Dear Parents, Students, and Staff:

Below are the links to take the California Healthy Kids Survey.  The survey is voluntary and so I hope you will participate!  Please complete the survey that applies to you. Thank you.

Parent Survey: surveys.wested.org/csps/NK294AT

Student Survey:  surveys.wested.org/chks/NA466MY

Staff Survey:  surveys.wested.org/cscs/HT439FK

Sincerely,

Dr. Rapaido, Principal

Attention students in the spring musical!

Once again, congratulations on such a beautiful production this past weekend. However, all good things must come to an end. Monday, March 26th, will be strike. We need bodies to come throughout the afternoon and into the evening to take apart the set. We will start right after school and go until 6:30. The technical directors (Patrick Lucy and Andrew Hernandez) will be coming in at 5ish. We start on the little things and get to the bigger things when the gentlemen come. If you left stuff during the shows, this will be the time for you to pick up whatever you left along with cleaning up the theater. The more people that come, the more work we can complete in one day instead of two days. Thank you and see everyone tomorrow!

MMP

Attention Student:

Please check your email to express your suggested action plans to improve SSFHS.  Attached is the link as well.  Survey response due by Thursday, March 29, 2018.  

Thank you!

Sincerely,

Dr. Cynthia Rapaido, Principal

Attention SSFHS Community:

Please see the attached flyer sent on behalf of SSFHS Athletic Boosters and Swim Team.

Dear SSFHS Community:

Please see the attached flyers regarding:

     CAASPP testing information

     LCAP Meeting

     Community Forum

     AAPAC Meeting

Sincerely,

Dr. Rapaido, Principal

Dear Students:

I encourage our students to apply for and attend  Girls Who Code  (https://girlswhocode.com/) FREE Summer Immersion Program!

 The final application deadline is March 16th.

Be sure to look at the attached flyers.  Here is a video on the application process:   

·         Our Application Walkthrough Video provides a detailed step-by-step guide to completing the Summer Immersion Program application

Please let me know if you have any questions or if I can provide any additional support!

For more information:  

Jackson Thomas

Community Partner Manager

Pronouns: he/his

Jackson@girlswhocode.com

917-544-0426

You choose which raffle prizes you want to win! Over 35 prizes and chances to win like: IPAD mini, Disneyland tickets for 4 a $650.00 value, IPOD, Giants tickets,etc..

Raffle tickets only costs $1.00 or 12 for $10 or 25 for $20

 $5.00 raffle tix or 5 for $20 10 for $30 or 20 for $50!

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$12.00 adults,$8.00 students, $6.00 kids 5-11 for dinner

Tickets at the door is $15.00 adults & $10 for Students and Kids!

(note if you are picking up dinner it includes 2 tacos, dessert, beverage & $1.00 raffle ticket. Dinner served 5:30-7:30 pm

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You need not to be present to win. Please complete raflfe tix info to include your name and phone number.. pick the prize you want to win! Its that easy!

Thank you for your support!

Contact Lisa Hoo Gonzalez or Nancy Hoffer

Senior Breakfast & GradNite chairs 2018

Dear student:

Please use the updated Program Planning Handbook that is attached to this email.  The course listed below was not included in the handbook:

Dinner in the Dark

Wednesday, February 14

6:15 pm

SSFHS Cafeteria

At the Door: $16.00

Pre-Sale: $12.00

Some teachers are offering Extra Credit!

Dear Freshman, Sophomore, and Junior Students:

I have attached the 2018-2019 Program Planning Handbook (list of courses offered) so you can start looking over the courses we offer for the school year 2018-2019.  We will be on different bell schedules on Monday, February 5 and Thursday, February  8 as follow:

February 5:

Period 1:    8:16  -  9:09

Period 2:    9:15 - 10:08

Period 2:  10:08 - 10:26 (18 min- Distribute information)

Period 3:  10:32 - 11:25

Period 4:  10:31 - 11:35  (Announcements)

Lunch:     12:33 -   1:03

Period 5:   1:08  -   2:01

Period 6:   2:07  -   3:00

February 8:

Period 1:     8:16  -  9:02

                1^st session:  9:08 - 9:21

                2^nd session: 9:27 - 9:40

                3^rd session:  9:46 - 9:59

Period 2:   10:05 - 10:51

Period 3:   10:57 - 11:43

Period 4:   11:49 - 11:55 (announcements)

Period 4:   11:55 - 12:41

Lunch:      12:46 -   1:16

Period 5:    1:22 -   2:08

Period 6:    2:14 -   3:00

On Monday, February 5, 2018, you will have an additional 18 minutes during your 2nd period class to fill out a  Course Preview Sheet by selecting three courses you are interested in taking next school year.  The purpose of Course Preview Day is to make an informed decision of the course you might be interested in before you register for your classes during Scheduling Night.  

On Thursday, Feb 8, 2018, right after 1st period, you will be able to visit the three courses you selected.  You will hear the teacher talk about the course, what will be taught, and what are the student expectations.  After the three sessions, you will then report to your 2nd period class and submit your Course Preview Sheet to your teacher.    

Scheduling Night has been scheduled for each grade level.  Please report to the cafeteria, 4:30-7:00 p.m. on the following designated days:

Juniors:           Feb 20 

Sophomores:  Feb 27

Freshmen:       Mar 6 

If you have any questions regarding Course Preview Day or Scheduling Night, please feel free to email me or your counselor.  

