Friday, December 14, 2012

December 14, 2012


Winter Wonderland Week 12/17-12/21
 


In honor of the holidays, ASB has declared next week "Winter Wonderland Spirit Week". The spirit days are as follows:


Monday: Holiday Hat Day
Elf, Santa, Beanie, etc….

Tuesday: New Year's Eve Day

Top hats, 2013 glasses, formal wear, anything you might wear on New Year's Eve.

Wednesday: West Coast Winter Day
So Cal is a great place to be for the holidays!  Break out the beach wear and show the world what Cali Winter is all about.

Thursday:  Holiday Movie Day
Dress like a character from your favorite Holiday movie.

Friday: Ugly Sweater Day 
(For some of us it's just called…… Friday)


Serra Athletic Director Season Wrap-up 


Serra Athletics started in August and has just finished the fall season.  The fall season was exciting with all of the teams doing very well and all of the varsity teams making the CIF Play-offs again this year (Girls Tennis, Field Hockey, Girls Volleyball, Cross Country, Football, Boys Water Polo).  Serra High grabbed 3 League Titles (Football, Water Polo, Field Hockey) and 2 CIF Titles (Field Hockey and Boys Water Polo).  Congratulations to individuals in the sports of Cross Country (Anthony Masayesva, Brian Masayesva, Shayn Lozano, Austin Corvo, Marc Lewis Ricardo Obeso, David Ekelund, Max Turnberg, Jacob Harrison, Madalynn Amos, Audrey Bell, Laura Cassin, Victoria Davis, Emma Krikorian, Sarah Spangle, Gaby Von Borstel, Perla Tapia, Ally Harvey, Mireya Zuniga) and Girls Tennis (Cassidy Ferrell, Karina Chamberlain, Joanna Rodriguez, Olivia Gesikowski, & Julia Nguyen)  for making the CIF Playoffs.  In Girls Tennis the doubles team of Karina Chamberlain/Joanna Rodriguez made it to the the third round of CIF.  In Cross Country Anthony Masayesva made it all the way to the CIF State Championships and out of 184 runners he placed 21st.   I would like to congratulate all of the athletes and coaching staffs on a wonderful and exciting season.  All of you represented yourselves, family, team, school and community with the pride of the Brown and Gold.  Thank you for a great season and a great way to start the school year off.  I would also like to thank the Serra Marching Band, Color Guard, Cheer, and NJROTC for performing at all the football games and supporting the team throughout the season.  A special thanks to all the parents, fans and community who bleed the Brown and Gold and support the programs.
Please look for the 112 Serra Student-Athletes who made the UT All Academic Teams in an upcoming addition of the Union Tribune.  These Student-Athletes are Juniors and Seniors of a Varsity Team who have a 3.0 or higher cumulative weighted GPA. 

We now move into the Winter Season of Sport.   Thank you to all the athletes who participated in try-outs.  Please go to the school website for schedules and a daily calendar of events.  I anticipate a great winter season with our teams who are already off to a great start in all of the sports (Wrestling, Girls Water Polo, Boys and Girls Basketball, Boys and Girls Soccer).  

Come out to a game!   “IT’S ALL ABOUT THE BROWN AND GOLD” 
Go Conquistadors!

Thank you   
Coach Pisapia, Athletic Director


Dance Dress Code

Please remember the dance dress code for all female attendees before purchasing your dress. Dresses must be 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.

Congratulations
Serra High School Girls JV Soccer Team Won the 2012/2013 Baron's Tournament.  They are the Undefeated Champions,  Congratulations Ladies !!!

From The Attendance Office:
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.  Thank you
 
Parents:  Student contracts are available if your student will be absent five school days or more.  Please be sure to notify the attendance office a minimum of one week in advance of the absence and request the contracts.
This will ensure the teachers have plenty of time to prepare the school work your student will need while he or she is out. 
 
This will ensure that you student does not have any “unexcused” absences. Going out of town is not an “excused” absence.
Thank you for your cooperation.

Scholarship Highlight of the Week
This week we are highlighting the San Diego Foundation Scholarship: http://www.sdfoundation.com/GrantsScholarships/Scholarships/ForStudents.aspx
Students can apply to more than 75 scholarships by filling out ONE application. 

