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Back to School Information 2024-25

We are excited to celebrate the start of the 24/25 School Year. Please carefully review the information below to ensure your students are ready for the beginning of the school year. We hope to see everyone for Back to School Night on September 5th, 2024, at 5:30 pm.

 

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Dear Students, Parents, and Guardians,

 

Welcome to the 2024/2025 school year! The enclosed information is to assist you as we prepare for the first day of school on Thursday, August 15 th, 2024.  In addition, all welcome-back information and more details can be found at https://prhs.pasoschools.org/backtoschool. Please take a moment to complete the following checklist to ensure you are ready to go for the 2024/2025 school year:

 

  • Review the 2024/2025 Important School Updates, Counseling Department Update, and this 2024/2025 PRHS Beginning of the Year Checklist!

 

    • Create/Login into your Parent Aeries Portal Account and update emergency contact information
  • You can start updating Aeries information on Monday, August 5th, 2024.
    • Please update your information in Aeries. If you need help there are helpful guides posted at https://prhs.pasoschools.org/backtoschool. 
    • You will need to update this information on the emergency contact page in order for your student to pick up their schedule, textbooks, and chromebooks.
    • We will have Parent Aeries Portal Support on the following dates:
      • August 6th - Paso Robles High School - 6:00pm-7:30pm
      • August 7th - Paso Robles High School - 6:00pm-7:30pm
      • During Schedule/Textbook Pick Up on August  7th, 8th, and 9th from 8:00am-11:00am and 12:00pm-3:00pm

 

  • Pick Up your Chromebooks, Textbooks, Schedules, School Photos, and more!
    • Time and Dates
      • 12th Grade Students - August 9th from 8:00 am - 11:00 am
      • 11th Grade Students - August 8th from 8:00 am - 11:00 am
      • 10th Grade Students - August 7th from 8:00-11:00am and 12:00-3:00pm
      • 9th Grade Students - August 8th/9th from 8:00am - 2:00pm during Freshman Orientation
    • Come Prepared, Avoid Delays!
      • Make sure your Parent Aeries Portal has been updated (See info above)
      • Make sure all your Library materials are returned and fines paid!
        • The PRHS Library is open from 8:00 am-4:00 pm starting August 5th. 

 NOTE: The library will be closed during schedule pick up times. Textbooks can be returned anytime in the outdoor book drop located to the left of the library doors.

  • Get involved early and don’t miss a single opportunity! ASB Stickers will be available to purchase for $35 and gets you free entry to home sporting events, discounts on dances, Prom, school events and more.
  • Driving this year? Get your parking permit! Visit https://prhs.pasoschools.org/backtoschool for parking permit applications.



  • School Photos
    • Students will take school portraits during schedule pick up (See schedule above).  Picture Make Ups and Retakes September 19th. School Photo order forms can be found online at www.mylifetouch.com (Picture Day ID: EVTJ849NK) or in the PRHS Main Office.

 

  • New Student, Parent, or Guardian
    • Are you a 9th Grade Student this Year? Attend our 9th Grade Student Orientation on August 8th or 9th. Our LINK Crew program provides the structure and connection for freshmen to receive support and guidance from our upperclassmen to ease the transition to a larger school.
      • 9th Grade Student Orientation will be in two groups this year based on Tutorial Teachers. Parents and Students will receive an email by August 6th letting them know which day they have been assigned for 9th Grade Student Orientation.
      • If you have any questions about freshman orientation please contact Mrs. Bedrosian, [email protected] 
    • Are you a new Bearcat? For our new 10th graders, 11th graders, and 12th graders attend our New Student Orientation on August 9th from 12:30pm-1:30pm. Please meet at the flagpole in front of the main office.  We will help you pick up your schedules, books and give you a tour of campus. 
    • Are you a new parent/guardian? New Parent Information sessions will be held August 8th-9th  from 8:00 am - 9:00 am, and 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Presentations will be held in the Performing Arts Center, Spanish translation will be available.

