"Come to School with Your Student" Day will be held next week on November 10th! Parents, some of your students may be telling you that you do not need to come to school that day. Not true! This is the perfect opportunity to observe your student's classrooms and get a first-hand look at what's happening at school. Go to: http://serrahighnews.blogspot.com/ for information and to sign up today.
The following parent workshops will be held during the morning for those who are interested in visiting the campus on November 10th but may not want to observe all of their student’s classrooms:
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
7:10am – Check-in, Room 231-Family Resource Ctr.
and pick up your student’s schedule
and pick up your student’s schedule
7:30am - 2:20pm – Classroom visits
MORNING WORKSHOPS
MORNING WORKSHOPS
7:45-8:15am – Using Naviance to track student progress, find scholarships, and more
8:45-10:00am – A-G requirements for High School Students
10:20-11:00am – Information and Resources for Military Families
Parent Connect sign-ups – ALL DAY
You will take away so much valuable information about your student when you come to school on November 10! Follow this link to sign up for the event http://serrahighnews.blogspot.com/. Reserve your space today! Refreshments will be provided by the Serra High PTO. Questions? Contact Marie Byrd mbyrd@sandi.net or 858-496-8342 x231. See you on November 10th!MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
SAVE THE DATE! Our first Principal's Chat for the 2011-12 school year will be held on Tuesday, November 15th at 6:00pm. Get the latest scoop on campus life, academic triumphs and challenges, budget updates, and more. And - it's a great way to get your questions answered and have your voice heard. Our monthly PTO meeting will immediately follow at 6:30pm. Get involved and stay informed. I'll see you at the Principal's Chat! - Principal Mike Jimenez
FROM THE COUNSELING OFFICE:
Scholarship information is available on Naviance - Family Connection.
(www.connection.naviance.com/serra). Naviance is a web-based service designed especially for students and parents. Family Connection is a comprehensive website that you can use to help in making decisions about colleges, careers and courses, meanwhile tracking academic progress as you aspire to post secondary education options. It is especially useful in searching for Scholarships! To log in students simply use their Student Connect log in number and password. Parents will be able to get their code from Ms. Turnberg by emailing their request to mturnberg@sandi.net .
RESOURCES FOR MILITARY FAMILIES
Our first Military Parent meeting will take place on Tuesday, November 8th at 9:30am in the Family Resource Center, Room 231. All are invited to this meeting. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss ways the school and parents can work together to best support our military students and families. The meeting room has a kids’ play area and parents are welcome to bring their younger children. For more information: mbyrd@sandi.net or 858-496-8342 x231.
The holidays are fast approaching and there are many events being planned and services offered in the San Diego community for our military families. To find out about holiday events and resources for military families such as the Fleet & Family Support Center Holiday workshops, San Diego Thanksgiving, Santa Store, Toys for Tots, and much more, Click here to go to the Military Families web page on the San Diego Unified School District website. You can also find this information in the Family Resource Center, located in Room 231 on the Serra High Campus. Questions? Contact Marie Byrd mbyrd@sandi.net.
School Pictures are ready for pick-up! Students may pick up their picture package orders from the Financial Clerk’s Window before, after school and during lunch.
Support the Serra High School Band and Colorguard! Come out and show your support for our Golden Regiment Band and Guard at their upcoming Field Competitions:
Nov. 5 – Mira Mesa
Nov. 12 - Vista
For more info go to: www.serrabandboosters.org
POWDERPUFF 2011 IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER! Don’t miss out on the fun! On December 2nd the Juniors ladies will take on the Senior ladies!
Congratulations to the Girls Tennis team! They went into CIF this past Tuesday as the #4 seed in Division II. We’re proud of their achievements!
FROM THE ATTENDANCE OFFICE:
Parents, please support our efforts in making sure all students come to school on time everyday, ready to learn. Tardies are highly disruptive to the learning process. Excused tardies include medical, dental, and court appointments. A doctor/dental or a court document must be presented to the attendance office in order to clear the tardy. You may also fax the excused note to: 858-571-3457. Unexcused tardies include car trouble, oversleeping, traffic, power outage, etc.
If your student is transferring from Serra High School you must notify the school at least 1 week before the last day of attendance. At that time we will give you information as to what your student will need for that last day. Following this simple procedure will allow for a smoother transition for you and your student. Thank you.
CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS!
• Snack bar helpers. Volunteers are needed to help in the snack bar at the December 2nd Powderpuff football game. Please help support the football boosters by donating a couple of hours in the snack bar.
• Assistance needed in the Media Center (Library). The librarian is looking for a creative volunteer who can help him decorate the Media Center, working with different themes, during the school year.
• Help is needed in the Nurse’s Office. Assist the Nurse with filing, checking-in students, and other tasks as needed.
• The Parent Center needs help with a few basic office tasks. Help is needed 1 or 2 hours per week, or just stop by when you have some time to lend a hand. The room is open Monday through Friday 9:00-3:00pm.
All new AND returning volunteers must have a current volunteer application and proof of a negative TB test on file with the school. Volunteer applications must be renewed every year. TB tests are valid for 4 years. It is important for the safety of our students that the proper paperwork is on file for every volunteer. Forms are available online at: http://serra.sandi.net/volunteer/ or at the school in the main office. Please contact the Volunteer Coordinator, Marie Byrd (mbyrd@sandi.net or call 858-496-8342 x231) for more information.
EVENTS
Saturday, November 5
- 7:00am - AP Super Saturday
- 8:00am - SATURDAY SCHOOL
- 11:00am - Band & Flags Field Competition
- 2:30pm - Field Trip-BAND
Sunday, November 6
- All day - NJROTC Charger Game Fundraiser
Monday, November 7
- 3:00pm - SSC Meeting
Wednesday, November 9
- 5:00pm - Band & Flags Rehearsal
Thursday, November 10
- All day - Come to School with your Student Day
Friday, November 11
- All day - NJROTC @ Veterans Parade
- All day - Veterans Day- No School
- 9:00am - NJROTC Field Trip
Saturday, November 12
- 10:00am - Band & Flags Field Competition
- 1:30pm - Field Trip-BAND
Sunday, November 13
- All day - NJROTC Charger Game Fundraiser
SPORTS
Friday, November 4
- 3:00pm - Boys Water Polo @ La Jolla
- 3:00pm - Varsity Field Hockey vs Mira Mesa
- 4:15pm - JV Field Hockey vs. Mira Mesa
- 6:30pm - Varsity Football @ LJHS
Saturday, November 5
- 5:00pm - Boys Water Polo vs. Scripps Ranch
Monday, November 7
- 3:00pm - Varsity Field Hockey @ Patrick Henry
- 4:15pm - JV Field Hockey vs. Patrick Henry
- 6:00pm - Girls Bball Open Gym
Tuesday, November 8
- 2:45pm - Cross Country League Finals
- 5:00pm - Football Night Practice
- 6:00pm - Boys Bball Open Gym
Wednesday, November 9
- 2:30pm - JV Football vs Pt Loma
- 2:30pm - Freshmen Football @ Pt. Loma
- 3:00pm - Varsity Field Hockey @ Scripps Ranch
- 4:15pm - JV Field Hockey @ Scripps Ranch
Thursday, November 10
- 2:30pm - Varsity Football @ PLHS
- 6:00pm - Boys Bball Open Gym
Friday, November 11
- Veterans Day- No School