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!

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

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

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

Dear SSFHS Community:

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

PDF to Print

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

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.

Grad nite tickets will be sold out SOON!! 

Dont miss out on Special Gradnite with Park hopper 9-10pm and special Private Dance Parties at California Adventure park for just Seniorsfrom 10pm til 2am!

Cost:$200 per student with admin fee $8.00 for June 6 2017 Gradnite Disney!

(checks payable to "SSFHS PTSA Grad Nite"

Please write class of 2017 in memo. Balance due April 7th last chance!

Please dropoff payment and flyer attachment below with info completed in an envelope marked "Grad Nite 2017" to the front office.

Go to schoolloop Homepage Student tab then tab Gradnite 2017 for more information & updates

contact/email Joan Young & Rita Chavez

Grad Nite Chairs 2017

ejhmyoung63@gmail.com or srjz@msn.com

415-517-4160 or 650-826-1411

Attention students within the production of South Pacific. Here are a couple announcements that need to made in regards to the next two weeks! WE OPEN SOON!!!! 

1) This week's rehearsals goes as followed: Monday- No Rehearsal; Tuesday- Run of Act II. Starts at 3:30! DON'T BE LATE! Everyone is called in; Wednesday- Music Run of the entire show. Starts at 5:30; Thursday- Run of Act I. Starts at 4. DON'T BE LATE! Friday- No Rehearsal. Rest up and go to the open mic night. 

2) After this week, follow the schedule for Tech Week which starts next Saturday. What we had down for tech week still stands. I will inform you of any changes and whatnot so please be prepared and ask me anytime. 

3) Please bring in costumes and props this week so we know what we have and do not have. It makes it easier for everyone in general. 

4) Tech Week will be a spirit week during the school day. We will announce what we plan to do those days.

5) We need to take care of the t-shirts ASAP! The sooner we take care of it, the earlier we can have the shirts ready. 

6) Wednesday at 3:15 is a meeting for all those who are part of the crews (Backstage, Costume/Make-up, Lights, Sound/Mics). If you are part of those crews, please stop by M-3 for information and what to expect during Tech Week and beyond. 

7) Tickets will go on sale on March 29th and into the show. If you want to pick up tickets or place an order to reserve tickets, please come to M-3 on March 29th and beyond to get tickets or reserve some. 

That is all I have for now. If you have any further questions or concerns, please stop by M-3. 

Please see attached information regarding the LCAP Stakeholder meeting which has been rescheduled to

Stakeholder Meeting Date:

Thursday, March 16, 2017

Location:

SSFHS Cafeteria

400 B Street

South San Francisco, CA 94080

Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

The lst prize winner that sells over $150 will win a $25 ITUNES card! Students selling more than $100 will be in drawing to win a $25 amazon card!

Get $2.00 for each egg sold! other Sees items sold get $3.00 for each item sold (funds raised goes towards your own Grad NITE)

Payments due by Wednesday March 29th.

Checks payable to SSFHS PTSA GradNIte 2017 2018 2019 2020,

Please indicate on check your class year email & phone#.

Cash to office to Stella or Colleen. (Do not put any cash in cubby)

Contact: Lisa Hoo Gonzalez gonzalbyte@aol.com or

Nancy Hoffer nhoffer@sees.com

GradNIte Chairs & Senior Breakfast Chairs 2018 &2020

Students who are in the production of South Pacific! There is a slight change to this week's schedule. We should be able to go back to the normal schedule next week but I will inform you if there is a change or not. Remember, please be there and if you cannot attend, please inform me! We have this week and next week and then we go into tech week with the performances! TIME IS GOING BY QUICKLY! Everyone must be off book by this Wednesday, March 15th!

Monday: No rehearsal= work on lines and whatnot

Tuesday: Music Day= We are starting at 5:30 instead of 3:30. 5:30 is when the entire orchestra pit will be present and we will be doing all the songs and whatnot during that time.

Wednesday: Act I= Full run of Act I. We are starting at 3:30. Please be there at 3:30 and ready to go! We need to get through a run of Act I with no problems.

Thursday: Act II= Full Run of Act II. 3:30 start. It will be followed by number to adjust.

There will be a day next week where we will adjust more specific numbers before we go into tech week and a run of both acts.

Two more reminders:

Do not forget to take care of the T-Shirts this week along with your bios for the Playbill.

Attention Seniors!

Please consider applying for this scholarship! It is from the SAFChamber of Commerce! 

Dear Parents,

Please be aware of the following report of suspicious activity in the area of Fourth Lane and Eucalyptus: This morning, students reported that yesterday, Thursday, March 9^th, after school, an unidentified male individual in a vehicle was parked as the students were walking by on the way home from school. From the inside of his car, the man knocked on his car window and asked the students to open the door for him, indicating that he was stuck in the vehicle. The students did not open the door and ran away from the area. It was observed that the man moved to the driver’s seat and began to start the vehicle. The students were unharmed and were not approached again after running away from the area.

