• Congratulations to the winners of the wellness center Jamba juice raffle! Come by the wellness center during lunch today to pick up your smoothie. Drum roll please... the winners are: 

  JB Palascak

  Brynn Rizzi

  Reid Hazen

  Noah Tripp

  Ella Webb 

• Looking for a study break this Wednesday? Come out to the Band and Choir Winter Concert! It starts at 6:00 in the Student Union and admission is free. Should only be about an hour. Enjoy some classic holiday tunes along with other fun music. Hope to see you there!

• Auditions for the Drama Club's Winter Play "Tracks" are Tuesday, Dec 17 at 2pmpm in the Drama Room E201. No monologue needed. Just show up ready to read scenes from the show. For more information contact Dani Dunn or Eva DeWitt. Break a Leg.

• The Lion's Christmas Tree Lot is in need of volunteers for today's shifts. Dinner is provided and it's a great chance to give back this holiday season. Please stop by the College and Career Center or check the community service website to sign up.

• Happy first day of stress less week! Get ready for a fun week full of stress relieving activities to help you get ready for finals. Stop by the table at break in front of the Student Union to learn about different study tips and even add a few of your own to help someone else. PS - don't forget to ask your teachers about some more study tips.

• The fall play, Leading Ladies, opened last weekend! Don't stress if you missed it because we have one more weekend of shows! This Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7pm. Tickets are available on the SVHS website or are cash only at the door. Don't miss out on getting to see this hilarious show!

• If you have been accepted to any college, come add your picture to the accepted board in the College and Career Center.

• Tomorrow is Wellness Wednesday of stress-less week. Drop into the Wellness Center anytime at lunch tomorrow to try a 5-minute group meditation. We will share a few different meditation tools you can use during finals week. Fill out a wellness tip card while you're there and get entered into a raffle to win Jamba Juice delivered to school.

• Tryouts Day 1 is in Room M9 after school for eSports for Smash Bros and Mario Kart. Don't miss it if you're interested! So you after school in room M9.

• Happy Day Two of Stress Less Week! Stop by the front of the Student Union at lunch today to decorate Christmas Cookies and take a picture with Santa!

• Auditions for the Drama Club's Winter Play "Tracks" are Tuesday, Dec 17 at 2pmpm in the Drama Room E201. No monologue needed. Just show up ready to read scenes from the show. For more information contact Dani Dunn or Eva DeWitt. Break a Leg.

• Softball meeting this Friday, Dec 13th at lunch 12:45 in front of the gym.

• Thank you so much to those that participated in our study tip activity. here are a few tips/methods students and staff came up with to help you ace your finals: flashcards, Quizlet, lots of sleep, take breaks, study in groups, read your notes, use tutorial to ask questions and believe in yourself!

• Happy third day of Stress Less Week and Wellness Wednesday! Stop by the table @ break near the Student Union to write a note to a friend who is under a lot of stress and doing a great job! Then at lunch, visit the Wellness Venter for some relaxing, destress activities! While you're there, fill out a wellness tip card and get entered into a raffle to win Jamba Juice, delivered to school!

• Enter the Wellness Center's Jamba Juice raffle today by finding a wellness tool to help you during finals week. Stop at the Wellness table during break by the therapy dogs or drop into the Wellness Center during lunch. Don't miss this chance to have Jamba Juice delivered to you at school!

• Wrestling had their first Dual versus Santa Cruz High School this Wednesday, Angelo Vignato with a win by pin and Caleb Mendoza with a win by pin. Wrestling's next dual is at home on Wednesday at 5:30 versus San Lorenzo Valley High School.

• Happy last day of Stress Less Week! Come visit the therapy dogs during break in front of the office and then join in on guided yoga during lunch in the student union. We hope this week has made you feel a little less stressed as you prepare to do amazing on your finals!

• Planning on doing some fall cleaning during the break? Bring your donations to the Goodwill Donation Drive that the Drama Club is doing on December 8th from 9:30-3:00 in the parking lot. Questions? Contact Mrs. K

• Are you interested in going to Europe this summer? Stop by Ms. Mushrow's room C211 to sign up! Slots are filling up quickly so hurry!

• If you have been accepted to any school, stop by the College and Career Center to add your photo to our "Accepted Board."

• The Fall Play "Leading Ladies" opens Friday, Dec 5th! The show runs Dec 5,6,7,12,13, and 14 at 7pm in the Student Union. Tickets are $13 for students and $15 general admission and can be bought online the Plays and Musicals page of the website or at the door. See you there!

• Get ready for another Falcon Check this week! the prize is up to $15 this week so make sure to wear maroon and gold for a chance to win! The winner will be picked Friday, 12/6 during 5th period.

• Don't miss out on this fabulous travel and language opportunity! Come to Spain with Sra. Else and group! Sale on now - stop by Sra. Else's room for info.

• Join The Conversation in The Wellness Center Today at lunch as we decorate cookies & talk about managing the stress of family relationships during the holidays. The holidays can be both fun & stressful, come to the Wellness Center at lunch today & make a plan to stress less during the holidays. 

• eSports News! Team Tryouts are here for the All State CIF Spring Season. And not just for the same games either. This time, we have new games to compete with for our school:

  Starting Tuesday of next week, tryouts begin for Super Smash Bros Ultimate and Mario Kart 8

  ...then, after winter break, we will have tryouts for two new games: Splatoon 3 and the highly anticipated Fortnite: Zone Wars!

  Do you play any of these games? Consider trying out for one of our SVHS eSports teams! Come to an eSports info meeting today and Thursday in room M9 after school for details. And, don't forget, Smash bros and Mario Kart tryouts start next week on Tuesday. See you in room M9 after school!

• There are still a few shifts available at the Lion's Tree Lot for next week! Check the community service website to sign up!

• Seniors! UC/CSU deadline is tonight 12/2. Go to C703 during lunch today for some help finishing up those applications!

• The Wellness Center is hosting another Join The Conversation today, 12/6 at lunch. We'll decorate cookies & talk about managing the stress of family relationships during the holidays. The holidays can be both fun & stressful, come to the Wellness Center at lunch today & make a plan to stress less during the holidays. 

• We still need volunteers for the Lion's Christmas Tree Lot for Monday from 2-7. Sign up to get community service hours, and enjoy a delicious dinner! Sing up on the website or stop by the College and Career Center and talk to Amy.

• Stress Less Week is next week! Get ready for some fun and relaxing activities to get you ready for finals. Come on down to the quad on Monday to learn about study tips. Come decorate cookies and meet Santa in front of the SU on Tuesday. Take a trip to the Wellness Center during lunch for fun activities and write a positive note to a friend during break. Visit the therapy dogs at break on Friday and join in on a guided yoga class by the office field at lunch.

• Congratulations to our SVHS Varsity Smash Bros team for making the playoffs for the Fall California eSports Season! Of 293 high school teams, Our Varsity falcons ended the regular season ranked 22nd, guaranteeing them a spot in the top 32 bracket for state playoffs next week! Our first playoff game will be Today, right after school in room M9. Friends, Family, and Staff are all welcome to come and support our team for this single-elimination tournament, to see if we move on to the next round. So come on down to M9 today after school, and Lets-a-Go Falcons!

• Students interested in trying out for the boys golf team are encouraged to attend a meeting Tuesday, Nov 19th at 3:45 in Conference Room B.

• All college-bound seniors: if you have been accepted to any school, stop by the College and Career Center to add your photo to our "Accepted Board."

