Volume 10 ~ Issue 10
October 11, 2015
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A-K - Mary DiCarlo
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L-Z - Kelley Mitchell 897-6204
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Counseling Office Hours
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Counseling office is open 7:30-3:30pm
Parent drop in hours
Tuesday 1-3pm
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Monday - Thursday
3:00 pm - 4:30pm
NHS Library
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Good Afternoon !Enjoy catching up on the new activities and events going on over the next couple of weeks.
Don't forget to keep up with the Black & Gold Gala information in its own e-mail !
Thank you,
NHS eNews Editor
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Sports Booster Meeting
Please note change-
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- Sports Booster Meeting changed to 6:00pm in library second Monday of each month. October 12th this month.
Contact Jim Treppa with questions.
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2015 Novato Unified School District School Board Trustee Candidates' Debate October 12th
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The NUSD School Board election is coming up fast. In an effort to provide our community with the opportunity to ask questions, hear from candidates and cast informed votes in November, School Fuel is hosting a
Candidates' Debate on
October 12th, 2015 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm
at the Quest Church.
Please join us for this informative evening.
NCTV will also be recording and rebroadcasting the event, but We don't have the broadcast schedule yet. We will let you know as soon as We have it.
Debate de Candidatos de La Junta Directiva del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Novatodel 2015 Ya se acercan las elecciones de los miembros de la Junta Directiva del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Novato (NUSD). Como el esfuerzo de proveer a nuestra comunidad con la oportunidad de hacer preguntas, escuchar los puntos de vista de los candidatos y estar informados para votar en las elecciones de Noviembre, School Fuel le invita al Debate de Candidatos el 13 de Octubre del 2015 de 6:30 - 8:30 pm en la iglesia Quest Church. Esperamos contar con su compañía en esta noche informativa. |
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Attention All Girl Lacrosse Players!
The defense of the Division 1 NCS Girls Lacrosse crown begins this Thursday, October 15th in the Old Gym during the Lunch Break. We are calling on all girls - Freshman through Seniors - interested in playing on the Varsity and newly formed JV teams for the Spring 2016 season. We will be going over everything you need to know and to be prepared to be a part of a winning tradition.
Lunch will be served!
 Thank you, Tim Dalton
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TO SEE THE FULL LIST OF STUDENTS ON THE HONOR ROLL
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Safe and Sober Grad
Planning Meeting
Come join us as we continue planning for this year's
Safe and Sober Grad Night!
Tuesday, October 13, 6:30 - 8pm
NHS Library
Agenda:
Review of Site Visit
Budget
Entertainment
Food
Schedule
Freshman, sophomore and junior parents encouraged to attend! Come be a part of the fun and support a safe grad night for our seniors.
Questions?
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Attention All Boys Lacrosse Players!
A meeting will be held on Wednesday October 14th at 7pm in the NHS library for parents of Freshman - Senior boys interested in playing on either the Varsity or JV teams for the Spring 2016 season.
Questions?
Mary Gamble
Gambleva@comcast.net
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Help needed! Community Service hours available!
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The North Bay Science Discovery Day (www.northbayscience.org) needs high school student helpers on Saturday, October 24 at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds in Santa Rosa. High school students can help with setup and take-down as well as by providing breaks and help with hands-on science exhibits. Students typically work 3 hour "shifts."
Please contact Mike Roa at mroa@sonic.net before Saturday, October 17 to sign up!
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Support Novato High Football!
Come to the Pigskin Pasta Night!
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- Saturday, October 24, 2015
- 6 PM - 10 PM
- NHS Old Gym
Tickets are $30 per person - 21 and older (cash or check) or $35 online.
Download the invitation and drop off your ticket order to the "Football" mailbox in the NHS Office by Monday, October 12 th.
Thank you for supporting NHS Football! Go Hornets!
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Letter from the Principal
Schedule Change October 14, 2015
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Dear Hornet Parents:
As you may have read in the eNews, Oct. 14th will be a minimum day for all students.
All students will begin the day at 8:00am and finish at 11:30am.
