SAGUARO HAPPENINGS
January 18, 2014
 

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SABERLINKS THANKS THE ADVERTISER BELOW FOR SUPPORTING OUR PTO!
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Michelle Fallen, Owner
5900 N Granite Reef Rd., Suite 106,Scottsdale, Arizona 85250
480-300-6023 Office - 480-628-9777 Mobile
 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS: 

IMPORTANT DATES 
 
JANUARY 19
Martin Luther King Holiday:  No School

JANUARY 22
College Counseling Informational Meeting/PTO Meeting
6:00-8:00 pm, Saguaro Library

JANUARY 24
EVIT (EAST VALLEY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY) EXPO
9:00 AM-1:00 PM
(See below for details,)

ATHLETICS GAME DATES
 
UPCOMING SAT AND ACT TESTING DATES
See SAT/ACT Testing Section Below
 
EVENTS & INFORMATION:
 
 
WINNER OF PROJECT GRAD $50 GIFT CARD
Congrats to Jessica Reega, who has won the $50 gift card for registering early for Project Graduation!   All seniors who registered and paid their $100 fee by January 15th were eligible.  In addition, every senior who registered and paid by the 15th will get extra prize tickets on the night of the event!  Project Grad is a post-graduation alcohol- and drug-free party, hosted by the PTO's Project Grad committee, for all seniors on graduation night.  FOR MORE INFORMATION ON PROJECT GRAD, CLICK HERE.
 
SAGUARO DECA STUDENTS WIN MEDALS AT DISTRICT CONFERENCE
Congratulations to Saguaro DECA for their fantastic work at the 2015 Central District Conference. Congratulations to the following for winning medals for either their test score or role play. Sydney Allen, Justice Stephan, Able Aldape, Bethany Shumway. Finally congrats to the teams of Nicole Varda/Paige Corbin and Sam Downey/Matt Fleming for their overall first place win in their section.

 
SUSD HOSTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS MASTER PLAN COMMUNITY MEETINGS
WHAT:
Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) is similar to many school districts facing uneven enrollment, excess capacity, aging facilities and future growth as neighborhoods evolve. SUSD families and community members are being asked to help shape our elementary school facilities to meet the changing needs of Scottsdale.
 
WHO:
Community members of SUSD
 
WHEN/WHERE:
Wednesday, January 21 - Arcadia Learning Community
From 6-7:30 p.m. at Ingleside Middle School
5402 E. Osborn Road
 
Thursday, January 29 - Desert Mountain Learning Community
6 p.m. at Cheyenne Traditional School
13636 N. 100th St.

Tuesday, February 3 - Chaparral Learning Community
6 p.m. at Cocopah Middle School
6615 E. Cholla St.
 
Thursday, February 5 - Saguaro Learning Community
6 p.m. at Mohave Middle School
8490 E. Jackrabbit Road

Wednesday, February 11 - Coronado Learning Community
6 p.m. at Coronado High School
7501 E. Virginia Ave.

ADDITIONAL INFO:             
Our schools are community assets. SUSD is seeking the values, priorities and input of its stakeholders to identify the criteria that our community deems important in the development of the elementary facilities master plan. The plan is being developed with a framework based on stakeholder feedback.  Best practices to be considered in addressing the issues faced are:

·         Health, safety, security and efficiency

·         Right-sizing schools to support enrollment and current teaching and learning methods

·         Consolidation and boundary adjustments

·         Proper spaces to support collaboration, project-based work, online assessments and community partnerships

 
EVIT (EAST VALLEY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY)
Important Events and Deadlines

EVIT EXPO: 
SATURDAY, JANUARY 24th, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM 
Here's a great opportunity to visit the EVIT Main Campus in Mesa for their annual Open House on Jan. 24th from 9 AM to 1 PM!  You can bring your family and friends!  The Recording Studio and the on campus restaurant, Bistro 13, will have their Grand Opening!  Campus tours and trolley rides are provided on campus and all activities are free.  You do not need to sign up to attend.  EVIT has over 40 tuition-free, career specific classes for high school students and they also offer classes for adults. For more information, visit their website www.evit.com/expo, or text EVIT to 90210, or call (480) 461-4000

EVIT BOOT CAMP:  SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7th, 8:00-11:00 AM
If you want to learn more about a specific program at EVIT, Boot Camp is a great opportunity to experience a class on Feb. 7th from 8 AM to 11 AM.  You must sign up to attend at www.evit.com/bootcamp.  This is a free activity and you can contact EVIT at (480) 461-4000 if you need more information. 