• The canned food drive is going on until the 21st. Make sure to bring all extra cans you have to your 2nd period classes to be collected! Come support people in need! The grade with the most cans wins a prize for the entire grade! We have a school goal of 2500 lbs to celebrate 25 years of SVHS. Let's do it Falcons!

• Congratulations to the Girls Cross Country Team for winning CCS on Saturday and good luck at State! Should out to the Boys Cross Country runner Aaron Weiss for making it to state as an individual and toe Ava Decleve for being the Division 4 champion!

• Extend summer this week Thursday with The Wellness Center. Jamba Juice will be on campus again - treat yourself to a Jamba Juice smoothie during break Thursday. $7 each, cash or card accepted.

• Good luck today to Sofia Niklaus and Erin Szymanski today as they compete in the CCS Tennis Championship today.

• Join the Hope Squad during lunch today to celebrate gratefulness. Have some hot cider with whip cream, make a turkey hand for someone you love and write a note of gratefulness for your favorite teacher.

• Come grab a slice of Pizza at the downtown Pizza My Heart this Wednesday evening! ASB is having a fundraiser so make sure to say you're from SVHS.

• If you are a senior considering Cabrillo next year, bring your laptop to C703 today at lunch. A representative from Cabrillo will be here to help with the application and to answer any questions you have.

• Planning on doing some fall cleaning during the break? Bring your donations to the Goodwill Donation Drive that the Drama Club is doing on December 8th from 9:30-3:00 in the parking lot. Questions? Contact Mrs. K

• The Fall Play "Leading Ladies" opens Friday, Dec 5th! The show runs Dec 5,6,7,12,13, and 14 at 7pm in the Student Union. Tickets are $13 for students and $15 general admission and can be bought online the Plays and Musicals page of the website or at the door. See you there!

• Seniors! Go to C703 Wednesday during lunch or 7th period  for a quiet and supportive space to work on your college applications! Counselors will be there to help with anything you need. Snacks provided!

• If you took the PSAT, your scores are available to you now. Please see Amy Paul in the back office to pick up your scores.

• All college-bound seniors: if you have been accepted to any school, stop by the College and Career Center to add your photo to our "Accepted Board."

• The canned food drive is going on until the 21st. Make sure to bring all extra cans you have to your 2nd period classes to be collected! Come support people in need! The grade with the most cans wins a prize for the entire grade! We have a school goal of 2500 lbs to celebrate 25 years of SVHS. Let's do it Falcons!

• Students interested in trying out for the boys golf team are encouraged to attend a meeting Tuesday, Nov 19th at 3:45 in Conference Room B.

• Girls Soccer tryouts are on Monday November 4th and Tuesday November 5th from 4pm-6pm. Meet at the turf field. Make sure to have all your FamilyID paperwork completed and a physical uploaded! We can't wait to see you there!

• Sophomores - are you interested in IB courses or earning the IB Diploma? Come to 10th grade IB Information Night and bring your parents. The program starts at 6:30 on Wednesday.

• Nov 6th is our annual Dodgeball Tournament from 6-8pm in the SVHS gym. Make sure to gather a team of 8-10 people from any grade or school and sign up by scanning the QR code on the SV Instagram post. We will also have a table on Wednesday at break for sign ups! There will be music, dodgeball and ice cream for all! Don't miss out.

• Girls volleyball is hosting the second round of CCS tonight at home. Come cheer on the Falcons as they take on Monte Vista. Game starts at 7pm!

• November is National Scholarship month. So seniors, make sure to check Naviance, stop by the College and Career Center or start up your own research to find free money to help fund your college education.

• Seniors! Go to C703 TODAY during lunch or 6th period  for a quiet and supportive space to work on your college applications! Counselors will be there to help with anything you need. Snacks provided!

• Wrestling starts this week! Contact coach for more information or come by practice from 4-6 every week day. Coaches information on the wrestling page of the website.

• If you are interested in a health-related career, make sure to attend the Health Careers Expo at Cabrillo. Today is the final day to register. Email or come see Amy in the College and Career Center to secure your spot.

• Congrats to girls volleyball on making it to the CCS semi-finals! They play at Harbor at 7pm as they take on the Pirates once again. Bring your friends and let’s beat Harbor!

• The wellness center is now open! Drop by before school, during break or lunch, and after school to see the space and see how it might be helpful for you. Drop in this week and help us create an art mural in the space. We're located in C504.

• Today at noon a rep from CA State University - Stanislaus will be in the College and Career Center. Stop by to learn more about this school.

• Check out Sra. Else's trip to Spain! There's a sale on this week but only until Halloween. Stop by C401 for info!

• Nov 6th is our annual Dodgeball Tournament from 6-8pm in the SVHS gym. Make sure to gather a team of 8-10 people from any grade or school and sign up by scanning the QR code on the SV Instagram post. We will also have a table on Wednesday at break for sign ups! There will be music, dodgeball and ice cream for all! Don't miss out.

• Girls Soccer tryouts are on Monday November 4th and Tuesday November 5th from 4pm-6pm. Meet at the turf field. Make sure to have all your FamilyID paperwork completed and a physical uploaded! We can't wait to see you there!

• It's time to get your spooky spirit on with the Halloween Costume Contest this Thursday! The categories are most creative, funniest, best duo, scariest, and best staff costume (for teachers and staff only!). The winners will get a big Halloween prize! Also, this Thursday it's time to trick or treat at your favorite teacher's door! Teachers with a pumpkin on their door have candy! Happy Halloween.

• Are you interested in technology or engineering? Local drone company Eivie is hosting an event discussing career paths, the design of their drone products and demonstrating a test flight of their new revolutionary drone! Join us Oct 30th during during lunch and 7th period in E101, Mr Postovit's room. Sign ups can be found on posters around campus.

• Haunted House 2024 was a huge success. Thank you to all the students and staff who made it happen. Special shout outs to Mr. Duffy and Ray Leonetti. Your talent and dedication is so appreciated.

• Come down to the student store today at break to sign up for pumpkin decorating! The decorating will be on Wednesday, Oct 30th in Ms. Nedney's room, see you there!

• Join the Wellness Center in the Quad tomorrow at Lunch for a cup of Horchata and share with us What Wellness Means to You. Stop by and say hello.

• Attention Seniors!

   

  Are you considering Cabrillo in the fall? Are you confused by the application process? Do you need an incentive to get the ball rolling?

   

  Then come to room C703 October 29th at lunch to meet with a Cabrillo representative and submit your application. Cookies will be provided, all you need to bring is your laptop. 

   

  If tomorrow doesn't work, we will have another session on Tuesday, November 19th at lunch. Same time, same place (though cookies are not guaranteed). 

   

  If you know you will be attending Cabrillo in the fall, this is a must for you. The application process can be daunting and confusing. Please take the time to come to this workshop where you will be able to work with a Cabrillo Coordinator and ask all the questions you have. 

• Feliz Dia de los Muertos. You will notice beautiful alters around campus celebrating Hispanic people we cherish. Use the QR codes to hear Spanish students tell you more!

• Seniors! Go to C703 TODAY during lunch or 7th period  for a quiet and supportive space to work on your college applications! Counselors will be there to help with anything you need. Snacks provided!

• Girls volleyball plays in the championship match tonight at 7:30pm at Harbor High. Bring your friends, and your friend’s friends. Let’s go falcons - beat Harbor!

• Dia de los Muertos is this week. During these days, an alter is placed to honor our loved ones who have passed. join us by the office to celebrate the lives of our dear friends who have left us throughout the years. Happening Wednesday and Thursday! Please feel free to bring a picture for a passed loved one or pet to place on the ofrenda. You are also welcome to bring an item of significance to them. We ask for respect and kindness to those participating.

