 JUNE EVENTS
6/9-12, FINAL EXAMS - MINIMUM DAYS
6/12, Thursday, Last Day of School
6/13, Friday, Schedule Verification Due
6/13, Friday, 12:00-2:00pm, Mandatory Graduation Practice
6/13, Friday, 7:00PM, Graduation, Football Field
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| FINAL Exam SCHEDULE for SMHS 2008-2009
Minimum Days
Monday June 9th Tuesday June 10th
Period 1 final 8:20am 10:15am Period 2 final 8:20am 10:15am
Break 10:15am 10:30am Break 10:15am 10:30am
Period 5 final 10:35am 12:30pm Period 6 final 10:35am 12:30pm
Wednesday June 11th Thursday June 12th
Period 3 final 8:20am 10:15am Period 4 final 8:20am 10:15am
Break 10:15am 10:30am Break 10:15am 10:30am
Period 7 final 10:35am 12:30pm Period 8/9 final 10:35am 12:30pm |
 CLASS SCHEDULE VERIFICATION
Your students' Class Verification Sheet for 2008-2009 has been mailed home. Please verify the classes on the sheet.
The following is from Ms. Megan Pettis, Assistant Principal -
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If your Verification Sheet is Correct, no further action is required.
If your Verification Sheet is incorrect, please make your corrections directly on the Verification Sheet and return it with a parent signature to the Counseling Office by Friday, June 13, 2008. Remember that before you can sign up for a course, you must meet the prerequisites, including the placement criteria for Honors or AP courses. (Refer to the Academic Planning Guide for complete details for each course).
The number of students requests for each course determine our staffing needs for next year. Therefore, "lateral" schedule changes (i.e. elective course changes) will not be permitted after the Verification Sheet have been returned. If your Verification Sheet is not returned by June 13, 2008, we will assume that your requests are accurate and no changes are needed.
The ONLY Schedule change requests that will be allowed during the first 5 school days are for the following reasons 1). Missing a class period on schedule; 2). Incorrect placement on a Core Subject; 3). Academic Need (Graduation / College Requirement); 4). Drop a Course without adding a new one.
NO schedule changes will be permitted after the first 10 school days per Board Policy 5121. All courses, with the exception of Health/Geography and American Government/Economics, are yearlong courses, therefore students will not be permitted to drop a course at the end of the first semester and add a new course.
Please contact your counselor or administrator at 898-2123, if you have any questions. |
| END OF THE YEAR ANNOUNCEMENTS
THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARENT VOLUNTEERS!
We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our parent volunteers - our PTSA, our booster groups, our parents who have donated time and/or supplies to San Marin High School. We couldn't have gotten through this year without your support. We appreciate all of our volunteers and look forward to working with you next year. Enjoy your summer!
SUMMER OFFICE HOURS
San Marin Front Office will be open during the summer from 7:00AM to 3:00PM, Monday through Friday
LOST AND FOUND
Has your student lost his/her glasses, keys, or some clothing? We have all of the above in our lost and found. Please stop by the front office to claim |
 FROM COUNSELING OFFICE
The Counseling Department congratulates all our graduates and wishes everyone a great summer.
We are here the week after school is out and available to meet with students and/or parents. Contact your counselor for an appointment or drop by June 16th - 20th. Office houses are between 8:00am and 3:00pm.
Maureen Brandi 897-2154 x123 mbrandi@nusd.org
Jim Hu 897-2154 x124 jhu@nusd.org
Annan Paterson 897-2154 x122 apaterson@nusd.org |
 CLASS OF 2008 INFORMATION
Grduation practice June 13th, Friday, 12:00PM to 3:00PM
Graduation Ceremony Friday, June 13th 7:00 pm. On the football field
Safe and Sober Grad Friday, June 13th, 9:00 pm ( right after graduation), Rolling Hills |
| SUMMER SCHEDULE PICK UP
Important information regarding summer schedule pickup
Students may pick up theit schecules on August 15th at the front of the Counseling Office in exchange for TWO Completed Emergency Cards in the following manner:
(Emergency Cards will be included with the Back-To-Schoo Packet you will received in early - August).
SENIORS FRIDAY 8/15/08 8AM-10AM
JUNIORS FRIDA 8/15/08 9AM - 11AM
SOPHOMORES FRIDAY 8/15/08 0AM-12Noon
FRESHMEN FRIDA 8/15/08 After Orientation
If you can not attend on the above dates/times you can pick up your schedule on August 18th from 8AM - 3PM in exchange for a completed Emergency Card.
