 UPCOMING EVENTS - ON CAMPUS!!
*Monday, 5/2
AP TESTING
Sports Boosters Meeting - 7:15PM - Front Office
*Tuesday, 5/3
AP TESTING
Varsity Girls Soccer- vs. Branson- 4:00PM
Varsity Boys Volleyball - vs. Novato - 5:00PM
JV Girls Soccer - vs. Branson - 6:00PM
STAR TESTING - 9th, 10th, 11th grades
SENIOR SERVICE DAY
2011-12 Girls Basketball Summer League Meeting - 7:00PM - Gym
Drama Boosters Meeting - 7:00PM - room 803
* Thursday, 5/5
HAPPY CINCO DE MAYO!
STAR TESTING - 9th, 10th, 11th grades
SENIOR SERVICE DAY
Co-ed Varsity/JV Track & Field - vs. Novato/Justin Siena - (@ Novato) - 4:00PM
Varsity Girls Lacrosse - vs. Novato - 4:30PM
Varsity Girls Softball - vs. San Rafael - 4:30PM
Varsity Girls Soccer - vs. Novato (@ Novato) - 4:30PM
Varsity Boys Volleyball - vs. Drake - 5:00PM
Varsity Boys Lacrosse - vs. Novato 5:00PM
JV Girls Soccer - vs. Novato (@Novato) - 6:00PM
*Friday, 5/6
AP TESTING
Co-Ed Varsity Swim & Dive - vs. Marin Catholic (@ Novato pool) - 4:00PM
Varsity Boys Baseball - vs. San Rafael - 4:30PM
JV Boys Baseball - vs. San Rafael - 4:30PM - (location TBD)
Jane Eyre - OPENING NIGHT! - 7:30PM
*Saturday, 5/7
Jane Eyre - 7:30PM
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STAR TESTING SCHEDULE RELEASED/ NO BLOCK DAYS THIS WEEK!
Due to various testing days this week, Monday, Tuesday and Friday will be regular schedule days. Wednesday and Thursday will be minimum days! NO BLOCK DAYS THIS WEEK!
Please click on the link below to find out the specific time and schedule for your 9th, 10th or 11th grade students STAR tests. The tests will be administered on Wednesday, May 4th and Thursday, May 5th.
STAR Testing Schedule can be found here! |
San Marin Drama presents Jane Eyre - OPENING NIGHT THIS FRIDAY!
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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Tour of Novato - Thanks for participating!
Thanks to all the parents, teachers, students, administration, alumni and friends that participated and contributed to the Tour of Novato on Saturday.
Currently, we are at $10,000 and we had 42 riders. Donations are still being accepted for the next two weeks. So if you would like to donate, please go the links below to help San Marin Technology goals!
Visit the Tour of Novato website today:
For general information: http://www.tourofnovato.org
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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IMPORTANT DATES FOR YOUR CALENDAR!!!
- STAR TESTING/ Senior Service Days, May 4th and 5th
- Junior / Senior Career Day, May 18th
- Senior Awards, Monday, June 6th
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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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MUSIC FUNDRAISER AT MARY'S - Wednesday, May 11th
The music department will have a Mary's Pizza Shack fundraiser all day Wednesday, May 11th. The music department will receive 20% of the bill for dine-in, take-out or delivery and 10% for
gift card purchases that day. Flyers will be available in the front office, the music room and through eNews -- you will need to present the flyer in order for the music department to receive the donation from Mary's! Thanks for your support!!
SPRING SHOWCASE - May 26th - 6:30PM
Mark your calendars for SPRING SHOWCASE on Thursday, May 26th at 6:30pm. This is an event that was not previously in the music calendar. The music department will be showcasing orchestra, show choir and many solos. Doors open at 6:15 and tickets are $5 at the door and an additional $5 if you choose to have dinner. For dinner you will have a choice of a pulled pork sandwich or chili, a salad and a beverage. This promises to be a fun evening so mark your calendars and plan to be there. |
 BOOSTERS MEETING TONIGHT! 7:15PM - Front office
SMASB Board is meeting tonight at 7:15PM in the front office. We are looking for parents interested in volunteering as Board members for the 2011-12 school year. Meeting is open to the public so please come by if you are interested to hear what Boosters is planning for the remainder of the school year or if you have intereste in serving on the 2011-12 Board!! If you have questions, regarding the meeting or available positions, please contact Tom Gorman directly! |
 2011-12 Girls Summer Basketball Meeting
There will be a meeting to discuss the girls summer basketball program on Wednesday, May 4th at 7:00pm in the San Marin gym.
This summer program is key to the development of the girls basketball program at San Marin High School. It is very important that all players and parents interested in participating in the summer basketball program attend this meeting.
Please pass the word to all incoming freshman, returning players and any new players that may have interest.
Feel free to contact Dan Lucia at 499-7667 or 260-3571 if you have any questions.
Open gym schedule is as follows:
Tuesday, May 3rd 7:00 to 8:30
Tuesday & Thursday - 7:00 to 8:30
Saturday - 10:00 to 11:30 |
| 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 "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 |
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PARENTS, TEENS and the LAW - Wednesday, May 18th 6:30 PM
The Marin County Bar Association, in collaboration with the Marin County Office of Education, is hosting a free public forum for parents and teens to learn about their rights and responsibilities on issues directly relating to teens and their families on May 18, 2011. This event will be held at the Marin County Office of Education, 1111 Las Gallinas Avenue , San Rafael from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Topics will include: Marin County Social Host Ordinance, Teens, Sex and the Law, Bullying, and Teens, Drugs, and the Law. Discussions will be led by a distinguished panel of legal experts who will share valuable information and answer your questions. For more information or to RSVP, please contact the Marin Bar Association by e-mail at jsalas@30nsp.org or call 415-499-1314. |
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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RESOURCES FOR TDap IMMUNIZATION
If you have not yet turned in proof of your child's Tdap shot, please do so now to avoid exclusion of 7th-12th graders from school on August 24, 2011. We expect large num be rs of students will try to get their shot in the summer. Lines will be long at the doctors' offices and lines will be long to turn in proof of Tdap on the first day of school-This could prevent your child from getting their class schedule. If your child still needs to get a Tdap shot please do one of the following:
1. Schedule an appointment now to get the Tdap shot with your doctor.
2. If you do not have health insurance or you cannot afford it, you can:
a)Call the Children's Health Initiative at 415-473-3449 to see if you qualify for some programs to help families in need.
3. If you do not have insurance, or if you are underinsured, or if you have a high insurance deductible:
a) Call the Marin County Health and Wellness Center Immunization Clinic for an appointment at 415-473-4400 to get a Tdap shot. They are located at 3260 Kerner Blvd in San Rafael . You must have an appointment!!
4. Return the proof of Tdap immunization to your school office by:
a)Giving it to the school office
b)Fax the proof of Tdap to your school fax number: 415-892-8284.
c)Or mail proof of Tdap to: _SMHS 15 San Marin Drive , Novato CA 94945_. |
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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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