Friday, September 30, 2011

MOCK SAT - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8TH

Take a stress-free NEW SAT and get your scores back the same day!

EUREKA will present a mock SAT for La Reina Sophomores and Juniors on Saturday, October 8th from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. in the LRHS Cafeteria.
Presentation/Scores will be given to Parents from 1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Parents must be present to receive scores

The cost is $25.00  (Donation goes to LRHS Scholarship Fund).  Please make checks payable to La Reina High School.

Click here to reserve your spot!

Thursday, September 29, 2011

CONGRATULATIONS SENIORS!

Two seniors deserve special congratulations:

...Elly Shao, who was named a National Merit Semi-Finalist for her achievement on the PSAT last fall.
...Lauren Hearne, who was named an Advanced Placement Scholar for her achievement on Advancement Placement exams in 2010 and 11.   Hearne joins sixty-two other Regents who earned an Advanced Placement Scholar Award for 2011.

The LRHS community wishes them continued success in their endeavors.

CONGRATULATIONS LRHS GOLF TEAM!

Congratulations to the Regents on their win over the Oaks Christian at Rustic Canyon Golf Club on Tuesday, September 27th.  Final score was La Reina 214, Oaks Christian 228.  In addition to winning the match and taking sole possession of first place in the Tri-Valley League, La Reina is the first team to have six qualifying scores of 225, or better, which qualifies the team for post season play at the CIF Regionals.  Way to go Regents!

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

SPECIAL CONGRATULATIONS TO OLIVIA POLK '12

The La Reina community congratulates senior Olivia Polk who has been named a 2012 National Achievement Scholarship semi-finalist.  Olivia joins more than 1,600 African-American high school seniors who have been designated as semi-finalists in the 48th annual National Achievement Scholarship Program through the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.  These scholastically talented young men and women now have an opportunity to continue in the competition for approximately 800 Achievement Scholarship awards.

Tuesday, September 27, 2011

SPECIAL SCREENING OF "RACE TO NOWHERE"

Parents – Please join us for a special screening of the film by Vicki Abeles, Race to Nowhere, to be shown October 12th from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.  in La Reina's gym.  This remarkable film shines a light on the high-stakes, high-pressure culture that has invaded our schools and our children’s lives. 

Race to Nowhere is described as "a call to mobilize families, educators, and policy makers to challenge current assumptions on how to best prepare the youth of America to become healthy, bright, contributing and leading citizens. Hundreds of theaters, schools and organizations nationwide are hosting community screenings during a six month campaign to screen the film nationwide. Tens of thousands of people are coming together, using the film as the centerpiece for raising awareness, radically changing the national dialogue on education and galvanizing change."

Although there is no charge to attend, reservations are necessary and may be made here: http://rtnlrhs.eventbrite.com/

As this film is for mature audiences only, children are discouraged from attending.

Monday, September 26, 2011

THIRD ANNUAL MOTHER DAUGHTER PICNIC!

Mark your calendars for the 2011 Mother Daughter picnic.  All students and alumnae are invited to attend the Mother Daughter Picnic on October 22nd sponsored by the Sophomore Class of 2014.  The picnic will last from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Click here for more information and to sign up for this magical day of games, food and fun!  Please make all checks out to LRHS and return to Mrs. Chisholm by October 19, 2011. 

Friday, September 23, 2011

REGENTS RAISE SAT AVERAGE BY 32 POINTS

Recent reports from The College Board indicate that La Reina's Class of 2011 scored an average of 1,837 points on the Scholastic Aptitude Test.  This represents a 32 point increase over the 2010 results.  In comparing girls' scores, on average, the Regents scored 346 points more than girls across the country, 343 points more than girls in California, and 337 points more than all test-takers across the country.   Follow this link for a comparative chart.

SPECIAL CONGRATULATIONS!

The La Reina High School community congratulates Valentina Oliver '12 who was recently recognized as an Advanced Placement Scholar with Honor by the College Board.   Valentina was one of sixty-two students from La Reina who earned an Advanced Placement Scholar Award for 2011.

Monday, September 19, 2011

LAUREN HEARNE '12 FINDS A CAUSE FOR LIFE

Be sure to read this feature article about Lauren Hearne and her commitment to raise awareness about childhood cancer.  Mrs. Betsy Potts' feature article about Lauren is published in the current edition of The Tidings.

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

VCHS COLLEGE FAIR - SEPTEMBER 17

Saturday, September 17th is the Valley Catholic High School's College Fair, hosted by La Reina, Louisville, Crespi, Notre Dame, Alemany and Chaminade.  The fair will take place in the Northridge Center of the University Student Union at CSUN from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.  Five workshop sessions will be offered throughout the afternoon, on the UC System, the CSU System, Financial Aid, Testing and on the NCAA (for potential college athletes).

All students and/or parents are welcome to attend the fair  This is the only college fair in which over 80% of the colleges will be represented by an actual admission counselor/officer.  Parking is complimentary, but you must stop at Information Booth #1 first.  Click here for parking information.  For a complete list of colleges participating in the fair, click here.

Friday, September 9, 2011

STUDENTS HONOR THE VICTIMS OF 9/11

Students, parents, faculty and staff honored the victims of 9/11 by planting 3000 flags on the front lawn of the school this afternoon.  To commemorate the 10th anniversary of 9/11, Campus Ministry will lead a "Never Forget" prayer service on Monday, September 12th  at 7:45 a.m. at the flagpole on the front lawn.  Everyone is invited to join us in prayer that morning.

Thursday, September 8, 2011

MOCK TRIAL STATE CHAMPIONSHIP DVD AVAILABLE

Any La Reina student can check out the DVD of the 2011 California State Championship Mock Trial competition, featuring the first place Regents!  The DVD, entitled People v. Woodson, is available in the school library.   This film is a great introduction for junior high students who may be interested in joining the Mock Trial Team when they reach high school.  Parents or alumnae who wish to borrow this DVD should contact Sr. Lisa Megaffin at lmegaffin@lareina.com.

Wednesday, September 7, 2011

SEPT. 8TH - BACK-TO-SCHOOL NIGHT

We are looking forward to seeing all of our parents at "Back-To-School" night this Thursday, September 8th from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m.  Please click here for the schedule.  Please join us in the cafeteria after visiting your daughter's classes for refreshments.

BRENNA SCANLON BECOMES PRINCIPAL AT OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE

The LRHS community offers congratulations and best wishes to Brenna Scanlon '02, the new principal at Our Lady of Guadalupe School in Oxnard.  Follow this link to read more.

Friday, September 2, 2011

EXCITING NEW REGENT WEAR!

Be sure to check out the exciting new items in our student store!  We have several brand new t-shirts, both long and short sleeved as well as an adorable tank top, black hoodie, baseball caps and visors.  We are now offering a great new polo for our dads, which comes in three colors:  white, green and black.  Under "Specialty Items" be sure to look at the handy new stainless steel coffee tumbler.  Also featured under "Specialty Items", a gorgeous La Reina Fleece blanket and beautiful velour plush golf towel.

Items may be purchased online or in the Parent Relations Office next to the cafeteria.