• 3 more college reps are coming to visit on Halloween. Loyola Marymont at 9, Whitiier College at 10 and Dominican University of California at noon. You can register on Naviance or see Amy in the College and Career Center to learn more.

• Cool off tomorrow with the Wellness Center in the Quad at Break and treat yourself to a Jamba Juice smoothie. Jamba will be selling Mango-a-go-go, Strawberry Swirl and Strawberry Surfrider smoothies for $7 each. Cash or Card accepted.

• Sign ups Tuesday at break in the student store for pumpkin decorating activity.

• Are you interested in technology or engineering? Local drone company Eivie is hosting an event discussing career paths, the design of their drone products and demonstrating a test flight of their new revolutionary drone! Join us Oct 30th during during lunch and 7th period in E101, Mr Postovit's room. Sign ups can be found on posters around campus.

• Attention Juniors, Seniors! Are you a good student with a high GPA and want to be part of a nationally recognized honor society? You should join CSF! Application packets for the Spring 23/24 semester are due in the office by Friday March 25th. Go the SVHS website on the CSF page to download packets. 

• Any students that are interested in trying out for baseball team in the spring, please attend the introductory meeting with Varsity Head Baseball Coach Kevin Taylor on Thursday, October 24th. Please meet Coach Taylor at lunch time in the quad on Thursday, the 24th to fill out a questionnaire and receive additional information regarding the fall, winter and spring baseball schedule. 

• Enjoy the Sunshine today and treat yourself to a Jamba Juice smoothie during break today. Jamba will be offering three different flavors for $7 each today in the Quad. Tap to pay or cash accepted. Sponsored by The Wellness Center.

• Come by Sra. Else's room for info about our wonderful trip to Spain. There's a sale going on until Oct 30th!

• Day 3 of college and career week! Stop by the college and career center to take a career assessment and learn more about your possible future. Today's trivia question: What is the rarest profession in the world?

• Day 4 of College and Career Week! Come by the College and Career Center to make your own LIFE board and make sure you're on track. And join us at lunch in C703 for pizza and to learn about a career in Marketing. Today's trivia question: What is one of the top 3 most popular colleges with SVHS graduates?

• Reminder! You are still able to start/create a club for this school year until the deadline of Oct 25th! If you are planning on it, make sure to fill out the club constitution (located in the office or online) and turn it in as soon as possible to Ms. Nedney.

• Attention Juniors, Seniors! Are you a good student with a high GPA and want to be part of a nationally recognized honor society? You should join CSF! Application packets for the Spring 23/24 semester are due in the office by Friday March 25th. Go the SVHS website on the CSF page to download packets. 

• Happy first day of the SVHS Homecoming! It has been so fun to see so many of you in your Adam Sandler Attire! Tomorrow is White Lies Wednesday so make sure to write your biggest, school appropriate white lie on a white t-shirt or tape a piece of paper to a shirt. Also, stop by the quad at break every day this week to watch the homecoming court play some epic games.

• Any students that are interested in trying out for baseball team in the spring, please attend the introductory meeting with Varsity Head Baseball Coach Kevin Taylor on Thursday, October 24th. Please meet Coach Taylor at lunch time in the quad on Thursday, the 24th to fill out a questionnaire and receive additional information regarding the fall, winter and spring baseball schedule. 

• Girls Soccer tryouts are on Monday November 4th and Tuesday November 5th from 4pm-6pm. Meet at the turf field. Make sure to have all your FamilyID paperwork completed and a physical uploaded! We can't wait to see you there!

• Senior Merch is on sale in the student store every Tuesday and Thursday at break until Nov 15th. There are senior t-shirts for $25, crewnecks for $35 and PJ pants for $40. Be spirited for our final year.

• Time is running out to register for IB Exams. Last day for online registration, and payment and forms are due Monday morning.

• If you are interested in trying out for girls soccer, please come to the quick informational meeting on Thursday, Oct 17th at the start of lunch behind the gym.

• Homecoming Dance tickets will be on sale in the student store at break and lunch everyday this week! Prices are $3 with ASB seal and $5 without. The dance is the night of the 19th, right after the varsity football game from 9:30-11, doors close at 10pm. Tickets will be sold at the door for $5.

• We have 3 colleges visiting this week. Wednesday at 10am, Puget Sound will be in the College and Career center. Thursday morning, Lewis and Clark and Willamette will be here. Register on Naviance or see Amy in the College and Career Center for more information.

• Seniors! Go to C703 today (Wed) during lunch or 7th period  for a quiet and supportive space to work on your college applications! Counselors will be there to help with anything you need. Snacks provided!

• Thank you in advance for attending today's tardy detention! Please meet Iris and Morgan after school near the attendance office to serve your detention. We appreciate your dedication to coming to school ontime!

• Happy day 2 of homecoming and what a Wednesday full of White Lies! Tomorrow is Barbie vs Army Thursday so make sure to wear either your best cammo/earthtondes or pink and sparkles. AND come check out the homecoming court play games at break in the quad.

• Seniors! Go to C703 on Tuesday during lunch or 6th period  for a quiet and supportive space to work on your college applications! Counselors will be there to help with anything you need. Snacks provided!

• Girls volleyball plays three matches at home this week, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Come out and support Ava Morrison on her senior night against Soquel on Thursday! Games are at 6:30pm. Let's go Falcons!

• Ladies- do you want to rep Scotts Valley at CCS on November 5th? We need you! Did we mention Top Golf and free CCS SWAG? We really need you for CCS! Free golf, early outs, Top Golf and more! Maybe even free equipment from the Pasatiempo Ladies Club if you sign up before October 4th! Talk to our seniors Maisey & Serena, our junior Lauren, or our freshmen Lizzie & Becca! Or just let the office know you’re in for the Ws!!!

• If you're interested in playing boys basketball this upcoming season, there will be a basketball meeting in the gym during lunch time lead by Coach Gonzales. 

  Meeting Wednesday 10/9/24 at Lunch.

• Seniors - new merch will be on sale in the student store every Tuesday and Thursday at break! Stop by to get your senior shirt, crewneck and PJ pants. Be spirited for our final year.

• Earn 4 community service hours helping plant and water trees here on campus Sunday, October 13th 10-2. Meet at the softball field and snacks provided.

• Roaring Camp Railroads is looking for volunteers to help with their popular Thomas and Percy Halloween Party. Three weekends in October have morning and after noon shifts available. Reline a little bit of childhood magic while also earning community service hours. See Amy in the College and Career Center to sign up.

• Interested in hardware and software? The Coding Club is hosting the local tech company Digital Dynamics who will be coming to our school to present on the tech industry and personally teach the basics of hardware and software. Come join us in E101, Mr. Postovit's room on Wednesday Oct 16th 1-3pm. Sign ups can be found at the College and Career Center or on posters around the school.

• Any students that are interested in trying out for baseball team in the spring, please attend the introductory meeting with Varsity Head Baseball Coach Kevin Taylor on Thursday, October 24th. Please meet Coach Taylor at lunch time in the quad on Thursday, the 24th to fill out a questionnaire and receive additional information regarding the fall, winter and spring baseball schedule. 

• If you are interested in trying out for girls soccer, please come to the quick informational meeting on Thursday, Oct 17th at the start of lunch behind the gym.

