Activities, Invitations and Events
Hello Administration, Teachers and Classified Employees at all our high schools! We have created a webpage for all our employees which may be utilized to post your outside activities, information, invitations, fundraisers and events that you may be interested in sharing with colleagues. Instead of using the "global" email across the district, you may send your information to cjarrett@avhsd.org for posting at this site.
Events are listed in Event Date order below, so please SCROLL TO BOTTOM OF PAGE. After events occur, they will be marked "Past Event" and moved to the bottom of the page. You can see the contact person perhaps for the next time that activity may be offered.
"Vision for Agriculture Student Success" Dinner
Posted February 22, 2012
Information courtesy of Joel Briggs, Teacher, Littlerock High School
jbriggs@avhsd.org
Ag Fan License Plate Dinner
March 10, 2012 6:00 PM
AV College Agriculture Lab
"Would you like to win your own custom license plate? Do you like Santa Maria style barbeque Tri-Tip steak?
Then come to the “Vision for Agriculture Student Success” fundraiser dinner. You will have a chance to win a free $50 custom license plate promoting California agriculture. All proceeds will go to the California FFA Association to assist with funding leadership skills building conferences around the state. Tickets are limited so take a look at the attached flyer and contact one of the agriculture teachers to purchase your dinner tickets." - Joel Briggs
Arts, Science, Technology, Engineering and Math - ArtSTEM Fair
Posted February 22, 2012
Information courtesy of Diane Walker,
ArtSTEM Fair
May 6th, 2012 9am to 1 pm
AV Fairgrounds – Van Dam Pavilion
CLICK HERE FOR LINK TO REGISTRATION FORM AND INFO FLYER
Join with the AV Chambers of Commerce, All Valley Federal Credit Union, other community members, and the AVUHSD to showcase student work with arts, STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math), or “green/eco” themes. The displays and/or competitions will take place on May 6th, 2012 from 9am to 1pm, in connection with the Chambers’ flea market events.
Teachers from AVUHSD schools will network with others in their industry sectors/subject areas to design and implement a common student class project which can be displayed; school sites may compete against each other to have the work judged as “Best in the AVUHSD,” and first place prizes may be awarded. Displays should include an interactive component for high school students to do a hands-on demo with other youngsters attending the flea market with their families. For examples of past art competitions, visit https://www.avfcu.org/youth#/tab/supporting-our-youth. Other ideas could be an on-site video, design, or painting exercise. Examples of STEM displays or competitions could involve valve cover racers, robotics, solar vehicles or cooking, aircraft/building/bridge design and models, first aid or blood pressure monitoring, or windmill power, among others.
Please invite your students’ families and friends to attend and learn more about your academies and CTE pathways, while having the opportunity to shop at the flea market and enjoy the car show (admission fee required). Please make sure to sign up for a display or competition area early, as spots are on a first-come, first-served basis. The deadline to register is April 27th, 2012.
Help your best friend: Rattlesnake Avoidance Training for Dogs!
Posted February 1, 2012
Information courtesy of Mike Mitsch, Quartz Hill High School, Computer Graphics, 661-718-3100 x404
Rattlesnake Avoidance Training for Dogs
Saturday & Sunday April 28-29, 2012
CLICK HERE FOR LINK TO FLYER.
As we move into rattlesnake season in the Antelope Valley and the western states, the risk of snake bites grows. Fortunately, while a snake may be hard for you to notice, your pets can detect them from hundreds of feet away. With over 1,300 rattlesnake bites to people in the U.S. in 2007, and the number of bites increasing each year, training your pet to detect and avoid a rattlesnake is especially important. No dogs younger than 4 months of age will be trained.
Registration: jklranch@msn.com
Questions: hidoc@hotmail.com
Telephone: 661-266-7097
Co-sponsored by the High Desert Obedience Club and the Lancaster Bark at the Park Committee. Partial proceeds from this clinic benefit the Lancaster, CA Bark at the Park event. 2012 is the 20th anniversary for the Bark at the Park and will be celebrated with a 2 day event the first weekend in October 2012. Check back here at Employee Activities for more info!
Get your Teams Ready for Wellness Walk!
