Paly Link

A PTSA publication


 

Sunday, April 23, 2017
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The Paly Link is distributed on Sundays, except during school breaks and holidays.  Changes will be highlighted as New/Updated/Corrected.  To submit an article, see Submission Guidelines at the end.
Calendar
 


Grad Night Package for Senior Parents PTSA
Wednesday Apr 26 Sophomore Parent Network Social, 7:30pm, Paly LCR (Paly)
Wednesday Apr 26
Dinner Out and Donate to Paly Booster ( Paly)
Wednesday April 19  PALY Sports Booster Meeting (Paly)
Mon. - Fri. May 1 - 5
Teacher Appreciation Week - Volunteers needed ( PTSANew
Mon. - Fri. May 1 - 12 AP Exams New
Wednesday May 17 Rachel Austin Awards, lunchtime, Haymarket Theatre New
Sun. - Thurs. May 28 - Jun 1
GRAD Week   (PTSA)


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Volunteers Needed for Staff Appreciation Lunch New
May 4
Show your appreciation by helping with the Staff Appreciation Luncheon.  We cater the main course, and need help with the desserts and fruits.  We also need help with the set-up, serving and clean-up.  All food must be nut free.  Please look at the link below and sign up.

ACS April Blog: Parenting Teens: Some Secrets to Staying (Somewhat) Sane New

IMPORTANT UPDATED GRAD WEEK INFORMATION FOR SENIOR PARENTS - PLEASE READ
Dear Senior Parents, 
 If you have already sent in your check and signed forms - thank you - if by chance you did not send in the 'missing' form (PAUSD Medical Authorization) - it can be found with the other forms at 
 We have received about 165 student 'forms and checks' so far - and ONLY about 65% have the completed Medical Authorization form attached (this includes those handed in separately or sent to me via email in response to our email solicitations). 
For those parents who have not completed the TWO green forms AND the Medical Authorization form and provided your check- please do so before the May 1st deadline so you don't have to pay the price increase. REMEMBER MAY 15 IS THE FINAL DEADLINE TO PURCHASE TICKETS TO THE EVENTS (PICNIC AND GRAD NIGHT PARTY)
 Copies of all documents are in the main office in case you lost your mailed packet or want to get a hardcopy of the medical authorization form. 
 Please either send your checks and documents to Judy Huang at  108 Walter Hays Drive, Palo Alto 94303 OR drop them off in the Graduation Hat in the main office. 
 If you have any questions, please contact Catherine Matterson at  clmatterson@gmail.com
 Thank you and GO PALY!!! 

Opa! GiveBack Campaign 
Opa! Authentic Greek Cuisine, 140 University Avenue,  Palo Alto
Opa! Authentic Greek Cuisine in Palo Alto is proud to invite you and your family to dine at theOpa! location in downtown Palo Alto as a part of the Opa! GiveBack Campaign.  When one hears the word Opa!, it usually brings with it a sense of excitement and happiness!  When dining at Opa! Palo Alto, mention your relationship to the Palo Alto School District to your server and a percentage of your bill will be given back to the Palo Alto Council of PTAs ( http://ptac.paloaltopta.org/ ).  At the end of each month, Opa! Palo Alto will write a check to PTAC!  Dine out, and help GiveBack to the Palo Alto PTA community at the same time!

Meals on Wheels Volunteers Needed:  Throughout the School Year
Looking for a way to support others in an impactful, immediate and easy way?  Please consider being a Meals on Wheels Volunteer for our Paly community!  The Meals on Wheels program brings emergency meals to Paly families in crisis.  If you would like to volunteer, please sign up here: 
Meals on Wheels Sign Ups   Your kindness is greatly appreciated!  Thank you!
Are you a family in crisis and in need of help with some comforting dinners delivered to your door?   That's what the Meals on Wheels volunteers are here for! They are ready and happy to help!  Please contact Lori Merritt at  lomerritt@yahoo.com or call 650-644-6876.  Include any dietary restrictions. 
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Paly Science and Engineering Summer Camp New
Mon June 26 - Fri June 30, Palo Alto High School
Morning Session: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Afternoon Session: 1:30pm - 4:30pm
This summer, take part in Paly's fourth annual Paly Science and Engineering Summer Camp! With activities designed for interested rising 7th through 9th graders, this camp-led by Paly Science Olympiad team members-includes demonstrations and hands-on activities, such as analyzing crime scenes, dissections, and engineering projects. The camp will be held June 26th-30th at Palo Alto High School, and will cost $225. There are only 30 available spaces per session, so visit   palysciencecamp.com for more information, and to sign up!

