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San Mateo Union High School District
A Commitment to Qualify Education for a Better Future
650 N. Delaware Street, San Mateo, CA 94401
650-558-2299 | www.smuhsd.org
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December 3 Special Board Meeting |
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The San Mateo Union High School District Board of Trustees invites you to attend a Special Board Meeting on Thursday, December 3 at 5:30 p.m. via Zoom.
Topics include:
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Approval of Response to the Grand Jury Report on "Hate @ Schools - Opportunities Lost" - The Board will be asked to approve the response to the report.
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Spring Semester Committee Report - The committee, consisting of a wide range of stakeholders including teachers, parents, students, classified staff and administrators will give a report.
Webinar ID: 980 3659 0161
Passcode: 353168
Join via Phone:
US: +1 669 900 9128
Webinar ID: 980 3659 0161
Passcode: 353168
Public Comments
If you wish to make a comment about an agenda item or during the public comments section at the beginning of the agenda, please send an email to comments@smuhsd.org with your name, email address, and your zoom name (if different) and the item under which you would like to comment. The Board president will call on you. Please note that comments are limited to three minutes. The Board President may increase or decrease the time allowed for public presentation, depending upon the topic and number of persons wishing to be heard.
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Free Food Resources Available to the Community
San Mateo Union High School, Millbrae, San Mateo-Foster City and San Bruno Park School Districts are now offering grab and go meals to ALL students 18 years and younger, regardless of what school they attend. Please help us spread the word about this FREE food resource for the community.
In addition to the above free resources, College of San Mateo and Skyline are also offering free drive-thru community markets for the public:
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Dual Enrollment Opportunities for SMUSHD Students
Classes start week of January 25, 2021
The following three courses, open to all SMUHSD students, will be offered during the Spring 2021 semester. These classes are offered through a partnership with the San Mateo Community College District and Skyline College.
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EMC 400 Emergency Medical Responder: Develops manipulative and problem solving skills necessary for the initial evaluation and stabilization of victims of emergency illness or trauma. First Responder-level training for fire service, emergency, law enforcement, civil, and industrial personnel. Upon completion, student receives an American Red Cross CPR for Healthcare Provider card and a Skyline College course completion certificate.
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HSCI 180 Gateway to Health Careers: Introduction of skills, attributes and basic knowledge required for entry into various health care professions. Includes basic assessment, CPR, and math calculations used in health care. Emphasis on providing a foundation for future health career classes.
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Business 161/Creativity and Innovation in Entrepreneurship: Emphasis on creativity and innovation as a strategic process. Includes the role of risk-taking in entrepreneurship, opportunities that lead to successful business ventures and the examination of personality traits of successful entrepreneurs. For potential or present entrepreneurs with no prior business experience.
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We are hiring!
Visit EdJoin to find out more about the following vacancy:
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District and Community Events |
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Tonight at 6 p.m. - A Guide in Supporting Your Student's Mental Health During COVID
Virtual webinar is today, Monday, November 30
SMUHSD and Essential School Solutions present A Guide in Supporting Your Student's Mental Health During COVID on Monday, November 30 at 6 p.m.
As students continue to adjust to virtual education and social distancing, parents and caregivers are faced with supporting students with heightened states of fear and anxiety. In this presentation, participants will gain an awareness of the potential traumatic impact of COVID on students, along with tips to support their mental health.
Learn:
- Impact of traumatic stress on children and adolescents
- Ten tips on how to support youth during COVID
- Self-care for parents and students
- Resources you can turn to when you are concerned
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Upcoming Virtual Performances
December 3
Burlingame and San Mateo High Schools Joint Choir Winter Concert 2020 will be virtual this year on Thursday, December 3 at 7 p.m., but no less of a spectacular performance by our high school students who sing in the Chorus, Concert Choir, and Chamber Singers. Learn more.
December 11 and 12
San Mateo High School presents Hits Different, a Virtual Musical Theatre Class Showcase on December 11 and 12 at 7 p.m. Learn more and access the show via Zoom.
December 12
The Aragon High School Winter Concert, under the direction of Mr. John Chen and Mr. Kevin Gallagher features all performing ensembles, classes and clubs. The concert will be streamed live on YouTube (stay tuned for the link). Learn more.
San Mateo High School will be presenting a Devised Theatre Project this Fall, dates TBD. Visit the SMHS Drama website or more information.
Aragon High School Drama will present Student Acts this Fall, dates TBD. Visit the AHS Drama website for more information.
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Mental Health 101: When Parents Should Worry
December 7 Webinar presented by The Parent Education Series
How can parents support the mental health of children and teens, especially during a pandemic? With rates of anxiety and depression on the rise, many parents wonder: Should I be worried?
Join us for a critical discussion about how parents and schools can promote youth mental wellness. Learn how to identity and support students impacted by mental health concerns, and how to recognize the signs of suicidality.