The incident did not occur on or near any of our school campuses, and the man has not yet been identified. South San Francisco Police were immediately notified and are currently investigating the encounter.

The man is described as a white male, overweight, approximately 30 to 40 years old, who may have a mustache. The vehicle is described as a white van that may have been a Chevy Astro Van, 2004 model.

We ask that parents and guardians remind their students to be cautious of strangers, to be aware of their surroundings, and to report any suspicious activity or any interactions that make them uncomfortable. We also encourage the “buddy system” as much as possible when walking to and from school.

Should you have any questions or information about this incident, you may contact the South San Francisco Police Department at 650-877-8900.

Estimados padres de familia,

Por favor tenga en cuenta el siguiente reporte de una actividad sospechosa en el área de Fourth Lane y Eucalyptus: Esta mañana unos estudiantes reportaron que ayer, jueves 9 de marzo después de la escuela y de camino a sus hogares un individuo no identificado estaba estacionado y dentro de su vehículo. El individuo comenzó a golpear la ventana de su auto y les pidió a los estudiantes que le ayudaran a abrir la puerta porque estaba atascado en el vehículo. Los estudiantes no abrieron la puerta y se alejaron corriendo del lugar. Se observó que el hombre se movió al asiento del conductor e inicio la marcha del vehículo. Ninguno de los estudiantes fue lastimado y no se acercaron de nuevo al área después de huir de la zona.

El incidente no ocurrió en o cerca de ninguno de nuestros centros escolares, y el hombre no ha sido identificado. La policía de South San Francisco fue inmediatamente informada y en estos momentos se encuentra investigando el caso.

El hombre es descrito como un hombre blanco, con sobrepeso de aproximadamente 30 a 40 años quien quizás tenga bigote. El auto se describe como una camioneta blanca que quizás haya sido un Chevy Astro Van, del modelo 2004

Le pedimos a los padres de familia o tutores legales que le recuerden a sus hijos estudiantes de tener precaución con los extraños y cautelosos con sus alrededores, y reportar cualquier actividad sospechosa o cualquier interacción que los haga sentirse incomodos. También les proponemos “hacerse acompañar por un amigo” tanto como sea posible cuando vengan caminando hacia la escuela o de la escuela hacia sus hogares.

Si tiene alguna pregunta acerca de este incidente, puede comunicarse con el departamento de policía de South San Francisco al teléfono (650) 877-8900 para más información.

Attention everyone!

 The production of South Pacific and the Drama Club is looking for assistance for the next couple of weeks before the show going into tech rehearsals.

1)This week, I am need of any able body for construction and painting the set for the show. Please come after school today, tomorrow and Saturday during the day. Depending on what gets completed and the number of people who come in, there might or might not be construction and painting next week or the following week. Just keep your eyes and ears open to know if there will be people needed or not to finish up the construction of the set. 

2) If you saw the list of needs for costumes, please bring whatever you can donate this week, next week and the following week before the technical rehearsal week starting on March 25th. 

3) I am in need of people to help with the show itself through backstage crew, light crew and Costumes/Make-up crew. For backstage, I need 5 more people; 2 more people for lights and costumes/make-up. If you are interested, please stop by M-3 to talk to Mr. Pilacik. You will not be needed until the week before tech week. 

If you have any questions or concerns, please see Mr. Pilacik in M-3. Thank you

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!

Please see the attached memo which is sent to you on behalf of Nutrition Services.

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!

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

South Pacific Rehearsal Schedule

This should be the final rehearsal schedule I would have to make. Just keep your eyes and ears open for any announcements or changes to the schedule. Another big reminder, since we are going into the month of March, everyone needs to come to rehearsal on time AND present unless you can notify me. When it comes to Tech Week, everyone MUST be present everyday for tech week! NO EXCEPTIONS!

SENIORS!  The scholarship application process needs to be finished and submitted by March 1st!

If you don't finish, you can't be considered.

If you started an application, FINISH IT! 

The Library (LIC) will be closed to students the week of February 27th to accommodate our National History Day competition for all Juniors and Sophomores!

Homework Center will be held in Room B-22 (computer lab) and other rooms in B-Wing, as necessary.

The Library will re-open to students on Monday March 6th for Homework Center.

Thursday and Friday, February 23 and 24, SSFHS will be on block schedule to accommodate an Interim Test in 11th grade Language Arts classes.

Here's the schedule:

Start and end times are the same as usual for everyone!

We've also attached an image (jpeg) file that could be saved to your cell phone or personal device. 