ALL GRADES MONDAY 8/18/08 8AM - 3PM
SCHEDULE CHANGES:
During the above times Changes will be made on a limited basis per the guidelines below -
1) Missing a class period on schedule
2) Incorrect placement in a Core Subject (Non-Elective Class)
3) Academic Need (Graduation / College Requirement)
4) Drop a class without adding a new one. (PARENT SIGNATURE REQUIRED)
Changes will be made on a space available basis only and not to accommondte class period and/or teacher preferences. |
 ATHLETICS 2008-2009 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT
Any Students planning on participating in sports for the 2008-2009 school year are required to have a sports physical, signed and dated after July 1. 2008.
For the past 20 years Dr. Teasdale has donated his time and services to offer sports physicals for our athletes. This year the physicals will be scheduled for August 10th from 1:00-3:00 pm here at San Marin. Contact the office for the date and to pick up the forms. Forms can also be found San Marin Website under 'Forms' Section.
Any other questions, please call Mrs. Herrmann at 898-2121. |
 DRAMA DEPARTMENT
DRAMA DEPARTMENT WON GOLDEN BELL AWARD. |
MUSIC DEPARTMENT
Looking Ahead to summertime. . . please mark your calendar for Sunday, 6/29 , 4-8PM for"Night on the Green" held at the San Marin Gary Gates Softball Field. This is a joint fundraiser with the Gary Gates Foundation and the San Marin Music Department. Bring your friends and family, chairs and blankets and enjoy a fun summer evening with a yummy BBQ and (grilled chicken breast, corn on the cob, green salad, roll, drink and dessert), wonderful entertainment (last year we had a blast!). Prices are adults - $20, Students - $10, Children 10 an dunder, $5. If you can help work this event, please contact Emily Gates at gatesmusic@aol.com
Many thanks to all the music families, both past and present, who have volunteered their time, energy and talents to support San Marin Music throughout the year. Congratulations to our awesome senior students and special thanks to our senior parents! Have a great summer and stay tuned! |
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 INTERIOR DESIGN / DECORATION INTERNSHIP NEEDED
HELP NEEDED - 2 San Marin Students Seek Summer Internship Hosts
Many San Marin High students have been placed in summer internships, but there are still two who need internship hosts. Both girls are interested in Interior Design/Decorating.
What is involved with hosting a summer intern?
School to Career Internships are designed to provide students with an in-depth exploration of a career by working closely with employers doing real work and observing various activities within an industry.
The summer program begins the week of June 23 and concludes the last week of July. Students intern approximately 9 hours per week during this 6-week period. School to Career staff will visit the worksite at the beginning of the internship to facilitate the signing of a "contract" between the student and the employer. Employers are also requested to complete a short Intern Evaluation form at the end of the internship.
If you are interested in hosting one of these students or know of an Interior Designer/Decorator who might be willing to help, please contact Camille Madfes, School to Career Liaison, 897-2154, ext. 329 or e-mail cmadfes@comcast.net. Thanks for your interest and support.
Camille Madfes
Business & Education Liaison,
Novato Unified School District
Marin School to Career Partnership
897-4206, ext. 735
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FOOTBALL FUNDRAISER
SAVE THE DATE!
The 1st Annual Surf 'n Turf Kickoff Feast
Friday, June 20th
Benefiting the San Marin Football Program
At
The Margaret Todd Center
1560 Hill Road, Novato, Ca 94947
Lets kickoff the upcoming football season the right way! Our event will offer Beer and Wine, a three course meal, including, an appetizer, Rib-eye Steak and Abalone, and a raffle with a grand prize for a week stay in Oahu, Hawaii.  Doors open:
6:00pm
Requesting a donation:
$50.00/guest
Please RSVP online atwww.rankmarin.com
E-mail Dean Maioriello for more info
DeanMM54@aol.com
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MARIN COUNTY SCHOOL TO CAREER
2008 Spring Semester Events
Buck Institute Job Shadow Day for High School Students: This event provides high school students a valuable opportunity to see inside this unique research facility.
Summer internships are available at the Institute. Date TBD
Public Safety Careers / Emergency Preparedness Training: Through Teen CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) Program, high school students can become certified members of the response teams at their schools and in their communities when a disaster or an emergency strikes. Students interested in public safety careers participate in a behind-the-scenes look at public safety agencies. Date TBD
Summer Internship Program: The Summer Internship program provides an 8-week intensive career exploration opportunity that requires students to spend 9 hours per week on the worksite with a mentor. Elective academic credit is available.
