Subscribe to Kennedy’s YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/@khigh4life
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Solar Panel Project. The South Parking Lot Solar Panel Project has been delayed. Construction fencing has been removed and the entire South Parking Lot is open for parking. Please keep checking emails for the new construction start date. Thanks for your understanding and flexibility.
Homecoming 2023. Homecoming Tickets are on sale NOW! Tickets are $60 with ASB, $65 without, and $70 for an outside guest! The dance is from 7-11pm on Saturday, October 14, 2023 in and around the Kennedy High School Gyms. To buy a ticket, students must have a complete dance contract that they can find in their student email. Last day to purchase will be Wednesday, October 11th at lunchtime so don’t wait until it’s too late to buy a ticket!
Blood Drive. Kennedy High School will be hosting a Blood Drive on Tuesday, October 3rd. If you wish to participate, please scan the QR code or sign up using this link to make an appointment.
Save the Date! The College & Career Fair will be taking place on Tuesday October 10 from 5:00 - 8:00pm at the Anaheim Convention Center.
PTSA Reflections. Kennedy PTSA is proud to host this year’s Reflections program for our students. Please encourage your students to submit an entry into any of the categories. Entries are due by October 13, at 3:30pm in Room 108.
PTSA School Cents. Kennedy PTSA is excited to announce that Kennedy is participating in the School Cents program this year starting September 1st thru April . Anytime anyone in the community shops at Cerritos Mall, Lakewood Mall and Stonewood Mall and either SCANS their receipts, EMAILS it to us at PTSA (jfkirishptsa@gmail.com) or drops the physical receipt at the attendance office, we will get credit and may be eligible to get money towards our school at the end of the school year. First Place gets $10K
LUNCH MENU
Salad Bar (Right Door):
Monday: Orange Chicken
Tuesday: Pizza Hut
Wednesday: Tamales w/ Mexican Corn
Thursday: Walking Taco
Friday: Pizza Hut
Snack Shack (Next to the Gym):
Monday: Teriyaki w/ Rice
Tuesday: Orange Chicken
Wednesday: Orange Teriyaki
Thursday: Orange Chicken
Friday: Teriyaki
Serving Daily (Inside Cafeteria/Left Door):
Station 1: Chicken Fillet Sandwich and Veggie Burger
Station 2: Pizza Hut
Station 3: Turkey and Ham Sandwich, Chicken Wraps, Chicken Salad & PB&J, Asian Wraps (Tuesday)
Station 4: Cheese Burgers (outside cafeteria)
New Items (at Chicken Fillet Station):
Monday: Cheesy Pull Apart w/ Marinara Sauce
Tuesday: Bean & Cheese Pupusa with Curtido
Wednesday: Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich and Bean & Cheese Pupusa with Curtido
Friday: Buffalo Mac and Cheese
Community Resources
Fall in Love with Fullerton. On Saturday, November 4th from 10:00am-2:00pm, Cal State Fullerton will be hosting a free open house event known as Fall in Love with Fullerton. The free event aims to showcase the campus and provide a glimpse of the Titan Experience, while highlighting the many programs, services, and resources our campus has to offer.
Friendly Reminders
Students, please make sure you bring your Chromebooks or personal computing devices to school everyday, fully charged and ready to be used. It is very important to do this as you may be using these devices for various courses at our school. In addition, please start building the habit of charging your Chromebooks or personal devices every night to ensure it is ready the day after. It is always greatly appreciated that a student comes prepared.
Parents/Guardians and families, please make sure your child brings their Chromebooks or personal computing devices to school everyday, fully charged and ready to be used. It is very important to do this as you may be using these devices for various courses at our school. Please remind your child every night to charge their devices and pack it in their backpacks for the morning. We very much appreciate your help in this and to help them build these positive habits as they go about this new school year.
If your student is in need of a hotspot to access the internet at home, please reach out to Mr. Nguyen nguyen_t@auhsd.us
For updates and announcements about activities, athletics, and more, follow John F. Kennedy High on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @KHigh4Life and join the conversation with #KHigh4Life!
Subscribe to Kennedy’s YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/@khigh4life
ANNOUNCEMENTS
School Site Council. Our School Site Council meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 27th at 3:30 p.m. in Room 101. Here is the agenda for the meeting.
AP Exam Information. Attention students planning to take an AP Exam. Please read the important ordering information HERE
Homecoming 2023. Homecoming Tickets are on sale starting MONDAY, September 25th! Tickets are $60 with ASB, $65 without, and $70 for an outside guest! The dance is from 7-11pm on Saturday, October 14, 2023 in and around the Kennedy High School Gyms. To buy a ticket, students must have a complete dance contract that they can find in their student email. Last day to purchase will be Wednesday, October 11th at lunchtime so don’t wait until it’s too late to buy a ticket!