Top Seller Wins IPOD touch 8GB that sells at least $250 or more to win! 2nd Prize winner that sells over $200 will win $25 ITUNES card!Students selling more than $150 will be in drawing for a $25 Amazon gift card!

See attachments for more details! & order forms in office too!

Sell Butterbraid Pastries so that by time you graduate either in 2017 or 2020 it will be FREE or Partially paid for!

each item sells for between  $14-$15

Checks to Your class year! so we can track your own funds raised! Ex: SSFHS PTSA Gradnite 2020. SSFHS PTSA Gradnite 2019, SSFHS  PTSA Gradnite 2018, SSFHS PTSA Gradnite 2017 Orders & Money due Wednesday March 8th in PTSA Cubby.. If cash give to Stella or Colleen. We are not responsible for cash left in cubby.

Gradnite & Senior Breakfast Chairs 2018 &2020

Lisa Hoo Gonzalez & Nancy Hoffer

gonzalbyte@aol.com, ssfhs.hoffer@gmail.com

Attention Juniors:

Here is your chance to practice for the computerized Science California Standardized Test (CAST). 

http://www.caaspp.org/practice-and-training/. Click on “Student Interface Practice and Training Tests” > “Sign In” > “Select Grade” > “Yes” > {Scroll Down} “California Science Training Test” > and then make your selections to begin the test.  

The actual date you will take the pilot test will be on Thursday, March 23 during 4th period (11:00-12:40). 

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

IMPORTANT INFORMATION!
I understand that the Night Theme Diary Project is due next week and some people have questions on how to format this whole thing with using Microsoft Word and Google Docs along with how to submit this project. 
1) If you remember, I told you that I need a hard copy of the project. It even says it on the layout of the project as well. So PLEASE submit a hard copy of your project on the day that it is due. Everyone submit their project by next Friday, February 24th before the end of the school day. I know there is a block schedule set for that day and there is a possible guest coming into the school that Friday. So I would like everyone to submit their projects during lunch or by the end of the day. I will be leaving campus by 4PM next Friday. If it is late or you do not do the project, it will be a zero overall. 
2) In terms of typing this out, you can format perfectly in order to create the book effect. I can give you the instructions on how to approach it through Microsoft Word and Google Docs. 
- Microsoft Word: You click onto the Page Layout Icon on the top and change the Orientation. It should be changed to Landscape instead Portrait. Following that, an icon over states "Columns" in which you put in three. From there you should be able to have a column for the Theme response, one for the picture and the other for the Chapter response. 
- Google Docs: Go to file and click onto Page Setup and switch it to landscape. After that, you go to Format and click on Columns to create three columns. Same as word in appearance overall. 
If you have any questions or concerns, just e-mail me as soon as possible. I want you to be successful and creative in your theme diaries.

Dear SSFHS Family,

Below are the upcoming testing dates for CAASPP and CAST which all 11th grade students will take.  The PSAT10 is for 10th graders. The bell schedule will be schoolwide so all students will need to follow the bell schedule.

Feb 23 and Feb 24:  CAASPP Interim Assessment Block (test covers English and Math)

On Thursday, Feb 23, all juniors will take the interim assessment block during their English class.  Depending on which period they have English, they will either take it Thursday or Friday.  We will be on a 2-hour class block schedule as follow:

Period 1:  8:16-10:16

Period 3:  10:22-12:22

Lunch       12:24-12:54

Period 5:  1:00-3:00

On Friday, Feb 24, All juniors will take the interim assessment block during their English class.  Depending on which period they have English, they will either take it Thursday or Friday.We will be on a 2 hour class block schedule as follow:

Period 2:  8:16-10:16

Period 4:  10:22-10:16

Lunch       12:24-12:54

Period 5:  1:00 -3:00

March 8:  PSAT10

On Wednesday, March 8, sophomore students who signed up for the PSAT test will be pulled from their 1st period through 4th period classes and tested in a separate testing room.  No schedule change.  Students should check with their teachers for any work they will miss.

**Week of March 20-24:  Bell schedule will have one rotating extended block for the entire school.  Other classes are shorten to accommodate testing schedule.

March 20: There is no testing.

Period 1:  8:16 -9:56  (extended period.)

Period 2:  10:02-10:49

Period 3:  10:55-11:47

Period 4:  11:53 -12:40

Lunch       12:44-1:14

Period 5:    1:20-2:02

Period 6:    2:13-3:00

March 21: Math Part I

On Tuesday, March 21, juniors will take the Math Part I of the CAASPP test. 

Period 1:  8:16-8:59

Period 2:  9:05-11:05(extended period.  Juniors will take Math Part I)

Period 3:  11:11-11:59

Period 4:  12:05 -12:48

Lunch    12:52-1:22

Period 5:  1:28 - 2:11

Period 6:  2:17 -3:00

March 22:  Math Part II

On Wednesday, March 22, juniors will take Math Part II of the CAASPP test. 

