The West Wing
Did you serve in the USA Military?
Let the Bear Society know the branch, years of service, rank, duties, and a photo of yourself; for our "MILITARY PAGE" to recognize the Men and Women of Mission High School who proudly serve and protected our great nation (posted 09/12/11)
Ray Lerma at: jalerma@comcast.net
Bear Society - Community Service Recognition
If you are a Mission High Alumnus, Student or Faculty Member who is volunteering or has volunteered time providing a community service. The Bear Society would like to hear about your dedication and recognize you on the Bear Society Website, "WALL OF HONOR” page. (posted 09/12/11)
Please contact Ray Lerma at: jalerma@comcst.net
Student Scholarship
The Bear Society provides scholarships to Graduating Mission High School Students helping students purchase books and other items. If you would like to donate to the Annual Bear Society Student Scholarship Fund.
All donates are tax deductible and greatly appreciated by the students.
Ray Lerma at: jalerma@comcast.net
Mission High School Memorabilia
If your are interested in Mission High School memorabilia contact MHS Athletic Director Mr. Scott Kennedy at (415) 241.6241.
Thunder Valley Fundraiser Trip
Join the Bear Society on this fun fill day traveling to the Thunder Valley Casino in Lincoln, California. Two pickup locations with parking, have ben arranged, Food, and Cash refunds from the Thunder Valley Casino. Breakfast will be served while heading to Thunder Valley, and a light snack for the return trip.
Date: Saturday, March 10, 2012
Pickup times & locations: - 9:00 am Mission High School parking lot
- 9:30 am Hayward [Harder & Sotto]
Cost: $35.00 per guest
Casino Refund: $15.00 refund and $5.00 food coupon.
Contact: Alicia Coronado, ac_ service@sbcglobal.net or (510) 755.4226
Mission High School Tours
If you would like a tour of MHS and step back in time to your High School days, just like the classes of 58',59',61',62',& 64' have done?
MHS tours are provided on Fridays, and must be approved by Mission's Admintrative Staff.
Ray Lerma at: jalerma@comcast.net or 415.469.4956 [revised - 01/20/12]
Yosemite National Park Trip
Visit; Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, Yosemite Village, Curry Village, Vernal Falls, Yosemite Falls, and many more Natural sites perfect for taking pictures, and sight seeing. Hiking and bike riding available, and valley motorize site seeing tours. Payment due no later then Wednesday, May 1, 2012.
Date: Saturday, July 21, 2012
Pickup locations:
- Mission High School [parking available]
- Hayward Cal [Corner of Mocine & Harder]
Pickup Times: MHS 6:00 am, Hayward 6:45 am
Park Arrival: 11:00 am
Park Departure: 3:00 pm
Cost: $50.00 per person, which includes the Park Entrance Fees.
Contact Ray Lerma: (415) 469.4956, or write jalerma@comcast.net
[posted 02/28/11]
Girls Varsity Basketball Division III, 2011-2012, season
Basketball
Coach: Timothy Halloran
Record: 4 - 6
Bold type = Home games
Obituary
We regret to announce the passing of our fellow following Mission High School Alumnus. So let's all honor them and remember them.
To view a complete list of our fellow alumni that has past away, please click here Memorial List. If a MHS aliumni has passed away, please write to Jorli Iwanaga, and please provide a pciture.
Jerry Blyschak - Class of 67' Eric Fuctuoso - Class of 86'
Jorli Iwanaga: jorli45@gmail.com
February 2012 Volume No. 1.
H u m a n I n t e r e s t
There are a number of former Mission High School Alumnus who now work at Mission in many capacities, Ed's story is the first of the series.
West Wing Staff
Publisher: Bear Society
Chief Editor: Open
Column Editor: Judith Lerma
Technical: Ray Lerma
Advertisement:
Alumni reporters:
Mission High reporters:
West Wing last updated: February 17, 2012
Disaster Preparedness
In case of an emergency do you have a Safety Kit with the necessary items for a Disaster in your Home and Car?
Please visit the website site below and build a Safety Preparedness Kit or update your current Kit.
http://72hours.org
By Judith Lerma [01/04/12]
DATE
Jan 4
Jan 6
Jan 9
Jan 11
Jan 13
Jan 18
Jan 20
Jan 24
Jan 26
Feb 3
Feb 8
Feb 10
Feb 14
Feb 16
Feb21
OPPONENT
Marshall
Lincoln
Balboa
Jordan
Washington
Galileo
Lowell
Burton
Wallenberg
ISA
Marshall
Lincoln
Balboa
Jordan
Washington
SITE
Mission
Lincoln
Balboa
Mission
Mission
Mission
Lowell
Mission
Kezar
Mission
Marshall
Mission
Mission
Jordan
Washington
TIME
5:30 pm
5:30 pm
5:30 pm
4:00 pm
5:30 pm
5:30 pm
5:30 pm
5:30 pm
5:30 pm
5:30 pm
5:30 pm
5:30 pm
5:30 pm
5:30 pm
5:30 pm
W/L
W [48-37
L [71-33]
L [61-53]
N/A
L [65-39]
L [67-43]
L [39-10]
W [54-43]
W [52-47]
N/A
W [57-41]
L [60 -52]
N/A
N/A
Any questions regarding Mission High School After school clubs, please call MHS and ask for Mr.Jay Pugao.
