Topics Below:
- Principal Message:
- Flexible Test Takers
- Campus Happenings
- Sam Trans wants to hear from you
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Principal Message:
This morning the district sent a communication to our families at Borel Middle school regarding a Shelter in Place and we want to provide you all with more information. A staff member and a few students heard a student say that someone had a weapon, but no one could identify who might have said it. The comment was made in the hallway after the first period bell rang.
We immediately enacted the shelter in place protocol. We then reviewed attendance records for students who were marked late and interviewed them. We then worked with all students on campus to check their bags. We did find a toy water gun today as a result of searching the bags. We lifted the Shelter in Place at 10 am. SMPD was present on campus during this investigation. The remainder of the school day was without incident.
We ask that all parents remind their children not to bring any toys to school, especially when they may look like a prohibited item. There are consequences if you bring a toy gun as it can feel real and scary. If your student would like to speak with someone, know that our counseling team is available to talk for those who need additional support.
This Monday we began our state testing with math in our extended homeroom testing blocks. Students were prepared with their chromebooks charged (thank you!) and focused on their work. On Tuesday, there was a state wide glitch where screens went blank for some students. They were flexible in that moment and the system error has been resolved.
Next week, they will take their English Language Arts test. In the morning before testing, we have been taking a mindful moment to help relax. It has been very peaceful.
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Campus Happenings
Last week students made flowers and learned about Cinco de Mayo in Spanish class and in our Latinex Affinity Club.
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Also, last week some students got to see Rookie. He is the San Mateo Police puppy who came around to say hi. SMPD’s PAL (Police Activities League) has many fun, low cost options for students this summer. Check out more here (or see flyer below)
This Tuesday we had our last ELAC (English Learner Advisory Committee) Meeting. We celebrated Mother’s Day with some beautiful treats and flowers. There was great information shared and great questions. Click here to view our presentation which is in English and Spanish.
Thanks for signing those permission slips for the 8th Grade Great America Field Trip and 7th Grade Raging Waters Field Trip. We want all of our students to enjoy these special end of the year events. If a student needs financial assistance, please just let us know. Our great PTA is helping put together a super fun dance for our 8th Grade Students and they can use your help:
They are asking for a $50.00 donation per student to cover these costs. If you would like to sponsor an 8th grader, please consider donating more. Your contribution is greatly appreciated! Please contribute online at the Borel PTA website BorelBobcats.org/Promotion or Leave a check payable to "Borel PTA" with Ms. Chan in the front office. Use this Promotion Donation Form to accompany your check.
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Sam Trans wants to hear from you SamTrans is hosting a virtual community meeting Tuesday, May 24 on the Youth Unlimited Pilot Program. SamTrans staff will provide information on the pilot program granting free SamTrans bus passes to low-income students, share results of the program thus far and allow the public to provide their feedback. This will all help SamTrans with evaluation of the program and determine its future. To participate, here are the details below:
Tuesday, May 24
5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Languages: English, Spanish
Call in option: 669 900 6833
Zoom webinar ID: 867 8674 3949
Request for translation and interpretation for languages other than Spanish must be made 72 hours before the event by emailing info@samtrans.com or calling Customer Service at 1-800-660-4287. You can reach us at the same email and phone number for any questions or if you need any further information.
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State Testing Schedule
May 16, 17,19, 20-
English Language Arts
*Week of May 23
-Science (8th grade only, administered during science class)
-Make up tests
*regular bell schedule
A special bell schedule has been created to accommodate the testing block.
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Community, Continuing and Corporate Education (CCCE) at San Mateo County Community College District is pleased to announce the launch of the 2022 Bay Area Pathways Academy™ (BAPA) website. BAPA is a comprehensive academic, enrichment and fitness summer program at the College of San Mateo for students entering grades 6 to 9. The camp will be run “live” in-person this year!
or leave us a voicemail at 650-574-6149
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Health Curriculum for 6th and 7th grade students: Health and Science Curriculum: Coming up in May, your child will receive information in 6th grade about drug prevention. In 7th grade, they will receive information through science puberty entitled Teen Talk. More information to come from your child's science teacher, including opt out instructions.
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Yearbooks are still for sale
There are two ways to purchase a yearbook:
Pay online!
search for "Borel" to pay with a credit card. Or you can drop off a check or cash to the front office.
1/1/22 - 6/1/22 $45.00
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- The birth of an elementary Gay-Straight Alliance club (GSA)
- Curriculum for Harvey Milk Day
- Tips for responding to triggers
- Alternatives to typical gender segregated activities
- Pride events in San Mateo
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Parent Workshops of Interest |
Empowering Youth through Storytelling
Date: Thursday, May 19, 2022
Time: 4 - 6:30pm
Redwood City Public Library
1044 Middlefield road, Redwood City CA , 94063
StarVista's Health Ambassador Program for Youth (HAP-Y) is inviting you to our 2022 Mental Health Month Event - Empowering Youth Through Storytelling. This event is an open forum to empower youth in SMC to take action for their Mental Health by sharing a story that is inspiring, freeing, and de-stigmatizing.
Come join us as we listen to SMC youth share their experiences with mental health, and if you feel moved to, you're more than welcome to share your story as well.
