The Placer County Community Health PHN Supervisor would like feedback on the H1N1 vaccination process that occurred at WHS last fall:
We would also be very interested in any feedback we can receive from parents. The following link http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/7NZ6BML is specifically for parents. .... you would be providing us an opportunity to receive important feedback. Again, the information is voluntary and confidential.
Woodcreek High School is seeking the feedback and input of our parents and community in...
...our upcoming WASC process. WASC is an organization that reviews and provides accreditation to schools. We use this process to review and re-examine where we are, and where we wish to head as an educational institution. Input from our parents and community is very valuable in this process as it helps us determine our effectiveness.
Please help us by taking the time to complete an online survey. The survey is anonymous, and takes about 20-30 minutes to complete. Some of the areas you may find easier if your student is present to provide input. The survey can be found at http://www.whatworksinschools.org/ps_survey_login.cfm, and directions to the survey are available. To log in, you will need an access code. Please contact our staff at the school, 916-771-6565, for this code.
Thank you for your assistance.
Planning to take the ACT next year? Take the PLAN!
A "pre-ACT" for 10th graders, the PLAN® is a powerful predictor of success on the ACT, and focuses attention on career preparation and improving academic achievement. The PLAN will be offered Saturday, March 20th, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm in the WHS Cafeteria. Cost is only $15 and can be paid at the attendance office or WHS web store.
THE DEADLINE TO SIGN UP IS FRIDAY, MARCH 19th!
The deadline to register for AP exams is fast approaching! AP exams are an important culminating experience for AP courses, and taking the exams shows colleges that students are serious about college-level work. A score of 3 or above on the exam earns credit at most universities, saving students time and money. Sign up through the Webstore or at the attendance window. The cost of each exam is $86.00. If you have questions, contact Heather Schlaman at 771-6565 x4012 or at hschlaman@rjuhsd.us.
Spring AVID Meeting: Wednesday, March 3rd @ 6pm in the Band room!
Woodcreek High School will host 8th grade Parent Orientation on Monday, February 22nd, from 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. in the WHS Theatre. Because of limited seating, this presentation is geared for parents. Please bring your registration packet with you for reference.
On Tuesday - Thursday, March 9 - 11, Woodcreek High School will host registration appointments for incoming 9th grade students. Registration information and appointment times have been mailed out. If you have not received your information by March 1st, please contact the registrar Ann Skinner at (916) 771-6565 x4025.
Please have all required forms, including the course request sheet, filled out completely (8 classes and 6 alternates) before you arrive. Counselors will meet with parents and students with completed paperwork first. An area will be available for completion of the paperwork if not done so beforehand.
Update: We have provided the 9th Grade Registration PowerPoint presentation from the orientation held February 22nd.
Specific information for 9th (currently in 8th grade):
The National Honor Society of Woodcreek High School will be selecting and inducting new members this January. If you are a sophomore, junior, or senior with...
...a 3.5 GPA or above with leadership and service experience, please consider submitting an application. Application packets are available at the front desk and are linked below. They may be picked up in the office today, tomorrow, or Monday, or you may download it on the website at any time. They are due on January 8th. If you have questions, contact Heather Schlaman in the assistant principals' office.
Woodcreek High School students get in the spirit of giving! Over the last two months Woodcreek High School students have found ways tobe positive forces in our greater community. Woodcreek students recognize the importance of giving back to those in need. The student government class sponsored a Blood Drive in November that produced 138 life saving pints, raised $700 for the Make-a-Wish Foundation and contributed over 9,000 cans of food for the Salvation Army. The National Honor Society sponsored a gift giving program for an elementary school in North Highlands with over 420 children served. The Key Club collected 62 coats for the Coats for Kids program. All of these efforts are coordinated and conducted by students with some staff guidance. We are very proud of our students and their efforts at making a difference in the community. Great job Woodcreek!
Woodcreek High School and Silverado Middle School were both robbed and vandalized over the weekend causing extensive damage. We are offereing a $500.00 reward for information that leads to an arrest of the person (s) that did this. Please contact Officer O'Rourke x4267 or Administration.
Last night, Woodcreek High School hosted two informational meetings regarding...
...the recent case of tuberculosis in a Woodcreek student. The student is not currently attending WHS, and there are very strict and clear guidelines as to how the student would be cleared to return to school.
