April 27, 2012

STAR testing is going smoothly!  We are past the half-way point of testing for most of our students. Parents, thank you for continuing to support our efforts during testing time by making sure your teen attends the rest of the STAR testing days, gets a good night’s sleep, and eats a healthy breakfast.  Our goal is to reach an API score of 787 this year.  Let’s keep up the good work!  Visit http://serra.sandi.net to see the STAR schedule.

Remember … If Serra reaches an API score of 800 Principal Jimenez will not only shave off his moustache but his head as well!  He will be joined by Jeff Thomas, Joe Schmidt, Jon Robell, Brian Basteyns, Jared Martin, Jennifer Anderson, Tommy Cotner, Franz Wrasidlo and more.  Come on, Serra.  Let’s do this!

Serra Baseball at PETCO PARK this Saturday!!  Serra vs Mira Mesa on Saturday, April 28 at 4:05 p.m.  Don't miss the opportunity to watch your Conquistadors play at Petco Park.  This is the biggest event in school history so let's make it great.  Come out and support the Varsity Baseball team to victory!

 

SAVE THE DATE!  A Volunteer Appreciation Reception will be held on Tuesday, May 15^th at 6:00pm in Room 400.  Serra truly appreciates the contributions of our volunteers to our students and the school.  We invite you to this special reception honoring the efforts and dedication of our amazing volunteers!  To RSVP: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?pli=1&formkey=dGtrcW5aTnE2RG5tNk0yRnZVMEJkc3c6MQ#gid=0.  For more information, contact Marie Byrd: mbyrd@sandi.net.  Refreshments will be provided and we’ll have a few prize giveaways!

CALLOUT FOR VOLUNTEERS!  

HELP WITH STAR SNACKS.  More help is needed packing and delivering STAR snacks to the students taking the California Standardized Tests (CSTs or STAR tests).  Thank You to the volunteers who have been helping out the last several days.  More help is needed on Monday, April 30^th and Tuesday, June 1^st at 7:30am.  If you can lend a hand on one or both of these days, please check-in at the Main Office, and then proceed to the Media Center.  

ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) EXAMS will be administered at Serra in May.  We are going to need many proctor volunteers!  If you can lend a hand, we would appreciate your help!  To sign up, please contact Counselor Jann Allen as soon as possible: 858-496-8342 x207 or jallen1@sandi.net.  Thank you in advance for supporting our students during testing time!

Volunteers, please note the following: 

1. Parents cannot serve as proctors for any exams their students are taking;

2.  Volunteers must be able to devote 3 to 3 ½ hours for each exam;

3.  Most exams will begin at 7:30am in the Media Center;

4.  A brief orientation/training will be held the 1^st week of May.  Exact date and time TBD.  We will notify you when the training is scheduled as soon as we can.

The following dates and times are available:

Monday, May 7, 2012

8:00am - Environmental Science (1 proctor needed)

12:00 noon  - Psychology (2 proctors needed)

Tuesday, May 8, 2012

8:00am - Spanish Language (2 proctors needed)

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

8:00am – Calculus (1 proctor needed)

Thursday, May 10, 2012

8:00am - English Literature (2 proctors needed)

Friday, May 11, 2012

8:00am - US History (2 proctors needed)

Monday, May 14, 2012

8:00am – Biology (1 proctor needed)

Tuesday, May 15, 2012

8:00am - US Government and Politics (3 proctors needed)

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

8:00am - World History (2 proctors needed)

8:00am - Human Geography (3 proctors needed)

8:00am - English Language (3 proctors needed)

SENIOR GRADUATION ANNOUNCEMENTS.  Senior Parents: Jostens will be here Wednesday, May 2 at lunch in front of the Media Center to distribute pre-ordered graduation announcements.  If there is a balance due, it must be paid on Wednesday.

YEARBOOK PRE-SALE!  $70 with an ASB card and $75 without an ASB card until May 31st.  Any books that remain unsold will be available for sale in June for $80 each.  There will be NO ASB card discount offered and NO CHECKS accepted.  For yearbook information contact Mr. Pedersen: cpedersen@sandi.net.

SUMMER SCHOOL AT SERRA.  Serra will be the summer school host school for Ihigh (SDUSD's On-line Virtual High School).  Military students have priority for enrollment and classes.  11th and 12th graders needing credit recovery will be directed to the classroom classes as well as online credit recovery.  9th and 10th graders in addition to selected 11th and 12th graders will be eligible for online classes.  Classes through Ihigh Virtual Academy are UC approved, NCAA approved, and WASC accredited.

