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San Mateo Union High School District
A Commitment to Quality Education for a Better Future
650 N. Delaware Street
San Mateo, CA 94401-1732
Phone: 650-558-2299
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Thursday, September 24, 2020 Board Meeting
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SMUHSD's Board of Trustees invites you to its Thursday, September 24, 2020 board meeting at 7 p.m. via Zoom.
The Board meeting includes a presentation on the following topics of community interest:
The meeting will take place online via Zoom. Login using the below information:
Or Telephone:
- Dial 1 669 900 9128
- Webinar ID: 910 9144 5757
- Passcode: 995859
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.
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 Recording: How Covid-19 Impacts College Admissions
Topics covered included:
- Campus closings
- SAT cancellations
- Online instruction
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Tonight at 6:30 p.m. - Virtual Town Hall for Spanish Speaking Families
El Superintendente del Distrito, Dr. Kevin Skelly, los invita a participar en el:
La junta se conducirá exclusivamente en español.
En nuestro sistema de apoyo estudiantil, es vital tener servicios de apoyo para mejorar el bienestar socioemocional del estudiante. El Programa de Bienestar y Salud Mental del Distrito Unificado de las Preparatorias San Mateo brinda acceso a servicios de prevención, intervención temprana y tratamiento para todos los estudiantes que enfrentan desafíos sociales y emocionales dentro y fuera de la escuela. Conozca más sobre los servicios de salud mental que se ofrecen a los estudiantes y las familias y cómo conectarse con estos apoyos. También habrá una oportunidad para preguntas y respuestas.
Para ser parte de nuestra reunión, piqué en el siguiente enlace el lunes, 9/21 a las 6:30 pm.
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Students Can Now Reserve Stadium Fields and Tennis Courts
As of September 1, SMUHSD students are able to reserve District stadium tracks and tennis courts at Aragon, Burlingame, Hillsdale and San Mateo High Schools.
Monday - Friday from 3:30 - 8:30 p.m. is reserved for students only. Members of the public will not be able to reserve the above fields and courts during those days/times.
All students using the facilities need to wear a face covering prior to check in and will be health screened upon entry and required to present their student ID or class schedule to confirm their status as an SMUHSD student.
Individual registration links for the stadium tracks and tennis courts will be listed by school site and students can reserve time at any school site.
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Local School Districts and Community Colleges Offer Free Food
 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:
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Via The Atlantic: How to Teach Drama Remotely
Bradley Friedman on the challenges facing performing-arts teachers
Recently retired Performing Arts Teacher Bradley Friedman was recently featured in an article in The Atlantic.
"Friedman, who is 64, was planning to retire in 2021. This spring, before the pandemic, he was already preparing the shows for his swan-song year, and the parent booster club was planning a season of tributes. Then, with the resurgence of COVID-19 this summer, he-like many educators nationwide-decided to retire early instead of returning to teach in the fall. Friedman talked to The Atlantic about that decision, and the many lessons he's learned as a drama teacher." |
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Hillsdale's Best Buddies Club Recognized
 Hillsdale High School's Best Buddies Club was recently recognized by the club's California Chapter. The club was awarded the Rookie Chapter of the Year. This award is given out to only one first-year chapter in the state of California. The award exemplifies tremendous growth and a clear passion for the Best Buddies mission.
The Club was also recognized with the Five Star Chapter award. Five-Star recognition is only given out to a few chapters in the state of California. These chapters act as an example for the others in California.
Congratulations to the Club's leadership:
- President: Kathleen Siu
- Vice President: Sydney Nagamine
- Secretary: Kaitlyn Lau
- Treasurer: Allison Inouye
President Kathleen Su said she " started Best Buddies at Hillsdale to advocate for students with disabilities and cultivate an environment where every student has the opportunity to form friendships and grow."
The club's advisors are teachers Kristin Landucci, Courtney Joseph, and Rachel Lauderdale.
Learn more about Best Buddies.