Students will be participating in activities by grade-level and will be notified where these activities will take place on campus.
Seniors will be participating in the Redwood Credit Union's facilitated simulation, the Bite of Reality, which is a thought-provoking, practical and engaging look at financial realities of the adult world.
Sophomores and Juniors will be taking the PSAT in classrooms. This test is without cost and allows students to get a sense of the SAT and allows juniors to be eligible for the National Merit Scholarship Program. Test results will be shared with both parents and students. A parent night will be sponsored by NUSD administration to help families interpret results.
Freshmen will participate in a variety of activities including a mindfulness session, a college and career planning session hosted by 10,000 Degrees, and an interactive Naviance workshop. They should come in comfortable clothing for an active day.
This is an instructional day and all of these activities are led by credentialed staff as well as guest facilitators. Attendance will be taken and information and skills gained may be incorporated into classes for the rest of the semester. There will be food available at break, but no lunch service on campus as students will be leaving at 11:30am.
Matt Baldwin
Principal-Novato High School
625 Arthur St.
Novato, CA 94947
Schedule Change Announcement: There will be no block days during the week of Oct. 12th in order to facilitate testing and grade-level activities. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday will be regular schedule days, starting at 7:26am. Wednesday will be a minimum day from 8:00am to 11:30am. 10/12 Mon.: 7:26-2:45 10/13 Tues.: 7:26-2:45 10/14 Wed.: 8:00-11:30 10/15 Thurs. : 7:26-2:45 10/16 Fri: 7:26-2:45
Estimados Padres de Novato High School,
Como algunos de ustedes habrán leído en los enews, el 14 de Octubre será un día mínimo para todos los estudiantes. Todos los estudiantes comenzaran el día a las 8:00am y la salida será a las 11:30am. Los estudiantes estarán participando en actividades conforme el grado en el que van y se les notificara en donde se llevaran a cabo estas actividades en el plantel.
Los estudiantes del 12º grado participaran en la simulación facilitada por el banco Redwood Credit Union, titulada ¨the Bite of Reality¨que quiere decir, ¨una Mordida de la Realidad.¨ Esta es una actividad que impulsa a los niños a pensar, y envolverse con realidades o situaciones practicas del mundo como adulto.
Los estudiantes de los grados 11º y 10º estarán tomando el examen PSAT en sus salones. Este es una examen sin costo que permite a los estudiantes tener una idea de cómo es el examen real de SAT, el cual el requerido para entrar a cualquier universidad. Este examen de prueba, también les da una oportunidad a que califiquen para las becas de mérito nacional ¨National Merit Scholarship.¨ Los resultados de este examen serán entregados a los padres y a los estudiantes. Más adelante también tendremos una junta ofreciéndoles ayuda para interpretar estos resultados.
Los estudiantes del 9º grado participaran en una variedad de actividades incluyendo una sesión de atención plena, una sesión para hacer planes de ir al colegio y obtener una carrera ofrecida por 10,000 Degrees, y un taller interactivo de Naviance con el cual ellos pueden ir explorando las diferentes carreras y oficios. Deberán venir con ropa cómoda y listos para un día activo.
Este es un día de instrucción y todas estas actividades estarán dirigidas por personal acreditado así como facilitadores invitados.
La asistencia será tomada y la información y habilidades adquiridas serán incorporadas a las clases por el resto del semestre. Habrá comida disponible en la hora de descanso, pero no habrá servicio de almuerzo en la escuela ya que los estudiantes se salen a las 11:30 de la mañana.
Sinceramente,
Matt Baldwin
Principal-Novato High School
625 Arthur St.
Novato, CA 94947
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PSAT TO ALL SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS
FREE OF CHARGE!!
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NUSD is excited to be administering the PSAT to all sophomores and juniors free of charge on Wednesday, October 14, at both Novato and San Marin High Schools during the school day. This test is a pre-test for the new SAT being given beginning in March 2016. They test the same skills and knowledge as the SAT - in a way that makes sense for both grade levels. When students get their test results, they will be connected to College Board and
Khan Academy® accounts to get free personalized SAT study recommendations.