If interested, visit sandi.net/ihigh, go to the section titled "School News", click on "Ihigh Summer Program Application" and submit.  Download the Parent Permission and Academic Honesty Policy, sign and return to your student's counselor or Ms. Ellis in Room 417B.  On the link with the Summer Program Application, there is a link to a proposed list of course offerings. 

Science classes will require on campus lab sessions.  All classes require on campus mid-term and final exams.

PARENT RESOURCES 

Parents do make a difference!  All parents are invited to the May 1^st English Learners Advisory Committee (ELAC) Meeting at 6pm in the Media Center.  Guest speaker for the evening is Georgina Montijo-Garcia, Parent Academic Liaison at Mann Middle School.  Ms. Montijo-Garcia runs a highly successful parent engagement program at Mann and will give an insightful presentation about the benefits and importance of parent involvement.  She will also share ideas and discuss best practices on how parents can become more actively involved at school.  Questions?  Contact Ms. Vidana-Cross: mvidana-cross@sandi.net.  See you on May 1^st!

 

FROM THE GEAR UP COORDINATOR

GEAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs) will be taking a field trip to Miramar College on May 9^th.  The first 50 9th & 10th graders who sign up will have priority.

GEAR UP will be taking a field trip to UCSD on May 19^th.  All cohort students and their families are welcome. Transportation and lunch will be provided for all students/families who sign up. The event will include several workshops on financial aid, college admission, A-G requirements, the San Diego Super Computer Center, and various speakers including artist Simon Silva.

Are you a 9th or 10th grade student interested in computers and technology? The San Diego Super Computer center at UCSD will be providing workshops over the summer including securing computer systems, animation, designing, app inventions and videos. If you are interested in registering for a class GEAR UP will be happy to pay for you! You must sign up by April 27^th.  A complete list of workshops is available at education.sdsc.edu/teachertech/ under “Workshops.”

To sign up for any of the above field trips or workshops, see Ms. Padilla in the Media Center, Office E or contact her at cpadilla@ucsd.edu.

BUDGET CUTS IMPACT EVERYONE!  Public education in California is still being threatened with devastating budget cuts that continue to negatively impact our students and our schools.  In fact, last month the Board of Education voted to send notices to more than 1,600 teachers that their contracts may not be renewed for the 2012-13 school year. 

Approximately 30% of Serra’s faculty received pink slips (that’s 28 people!).  These teachers, many who have put their heart and soul into their careers, now face an uncertain future.  Budget cuts impact everyone – students, parents, teachers, the community.

IT’S TIME TO TAKE ACTION! MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD!  The San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD) recently launched the Education Issues Action Center (https://salsa3.salsalabs.com/o/50217/) to give supporters of public education an easy online way to learn about key legislative and budget issues and contact their elected representatives to express their opinions about school funding and other educational issues.

Learn more about the budget crisis facing our schools and make your voice heard. Visit the Action Center today (https://salsa3.salsalabs.com/o/50217/). The site provides:

• Information about issues that impact public education, including November ballot measures
• An easy way to identify your elected representatives
• Prewritten support letters that can be edited and emailed immediately to register your opinions on key legislation and issues facing our schools
• A petition you can sign to support restoration of public education funding

Sign up for updates and share the information with a friend. You can also spread the word and share the Action Center on Facebook and Twitter! To learn more about the Education Issues Action Center, go to: https://salsa3.salsalabs.com/o/50217/.

RALLY FOR EDUATION!  Come Out and Represent Serra High School in a Rally against budget cuts – May 1^st! The SDEA, teachers, parents, students and community members are planning the biggest Rally of the year, Tuesday May 1st, at 3:30pm. The Rally will start at Roosevelt Middle School, 3366 Park Blvd and continue to the door steps of the San Diego Unified School District, 4100 Normal St. Please take part as this will be one of our last chances to protest the budget cuts and show how united we are.  Together we are stronger!