National  Geographic Photographer Lynn Johnson: Consider The Selfie New
Wednesday, April 26 - 7:30 to 9:30pm @ Mitchell Park Community Center 3700 Middlefield Road New
Evening presentation with an international photographer. Living in a time of transition how do we consider how we see ourselves and others? Photography can help us navigate new landscapes. Students $15 and Extra credit for all Photo classes (100 points). Members from the community are welcome to attend for $30 per ticket. Paly Student Workshop with Lynn Johnson Thursday April 27th in the MAC - see Ms. Wixsom for details or to be added to the workshop and excuse list by Tuesday 4/25.  www.paloaltophotoforum.org

Paly MAC Boosters New
Wed, May 10th, 7 pm, Gretchen DeAndre's Home 130 Southwood Drive
Please join us for this celebratory end of school year meeting to review our great progress over the past few months with some beverages and light snacks...and look ahead to next year with our new leadership team! If your student is new to Media Arts or if you have not had a chance to attend our previous meetings, PLEASE join us!  For more information about MAC Boosters, visit us at  http://paly.net/boosters/media-arts-boosters.

Final Senior Parent Networking Event New
Friday, April 28, 8:30 am, at 234 Walter Hays Drive.
The event will focus on:  "What to Expect from the Post High School transition"
Cari Anderson has graciously offered to lead us in this panel discussion with other parents who have post high school kids and have experienced this transition. 
Expected discussion topics:
--  parents' feelings about their teens leaving home  (or not leaving home if staying in town)
-- best advice about aiding the transition to college or gap year
-- how the parent/child relationship is likely to change
-- practical ideas about managing communication, finances etc. as teens leave home
-- self care for parents and siblings --  dealing with the absence of child or "empty nest"
-- practical advice about the beginning of college -- drop-off, orientation, first semester, first trips home etc.
-- supporting your teen through the "less than perfect" times as they adjust to life after high school

Sophomore Parent Network Social  
Wed, April 26, 7:30 - 9:00 pm, Paly LCR (library)
We hope you can join us for this evening sophomore parent network.  This parent social is specifically being held in the evening to welcome those parents who cannot attend the early morning Parent Network (PN) events. All are welcome to attend. Do let us know if there are topics that are of interest to you.  We hope to have a lot of you come by.  We hope to keep the discussion informal however, feel free to share  any questions you might have.   It  would be great if you could email them in advance to Jonake Bose ( jonake.bose@gmail.com) or Daxue Xu ( daxuexu@hotmail.com ).  Otherwise just bring them with you.  We may discuss the possibility of setting up regular evening PN meetings.  Feel free to bring a dish to share.

Class of 2018 (Juniors) Parent Network Meeting
Look out for survey on date, time, place of last meeting of the 2016-17 school year
Parents have expressed interest in having a purely social gathering for our last meeting of the school year. This week we will send out through UpToUs an e-mail survey presenting choices for this meeting's date, time and venue.   Please respond **using the link in the UpToUs e-mail** that will go out this week.
Questions? Contact Julia Kossack ( JuliaPalyParent@gmail.com) or Julie Tomz ( JulieTomz@gmail.com).

Junior Class Parents Needed: Help host graduation reception for Seniors
Volunteer/Donate now; Reception assistance Wed. May 31st2-9pm, Paly's Student Center
Traditionally Paly's Junior class hosts a reception for graduating Seniors and their families following the graduation ceremony.  Please be part of the festivities by contributing and volunteering to help serve refreshments on this special occasion. A suggested donation amount is $25 and checks made payable to Melissa Anderson may be sent to 1401 Parkinson Ave., 94301. Sign up to volunteer  here. Questions or PayPal contributions can be sent to  melissa@lookfamily.org 
Paly Sports Boosters now eligible for  Amazon Smile
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Paly Sports Boosters - Tiny Prints Fundraiser for Graduation Announcements 
The Paly Sports Boosters has partnered with Tiny Prints to help with the ordering and printing of your Graduation Announcements.  Tiny Prints is a leading retailer of premium personalized photo cards and has been recognized for their high quality prints and unmatched customer service.  Each card ordered is also hand reviewed before it's printed to ensure quality and accuracy.  To start your order through Tiny Prints, please click on the link below which will lead you to our co-branded Tiny Prints Storefront.  From here, you can shop for any product on the Tiny Prints site or review a few of our favorite choices.  Paly Sports Boosters Personalized Link: https://www.tinyprints.com/storefront/palysportsboosters