Posted February 17, 2012
Information courtesy of Antelope Valley Partners for Health
AVPH Wardford Wellness Walk and Celebration
Saturday, May 19, 2012 8:00 AM
CLICK HERE FOR LINK TO FLYER
Announcing the 3rd Annual FREE Healthy People Celebration. Get your walking teams ready! On May 19, 2012, in collaboration with the City of Palmdale, the Antelope Valley Partners for Health (AVPH) is presenting its third annual “Warford Walk for Wellness and Healthy People Celebration”. This is a FREE event and open to the communities in the Antelope Valley. The 5K (3.1 miles) registration opens at 8:00 am at the Poncitlan Square Gazebo in Palmdale. Morning stretch will be held from 8:40 am-9:00 am and the walk begins at 9:00 am. Certificates will be awarded to the top two teams with the greatest number of participants. We will award a certificate to the youth team and to the adult team. At 10:15 am the Master of Ceremonies and Antelope Valley Press columnist-Bill Warford will welcome us to a day of health and wellness. Local dignitaries, healthy vendors, community resource information, entertainment, children’s activities and health and wellness demonstrations will be available for all community members. Everyone is invited and encouraged to participate for the entire event. Good health of individual residents is essential to building a strong community… so come out, have some fun and enjoy the events with us! It is time to organize your walking teams.
For more information please contact Nancy Unger at AVPH 661-942-4719 X 461, nunger@avph.org, or go to our website www.avph.org for registration forms.
AV Chambers Flea Market
Posted September 20, 2011
Information courtesy of Diane Walker
"Hi, Everyone, As you may remember my announcing at our August in-service day, the AV Chambers of Commerce hold their semi-annual Flea Market on the first Sunday in October 2011 and again in May 2012. AVUHSD has been invited to participate in an ancillary event in the Van Dam Pavilion where we can showcase our arts and STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) programs through some exhibits and hands-on demonstrations for youngsters who attend the flea market with their parents.
Three schools (already determined) will be participating in another auto art-painting event on October 2nd. If you would also like to participate in this volunteer event on that day by having one or more tables (or floorspace) showing your program and how it fits in the ArtSTEM theme, and bring some flyers or other materials so that the community can learn more about it, please fill out and return the registration form by no later than Thursday, 9/22/11. Click here for link to registration form and information flyer.
We would appreciate having many of you come to this inaugural event, as well as participating in further competitions and demonstrations in May.
Thanks – have a great day! Diane L. Walker, CTE Coordinator, (661) 575-1025, (661) 575 -1037 (fax) "
PAST EVENT: AVROP Dental Program Fundraiser
Posted September 6, 2011
Information courtesy of Celida Arreola-Hernandez, Adult Dental Assisting Instructor, AVROP/AVUHSD
Title:Raise money for AVROP Dental Assisting Program
Event Date: Friday, September, 9 2011
Time:11am-8pm
Location: Panda Express- 37134 47th St. East Palmdale, CA
Purchase a meal at the Panda Express listed above and a portion will go to help raise money to buy dental instruments and equipment.
You must present the fundraiser flyer (click here for a link to the flyer) to the cashier. Direct questions to carreola@avhsd.org.
PAST EVENT: Quartz Hill HS Dance Group Car Wash
Posted September 6, 2011
Information Courtesy of Kristine Salazar-Gibbs, Teacher, Quartz Hill High School
Title: Rebel Dancer Car Wash
Event Date: Saturday, September 10, 2011
Time: 8:00am- 12:00 pm
Location: Medranos Parking Lot behind McDonalds on Ave N and 50th Street West
Cost: $5.00 and any donation is accepted
kgibbs@avhsd.org
PAST EVENT: JHF Don't Text and Drive Day
Information courtesy of Deb DiMeglio, Teacher, Palmdale High School
We are proud to support the Jacob Hefter Foundation's Don't Text and Drive Awareness Day on September 12, 2011. Make every day great, and don't text while driving! See more at http://www.jacobhefterfoundation.org/ and get more resources at this website at Safe and Sober Driving !
There will be a fundraiser at Chili's to support the Jacob Hefter Foundation. .
