Sunday Message 1/18/26

Principal’s Message: 

At Hoover we encourage all of our students to “Dream Big, Achieve More!”

I encourage all of our students to strive to do their very best everyday, build lasting relationships, and be engaged in all activities. 

We look forward to celebrating the Class of 2026 throughout this semester! We encourage all of our students to start strong academically! 

Hoover Way Expectations-Respectful, Responsible, and Engaged!

This upcoming week we celebrate Yellow Ribbon Week! During Yellow Ribbon Week we acknowledge and celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and promote the traits which he represented- kindness for all and inclusivity. I am proud of our Hoover students and broader school community for demonstrating kindness and inclusivity of all students everyday! At Hoover, we are proud to be an official “No Place for Hate” school, and we continue to teach and hold students accountable to these beliefs. We will have activities throughout the week to celebrate Yellow Ribbon Week!

At Hoover we believe all students should be respectful, responsible, and engaged everyday! Students are expected to be in class on time everyday and follow our cell phone and electronics policy. Violations of these policies will lead to consequences.

At Hoover, we continue to promote a College-Going Culture. Our mission is to ensure that all students graduate meeting the minimum requirements for college access. This will be accomplished through increasing access to rigorous course offerings and promoting academic engagement. 

Our Winter Athletics Season is in full effect! We encourage all of our students to come out and support our Hoover Boys and Girls Basketball, Boys and Girls Soccer, Wrestling, and Girls Water Polo teams as they compete. Additionally, please continue to support our Hoover PEP and Winter Line teams!

Attendance continues to be a focus at Hoover. Please ensure your child is at school everyday. We are also prioritizing students being in class on time and are conducting daily tardy sweeps to ensure students are in class from bell to bell. 

Summer School 2026 Dates are June 15 to July 21 - Please save the summer school dates. Students who earn a D or an F at the end of the semester will have to repeat the class to ensure that they meet the A-G and high school graduation requirements. Summer School registration will begin in February-March.

As a reminder to all students and families, at Hoover we promote a safe and inclusive environment for all students and staff. We have no tolerance for any hate speech or hurtful language. Any students using such language will receive serious consequences.

As always, Tornados are Responsible, Respectful, and Engaged!

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COUNSELOR'S CORNER Check your counselor’s Google Classroom & student email at least once a day for important updates! Click HERE to visit our counseling web page. 

Bayha Group WorkWonder - WorkWonder, offered through the Bayha Group, is a paid internship, pre-apprenticeship, and apprenticeship program designed in collaboration with high school students. Participants can continue on to work as “Co-Designers,” contributing directly to the development of the program. WorkWonder provides youth with livable wages, hands-on experience, and the opportunity to build in-demand professional skills in a supportive and respectful workplace.

Summer School Planning 2026 - Save the tentative summer school dates June 15th to July 21st. Families, please plan for summer break and summer school. Students who earn a D or an F at the end of the semester will have to repeat the class to ensure that they meet the A-G and high school graduation requirements. See the summer school flyer for details.

UCLA Neuroscience High School Summer Program for Rising Juniors and Seniors: UCLA is offering a free, six-week virtual Neuroscience High School Summer Program through the Mary S. Easton Center for Alzheimer’s Research and Care. This program introduces students to foundational concepts in neuroscience, with a special focus on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. For more details, please see the flyer below. For the application link (once it becomes available), please visit the program website: https://eastonad.ucla.edu/about/neuroscience-high-school-scholars-program 

Scheduling an Appointment with Your Student’s Counselor - To schedule an appointment, parents/guardians should contact our counseling clerk, Mrs. Moses, at hmoses@gusd.net or 818-242-6801 ext. 81131 during school hours, Monday–Friday.

Counselor Google Classroom Codes - Be sure to join your counselor’s Google Classroom to get important reminders. Please turn on your notifications, so you do not miss out on important news.

12th Grade: nijmvo5  11th Grade: qdknsao  10th Grade: gqejkgd  9th Grade: c5xui2bt

Follow counselors on Instagram! Our goal is to reach 1500 followers by March!

Seniors,

Jostens Cap & Gown Orders - Families can also place these orders online. Please review the slides below to learn how to place your online order. The website to order is:  https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/1004296/Herbert-Hoover-High-School/Cap-and-Gown/2976855917/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/Cap-and-Gown-Unit/2985344655

Please note: The new extended deadline to place an order for caps & gown is January 25. Caps & gowns will be delivered to Hoover High School and your student will pick them up from school in the Spring. More information about pick up is coming soon!

