Our MissionTop of Page
To provide a safe, caring learning environment where students achieve the academic, personal, and social development required to pursue post-secondary education, compete in a changing job market, and participate in a multicultural, democratic society.
ESUHSD Student and Parent HandbookTop of Page
2022-23 STUDENT & PARENT HANDBOOK & ANNUAL NOTIFICATIONS
The student & parent handbook contains important information for parents:
- A - G graduation requirements
- key District policies
- important meeting dates
- testing dates
- parenting tips
- valuable phone numbers
- school site information
Please take time to review the handbook with your student(s) for a successful school year.
Supporting our CometsTop of Page
SJ Library EventsTop of Page
No Sweat ScholarshipTop of Page
$2,500 scholarship “No Sweat Scholarship”
Amount: $2500
Due Date: December 31st, 2022
Eligible Candidates: 8-12th grade students
Students Apply at https://cirkledin.com/scholarships/
Application Process: Apply at the URL above. Free application.
Direct-to-student cash prize for any educational purpose: from books to summer enrichment to a new laptop.
- No GPA requirements
- No minimum income requirements
- No essays to write.
Learn why thousands of new students are signing up on Cirkled In every day to showcase themselves for college and career applications.
Connect with us. We would love to send you information on how Cirkled In helps students with college and career readiness and increases confidence.
- Amy
Amy @ Cirkled In
Education Partnerships
425-954-5237
Mercadito Free Grocery DistributionTop of Page
Hi Comets,
This Free Grocery Distribution is from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM every 2nd and 4th Wednesday. Do not arrive before 11 AM. No saving spots for someone else and no cutting in line.


JLHS Webstore is Now Open!Top of Page
Hi Comets,
Click here (JLHS Webstore) to check out our webstore where you can buy your ASB Combo Packs, a yearbook, or an ASB card for the 2022-2023 school year!
Click the image above to open the JLHS webstore link as well.
Physical FormTop of Page
Youth CentersTop of Page


The Youth Center programs and organizations are not sponsored or endorsed by the East Side Union High School District or James Lick High School. This information is being provided for informational purposes only. You should verify the legitimacy of any organization before submitting personal information. James Lick High School lists this information as a courtesy and does not affiliate with or endorse any outside organization.
Senior PortraitsTop of Page
Hi Comets!
Interested in Senior Portraits? Please reach out to JP Impressions at their contact info below:
JP Impressions Photography
367 S. First St.
San Jose, CA. 95113
(408)298-7532
Hours: Mon-Fri 10:30 am to 6 pm, Saturdays: By appointment only
COVID-19 Prevention Program (CPP)Top of Page
This CPP is designed to control exposures to the SARS-CoV-2 virus that may occur in our workplace.
The East Side Union High School District is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all of our staff, students, parents/guardians, and those that visit our facilities. To provide a safe and healthy workplace, we have developed the following COVID-19 Prevention Plan in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and as an ancillary program to our Injury & Illness Prevention Program.
Our goal is to mitigate the potential for transmission of the COVID-19 virus in our workplaces and community, and that requires a team effort. Only through this cooperative effort can we reach this goal.
Our COVID-19 Prevention Plan follows Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), California Department of Health (CDPH), Santa Clara County Public Health Department (SCCPHD), and the California Occupational Safety and Health Agency (Cal/OSHA) guidelines. We strive to implement the most current recommended practices for the prevention of the spread of this disease.
Click here to read more.
Care SolaceTop of Page
Care Solace is an online resource with a live 24X7 concierge line meant to assist individuals in finding local mental health related programs and counseling services. The concierge process is completely free. They partner with all insurance (even Kaiser) and those who are uninsured as well. Their goal is to break down barriers so that everyone can access mental health resources easily and efficiently should anyone need or want them.
Here is a short video of an explainer on how this new tool works: http://home.caresolace.com/CARE-MATCH-INTRO/
To access services for yourself or family, the ESUHSD link is: https://caresolace.com/site/esuhsd/
Please click the link to open the PDF version of this image in a new window.
