Changes To The LOP List
We take attendance very seriously and have created the Loss of Privileges (LOP) List to teach the importance of being present and punctual. “Presence” helps to develop persistence and ability to learn. Punctuality is a basic skill required of anyone who wants to get any job and become a responsible, productive adult. In past years, the LOP list focused exclusively on tardies. This year we have expanded it to include unexcused absences and truancies.
Students on the LOP List are not allowed to participate/attend/compete in athletics, band, cheer, dances, pep rallys, field trips and more.
The LAST DAY for seniors to take their yearbook picture is Saturday October 6th. If the student does not take the picture by the deadline their Senior Picture will not appear in the book. Call Reyman photography at 858-271-0720. Call today or miss out.
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Serra High School is committed to providing a safe and drug free learning environment for each and every one of our students and staff. To that end, Serra High School Administration is renewing their contract with Interquest Detection Canines Inc., to provide trained detection canines to conduct random, unannounced inspections on campus.
These canines are trained to detect the presence of illicit drugs, alcohol, and gunpowder-based items. During the random, unannounced visits, campus buildings, parking lots, and grounds will be randomly inspected for prohibited items. If detected and found, the school will initiate the appropriate disciplinary action.
The first visit of the school year occurred during the morning of September 19th, 2012. These random, unannounced visits will continue throughout the school year.
On 10/18/12 at 10:18am Serra will join the district and the State in participating in the Great California Shake Out. For more information visit: http://www.shakeout.org/california/
Brian Graves Memorial Scholarship for Marine Science (see Ms. Turnberg for the application)
2012 BBB Torch Awards Scholarship Program: Deadline Oct 26 http://sandiego.bbb.org/scholarship-program/
Coca-Cola Scholars Program: Deadline Oct 31
https://www.coca-colascholars.org/page.aspx?pid=388
Outstanding Students of America Scholarship: Deadline Oct 10 http://www.aie.org/scholarships/detail.cfm?id=2007702
Please remember: Off-campus food or drink is not allowed to be brought on campus unless it has been pre-approved by the Administration. This includes bringing lunch to your student from McDonald’s, Subway, or any other fast food/restaurant. We appreciate your understanding.
Attendance Personnel CAN NOT deliver messages to students, however if it is an EMERGENCY (i.e. hospitalization, death in the family, deployment etc.) the attendance office staff will assist the parent as needed The Attendance Office does not issue Blue Slips for students who are ill during the day. If a student is ill they must see the nurse and if needed the nurse will contact parent/guardian and issue a Blue Slip.
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.
We do not have office monitors. Students must pick up Blue Slips in the Attendance Office. Requests for early release (Blue Slip) must be submitted BEFORE 7:00a.m.on the day of release (parents may phone in PRIOR to 08:00 a.m. or send a note with your student and he/she must bring it to the Attendance Office PRIOR to 7:30 a.m.)
Students have the opportunity to clean up their attendance/LOP record by attending Saturday School.
It is extremely important that you contact the Attendance Office within five (5) days of your student's absence. If the Attendance Office is not contacted within 5 days, the absence will permanently remain as Unexcused. All it takes is two days of Unexcused Absences (12 periods) to put your student on the list.
Monitor your student's attendance on Parent Connect so you are not caught by surprise.
Dance Dress Code
Please remember the dance dress code for all female attendees before purchasing your dress: At least finger- tip length, no spandex, and naturally flowing. Dresses may not be backless below the bra line or have side cut-outs. Front slits must be fingertip length or lower. Thank you for ensuring an elegant and tasteful dance for all.Last Day For Senior Pictures October 6th
The LAST DAY for seniors to take their yearbook picture is Saturday October 6th. If the student does not take the picture by the deadline their Senior Picture will not appear in the book. Call Reyman photography at 858-271-0720. Call today or miss out.
Cal-SOAP College Fair October 24, 2012
GEAR UP encourages you to attend the free annual Cal-SOAP College Fair on Wednesday, October 24 at the Scottish Rite Center in Mission Valley. The fair begins at 6:00 pm and ends at 8:30 pm. Over 100 Colleges will be represented and 7 workshops offered. GEAR UP is providing free bus transportation to and from the College Fair! For a bus permission slip please see Mr. Garcia or Ms. Holly at the GEAR UP Office in the Media Center. Please click on the link below to view event details.http://www.sandiegocalsoap.com/star/events.php
Pictures Are Ready For Pick Up
If you ordered a picture packet at orientation, they are ready to be picked up in the Finance Office before school, during lunch and after school.Make Up Picture Day
The last make up picture day is scheduled for Tuesday, October 9. Students will receive a pass from their first period teacher. If, for some reason, they did not get a pass they can just go to the wrestling room during lunch and get their picture taken.Circle of Friends
Circle of Friends is back and in full swing! This unique lunch club promotes inclusion on our campus with students of all ability levels eating lunch together on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Circle of Friends has brought understanding and acceptance of ALL students at Serra and proves that "it's never too late to make a friend". Consider joining this club if you want to make a difference in someone elses life, including your own! |
| Apple Smiles- We made these treats to prove that smiling helps give a good first impression! Being friendly means having a smile on your face! |
Canine “Drug Dogs” Return to Serra High School.
Serra High School is committed to providing a safe and drug free learning environment for each and every one of our students and staff. To that end, Serra High School Administration is renewing their contract with Interquest Detection Canines Inc., to provide trained detection canines to conduct random, unannounced inspections on campus.
These canines are trained to detect the presence of illicit drugs, alcohol, and gunpowder-based items. During the random, unannounced visits, campus buildings, parking lots, and grounds will be randomly inspected for prohibited items. If detected and found, the school will initiate the appropriate disciplinary action.
The first visit of the school year occurred during the morning of September 19th, 2012. These random, unannounced visits will continue throughout the school year.
The Great California Shake Out
Scholarship Highlights of the Week:
2012 BBB Torch Awards Scholarship Program: Deadline Oct 26 http://sandiego.bbb.org/scholarship-program/
Coca-Cola Scholars Program: Deadline Oct 31
https://www.coca-colascholars.org/page.aspx?pid=388
Outstanding Students of America Scholarship: Deadline Oct 10 http://www.aie.org/scholarships/detail.cfm?id=2007702
Please remember: Off-campus food or drink is not allowed to be brought on campus unless it has been pre-approved by the Administration. This includes bringing lunch to your student from McDonald’s, Subway, or any other fast food/restaurant. We appreciate your understanding.
From The Attendance Office
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.
We do not have office monitors. Students must pick up Blue Slips in the Attendance Office. Requests for early release (Blue Slip) must be submitted BEFORE 7:00a.m.on the day of release (parents may phone in PRIOR to 08:00 a.m. or send a note with your student and he/she must bring it to the Attendance Office PRIOR to 7:30 a.m.)
Calendar
Saturday, October 6
8:00am
Monday, October 8
2:30pm
Tuesday, October 9
1:00pm
3:30pm
5:00pm
Wednesday, October 10
3:15pm
3:15pm
Thursday, October 11
7:30am
11:18am
11:56am
3:00pm
3:30pm
3:30pm
3:30pm
4:00pm
Friday, October 12
8:35am
6:30pm
Saturday, October 13
8:00am
3:00pm
Monday, October 15
2:30pm
Tuesday, October 16
11:56am
3:30pm
6:00pm
6:00pm
6:30pm
Wednesday, October 17
9:00am
3:00pm
3:15pm
4:30pm
Thursday, October 18
10:18am
11:18am
3:30pm
3:30pm
4:00pm
Friday, October 19
3:15pm
4:30pm
6:30pm
Saturday, October 20
7:30pm