Hughson High School
Parental
December 2014/January 2015
Awareness
Signing Day for
HHS Athletes
Wednesday, November 12
was signing day for collegebound athletes. Five of our
own student athletes
participated in the college
athletic signing day. All of
the participants are members
of the Hughson High School
softball team who has four
consecutive championships
under their belt. A ceremony
was held in the foyer of the
HHS gym to mark this
historic event. Among those
athletes participating in the
event was Jessica Garcia,
the shortstop of the varsity
softball team, who will be
attending Oregon State
University. Courtney
Thornhill, a pitcher on the
championship team, is
attending Odessa College.
Mackenzie Babbitt made a
commitment to CSU
Northridge to play outfield
on their softball team, and
Taylor Lutz will be
attending Dominican
University. Attending
Dakota Wesleyan University
is third baseman Savannah
Ahumada. Seeing how
these young ladies’ hard
work and dedication has
paid off has inspired the
entire community of
Hughson.
for
the
Welfare
Volume 22, Number 4
of
Students
Hughson FFA Poultry Team Wins
National Contest
During the
last week of
October, the
Hughson
High Poultry
Team
attended the
National FFA
Convention in
Louisville,
Kentucky as a
result of
winning the
state finals last spring. At the National FFA Convention,
Hughson High, led by their coaches, Kelly Larson and
Brenda Vaca, competed against thirty-seven other teams
during a five hour competition. According to the Go All Out
newsletter, “The National FFA Poultry Evaluation CDE is a
competitive event that tests the participant’s ability to select
top quality poultry and poultry products needed for
successful production and marketing.” The team was
evaluated on various poultry products, a rigorous written
examination, and an oral reasoning component. Hughson
High is proud to report that its FFA Poultry Team won this
national competition! Zach Rose, an HHS alumni who is
now majoring in poultry at the University of Arkansas,
brought home the first place individual award, and Mark
Borges ranked 4th overall. Other teammates include
Madelyn Vaca and Kristin Voss. All team members brought
home a plaque, $1,000, and an all-expense paid trip to the
International Poultry Competition in Atlanta, Georgia.
Congratulations to the FFA Poultry Team! We wish them
the best at the international competition!
HHS Volleyball Team Earns Playoff Birth
For the first time in nine years, the Hughson High
volleyball team has earned a playoff spot. Headed up by
coach Regina Selfridge, the HHS volleyball team has
battled fierce opponents to earn one of four playoff spots
in the TVL. The team ended fourth in TVL play to earn
the final playoff birth. Throughout the season, the team
received numerous compliments on how much they have
improved over the past two seasons. According to head
coach, Regina Selfridge, “The girls’ hard work and
dedication is starting to show on the court.” Defeated in
the first round of playoffs by the Wildcats of Sonora, the
Husky volleyball team has made HHS proud as a result of
their accomplishments. They finished with an overall
record of 11-14-1. Hughson’s volleyball team’s national rank has moved +123, and the state rank has moved +17.
Several of the players were honored for their efforts. Jessica Garcia received All-League, and Savannah Ahumada
and Mackenzie Babbitt both received honorable mention. Hughson High School is honored to have this group of
athletes make such strides in attaining athletic excellence and representing the school in playoffs.
Finals Passes
Students who have worked diligently
throughout the school year will receive finals passes for their efforts. If
a student maintains a 3.0-3.49 for
both 6 and 12 week grading terms,
the student will receive 1 finals pass.
Students who maintain a 3.5-3.99 for
both terms will receive 2 finals passes. Students must have a 3.0 for both
grading periods to qualify for a finals
pass. It is the teacher’s discretion as
to whether or not they will accept the
finals pass. Some teachers may require students to take the final due to
course requirements; therefore, students need to verify each teacher’s
final pass policy prior to attempting to
use the pass. Students who are exempt
from taking a final will
be rewarded with a
movie, popcorn, and a
drink in Reeder Hall.
