Volume 10 ~ Issue 36
May 1, 2016
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A-K - Mary DiCarlo
415-892-3205
L-Z - Kelley Mitchell 415-897-6204
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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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Just thirteen days away is the
Tour of Novato !
Still time to help out !
Thank you,
Lisa
NHS eNews Editor
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PTSA GENERAL MEETING AGENDA
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Novato High PTSA General Meeting Agenda 7pm May 5, 2016 Novato High Library
Guest speaker, Anna Salem and NHS students to share information about "Friday Night Lights" as seen in the IJ a few weeks ago.
Please join us for an informative presentation about this important topic.
More to come!
To see agenda for general meeting:
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CONGRATULATIONS TO
NOVATO HIGH SCHOOL'S
GRADUATING CLASS OF 2016 !
Please read this very important information regarding Graduation.
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SENIORS-
COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS DEADLINE IS
MAY 2 !
TOMORROW !!!
YOU MAY NOT ATTEND PROM if this deadline is NOT met:
Seniors, verification of any outstanding hours needed to fulfill this graduation requirement MUST be turned in to Ms. Grillo, in the College and Career Center
by 10 am on Monday, May 2!!
In other words, all the signed documents, forms, letters you have that prove you performed your remaining community hours must physically be in Ms. Grillo's hands by 10 am on Monday, May 2
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Ms. Searle and the Prom ticket sellers will have the list of those eligible to purchase tickets/attend Prom.
This is an NUSD graduation requirement:
contact Ms. Grillo if you have any questions or wish to check your community service hour totals. Class of 2017:
Next year's Seniors EARLY WARNING:
Please do not plan on finishing your classes at lunch next year. Initial drafts of next year's class schedules suggest many Senior and AP classes will be after 6th and 7th periods. Orientation for 2016-2017: SAVE THE DATE (details to follow)
August 10 for grades 10, 11 and 12
August 11 for grade 9.
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ATTENTION SENIOR STUDENT ATHLETES
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Sports Boosters will be awarding scholarships to
Senior student athletes.
Deadline to submit application is |
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Ticket prices for Safe Grad are $75, as of May 1st.
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Thank you to everyone who
purchased tickets at the early bird price!
Information about Safe Grad Night was mailed home last week. It includes a schedule of events, Registration Form (both parents and students need to sign) and the Lei Order Form.
You can mail in your registration form/check
or drop it off in the
Safe Grad box in the school office.
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Pre Order a LEI for your graduate
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Please Note - Orders must now be in by May 13th!
Traditional, fresh, single strand Purple Orchid Leis!
Proceeds benefit Safe and Sober Grad of Novato
Cash or Checks accepted
(payable to Safe and Sober Grad of Novato)
Drop off order form and money in the Safe Grad Box in the NHS Attendance Office.
Leis are to be picked up right after graduation practice on Thursday, June 9th.
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Are you interested in the Solar industry?
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If so, the Solar Academy's deadline has been extended to May 13th! This great program will be held at IVC this summer!
Location, Dates & Transportation
* College of Marin, Indian Valley Campus, Novato
* June 24-July 1, 2016, 8:30am-4:30pm
Academy Highlights
* 40 hours of solar work-based learning
* Learn to sell, design & build a residential solar electric system
* Lunch and materials included
* Field trip to a local green tech organization
* Lectures by industry professionals
Enrollment/Registration
* By teacher recommendation
* Additional registration and logistics package will be provided upon registration approval by
SunPower.
* Register at
Please consider the environment before printing this email.
The information contained in this correspondence is intended only for the individual or entity named above, and may contain information that is privileged and confidential. Dissemination, distribution or copying without the prior approval of the sender is strictly prohibited. If you think that you have received this message in error, please delete it and notify the sender. Marin County Office of Education
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Saturday May 14, 2016
Tour of Novato
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On Saturday, May 14, many members of the Novato High School staff, student body and Hornet community are riding in the Tour of Novato to raise money for our school.
We have so many things we want to do to improve our facilities, and enhance the possibilities for our kids.
In the 2015-16 school year we used funds from the Tour of Novato to add new technology, pilot classrooms with 21st century flexible furniture and add more to our Library.
We would like to keep the momentum going for 2016-17, however, it all starts with taking a ride on May 14 in the Tour of Novato.
All proceeds go back to Novato High School and directly impact our students.
Please come out on May 14 and ride with us,
Thank you!!!
Matt Baldwin
Principal-Novato High School
625 Arthur St., Novato, CA 94947
Twitter: @MattBaldwin34
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It's Prom Season!
