 UPCOMING EVENTS - ON CAMPUS!!
*Monday, 12/6
*Tuesday, 12/7
* Wednesday, 12/8
Site Leadership Meeting - 3PM - Library
PTA Reflections Deadline
* Thursday, 12/9
PSAT Score Night - 7PM - Library
Cookies and Cocoa - Student Center - 7:30PM
* Friday, 12/10
Cookies and Cocoa - Student Center - 7:30PM *Saturday, 12/11
Green and Gold Wrestling Tournament - 9AM - Gym Art Display at Harvest Market |
FINAL EXAMS ARE COMING!
Final Exam Schedule for SMHS 2010-2011
FALL FINAL EXAM SCHEDULE
TUESDAY
Dec. 14, 2010 |
WEDNESDAY
Dec. 15, 2010 |
THURSDAY
Dec. 16, 2010 |
FRIDAY
Dec. 17, 2010 |
P1 8:20 - 10:15
Brk 10:15 - 10:30
P5 10:35 - 12:30 |
P2 8:20 - 10:15
Brk 10:15 - 10:30
P6 10:35 - 12:30 |
P3 8:20 - 10:15
Brk 10:15 - 10:30
P7 10:35 - 12:30 |
P4 8:20 - 10:15
Brk 10:15 - 10:30
P8/9 10:35 - 12:30 |
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We are working diligently with our apparel provider to have inventory available by Christmas. As a preview, here is a picture of the items that will be available. If you have questions, please contact Tom Gorman at tpg_sfo@yahoo.com. Save the Date - January 29, 2011 - San Marin Casino Night Our big fund raiser of the year will be an adult only event on Saturday, January 29, 2011. Tickets will be going on sale later this month .. online! Check out next week's eNews for more information! |
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Holiday Classic Performances - December 14th and 15th
Our Beginning/Intermediate Drama classes are have been working hard to create several wonderful Holiday classics. We will have very special audiences including kindergarten students from San Ramon School, Lu Sutton, Olive and Pleasant Valley School. We have already confirmed 450 students are coming this year.
Parents of drama students are also welcome.
When:
5th period - Tues., Dec. 14th @10:45 - 11:30 am
6th period - Wed., Dec. 15th @ 10:45 - 11:30 am
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Advanced Drama Tidbits - CORRECTION |
| Our advanced drama class is working hard scenes, monologues and a one act play for the Bob Smart Competition on Jan 15th and 16th at American River College in Sacramento. This competition is three weeks earlier than previous years. We are hoping to have a Casual Cafe Theatre on Monday, January 10th (not Sunday, December 9th as noted in last week's eNews). If we have the show, it will give you a sneak peak of what we are taking to competition the following weekend. Times of Casual Cafe to be announced later. |
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ART DISPLAY AT HARVEST MARKET
Saturday, December 11th
The Art Department will be displaying student artwork at Harvest Market! The opening will be in conjunction with their Holiday Feast on Saturday, December 11th. The art classes will have work up on display and the art club will be selling student artwork and photos with Santa. Please come show your support for the newly formed collaboration. There will be artwork up from all classes and the items for sale will make great gifts |
HOLIDAY TREE RECYCLING - DISPOSE OF YOUR TREE and / or VOLUNTEER
Easily dispose of your tree and help fund San Marin's Safe Grad Night!
Holiday Tree Recycling will be offered at the school parking lot on San Marin drive on Dec 26 & 31; as well as Jan 1, 2, 8 & 9. $5- $10 for drop-offs, $10- $20 for pick-ups. For pick-ups, leave a message at 899-9223 or SMTreeRecycle@gmail.com. 
Student and adult volunteer opportunities to help with drop-off or pick-up are available. Contact Ashley Baker if you can help: 893-0230 or ashleybaker11@verizon.net or click here to sign up to volunteer: https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dEdyamMxY3FjV1U4YWJqT0VKZXRxLWc6MQ |
2010-11 Reflections Program - FINAL DEADLINE THIS WEDNESDAY - December 8th!!
It is time for the annual PTA Reflections Program, where you can
showcase your artistic talents in six different artistic categories.
The six arts areas are Literature, Musical Composition, Photography,
Visual Arts, Dance Choreography, and Film/Video Production. Individual area guidelines can be found here.
Entry form can be found here and should be submitted to the front office on or before Wednesday, December 8th, 2010. All entries must be the work of only one student and must be original works and must relate to the theme "Together We Can."