The PSAT is a great way to preview and practice for the SAT. Each student will receive an individual student score report, you can find an example here: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/pdf/sample-psat-nmsqt-score-report.pdf In addition, the test results will let you know which AP courses students may be interested in. This will also help our schools grow their AP programs as we will have more information about students' strengths and interests. More details about the test administration will be sent home soon.
The PSAT, Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test, and the SAT, Scholastic Aptitude Test, are given a few times a year by the College Board. The College Board is a mission-driven not-for-profit organization that connects student to college success and opportunity. Many colleges and universities use these test results as one of multiple measures when reviewing a student's application.
Al distrito escolar NUSD le complace en poder administrar el examen PSAT a todos los alumnos de 10o grado (sophomores) y de 11o grado (juniors) de manera gratuita, el miércoles 14 de octubre, en las escuelas Novato High y San Marin High durante el día regular de clases. Éste es un pre-examen para el nuevo examen SAT que se empezará a aplicar en marzo de 2016. Mide las mismas habilidades y conocimientos que el SAT; de modo que tiene sentido hacerlo para estos dos grados de nivel escolar. Cuando los alumnos obtengan los resultados del examen, estarán conectados a las cuentas del College Board(Directiva de College) y a la academia Khan Academy® para obtener de manera gratuita recomendaciones personalizadas de estudio para el SAT.
El pre-examen PSAT es una excelente manera de revisar el examen SAT y practicar para tomarlo. Cada alumno recibirá un reporte individual con sus calificaciones, un ejemplo del cual puede verse aquí: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/pdf/sample-psat-nmsqt-score-report.pdf Además, los resultados del examen les permitirán saber los cursos AP que pueden interesar más a los estudiantes. Esto también va a ayudar a nuestras escuelas a desarrollar sus programas AP al obtener mayor información sobre las fortalezas e intereses de nuestros alumnos. Pronto les enviaremos a sus casas más detalles sobre la administración del examen.
El examen PSAT, o Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (Examen preliminar de aptitud escolar) y el SAT, Scholastic Aptitude Test(Examen de aptitud escolar), los ofrece el College Board pocas veces al año. El College Board es una organización sin fines de lucro con una misión, que es la de conectar a los estudiantes con el éxito y las oportunidades en el college y la universidad. Muchos colleges y universidades usan los resultados de este examen como una de sus múltiples medidas al revisar la solicitud de un estudiante.
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P.E. WAIVER DEADLINE !
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We must be compliant with our District policies. In that spirit, we are trying to educate our athletes as well as offer an amnesty period until
November 1, 2015
for any waivers from prior years to be turned in. All late forms are subject to administrative review.
waiver
As you know, all 9th graders must take PE (Ed Code 51225) and students must complete a second year of PE in either grade 10, 11, or 12. Students in grades 10, 11, or 12 may complete an Exemption Request Form and is available in the Counseling Office. Forms must be signed by the coach to verify that the student has attended practice, participated in training exercises and completed the entire season of the sport as well as signed by the Parent/guardian for permission to apply for an exemption. If approved, this Request will exempt a student from a semester of the second year PE requirement. To be exempt from the full year, two seasons of a sport (any sport) must be played.
To be eligible, these students must have completed one year of PE and have satisfactorily passed at least five out of six fitness areas of the grade nine California Physical Fitness Test which is given to 9th graders during their year of PE. If students are new to NHS, they should speak to their counselor about when the Physical Fitness Test will be given. Please note: Any senior who has not fulfilled the Physical Exemption Form requirements entering their senior year will be enrolled in PE 2. Dropping PE2 after the drop deadline will result in a "W" on the student's transcript.
If you participated in a full season of a CIF sanctioned sport as a Sophomore, Junior or Senior and wish to use that as an alternative to a semester of second year of PE, you should have turned in the PE Exemption Request Form aka "Waiver form" to your counselor. These forms MUST be completed and turned in to your counselor by December 1st for Fall Sports, March 1st for Winter Sports and June 1st for Spring Sports. Forms turned in after the deadline will not be considered (NUSD Board Policy 6142.7).