Blood Drive. Kennedy High School will be hosting a Blood Drive on Tuesday, October 3rd. If you wish to participate, please scan the QR code or sign up using this link to make an appointment.
LUNCH MENU
Salad Bar (Right Door):
Monday: Carnitas
Tuesday: Pizza Hut
Wednesday: Chicken Fillet (served w/ spicy fries or cross trax)
Thursday: Chicken Alfredo w/ steam broccoli
Friday: Pizza Hut
Rice Bowls (Next to the Gym):
Monday: Orange Chicken w/ Rice & Veggies
Tuesday: Teriyaki w/ Chow Mein
Wednesday: Orange Chicken w/ Chow Mein
Thursday: Teriyaki w/ Rice & Veggies
Friday: Orange Chicken w/ Rice & Veggies
Serving Daily (Inside Cafeteria/Left Door):
Station 1: Chicken Fillet Sandwich and Veggie Burger
Station 2: Pizza Hut
Station 3: Turkey and Ham Sandwich, Chicken Wraps, Chicken Salad & PB&J, Asian Wraps (Tuesday)
Station 4: Cheese Burgers (outside cafeteria)
New Items (at Chicken Fillet Station):
Monday: Tamale w/ Mexican Corn
Tuesday: Bean & Cheese Pupusa with Curtido
Wednesday: Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich
Friday: Buffalo Mac and Cheese
Community Resources & Event
Save the Date. The College & Career Fair will be taking place on Tuesday October 10 from 5:00 - 8:00pm at the Anaheim Convention Center.
Reflections. Kennedy PTSA is proud to host this year’s Reflections program for our students. Please encourage your students to submit an entry into any of the categories. Entries are due by October 13, at 3:30pm in Room 108.
School Cents Program. Kennedy PTSA is excited to announce that Kennedy is participating in the School Cents program this year starting September 1st thru April . Anytime anyone in the community shops at Cerritos Mall, Lakewood Mall and Stonewood Mall and either SCANS their receipts, EMAILS it to us at PTSA (jfkirishptsa@gmail.com) or drops the physical receipt at the attendance office, we will get credit and may be eligible to get money towards our school at the end of the school year. First Place gets $10K
Fall in Love with Fullerton. On Saturday, November 4th from 10:00am-2:00pm, Cal State Fullerton will be hosting a free open house event known as Fall in Love with Fullerton. The free event aims to showcase the campus and provide a glimpse of the Titan Experience, while highlighting the many programs, services, and resources our campus has to offer.
Anaheim Tech Scholar Program. Are you a junior or senior in high school in need of a laptop or tablet? The Tech Scholar Program awards laptops or tablets with free Wi-Fi access as needed, to Anaheim students in the next stage of their academic careers.
Requirements:
•Must be a high school junior or senior
•Anaheim resident
•Minimum 2.0 GPA
•Transcript submission
•2 Personal Statements (200 words or less)
Apply by Sept. 29. For more visit Anaheim.net/TechScholar
Friendly Reminders
Students, please make sure you bring your Chromebooks or personal computing devices to school everyday, fully charged and ready to be used. It is very important to do this as you may be using these devices for various courses at our school. In addition, please start building the habit of charging your Chromebooks or personal devices every night to ensure it is ready the day after. It is always greatly appreciated that a student comes prepared.
Parents/Guardians and families, please make sure your child brings their Chromebooks or personal computing devices to school everyday, fully charged and ready to be used. It is very important to do this as you may be using these devices for various courses at our school. Please remind your child every night to charge their devices and pack it in their backpacks for the morning. We very much appreciate your help in this and to help them build these positive habits as they go about this new school year.
If your student has checked out a chromebook from the school, buying insurance is highly recommended. Families have 30 days from the beginning of school to purchase insurance. The insurance is $30 for the 2023-24 school year and covers any physical damage that may be done to the device that causes it to no longer function properly. Chromebook insurance does not cover a lost device. You can purchase insurance through www.schoolpay.com
If your student is in need of a hotspot to access the internet at home, please reach out to our FACES representative, Mr. Cruz cruz_p@auhsd.us
For updates and announcements about activities, athletics, and more, follow John F. Kennedy High on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @KHigh4Life and join the conversation with #KHigh4Life!
