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Greetings!

Senior Chief Lista retired from the U.S. Navy in 2015 after 26 years of service that includes three ship's company tours for five deployments, a Marine Forces Reserve tour as the Inspector & Instructor staff, and an overseas tour. He joined the Navy from his hometown of Honolulu, Hawaii, upon graduating from Farrington High School. Senior Chief is married to Crystal and has four daughters. As a certified Naval Science Instructor, Senior Chief Lista joined the PLHS staff to begin the 2020 school year.
 

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Canvas Tip: Pairing Parents/Observers in Canvas

Parents can sign up as an observer in Canvas. Observers can link their Canvas account to their student's account so they can see assignment dues dates, announcements, and other course content. Observers can view the course content but cannot participate in the course.
 
See attachment for instructions on creating an observer account.

Welcome to the 23-24 School Year!

Ending the year with so much accomplished is already catapulting the us for a big head start on this year!  Welcome Cadets, new and returning, and parents/guardians.  The JROTC schedule is already packed with events and opportunities in leadership, teamwork, community service, and of course, some fun!
 
The following are the Google classroom that each Cadet will need to join.
 
 
Assignments will also become available in Canvas:  https://sandiegounified.instructure.com/
 
My contact information is available in my profile, but here it is as well:
 
(619)860-5000 x2008
 
Please also visit our Senior Naval Science Instructor's page at LCDR Pete Field
He may also be contacted via email at [email protected] or via phone at (619)860-5000 x2007.
 
I am pretty good at responding via email and returning calls.  Please make either as detailed as you need your message to be including a means of contacting back.
 
Please return as I will be posting additional information, especially here at the start of the year.
 
Very respectfully,
Senior Chief Andy Lista

Updates to Upcoming JROTC Events

Greetings!
 
It has been a few since my last post.  Here are some updates of upcoming events.
 
The Area Manager's Inspection (AMI) has been postponed to April 14.  It was originally next week, but due to unforeseen circumstances, it has been rescheduled.  At this event, the Area Manager conducts a personnel inspection of each cadet.  Following the inspection is a Pass-In-Review in which parents and guardians are invited to attend.  This takes place at 1400 on the football field.  The AMI is mandatory for all cadets to attend and must have an excused absence for not attending.
 
During Spring Break, a picnic will take place at Mission Bay's Tecolote Shores, same as last year.  This will be on March 30 beginning at 1400 until 1800 and is a potluck event.  The picnic will promote unit bonding as well as fun and games.  Parents, guardians, and family are invited to join in on the festivities.  This is not a mandatory event.  Only cadets that are not out of town, not have other plans, and are available are highly encouraged to attend.
 
On May 20th is the Brigade Pass-In-Review at Lincoln HS, and this event encourages parent/guardian attendance.  Recognition of units and individuals are made, and awards are presented followed by a Pass-In-Review.
 
Parents/guardians are always welcomed to attend any event or competitions as spectators unless specifically noted.  Assistance is highly encouraged and is coordinated through our Boosters.
 
Feel free to contact us via our contact info on our Teacher's Pages.
 
~ Senior Chief Lista

PLHS JROTC Updates

Greetings,
 
I hope everyone enjoyed their Thanksgiving break.
 
We have a few things on our schedule before we go into the winter break:
 
Dec 2:  Dana MS Movie Night:  Volunteer opportunity for cadets to assist with supervision.
Dec 3:  Basic Leadership Training @ PLHS for all first year cadets (and second year cadets that didn't attend last year).  7 am - 4:30 pm
Dec 9:  CyberPatriots:  Both of our teams have qualified for this state competition with one each in the Platinum and Gold tiers.  The Top 25 in each go on to nationals.
Dec 10:  Brain Brawl @ PLHS, an NJROTC qualifying event for nationals.  Assistance from cadets will be needed.  8 am - 3 pm
Dec 14:  Advancement & Awards Ceremony - North End Zone of the Main Athletic Field.
Dec 17:  Wreaths Across America @ Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery.  All cadets are invited to participate.
Dec 28:  Holiday Bowl Parade in downtown San Diego on Harbor Drive by Petco Park.  All cadets are encouraged to attend.  A bus will be chartered for their transportation.
 
Assistance from parents will be greatly appreciated (please coordinate with the Booster Club).
 