POST-SEASON PLAY
Hughson High School’s varsity football team has also earned their way
into playoffs by placing third in the Trans Valley League. In TVL play,
the Huskies only league loses were to rivals Modesto Christian and
Escalon, who took first and second place respectively. The Huskies
hosted the first round of playoffs against Le Grand on Friday,
November 14th. This playoff matchup was the first home game for the
Huskies since 1998, and the Huskies slaughtered Le Grand by a score
of 41-0. On Friday, November 21st, the Huskies made a trip to Bear
River High School to meet their post season opponents. While the
Huskies put up a good fight, they were defeated by Bear River 34-17.
Daniel Yanez will represent Hughson at the CIF State Cross Country
Championships to be held in Fresno’s Woodward Park on Saturday,
11/29. This is the 7th year in a row that we have qualified a team or an
individual to the state meet. Daniel’s success this year is a direct
result of his dedicated, steady training over the past year. This
summer, Daniel logged over 700 miles in training just to get ready for
the season. He has probably logged another 500 since summer
ended.
At the Sac Joaquin Section Championship, Daniel placed 7th to grab
one of the coveted trips to state. Most of the athletes ahead of Daniel
at the section meet were seniors. Daniel will be the #2 returner when
we toe the line at the 2015 section meet and will be looking to lead our
team back to state. Good Luck Daniel! Go Huskies!
Senior
Ads
The Yearbook staff at Hughson
High School is accepting orders
for personal ads in the 2015
Shawn Jacobs
yearbook, so it’s time to choose
Role at HHS: Campus Supervisor
photos and start working on your
message of congratulations,
Background: I have worked as a
pride, and love. To submit a
Park Ranger for the city of Chico.
yearbook ad, decide which design you want to use
I have also worked in Law Enforcement for the city of Turlock and compose the message to fit the ad space;
read all instructions for ad submission; and
and Lincoln Unified School Discomplete the ad order form and send it with your
trict.
payment, photos, and your message. The deadline
Hobbies: Reading, traveling, and for receipt of completed ad materials is January
spending time with my 2 year old 5th, 2015, but the Hughson High Yearbook staff
cannot guarantee that space will be available until
son.
that date. Ads will be accepted in the order in
What do you which they are received. The yearbook staff is
like about
pleased to offer you this opportunity to honor your
HHS: It is a student and support the 2015 Hughson High
family-like
School Yearbook. If you have any questions
environment. regarding senior ads, contact Mr. Bland.
Getting Ready for
Graduation
Outer Apparel Drive
A representative from Josten’s
will be here on January 12th to
meet with all seniors in Reeder
Hall. The students will receive
package and order information for
caps, gowns, and announcements.
The representative will explain
what the students need for graduation. Josten’s will have a followup meeting in the library during
lunch at the high school on Jan.
27th to take cap
and gown
orders.
The weather outside is frightful, especially for those who
don’t have the proper outerwear for this time of year.
FIDM is conducting an Outer Apparel Drive. The club is
asking students, parents, and community member to
assist FIDM by recycling
warm weather outer apparel.
Donate slightly worn outer
apparel like a jacket/coat,
sweatshirt, scarf, or gloves to
room #38 from December
10th – 12th and receive a
sweet treat.
Mr. Husky
Renaissance will be hosting
the Mr. Husky competition on
Friday, December 12th in the
HHS Theater. Mr. Husky is a
pageant that requires contestants to compete in three
categories: formal, talent,
and trivia. Come out and support Renaissance in this competition that is
sure to please.
Attendance
When a student who
has been absent returns to school, he/
she shall present a
satisfactory explanation verifying the
reason for the absences. Absences shall
be verified by the student’s parent/
guardian. Illness, quarantine, medical
appointment, funeral of a family member, jury duty, immunization exclusion,
school related activity, and justifiable
personal reasons with prior approval
are all excused absences. Business,
overslept, needed at home, unverified,
AWOL, suspension, or justifiable personal reasons without prior approval
are all considered unexcused absences.
