Sunday Message 10/4/26
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.
Hoover Way Expectations-Respectful, Responsible, and Engaged!
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.
As we get closer to the end of our first Quarter, please continue to monitor your child’s grade on Q and Google Classroom. Our after school tutoring will begin this week. Tutoring is open to all students in the Collaboratory after school, Tuesday-Thursday. Please encourage your child to continue to complete all work and take advantage of this free opportunity.
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.
We have several upcoming college visits, including from NYU and Pepperdine, in September. All visits will be held in our College and Career Center.
Our Fall Season is in full swing! We wish our Girls Volleyball, Girls Golf, Boys Waterpolo, Football, Girls Tennis, Cross Country, PEP, and Marching Band all the best of luck throughout the season!
This week, our Juniors will take the PSAT on Thursday. All other students will attend school as normal. There is no special schedule.
From September 15-October 15, we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Hoover is home to 20% of students who identify as Hispanic or Latinx. Throughout the month we celebrate the accomplishments, creativity, and successes of our Hispanic and Latinx students and all Hispanics around the world.
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.
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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Seniors, don’t miss out! College Application Swarm is October 8th. College Application Season Is Here! Are you working on your university college applications and have questions or need some help? Join us for our College Application Swarm on October 8 during periods 1 and 2 in Room 3210!
Counselors and college advisors from across the district will be available to provide one-on-one support with your college and university applications.
Important: You Must RSVP!
If you would like to attend, you must complete the Google Form to RSVP. Only students who RSVP will receive a Minga sticker, which will serve as your pass to attend the College Application Swarm.
Please do not come to the event without a Minga sticker. You will only be admitted if you have one.
We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and get the support you need as you work toward your college goals!
This form will close on September 30 at 4 pm. You must use your student GUSD email to register for this event. The form is only available to students, click on the link below.
PSAT/NMSQT - Save the Date! Attention 10th & 11th Grade Families! The PSAT/NMSQT will be administered on October 8, 2026. Please save the date and mark your calendars!
All juniors will take the PSAT/NMSQT for free. 10th grade students will also have the opportunity to take the PSAT by purchasing the exam. Purchase information will be shared soon.
The PSAT is a great opportunity to practice for the SAT and receive valuable feedback on college-readiness skills. For juniors, the PSAT/NMSQT also provides an opportunity to qualify for National Merit Scholarship recognition.
More information about registration, testing, and preparation will be coming soon!
Register for the GUSD College and Career Fair! The GUSD College and Career Fair is on Saturday, October 10, 2026 from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM at Glendale High School! This is your opportunity to connect with dozens of college representatives in-state and out of state! This is also your opportunity to explore different college opportunities and learn what different schools have to offer! Want to pursue a trade program or military? Explore these great options at the College and Career Fair!
Connecting with college reps is crucial because they are your main point of contact for admissions questions and they will be the ones evaluating your applications! At the College and Career Fair, you will be given a barcode that colleges can scan to receive your contact information. It is important to register via Strive Fair so that you can also have access to College Rep Info. You can register at https://app.strivescan.com/registration
Important reminder for DSA students: Attendance is Mandatory for all DSA students. Please make sure you register and attend the College and Career Fair!
Please see the flyer below for more details.
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Dear Families,
Big opportunities, big dreams, and plenty to explore at this year’s GUSD College & Career Fair, “Pathways to Your Future.”
I am personally extending a warm invitation to all our families to participate in our annual College & Career Fair on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at Glendale High School.
The GUSD College & Career Fair provides a valuable experience for students and families in Glendale Unified School District, neighboring school districts, and community colleges to explore educational and career opportunities. Students will have a chance to connect with colleges and universities, learn about career pathways, local businesses and organizations, and get a closer look at the opportunities that can help turn their interests and goals into a plan and pathway for the future!
So many possibilities to explore, questions to ask, and dreams to start building! Our GUSD Counselors and College Advisors will also be present and available to answer questions students and families may have. Attached is a flyer with information, a barcode to register your student with StriveScan (also linked here), and information on the planned Breakout Sessions. Students and families will use the StriveScan app to connect with the colleges on the day of the event and beyond to gather information and connect with schools you are interested in learning more about.
We hope to see you there!
Dr. Spurley