Serra High Parent Center

The goal of the parent center is to help facilitate student achievement through parent involvement. The Parent Center will be open every Tuesdays from 2:30-3:30 beginning January 15, 2013. The Parent Center is located in room 231 on the north side of campus in the 200 building. Please take some time to visit your Parent Center.
Calendar


Saturday, December 15
 Jr. Girls Cheer Camp
 NJROTC - Regulation Drill Competition
 JV Boys Basketball Invite/ LOC & TIME TBA
 JV Girls Waterpolo Invite @ LJHS/TIME TBA
 Var.Boys Soccer Tourney @ SDHS /TIME TBA
7:00am
 JV Wrestling @ Mater Dei
8:00am
 Saturday School
3:00pm
 JV Boys Basketball vs Helix @ Mt.Miguel
Sunday, December 16
 JV Boys Basketball Invite/ LOC & TIME TBA
Monday, December 17
 JV Boys Basketball Invite/ LOC & TIME TBA
 Elevated Clothing Drive
 Pink Progress Report Day
2:30pm
 IMIN Drivers Education Class Session 2
3:00pm
 JV/Var. Girls Soccer @ PLHS
3:30pm
 JV Boys Soccer @ LCC
5:30pm
 Var.Boys Soccer @ LCC
Tuesday, December 18
 JV Boys Basketball Invite/ LOC & TIME TBA
 Elevated Clothing Drive
11:56am
 Key Club Meeting
2:30pm
 IMIN Recreation Room
2:30pm
 IMIN After School Tutoring
2:30pm
 Team Building Leadership Training
4:30pm
 JV Girls Waterpolo @ Monte Vista
5:30pm
 Var.Girls Waterpolo @ Monte Vista
Wednesday, December 19
 Frosh Boys Basketball Tourney @ West Hill/TIME TBA
 JV Boys Basketball Invite/ LOC & TIME TBA
 Var.Boys Basketball Tourney/ TIME TBA
 Elevated Clothing Drive
1:45pm
 IMIN Recreation Room
2:30pm
 IMIN JAM Sessions
3:00pm
 Kiwanis Basketball Tournament
4:00pm
 JV Girls Soccer vs Mt. Carmel
6:00pm
 JV Boys Basketball @ St Aug.
6:00pm
 Var. Girls Soccer vs Mt. Carmel
Thursday, December 20
 Frosh Boys Basketball Tourney @ West Hill/TIME TBA
 Var.Boys Basketball Tourney/ TIME TBA
11:18am
 Military Teens Support Group
2:20pm
 Circle of Friends Winter Ball
2:30pm
 IMIN Recreation Room
2:30pm
 IMIN After School Tutoring
2:30pm
 IMIN Zumba Classes for Students
3:00pm
 Kiwanis Basketball Tournament
3:00pm
 Var.Girls Waterpolo vs Hilltop @ Tierrasanta
3:30pm
 JV Boys Soccer @ Parker
4:00pm
 JV Girls Waterpolo vs Hilltop @ Tierrasanta
5:30pm
 Var. Boys Soccer @ Parker
5:30pm
 ELAC Meeting
6:00pm
 JV Boys Basketball vs High Tech @ St.Aug.
6:00pm
 Winter Orchestra & Choir Concert
7:30pm
 Winter Band Concert
Friday, December 21
 Frosh Boys Basketball Tourney @ West Hill/TIME TBA
 Var.Boys Basketball Tourney/ TIME TBA
2:30pm
 IMIN Recreation Room
3:00pm
 Kiwanis Basketball Tournament
3:00pm
 JV Boys Basketball vs Valhalla @ Mt.Miguel
Saturday, December 22
 Frosh Boys Basketball Tourney @ West Hill/TIME TBA
 Var.Boys Basketball Tourney/ TIME TBA
7:00am
 Var. Wrestling @ Mission Hills
12:00pm
 Kiwanis Basketball Tournament
Monday, December 24
 WINTER BREAK -NO SCHOOL
Tuesday, December 25
 WINTER BREAK -NO SCHOOL
Wednesday, December 26
 Frosh Boys Basketball Tourney @ Morse/TIME TBA
 JV/Var.Girls Basketball Tourney/LOC. & TIME TBA
 Var.Boys Basketball Tourney @ Montgomery/TIME TBA
 WINTER BREAK -NO SCHOOL
Thursday, December 27
 Frosh Boys Basketball Tourney @ Morse/TIME TBA
 JV/Var.Girls Basketball Tourney/LOC. & TIME TBA
 Var.Boys Basketball Tourney @ Montgomery/TIME TBA
 WINTER BREAK -NO SCHOOL
Friday, December 28
 Frosh Boys Basketball Tourney @ Morse/TIME TBA
 JV/Var.Girls Basketball Tourney/LOC. & TIME TBA
 Var.Boys Basketball Tourney @ Montgomery/TIME TBA
 WINTER BREAK -NO SCHOOL
Saturday, December 29
 Frosh Boys Basketball Tourney @ Morse/TIME TBA
 JV/Var.Girls Basketball Tourney/LOC. & TIME TBA
 Var.Boys Basketball Tourney @ Montgomery/TIME TBA
7:00am
 JV Wrestling @ MMHS
Monday, December 31
 WINTER BREAK -NO SCHOOL
Tuesday, January 1, 2013
 WINTER BREAK -NO SCHOOL
Wednesday, January 2, 2013
 WINTER BREAK -NO SCHOOL
Thursday, January 3, 2013
 WINTER BREAK -NO SCHOOL
Friday, January 4, 2013
 WINTER BREAK -NO SCHOOL
Saturday, January 5, 2013
9:00am
 Wrestling Tournament
Monday, January 7, 2013
 SCHOOL RESUMES
9:30am
 Serra Music Boosters Parent Meeting
6:30pm
 Choir Parent Booster Meeting


