PTSA Newsletter - Troy High School

Volume 52, Issue 1 SEPTEMBER 2012TROY HIGH SCHOOLwww.troyhigh.comA National Blue Ribbon SchoolPTSA President—Luz HowchinA New America High SchoolA California Distinguished High School2200 E. Dorothy LaneFullerton, CA 92831714-626-4400To report or clearabsences, you may call…Attendance Office:(714) 626-4416UPCOMING EVENTSOrientation, Seniors 9:00, Aug 20Orientation, Juniors 9:00, Aug 21Orientation, Sophomores 1:00, Aug 21Orientation, Freshman Aug 229:00 - 11:00 Last Names A-K12:00 –2:00 Last Names L-Z1st Day of School Mon Aug 27Morp Dance Fri. Aug 31Labor Day Mon Sept. 3PTA Meeting Mon Sept 10Picture Day Wed. Sept 19College Night Mon. Sept 197:00 pmTroy High School’s PTSA welcomes you to the 2012-2013 schoolyear! I can’t believe that all the summer activities are over and we areall starting a new school year. Time for more academic challenges andgoal setting for a productive year.Many of our PTSA members have been hard at work getting our activities ready such as Orientation,Troy Tech/IB Testing, Newsletter, Warrior Wear, Reflections, and Dances.. Volunteering is whatreally sets Troy HS PTSA apart from other schools. Our volunteers last year reported over 4,500hours. I encourage all of you to be a PTSA member, but you don’t need to be a member to volunteer.Contact Gloria Banuelos, gloriab@troyptsa.com to be put on the volunteer list. Volunteering isa great way to meet parents and to hear what is happening on campus.Also check the Troy website for the Newsletter link. The newsletter provides a message from PrincipalMaggie Buchan and other happenings on campus. The Newsletter is ONLY distributed electronicallyvia “gmail” distribution lists. If not already on the distribution list, please accept the invitationto join. Instructions are on page 11 on how to subscribe to the newsletter.Unlike most school PTAs, we do not hold a fundraiser where we ask our students and families to goout and sell anything. We simply have “Twenty for Troy.” Donate $20 per year and you are done! Itis simple and easy. If you would like to donate more than $20, that would be appreciated. Whenfilling out the School Purchase Order form, please look for “Twenty for Troy”. All funds are giftedto the school in support of programs and projects which support the Troy Community.I want all parents and students to also be aware of the new calendar that is coming out for 2013-2014 school year. Here is a link: http://fjuhsd.edlioschool.com/pdf/board_policies/6000_instruction/BP6310%20-%2013-14.pdf I might be getting ahead of myself, but better to get the informationout.Finally, I would like to invite you to attend our monthly PTSA meetings. The first will be held onMonday September 10, 2012 at 8:15 AM in the Teachers’ Lounge. At our first meeting we will bemaking Program and Financial decisions for the year. Attending PTSA meetings is the best way toconnect with other parents and the School Administration. At each meeting, Mrs. Buchan or one ofthe Assistant Principals is there to provide an informative report. The meeting schedule for the yearis available on the website.Looking forward to a great 2012-2013 school year.LuzBack to School Night Thurs. Sept 277:00 pm to 8:30see website for times and details—all eventsare subject to changeNext PTSA meeting:Monday, September 10, 8:15 am,