 

Thank you for taking the time to review this information. The entire Paso Robles High School’s family is looking forward to a new and successful 2024/2025 school year.

 

Sincerely, 

The Bearcats

 

2024/2025 School Year Important Updates and Information

2024/2025 Bell Schedule Update - School starts each day at 8:30am.  Monday will be an early release day ending at 2:42 pm. Tuesday-Friday students will be released at 3:30 pm. Detailed bell schedules including zero period, seventh period, minimum day schedules, assembly schedules, and finals week schedules can be found at https://prhs.pasoschools.org/ under About Us.

2024/2025 Back to School Night -  Please join us for the 2024/2025 Back to School Night on September 5th, 2024.  Come see the campus, meet your student’s teachers, and explore some of the amazing parent/guardian opportunities to get involved here at PRHS.  For more information visit https://prhs.pasoschools.org/backtoschool.

Student Parking Lot - Students who drive to school and park on campus must obtain a parking permit through our safety office (https://prhs.pasoschools.org/backtoschool). Students may obtain their parking permit at orientation. Please bring a copy of your license, registration, and insurance along with the parking permit application. Due to the pool construction parking is increasingly limited. Permits will be given on a first come first serve basis. Students without proper permits will be towed. Student drivers must only park in the parking lot west of Bearcat Lane. In addition, the parking lot is off limits during the instructional day and during lunch and nutrition. Students who do not abide by the parking contract and the parking lot policy may be subject to progressive school discipline. 
 

PRHS Policy Handbook - This handbook provides a comprehensive outline of the policies and procedures for Paso Robles High School.  All students, parents, guardians, staff, and faculty should be familiar with the PRHS Handbook. Please visit https://prhs.pasoschools.org/ under Student Services for an updated copy.  A copy can also be obtained in the PRHS Main Office or PRHS Counseling Office. 

 

Student Pictures - School Photos will occur during Schedule and Textbook Pick Up on August 7th, 8th, and 9th. If you didn't take your pictures during orientation you can take them on September 19th.

 

Updated PRHS Phone Directory - Get the assistance you need quicker by using the updated PRHS Phone Directory.

Paso Robles High School

Main Phone Line (805) 769-1500

Attendance Office (805) 769-1510

Español (805) 769-1520

Counseling Office (805) 769-1530

Transcripts (805) 769-1540

Safety Office (805) 769-1550

Administration (805) 769-1560

Athletic Office (805) 769-1570

Library (805) 769-1580

Summer School (805) 769-1590

 

Stay in Touch with the Bearcats - We are looking forward to a positive 2024/2025 school year and to growing and building relationships with our parents and community.  In an effort to streamline communication with students, parents, faculty, staff, and the community, please see the following helpful tips for staying in touch with PRHS for the 2024/2025 School Year!  First off, please keep an eye out for the following important documents.

 

Official Communications - All official PRHS Communication will be sent through ParentSquare. This includes autodialer phone calls, emails, and posts to our website.  Please make sure that you subscribe to receive one of these communications regularly.

  • ParentSquare - Please make sure that your current phone number and email address is up to date in Aeries through the Aeries Parent Portal (www.pasoschools.org/aeries). This number will be used for ParentSquare updates delivered right to your phone and email.
  • Bearcat News Feed - Website - Visit us at www.prhs.pasoschools.org and check out our Bearcat News Feed for the latest announcements and information.
  • Bearcat Public Event Calendar - Don’t miss out on your favorite Bearcat Events. Visit us at www.prhs.pasoschools.org and click on the Calendar Link.

 

Student Accountability Report - Participation Eligibility - We recognize and encourage students to be involved in co-curricular and extracurricular activities at PRHS, as this creates a positive connection to peers and our Bearcat community. However, students need to maintain and meet the eligibility requirements to participate as their primary focus is to earn passing grades that will promote them towards graduation. To be eligible for participation students must maintain:

  • 90% Attendance Record (period absences)
  • 2.0 GPA (total non weighed each grading period) - Probation available for GPA 1.50-2.00
  • No more than 1 failing grade
  • No fines or fees (ASB, Athletics, Library) - Can be cleared once paid or payment plan completed.
  • No ongoing discipline issues including site contracts, district contracts
  • No Unserved Detention - Can be cleared once served
  • Be on track for graduation (Seniors after 3rd Quarter Grades)

 

For more detailed information regarding co-curricular and extracurricular eligibility please visit https://prhs.pasoschools.org/bearcateligibility. 



