Dear Falcon Families,
We hope everyone had a great weekend! Hopefully our football players and cheerleaders are rested and ready for the upcoming Homecoming week. Our ASB students have a fun week planned, full of Homecoming festivities, the football game, and then the Homecoming dance. Please remind your students to check their grade level Google Classroom for more information on events, times, and tickets.
Last week was a great week for our field hockey team as they won 5-2 on Tuesday against La Jolla Country Day and 4-0 on Wednesday against Cathedral Catholic! Congratulations to our freshmen girls volleyball team who beat Coronado last Wednesday! And our flag football team crushed Academy of Our Lady Peace 47-27, way to go girls! To find out more about our athletes (schedules and rosters) go HERE. Come out and join us as we cheer for our Falcon athletes!
On Thursday, October 9th, we will host our annual “What I Wish My Parents Knew” event. This is an incredible opportunity for our students to share their feelings about trying to balance family life, school, and friends. This is a powerful event. Please see below for information. On October 28th, we will host San Diego Miramar College for a CCAP Family Night. The event will be in the library at 5:30pm. Representatives from the college and SRHS counselors will be on hand to answer any questions you might have about community college enrollment for your student. See below for a flyer and sign up information.
We are two weeks into the second progress report grading period. Please take a moment to review your students’ grades. If your student needs help, a letter went home last week about the teachers’ tutoring hours. Please ask your student to review the letter/email and find time to speak with their teachers to seek additional support.
Senior families, the yearbook deadline for submitting baby pictures is approaching. See below for more details. Remind your seniors to check the ASB instagram and their Google classroom for updates on events and deadlines for seniors.
This week’s updates include information about our upcoming “What I Wish My Parents Knew” event, the CCAP event, our ongoing College series, the upcoming College Showcase, Homecoming reminders, SR6, the reopening of our preschool, and more.
See below for the latest updates as of 10-5-25.
Upcoming Calendar Events for Semester 1
- 10/4 - SR6 8am-12pm (English and History support, Rm B17)
- 10/6 - Early out Modified Monday (8:35-2:29pm) - Library closed after school
- 10/9 - “What I Wish My Parents Knew” event for parents in SRHS library
- 10/11 - SR6 8am-12pm (Math Rm 703 and PE Rm 418)
- 10/11 -Homecoming Dance
- 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
Reminder of Modified Monday
As a reminder, every Monday is a Modified Monday, with school dismissal at 2:29pm. This Monday, 9/8, teachers will attend an all staff Professional Development meeting from 2:35 to 3:40. If students need to see their teachers, they should follow up and coordinate directly with them.
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.
What I Wish My Parents Knew, October 9th
Join us this coming Thursday, October 9th at 5pm for our special event sponsored in partnership with the SRHS Foundation and FALCOnnections, What I Wish My Parents Knew. You can hear firsthand issues facing our teenage students and resources available to help. The evening will feature a student panel of our very own Scripps Ranch High School students along with a presentation, “How to Talk to Your Teen” by Gwen LaMar, Youth Mental Health First Aid Program Coordinator from Girl Scouts San Diego. The event will take place in the SRHS Library. More information to follow as the date approaches, we hope to see you there.
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. Lovato (Math, Rm 703) and Coach Bocanegra (PE, Rm 418). 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
SRHS Fall 2025 CCAP Family Night - presented by San Diego Miramar College
Join Us for Fall 2025 CCAP Family Night! Wondering what CCAP is? It’s an exciting early college opportunity that allows high school students to take college classes during their school day. Through CCAP, students can build confidence, develop valuable skills, and get a jumpstart on their college journey that will benefit them well beyond high school.
Mark your calendar for October 28th, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM in the library. Representatives from Miramar College and a representative from SRHS counseling will be there to share all about CCAP, its benefits, how it works, and the steps to join. Students, come get ahead in your college path. Families, learn how you can best support your student’s success. We look forward to seeing you there! For more information, see the attached flyer: HERE To sign up, go here: tinyurl.com/CCAPFamilyNight
Homecoming Dance Saturday, October 11 - Reminder
The homecoming dance is one of our most attended school events, and we want your student to be a part of it too! Tickets are for sale on SchoolCash (must sign-in) or at the finance window before school (8am-8:25) and at lunch. The last day to buy a ticket is Thursday October 9th. The dance will be held from 6-9pm in the quad at Scripps Ranch High School; check-in will start promptly at 6pm. The theme is “party around the world.” Students wanting to bring guests from other schools must complete a yellow guest form which can be picked up from the attendance office. All students must check-in by 7pm. Students will not be permitted to leave the event until 8pm, however, we encourage them to stay until 9pm when it ends. Parents are welcome to park in the visitor parking lot or 700 building parking lot to pick up their student. All students can purchase a ticket, however, in order to attend the dance they must be eligible.
- To be eligible students must:
- Complete the Dance Agreement 25-26.
- Have a minimum 2.0 GPA (non-weighted) in academics and citizenship for P1
- Have a PowerSchool attendance record with no AZW’s and no more than three T’s from 8/25/25 onward
- Have served any and all assigned lunch detentions.
- Have their student ID with them at time of purchase, ticket pick up, and at entry to the dance
Students who purchased a ticket and are eligible will pick up their physical ticket during ticket distribution held Monday 10/6 through Friday 10/10 at lunch in front of the counseling office. Students must have their student ID or government issued ID to pick up their ticket.
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 [email protected] 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 8th and will feature presentations from Drexel University, Purdue University, San Diego City College, University of Arizona, and USC. 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.
Save the date! The College Showcase is back!
The College Showcase is coming up on Thursday, October 16th from 6-8pm in the SRHS Gym. Here is the flyer: The College Showcase Flyer.
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.
Attendance Procedure Updates - Reminder
To streamline our attendance process, all student absences should be reported using the new Early Release Request form and Absence/Late Arrival Notification form. Submissions will only be received when sent using the parent/guardian email address on file in PowerSchool. Please do not leave voicemails for your students’ absences. Absences reported via the Google Form allow for blue slips to be completed promptly. All information regarding attendance can be found on the attendance website and pages 12-16 in the student handbook.
We are excited to announce the re-opening of our Preschool!
The preschool will operate Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more information, please contact us at 858-302-3400 ext. 2505. Additional information on the Preschool click - Now enrolling Little Falcons
That’s all for today. Enjoy the rest of your weekend.
Sincerely,
Matt Lawson, Ed.D
Principal
Scripps Ranch High School