Foreign Exchange Opportunities for Paly Students 
Is your student interested in studying abroad?   Is your family interested in hosting a foreign exchange student?  AFS is the largest student exchange organization in the US, with 1,100 US high school students currently studying abroad, and welcoming 2,300 foreign exchange students to the US this year (39 in the Bay Area).   Currently AFS has 1 student at Paly from Finland, and 2 students (Japan and Holland) at Gunn . 
Study abroad is a great way for your student to learn a culture, language, and to mature.   Hosting a student builds bonds that can last a lifetime.
Learn more at http://www.afsusa.org 

Camp MAC!
We're excited to announce a week long summer program for students to gain an introduction of journalistic skills! The camp takes place in the Media Arts Center, a modern building designed specifically for the needs of student journalism. Through this week long program, incoming eighth and ninth graders will gain a new perspective of the media around them through workshops and interactive activities. Additionally, campers are led by members of the many nationally recognized publications at Paly who are devoted to spreading a passion for journalism. The unique summer program will focus on the process of interviewing, writing and editing as well as learning to use new forms of technology as journalism evolves into a digital age.  
When: July 31 - August 1
Where: Media Arts Center, Palo Alto High School

Sign up for Paly Glass Weekend Workshops 
Sat & Sun, May 6-7, June 3-4  9-3 pm at Paly's Glass Studio. The workshop will focus on beginning glass blowing techniques. It's an incredible, fun, hands-on experience and it benefits the Paly Fiery Arts Program. Repeating students progress from their last session.  Advanced Sign up required. Class limit is 4. Teens and adults. $425 per person. Open to the public.
Contact: David Camner, founder of the Paly Fiery Arts, dcamner@pausd.org
College & Career Center CCC
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Stanford Medicine's "Med School Morning"
Saturday, May 20 - Med School Morning at Stanford University, 9 am - 2 pm
Stanford Medicine will host "Med School Morning" for high school students interested in coming to campus to attend a program that touches upon a variety of medical and scientific topics taught by some of the country's top experts.  This popular program is free and will include lectures, hands-on presentations and interactive activities.  Participants will receive a certificate of completion after attending and fully participating in the morning.  Space is limited and the program fills up quickly.  Registration for this event is now open.  To register or learn more please visit the  Health Matters Websitehealthmatters.stanford.edu
 
University of Washington Paul R. Wineman Scholarship--Deadline  4/30
 Community Service
Community Service Opportunity New
Nixon Elementary school is looking for volunteers to help run the pot luck at International Night.  Volunteers can sign up for 1 hour shifts between 4 - 8 pm.  Sign up with friends and have a great time giving back to your local community.  Questions? swlobell@gmail.com.   https://tinyurl.com/mugjbhs

Spring President's Volunteer Service Award Submission 
You can apply for the President's Award if you have 100+ hours of community service completed in a 12 month period.  
All forms and info can be found at:   http://www.paly.net/community-service

PAUSD PAUSD
Food Service Department Open Forums
Palo Alto USD invites parents, employees, students, and community members to a series of  Food Services Department Community Open Forums held throughout the 2016-17 school year.  Please visit:  https://www.pausd.org/food-service-department-open-forum