Updates from your PRHS Counseling Department

 

Welcome back Bearcats! The PRHS Counseling team is excited to continue to support you in achieving your goals.  We are here to help with social emotional needs, academic needs, and college and career exploration and planning.  While this year presents new challenges, we are all here to support you.  Please reach out to your counselor for more information.

 

 

Appointments:

At this time we are not able to accommodate drop in appointments. Please make sure to schedule an appointment with the counseling secretary, if you would like to meet with your counselor. 805-769-1530

 

Schedule Changes:

Schedule changes will not be made for elective changes or teacher choices.  If you are placed in a class that is going to put you off track for graduation or in the wrong level (example: you should be in English 2 and you are placed into English 1), please email your counselor.

 

Website:

Check the College and Career website for updated information on College Admissions as well as Cuesta enrollment procedures.  https://prhs.pasoschools.org/collegeandcareer



Attendance Update

Be Here, On Time, All Day, Every Day

 

Attendance is a vital and important part of our everyday mission. Most importantly, the best way for your student to access the high quality programs and expertise of our faculty and staff is to be at school each day. However, the importance of accurate and timely attendance also ensures that our school is safe, students are accounted for, and ultimately attendance is how our school is funded.  Please take a moment to review the following important attendance policies.  This will help ensure the accuracy of our records and reduce frustration this school year. Remember Bearcats Be Here, On Time, All Day, Every Day!



Attendance Office Contact Information

(805) 769-1510 ~ [email protected]

 

Clearing Absences

Please clear any absences the DAY of the absence. Absences can only be cleared up to 48 hours following the absence after which they will be changed to a truancy and can only be cleared by attending Saturday School.  Excused Absences can only include illness, medical appointments, death of an immediate family member, jury duty or court appearance, or a religious ceremony or retreat.  Illness that lasts more than 3 days requires a doctor's note.  All doctors' notes require a signature and stamp. All other absences are considered unexcused. Absences can be cleared by either of the following:

 

  • (PREFERRED) Email the attendance office at [email protected]. Please leave a message with your student’s name, your name, and the reason for the absence. We verify email addresses with the address listed in Aeries and will call with any questions.
  • Call the attendance office at (805) 769-1510.  Please leave a message with your student’s name, your name, and the reason for the absence. We try to answer the phone each time. If we miss your call please leave a message. Attendance voicemails are delivered to our computer and are processed throughout the day.
  • When you receive the message informing you of your student absence, stay on the line and you can leave a message for our Attendance Office.
 

Off-Campus Passes

Campus Permits must be requested in a timely manner in order for the Attendance Office to have the time to verify the validity of the requests.  

 

Please request an Off-Campus Request by:

  1. Emailing the attendance office at [email protected] no less than 1 hour prior to the leave time. 
  2. Sending your student to campus with a signed note and having them check into the attendance office before nutrition.
  3. Calling the attendance office no less than 1 hour prior to the leave time. 805-769-1510.
  4. Off-Campus Requests should include the following information: student’s name, date leaving, time leaving, time returning, reason for absence and signature of parent/guardian with a phone number where they can be reached on the day of the off-campus request.

 

Please note:

  • Students who leave campus without obtaining an off-campus permit will be considered TRUANT, which may result in disciplinary action.
  • In the event that a student leaves campus without first checking out through the Attendance Office, parents/guardians CANNOT excuse the absence after-the-fact.
  • Off Campus Permits for medical/dental reasons must be returned to the Attendance Office with doctor’s/dentist’s verification to receive proper attendance coding.
  • Parents are not allowed to go directly to the classroom to get a student.  Security personnel will escort the student to the Attendance Office.