Advisors
Hammond
Koch
Jordan
Chad
Gigi
Pan
Velez
Students
Leung/Fuentecilla
Hus/Gabe
Maryann
Scott
Lum/Rieche/Tom
Mccoughto
Reyes
Rodrigquez
Lee
Sivakumaran
Ray
Davis
Valdez/Mathison
Gipson
Hammond
Pugao
Clubs
Beats & Rhymes
Bike Club
Black Student Union
Build On
Cheerleading
Chinese Club
Collage Application
Dance Club
Dragon Boat
Drama Club
Garden Club
Guitar Club
HS Mock Trial
Math Circle
Mulri-Cultural Club
Ole' Latin Club
Prom Committee
Screenwriting
Skateboarding
Student Government
United Nations Mentors
Video Game Club
Video Production
Youth Leadership
San Francisco Giants vs Oakland A's
F u n d r a i s e r
Join the Bear Society to see the Oakland A's take on the San Francisco Giants in this interleague game for the battle of the Bay.
Date: Sunday, June 24, 2012 Last years Giants / A's Game Photos
Game time: 1:05 pm
Location: Oakland California
Cost: $31.00 per person
Seat location: Plaza Level
Contact: Alicia Coronado, as_service@sbcglobal.net or (510) 755.4226 and details on the BBQ tailgate party.
Readers Comments
Steve Telesmanic – Dump Cake
Ingredients:
2 16-oz. cans of slices peaches w/syrup
2 1 box of white cake mix
1 cube of butter/margarine
Ground cinnamon
Cooking:
Get your big turkey-roasting pan
Pour in 2 16-oz. cans of sliced peaches w/syrup
Pour in 1 box of white cake mix evenly over the peaches
Grate 1 cube of butter/margarine evenly over the cake mix
Sprinkle cinnamon evenly over the top
Bake in the oven at 375 degrees for 30 minutes
Let cool 15 minutes
Bon appetite
> Hey Ray and Judy, just wanted to thank you guys for the hard work and the beautiful job you're both doing to keeping people informed. I know what it takes to keep it going so I just wanted to give you a big THANK YOU AND KEEP UP THE EXCELLENT WORK! just so you know, somebody is paying attention. god bless.
Robert Evans, class of '69.
> Hi, Ray and Judy, et al!!!
Nice job on the new Mission Alumni 'WEST WING". I am forwarding this to our Gangplank editor, Vickie Hackett, and Webmistress, Cathy Pacheco for their admiration and information.
Emily Powell President of the Balboa Alumni Association
> Thanks Ray, Enjoyed reading the West Wing.
Sandie Giusti O'Balle Class of "61"
> Hi...this is terrific ! Thank you for your efforts in publishing this and bringing it to me. I really like this format and will enjoy reading future issues.
Thanks again and Happy New Year !!
Nancy Foegelle
> I'm liking the format. Easy to get around.
Mike Lynch
Accounting Career Awardness Program
The Accounting Career Awareness Program (ACAP) is an innovative career development program designed specifically for minority students entering their sophomore, junior or senior year in high school in August or September 2012. The program's primary objective is to increase the number of underrepresented students of color that attend college and major in, finance or business.
[posted 01/21/12]
Food Drive
The Bear Society Food Drive is a year around cause to
assist people who do not have enough food. If you would like to donate a can of food or other assorted foods items to this cause, please contact Alicia Coronado. When attending a Bear Society event, please bring a can of food the the Food Drive.
All donations are welcome and appreciated by the Bear Society and the families in which you help. Food Drive Photos
By Alicia Coronado ac_service@sbcglobal.com
Class Reunion
A class reunion for 66', 67', 68' and 69' is being planned for 2013, and negotiations are under way with the Kick Back Band and the Grosvenor Hotel. Kick Back Band Site
The main ballroom holds only 250 guests, so e-mail Ray Lerma to make your reservation for this event and let him know the number of guests in you party. The prices below are projections and may differ when negotiations are complete. This event is open to MHS alumnus.