Sincerely,

Dr. Rapaido, Principal

Dear SSFHS Community:

Please share with family and friends! The 8th Grade Parent Information Night Showcase will be on Tuesday, Jan 30!

Have you ever thought of working at a coffee shop? Come to M-3 at lunch on January 31st for an information meeting about Java Jive. If you and or your club organization would like to be involved please attend this meeting. We are in need of individuals who can help out and or perform at this first event. The actual Java Jive is on April 27th after school. 

Reserve your spot now before its all sold out!.

Cost for Disneyland Venue is $200.00

Turn in your $50 NONREFUNDABLE deposit by  Monday, January 26 to hold your spot for Disney. There are only 20 spots left for Disney GradNite. The FINAL installment payment of $150 for Disney will be due February 26th.

Cost for Universal GradNite Venue is $175.00

There are only 22 spots left for Universal Studios. Turn in your $50 NONREFUNDABLE deposit by January 26 to hold your spot for Universal. and the FINAL installment payment of $125 due February 26th.

Mandatory forms are required with signup(s) also to be placed on the venue (s) List to attend GradNite event

After February 19th price will go up to $225 for Disney and $200 for Universal Studios if we have any left!

You may fundraise  for your own GradNite with Sees Easter candies you get 50% on egg items and for only item #632.

Text/Email Friends, Family, Coworkers the order form attachment below to get orders!

Go to schoolloop GradNite website  for the MANDATORY REGISTRATION FORMS to download & Print,updates, fundraisers etc..

http://ssfhs.schoolloop.com/gradnite2018

Thank you,

Lisa Hoo Gonzalez & Nancy Hoffer

GradNite Chairs & Senior Breakfast Chairs 2018

ssfhs2018gradnite@gmail.com

Distrito Escolar Unificado de Sur San Francisco

(South San Francisco Unified School District)

Comité Asesor Del Idioma Inglés del Distrito

(DELAC)

District English Language Advisory Committee Meeting

Tuesday, January 30, 2018

6:30 – 8:00pm

Los Cerritos Elementary

Tema (Topic): Drug Prevention and Housing Rights,

Prevención de Drogas y Derechos de Vivienda

Invitados especiales( Guest Speakers): SSF Police Department and Fair Housing

Ofrecemos Comida y Cuidado de niños

Dinner and childcare will be provided

SSFUSD Está comprometido y dedicado a nuestras familias; trabajaremos juntos en el apoyo a usted y a la educación de su hijos.

(SSFUSD is committed and dedicated to our families; we will work together on supporting you and your child’s education.)

College and Career Fair

When:  SATURDAY, MARCH 3, 11AM -2 PM

Where:  South San Francisco High School Gym 400 B St)

Who:  All students from the district

Cost:  Free!

Parents -

Our school is conducting a Self-Study as part of our 6 year review cycle.  Our Self-Study will be reviewed by the Accrediting Commission for Schools as part of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.  We call this process WASC for short!

We're asking ALL of our parents/padres and guardians to take our Parent/Padres survey.  Please select a survey link.  There are 44 questions.

Thank you for participating in our survey!

Ms. Mitchell, ACS/WASC Coordinator, 2018

An additional 20 spots have now opened up for Disneyland Gradnite, and there are only 22 spots left for Universal Studios! 

Email the GradNite Chairs if you want to reserve your spot!

Attention students,

The National Shakespeare Competition has been moved to lunch on Wednesday, January 17th, instead of after school. Please come prepared with your sonnet and monologue.

Pilacik

Dear Students,

Please see the attached flyer regarding a contest sponsored by the Asian Pacific Fund.

This message is sent to you on behalf of SSFHS Band and Color Guard Boosters:

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

This message is sent to you on behalf of San Mateo County Office of Education for Parents of LGBTQ youths.  Please see the attached flyer.  Thank you.

Dr. Rapaido

Seniors,Senior Parents, & Guardians

We just got 20 additional spots for Disney GradNite 2018.

Cost for Venue is $200.00

We will need your $50.00 NONREFUNDABLE deposit & Mandatory Forms received to be placed on the GradNIte Disney Venue by Monday, January 22nd.

The 2nd full installment of $150 is due Monday, February 19th.

After February 19th Price will go up to $225.00

GradNite Universal Tickets also available and we only have 22 spots available.

Cost for venue is $175.00

We need your $50.00 NONREFUNDABLE deposit & Mandatory Forms received to be be placed on the GradNite Universal Venue by Monday, January 22nd.

The 2nd full installment of $125 is due Monday, February 19th.

After February 19th price will go up to $200.00

You may fundraise  for your own GradNite with Sees Easter candies you get 50% on egg items and for only item #632.

Text/Email Friends, Family, Coworkers the order form attachment below to get orders!

Go to schoolloop GradNite website  for the MANDATORY REGISTRATION FORMS to download & Print,updates, fundraisers etc..

http://ssfhs.schoolloop.com/gradnite2018

Thank you,

Lisa Hoo Gonzalez & Nancy Hoffer

GradNite Chairs & Senior Breakfast Chairs 2018

ssfhs2018gradnite@gmail.com

Please see the attached flyer for that is open to the public, Jan 19, 4-7 p.m. at the Boys and Girls Club in Pacifica.

