Fortuna High School | Student News, Halloweek Activities, Clubs, Sports & More
It’s HALLOWEEK at Fortuna High! From dress-up days and a school rally to Halloween cupcakes and student activities, there’s plenty happening around campus as we head toward the end of October.
This week’s Husky Howler also includes important yearbook and scholarship deadlines, club meetings, tutoring opportunities, the latest Husky Sports results, and the breakfast and lunch menus.
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Student News
HALLOWEEK Dress-Up Days
Fortuna High is celebrating Halloween all week with themed dress-up days, a school rally, and plenty of opportunities to show some Husky spirit.
- Monday, October 26 – Halloween PJ Day: Wear your favorite pajamas. Any pajamas count!
- Tuesday, October 27 – Rhyme Without Reason: Find a partner and dress as two things that rhyme but have nothing to do with each other. Partners can be from different classes. Examples include Shrek & Star Trek, Ballerina & Hyena, or Rapper & Flapper.
- Wednesday, October 28 – Pink Out: Wear pink in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
- Thursday, October 29 – Blue Out & Rally Day: Wear your Husky blue and help turn the gym into a sea of blue for the school rally!
- Friday, October 30 – Halloween Costume Day: Show off your creativity with a Halloween costume. All costumes must be school-appropriate.
Halloween Cupcake Sale
Fortuna High’s Culinary 3 students are preparing a special Halloween cupcake sale featuring four spooky creations:
- Chocolate Ghost Cupcake
- Pumpkin Jack-o’-Lantern Cupcake
- Gluten-Free Chocolate Spiderweb Cupcake
- Lemon Eyeball Cupcake
Orders must be placed by Monday, October 26, and cupcakes will be available for pickup on Friday, October 30.
Last Chance for $69 Yearbooks
The 2026–27 Fortuna High Yearbook is available for $69 through October 30. Prices increase after that date, so students and families are encouraged to order before the deadline.
Visit FortunaHigh.com/yearbook for ordering information.
CSF Applications Due by the End of October
Juniors and seniors interested in joining the California Scholarship Federation (CSF) must submit their applications by the end of October.
Applications are available in the school office. Students must pay the $5 application fee at SFO and attach their payment receipt and a copy of their transcripts before submitting everything to Mr. Couch.
Senior Graduation Orders – November 3
Seniors will have another opportunity to order caps and gowns when Jim returns to Fortuna High on Tuesday, November 3.
Graduation announcements, class rings, and letterman jackets are also available. Jim will bring samples for students to see.
Orders can be placed online at UltimateGrad.com.
Detention, Minute Recovery & Tutoring
Fortuna High offers detention, minute recovery, and academic support throughout the week. Students should check the following locations for October 26–30.
Monday: Lunch detention is with Mr. Richardson in B-2, and after-school detention is with Mr. Orr in CA-8. Lunch tutoring is available with Mr. Stockdale in F-7.
Tuesday: Lunch detention and after-school minute recovery are with Mr. Orr in CA-8. Lunch math tutoring is available with Mr. Hayes in E-1, and after-school tutoring is available with Miss Day in the Library.
Wednesday: Lunch detention and minute recovery are with Mr. Richardson in B-3, with after-school detention in CA-8 with Mr. Orr. Lunch math tutoring is available with Raven in E-1, and after-school tutoring is with Ms. Dixon in F-6.
Thursday: Lunch and after-school detention are with Mr. Orr in CA-8.
Friday: Lunch detention is with Mr. Orr in CA-8.
Saturday School: Saturday, October 31, from 8:00 AM to noon, with Mr. Orr in CA-8.
Students are encouraged to take advantage of tutoring opportunities and complete any outstanding detention or minute recovery requirements.
Club News
Monday: Interact Club
Interact Club meets Monday at lunch in AB-3. Students interested in community service, volunteering, and making a difference are encouraged to attend.
Tuesday: Dungeons & Dragons and Garden Club
Dungeons & Dragons Club meets every Tuesday after school until 5:00 PM in AB-3. Students interested in tabletop role-playing games are welcome to participate.
Garden Club meets Tuesday from 3:25–4:00 PM in the school garden between the Metal Shop and F Building. Students can help maintain the garden while earning community service hours.
Black Student Union (BSU) holds its regular meetings on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at lunch in B-3. Its next regular meeting is scheduled for November 3.
Thursday: Creeks Club Recycling
Creeks Club will host an after-school recycling activity on Thursday. Students should meet on the senior lawn for approximately one hour of recycling and campus cleanup.
Everyone is welcome, including students who are not club members. Prizes will also be available.
Friday: Creeks Club & Theatre Club
Creeks Club has also announced a Friday cleanup, with students meeting on the senior lawn from 2:25–2:55 PM.
The club’s regular cleanup schedule is the second, third, and fourth Fridays of each month, so students should confirm whether the October 30 activity is an additional Halloweek cleanup.
Theatre Club holds general meetings on the first and third Fridays of each month, with officer meetings on the second and fourth Fridays.
Husky Sports
It was another strong week for Fortuna High athletics, with big victories in football and soccer and impressive results from the Cross Country team.
Football: Huskies Defeat Eureka 41–14
The Fortuna High varsity football team earned a convincing 41–14 victory over Eureka on Friday, October 23.
The Huskies continued their strong season with another impressive performance against the Loggers.
Boys Soccer: Two More Victories
Fortuna High Boys Soccer picked up two wins last week, starting with a dominant 9–1 victory over South Fork on October 20.
The Huskies followed that performance with a 2–1 win over Del Norte on October 24, finishing the week with two victories.
Girls Soccer: Win and a Tie
The Fortuna High Girls Soccer team defeated South Fork 3–1 on October 20, then battled Del Norte to a 1–1 tie on October 24.
Girls Volleyball Faces Eureka
The varsity Girls Volleyball team faced Eureka on October 20, falling 3–0 to the Loggers.
Cross Country: Juan Ornelas Takes First Place
Fortuna High Cross Country delivered another impressive performance at its latest meet.
Juan Ornelas finished first in the boys’ competition, while Liz Stevens placed seventh for the girls.
Both the boys’ and girls’ teams finished second in their respective divisions, highlighting another successful outing for the Huskies.
Mandatory Boys Basketball Meeting – October 27
Students interested in trying out for Boys Basketball must attend a mandatory meeting on Tuesday, October 27, at lunch in the Theater.
The meeting will cover the upcoming season, tryouts, volunteering opportunities, and fundraisers.
Husky Eats: October 26–30
Here’s what’s on the menu at Fortuna High during Halloweek.
Breakfast Menu
- Monday: Apple Strudel
- Tuesday: Biscuits and Gravy
- Wednesday: Chicken and Waffles
- Thursday: Scrambled Eggs
- Friday: Sausage and Egg Muffin
Daily breakfast alternatives include meat or PB&J sandwiches, parfaits, and cereal.
Lunch Menu
- Monday: Corndog
- Tuesday: Chicken Enchiladas
- Wednesday: Chinese Chicken Salad
- Thursday: Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza
- Friday: Sub Sandwiches
Lunch includes vegetables, fruit, milk, and the salad bar.
Have a Great HALLOWEEK, Huskies!
From Halloween costumes and the Blue Out rally to athletics, clubs, and classroom activities, there’s a lot to look forward to at Fortuna High this week.
Don’t forget to order your yearbook before prices increase, submit any outstanding CSF applications, and participate in the Halloweek festivities.
Happy Halloween, Fortuna High Huskies!
