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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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Next Board Meeting: October 13 | |
Spotlight on Student Learning | |
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CAASSP, CAST and Students on Track for Graduation
At their September 29 meeting the Board heard a Spotlight on Student Learning highlighting academic progress on the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASSP test); the California Science Test (CAST); and data around students who are on track for graduation. The report included successes, areas for growth and current strategies to intervene or improve student results. Watch the report.
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SMUHSD 12th Graders: Get Help Filling out FAFSA or CADAA Applications
These applications (or an opt-out form) are graduation requirements for Class of 2023
Don’t leave money on the table for college. All high school seniors should plan to start filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application (CADAA), beginning October 1. These applications help students know how much money they could get to help them pay for college from grants, work-study, student loans, or scholarships.
FAFSA / CADAA Workshops will be offered to ALL SMUHSD students and families on the following dates:
- Saturday, October 22, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
- Tuesday, November 15, 6 - 8 p.m.
Both workshops will be held at Hillsdale High School library.
Learn more and sign up.
Additional Upcoming Financial Aid Event Tomorrow Night - October 11
The District is hosting a virtual Financial Aid Information Night on Tuesday, October 11, from 7 - 8 p.m. Attend and get answers to your financial aid questions.
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Free Covid 19 Vaccine Clinics
SMCOE and San Mateo County Health are offering free COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics:
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Dates: Friday, October 14, 1 - 4 p.m. and Friday, November 18, 1 - 4 p.m.
- Location: Anne Campbell Center, 65 Tower Road, San Mateo.
- Vaccinations are available for children (3 and older) and adults.
Learn more.
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College Fair is Thursday, October 20
The San Mateo Union High School District presents its Districtwide College Fair on Thursday, October 20 at San Mateo High School.
View the fair program to see what colleges will be in attendance.
Learn more: www.smuhsd.org/collegefair
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San Mateo High School Art Show at County Center
Join us in celebrating student artists at this year’s San Mateo High School Student Art Showcase in the Café Gallery at 400 County Center.
The showcase, on display from October 4 - November 4, is free and open to the public Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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Upcoming Plays and Musicals | |
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Aragon
- Mamma Mia: November 17-20
Burlingame
- Terry Pratchett's Maskerade: October 27-30
- Disaster!: March 17-18, March 24-26
Capuchino
- Clue: November 17-19
- Spring Musical TBD: March 16-18
Hillsdale
- 9 to 5 the Musical: October 27-30
Mills
- Shakespeare in Love: October 27-29
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Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical: April 21-22 and April 28-29
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San Mateo
- Cabaret: October 20-23
- Something Rotten: February 3-5, and February 9 -11
- The Mousetrap: April 13-16
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Mental Health and Wellness News | |
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Now Hiring: Mental Health Therapists
SMUHSD is in search of Mental Health Therapists to support student mental health/welfare and wellness through capacity building direct services, consultation and outreach.
Therapists provide mental health services including counseling, consultation, mental health evaluations, treatment and case management for individuals and families.
The District has openings at Burlingame, Hillsdale and San Mateo High Schools.
View the notice of vacancy on Edjoin.
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Webinar: Restoring Youth Mental Health: Innovations in Access, Prevention, and Treatment
Join the Stanford Graduate School of Education on Thursday, November 10 at 4 p.m. for an engaging panel discussion featuring three experts in the field of youth mental health and well-being.
Each panelist brings a different perspective from their part of the field and will share a report on their work as well as actionable insights on this critical topic.
Learn more and register for this free event.
This event is free and open to the public, made available through a partnership between the Stanford University Graduate School of Education, Challenge Success, and the U.S. Surgeon General’s Call to Action on Youth Mental Health.
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Upcoming Family Education Webinars
The Stolen Year: How Covid Changed Children’s Lives, and Where We Go Now
The cost of closing our schools for so long during COVID, made with good intentions, has not yet been fully reckoned with. NPR education reporter Anya Kamenetz shows how the pandemic disrupted children’s lives—and how our country failed to put our children first.