 
SAGUARO COLLEGE COUNSELING 
INFORMATIONAL MEETING  
Thursday, January 22nd
6:00-8:00 pm
Saguaro Media Center 
Mark your calendars to attend this important meeting, hosted by Saberlinks PTO, in conjunction with our General PTO Meeting. Learn everything you  need to know about how the college planning process.

Special Guest Speaker: 
Brandee Chan 
Saguaro College and Career Coordinator

Agenda: 
Overview of counseling 
Graduation/college requirements for high school students 
Overview of testing:  AIMS/AZMerit 
SAT and ACT changes 
What is the PSAT? 
Diagnostic testing and test prep for the SAT, ACT and PSAT 
College application process 
Financial aid overview 
Scholarships information 
 
 
SUPPORT SAGUARO GIRLS AND BOYS BASKETBALL
FUNDRAISER NIGHT AT PIZZA ME!
January 22
4:00-9:00 pm
Pizza Me! located at 9619 N. Hayden Road
Instead of cooking dinner, let Pizza Me! create it - and support Saguaro Basketball!  Present the attached flyer at purchase and let them know whether you are supporting Boys Basketball or Girls Basketball.  A portion of your check will be donated to the group you've chosen. 
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER

 
BOXERS NEEDED FOR PROJECT GRAD'S BOXER BINGO
Every year, Project Grad hosts a party for all graduating seniors right after the graduation ceremony. One of the most popular activities each year is Boxer Bingo.  Boxer donations are needed (new, pleaae) - and we are looking for all sizes, all styles, goofy and fun styles welcome (yes, the Superman boxers with cape are popular!)  There is a donation box in the Saguaro office - feel free to leave your boxer donation in the box.  THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING PROJECT GRAD!

 

SENIOR PARENTS:

SENIOR RECOGNITION AD SPACE - JUST A FEW ADS LEFT! 

We still have the following ad spaces available - it's your last chance to recognize your senior with an ad!
 
One 1/3-page ad
One full-page ad (it could be broken down into two 1/2-page ads OR one 1/2--page ad and two 1/4-page ads).
 

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS, INCLUDING PRICING

 

ATTENTION, SENIORS: 

SCOTTSDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE OPEN HOUSE 

February 20th, 9:00 am-1:00 pm 
Seniors are invited to attend the SCC Open House on Feb. 20th.  This is a great opportunity to explore and experience what SCC has to offer!  The field trip will take place from 9 AM to 1 PM.  You must sign up in the Guidance Office with the Guidance Secretary, Mrs. Cindy Breen, by Friday, Feb. 6th.  When signing up, you will select 4 Breakout Sessions to attend that day.  You must also pick up a field trip permission slip and bring it back to the Guidance Office by Feb. 6th.  Bus transportation is required and lunch will be provided.  Space is limited so sign up early!
 
REMEMBER TO ORDER A YEARBOOK!
The price is just $65 until Winter Break - after that, it goes up to $80.  You can order in the bookstore or online.  
To order online:
2) Login is student's ID number; password is student's last name
3) Click on Saguaro
4) Click "Shop for items at student's school"

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COLLEGE PLANNING INFORMATION:

 

 
The SaberLinks PTO website has many college resources. 
 
MAKE SURE YOUR STUDENT IS ON TRACK FOR COLLEGE!

COLLEGE PLANNING INFORMATION BY MONTH & GRADE
FOR COMPREHENSIVE INFORMATION ON PREPARING YOUR CHILD FOR COLLEGE, INCLUDING MONTHLY PLANNERS FOR EACH GRADE LEVEL AND FINANCIAL PLANNING INFORMATION,CLICK HERE.
 
NAVIANCE COLLEGE AND CAREER PLANNING RESOURCE
Naviance is a college and career planning resource that is available to students in SUSD beginning in the 6th grade. This program is a great tool that will help students plan their educational path including their Educational Career and Action Plan (ECAP).
CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS  
 
SAT AND ACT TESTING
SAT: 
Testing is at Saguaro
For SAT information, visit www.collegeboard.com.

ACT: 
Testing is not at Saguaro. When you register, you will designate a testing site.
For ACT information, visit www.ACTstudent.org.

 
FREE ONLINE TEST PREP FROM KAPLAN
Kaplan Test Prep, in partnership with SUSD, is offering free online test prep to all SUSD students for SAT, ACT and PSAT tests.