Friday, December 7, 2012

December 7, 2012

Winter Break Reminder:  

The last day of school before Winter Break is Friday, December 21st.   Winter Break is from Monday, December 24th to January 4th, 2013.  School will resume on Monday, January 7th, 2013.  

Serra's Student Of The Month Celebration Returns


After a long hiatus, Serra's Student of the Month program has returned with a new name: "The Golden Conrad Award."  On Thursday, October 11th,  we had a very successful presentation of the Golden Conrad Awards for 28 special students.  Teachers choose a student from their Period One class that radiates positivity and/or kindness.   Parents were invited and many were in attendance to see their child receive certificates that were adorned with the teachers' words of encouragement.  


The next round of Golden Conrad Awards were presented on November 1st.  40 Serra students were recognized at the Golden Conrad Awards for having demonstrated outstanding collaborative skills or being a great team player.  Craig Giles, Anthony Medina and Mikel Palmerin from the San Diego Sockers were also in attendance.  They shared how important team work is in their competitive fields and used that experience to analogize the importance of teamwork in jobs, higher education and future careers.  Also, these gentlemen were nice enough to give away three soccer balls that were signed by the team!

Future Golden Conrads will be awarded for the following:

December
Effective Problem Solver


January
Responsible Citizen


February
Effective Communicator


March
Life Long Learner. Gone above and beyond expectations


Graduation Update

Now that the elections are over, we know that the school year will end on June 11th, 2013.   June 11th will be the last day of attendance for ALL students.   Graduation will be held on Monday, June 10th, at 1:00pm in the Jenny Craig Pavilion on the USD campus.   Rehearsal will held on Friday June 7th.   Seniors will pick up their diplomas on Tuesday, June 11th, their last day of attendance.  More info will follow as the event draws nearer.  

Senior Exhibitions

Senior Exhibitions are scheduled for January 23rd and 24th, 2013.  Make sure your senior has reviewed the Senior Exhibition Handbook and has started developing a plan. The handbook can be found at http://serra.sandi.net/seniorex/  Don't let them wait until the last minute to start their project.    If you are interested in serving on a Senior Exhibition panel, please contact Bridgett Brunetto at bbrunetto@sandi.net.


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Congratulations

In Cross Country Anthony Masayesva made it all the way to the CIF State Championships and out of 184 runners he placed 21st.


Tuesday evening, December 4, 2012 five of our students were awarded scholarships by the Ford Blue Oval Operation Education Foundation.  At a lovely ceremony on the USS Midway Alexandra Casison, Gabrielle Garcia, Jennifer Noullet, Katelyn Robery and Kaitlyn Sinclair received scholarships.  Gabrielle Garcia was awarded $5000, the highest award of the evening.  All other Serra honorees were awarded $1000.  Congratulations!

Thank You!

For the first time ever, we had a 100% response rate for our Federal Survey Card collection.   These cards bring much needed funds to our district.  Thank you to all of you for helping our school.  


Looking ahead...

Coming in 2013:  The Parent Center will be opened on Tuesdays from 2:30-3:30 every week. Stay tuned for more information.  