Subscribe to Kennedy’s YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/@khigh4life
Dear Kennedy Families,
Thank you for attending our annual Back to School Night! It was a huge success thanks to our families, students, and staff. We look forward to seeing you at our future events! Go Irish!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Coffee with the Principals & Parent Learning Walk. On Wednesday September 20th, we will be having our first Coffee with the Principals from 9:00am-10:00am, followed by our Parent Learning Walk from 10:00am-11:30am. If you would like to join us, please sign up using this link.
If you are not able to attend in person, our Coffee with the Principals will be available via zoom.
National PTSA Reflections. Kennedy PTSA is proud to host this year’s Reflections program for our students. Please encourage your students to submit an entry into any of the categories. Entries are due by October 13, at 3:30pm in Room 108.
School Cents Program. Kennedy PTSA is excited to announce that Kennedy is participating in the School Cents program this year starting September 1st thru April . Anytime anyone in the community shops at Cerritos Mall, Lakewood Mall and Stonewood Mall and either SCANS their receipts, EMAILS it to us at PTSA (jfkirishptsa@gmail.com) or drops the physical receipt at the attendance office, we will get credit and may be eligible to get money towards our school at the end of the school year. First Place gets $10K!
Community Resources
Anaheim Tech Scholar Program. Are you a junior or senior in high school in need of a laptop or tablet? The Tech Scholar Program awards laptops or tablets with free Wi-Fi access as needed, to Anaheim students in the next stage of their academic careers.
Requirements:
•Must be a high school junior or senior
•Anaheim resident
•Minimum 2.0 GPA
•Transcript submission
•2 Personal Statements (200 words or less)
Apply by Sept. 29. For more visit Anaheim.net/TechScholar
AIME Internship Opportunity - Web Page Internship. Aime is looking for students interested in participating in the Web Internship program (THIS IS A PAID program). Student interns will receive a scholarship of $599 upon completion of all the program requirements. Application window closes Friday, September 22nd.
Anaheim Collaborative Parent Summit. This event will be held on Friday September 29th at Fullerton College. If you would like to attend, please make sure to fill out the RSVP Form, as space is limited.
This Week’s Lunch Menu
Salad Bar (Right Door):
Monday: Tamales w/ Mexican Corn
Tuesday: Pizza Hut
Wednesday: Walking Nachos
Thursday: Ramen (Tofu or Chicken)
Friday: Pizza Hut
Rice Bowls (Next to the Gym):
Monday: Orange Chicken
Tuesday: Teriyaki
Wednesday: Orange Chicken
Thursday: Teriyaki
Friday: Orange Chicken
Serving Daily (Inside Cafeteria/Left Door):
Station 1: Chicken Fillet Sandwich and Veggie Burger
Station 2: Pizza Hut
Station 3: Turkey and Ham Sandwich, Chicken Wraps, Chicken Salad & PB&J
Station 4: Cheese Burgers
New Items:
Monday: Cheesy pull apart w/ marinara sauce
Tuesday: Asian Chicken Wrap & Chicken Alfredo
Wednesday: Bean & Cheese Pupusa with Curtido
Friday: Buffalo Mac and Cheese
Friendly Reminders
Students, please make sure you bring your Chromebooks or personal computing devices to school everyday, fully charged and ready to be used. It is very important to do this as you may be using these devices for various courses at our school. In addition, please start building the habit of charging your Chromebooks or personal devices every night to ensure it is ready the day after. It is always greatly appreciated that a student comes prepared.
Parents/Guardians and families, please make sure your child brings their Chromebooks or personal computing devices to school everyday, fully charged and ready to be used. It is very important to do this as you may be using these devices for various courses at our school. Please remind your child every night to charge their devices and pack it in their backpacks for the morning. We very much appreciate your help in this and to help them build these positive habits as they go about this new school year.
If your student has checked out a chromebook from the school, buying insurance is highly recommended. Families have 30 days from the beginning of school to purchase insurance. The insurance is $30 for the 2023-24 school year and covers any physical damage that may be done to the device that causes it to no longer function properly. Chromebook insurance does not cover a lost device. You can purchase insurance through www.schoolpay.com
If your student is in need of a hotspot to access the internet at home, please reach out to our FACES representative, Mr. Cruz cruz_p@auhsd.us
For updates and announcements about activities, athletics, and more, follow John F. Kennedy High on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @KHigh4Life and join the conversation with #KHigh4Life!
Subscribe to Kennedy’s YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/@khigh4life
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Back to School Night. Our Back to School Night will be taking place THIS Wednesday September 13, starting at 5:00pm. Please feel free to print the evening itinerary for your convenience. We hope to see you there!
