Derek Pendley Brandon Fromm Shaun Hurtado Justin Woodbridge Principal Assistant Principal Assistant Principal Assistant Principal
Welcome JAGS!
I hope everyone has had a restful summer. We have been working through the summer to get ready for the 2020-21 school year. This year will mark our 10th year as a high school serving Salida and Modesto. Academically, our test scores have demonstrated that our rigorous curriculum, Small Learning Communities, and Block Schedule have proven successful. Furthermore, we have the highest graduation rate in Modesto City Schools and we plan to continue this trend. Finally, I want to personally welcome our freshman, our Class of 2024.
CLAW (Classes, Lockers, and Welcome) is an orientation for every incoming Freshman and new student. Students will receive their school photo ID cards and their class schedule, in addition to their locker. CLAW will take place on July 28th through the 30th. This packet includes specific dates and times for the event based on a student’s last name. So that we can keep appropriate social distancing, it is imperative that students arrive at their appropriate time. I look forward to seeing you at CLAW! Due to restriction from COVID-19 returning students will not attend CLAW this year, there is a online information packet for you to complete and bring on the first day of school. Our school year begins officially on Monday, August 10th.
Our focus at Gregori High School is rigorous academics and clear communication with our parents and community. I encourage you to utilize the Modesto City Schools’ Parent Portal to track your student’s academic progress and attendance. Please do not hesitate to contact teachers, counselors, or administrators via their district email account. This information, and much more, can be found at our Joseph A. Gregori website (https://gregori.mcs4kids.com/).
Also, I want all JAGS to consider contributing to the Renaissance Honor Roll Program by purchasing your place in history at Gregori High School! The purchase of a personalized brick that is placed on the Honor Wall at Jaguar Run goes directly into the fund that supports our quarterly Honor Roll events. Please see the included order form.
Enjoy your summer vacation and we will see you soon. Please come prepared to learn, thrive, and make history!
Sincerely,
A Modesto City School
Joseph A. Gregori High School 3701 Pirrone Road, Modesto, CA 95356 (209) 550-3420 FAX (209) 550-3433
Derek Pendley Brandon Fromm Shaun Hurtado Justin Woodbridge Director Director Asistente Director Asistente Director Asistente
Bienvenidos JAGS! Espero que todos hayan tenido un verano tranquilo. Hemos estado trabajando durante el verano para prepararnos para el año escolar 2020-21. Este año marcara nuestro decimo año como una escuela preparatoria que sirve a Salida y Modesto. Academicamente, nuestros resultados en los examenes han demostrado que nuestro riguroso plan de estudios, Pequeñas Comunidades de Aprendizaje y Horario de Bloque han probado ser exitosos. Además, tenemos la tasa de graduacion mas alta en el Distrito Escolar de Modesto City Schools y planeamos continuar con esta tendencia. Finalmente, quiero dar la bienvenida personalmente a nuestros estudiantes de primer año, nuestra Clase de 2024. CLAW (Clases, Casilleros y Bienvenida) es una orientacion para cada estudiante de primer año y nuevo estudiante. Los estudiantes recibiran sus tarjetas de identificacion con foto de la escuela y su horario de clases, ademas de su casillero. CLAW ocurrira del 28 al 30 de Julio. Este paquete incluye fechas y horas específicas para el evento basado en el apellido del estudiante. Para que podamos mantener un distanciamiento social apropiado, es imperativo que los estudiantes lleguen a su hora apropiada. ¡Espero verte en CLAW! Debido a la restriccion de COVID-19, los estudiantes que regresan no asistiran a CLAW este año, hay un paquete de informacion en linea para que complete y traiga el primer día de clases. Nuestro año escolar comienza oficialmente el Lunes, 10 de Agosto. Nuestro enfoque en la Escuela Preparatoria Gregori es planes de estudio academicos rigurosos y una comunicacion clara con nuestros padres y la comunidad. Le animo a utilizar el Portal de Padres del Distrito Escolar Modesto City Schools para rastrear el progreso académico y la asistencia de su hijo. Porfavor no dude en comunicarse con los maestros, consejeros o administradores a traves de su cuenta de correo electronico del distrito. Esta informacion, y mucho mas, se puede encontrar en nuestro sitio web de Joseph A. Gregori (https://gregori.mcs4kids.com/). Ademas, quiero que todos los JAGS consideren contribuir al Programa Renaissance Honor Roll comprando su lugar en la historia en la Escuela Preparatoria Gregori! La compra de un ladrillo personalizado que se coloca en el Muro de Honor en Jaguar Run va directamente al fondo que apoya nuestros eventos cuatrimestrales del Honor Roll. Porfavor, vea el formulario de pedido incluido. Disfrute de sus vacaciones de verano y nos vemos pronto. Venga preparado para aprender, prosperar y hacer historia! Sinceramente, Derek Pendley Derek Pendley Director
A Modesto City School
Joseph A. Gregori High School 3701 Pirrone Road, Modesto, CA 95356 (209) 550-3420 FAX (209) 550-3433
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL IS MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2020
STUDENTS WILL BEGIN CLAW AT THEIR DESIGNATED TIME ONLY. Times are designated by student last name. See schedule below:
In order to take part in CLAW, you must bring your signed Emergency Information Sheet AND Completed Lunch Application.