Period 1:  8:16-9:00

Period 2:  9:06-9:50

Period 3:  9:56-11:56 (extended period.  Juniors will take Math Part II)

Period 4:  12:00-12:44

Lunch:    12:50-1:20

Period 5:  1:26-2:10

Period 6:  2:16-3:00

March 23: Science

On Thursday, March 23, juniors will take the Science CAST test.

Period 1:  8:16-9:03

Period 2:  9:09-9:56

Period 3:  10:02-10:54

Period 4:  11:00-12:40 (extended period.  Juniors  will take Science CAST)

Lunch:  12:44-1:14

Period 5:  1:20-2:07

Period 6:  2:13-3:00

March 24:  Make ups

On Friday, March 24, juniors who did not complete the Math Part I or Math Part II or Science CAST will complete their test on this day.

Period 1: 8:16-8:59

Period 2: 9:05-9:48

Period 3: 9:54-10:41

Period 4: 10:47-11:30

Lunch:  11:34-12:04

Period 5:  12:10-1:32

Period 6: 1:38-3:00

March 27 and March 28:  English Language Arts (ELA) Part I

On Monday, March 27 and Tuesday, March 28, juniors will take ELA Part I in their English classes.  Both days are on 2-hour block schedules.  Monday will be periods 1, 3, 5.  Tuesday will be Periods 2, 4, 6. Bell schedule for those days are as follow.

Period 1/2:  8:16-10:16

Period 3/4:  10:22-12:22

Lunch          12:24-12:54

Period 5/6:  1:00-3:00

March 30 and March 31:  English Language Arts (ELA) Part II

On Thursday, March 30 and Friday, March 31, juniors will take ELA Part II in their English classes.  Both days are on 2-hour block schedules.  Thursday will be periods 1, 3, 5.  Friday will be Period 2, 4, 6. 

Period 1/2:  8:16-10:16

Period 3/4:  10:22-12:22

Lunch          12:24-12:54

Period 5/6:  1:00-3:00

Students can prepare for these tests by taking online practice tests.  You will need your 10-digit student ID.

http://www.caaspp.org/practice-and-training/index.html

https://login7.cloud1.tds.airast.org/student/V173/Pages/LoginShell.aspx?c=California_PT

Sincerely,

Dr. Rapaido, Principal

see attached

The attached list of students have qualified to be members of the California Scholarship Foundation based on their grades and classroom performance.

Congratulations to our amazing students!

On Tuesday, February 7th,  we will be hosting our Advanced Placement (AP) and Honors information night.

Anyone interested in learning more about our program and our AP course offerings for the 2017-18 school year is welcome to attend.

The meeting is scheduled to begin at 6:30 pm in the auditorium. 

Please note that this meeting is mandatory for those students planning on enrolling in AP courses next school year.

Course Selection Night is YOUR opportunity to choose courses and electives for school year 2017-18! 
Parents! Speak with your student's counselor and discuss the courses they need to graduate or be ready for college.

Current JUNIORS/11th graders - Tuesday February 21

Current SOPHOMORES/10 graders - Tuesday February 28

Current FRESHMEN/9th graders - Tuesday, March 7

Flyer is attached!

No Homework Center the week of January 30th.  There will be NO after school Homework Center on January 30, January 31 or February 2.

Dinner in the Dark

A Night in Genoa

Thursday, February 9

6:15pm-9:00pm

SSFHS Cafeteria

$13/Advance, $15 At-the-Door

All proceeds benefit the SSFHS Earth Club and our

Environmental Education efforts.

Tickets can be purchased from any Earth Club member.

All sales are final and non-refundable.

Please see the flyer for more info!

Please see Mr. Pilacik in M-3 to pick up a schedule. A schedule will be placed on here so you can have a look. 

South Pacific Rehearsal Schedule #2

Schedule is tentative to change. Please stop by daily to M-3 to see any adjustments to the schedule.

The minimum wage for workers is going up and Ms. Ariani has provided information for us.  The law went into effect January 1st, and minimum wage is scheduled to increase every year.

We've attached the information in a 4 page document.

More info from the CA.GOV website is also linked to this news item.

Boosters Crab Feed is back and bigger than ever!

February 24th, 2017

Please reserve your seats or table by Monday, February 13th!

More details on the flyer, attached.