Kennedy Solar Panel Parking Lot Project. On Thursday, September 14th, Kennedy High School will begin a two phase Solar Panel Project in the South (Student) Parking Lot. This means that a portion of the South Parking Lot will be closed between 6-8 months.
Therefore, student parking will be limited. It is recommended that students be dropped off at school or carpool with other students. Thank you and sorry for the inconvenience.
Upcoming School Events
This Week’s Lunch Menu
Salad Bar (Right Door):
Monday: Carnitas
Tuesday: Pizza Hut
Wednesday: Walking Nachos
Thursday: Teriyaki Chicken with Rice
Friday: Pizza Hut
Rice Bowls (Next to the Gym):
Monday: Orange with Rice & Vegetables
Tuesday: Teriyaki with Veggie Chow Mein
Wednesday: Orange Chicken with Veggie Chow Mein
Thursday: Teriyaki with Rice & Vegetables
Friday: Orange Chicken with Rice & Vegetables
Serving Daily (Inside Cafeteria/Left Door):
Station 1: Spicy Chicken Fillet and Veggie Burger with Fries
Station 2: Pizza Hut
Station 3: Turkey and Ham Sandwich, Chicken Wraps, Chicken Salad & PB&J
Station 4: Cheese Burger with Fries
New Items:
Monday: Tamales with Mexican Corn
Tuesday: Chicken Alfredo with Steam Broccoli
Wednesday: Bean & Cheese Pupusa with Curtido
PTSA Announcements
Kennedy PTSA is proud to host this year’s Reflections program for our students. Please encourage your students to submit an entry into any of the categories. Entries are due by October 13, at 3:30pm in Room 108.
Kennedy PTSA is excited to announce that Kennedy is participating in the School Cents program this year starting September 1st thru April . Anytime anyone in the community shops at Cerritos Mall, Lakewood Mall and Stonewood Mall and either SCANS their receipts, EMAILS it to us at PTSA (jfkirishptsa@gmail.com) or drops the physical receipt at the attendance office, we will get credit and may be eligible to get money towards our school at the end of the school year. First Place gets $10K
Community Resources
Anaheim Tech Scholar Program. Are you a junior or senior in high school in need of a laptop or tablet? The Tech Scholar Program awards laptops or tablets with free Wi-Fi access as needed, to Anaheim students in the next stage of their academic careers.
Requirements:
•Must be a high school junior or senior
•Anaheim resident
•Minimum 2.0 GPA
•Transcript submission
•2 Personal Statements (200 words or less)
Apply by Sept. 29. For more visit Anaheim.net/TechScholar
Greetings from the TGR Learning Lab, We wanted to share with you the September TGR Learning Lab Newsletter which highlights TGR Learning Lab information and links to upcoming opportunities including free scholarship and college prep workshops this fall. Please see attachments.
We wanted to let you know that the TGR Learning Lab in Anaheim will be starting in-person classes on Monday, September 11th. We are very excited to be back and offer after school classes for students in 7-12 grades.
Anaheim Collaborative Parent Summit. This event will be held on Friday September 29th at Fullerton College. If you would like to attend, please make sure to fill out the RSVP Form, as space is limited.
READY, SET, GO! Program. The final component of our READY, SET, GO! program continues THIS Tuesday September 12th. Our third module will have both in-person and virtual sessions for your convenience.
Module 3 Sessions:
Date: September 12th, 2023
Time: 6:30 p.m - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Walker Junior High (Room B2 for English) and (Room 7 for Spanish)
Date: September 14th, 2023
Time: 9:30 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.
Location: Virtual (English and Spanish)
Date: September 14th, 2023
Time: 6:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual (English and Spanish)
If you have any questions or concerns please contact Mr. Cruz, cruz_p@auhsd.us
Friendly Reminders
Students, please make sure you bring your Chromebooks or personal computing devices to school everyday, fully charged and ready to be used. It is very important to do this as you may be using these devices for various courses at our school. In addition, please start building the habit of charging your Chromebooks or personal devices every night to ensure it is ready the day after. It is always greatly appreciated that a student comes prepared.
Parents/Guardians and families, please make sure your child brings their Chromebooks or personal computing devices to school everyday, fully charged and ready to be used. It is very important to do this as you may be using these devices for various courses at our school. Please remind your child every night to charge their devices and pack it in their backpacks for the morning. We very much appreciate your help in this and to help them build these positive habits as they go about this new school year.