According to Shashank Joshi, MD, Stanford psychiatrist and an expert in mental health and suicide prevention, "We need healthy minds in order to learn." Dr. Shashank Joshi is an associate professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the Stanford School of Medicine and an associate professor by courtesy at the Stanford Graduate School of Education. He is the lead author of the K12 Toolkit for Mental Health Promotion and Suicide Prevention used by the California Department of Education.
Additional Upcoming Workshops
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December 2: Parent Forum (Spanish) #8, La Familia y Las Festividades: Un Tiempo Para Re-Conectarse, will focus on helping families cope with the loss of Latinx holiday traditions
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December 3: Mindfulness and Self-Care Workshop for Parents and Caregivers, presented by Carin Winter, founder of Mission Be
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December 11: How to Give Advice Your Child (Might) Listen To with Dr. Eran Magen
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What Parents/Guardians Need to Know About College of San Mateo
A webinar for parents/guardians of 12th Graders
San Mateo Union High School District invites parents and guardians of SMUHSD 12th graders to attend a Zoom webinar on Tuesday, December 8 at 7 p.m.: What You Need to Know About College of San Mateo.
Learn from CSM College Recruiter Estela Garcia, as she talks about:
- Course offerings
- Transfer process
- Opportunities
The event will also feature a live question and answer session.
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Upcoming City of San Mateo Workshops
Spanish interpretation will be available
Join the City of San Mateo for a free virtual workshop series will be an interactive and engaging dialogue on diversity, equity and inclusion. Space is limited, so register today to share your thoughts and hear from others in your community.
The following workshops are hosted by the City of San Mateo and the Peninsula Conflict Resolution Center. Join one or all of the events. Attendees can actively participate during the conversations & workshops. Spanish interpretation will be available. Space is very limited and advanced registration is required.
Film & Dialogue: Exploring Identities & Addressing Bias
Tuesday, December 1, 6:30 - 8 p.m.
Engage in an evening of deep dialogue and reflection regarding identities, social inequities and race. We want to hear your experiences and stories of hope. Our goal is to increase empathy and respect while denouncing all forms of hate in our community.
PCRC will facilitate an interactive virtual session where participants can engage with other members of their community in small group discussions. The event will include short films followed by breakout room discussions amongst participants and facilitators. Registration is required.
Implicit Bias Workshop
Thursday, December 3, 6:30 - 8 p.m.
Attend this tailored and engaging training that focuses on defining and understanding implicit bias. Participants will learn about the influence of bias and how bias may affect daily interactions and decision making. Learn practical interpersonal approaches to minimize and begin exploring and addressing implicit bias. Space is very limited and registration is required.
Cross-Cultural Communication Workshop
Thursday, December 10, 6:30 - 8 p.m.
This will be an interactive training that empowers individuals and professionals to break down the barriers of division and to cultivate diversity through the lens of Cultural Humility principles and practices. Spanish interpretation will be available. Space is very limited and registration is required.
Visit PCRC's website for more information about the San Mateo-based nonprofit.
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Capuchino High Student Leadership Support Communities Impacted by Fires
In response to the devastating wild fires that impacted several areas throughout the state, CHS Student Leadership collected new and sealed food items to be delivered to the Redwood Empire Food Bank in Santa Rosa, a local Bay Area food bank, located in an area that has already been deeply affected by wildfires in the past.
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San Mateo Adult School Students and Staff Members Recognized by City Council
Two San Mateo Adult School students, Vanessa Santos and Xin Ying Li, and two staff members, Stephanie Kriebel and Marina Kravtsova, were recognized by San Mateo City Council as CERT volunteers active in the community during the COVID-19 pandemic this past summer. The group was specifically recognized for serving meals to seniors.
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Art of Self Care Workshop is a Success with Students
Capuchino High's Zan Levine recently organized a workshop for District students with San Mateo County office of Education's Michelle Holdt.
The Art of Self Care online workshop took place on November 10 and combined Art Journal Making, Mindfulness Practices, Collaborative Conversations/Mirroring, and Creative Writing Strategies designed to nurture and restore your spirit.
Here is what some students said about the workshop:
"Her exercises really helped me de-stress myself in the moment and I became very calm and less stressed and tense like I usually am during the week."
"I really enjoyed The Art of Self Care! It was very eye-opening and even though the class wasn't long, I learned a lot about myself and the peers around me."
"I attended the Art of Self Care and thought it was inspiring. I love seeing other people use creativity as a way to make them feel happy because one day I want that to be me, so it gave me hope and new ideas."
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Burlingame High Students Win First Place in Film Contest
California's Directing Change Program recently announced Burlingame High School students Ryan Kang and Keunho Kim as the first place winners in its Hope and Justice category for the month of October.
The students' advisor is BHS Teacher Stephen Erle.
Watch their award winning film, Quarantined Hope.
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Follow This!
Want to brighten up your Instagram feed? Follow these two Aragon accounts to get inspired by student artists!
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