Dear Falcon Families,
We hope everyone had a great weekend, especially our students as they enjoy a Monday off. Last week the students had fun participating in Homecoming Spirit Week by dressing up, attending the pep rally, attending the football game against Christian, and dancing the night away at the “Around the World” themed Homecoming dance Saturday night. Last Thursday we held the annual “What I Wish My Parents Knew” event. Our panel of students did an amazing job fielding questions and holding a discussion with the audience, creating a lasting impact with this powerful event.
Our Scripps Ranch Foundation is looking for volunteers to get involved in planning the “Sips for Scripps” event (the largest fundraiser) this year. If you are interested, please see the information below. Be on the lookout for more opportunities to connect with campus through our many student programs, as well as the FALCONnections and the Scripps Ranch Foundation.
Our Marching Band students are finalizing their show, “Written in the Stars,” and getting closer to their first competition. They are also getting ready for the Marching Band Falcon Invitational Tournament, held at Scripps Ranch on November 1st. The Falcon Playhouse will open with “The Little Prince“ next week (10/23). And our fall sports teams are nearing the end of their seasons with CIF championship games on the horizon. For more information about our other programs (shows and competitions), visit the following links: Falcon Playhouse go HERE, Music Program (marching band in the fall) go HERE, ASB updates go HERE, and AFROTC program go HERE.
This week puts us just over halfway through the second progress report grading period. Please encourage your student to talk to their teachers if they are struggling with a course. There are many helpful resources available to them on campus. One resource, SR6 Saturday Sessions (Saturday School), is up and running. Students can find information signs and QR codes posted all around campus, or they can visit their grade level Google classroom for more information. Counseling will soon be announcing Extended Day opportunities for students to recover course credits. The information for these classes is coming soon.
The College Showcase event is this week! On Thursday, 10/16, SRHS will host a college fair with over 100 colleges in attendance. See below for the flyer and more information. This coming week, Scripps Ranch High School will take part in California’s “The Great CA Shake Out” Earthquake drill. Schools all over California will go through a full earthquake drill to be prepared for emergencies.
Senior families: The senior application labs have started! These labs will run from 10/7 to 11/20. Seniors should check their Google classroom for more information on location and times. The yearbook submission deadline for senior baby photos is 11/21. Go HERE for more information on submitting baby photos for your senior. Go HERE for information on purchasing ad space for your senior.
Remember that there is no school on Monday, October 13, 2025. Thank you for your continued support in helping make our school and community amazing.
This week's updates include the details for our ongoing Wednesday College Series, joining the “Sips for Scripps” team, The College Showcase (this week!), “The Great Shake Out” Earthquake Drill, and more. Please see below for more information.
See below for the latest updates as of 10-12-25.
Upcoming Calendar Events for Semester 1
- 10/13 - No School, non-instructional day
- 10/18 - SR6 8am-12pm (English and Social Science, Rm B21)
- 10/20 - Early out Modified Monday (8:35-2:29pm)
- 10/25 - SR6 8am-12pm (Campus Clean Up hosted by ASB, Rm 426)
- 10/27 - Early out Modified Monday (8:35-2:29pm)
- 10/31 - Second Grading Period ends
- 11/1 - Falcon Marching Band Invitational
- 11/3 - Early out Modified Monday (8:35-2:29pm) - Library closed after school
- 11/10 - No School, non-instructional day
- 11/11 - No School, Veteran’s Day
- 11/17 - Early out Modified Monday (8:35-2:29pm)
- 11/24 to 11/28 - No School, Thanksgiving Break
- 12/1 - Early out Modified Monday (8:35-2:29pm)
- 12/8 - Early out Modified Monday (8:35-2:29pm)
- 12/15 - Early out Modified Monday (8:35-2:29pm)
- 12/17 - Final Exam Full Day: Periods 1, Advisory, Lunch, 3
- 12/18 - Final Exam Full Day: Periods 2, Advisory, Lunch, 4
- 12/19 - Final Exam Full Day: Periods 5, Advisory, Lunch, 6
- 12/19 - End of first semester
- 12/22 to 1/2 - No School, Winter Break
- 1/5 - First day of second semester
No School Monday, October 13
There will be no school, Monday, October 13th as it is a non-instructional day. We hope you enjoy the extended weekend. School will resume Tuesday October 14th.