Seniors,Senior Parents, & Guardians

We just got 20 additional spots for Disney GradNite 2018. Cost for Venue is $200.00

We will need your $50.00 NONREFUNDABLE deposit & Mandatory Forms received to be placed on the GradNIte Disney Venue by Monday, January 22nd.

The 2nd full installment of $150 is due Monday, February 19th.

After February19th Disney GradNite price will go up to $225.00.

GradNite Universal Tickets also available and we only have 22 spots available.

Cost for venue is $175.00

We need your $50.00 NONREFUNDABLE deposit & Mandatory Forms received to be placed on the GradNite Universal Venue by Monday, January 22nd.

The 2nd full installment of $125 is due Monday, February 19th.

After February 19th Universal GradNite price will go up to $200.00.

You may fundraise  for your own GradNite with Sees Easter candies you get 50% on egg items and for only item #632. Text/Email to family, friends coworkers the Sees Candies order form attached below to get orders!!

Go to schoolloop gradnite site  for the MANDATORY REGISTRATION FORMS to download & Print,updates, fundraisers etc..

http://ssfhs.schoolloop.com/gradnite2018

Thank you,

Lisa Hoo Gonzalez & Nancy Hoffer

GradNite Chairs & Senior Breakfast Chairs 2018

ssfhs2018gradnite@gmail.com

Dear SSFHS Family:

This message is sent to you on behalf of SanTrans:

We wanted to reach out to you to let you know about upcoming changes to SamTrans bus service effective Jan sdittmer@mercyhsb.comuary 21, 2018. SamTrans will merge 12 of its routes into six to simplify service. The mergers will mean fewer transfers for customers. Schedules of several routes will also be adjusted to improve or add service.  

 

You can get complete information on the route mergers and other changes at this link:

 

http://www.samtrans.com/schedulesandmaps/timetables/timetableupdates.html

 

As of January 21, our regular timetable will include all service changes which is available here:

 

http://www.samtrans.com/schedulesandmaps/timetables.html

 

We hope you will provide this information to your parent groups and/or communication with students and families. Please also include our Customer Service line as the point of contact at 1-800-660-4287. This number is multi-lingual.

 

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.

 

Jessica Epstein

Government and Community Affairs Officer

1250 San Carlos Ave.

San Carlos, CA 94070-3006

Office: (650) 622-7863

Cell: (650) 400-6451

Email: epsteinj@samtrans.com

Dear Parents and Guardians,

The Science Department will have a number of field trips, which are sponsored by Genentech, during the months of Feb-May 2018.  Depending on the science class, students will be able to experience one field trip to a specific destinations (for example:  Exploratorium, California Academy of Science, Genentech, UC Davis, MSI marsh and Beach, Great America, and MSI Canoes in Sloughs) .   If you are interested in chaperoning field trips, please email me and I will have a volunteer packet ready for you to pick up in the main office. You may have your child come and get the packet if you are not able.

Thank you,

Dr. Rapaido, Principal

The Thespians listed below were active members of SSFHS, Troupe 7180 in the 2016-2017 school year.  Founded in 1929, ITS is the student honorary division of the Educational Theatre Association (EdTA), the professional association for theatre education.  They serve over 4,700 schools around the world with an active student membership of more than 125,000.  Each Thespain inductee has completed over 100 hours of excellent work in theatre arts and related disciplines.  In doing so, they have acquired essential 21st century life and career skills that include creativity and innovation, critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork, and effective communication.  They now join the ranks of over 2.3 million Thespians and Thespian alumni, including Jane Lynch, John Goodman, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, and Tom Hanks.

Congratulations to our Thespian honor students, the troupe officers, and the troupe director, Mr. Michael Pilacik! 

Nicolas Arcega

Josh Balancio

Edwin Balderas

Vanessa Cassandra

Esperanza Cortez

Matheus D'Avila

Erica Estrad

Andrew Gamboa

Gabrielle Garcia

Jexi Haro

Kaycee Aspacio

Nicholas Caprio

Benjamin Doan

Alejandro Guzman Valtierra

Abigail Hernandez

Jonathan Mejia Lopez

Ahlaya Millen

Carolann O'Day

Nicole Salas

Melchisedec Serrano

Serena Siao

Hailey Tambini

Rebecca Vance

Layla Victoria

Helen Wilborn

Emely Zarco

On Monday, January 8th 2018, we will have a brief registration room from 8:10 – 8:16 a.m. First period begins at 8:21 a.m. and will end at the usual time, 9:12. Please do not skip your registration room. Your schedules are subject to change due to electives, balancing of classes sizes, etc. Please be sure to arrive within the appropriate window of time.”

Please see attached newsletter sent to you on behalf of SSFUSD Nutrition Services. 

Dear Senior students:

Please see the attached scholarship application information from

1)  SSF Chamber of Commerce Scholarship (deadline March 1, 2018)  and

2)  Crestmoor Neighborhood Memorial Scholarship (deadline March 14, 2018). 

The Bell Schedule for Finals week is attached.

Finals are:

Tuesday, December 19th, 1st and 2nd Periods

Wednesday, December 20th, 3rd and 4th Periods

Thursday, December 21st, 5th and 6th Periods

Monday, December 18th is a regular school day.