PAST EVENT: 2nd Annual AV Juliettes Masked Ball
Posted September 2, 2011
Information courtesy of Barbara Frazier, Guidance Counselor, Lancaster High School
AV Juliettes 2nd Annual Masked Ball
Event Date: September 17, 2011
Time: 7:00pm until 12:00am , Cocktail Hour 7:00 – 8:00 pm , Buffet Dinner at 8:00pm
$65.00 in advance-$70.00 at the door
Theme: Preserving Our Future Through Education
Proceeds to Benefit Scholarship Fund and Local Charities
Guest Speaker: Bridget L. Cook, Esq.
AntelopeValleyCountry Club
39800 Country Club Drive
Palmdale, CA 93551
Formal Attire • Mask Required-Removable or Face Painted • Dancing • Raffles
For tickets call Rene Thomas-Bailey (661)406-3558 or Barbara Frazier (661)965-2746
The Antelope Valley Juliettes 2nd Annual Masked Ball is right around the corner! Please let me know if you would like tickets. Also, if you know someone who owns a business who would like to purchase an ad in our souvenir booklet, please let me know and I will send them the form.
Thanks,
Barbara A. Frazier
PAST EVENT: Bark at the Park
Posted September 2, 2011
Information courtesy of: Mike Mitsch, QHHS Computer Graphics and High Desert Obedience Club Member
Title: Bark at the Park
Event Date: October 1, 2011
Time: 9am to 5pm
Location: Lancaster City Park.
Description: Humans and Hounds, please join us for frolic, food, and a waggin' good time! This is the Antelope Valley’s favorite dog event. This is a free event for families and their well behaved dogs. See the web site for info and pictures of past events. The Quartz Hill High School Pep Band is scheduled to perform on stage.
About the Bark at the Park: Agility, Race the Wind, All-Breed Obedience, Canine Good Citizen, Disc Dog Competition, and MUCH MORE! Games with lots of fun for you and your dog! Some games and activities will charge a small fee ($1-$4) which benefits the community group that is hosting that activity.Contests wherein you may win great prizes and bragging rights! There will also be a Pet Fashion Parade too as sponsored by Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles.
For more info visit: http://www.lancasterbarkatthepark.org/. Also visit: http://www.highdesertobedienceclub.org/
Mike Mitsch, Quartz Hill High School, Computer Graphics, 661-718-3100 x404
PAST EVENT: HDABSE 5th Annual Business Meeting Breakfast
Posted September 14, 2011
Information courtesy of Diane Walker,CTE Coordinator, telephone (661) 575-1025; fax (661) 575 -1037
HDABSE 5th Annual Business Meeting Breakfast
Event Date: Saturday, October 8, 2011
Time: 7:30 -9:30 AM
Location: Cascades Restaurant, 3905 Club Rancho Drive, Palmdale
Contact: (661) 532-8750 or email to hdabse@gmail.com
High Desert Alliance of Black School Educators
3053 Rancho Vista Blvd. Suite H-163
Palmdale, CA 93551 661.532.8750 www.hdabse.com
PAST EVENT: AV Juliettes Fundraiser
Posted September 20, 2011
Information courtesy of Barbara Frazier,Guidance Counselor, Lancaster High School
AV Juliettes Casino Trip
Event Date: Saturday, October 8, 2011
PAST EVENT: QHHS American Cancer Society Club Fundraiser
Posted October 11, 2011
Information courtesy of Ruth Simonds
Event Date: Thursday October 13, 2011
YOU MUST BRING THE FUNDRAISER FLYER! CLICK HERE FOR LINK TO FLYER.
Time: 5-8 PM
JOIN US FOR A FUN-RAISER AT SOUPLANTATION AND RAISE MONEY FOR American Cancer Society Club of Quartz Hill High School. Souplantation in Palmdale will donate 20% of sales generated by your organization. Purchase a meal and a beverage* and enjoy a great meal and help a great organization!