If your student has checked out a chromebook from the school, buying insurance is highly recommended. Families have 30 days from the beginning of school to purchase insurance. The insurance is $30 for the 2023-24 school year and covers any physical damage that may be done to the device that causes it to no longer function properly. Chromebook insurance does not cover a lost device. You can purchase insurance through www.schoolpay.com
If your student is in need of a hotspot to access the internet at home, please reach out to our FACES representative, Mr. Cruz cruz_p@auhsd.us
For updates and announcements about activities, athletics, and more, follow John F. Kennedy High on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @KHigh4Life and join the conversation with #KHigh4Life!
Subscribe to Kennedy’s YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/@khigh4life
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Reminder: No School on Monday, September 4th- Labor Day
Back to School Night. Our Back to School Night will be taking place Wednesday September 13, starting at 5:00pm. Please feel free to print the evening itinerary for your convenience. We hope to see you there!
Upcoming School Events. Want to see how you compare to a UCLA student? A group of Kennedy alumni who currently study at UCLA will be presenting in MP1 on September 6th at 3:30. They will be going over their high school experience and cover topics such as coursework, extracurriculars, and college application tips. Students will have the chance to participate in a live Q&A discussion at the end. Reserve a spot now before it's too late!
Coffee with the Principals. Our first Coffee with the Principals will be taking place Wednesday September 20th, starting at 9:00am in the Kennedy Parent Center (Room 108).
PTSA: “Paint Night." PTSA is hosting a paint night on September 14. Don’t miss your chance to create a masterpiece. Scan the QR code or use this link to sign up.
Reflections. Kennedy PTSA is proud to host this year’s Reflections program for our students. Please encourage your students to submit an entry into any of the categories. Entries are due by October 13, at 3:30pm in Room 108.
Community Resources
Anaheim Collaborative Parent Summit. This event will be held on Friday, September 29 at Fullerton College. If you would like to attend, please make sure to fill out the RSVP Form, as space is limited.
OCTA Bus Passes. Youth Ride Free Passes for the 2023-24 school year are NOW AVAILABLE. Please visit Mr. Cruz in the Attendance Office for more information.
READY, SET, GO! Program. Our READY, SET, GO! Program continues THIS Tuesday September 5th. Our second module will have both in-person and virtual sessions for your convenience.
MODULE 2 SESSIONS:
Date: September 5th, 2023
Time: 6:30 p.m - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Walker Junior High (Room B2 for English) and (Room 7 for Spanish)
Date: September 7th, 2023
Time: 9:30 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.
Location: Virtual (English and Spanish)
Date: September 7th, 2023
Time: 6:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual (English and Spanish)
If you have any questions or concerns please contact Mr. Cruz, cruz_p@auhsd.us
Friendly Reminders
Students, please make sure you bring your Chromebooks or personal computing devices to school everyday, fully charged and ready to be used. It is very important to do this as you may be using these devices for various courses at our school. In addition, please start building the habit of charging your Chromebooks or personal devices every night to ensure it is ready the day after. It is always greatly appreciated that a student comes prepared.
Parents/Guardians and families, please make sure your child brings their Chromebooks or personal computing devices to school everyday, fully charged and ready to be used. It is very important to do this as you may be using these devices for various courses at our school. Please remind your child every night to charge their devices and pack it in their backpacks for the morning. We very much appreciate your help in this and to help them build these positive habits as they go about this new school year.
If your student has checked out a chromebook from the school, buying insurance is highly recommended. Families have 30 days from the beginning of school to purchase insurance. The insurance is $30 for the 2023-24 school year and covers any physical damage that may be done to the device that causes it to no longer function properly. Chromebook insurance does not cover a lost device. You can purchase insurance through www.schoolpay.com
If your student is in need of a hotspot to access the internet at home, please reach out to our FACES representative, Mr. Cruz cruz_p@auhsd.us
Lunch Menu
Salad Bar (Right Door):
Monday: HOLIDAY
Tuesday: Pizza Hut
Wednesday: Nachos
Thursday: Mc Rib Sandwich with Fries
Friday: Pizza Hut
Rice Bowls (Next to the Gym):
Monday: HOLIDAY
Tuesday: Orange Chicken
Wednesday: Teriyaki
Thursday: Orange Chicken
Friday: Teriyaki
Serving Daily (Inside Cafeteria/Left Door):
Station 1: Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Veggie Burger
Station 2: Pizza Hut
Station 3: Bean & Cheese Burrito, Cheese pull apart, Taco Nada, Chicken Boxes, Sliders
Station 4: Turkey/Ham Sandwich, Yogurt, Hummus, Chicken Wraps, Chicken Salad
Station 5 (Outside Cafeteria): Cheese Burgers
Station 6 (At Snack Shack, Next to the Gym): Rice Bowls
Station 7 (Slider Cart): Sliders, Rice Bowls, Spicy Chicken Sandwich and PB&J
For updates and announcements about activities, athletics, and more, follow John F. Kennedy High on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @KHigh4Life and join the conversation with #KHigh4Life!
