VALLECITO CONTINUATION HIGH SCHOOL

IMPORTANT CHANGES IN 2026-27: "Dear Vallecito High School Students and Families, We would like to inform you of a handful of important changes that will take effect at Vallecito High School, beginning in August 2026.

Daily School Schedule: Beginning in August 2026, Vallecito High School will operate with a new bell schedule designed to better align the school with the normal operations and expectations of a continuation high school. The new daily school schedule (https://aptg.co/QtF78Q) will be as follows:
• School begins at 9:30am
• Lunch will be from 12:10pm - 12:45pm
• Students are dismissed at 2:00pm (1:10pm for Minimum days)

This change in the school day is an adjustment that acknowledges the diverse needs of our students, including the need for flexible schedules to support non-scholastic needs (ie. jobs and family obligations), while both maintaining a focus on core graduation requirements and meeting operational expectations established by the State of California.

Transportation: We also want to ensure that transportation needs do not become a barrier to student attendance. Any student requiring transportation support to and from school will be provided with a community bus pass purchased by the school.

Independent Study: Additionally, in order to align with the State of California expectations for Continuation High Schools, independent study enrollment will be limited to 10% of the student population. As such, all students will be expected to attend school from 9:30am - 2:00pm, Monday through Friday. Placement into an independent study program will be determined by school administration based on student needs, eligibility, and program capacity.

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as these changes are implemented for the 2026-2027 school year. Our goal is to provide a school structure that best supports student success while aligning with the purpose and operations of a continuation high school. Additional information will be shared prior to the start of the school year."

Jacob Holt
Principal
Bret Harte Union High School
Vallecito High School
209-736-8339

CLOSURE NOTICE: Dorroh Field and track will be closed to the public beginning Tuesday, May 26 through Monday, June 01 due to the commencement ceremony.* The facility will reopen for public use on Tuesday, June 02.* Questions, please email bhdist@bhuhsd.k12.ca.us. *Updated 05/20/26 2:00 PM.

CLASS OF 2026: Senior Chromebook Returns UPDATE! >>> Senior Chromebook returns have been moved to Tuesday, May 26 during Government/Economics periods in the Learning Center. Seniors, please bring your District-issued Chromebook and any chargers in your possession to school. Be sure the device is CLEAN and CHARGED! Remove all stickers. Replacement fees will be posted for any devices not returned by the end of the day on Tuesday. Devices returned after Tuesday’s senior Chromebook returns, must be brought to Ms. Hungerford in the Learning Center. Payment of fees and associated questions can be directed to Ms. Sugar in the school office. Chromebook returns will not be accepted on Friday, May 22. Questions, contact Tech. (Updated 05/21/26 4:00 PM.)

CLASS OF 2026: Senior Chromebook returns will be handled differently this year than in previous years. Seniors will be required to return their District-issued Chromebook and corresponding charger during their English period at the end of the third week in May. This school year that lands on Wednesday, May 20 and/or Thursday, May 21. Refer to your student email for what to expect. Questions, email tech@bhuhsd.k12.ca.us.

MAY IS MHAM! Join us next week for a variety of activities during lunch and break for Mental Health Awareness Month (MHAM). We have something going on every day!

Monday: Therapy Dogs!
Tuesday: Spin the Wheel - Play Myth v. Fact, Win swag!
Wednesday: Music in the Quad: What's your Feel Good Song?
Thursday: Move to Feel Good! Walk & talk around campus-- get a stamp for each lap.
Friday: Day on the Green: Positive Post-its & Henna.

Every time you participate you'll be entered into a raffle for either a sweatshirt or a "Finals Survival Kit". Questions, see one of the Counseling + Wellness team members.

Artwork courtesy of https://www.brethartebullfrogs.org/page/counseling-wellness.

PLANT SALE: “Don't have a green thumb? No problem! The Bret Harte Greenhouse Co-Op will be having its annual spring plant sale. The plant sale will be open to the general public on Saturday, May 9th from 9am to 12pm our greenhouse on Murphys Grade Rd. We'll leave the gate open for you! Remember to bring your credit cards, we are cashless.

Come support Bret Harte FFA students and help us sell out.” Questions, contact Ms. Miller at kmiller@bhuhsd.k12.ca.us . Be sure to follow @bretharteffachapter on Instagram. Artwork courtesy of Bret Harte FFA.

FINAL SHOWS: Don’t miss Bret Harte Drama’s presentation of the Tony Award–winning musical comedy The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee! The final two shows are scheduled for tomorrow Thursday, April 23 and Friday, April 24 at 7:00 PM in the Dr. Elliott A. Smart Performing Arts Center. Learn more about the musical comedy at https://www.brethartebullfrogs.org/o/bhhs/article/2780502. The box office will open 45 minutes prior to curtain; seating begins 30 minutes prior. General admission is $12, students and seniors are $5. Cash and card are accepted.

REGISTER NOW: The Bret Harte Aquatic Center will host an American Red Cross® lifeguard training beginning Thursday, April 09. Each participant who successfully completes all class hours and requirements will receive a Lifeguarding/CPR/AED and First Aid certification valid for two years. Reserve your spot by emailing leahjensvold@gmail.com no later than April 08. Class size is limited to a minimum of five and a maximum of 10 candidates. Learn more at https://www.brethartebullfrogs.org/page/aquatic-center.