There is no school on Friday, December 22nd.

Have a great Winter Break!

The Winter Concert is Thursday, December 14th from 7:00 to 9:00 pm in the Auditorium.

Performances by the Symphonic Band, Jazz Band, and Choir.

Food and Beverages will be sold from 5:30 to 8:00 pm.

Please see the attached flyer.

Support our Amazon Smile Fundraiser. Do not go to the regular Amazon web sign in!! here is the link to support SSFHS PTSA 

http://smile.amazon.com/ch/94-6174508

Thank you for your participation in purchasing online!

SSFHS PTSA

Attention all students:

Fire alarm units are placed on buildings for a reason: to alert there is a fire and to evacuate. 

Pulling a false fire alarm disrupts school and students' education. It is also against the law with consequences of up to $5000 fine and an arrest which could lead to imprisonment. School consequences result in a five day suspension for disruption of the entire school.  Any person who is involved in the false fire alarms will result in both - school consequences and dealing with the law. 

Students:  if you see something, say something!

Attention Juniors and Seniors:

The Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s Student Leaders® Program is officially accepting applications for its 2018 Student Leaders® program.

Participation in this program will help students develop their leadership and career skills and to connect with like-minded students. The purpose of Bank of America Student Leaders Program is to recognize exemplary high school juniors and seniors who have a passion for improving their communities.

The program helps students gain a greater understanding of how nonprofits create impact in the community and helps develop them as the next generation of community leaders through two components:

-        A summer eight-week paid internship with a nonprofit organization selected by the bank

-        The week-long, all-expense paid Student Leaders Summit in Washington, D.C. from July 8-13, 2018 

Interested students apply for the program by going to: www.bankofamerica.com/studentleaders. The application period is officially open with a firm deadline of Friday, February 2, 2018.

For more information on the Bank of America Charitable Foundation, visit: www.bankofamerica.com/foundation.

Congratulations to Mr. Pilacik, the students and faculty who were involved in the Fall Play, Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night".  It was hilarious and heartwarming.  Thank you to all players and crew!  Job well done!

Pipeline Survey on El Camino Real at West Orange

Extended to Week of October 23

The pipeline survey on El Camino Real at West Orange will require a few additional days to complete restoration. Work will continue into the week of October 23, but should be done by October 26. 

We continue to ask that people keep clear of the excavation area for their own safety during work hours. We apologize again for the ongoing inconvenience. 

Work hours will continue to be between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Thank you for your patience and understanding. 

24-hour answering line: 866-973-1476

mliapes@sfwater.org;blauppe@sfwater.org          Follow us on line at sfwater.org/peninsula

Michele Liapes

Communications and Public Outreach

San Francisco Public Utilities Commission

415-554-3211

District English learner advisory committee                                                  

(DELAC)

CELEBRATE
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH!

Tuesday, October 17, 2017

6:00-6:30 PM cena (DINNER )

6:30-7:00 PM delac ACTIVIDADES(Activities)

7:00-8:00 PM  entretenimiento (eNTERTAINMENT)

South San Francisco high school

400 b street

Tema (TOPIC): Cultura  (Culture)

Invitados especiales:  orador invitado (guest Speaker)

Habrá ENTRETENIMIENTO, RIFAS Y  PREMIOS

There will be ENTERTAINMENT, RAFFLES & PRIZES!

¡SU VOZ IMPORTA!

YOUR VOICE MATTERS!

Ofrecemos Comida y Cuidado de niños

Dinner and childcare will be provided

Dinner and childcare will be provided

There will be RAFFLES & PRIZES

Middle College is now accepting applications for juniors interested in enrolling in the Spring semester.

A representative from Middle College will be in front of the cafeteria at lunch on Tuesday October 10^th  and 17^th.

The first prize winner that sells over $150 will win $50 amazon card!

Students selling more than $100 will be in drawing for $25 amazon card!!

Order forms make 50%, Internet orders make 40%

Have Family, friends, coworkers view link below to give you orders! but if they prefer internet order our school"s fundraiser

ID # is 673189

link for bag/accessories:

http://www.mixedbagdesigns.com/MyFundraiser/Fall2017-BagAccessoriesCatalog.pdf

link for kitchen and home:

Sent to you on behalf of SSFHS Band Guild Boosters!

Please see attached newsletter.

Thinking about college?  Check out the website below from Fair Opportunity Project that provides free information to you!

(cut and paste website):

https://www.fairopportunityproject.org/

South San Francisco Police Department

will be here on

September 19th

5:30 - 6:30 pm

SSFHS Library

Come learn about our Police Liaisons

what they do on campus

and how they help keep us safe!

Our 1st Parent Education Night of 2017-18

Hello All:

     I am sending this mail to you all to bring to your attention that U-turns are not allowed by the school gate on B Street. Please do not make a U-turn at this location. Be warned you may get a ticket as there is a no U-turn sign clearly displayed by the gate. Also, please advise your child to walk only on the designated crosswalks.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Sincerely, 

Olumuyiwa A. Idowu, Ed.D.
Assistant Principal, South San Francisco High School
650-877-8754 x6524

On Tuesday, September 5, 2017, SSFHS celebrated with Genentech the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of the Futurelab Biotechnology Science Garage!  Thank you, Genentech, for the beautiful Science Garage!  Thank you for all that you do for the student of SSFUSD!  Yes, the future of science is here! 

