Martin Luther King High School 8th Grade Information
Click below to view some of our exciting programs and course offerings
Dr. Iacuone-Principal of Martin Luther King High School
Counseling and Guidance
MLKHS Counselors here are to support you throughout your high school journey. Your counselor will guide you through:
Counselors meet with students one on one each semester, present in classrooms and are available to students 8 am- 4 pm. STUDENTS ARE ABLE TO VISIT THE COUNSELING OFFICE TO SPEAK WITH THEIR COUNSELOR WITHOUT AN APPOINTMENT BEFORE SCHOOL, DURING LUNCH AND AFTER SCHOOL.
Counselors:
Drucella Ortiz (A-Cas) - portiz@riversideunified.org Nicholas Perfetto (Cat-Gar) - nperfetto@riversideunified.org
Sophia Fonseca (Gas- Lav)- sfonseca@riversideunified.org Bernice Major (Law-Ort) - major@riversideunified.org
Nicole De Anda (Oru-Shr) - ndeanda@riversideunified.org Elsa Merida (Shs-Z)- emerida@riversideunified.org
Steven Fuller (Wolf Pack)- sfuller@riversideunified.org
Link Crew LOVES the Class of 2029!!!
Link Crew is a support program that works to help transition the freshmen class onto a thriving Martin Luther King High School campus. We strive to be heart-driven role models who take time to listen to freshmen, engage in support, and celebrate successes. A few of our activities include a football tailgate party, “How to Study” Workshop, finals tutoring sessions and more!
Freshmen are AUTOMATICALLY a part of Link Crew!
PLEASE PLAN TO ATTEND FRESHMEN FIRST DAY AUG 8th
Introduction to Literature- Course Description:
How do I know what class to take?
*Freshman classes, regardless of honor’s distinction, are not weighted.
* Intro to Literature is a requirement for graduation, regardless of placement.
🔎Click to ZOOM in on this flyer
CTE Computer Science
Exploring CS
In this class you will get to:
AP CS Principles
This class covers a broad range of topics such as programming, algorithms, the Internet, big data, digital privacy and security, and the societal impacts of computing.
You will be writing many apps requiring more rigorous coding concepts then Exploring CS.
Scan QR Code
for more information:
Contact Information:
Mrs. Woolls
Check out code.org to start learning to code today!!
CONTACTS:
INSTAGRAM: @mlkdeca
Email Questions to:
Martin Luther King High School DECA
CTE Sports Medicine
and Injury Management
CTE Retail Sales
Introduction to Digital Film
For more information, please contact jgerren@riversideunified.org
1. Receive College Credit 2. Meets A-G Requirements 3. Elective Credit
4. Receive CTE Credit 4. Career Training 5. Create Movies & TV Shows
PLTW Engineering
Program Information: CLICK HERE ��CTE Pathway Information CLICK HERE
Contact Information: nguzman@riversideunified.org
Interest Form: CLICK HERE
FRENCH Classes
French is the 5th most spoken language in the world! At King, we have levels 1,2 and 3 honors! Here is a brochure with information.
If students speak English and Spanish; it is time to add the third language! FRENCH! Here is a video introducing myself and a fun “Reasons to learn french” video!
American Sign Language
Spanish Classes
There are over 40 million Spanish speakers in the U.S.,with a significant presence in Southern California.
Join us by taking a look at MLK’s List of Classes
Amanda Chann, Athletic Director
achann@riversideunified.org, 951.789.5690 ext. 62248
Bernadette Ramirez, Athletics Secretary
bramirez@riversideunified.org , 951.789.5690 ext 62214
Sports by Season at MLKHS:
Fall: Boys & Girls Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Girls Golf, Girls Tennis, Girls Volleyball, Boys Water Polo, *Cheer/POM
Winter: Boys & Girls Basketball, Boys and Girls Soccer, Girls Water Polo, Boys & Girls Wrestling
Spring: Baseball, Boys Golf, Boys & Girls Lacrosse, Softball, STUNT, Swim, Boys & Girls Track, Boys Tennis, Boys Volleyball
If you would like to learn more about the MLKHS Athletics program, visit https://kingwolvesathletics.com/ .
Eligibility Requirements:
*Please note, enrollment in the sport PE class is determined by each team’s COACH and if student schedules allow. Counselors do not put athletes into sport PE classes at parent or athlete request.
Martin Luther King High School ASB Presentation
To those interested in joining Freshmen ASB
Join our google classroom!
Join the ASB Interest Google Classroom!
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Join our award winning, elite level team of student athletes!
For questions or information, please contact jbrinkle@riversideunified.org
Pep Squad offers a variety of teams:
Sideline Cheer/Pom
Competitive Dance/Pom
Mascot Program
Stunt
Traditional Competitive Cheer
25-26 Team Tryouts
for Cheer, Pom and Mascots
Mon. March 31, 2025 - Wed. April 2, 2025
Follow us on Instagram for more info!