For directions visit Souplantation.com
*1. All participants must purchase a beverage with their meal in order to receive credit towards the organization. 2. Underno circumstances are flyers to be handed out in the restaurant, parking lot or vicinity. Failure to comply will result in a voided contract. 3. Coupons or discounts will not be honored in conjunction with any approved Fun-Raisers. 4. Must present this flyer at time of purchase. 5. Your receipt will be kept and stapled to this form in order to add up the event’s sales. HOUSEHOLD GUIDELINES: 1. For the safety of our guests, no horseplay, running or climbing at any time, please. 2. Please accompany small children when visiting food bars. 3. It is very much appreciated when a supervisory person is present at a table of children.
PAST EVENT: California Heritage Days/Rodeo Info
Posted September 19, 2011
Information courtesy of Melody Briseno, Counselor, Eastside High School
Title: Rodeo and California Heritage Days
Event Dates: October 14-16, 2011
Hello everyone! I'm affiliated with a local rodeo organization which has expanded to host this year's PRCA California Circuit Finals Rodeo AND California Heritage Days, 10/14-10/16/11 at AV Fairgrounds. The web site with ticket prices and more information is http://www.cafinalsrodeo.com/?page_id=260.A schedule of daily events and contests are available at www.avfair.com.
Melody Briseño, M.S., Counselor (Alpha O-S), AVID Counselor, CSF Co-Advisor, Eastside High School, mbriseno@avhsd.org, 661.946.3800 x 1024
PAST EVENT: E-Recycling Day at Eastside HS
Posted September 19, 2011
Information courtesy of Cheryl Young, Teacher, Eastside High School
Title: Electronics Recyling Day
Event Date: October 15, 2011
"Mercury, lead, and arsenic,oh my!" Not in our neighborhoods and landfills please! EHS Key Club will host a Global e-Recycling Event on October 15th from 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM at Eastside High School on Ave J-8, between 30th East and 32nd East in Lancaster. Old televisions, phones, computers, disk drives, electronic wiring, shredders, printers, and all other electronics will be professionally collected and the data (if any) will be "wiped" while you wait. This is a safe way to keep our environment clean!
Please feel free to announce this event to your students and/or discuss the impact throwing away electronic items can have on our community. These items wind up tossed in the desert or worse, where the chemicals can reach our water supply. Thank you so much for your concern and time. Sincerely, Cheryl Young, EHS Key Club advisor. "
Click here for link to "E-Recycle Event 2011" informational flyer.
PAST EVENT: Holly & Rose Tea and Silent Auction
Posted September 2, 2011
Information courtesy of Roberta McCullough, Secretary to the Principal, AV Adult School
Holly & Rose Tea and Silent Auction
Event Date: October 15, 2011
Time: 1st seating at 11 AM, 2nd seating at 2PM
502 West AvenueK, Lancaster, CA
$25 adults and $15 children 4-12
High tea includes traditional English-style tea sandwiches, pea salad, scones with jam and cream, cheese crisps and cookies, with at least two kinds of tea served from china pots by young "English" maids. Soft live and recorded background music will accompany your meal, after which there will be door prizes, a silent auction, a fashion show, and an opportunity to visit unique vendors, The Curiosity Shoppe, and a studio-style photographer for a complimentary portrait.
Contact Dana or Harriet for more information and to purchase tickets: (661) 886-1113 and (661) 942-7806.
The Holly & Rose Tea and Silent Auction is sponsored by St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Proceeds will benefit the Capital Improvement Fund so that meeting space will continue to be provided to local groups including the oldest Boy Scout troop in the Antelope Valley, Girls Scouts and Cub Scouts, four twelve step programs, the Antelope Valley Sewing Sisters, and the Antelope Valley Knitting Guild. Come to the Tea to enjoy yourself while benefitting your community!
PAST EVENT: Desert Winds HS Race Car Team Fundraiser
Posted October 7, 2011
Information courtesy of: Cristy Todd, DWHS, 948-7555 ext. 201, ctodd@avhsd.org
Desert Winds High School Race Car Team Fundraiser
Event Date: October 20, 2011 4:00 - 9:00 PM
Click here for link to the flyer you must bring to Red Robin!
Location: Red Robin Restaurant - Palmdale Mall (Must bring the fundraiser flyer to Red Robin restaurant)
The Automotive Technology Program at Desert Winds High School includes a race team that is sponsored by the Instructor of the Automotive Technology classes on campus, private sponsors, and by maintaining a student project 1969 Chevrolet Nova bracket race car that competes at local raceways, including the annual NHRA Career Day held in Pomona, California.