For more information, please call Jane Gannon Raven at (415) 827-3416 or jane@innovationsthatwork.com |
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Cookies and Cocoa event - Thursday & Friday - 7:30PM
Our annual Cookies and Cocoa event will be this Thursday and Friday at 7:30PM in the Student Center. Advanced tickets can be purchased in the front office for $8 and $12 for special "Santa seating" ! Come on out and enjoy!!! |
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PSAT Score Night - Thursday December 9th - 7PM - in the Library
We will have our partners Revolution Prep here to go over your students PSAT score report. They will explain how to read the report and what to expect for College Admissions testing. They are not here to promote their test prep but are here as a service to our community. We will cover test prep and the different options. The main reason for the meeting is to help you and your student understand his/hers PSAT score report. This will be the first opportunity to pick up you
College Financial Aid Planning - Tuesday, December 14th - 6:30PM - Library
There will be a presentation from Dr. Paul Wrubel on the "Ins and outs" of Financial Aid. We will cover the FAFSA as well as Scholarship search. Dr. Paul Wrubel has provided college admissions and funding advice to over 4,000 clients around the globe. Along the way, he discovered the process of paying for college was needlessly mysterious and incredibly stressful. Paul co-developed TuitionCoach to provide an online solution that brings greater transparency and accessibility to the college funding process for all families. Dr. Wrubels services are provided by our Novato Rotary.
Take advantage of this great opportunity to learn about the Financial Aid and Scholarship process.
College Bound Free Workshops for all High School Students and Parents presented by Kohav at The Osher Marin JCC
Workshops
Sunday, January 9th - The College Admissions Process
Sunday, March 6th - Finding the Right College Fit
To R.S.V.P please contact:, Jessica Turk, Camp and Youth Director
Toole Center for Youth and Family - Osher Marin JCC
415.444.8050
jturk@marinjcc.org |
INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE ABOUT BECOMING A FIREFIGHTER?
The Novato Fire Protection District (NFPD)is now accepting applications for their Novato Fire Explorer Program. Students accepted into the program meet on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month from 6 - 9 p.m., and one full Saturday will be required. Other activities and ride-alongs will be arranged throughout the year. There is a $300 uniform cost, but each student participant will receive $100 stipend to help offset the cost of the uniform. Applications are available in the College and Career Center. The deadline to apply is January 3rd. If you have specific questions about the program, you may contact the NFPD's Administration Office at 878-2690.
GRAMMY CAREER DAY
This is a unique opportunity for students interested in careers in the music industry. This educational program, produced by the Recording Academy in San Francisco, will be held on Wednesday, January 12, 2011. Through interactive workshops, panel discussions and performance participation, students learn about the inner workings of the recording industry and the critical need to stay in school and receive a good education. Because space is limited, applications will be accepted on a first-come first serve basis, and priority will be given to juniors and seniors. The deadline was THIS PAST FRIDAY Dec. 3rd. Please contact Camille Madfes if you are still interested!!!
SPRING INTERNSHIP PROGRAM - February 28 - April 29, 2011
Application Deadline: January 28th
Internships are a great way to explore a career of interest, gain hands-on workplace experience, and earn elective academic credit. Internships also look great on college and job applications. Students intern approximately 6 hours/week during this 8-week program period.
Applications for both of these activities are available in the College and Career Center. If you have any questions, please contact Camille Madfes, School to Career Liaison, at cmadfes@nusd.org or 897-4206, ext. 735. |
| SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION/DISTRICT INFORMATION & EVENTS |
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SUPERINTENDENT'S DECEMBER NEWSLETTER
Click on the following links for Superintendent's Monthly Newsletter!
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| COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES |
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the North Bay
This program matches high school students one-on-one with elementary or middle school students
Why volunteer? Mentoring is fun and rewarding! Simply by meeting with a child for one and half hours each week, for the school year, you can positively influence a child, help him/her improve family and peer relationships, increase self-confidence, and perform better in school.
When? Each program meets from 3:30 - 5PM weekly.
Where? Monday: At the Novato Youth Center
By playing sports, creating art helping with homework, or just hanging out with a child- you WILL make a difference! For more information contact: Erin Lake, 415/453-3800 ext. 224 Fax 415/453-3839 or elake@bbbsnorthbay.org. |
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