EVENTS

Friday, April 27

• All day – STAR Testing - Science Part 2

Saturday, April 28

• All day - NJROTC Battalion Field Meet @ Serra
• 7:00am - AP Stats Field Trip
• 8:00am - SATURDAY SCHOOL
• 9:00am - Third Annual AP Bio Bowl Competition
• 10:00am - AP Enviornmental Science AP Reveiw Exam

Monday, April 30

• All day - Pink Progress Report Day
• All day – STAR Testing - Social Science Part 1

Tuesday, May 1

• All day - STAR Testing – Social Science Part 2
• 6:00pm - ELAC Committee Meeting – Parent Meeting with guest speaker Georgina Montijo-Garcia, Parent Academic Liaison, Mann Middle School

Wednesday, May 2

• 6:30pm - Foundation Meeting – Media Center

Thursday, May 3

• All day - STAR Testing - Life Science Part 1
• 9:00am - Gear Up Field Trip

Friday, May 4

• All day - Progress Reports Distributed
• All day - STAR Testing - Life Science Part 2
• 7:00am - Biology/Biotech Open House- Mothers Day Bonanza
• 7:30am - AVID PRESENTATION

Saturday, May 5

• All day - NJROTC Awards Ceremony
• 8:30am - Gear Up Field Trip
• 9:00am - AP Biology Mock Exam

SPORTS

Friday, April 27

• 3:00pm - JV Baseball @ MMHS
• 3:00pm - Var. Baseball vs MMHS
• 3:00pm - Swim Meet vs PLHS @ Tierrasanta
• 4:00pm - Boys Volleyball Tourney @ Monte Vista
• 4:00pm - JV Girls Lacrosse @ PHHS
• 4:00pm - Track & Field Invite @ Escondido
• 5:15pm - Var. Girls Lacrosse @ PHHS
• 7:00pm - Boys Lacrosse vs UCHS

Saturday, April 28

• All day - Track & Field Frosh/Soph Invite @ El Capitan
• 9:00am - U18 Youth Field Hockey Training
• 4:00pm - Boys Volleyball Tourney @ Monte Vista
• 4:05pm - Var. Baseball vs MMHS @ Petco Pk.

Monday, April 30

• 4:00pm - Var. Softball @ Helix
• 5:00pm - Var Girls Lacrosse vs PLHS

Tuesday, May 1

• 2:30pm - Boys Tennis vs MMHS
• 3:00pm - Var. Softball @ Christian
• 3:00pm - Swim Meet vs MMHS @ Tierrasanta
• 3:30pm - Boys Volleyball vs MBHS

Wednesday, May 2

• 3:00pm - Badminton Match @ Clairemont
• 4:00pm - Var. Girls Lacrosse vs Cathedral
• 5:00pm - Boys Lacrosse @ PLHS
• 5:15pm - JV Girls Lacrosse vs Cathedral

Thursday, May 3

• 3:00pm - Boys Volleyball @ SDHS
• 3:00pm - Swim Meet vs PHHS @ Tierrasanta
• 3:30pm - Var. Softball vs MMHS

Friday, May 4

• 3:00pm - Badminton Tourney @ MMHS
• 6:00pm - Boys Lacrosse vs Saints

Saturday, May 5

• 9:00am - SDUSD Middle School Soccer
• 3:00pm - Badminton Tourney @ MMHS

April 20, 2012

First Week of STAR Testing a Success!  Students completed the first couple of days of the California Standardized Testing (CST’s or STAR Testing).   All is going very smoothly!  We have had fewer absences this year compared to last year.  Parents, continue to talk to your teen about the importance of doing their best on the tests.  Please make sure they attend all days of STAR testing, get a good night’s sleep, and eat a healthy breakfast.  Our goal is to reach 787 this year - – we can do it, Serra!  Parents, thank you for your support during testing time.  Let’s keep up the good work!  Visit http://serra.sandi.net to see the STAR schedule.

NEW!!!  This just in... If Serra reaches 800 Principal Jimenez will not only shave off his mustache but his head as well.  He will be joined by Jeff Thomas, Joe Schmidt, Jon Robell, Brian Basteyns, Jared Martin, Jennifer Anderson,  Tommy Cotner, Franz Wrasidlo and more.   