Please ensure that absences are cleared
within two school days.
Canned Food Drive & Penny
Wars
The Leadership class is
sponsoring the annual Canned
Food Drive and Penny Wars
from Wednesday Nov. 19th to
Friday, Dec. 12th. Students will
be asked to bring cans to their
2nd period class and pennies to
their 5th period class. All
proceeds will go to the
Hughson Christmas Basket
Program. Bring in your canned foods and pennies to
support a worthy cause.
Winter Formal
On Friday, January 30th, Hughson High
School will be hosting its annual Winter
Formal dance. The dance will be held in the
HHS Theater from 9-11 p.m. Tickets can be
purchased for $10 from Tuesday, January
13th-Thursday, January 29th, or tickets can
be purchased at the door for $15. Dance
passes must be submitted to the office by
Friday, January 23th at 3:00. The doors will
close one hour after the dance starts, so
please ensure that
students arrive on
time. Buy your
tickets today for a
night that you
won’t forget.
FAFSA/Dream Act Fridays
The new year marks the
opening of the FAFSA
and Dream Act
applications for the Fall
2015 college term.
Several workshops are
available for seniors to
provide assistance with
the FAFSA and Dream
Act applications. Student
FAFSA and Dream Act
Application Workshops
will be on the following
dates:
 January 16th
 January 30th
 February 6th
 February 20th
 February
27th
CSUS Presents FAFSA/
Dream Act
Parent Presentation
On Monday, February 9th, CSU
Stanislaus will conduct a financial
aid workshop for parents and stuAt the workshop,
dents. The presentation will run
students need to bring a from 6-7:30 in Reeder Hall. During
copy of their parents and this workshop, CSU Stanislaus will
their own, if applicable,
cover types of financial aid, the
2014 tax forms. Students financial aid process, common
are strongly encouraged FAFSA mistakes and questions,
to apply for the FAFSA to and how to complete the FAFSA.
determine eligibility for
The workshop is open to all intergrants, loans, and work
ested parents and students.
study programs.
Students need to sign-up
for the FAFSA/Dream
Act workshops in the
MJC Guidance Course
library, starting in early
January.
Modesto Junior College will be
offering an educational planning
course at Hughson High School.
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2014-2015 SCHOLARSHIP WATCH
ORGANIZATION
MODESTO JUNIOR
COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
CRITERIA
FUNDS
To apply seniors must have a 2.5 or higher GPA (non-weighted); be a
TBA
student in good standing; submit a complete application, adhering carefully
to all instructions; plan to enroll as a full time student (12 units) Fall 2015;
and have an active MJC college email (@student.yosemite.edu). Apply
online at http://www.mjc.edu/studentservices/finaid/
mjcscholarships.php
DEADLINE DATE
Final: Dec. 12,
2014 @ 5 pm
THE SMITTCAMP FAMILY
HONORS COLLEGE
PRESIDENTS HONOR’S
SCHOLARSHIP
Must apply to CSU Fresno, 3.8 GPA, combined SAT of 1800 or ACT of
27, Ranked top 10 of graduating class. Find application at
www.fresnostate.edu/academics/honors/ or in the office.
TBA
Due Dec. 11, 2014
CAC EDUCATIONAL
SCHOLARSHIP
FOUNDATION
Senior who is in this state legally and will attend college full time at an
accredited public or private college, university, or trade school.
Apply online at www.cacesf.org or pick up application in the office.
