Alta Vista High School

December 2024

Campus and Community

Last Month at Alta...

We held our 2nd CSAC meeting of the school year on 11/5 to review site goals and the school budget, which was attended by parents, students, staff, and community partners.

We took a group of students to Palomar College on 11/7 for their annual Trades Day event, where they got to meet with representatives from the various career sectors of interest to them.

On 11/4, students received valuable information from a Palomar College Ambassador who was on campus for a Q & A session.

On 11/7, we took a group of soon-to-be graduates to Palomar College for Trades Day. Students explored a variety of careers in construction and building trades and spoke to Palomar Outreach Services at this county-wide event. This was a great opportunity. As a result, one student was inspired and has begun the application process for concurrent enrollment!

On 11/12 and 11/14, we began the first of a series of workshops with our community partners from the Vista Community Clinic. The topic focused on building resumes and cover letters, as well as interview tips.

On 11/15, our monthly Coffee with the Principal meeting was potluck style. Families and staff brought food to share and enjoyed each other's company and conversation while they dined and painted rocks together. Join us in December for Coffee with the Principal!

On 11/18 and 11/19, Vista Community Clinic brought their mobile dental unit to campus to provide free dental screenings for students and their families.

On 11/19, a Mira Costa College Ambassador was on campus. One student took advantage of the opportunity to get their questions answered and applied for admission.

On 11/20 our community school staff held student mock interviews, allowing students to practice their interview skills before potentially applying for internships and/or jobs in the community.

On 11/21 we took a group of soon-to-be graduates to visit Palomar College where they got to tour the campus and get a glimpse of what student life could be like for them in the near future.

On 11/22 we took another group of students to visit Mira Costa College’s Technical Career Institute in Carlsbad where they explored a variety of potential career options.

Our PIQE classes and CHDV classes continue at MGM. Thank you to all who have participated.

COLLEGE & CAREER News

Coming Up:

December 2nd, Workshop: “The Key to a Successful Job Interview”

December 3rd, CHDV Resumes on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s 8-10.
December 3rd, Mira Costa College on campus, 10:30 - 1, room 4
December 5th, College & Career Workshop: “The Key to a Successful Job Interview”
December 6th, Mira Costa College Campus Tour
December 6th, Palomar College on campus, 10:15 - 12, quad / room 4
December 9th, Workshop: “Financial Literacy”
December 10th, Mira Costa College on campus, 10:30-1, room 4
December 12th, Student site Mock Interviews
December 12th, Workshop: “Financial Literacy”
December 16th - 20th, Winter Holiday festivities
December 17th, Mira Costa College on campus,10:30 - 1, room 4
December 19th, Last Day of Child Development
December 20th, Last Day of School, School Resumes January 8th

Remember: Completion of FAFSA or CADAA is a graduation requirement!

Students, if you are graduating in December or January AND will be starting college or trade school in January, you need to complete your financial aid application. Please see Mrs. Riebau in Room 4 to schedule an appointment as soon as possible. Parents are welcome to call with any questions or to schedule an appointment.

For further information regarding any of the above, please contact Mrs. Riebau in room 4 or by email merryriebau@vistausd.org

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A Message from your Community Liaison

Alta Vista High School Family Events

This month at Alta Vista High School, we focused on Thanksgiving, starting off with a wonderful partnership with Vista Teen Outreach. They generously offered us the opportunity to participate in their annual Holiday Food Basket Program in coordination with VUSD. We are incredibly grateful to have been able to sign up 19 families to benefit from this amazing initiative. With both pickup and delivery options available, we are excited to help support our community during this season of giving.

We also hosted our monthly "Coffee with the Principal," and this month's theme was Thanksgiving Potluck and Rock Painting. During this event, we invited families to share what they are thankful for as we enjoyed a meal together, fostering a sense of community. Afterward, we painted rocks that will later be displayed in our beautiful garden, a lasting reminder of the gratitude we shared.

To wrap up this special month, we celebrated the birthday of one of our wonderful mothers. We gathered to sing Happy Birthday and enjoy a cake, showing our appreciation for her and making the day extra special.

This month has been filled with heartwarming events at Alta Vista, and as we head into Thanksgiving break, I am deeply thankful for the incredible support and sense of community that surrounds us. I feel fortunate to be a part of this school and wish everyone a very happy and restful Thanksgiving

Beatriz Barron: Social Worker Olga Greenlee: Counselor Lydia T. Contreras: Community School Counselor

Michael Watkins: Peace Ed Mentor Allison Jones: Pass/Ameri Corps Mentor

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