Here is a clip from KPIX CBS highlighting our student Nicholas Arcega, Biotechnology and AVID teacher Cheri Cohen, Superintendent Dr. Shawnterra Moore, and Genentech Director of Corp and Employee Giving Kristen Campbell Reed.

On behalf of PTSA, JOIN!

Dear SSFHS Parents and Students:

Cut and past this website to learn more about affordable colleges!

http://www.affordablecolleges.com/

Dear SSFHS Students,

As a reminder, school rules and expectations include the following:

1) No electronic devices allowed during the school day including lunch time unless the student has been authorized by staff that it can be used for instructional purposes; and

2)  No hoods allowed inside or outside of class.  Beannies and baseball caps may be worn outside for sun protection or cold.

Students who do not follow the school rules will be given school consequences.

Thank you,

Dr. Rapaido, Principal

Congratulations to Esperanza Cortez, Marie Perez, Jeremy Guiman, Jonathan Yip, Sara Castro, Estreya Gonzalez, and Franchesca Buendia!

They were selected and completed the Immersion in Community Medicine - Summer Internship Program at Stanford University! Part of the internship included a presentation they had to do.  The presentation topics were on mental illnesses, HIV/AIDS, and health disparities. Each presentation covered the aspects affecting overall wellbeing, as well as the social, financial, and communal shifts in lifestyle.

Dear Parents,

Please take a look at the attached information to see all of the possible opportunities you can get involved at the high school! I look forward to seeing you at Back to School Night!

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO HIGH SCHOOL

400 B St., SSF, CA 94080 (650) 877-8754

English Language Learners (ELL)

Date:  TUESDAY, August 29, 2017

       Location:  South San Francisco High School    

       4:30 pm - 5:30 pm:        LIC (Library)           Register School Loop

       5:30 pm - 6:00 pm:        Room E6                  Parent Meet & Greet

    6:00 pm - 6:15 pm:        Auditorium              Band, Ballet Folklorico, Cheer

        6:15 pm - 6:45 pm:        LIC (Library)          Welcome Introductions

        6:50 pm - 8:30 pm:       Campus Wide           Classrooms Visits   

Dear SSFHS Community,

This flyer is sent to you on behalf of SSFHS Band Guild.

Dear South San Francisco High School Family, The South San Francisco High School Band Guild and Color Guard will be selling BBQ Chicken dinner bowls on Tuesday August 29, 2017 from 4:30-6pm in the cafeteria.

Dinner will consist of:

 One BBQ Chicken Kebab

 Mexican Rice

 Green Salad

 Sweet Roll and

 Soft Drink or Water $10/ Plate until supplies last.

These plates go fast so don’t be left out.

PRE-ORDER FORM BELOW CASH, CHECKS and CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED Please turn in order form and money into the office to Ms. Marcic or Ms. Rudd deadline for pre-orders Tuesday August 29th at 3pm

Yes, I would like to order dinner plates:

QTY ____________ x $10 = __________ (please make checks payable to SSFHS Band Guild)

Name: ______________________________________________________ 

Thank you, but at this time I will only like to make a donation of $________. Thank you, The SSFHS Band Guild and Color Guard Students  

Dear SSFHS Community,

Please see the attached flyer regarding the upcoming DELAC meeting.  

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Please see the attached flyer regarding the upcoming meeting for the African American Parent Advisory Committee.  Below are future dates.

Thank you.

Dr. Rapaido, Principal 

"Fall Parent Sports Night"

Tuesday August 22, 7:00 pm

in the Large Gym

This is a mandatory meeting for all athletes and parents of athletes participating in:

Football, Girls' Tennis, Girls' Volleyball, Cross Country and Girls' Golf.

The Athletic Director and Coaches will be there!

2017-18 Student Handbook

Order Pictures!

SECOND Picture Day is Tuesday, August 22.

Here's the Link for Orders!

Here's the link to the Summer Reading assignments for this Summer, 2017.  9th and 10th grade honors classes, and AP Language and AP Literature classes are doing Summer Reading this year!

If you are in College Preparatory English (CP), or ERWC (Seniors), there is NO Summer Reading assignment for you!

On Saturday, June 10, the San Mateo County will host the 13th Annual Disaster Preparedness Day for families to attend.  Please see flyer. 

Date:      June 10

Time:      10AM-2PM

Where:   San Mateo County Fair 1346 Saratoga Avenue, San Mateo

Arrive BEFORE 11am for FREE Admission to the County Fair!
Parking $12. Taking public transit is encouraged.
First-Aid, Police, Fire, Emergency Medical Services and Equipment Demonstrations

Congratulations to the following faculty and staff members for their many years of service at SSFHS and SSFUSD! 