BUDGETS CUTS IMPACT EVERYONE!  It’s no secret that many of our teachers and staff are faced with losing their jobs due to the ongoing budget crisis.  People that have put their heart and soul into their career and students are now faced with an uncertain future. This unfortunate truth is not lost on our students. Recently, a handful of ASB students decided they wanted to do something for the people who have done so much for them.  The students decided the best thing they could do for their teachers, is to absolutely rock the STAR test!  The theory (which came from the students) was to send a message to the district and state, that their teachers and counselors do make a difference, and the proof will be a dramatically improved API.  The students produced a video that talks about what teachers mean to students and how it is the students' turn to rally around the ones that have always been there for them.  The video, which was 100% student conceived, written and produced, aired in all the classrooms on Thursday morning at the beginning of the testing period.  Here is the URL to watch on a computer:  http://serra.sandi.net/star/videos/teachersweb.m4v    To watch on a mobile device: http://serra.sandi.net/star/videos/teacherscell.m4v

 

SAVE THE DATE!  A Volunteer Appreciation Reception will be held on Tuesday, May 15^th at 6:00pm in the Media Center.  Serra Volunteers give countless hours to support our students all year long.  We invite you to this special reception honoring the efforts and dedication of our amazing volunteers!  For information or to RSVP, contact Ms. Byrd: mbyrd@sandi.net.  Refreshments will be provided and we’ll have a few prize giveaways!

YEARBOOK PRE-SALE!  $70 with an ASB card and $75 without an ASB card until May 31st.  Any books that remain unsold will be available for sale in June for $80 each.  There will be NO ASB card discount offered and NO CHECKS accepted.  For yearbook information contact Mr. Pedersen: cpedersen@sandi.net.

PARENT RESOURCES

Parents do make a difference!  All parents are invited to the May 1^st English Learners Advisory Committee (ELAC) Meeting at 6pm in the Media Center.  Guest speaker for the evening is Georgina Montijo-Garcia, Parent Academic Liaison at Mann Middle School.  Ms. Montijo-Garcia runs a highly successful parent engagement program at Mann and will give an insightful presentation about the benefits and importance of parent involvement.  Come to this meeting to share ideas and best practices on how parents can become more actively involved at school.  Questions?  Contact Ms. Vidana-Cross: mvidana-cross@sandi.net.  See you on May 1^st!

 

FROM THE COUNSELING OFFICE

Oh, the Places They'll Go!  Look where our Seniors are headed!  These are just some of the colleges and universities our Seniors have been accepted to:  UC San Diego, San Diego State, Colorado State, CSU-Long Beach, UC Los Angeles, University of Arizona, UC Santa Barbara, University of New Mexico, Humboldt State, UC Berkeley, USC, University of Oregon, Whittier College, California Lutheran, Sonoma State, UC Santa Cruz, CSU Fullerton, CSU San Marcos, San Francisco State, University of San Diego, UC Davis, Cal Poly, UC Irvine, San Jose State, Point Loma Nazarene, Tuskegee University, Brown, Duke, Cornell, Notre Dame, New York University, University of the Pacific, Mississippi Sate University, and Kansas State University.  We are proud of our Seniors!  Congratulations to all!

The Counseling Office is looking for donations of new or "gently" used t-shirts for students who do not adhere to the school dress code policy.  There is a great need for small and medium sizes. The shirts can have logos or graphics on them, as long as they are school appropriate!

FROM THE GEAR UP COORDINATOR

GEAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs) will be taking a field trip to Miramar College on May 9^th.  The first 50 9th & 10th graders who sign up will have priority.

A GEAR UP field trip to UCSD is scheduled on May 19^th.  All cohort students and their families are welcome. Transportation and lunch will be provided for all students/families who sign up. The event will include several workshops on financial aid, college admission, A-G requirements, the San Diego Super Computer Center, and various speakers including artist Simon Silva.

Are you a 9th or 10th grade student interested in computers and technology? The San Diego Super Computer center at UCSD will be providing workshops over the summer including securing computer systems, animation, designing, app inventions and videos. If you are interested in registering for a class GEAR UP will be happy to pay for you! You must sign up by April 27^th.  A complete list of workshops is available at education.sdsc.edu/teachertech/ under “Workshops.”

To sign up for any of the above field trips or workshops, see Ms. Padilla in the Media Center, Office E or contact her at cpadilla@ucsd.edu.

SPORTS NEWS

SPREAD THE WORD!!!  Serra Baseball at PETCO PARK!!  Serra vs Mira Mesa on Saturday, April 28 at 4:05 p.m.  Don't miss your opportunity to watch your Conquistadors play at Petco Park.  This is the biggest event in school history so let's make it great.  Come out and support the Varsity Baseball team to victory. 