Be Sensitive, Be Brave for Mental Health (MANDARIN)
Friday, May 13 | 9am-12pm
Virtual Location: Registration link here
Details: “表達關懷，勇敢提問: ⼼理健康”通過⼼理健康基礎研討會注⼊⽂化和多元性因素。這個免費的研討 會讓社區成員準備好在困難時期幫助朋友和親⼈。了解如何識別⼼理健康狀況、當有⼈需要⽀持時 該怎麼做以及保持良好⼼理健康的⼯具。
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training (English)
Saturday, May 14 | 8:30am-5pm; Please RSVP by Sunday, May 8, 2022
Location: San Carlos Library (610 Elm St, San Carlos, CA 94070)
Fentanyl Prevention Education: How to Help Teens Make Healthy Decisions
Eduardo Torres, Senior Prevention Specialist, Prevention Solutions (Betty Ford Hazeldon Foundation)
Wednesday, May 18, 2022, 5:30pm – 6:30pm PDT, Online Event (Live)
Understanding Severe Mental Health Conditions in Children and Youth
Steve Smith, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Professor of Psychology, UCSB
Tuesday, May 24, 2022, 5:30pm – 6:30pm PDT, Online Event (Live)
Mental health is an important part of children’s overall health and well-being. What should parents know about severe mental health concerns like anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, psychosis, and more?
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San Mateo Science Bowl Club
Excited to announce that the San Mateo Science Bowl Club will be hosting another middle school science bowl for all the local middle schools. It is a competition that nurtures the middle schoolers' interest in STEM subjects through friendly competition. The SM Science Bowl will be following a very similar model to the SLAC science bowl: toss-up questions (7 seconds to answer), and Bonus questions (20 seconds to answer and only given if the toss-up is answered correctly). Due to the complications caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, we will be hosting it online through zoom. The teams will not be pitted against each other but rather will be given the opportunity to answer questions as a team. The team with the highest score will win prizes. The event is planned to occur on May 21st, a Saturday. Please fill out the form linked here if you are interested in participating.
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Upcoming Important Dates:
May 18
Promotion ticket ordering help 1:00-3:30pm Borel Office
May 23
6th Grade & Jazz Band Concert
6:00-8:30pm
May 24
Concert & Symphonic Bands & Wind Ensemble 6:00-8:30pm
May 25
Orchestras & Choir
6:00-8:30pm
May 25
Incoming 6th Grade Student Focused Orientation
5:00-6:00pm
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If your child is absent, please call the school's attendance line 650-312-7669 directly to report their absence.
Please contact Kristie Bales at: kbales@smfc.k12.ca.us to send in medical appointment notes.
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BOREL MIDDLE SCHOOL CLASS OF 2022
Parents, we need your help to make this a memorable time for the 8th graders. Your donation will help cover the cost of promotion activities including the June 10th dance and more!
We are asking for a $50.00 donation per student. If you would like to sponsor an 8th grader, please consider donating more. Your contribution is greatly appreciated!
There will be a donation form going home with your student this week. Please ask for it in order to make your donation.
Thank you.
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The last day to return books to the library is: June 3 |
As a reminder, the last day to return books will be June 3. Thanks!
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Borel Boosters 2021-2022
We are getting closer to our goal of $140,000 for the year. As of 05/9, we are at 87.3%, coming in at $122,200 but could still benefit greatly from those last minute donations and corporate matches! Please DONATE NOW if you can! If you have not yet submitted any corporate matching donation requests, please do so now so the PTA sees the donations before the end of the school year! Borel PTA’s EIN is 94-2644497.
Open PTA Board Roles for 2022-2023
Our PTA election season has begun and we are looking forward to engaging with all of you to nominate and approve next year's PTA Board. Below are next year's open roles. Our PTA's roles are more critical than ever to connect parents, teachers, administrators, and students in supporting Borel's important school needs. We encourage you to participate in this key process because we can do more together to Build a Brighter Future for all our Bobcats. Feel free to reach out to any of our current board members or email leaders@borelbobcats.org with your questions. We have the following open roles:
President
VP Community
VP Fundraising
VP Membership
Parliamentarian
Auditor
Extracurricular Liaisons
Searching for the Perfect Gift?
Get a jump-start on your graduation and end of school year gifts! Need graduation cards or customizable gifts for family? Start your Shutterfly shopping via this URL: borelpta.shutterflystorefront.com and everything happens automatically after that. 8% of the proceeds goes back to Borel Middle School. Looking for that perfect gift? Shop at Amazon via this URL: smile.amazon.com and select Borel Middle School as your beneficiary. More details on all our Vendor Fundraising can be found here. Questions? Please email Jen at fundraisingevents@borelbobcats.org.
Wellness Newsletter
Wellness Ambassador, Tiffany Wightman, writes about burnout and how it’s important to recognize it, address it through reprioritizing, monotasking, limiting technology and finding an outlet that speaks to you. Seeking relief and time to decompress throughout the day in small obtainable ways is important for your overall mental and physical health. Please view this month’s article or visit the wellness corner for all her articles!
Join Us on Facebook!
Link up with our community of Borel parents on Facebook! Search for us at Borel Bobcat Boosters. This is a great way to get Borel community news and tips relevant to you and your student as well as interact with current Borel parents. Questions, please email Communications@borelbobcats.org
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