Mr. Aaron Boyd, Teacher -  15 years

Ms Kimberly Chin,  Teacher - 15 years

Ms Rhonda Clements, Teacher, 10 years

Ms. Maria Contreras, Secretary, 20 years

Ms Jeanette Garcia, Custodian, 5 years

Mr. Timothy Hockenos, Teacher, 15 years

Ms Afsha Khan, Special Ed. Para-Professional - 20 years

Ms. Rebecca Lee, Teacher, 10 years

Mr. Al Mack, Assistant Principal, 15 years

Ms. Stella Marcic, Administrative Assistant, 20 years

Ms. Jennifer Martinez, Attendance Assistant 15 years

Ms. Bettyann Motylewski, Teacher 15 years

Ms. Chauntel Oseguera, Teacher 15 years

"Dave" , Campus Security, 15 years

Ms. Rudd, Office Assistant, 5 years

Ms. Amanda Silicani, Teacher 15 years

Mr. Hung Suen, Lead Custodian 5 years

Additionally, Congratulations to the following staff members who are retiring this at the end of this school year, 2016-2017!  Please wish them a Happy Retirement!

Mr. Damaso Badua - Special Ed. Para-professional (Ms. Nyquist class)
 

Mr. Victor Chin - Teacher

Ms. Debra Sutter - Teacher

Sincerely,

Cynthia Rapaido, Ed.D., Principal

Congratulations to the following Skyline College Hermanos and Hermanas Class of 2017 Graduates!

Hermanas:

Andrea Balvaneda

Brianna Datt

Emma Garcia

Victoria Gomez-Alfaro

Mara Gonzalez

Denisse Hernandez

Verania Hinojosa

Mayra-Edith Jimenez-Cortez

Diana Lepe

Carol-All Lopez

Teresita Lucero

Kristal Lugo

Sharlene Luna

Lorreinne Malepeai

Sasha Maza

Andrea Prado

Helen Quintanilla

Lisette Ramos

Stephanie Rodriguez-Avila

Dania Romero

Deanna Salinas

Jessa Erika Supnet

Arianna Tapia

Estafani Vargas

Julissa Vergara

Artemisa Villanueva Gallardo

Hermanos:

Darian Arevalo

Jose corona

Marc Diosomito

Jose Duenas

Edgar Felix-Ortega

Guadalupe Garcilazo

Anthony Gonzalez

Taro Gonzalvo

Bernardo Gordillo

Juancarlos Granera

Jefferson Hercules

Juan Iniguez

Kevin Jimenez

James Lopez

Johan Lopez

Alexander Marroquin

Jonathan Noriega

Frederick Quintarna

Octavio Reyes

Kevin Rodriguez

David Valencia

Rafael Vieyra

Leo Zavalza

The Hermanos/Hermanas Program:

In Spanish, Hermanos means "brothers" and Hermanas means "sister". The program aims to increase the college-going rate of young Latino and Latina high school students in North San Mateo County.  The Hermanos/Hermanas Program components intentionally addresses students' academic, psychological, and social needs by connecting with family, academic support, mentoring, and resources.  Its goal is to increase educational opportunities for Latino and Latina students at Skyline and beyond. 

Sincerely,

Cynthia Rapaido, Ed.D., Principal

Dear SSFHS Community:

Please be aware that SSFHS has 3 cases of pertussis.  Please read the attached notices.  Thank you.

The Fair is coming! 

• High School Students can earn entry tickets!
• Younger students (1st - 8th grade) can earn ride tickets! 
• (1st - 8th Grade) Info in Español

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Please see the attached notices regarding Pertussis Exposure on the SSFHS Campus.

Thank you.

Por favor lean la nota adjunto respecto a la exposicion de Pertussis en el campo de SSFHS.

Gracias.

Please see the attached flyer for details about the community forum being held on Wednesday, April 26th regarding the SSFHS field lights.

This is mostly for the residents of Francisco Terrace neighborhood.

Congratulations to Adrian Madrigal! 

Adrian was nominated and chosen to receive the "Every Student Succeeding Award" from the Association of California School Administrators in Region 5 (San Mateo County and San Francisco County).

Adrian will be recognized at the ACSA Region 5 Dinner Awards Ceremony which will take place on:

Date:     Monday, April 24, 2017

Time:     5:00-9:00 p.m.

Where:  Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

               380 S Airport Blvd, South San Francisco, CA 94080

Price:     Early bird ticket price is $60 (Mar 1-April 1).  Price goes up to $70 after April 1.  Please email me, Dr. Cynthia Rapaido, if you are interested in purchasing a ticket!

Additionally, Adrian will also be recognized at the ACSA Statewide  Awards representing Region 5!   (ACSA has 19 regions statewide.)  This will take place in November 2017 in San Jose.  Information on this event will be provided in November!

Congratulations, Adrian!  We are very proud of you!