Why take Theatre Arts?
Courses offered:
Beginning Theatre
Intermediate Theatre
Advanced Theatre
Style and Substance
Costume and Makeup
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Little Mermaid Trailer- 2024
The Drowsy Chaperone Jr.
MLKHS Lip Dub 2024- start clip at 8:45
Festivals & Competitions
Fundraisers
Weekly Club Meeting
Riverside Ghost Walk
Social Events & Gatherings
For more information contact Katie Williams
kmwilliams@riversideunified.org
Follow:
@king.theatre
MLK Vocal Dept.
Why Join?
Meet new people!
Go to festivals/competitions at
Knott’s Berry Farm & Disneyland!
Rid yourself of stage fright!
Fulfill your elective credits!
Perform all over California!
Try out for solos!
Take part in creating amazing music!
Please contact Mr. Daniel Alvarez daalvarez@riversideunified.org with any questions.
Festival set by Chamber Singers
from our 2024 Spring Concert
Fun at Knott’s
Our 2024 Competition Show Choir - Poison
Angel’s Game Performance 2024
How Do You Join?
Technical Theater and Live Event Production
Create and run lights, special effects, audio, video, and wardrobe for live productions
Design, construct, paint, and decorate elaborate sets using commercial power tools
Manage teams, spaces, and equipment to support live performance and create memorable audience experiences�
Courses:
Intermediate Tech Theater - Year 1
Advance Tech Theater- Year 2-4
Mr. Smith comes to us with a background in Theater, IT, AV, and electrical. He blends the information that he has learned in the industry over the past 20 years into an art form and teaches the student how to express themselves through the use of technology for live productions.
Jsmith@riversideunified.org
Yearbook
Perform in a team environment producing
the year long school publication, the yearbook!
Instagram: @khslegacy
Email Questions to: Mr. Allbee - jallbee@riversideunified.org
Graphic Design & Print Production Pathway
Discover and develop your unique artistic style while working through the creative process
Design and create captivating illustrations, photographic imagery, graphic layouts, and portfolios using the Adobe Creative Suite
Instagram: @khslegacy
Email Questions to: Mr. Allbee - jallbee@riversideunified.org
Produce flyers, posters, stickers, t-shirts, and other printed products using professional equipment and materials
Email Questions to: Mr. Allbee - jallbee@riversideunified.org
Visual Arts
Draw/Paint 1,2 Beginning
Draw/Paint 3,4 Intermediate
Advanced Placement, Studio Art
Advanced Placement, 2D Arts
Joyce Hatzidakis
bhatzidakis@riversideunified.org
Ceramics Beginning, Advanced, and Advanced Placement, 3D
Sean Roll
Professional Photography I & II (VAPA and CTE)
Sarah Amarin
samarin@riversideunified.
Advanced classes using traditional art, photography and digital arts to create a body of art showing skills.
Beginning level of art classes that teach skills/techniques and then focus on further developing art skills, time periods, explore conceptual and expressive forms of art making.
samarin-cruz@riversideunified.org
Drawing & Painting 1/2
Drawing & Painting 3 & 4
AP Studio/AP 2D
Contact: VAPA TOSA, Lisette Bourne
lbourne@riversideunified.org
Visual Arts: Drawing & Painting and AP Classes
VAPA or CTE Credits
Professional Photography
Contact: Sarah Amarin
samarin@riversideunified.org
Learn and Master:
-Composition, Camera Controls, in-Camera and Computer Image Editing, Photo Theory, and History of Photography
-Create a Photography Portfolio & Website
-Guest Speakers in the Photo Industry
-Amazing workshops, exhibitions, and scholarships opportunities!
50MM F-0.95
Professional Photography I @MLKHS
Martin Luther King High School NJROTC Presentation
King Mock Trial
Are you interested in law, acting, public speaking and building collaborative skills?
Then Mock Trial is for you! Mock Trial is a competition in which students simulate a real trial. Teams must prepare both sides of the case (prosecution and defense) and then compete with other schools. MLK
took 3rd place at the state level in 2018
and again last year. Contact Mrs. Hampton if you are interested:
mhampton@riversideunified.org.
Elective course!
IG @khsmcc
MLKHS AVID Program
Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) is a college-preparatory program offered at MLK that ensures students are acquiring the skills needed to be college and career ready.
AVID Coordinator, Ms. Vincecia Garcia Borquez
AVID Ambassador President, Payton Hicks and Erin Park
MIKVA Challenge - Project Soapbox Site Winners
AVID Alumni, ℅ 2024
AVID Program Benefits
M.E.Ch.A.
M.E.Ch.A. focuses on highlighting and showcasing the rich Latino Culture and empowers our members to seek higher level education. Some events include:
Cal State Long Beach- College Tour
Cinco de Mayo