FROM THE ATTENDANCE OFFICE

Concerning Student Athletic Bags and Equipment -  Parents, please understand the main office is not a storage area for student belongings!  The main office can not store, nor be responsible for sports bags and equipment during the school day.  Bags and equipment that are left in the office become a safety hazard as well as a security issue.  All student athletes have been notified by their coaches to bring their equipment to the team locker rooms before school each day.  Thank you for your understanding

To all parents - If your student is transferring from Serra High School, please notify the school at least one week before the last day of attendance.  At that time we will provide you with information as to what you will need for that last day.  This will ensure a smoother transition for your student. 

Serra High School needs to have your current information on file. Please make sure we have current telephone numbers. If you have moved please bring a new proof of residence to the attendance office as soon as possible so that you don’t miss any information.  Proof of residence must be one of the following: gas & electric bill, cable or water bill, housing orders or rental agreement. Thank you for your cooperation.

EVENTS

Friday, April 20

• STAR Testing – English/Language Arts Part 2

Saturday, April 21

• All day -  Color Guard Competition
• All day -  NJROTC Drill Meet @ Henry
• 8:00am -  Advanced Placement US History Practice Exam

Monday, April 23

• STAR Testing - Math Part 1

Tuesday, April 24

• STAR Testing - Math Part 2

Thursday, April 26

• STAR Testing - Science Part 1

Friday, April 27

• End of Grading Period
• STAR Testing - Science Part 2

Saturday, April 28

• All day - NJROTC Battalion Field Meet @ Serra
• 8:00am - SATURDAY SCHOOL
• 9:00am - Third Annual AP Bio Bowl Competition
• 10:00am - AP Enviornmental Science AP Reveiw Exam

SPORTS

Friday, April 20

• 3:00pm - Badminton Tourney @ MMHS
• 3:00pm - JV Baseball @ SRHS
• 3:00pm - Var. Baseball vs SRHS
• 7:00pm - Boys Lacrosse @ SRHS

Saturday, April 21

• 8:00am - Badminton Tourney @ MMHS
• 8:00am - Track & Field Invite @ Mt. SAC
• 8:00am - Track & Field Relays @ Otay Rch.

Monday, April 23

• 3:00pm - JV Baseball vs SRHS
• 3:00pm - Var. Baseball @ SRHS

Tuesday, April 24

• 2:30pm - Boys Tennis vs PLHS
• 3:00pm - JV Softball @ PHHS
• 3:00pm - Boys Volleyball @ Kearny
• 3:00pm - Swim Meet vs Kearny @ Tierrasanta
• 3:30pm - Var. Softball vs PHHS
• 4:00pm - Var. Girls Lacrosse vs Hilltop
• 5:15pm - JV Girls Lacrosse vs Hilltop

Wednesday, April 25

• 3:00pm - JV Baseball vs MMHS
• 3:00pm - Var. Baseball vs MMHS @ Petco Pk.
• 3:00pm - Badminton Match vs Madison
• 3:00pm - Boys Tennis @ Vista
• 3:00pm - Golf Match vs MMHS @ Balboa
• 6:00pm - Boys Lacrosse vs Saints

Thursday, April 26

• 2:30pm - Boys Tennis @ SDHS
• 3:00pm - JV Softball @ Morse
• 3:30pm - Var. Softball vs Morse
• 6:30pm - Deportola Staff vs Student BBall Game

Friday, April 27

• 3:00pm - JV Baseball @ MMHS
• 3:00pm - Var. Baseball vs MMHS
• 3:00pm - Swim Meet vs PLHS @ Tierrasanta
• 4:00pm - Boys Volleyball Tourney @ Monte Vista
• 4:00pm - JV Girls Lacrosse @ PHHS
• 4:00pm - Track & Field Invite @ Escondido
• 5:15pm - Var. Girls Lacrosse @ PHHS
• 7:00pm - Boys Lacrosse vs UCHS

Saturday, April 28

• All day - Track & Field Frosh/Soph Invite @ El Capitan
• 9:00am - U18 Youth Field Hockey Training
• 4:00pm - Boys Volleyball Tourney @ Monte Vista

April 13, 2012

This week is the beginning of STAR Testing!
Click here for the schedule.

Click here to see the epic conclusion to Young Eric's journey on Flight 787.  






Congratulations to 104 of our Seniors – Class of 2012 – who have been ADMITTED to San Diego State University!  You read that correct, 104 of our current 426 students have been accepted and admitted to SDSU. This is a reflection of the commitment of our teachers, staff, parents, AND students to continuing Conquistador higher education!  Congratulations to ALL! 