Parents of students who have been identified as at-risk have already been notified. At last night's meeting held for those parents, the Placer County Office of Health and Human Services presented information about tuberculosis, answered questions and provided handouts (Letter to parents of contacts, TB Fact Sheet) for parents. Additionally, parents were requested to provide clearance for their student to be tested for tuberculosis. A Health Questionnaire form and Parent Consent Form were distributed. If you were unable to attend the meeting last night and are the parent of a student who was identified as at-risk, please review the documents in the links provided.
Testing will be conducted at WHS on Wednesday, December 9th, and results read on Friday, December 11th. The PCOHHS is only providing tests to students who have been identified as at-risk of exposure to the student.
An informational meeting was also held for the general public last night. Again, the PCOHHS provided information, answered questions and provided handouts (Letter to parents of non-contacts, TB Fact Sheet). The PCOHHS may be reached at 530-889-7141 for further information regarding this issue.
Beginning in the Spring 2010 term, Woodcreek High School plans to utilize text messaging to WHS students and parents for announcements, reminders of upcoming events, changes in venue, emergencies and other announcements. Please take a few moments to review the WHS Text Messaging Program document and return the form to Ms. Becker should you wish to participate!
In coordination with the Placer County Health and Human Services Department, H1N1 vaccinations will be provided on December 10, 2009 at Woodcreek High School. Consent forms were distributed to students during their second period class on November 16, 2009 and are due back by Friday, November 20, 2009 in the Attendance office. Vaccinations will be provided for as many students as possible, though due to a limited number of vaccines available, we may not be able to accommodate all students on this date.
Please contact our school nurse, Denise LaFazia at 771-6565 x4633 if you have any questions.
Below are some forms and information in PDF format provided by the Placer County Health and Human Services Department:
School-Parent Letter Regarding H1N1 Vaccinations in Schools
School H1N1 Vaccination Consent Form
Please take some time and visit the new Woodcreek High School Library website. It's full of information regarding times open, upcoming events and more!
The attached documents lists dates, time and place of our School Site Council meetings for the 2009/2010 school year.
Attached is the October agenda and September minutes for our October Site Council meeting.
Attached is the agenda and August minutes for our September Site Council meeting.
Attached is our agenda for the Augst Site Council meeting.
If your child misses school, it's extremely important that you ...
In an effort to keep parents and students updated with valuable guidance information - and to make student materials and presentations available to parents -- the Woodcreek counselors have established a new online instructional course on Blackboard.
WHS parents and students can log on as a guest using the following:
User Name: woodcreek
Password: counseling
After you are logged in to Blackboard simply click on the course Woodcreek Counseling (link on top right) to learn more about:
So, welcome to our site and enjoy! We encourage you to visit often to check for updates and new information.
Counselor contact info
Please feel free to contact your student's counselor via email or phone 916.771.6565 and use the following extensions:
Congratulations Woodcreek High School on raising your API score 31 points to 817!
Congratulations to the following National Honor Society Fall, 2009 inductees:
The city of Roseville informed us about the three week long traffic stripe removal, paving and resurfacing being done around Woodcreek Oaks Blvd and . . .
Junction. The city noted that the street will not be closed however one lane at a time will be closed. Please be aware of the following dates and make adjustments to your morning and afternoon schedule accordingly.
Paving starts Thursday, September 3rd and ends Friday, September 11th.
Sealant starts Wednesday, September 16th and ends Tuesday, September 22nd.
On Monday, August 31st we will distribute individual standardized testing results to students in our second period classes. These are the results from the annual spring STAR test that all 9th, 10th and 11th grade students take. Please make sure you receive these results from you student. Please note, you will only receive these results from Woodcreek High School if your son or daughter was attending Woodcreek last year during our STAR testing period.
Woodcreek High School is very proud of its students, teachers and staff for the gains we made this past year in state testing. We have worked hard to increase student learning and the results we are seeing provide evidence that our efforts are paying off. It is our mission to continue to do everything we can to ensure that all students at Woodcreek High School learn at a high level.
This post will provide updates and information regarding H1N1 and the actions and recommendations Woodcreek High School and other agencies are taking. Updates will be provided here. Most recent update: September 30, 2009.
H1N1 Update 9/30/09
It has been a few weeks since we first posted a notification of the H1N1 virus at Woodcreek High School. Since then we've seen a gradual decline in the number of students reported out with flu like symptoms. As was stated in a previous posting it is extremely difficult to determine which of these students out ill actually had H1N1 since many doctors stopped testing for the virus and treated the flu in a normal flu like manner. Regardless, we encourage parents to stay diligent and assist us in staying informed, adhering to sanitary practices, and keeping us informed when your student gets ill. There is a tentative plan for WHS to host a day where the Placer County Health Office will provide H1N1 vaccinations. More information as to the when, where and how will be forthcoming.
