 UPCOMING EVENTS - ON CAMPUS!!
*Monday, 4/18 BACK TO SCHOOL!
*Tuesday, 4/19
Passover Begins
Freshman Boys Baseball- vs. Justin Siena (@Sinaloa) - 4:30PM
JV Boys Baseball - vs. Justin Siena - 4:30PM
Varsity Girls Soccer - vs. TAM - 4:30PM
Varsity Boys Volleyball - vs. Terra Linda - 5:00PM
JV Girls Soccer - vs. TAM - 6:00PM
*Wednesday, 4/20
SRJC English Placement Testing - (Seniors only) - Library - 1:30PM
Music Boosters Meeting - 7:15PM - Room 805
* Thursday, 4/21
Varsity Boys Golf - vs. San Rafael & Drake - 4:00PM
Varsity Boys Tennis - vs. Marin Catholic - 4:00PM
Co-Ed Varsity Swim & Dive - vs. TAM - 4:00PM
Varsity Boys Baseball - vs. TAM - 4:30PM
Varsity Girls Soccer - vs. Drake - 4:30PM
JV Girls Soccer - vs. Drake - 6:00PM
Varsity Girls Softball - vs. TAM - 6:30PM
Novato Federation of Teachers (NFT) Community Forum - 7PM - @ District office
*Friday, 4/22
Earth Day Art Fair - @ Harvest Market - 4PM to 7PM
Progress Reports Mailed
*Saturday, 4/23
SMASB CASINO NIGHT - 7PM to 11PM - Margaret Todd Center
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 THIS IS IT!! CASINO NIGHT THIS SATURDAY! CASINO NIGHT ADULT EVENT - Saturday, April 23rd, 2011 at 7PM
San Marin Sports Boosters will host our annual adult fundraiser event this Saturday, April 23rd. Tickets are available ONLINE! Click here for more details! We ask that if you are planning to attend, please purchase your tickets NO LATER than Wednesday so we have an accurate headcount for dinners! Tickets are $40 per person which gives you dinner (from Tagliaferris), access to silent and live auction and raffle items, and some initial gaming script to play various casino games. It is intended as a fun, adult evening with the net results supporting our kids! Check the more details link to see all the businesses that have donated items!! If you have questions regarding the event itself, please contact Tom Gorman directly!
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| COUNSELING OFFICE / COLLEGE and CAREER CENTER | |
IMPORTANT DATES FOR YOUR CALENDAR!!!
- English Placement Testing for Seniors attending SRJC, Wednesday, April 20th 1:30 in the San Marin Library
- Senior Service Days, May 4th and 5th
- Junior / Senior Career Day, May 18th
- Senior Awards, Monday, June 6th
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SAN MARIN PTSA SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE APPROACHING!!
SM PTSA Two $250 Scholarships will be awarded. Submission deadline is 4/29/11. SM PTSA Scholarship form can be found here.
Thank you for becoming a PTSA member. Good Luck Seniors!
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Parents! Please! Would you like to help out on Career Day?
We are in the process of recruiting speakers for Career Day, Wednesday, May 18th. Students were surveyed about their career interest and would love to hear about careers in public safety, business, arts and entertainment, health professions, the trades, and the nonprofit sector. Please contact Francine Cunnie at fcunnie@nusd.org or (415) 892-2535 if you are interested in presenting to our junior and senior students. Program will be a morning event and finishing up with a hosted lunch. We are looking forward to offering the students a great experience and a little taste of the real world!
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Multi Media Summer Camp Information -
Download the attached flyer to learn about the Multi Media Summer Camp that is being hosted by College of Marin from June 20th through 23rd and 27th through the 30th. Space is limited. Any questions, contact Kathy Takemoto, Program Specialist, Workforce Development at IVC (457-8811 x8204) to enroll.