Subscribe to Kennedy’s YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/@khigh4life
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Back to School Night. Our Back to School Night will be taking place Wednesday September 13, starting at 5:00pm. We hope to see you there!
School Site Council. Our first School Site Council meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 30th at 3:30 p.m. in Room 101. Here is the agenda for the meeting.
Friendly Reminders. Students, please make sure you bring your Chromebooks or personal computing devices to school everyday, fully charged and ready to be used. It is very important to do this as you may be using these devices for various courses at our school. In addition, please start building the habit of charging your Chromebooks or personal devices every night to ensure it is ready the day after. It is always greatly appreciated that a student comes prepared.
Parents/Guardians and families, please make sure your child brings their Chromebooks or personal computing devices to school everyday, fully charged and ready to be used. It is very important to do this as you may be using these devices for various courses at our school. Please remind your child every night to charge their devices and pack it in their backpacks for the morning. We very much appreciate your help in this and to help them build these positive habits as they go about this new school year.
If your student has checked out a chromebook from the school, buying insurance is highly recommended. Families have 30 days from the beginning of school to purchase insurance. The insurance is $30 for the 2023-24 school year and covers any physical damage that may be done to the device that causes it to no longer function properly. Chromebook insurance does not cover a lost device. You can purchase insurance through www.schoolpay.com
If your student is in need of a hotspot to access the internet at home, please reach out to our FACES representative, Mr. Cruz cruz_p@auhsd.us
PSAT/NMSQT. Sign-ups are now open for the PSAT/ National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Tests (NMSQT).
To sign up: 1) Fill out the PSAT NMSQT Sign Up Form; 2) Pay $13 at the ASB Window. For more information about this test, please see the resource below.
Student Resource:
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PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide : Materials include information about the test, test taking advice and sample test materials, privacy policies, and terms and conditions. DEADLINE TO SIGN UP: 8/31/23
Miss Anaheim Beautiful Scholarship Program.
If you are interested in participating in this program, please make sure to email: missanaheimbeautiful@
PTSA: “Spirit Night” at Chick Fil A!
PTSA: “Paint Night."
AIME Film Academy/Dodge Film School Experience.
Anaheim Collaborative Parent Summit. This event will be held on Friday September 29th at Fullerton College. If you would like to attend, please make sure to fill out the RSVP Form, as space is limited.
READY, SET, GO! Program. Our READY, SET, GO! Program begins THIS Tuesday August 29. Our first module will have both in-person and virtual sessions for your convenience.
Module 1 Sessions:
Date: August 29, 2023
Time: 6:30 p.m - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Walker Junior High (Room B2 for English) and (Room 7 for Spanish)
Date: August 31, 2023
Time: 9:30 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.
Location: Virtual (English and Spanish)
Date: August 31, 2023
Time: 6:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual (English and Spanish)
If you have any questions or concerns please contact Mr. Cruz, cruz_p@auhsd.us
Lunch Menu
Salad Bar (Right Door):
Monday: Chicken legs and mash potatoes
Tuesday: Pizza Hut PEPPERONI/CHEESE
Wednesday: Cheese Burgers
Thursday: Orange Chicken
Friday: Pizza Hut PEPPERONI/CHEESE
Serving Daily (Inside Cafeteria/Left Door):
Station 1: Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Veggie Burger
Station 2: Pizza Hut
Station 3: Bean & Cheese Burrito, Cheese pull apart, Taco Nada, Chicken Boxes, Sliders
Station 4: Turkey/Ham Sandwich, Yogurt, Hummus, Chicken Wraps, Chicken Salad
Station 5 (Outside Cafeteria): Cheese Burgers
Station 6 (At Snack Shack, Next to the Gym): Rice Bowls
Station 7 (Slider Cart): Sliders, Rice Bowls, Spicy Chicken Sandwich and PB&J
For updates and announcements about activities, athletics, and more, follow John F. Kennedy High on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @KHigh4Life and join the conversation with #KHigh4Life!
Subscribe to Kennedy’s YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/@khigh4life
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Friendly Reminder. Students, please make sure you bring your Chromebooks or personal computing devices to school everyday, fully charged and ready to be used. It is very important to do this as you may be using these devices for various courses at our school. In addition, please start building the habit of charging your Chromebooks or personal devices every night to ensure it is ready the day after. It is always greatly appreciated that a student comes prepared.