However, some of our athletes still have the completed forms and failed to realize the importance of the due dates. We must be compliant with our District policies. In that spirit, we are trying to educate our athletes as well as offer an amnesty period until November 1, 2015 for any waivers from prior years to be turned in. All late forms are subject to administrative review.
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Does your High School er need a Community Service project?
They can become a Student to Student Volunteer Tutor at Hamilton!
Hamilton has launched an after school tutoring program and is seeking high school volunteers.
If your student needs community service hours and is available one day after school they are eligible.
Program Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 2:30-5:00pm & Wednesday 2:00-4:00pm
This opportunity is offered through Marin County School Volunteers in partnership with Hamilton.
Sign up online or get more information at:
***Please indicate you would like to be placed at Hamilton on application***
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Participate in The Library Game!
This game is designed to encourage library use, as well as help students learn about digital and research literacy.
Participants will earn game points by using library materials; participating in library programs; volunteering at the library; using library databases, such as homework help; watching short videos and taking quizzes about digital and research literacy.
The top 50 point holders on the leader-board will be in a raffle to win the grand prize of a laptop computer. The person with the most points on the leader-board will win a $100 gift card, second place will win a $50.00 gift card and third place will win a $25.00 gift card.
To create an account go to:
In order to play The Library Game you must be in the 9th - 12th grade and live in Novato or attend a Novato Unified School District School.
Game runs from 9/14/15-5/15/16
This project is supported in part by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian. This project is also funded through a generous donation from The Friends of the Novato Libraries.
Thanks!
Carla Avitabile
Teen and Adult Services Librarian II
Novato Library
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City of Novato Parks
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So far only students from San Marin have replied.
We are hoping to get students from Novato High also !
GO HORNETS !
The City of Novato Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department is accepting applications for Recreation Leaders - Basketball Scorekeepers to work in our Youth and Adult Basketball Leagues.
Hours vary with weeknight and weekend hours. No experience necessary!
Recreation Leaders - Basketball Scorekeepers are considered part-time/seasonal employees of the City of Novato.
For more information please contact Tim Dalton at 415-899-8271 or
Ronele Schaefer at 415-899-8263.
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2015 Heart of Marin Nominations are now open!
Where volunteers, nonprofits and leaders shine.
Every day, passionate individuals like you dedicate their work to advancing our communities. CVNL honors local leaders and their causes at the Heart of Marin Awards. Produced by CVNL and presenting sponsor Union Bank, the Heart of Marin Awards recognizes outstanding nonprofits and the committed individuals who serve them.
Call for Nominations!
Nominations must be received by November 12, 2015.
Save the date for the 23rd Annual Heart of Marin Awards!
The celebration takes place at the Marin Center Exhibit Hall on
Thursday, January 7, 2016, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Get complete details, view/download nomination forms and more. |
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SCHOOL FUEL SOFTBALL
Inter-School Softball Tournaments
Women's softball tournaments are right around the corner. This is a fun way to show your school spirit, play a game, and meet folks from other schools in Novato.
Women's Tournament will be the week of October 19th - 23rd at the IVC fields. Teams with parents, alumni, and staff are highly encouraged.
We are hoping to have at least one team from every school. So dust off those gloves and start practicing. Registration forms and more information will follow as we get closer to tournament time. For questions, please contact Ricardo Rivas-Avalos at
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The Marin Kid Care Fair October 17
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Hello,
I am very happy to share information about The Marin Kid Care Fair. Over 20 community organizations will be providing resources for foster parents and anyone interested in being a foster parent, Big Brother/Sister, or an advocate for children and families at risk. There will be education programs as well as music, dental screenings, homework tips and so much more. The Marin Kid Care Fair is being held on October 17 from 9 am to 4 pm for The Marin Health and Wellness Campus. You can find more information on their website: www.mfpa.net and click on KidCareFair.
Ken Lippi
Assistant Superintendent
Marin County Office of Education
For more information please check out the flyer below EnglishSpanish
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Photo Make Up Day !!