Volume 52, Issue 1TROY HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE-MAGGIE BUCHANDear Friends,It has been a great start to the 2012/13 school year. Our classrooms are filled with eager studentsanticipating the challenges and excitement of learning new concepts, mastering new curriculumand continuing down the path of becoming life long learners.At Troy, we truly believe that we are partners in your children’s education, and together we canachieve great success. Communication is one of the key elements to an effective organization.We are committed to serving all stakeholders and wish to encourage the use of the Troy HighSchool website as an information resource. Please refer to our website www.troyhigh.com for ourstaff directory to contact the school via email or phone if you have questions or concerns.We are encouraging 100% of our families to take full advantage of the Aeries Browser Interface(ABI) communication system. ABI enables parents and students twenty-four hour access toonline information that includes: attendance, grades, assignments, transcripts, and more. Pleaseemail Susan Reese @ sreese@fjuhsd.net with your current email address and the following information:student name, grade, and email address. Your account will then be created and anemail will be sent to you with a temporary password.Our counseling staff is in the process of hosting their annual student-parent conferences to communicategraduation requirements, develop your students four year plan and conduct an annualreview. The counseling staff will begin 2012 with senior conferences and then follow with studentparentconferences for the class of 2016. Please make every effort to attend your very importantscheduled conference.In addition, please note that we will continue to operate Troy Central in the school library. TroyCentral is a centralized tutoring service that offers subject specific tutoring to any Troy studentthat needs support. Students can attend Tuesday through Thursday from 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Tutoringwill be offered in math, science, social science, world languages and computers.Finally, parent involvement is a key element in ensuring student success. Join PTSA, TSO, attendschool sponsored activities, athletic events, etc….together we can build an even better Troy HighSchool!Sincerely,Maggie BuchanPrincipal2

Volume 52, Issue 1GRAD NIGHT 2013To Senior Parents Class of 2013:DID YOU KNOW THAT statistically, graduation night is one of the most dangerous times in yourstudents’ young life? Our young men and women are at a higher risk of injury or even death fromdriving accidents, as well as physical/sexual assaults, and drug incidents. Even if they are not participatingin dangerous behavior, they could simply be in the wrong place, with the wrong crowd,at the wrong time.Troy’s Grad Night is a FUN and SAFE all-night party. This evening provides our students with onelast night with their classmates making many special memories that will last a lifetime. Grad Night isheld after graduates have had a chance to spend the afternoon and early evening with family and relatives,we check-in at the Troy north gym at 9:30 pm. Back by popular demand, we will be holdingour Grad Night Thursday June 13 th at an undisclosed Dave and Busters location. This event includes,bus transportation to and from, D&B loaded power card, unlimited dinner buffet, soft drinks, tea, coffee,breakfast buffet, billiard tables, shuffle board, unlimited non ticket games, plus other vendors and prizesto be announced.Parents, we are facing difficult economic times. With the costs of college applications, fees for this andthat before graduation, we want to hold down the ticket price. We hope that keeping the price at$125.00 until Feb. 28 th will help your student to be able to attend this memorable evening. Remember,the Grad Night event is NOT a school activity. The committee is made up of parent volunteers whoare giving many hours of their time to make sure this event happens. Please support us by volunteering,giving donations via gift cards, sponsor a child, etc. We especially need financial help to offset risingcosts with vendors and with transportation and to also offer some students with scholarships. For questionscontact Kathy Chestnut (714) 738-1022 or e-mail tkchestnut@sbcglobal.net Information andpermission forms can be found on the Troy High website www.troyhigh.comTo Troy Seniors Class of 2013:Can you believe this is your last year at Troy! In just ten short months, you'll be in Fullerton Stadium,walking up to the podium and proudly accepting your diplomas. Afterwards, after all the picture taking,through the smiles and yes, the tears, you'll be celebrating with family and friends, rejoicing in your wonderfulaccomplishments. But wait! You'll also have one last chance to be with all your Troy friends,peers, and classmates. Yes, just one last chance exists for you all to be together, just for one last time.Why not spend this one last time, this one last night together at Dave and Buster's, having a blast?Spend the night of Thursday June 13, 2013 at Dave and Busters! The ticket price includes transportation,all night food and drink, breakfast buffet, D&B power card to win tickets and prizes,billiard tables, shuffle board, unlimited non-ticket game use, laughing, music, spin the wheel formore prizes, dancing and did I say FOOD!.Grad night is going to be like one of those dreams you've had when you wake up and say; "Oh,man. I wish that could really happen." Well, it WILL really happen if you attend Troy HighSchool's Grad Night 2013.4