Parents/Guardians and families, please make sure your child brings their Chromebooks or personal computing devices to school everyday, fully charged and ready to be used. It is very important to do this as you may be using these devices for various courses at our school. Please remind your child every night to charge their devices and pack it in their backpacks for the morning. We very much appreciate your help in this and to help them build these positive habits as they go about this new school year.
In case You Missed It: 9th Graders: If you still have textbooks from Walker Junior High, please return those textbooks to Walker immediately to avoid fines. New Parent Orientation 2023-2024
Bell Schedules.
School Site Council. We are welcoming you to our first School Site Council meeting which will be held on Wednesday, August 30th at 3:30 p.m. in Room 101. Here is the agenda for the meeting.
The Shamrock Regiment. The Shamrock Regiment will be performing the National Anthem before the Angels game on September 7th around 6 PM. View Level tickets are available for purchase through our online store for $15 each. https://www.charmsoffice.com/
The School Code is shamrockregiment (all one word) and then you'll select the shopping cart for Guest Shopping. If you don't already have a student in the band or color guard program, you will need to create an account so we know how to contact you and deliver your ticket order. To pay by credit card, select Affinipay from the drop down menu at Checkout.
Chromebook and Hotspot Update. If your student has checked out a chromebook from the school, buying insurance is highly recommended. Families have 30 days from the beginning of school to purchase insurance. The insurance is $30 for the 2023-24 school year and covers any physical damage that may be done to the device that causes it to no longer function properly. Chromebook insurance does not cover a lost device. You can purchase insurance through www.schoolpay.com
If your student is in need of a hotspot to access the internet at home, please reach out to our FACES representative, Mr. Cruz cruz_p@auhsd.us
PTSA. If you missed the chance to purchase spirit wear items during registration week, PTSA will be collecting orders through August 25th. Complete the attached form. Anticipated order delivery is early September.
It's not too late to become a member of PTSA. PTSA membership is only $10 and helps ensure our parents, teachers, and students have a voice on campus. Your support allows us to host programs and activities that enrich the lives in our community and provide the opportunity to offer scholarships to our seniors. Membership does not commit you to volunteering your time. Sign up today!
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Save the Date. PTSA/Chick-fil-A Fundraiser.
Community Resources
Join us for our fall Fourth District Kids Fishing Derby on Saturday September 16, 2023 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Ralph B. Clark Regional Park located at 8800 Rosecrans Ave., Buena Park, CA 90621.
Residents of the Fourth District, including the cities of Stanton, Buena Park, Fullerton, La Habra, Brea, Placentia, and portions of Anaheim, may RSVP for the Kids Fishing Derby until the event capacity is reached.
To RSVP for the event, please click here.
Kids ages 15 and younger may participate in the Fishing Derby. Fishing roads will be available at no-cost while supplies last. Bait will also be provided.
READY, SET, GO! Program. We are delighted to invite you to our district-created program, "Ready, Set, Go," designed exclusively for parents like you who play a vital role in shaping their child's academic success.
Ready, Set, Go is a comprehensive three-module course aimed at equipping parents with the knowledge and tools to support their students at school and remain actively engaged in their education. Our goal is to empower you to become informed and effective advocates for your child's learning experience, both at home and within our school community.
Each module will delve into essential topics that will enable you to foster a positive and nurturing learning environment for your child. You will gain insights into various tools and systems employed by our school district, which will further enhance your ability to support your child's academic growth.
LUNCH MENU
Snack Shack
Monday: Orange chicken
Tuesday: Teriyaki
Wednesday: Orange chicken
Thursday: Teriyaki
Friday: Orange chicken
Salad Bar
Monday: Chicken legs and mash potatoes
Tuesday: Pizza hut (3 lines inside cafeteria)
Wednesday: Walking Nachos
Thursday: Ramen TOFU-CHICKEN
Friday: Pizza Hut PEPPERONI-CHEESE (3 lines inside cafeteria)
Servings Daily:
Cheese Burgers
Turkey Sandwich
Ham Sandwich
Chicken Salad
Chicken Wraps
Bean Burrito
Taco Nada
Chicken Boxes
Cheesy Pull Apart
Pizza Hut
PB&J
Hummus
Yogurt Boxes
For updates and announcements about activities, athletics, and more, follow John F. Kennedy High on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @KHigh4Life and join the conversation with #KHigh4Life!
Subscribe to Kennedy’s YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/@khigh4life
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Welcome Back Irish!
Welcome Back Dance. Tickets for the Welcome Back Dance are ON SALE NOW at the Activities Window for $15 with ASB card and $20 without! Don't miss out on the first Kennedy Event of the year!