June 16, 2008 - July 25 Internship Program
For more information or to register for any of these events,
contact Camille Madfes
School to Career Liaison,
897-4206, ext.735 or e-mail cmadfes@nusd.org.
Marin County School to Career Partnership
1111 Las Gallinas Avenue San Rafael, CA 94903
Phone 415-499-5865 w Fax 415-491-6619
http://stc.marinschools.org |
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 SCHOOL FUEL
A BIT MORE HELP STILL NEEDED TO SAVE SCHOOL PROGRAMS FOR NEXT YEAR!
School Fuel, the foundation for Novato public schools, is still working hard to help fund programs for the 2008/09 school year. Hundreds of community members and businesses have contributed already, and so far School Fuel has raised enough money to continue funding an elementary music teacher, and one elective class at each of the middle and high schools. For just a few thousand dollars more, we can also fund these programs for our schools next year:
* Restoring library clerk hours at the secondary schools so that students have access to the libraries before and after school ($25,000);
* Funding the school-to-career coordinator at the high schools to help match students with internship opportunities ($35,000);
* Teacher training for the new elementary (K-5) science curriculum that will be implemented next year ($30,000).
Please take a moment to send in your donation (or an additional donation) as soon as possible. Every child at every school will benefit. If you've misplaced your donation form, donation envelopes are available in school offices, the form is available for download on the School Fuel website, or you can make an online donation at --
www.novatoschoolfuel.org/sdonors.htm.
Let's make sure we are all doing what we can to keep our students on track next year! For more information call Elizabeth Sleath at 892-4490.
Plan to Kick-Off the New School Year with a Little Shakespeare
This lovely event will take place at the end of the first week of school. Director Hector Correa promises that this will be a special evening to delight all audiences. Fifty percent of ticket proceeds will go to School Fuel. The picnic area will open at 6:00, and the show will begin at 7:00. Tickets are on sale now.
See the North Bay Shakespeare website for more information: http://www.nbshakes.org/index.php. |
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 THIRD EYE BLIND to headline 6th Annual Rock'n Blues By the Lake
Blues By the Lake Foundation is proud to announce that this year's headliner for the 6th Annual Rock'n Blues By the Lake is THIRD EYE BLIND. This event which takes place Saturday, September 27, 2008 at Stafford Lake, Novato is lucky to have this mainstream bay area band. THIRD EYE BLIND is hugely successful and their CD's have produced one megahit after another. They have consistent airplay on radio and have just returned from touring the East Coast selling out venues night after night including two nights in New York City. THIRD EYE BLIND along with other popular supporting acts will make for another highly successful show.
A very important part of the show are the performances by the middle and high school bands. San Marin and Novato High perform on the high school stage between the headliners next to the main stage. On the teen stage, there will also be a Battle of the Bands hosted by FOX Radio following the middle school performers. The carnival will once again have booths from all the schools and there will be a children's stage with entertainment.
A new addition to the event this year is "GUITAR HERO" and X-BOX. They will located in the teenage area. The inventor of GUITAR HERO will be on hand to meet fans and sign autographs.
Another tricked-out car will be in the silent auction area along with lots of great other raffle items. Food as always will be from local vendors who are graciously donating at least 50% of the money to the schools.
Novato public schools will be selling tickets for this event at the beginning of school in August. There will be extra monetary incentives for schools that get volunteers and sell tickets. There will be Volunteer voucher ticket this year for those who work a 3-hour shift. Please contact your Rock'n Blues REP for more information.
The Foundation can use as much sponsor participation to support and pay for this years show. It is also a great way to have your business name out there in front of thousands of community members. Please call the Rock'n Blues hotline at (415) 897-9383 or send an email to epshopgirl@yahoo.com.
Thank you for supporting the schools and see you at the lake,
Elaine Macaluso |
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 CONTACT INFORMATION Mailing Address:
San Marin High School, 15 San Marin Drive
Novato, CA 94945
Telephone:
Administration (415) 898-2121 Attendance Office (415) 897-4901
Counseling Office (415) 898-2123 Voicemail (415) 897-2154
Fax: (415) 892-8284
Office Hours: 7:00AM to 4:00PM
Office Contacts: Nancy Zanardi, Office Manager x114
Lisa Herrmann, Account Clerk x111
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