This page will give you some specific information about New Student Orientation and 9th Grade Class Elections, as well information about class events throughout the year.
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New Student Orientation: 
August 11th, 2026, 2 - 5:30pm on Campus!
​*9th Grade Photos will be taken at Orientation: Pre-register for Photos Here

The purpose of New Student Orientation is to both help our incoming 9th Grade class acclimate to their new school culture and have positive effects on change in existing culture relating to stress and academic achievement.  Gunn High School hopes to continue positive growth in their students and help students develop positive images in how they see themselves at Gunn High School.

To meet this mission, New Student Orientation for 2026 will include the following goals:
  • Learning Gunn traditions
  • Becoming Familiar with the campus
  • Getting to know each other and developing a “voice” as a class.
  • Meeting your Titan Ambassadors and SELF Mentor
  • Introduction/Overview of how student activities work (Homecoming, Events, Clubs, etc.)
  • School Culture 
Once a 9th Grader/ New Student has attended Orientation, we hope they will continue their growth in being Gunn students who value honesty, integrity, efficacy, have a love of learning, become real thinkers and be ready to make their mark as a 9th Grader or a new student at Gunn!

*Note - Everyone will also get some very cool swag to start out their year, during orientation.  This event is not to be missed!

New Student Orientation is a very important part of every student's transition into the High School environment and we hope every new student will attend!
​9th Grade Elections:
Want to be involved in ASB Student Government? Want to lead your class? 9th Grade Class Elections will be in August 2026!  All 9th Grade students interested in running for 9th Grade Class office should download, read and complete the application.
9th Grade Class and All-School Events!
(list for 2026 is tentative and will be updated before August 1st)
NOTE:  Not a complete list - check the school calendar for all activities for the year!
  • August 14th - Welcome Back Event during an Extended Lunch!
  • August 20th:  9th Grade Class Officer Applications - Online form due no later than 4:30 PM
  • August 21st - First Dance of the Year - come to the first dance of the year on the Quad!  Cost is only $5.00 (Pre-sale tix here) so grab a buddy and join the fun!
  • August 25 - 27th:  9th Grade Class Elections - Meet your class officers during 9th Grade Study Hall!  Remember, these are the people who will represent YOU all year and organize your class events, so choose who you think will do this right!
  • August TBD - Fall Sports Rally at Lunch:  Come to Titan Gym at lunch for some fun games, to support the fall sports teams!
  • August TBA @ 7pm - first Home Football Game:  Come support the Titans in the first home game of the year!
  • September 10th & 11th - Fall Club Fair:  Come to check out all the school clubs (info to be provided the week before the event)!  We typically have over 100 clubs to choose from, so there's going to be one that is just right for you!
  • September 16th - Spirit Assembly:  A fun assembly during PRIME where you can meet the ASB officers, learn about upcoming events and where the Homecoming Theme will be revealed!
  • September 24th - Staff vs. Students Volleyball Match:  Come to Titan Gym to watch the staff take on the students at lunch!
  • ​September 24th - Last Day to Order your Homecoming Spirit Shirt:  If you have not ordered one in the SAO - now is your chance!  Support your class in your class spirit shirt!
  • Late -September:  Homecoming Boot Camp - during your SELF class the Titan Ambassadors and SEC will school you on everything you need to know about Homecoming Week, including specifics about dress up themes, games, night rally, floats, and all the events for the week!
  • October TBD:  HOMECOMING WEEK!  It's the biggest spirit event of the year, so make sure you have your dress up outfits ready and get ready to show your class and school spirit!  Go TITANS!
  • October TBD:  Homecoming Dance!
  • October 30th:  Halloween Costume Contest
  • November 2nd:  Dia de los Muertos Celebration
  • November 18th:  Harvest Feast:  A yummy turkey lunch sponsored by the PTSA and supported by SEC
  • November 30th - December 4th:  10th Annual Ping-Pong Tourney - Sign up to play in this popular event - all skill levels welcome!
  • December 4th:  Winter Sports Rally  - Come for some fun games, to support the Winter Sports Teams, and cheer on the Ping Pong Tourney Finals!
  • December 11th:  Cozy Snowmance - fun winter-themed activities to celebrate the season!