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The number one place for Freshmen to find out what's going on at LC.
The number one place for Freshmen to find out what's going on at LC.
Hi, class of 2022!
Hi, class of 2022!
We know that the transition to high school can be overwhelming. Our goal as Link Crew leaders is to help make it easier. This month, we hope you get used to your new campus and try to find a way to get involved with campus life! Ask your Link Crew leaders for suggestions about ways to get involved! We’re glad you’re here!
AUGUST 2018 Important Dates
AUGUST 2018 Important Dates
August 14: 9/10 Back to the Nest- get your schedule and PE clothes
August 16: First Day of School!
August 20/21: School Photos in your English class.
August 24: Welcome Back Rally in the gym
August 25: Link Crew Barbecue 5:30 in the quad
August 25: Welcome Back Dance 7:00 in the gym
August 27: Back to School Night
August 28 and 29: minimum days (out at 12:15)
We Love Laguna!
We Love Laguna!
Each month we will interview and highlight a teacher, a Link Leader, and a member of the class of 2022! Check out our AWESOME AUGUST Cardinals!
ALINA TRAN- CLASS OF 2019
ALINA TRAN- CLASS OF 2019
- What are your ambitions for after high school?
My ambition for after high school is to attend a four-year university, specifically a UC or a CSU. At the moment, I do not have a set career plan but I hope in the future my career will consist of helping others.
- What programs are you involved with at LC?
In school, I am involved in various clubs such as the Fashion Club and the Afghan Student Association. I aspire to create my own club this year as well. I manage Men's and Women's Volleyball and that is where I do most of my community service. I am also, of course, a part of Link Crew!
- What advice would you give this year's 9th graders to help them be more successful in school?
Advice that I would give to this year's 9th graders to be more successful in school is to be organized! As a freshman, I found it helpful to have two separate binders for even and odd days. Doing this gave me the habit of checking my binder every night to make sure all of my work was done before I switched them out. I also advise 9th graders to keep a planner, planners are vital because you can write down your homework, due dates, and upcoming events. Staying organized will lead to being successful in high school!
- What has been the best part of high school so far?
The best parts about high school so far have been the school events. Whether it be a school dance, play, or game, taking a break from academics and attending these events created memories with friends that will last forever. I've always enjoyed attending these events (especially Creek Rock) because they were always a fun way to support the school.
(Alina performing with the Afghan Student Association at the Multicultural Assembly)
(Alina and her mom)
- If you could change anything about high school, what would it be?
If I could change anything about high school, I would wish to have gone back and tried out for sports as a freshman. High school is the time to try new things and to find new passions. Even if you feel like you're not good at a sport, being a freshman allows you to join the freshmen sports teams and build your skills and maybe you could possibly become the next varsity player! I would strongly advise all freshmen who are interested in a sport to try out!
- If you could go to any concert, who would you see and who would you take with you?
If I could go to any concert I would definitely want to go to a Daniel Caesar concert. His voice is so angelic and I would love to hear it live! I would most definitely take my best friend Marilet because she is also a big fan of him as well.
- Why do you love Laguna?
I love Laguna because of its diversity! My favorite event to attend every school year is the multicultural assembly. Laguna Creek is one of the most diverse schools in California, and this assembly showcases the union of various cultures and watching each performance makes me appreciate attending Laguna Creek even more. Laguna Creek is truly AMAZING!
MATEO OCHOA- CLASS OF 2022
MATEO OCHOA- CLASS OF 2022
(Mateo Ochoa and his family at his HEMS promotion)
- What are your ambitions for after high school?
I would like to attend Sac State and study engineering.
- Are you involved in any clubs, sports or academies yet at LC?
I am in G.E.T.A. and am hoping to be in cross country, track and field, and drama club.
- What is the best advice you can give your classmates to help them be successful in school?
The best advice I would give my classmates would be to do their work right away and not procrastinate.
- If you could change anything about school, what would it be?
I would change the schedule so it was every class on Monday, odd classes on Tuesday and Thursday, and even classes on Wednesday and Friday.
- If you could go to any concert, who would you see, and who would you take with you?
If I could go to any concert I would go to De La Soul, A Tribe Called Quest, or Beastie Boys, and I would bring my father.
- Who is an adult who you really respect?
I really respect my father because he is very responsible, hilarious, and incredibly intelligent.
- Why do you love Laguna?
I love that Laguna Creek has many different sports and club options for me to choose from.
ROBIN LOPEZ- KENNEDY HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1996
ROBIN LOPEZ- KENNEDY HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1996
(Mrs. Lopez and her son at the Sacramento Zoo!)
- What is your role at Laguna and how long have you been here?