Arts Education Volunteers Needed
The Palo Alto Council of PTA's  http://ptac.paloaltopta.org/  seeks Arts Education Volunteers to support high quality arts education for all students and to share best practices and programs.  Goals might include communicating about visual and performing art programs taking place at PAUSD schools and encouraging collaborative opportunities.  All PTA members (both parents and teachers) are welcome to volunteer.  Please contact PTAC President Audrey Gold  ( president@paloaltopta.org ) if interested.
Community 
Jordan Middle School Drama Club Presents 'You Can't Take It With You'  New
Thursday May 4 & Fri May 5, 7PM, Jordan Middle School, MP Room, 750 N California Av. 
Please join the Jordan Middle School Drama Club as they present 'You Can't Take It With You'.  This student-directed production is an American classic comedy that revolves around an avant-garde family of wannabe artists, fireworks makers, a patriarch who doesn't believe in income tax and an array of eccentric guests trailing in and out of their chaotic household. They may appear mad at first but when daughter Alice invites her boyfriend's rich, snobby parents to dinner we learn that it might be everyone else in the world that is mad. After all, money doesn't buy happiness and we all know you can't take it with you!  Tickets are $5 for students/$10 for adults and can be purchased at the door.
 
Cultivating Courage and Resilience - YCS Annual Fundraising Luncheon New
Thursday, Apr 27, 11:30 - 1 pm, Oshman Family Jewish Community Center, Palo Alto
Come hear Steve Young, former San Francisco 49ers Quarterback and NFL Hall-of-Famer, speak about his formidable personal struggles and how he cultivated his own courage and resilience to persevere. Support YCS by buying an individual ticket, host a table or place an advertisement. Info at:  http://youthcommunityservice.org/luncheon-2017/   or  YCS.annual.luncheon@gmail.com

Silicon Valley Boychoir Auditions New
Friday, May 12 by appointment, 600 Homer Ave, Palo Alto
Auditions for the 2017-2018 season are held at the choir's rehearsal location near downtown Palo Alto.  Open to 2nd-5th grade boys in the fall. High school and middle school boys with experience may audition for upper levels. SVB provides a personalized approach to teaching singing, music theory, and sight-singing, and provides flexible scheduling for busy families. In addition to their own winter and spring concerts, SVB has performed for local events including performances with West Bay Opera, Stanford University Symphonic Orchestra and Chorus, Schola Cantorum of Mountain View, and singing the national anthem at sporting events. 

Distinguished Lecture Series: Courtney Martin "The New Better Off"  New
Friday, May 12, 10-11AM, Li Ka Shing Conference Center, Paul Berg Hall, 291 Campus Drive, Stanford, 94305
Courtney Martin is an author, entrepreneur, and weekly columnist for On Being. Her latest book, The New Better Off, explores how people are re-defining the American dream (think more fulfillment, community, and fun, less debt, status, and stuff). The lecture is free and open to the public:  http://events.stanford.edu/events/673/67347/

Camp MAC New
Monday Jul 31 - Fri Aug 8, Palo Alto High School, 50 Embarcadero Road, 94301
For rising 8th and 9th graders.  An opportunity to give your child an introduction to journalism and advance his or her writing skills by signing him or her up for Camp MAC, a five-day summer camp held at the state-of-the-art Media Arts Center at Palo Alto High School!  All proceeds of the camp go to support Paly's Media Arts program.  Camp MAC is taught exclusively by student journalists from Paly's award-winning publications.  Campers will write news stories, sports features and food reviews, as well as learn 21st century journalism skills like video broadcasting.  At the end of the week they will work with their counselors to make their own printed publication!  Early bird ends March 1, so sign up now!  Signups, prices and more information at  http://paly.io/campmac !

A Place for Your Child to Publish Their Writing! Scribere Online Literary Journal New
Is your child aged 11 to 18?   Do they love to write fiction, nonfiction, or poetry? Do they want to publish their writing?  Then check out Scribere! Scribere is a non-profit, online literary journal for youth ages 11 to 18.  Scribere's editorial board is comprised entirely of youth who are passionate about writing.  Scribere is currently seeking submissions for its inaugural issue!  For more information go to https://www.scribere.org/

Stanford Study: Restless Leg Syndrome New
Does your adolescent (age 13-17 years old) have symptoms of Restless Legs Syndrome?  If so, your adolescent may be eligible to participate in a clinical trial at the Stanford Sleep Medicine Center regarding an investigational medication that may be able to treat his/her condition.  Restless Legs Syndrome is characterized by an urge to move the legs that is worse at rest and at bedtime, and is temporary relieved by leg movement.  Participants will receive extensive sleep evaluation and reimbursement for participation.  For more information, please call Kary at (650) 721-7574 (For general information about participant rights, contact 866-680-2906.)
 

