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Glendale High School PTSA
"Building A Better School Community...TOGETHER!"
Weekly Recap 3/13 - 3/17
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR MESA STUDENTS!

Ten Glendale High School MESA (Math, Engineering, and Science Achievement) Club students participated in the preliminary MESA competitions at Cal State LA against 13 other Los Angeles area high schools.

Our GHS winners were:

Kaley Tien - 2nd place in 9th grade solo math

Richard Mirzoian - 2nd place in 10th grade solo math

Annie Doody, Clara Georges, and Jazmine Ramos - 3rd place in Speak Out, topic "Pesticides."

Please congratulate our winners who will compete in the regional competition on April 15th.
CSF SENIORS: DOUBLE-CHECK YOUR
CSF SEMESTERS BEFORE SENIOR AWARDS NIGHT!

Seniors, stop by Mrs. ClarkReed's room (2329) during lunch or after 6th period on Wednesday, March 29 (that's the Wednesday after Spring Break) to see what semesters you already have. If you qualify for some semesters that you did not apply for, this will be the time to make those up!
A NOTE FROM OUR SUPERINTENDENT
Dear GUSD Staff, Families, and Community,

Today the California Department of Education released the California School Dashboard, the State’s new Accountability and Improvement system for evaluating schools. This Dashboard replaces the API scores from several years ago.

I am very proud to share some of the exceptional ratings GUSD received:
  • District-wide, GUSD received a green Performance Level for all State Indicators for All Students performance.
  • Monte Vista Elementary received all blue Performance Levels for All Students performance.
  • Nine additional GUSD schools received all blue or green Performance Levels for All Students performance, including Keppel ES, La Crescenta ES, Mountain Avenue ES, Valley View ES, Verdugo Woodlands ES, R.D. White ES, Rosemont MS, Clark Magnet HS, and Glendale HS.

View all GUSD school and district Dashboards by clicking here.

Details about the Dashboard and State Indicators

The Dashboard reports on five State Indicators:
  • Suspension Rate 
  • English Learner Progress 
  • English Language Arts Academic Performance (elementary and middle school only)
  • Mathematics Academic Performance (elementary and middle school only)
  • Cohort Graduation Rate (high school only)
For each State Indicator, each school or district receives a Performance Level of:
Blue and green indicate very high performance, whereas orange and red indicate areas of focus.

In addition to an overall Performance Level for each State Indicator, schools and districts receive a Performance Level broken down by Student Group. Student Groups include:
  • Ethnicity
  • English Learners
  • Low-income students
  • Students with disabilities
I am happy to report that, on the District-level report, GUSD did not receive an orange or red Performance Level for any Student Groups.

This new Dashboard supports our district in identifying our strengths and opportunities for improvement, and providing targeted assistance to our schools when needed. We will continue to work tirelessly to provide an exceptional education for every student.
Your partner in education,


Winfred B. Roberson, Jr.
Superintendent of Schools 
PSAT SCORE BACK NIGHT
MARCH 30TH IN THE LIBRARY

Calling all sophomores and juniors who took the PSAT -- plan on attending the PSAT Score Back presentation on March 30th at 6:00 pm in the library to find out how you performed on your PSAT and learn tips about what to do to earn higher SAT scores.
SHOULD YOU TAKE AN AP CLASS?
How to Decide if Advanced Placement
Courses Are Right for You

(source: www.collegeraptor.com)

If college is a possibility for you, you should consider taking Advanced Placement (AP) courses if your high school offers them. There are many advantages to taking more challenging classes. In addition to possibly giving you an edge in college admissions, the courses could also have a positive effect on your college life.

It can be a tough decision, choosing between a “regular” class and an AP course. Hopefully these tips will help you decide which class is best for you.

Choosing whether to take AP classes

AP courses will be more challenging than the general classes. Therefore, you should really think about whether you are up for the challenge before signing up for the class.

If you feel confident that you’ll be able to get an ‘A’ in an AP course, then the decision is pretty straight forward–taking the more challenging course will not only be beneficial and stimulating for you as a student, but the increased rigor of your course load will also help to boost your admissions profile.

Getting a ‘B’ and sometimes a ‘C’ in an AP class could potentially look better on your transcript during college admissions than an ‘A’ in a general classes. However, since colleges review applications differently, it is best to discuss your course selection with your school counselor. Your school counselor will be able to offer advice and information on your course selection.

It is undeniable that AP courses can help you in the admissions process and better prepare you for college courses. But, beyond just the classes themselves, there are also benefits from taking the AP test associated with the classes you take.

Receiving a good score on the AP exams can offer a lot of advantages. However, you must know that not all colleges award credit for AP exams. Therefore, check with the colleges you are considering to learn of their AP policies.

Benefits of taking AP classes

Here are eight reasons why you should consider taking AP courses in high school.

1. Impress the admissions committee

Although many colleges take a holistic approach to making admissions decisions, the academic record is still one of the most important factors admissions officers consider. AP courses are more challenging classes than the general or college preparatory courses the majority of students take.

