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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 17 Board Meeting |
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The San Mateo Union High School District Board of Trustees invites you to attend a Board Meeting on Thursday, December 17 at 7 p.m. via Zoom. The Board meeting includes a presentation on the following topics of community interest:
- Swearing in of Newly Elected Board of Trustees - Ms. Ligia Andrade Zuniga and Mr. Gregory Land and Designation of New Officers: President - Mr. Robert Griffin; Vice President - Mr. Peter Hanley; Clerk - Ms. Linda Lees Dwyer.
- Purchase and Sale Agreement and Joint Escrow Instructions for the Sale of Crestmoor School Site to D.R. Horton Bay, Inc.
- Approve Project List Schedule Issuance - Measure L
- Presentation and Acceptance of the Independent Auditor's Report for the the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2020
- Presentation of Measures M, O and L General Obligation Bond Performance Audit
Webinar ID: 981 8135 4126
Passcode: 353168
Phone
1 669 900 9128
6799 or +1 646 558 8656
Webinar ID: 981 8135 4126
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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We are Hiring!
Register with EdJoin to submit your application for one of the seven open short-term Health Aide positions with the San Mateo Union High School District.
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Dual Enrollment Opportunities for SMUSHD Students
Classes start week of January 25, 2021
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The following three courses, open to all SMUHSD students, will be offered virtually during the Spring 2021 semester. These classes are offered through a partnership with the San Mateo Community College District and Skyline College.
- EMC 400 Emergency Medical Responder
- HSCI 180 Gateway to Health Careers
- Business 161 Creativity and Innovation in Entrepreneurship
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Free and Local Food Resources
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 through May 2021:
Fridays, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
(Closed Christmas and New Year's Day)
Wednesdays, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
If you are interested in volunteering at the Community Markets, please sign up using the links below:
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Free Online Art Classes Through Foothill College |
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SMUHSD students are invited to enroll in free online art classes through Foothill College. Classes start January 4, 2021. These classes are:
- FREE to all high school students through the dual enrollment program at Foothill College.
- Completely asynchronous, students work on their own time, we do not meet on Zoom.
- Fulfill the art, visual arts, creative arts, or elective requirement for high school graduation.
- 4-units of college credit, transferable to UC/CSU.
Classes this Spring:
- Illustration & Digital Art (CRN 31161) make art on paper, phone, tablet or computer
- Game Art & Design (CRN 31104) draw game characters and fan art
- Typography (CRN 30205) create with hand lettering and fonts
- UI/UX design (CRN 30708) create prototypes for mobile apps
- Graphic Design I (CRN 30204) design for social media, posters, infographics, packaging
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District and Community Events |
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Upcoming Virtual Performances
Friday, December 18
Hillsdale High School presents its virtual Winter Concert on Friday, December 18 at 7 p.m. via Zoom. Students from every ensemble (163) are coming together to perform selections from The Polar Express, along with one additional number for each ensemble.
Friday, December 18
The Capuchino Music Department will be hosting the 2020 Virtual Winter Concert via YouTube on Friday, December 18. The broadcast will begin at 7 p.m. and will include performances from our Chamber Singers, String & Chamber Orchestras, Concert & Symphonic Bands, Color Guard and more.
Friday, December 18
The Mills Music Department presents an online concert via YouTube on Friday, December 18 featuring: its Choir, String Ensemble, Jazz and Concert Bands. Learn more.
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Helping Kids Thrive During the Holidays and COVID-19: Town Hall Meeting on December 15
Tuesday, December 15
6 – 7 p.m.
Now, more than ever, the mental health of our children and families has become a public health priority. Join Dr. Aaron Nayfack, Sequoia Healthcare District Director and Developmental/Behavioral Pediatrician, as he shares his expertise and observations on helping kids thrive during the holidays and COVID-19.
Parents, caregivers, educators, clinicians, community members, and non-profit partners welcome! Free admission. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation will be provided.
This special Town Hall meeting is presented by Sequoia Healthcare District.
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Virtual Returning College Students Panel is Monday, December 28
The Gate Parents Group presents the Returning College Students Panel, featuring SMUHSD alumni, on Monday, December 28 at 7 p.m. via Zoom.
Would you like to hear about college life after high school? Do you have questions about what college looks like during COVID? The GATE Parents' Group is hosting a moderated panel of 14 alumni of SMUHSD schools who are excited to share their college experiences. They represent colleges all over the country, public and private, and a wide array of different majors.
Due to the large number of attendees, a live Q&A will not be possible. Students can submit questions prior to the event via a Google Form.
More information will be posted on the SMUHSD calendar as the date approaches.
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Save the Date - Unity in the Community Virtual Event is January 12, 2021
The Black Parents Association of SMUHSD presents the second in its Unity in the Community series on January 12, 2021. More information will be posted as the date nears.
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Meeting on Proposed US 101/Peninsula Avenue Interchange Project is January 27
The City of San Mateo is hosting an interactive community meeting on Wednesday January 27, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. to inform and answer questions about the proposed US 101/Peninsula Avenue Interchange Project.
The meeting will be held virtually on Zoom. The link will be provided on a forthcoming announcement flyer or on the project website in January.
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Adolescent Counseling Services Presents Free Webinars for Parents/Guardians
SMUHSD families are invited to attend the following free webinars:
The Basics of Teen Substance Use
Talking to Your Teen, Session 1
Talking to Your Teen, Session 2
What is "Normal" for Teens?
How Do I Set Limits with My Teen?
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Capuchino Alumni Association Announced as Grant Recipient
The San Bruno Community Fund recently announced that Capuchino High School Alumni Association was the recipient of one of its 2020-2021 Grants.
The $24,451 grant will be used to fund professional development training for Capuchino High School faculty to participate in an Equity Summit, which will include implicit bias reflection and identification, training on anti-racist practices, and establishing equity goals.
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District Students and Staff Participate in United Against Hate Week
United Against Hate is a call for local civic action by people in every Bay Area community to stop the hate and implicit biases that are a dangerous threat to the safety and civility of our neighborhoods, towns and cities. Capuchino and Mills High Schools participated in United Against Hate Week, which took place November 30 - December 6:
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Capuchino students, alumni and staff member Lucero Govea worked together to create this San Bruno Stands United Against Hate PSA.
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Mills High School students contributed to the United Against Hate Week as well. View student artwork, poetry and more.
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