The team encompasses a complete student staff that includes a fund raising committee, graphic arts committee along with the event planning. Both male and female students participate within the team and serve as crew for the car. Students of the DWHS Race Team continually promote the National Hot Rod Association, and only attend sanctioned NHRA events. Our message is to inform the students of the industry, and the benefits of organized racing rather than risk their lives for illegal street racing.
The Los Angeles County Sherriff Motorsports not only supports the DWHS efforts, but has allowed Deputy Scott Graham to serve as the official advisor for the team. Please show your support for these hard working students!
PAST EVENT: KHS Fundraiser: Giovanni Delarosa
KHS student Halloween Fundraiser
Information courtesy of Sandra Barajas
There are two fundraising events on Saturday, October 29, 2011
Time, Place, Description: 4pm to 9pm at 43406 62ndStreet West, Lancaster rsvp by Oct 12, 2011. Bring the whole family to fight the BOOGEYMAN! We invite you to join us for a Halloween Fundraiser on behalf of KHS student Giovanni Delarosa who is fighting Leukemia. Help us raise money for his medical expenses. We’ll have music, food, drinks and raffle prizes for all in costume. Come have fun and help a good cause! Tickets are on sale: $25 per family or $15 single person.
Click here for flyer about second fundraiser event ! Thank you for your support!
For more information and to RSVP, please contact Sandra Barajas 661-674-9739 or sbarajas@avhsd.org
PAST EVENT: FUNDRAISER: ART REESE
Posted October 28, 2011
Information courtesy of Clyde Merrick, CSEA Chapter 612 President
Good day to one & all…
Today, I come to you as a fellow human, not “The Prez”. I know some are aware of the horrific motorcycle accident our friend, colleague & Bro, Art Reese, was involved in on Tuesday, 18OCT11, on his way home from Eastside’s night shift where he is a night custodian currently. In Art’s honor, Billy Swanson, Jim Stewart & I are organizing a “recovery” run for Veteran’s Day, 11/11/11. That’s a Friday & we don’t work that day! All are welcome & ‘run what ya brung’!! We’re asking for a donation of $30 per person, and $40 per couple as an entry. Any amount is great. We just thought it a good starting point for everyone. If you wanna pay more, great. If that’s a little out of your range, do what you can do. We’re riding/driving to The Red House BBQ joint in Tehachapi where we will have lunch. Lunch will be $14, 20% of which, will be donated back to Art’s cause by the folks that run the joint. Just tell em you’re, “Here for Art!” We’ll have tri-tip, hot links, 2 sides, bread & butter and bottomless non-alcoholic drinks from the machine! This is the best BBQ joint within 100 miles of where any of us live – I guarantee it!!
Art is a very beautiful human being. Just ask anyone that’s had the honor of just talkin to him. You know right then that you’re speaking with a special individual. This is why those that do know Art just want to know where to send their charitable donation. Seriously. It’s been a wonder to observe. There are a lot of other beautiful people out there, too. That’s why Billy, Jim & I thought to do this for Art & his family. Besides, it makes you feel good to help someone that truly could use some help. Please ride/drive with us, Friday, NOVEMBER 11, 2011!!!! It’s for a great cause, and there’ll be a lot of great fellowship!
For those of you who wish to support Art, but do not ride, please send donations and cards to Billy Swanson or Jim Stewart at Eastside High School, please indicate for Arturo Reece Fund. An account will be set up to handle the funds. Or make your check out directly to Arturo Reese and they'll be delivered to him.
The Eastside High Football Team has added a "AR" sticker to their helmets to honor Art at their game, Friday 10/28/11. Such an overwhelming show of support is wonderful!
