🟣 General Information
Check out these TWO UPCOMING SPEECH CONTESTS! Sign up or get more information at the ASB office.
- Escalon Sunrise Rotary Speech Contest is January 29 at EHS at 7am. First, second and third place winners will receive MONEY! First place will continue to the next level for a chance to win MORE MONEY!
- Escalon Lions Club Student Speakers Contest is Thursday, February 5. Time and location to be announced. Speech subject is “Youth Mental Health: Overcoming Barriers to Well-Being” First place and finalists will receive a CASH prize. First place will continue for up to 5 more levels of the contest with a top scholarship prize of $10,000!
Paul Mitchell Presentation: We are hosting an RTI Presentation next Wednesday 1/14 for students who are interested in finding out more about the cosmetology programs offered at Paul Mitchell. All grade levels are welcome to attend- sign up under Mrs. Strmiska in Enriching students.
Wrestlers, get your spirit packs for only $50. Payment at the ASB office or online at: WRESTLING SPIRIT PACK
Interested in joining CSF? Join us on Wednesday, January 14th, in room 2 (Mr. A’s classroom) CSF helps students with College applications and adds to your academic resumes! This meeting will talk about spring membership, volunteer opportunities, and seniors with graduation
Friends Helping Friends Club: Please join us this Thursday at lunch in Room 24. We will be having our first meeting of the new year and we have a lot of exciting activities coming up that we would love to have you be a part of.
Seniors planning to attend San Joaquin Delta College next fall — please sign up for our upcoming application workshop.
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! These books are in various conditions. They’ve been stored, moved, and some were previously owned and donated back to us. You are able to look at the condition before paying for them. Call Karen at 209-691-9858 to check if yours is in stock.
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.
Yoga Session during RTI – Stretch, breathe, and reset! This Monday the 12th during RTI, we’re rolling out the mats for a yoga session. Come relax, move a little, and start the week feeling great! Sign up under Mrs. Peterson in Enriching Students
🎓 Class of 2026 – Senior Year Information
Seniors: If you are planning to attend Delta College next year please sign up for our Senior Application workshop scheduled for Thursday, 1/15 during 4th period: https://forms.gle/y4jXVBzfnnAigiaYA
Seniors: Graduation Reminder
- Cap and Gown: To participate in the graduation ceremony, all students must have a cap and gown purchased only through Jostens. CLICK HERE to order.
- Using a Sibling’s Cap and Gown? You may reuse it, but you will still need to purchase a new tassel for the cap through Jostens.
- Questions? Contact Liz Nunes at ext. 7102.
Start preparing now—it’s never too early!
Please note: All caps and gowns, along with any announcements ordered in the fall, will be delivered to students at school on April 28 during lunch. All other items ordered in the spring, except caps and gowns, will be shipped directly to the student’s address.
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!
Need help with your Academic Resume or other scholarship items? Stop by the ASB office and schedule a few minutes to get some help with these items or learn more about the scholarship process.
SCHOLARSHIPS DUE IN JANUARY
Ag majors…The Tony Roche Memorial Scholarship is available. The Oakdale Irrigation District Scholarship is also open now!
The Escalon Sportsmans Club scholarships are now open! Everyone should apply to these as they are for all majors!
A scholarship for Visual Arts students! Check out the Judy Westall Memorial Visual Arts scholarship! Any questions? See Karen Nunes in the ASB office. Due March 2, 2026.
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.
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.You can join the waitlist. Your spot is not guaranteed, but it might open up. 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
Congratulations to the Varsity boys’ basketball team for their Homecoming victory on Friday night vs. Hilmar. Also, congrats to Ben Ferreira for being chosen as Homecoming King. Thank you to all that came to help fill the Cougar Dome and create a true home court advantage. We need your support again this Wednesday in a big game against Hughson
All students interested in Tennis this spring - meeting at the tennis courts on 1/13 (Tuesday) with Coach Jules
BOYS GOLF-Mandatory meeting at lunch in room 27 on Friday (1/16) for anyone interested in playing golf this year.
Congratulations to Luca Cerasi 3rd and Houston Sizuela 5th, for placing at the 90 team Tim Brown Tournament this past weekend.
For all three wrestling teams getting a Sweep at JV Boys, Varsity girls and boys against Sonora last week.
Monday, Jan 12
Tuesday, Jan 13
Wrestling vs Hilmar Home - 5:30 GoFan tickets only 01/13/26 Wrestling
Girls Basketball at Hughson - 5:30/7:00 - Depart at 4:00 pm
Wednesday, Jan 14
Girls Soccer at Hughson - 3:30 - Depart at 2:15 - release at 1:55
Boys Soccer Home vs Hughson - 3:30 - Release at 2:45
Boys Basketball vs Hughson - 4:00/5:30/7:00 GoFan tickets only: 01/14/26 Boys BB
Thursday, Jan 15
Girls Basketball at Franklin - 5:00/6:30 - Depart 3:00
Friday, Jan 16