HBUHSD school and community safety update As you may have heard, all Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) sites are currently closed due to a credible district-wide threat. The local law enforcement has instructed our district administration team that the Huntington Beach Union High School District (HBUHSD) has not been threatened in any way. Published December 15, 2015
HBUHSD named to College Board's 6th Annual AP District Honor Roll The Huntington Beach Union High School District (HBUHSD) has been named to the 2015 College Board’s 6th Annual AP District Honor Roll for the second time in the last three years – previously in 2013. In doing so, this makes the District one of only two school districts in Orange County and one of only 29 school districts in the state of California to receive this matching distinction. Published December 2, 2015
C.A.R.E. Month at Edison High School All throughout November, Edison High School (EHS) chose to dedicate the entire month to emphasize the importance of caring. Students, parents and staff members were encouraged to participate in C.A.R.E. Month, or the Campaign for Acceptance, Respect and Empathy. The Chargers designated a special theme to each week including Social Media Awareness, Special Abilities Awareness, and Acceptance. Published December 11, 2015
Valley Vista HS students "Doodle 4 Google" Under the direction of art teacher, Ms. Michelle Delanty, students at Valley Vista High School have had the opportunity to create their very own “Google Doodles.” Google Inc., a multinational technology company specializing in Internet related services and products, is in the midst of holding its, “Doodle 4 Google” contest with the theme, “What Makes Me…Me.” Published December 3, 2015
OCADA honors HBUHSD "Coaches with Character" The Orange County Athletic Directors Association (OCADA) recently honored "Coaches with Character" from OC high schools on Monday, Nov. 16 at the Anaheim Convention Center. The Huntington Beach Union High School District (HBUHSD) was well represented with an honoree from each of our six comprehensive high schools recognized. Published December 1, 2015
HBUHSD reduces community's tax bill by millions The Huntington Beach Union High School District is proud to announce its most recent initiative to benefit its students and community members. Under the leadership and direction of the Board of Trustees, Superintendent Dr. Greg Plutko chose to take advantage of historically low interest rates to refinance the district’s Election of 2004 Bonds without extending their life. Published November 20, 2015
Westminster HS puts on a history-rich show for OC students The Westminster High School Vietnamese American Culture Club's (VACC) Traditional Drummers were invited to perform "I Say Gold" at the 5th Annual Disney's Gift of History on Nov. 19. Published November 20, 2015
"Local high schools grant wishes" On Nov. 11, the OC Register released an article highlighting the Marina High School's Make-A-Wish Club and their recent fundraising event. Along with Los Alamitos High School's Make-A-Wish Club, the school's participated in the Macy's Believe Campaign at their Nov. 6 football game. Published November 12, 2015
WHS Lions participate in traditions of Día de los Muertos On Monday, Nov. 2, Westminster High School observed Día de los Muertos for the second year in a row. Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, honors the deceased with lively celebrations complete with food, drink, parties and traditional activities. Published November 3, 2015
RECALL on Auvi-Q Epinephrine Injection Sanofi, a global healthcare leader, is voluntarily recalling all Auvi-Q(r) (epinephrine injection, USP). Published October 30, 2015