CVHS WEEKLY e-BULLETIN
For the Week of March 15-19 2021 SPRING RECESS
CVHS SOCIAL MEDIA AND WEBSITE INFO
CALENDAR OF EVENTS National Women's History Month
SPRING RECESS - MARCH 15 - 19, 2021 NO SCHOOL MARCH 22 - STAFF DEVELOPMENT School Resumes Tuesday, March 23, 2021
Thursday, 03/18 ...... Girls’ Soccer Tryouts – 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm – CVHS Turf Field
Friday, 03/19 ...... Girls’ Soccer Tryouts – 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm – CVHS Turf Field *Last Day to Order your See’s Candy and support CVIM!
YEARBOOK INFORMATION
**YEARBOOK NEEDS YOUR HELP FALCONS!** YOU, your "YOU"-niqueness, is NEEDED! Over Spring recess, please take a minute and ll out the Surveys below. Each link is grade speci c. If you can ll it out over spring break, Yearbook would really appreciate it. Come on Falcons, this year has been like no other, so get involved and take a minute to share “your” unique experiences. SENIORS: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf5mfP1- 6nU6d24Fk8hu9Y9Dd39xbJPftZB49U2k0Sl5pRG0Q/viewform?usp=sf_link JUNIORS: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScgPdlNWzivCsVuX1564RfaZEfG- etvNHs8h6y3RCOgbQuhww/viewform?usp=sf_link SOPHOMORES: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdB8pze3- frro4ZUUfbRuvyPQe7sFGd 2u_oZtvg2v28Prhw/viewform?usp=sf_link FRESHMEN: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeb0wkUCcegMbGOcZ1UxqIW9WOKFFqUyCLbIWz3hiZ KKdKjrA/viewform?usp=sf_link
AND… during Spring recess, gather all those…. * Photos of your winter break and holidays (Thanksgiving or Christmas or whatever you celebrate). What did you do Falcons? * Any photos of you watching, celebrating, getting your fandom on for the Lakers or the Dodgers and their championship wins this past year. * You with your mask on. Sporting and repping your mask! * If you are essential worker, send us photo of you doing your job! * Photos of you doing your pandemic hobbies! * Do you run a small business? * Send us some photos of you at work doing your thing. * Your Culture/Your Heritage: send us photos of you celebrating something unique to your culture or heritage. * Any photos of you involved in the academy of science and medicine. * Your hobbies that you have picked up in the pandemic. * Email us your favorite subject and why.
…..AND THEN SEND THEM TO: [email protected]. When you send in a photo, please include your First and Last Name, Student ID and a brief description of what was happening in the photo. We lean towards using candid photos, but we will consider posed photos.
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
CVHS ASB VIRTUAL RALLY 2021 PREMIER: Don't miss he premier of the CVHS ASB Virtual Spring Rally 2021! We will announce the Homecoming Court and the names of the Falcons of the Month. Watch it on YouTube at https://youtu.be/ka3XZrVl4Jg, on the CVHS website, and Look for the link in the bio of @cvhs_falcons Instagram page!!
SCHOLASTIC BOWL was rocked off their socks by our team! Final score: CV-120 GHS-109; HHS-108; CMHS-83. Big congrats to Lindsay, Michelle, Daniel, So a, and Prashanth! Great game! Leaders Wanted! Hey Falcons, The ASB Cabinet 2021-2022 Intent-to-run form is now available. INTENT-TO RUN-FORM - The deadline to submit is Monday April 5, 12:00 PM Upon acceptance and approval from AP o ce for good behavior, Counseling o ce for a 2.5 or better GPA, and ASB Cabinet, we will send you an announcement that your candidacy has been accepted message with further instructions and links (Begin to think about what photo of you wish to use and 15-20 second campaign video). To apply, it is required to use your GUSD email account. Voting will be done using our online voting system. See additional documents and instructions and links ASB Homepage
AUDITIONS FOR JAZZ BAND AND SYMPHONY: Be a part of greatness! Audition for the World Famous CV Jazz Band and the Award-Winning Symphony Orchestra! Sign-up at www.falconmusic.org
CVIM FALCON FUNDRAISER: Love See’s Candies, and who doesn’t…then place your orders online for Easter, or ANYTIME… now through March 19, and support the CVHS Marching Falcons. All items will be shipped directly to you so no need to wait in line at the store. Free shipping on all orders over $49. Click here to order See's Candy Order.