FROM THE COUNSELING OFFICE

The Counseling Office is looking for donations of new or "gently" used t-shirts for students who do not adhere to the school dress code policy.  There is a great need for small and medium sizes. The shirts can have logos or graphics on them, as long as they are school appropriate!

Naviance (www.connection.naviance.com/serra) is a free web-based service designed especially for students and parents to get information about college and career choices, track academic progress, and search for scholarships.  Students can log in using their Student Connect log in number and password. Parents can get their code from Counselor Ms. Turnberg by emailing their request to mturnberg@sandi.net.

Scholarship Highlights for the Week (All can be found on Naviance under the Scholarship tab):  The Serra Foundation and Tierrasanta Kiwanis Scholarships.  Applications are available in the counseling office.           

PARENT RESOURCES

Is your student struggling in class?  Free tutoring is available! 

FREE tutoring at the Mission Valley YMCA, 5505 Friars Road, San Diego 92110. 

- English and Writing Skills/General Help: Mon and Tues 4-6pm

- Advanced Math and Sciences: Thurs 6-8pm

Tutoring is held in the Computer Clubhouse.  Small group sessions.  Membership is not required.  For more information, contact the Outreach & Teen Coordinator, Raymond Wilson: 619-843-3321.

9th & 10th graders: GEAR UP has after school tutoring every Tuesday & Thursday from 2:30-3:30. Teachers & College tutors are waiting to help you! Algebra is in room 213, Geometry is in room 615 and Intermediate Algebra is in room 215. Those who attend and raise their grade are eligible to go on a field trip to Six Flags! Questions? Contact Clarissa Padilla: cpadilla@ucsd.edu

The Opportunities Afterschool Program offers tutoring every Tuesday and Thursday from 2:30-3:30pm in the Media Center.  Open to ALL students.  Teachers are available to assist student with Math, English, and Science questions.  For more info: avazquez@sandi.net or wfransk@sandi.net

GEAR UP Parent Night at San Diego Miramar College on Tuesday, April 17th from 5:00-7:30pm.  GEAR UP in collaboration with Miramar College will hold a Parent Night at Miramar College on April 17th 5:00-7:30. The event will include financial aid information, getting to know the community college system, its opportunities and programs. Dinner will be provided between 5-5:30pm. Please contact Ms. Padilla if you have any questions: cpadilla@ucsd.edu.

FREE INTERSESSION LUNCHES are available to any child 18 years old and under during intersession break, April 9-27.  No enrollment. No paperwork.  No income qualifications.  For more information go to www.sandi.net and select School Meals.

The Opportunities After School Program will be offering the LAST Drivers Education class of the year. Golden State Driving School will be on campus on Mondays May 7th, 14th, and 21st from 2:30 - 3:30.  Have your student go to room 409B during lunch or after school to sign up. Space is limited!  For more information, contact avazquez@sandi.net.

Is your 9th or 10th grader interested in science & technology?  Do they want to learn more about computer programming?  Then they should register with Ms. Padilla in the Media Center for summer workshops with the San Diego Super Computer Center at UCSD!  Questions? Contact cpadilla@ucsd.edu.

FROM THE ATTENDANCE OFFICE

Please note the main office closes at 2:00pm every Wednesday.  This is a minimum day for students.  Wednesday afternoons are dedicated to meetings and professional development for the teachers and staff.  If you need assistance after 2:00pm on Wednesdays, please leave a message on the main line: 858-496-8342 and a staff member will return your call as soon as possible.

All absences must be cleared by the parent/guardian within five school days. Any unverified absence(s) without a valid excuse is considered unexcused or truant.  You can call the attendance line 858-496-8342 Ext 209 or send a note with your student to verify the absence.

Please be sure we have your current phone number and address on file.  We have had a high volume of returned mail and want to make sure everyone is receiving important information sent out by the school. If your contact information has changed, please notify the front office as soon as possible.  Thank you.

STUDENT HIGHLIGHTS

Club ELEVATED Raising Awareness About Underage Drinking.  As part of a nation-wide effort to prevent underage drinking, Serra High School's Student-Relations Committee, ELEVATED, and six other youth groups throughout San Diego, will be hosting a youth-led Town Hall Meeting on April 18th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at the East African Community and Cultural Center located at 4061 Fairmount Ave, San Diego, CA 92105.  The purpose of the Town Hall Meeting is to increase community awareness of the issue of underage drinking, identify how underage drinking affects the community, and brainstorm possible solutions. ELEVATED will be presenting on factors that contribute to binge and underage drinking.  Councilmember Marti Emerald from district 7 will be the Master of Ceremonies at this event. Join Club ELEVATED on April 18th.  For more information or to RSVP, please contact Stacy Woods at swoods@saysandiego.org or (858) 496-8342 x 230.

