š£ General Information
š¾ Cougars, Itās Kindness Week! š¾
Tuesday: āDonāt Hide from Kindnessā ā Camo Day šæ
Wednesday: āScore Points by Being Kindā ā Jersey Day šā½
Thursday: āLove Being Kindā ā Pink & Red Day š
Friday: āCougars Are Kindā ā Purple & Gold Day šš
Sacred Heart Club: Father from St. Patrickās Catholic Church will be here during lunchtime in Room 5 on Thursday, February 12. Join us for an uplifting message of faith and prayer. All are welcome to attend. We hope to see you there!
Prom is Saturday, May 16. It will be a truly special evening at the Del Rio Country Club! Ticket sales will start February 10. Contracts are outside the school office. You will need to turn in your contract before buying your ticket. You are responsible for maintaining eligibility (attendance, library and ASB fines, and academic eligibility may change your ability to attend - even if you've already purchased your non-refundable ticket). This prom has it all!...Dinner is included. Tables for 10 will be available for you. Plan to sit with friendsā¦YOU can select and reserve your table when you buy your ticket. Ticket prices start at $110. The price will remain the same through March 31. Link to online tickets: Prom Ticket Guest Prom Ticket
Get ready to be entertained Friday, March 27 at 6pm!! Mr. Cougar tickets are now available at the online store! Quantities are limited and will not be sold at the door. Please get yours today to ensure you donāt miss this AMAZING production āMr. Cougar in Monte Carloā with our very own students as Mr. Cougar contestants! Get your tickets here: Adult Ticket $15 Student & Veteran Ticket $10 Child Ticket (age 0-5) $5
ASB LEADERSHIP: ATTENTION COUGARS! Interested in making an impact on the Escalon community and on campus? The 26/27 ASB Leadership Team is looking for YOU! We need hard workers who: Lead by example, bring creativity and fresh ideas, want to learn event planning & management skills all while making amazing memories for the student body! If youāve got the work ethic,character and desire to be a leader on campus - complete the ASB Application. If you have any questions please contact ASB Director Mr. Seth Davis at [email protected]
š£ Peer Interaction Team Applications Now Open! š Do you have a genuine interest in helping others? Applications for next yearās PIT class are now available! PIT is a leadership class focused on peer support. If youāre interested in applying, please complete the PIT Application by February 23. Have questions? See Mrs. Northcutt in Room 3 or email Erin Northcutt
Drama and CSF RTI - Schedule RTI with Mrs Olsen TODAY, February 10th, if you are interested in volunteering to assist with the Drama club to get your volunteer hours. We will be meeting and discussing what opportunities there are, specifically for the Drama Clubās play this May
FCA - There will be a Fellowship of Christian Athletes club meeting on Friday, February 13 in room 10 during lunch. You do not need to be an athlete to attend - everyone is welcome. Join us for lunch on Friday
Friends Helping Friends and CSF - Schedule RTI with Mrs Olsen on Thursday, February 12th, to do valentineās day crafts and enjoy time with our friends in room 24!
Join Visual and Performing Arts for a Color Run on April 18th, 2026! Scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up. - Color Run Flyer
Volunteer Opportunity: Van Allen PTC is looking for volunteers to serve at the Annual Tri-Tip Dinner Dance on February 28, 2026. Please see google form for details and to sign up to volunteer.
FFA Students: Join us Wednesday, February 11th at 3:30 for our February meeting and stick around for a BBQ afterward.
Valentine Gramsā¦Send your favorite people a valentine gram (beautifully wrapped carnations with or without a 14ā brown plush teddy bear). They will be delivered to the classroom on February 13 or can be picked up outside the school office at noon on February 13. Order includes a personalized note for your valentine from you. Order options are 1, 3 or 6 wrapped carnations for $5, $13 or $25. 1 carnation and teddy bear is $15, 3 carnations and a teddy bear is $20, and 6 carnations with a teddy bear is $30. Place your order at the ASB office or online at: Valentine Gram 02/13/26
-please see flyer
Join the CTE First Responder Leadership Team, a student-led course focused on making a real impact through community service and public safety initiatives. Students interested should complete the application at the Google Link - CTE First Responder Leadership Application HERE!
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.
Interested in joining Yearbook? Weāre looking for applicants for next year! Grab an application form from Room 14 or the counseling center and sign up for Mr. Yonkeās RTI session on Wednesday, 2/11.
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. Theyāve 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.
š Class of 2026 ā Senior Year Information
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 Siblingās 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.
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 studentās address.
SCHOLARSHIPS DUE IN FEBRUARY (EHS Exclusive Scholarships!)
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. āCrowdfundingā is a way to get help from friends and family to pay for your trip. Hereās 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
š SPORTS & ATHLETICS NEWS
Wrestlers, get your spirit packs for only $50. Payment at the ASB office or online at: WRESTLING SPIRIT PACK
Tuesday, 2/10
Girls Basketball Home vs Ripon - 5:30/7
Baseball Home vs Weston Ranch - 3:30 - Release the team members at 2:10
Wednesday, 2/11
Boys Basketball at Ripon - 4:30/6:00/7:30
Thursday, 2/12
Girls basketball at Orestimba - 5:30/7 - Depart at 3:15
Boys Wrestling at Hughson Valley
Girls Wrestling at Central Valley
Friday, 2/13
Boys Basketball Home vs Orestimba - 4:00/5:30/7
Baseball Home vs Ceres - 3:30 - release the team members at 2:10