GIRLS’ SOCCER TRYOUTS: TRYOUTS for the 2020 - 2021 girls' soccer season will be held THURSDAY, March 18 and FRIDAY, March 19, 2021, from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm, at the Crescenta Valley High School turf eld. Please check out the girls' soccer page https://www.gusd.net/Domain/1641 for all details of what you need to do and bring for tryouts. E-mail [email protected] with any questions.
BOYS SOCCER TRYOUTS UPDATE: The following is an update regarding Tryouts for everyone who is interested in playing this upcoming Spring Season. Please Note: Athletes can play Club & High School Soccer at the same time this year, and also multi-HS Sports.
PLEASE READ ALL INFORMATION BELOW VERY CAREFULLY – AND ENSURE YOU COMPLETE THE NEXT 3 STEPS
1. Before participating in any CVHS sport, ALL students must complete the ATHLETIC CLEARANCE PROCESS Link: CLICK HERE 2. ALL athletes must provide a completed ‘Informed Consent Form’ – Informed Consent Form. THIS FORM MUST BE PRINTED AND BROUGHT WITH YOU ON THE FIRST DAY OF TRYOUTS. 3. PLAYERS MUST REGISTER FOR TRYOUTS BY COMPLETING THE SIGNUP FORM – CLICK HERE
TRYOUT DETAILS Monday March 22ND – CVHS (FOOTBALL FIELD): 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Tuesday March 23rd – CLARK MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL (GRASS FIELD): 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Wednesday March 24TH – CLARK MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL (GRASS FIELD): 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
FURTHER INFO WILL BE SENT OUT – SO PLEASE ENSURE YOU FOLLOW ALL THREE STEPS ABOVE ASAP. ANY QUESTIONS AT THIS STAGE, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO REACH OUT TO KURTIS MILLAN ([email protected]).
TRYING TO DECIDE ON A WORLD LANGUAGES COURSE? Why not consider German! CVHS offers the only high school German in the district; we may be a small program, but we are Falcon awesome! Do you think outside the box? Are you interested in the world beyond SoCal? Do you like a challenge? Check out my German yer, contact [email protected] with any questions!
MANGIAMO! GUSD ¡Adelante, Latinos! and Scarantino's Italian Inn Present Dine Day-Out for Scholarships - Tuesday, March 23, 2021 - 12:30pm - Close . Menu found at: www.scarantinos.com. Address: 1524 E Colorado Street Glendale, CA 91205 - (818) 247-9777 (Near Glendale High School). Come order all day from Scarantino's Italian Inn and deposit your receipt at the register and 10% of the pro ts will go towards our ¡Adelante, Latinos! scholarship award winners! Seating for Outside Dining Limited - You Can Call Ahead for To-Go orders also!
DINE-OUT NIGHT AND SUPPORT THE CV VOLLEYBALL BOOSTER CLUB: Come in or order online, to Chipotle, 895 Foothill Blvd., Ste A, La Canada Flintridge, on Wednesday, March 31, between 5:00pm and 9:00pm. Bring in this yer, show it on your smartphone, or tell the cashier you are supporting the cause to make sure that 33% of the proceeds are donated to Crescenta Valley Volleyball Booster Club. NEW! ORDER ONLINE FOR PICKUP: Use code 9G69BT8 before checkout in ‘promo’ eld. Orders placed on Chipotle.com or through the Chipotle app for pickup using this unique code will be counted towards the fundraiser. Chipotle
CVHS ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB CLOTHING DONATION: The CVHS Environmental Club is raising money for organizations ghting against oil drilling in LA by opening a depop - https://www.depop.com/. Donate your clothes by contacting us on Instagram (@cvhs_environmental_club) or buy clothes on our depop (@cvhsenvironmentalclub) https://www.depop.com/
CRESCENTA VALLEY PTSA ASSOCIATION MEETING: Please join us for a special association meeting on Tuesday, March 30, 2021, at 7:00 pm, via zoom. To RSVP, email Rebecca Harvey at [email protected] for the link PTSA 03-30-21
GET YOUR FALCON SPIRIT WEAR IS HERE: CV SPIRIT GEAR ON SALE NOW IN THE STUDENT STORE! Show your CV spirit and buy for mom, dad, you, the whole family. See below to order.
“VALIANT WOMEN OF THE VOTE: REFUSING TO BE SILENCED” is the 2021 National Women's History Month theme. The theme "captures the spirit of these challenging times." During the month of March, we give a little extra attention to all of the amazing accomplishments of strong, determined women. Since 1987, the United States has formally recognized March as National Women’s History Month. Every woman has a story to tell and gifts to share with the world. So, get ready, because this month is about honoring magni cent ladies, and we are ready to celebrate it to the fullest. Click to learn more National Women's History Month.