🎉 Week of 10/7/24 Falcon News🎉

• Earn 4 community service hours helping plant and water trees here on campus Sunday, October 13th 10-2. Meet at the softball field and snacks provided.

• Roaring Camp Railroads is looking for volunteers to help with their popular Thomas and Percy Halloween Party. Three weekends in October have morning and afternoon shifts available. Reline a little bit of childhood magic while also earning community service hours. See Amy in the College and Career Center to sign up.

• SENIORS!! New merch is on sale in the Student Store every Tuesday and Thursday at break in the student store for the rest of October and November! T-shirts are $25, crewnecks are $35, and pj pants are $40! Be spirited for our final year! Homecoming is next week! and don’t stop the beat dance tickets will be on sale during break and lunch in the student store everyday! Tickets are $3 with ASB and $5 without, you can also buy your ticket at the door for $5! The dance is the night of homecoming 10/19 from 9:30-11!! 

• SENIORS we are doing round 2 of Homecoming Court nominations! Your second period teacher should have gotten an email from Mrs. Nedney containing the form you need to fill out and it should be on Google Classroom! The form has the top 20 students for Homecoming court, the top ten will be announced in tomorrow's 2nd period announcements!

• Homecoming is next week!! Here are the spirit day themes: (there is no school on Monday) Tuesday: Adam Sandler Day, Wednesday: White Lies Wednesday, Thursday: Barbie vs. Army, Friday: Class theme! Throughout the week, Homecoming court will be playing games at break. Homecoming court will be announced tomorrow. Those selected for Homecoming court have a meeting on Friday at Break in Ms. Nedney’s room. 

• On Saturday, October 19th, there will be tons of Homecoming festivities! The homecoming parade will start at 3pm going from the SV market to the high school. The JV Football game is at 4:30 and the Varsity game is at 7:30. The Future Falcons Festival will be from 4-7 and the Homecoming Dance will go from 9:30-11pm.

• Cross Country has a home meet TODAY at 4:30! Come support our team! Volleyball senior night is tonight at 6:30! If you’re free come and cheer on our Senior Ava during her last home game at SVHS! Be there and be loud! Football has a game vs Monte Vista tomorrow. Jv is at 5:00 and Varsity is at 7:30!

• Girls Tennis has a home match today at 4!

• The SVHS Snack Shack is looking for students to help serve snacks at the JV and Varsity home games at Homecoming, and earn community service! If you are interested, please reach out to Ava Thompson.

• Girls golf played SLV at DeLaviega last week and Won 144 to 164.last Tuesday they played Aptos at Seascape and won 159 to 174. Our record is now 4-0. Way to go!

• Ladies- do you want to rep Scotts Valley at CCS on November 5th? We need you! Did we mention Top Golf and free CCS SWAG? We really need you for CCS! Free golf, early outs, Top Golf and more! Maybe even free equipment from the Pasatiempo Ladies Club if you sign up before October 4th! Talk to our seniors Maisey & Serena, our junior Lauren, or our freshmen Lizzie & Becca! Or just let the office know you’re in for the Ws!!!

• Boys Soccer Pre-Season Meeting will take place on Tuesday, October 1st at the beginning of lunch (1:40pm) behind the gym – information about pre-season conditioning, tryouts, and the fall season will be shared. If you plan on trying out for Boys Soccer this fall, please plan on attending so you can meet the coaches and gather important information. There will be a Varsity and a Junior Varsity Boys Soccer team this year.

• Interested in giving back to your community while getting your service hours? Join the Key Club! First meeting is Monday, Sept 30th during lunch in E105. See you there!

• This week we have 3 college reps coming to visit: UC Merced on Wednesday and on Thursday, Washington State and Colorado State Universities. Register on Naviance or see Amy in the College and Career Center to learn more.

• Good morning, Falcons! A quick reminder that this Wednesday, October 2, is CBEDS Day. Attendance on this day is very important, as it helps our school with important funding and resources. To make it fun, we’re adding a little incentive—whichever grade level has the best attendance on Wednesday will win a special ice cream treat at the end of the week! So make sure you show up, represent your class, and help us make the most of this important day.

• Did you lose a shoe, a jacker or a water bottle? How about a pair of shorts or a sweater? If so, come to the office and check out the lost and found before it gets taken away this Friday.

• Fall is a great time to do community service! There are some fun opportunities coming up, like the Scotts Valley Library book sale, Soquel Elementary Carnival, and the Snack Shack at our home football games. Check the website or with Amy in the college and career center for more information.

• Travel to Spain this summer! Come hear about our amazing trip this Thursday at lunch in Ms. Else's room

  - serving tapas!

• If you're interested in playing boys basketball this upcoming season, there will be a basketball meeting in the gym during lunch time lead by Coach Gonzales. 

  Meeting Wednesday 10/9/24 at Lunch

🎉 Week of 9/30/24 Falcon News🎉

• Ladies- do you want to represent Scotts Valley at CCS on November 5th? We need you! Did we mention Top Golf and free CCS SWAG? We really need you for CCS! Free golf, early outs, Top Golf and more! Maybe even free equipment from the Pasatiempo Ladies Club if you sign up before October 4th! Talk to our seniors Maisey & Serena, our junior Lauren, or our freshmen Lizzie & Becca! Or just let the office know you’re in for the Ws!!!

• Boys Soccer Pre-Season Meeting will take place on Tuesday, October 1st at the beginning of lunch (1:40pm) behind the gym – information about pre-season conditioning, tryouts, and the fall season will be shared. If you plan on trying out for Boys Soccer this fall, please plan on attending so you can meet the coaches

• Seniors!! Homecoming is just around the corner, we have our first round of homecoming court nominations today! Just write down 10 seniors you think would be a good fit for this year's homecoming court!

• Girls Tennis has a HOME match at 4 vs Soquel today! Make sure to come and show your support! Good luck to girls golf today vs Santa Cruz and cross country on Saturday at Half Moon Bay!

• Our football team has their first home night game this Saturday! JV is at 5 and Varsity is at 7:30. It’s also Senior Night so make sure to come and support our football and cheer seniors! The theme is USA and falcon frenzy will be handing out red white and blue accessories!

• The senior class is hosting a Taco Tuesday fundraiser on Oct 8th at the River St Chipotle!! Come by to grab some good food! make sure to say you are there for the fundraiser!

• SENIORS if you are looking for some cool merch to wear on Fridays look no further!! Senior T-shirts, Crewnecks, and Pj pants go on sale Tuesdays and Thursdays at break next week!! Come by and grab a pair T-shirts are $25, crewnecks are $35 and pjs are $40!!

• Congratulations to the Junior Class for having the best attendance on Wednesday! To celebrate, every junior will receive an ice cream treat at break. Be sure to hold onto your ticket, which you will receive right now, and use it to redeem your ice cream at break. Great job, juniors-keep up the excellent attendance! To celebrate the incredible attendance on Wednesday from every grade level, we're treating everyone to an Otter Pop on Friday at break! Swing by the designated area during break to grab your treat and enjoy. Keep up the great attendance!

• Did you order a portrait package from Covelleo and Covello Photography? If you did, come by the office to pick up your photos today!

• Yesterday marked the start of Banned Books Week. Did you know that the book 1984 by George Orwell is the most banned book of all time? Stop by the library to check out other banned books!

• Come to Music at Skypark this Sunday Sept 29th for an afternoon of free concerts. All proceeds benefit our art and music programs. The first concert starts at 1:30 and our very own SVHS choir sings at 3. The last concert goes to 5:30. See you there!