Volunteer Opportunity at Local Farmers Market
Help connect your community with great food and farmers!
We are currently accepting High School students to help with the downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market on Saturday morning. Earn those community service hours in the company of farmers, foodies, and awesome fruits and vegetables. Learn how a farmers' market is run and help make it go!
Minimum commitment is 1.5 hours, two Saturdays per month. Shifts are  7-8:30am and  11:30am-1pm
Please contact Jennifer Dell-Ernstrom ( jdellern@gmail.com) to find out more.

Bus Driver Appreciation Breakfast 
Wed, April 27, 8 AM 
Each year, the Palo Alto CAC honors the bus drivers who play a vital role in transporting students to and from school. We will serve breakfast to the bus drivers at their office. If you want to show your support for the dedication and kindness demonstrated daily by your child's bus driver, please send a thank-you note with your message to  CacBusDriverAppreciation@gmail.com . If you would like to donate a breakfast item or gift card/money, please let us know as well. Please send your messages by Sunday, April 23rd. Sponsored by  http://cacpaloalto.org/
 

Free Lecture: Media Moms & Digital Dads  
Thurs. April 27, 7 pm @ JLS Cafetorium, 480 E. Meadow Ave.
Yalda Uhls, Ph.D., author of  Media Moms & Digital Dads , will talk about the digital media landscape in which our kids live, learn, and play. She'll discuss media usage, social science research, opportunities and challenges presented by digital media, and how parents can navigate this rapidly evolving landscape with their kids. And she will offer expert advice on how parents can guide their kids to make responsible, respectful, and safe media choices. Books will be available at the event or at  Books Inc. in Palo Alto and Mountain View  ( http://www.booksinc.net/ search/site/media%20moms%20&% 20digital%20dads ) Open to all PAUSD parents, guardians and caregivers, especially of students currently in or entering middle school. Sponsored by PTAC, JLS PTA and Ohlone PTA. 
 
Special Olympics Schools Partnership: Track Meet
 
Fri, Apr 28, 9:30AM-Noon, Gunn High School, Athletic Fields, 780 Arastradero Road
PAUSD and Special Olympics Northern California have joined together in a new Special Olympics Schools Partnership program (https://www.sonc.org/programs/schools-partnership-program). Through sports, the program aims to provide opportunities for special education students and their peers to work together as teammates and to create inclusive opportunities in the school community. Come cheer on the students in their last big event of the year. Over 125 student athletes from PAUSD elementary, middle and high school and surrounding areas will be participating and showing off their skills in track and field events: running, throwing and jumping.
Parent volunteers from all PAUSD schools are needed to ensure a successful meet. Please signup here for setup, cleanup, lunch and event stations (round-trip student transportation is already provided): http://signup.com/go/seGY37. For more information, contact Angel Sheridan asheridan@pausd.org or the Palo Alto CAC paloaltocac@gmail.com

Use your Feet for Freedom 5k 
Sat, May 6, 8AM, Mitchell Park, 600 E. Meadow Dr., Palo Alto
It is a difficult thing to realize that slavery is still happening in this world. It is happening in other countries, as well as right here in the United States. It is happening in the form of human trafficking, domestic servitude, unpaid labor and sexual exploitation.  The statistics with regards to human trafficking are sobering, but everyone can help fight this tragedy   The Palo Alto Vineyard Church is hosting a 5k at Mitchell Park, the proceeds of which will be given Freedom House (
freedomhousesf.org ) which is committed to helping survivors of human trafficking.  Register at  http://tinyurl.com/zd6qrqj

Stanford University Julia Robinson Mathematics Festival (6-12th Grade) 
Sun May 7; 9:30 AM - 12 PM; McCaw Hall, Arrillaga Alumni Center, 326 Galvez St.
The Julia Robinson Mathematics Festival is a non-competitive celebration of great ideas and problems in mathematics for 6th through 12th graders.  Join to enjoy a multitude of rich math tasks and activities and discover the joy and beauty of mathematics.  Space is limited.  Registration is first come, first served.  $15/ student.  For more information and videos about the festival visit:  jrmf.org  To register visit:  jrmf.org/register.php  Questions?  info@jrmf.org  Parking is available at Parking structure 7, next to Patterson Building, 663 Serra St.
 