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We also realize that the likelihood of our teens going to parties while they're off from school is pretty good, so we've put together some information that we hope will help you start conversations with your kids about responsible celebrating.
With most senior proms taking place in San Francisco, questions may arise about safe transportation and pre-prom or after-parties.
According to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration SAMHSA, youth are more likely to drink with their friends at parties and in another person's home, and youth binge drinking exhibits seasonal fluctuations, with increasing rates around exams and social occasions, such as homecoming, prom, and sporting events.
Here are some tips to help ensure a safe and fun night:
Set a Zero-Tolerance Norm for Alcohol and Substance Use: Parents are the number one influence on their child's attitudes towards drug and alcohol use. According to SAMHSA, more than 80% of young people ages 10-18 say their parents are the leading influence on their decision to drink or not drink. So they really are listening, and it's important that you send a clear, strong and consistent message about your expectations, and the dangers of underage drinking.
Talk to other Parents:
Let them know you do not allow underage drinking in your home, and you do not allow your child to attend parties where youth are drinking. Most parents feel the same way you do, so don't be afraid to set expectations to ensure your child's safety.
In Marin, Underage Parties Come with Hefty Fines:
The Social Host Ordinance (SHO) is being enforced across Marin County, and holds adults responsible for hosting youth drinking in their households, whether or not adults are present. First-offense fines can be up to $750, with a possible addition of recovery fees.
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Divine Deals Support Art Programs!
Marin School of the Arts opens the it's Online Auction May 1 with great deals on restaurants, entertainment, adventures and services as part of the upcoming Divine Wine and Food Extravaganza May 14, benefiting arts programs at MSA and NHS. Bid for your chance to win many incredible items: - Gift cards to restaurants like Mary's Pizza Shack, Sol Food and Hop Monk Tavern!
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- Adventures including kayaking excursions, Tahoe Donner lift tickets and passes to Aquarium of the Bay!
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- Special outings like tickets to Broadway hit shows Hedwig and the Angry Inch and Carole King the Musical, as well as wine tastings and tours at the best Sonoma and Napa wineries!
You'll find many high value items at www.hpcfdivinewineonline.org start your bidding May 1st and stayed tuned as more items are added before the auction closes on May 16th. The 6th Annual Divine Wine and Food Extravaganza on May 14 at Unity Center Marin in Hamilton features mouth-watering tastings with 12 top restaurants and 13 world-class wineries from Sonoma and Napa counties, along with MSA performances and delicious desserts.
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Campus Improvement Committee Workday
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The Campus Improvement Committee will hold
a campus improvement workday on
Sunday, May 22nd from 10:00am - 1:00pm.
We will provide snacks and you provide hard labor!Our plan is to weed and mulch around campus,
in addition to doing some planting.
Help us make the campus shine for the
Graduation Ceremony.
If you can, please bring clippers, a rake, a shovel
or pitch fork and gardening gloves.
We would appreciate if you could let us
know if you can join us.
Please email kirsten@omholt.org.Thanks! Kirsten Omholt and Jean Johnson
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School-to-Career Partnership Internship!
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Would you like to explore a career path this summer
while earning college credit?
If so, apply for a Summer 2016 School-to-Career Partnership Internship!
The summer internship cycle will be from June 20th-July 25th.
Requirements: 52 hours of internship and 12 hours of college class time! Internships look great on college and job applications and can give you important information about the work environment of your chosen career interest. Please apply online using the link below. The deadline to submit your Summer 2016 Internship Application is Friday, May 6th. Juniors and seniors are given priority of internship placements. Online Internship Application (Required):
Sita Aiello
Marin County Office of Education
School To Career Partnership
Cell: 707-364-9160
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Nominating Committee Report
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Dear PTSA Members, The nominating committee is excited to present a fantastic slate of candidates for next year's PTSA board.
The elections will be held at the May 5th PTSA meeting so please come out and vote!
2016-2017 Slate of Candidates
Office
President Beth DeWitt
Executive VP Elaine Chyrklund 1st VP Kathleen Frey Treasurer Sarah Finegold Financial Secretary Amy Oclassen Recording Secretary Susan Matthews Historian Jane White Auditor Karen Green Parliamentarian* Ben Oyle *This position is appointed by the President Nominating Committee Members:
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NOVATO RACK is looking for donations!
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As you may know, NHS now has a clothing and school supply "store" where students who express a need can choose gently used/never been worn clothing and school supplies (paper, pens, backpacks) in a confidential setting.
We are always looking for donations: if you have any contributions, please drop them off in the main office. Thank you!
Jennifer Nickl
Assistant Principal, Curriculum and Instruction
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Instrument Drive for Novato Unified Students!