Calendar


Saturday, December 8
 Jr. Girls Cheer Camp
 JV/Var.Girls Soccer Tourney /LOC & TIME TBD
 Var.Boys Soccer Tourney @ SDHS /TIME TBA
 Var.Girls Waterpolo Invite @ Rcho Bernardo/TIME TBA
7:00am
 Var. Wrestling @ La Costa Canyon
Monday, December 10
 JV Boys Soccer Invite /LOC & TIME TBA
 Elevated Clothing Drive
2:30pm
 IMIN Drivers Education Class Session 2
3:00pm
 SSC Meeting
Tuesday, December 11
 Elevated Clothing Drive
7:30am
 Gear Up Field Trip
11:56am
 Key Club Meeting
2:30pm
 IMIN After School Tutoring
2:30pm
 IMIN Animae
3:30pm
 JV Boys Soccer vs Bonita
3:30pm
 Var.Girls Waterpolo vs SRHS @ Miramar
4:30pm
 JV Girls Waterpolo vs SRHS @ Miramar
5:30pm
 Var.Boys Soccer vs Bonita
6:00pm
 Financial Aid Info Night
Wednesday, December 12
 JV Boys Soccer Invite /LOC & TIME TBA
 Elevated Clothing Drive
9:30am
 School Police Staff Meeting
3:00pm
 JV Girls Soccer @ Bonita
3:30pm
 Var.Girls Soccer @ Bonita
Thursday, December 13
 Elevated Clothing Drive
11:18am
 Military Teens Support Group
2:30pm
 IMIN After School Tutoring
2:30pm
 IMIN Zumba Classes for Students
Friday, December 14
 JV Girls Waterpolo Invite @ LJHS/TIME TBA
 Elevated Clothing Drive
7:30am
 DHH Study Skill Field Trip
11:00am
 Elevated & Gear Up Field Trip
3:30pm
 JV Girls Soccer vs LCC
5:30pm
 Var.Girls Soccer vs LCC
Saturday, December 15
 NJROTC - Regulation Drill Competition
 JV Boys Basketball Invite/ LOC & TIME TBA
 JV Girls Waterpolo Invite @ LJHS/TIME TBA
 Var.Boys Soccer Tourney @ SDHS /TIME TBA
7:00am
 JV Wrestling @ Mater Dei
8:00am
 Saturday School
3:00pm
 JV Boys Basketball vs Helix @ Mt.Miguel
Sunday, December 16
 JV Boys Basketball Invite/ LOC & TIME TBA
Monday, December 17
 JV Boys Basketball Invite/ LOC & TIME TBA
 Elevated Clothing Drive
 Pink Progress Report Day
2:30pm
 IMIN Drivers Education Class Session 2
3:00pm
 JV/Var. Girls Soccer @ PLHS
3:30pm
 JV Boys Soccer @ LCC
5:30pm
 Var.Boys Soccer @ LCC
Tuesday, December 18
 JV Boys Basketball Invite/ LOC & TIME TBA
 Elevated Clothing Drive
11:56am
 Key Club Meeting
2:30pm
 IMIN After School Tutoring
2:30pm
 Team Building Leadership Training
4:30pm
 JV Girls Waterpolo @ Monte Vista
5:30pm
 Var.Girls Waterpolo @ Monte Vista
Wednesday, December 19
 Frosh Boys Basketball Tourney @ West Hill/TIME TBA
 JV Boys Basketball Invite/ LOC & TIME TBA
 Var.Boys Basketball Tourney/ TIME TBA
 Var.Girls Basketball Tourney @ Phoenix
 Elevated Clothing Drive
3:00pm
 Kiwanis Basketball Tournament
4:00pm
 JV Girls Soccer vs Mt. Carmel
6:00pm
 JV Boys Basketball @ St Aug.
6:00pm
 Var. Girls Soccer vs Mt. Carmel
Thursday, December 20
 Frosh Boys Basketball Tourney @ West Hill/TIME TBA
 Var.Boys Basketball Tourney/ TIME TBA
 Var.Girls Basketball Tourney @ Phoenix
11:18am
 Military Teens Support Group
2:20pm
 Circle of Friends Winter Ball
2:30pm
 IMIN After School Tutoring
2:30pm
 IMIN Zumba Classes for Students
3:00pm
 Kiwanis Basketball Tournament
3:00pm
 Var.Girls Waterpolo vs Hilltop @ Tierrasanta
3:30pm
 JV Boys Soccer @ Parker
4:00pm
 JV Girls Waterpolo vs Hilltop @ Tierrasanta
5:30pm
 Var. Boys Soccer @ Parker
6:00pm
 JV Boys Basketball vs High Tech @ St.Aug.
6:00pm
 Winter Orchestra & Choir Concert
7:30pm
 Winter Band Concert
Friday, December 21
 Frosh Boys Basketball Tourney @ West Hill/TIME TBA
 Var.Boys Basketball Tourney/ TIME TBA
 Var.Girls Basketball Tourney @ Phoenix
3:00pm
 Kiwanis Basketball Tournament
3:00pm
 JV Boys Basketball vs Valhalla @ Mt.Miguel