CVHS JOURNALISM: CVHS Journalism offers an array of opportunities for any passionate student! Encompassing writing, photography, graphic design, and illustration, The Falcon is A goal-driven and fun setting, focused on helping you improve as a journalist! Applications and more information can be found here: https://www.gusd.net/cms/lib/CA01000648/Centricity/Domain/4036/FALCON%202021- 2022%20APPLICATION.pdf
REGISTER TO VOTE: Make your voice heard on important issues that affect the future of our state and nation by registering to vote today. If you are 18 or older you can register right away. 16- and 17- year olds can pre-register to vote. Your registration will automatically become active once you turn 18. Visit registertovote.ca.gov for information on how to register (18-year-olds) or pre-register to vote (16- 17-year-olds), nd your polling place, and learn what to expect on election days.
GLENDALE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT PANDEMIC HEALTH & SAFETY COMMUNITY FORUM, held last Monday, shared recent research with experts on COVID as it relates to schools. The forum was recorded, and can be viewed here: GUSD Community Forum Video
GUSD COVID 19 VACCINATION GUIDE VIDEO: For updated information, view the GUSD Covid 19 Vaccination Guide on the CVHS YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/watch? v=a_D18yrET5w. The CALIFORNIA ARMENIAN LEGISLATIVE CAUCUS is holding two scholarship contests for the 2021 commemoration of the Armenian Genocide. California high school students in grades 9th through 12th grade are invited to participate in an essay contest and/or a visual arts contest to increase greater awareness of the Armenian Genocide. Students may enter both contests, but submissions must be entered separately. All winners will be awarded scholarships and a trip to the State Capital in Sacramento. Deadline to apply is April 9, 2021. Link to instructions and criteria for the contests are available at https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DWhir5iCpx7zDDZBZ-J4nzOrYeUgwBPeg4D8dSpoRoM/edit.
ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND MEDICINE FUNDRAISER: Please help the Academy of Science and Medicine Fundraise! We are currently selling medical themed masks for $8 each! The masks come in four different designs with three different sizes (custom sizing available). The proceeds go toward senior scholarships and charity! The yer is posted on our Instagram @academyofsciencemedicine https://www.instagram.com/p/CFXpth5F9ID/?igshid=c9ay41mr0649 (link to yer). Please contact [email protected] or [email protected] for more information.
CVHS ASB CABINET - BE INFORMED: CVHS ASB Cabinet uses several platforms to reach out to students and parents: CV Bulletin Announcements CV ASB Activities Page: https://www.gusd.net/Page/3645 Instagram: cvhs_falcons https://www.instagram.com/cvhs_falcons/ Twitter: @cvhs_falcons https://twitter.com/CVHS_Falcons And now in the process of adding a Google Classroom Announcement Stream: https://classroom.google.com/u/0/c/MjE3Mzc3MTM0ODQx Classroom Code: 4yhixs3. Please help us by following these links and encouraging your children to Get Involved!
CVTV IS BACK: CVTV, the CVHS News and Information Program, is back with new episodes streaming on Fridays. Check out our YouTube page at youtube.com/user/CVBroadcasting or do a search on YouTube for CVTV Broadcasting to nd our channel. Please subscribe and watch!
WELCOME TO THE FALCON NEWSPAPER: https://thefalconcvhs.wordpress.com/issues/ The Falcon is the student-run newspaper at Crescenta Valley High School. We meet every school day during fth period to write articles, design pages, and create spreads and senior personals. Our Editorial Board comes up with article topics, edits articles, and creates every page in the issue from start to nish. If you are interested in joining the Journalism class at CVHS, look out for information on the application in the bulletin near the end of the school year. Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors are encouraged to apply.