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Friday, October 16th.
Please have your student have their photo taken (or retaken) that morning to be included in the yearbook.
Flashback photo request running until Friday, October 16th
Would you like a photo of your student in their younger days in the Yearbook?
The pictures include siblings and friends!
Send your photos to:
Baby Ad announcement running until November 15th.
For Senior Parents to Purchase a Baby Ad Go To:
Do you have great photos of your Novato High student and their family and siblings who also attend Novato High?
To have them included in the Yearbook this year, please send us photos to:
Thank you! Ricki Eggert Novato High Yearbook Advisor
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Free Sports at Dominican
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Hello,
I hope the year is off to a great start for you and your families! I am happy to share information about a great after school sports program for Marin middle and high school students offered by Dominican University of California. This free sports program, being held in the new Dominican sports facility, Allen Athletics Complex, offers sports programs, sport clinics, and open gym time. Additionally, they offer transportation from Terra Linda and San Rafael high schools and possibly other central locations Attached is the schedule in both English and Spanish. The program currently runs from 3:30 to 5:30 on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
The program was for high schools students last year and they have now expanded middle student students. All students from Marin are invited. This is a great opportunity for kids to play sports and an especially good opportunity for families who may not be able to afford to pay for sports clinics or recreation programs for their kids. Please share with the parents in your schools.
If you need additional information, please contact the Cory Hansen, the Coordinator, at cory.hansen@dominican.edu or feel free to contact my office if we can assist in any way.
Ken Lippi
Ken Lippi
Assistant Superintendent
Marin County Office of Education
1111 Las Gallinas Ave.
San Rafael, CA 94903
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CALENDAR
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MON October 12--B C Coin Wars (fundraiser)--NHS Campus Leadership--ALL DAY
--Sports Boosters Meeting--NHS Library--7:00 to 9pm
TUE October 13--B C Coin Wars (fundraiser)--NHS Campus Leadership--ALL DAY Safe Grad Night Meeting--NHS Library--6:30 to 8pm WED October 14-- B C Coin Wars (fundraiser)--NHS Campus Leadership--ALL DAY --MINIMUM DAY--EVERYONE ATTENDS SCHOOL 8am to 11:30am
--PSAT TESTING-- NHS Campus--9am to 12:30pm
-- Bite of Reality Program for 12th grade students-- NHS Gordon Gym--8:45am to11:45am THURS October 15-- B C Coin Wars (fundraiser)--NHS Campus Leadership--ALL DAY FRI October 16-- AVID Field Trip-(JMRussell)--ALL DAY -- B C Coin Wars (fundraiser)--NHS Campus Leadership--ALL DAY -- Picture Makeup Day- California Classics--NHS Old Gym--ALL DAY -- Theatre Studio Night--PAC--7:00 to 9pm SAT October 17- -Red Cross Event- Flu Clinic--NHS Old Gym, Cafeteria--7:00am to 4pm -- CINEMA SPORTS--MSA--9:00am to 7pm -- Novato Football--@ Marin Catholic High School--9:30am to 4pm SUN October 18
MON October 19--B C Coin Wars (fundraiser)--NHS Campus Leadership--ALL DAY
Jr. Counseling with Families--NHS Counseling--ALL DAY
TUES October 20- -B C Coin Wars (fundraiser)-- same as before
Jr. Counseling with Families--same as before
WED October 21 --B C Coin Wars (fundraiser)-- same as before
Jr. Counseling with Families-- same as before
THURS October 22- B C Coin Wars..... same as before
Jr. Counseling with Families.... same as before NUSD Professional Development - MINIMUM DAY--NHS--ALL DAY
MSA Shadow Day #4 - Hamilton --NHS Campus--8:30 to 12:30pm
Middle School Teachers PD Event - J Kemphey -- NHS Cafeteria -- 1:00 to 4:30pm PTSA Executive Board Mtg. -- NHS Library -- 5:30 to 7pm ROTC - Vets & Cadets Event/Dinner -- Marin Catholic High 5:30 to 9:30pm
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