Volume 52, Issue 1Who is TSO?The Troy Support Organization is Troy High School’s non-profit education foundation, committedto bridging the gap between educational needs and dwindling state budgets. Working withfaculty and staff, we purchase classroom equipment and programming across the curriculum.A Troy Education.It is no accident that our children attend Troy. We recognize its high academic standards and excellent collegepreparation that leave our students well-positioned in applying for college.Budgets are shrinking.Year after year of cuts to public school funding have made it increasingly difficult to maintain Troy’s level of excellence.And maintenance isn’t enough. The goal is to grow our programs, extend what we offer to students today,making a Troy education unique in its reputation amongst colleges.We challenge every family toinvest in their student’s future.With a student body of over 2,600 strong,we can exceed expectations on everylevel. As a member of Troy’s Warrior family,your participation is vital.Our mission is clear.DONATE TODAYYour contribution is fully tax-deductible. Tax ID number: 41-2052114.Detach and return to school office or mail to the address below.Parent Name(s)Student Name(s)Mailing AddressCityHome PhoneParent EmailZipWork PhoneYes, I would like to help!o Amount Enclosedo My employer will match my gift. Employer Name(Please complete and enclose the necessary forms)o I prefer my donation to be anonymous.Grade(s)$2,500 Trustee* – Invitation to Contributor Tea, recognitionin TSO publications, free admission for two to THShome games, your name on permanent Donor plaque$1,000 Founder – Invitation to Contributor Tea, recognitionin TSO publications, free admission for two to THS homegames, your name on permanent Donor plaque$500 Patron – Invitation to Contributor Tea, recognition inTSO publications, free admission for two to THS homegames$250 Advocate – Invitation to Contributor Tea, recognitionin TSO publications$100 Supporter – Invitation to Contributor Tea, recognitionin TSO publicationsOther Friend – Invitation to Contributor Tea, recognition inTSO publications*Any family donating a total of $2500 over one or more yearswill be considered a Trustee in the first year their contributionstotal $2500 or more. Thereafter, they may remain a Trustee foran annual donation of $1000.Troy Support Organization • P.O. Box 7286 • Fullerton, CA 92834-7286 • www.troyhigh.comPutting your Donations to Work in the Classroom • Tax ID Number: 41-20521145

To All Troy StudentsThis past year TROY students placed in ALL categories of thePTSA REFLECTIONS CONTEST and represented this school across the board.Not only was this a personal achievement for the students, it also offereddistinct recognition for Troy High School.YOU can be a part of this rewarding experience by getting involvedin next year’s competition.The theme for the 2012-2013 PTSA REFLECTIONS CONTEST is:‘The Magic of A Moment”Submit original work in any of the following categories: DANCEVISUAL ARTSMUSICAL COMPOSITIONLITERATUREPHOTOGRAPHYCHOREOGRAPHYEnter in multiple categories and enteras many pieces as you would like in each category.Each piece must be entered separately.Each entry must be the original work of one student only.Top winners receive a cash prize and an expense paid trip to theNational PTA Convention.Summer is the perfect 7me to work on your great ideas! For questions please contact Reflections Chairpersons:Susan Mathews (714)747-6441, s.mathews@yahoo.comReiko Ohshima (562)652-5006, rei7788@aol.comEntry forms, deadlines and detailed information will be available on the Troy website atthe beginning of the school year or refer to the National PTA website atwww. pta.org to check out last year’s guidelinesand during the summer for the 2012-2013 guidelines.