Please feel free to contact our school Nurse Denise LaFazia, if you have any questions at 771-6565x4633.
Notices
The following notices provide information and updates from agencies regarding the H1N1 virus. They include information on prevention and actions being taken to address the H1N1 virus.
H1N1 Notice For the Parents Of Placer County Students - provided the the Placer County Office of Health and Human Services Department
H1N1 Interim Recommendations: K-12 Schools - provided by the Roseville Joint Union High School District
http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/swineflu_you.htm - Website at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention with H1N1 information.
Information and Frequently Asked Questions regarding H1N1
What is the flu?
The flu (influenza) is an infection of the nose, throat, and lungs caused by influenza viruses. Flu viruses cause illness, hospital stays and deaths in the United States each year. There are many different flu viruses and sometimes a new flu virus emerges to make people sick.
What is Novel H1N1 flu?
Novel H1N1 flu is a new and very different influenza virus that is spreading worldwide among people. This new virus was called "swine flu" at first because it has pieces of flu viruses found in pigs in the past. However, novel H1N1 virus has not been detected in U.S. pigs.
Influenza is unpredictable, but scientists believe that the new H1N1 virus will cause illness, hospital stays and deaths in the United States over the coming months.This flu season, the new virus may cause a lot more people to get sick than during a regular flu season. It also may cause more hospital stays and deaths than seasonal flu.
How serious is the flu?
The flu can be very serious, especially for younger children and children of any age who have one or more chronic medical conditions. These conditions include asthma or other lung problems, diabetes, weakened immune systems, kidney disease, heart problems and nuerological and nuerolmuscular disorders. These conditions can result in more severe illness from influenza, including the new H1N1 virus.
How does flu spread?
Both novel H1N1 flu and seasonal flu are thought to spread mostly from person to person through the coughs and sneezes of people who are sick with influenza. People also may get sick by touching something with flu viruses on it and then touching their mouth or nose.
What are the symptoms of the flu?
Symptoms of seasonal flu and novel H1N1 flu include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. Some people also may have vomiting and diarrhea.
How long can a sick person spread the flu to others?
People infected with seasonal and novel H1N1 flu shed virus and may be able to infect others from 1 day before getting sick to 5 to 7 days after. This can be longer in some people, especially children and people with weakened immune systems and in people infected with novel H1N1 flu.
How can I protect my child against flu?
Get a seasonal flu vaccine for yourself and your child to protect against seasonal flu viruses.
Take everyday steps to prevent the spread of all flu viruses. This includes:
Teach your child to take these actions too.
Try to keep your child from having close contact (about 6 feet) with sick people, including anyone in the household who is sick.
Keep surfaces like bedside tables, surfaces in the bathroom, kitchen counters and toys for children clean by wiping them down with a household disinfectant according to directions on the product label.
Throw away tissues and other disposable items used by sick persons in your household in the trash.
Is there a vaccine to protect my child from H1N1 flu?
A vaccine against novel H1N1 flu is being produced and will be available in the coming months as an option for the prevention of the new H1N1 flu. A vaccine against seasonal flu is available each fall and winter. More information about the new H1N1 flu vaccine and the seasonal flu vaccine is available on the CDC Web site.
Is there medicine to treat the flu?
Antiviral drugs can treat both seasonal flu and the new H1N1 flu. These drugs can make people feel better and get better sooner. But they need to be prescribed by a doctor and they work best when started during the first 2 days of illness. These drugs can be given to children. The priority use for these drugs is to treat people who are seriously ill or who have a medical condition that puts them at high risk of serious flu complications.
The recent release of California Content Standard Tests data shows Woodcreek High School is continuing its trend of improving student learning. Although we fully understand that a high achieving school uses multiple measures and data points to evaluate effectiveness we are proud of the work being done by staff and students in the area of standardized testing.
We also provide full tables of performance data.
Here are some highlights from this year's testing data:
Woodcreek staff is to be congratulated for their ongoing work, students are commended for their positive attitude and business like approach to testing and parents have been wonderful in their support of increased student-learning at Woodcreek High School! Great job everyone!
Jess Borjon, Principal, ext. 4005
Mark O'Hair, Assistant Principal, ext. 4013
Becky Rood, Assistant Principal, ext. 4027
Heather Schlaman, Assistant Principal, ext. 4012
Shane Waggoner, Assistant Principal, ext. 4011
The calendar and bell schedules, as well as the lunch assignments by 3rd period teacher for the 2009-2010 school year are available in the downloads area of the website. On 7/30/09 the bell schedule was updated (R&D days had the incorrect time for the end of the school day, it should be 1:45). Please download the updated version.