Domingo, 29 de Enero del 2017
1:00 pm—4:00 pm
Centro Comunitario Albert Teglia
285 Abbot Ave
Daly City, CA 94014

Para obtener mas información,

por favor llame a Sara Arancibia al (650) 573-2049

More information in flyers, attached

Health Forum for Immigrants

Sunday, January 29, 2017

Albert Teglia Community Center

285 Abbot Ave

Daly City, CA  94014

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

To commemorate the 2nd anniversary of the African American Parent Advisory Committee in SSFUSD, please support the SSFUSD school community about our special event on Tuesday, February 7 at 7:00 pm at Westborough Middle School. We will be featuring a Q &A African American student and parent panel and potluck.

Please see the attached flyer for more information! 

Please see the attached invitation to the SSFHS Band Guild Mardi Gras!

There will be NO Homework Center

Tuesday & Wednesday, January 17 & 18

Teachers have Department Meetings and Early Release time.

See you on Thursday, January 19

San Francisco State will be at the MAIN LIBRARY

on Tuesday, January 31st at 6:00 pm.

to present information about the

EOP and other financial aid programs

for low-income and first generation students going to college.

SEE FLYER, ATTACHED

SSF Public Library

840 West Orange Avenue

650-829-3860

Financial Aid for Dream Act students remains legal in California.  The California Dream Act is a state law, separate and distinct from the federal DACA program.

Schools and County Education officials were sent a letter from Tom Torlakson, the State Superintendent of Public Instruction, and Lupita Cortez Alcalá, the Executive Director of California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) regarding the DREAM Act and Student Aid in California.

Please see the links below for more information, and for any questions.  We've also attached the PDF file of the original letter.

March 2 is the priority financial aid filing deadline for most colleges and universities and the absolute deadline for submission of the Cal Grant application (CA Dream Act Application + GPA).

If you need assistance, please see your counselor.

South Pacific Rehearsal Schedule has been posted and is available to be picked up by Mr. Pilacik in M-3. If you got one this morning, there has been a slight change with tomorrow is switched to Wednesday and Wednesday's rehearsal is switched to tomorrow. 

LIC is CLOSED after Finals

on Thursday, 12/22

Offices are closed after 12:45 pm

on Thursday, 12/22

We need your help to sort the donations received from all of the generous community members!

Volunteers needed for:

Food sorting: Dec. 21st, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. @ 315 Airport Blvd

Toy sorting: Dec. 21st, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Station #61, 480 N. Canal Street

Food and toy distribution: Dec. 22nd, 7:00a.m. to 7:00 p.m. @ 315 Airport Blvd.

Please contact Marie Patea if interested: (650) 829-3837.

California Academy of Science Youth Programs Applications are Closing Soon!

The California Academy of Sciences is now recruiting youth currently in grades 8-12 for Spring 2017 volunteer opportunities!

Are you excited about the natural world and interested in communicating your passion for science in dynamic and creative ways? Applications for the TechTeens and Teen Advocates for Science Communication programs are now open. Applications close on January 3.

For more information about our programs, visit www.calacademy.org/youthprograms.
 

http://us9.campaign-archive1.com/?u=c480305b957a2840a1fc9905e&id=0280eb97b6&e=94d95bffa7

Parents and Guardians!  We'd love to hear about your career.  Please consider sharing your career and industry with students on Career Day.  Here's the form so we can get you more information!

FUTURELAB SCHOLARSHIP

Using the SchoolLoop app on your phone?

Here's an easy link to the School Calendar!

Please see the attached flyers regarding the DELAC meeting scheduled for January 10, 2017. 

Holiday shopping is easy with Amazon smile for your Holiday Gifts and Amazon donates to South San Francisco HIgh School PTSA!

Click on this link for Amazon smile! Not Amazon!

Only Amazon smile is how we will receive donations!

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

Support us when You shop for Holiday gifts &  ALL Year Round!!!!!

The above link is specifically for SSFHS PTSA smile fundraiser!

questions:

email gonzalbyte@aol.com

Here are the dates you will be able to purchase SamTrans bus tickets during lunch in the attendance office. 

Please be sure to show proof.

Thank you,

Dr. Rapaido, Principal

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

Attention Drama Club Member!

Please remember to wear black for tomorrow's meeting for our club picture for the yearbook during lunch!

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

ATTENTION STUDENTS AUDITIONING FOR SOUTH PACIFIC!

Auditions are being held this week. Here is the schedule for this week.

Tuesday: Singing- 3:15PM Band Room (M-3). Please bring your music and be prepared. Come to your time slot a couple minutes before to fill out paperwork.

Wednesday: Dancing- 3:30PM Cafeteria. Please bring comfortable clothing and sneakers. You will be moving around and work a sweat.

Thursday: Acting- 3:30PM M-3. The callback list will be up Thursday morning. Come to M-3 on time that day.

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 to students who signed up or are interested in auditioning for South Pacific!