First Place=$2,500
Second Place=$2,000
Third Place=$1,500
Due January 5,
2015
SAN JOAQUIN ENGINEERS
COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP
To apply you must be a high school senior who is a citizen of the United
$1,500
States at the time of application, have at least a 3.0 grade point
average (based on a 4.0 scale) for the 10th and 11th grades, and must attain
a minimum test score on the SAT and/or the ACT. These scores are used
only as a minimum threshold level, and are not otherwise used in the
selection process. Scholarships are awarded to students interested in
enrolling in an engineering program accredited by ABET. To apply pick
up an application in the office or apply online at http://www.sjecca.org/assets/pdf/2014-2015-SJEC-Scholarship-Application-Form.pdf
Due January 10,
2015
THE GATES MILLENNIUM
SCHOLARS PROGRAM
Program selects 1,000 talented students each year to receive a goodthrough-graduation scholarship to use at any college or university of their
choice. Apply online at http://www.gmsp.org/
Support for the cost
of education by
covering unmet need
and self-help aid.
Due January 14,
2015
NAVAL RESERVE OFFICERS
TRAINING CORPS
To apply you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 17 years old, complete high
school certificate, receive an ACT score of at least 21 in Math and 22 in
English or an SAT score of 520 in Math and 530 in Critical Reading, and
apply for NAVY or NURSE CORPS. For more information or to Apply
at https://www.nrotc.navy.mil/
TBA
Due January 14,
2015
RONALD MCDONALD
HOUSE CHARITIES U.S.
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Graduating high school seniors may only apply for one of the four
scholarships. The scholarship requirements vary depending the individual
scholarship. More information can be found at www.rmhc.org. Apply
online at https://aim.applyists.net/Account/LogOn?ReturnUrl=%
2fRMHC
TBA
Due January 20,
2015
PG&E EMPLOYEE
RESOURCE GROUPS 2015
COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
College-bound high school seniors and continuing students. Apply online
at http://www.pge.com/about/community scholarships/
$1,000-$5,000
Due February 9,
2015
EQUITY SCHOLARSHIP
Applicants for the high school scholarships must be a resident of northern
or central California; have completed or will complete high school or
equivalent between July 1, 2010 and June 30 2015; and plan to attend or
have begun attending an accredited post-secondary institution for the first
time in 2015. Apply online at equalityscholarhip.org
$6,000
Due February 9,
2015
2015 CIF/FARMERS
SCHOLAR-ATHLETE
OF THE YEAR AWARD
Students must possess no less than an unweighted cumulative (grades 9State winners receive
12) grade point average of 3.50, have demonstrated superior athletic ability $5,000, and section
in at least two years of varsity play within California (must be participating winners receive $2,000
in athletics as a senior), and most of all, have portrayed themselves as
athletes of character displaying trustworthiness, respect, responsibility,
fairness, caring, community service, and citizenship. Apply online at
http://www.cifstate.org/parents-students/awards_and_scholarships/
scholar-athlete or pick up an application in the office.
SON OF ITALY WESTERN
FOUNDATION
SCHOLARSHIP
Applicants must be wholly or partially of Italian descent and applicants
must be enrolled in an accredited Trade School, College, University, or
Community College for Fall 2015.Apply online at
www.sonsofitalyca.org or pick up an application in the office.
$500-$5,000
Due February 10,
2015
March 1, 2015
2014-2015 SCHOLARSHIP WATCH
ORGANIZATION
CABRILLO CIVIC CLUB OF
CALIFORNIA
SCHOLARSHIP
CRITERIA
FUNDS
DEADLINE DATE
Portuguese descent, 3.50 GPA participated in 3 extracurricular activities.
Submit application with transcript and three letters of recommendation.
Apply online at www.cabrillocivicclubs.org
$500
March 15, 2015
(postmarked)
JOHN L. HOLLIS
SCHOLARSHIP
Senior who will be attending college for an area of public service (i.e.
teaching, law enforcement, fire safety, nursing, social work, political
science), 3.0 GPA or higher and participates in church & community
service. Pick up application information in the office.
$500
Due March 15,
2015
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC
CAMPUS MINISTRY
Must be attending CSU Stanislaus in Fall 2014. Pick up application
information in the office.