Thank you for your support,
Clyde Merrick, President - CSEA Chapter 612
661-948-6331 Work/Dist. Warehouse
661-305-6285 Cell
661-723-8531 FAX
PAST EVENT: AV Migrant Education Food/Toy Drive
Posted October 6, 2011
Information courtesy of Anthony Martinez
The annual food drive for families in the Antelope Valley Migrant Education Program Consortium will run from Friday October 7, 2011- Thursday, November 10, 2011. As the Lead District, we have been fortunate to have your ongoing support and have been able to distribute many food baskets to families in time for Thanksgiving. This year we will also be accepting toys for our Migrant children as we may not have a sponsor for this annual December activity. A few individuals donated money last year and we purchased food baskets and/or more food to completely fill remaining food baskets. On behalf of the Consortium, I want to thank you for your support and contribution.
Site Contacts:
Quartz Hill HS- Suzi Tigner
Lancaster HS- David Yerkes
Highland HS- Mark Burstein
Palmdale HS- Jeremiah Griffey
Knight HS- Linda Fabela
Littlerock HS- Anna Maldonado
Eastside HS- Michael Bernard
Antelope Valley HS- Mirna Urias
DWHS- Jeanette Luzanilla
RPHS- Anna Betancourt
DO- Sandra Barajas
PAST EVENT: Charity Fundraiser: Boxes of Hope
Posted November 1, 2011
Information courtesy of Pat Curnow, Secretary to Principal, HHS
Highland High School's Boxes of Hope Project -- October 31st through November 18th
We're collecting items for the Purple Palace Orphanage in Tijuana, Mexico (ages 4 years to 20 years). Items needed:
New or gently used clothing, shoes, blankets, and toys
Canned goods, rice, beans, and cereal
Hand soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, dental floss, cough and decongestant tablets
If you would be interested in participating, please call Janet Huffman (661-538-0304, extension 309) or Melody Swartz (extension 318) for more details.
PAST EVENT: Spartan Race in Malibu
Posted: September 1, 2011
Information courtesy of Esaul Viramontes, Teacher, Knight High School
Spartan Race
Event Date: November 19, 2011
Location: Malibu, CA
Ladies and Gentlemen, I am actively seeking 20 + participants to join us for the November 19, Spartanrace.com event in Malibu, CA. The Spartanrace.com event is three miles of grueling mudslinging obstacle courses for the adventurous runner and not so adventurous runner. The event coordinators have generous rewards for participants, but, most importantly they donate a percentage of the proceeds to helping our troops rehabilitate from the physical and psychological wounds of war.
The last ten years our country has been at war; I have witnessed family and former students serve in our multiple wars. Big brothers/sisters have served in Afghanistan/Iraq and several years later have seen their little brothers and sisters serve in Afghanistan/Iraq and elsewhere. Many of these young men and women have received life threatening injuries and emotional disabilities and SpartanRace.com is a good way to bring awareness and donating for the rehabilitation of our troops.
I have listed the pro's on why you should do it: For a higher cause other than yourself, Do something out of your comfort zone, Looking forward to fitness (relieve stress), Represent our community, Represent our profession, Camaraderie with your colleagues, It will be in Malibu, CA (enough said). Cons: It's going to be physically and mentally challenging.
Please visit www.SpartanRace.com and register under "Spartan Scholars" for the 11:30 a.m. start time. Please contact me eviramontes@avhsd.org if you're going to do it.
So far there are only two of us, we want people that want to join us. We will have a meeting and let's come up with a plan, a team shirt to represent our community we serve, and represent our profession.
Sincerely, Esaul Viramontes
PAST EVENT: St. Jude's Children's Hospital Fundraiser - Krav Maga Style!
Posted November 15, 2011
Information courtesy of Esaul Viramontes, Teacher, Knight High School
eviramontes@avhsd.org
Please click here for link to informational flyer. A "Krav Maga" Self Defense Seminar will be held on December 3, 2011.
Pre-registration is required by calling (661) 317-1616. Learn some self defense techniques. . . you'll help yourself and help the kids at the same time! ALL proceeds go to St. Jude's Children's Hospital.
PAST EVENT: Fundraiser Gavin McElroy
Posted November 29, 2011
Information courtesy of Allyson Howard, Teacher, Lancaster High School
CLICK HERE FOR LINK TO ALL FLYERS AND INFO SHEETS
Lancaster High School English teacher Gavin McElroy was recently diagnosed with leukemia. Although he is currently undergoing treatment, he will ultimately need a bone marrow transplant in order to beat the disease. There are about 10,000 people currently waiting for marrow transplants, but only about half will receive them. There is a critical need for marrow donors in order to save the lives of people like Gavin. These patients also often require several blood transfusions as part of their treatment.