Terri Griffin
(916)771-6565 ext 4562
tgriffin@rjuhsd.us
To further help our students develop plans for their future, the College and Career Center provides invaluable information about colleges, careers, scholarships, financial aid, college testing, work permits, etc. Students are welcome to stop by on school days between 7:30am and 3:30pm.
For registration information to register a new student or drop a student, please contact the registrar, Ann Skinner, at 771-6565 ext. 4025. Registration packets are available in the main office of Woodcreek High School.
U.S. Army Mar 17th 10:00 U. S. Naval Academy Mar 17th 12:30 Westpoint March 22 1:00 Fashion Institute Mar 24th 10:00 Roseville Police Explorers Mar 25th 9:00 University of Oregon - March 27th 1pm, Sheraton Grand Sacramento. RSVP online at http://admissions.uorigon.edu/jduck March 24, April 14, and April 28th (6pm to 7pm) Space is limited. RSVP to outreach@sierracollege.edu. By law, all men must register with the Selective service within 30 days of their 18th birthday. Go to www.sss.gov to register. Those failing to register can be denied student loans, government jobs, and driver's license in most states.
Students must sign up in advance to attend presentations in the Career Center.
College Previews
Sierra College Parent Info Nights
Selective Service Registration
R.O.P
American Ground Water Trust - Deadline: 6/01/10. Three separate scholarships offered to high school seniors intending to pursue a career in a ground water related field. Minimum GPA of 3.0. Must have completed a science/environmental project at high school. Must be entering a field related to ground water, geology, environmental science, etc. Go to www.agwt.org to apply.
American Legion California Auxiliary - Deadline: 3/16/2010. For use at a California college. Applicant or parent must be member/participant of American Legion Auxiliary. Applicant must be a dependant of active service person or veteran during the Persian Gulf War, Panama conflict, Lebanon conflict, etc. Must demonstrate financial need. Go to www.calegionaux.org for more information.
American Medical Technologists - Deadline: 4/1/2010. ($500 award) For major/career interest in medical assisting, dental assisting, or health services administration. Applicant must demonstrate financial need. Go to www.amt1.com, click on "schools and students."
Auburn Garden Club - Deadline 4/13/2010. For seniors with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Career plans must be related to the following objectives of the Auburn Garden Club: botany, conservation, entomology, floriculture, forestry, horticultural landscape, architecture/design, plant biology, plant genetics, urban planning, agriculture or allied fields. Pick up an application in the career center.
American Postal Workers Union/AFL-CIO - Deadline 3/15/2010. For children or grandchildren of APWU members. Applicants will be judged on the basis of personal leadership, academic achievements, essays and SAT/ACT scores. Go to www.apwu.org. Go to "pay and benefits." Click on "Scholarships."
Air Force Sergeants Association - Deadline 3-31-10. Applicant must be dependent of active service person, veteran or retired member of the Air Force. Must demonstrate high academic achievement, depth of character, and leadership. Go to hqafsa.org.
Air Force Aid Society - Henry H. Arnold Grant Program - Deadline 3/12/10. For dependents of active duty, title 10, AGR/Reserve, Title 32 AGR full-time active duty retired Air Force personnel. Applicant must demonstrate financial need and have at least a 2.0 GPA. Go to www.afas.org to apply.
Italian Catholic Federation - Deadline 3/15/10. For students who are Roman Catholic and of Italian descent. Minimum GPA of 3.2. Financial need, scholastic achievement, and extracurricular activities will be considered. Go to www.icf.org or stop by the career center for an applicaton.
Jackie Robinson foundation Scholarship Program - Deadline 3/15/2010. For minority high school students showing leadership potential, interest in community, and demonstrate financial need. Go to www.jackierobinson.org.
Tailhook Educational Scholarship - Deadline 3/15/10. For seniors who are children or grandchildren of a current or former Naval Aviator, Naval Flight officer or Naval Air Crewmen. Go to www.tailhook.org to apply.
VIP Women in Technology Scholarship - Deadline 3/15/10. For individuals planning a career in information technology or a related field. Based on academic performance, essay, & level or participation in community service or extra curricular activities. Go to www.vipconsulting.com. Click on About VIP, community support.
BloodSource- Deadline 4/30/2010. For seniors who have chaired or participated on a blood drive committee at their high school during the 2009-2010 school year. One scholarship recipient will be selected from each participating high school. Applications available in the career center.
