🟣 General Information
🎅Get ready to show your holiday spirit! Here’s what we have planned for this year’s festive Spirit Week:
- Dec 10: Red vs. Green — Seniors & Juniors wear RED, Freshmen & Sophomores wear GREEN
- Dec 11: Ski & Snow Gear
- Dec 12: Santa’s Workshop Christmas gear
✨ Get ready to step into a fairytale! This year’s EHS Winter Formal theme is “Once Upon a Time.” Join us Saturday, December 13th, from 8–11 PM in the Theatre for a magical night you won’t forget!
🎟️ Tickets sales have ended. Thanks to everyone who ordered tickets. If you bought tickets online, but haven’t picked up your”glass slipper” and ticket, please stop by the ASB office to get yours.
Counseling Center will be closed today from 3rd-6th period.
There will be a Spanish Club meeting this Thursday during RTI in room 22 Please sign up for Sra. Rivera's
RTI. If you sold 4 or more Poinsettias, your Spanish club shirts will be distributed at this meeting. (only 25 students will be accepted for the meeting).
Students - want help preparing for finals but don’t know where to schedule RTI? On Monday December 15 and Tuesday December 16, teachers from all subjects will be available to assist students in a “finals study hall event”. Schedule RTI with one of the following teachers - Mr Cohen, Ms. Briones, Mr Largent, Ms Harrington, Sra. Riveira, Ms P, Mrs Northcutt or Mrs Olsen. Space is limited, so schedule ASAP!
AP exams can be ordered here AP EXAMS for $114 each.
ELAC Meeting: A representative from the San Joaquin Building Trades Council will give a Spanish-language presentation on apprenticeship programs and training opportunities in the construction trades today at 4:00 PM in the Library.
STUDENTS….PLEASE DO NOT REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE COVER FROM YOUR CHROMEBOOK. There will be a $50.00 fine if the protective cover is removed.
CSF and Friends Helping Friends Members: If you are helping with decor for the Winter Dance, please schedule time this week during RTI with Mrs Olsen in room 32, or swing by to schedule time after school
Interested in a career in Welding? We will be taking a tour of Cal-Trade Welding School in Modesto. They offer many courses including Combination Welding, TIG/MIG, Structural, Pipeline Welding, Blueprint Reading, and AWS Inspector.Please sign up using this form by January 6th at 3:15pm. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE
Annual Asian Pacific Youth Leadership Project (APYLP) – This is a conference that provides a select group of Asian and Pacific Islander seniors and juniors throughout California with a unique opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge of the legislative process, community leadership, and political activism. This is a free four-day, three-night conference. If you are interested please apply here by December 15, 2025.
Vintage yearbooks are available to purchase for only $5 each! There are many past years to choose from (dates from 1953 to 2018). These make great gifts and are so fun to look at! Call Karen at 209-691-9858 to check if yours is in stock.
Spring Musical Auditions! Want to be part of our school musical? Sign up to audition for the cast or join our amazing tech crew by filling out the Google Form! No experience needed—just bring your energy, creativity, and willingness to try something new. We can’t wait to see what you’ve got! Auditions are 12/17 (after finals) at 2 pm in the theatre. Pick up the audition packet from Ms. A in room 4.
Audition Link: https://forms.gle/PzWa6vM26mekEaBr8 Tech Crew Link: https://forms.gle/wRnAbiVn6Cjb5RcLA
FFA: Our December FFA Meeting is on December 10th at 6 PM—don’t forget to wear your Ugly Christmas Sweater and compete in our Cookie Decorating contest! Remember, the Toys for Tots Drive runs through December 10th. Bring one new toy (~$20) to earn one hour of community service. Any students who are planning to show dairy cattle at AgFest this year, there is a mandatory meeting at lunch in room 25 on Thursday, December 11th.
2026 AgFest Turkey Showmen - Students that signed up to show turkeys at the 2026 AgFest, you have a mandatory RTI meeting with Mr. Moules on Thursday, December 11th in room 37.
Sophomore, Junior, and Senior FFA Students - Applications for the Made for Excellence and Advanced Leadership Academy Conferences are posted on the Escalon FFA Google Classroom. PRINTED and SIGNED applications are due to an Ag teacher by 3:05PM on December 19th.
Do you need Tutoring for science? See Mr. A in room 2, Mondays-Fridays @ 7:30 am to 8:00 am
Do you need Tutoring for Spanish? See Sra. Rivera in Room 22 Tuesdays @ 7:30 am to 8:00 am and Thursdays from 3:05 pm to 4:05 pm.
Have you purchased a yearbook? Get yours today using the QR code or go to: https://yearbookordercenter.com/
Use our order number 7631. You can also check to see if you’ve already purchased a yearbook at this site.
Academic Block E - Each year 10th, 11th, and 12th graders are recognized for their academic excellence and school involvement with either a patch or pin for their letterman jacket. Stop by room 9 to pick up an application and see if you qualify. Applications are due by December 10th.
🎓 Class of 2026 – Senior Year Information
Use the following link to learn about the different packages offered by Jostens and how to easily order on the website. At the bottom of the page is a direct link to order.
Check out Jostens' newest offering...custom Belt Buckles!
FAFSA- Seniors, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid for the 26-27 school year is now open. If you’re planning to apply, don’t miss the upcoming Financial Aid workshop on December 3rd from 2:30-6:00 pm This is a drop-in workshop for students and parents to complete the application.
Seniors….Are you working on scholarship applications? See Karen Nunes in the ASB office to get your scholarship list worksheet. It’s easy to use and will help you know what scholarships to apply for. Almost 90 students received this already! Get yours today!
A brand new scholarship for Visual Arts students! Check out the Judy Westall Memorial Visual Arts scholarship! Any questions? See Karen Nunes in the ASB office.
Male Athletes…Grade 12: The Greg Cupit Memorial Scholarship is perfect for you! Please apply. Applications are due mid-December.
Seniors pursuing a career in education…The California Retired Teachers Association is offering scholarships to five students in the amount of $1,500. Get the application from Karen Nunes.
Portuguese students graduating in 2026…Here’s a scholarship for you! CABRILLO CIVIC CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
Senior Disney Grad Night is tentatively scheduled for May 12, 2026. Price is $459 per student and includes Motorcoach transportation and a Disneyland Grad Nite Park Hopper Ticket. Registration was due by November 1, 2025, but has been extended to December 1. The extended registration date is specifically for a waitlist at this time. There’s a limited number that will be accepted on the waitlist. Please get on today if you are interested in this once in a lifetime senior trip. Trip ID is 40278 and Passcode is 2026-282. “Crowdfunding” is a way to get help from friends and family to pay for your trip. Here’s how it works: 1. Enroll and opt for monthly payments. 2. Enable and customize your profile. 3. Share it with family and friends. Invite them to help make your Grad Trip dreams come true! Crowdfunding platform offers families a digital tool to help keep travel accessible and provide an opportunity for students to get involved in funding their trip. Use this QR code to access the site or go to https://enroll.gltravelco.com
🏆 SPORTS & ATHLETICS NEWS
Mandatory Baseball meeting this Thursday 12/11/2025 during lunch in Rm#27
Wednesday, 12/10
Thursday, 12/11
Boys Basketball Home vs Livingston - 4:00/5:30/7:00
Girls Basketball @ Gregori Tournament - 6:00 pm
JV Girls Basketball @ East Union Tournament - 8:30 pm
Boys Soccer at Summerville - 4:00/5:45 - Release the boys at 1:45 - Depart at 2:00
Friday, 12/12
Saturday, 12/13
Wrestling - James Riddle Tournament at Oakdale
Girls Wrestling @ Beyer