In order to serve these needs, Lancaster High School, in coordination with the American Cancer Society Club at Quartz Hill High School, will be hosting a blood drive and bone marrow registrydrive on December 13 from 8:00 AM until 6:00 PM in the Lancaster High cafeteria. You can click here register for the blood drive or just come the day of the drive. Please be aware that there has been an overwhelming response, so appointments are recommended.
If you would like tojoin the bone marrow registry, a representative from Be the Match will be at LnHS on December 13 as well. Joining the marrow registry is a quick and easy process, and the representative will have information about the commitment you are making and how marrow donation is done (it's not nearly as scary as it used to be).
If you cannot come to the drive on the 13th, you can register to be a marrow donor through the Be the Match website (promo code FriendsofGavin)--the whole process only takes about 10 minutes. If you are not able to be a marrow donor, but would like to make a donation to support Be the Match, click here and you can make a donation in support of Gavin.
It costs Be the Match around $100 to add a new person to the registry, but they are bringing their services to us for free. We are having several fundraisers to support their work. On December 7 from 5:00-9:00 PM, Vince's Pasta and Pizza at 30th and L has agreed to donate a portion of their proceeds to Be the Match-- - Present the flyer for it!
In addition, after you donate blood, you can grab a meal at Primo Café on Valley Central Way. They will donate a portion of their proceeds all day on December 13 to Be the Match. Just take in the flyer that's attached in the LINK AT THE TOP or pick up a flyer at the drive. In addition, LnHS's Not in Our School Club and QHHS's ACS Club will be hosting a bake sale on December 13 from 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM at the blood drive so you can get your post-donation treat. All proceeds will be donated to Be the Match.
Gavin McElroy is a phenomenal teacher who positively impacts the lives of his students. We have been given the opportunity to impact countless more lives because of him. We hope our community can give back to Gavin the same way he has given to us and our children.
Ruth Simonds (QHHS) and Allyson Howard (LnHS)
PAST EVENT: Holiday Toy Drive - One Way Up and Change Lanes Support Services
Posted November 28, 2011
Information courtesy of Cynthia Beverly
Antelope Valley Union High School District is pleased to announce “One Way Up" and Change Lanes Youth Support Services” are organizing a toy drive for low income families in the Antelope Valley Community.
For the past six years, “One Way Up" in partnership with "Change Lanes Youth Support Services” have provided a program of counseling and advocacy for special needs and low income families in the Antelope Valley. Their mission is to ensure that every child has a successful passage to adulthood with the help of caring families and community support.
Antelope Valley Union High School District understands this challenge and is proud of all our teachers and employees for all they do every day in the classrooms for our students. Continue the help by considering a donation of toys or contributions to these non-profit organizations.
Help our valley’s kids have a wonderful holiday and positive outlook this year!
For more information and donation deadlines, please contact:
Cynthia Beverly, CEO
One Way Up
E-mail cynthiabeverly50@aol.com
Telephone (661) 213-8249
or
Cynthia Spears, Executive Director
Change Lanes Youth Support Services
E-mail: change_lanes@yahoo.com
Telephone (661) 948-2555
1122 West Avenue L-12 Suite 102
Lancaster, CA 93534-7051
www.changelanes.org
PAST EVENT - PHS Holiday Trees and Wreaths
Posted November 1, 2011
Information courtesy of Shawna Clark, Palmdale HS
"Can you believe it? WE are selling trees and wreaths before Thanksgiving! I know it seems early but our tree guy in Oregon wants to plan ahead in order to give you the best quality tree and wreath possible. CLICK HERE FOR LINK TO THE PRICE LIST. This is sponsored by the agriculture program and benefitting our FFA members. If you ordered last year, you will note that our prices are lower this year but dont worry, the kids still benefit!!!
If you have any questions please email me at ssimmons@avhsd.org. If you would like to order also email me and I will send one of our enthusiatic FFA members to you to take your order.