$500
Due: March 17,
2015
CALIFORNIA WINE GRAPE
GROWERS FOUNDATION
To qualify you must be a graduating senior and plan to attend a UC, CSU,
or community college in the fall of 2015. Applicants must have a parent or
legal guardian who is/was a vineyard employee of a wine grape grower
during the 2014 or 2015 season. Apply online at www.cwggf.org or in the
school office.
$2000 a year for 4 years Due March 27,
for any UC or CSU;
2015
$1000 a year for 2 years (Postmarked)
at any California
Community College
JOHN GAULT MEMORIAL
SCHOLARSHIP
Senior boy athlete involved in either baseball, football, basketball, or track
at varsity level, 2.0 GPA, planning to attend a university or junior college.
Applications can be picked up in the school office.
$200
REGION 14 OF THE
AMERICAN IRIS SOCIETY
SCHOLARSHIP
$1500
The award shall be given to a student demonstrating interest in iris
activities with Region 14 or pursuing a career in horticulture, floriculture,
landscaping, nursery production, or a related field. Students may be seniors
in high school or in a college or university at this time. Preference will be
given to students that are family of Region 14 members. Applications can
be picked up in the school office.
AMERICAN LEGION
LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP
Child of a military personnel who has died while on active duty on or after
September 11, 2001. Must be a high school senior. Apply online at
www.legion.org/needalift
Various
Due April 15,
2015
JOHN AMADOR MEMORIAL
SCHOLARSHIP
Senior who participated in football all 4 years of high school, accepted to a
junior college, university or technical school. Application in the office.
TBA
Due May 1, 2015
HILMAR CHEESE
COMPANY
SCHOLARSHIP
Applicant must be a graduating high school senior and must be interested
in pursuing an agriculture major. Apply online at http://
www.hilmarcheese.com/About_Us/Community_Responsibility/
TBA
Due May 1, 2015
RE AND PHOEBE
CAMAGNA AND FAMILY
SCHOLARSHIP
Applicant must have attended Hughson High School for the last two years
and must be a senior with plans of continuing education. Student GPA
must be 3.0 or higher and must be a US citizen. Application in the office.
$500
Due May 1, 2015
JOHN W. BECK MEMORIAL
ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP
Senior boy or girl with a C or better average, good citizenship, involved in
athletics. Application can be picked up in the office
$50
Due May 5, 2015
MARJORIE TALLMON
BROOKS MEMORIAL
SCHOLARSHIP
The student must be a graduating senior from Hughson High School and
involved in continuing education beyond high school in a related subject.
The student must have a record of participating in activities for the welfare
of the community. Applications can be picked up in the office.
TBA
Due May 15, 2015
The scholarship is limited to high school seniors in the US pursuing a
fashion related degree program at an accredited post-secondary school or
college. Apply online at http://www.fashion-schools.org/ and find the
scholarship located at the bottom of the page and click on it.
$1,0000
Due June 1, 2015
BIG SUN SCHOLARSHIP
All student athletes are eligible regardless of the sport they are engaged in.
The student must be a high school senior. Apply online at
www.bigsunathletics.com
$500
Due June 19,
2015
HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP
FUND
Multiple scholarships available on this website; dates vary by scholarship.
Apply at www.hsf.net
Various
Various
See website for multiple scholarships: http://www.acsaregion7.net/
recognitions
Various
Various
ASPIRING FASHION
PROFESSIONAL
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL
ADMINISTRATORS ACSCA
REGION VII
Due April 1, 2015
Due April 10,
2015
Hughson High School
7419 E. Whitmore Ave
Hughson, CA 95326
PARENTAL AWARENESS FOR THE WELFARE OF STUDENTS
Winter Break Reminder
Winter Break will be observed
during the weeks of:
December 22nd-January 2nd
Have a wonderful break!
Relay for Life team captain’s meeting will be held on
Wednesday, January 24th at 6 in Reeder Hall.