D-farm Design-A-Thon 
May 6 & 7, Cisco campus, San Jose
Calling all teens! a Dfarm Design-a-thon May 6 & 7, Cisco campus, San Jose
Are you a 7th to 12th grader who wants to solve real world problems or possibly create the next....?  Join us for a fun-filled weekend of learning and doing design thinking. Get inspired with the support of mentors, experts and master design thinkers.
$50 registration fee includes all meals and materials.  Space is limited.
Register at:    http://www.thedfarm.org/s2/?page_id=6548

2-day Digital Logic Workshop! 
Sat May 13 and 2010:00am - 12:30pm, Museum of American Heritage 351 Homer Ave Palo Alto
Students will learn about Binary mathematics, Boolean logic, and a variety of discrete digital logic circuits including: AND gates, OR gates, flip flops, counters, and timers.  They will also learn to assemble and solder a human reaction timer built from discrete digital logic devices! 2-day course is $70.00 for members and $80.00 for non-members.  Registration is required and can be found at www.moah.org/pdf/MOAH_ClassREGISTRATION.pdf
This event is for ages 10 and up. No exceptions.

Narnia: The Musical is coming to a stage near you! 
Apr 20 - 30; Cañada College Theater, 4200 Farm Hill Blvd, Redwood City
Come experience the enchanted world of Narnia presented by Bay Area Educational Theater Company. As siblings travel through a magical wardrobe, they encounter mythical creatures, battle good vs. evil, and learn lessons of courage, unselfishness and wisdom Tickets:  www.bayareaetc.org/tickets . Student and Senior tickets only $16; Adult tickets $21.
 
Teen Poetry Night 
Fri, Apr 28 7-8:30PM Rinconada Library, 1213 Newell Rd.
Join the Another Sky Writing Club for an evening of poetry, art activities, and snacks. Original work encouraged to share but not necessary to enjoy the evening! Grades 6-12.

Camp RMHS Camp Counselor Applications 
Are your children 16 or older and looking for a rewarding way to spend their summer break?  If your answer is "YES," Camp RMHS invites them to apply to become a Camp RMHS counselor this summer!  Camp RMHS runs Monday-Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., beginning June 5 through August 11, 2017.  For an application or more information, please email  kchandler@rmhstanford.org.    

Neighbors Abroad 2017 Summer Exchange Program
Want to travel to Mexico and become a member of a family there? Then apply to go on a summer student exchange to Palo Alto's Sister City of Oaxaca during the summer of 2017.  Students must be at least 15 years of age by June 2017 and studying Spanish at any level. For more information:  http://www.neighborsabroad.org/student-exchange  or contact Marion Mandell, Vice President for Oaxaca, at 650-493-3798 or  marionb@sonic.net  for an application

El Camino Youth Symphony Orchestra Spring Auditions for New Members 
Mar/Apr Palo Alto 
Palo Alto-based El Camino Youth Symphony invites musicians ages 6-18 to audition for the 2017-18 Season. Led by an internationally renowned faculty, ECYS offers six orchestras/ensembles for students at all levels of musical ability. Members are challenged with professional-level repertoire, receive support from professional coaches, and perform in concerts throughout the Bay Area. Auditions are held in March/April for the season that begins in August/September. Apply online at  www.ECYS.org . Call ECYS at 650-213-7111 for more information.

MOAH Build your own crystal radio
Sundays Apr 16-30, 1-3.30PM, MOAH, 351 Homer Av., Palo Alto
Join MOAH for a 3-day class and learn how to build your own crystal radio! Students (10y and above) will explore the history of radio dating back to Tesla and Marconi.  Basic radio theory, modulation, headphone function, and reading radio schematics will also be taught.  Cost: $75 Museum Members/$85 Non-members.  Please register at http://www.moah.org/pdf/MOAH_ClassREGISTRATION.pdf 
Questions:  admin@moah.org or fax 650-473-6950.  We hope to see you there!
   
