Upcoming General Meeting - October 24th

UC college applications are due in November. The PTO is hosting a College Prep Night on Tuesday, October 24 at 7:30pm on Zoom with special guest, Mills Counselor Rachel Mack. She will spend time reviewing the U/CSU app process, in addition to discussing the transfer process from local community colleges.

Zoom info is on millshspto.org

Zoom info:

Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86113961532 

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Counselors' Connection

Did you miss Senior College Info Night?

Parents with seniors planning to apply to 4-year colleges are encouraged to review the following resources!

• College Info Night slides 
• Upcoming College Application Workshops - Including CSU Workshop this Wed. 10/11 at Flex!
• Counselors’ Presentation on the College Application Process



Have questions? Reach out to Ms. Murtagh or your student's school counselor!

Join Mills Music 5th Annual Groove-a-thon

The 5th annual Groove-a-thon will be held Friday October 13 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. The stage will be outside the music room facing Center Court. Groove-a-thon is a fun, casual event with the students in all music groups performing songs they choose

9th Grade Family Meet & Greet

Districtwide College Fair - Oct 19th

Students and families are invited to join us at the Districtwide College Fair! This year, the event will be held at Aragon High School on

Thursday, October 19 from 6:30 - 8 p.m.

Highlights:

Representatives from 60+ colleges will be in attendance

Representatives from the military, Hispanic Serving Institutions and Community Colleges will also be on hand

Presentation on "Writing the College Essay"

Learn more: www.smuhsd.org/collegefair

Canvas Training Sessions - LAST SESSION TONIGHT!

Canvas is Easy to Use - Let us Help You! The District is offering three in-person workshops in Spanish and one in Portuguese in September and October. 

October 10, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

San Mateo High School Library 

Learn more: https://www.smuhsd.org/tech-support

Questions? Contact District Family Engagement Coordinator Elsa Pulido: epulido@smuhsd.org

Tech Support - Family Portals

SMUHSD Families: Do you need assistance with: 

• Aeries Parent Portal access/account setup
• Canvas Observer access
• Parent Square access/account setup
• Hotspots

From August 7 - October 27, 2023 families can contact Belkis Delgadillo, Family Tech Support Coordinator, at bdelgadillo_sub@smuhsd.org or 650-200-3783 between 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 

After October 27, 2023, please contact your school site Library Team if you need help with basic account setup and trouble-shooting support.

Community Corner

Burlingame High Centennial Celebration

The Burlingame High Alumni Association and Burlingame High School (BHS) are hosting several events to commemorate the school's 100th year the weekend of October 13-14, 2023. Events include a golf tournament, the BHS Football game (Tickets should be bought in advance as this game is predicted to sell out), Lorton Avenue Block Party, Alumni Celebration at BHS and Washington Park and a Celebration in downtown Burlingame and Broadway Avenues.

Learn more at the Burlingame High Alumni Association's website: https://bhs100.com/

Millbrae Education Foundation Fun Run