations students!

IMPORTANT YEARBOOK INFORMATION Dear Sea King Families, The school year of 2020-21 has proven to be a unique one but a year that will make history and what better way to capture all that you have endured than with the purchase of the Triton Yearbook. Especially for this year like no other, we have extended the $140.00 price of this year's book, but only for a limited time.  This year we will need to confirm all yearbook sales by February 20th. After that date, there will be no guarantee of yearbook availability. In this unsure and unusual time, we cannot gamble on sales at the end of the year nor can we rely on sales history. Do not miss this chance to purchase your yearbook. We would love for you to be the owner of this book at the end of the 2020-21 school year so take action NOW! If you have a yearbook question, please contact Patty Camp by email at camp@pvpusd.net. Please email rather than call the school with any inquiries. Purchase your 2020-21 yearbook HERE by February 20th and before you miss the opportunity.

Activities Updates Graduation regalia, announcements, class rings, letterman jackets, and more are now available to order at https://www.moongradservices.com/ or by downloading THIS BROCHURE and THIS ORDER FORM.  Please note that if you would like to order the Basic package, which includes cap, gown, tassel, and medallion, the cost is $40 plus tax and processing fee. You can find this in two spots.  On the website: The cap and gown unit is listed on page 2 of the “Individual Items” and  On the brochure: The cap and gown can be found in the green section labeled “Senior Pride.” If you purchase this package you will get to keep the gown, the tassel, the cap, and the medallion.  Students may also use a loaner gown, cap, medallion, and tassel at no cost to the student. The cost of using the loaner gown and cap is incurred by the school. To use a loaner gown, cap, tassel, and medallion, simply fill out THIS FORM by February 15, 2021. If you use the loaner gown, you will need to return the gown, cap, tassel, and medallion after the graduation ceremony. Please continue to check the Class of 2021 website for additional information and updates throughout the semester. If you have any questions please reach out to Mrs. Maxfield at maxfieldj@pvpusd.net

Counseling Office Updates All Students: Would you like to meet with your counselor to discuss academics, college interests, or personal issues? We are here to help! Click below to make a virtual appointment with your counselor at a time convenient for you.   Please click here if you would like to schedule an appointment with your counselor or one of our student support specialists

Attention Seniors! It is time to Order Midyear Transcripts sent to your Colleges:  Congrats on making it through your first semester of senior year! Some of your colleges may now require that you send them a midyear transcript, but not all colleges require it. We recommend checking your common app list or your college student portal to see if a midyear report is required.  To order midyear transcripts please go to your counselor's senior google classroom to access and submit the midyear transcript form. Your counselors are now submitting transcripts as requested. If you have questions or need help please contact your counselor directly.

Attention Junior Students: We know you are worried about the college process amidst all of the changes with COVID. Please save the date for the junior guidance lesson on February 17th at 1:30 pm. At this lesson we will review important information regarding college admission, test-taking, research tools, and more. Registration information coming soon. Attention Junior Parents: Please save the date for the junior parent presentation scheduled for February 10th at 5:30 pm. Registration information coming soon.

Attention Sophomore Parents: The counselors held a sophomore parent webinar on Wednesday, January 20th at 5:30 pm. If you were not able to attend the presentation is now posted on the PVHS website under the counseling office tab for you to review.  Individual sophomore counseling appointments will take place starting in March. The links to sign up for these appointments will be sent out via email and posted to your student's counselor google classroom next week.

Attention Freshmen! The counselors really enjoyed meeting our Freshmen during our lunchtime meet and greet lessons. If you were unable to attend the meeting we recommend reviewing this powerpoint that details important information regarding graduation requirements, what colleges look for, and how to get involved in activities.  We now invite all our freshmen to join their counselors google classroom where you will find helpful links and resources to help you navigate high school.  You should have received an invite to join your counselors google classroom but just in case, below are the join codes by counselor: Paula Stapleton (A-Da): buy6srj Megan Lichter (De-H): junewsg Kristen Nelson (I-Mc): bafumfu Merika McHugh (Me-R): 44xh62f Heidi Shulman (S-Z): 6y2r64s

SoCal ROC Spring semester online courses begin Monday, February 8th! Earn high school elective credits while learning valuable skills and exploring a career in graphic design or the medical field. Courses are FREE for high school students! Contact your Career Guidance Specialist for more information and to enroll - Rocio Pineda-Contreras at 310-224-4240 or rpcontreras@scroc.k12.ca.us. Click here for the Spring 2021 Schedule

Visit our PVPUSD Families Connected page for recent PVPUSD parent education videos and a wide array of free youth wellness resources.  For social-emotional support during this time when our families are struggling with loss on many different levels, we encourage you to visit the SBFC Coping with Grief page for insight and resources.  To help bring down the stress level in your home during distance learning, we invite you to check out the resources on the updated SBFC Coronavirus Support page and Mindfulness Parenting page. To support your teens with education and inspiration that will help them stave off drug and alcohol use, please visit the newly updated SBFC Vaping Facts for Teens Page and Opioid Awareness Page. Here are some recommended activities to empower you and your teens: Watch the full video of our Vaping Prevention Tour with Alex Gray with your teen and discuss the facts shared on the page.  Watch the Opioid Prevention videos together and alert your teen to the trending issue of Fentanyl.  Visit the SBFC Virtual Teen Center, a resource created by teens for teens, for more information and videos to help youth connect and destress in healthy ways. If you are a parent or caregiver looking to connect with support and information, visit the free weekly virtual Families Connected Parent Chat. The group is moderated by Dr. Moe Gelbart of the Thelma McMillen Recovery Center and focuses on various social-emotional wellness topics.

College and Career Center Updates

Sign up for Practice SAT/ACT Tests The PVHSCCC is happy to offer the opportunity for students in the 10th and 11th grades to take an online, FREE, full-length practice SAT and/or ACT. The test results are invaluable in helping students and their families understand which test might suit the student best, as well as provide the chance to determine an ideal testing and tutoring plan if desired. These practice tests are also a great opportunity to do just that… practice taking a college entrance exam! DATES & TIME – Pre-registration is required! Registration deadline is TWO WEEKS prior to each practice test. SAT: Saturday, February 20, 9:00 AM (PST) – Deadline to register: February 5th! ACT: Saturday, March 6, 9:00 AM (PST) – Deadline to register: February 22nd! REGISTER HERE

Next Week at a Glance Monday January 25th A Day Tuesday January 26th B Day PSAT for 11th grade students who registered: You should have received an email with your assigned room # and time. If you have not received this information, please email Ms. Carpenter at carpenterg@pvpusd.net. Future Sea Kings! Join Dr. Tyner virtually during our third Principal's Forum at 5pm. He will share with you all of the wonderful things we have to offer at Palos Verdes High School. From our strong academic classes, winning athletic programs, focus on student wellness, and more, you can be sure to learn what life as a Sea King is all about. Click here to register. Wednesday January 27th All Period Day. Click here for the bell schedule. Thursday January 28th A Day Friday January 29th B Day