Weekly Bulletin Designed by Jennifer Frey

4.27.20

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ASB Appointed Applications & Teacher Recommendations

If you’re interested in applying for an ASB appointed position for the 2020-21 school year, please use the links below to
apply online (also available at nhsden.org/asbapplications). Applications and two teacher recommendations are due on
Tuesday, May 5th by 11:59pm. A video submission is also required as part of the application process, so please get
started right away. Interviews for students who advance will be held on Friday, May 8th.

Application: https://forms.gle/3MVTYVqojxbLYE4j7

Teacher Recommendation: https://forms.gle/JowahgDadic2LEQ9A

2020-2021 ASB Elected Officers

Congratulations to our 2020-2021 ASB elected officers!

www.northwoodasb.wixsite.com/twolfnation
Now Accepting Applications for Yearbook 2020-21

Do you love to tell the stories of NHS? Do you have an eye for design? Are you an enthusiastic photojournalist? Is
writing your jam? If so, you need to apply to be on the 2020-21 NHS Yearbook staff because we would love to have
you! Yearbook is looking for new people for the following positions:

 Staffer (students who enjoy writing and love to share about in-school activities)

 Photographer (students who are able to take photojournalistic pictures of a wide variety of school-wide
events from sports to arts to in-class academic happenings and have solid photography and photo-editing
skills)

 Graphic Designer (students who have a flair for creating graphics and are familiar with using Adobe
Illustrator),

 To find the application, go to https://bit.ly/NHSYB20-21APP, or scan the QR code below! Applications due to
Mrs. McCann by Friday, May 1 @ 11:59 PM at JeannaMcCann@iusd.org.

Zoom College Visits

UC Santa Cruz

Join us on a virtual college visit with a representative from UC Santa Cruz. Find out more about our empowered and
engaged students, high impact research and stunning campus location.

A representative will be here to answer your questions. All high school students welcome, including admitted
students. Monday, April 27 2:30-3:30 pm. Connect:: https://ucsc.zoom.us/j/99453175793

University of Chicago

On April 28 at noon, Nicole Mullen from U Chicago will be presenting information regarding the University of Chicago to
sophomores and juniors. Come hear about admissions, financial aid, campus life and have your questions answered.

If you would like to attend, enter your email here: https://forms.gle/Z8EnvT5y93reaYL5A. Mrs. Smith will email the
zoom link to you just prior to the meeting.

Cyber Security Career Presentation

On Wednesday, April 29th at 12:15 pm, come hear a live virtual presentation on Cyber Security from Professor Jeff
Barnett. Professor Barnett has worked with the Dept. or Defense and the Dept. of Homeland Security. Come hear
about this fascinating career and information about possible internships in the field. All high school students welcome.
If you would like to attend, enter your email here: https://forms.gle/4PmDPzWF5LmKwfUx7. Mrs. Smith will send the
link prior to the presentation.

Counseling Canvas Courses and Announcements

All students have been invited to a Canvas course space by grade. Students should be able to accept their invitations
when they log into Canvas. We will be using the course space to deliver pertinent information by grade level. Parents,
please encourage your student to accept this invitation! If they did not receive the invitation, please have them email
their counselor.

The NHS Counseling Department provides updates via Instagram. Please make sure that you are following us
@northwoodhs_counseling. Currently, there is a #NHSMentalHealthChallenge that encourages students to exercise
positive thinking during this unprecedented time. We look forward to interacting with you on Instagram!

As always, your counselor is here to support you. Remember, if you are concerned for your safety or for the safety of
another student, please use the Say Something anonymous reporting system:

1-844-5-SAYNOW / www.saysomething.net / Mobile App / Say Something

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College Signings: Swim

Congratulations to the following athletes who have signed with colleges to swim at the next level!

Chris Pukszta - Cal Tech

Malik Hassouna - American University

College Signings: Football

Congratulations to the following athletes who have committed to play football at the next level!

Adam Fujiwara - Chapman University

Jaden Piazza - Fullerton JC
AP Test Information

Please log onto your College Board account and make sure that your account has an email address that you regularly use and check.
You can update your email address by clicking on your profile at the top right-hand corner of the page and going
to Account Settings. There, you can scroll down and verify your information. This is the email address that you will receive your Exam
E-Ticket/Credential (the link for your exam), so it is crucial that this information is correct. If it's not the correct email, you
can update the email address by clicking Update.

