Bobcat Blast
January 7, 2021
Attendance: 650-312-7669
Dear Families,
You and your children may have seen the protest in Washington, D.C. today through various news sources.  This unprecedented event may have caused distress including confusion, worry and anxiety. 

At this moment we want to make sure that you have some resources to support yourselves and your children.
--Common Sense Media - Explaining News to Our Kids (English | Spanish)
--National Association of School Psychologists - Talking to Children about Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers
(This resource also provides content translated into 10 languages.)
--Infographic (English | Spanish)
 
If you feel that your child needs further assistance, please contact your school principal who can put you in contact with additional support. 
Sincerely,
Joan Rosas, Ed.D.
Special Meeting for 8th Grade Students & Families

Save the date for the high school panel on January 13, 2021 from 4PM to 5PM with students and administrators from Aragon, Hillsdale and San Mateo High to provide details and a taste of being a freshman to our Borel 8th graders and their parents! Here is a survey (in English & Spanish) to query your questions for the panel. 

Zoom webinar.
When: Jan 13, 2021 04:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Topic: Borel MS - Virtual High School Panel

Please click the link below to join the webinar:
Or iPhone one-tap :
  US: +16699006833,,96027651202# or +12532158782,,96027651202#
Or Telephone:
  Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):
    US: +1 669 900 6833 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 929 205 6099 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 312 626 6799
Webinar ID: 960 2765 1202
  International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/aeH7V60tsi
In case you missed it in our last Blast, please see the video of our new gym!
Upload photos for our Yearbook:
There are 2 ways you can help us and contribute.  
1.) Download the app named “Yearbook Snap.”  
Directions for submitting any pictures you’d like to possibly see in this year’s yearbook are below. 
2.) Visit the www.yearbookforever.com website and share your pictures with us.  

Click on the “Community Upload” tab and look for our school “Borel” on the dropdown menu. Enter the access code “Borel”. Once you are there, you can upload the photos from your computer. 
If you need help or have any questions submitting you pictures:
-----------------------------------------------------------
Clubs at Borel
Remember our theme this year is “What’s your biggest dream in life?" A great way to realize your dreams is to check out a club and see if it peaks your interest!! Our goal at Borel is that every student get involved in at least one thing outside of the classroom to build stronger connections to each other and HAVE FUN!!! Check out our Virtual Club Fair to learn more about clubs and join one.
High School Enrollment
It is important to note that high school enrollment will be done online starting November 9th. A  link  on the SMUHSD Website will be available to complete the process.  The priority window is from December 1, 2020 to February 12, 2021. If families need help navigating the online system by computer, they can contact the SMUHS district office beginning on November 9th for assistance either by phone or in person.
If you have any questions, or require additional assistance, please contact the Office of Student Services by calling 650-558-2251, or emailing  enrollment@smhusd.org
You may also contact your Borel Counselor if you need more information. Borel Counselors

PARENT RESOURCES



------------------------------------------------------------
From our counselors; some resources for families:




If you need help, please reach out. We’re here to help. Lots of resources for you and your family are found on our website. Here are just some of the ways our school and district can help:
Food: Meal service at five of our elementary school sites (College Park and Sunnybrae). If needed, make sure your family applies for free and reduced-price meals if needed. The application is on our website and the school district website. If you need more help with food, let your counselor know.

School Supplies: Let your counselor know if you need school supplies.

Chromebooks/Hotspots: If you have trouble with your district loaned computer or hotspot, School Loop, please contact Ms. Jennifer Helmig 


As a reminder, 24/7 crisis lines can be reached at: Youth Crisis Text Line: 741741 & California Teen Crisis Hotline: 1-800-843-5200
Upcoming Important Dates:

Jan. 11--Jan. 29
Enrollment for 21-22
Transfer Lottery Request Window open for new & current students
Jan. 13
8th Grade: Zoom Meeting with High School Panel
4-5pm
Jan. 18
Martin Luther King Jr. Day--No School
Jan. 22
End of 2nd Quarter
Feb. 15
President's Day--No School
Link to District Website for 2021-2022 Enrollment
If your child is not going to be attending classes, please call the school's attendance line 650-312-7669 to report the absence.

Please contact Mindy Cossins at: mcossins@smfc.k12.ca.us to send in medical appointment notes.

If you change address, phone number, or email please let us know so we can stay in touch and work together to help our students.
Parent's Corner
Welcome back Bobcat Families!! 
Thank you to those that participated in Operation Helping Hand, rest assured it made a difference as staff members were able to distribute directly to our families. We're always looking for parents to help in building community and partnering with staff members. Interested in helping? Please write to Leaders@borelbobcats.org, we'd love to hear from you! 
May 2021 bring much brighter days!! 

The Borel Boosters Parent Leadership Team 

------------------------------------------
Interested in ordering some Borel “merch”?
 
Borel Library
Community News
‌
Borel Middle School
425 Barneson Ave.
San Mateo, CA 94402
650-312-7670 borel.smfcsd.net