Chromebook and Hotspot Update. If your student has checked out a chromebook from the school, buying insurance is highly recommended. Families have 30 days from the beginning of school to purchase insurance. The insurance is $30 for the 2023-24 school year and covers any physical damage that may be done to the device that causes it to no longer function properly. Chromebook insurance does not cover a lost device. You can purchase insurance through www.schoolpay.com
If your student is in need of a hotspot to access the internet at home, please reach out to our FACES representative, Mr. Cruz cruz_p@auhsd.us
Friendly Reminder - Chromebooks. Students, please make sure you bring your Chromebooks or personal computing devices to school everyday, fully charged and ready to be used. It is very important to do this as you may be using these devices for various courses at our school. In addition, please start building the habit of charging your Chromebooks or personal devices every night to ensure it is ready the day after. It is always greatly appreciated that a student comes prepared.
Parents/Guardians and families, please make sure your child brings their Chromebooks or personal computing devices to school everyday, fully charged and ready to be used. It is very important to do this as you may be using these devices for various courses at our school. Please remind your child every night to charge their devices and pack it in their backpacks for the morning. We very much appreciate your help in this and to help them build these positive habits as they go about this new school year.
Miss Anaheim Beautiful Scholarship Program.
If you are interested in participating in this program, please make sure to email: missanaheimbeautiful@
Dual Enrollment Opportunity.
If you are interested in earning college credits, Cypress College is offering Dual Enrollment opportunities. To be eligible, you must be in 10th-12th grade. For more information, email: dualenrollment@cypresscollege.
Community Resources
READY, SET, GO! Program
We are delighted to invite you to our district-created program, "Ready, Set, Go," designed exclusively for parents like you who play a vital role in shaping their child's academic success.
Ready, Set, Go is a comprehensive three-module course aimed at equipping parents with the knowledge and tools to support their students at school and remain actively engaged in their education. Our goal is to empower you to become informed and effective advocates for your child's learning experience, both at home and within our school community.
Each module will delve into essential topics that will enable you to foster a positive and nurturing learning environment for your child. You will gain insights into various tools and systems employed by our school district, which will further enhance your ability to support your child's academic growth.
LUNCH MENU
Snack Shack
Monday: Orange chicken
Tuesday: Teriyaki
Wednesday: Orange chicken
Thursday: Teriyaki
Friday: Orange chicken
Salad Bar
Monday: Teriyaki
Tuesday: Walking Nachos
Wednesday: Chicken tamales
Thursday: Chicken tenders
Friday: Pizza Hut
For updates and announcements about activities, athletics, and more, follow John F. Kennedy High on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @KHigh4Life and join the conversation with #KHigh4Life!
Subscribe to Kennedy’s YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/@khigh4life
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Enjoy your much deserved Summer Break Irish!
Panorama Picture Information for Class of 2023. If you purchased a Senior package that included the panorama picture, no further action is required. The photographer has the master list and will mail your picture home in about 6 weeks after graduation.
If you have not done so yet but would like to purchase a picture, the order deadline is June 9, 2023. Cost is $30.00 and includes shipping. Payment can be submitted via check (digital payments cannot be accepted at this time.) Please make checks payable to: Kevin Fritz Photo.
Mail check, along with your student’s name and mailing address to:
Kevin Fritz Photography
P.O. Box 4488
Carlsbad, CA 92018
For any additional questions or requests for information, please contact Kevin Fritz Photography at kevinfritzphotography@
Summer School Information. Counselors have reached out to students for available summer school programs and registration. For classes held at Kennedy, rooms will be posted on the first day of each session in front of the Counseling Center. For ACCESS and PHCS summer programs, an orientation will be scheduled with families by the Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) before July 3rd. For any additional questions please call the main office at (714) 995-1833.
Aeries Data Confirmation. For NEW & RETURNING STUDENTS -- Parents/Guardians are required to complete Aeries data confirmation through your Aeries Parent Portal before our on-site Registration July 24th – 28th for the 2023-2024 school year. Please check your email for phase 1 of registration to complete this process. If you did not receive an email please check your junk/spam folder or follow the steps provided here to create an Aeries Parent account. If you need further assistance please come to one of our Aeries workshops, click here for more information.
REGISTRATION FOR THE 2023-24 SCHOOL YEAR
MONDAY, JULY 24 - SENIORS (8am-12pm)
TUESDAY, JULY 25 - JUNIORS (8am-12pm)
WEDNESDAY, JULY 26 - SOPHOMORES (8am-12pm)
THURSDAY, JULY 27 - FRESHMEN (8am-12pm)
FRIDAY, JULY 28 - MAKEUP (8am-12pm)