Dates for Auditions for South Pacific are now on Tuesday December 6th and Wednesday December 7th. Tuesday will be the Singing Auditions which would start at 3:15PM and Wednesday will be the Dancing Audition starting at 3:30PM. Please come on time for those auditions! Thursday December 8th is the acting callbacks. If you get called back, you are to come after school. If you are not called back, it does not mean that you are in the show. For any questions, please come to M-3 and ask Mr. Pilacik.

Dear Parent/Guardian,

I invite you to come and attend any of the following meetings tomorrow night!

Tea and Cookies with Administration:  4:30-5:30 p.m. Library

Parent Education Series; Topic "Social Media and the Internet" Presenters SSFPD:  5:30-6:30 p.m. Library

ELAC:  6:30-7:30 p.m. Library

Immigration Parent Community Night: 6:00-8:30 p.m. Cafeteria

Winter Athletic Parent Meeting:  6:30-7:30 p.m. Big Gym

Please note African American Parent Advisory Committee has been cancelled and rescheduled for December 13:  7:00- 8:30 p.m. Westborough Middle School Library

I look forward to seeing you!

Sincerely,

Cynthia Rapaido, Ed.D. Principal

Dear SSFHS Community,

We are currently seeking guest speakers who would like to participate in our 2nd Annual Career Day which will be on February 14, 2017.  If you know of a person who is available to participate and would love to share their path to their career, please consider getting in touch with us! Please see the attached letter!

Here is the link as well.

https://goo.gl/forms/SsAVnCfvvhFKqG3F3 

If that one does not work, try this one:

https://docs.google.com/a/g-apps.ssfusd.org/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSejWuq0oMieK-fg8Ceof8ZwSjWXdvHxBB79S8mz0sCkbI254A/viewform?c=0&w=1

Sincerely,

Dr. Rapaido

Attention students interested in auditioning for South Pacific!

Auditions have been cancelled and will be rescheduled to another date and time. Keep your eyes and ears open for the new dates.

ATTENTION STUDENTS AUDITIONING FOR SOUTH PACIFIC!
If you did not get the music for the auditions, go see Mr. Talbert from first thing in the morning to 4th Period. What I can do is if you did not get a chance to see him, I will get my hands on the sheet music. AUDITIONS THIS WEEK STARTING TUESDAY!!!

Tuesday is singing

Wednesday is dancing

Thursday is callbacks (acting).

If you have no signed up yet, please do so first thing tomorrow!

Attached Flyer for Information Meeting tomorrow after school.

ATTENTION STUDENTS!

If you are interested in audition and/or helping out with the spring musical, South Pacific, come to the information meeting held in the auditorium on Wednesday, November 9th at 3:15. All questions will be answered along with further information on the auditions and rehearsal. If you cannot make it to the meeting, please see Mr. Pilacik in M-3. Sign ups for the auditions are on the door of M-3 so please sign up for a time slot.

Dear Junior Students, Parents, Faculty, and Staff:

This email is being sent to you on behalf of Assistant Principal Mr. Al Mack:

On Wednesday, November 2, 2016, all juniors will take the PSAT. This is an early release day so all juniors will test during period 1-4. The morning of November 2, student names and testing room locations will be posted on the Administration buildings. The teachers proctoring the test are Ms. Sutter, Ms. Marder, Ms. Johnson, Ms. Silicani, Ms. Boese, Mr. Flores, Mr. Navarro, Ms. Stearman, and 4 guest teachers.

Students: Good luck to all junior students and thank you to all who are assisting with the schoolwide Junior PSAT! Please note:  Junior students who have opted out of the PSAT in advance, will report to assigned classroom which will be posted, too. If you have any further questions or concerns please email Mr. Mack at amack@ssfusd.org.

Please see the Student Test Day Checklist below:

Student Test Day Checklist
There are only a few things you really need to bring on test day and a lot of things you’ll be better off leaving at home.

Please note that students can purchase their Sam Trans Bus Pass on the following dates during lunch time in the attendance office:

10/28/2016 (Fri)

10/31/2016 (Mon)

11/02/2016 (Wed)

10/03/2016 (Thu)

See Ms. Bunac at the attendance office for more information.

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 a $5000 fine and an arrest. 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."
 

Go to smile.amazon.com to choose our school South San Francisco High PTSA to start receiving donations from all your purchases! Only purchases made at smile.amazon.com are eligible for donations not Amazon.com.

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

October 7, 2016

To the Parents and Students of the Class of 2018,

This year, SSFHS administration has arranged for all members of the Junior Class to take the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, commonly referred to as the PSAT/NMSQT, free of charge.  The examination will be administered on Wednesday, November 2, 2016, during periods 1-4 (8:16-11:34 early release bell schedule).