Say Something Anonymous ReportingTop of Page
ESUHSD Partners with the City of San Jose and Sandy Hook Promise to Rollout Say Something Anonymous Reporting System
Students will learn how to spot the signs of concerning social and emotional behaviors, especially in social media, and will be able to take action by submitting a tip anonymously
San Jose, CA – Today, ESUHSD is excited to announce its continued partnership with the City of San Jose and Sandy Hook Promise (SHP), the leading violence prevention organization, to roll out its Say Something Anonymous Reporting System (SS-ARS) to its students districtwide. The district is launching a week-long awareness training and campaign for its students and staff.
SS-ARS allows students to submit secure and anonymous safety concerns to help identify and intervene when students are in crisis. The intent is to provide support to individuals before they hurt themselves or others. Concerned students simply submit a tip using the SS-ARS app, website, or by calling a dedicated 24/7 crisis center. SHP’s crisis center then triages the tip and dispositions it back into participating school districts and, as needed, to law enforcement.
“Building upon our Say Something program, we are happy to partner with ESUHSD to help its students be “upstanders” by training them to Know the Signs of potential violence,” said Nicole Hockley, managing director at Sandy Hook Promise and mother to Dylan, killed at Sandy Hook Elementary School. “With SS-ARS, students can now take action to submit a tip anonymously and be sure it is case managed by schools and local law enforcement. From bullying, to substance abuse, to suicide and school shooting threats, schools and communities can take tangible action to prevent harm before it occurs.”
"The current pandemic has created an environment where students are experiencing higher levels of stress, trauma, and isolation. We are committed to providing as many avenues as possible for students to seek support with their social and emotional needs. We believe SS-ARS will empower our students to advocate for their needs and the needs of others," said Chaunise Powell, ESUHSD Director of Student Services.
The SS-ARS system is managed and maintained by a national digital leader in the school safety space and 24/7 Crisis Center national compliance leader, both have 20+ years of experience. SHP provides overall management and training of SS-ARS to school districts and students and pays for 100% of the costs to train and sustain the program in a school district.
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About East Side Union High School District: East Side Union High School District, established in 1950, serves more than 23,000 students in grades 9-12 in San Jose, Santa Clara County (Silicon Valley). It has the seventh largest high school student enrollment in the state and the largest in northern California. The district’s mission is to align decisions to create safe, dynamic and relevant learning environments that inspire critical thinking, problem solving and innovation. www.esuhsd.org
About Sandy Hook Promise: Sandy Hook Promise (SHP) is a national, nonprofit organization based in Newtown, Connecticut. We are led by several family members whose loved ones were killed in the tragic mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School on December 14, 2012 that claimed the lives of 20 first-graders and 6 educators. SHP is focused on preventing gun violence (and other forms of violence and victimization) BEFORE it happens by educating and mobilizing youth and adults on mental health and wellness programs that identify, intervene and help students. SHP is a moderate, above-the-politics organization that supports sensible non-policy and policy solutions that protect children and prevent violence. Our intent is to honor all victims of gun violence by turning our tragedy into a moment of transformation.
For more information, visit www.sandyhookpromise.org.
Linda Ornelas
(408) 347-5014
Comet GearTop of Page
Comets,
Interested in buying Comet gear? Please visit the BSN Sideline Store at the link below!
Click here to buy Comet Gear!
ClubsTop of Page
Get involved, Comets! Visit our Clubs page for more information!
Club Advisors, if you would like to post flyers, please send an email to Mr. Loya at loyas@esuhsd.org.
Go Comets!Top of Page
Come on out and support our athletes as they play here and away each week. For more info, visit: https://gofan.co/app/school/CA22942.
AnnouncementsTop of Page
Attendance OfficeTop of Page
Attendance Secretary
Ms. Jerlene Gonzalez
408-347-4432
Attendance Clerk
Ms. Stephanie Peña
408-347-4431
Say Something Anonymous ReportingTop of Page
We now have the Say Something Anonymous Reporting website and app available to our community to use. "The Say Something Anonymous Reporting System allows you to submit secure & anonymous safety concerns to help identify and intervene upon at-risk individuals BEFORE they hurt themselves or others" it can be found at https://www.saysomething.net/ or you can download the app or call 1-844-5-SAYNOW.