To sign up:
1) Visit kaplanatschool.com/scottsdaleunified
Under "Kaplan's Program Options and Pricing" select "PSAT On Demand" or "SAT On Demand" or "ACT On Demand"
2) Once directed to the product page, click "Enroll Now"
3)  On this page, "Your Cart," you'll see a box under "Order Summary" Enter the appropriate promotion code:
     PSAT On Demand:      KAS2015PSAT
     SAT On Demand:        KAS2015SAT
     ACT On Demand:        KAS2015ACT
4) Click "Apply" and "Proceed to checkout"
5)  The next page will prompt you to log in with your Kaplan account.  If you do not have one, select either "Parent/Guardian" or "Student" and a new section will open.  Fill out the necessary fields, and click "Save & Continue" when done.
6)  You will receive an Order Confirmation. Congratulations!  You're an official Kaplan student!

 
HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPTS
Parchment is the secure and easy way to manage your transcript credentials online.  To order your transcripts, visit http://www.parchment.com/
 

SAGUARO ATHLETICS:

 
ATHLETIC PACKET:

SAGUARO BASEBALL DIAMOND CLUB BOOSTERS:

Back-to-Back State Champions:  2010 & 2011  

SAGUARO BASEBALL WEBSITE

DIAMOND CLUB WEB PAGE      


SAGUARO SOFTBALL:

SAGUARO SABERCAT SOFTBALL WEBSITE  

 

"ABOVE THE RIM" BASKETBALL BOOSTERS:

SAGUARO BOYS BASKETBALL WEBSITE

 

SAGUARO SABERCATS GIRLS BASKETBALL: 

SAGUARO GIRLS BASKETBALL WEBSITE  

 

SAGUARO CROSS COUNTRY:

http://www.saguaroxc.com/

   

SAGUARO VOLLEYBALL BOOSTERS:

SAGUARO LACROSSE CLUB:   

SAGUARO LACROSSE CLUB WEBSITE

 

 

SAGUARO CLUBS AND GROUPS:

 

FRIENDS OF SAGUARO ORCHESTRA  

FOSO Website

  

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Do you own a business?  Reach an engaged, loyal, local audience by advertising in Saguaro Happenings!  Every week, Saguaro Happenings goes out to 1484 parents, teachers and staff of Saguaro High School.  Not only will you be communicating your advertising message, but you also will be demonstrating your support of our Saguaro community!  For ad details and rates, contact Kate Strohmeyer at katestrohmeyer@yahoo.com.

 

 
2014-15 SABERLINKS PTO OFFICERS & COMMITTEES
CLICK HERE FOR PTO OFFICERS AND COMMITTEE CHAIRS
 

JOIN SABERLINKS PTO

We welcome your membership - we appreciate the strong parent involvement in our Saguaro community. 

 

There are two ways to join:

1) Complete the membership form and mail to the school:   

PARENT PTO Membership Form 

STAFF PTO Membership Form 

 2) Join online:   

ONLINE PTO Membership Form

  

 
 
FRY'S SHOPPERS:  SUPPORT SAGUARO SABERLINKS PTO EVERY TIME YOU SHOP!
IF YOU HAVE A FRY'S CARD, PLEASE RE-ENROLL IN THE 2014-2015 FRY'S COMMUNITY REWARDS PROGRAM.  FRY'S REQUIRES THAT OUR PTO SUPPORTERS RE-ENROLL EVERY YEAR.

 

One way our PTO raises money is through the Fry's Community Rewards program.  It is easy:  if you have a Fry's card, simply link it to our organization and we earn money every time you shop!  

Please use the easy process below to enroll.  Thank you!

 

*Go to https://www.frysfood.com/topic/community?activePage=community-rewards-2

*Select 'Sign-In.'

*Enter your email and password then select 'sign in.'

*Select 'My Account', you should see Account Summary at the top. 

*Scroll down, Click 'ENROLL' under Community Rewards. If prompted, enter personal information.

*Enter 80628 as the number for our organization, then select 'search'.

*Under Select Your Organization: Select box next to our organization.

*Then select 'save changes.'

*If you have registered correctly, you should now see our PTO information listed under 'Community Rewards' on your Account Summary page.

 

Remember, you must re-enroll to continue supporting our PTO!

 

SABERLINKS PTO APPRECIATES OUR SUPPORTERS AND ADVERTISERS!

If you wish to advertise in this Saguaro Happenings newsletter, please contact Kate Strohmeyer at katestrohmeyer@yahoo.com.

SaberLinks PTO values every advertiser.  Although we do not endorse our advertisers, we are proud to provide their information as a community service.

 

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Are you interested in taking classes online? Are you self-motivated? Do you want to get ahead?  eLearning online classes can be taken as part of your regular class schedule at school during the day, or as an extra class after school.  Ask your counselor if taking an eLearning class is right for you.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION 
 

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Scottsdale, AZ 85250
Office: 480-484-7100
 
 
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PROJECT GRADUATION WEB PAGE

 

 
 
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