Date: Saturday, July 20, 2013
Location: Grosvenor Hotel, South San Francisco
Time: 6 -12
Cost: $50.00 per person
Entrainment: Kick Back Band
Menu: Buffet Style
Contact: Ray Lerma jalerma@comcast.net
[posted - 01/06/12]
ED FRUCTUOSO
Ed expressed how the current Administrative Staff, and Teachers have made a difference in how students are supported, treated, and given the opportunity to continue their education.
Ed works at Mission High School as a security officer directing, safeguarding students at Mission. He supports each student in anyway he can, and is part of the overall philosophy of Mission High School which is to support students so they can become the best individual they can be.
I’ve have spoken with Ed many times - he has always been very approachable, friendly and a good individual.
Thanks Ed!
Ed Fructuoso graduated from Mission High School in 92’. Ed married his High School sweetheart Sahskkia and living a happy and full life together. Ed enjoyed going to Mission where he befriended many students, which are still his friends.
Ed remembers teachers that supported him while at Mission, and would especially like to thank Mr.Vella (machine shop teacher) for his support, direction, and interest throughout Ed’s time at Mission and creating an important Student/ Treacher relationship.
Attending High School is a trying time. However the support Ed received from Mission High School Administrators and Teachers helped in his personal development and positive and supportive outlook towards others.
The Mission High School Dragon Boat Team will be traveling to Vancouver Canada for a International Meet this year and needs your help. The team
needs student sponsors.
To sponsor a student is $350.00 which pays a student travel, accommodations and meals, and the experience of traveling to another country is priceless. Any donation to the MHS Dragon Boat Team is greatly appreciated, and helps the team. Mr.Leung English Teacher
Please contact Ray Lerma: jalerma@comcast.net MHS Dragon Boat Riders
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I’m a Liar and I’m PROUD about it!
Taffany Jones-Davis, Mission High School Intervention and Student Support Coordinator counselor
Earlier this year I had an interaction with a student that truly concerned me. The anger this student displayed with me and other students worried me as well. I made my concerns known to Mr. Zelaya (Dean of the school) that this student needed to be monitored a bit closer as I considered him a ticking bomb. I made it very clear this was a student that I would be unable to work with.
Don’t ask me why but if he was in my vicinity, I would continually correct him if he used inappropriate language or behavior. His response was always extremely rude. I finally heard some of the other guys getting on him, “Man, you tripping” or “Dude, that’s Ms. Davis”. I started to notice that he would acknowledge me with a small head gesture, then hand gesture (respectful one that is), to “Hi”. Never once did I allow him to disrespect me or my space. When his friends came into my office he would stand at the door. Knowing all too well to enter he would have to admit defeat.
Fast forward to this week, I went to his class, which I had been before to do restorative circles with them. Honestly, I didn’t think it had gone so well, so imagine my surprise when the students started to rave about Ms. Safavi’s class to me and
to the principal Eric Guthertz)! I have been back several times to check up on them and this week when I came in unexpectedly, every last student was ON TASK and engaged! I went around the room quietly watching and having a few conversations with students. When I got to this student I whispered in his ear, “You made me a liar.” He, of course gave me a look of surprise and I went on to tell him what my previous thoughts of him were, I then told him “So THANKS! For making me a liar” He beamed with pride and let out a little laugh, then I told him, “now….put away your phone so she knows she has your full attention.” He didn’t say a word, just smiled and put it away.
So, of course, who do I now have the privilege of considering a guest in my office, none other than this very student! I even got a hug today! Imagine that!
I know this is not solely the effort of one but I do know that showing empathy/ sympathy for another never means to simply ALLOW a student to be disrespectful. So always remember, it’s okay to set boundaries along with high expectations. All of our students deserve it. Accountability is all of our responsibility.
Restorative Practices is a new approach being piloted in the SF Unified School District. It’s an alternative approach to deal with some discipline situations, it insures students not only understand but are accountable for their actions. Simply put, if you disrupt, harm, or disrespect an environment you must utilize various strategies to restore that environment. So ask your local school or contact the district office to find out more!
Sincerely,
A very PROUD Liar J
English Class for Parents
Mention to Ric you seen this ad. on the West Wing
The agony of defeat for Football Coach Jim Palmer December 7, 1969
Article provided by Mission High School Athletic Director Scott Kennedy
We thanked Mrs.Taffany Jone-Davis for her effort, insight for helping and directing students at Mission High School. To all Mission High Alumnus, the Bear Society reqeusts you to contact the Mission High School Administrative Staff (415) 241.6240 and just mention "Good Job" it's dedicated professionals like Mr. Guthertz, Mr.Zelaya, Mrs. Taffany Jones-Davis, Mr. Laura Parker, and Mr. Kennedy who are setting the bar high for students at MHS to achieve a better life and understanding of the world around us.