Community Service Programs:
NEW! Service-learning online course and Summer Internship Academy for high school students. Document your project, earn the President's Award for Volunteer Service. Get Involved Palo Alto 501(3)c helps local students connect to their interests via service-learning, internships, and career education. Looking for an organization that matches your student's interests? Check out our vetted lists of nonprofits by interest category at:  http://www.getinvolvedpa.com/organizations.html.  Need to find an opportunity that matches your student's schedule? See the calendar of current projects at http://www.getinvolvedpa.com/opportunities-calendar.html. Visit the Get Involved Palo Alto website to sign up for the class, internship program and more helpful resources: Getinvolvedpa.com

Community Service and Service-Learning for High School Students
Get Involved Palo Alto 501(3)c started in the Paly Career Center in 2008, is now an independent nonprofit and partner with Youth Service America (YSA.or). We are local high school students and community members working to connect students to their interests via meaningful community service and service-learning, internships, and career education. Looking for an organization that matches your student's interests? Check out our vetted    lists of nonprofits by interest category. Need to find an opportunity that matches your student's schedule? See our  Calendar  of events. Want to  find your Sense of Purpose and earn the President's Award? Sign up for our  online class "Youth Changing the World" . Want to collaborate with others and further the mission of a local nonprofit organization? Join our   6-week Summer Internship Academy , we will craft an internship tailored to your specific interests and will work with you every step of the way.  Tuition waivers available for students with free or reduced lunch. Please email:   Getinvolvedpaloalto@gmail.com Getinvolvedpa.com

Parent Volunteers & Board Member Openings Get Involved PA
Want to make lasting change in our community? We are local high school students and community members working to connect students to their interests via meaningful community service, service-learning, internships, and career education. Get Involved Palo Alto  is a grassroots effort that began in the Paly Career Center 9 years ago, now we are a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization to benefit Paly and Gunn students in their pursuit of meaningful community service and service-learning internships. We need concerned parents and dynamic community members who can help us by serving on our board in these capacities: 1.) Board Secretary, 2.) Marketing Director, 3.) Fundraising Chair/Co-Chair, 4.) General Volunteers for events, marketing, database and virtual office. Join a dynamic group of caring community members who collaborate for the common good! Interested? Please email former Paly Career & Community Engagement Advisor Christina Owen: Christina@getinvolvedpa.com, Executive Director GiPA. 
 
Palo Alto Art Center Summer Counselor-in-Training Application Now Available
The Counselor in Training applications for the summer of 2017 are now available. Summer Camp Counselors in Training (CIT) are volunteers (12-17 years old) who assist professional art instructors in the day-to-day running of the Children's Fine Art summer camps. The Lead Counselor in Training (LCIT) program builds on experience as an Art Center CIT and provides opportunities for volunteers to help lead the CIT training, enjoy mentorship from college Children's Fine Art (CFA) interns, manage camper recreation, and take responsibility as the LCIT for one week of camps. More information can be found at http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/gov/depts/csd/artcenter/getinvolved/overview/program.asp
Summer 2017 Counselor in Training Application & Information: http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/civicax/filebank/documents/56059 
Summer 2017 Lead Counselor in Training Application & Information: http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/civicax/filebank/documents/56060

Stanford University Sleep Study for Youth 18-21    
The Department of Psychiatry at Stanford University is again recruiting 18-21 year-old youth with bipolar disorder to participate in a paid research study on sleep and mood.  For more information about this study, contact  dailyrest@stanford.edu or (650) 736-2689 or go to   http://med.stanford.edu/psychiatry/research/dailyreststudy.html

Walk & Roll to Palo Alto Libraries  - 
NEW Suggested Walking & Bicycling Routes Map 
 
Check out City of Palo Alto 's new Walk & Roll map with suggested walking and bicycling routes to Palo Alto libraries from every neighborhood citywide.   Palo Alto libraries are popular after-school destinations and they often are the center of fun family outings. Walking and bicycling is an active, healthy, fun way to get there!  See the new Walk & Roll to Libraries brochure with map here  http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/documents/PASRTL_Map_Brochure_092116.pdf
 

Classroom Volunteers Needed - An Hour a Week Could Change a Student's Life  
 
If you've enjoyed spending time in your child's classroom, please join other parents volunteering in east Menlo Park or East Palo Alto schools where there are virtually no parent volunteers. You'll help tutor kids in grades K-4. Over 80% of students are performing below grade level in reading and math. Work once a week in the same classroom for about an hour, building relationships with students. All Students Matter provides training and coordinates everything. We start in mid-September. You can make a real difference!  To learn more or sign up, visit  www.allstudentsmatter.org or contact Keri Tully at  keritully@gmail.com
 
 
 
 
 
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