Taking the PSAT helps students prepare for the SAT, which most of our students will take in the late spring semester of their junior year, or the fall semester of their senior year.  In addition, students who do well on the PSAT may qualify for college scholarships through the National Merit Program.  We are very happy to be able to offer this opportunity to all of our eleventh graders this year.

To prepare students for the PSAT, we are offering afterschool preparation classes!

When?  During the weeks Oct 11-Oct 27, 2016

Cost?  FREE and voluntary!

Who can attend?  Any junior student can drop in as much as needed

How often can a junior attend?  You can attend as many classes as you can or want

If you have any questions about the PSAT please feel free to contact your child’s counselor or me.

Sincerely,

Al Mack

Assistant Principal

Hi Seniors,

Please see the attached flyer regarding College Application Assistance. We will be in B-21 everyday at Lunch and Tuesdays after school to help you with your college applications.

Here are some dates for you all to know:

CSU applications 10/1-11/30

UC Applications 11/1-11/30

FAFSA opened already. We will have Cash for College Events where you will have assistance in completing the FAFSA on October 11th and November 8.

Also a reminder about the Serramonte College Fair on Wednesday from 5-7.

Remember to come see us or Schoolloop us if you have any questions!

Counseling Department- Ms. Shine, Mr. Flores, Mr. Navarro

This message is sent to you on behalf of SSFHS Band Guild:

You are cordially invited to The South San Francisco High School
Band and Color Guard….
Spaghetti Feed
Ticket Price $10 / person
$12 at the door
Friday October 7, 2016
5 - 9PM
South San Francisco High School Cafeteria
400 B Street SSF, CA 94080

Despite funding cuts for the arts programs in our schools, South San Francisco High School has worked hard to build a strong band program with over 80 students participating in the marching, concert, and jazz bands. In addition to local performances, the bands participate in regional competitions and other events with excellent results as evidenced by the trophy collection proudly displayed in the band room.

We are planning our Spaghetti Feed fundraiser for Friday Oct. 7, 2016, from 5-9pm at the school’s cafeteria in an attempt to raise much needed funds to support our program.
Band will perform from 6:30 – 7:30pm

Please join us and help support our students.
There will be a silent auction, raffle prizes and performances throughout the night.

A plate consists of Spaghetti, Caesar Salad, Bread, Dessert and Soft drinks
All proceeds raised will help the South San Francisco High School
Band and Color Guard

You can buy tickets in advance before October 5, 2016

Make checks payable to:
South City Band Guild/ Attn: Spaghetti Feed
South San Francisco High School
400 B Street, South San Francisco, CA 94080
Name: _____________________________________ email _____________________________
Address: __________________________________________Phone:______________________
Total Tickets __x $10 = $___ (please make checks payable to South City Band Guild)
I cannot attend, but I would like to donate the following:
(__) $50 (__) $100 (__) $150 (__) $200 (__) $250 (__) $300 (__) $500 (__) other $_________
Thank you for your support and generosity
on behalf of the South San Francisco High School Band and Color Guard Students!
TAX ID #94-3102563

Congratulations to Miss Shaylee Agas, Mr. James Coleman, and Mr. Aidan Marques!   

They received an Award of Excellence from the National Academy of Future Physicians!   Per the Award it states the following:

"The Medical Advisory Board of the National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists confers honor and distinction upon each of these students for outstanding academic performance, leadership potential, and dedication to serving humanity through the Profession of Medicine - The Congress of Future Medical Leaders 2016. 

Presented this 27th day of June 2016, Boston, Massachusetts.

With this recognition comes all the rights, honors, and privileges threunto pertaining to the National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists. 

Signed,

Robert G Darling, MD, FACEP Medical Director

Richard Rossi Executive Director"

Please congratulate them when you see them!

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

Dear SSFHS Warriors,

Below are important dates to mark on your calendar:

September 12 (Monday):  Photo retakes/make-ups

Students must return purchased photos or have a pass to make up/retake their school photo.

September 13 (Tuesday): Back to School Night

4:30-6:00 p.m.:  Chicken Teriyaki Bowl Band Guild Fundraiser; Parent Information and Resource tables in the Cafeteria; Register on Schoolloop in the LIC/Library

5:00-7:00 p.m.:  Volunteer registration and fingerprinting (FREE).  Sign up to volunteer to chaperone field trips, help with school events and functions, and be cleared to volunteer for services to SSFHS! Fingerprints will be processed in the Cafeteria.

5:15-6:00 p.m.:  Welcome New and Returning Parents of English Language Learner Students in Room E-5

5:15-6:00 p.m.:  Welcome New and Returning Parents of Students with Special Needs/ Special Education in Room B-7

6:00-6:45 p.m.:  Back to School Night for All Parents and Students  in Auditorium - Band, Cheer, and Folklorico Performances followed by Presentation and Information.  For Spanish speaking families, you can go to the LIC to hear the information in Spanish.  

