4th Quarter Begins the End
It is the start of the big finish for Emery. The Senior class is getting ready to do their culminating event of the school year, their Senior Civics project. The students select their topic and then from there do some deep research in preparation for an event that synthesizes all of the work that they have been doing for their time at school. Specifically, the English and Government teachers will both give grades, and of course, both provide credits for students who are getting ready for their oral and written reports. Best of luck, and seniorities is not an option.
Twice as much Opportunity
Twice a week, the school day extends by an hour or more to help our students help themselves. Tuesday and Thursday, teachers in most subjects stay after to assist students on assignments, allow them to retake tests or to do basic maintenance and support, allowing them to catch up, clarify cloudy concepts or even to get ahead. We are excited to launch the second semester support this Tuesday and Thursday and for the Tuesdays and Thursdays to follow.
Reach for the Stars, Spartans
Seniors who are African American boys have the opportunity to earn up to $5,000 in scholarship money this spring. Emery High is being encouraged to have our best and brightest apply. Students who graduate with a sufficient credits and complete an essay which talks about their journey. If awarded, there is a ceremony and awards night, but we imagine that that is a small price to pay for getting a prize for graduation,
Spartan Spirit Wear on Sale
If you love being a part of Emery High now you can show the world. We just got in the best looking t-shirts, hats and swag featuring our school's unique look. Deck yourself out in support of Emery softball, soccer, basketball or cross country. With each shirt selling for $25, you can get the whole set for $100. We have hats and more gear and they come in all sizes S-M-L-XL-2XL and they are here in the front office for you to admire and then purchase. Show the world that you are an Emery Spartan
E is For Excellence
Varsity athletes are the Best. If you make it to the end of your season, maintaining grades and displaying best sportsmanship, you are in line to win a Varsity letter. This Fall, it is all about Football, Cheer, Volleyball and Cross Country. We are rooting for eligibility, work ethics and success for all the Spartans. You will recognize them by their letters.
Debaters at Harvard (really)
The Emery debate team, led by Brayden Livingston and Beatrice Blackwell are at Harvard College, representing the Bay Area Urban Debate league and the East Bay. Teammates Jade Jackson and Kalaijah Walker are onboard as well. The results will be posted here when they return, and then it is right back out on the road, with the B-team traveling to James Logan High School for the California State championship. What a year!
Be a part of something Honorable
Emery High School has been part of the California Scholarship Foundation since 1933. And during that time, it has asked students who are sophomores, juniors and seniors to demonstrate that they have earned good grades in their most academic courses. The due date is April 15, so grab an application form and get it filled out with your academic record and if you qualify, (and you can do so for all six semesters beginning sophomore year) you can earn special honors for graduation in addition to making a great boost to your resume.
Track Ready, set, go!
Here is a stylized shot of our boys digging for the finish line at a Spring meet. The boys and girls have been very busy to finish February, competing in tournaments across the Bay. Multiple top three finishes for Emery at San Francisco State and the Skyline Invitational. Aaliyah Dawson, Sahib Singh, Garrett Mack, Mehki Dellavalade, Simar Singh all won top honors while senior Cameron Nguyen won double victories in the 100 and 200, while freshman Zyianna Ruffin did the same, a pair of victories in the same event for the ladies. Coach Todd is getting new recruits daily as Emery is loading up for a special season, and it's just begun.
Graduation Requirements230 Credits
A--English 4 years (40 Credits) B- Math 3 years (30 credits) C-Science 2 years (20 credits) D-Social Studies 3 years (30 Credits) E-World Language 2 years (20 Credits) F-Visual Performing Arts 1 year (10 Credits) G-Electives (60 credits) Physical Education 2 years (20 Credits) Spring Sings (and shows)
One of our favorite calendar events of the year is here. It is the Art and Music Showcase, and it features all of the work that students have put in this year. Ms. Ruff and Ms. Crichlow's kids submit tons of great art, while Mr. Salvatore's band provides the soundtrack for a night to remember. We invite everyone from our Emery community to take a moment and reflect on the way that art infuses everything we do, and skilled and learning artists lay out a pathway for the future.
It's always the right time for Trigonometry
Emery has always made a big investment in math and if you want to know how big--just ask one of the students who can probably calculate it for you. We went visiting on the second day of this unit of study and Mr. Herrera put all hands on deck to show students that sine, cosine and the whole world of trig is not beyond the grasp of his hard working students. Our goal: to have every student math proficient by the time they walk the stage and even dreamier, that the students embrace and love the journey to get there.