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EARTH DAY ART FAIR
Friday, April 22nd - 4PM to 7PM @ Harvest Market
San Marin Art Department celebrates Earth Day by hosting an Art Fair at Harvest Market on Friday, April 22, 2011. Original art prints depicting the environment and current environmental issues, handmade greeting cards, and beautiful art platters made from recycled glass will be available for purchase. New artworks made by San Marin's talented art students will be on display. Bring your family, friends and neighbors to this special Art Fair. Harvest Market has graciously hosted this event for two years. For more information about the event, call Mariah Fisher, San Marin Art Department , at 897-2154, extension #741 or Vicki Campbell at 892-7370.
Earth Day is celebrated around the world on April 22nd. It's intentions are to support environmental programs, rekindle public commitment and build community support around the world through a broad range of events and activities. Earth Day is the largest civic event in the world, celebrated by people of all backgrounds, faiths and nationalities. More than a billion people participate in Earth Day campaigns every year.
What can you do for Earth Day? Volunteer. Go to San Marin's Earth Day Art Fair. Change a habit. Help start a community garden. Do something nice for the Earth, have fun, meet new people, and make a difference.
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SUPPORT SAN MARIN ART DEPARTMENT FUNDRAISER!
Dine at Mary's Pizza Shack on Monday, April 25th
San Marin High School Art Department and Mary's Pizza Shack are partnering to help raise funds to pay for additional art supplies. On this one day event, Mary's will donate 20 percent your purchase provided you present the special Mary's flyer when ordering your meal.
Mary's Pizza Shack serves homemade pizzas, pastas, sandwiches, salads and soups perfect for the whole family. The fundraiser includes dine-in, take-out, and delivery. Don't have time to stay? Mary's will donate 10 percent of gift card purchases on the event date. Those who buy a gift card on April 25th may use it later any time. .
Flyers may be picked up in the school office, can also be copied and given to other people and they are good all day on the 25th. You may also click on the link below to get the flyer. For more details, call Vicki Campbell at 892-7370.
The flyer can be downloaded here.
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| TOUR OF NOVATO INFORMATION |
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Tour of Novato - Get involved!!
San Marin High School's Goal
Is to Raise $25,000 to Purchase Computer Technology Benefiting the Entire School!
Parents, teachers, students, administration, alumni and friends come join the Tour of Novato and ride 10, 25 or 50 miles; or support the cause and make a tax deductible donation to support one of San Marin's riders.
If you are cycling, encourage your friends & families to donate or to ride and join the fun!
Date: Saturday, April 30, 2011
Place: San Marin High School
Time: 7:00 a.m. Tour of Novato Ride
9:00 a.m. Cycling for School's Fun Fair
Last year, San Marin riders raised over $5,000, during this event, with a limited number of riders. This year let's roll way beyond $5,000 and strive to have our donations climb to $25,000! GO MUSTANGS!!!
Less than two weeks to GO! - Currently, we are at $3,152 and doubled our riders to 24 registered riders . There are 12 days to go and we need all of San Marin's help to reach our goal.
Visit the Tour of Novato website today:
For general information: http://www.tourofnovato.org
For an information flyer: Information flyer click here
To donate: http://www.tourofnovato.org/index.php?page=support&School=San%20Marin%20High
Please contact San Marin coordinator and Alumni parent, Sylvia Barry sylvia@SylviaBarryRE.com or 415-717-0293 with any question or suggestions!
Your support is greatly appreciated!!!
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San Marin Drama presents Jane Eyre
The award winning San Marin Drama Department will present Charlotte Bronte's fascinating story,  Jane Eyre, adapted for the stage by Willis Hall,on May 6,7,9, 13, 14, 16 at 7:30 pm. This story filled with mystery, romance and suspense will keep you on the edge of your seat. Published in 1847, under the pen name of Currer Bell, (women were not supposed to write books back then) Charlotte Bronte's book was an instant success and continues to be. Many versions of the book have been made into movies. The latest Jane Eyre movie premiered in March 2011. The book is no longer taught in most high schools.San Marin Drama Teacher, Linda Kislingbury said, "It's the book that gave me my lifelong love of reading. I bought 18 copies of the book for my advanced drama class and many students have told me they can't put it down.I am donating the copies to the English department after the play."