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1IWWesHRpijNB823wQGa2g3aEFuaY4N5ZtUFslfMdAxY/edit?usp=sharing (ENGLISH)

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1oOL36XsLDFOESf9k9hxeQ3G_h8sGuUMpx4I_R45IYLk/edit?usp=sharing (SPANISH)

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/18a4gLVpBoGxGSiRcbXZAsovdRh7Z-KdhRTCzwU8wU0A/edit?usp=sharing (RUSSIAN)

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1X7cn2NW7AYgj04ytojU17ezc_9tQz0bzgt3ESBBDxGA/edit?usp=sharing (ARMENIAN)

Financial Aid Workshop

The Cash For College application workshop is Saturday, January 31, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at GCC. For more details, please see the flyer below. The RSVP deadline is January 23, 2026. Click HERE for the event’s newsletter. At this workshop, families will receive:

✔️ Line-by-line assistance with the FAFSA or California Dream Act Application

✔️ Information about grants, scholarships, and important deadlines

✔️ Personalized support from financial aid professionals

✔️ Translation in English, Spanish, and Armenian

2026 FIRST DISTRICT PTA COMMEMORATIVE SCHOLARSHIP

The First District PTA Commemorative Scholarship Fund was established to commemorate First District PTA volunteers who were long-time, dedicated child advocates and whose tireless efforts contributed greatly to the benefit of students, parents, and schools within the geographic area of First District PTA.

Commemorative scholarships are awarded in the amount of $800 per winner. Each are awarded to acknowledge graduating high school or college students from First District member PTAs/PTSAs in good standing who have achievements, service, and involvement in the following areas in priority order: 

COMMUNITY SERVICE: volunteerism within the PTA and other organizations

EXTENUATING CIRCUMSTANCES: work experience, unforeseen life changes

LEADERSHIP: mentorship roles

SCHOOL RELATED ACTIVITIES: unit’s school site special interest groups or clubs for performing arts, sports, service, advocacy, religion or student government

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: non-school site special interest groups or clubs for performing arts, sports, service, advocacy, religion or student government

DEADLINE: 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, 2026

The application is now available online at https://pta1.org/scholarships/.  Please follow the instructions carefully and upload all requested documents. 

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2026 MLK Essay Contest

In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his enduring belief that education must develop both intelligence and character, Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo invites middle and high school students to participate in the 2026 MLK Essay Contest. This year’s contest encourages students to reflect on the true purpose of education and its role in shaping thoughtful, responsible, and engaged members of society. Through thoughtful writing and personal reflection, students are invited to explore how Dr. King’s message continues to guide learning, leadership, and character today.

 WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

The 2026 MLK Essay Contest is open to middle school students (Grades 6–8) and high school students (Grades 9–12). Separate divisions ensure age-appropriate prompts and judging. See writing prompts included in the student flyer.

HOW TO SUBMIT

Select the appropriate grade-level writing prompt and share it with students. The flyer is available for download HERE and includes a QR code students can use to submit their essays.

Deadline January 26, 2026.

Hoover PTA is pleased to offer an opportunity for one student to serve as a student delegate to the 2026 California State PTA Legislation Conference, taking place on February 2–3, 2026, in Sacramento.

All expenses for the selected student—including travel, accommodations, and meals—will be fully covered by the Hoover PTA. To be eligible, students must be 18 years old by February 1, 2026.

This annual conference brings together PTA members from across California to advocate for children and families. Participants will engage directly with state lawmakers as they discuss their education and child-welfare priorities for the 2026 legislative session. A major focus this year will be school funding, particularly in light of ongoing uncertainties surrounding the federal budget.

The conference will also feature expert speakers addressing timely and important topics, including:

• State guidance on maintaining school and student safety during immigration enforcement actions

• The impact of climate change on children’s learning, health, and community preparedness

• California guidelines regarding childhood vaccinations

• The growing role of artificial intelligence in classrooms and how policymakers are responding

• Student perspectives on school experiences and proposed changes to make education more relevant

As a delegate, the selected student will have the opportunity to connect with PTA advocates from across the state, exchange ideas, and identify shared priorities. On Tuesday, participants will visit the State Capitol to meet with legislators and put their advocacy training into practice.

Additional information about the conference is available at:
https://capta.org/programs-events/legislation-conference/

Students who are interested in being considered for this opportunity are encouraged to complete the Google Form available at https://bit.ly/4qloMuC