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San Francisco "Sunday Streets"
Thanks to you and tens of thousands of San Francisco residents and visitors, Sunday Streets has become on of San Francisco’s most popular outdoor activities, drawing hundreds of thousands of participants and international acclaim as one of the leading open-streets programs in the U.S.
As of this year, 2011, Sunday Streets has enjoyed four seasons, a total of 26 events, along 8 unique routes that reach into more than 20 distinct neighborhoods in San Francisco.
Plans are well underway for another great season in 2012, including new car-free programs, expansion of popular routes and more collaboration with neighborhood stakeholders to tie into community events and celebrations – more details are coming soon, stay tuned!
The Bear Society will select two routes and asking you if you would like to ride together. The routes have not be pubhished yet, so please stay tune. Sunday Streets Site
DATE
Feb 28
Mar 03
Mar 07
Mar 08
Mar 14
Mar 21
Apr 04
Apr 05
OPPENENT
Jefferson
Galileo
Burton
Burton
Lincoln
Washington
O'Connell
O'Connell
SITE
Jefferson
Hennessey
Jackson #2
Silver Terrace
Jackson #2
Big Rec (Nealon)
Balboa (Sweeney)
Jackson #2
W/L
DATE
Feb 28
Mar 03
Mar 07
Mar 08
Mar 14
Mar 21
Apr 04
Apr 05
Apr 11
Apr 12
Apr 18
Apr 19
Apr 25
Apr 26
OPPENENT
Jefferson
Galileo
Burton
Burton
Lincoln
Washington
O'Connell
O'Connell
Wallenburg
Wallenburg
Jordan
Jordan
Marshell
Marshell
SITE
Jefferson
Hennessey
Jackson #2
Silver Terrace
Jackson #2
Big Rec
Balboa
Jackson #2
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Boys Varsity Baseball Division I 2012 season
Baseball
Coach: Dan Grossman
Record: 0 -0
Bold type = Home games
Basketball
Boys Varsity Basketball Division III, 2011-2012, season
Coach: Arnold Zelaya
League play: 12 – 3
Black Type = Home Games
DATE
Jan 4
Jan 6
Jan 9
Jan 11
Jan 13
Jan 18
Jan 20
Jan 24
Jan 26
Jan 31
Feb 3
Feb 8
Feb 10
Feb 14
Feb 16
Feb 21
OPPONENT
Marshall
Lincoln
Balboa
June Jordan
Washington
Galileo
Lowell
Burton
Wallenberg
O'Connell
ISA
Marshall
Lincoln
Balboa
June Jordan
Washington
SITE
Marshall
Mission
Mission
June Jordan
Washington
Galileo
Mission
Burton
Mission
Mission
ISA
Mission
Lincoln
Balboa
Mission
Washington
TIME
5:30 pm
5:30 pm
5:30 pm
5:30 pm
5:30 pm
5:30 pm
5:30 pm
5:30 pm
5:30 pm
4:00 pm
5:30 pm
4:00 pm
5:30 pm
5:30 pm
4:00 pm
4:00 pm
W/L
W [85-66]
W [72-67]
W [75-55]
W [92-32]
W [74-72]
L [53-52]
W [66-54]
W [71-67]
W [90-46]
W [83-36]
W [91-51]
L [77-71]
L [80-74]
W [69-57]
W [89-33]
Track & Field 2012 Season
Coach: Stephanie Brooks
Home Field = SOTA
DATE
Week 1
March 22nd
Week 2
April 4th
Week 3
April 12th
Week 4
April 19th
Week 5
April 26th
Week 6
May 3rd
Week 7
May 9th
Week 8
May 19th
Week 9
May 26th
Week 10
June 1st
June 2nd
OPPONENT
Lowell, Galileo
Burton, Marshall
Lincoln, Balboa,
Lowell
Lowell, Washington,
Wallenberg, SFI
Burton, Marshall,
Galileo, Lowell
Lowell, Wallenberg,
Washington
Lowell, Balboa,
Lincoln
Galileo, Wallenberg,
SFI, Lincoln
All City Trials
All City Trials
State Trials
State Trials
SITE
SOTA
Lincoln
Washington
Burton
SOTA
SOTA
Kezar
Kezar
Kezar
Clovis
Clovis
TIME
3:00
3:30
3:30
3:30
3:30
3:30
3:30
9:00 am
9:00 am
TIME
4:00 pm
3:30 pm
3:30 pm
3:30 pm
3:30 pm
3:30 pm
3:30 pm
3:30 pm
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
W/L
M
M