JOURNEYS MAGAZINE UPDATE: Journeys Literary and Art Magazine is accepting submissions for our 2020-21 publication until March! We accept any works that can be sent in virtually. Find out how to submit and see past publications on our website journeysmagazine.weebly.com
BLOOD DRIVE for Huntington Hospital Trauma Center: There is a severe shortage in our blood banks. Huntington Hospital Trauma Center is the only center in our area.). The Blood Donor Center is open for donations, Monday - Thursday, 9:30 AM - 4:15 PM, and Friday's 7:30 AM - 2:15 PM. And please see the Donor High School Competition yer. Many ways and opportunities to help. Due to Covid and keeping with social distancing, space is limited. Please contact Ida Diaz at [email protected] or (626) 397-5743 or her mobile number (626) 676-3035 -- The CC YMCA will host another drive for Huntington Hospital on April 1. Information will be posted in mid-March. Click Blood Donation Guidelines Click Parental Donor Consent Click High School Blood Drive Information AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION – The American Heart Challenge has o cially kicked off! We are encouraging ALL STUDENTS to participate…it’s FREE! Here are three simple ways that will help you get started right away! Visit our school’s headquarters HERE to sign up today. Then just send 10 emails, text or e-cards (pre-written templates are in your AHC headquarters when you log in). Click on “Connect to Facebook Fundraiser” in your online headquarters for a quick and easy way to reach more friends and family. As a bonus, any student that raises at least $50 will join the Save-A- Life Club! Earn your very own black AHA t-shirt and help fund the life-saving skill of CPR!
SENIORS
SENIORS - SEVERAL SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES ARE COMING UP: Italian Catholic Federation - March 15th Glendale Schools Management Assoc. - March 19th Assistance League of Glendale - March 23rd Dunsmore Elementary - April 2nd La Crescenta Elementary -April 2nd Lincoln Elementary - April 2nd Check out the scholarship yer HERE for individual application guidelines to see what awards you qualify for.
SENIORS – LA CRESCENTA WOMAN’S CLUB - is offering scholarships this year in 3 categories. (1) General, "Graduation Senior" scholarship open to all seniors, (2) Robert Kurtz Art award for seniors pursuing a ne art degree, & (3) Huntwork scholarship to seniors entering Engineering or Mathematics major in college. Applicants must download the application HERE complete and mail it to the address on the form. Hurry deadline to apply is March 19, 2021
SENIORS HEADING TO GCC: If you need help completing your GCC application and you want to qualify for early registration and a textbook voucher, please contact Olga Tovat at [email protected] to participate in ECAP.
SENIORS - Spring Break is next week and that is the traditional week to get Community Service in order! All your hours need to be turned in to the Community Service website by the deadline of APRIL 30. Here is the Link, https://www.gusd.net/domain/1295. At the bottom of the page there is another link, Click here to ll out the Community Service Form. All hours must be logged to be eligible for the Falcon Community Service Award. Questions or concerns? Contact Mrs. Gay at [email protected].
SENIORS - Information regarding scholarships is included in the CVHS daily bulletin as well as posted on the CVHS homepage - https://www.gusd.net/Page/1024. Our local community organizations and GUSD elementary schools are committed to awarding scholarships. Information changes frequently. Be sure to check out these sources regularly for scholarship guidelines and deadlines.
SENIORS - CVHS JOSTENS GRADUATION LATE ORDERS: Jostens is now accepting late orders. Please click this llable form JOSTENS LATE ORDER FORM and MAIL TO JOSTENS DIRECTLY. The cost for cap, gown and tassel is now $40.00. The deadline to get it mailed out to Jostens is April 15th. Any questions, please contact our Jostens rep Kirk Mayer at [email protected] and/or cell phone/text 818-642-2699. CLUBS
STUDENTS GET INVOLVED: JOIN A CLUB! The Club Expo has passed but it's never too late to join a club. Go to the CVHS Activities page at www.cvhsfalcons.com or https://tinyurl.com/cvhsclubslist2020-2021. Club Expo Videos are available as well as the O cial CVHS Clubs and Organization List, Club Calendar, and an email directory of advisors and club o cers. So what are you waiting for? Get Involved!
JOIN CEC CAREER CLUB!: Our club assists students with exploring their future careers! Our guest speakers provide valuable information regarding college and career pathways! Learn about college requirements! Club’s Instagram: cvhs_cec. Meeting Dates: March 24, April 7, and April 21 Zoom Link for the following meetings Join Zoom Meeting https://glendaleusd.zoom.us/j/89965222671? pwd=NzFXYTh3MHM0NVRjNGk0SGY3clBTUT09 Meeting ID: 899 6522 2671 Passcode: 637578
CALLING ALL MUSICIANS! Join CV's Tri-M chapter, part of an internationally recognized music honor society designed to encourage students' musical and academic achievements and give back to the community! Are you interested in serving the community through music? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of the people around you? Click the link below to join our Band page, where we'll be posting information and updates about meetings and being a part of the club! https://band.us/n/aaaf4bS7L6abF
CV CITY: Come to our club to learn how to trade and invest stocks, options, and more! No experience needed, and anyone can join! Join our Remind to get access to the zoom meetings every Thursday: remind.com/join/cv-city (@CV-CITY) or our Instagram @cv_city_club. Contact David Kahdian at [email protected] for questions.
