CTSO
CTSO Recap given by CTSO Historian Adrian Montes: This month for CTSO has been a foundational week for the set up and development of our program! Our officers have started their training to ensure this year's CTSO can run as smoothly as possible by engaging in leadership training on August 30th! With the engaging leadership training brought by disneyland, we plan to implement those same characteristics into this year's CTSO!
Digital Media
To start off this month, year 1's focused on safety and expectations for this school. They are also signing up for SkillsUSA. Year 2's were introduced to the basics of cameras and the skills and techniques when it comes to photography. Year 3's were introduced to the new sound and video equipment to further their skills as well as create new content for Titan TV. A group of DMA students have been working together to create video ideas and an organized schedule to start producing daily videos. Additionally, year 3 DMA students went to Disneyland for a leadership training opportunity where they strengthened their communication and team work skills.
Sports Medicine
HEAL Academy students will begin exploring the exciting world of sports medicine and the many professions that fall under its umbrella. They will also dive into what it truly means to be part of an academy, more than just a team, but a family committed to growth and support. Our Sports Medicine Level 2 students will start the year by reviewing key concepts to ensure a strong foundation as they progress through the class, setting them up for success in both their studies and future careers. Our Sports Medicine lab students have an exciting opportunity ahead they will be attending a leadership program at Disneyland! This unique experience will combine hands-on learning with valuable leadership development, giving students the chance to grow their skills while enjoying the magic of Disney. It’s a perfect blend of education, teamwork, and unforgettable memories.
entrepreneurship
Year 1 - Discovery Academy
We started off with alot of getting to know each other and working together. We did a teamwork ball transfer across the room race. It was a great event to get to know each other and start the year off with some teamwork. Next goal is to do it the whole length of the 510 building. We then started into the basics of the class with lessons on "why directions are important", "time management" and "money counting" This year we started doing our Tech lessons in year 1 instead of year 2 so students could be properly prepared to use google docs, forms, sheets, slides and other business related softwares which they will need for projects, presentations and assignments. Year 2 - CTE Entrepreneurship / Business
As with Year - 1 we did many of the same back to school activities and start of the year lessons of "why directions are important", "time management" to get them started on the right foot. We quickly moved into our QR codes and Business card lessons where students made their own QR codes and linked them to presentations about themselves. They then designed their own business cards with a QR code linked to their resume. We will finish the month and into September with our Tech lessons as they did not get them in year 1 last year.
Theater Tech
CTE - Tech Theatre 1 has been focused on the basics of the stage: The different kinds of stages that we can work on, as well as the areas of a stage as they relate to a "proscenium arch" configuration (the kind of stage we have here at THS). They just recently took their first exam on the subject--with many passing with excellence. CTE - Tech Theatre 2 was introduced to one of the major projects due: A full play design portfolio, where they have to plot out a lighting design, sound design, stage blocking (aka "actor/set piece movement"), production advertisement, and a 1000 word reflection on their design choices. In addition, they learned how to assemble the SteelDeck equipment we received last year. Their current project is to create an advertisement poster for THS's upcoming fall play!
Guest Speaker - Mark c. Perna
Mark C. Perna is a nationally recognized speaker, author, and CEO who advocates for stronger connections between education, careers, and economic development. Known for his bestselling book Answering Why and the Education with Purpose & Employment with Passion movement, he inspires schools and communities to rethink how they prepare the next generation. On August 27th, Mark visited our school as a guest speaker, delivering impactful presentations to both staff and two groups of CTE students. He emphasized the importance of technical competencies in CTE, encouraging students to align with the right colleges and career paths while building the skills needed for long-term success. A quote that stood out to everyone was, “If the want to is strong enough, the how to will come,” emphasizing the power of motivation, perseverance, and a clear vision for the future.
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Field Trips
Disneyland Leadership Training
Student Spotlights
Reina Collins (Sports Medicine)
Reina Collins is a returning student who has stepped into her role of student aide with enthusiasm and dedication. She is always ready to jump in and help bring her valuable experience. She has a genuine willingness to give back and mentor younger students and supports the program that helped shape her own journey.
Alonzo Sine (Entrepreneurship)
Alonzo came back ready to start his Senior year off right. Alonzo is a motivated, respectful, and overall a great student. He has an Entrepreneurial side to him that once fully embraced will take him far in life. He often comes to class early or stays late to ask questions. He is very eager to get into our 3D, Tshirt, laser and embroidery projects. His enjoyment of the class has led him to volunteer to be my 6th period student TA where he will get more hands-on experience with our machines, print shop & school projects. Alonzo is a pleasure to have in class
Mariana "Mars" Torres Valdez (Tech Theater)
Mars has been instrumental in these first few weeks, as she was selected to be the lead stage manager for THS's upcoming production of Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare. Her dedication to the work of technical theatre has been inspiring, and while I will be sad to lose her after this year (she's a senior!), she will do great things wherever she goes!