• Girls volleyball plays at home tonight against Harbor at 7pm. Bring your friends and your friend’s friends - we need to pack the house. Let’s go Falcons!

• If you have been accepted to a college, come see Amy in the College and Career Center to add your accomplishment to our ACCEPTED board.

• The sophomore class has a fundraiser at Chipotle on Sunday the 29th from 4-8pm on River St in Santa Cruz. Remember to say you're there for the fundraiser!

• If you are interested in attending college in England, come meet with 3 UK universities today at 10 o'clock at the college and career center.

• Boys Soccer Pre-Season Meeting will take place on Tuesday, October 1st at the beginning of lunch (1:40pm) behind the gym – information about pre-season conditioning, tryouts, and the fall season will be shared. If you plan on trying out for Boys Soccer this fall, please plan on attending so you can meet the coaches and gather important information. There will be a Varsity and a Junior Varsity Boys Soccer team this year.

• Interested in giving back to your community while getting your service hours? Join the Key Club! First meeting is Monday, Sept 30th during lunch in E105. See you there!

• On Monday, September 30th, a rep from UC Santa Cruz will be visiting the College and Career Center. Sign up on Naviance or visit Amy in the Center for more information.

• It's Banned Books Week. Did you know that 56% of all banned books are Young Adult titles? Stop by the library to find out how you can support your right to read.

• The office will close today, Wed 9/25 at 2:30pm. Please be sure to get any items you need out during lunch. Sorry for the inconvenience.

• September is Suicide Prevention month. Come join the Hope Squad at lunch for an activity and lemonade. We can all work together to support our friends and family.

• It's Banned Books Week. In 2023 the state of Florida tried to ban 2,672 different books, the most of any state in the US. to learn more about banned books, stop by the library, today is the last day to check it out!

🎉 Week of 9/23/24 Falcon News🎉

• Looking for Community Service Hours and want to support mental health awareness in our own community? This Saturday at Skypark, you can get community service for cheering on walkers at the Out of the Darkness Walk being put on by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. You can show up to the Volunteer Booth at 8:30am The walk goes until 2pm but come for as long as you can. Contact Ms. Hershey and Ms. Wahl if you have any questions!

• Cross country has their first home meet of the season today at 4:30! Make sure that you come support our team as they defeat SLV on our home course! 

• Football has a home game this Saturday vs North Monterey County! JV at 11 and Varsity at 2. Make sure to come support by wearing black to match the team!

• Come watch our girls volleyball team destroy Aptos at home tonight! Freshmen/frosh at 4:00, JV at 5:00, and Varsity at 6:30! Let’s pack the house!

• Did you order a portrait package from Covello and Covello Photography? If you did, come by the office to pick up your photos today! 

• Yesterday marked the start of Banned Books Week. Did you know that the book 1984 by George Orwell is the most banned book of all time? Stop by the library to check out other banned books! 

• Come to Music at Skypark  this Sunday Sept 29th for an afternoon of free concerts.  All proceeds benefit our art and music programs. The first concert starts at 1:30 and our very own SVHS choir sings at 3. The last concert ends at 5:30. See you there! 

• If you have been accepted to a college, come see Amy in the College and Career Center to add your accomplishment to our ACCEPTED board. 

• The sophomore class has a fundraiser at Chipotle THIS SUNDAY from 4-9pm on River St in Santa Cruz. Remember to say you're there for the fundraiser! 

• If you are interested in attending college in England, come meet with 3 UK universities today at 10 o'clock at the college and career center. 

• Boys Soccer Pre-Season Meeting will take place on Tuesday, October 1st at the beginning of lunch (1:40pm) behind the gym – information about pre-season conditioning, tryouts, and the fall season will be shared. If you plan on trying out for Boys Soccer this fall, please plan on attending so you can meet the coaches and gather important information. There will be a Varsity and a Junior Varsity Boys Soccer team this year. 

• Interested in giving back to your community while getting your service hours? Join the Key Club! First meeting is Monday, Sept 30th during lunch in E105. See you there!

• Chicharrones are going to be given out today during lunch to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! Also, there will be a Loteria game next Monday during lunch, and winners will get a gift certificate to Los Gallos!

• The SVHS Snack Shack is looking for students to help serve snacks at the JV and Varsity home games this Saturday! If you are interested, please reach out to Ava Thompson.

• And finally, we are announcing the theme of this year’s 25th anniversary Homecoming! The 2024 Homecoming Theme is…DON’T STOP THE BEAT!!! Seniors are representing country music, Juniors are pop, Sophomores are rap, and Freshmen are rock! Homecoming week will take place between October 15th-19th with tons of fun festivities including a spirit week! The spirit days are Adam Sandler Tuesday, White Lies Wednesday, Barbie vs. Army Thursday, and Class Theme Friday, there is no school that Monday! If you are interested in being part of your class's lip sync or float builds and activities, come to the tables in front of the Student Union at break!

• We’ve got an amazing opportunity for you to get involved and make a difference in our community! United Way of Santa Cruz County is partnering with students and adults to create better opportunities for kids, and we need YOUR help!

  We’re looking for high school students to join the Pathways to Possibility Project Design Team right here in Scotts Valley. As a team member, you'll advocate for more funding for youth programs, plan fun events, and work with the community to make a real impact.

  Visit our table during lunch this Monday and come to our informational session on Tuesday during tutorial to learn more!

  Benefits:

  • Build teamwork & leadership skills

  • Improve public speaking

  • Engage in civic activities

  • Earn community service hours + receive a stipend

  • Enjoy snacks at meetings!

  • Earn Community Service hours

  Don’t miss this chance to get involved and have your voice heard!

• Are you interested in going to the Swiss Alps, the French Riviera and Spain in June 2025? Stop by room C211 for the trip information. There will be a parent meeting for anyone interested Wed, 9/18 at 6pm. The trip is open to ALL students.

• Happy Heritage Month!! We hope that this month you take this time to support and learn about the Latin community. Today we will be giving out candy so make sure you stop by! Y viva Latino America

• There is a Career Workshop on Tuesday the 17th in room C703. If you are interested in careers in cancer treatment, stop by and get a slice of pizza too!

• Auditions for the Fall Play "Leading Ladies" are next week. Sign up for an audition spot for either Monday 9/16 or Tuesday 9/17 by going to Ms. K's website or scanning the QR code on the posters up around school. You'll need to memorize a one minute comedic monologue! Any questions? Go ask Ms. K in C705. Break a leg!

• Attention Juniors and Sophomores!

   

  SVHS will be hosting the PSAT on Saturday, October 12th! To sign up, bring $30.00 cash or check (written out to SVHS) to Leigh in the Front Office between 7:30AM-3:30PM beginning Thursday, September 5th until Wednesday, September 18th ONLY. Due to College Board's new digital system, we will not be able to accept sign-up's after September 18th.

   

   

• Hoy Es el Cumpleanos de Mexico! Viva Mexico

• Are you interested in helping launch the first Wellness Center on campus? The Student Wellness Committee is looking for students who want to promote well being on campus and help create a wellness center that benefits all students and represents YOUR interests and needs. Commitment requires attending meetings once every two weeks. We need help with everything from art & design to promoting & hosting events. Scan the QR code on the flyers outside the attendance office and library to express your interest.  

• There are some really fun community service opportunities coming up, including Pug-o-Ween, Sage and Seekers and working the snack shack at our football games. Get those hours in early. For more information, check the website or visit Amy in the College and Career Center.

• First Fashion Club meeting today, 9/16 at lunch in Ms Mushrow's room C211.