COUNSELORS' CORNER
SUMMER SCHOOL INFORMATION: General Summer School information is available on the CVHS website https://www.gusd.net/Page/14621. Students who need remedial or ELD support courses should sign up directly with CV counselors during 1-1 meetings. Meetings will be scheduled via 8th grade history classes between March 29 and April 9, 2021.
Students who want to take Health, Living Earth, or elective classes in summer should complete the appropriate grade level and alpha counselor Google Form AND follow the directions to enroll with the desired program. Please READ and follow all directions prior to the March 26, 2021 priority enrollment deadline. Google Links are posted in the Class of 2025 CVHS Counselor Google Classrooms.
GUSD COLLEGE & CAREER DIVISION NEWSLETTER/WEBSITE: The Glendale Uni ed School District College and Career Division website (https://www.gusd.net/collegecareer) will publish newsletters and maintain information about college rep visits, and UC, CSU, Common App application workshops. Please continue to check the website for registration links, updates, and upcoming events. The a variety of events ranging from college rep visits, Financial Aid nights, Career exploration and other resources.
UPCOMING COLLEGE REP VISITS: (Some require pre-registration at: www.gusd.net/collegecareer) None scheduled.
COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
Students, remember all community service should be submitted through our Community Service website. All the information you will need is there. No more forms, no more lost paperwork! From the CVHS home page, nd the Students Tab at the top. Next from the drop-down menu, click on Community Service. At the bottom of the page, click on Click here to ll out the Community Service Form. Here is the link to the page. https://www.gusd.net/domain/1295. Questions, concerns, email me, Mrs. Gay, at [email protected].
During these hard times, many families nd it di cult to be able to cook, eat, and buy fresh produce. An integral part of staying t and healthy, the American Heart Association has teamed up with Adventist Health Glendale to promote heart health through fresh produce distribution. Produce Giveaway Flyer. For this special opportunity, the hospital is inviting high school students to volunteer and help distribute fresh produce to the Glendale community, sign up to volunteer below: 1. Use this SignUp Genius link to sign up for a slot: Sign Up for Produce Distribution 1. We ask volunteers to please sign up for as many shifts and dates as they want, help is always needed! 2. This is a 16-Week opportunity, you can choose any Wednesday to help out until June! 1. After you sign up, an email will be sent to you with more instructions on the next steps. 2. Some reminders to take note of: 1. Mask wearing will be mandatory 2. Hand sanitizer will be provided 3. Social distancing measures will be put in place 4. Community service hours will be given If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Lucy Madatyan at [email protected] or Shant Kevorkian at [email protected] or [email protected]
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Rvsd 03/10/21
Listed below are the GUSD Elementary Schools who have renewed their scholarship awards for the class of 2021:
Dunsmore Elementary School - download application, ll out completely and return as email attachment to Principal Stegman ([email protected]) Deadline to apply-April 2, 2021 Link to Dunsmore Elementary Scholarship Application 20-21 Fremont Elementary School - Application this year is a google doc - click on link to complete. Deadline to apply-April 30, 2021 Link to Fremont Elementary School Scholarship Application
La Crescenta Elementary School Foundation Scholarship & Recognition Award - Link is to instructions on application procedure. Deadline to apply-April 2, 2021 https://drive.google.com/ le/d/1Mxi4jg6p9GxlbilFvb1y-omRfHOxEZlF/view?usp=sharing
Lincoln Elementary School-Link to pdf of application. Download form, complete and email back as an attachment to [email protected] Deadline-April 2, 2021 https://drive.google.com/ le/d/1dDSg3Kpb1a3Qsm8bkJXg56t9dicOC2UY/view?usp=sharing
Monte Vista Elementary School - print out application from link, ll out completely and return it via email to Monte Vista principal, [email protected] Deadline to apply-April 30, 2021 https://drive.google.com/ le/d/1rCYzpZ0d33XQzEPGAnQpeaoVzP2zGPcJ/view?usp=sharing
Valley View Elementary School - Application this year is a google doc - click on link to complete. Deadline to apply-April 16, 2021 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8XTsVQp4J1ZDCWy4QHslhwBeHrziTDK1ONgcqd2f ZVil4mQ/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&