Volume 52, Issue 1Show your Troy pride!The PTSA Warrior Wear Shop is fully stocked and ready for the 2012-2013 school year.Pick up a traditional Troy Pullover Sweatshirt, THS car decals, sports bags, Troy hats, PE Clothes and somuch more.This year brings a newly designed Troy Spirit Shirt. The logo on the shirt is the same as on the TroyWarrior pullover, and the Troy Warrior embroidered beanie.Warrior Wear, including PE clothes, can be purchased on campus at the student store everyday atlunch for the first two weeks of school, and then every Monday at lunch for the remainder of theschool year. The student store is located across from the north gym. We accept cash and checks, payableto Troy PTSA. There are no refunds, exchanges only.For a complete list of our Troy Warrior Wear products and pricing please visit the Troy website andclick on the PTSA tab.100% of all Warrior Wear profits go directly back to the school, making it easy to support Troy, andlook fabulous.Thank you for your support, and have a great year!Kim Messbarger, Troy PTSAWarrior Wear will be sold at Registration.Come see what we have!7

Volume 52, Issue 1TROY NJROTCTROY Navy Junior ROTC tops 400 CadetsTroy will again host the largest high school NJROTC program west of the Mississippi River withan expected enrollment topping 400. Last year, Troy had 402 at the start of school, and this yearshows 425. Commander Allen Stubblefield, the senior NJROTC teacher at Troy, commented, “We havea strong, vibrant program that really sells itself to all students at Troy. We have tremendous supportfrom the superintendent to Mrs. Buchan, the staff and teachers at Troy. 400 cadets is quite a challengefor us, but our 50 seniors are looking forward to leading our regiment this year.”Troy NJROTC is expecting about 175 new cadets, including several upper class, to join our programfor the first time. Troy is looking for another successful year both on campus and in competitionswith our 11 different teams. Troy competed in 4 national level competitions in 2011-12 and continuedtheir string as state champions in both field meet competitions and academic brain brawls for 5consecutive years.16 SENIORS PICKED TO LEAD TROY NJROTC IN 2011-2012With a senior class this year of over 50 cadets, Troy NJROTC will offer 16 seniors the opportunityof hands-on leadership by taking the reins of Troy's NJROTC Regiment of over 400 cadets.Quarter Commanding Executive Chief of CommandOfficer Officer Staff Master ChiefSummer (May-Oct) Sydeny Soen Alan Nguyen Albert Song Amy StubblefieldFall (Oct-Dec) Joanna Chua Micah Tashima Norbert Kovacs Eunice KangWinter (Jan-Mar) Tae Ha Kim Khoi Nguyen You-Ree Lee Farid GhamsariSpring (May-May) Sean Lee Timothy Wong Jerry Xiao Power Lee8

Volume 52, Issue 1Troy NJROTCTROY TAKES 2 ND NATIONALLY IN ACADEMICSEarlier this summer, Troy’s team of seniors Sean Lee and Tae Ha Lee and juniors Maggie Wang and AnnieWang placed 2 nd in the Navy JROTC division of the College Options National Academics competition held atGeorge Mason University near Washington, DC. Troy won the online competition in 2010, and qualified for thisyear’s national event by competing in three online rounds earlier in the year.In Troy’s first appearance at the Washington DC competition, Troy was undefeated in the morning preliminaryrounds, where two teams went head-to-head answering questions on science, mathematics, English andsocial science. After lunch, Troy advanced all the way to the finals where they faced Moon Valley HS of Phoenix,AZ, their toughest opponent in the morning. Troy fell behind early, but came back and missed winning by onequestion.Sean Lee, Troy’s captain, commented, “We worked hard getting ready and had a great day competinguntil the final round. Moon Valley had a one player who was really sharp, but our team worked well together.We also had a great time seeing the historical sites in DC, including the capital, Naval Archives, Air Space museum,US History museum, Arlington National Cemetery and several monuments. Seeing the Declaration of Independence,Constitution and Bill of Rights all side by side was my highlight.”TROY CYBER TEAM GEEKS COMPLETES WEEK-LONG INTERNSHIPLast month, Troy’s cyber security team of senior Albert Song, senior Luke Lau, junior Matthew Sprengel,junior Michael Park, junior Ben Dillon, and sophomore John-Michael Linares, completed a one-week internshipat ESET North American headquarters in San Diego learning about computer security from the experts. Troy’steam earned the free week by winning the San Diego Mayor’s Cyber Cup last spring, dominating nine other Californiaschools in the finals.Cyber Security competitions like the San Diego Mayor’s Cyber Cup has opened the cadets’ eyes to thenumerous aspects of technology and its uses. As John-Michael Linares put it, "the San Diego Mayor's Cyber Cupwas incredibly challenging. We were the 'underdogs' of the competition and were immediately 'written off' bythe other teams." The competition itself had a "nice element of mystery to it because of the anonymous scoreboard,"said Ben Dillon. Noah Nam and Michael Park add, "Having each cadet specialize on one operating systemhelped us manage the multiple targets during the competition." Finally, Matthew Sprengel believed that practicingprior to the competition heavily really helped further our team's knowledge.This type of computer security competition really puts an emphasis on working together, cooperating tomeet team goals. The team always tries to keep an open mind and listen to advice while competing. Most of thecadets never expected to be able to use their computer talents for a high school competition. Ben Dillon said, "Itwas a really great experience to come together and compete against other teams."The week-long internship provided by ESET was a fantastic experience and really helped further each team membersexperience and knowledge. Troy is entering the CyberPatriot competition for the third straight year andhopes to be able to qualify for the Nationals next March in Washington, DC.9