Thank you in advance for your time and support of our students and program.
Shawna Clark, Palmdale FFA Advisor
PAST EVENT: Student Services Coat Drive
Posted October 7, 2011
Information courtesy of Cynthia Lockard, Student Services, (661) 729-2321, clockard@avhsd.org
Coat Drive
Event Dates: October 11, 2011. Last day to drop off is December 15, 2011
Drop off Times: Mon.— Fri. 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where: 548 West Lancaster Blvd. Lancaster, CA 93534
"Please help us keep families warm this season by donating coats, sweaters, hats, gloves and scarves of all sizes in good condition. Student Services is gathering warm items from family and friends. It’s called the “KEEP WARM BOX” so come take a walk and drop off a jacket in our bright colored box. Please bring something nice for a man or a woman, a girl or a boy. I’m sure you will bring someone a whole lot of joy! We thank you so much for your donation this year and may your holidays be filled with laughter and cheer!"
PAST EVENT: E-Recycling at SOAR
Posted January 10, 2012
Information courtesy of Yvonne Campos, Biology and AVID Teacher, SOAR High School
Event: E-Recyling and Collection at SOAR High School on January 14, 2012. CLICK HERE FOR LINK TO INFORMATIONAL FLYERS !
There will ALSO be an Enviro Fair for Middle-School aged kids on January 14, 2012, 9:00a.m-3:00p.m. at SOAR High School; 3041 West Avenue K Lancaster, California 93536 for youth to learn about our environment and help save it! Middle school students (6th-8th graders) can attend various classes, and there will be fun and live entertainment for you and your family!
To register visit our website www.quikscienceteams14.weebly.com or email us at quikscienceteams14@gmail.com. Registration today!!! Also as a small entrance fee, please bring one item that is electronic recyclables (cell phone, old computer, cartridges, etc). Please come early...classes begin at 9. Food will be available, so bring some cash or a sack lunch.
PAST EVENT - AVROP Hockey Group
Posted September 12, 2011
Information courtesy of Diane L. Walker, CTE Coordinator, telephone (661) 575-1025; fax (661) 575 -1037
Title: AVROP Hockey Group
Event Date: January 23, 2012,
Deadline for tickets is October 7, 2011!
Description: "Hey, Friends and Colleagues/Fellow Hockey Fans: The 2011-2012 NHL hockey season is almost upon us! I’ll be arranging our third annual AVROP hockey group at Staples Center for Monday, January 23rd, 2012, when the LA Kings will host the Ottawa Senators. For the 300 level, seats will run approximately $42. Please let me know by Friday, October 7, 2011 if you (and/or a friend) would like to accompany us for this event. Go Kings Go! p.s. Find out more about the 20thAnniversary of Salute to Youth on 9/23/11 at http://avsty2011.wordpress.com"
PAST EVENT AVHEC Parent Symposium -
Posted January 24, 2012
Information courtesy of Cynthia D. Penny, ROP Counselor, dpenny@avhsd.org
Are You Prepared?" The Antelope Valley Higher Education Consortium (AVHEC) presents a "College and Career Readiness" Parent Symposium on Saturday, February 11, 2012 from 8 AM to 1 PM at the AV ROP building in Palmdale. There will be speakers, workshops, informational academy exhibits and the Partners for Health Van will be present for free health screenings!
Please click here for link to flyer for further details. For more information on the event, please contact dpenny@avhsd.org or call (661) 575-1010.
Posted January 24, 2012
PAST EVENT - Be the Biggest Loser for Charity!
Posted January 10, 2012
Information courtesy of Jerry Woodward, Work Experience Coordinator, LnHS
Be the “BIGGEST LOSER”and WIN up to $500 for yourself, your favorite charity, school/club, church, etc. From Tuesday, January 17th through Tuesday, February 14th lose the mostweight/ inches with Monavie RVL products and win BIG. At the end of 28 days (Feb. 14th) the grand prize will be awarded. Additional prizes will be available for those that go beyond 28-days regardless of results. This is open to the whole family!!!
For more information, and to register, see Jerry Woodward at LnHS in room 229. E-mail jerry.Woodward@gmail.com, or call 661-733-4158 cell
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