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| COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES |
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Marin Human Race
Saturday, May 6th 5:30 am till 2pm They are currently looking for over 200 volunteers who have the desire to give back to the Marin Community. Some of jobs needed are Community Fair Ushers, Course Monitors, and Finish Line Assistants. You can sign up to help and get more information on the website http://www.marinhumanrace.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=456664 Event help for the LaChris Connection "Big Event" The LaChris Connection - *TLCare are looking for volunteers for their big event the evening of April 2nd. Sign onto their website to volunteer for this event. www.lachrisconnection.org .There is a variety of volunteer opportunities! There are jobs large and small for all types of skills, strengths and talents. The tasks might require your time before, during or after the actual event or a combination thereof! In-Other-Words ... there's something for everyone to volunteer for ... in your home or out & about, on the phone or face to face, all on your own or with a team, in-charge or receiving assignments, creative or no-brainer stuff.If you've got a little bit or a lot of time please consider helping out The LaChris Connection. "Lets Move Novato" needs your help! Novato Park and Recreation is looking for volunteers to help with the city wide event 'Lets Move Novato', Saturday, May 14th 8am-3pm. You can sign up to volunteer in the College and Career Center or contact them at 899-8279. More information is available on www.letsmorvenovato.org The Marin County Half Marathon
The Marin County Half Marathon, 5K & 10K is on Saturday, April 23rd!, McNears Beach If you would like to volunteer (individually or with a group), please go to www.marinmarathon.com & click on the Volunteer tab to sign up. The Sustainable Sports Foundation is looking for volunteers who would like to support the Half Marathon, 10K or 5K on Saturday, April 23rd. Did you know that the Sustainable Sports Foundation donates 100% of the net proceeds to charity? This year's main beneficiary is The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. You can volunteer with a group of friends, colleagues, a cheer squad, triathlon club, or community group or you can sign up individually and meet new friends! All volunteers receive a race t-shirt and are provided with local & organic food and drinks to make sure they are energized for the event!
The success of the Marin County Half Marathon, 10K & 5K is based on the effort of our many volunteers.
The athletes are not able to begin or complete this race without your help!
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| NUSD DISTRICT/ ADMINISTRATION NEWS |
COMMUNITY LETTERS FROM SUPERINTENDENT DERBY
Dr. Derby has requested that we share the following letters with our community.
First two letters are English and Spanish versions from Dr. Derby regarding Intradistrict Transfers. Spanish version can be found here. English version can be found here.
Finally, Dr. Derby has a final goodbye letter as she move on to retirement. We thank Dr. Derby for her years of service to NUSD and wish her well as she moves forward to the next chapter. Her farewell letter can be found here.
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MARIN COUNTY GANGS - MYTHS & TRUTHS - Thursday, April 21st
This community forum sponsored by the Marin County Sheriff's Department, San Rafael Police Department, Marin Housing Authority, Marin City Community Services District, Marin City Ministerial Alliance, Marin County Office of Education and Senior Sunshine club will be held at the Manzanita Recreation Center in Marin City from 6PM to 8PM.
Flyer with detailed information can be found here.
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NOVATO FEDERATION OF TEACHERS - Parent Information night
Thursday, April 21st - 7PM
The Novato Federation of Teachers (NFT) is hosting a parent information night at the district office on this Thursday, April 21st from 7 to 8PM. Intent of the evening is to inform parents, students and the community about how tax dollars are used in the classroom as well as other topics.
Flyer with detailed information can be found here. More information about NFT can be found at http://novatonft.org
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FACEBOOK BOOT CAMP FOR PARENTS
Wednesday, April 27th - 7PM
This workshop will provide parents with "hands-on" training in Facebook to provide guidance in setting rules for postings, understanding privacy settings and sharing appropriate information. This workshop will be held on April 27, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at the Marin County Office of Education. There is limited space available and we recommend that you register quickly to reserve a seat. Please see the attached flyer for registration information.
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Pertussis Booster (Tdap) - Proof required
NO SHOT→ NO SCHOOL
Please turn in Tdap immunization records to the school office NOW in order for students in 7-12 grades to avoid exclusion from school August 24, 2011. Class schedules will be held and students will not be allowed to attend school unless they show proof of Tdap immunization.