Dear SSFHS Community,

South San Francisco High School
and the Latino Family Literacy Project present
“Graciela’s Dream”
a series of six interactive workshops
for parents and their high school age children
designed to explore topics related to overcoming
the challenges encountered on the road to college.
_______________________________________
The workshops and all materials are free!
Dinner and childcare included

When:   Mondays from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Dates:  March 6 - April 24
Time:  Schedule 6:00 - 6:30 / arrival and dinner
6:30 - 8:00 / workshop
Where:   South San Francisco High School, Room B3
400 B St., South San Francisco, CA 94080

Register now! Space is limited to 20 parents and students.
Call (650) 877-8756 ext. 6250

La escuela secundaria South San Francisco
con el Latino Family Literacy Project presentan
“El sueño de Graciela”
una serie de seis talleres interactivos
para padres de familia y sus hijos de la secundaria
para explorar temas relacionados con cómo sobreponerse
a los retos en el camino a la universidad.
_______________________________________
¡Los talleres y los materiales son gratuitos!
La cena y el cuidado de niños incluidos

¿Cuándo?

los lunes de 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
6 de marzo a 24 de abril

Horario

6:00 - 6:30 / llegada de las familias y cena
6:30 - 8:00 / taller

¿Dónde?
South San Francisco High School
400 B St., Salón B3
South San Francisco, CA 94080

¡Inscríbanse ya! Plazos limitados a 20 padres y sus hijos.
Llamen al (650) 877-8756 ext. 6250

Congratulations to our new Robotics Club!  This is a brand new club that started Fall 2016.  They worked very hard to design a robot that could pick up a ball and toss it up into a basket!  Of February 4, the club  entered a tournament.  Here is what the president of the club, Raymond Lin, said,

" The Robotics team entered the First Tech Challenge Robotics Competition and competed at the Daly City Qualifying tournament at Jefferson High School. It took place on the 4th of February. We won two games out of five and took 19th place out of 28 teams. I'm proud of us, especially considering that it was our first ever competition."

Congratulations again to the new club and the members!  Thanks to Physics/Earth Science teacher, Mr. Trautman, for being the advisor of the club and thanks to one of our parents, Mr. Lieberman, who has been helping the students!

http://www.orderschoolportraits.com/So-San-Francisco-HS-C100.aspx

Dear Student and Parent,

Attached is the 2017-2018 Program Planning Handbook.  Please review the attached handbook as a family to prepare for next school year.

On Monday, February 6, during 3rd period, students will be given a Course Preview Day Form to select three elective courses they are interested in hearing about.  Students, grade 9-11, will also be given a hard copy of the 2017-2018 Program Planning Handbook.  On Wednesday, February 8, SSFHS will be on an assembly schedule.  Students in grade 9-11 will participate in the Course Preview Day to visit the three elective classes they selected.  Hopefully, after reading about the course and visiting the class, students will be able to make an informed decision of which elective course they want to sign up for Fall 2017.  Students in grade 12 will report to the football field bleachers for their senior panoramic photo. 

Below is the bell schedule for Feb 8:

 Period 1   8:16-9:04

Period 2   9:10-9:56

3rd Period Announcements: 10:04-10:09

Period 3:  10:09-10:52

Grades 9-11 attend 1st, 2nd, and 3rd sessions.

Grade 12 reports to Bleachers by 10:58 -11:46 for Senior Panoramic Photo

Course Preview 1st session: 10:58 – 11:10

Course Preview 2nd session: 11:16 – 11:28

Course Preview 3rd session: 11:34 – 11:46

Period 4    11:52-12:40

Lunch    12:43-1:13

Period 5    1:19-2:07

Period 6   2:13-3:00 

Sincerely,

Dr. Rapaido, Principal

Using the SchoolLoop app on your phone?

Here's an easy link to the School Calendar!

Attention all:

Below are the updated and revised Early Release Dates for Spring 2017. 

Jan 11 - CANCELLED
Jan 18 - District Collaboration
Feb 1 -   Site Collaboration
Feb 15 - Site Collaboration
Mar 1 -   Site Collaboration
Mar 15 - CANCELLED
Mar 29 - District Collaboration
April 5 -  CANCELLED

Encuentre respuestas a sus preguntas sobre crianza de los hijos 

¿Desea construir mejores relaciones con sus hijos? 

El Parent Project® es un curso de 12 semanas, que le da a los padres, abuelos y apoderados las herramientas para construir familias unidas y saludables.

¡Todas las clases son gratuitas!

Inscríbase al Parent Project® y obtenga:

• Recursos para ayudarse a sí mismo y a sus hijos

• Herramientas para mejorar la asistencia en la es- cuela y el éxito de su hijo(s)

• Consejos para mejorar la comunicación con su hijo(s)

• Estrategias para prevenir el uso de alcohol y drogas

• Herramientas prácticas que trabajan para su familia

  ¡Cena y cuidado de los niños incluido!

  Cuidado de niños limitado a los primeros 20 niños que se inscriban, de 3 a 15 años y que no usan paňal.

Inicio de clases:

Jueves, 19 de Enero del 2017

5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

South San Francisco High School

400 B St South San Francisco, CA 94080 (Room B6/B7)

Fechas de las clases:

1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23, 3/30, 4/13

Idioma de la clase:

Español

Inscríbase con anticipación:

Ayrnn Bautista

abautista@ssfusd.org (650) 877-8756

Congratulations to Ms. Dianna Ariani!

As many of you may know, Ms. Ariani teaches a Work Experience Class which includes inviting guest speakers and preparing students for the real world.  In the Winter 2016 Issue of the First National Bank Newsletter, an article was written about her.  Below is the typed article:

"When a Bank Truly Partners with the Community, Good Things Happen"

     Nobody knows this better than Dianna Ariani, who is the daughter of Romolo Ariani, one of the founding fathers of FNB.  Now a teacher at South San Francisco High School, her job is to help prepare her students for the "real world," including financial issues.  that's where FNB helps.