SR6 Saturday Sessions - This Saturday 10/11
SR6 (Scripps Ranch 6) is an academic support available to all students. It is a 6th day of school hosted on select Saturdays for four hours, 8am-12pm. This Saturday will be hosted by Mrs. Jenkins (Social Science & English, Rm B12). A breakfast and lunch meal is available for all students attending Core Academy at no charge. Signing up by Wednesday, and selecting “yes” to breakfast and lunch guarantees it will be available for your student. SR6 is also an avenue for students to recover their attendance (AZTWs in PowerSchool) to remain eligible for school events. View Semester 25-26 SR6 Dates or flyer with all sign up forms.
Counseling Updates
Senior college application support labs have started. The labs will run from October 7th - November 20th in room B1 on Tuesdays from 3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. (after school), and on Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. (during lunch through the beginning of 6th period)
***No Lab on November 11 and November 18***
It is highly recommended that students attend the labs to work on applications, get their questions answered and have each type of application reviewed before submitting.
Yearbook Submission Deadline is November 21st - Senior Families - Reminder
It's time to submit your Senior's BABY PHOTO for the yearbook. If you'd like more space to show your love for your soon to be graduate then purchase a Senior Ad in the yearbook and fill it with your favorite photos and messages. Act soon, Baby Photos are due November 21st and Ad Space is limited.
Family Resource Guide (formerly Facts for Parents) - Reminder
The 2025-26 Family Resource Guide (formerly Facts for Parents) is now available in the PowerSchool Parent Portal. This guide includes important updates, family resources, and district policies for the new school year.
Please log in to Parent Portal to:
- Review the Family Resource Guide.
- Complete the one-question confirmation form.
- Fill out the Universal Form (media release, technology use, discipline acknowledgement).
Families have from Sept 19 to Dec 19 to complete the form.
If you do not want your student pictured in the yearbook, the deadline to complete the form is Oct 31st
Completing these required forms ensures your child can participate in media events, have their work showcased, and access important school resources.
Need help? Visit the Parent Portal resource webpage or contact Jason Lyons at [email protected] .
You can also check out these videos for help completing the forms.
Family Resource Guide Video:
Universal Form Video:
Wednesday College Series
The Wednesday College Series continues this Wednesday, October 15th and will feature presentations from Arizona State University, Babson College, Baylor University, Binghamton University, Brandeis University, Chapman University, DePaul University, Elon University, High Point University, Marquette University, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Science, Northern Michigan University, Oregon State University, Pace University, Texas Christian University, University of Delaware, University of Colorado, Boulder, University of Wisconsin-Madison, and Washington University in Saint Louis . All students are welcome at lunch (12:55-1:25), in the library. Use this link to see the schedule of colleges that will be in attendance each week.
The College Showcase is this week!
The College Showcase is coming up this Thursday, October 16th from 6-8pm in the SRHS Gym! This fabulous College Fair will feature over 100 colleges including most of the UC Campuses. Students and families from throughout San Diego County are welcome to attend. We hope to see you there! Here is the flyer: The College Showcase Flyer.
“Sips for Scripps” - get involved! - from the Scripps Ranch Foundation
The Scripps Ranch Foundation is looking for energetic and creative volunteers to join our “Sips for Scripps” Planning Committee! This is your chance to be part of a fun, collaborative group that organizes Scripps Ranch High School Foundation’s largest fundraiser of the year.
✨ Why Join?
• Meet other amazing parents and community members
• Make a direct impact on SRHS programs and students
• Be part of a high-energy, exciting event!
The first meeting is Wednesday, 10/15, at 7pm (until 8:30pm). The time commitment is monthly meetings between now and the event in March. View the flyer HERE. If you are interested, please RSVP - text Emma Lefkowitz at (858) 880-5989 or [email protected] . We hope to hear from you soon!
Student Drop-Off and Pick-Up - Reminder
At Scripps Ranch High, during pick-up and drop-off times has been a problem since our school has “one way in and one way out.” In order to limit traffic as much as possible, we are asking parents/guardians to drop off their students in designated locations on the East Side of Falcon Way, Scripps Lake Drive, or Treena Street. See this Student Drop-Off & Pick-Up for details. Please do not park along any curbs that are painted red in front of the theatre or at the top of Falcon Way; these are to be kept open in case of emergency. View these Traffic Safety Tips for drivers and students from SDUSD.
That’s all for today. Enjoy the rest of your weekend.
Sincerely,
Matt Lawson, Ed.D
Principal
Scripps Ranch High School