For the meeting of December 9, 2014
ANNUAL ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING
HUGHSON UNIFIED
SCHOOL DISTRICT
6815 Hughson Ave.
P.O. Box 189
Hughson, CA 95326
PHONE: (209) 883-4428
FAX: (209) 883-4639
www.hughson.k12.ca.us
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Jim Hudelson
President
Cindy Cunningham-Gipp
Clerk
Rick Applegate
Member
Randall Heckman
Member
Mark Borges
Student Member
Brian Beck
Superintendent
VISION
STATEMENT
High expectations
maximizing individual
achievement for all.
MISSION
STATEMENT
Hughson Schools are
committed to
providing rigorous
standards based
programs in a safe
and supportive
environment. All
students will be
prepared to be
productive and
socially responsible
community members.
Each December the Board conducts its annual organizational meeting. Jim Hudelson was elected as President
and Cindy Cunningham-Gipp was elected as Clerk for 2015. The Board also appointed Cindy CunninghamGipp to serve as the Board representative for the Stanislaus County School Boards Committee and Jim
Hudelson and Rick Applegate will continue as Board representatives on the 2+2 Committee with the City of
Hughson. Regular board meeting dates remain on the second Tuesday of each month, at 6:30 p.m. at the
District Office located at 6815 Hughson Avenue. Special board meetings are tentatively scheduled for the
fourth Tuesday of the month and begin at 5:30 p.m. The next regular meeting of the Board of Trustees will
be on January 13, 2015.
MARK HARMAN RETIRES FROM BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Superintendent Brian Beck presented Mark Harman with a plaque
upon his retirement from the Board, thanking him for his invaluable
service for which the students and community will benefit for years to
come. First elected in 2003, Mr. Harman was re-elected three times
and served 11+ years on the Board.
Board members spend long after-business hours attending meetings at
the district, county and state level and are often called upon to serve in
many other capacities as board members.
Mr. Harman’s countless hours and contribution to our schools are
immeasurable and it is with deepest gratitude that we express our
appreciation and bid him farewell and best wishes.
BOARD ACTION ITEMS
• Elected Jim Hudelson as Board President for
2015.
• Elected Cindy Cunningham-Gipp as Board
Clerk for 2015.
• Elected Cindy Cunningham-Gipp as
Representative for County Committee.
• Appointed Superintendent Brian Beck as
Secretary to serve for 2015.
• Authorized Brian Beck and Cindy Whiteman to
sign warrants, warrant orders, and payroll
orders.
• Approved 2015 Board Meeting Calendar/Dates.
• Appointed Rick Applegate and Jim Hudelson to
serve on 2+2 Committee with the City of
Hughson for a two-yr. term.
• Approved minutes of November 4, 12, 18, 2014
Board Meetings.
• Accepted donation ($1,743.48) from Pizza
Factory for staff holiday gift.
• Appointed Randall Heckman and Cindy
Cunningham-Gipp to serve on committee to
verify eligibility of board vacancy applicants.
DECEMBER-JANUARY
DATES TO REMEMBER
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Sunshined initial proposal from HEA (Hughson
Educators Association).
Adopted Board Resolution No. 14/15:09 –
Emergency Declaration for Approval of
Contract Award Without Competitive Bidding.
Approved November warrant list.
Approved 2014-15 First Interim Budget Report.
Accepted annual audit report.
Ratified employment of Pepe Flores (substitute)
as custodian.
Ratified additional assignment of Clara Maris
(ASP) as a cafeteria monitor/PE aide.
Ratified employment of student tutor, Jacob
Ramme.
Approved HUSD winter sports coaching
assignments.
Approved/ratified additional coaching
assignments: Aaron Martella, assistant varsity
women’s basketball; Christie Hobby, lead
assistant freshman women’s basketball; and
Anthony Fiveash, assistant freshman men’s
basketball.
Dec. 22-Jan. 2
Jan. 13
Jan. 19
Jan. 27
Winter Break
Regular Board Mtg.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday
Special Board Mtg. (tentative)