[GWHS-Bulletin] bulletin08.31.17

[Cabasa, Nora]

GOLDEN WEST HIGH SCHOOL
HOME OF THE TRAILBLAZERS
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Daily Bulletin - Volume 39; Issue 15
Thursday, August 31, 2017


Parents and Students:

Students are not allowed to be on the Valley Oak campus. Please use the access road to walk to and from school. Violators can be sited by Valley Oak Officer for trespassing.

Pictures are in! Students may pick up pictures throughout the day between classes, during lunch or after school. Please pick them up at the attendance desk.

Dress Code: please be advised that dress code will be strictly enforced.  Please refer to the student conduct code handbook for the dress code policy.

Blazer spirit shirts are available in the Student Store for $9!  Show your Blazer Pride!

Make up pictures will be taken on Thursday September 7th.  If you would like to purchase pictures, there are extra picture fliers in the front office, also if you do not have an ID card you must be photographed on this date.
*If you have purchased an ASB card you must show your receipt at the time pictures are taken*

Attention ALL Seniors that have not taken our senior portraits with Verissimo Photography will take pictures during your Civics & Econ Class on Sept 7th.

Seniors don't forget to tell your parents to purchase your Senior Tribute. They are still on sale, however, the prices will be increased on September 8th. Pick up a form in the office or at lunch in room A-11.

Counseling Dept.:

ATTN Juniors & Seniors:  SCICON COUNSELORS ARE NEEDED
Our first group of Counselors will be going the week of Sept. 11.  If you are interested you MUST be in good academic standing, (C average or better), Good Discipline and Attendance record and be a good role model.  If you meet these qualifications sign up in the Counseling Dept. "Presentation Binder" and speak with Mrs. McIntosh.  A Scicon informational meeting will be held soon.

A Representative from Fresno Pacific University will be on campus, Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2017 during lunch time. In the Career Center, located in the Library.  If you are interested in learning more about Fresno Pacific sign up in the Presentation Binder in the Counseling Dept. or stop into the career center on that day.

The ASVAB test will be Sept 14, 2017 at 8:00 a.m. in P-21. The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery is the most widely used multiple aptitude battery in the world. If you are curious about your future career choice or interested in the military, take advantage of everything the ASVAB Career Exploration Program has to offer and sign up to test! Whether you are a planning to go to college, a vocational school, the military, OR, if you are just not sure what you want to do yet, the ASVAB Career Exploration Program can provide you with important information about your skills, abilities, and interests - AND help set you on the right course for a satisfying career! Sign up in the "Presentation Binder" in the Counseling Office.

Tulare County College Night will be held September 12, 2017 from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Visalia Convention Center.  Representatives from over 90 colleges, Universities and specialty schools will be available to speak with about their campuses and educational programs.  You can also attend valuable informational seminars on the following topics: College and University Admissions; Financial Aid; Scholarship Opportunities; Writing College Admission Essays; Spanish Language Sessions

Rotary Youth Exchange Scholarship Study Abroad - An information meeting for parents and students interested in spending a year of their High School studying overseas. Each year Rotary handles over 8,000 students in this opportunity of a lifetime. September 3rd, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at San Joaquin Valley College, 8344 W. Mineral King Ave. Contact Douglas Arnold 559-802-8645http://www.RYE5230.com

CLUBS:


GSA members: Meeting Thursday at lunch in A-9 to nominate our homecoming candidate. Must be present to nominate and vote. Meeting begins promptly at 12:43. See you then, Mrs. K

Athletics:

Girls Soccer: Any girls interested in playing soccer this year we will have a brief meeting in P-12 AFTER SCHOOL on Thursday August 31.

Boys Soccer: Friday, September 1st at the start of lunch in E-2 for any boy interested in playing varsity or JV soccer this year

Athletic Clearance: Golden West is now offering online student - athletic clearance through Family ID.  This is a secure and user friendly way to register for our athletic clearance.  All information can be found on the Golden West website
.....trailblazerathletics.com then click on Student Athletic Clearance tab.   This form of clearance will now be mandatory along with a current physical.

XL Program:

The Golden West ProYouth XL Team is currently looking for students that would like to be Student Tutors!  This is a paid position through XL and students must fill out an application which can be picked up in Room E-10.  Minimum qualifications are:  Cumulative 3.0 GPA or higher, an A or B in the course they wish to tutor, good communication skills, and preference will be given to upperclassmen.  All applicants must fill out an XL application that includes two teacher recommendation forms.  If you have any question, please contact Angela Santana at 559-731-5621 or at asantana at pyheart.org<mailto:asantana at pyheart.org>.  Thank you!

Golden West ProYouth XL Program will be taking students on a College Campus Tour of UC Santa Barbara on September 14th, 2017!  This trip is free and is open to all students who meet minimum academic requirements - space will be filled on a first come, first serve basis.  To pick up a permission slip or to get more information, please stop by Room E-10 or contact Angela Santana at 559-731-5621 or at asantana at pyheart.org<mailto:asantana at pyheart.org>.  Thank you!

New Office!  Come visit us in our new location E-10, to see what's new in XL!
Fresh Meals: All students can receive a free meal every day after school in E-10.


Sincerely,

Nora Cabasa
Secretary II
Golden West High School
(559) 730-7801
ncabasa at vusd.org<mailto:ncabasa at vusd.org>
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