Students more than 30 minutes late to their assigned time will not be able to participate in CLAW that day. If you miss the assigned time, you may come to the Make Up Day on Thursday, July 30th.
Parent or family member may not go through stations for student. Student must be present for CLAW.
Tuesday, July 28, 2020 CLAW Schedule
Wednesday, July 29, 2020 CLAW Schedule
A 8:00 a.m. M-Mb 8:00 a.m. B 8:30 a.m. Mc-Mz 8:30 a.m.
C-Ce 9:00 a.m. N 9:00 a.m. Ch-Cz 9:30 a.m. O 9:30 a.m.
D 10:00 a.m. P, Q 10:00 a.m. E 10:30 a.m. R-Rodg 10:30 a.m. F 11:00 a.m. Rodr-Rz 11:00 a.m.
G-Gi 11:30 a.m. S-Sb 11:30 a.m. G0-Gz 1:00 p.m. Sc-Sz 1:00 p.m.
H 1:30 p.m. T 1:30 p.m. I, J, K 2:00 p.m. U, V 2:00 p.m.
L 2:30 p.m. W, X, Y, Z 2:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 30, 2020 - Make Up Day No scheduled times – 1st come/1st served
STATION #1: Welcome to the Jungle! – Gym Ticket Windows Pick up your “CLAW” registration card and turn in Emergency Information sheet with all information and signed by a Parent or Guardian. This is mandatory to complete your CLAW process (even if there are no changes). STATION #2: Jaguar Outfitters – Located in the Rainforest Café/MPR Yearbook sales, PE clothes, PE Cinch Bag and JAG Student Activities Card. PAY BY CASH, CHECK OR CREDIT CARD. Checks must be made payable to Gregori High School. (One check may be used for everything purchased in the SBO except for device coverage). Device coverage must be paid with cash or credit card only. **Does not include Spirit Wear. Spirit Wear purchases must be paid with cash or check only at their booth inside the MPR/Rain Forest Café. Yearbook: $65.00 Senior Class of 2021 T-Shirt $13.00 PE Clothing (Shirt/Shorts) $25.00 Senior Sweatshirt $26.00 JAG $60.00 Senior Sunrise T-Shirt $10.00 PE Cinch Bag $10.00 Class T-Shirt $13.00
Station #2 cont. **DEVICE COVERAGE MAY BE PURCHASED AT THIS STATION FOR $20.00 BY CASH OR CREDIT CARD ONLY ** NO CHECKS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR DEVICE COVERAGE. **
Regular student ID cards are free for all students and are used for ID purposes only. JAG CARDS are available for an extra fee and come with extra benefits. Purchase JAG CARDS at Jaguar Outfitters.
STATION #3: National Geographic Photo World – Located in L101
*MCS Dress code will be enforced. Students in violation of the dress code will need to change prior to pictures being taken. Loaner Jag Wear will be available. Refer to MCS dress code at
https://www.mcs4kids.com/documents/InformationHandbookEnglish.pdf (page 26) for information on prohibited clothing.