Since taking AP courses is typically a choice students make, just choosing to take an AP course can be impressive. If you can receive a good grade in the class, even better.

2. Possible higher merit aid

If a college offers merit aid or scholarships, GPA and test scores are usually used to determine the amount the student receives. Even if your high school transcript is on a 4.0 scale, many colleges will recalculate GPAs to take into account AP courses. Typically, AP courses are on a 5.0 scale. At many institutions, a higher GPA, can translate directly into more merit aid.

Check with the colleges you are considering to find out how they calculate merit aid or check an institution’s financial aid page, where they often list specific merit aid scholarships and their qualifications.

3. Develop strong academic skills

AP courses are known to be academically challenging. AP courses can be compared to first-year college courses. Therefore, students taking AP courses will have a harder workload and will be using much more critical thinking skills. The skills learned in the AP courses will help students be better prepared for college courses.

4. Save time and money

If you choose to take the AP tests and receive a 4 or 5, many colleges will award you college credit. With enough of these, you could accumulate significant college credit before even enrolling in college. This could save you money and time–possibly even allowing you to graduate early and with less debt.

Again, check with the colleges you are considering because not all colleges offer college credit for high AP test scores.

5. Help with major selection

Since advanced placement courses are much more in depth, students get to explore the subject area more than they would in general classes. If students are unsure of what they want to study, AP courses could help narrow down the list.

6. More elective classes in college

If you receive college credit for your AP test scores, those general education requirements will be fulfilled much earlier. Therefore, students can take a few exploratory or fun classes that are not required or related to their major.

7. Further exploration in your major

If AP credit has fulfilled general education requirements, you’ll be free to take further classes in your major. Most colleges have many more courses in a subject matter than students are required to take. Therefore, if the subject is something you truly love, you can dig deeper by taking more elective classes if you complete the core classes while still in high school.

8. Take a minor or second major

Sometimes taking on a minor or a second major is impossible to do in four years. However, AP credits could free up your schedule to add the classes you would need to achieve one of these. Minors are a great way to explore and study a subject with less commitment. A second major, and sometimes a minor, can also open up more doors in the future and may reflect positively on your resume.


Check out College Raptor's website for more college information!

 
OUR JAZZ BANDS NEED JUST A FEW MORE DOLLARS SHORT
IN FUNDING FOR THEIR RENO JAZZ FESTIVAL
TRIP IN APRIL

Can you spare a few dollars to send our Jazz Bands to Reno?

Glendale High School is sending two jazz bands to the Reno Jazz Festival on April 28-30 and they are a bit short of their fundraising goal.  Thirty-five students are attending the trip and they have raised $12K of the $13K needed for the trip.  

The kids have been working on their music for months and this will be first time that they have attended this prestigious festival.  Ms. Rangel and her jazz students need your help.  Please donate if you can!

 
 
All interested young ladies, please see Ms. Mendez in room 2128 for a permission slip. This event is sponsored by GUSD; it's free!

Dear GUSD Families,

We invite you to participate in our GUSD Parent Culture Survey and share your thoughts about safety, academics, and culture at our schools! Your answers will help your principal and the leaders in our school district make our schools better for every student.

Click Here to Complete the Survey Online

Please complete a separate survey for each child you have enrolled in GUSD schools. The survey should take about 10 minutes to complete. Please be honest with your answers, this survey is anonymous.

Paper versions of the survey will also be available in your school’s office in English, Armenian, Korean, and Spanish.

Please complete the survey by Friday, April 7. We look forward to hearing your feedback!

Sincerely,

Winfred B. Roberson, Jr.

Superintendent of Schools


UCLA SUMMER ART INSTITUTE

The Summer Art Institute at UCLA provides high school students the opportunity to consider a future in art. Develop, explore and expand your artistic vocabularies!   

Two-week sessions – Session A:   July 9-21 or  Session B:  July 24-August 4

Visit:  www.summer.ucla.edu/institutes/Art for more information, requirements, and application.  To view their Summer Art Institute Student Gallery visit www.art.ucla.edu/undergraduate/summerinstitute.html.
SUMMER SCHOOL APPLICATIONS FOR STUDENTS WISHING TO ADVANCE ARE NOW AVAILABLE
 
Students, if you are interested to take summer advancement courses offered by Glendale Education Foundation, now is the time to register!
 

SUMMER SCHOOL 2017 DATES

1st Semester – June 5 to June 20

2nd Semester – June 21 to July 7

July 4 is a Holiday


SUMMER SCHOOL 2016 TUITION

$570 for 10 Units

$285 for 5 Units


Reduced Rate for Students Receiving Free or Reduced Lunch:

$470 for 10 Units

$235 for 5 Units

The deadline for Summer School registration is April 15, 2017 to:


GEF Summer School (drop-off at office)
223 N. Jackson St. Room 102
Glendale 91206

OR

GEF Summer School (Mailbox)
1125 E. Broadway #356
Glendale, CA 91205

Applications can be obtained from Ms. Anjel in the front office, or downloaded from the GEF Summer School website.