Bring us your trumpet, trombone, flute, or clarinet and receive a tax deductible donation form! The Novato Unified School District, in partnership with School Fuel, NUSD's education foundation, is conducting a musical instrument drive to help support the elementary music program by providing instruments for students who need them.
There may be many instruments in our community that are no longer being played that would greatly benefit our students. Music education begins in the first grade with vocal music, learning rhythm instruments and reading music and continues through the third grade. In the fourth grade, all students learn the ukulele giving them the opportunity to learn to play an instrument, read music and sing all at the same time. In the fifth grade, instrumental music is introduced and the need for instruments.
Donations will be accepted at the Instrument Drive Booth at the Tour of Novato in Downtown Novato on May 14 between 10:00
am and 2:00 pm at the corner of Sherman and Grant Streets.
If you are unable to drop off your instrument at the Tour of Novato, you may also drop them off at your local elementary school. Our goal is to collect 100 instruments by June, 2016. If you have questions, please contact
¡Colecta de instrumentos para los alumnos del distrito de Novato!
¡Tráiganos una trompeta, trombón, flauta o clarinete y reciba un formulario de donación deducible de impuestos! El Distrito Escolar Unificado de Novato, junto con School Fuel, la fundación educativa del distrito NUSD, está llevando a cabo una colecta de instrumentos musicales para ayudar a apoyar el programa de música de las escuelas elementary, dándoles instrumentos a los alumnos que los necesiten.
Puede que haya muchos instrumentos entre la gente de nuestra comunidad que ya no toquen, y que podrían ser de gran utilidad para nuestros alumnos. La educación musical empieza desde el primer grado, con música vocal, aprendizaje de instrumentos rítmicos y lectura musical, y continúa hasta el tercer grado. Para el cuarto grado, todos los alumnos aprenden sobre el ukulele, lo cual les da la oportunidad de poder tocar un instrumento, leer música y cantar al mismo tiempo. En quinto grado, se les introduce en la música instrumental, y de ahí la necesidad de los instrumentos que solicitamos.
Las donaciones se aceptarán en el evento Tour of Novato, en el puesto llamado "Instrument Drive Booth", que será el 14 de mayo en el centro de la ciudad, entre 10:00 de la mañana y 2:00 de la tarde, en la esquina de las calles Sherman y Grant.
Si no puede ir a dejar el instrumento al Tour of Novato, también pueden dejarlo en la escuela elementaria más cercana a su casa. Nuestra meta es recolectar 100 instrumentos para junio de 2016. Si tiene alguna pregunta, haga favor de contactar a
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Novato Police Department will be offering
free summer programs again this summer.
Novato Police
Youth camp
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Please check out the flyers below !
Thank you,
Sergeant Sasha D'Amico
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2016 Yearbooks !
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2016 Yearbooks can be purchased through the Novato High Business Office OR on line at:
with a credit card FOR $95
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Volunteer Opportunities for the
Bay Area Human Race
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Hello,
My name is Mark Perez, from the Center for Volunteer and Nonprofit Leadership, and I'm inquiring about your school's potential interest in our upcoming volunteer opportunities for the Bay Area Human Race.
This message includes our link on our website to sign-up for these project, so I have included them below.
If you have any questions any of our projects, please feel free to contact my colleague, Melissa at 415-448-0304, or via email at mcruz@cvnl.org.
Thank you again for your time, and I look forward to hearing from you!
Mark Perez
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FINALS
DO NOT MISS THEM !!!
Please do not plan events/vacations/medical appointments during finals week.
Finals are June 6-9
only students who have doctor's notes will be excused from a final. Students with these excused absences will receive an Incomplete grade. This grade will become an F unless the work/final is completed in six weeks (NUSD BP 6145). Administration is available during June to give finals.
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FANS IS HIRING !
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Part time jobs with convenient hours.
Please call if you have any questions.
Thank You,
Gina Proffitt
Program Specialist, FANS, NUSD
415 892-2115 main line
415 493-4453 direct / district phone
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SENIORS-
COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS DEADLINE
AP Testing NHS Campus (All Day)
SLT Meeting NHS Conference Room 3:00PM to 5:00PM
Wednesday May 4
AP Testing NHS Campus (All Day)
Visual Arts Booster Meeting Rm 2802 6:00pm to 7pm
Sports Boosters will be awarding scholarships to
Senior student athletes.
Deadline to submit application to Mary Grillo.
AP Testing NHS Campus (All Day)
Saturday May 7
BAY AREA HUMAN RACE MARIN COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
Sunday May 8
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