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April 2015
PHS Student Matthew Cobian - Recipient of the Association of California School Administrators Region 14 Every Student Succeeding Award The Board of Education recognized PHS student Matthew Cobian on being the recipient of the ACSA Region 14 Every Student Succeeding award. ACSA’s Every Student Succeeding program honors students at all grade levels who have succeeded, against all odds, beyond expectations or simply won the hearts of the administrators and other educators who helped them achieve
their goals. One student from each region is honored. Matthew is a hard working
student and is also in the Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) program. He
TAG Art Show Student Winners
The first place and special recognition student award winners of the 18th Annual Traditional Artists Guild Show were congratulated and introduced: Jaylen Lomeli, Kindergarten; Melanie Rodriguez First grade; Christian Bahena, Second grade; George Biramontes, Third grade; Destiny Mancillas, Fourth Grade; Ariana Jerez, Fifth Grade; Luis Gutierrez, Sixth grade; Ameren Martinez, Seventh grade; Jonathan Napoles,
Eighth grade; Nataly Campos, Ninth grade; Nahum Flores, Tenth grade; Mulan Thomas, Eleventh grade; Monica Gonzalez, Twelfth grade; Sydney Thaxton , Judge’s Award-Best Use of Color; Raul Plascencia, Judge’s Award-Best Composition; Mesai Lorenzo, Superintendent’s Award; Angelica Torres TAG Chairman’s Award; Athena Rea, Parks and Recreation Commission’s Award; Ailany Meza, Chamber of Commerce Award; and
Haven Jovel, Mayor’s Award. The Board of Education members and Co-Interim Superintendent Dr. Verdugo recognized the students for their artistic excellence and presented them with a Certificate of Merit. Co-Interim Superintendent Dr. Verdugo thanked John Nowlin, Show Chairman from the Traditional Artists Guild, for his continued support of our students in the area of visual arts. 1,274 entries were received this year.
Central Basin Municipal Water District Donates $2,500 to PHS
Central Basin Water Municipal Water District Site Sponsor Mark Moss, presented the Board of Education and PHS staff members and students with a $2,500 check that will be designated to the PHS Solar Cup team for the upcoming Solar Cup competition that will be held May 15-17, 2015 in Lake Skinner
in Riverside County. In attendance to also receive the check was Paramount High School Solar Cup advisors Alicia Megofna, principals Morrie Kosareff and Greg Buckner, and participant students Jishaly Castillo, Angelica Ceballos, Evelyn Figueroa, Aquiles Hildago, Geovanny Mora,
Jose Olmos, Justin Pena, Victor Rendon, Jessie Reynoso, Abelardo Rivera, Samantha Rodriguez, Jorge Sanchez, Salvador Sanchez, Joann Seals, and Briana Villaverde. Paramount High School is in its fifth year of participation thanks to the generous sponsorship of the Central Basin Municipal Water District.
is an active participant on the Track and Field team and exhibits great talent and stamina
as both a sprinter and long distance runner. With the support of his family, Matthew has participated in the Long Beach Special Olympics since 2013. Matthew traveled to Shanghai, China this past November to compete in the Special Olympics, earning gold status in 3 events. Matthew has also been selected as an alternate for the 2015 Special Olympics World Games, which will be held in Los Angeles.
Paramount High School Honor Roll Recognition
On Saturday, February 7th, there were close to 300 students who attended the Early Academic Outreach Program (EAOP) hosted by the University of California, Irvine. The program is designed to support qualifying students to become academically prepared and competitively eligible for a four year university. Additionally, a “Cash for College” workshop was hosted by California Student Opportunity and Access Program (CalSOAP) representatives as they walked each student through the Free Application for Federal and Student Aid (FAFSA) or Dream Act applications. As students prepare for their college and career goals, it is critical for the community to highlight the hard academic work of students who have accomplished their goals academically. On February 26th Paramount High School (PHS) recognized 282 students at the Principal’s Honor Roll Luncheon. All students who earned a grade point average of 3.75 and above last semester earned High Honor Roll certificates and were served lunch and refreshments
in the main gym. The area was decorated and transformed by the Associated Student Body class who helped prepare for the event. PHS principal, Dr. Buckner, congratulated all students at the event and gave special recognition to the top 10 students at each grade level. The top students in the senior class include Jorge Cardenas, Edgar Lopez, Mouthcheata Se, Alex Chavez, Kevin Ramos, Judith Santano, Oliver Mendez, Fabian Perez, Angie Gomez and Gisel Lopez. On March 6th, 311 students received Honor Roll certificates and were invited to an ice cream social hosted in Pirate Plaza. Students enjoyed a delicious custommade treat while congratulating fellow classmates for earning a grade point average ranging from 3.5 to 3.74. The Paramount High School community is incredibly proud of all 593 students who achieved Honor Roll recognition. Thank you for continuing to praise community members for setting and achieving high academic goals that challenge each to follow their college and career dreams.
SCHOOL BOARD MEETING DATE April 22, 2015 Board of Education meetings are held at 6:00 p.m. in the Boardroom at the District Office, 15110 California Avenue, Paramount, and are open to the public