 

Serra High School’s 1^st Annual Purple Day a Success!  Serra High School’s Circle of Friends club recently held its first annual Purple Day!  This internationally honored day (officially observed on March 26^th) brought attention and awareness to epilepsy, a neurological disorder that causes seizures.  The Circle of Friends club honored this important cause to educate the campus about this life-threatening condition and what to do if someone you know is having a seizure. On the day of then event, the school’s campus was flooded with students and staff wearing purple clothing and purple awareness ribbons. The club members also worked together to make creative and vibrant awareness posters and posted them around the campus. To read more about Purple Day, go to http://www.purpleday.org/.  For more information about the Circle of Friends club at Serra High School, please contact Angela Martin, Speech-Language Pathologist, at amartin1@sandi.net.

FROM THE ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT

Student Athlete Achievements -  Congratulations to our Boy’s Soccer Standout Kyler McLaughlin for being selected to the San Diego County 2nd Team All CIF Roster.  Kyler, along with last month’s basketball highlight ladies, were acknowledged last night at the San Diego Hall of Champions located in Balboa Park.  In addition to Winter Sport All CIF athletes being recognized for their accomplishments this past season, they were fortunate to hear a personal testimony of San Diego Sockers own Kraig Chiles!  Kraig, a SDSU and Poway Titan alum, was recently recognized as the 2011-12 Professional Arena Soccer League MVP.  A motivational evening of celebration it was! Congratulations Kyler, Tylinn, and Tiarra!

EVENTS

Monday, April 16

• All day - Pink Progress Report Day
• 11:30am - AP Pre-Registration for AP testing
• 3:00pm - Youth Synergy Summit
• 3:00pm - SSC Meeting

Tuesday, April 17

• 6:30pm - Gear-Up Miramar College Parent Information Meeting @ Miramar College
• 6:30pm - PTO Meeting

Thursday, April 19

• All day - STAR English/Language Arts, Part 1

Friday, April 20

• All day - STAR English/Language Arts, Part 2

Saturday, April 21

• All day - Color Guard Competition
• All day - NJROTC Drill Meet @ Henry

SPORTS

Monday, April 16

• 3:30pm - JV Softball @ Ramona
• 3:30pm - Var. Softball vs Ramona
• 5:30pm - Boys Lacrosse @ Hilltop

Tuesday, April 17

• 2:30pm - Boys Tennis @ MBHS
• 2:30pm - Golf Match vs Morse @ Bonita
• 3:00pm - Var. Softball @ MMHS
• 3:00pm - Badminton Match vs UCHS
• 3:30pm - JV Softball vs MMHS
• 3:30pm - Boys Volleyball @ Morse

Wednesday, April 18

• 2:15pm - Swim Meet vs LJCD @ JCC
• 3:00pm - JV Baseball @ PHHS
• 3:00pm - Var. Baseball vs PHHS
• 3:00pm - Badminton Match vs MBHS
• 3:00pm - Golf Match vs PHHS @ Balboa
• 3:30pm - Boys Tennis @ Valhalla

Thursday, April 19

• 3:00pm - JV Softball @ SRHS
• 3:00pm - Golf Match vs Kearny @ Torrey
• 3:00pm - Track & Field Meet vs UCHS
• 3:15pm - Boys Volleyball @ PLHS
• 3:30pm - Var. Softball vs SRHS
• 7:00pm - Boys Lacrosse vs San Dieguito

Friday, April 20

• 3:00pm - JV Baseball @ SRHS
• 3:00pm - Var. Baseball vs SRHS
• 3:00pm - Badminton Tourney @ MMHS
• 3:15pm - Var. Girls Lacrosse vs LJHS
• 4:30pm - JV Girls Lacrosse vs LJHS
• 7:00pm - Boys Lacrosse @ SRHS

Saturday, April 21

• 8:00am - Track & Field Invite @ Mt. SAC
• 8:00am - Track & Field Relays @ Otay Rch.
• 3:00pm - Badminton Tourney @ MMHS