     Over the years her Work Experience class has included guest appearances by FNB CEO Tom McGraw, who explained the basics of finance and, perhaps more importantly, help students understand that success is possible even when the path may not be clear.

     "Tom's career path wasn't typical for finance," Ariani said, noting that his career includes numerous acting jobs in feature films, television series, and television commercials.  "His message is about being able to take that leap and not being afraid to try something new and to become a lifelong learner.  That's one of our goals in the class and he demonstrates that."

     Ariani meets with her students once a week to discuss their jobs and visits their work sites to speak with their supervisors.  the class covers safety on the job, taxes, personal fiance, career planning and more.

     "Tom helps students feel like they could go off and do whatever their hearts desire,' she said. 'It's confidence building.  and any time you can get a high school student to think about banking, that's good.  Banks are going to be their financial reality, and Tom helps demystify things."

     Tom McGraw, Chief Executive Officer commented, "It is refreshing to see so many bright young minds.  Dianna's class is a real dose of reality for these young adults."

Congratulations to SSFHS Jimmy Wen! 

Congratulations to our biology teacher, Ms. Linda Hambrick!  She will be receiving  the Educator of the Year Award from the California League of High Schools (CLHS) Region 4!  She will be honored at an awards dinner on Thursday, December 15, 2016, at St. Mary's College in Moraga, California at 5:30 p.m..  If you are interested in attending the awards dinner, tickets are $45, payable to CLHS, and can be dropped off in the main office to Dr. Rapaido no later than Thursday, December 1. 

Please congratulate Ms. Hambrick for all that she has done for SSFHS students, the science department, faculty, staff, and the campus!

Attention Latino Parents!

Come to the first Latino Parent Meeting on Oct 26 6-8 p.m. in B-3. Please see the attached flyer for all of the monthly Latino Parent Group meetings for this school year! 

Attention all students:

Fire alarm units are placed on buildings for a reason: to alert there is a fire and to evacuate. 

Pulling a false fire alarm disrupts school and students' education. It is also against the law with consequences of up to $5000 fine and an arrest which could lead to imprisonment. School consequences result in a five day suspension for disruption of the entire school.  Any person who is involved in the false fire alarms will result in both - school consequences and dealing with the law. 

Students:  if you see something, say something

Congratulations to James H. Coleman and Raymond Lin who have been named Commended Students in the 2017 National Merit Scholarship Program!  A Letter of Commendation from the school and National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC), which conducts the program, were presented by Dr. Rapaido to these scholastically talented seniors!

About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise.  Although they will not continue in the 2017 competition for National Merit Scholarship awards, Commended Students placed among the top five percent of more that 1.6 million students who entered the 2017 competition by taking the 2015 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT).

"The young men and women being named Commended Students have demonstrated outstanding potential for academic success," commented a spokesperson from NMSC.  "These students represent a valuable national resource; recognizing their accomplishments, as well as the key role their schools play in their academic development, is vital to the advancement of educational excellence in our nation.  We hope that this recognition will help broaden their educational opportunities and encourage them as they continue their pursuit of academic success."
 

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Our special link taking you directly to enroll is http://smile.amazon.com/ch/94-6174508

thank you for your support for all our students @SSFHS

SSFHSPTSA

Dear Senior Parents of SSFHS:

We need your help! We are looking for volunteers to be a part of the Grad Nite & Senior Breakfast Committee. We would meet once a month to discuss fundraising opportunities and brainstorming ideas. Please join us to make this year a memorable one for your child.
If interested, please contact:

Joan Young, ejhmyoung63@gmail.com or

Maritza Camilo, mdcamilo19@gmail.com

Please feel free to contact either one of us for any questions.
We look forward to hearing from you.

Joan Young and Maritza Camilo
Grad Nite & Senior Breakfast Committee Chairs

CONGRATULATIONS!

Congratulations to two of SSFHS staff members, Ms. Jackie Belli and Ms. Linda Hambrick!

Ms. Jackie Belli is being recognized for and awarded the Menlo College's 2015-2016 Outstanding San Mateo County Counselor Award.  She is being recognized by the College for her significant work as a guidance counselor offering her expertise to their recruitment efforts in San Mateo County.

Ms. Linda Hambrick was recognized August 1 by Ignited (formerly IISME) and is now a Teacher Fellow! 

Way to go, Warriors!

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Feel free to look at the webinars on college planning:

http://www.getcollegefunding.org/lp/monthly-webinars-schools/

Support Our School Activities & Grad Nite by purchasing gift cards certificates to print Now and Always from Starbucks,JCP, Safeways, Lowes, Petsmart, Petco, gas & more! This is a year round continuous fundraiser!  Potentially if 100 families register we can make $97,000! Email relatives, co-workers, friends etc..to help support.our school. Funds raised to be distributed to each club like Boosters, Avid, Band, Folklorico, ASB etc.. 

Ex: After youy register & signup with Presto Pay, Print your Starbucks certificate & use to apply to your App on your IPhone as you always do on your purchases for coffee!

Please register at www.shopwithscrip.com/shop and use the enrollment code that is assigned to our school to receive the donations. Enrollment code:E3F7ED7248859. 

Thank you, address questions to Lisa Hoo Gonzalez & Olga Aldana at gonzalbyte@aol.com and aldanaol @wellsfargo.com