I have been part of the Laguna family for eight years now, teaching English and AVID. I’m the AVID Coordinator, and the AVID club advisor.
- What is your educational background?
It took me a long time to decide what I wanted to do, so I went to community college part time while working full-time for six years. I graduated from Sac State with a bachelors in English and a minor in Linguistic Anthropology. My actual teaching credential came from San Francisco State, but I worked through a teaching credential program with Elk Grove Unified.
- What activities, if any, were you involved in as a high school student?
I was not involved in any activities in high school, and it something that I regret now. If I could go back and do it again, I would join a lot more clubs.
- What advice do you wish more students would take to help them be academically successful?
I think students would benefit from not just taking notes in class, but going back to them after the fact. Notes are a good way to review, and remind yourself of what you learned.
- If you could change anything about high school, what would it be?
I would like there to be more free time in school, where students could get help from teachers during the school day. A study hall type class.
- If you could wave a magic wand and have any career in the world, other than the one you have now, what would you do?
A life coach! I could tell people what to do and they would pay me to do it! Or the person who name streets for new housing developments. Wouldn’t that be awesome?!
- Why do you love Laguna?
I love Laguna because it still feels like a family. Students and teachers are like our very inclusive of everyone.
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Link Crew BBQ!
Link Crew BBQ!
The Link Crew BBQ is one of our newest traditions! 9th graders get in free with their school ID. Eat some free food and play some games with your classmates and Link Leaders before the Welcome Back Dance!
The Link Crew BBQ is one of our newest traditions! 9th graders get in free with their school ID. Eat some free food and play some games with your classmates and Link Leaders before the Welcome Back Dance!
AVID SUCCESS TIPS
AVID SUCCESS TIPS
What supplies will I need?
What supplies will I need?
You won't know exactly which supplies you'll need until you meet all of your teachers on the first two days of school (remember, you go to all of your ODD classes on the 16th, and all of your EVEN classes on the 17th!), but here is a good guess as to what supplies you'll need for success. Being organized is really important in high school, and especially on our schedule! But guess what-- it's not hard! You just need to be prepared:
Backpack
- Just get one! If you switch backpacks (and/or binders) for odd and even days, you might get mixed up and have NONE of your materials. Also, you need to do your homework for the next day even if you don't have that class. Keep ALL your materials together, and you'll always have what you need!
- Get a real backpack, not a purse. You will have a lot of school supplies. There are really cute bags out there!
Binder
- Get a 3 or 4 inch binder for all of your classes. Some classes might require a separate binder or notebook, and some classes (like P.E.) probably won't need a binder at all!
Dividers
- You will need AT LEAST one divider per class, and many classes require that you have multiple dividers for that class to separate homework, notes, tests/quizzes, returned work. You might need 30 dividers. Yes, that's a lot, but if you take good care of them, you can use them for all 4 years.
Binder Paper
- College Ruled. You'll need AT LEAST 500 pages for notes, homework and classwork per semester.
Blue and Black pens
- Many teachers will require you write in blue or black ink. Not ready for ink? Buy erasable pens!
Pencils and an eraser
Highlighters
- At least 3 colors
A dry erase marker with an eraser
A pencil pouch to keep all this stuff in! (Let's get organized!)
A student planner to write down homework (our school does not provide these, but some academies do, so make sure you can return anything if you purchase it ahead of time!)
Tips for saving $$$
Tips for saving $$$
- Combine lists with another student (or students) and buy in bulk! It will be cheaper for everyone!
- Hit those August/September sales like it's your job!
- Ask your teachers. Your teachers CANNOT REQUIRE you to buy anything, so if you need it, ask! Not sure who to ask? Come see Ms. Hollingsworth in D-106! She'll be happy to see you and point you in the right direction!
What else will I need to buy?
What else will I need to buy?
- PE clothes (you can get those at Back to the Nest) and a SCHOOL lock for your PE locker.
- Subject specific requirements that might include: spiral notebooks, composition notebooks, art supplies, photo supplies, a smaller 1/2 or 1 inch binder for a particular class, index cards, post it notes, colored pencils, a stapler, a ruler.
MAGIC MONDAYS
MAGIC MONDAYS
Want MORE help keeping your grades up?
Want MORE help keeping your grades up?
Starting August 27, Link Crew and AVID will join teams to provide homework and school success strategies. Teachers and students will provide help getting organized, breaking big projects into manageable pieces, and help with homework. ALL students are welcome to attend!
Happy August Birthdays!
Happy August Birthdays!
That's it for this edition of FRESH PRINTS! Check back every month for even more cool stuff!
Fresh Prints is written and produced by Laguna Creek High School's Link Crew program. Contact Ms. Hollingsworth mholling@egusd.net with any questions or concerns.
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