Volume 52, Issue 1Save theDateBuy your tickets atregistrationFor Back to School!MORPAugust 31, 2012Twenty for Troy“Twenty for Troy” during 2012-2013Just fill out the form and mail it in or have your student drop it off in the office.PTSA hopes to continue to provide enhancements to our students education and improvements to our school campus.Your $20 (or more) for Troy really helps all students. Thank you for your support!!—–————————————----- cut and fill out ----———————————————-------2012-2013 Troy PTSA “Twenty for Troy” DonationParent Name:______________________________________________________________________________Student Name: _____________________________________________________________________________(Please Print Last, First Names)Donation Amount $______________________________Please make check payable to: Troy PTSAMail to:Troy High School PTSA, 2200 Dorothy Lane, Fullerton, CA 9283110

Volume 52, Issue 1Got Stuff?? The instrumental music deparment islooking for stuff to fill a Goodwill truck. Sept 22 ,from 9:00—1:00, bring your stuff— clothes,small household items, toys, sporting goods. The morewe donate the more the program makes. The successof this day will encourage Goodwill to partner withother Troy groups. Thanks!Snow cones, beveragesand delicious tacos willbe for sale at Orientation.SUBSCRIBE OR UNSUBSCRIBE TROY E-NEWSLETTERTroy High SchoolPTSAFullerton CouncilFourth DistrictCAPTAMaggie BuchanPrincipalLuz HowchinPTSA PresidentMelindaRathmellPTSA Executive VPLynne PirnatPTSA News EditorThe mention of anybusiness or service in thisnewsletter does not implyan endorsement by TroyPTSA.© Troy High School PTSA,Fourth District, OrangeCounty, California Congressof Parents and Teachers,National PTA, 2007.C o n t e n t s m a y b ereproduced provided creditis given to Troy PTSA News.To subscribe to the Troys newsletter, please email the following info totroyptsanews@gmail.com:In the subject line: (the word) SubscribeIn the body of the email:Your email addressYour child’s gradeAn email invitation will be sent to you. Please click the link in the email and follow direction inthe email to confirm the process. Note: You’ll not receive any distribution from us until you acceptthe invitation. To unsubscribe, do the same thing except with the word “unsubscribe” inthe subject line.NEWSLETTER COMMENTS, QUESTIONS, SUGGESTIONS:We’d love to hear from you. Direct your inquiries to Lynne Pirnat, Newsletter Editor@ THSEditor@gmail.com.11