Orange GlenHigh School

We have a new ABC Softball after school club every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:45 – 4:45 on the Varsity softball field. The purpose of ABC Softball class is to learn the fundamentals or refresh fundamentals of the sport, and to get exercise in the outdoors. Also, softball team tryouts will be the first week of February. Interested players should reach out to Ms. Mac in room 501 or come visit the club on the softball field every Tuesday and Thursday.

Saturday Scholars is a free academic support and tutoring program in which students receive help from teachers and academic tutors in order to complete homework, make up assignments, better understand content and to recuperate attendance. All students are always invited and encouraged to attend. Second semester dates: February 12, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21.

The free rapid take home COVID-19 tests provided by the State of California for K–12 public school students will be available for any EUHSD student who would like one on Wednesday, January 12. Orange Glen High will begin distributing beginning at 3:25 p.m. One test kit will be provided to each interested EUHSD student, with a photo ID and signature required. EUHSD students who are unable to pick up a test kit at their school site on Wednesday can pick up a test kit at the District Service Center, 302 N. Midway Drive, beginning Friday, January 14, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. We encourage students to use the test kit as necessary to maintain in-person school safety and prevent the spread of COVID-19. Should your student(s) test positive, keep them home from school and contact your doctor and school right away. This flyer from the state explains how to share your students at home COVID-19 test results with the local health department. Follow the COVID-19 Decision Trees for K-12 Schools for complete guidance. Should you have additional questions, contact a member of our COVID-19 Response Team at mthompson@euhsd.org, (760) 291-3217, or smorales@euhsd.org, (760) 291-3219. We understand things are ever-changing and we thank you for continuing to join us to maintain a safe school community.

Saturday evening the region's best senior high school football players squared off in the annual Alex Spanos All Star Classic. This annual high spirited match up pits high school seniors in a North/South format. It offers a postseason showcase for players who are going on to play in college. The Spanos classic is the longest running high school All Star football game in the state of California. Selection to play in this game is considered an honor according to local prep players & coaches. With 5 catches for 55 yards and 1 touchdown Orange Glen's very own Malachi Keels walked away with the MVP honors.

We are currently in the window where 8th grade students interested in enrolling at EUHSD schools take the placement diagnostic to determine which level of Spanish is most appropriate for their proficiency level. Accurate placement is essential for many reasons, some of which include ensuring students have the most rigorous learning experience, celebrating bilingual students and elevating their skills, progress towards the seal of biliteracy, and so much more. EUSD students are being given this diagnostic in their classes, but we would like to ensure that all families are aware of this opportunity for their students (and the added bonus of having students appropriately placed from the beginning of the year. Please click to view a video with more information.