• Do you have an interest in software development? The Coding Club is hosting the local tech company Digital Dynamics, who will be coming to our school to present on the software industry and personally teach the basics of software. Come join us in E101, Mr. Postovit's Room, on Wednesday, Oct 16th 1-3pm which is during lunch and 7th period. The form for signups can be found on posters for the event around campus.

• Did you order a portrait package from Covelleo and Covello Photography? If you did, come by the office to pick up your photos today!

• Although most scholarships aren't open until spring, there are a few great opportunities with deadlines coming up soon. Check Naviance or stop by the College and Career Center for more information.

🎉 Week of 9/16/24 Falcon News🎉

• Happy Heritage Month!! We hope that this month you take this time to support and learn about the Latin community. 

• Attention Juniors and Sophomores! SVHS will be hosting the PSAT on Saturday, October 12th! To sign up, bring $30.00 cash or check (written out to SVHS) to Leigh in the Front Office between 7:30AM-3:30PM beginning Thursday, September 5th until Wednesday, September 18th ONLY. Due to College Board's new digital system, we will not be able to accept sign-ups after September 18th.

• Make sure to come support our football team against Soquel this Saturday at home! JV at 11 and Varsity at 2. The theme is ruling over the knights, so wear royal red and come grab a paper crown from falcon frenzy!!

• Tomorrow at lunch, we’ll be giving out agua de horchata at the student store so make sure you stop by! Also, There’s still time for you to sign up for the Lotería game happening Sept. 30. You could have a chance to win a certificate to Los Gallos so make sure to stop by and sign up. Keep an ear out for upcoming events!

• The SVHS Snack Shack is looking for students to help serve snacks at the JV and Varsity home games this Saturday! If you are interested, please reach out to Ava Thompson.

• College visits! This Friday, Sept 13th Hampden Sydney College from Virginia will be here at 12pm. Next Thursday USC will be here at 10:00am. All college visits are help in the College and Career Center. See Amy with any questions.

• Auditions for the Fall Play "Leading Ladies" are next week. Sign up for an audition spot for either Monday 9/16 or Tuesday 9/17 by going to Ms. K's website or scanning the QR code on the posters up around school. You'll need to memorize a one minute comedic monologue! Any questions? Go ask Ms. K in C705. Break a leg!

• Join Sra Else this summer on a Spanish immersion trip to Spain. Madrid, Barcelona and much more! Information this Thursday at lunch in C401. Tapas will be served.

• Attention Juniors and Sophomores!

   

  SVHS will be hosting the PSAT on Saturday, October 12th! To sign up, bring $30.00 cash or check (written out to SVHS) to Leigh in the Front Office between 7:30AM-3:30PM beginning Thursday, September 5th until Wednesday, September 18th ONLY. Due to College Board's new digital system, we will not be able to accept sign-up's after September 18th.

   

   

• If you are interested in being involved with tech or crew for the Fall Play be sure to go to the informational meeting , 9/11 at lunch in the Student Union.

• Girls volleyball wraps up their pre-season this Friday at home against Sobrato. Come cheer on all three squads starting right after school. Varsity plays at 6:30pm. Go Falcons!

• There is a Career Workshop on Tuesday the 17th in room C703. If you are interested in careers in cancer treatment, stop by and get a slice of pizza too!

• Your Ultimate Frisbee Club is having a pick up Ultimate game on the upper fields @ 4:30 today. Anyone and everyone is invited to play.

• Latino Role Models Conference 2024 is this Saturday, Sept 14th 9-1 at Cabrillo College Crocker Theater. Details in the News From the Nest and in the front office.

• Freshmen Election results: Treasurer: Elliot Casper; Secretary: Addy Bazeghi; VP: Ryan Palesano; Pres: Kasi Strong

🎉 Week of 9/9/24 Falcon News🎉

• Sophomores and Juniors! SVHS will be hosting the PSAT on Saturday, October 12th! To sign up, bring $30.00 cash or check (written out to SVHS) to Leigh in the Front Office between 7:30AM-3:30PM beginning Thursday, September 5th until Wednesday, September 18th ONLY. Due to College Board's new digital system, we will not be able to accept sign-ups after September 18th.

• Attention Juniors and Seniors! College visits are starting soon. Go to your Naviance account to see the list of colleges already scheduled. All college visits are held on campus in the College and Career Center. See Amy Paul with any questions. Also, tomorrow at noon, a representative from Hampden-Sydney College in Virginia will be visiting. If you're interested in learning more about this historic college dedicated to the higher education of men, please register through your Naviance account or visit Amy Shiovitz n the college and career center

• The freshman class is having a bake sale fundraiser at Skypark at 12:30 on Sunday the 15th, come support your class!

• Girls volleyball has a home game this Friday. Freshman at 4, JV at 5 and Varsity at 6:30!

• Good luck to the cross country team today at their meet vs Santa Cruz!! 

• Football game vs our rival SLV on Saturday! The theme is hunting down the cougars in their home territory! Wear camouflage and come support. JV at 10 and Varsity at 12:30! 

• Voting for freshmen elections is happening now! The results for President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary will be announced tomorrow!

• Congratulations to the Seniors who won the first Battle of the Classes in the Amazing Race last Friday. Every senior wins an ice cream to be given out Wednesday at the start of lunch. Ice cream tickets will be delivered in 3rd period.

• eSports tryouts are next week! Interested in competing for our school in eSports? Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros team tryouts begin next week on Tuesday and Wednesday after school in room M9. That's after school Tuesday the 10th and Wednesday the 11th in room M9. Want to know more? Stop by the eSports club table this Friday at the club fair. See you then!

• Girls volleyball has back to back home games Wednesday and Thursday this week. Varsity plays at 4pm on Wednesday and 6:30pm on Thursday. Come support your lady falcons!

• If anyone is interested in Girls Basketball, go to the back of the gym next Tuesday 9/10 for an informational meeting. No experience is need and everyone is welcome.

• Attention Juniors and Seniors! College visits are starting soon. Go to your Naviance account to see the list of colleges already scheduled. All college visits are held on campus in the College and Career Center. See Amy Paul with any questions.

• Are you interested in being involved with the Fall Play, as an actor or part of the tech & crew? Then, please come to an informational meeting on Thursday, Sept 11th at lunch in the Student Union. This production call is open to all students! Break a leg!

• Attention Juniors and Sophomores!

   

  SVHS will be hosting the PSAT on Saturday, October 12th! To sign up, bring $30.00 cash or check (written out to SVHS) to Leigh in the Front Office between 7:30AM-3:30PM beginning Thursday, September 5th until Wednesday, September 18th ONLY. Due to College Board's new digital system, we will not be able to accept sign-up's after September 18th.

   

   

• Congrats to varsity girls volleyball on their win over Harker last night in a four set thriller. Frosh and JV play Monte Vista today after school, come support your lady falcons!

• Scotts Valley HS turns 25 this Sunday, Sept 8th. Join us for a celebration in the quad at break on Monday Sept 9th. Cupcakes will be given to all students and staff courtesy of our amazing parent club.

🎉 Week of 9/2/24 Falcon News🎉

• eSports tryouts are next week! Interested in competing for our school in eSports? Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros team tryouts begin next week on Tuesday and Wednesday after school in room M9. That's after school Tuesday the 10th and Wednesday the 11th in room M9. Want to know more? Stop by the eSports club table this Friday at the club fair. See you then!

• The SVHS Snack Shack is looking for students to help serve snacks at the JV and Varsity home games this Saturday! If you are interested, please reach out to Ava Thompson.