This presentation is sponsored by Sequoia Healthcare District and Peninsula Health Care District, in partnership with The Parent Venture.
Fentanyl Prevention Education: How to Help Teens Make Healthy Decisions
Join Stacey Wisniewski, Senior Prevention Specialist, Prevention Solutions, Hazeldon Betty Ford Foundation, to understand the risks of intentional and unintentional fentanyl use among adolescents. The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is an international leader in prevention science and education practices.
This presentation is sponsored by Woodside PTSA, Sequoia Union High School District, Sequoia Healthcare District, Peninsula Health Care District, and The Parent Venture.
Raising a Well-Balanced Student: Avoiding a Culture of Stress
- Wednesday, October 26, 2022, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m., Online Event (Live)
- Speaker: Denise Pope, PhD, Stanford University Graduate School of Education
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Register: https://denisepope2022stanford.eventbrite.com
- Free admission.
- Simultaneous Spanish interpretation will be available.
In this workshop, Denise Pope, PhD, will examine the tension that parents, students, and teachers experience over issues such as homework, grades, and the culture of competition, and offer tools for creating healthier home and school climates.
This special event is sponsored by Peninsula Health Care District, San Mateo Union High School District, and Sequoia Healthcare District, in partnership with The Parent Venture.
Questions about the above webinars? Contact Charlene Margot, MA, Co-Founder and CEO, The Parent Venture (The Parent Education Series), at cmargot@parentventure.org.
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Sustainable San Mateo County Seeks Award Nominations
Sustainable San Mateo County (SSMC) is now accepting nominations for its 2023 awards program, which honors those who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to sustainable practices in San Mateo County. Applications must be received by November 18. SSMC will celebrate the awardees at its 24th annual Awards Celebration during the spring of 2023.
Sustainability Award nominations may be made in five categories: individuals, nonprofits, businesses, educational institutions and government agencies. In addition, SSMC is accepting nominations for its 21st annual Green Building Award, which it cosponsors with the American Institute of Architects San Mateo Chapter.
Application forms and criteria for the awards are available on SSMC’s website.
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Last Day to Register to Vote in November 8 Election is October 24
The last day to register to vote for the November 8, 2022, General Election is October 24, 2022.
All California active registered voters will receive a vote-by-mail ballot for the November 8, General Election.
Your county elections office will begin mailing ballots by October 10, 2022.
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Attention High School Students:
Student Poll Workers
Did you know you can be a poll worker starting at age 16? Get a firsthand look at our democracy by supporting your community - and maybe make a little money on the side! Learn more.
Pre-Registering to Vote
Online pre-registration is available for eligible 16 and 17 year-olds by visiting registertovote.ca.gov. California youth who pre-register to vote will have their registration become active once they turn 18 years old.
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Cafeteria Staff - Permanent and Substitute Positions Available
SMUHSD parents/guardians/grandparents: Learn more about a great opportunity to make money and help your school community:
Highlights
- Work four hours a day, Monday-Friday
- Summers off and paid holidays
- Health benefit opportunities
- Starting pay is $23.58
About the job
Under the immediate direction of the Nutrition Services Lead, prepare and serve food in a school cafeteria; maintain food service facilities in a clean and sanitary condition.
Employees with minimal experience in food services may be trained on all duties to be assigned.
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We are Hiring
Check out the following notices of vacancies at our school sites, District Office and Transportation Department. Applicants need to register for an EdJoin account and apply online.
Executive Coordinator to the Chief Business Officer
View all current openings: www.smuhsd.org/careers
Transportation Jobs
Please also check out the following openings in our Transportation Department:
Adult School Opportunities
Visit the Ed Join website to see open positions at San Mateo Adult and Career Education (San Mateo Adult School).
Substitute Teaching Positions
Visit www.smuhsd.org/substitute for more information about substitute teaching.
Substitute Classified (Non Teaching) Positions
Need a Flexible Work Arrangement? Try Substituting with Us!
Learn more about the following substitute opportunities and apply online on Edjoin today!
To see a complete list of current vacancies - permanent and substitute, visit www.smuhsd.org/careers.
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