American Associates of Family and Consumer Sciences - Deadline: 4/12/10 for student pursuing career studies in consumer science education, food service and hospitality, fashion design, interior design and furnishings at an accredited community college or vocational institution. Go to www.aafcs-ca.org or stop by the career center for an application.
Philip M. Dowd Memorial Scholarship - Deadline 4/23/10. For students who have overcome hardships and obstacles to achieve their goals. Student must be a senior pursuing a degree in Public Affairs/Administration or Political Science & Government. Must demonstrate financial need and have a minimum GPA or 3.0. Applications are available at www.sacregcf.org.
Kristi Karacozoff Memorial Scholarship - Deadline 4/30/2010. For a senior with a cumultive GPA of at least 3.0. Must demontrate a chronic or life-threatenting illness, with a doctor's certification of medical condition. Applications are available at www.sacregcf.org.
Diane Dawson Foundation - Deadline 4/19/10. For student with a parent or legal guardian fighting terminal cancer or other terminal illness, or who have lost a parent to a terminal desease during their tenure in high school. Minimum GPA of 2.5. Applications are available at www.sacregcf.org.
Nordstroms - Deadline: 5/15/2010 - For Juniors! Must have a cumulative, unweighted GPA of at least 2.7, have participated in cummunity or volunteer activities, and be planning to apply for financial assistance to attend college. Go to www.nordstrom/com/schoarship to apply.
Civil Service Employees Insurance Company - Deadline 4/5/2010. For seniors with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Parent or legal guardian must be employed by(or retired from) a government entity (example: police, fire, military, educators, postal). Go to http://www.CSEinsurance.com , click on "About us" and "youth scholarship."
ITT Technical Institute: Deadline: 5/8/10. Minimum 2.0 GPA. Essay required.
Forty Niner United - Deadline 4/2/10. For seniors who played two or more seasons with the 49er United Soccer Club, with a minumum 2.5 GPA. Student must have made a contribution back to the soccer cummunity, which can include volunteer or paid service. Application is in the Career Center.
Amvets - Deadline: 4/15/10. Selection is based on academic promise, financial need, & merit. 3.0 GPA required. Must be a child or grandchild of a United States Veteran
The Placer Deputy Sheriff’s Association - Deadline 4/30/2010. offering four $500 scholarships for graduating high school seniors who reside in Placer County and will be attending Sierra College and studying Administration of Justice.
Society of American Military Engineers - Deadline 3/16/10. For seniors planning to study engineering or related technical science (math, architecture, physics, chem, etc.) Go to www.samesacramento.org to apply.
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising - Deadline 4/30/10. Scholarship competition in graphic design, fashion design, Interior Design, Digital Media Art, etc. Go to www.fidm.edu/dream for more information.
Placer County Holy Ghost Association - Deadline 4/9/2010. 3.0 GPA required. Must be of Portuguese descent. Must be a member or have a family member of A.P.D.E.S. Application is in the career center.
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation - Deadline 4/1/2010. Applicant must be dependent of active service person or veteran in the Marines. Must be child of active Marine, Marine reservist, or Marine who has received honorable dischange. Go to www.mcsf.org to apply.
First US Community Credit Union - Deadline 5/24/10. Must be a First U.S. Community Credit Union memeber with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applications available at www.firstus.org.
The California Department of Veterans Affairs offers a program to college bound students that are dependent children of Service-Connected Disabled Veterans. This program can be applied to all Universities of California, California State Universities, and State funded Community Colleges. Students must complete a fee waiver application, have proof of a relationship between a dependent child and the veteran (birth cert, etc), and a copy of the Veterans disabled rating letter. For more information visit www.cacvso.com or www.cdva.ca.gov.
The online databases are an excellent resource at school and at home. They include video resources, audio clips, journal articles, and reference books. The great thing is that you don't have to wonder whether or not the information is valuable. The databases will save you from surfing the net and provide the solid academic research you need.
How to login:
Thomson Gale Database: This database has a wide range of resources. It includes the Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center and resources related to Literature, Science, Geography, and Cultures.
Web address = http://infotrac.galegroup.com/itweb/rose43857
Username = rose43857
Password = twolves
The ABC-CLIO database is specifically for Social Studies classes. This includes World Studies, U.S. History, AP European History, AP U.S. History, and American Government.
Web address = http://www.socialstudies.abc-clio.com/unifiedlogin.aspx
Username = woodcreekhs
Password = woodcreekhs