• Thriller auditions are next Wednesday after school in the cafeteria, if you want to audition YOU NEED to register before you participate in tryouts by going svhaunt.org/register and signing up as a Thriller Zombie!

• Football home game this Saturday vs Branham. JV at 11 and varsity at 2. Theme is white out!! Make sure to dress in all white!!

• Volleyball home game today vs Harker. Frosh at 4, JV at 5, and Varsity at 630.

• Good luck to the cross country team at their meet on Saturday! And good luck to girls tennis in their match tonight! 

• Girls Basketball meeting, next Tuesday at lunch, behind the gym

• Attention Juniors and Seniors! College visits are starting soon. Go to your Naviance account to see the list of colleges already scheduled. All college visits are held on campus in the College and Career Center. See Amy Paul with any questions.

• Are you interested in being involved with the Fall Play, as an actor or part of the tech & crew? Then, please come to an informational meeting on Wednesday, Sept 11th at lunch in the Student Union. This production call is open to all students! Break a leg!

• Sophomores and Juniors! SVHS will be hosting the PSAT on Saturday, October 12th! To sign up, bring $30.00 cash or check (written out to SVHS) to Leigh in the Front Office between 7:30AM-3:30PM beginning Thursday, September 5th until Wednesday, September 18th ONLY. Due to College Board's new digital system, we will not be able to accept sign-ups after September 18th.

• Today is respect your community day! We are fortunate to live in an area with such a tight knit community. We have many community events like the multicultural fair happening this Saturday. Some ways you can respect and help your community are volunteering at events, helping pick up trash, or donating clothes and food.. Tomorrow is Friday and respect your school day so wear maroon and gold to show school spirit.

• The community service fair is today at lunch in the quad so check it out if you are interested in some community service opportunities.

• The club fair is tomorrow at lunch in the quad, so come sign up for some of the awesome clubs that our school has to offer

• Tomorrow is our respect week rally so you will go to the rally with your 3rd period class, it will be an odd long assembly schedule.

• Let's-A-Go!" Fall eSports is starting! Are you interested in competing for our school eSports team? Join Mr. Serigstad and Mr. Labrie in room M9 during lunch TODAY for an informational meeting about upcoming tryouts. You could help us go to the California State Playoffs for a second year in a row! See you there!

• Attention Juniors and Seniors! College visits are starting soon. Go to your Naviance account to see the list of colleges already scheduled. All college visits are held on campus in the College and Career Center. See Amy Paul with any questions.

• Girls volleyball has their first home games of the season this Thursday against Pacific Grove. Bring a friend and come support. Varsity starts at 6:30pm.

• Haunt Season is upon us! If you are interested in being a part of Scotts Valley's 22nd annual Haunted House, you can join by meeting with us in the student union on August 29th, during lunch. Can't wait to see you there.

• Come on down to the field by the office this Friday, August 30th to see your grade compete in the Amazing Race! Each Class will compete in a series of games for a chance to win the ENTIRE CLASS ice cream! Make sure to help cheer on your team by wearing your grade's color. Seniors wear blue, Juniors wear Green, Sophomores wear red and Freshmen wear white.

• Exciting news—the Scotts Valley Multicultural Fair is now set for Saturday, September 7th! 

  We’d love for you to join us as a volunteer for this awesome event. Not only will you be helping out, but you’ll also earn community service hours for your time! Just fill out the quick form by Sunday, August 28th, to sign up.

  We’ll send you all the details and schedule as the date gets closer. Your energy and support are what make our fair so special, and we’re super grateful for your help!

  We can’t wait to see you on September 7th for an amazing day of fun and culture!

• Clubs! Clubs! Clubs! Are you wanting or thinking about creating a club for this school year? Well, if you are, you will need to fill out the the club constitution, which is located in our front office and on the school website. Turn it in to either the front office or Ms Nedney! If you have any questions or want more information, make sure to go to Ms. Nendey's room on August 30th at break for more insight.

• Are you interested in being involved with the Fall Play, as an actor or part of the tech & crew? Then, please come to an informational meeting on Thursday, Sept 11th at lunch in the Student Union. This production call is open to all students! Break a leg!

• Pulseras are here! Beautiful handmade purses and bracelets are on sale at lunch. Proceeds benefit communities in Guatemala and Nicaragua - Check it out!

• Good luck to our Falcon Cross Country Team today, Aug 29th, for their first meet! Don't forget to come support our Girls Volleyball Teams today at their first home game of the season- JV at 5, Frosh/Soph at 4 and Varsity at 6:30.

• Next week is Respect Week! The themes for each day are Tuesday: respect yourself/other wear blue; Wednesday: respect the environment wear green; Thursday: respect your community wear red; Friday: respect your school wear maroon and gold. Also remember we are on a short assembly schedule on Friday Sept 6th for our rally!

• Don't miss out on our first football game, Friday Aug 30th at Santa Cruz High. JV is at 5 and Varsity is at 7:30, Good luck Falcons.

🎉 Week of 8/26/24 Falcon News🎉

• If you are interested in being a part of Scotts Valley's 22nd annual Haunted House, you can join by meeting with us in the student union TODAY! Anyone who wants to be a Thriller zombie, tour guide, room head, makeup artist, or an actor come join us in the Student Union at lunch to sign up, register, and learn more about the upcoming year! 

• Pulsera Project! These South American bracelets are only $5, and each unique pulsera one is one of a kind! They help to support the work of those in Guatemala and Nicaragua, while providing them with fair wages. Come to the table outside of the Student Union during lunch up until next Friday to get yours! 

• Girls Flag Football! Jamboree this upcoming Saturday at 9am!

• The Amazing Race is THIS FRIDAY on the field by the office! Support your class by wearing your color! Seniors wear blue, Juniors wear green, Sophomores wear red, and Freshmen wear white!

• Next week is Respect Week! Come to school in spirit by showing respect! Wear blue on Tuesday to respect yourself and others, Wear Green on Wednesday to show respect for your environment, Red on Thursday for respecting your community, and wear Maroon and Gold on Friday to respect your school! 

• Come to the Community Service Fair NEXT Thursday during lunch! 

• Club Fair is next Friday, September 5th, during lunch!

• Back to school night is September 4th!! Food trucks will arrive at 5:00, and your parents can meet your teachers from 6:00-8:00!

• SENIORS!! Our first senior meeting is during back to school night! there will be crucial information for your parents about upcoming senior events, graduation, and grad night! We will also be doing grad night sign ups and selling senior merch! Make sure to tell your parents to attend!

• Exciting news—the Scotts Valley Multicultural Fair is now set for Saturday, September 7th! 

• Are you wanting or thinking about creating a club for this school year? Well, if you are, you will need to fill out the club constitution. If you have any questions or want more information, make sure to go to Ms. Nedney's room on August 30th at break for more insight.

• Attention Juniors and Seniors! College visits are starting soon. Go to your Naviance account to see the list of colleges already scheduled. All college visits are held on campus in the College and Career Center.  See Amy Paul with any questions.

• Girls volleyball has their first home games of the season TODAY against Pacific Grove. Bring a friend and come support. Varsity starts at 6:30pm.

• Are you interested in being involved with the Fall Play, as an actor or part of tech and crew? Then please come to the informational meeting next thursday, September 5th at lunch in the student union! This production will be open to all students! 

• Do you surf? Are you interested in being part of the Santa Cruz Mountains Surf Team? If your answer is yes and yes, stop by Mr. Clark's room C215 this week and get you name on the list.