6:50-8:30 p.m.:  Classroom visits (Period 0-Period 6).  If you need a copy of your child's schedule, you may pick it up in the LIC/library.

September 27:  (Tuesday): Parent Nights

5:30-6:45 p.m.:  "9th Grade Parent and Student Academic Success Night" in the auditorium followed by breakout rooms in LIC/library and cafeteria.  Parents and students are highly encouraged to attend! Meet your counselors, review your 4-year academic plan, listen to 9th grade teachers, and sign up and learn to use  Schoolloop.  Spanish translation will be available.

6:45-8:00 p.m.:  "Senior Parent Night" in the auditorium.  Learn about application process for financial aid for colleges and universities (FAFSA).  Parents and students are highly encouraged to attend!

October 3-7:  College and Career Week

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,

Dear SSFHS Students:

Below are the dates the SamTrans Bus Passes will be sold at SSFHS:

8/30 (Tues) thru 9/2 (Fri)

See Cecely Bunac at the Attendance Office during lunch 12:30-1:00 p.m.

All students please join us for our "Back To School Dance" on Friday, September 16th at the school from 7pm-10pm.  We will have 99.7 Now come out to DJ.  Tickets will be sold for $10 in the Quad Area at lunch starting Friday, August 26!

Dear Students,

It is almost time for AP test scores to be released!  If you were enrolled in AP classes last semester and took any of the AP exams, you will soon be able to access your AP exam scores.  You will need to create a College Board account at:

apscore.collegeboard.org/scores 

in order to access scores (some students may have accounts from last year or taking the SAT or PSAT).  You should set up your account NOW in order to avoid delays accessing your scores in July.   Please see apscore.collegeboard.org/scores for the detailed schedule of when scores are accessible.

Sincerely,

Dr. Rapaido, Principal

Congratulations to two of the girls on the South City Badminton Team, Jakin Lin and Raeka Lin! They went on to represent SSFHS and win first place in girl's doubles at PALs, CCS, and this past Saturday, May 21, they took first place at the 1st annual CIF NorCal Regionals! 

Feel free to look at the webinars on college planning:

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

May 2, 2016

Dear parents, guardians and alumni:

We have a wonderful opportunity to team up with TEALS to bring computer science courses to our students.  TEALS (Technology Education and Literacy in Schools) is a grassroots program that recruits, mentors and places passionate high tech professionals into high school classes as part-time teachers.  The professional brings his or her subject knowledge and will join one of our classroom teachers in a team-teaching model. TEALS provides training for both parties as well as course outlines based on successful college courses.

South San Francisco High School has been accepted by TEALS for the upcoming 2016-17 school year.  We will offer two courses: “Introduction to Computer Science” and “Advanced Placement Computer Science.”  The introductory class is based on the award winning UC Berkeley CS10 course and is adapted specifically for high schools in conjunction with UC Berkeley.  The other course will prepare students to take the College Board’s AP Computer Science A exam in May of 2017. 

In order to offer these courses, South San Francisco High School is seeking to recruit volunteers from the Computer Science or Software Engineering fields to support these courses with our teachers.  South San Francisco High School would hold the courses 1st period (done by 9:12AM) to permit the volunteers to get to their regular jobs.  

If you or someone you know works in the Computer Science or Software Engineering field and would be willing to help us build a successful Computer Science program, please contact Dr. Cynthia Rapaido crapaido@ssfusd.org or Ms. Rebecca Lee  rlee@ssfusd.org .

You can read more about TEALS on their website at http://www.tealsk12.org.  I am excited about this opportunity and look forward to hearing from many of you.

Sincerely,

Cynthia Rapaido, Ed.D.

Principal

Please see the attached information for resources for students and families that are homeless.

Dear Parent and/or Guardian:

Please see attached letters regarding student vaccinations.

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

Please support our Amazon Smile Fundraiser when you shop at Amazon. We get % of purchases to go to Grad Night General fund & Senior Breakfast. Go to smile.amazon.com to choose our school South San Francisco High PTSA. You will get an email confirmation of your designated donation from amazon.

Remember, if you want Amazon to donate to South San Francisco High PTSA you need to start each shopping session at the website smile.amazon.com and amazon will donate a % of the price of your purchase. You will know that you  are at the right website when on the top left hand corner of website it will state: supporting South San Francisco High PTSA. Do not just go to amazon.com!! Please go to smile.amazon.com for all purchases first!

Click on the above heading to this News also t get to attachment.

Thank you for your support, SSFHS PTSA

Contact info/questions Lisa Hoo Gonzalez or Olga Aldana Grad Night Chairs at gonzalbyte@aol.com or aldanaol@wellsfargo.com