NO VACUNA→ NO ESCUELA
Favor de traer el registro de la vacuna Tdap (tos ferina) a la oficina ahora para que su estudiante del grado 7 al 12 no sea excluido el 24 de agosto 2011. De otra manera, el estudiante no tendrá horario de clases, ni podrá asistir a la escuela hasta tener la escuela este registro de Tdap.
Elizabeth Marin, RN, BSN, PHN
415-897-4206x342 voice mail
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SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM - June 20 - July 29
The Summer Internship Program provides a 6-week intensive career exploration opportunity for students to gain hands-on workplace skills while learning about a particular career of interest. Students intern 9 hours per week with a local business or organization and work closely with a mentor supervisor. The summer program also includes a Career Management class. Internship applications are now available in the College and Career Center .
Students or parents who want more information, should contact Camille Madfes at cmadfes@nusd.org or 897-4206, ext. 735.
Steve and Kate's Kid's Camps
Looking for dynamic high school sophomores and juniors to join our team for an unpaid, summer apprenticeship in one of the following areas: Sewing & Fashion Design, Culinary Arts, Music Recording, Performing Arts or Ceramics. Previous experience working with children and proven interest in the subject-area you're applying for are preferred. Please complete the online application at http://www.steveandkatescamp.com/email/jobs/listings/apprentice.html
Kaiser Permanente L.A.U.N.C.H Program
Kaiser Permanente in San Rafael is seeking qualified high school students between the ages of 15 and 20 for our L.A.U.N.C.H High School Summer Youth Employment Program. This is a paid internship, in which students will receive $8.00 per hour. Application deadline - May 6th
, they can be picked up in the College and Career Center or downloaded from Kaiser's website.
Guide Dogs for the Blind
Guide Dogs for the Blind is excited to announce that applications are now available on our web site for our summer internship program. I wanted to make sure eligible students at your school were aware and had an opportunity to apply if they were so inclined. Please feel free to contact me directly with questions. Please have all interested students go to our web site, www.guidedogs.com to read our job descriptions and consider applying.
Intern with Marin Organic!
Create the solutions. Become the change. All are welcome to apply.
The Marin Organic School Lunch and Gleaning Program is helping to transform the school lunch choices for our kids. Six years ago, Marin Organic saw the potential in creatively connecting local farms to local schools to help our communities thrive. Now this extraordinary program each week enables 10,000 students from more than half of Marin's schools to eat organic foods grown in Marin, while actively fostering a strong sense of place in children. Please join us! Marin Organic is offering 4 School Lunch Internships this spring.
Please contact Scott@MarinOrganic.org to apply today. More information on http://www.marinorganic.com/organic_school_lunch.php
IT Training Internship for Graduating Seniors
Free IT Training for 18-24 year olds who live in the DC, MD, or VA, Providence, Boston, New York City, Atlanta, San Francisco Bay Area. Any one with a high school diploma or a GED who are between the ages of 18-24 yrs old and have an interest in IT Refer them to this sitehttp://www.yearup.org/to learn more about this free program. This program asks for a 1 year commitment between the hours of 8:30 am and 5:00 pm. They provide the student with a stipend and after six months, internships at companies such as Freddie Mac and AOL to name a few. Check out the website. www.yearup.org Year Up is a one-year, intensive training program that provides urban young adults 18-24, with a unique combination of technical and professional skills, college credits, an educational stipend and corporate apprenticeship. Success of their graduates -- enabling them to move on to full-time employment and higher education Year Up is about providing opportunities for urban young adults to demonstrate their true potential.
We have achieved excellent results to date:
· 100% placement of qualified students into apprenticeships
· 83% student retention
· 90% of apprentices meet or exceed apprenticeship partner expectations
· 87% of graduates placed in full or part-time positions within 4 months of graduation
· $15/hr average wage at placement
Marin Conservation Corp is looking for students to work this summer!
You must be 15 by the start of the program, but not have attained age 19 by the end of the program. Have a desire to work in the outdoors and become involved in the development and maintenance of the nation's national resources. The application for the summer job can be picked up in the College and Career Center.
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