Cooking Club makes Stuffed Pasta Shells so Good
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Artist of the Week: Chris Mendoza Juarez
The photographer of the week is Chris Mendoza, who beautifully illustrates the power of storytelling through digital photography. This image captures a black cat resting in a beam of sunlight, surrounded by deep shadows. The contrast between light and darkness draws the eye immediately to the cat’s expression, creating a sense of quiet focus and intimacy. It’s a simple moment, but the way it’s framed transforms it into a narrative, one that invites the viewer to imagine the cat’s world, its mood, and the scene's stillness. Even without words, the photo conveys emotion, atmosphere, and character. It’s a great reminder that storytelling doesn’t always require grand scenes or dramatic action. Sometimes, it’s the quiet details, the way light falls, the texture of a surface, or the gaze of an animal, that speak the loudest.
English learners get their own support this Month
The District English Learner Advisory Committee hosts its quarterly meeting on April 14. We have a full agenda, where you will have the opportunity to meet with your student's teacher, learn about the school's site plan and hear all about testing which is the vibe in the Spring semester
Girls gear up for playoff push--home cooking
The swinging Spartans are going to be home twice this week. What a great time to break out the bats. The ladies of Sparta first host Hercules High School, a school that is part of the Tri County Athletic League, the organization that will include Emery this time next year. Then on Wednesday, the girls host Redwood Christian First pitch at 4:30 p.m. you won't want to miss a moment.
Make the future start when we return
Emery girls volleyball had a great start to launch the program. We are asking you to show up for the future. On April 14, we had our first meeting with the girls who are returning to the team and inviting any girls who weren't missed out but want to be in the mix for next year. We will welcome our grade 8 students as well, hoping that we get some conditioning work in to be ready to meet the challenge of Fall. Side in! We are going to be meeting this week on Thursday the 23rd. And hope to have regular conditioning daily throughout the month of May.
Next Up, Book Club chooses Spring novel
Emery has a great book for its last selection of the year, it is a murder mystery wrapped around a prep school and we don't know who did it or why. We can't wait to start but you will have to come by Principal Kibby's office to get your copy. Figure that is one mystery you don't have to solve.
Feeding the families
Emery High School is hosting a food giveaway this Thursday. We would love to have nutritious items we can share, and then the help of your hands to help distribute. Thanks to Ms. Tonya who is the person who has coordinated this generous program, allowing students who are hungry, food, and those who are fed, the chance to complete community service to benefit others. See you after school.
Pixar and Emery--no Anxiety
Great visit from our friends and neighbors at Pixar. The team from our local studio brought their character designer to our art room, shared her journey from dreamer to dream maker and then delighted everyone when she went to the smart board and demonstrated to everyone how to draw the character of Anxiety, and by the end of class, we had Mi'arie Scott and her crew able to make great reproduction's of the pro's work.
Testing, Testing
This Spring is the season for assessments. The students enrolled in Advanced Placement classes have their end of year exams in their subjects starting in May. All of Emery juniors return to state testing the same season: The CAASPP has a pair of tests in English Language Arts and Mathematics. And a single test in Science. They are a blend of multiple choice and essay style tests. These are the tests that help to create a reputation for school success. We want to give our students the best opportunity to thrive. We are going to provide three hour times for each test and proctor it in a neutral room. The best of luck to all our exam takers this season.
Practice Time
Every Tuesday at Emery during the second block, we are going to look at some practice questions and prompts from the practice CAASPP test. The first week, we will read one of the stories together, culminating in a short comprehensive quiz. We will then tackle the math, the science and eventually one or more Performance Tasks to wrap up the month of March and boost our odds of doing our best for the test.
Sew Good to Learn
Every Thursday after school, Ms. Ruff opens her classroom to parents, teachers, students and staff to master the hand skills that still kill. Learn to do crochet or use a sewing machine. That or knitting will allow you to do some home fixes, maybe delight someone with a project you created on your own or find a new passion.
Cast your vote for Democracy in Action
Some of our seniors are of voting age, and will make the decisions with their ballots about the direction they want their elected officials to choose. For those younger, you can make a difference too. The County of Alameda is looking for high school age students willing to spend Election Day working the polling places and making sure that those who are casting their votes are doing so in a supportive space.
Get to Work (Experience)
Every Wednesday from now until the end of the school year, we are fortunate to have Ms. Meilani, who is here to help students make connections between school and work. She is taking the place of Ms. Michelle (out on family leave) to assist Emery High School students in their quest to enter the trades as well as making college connections to make good-paying jobs a reality. We are delighted to have you drop in or make an appointment to make something special happen on campus and in the workplace, too
The Sound of Silence: Emery policy move
The state of California has a policy that goes into full effect in July of 2026 and Emery High School is going to be ready. We are spending the Spring researching the best way to apply the law. We are going to announce to all of our school stakeholders the approach that suits us best. Our hope is that this will be a move that benefits everyone. We recognize that this will be an adjustment and, we are going to articulate what the changes are looking like, our enforcement and what we plan to do to help students who have grown accustomed to having a cell phone at the ready. We will use the fourth quarter to introduce and prepare our school for this new move.
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