Make sure to continuously check our NHS AP Exam Information Document for the most updated AP information. You should also
become familiar with our Northwood 2020 AP Exam Schedule in order to be best prepared for your upcoming exam day.

Please email Mr. Kim-E (kylekime@iusd.org) or Ms. Tambara (kortneytambara@iusd.org) for any additional questions. Thank you!

Paper/GradeSlam Online Tutoring Program

We would like to remind you that Northwood continues to have a relationship with Paper (formerly GradeSlam). This is an online
tutoring service available to all students and most subjects 24 hours a day. We always encourage students to reach out to their
teachers first, but Paper is an excellent option for students to receive help with their coursework while we are all working remotely.
Students can access this service their class Canvas pages.

Charter Oak Awards

Over 300 T-wolves were recognized in our virtual Charter Oak Awards presentation last week! There were two different presentations
that showcased our recipients and they can be viewed on our website: https://northwoodhigh.iusd.org/charter-oak-awards.

Community Service Forms

Community Service forms are now available on the Northwood Counseling website under Quick links. Forms can be submitted to the
office by simply placing the forms in the envelope taped to the main office door or students can submit their forms by email to
jennyleveugle@iusd.org.
Dance Program Zoom Meeting

Students who are interested in learning more about the dance program at Northwood should join the Zoom meeting on Monday, April
27th at 3:00 p.m. For more information about the program, contact Judy Scialpi at judyscialpi@iusd.org.

LINK FOR GOOGLE DOC TO GET ZOOM ACCESS INFORMATION: https://forms.gle/jmpJgCsRtMquyYjM9

Drop-Off Box Reminder

The Drop-Off Box outside of the Admin. Office is for emergency drop offs only. Lately more and more sports equipment
is left out front on a daily basis. Please remember that this is not the place to store these items. The school is not
responsible for any sports equipment and sports bags left in front of the office. These items are the students’
responsibility and should be properly stored in the locker rooms or with coaches.

Orchard Hills Fencing

Students should not jump the fence between the Orchard Hills community and NHS. Students who are caught will be
warned and detention will be assigned.

Parking Permits

Students must have a valid parking permit to park in the NHS parking lot. Please remember that the lot is off limits to
all students during class time and passing periods, including Tutorial, and traffic laws and school rules apply while
driving on campus. Violations may result in loss of parking privileges or negatively affect eligibility for parking privileges.

Parking Lot Rules

Juniors and seniors, remember that you must have a parking permit to park in the lot and all laws are in effect while
driving to/from/around school. Please take all belongings with you to class because the parking lot is off limits during
class time, including breaks and Tutorial, and your car should not be used as a locker. Thank you for your help in
keeping our parking lot safe! Students will be considered ineligible for a permit in the future if they park without a
permit and will earn additional consequences such as detention and Saturday School. If you have questions about
obtaining a parking permit, check out the NHS website or see Ms. Tambara.

Absence Protocol

A reminder about attendance! Your attendance must be cleared within three days of your absence. Attendance can be
cleared by having a parent/guardian call 949-936-7201 or by bringing a note signed by the parent/guardian.

If a you plan to leave early you must either bring a note from your parent/guardian or be checked out by the
parent/guardian in the attendance or health office. If a you are not signed out, or you do not bring a note, prior to
leaving campus the absence will be considered a truancy. Phone call’s clearing mid-day absences will not be accepted.

If your attendance is not cleared appropriately then the student will receive a detention. Further consequences will
follow the NHS guidelines.

Skateboard Rules

Reminder: All skateboards must be properly stored in the locks by the bike racks or in a classroom. They may not be
carried on campus and no longer be stored at the front desk of the administration building.

SAC Hours

Reminder: The SAC is only open during break, tutorial, and lunch for purchases and approvals. On Wednesday morning
late starts the SAC is open for new ID cards and pictures only.

Please reference the NHS Planner and the NHS website for more detailed policies and procedures.

The Irvine Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs and activities including membership in student clubs shall be
free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying of any student based on the student's actual or perceived characteristics such as race or ethnicity, color, ancestry,
national origin, nationality, ethnic group identification, age, religion, actual or potential parental, family, or marital status, or the exclusion of any person because of pregnancy or
related condition, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, or genetic information; the perception of one or more of such
characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The District does not discriminate in enrollment in or access to
any of education programs available. Equity/Title IX Compliance Officer: Keith Tuominen, 5050 Barranca Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92604. Phone: (949)936-5047