• Do you like throwing Frisbees? I mean who doesn't? Come to an information meeting about Ultimate Frisbee Club in Sr. Clark's room C215 at lunch on Tuesday. Viva Ultimate Frisbee!

• Are you interested in earning community service during your Tutorial class? Mr Postovit is recruiting peer tutors. If you're interested in learning more, come to the information meeting during Tutorial on Thursday. Just request a transfer to Mr Postovit's Tutorial that day in E101.

• Seniors! Parking space raffle tickets are on sale now at break in the student store. There are 8 spots in the front row of the senior lot and one of them could be yours! Tickets are $4 each and for every 5 tickets you buy, you get one free. Winners will be pulled at the fall sports rally.

• Welcome Back and Fall Sports Rally is this Friday, August 23rd. We will be on a short assembly bell schedule. Wear your maroon and gold to show your falcon spirit!!

• If you did not take your school picture at SOAR day, the picture make up day is Thursday, August 22nd at break and Tutorial.

• Anyone interested in seal of biliteracy or the Multicultural fair, go to Senora Else's room C401 on Tuesday 8/20 for a a meeting.

• Volunteers are still needed for Music at Skypark on Sunday. See the bulletin board in the Career Center for information.

• Clubs! Clubs! Clubs! Are you wanting or thinking about creating a club for this school year? Well, if you are, you will need to fill out the the club constitution, which is located in our front office and on the school website. Turn it in to either the front office or Ms Nedney! If you have any questions or want more information, make sure to go to Ms. Nendey's room on August 30th at break for more insight.

• Do you want a chance to win $5 or MORE? Get ready for the first Falcon Check of the year starting this friday. Student Government members will be selecting one very lucky student every week during 5th period for a chance to show off their falcon spirit! Make sure to wear your maroon and gold!

• Exciting news—the Scotts Valley Multicultural Fair is now set for Saturday, September 7th! 

  We’d love for you to join us as a volunteer for this awesome event. Not only will you be helping out, but you’ll also earn community service hours for your time! Just fill out the quick form by Sunday, August 28th, to sign up.

  We’ll send you all the details and schedule as the date gets closer. Your energy and support are what make our fair so special, and we’re super grateful for your help!

  We can’t wait to see you on September 7th for an amazing day of fun and culture!

• Haunt Season is upon us! If you are interested in being a part of Scotts Valley's 22nd annual Haunted House, you can join by meeting with us in the student union on August 29th, during lunch. Can't wait to see you there.

🎉 Week of 8/19/24 Falcon News🎉

• Do you surf? Are you interested in being part of the Santa Cruz Mountains Surf Team? If your answer is yes and yes, stop by Mr. Clark's room C215 this week and get you name on the list.

• Do you like throwing Frisbees? I mean who doesn't? Come to an information meeting about Ultimate Frisbee Club in Sr. Clark's room C215 at lunch on Tuesday. Viva Ultimate Frisbee!

• Are you interested in earning community service during your Tutorial class? Mr Postovit is recruiting peer tutors. If you're interested in learning more, come to the information meeting during Tutorial on Thursday. Just request a transfer to Mr Postovit's Tutorial that day in E101.

• Welcome Back and Fall Sports Rally is this Friday, August 23rd. We will be on a short assembly bell schedule. Wear your maroon and gold to show your falcon spirit!!

• If you did not take your school picture at SOAR day, the picture make up day is Thursday, August 22nd at break and Tutorial.

• Volunteers are still needed for Music at Skypark on Sunday. See the bulletin board in the Career Center for information.

• Clubs! Clubs! Clubs! Are you wanting or thinking about creating a club for this school year? Well, if you are, you will need to fill out the the club constitution, which is located in our front office and on the school website. Turn it in to either the front office or Ms Nedney! If you have any questions or want more information, make sure to go to Ms. Nendey's room on August 30th at break for more insight.

• Do you want a chance to win $5 or MORE? Get ready for the first Falcon Check of the year starting this friday. Student Government members will be selecting one very lucky student every week during 5th period for a chance to show off their falcon spirit! Make sure to wear your maroon and gold!

• Exciting news—the Scotts Valley Multicultural Fair is now set for Saturday, September 7th! 

• We’d love for you to join us as a volunteer for this awesome event. Not only will you be helping out, but you’ll also earn community service hours for your time! Just fill out the quick form by Sunday, August 28th, to sign up.We’ll send you all the details and schedule as the date gets closer. Your energy and support are what make our fair so special, and we’re super grateful for your help!

• We can’t wait to see you on September 7th for an amazing day of fun and culture!

•  The first falcon check of the year will be happening tomorrow during 5th period! Wear your maroon and gold for a chance to win $5!

• Anyone interested in seal of biliteracy or the Multicultural fair, go to Senora Else's room C401 on Tuesday 8/20 for a a meeting.

• Community service this weekend at the SV Arts and Wine Festival. Either or both, Saturday or Sunday, schedule time with Bill Holl Rotary. Call 438 3762, tell him Randy Klein sent you.

• Get a head start on your community service hours! Kiwanis needs volunteer help for Music at Skypark on August 25th. Contact Mike Rein at 535 8316. Information will be posted in the College and Career Center.

• Are you interested in earning community service during your Tutorial class? Mr. Postovit is recruiting peer tutors. If you're interested in learning more, come to the information meeting during Tutorial on Thursday. Just request a transfer to Mr. Postovit's tutorial that day, in E101.

• ID cards are in and will be available for pick up in the student store starting today at break through next Wednesday.

• Attention all students new to our school district. Student Government is hosting a lunch in your honor this Friday in the student union. Join us for for free food, meet all the class reps and enter to win prizes. See you there!

• Interested in playing girls volleyball? Tryouts are this Wednesday and Thursday from 6-8 pm in the gym. More detail on the website.

• If you did not take your school picture at SOAR day, the picture make up date is Thursday August 22nd at break and tutorial.

🎉 Week of 8/12/24 Falcon News🎉

Senior Parking Spaces
Parking space tickets are NOW on sale at break in the student store all week and next week! Imagine pulling into one of the 8 exclusive front-row spots in the Senior Lot—it could be YOURS! Tickets are just $4 each, and guess what? Buy 5 tickets, and we'll throw in a 6th one FREE! Winners will be revealed at the Fall Sports Rally—don't miss your chance to park in style!

The Amazing Race
The countdown is on for one of the most thrilling events of the year- The Amazing Race is happening on August 30th! It’s a fierce competition between students as they tackle wild challenges. Want in? Keep an eye out for sign-ups happening soon at break. Gather your crew and get ready to race your way to victory!

Student Government
Ever dreamed of shaping the future of SVHS? This is your moment! If you’re a Freshman or Senior and want to run for a position in Student Government, it's not too late! Swing by and chat with Ms. Nedney to get all the details. Step up and make a difference! Deadline to do so is this Friday, August 16th.

Fall Sports
Team spirit is in the air, and there’s still time to join in on the action! There are still spots available on Girls Volleyball, Flag Football, Golf, Tennis, Cross Country, or Football, there's a spot for you. Don’t wait—reach out to the coaches and secure your place before it’s too late! 

Clubs
Got a brilliant idea for a new club this year? Now’s the time to make it happen! To kickstart your club, grab a club constitution form—available in the front office and on our school website. Fill it out and drop it off at the front office or with Mrs. Nedney. Got questions or need more information? Come talk to Mrs. Nedney on August 30th at break! This is your chance to bring your club vision to life!