STATION #4: Canteen/Nurse Station – Located in L103: Drop off free and reduced lunch applications. If you wish to decline these benefits or feel you do not want to apply because of your income being over the allowable limit, please write, “Decline Benefits” across the application in Step 3 (titled “household members”). Please list ALL your Modesto City Schools students in Step 1 and sign the application before returning to us. This will help us reach the District’s goal of a completed application for every student. Applications must be completed for students who request a fee waiver for the PSAT and for the Advanced Placement exams. If you have already applied online, a paper copy is not necessary. Nurse: Review of immunization records. STATION #5: Technology – Located in L106 Tech Room / L Hallway Students will pick up their device and accessories and take the MANDATORY Internet Safety Test. STATION #6: FRESHMAN ONLY – English Testing – L Building – Rooms L205 / L206 / L207 STATION #7: Student Class List / Lockers – Located at B Building – Bookroom Windows LAST STATION! Pick up your balloted courses, locker information and lunch PIN. Do not share your locker combination or PIN #. These numbers are confidential and should be kept in a safe place.
All students must attend CLAW to complete the registration process. Class seats may not be held for students who do not attend.
JAG ACTIVITIES ID CARD - $60.00
Includes the following benefits: FREE admission to all HOME athletic contests. (EXCEPT Special events such as playoff games and tournaments)
Student admission rates at AWAY athletic contests. Discounted rates to JAG card holders at various student events.
FREE T-Shirt
STUDENT ID CARDS: All students MUST have a picture taken for a Student ID card/yearbook even if you are not purchasing pictures. JAG cards may be purchased at Jaguar Outfitters. All ID cards will be handed out on the first day of school. Lost, damaged, or stolen ID cards will be replaced at a cost of $3.00 for each occurrence in the SBO.
PURCHASING PICTURES: If you would like to purchase a picture package, fill out the enclosed envelope/order form and enclose your check or cash. Payment is required at the time the photos are taken. Make checks payable to “Shoob Photography.” Pictures will be distributed from the SBO after school begins.
Hello Jag Parents and Guardians!
As we prepare for the upcoming school year I would like to share some information about Joseph A. Gregori High School’s dress code. We strictly follow the Board approved Modesto City School’s dress code that can be found in the Conduct Code. It is important that you are aware of the expectations in regards to dress code for your child on a daily basis. We will be enforcing the dress code starting with CLAW and continue to enforce the dress code throughout the school year. In addition, students are required to carry their identification card while they are on campus.
Below are some items that are not allowed on campus:
Shorts, skirts, pants, and tops that fail to conceal undergarments, back, abdomen, and cleavage. Red/blue canvas belts/punched out belt buckles. Red/blue shoelaces. Bandanas of any color. Hats including beanies. Articles of clothing hanging over the shoulder or hanging out of the pocket including towels. Solid red or blue items. Long white socks worn with long shorts that fall below the knee. Attire with “Nor-Cal, No-Cal, No-Cali, Nor Cali” or any reference to Cali. Items with red stars. `South Pole’ attire Professional or collegiate sports jerseys that is not appropriate team colors. Clothing that references weapons, drugs or alcohol of any kind. Sagging pants. Nike Cortez shoes in red or blue. Multiple items of red or blue.
The complete dress code can be found in the Modesto City School’s Conduct Code as well as the Joseph A. Gregori site specific dress code. The dress code is revisited twice a year during the School Safety meetings. If you have any questions, please contact your student’s SLC Administration office.
Thank you,
Gregori Administration
A Modesto City School
Joseph A. Gregori High School 3701 Pirrone Road, Modesto, CA 95356 (209) 574-1738 FAX (209) 574-1739
Derek Pendley Brandon Fromm Justin Woodbridge Shaun Hurtado James Davis Jennifer Ruiz Principal Associate Principal Assistant Principal Assistant Principal Athletic Director Activities Director Bldg. C Bldg. N
Gregori Students and Families,
Gregori High School has a Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) program on campus that
teaches and reinforces positive behaviors both inside and outside of the classroom. Mr. Gregori was a
man of great character and was highly regarded for his achievement, loyalty, and integrity. At Gregori,
we have high expectations for all students and work to teach students the same traits that Mr. Gregori
exhibited on a daily basis and reinforce them through our PBIS program. As students demonstrate these
essential traits on campus, they are recognized and rewarded by staff with one, two, or three electronic
PBIS points for their positive behavior.
Through a PBIS application, students are able to bank points and monitor their accounts on a phone or
computer. From this application, students can also view the inventory of our PBIS store that is open
every Friday during lunch. Students can use points they earned to purchase gift cards such as In-N-Out,
McDonalds, Starbucks, and Yogurt Mill. The PBIS store also has JAG swag that students can purchase
with their points that includes beanies, gloves, t-shirts, pop-sockets, sun glasses, and decals. A popular
option for students is to submit their points to enter into a weekly drawing for a larger item such as a
HydroFlask or AirPods. The PBIS program is well received by staff and students and we look forward to
continued success.