Sat. 3/18 Girls JV Lacrosse Tournament (Away)

Mon. 3/20 3:30 PM Varsity Baseball vs. Golden Valley (Home)

Tues. 3/21 3:00 PM Varsity Baseball vs. Paramount High (Away)

Wed. 3/22 TBA Varsity Baseball (Home)

Wed. 3/22 8:00 AM Boys Varsity Golf Invitational (Away)
The Community Service Hours page has been updated on the school website.  To check your hours, click HERE.

California State PTA Takes Positions on State and Federal Legislation to Support All Children and Families 

 
California State PTA recently met to take positions on a number of bills, at the state and federal level. 

Opposed: HR610 
One House bill California State PTA is opposed to is HR 610 called "Choices in Education Act." This bill would repeal the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA) and reauthorized as Every Child Succeeds Act (ESSA). HR 610 would limit the authority of the Department of Education. It would establish a voucher program and repeal some of the nutrition standards for the national school lunch and breakfast programs. 

State Legislation and Full Report 
Additionally, California State PTA took positions on thirty (30) state bills.  Shayne Silva 
California State PTA Director of Legislation
UPCOMING COLLEGE REP VISITS

Juniors & Sophomores, college admissions reps from the following colleges and universities are visiting GHS! 
Stop by and start planning your future.

 

4/5 Oregon State University - Justin Strohmeyer, Regional Admissions Advisor will be in the College & Career room from 12:27 - 1:02.

Oregon State is the top research university in Oregon.  Located in Corvallis, one of the safest, smartest, greenest small cities in the nation, OSU has strong programs in engineering/computer science, animal science/vet med, agriculture, forestry, marine sciences, health sciences, and business, just to name a few! 

4/11 Emerson College - Amy Mitchell, Associate Director- Admissions LA Campus will be here from 10:00 - 10:30.

Emerson College is an all Arts and Communications school with strong programs in Theater, Journalism, Film, Creative Writing, Comedy & Communications.  Emerson's main campus is in Boston, but they also have a campus in Los Angeles!  Film, Drama and Journalism students are strongly encouraged to stop by and meet Ms. Mitchell on April 11th at 10 am!

4/12 Hawai'i Pacific University - Michael Taylor, Associate Director of Admissions will be here from 12:27 - 1:02

Hawai'i Pacific University is a private university known for its diverse student body who represent nearly 80 countries. The offers a variety of different programs including Business, Nursing, Psychology, Pre-Med, Marine Biology, Nursing and Environmental Science, none of which are impacted. Check out HPU's website for more info.

4/13 University of Michigan - Kristopher Tesaro, Regional Admissions Recruitment Coordinator will be here from 12:27 - 1:02

University of Michigan is a highly regarded public research university made up of 19 schools and colleges.  They offer many programs including architecture, dentistry, education, engineering, kinesiology, medicine, law and more. 

5/18 Harvey Mudd College  - Misha Kabashima, Assistant Director of Admissions will be here from 12:27 - 1:02

Harvey Mudd College is a private residential liberal arts college of science, engineering, and mathematics located in Claremont, California.  They have strong programs in biology, chemistry, physics, computer science, and engineering (and some combinations of those majors).  Any advanced students interested in these should stop by and talk to Ms. Kabashima.  AP Calc and AP Physics students, don't miss this opportunity! 
New events in RED
College Visits in GREEN

March 20-24: Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
March 27: NO SCHOOL
(staff on duty)
March 28 - 31: Drama Performance (7:00 - Ye Little Theater)
April 3:  Banking Day

April 5: Oregon State Univ. Admissions Rep on Campus (at lunch)
April 6: Open House
April 7: MInimum Day

April 11: Emerson College Admissions Rep on Campus (10:00 - 10:30)
April 12: Hawaii Pacific University Admissions Rep on Campus (at lunch)
April 12: Coffee with the Principal 7 pm (library)
April 13: University of MIchigan Admissions Rep (at lunch)

April 18-28: 11th Graders CAASPP testing
May 18th: Harvey Mudd College Admissions Rep on campus (12:27 - 1:02)

*BANKING DAYS (12:57 Dismissal)                       
April 3 & 17, May 1

*MINIMUM DAYS  (12:57 Dismissal)
March 17, April 7
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SCHOLARSHIP CONTESTS FOR THE 2017 CALIFORNIA ARMENIAN LEGISLATIVE CAUCUS

Assemblymember Adrin Nazarian and Senator Scott Wilk are holding two scholarship contests for the 2017 California Armenian Legislative Caucus’ commemoration of the Armenian Genocide. California high school students in 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 on its anniversary.

The visual arts scholarship is a joint venture between the California Armenian Legislative Caucus and the California Arts Council. Please note that the entry deadline is March 24, 2017.

For more information, visit Assemblymember Nazarian’s Press Releases Web page
IS YOUR STUDENT PARTICIPATING IN A SPORT?
ATHLETIC FORMS CAN BE FOUND HERE

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