Follow the Hillsdale Best Buddies Club on Instagram.
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Free Covid-19 Testing on September 28
The County of San Mateo is offering free COVID-19 testing September 28 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the San Mateo County Event Center for residents 5 -17 years old.
San Mateo County's no-cost COVID-19 testing is available without restriction (with or without symptoms or insurance) to anyone. It is advisable to schedule an appointment at least 72 hours in advance with Verily/Project Baseline, San Mateo County's testing provider at https://bit.ly/2xk73OL.
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Voter Registration Day is September 22
 On September 15, the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors declared September 22, 2020, as National Voter Registration Day in San Mateo County, a coordinated effort to register people to vote and to get qualifying individuals ready to vote in the upcoming elections.
This year, it is more important than ever for youth to get involved in the election. You can register to vote if you are 18 years old, or pre-register to vote if you are 16 or 17.
Want to get involved?
First, know your facts:
- You can register, check your voting status and choose your language preference for your election materials at www.RegisterToVote.ca.gov.
- Call/text 650.312.5222 to have a voter registration application mailed to you.
- Register by October 19 to receive a ballot in the mail
- If you miss this date, you can still register and vote at a Vote Center (visit www.smcvote.org for locations)
- See "How Can I Register" flyer (attached) for more info
Here are Four Ways YOUTH can lead the way:
- Host a virtual voter registration/pre-registration drive via social media
- Sponsor a voter registration presentation to your class
- County and city elected officials may be available to help! (Please contact lwolin@smcgov.org for assistance)
- Remind your friends to get #VoteReady by educate them about the ways to cast their ballot in November
- Register to vote by October 19 to receive a ballot in the mail
- If you miss this date, you can still register and vote at a Vote Center. (For Vote Center locations, visit www.smcvote.org.)
- Decide how you will vote:
- Mail your ballot
- Drop off your ballot
- Got to a Vote Center to use voting machine or drop off the ballot that has been mailed to you
- Remote accessible voting is available for those who need it
- Vote Centers and Ballot Drop Off Boxes are widely available throughout the County. Visit www.smcvote.org for more information.
- Participate in the Student Democracy Program - Become a Student Vote Center Ambassador, assisting voters and participating in Vote Center operations on Election Day. These are paid positions, and include training! Visit www.smacre.org/student or see below for more information.
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San Mateo County Student Democracy Program Seeks Student Ambassadors
 The Student Democracy Program is the San Mateo County Student Vote Center Ambassadors Program aimed at giving high school students an inside look at American democracy in action.
In order to be a Student Vote Center Ambassador with Student Democracy Program, students must:
- Be at least 16 years old
- Have a minimum 2.5 GPA
- Be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident of the United States
- Get written permission from parent/guardian and school
Benefits:
- It looks great on a college application or resume
- Earn community service credits, depending on school policy
- Represent your school
- See democracy in action from a local perspective
- Earn $280, including $85 for attending the mandatory training
- Earn an additional $150 for optional Saturday shift
What do Student Vote Center Ambassadors do?
- Set up voting machines, tables and other Vote Center supplies
- Set up and close the Vote Center (working 6:30 a.m.-9 p.m.)
- Assist voters with check-in process
- Assist voters in ballot drop-off process
- Assist with line management
- Assist Vote Center Representative with disinfecting vote material
Apply today.
Learn more on the County's website.
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2020 Congressional App Challenge
Deadline to enter is Monday, October 19 at noon
 If your child is into Coding or Engineering, do encourage them to enter this year's Congressional App Challenge! Its an annual competition hosted by Congress to help inspire and promote a passion for STEM & Computer Science in students. Your student can register individually or as a member of a team for the competition.
For inspiration, students can check out the projects created by winners from previous years.
Deadline to submit your project is by 12 p.m. EDT, on Monday, October 19, 2020.
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 Work with Us!
View a list of all certificated and classified career opportunities with the San Mateo Union High School District.
Register to create your profile and submit your online application today!
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