If your student is not currently connected, it is highly encouraged to follow the instructions below to
sign up.
PBIS Application
1. Search for “PBIS Rewards” in the Application Store and download the “Student” version for free
2. Search for “Gregori High School” in the application
3. Scan the barcode of your student ID to log-in to your PBIS account
4. You can now check your account status and view store inventory and raffle items
Student Laptop Login
1. Visit https://student.pbisrewards.com/login.php
2. Enter “Gregori High School” in the “enter your school’s name” search
3. Follow the instructions
Thank you for supporting the PBIS Program at Gregori High School. We look forward to recognizing your
student as they display achievement, loyalty, and integrity inside and outside of the classroom.
Sincerely,
CLAW-Spirit Wear SALES
At the SPIRIT WEAR BOOTH, you can purchase: (Inside the MPR near the big windows at the back of the Rain Forest Café)
Purchase (Pre-Order if inventory runs out) Senior Class of 2021 T-Shirt $13.00 Purchase (Pre-Order if inventory runs out) Senior Sweatshirt $26.00 Purchase (Limited Quantity) Senior Sunrise T-Shirt $10.00
Purchase (Pre-Order if inventory runs out) Class T-Shirts $13.00
(Frosh Class of 2024, Soph Class of 2023 & Junior Class of 2022)
Above Prices good at CLAW ONLY! (After CLAW prices will go to - Class Shirts $15 / Sweatshirt $30)
If we run out in the Spirit Wear booth, you can still order Class Apparel in the SBO - Orders for Class Apparel will ONLY be taken until 9-4-2020!
Other Gregori Spirit Items Also Available… T-Shirts, Baseball Caps, Sweatshirts, Windbreakers,
Beanies, Cinch Bags…and more. Prices vary, sizes & quantities may be limited, Cash or Check Only.
If you plan to buy items at the spirit wear booth and the SBO both located in the MPR, two (2) checks are needed, one for each location.
(Separate checks are needed for each station-SBO & Spirit Wear Booth)
PSAT Fee: $20 Junior students who qualify for free/reduced lunch may request a fee waiver from the GHS college counselor, Mrs. Kuykendall.
Alison Kuykendall kuykendall.a@monet.k12.ca.us
Questions? Contact:
I T ' S A L M O S T T I M E T O P U R C H A S E Y O U R
PSAT P U R C H A S E I N T H E S B O O R O N T H E
W E B S T O R E A F T E R 8 / 1
* J U N I O R S H A V E P U R C H A S E P R I O R I T Y
PSAT DATE: 10/14/20GREGORI HIGH SCHOOL GYM: 7am
*Parents of 9th & 10th graders are needed to help proctor the exam.
Please email Alison Kuykendall if you are able to help.
The safety and security of all students is a top priority for Gregori High School. All students have the right to attend a safe school free from bullying and intimidation. If you are aware of a safety or bullying issue, the safety hotline may be used to inform administration. All messages are anonymous and reviewed immediately. The safety hotline is able to receive voicemails, text messages, pictures and videos. Thank you for your help in keeping Gregori a safe campus for all students.
Joseph A. Gregori High School
Buy a brick and leave your mark. The bricks will be placed on the walls of our bridge
walkway. All proceeds will benefit Gregori High School 4” x 8” Brick $50 8” x 8” Brick $100 12’ x 12’ Brick $150
Lower case letters are allowed, however all capitals are preferred.
ANY SYMBOL IS CONSIDERED ONE SPACE (PERIOD, COMMA, DASH)
ALL TEXT IS CENTERED UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED Please engrave as follows:
4 x 8 Brick
8 x 8 Brick
EXAMPLE
G O G R E G O R I J A G U A R S J O E S H M O E C L A S S O F 2 0 1 3 L O V E , M O M , D A D , S I S S Y
PLEASE RETURN THIS FORM AND YOUR CHECK PAYABLE TO:
Gregori High School
Name: ________________________________________ Phone: (_______) _________________________ Address: _______________________________________________________________________________ City: ____________________________________ State: _________________ Zip: __________________ Email Address: ___________________________________________ Amount Paid: ________________
If you have any questions, please call Gregori High School at (209) 550-3420.
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