Additional events can be found on our calendar:  https://sites.google.com/view/plhsnjrotc/calendar?authuser=0 and your cadet should be able to provide more information.
 
There will be a fentanyl/opioid/Narcan presentation on Wednesday in the PAC at 1545.  Sign up at https://www.pointlomahigh.com/apps/spotlightmessages/11792.
 
Additionally, the extensions to PLHS JROTC has changed to 2007 and 2008.  You may call or leave a message.  We will get email notifications of any missed calls and messages made.
 
The next newsletter is currently being edited and will be released before the winter break.
 
Thank you.
 
Very respectfully,
Senior Chief Lista, USN Retired
(619)860-5000 x2008

Snap! Raise Launches

Good morning, Parents & Guardians.
 
PLHS JROTC will be launching our fundraising campaign through Snap! Raise today.  Cadets will be creating their profiles and uploading the 20 emails that you have provided them.  Your cadet may be contacting you for additional assistance with gathering additional emails.  Your contacts will not be spammed with emails.
 
We appreciate your support of the program and your cadet.
 
~ Senior Chief Lista

Snap! Raise

Greetings, NJROTC Parents & Guardians.
 
Your cadets were given this letter last week to provide to you.  It explains our upcoming fundraiser that we are running for the second straight year.  Our campaign is scheduled to start on October 19 and will run for four weeks.
 
We were successful in nearly reaching our goal last year, and this year will be no different but with a much higher goal.  We hope that you allow your cadet(s) to participate and help them with the email addresses they need.
 
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this campaign or any other JROTC issues, feel free to contact LCDR Field or myself.

Welcome to PLHS NJROTC '22-'23!

Greetings!
 
Welcome to your '22-'23 school year at PLHS NJROTC!
 
LCDR Field and I are very excited for this year which is already filled with events and activities that will appeal to each cadet's interests that challenge and strengthen their abilities.
 
Below are the links to your virtual classrooms.
 
Google Classroom - These are used for communication within assigned platoons and one for the entire JROTC unit.  Also look for the invite in your school email.  All cadets are expected to view their classrooms daily to receive necessary information and instruction from leadership.  Some assignments may also be posted here.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Canvas - Any assignments will be posted and tracked through here.  Cadets are automatically assigned by course subject.  These should also be available to you when you log in to Canvas at https://sandiegounified.instructure.com/.  Additional may be created for individual classes/platoons.
 
Any questions or concerns can be directed to my email address at [email protected] or via phone at (619)860-5000 ext 3140.
 
See you on the 29th!
 
Respectfully,
Senior Chief Lista
 
 

NJROTC 2022 USER SURVEYS

Each year the Naval Service Training Command's Program Office solicits responses from instructors, school administrators, parents, and cadets regarding the NJROTC program.  These comments are not only used by the program staff; they are an integral part of our academic accreditation.

These surveys should take only 5 minutes or less.  Your cadets were provided the link to their survey but is also available here.

 
Thank you for helping improve our program!
 
~ Senior Chief Lista

Awards Banquet 2022 flyer

Greetings,
 
Please see the attached.  Your cadet will be receiving a Google form which only they can fill out, but it requires your input and onceover prior to submitting for an RSVP to the End of Year Awards Banquet.
Feel free to contact the instructors directly if there any questions or concerns.  Contact information:
(619)860-5000 x3040

Area Manager Inspection

Greetings!
 
The Area Manager Inspection for PLHS NJROTC will be held on Thursday, March 10, 2022, at 9:00 am in the Big Gym.  The ceremony will begin at 10:30 am.  The doors will open for guests at 10:15 am.
 
Regards,
Senior Chief Lista
(619)860-5000 x3140

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Name
Senior Chief Petty Officer Andy Lista
Position
NJROTC Naval Science Instructor
Email
alista@sandi.net
Website
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Phone
619-860-5000 Ext. 2008
760-392-0044 (cell)
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Senior Chief Lista retired from the U.S. Navy in 2015 after 26 years of service. He joined the Navy from his hometown of Honolulu, Hawaii, upon graduating from Farrington High School. Senior Chief is married to Crystal and has four daughters. As a certified Naval Science Instructor, Senior Chief Lista joined PLHS to begin the 2020 school year.
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