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Woodside Weekly PTSA Update
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Hello Parents,
Seniors have two deadlines this week: purchasing Senior Ads for the yearbook and grad announcements. Don't miss out.
Your opinions matter. Principal Burbank is asking for input on two surveys and the district is asking for input on Algebra I and II texts.
We have already gathered some fantastic auction items. Join in the fun and add yours to our upcoming auction in April.
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CALENDAR
- Tuesday, Jan 26, Freshman/Sophomore Parent Meetings, 7pm
- Friday, Jan 29, Deadline for Spring Sports Registration
- Friday, Jan 29, Last day to purchase Senior Ad for Yearbook
- Sunday, Jan 31, Last day to purchase Senior Graduation Announcements
- Jan 20 - 31, on-line class selection for 2016-17
UPCOMING
- Monday, Feb 1, Spring Sports begin
- Tuesday, Feb 2, PTSA meeting, 7pm, MUR conference room
- Wednesday, Feb 3, Music Boosters, 7pm, Music room
- Wednesday, Feb 3, Auction Meeting, 7pm,
- Thursday, Feb 4, Parent Education, MA
- Thursday, Feb 4, OPEN HOUSE, 5:30 - 8pm
- Friday, Feb 5, Minimum Day for Students
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FROM PRINCIPAL BURBANK
Dear WHS Parents,
Please take 15 minutes to complete these two surveys that will help guide future technology purchases/needs and provide information for the district LCAP. LCAP stands for Local Control Accountability Plan, which each school district must write to explain its goals and strategies for improving achievement for all students. I appreciate you taking the time to complete these surveys as your parent voice and your Woodside voice needs to be heard.
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Support our school by donating an auction item for our annual auction coming on April 30.
- Do you have a business and can offer a service or item?
- Love to cook or plan parties?
- Have a hobby to share?
- Do you have a special bottle of wine or art piece to donate?
- Do you know a business or person who can underwrite a big ticket item?
All donations are fully tax deductible. Do you want to join the committee? We have little and large jobs--whatever fits your schedule. Contact us at woodsideauction@gmail.comWe will hold a final AUCTION BRAINSTORMING Meeting on Wednesday, February 3. I know that's a busy week but send me your ideas!
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PARENTS OF SENIORS
Herff Jones will be on campus January 27 and 28 to take final orders for graduation announcements. Please note that announcements must be ordered by January 31.
Now is the time to buy an ad in the School Yearbook to honor your graduating Senior. Please download this pdf ad for more information. Deadline for the ad is January 29. |
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Pennies for Patients Penny War 2016
This class competition raises money for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, an organization raising funds for leukemia and other blood cancers. Last year the students raised over $1300 for this worthy cause. The class with the highest number of points at the end of the drive will win spirit points, special prizes and bragging rights. See the flyer. |
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Winter Dance
On Friday, February 19 Woodside will be having a Sadies Winter Wonderland dance in the New Gym from 7:30-10:30pm. Tickets will go on sale starting February 4. There will be a two-day sale, Feb 4 and 5 in which tickets will be $10 for everyone. Starting Feb 8 the tickets will be $15 with PAL and $20 without. Then the last two days of sales will be Feb 18 and 19 and the price will be $25 for all. Please note that tickets are NOT sold at the door. Dates are not required to attend the dance. Guest passes are available in D7 or online. See the flyer.
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NEW COMMON CORE MATH MATERIALSThe District is looking for parents to review proposed new materials for Algebra I and Algebra II curriculum. This is your opportunity to shape the way the Algebra's are taught at Woodside.
What: Opportunity to review Algebra I and II materials When: Feb 8 or Feb 24, 6:00 - 7:30 pm (Just drop in anytime in this window) Where: Birch Room at the District Office, 480 James Ave, RWC |
M-A PARENT EDUCATION SERIES
Mastering Difficult Conversations with Your Teen"
Eran Magen, PhD, The Center for Supportive Relationships
Thursday, February 4, 2016, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
M-A Performing Arts Center (PAC)
Menlo-Atherton High School
555 Middlefield Road, Atherton
Register here:
Trying to offer support when your adolescent seems upset or stressed can feel like tiptoeing through a minefield. In this highly interactive 90-minute workshop, you will learn how to offer emotional support comfortably and effectively when your teen is experiencing strong emotions such as stress, frustration, anxiety, or anger. You will learn how to respond in a way that helps your student feel better and think more clearly, while strengthening your relationship.
Eran Magen, Ph.D., is the founder and scientific director of the Center for Supportive Relationships ( http://SupportiveRelationships.org), which provides relational skills training for school districts, higher education institutions, healthcare professionals, and private corporations. Dr. Magen received his MA in education and PhD in psychology from Stanford University.
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SEQUOIA PARENT EDUCATION SERIES
Finding the Right Fit - A Conversation about the College Search
Maria Furtado, Executive Director, Colleges That Change Lives (CTCL)
Thursday, February 18, 2016, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Carrington Hall, Sequoia High School
1201 Brewster Avenue, Redwood City
More details, download this.
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SAVE THE DATE
The WHS annual Rummage Sale is Saturday April 23. This is a new date. Start collecting your usable items to support WHS clubs and groups.
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DRAMA BOOSTERS
The Little Mermaid preparations are in full swing and I can tell you, you are in for a real treat! The sets, costumes, and choreography are going to be exceptional! We've had great support with the set building for several Saturdays and are well ahead of the game in that department.
The Little Mermaid Program Advertising
Do you have a business you would like to tell the Woodside community about? Please help support The Little Mermaidand the WHS Drama Boosters by purchasing an ad or a "shout out" for your favorite cast members. More details available on the attached form. Ad deadline: Feb 22.
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Join us for the first meeting of 2016 on Tuesday, January 26 at 7 PM in the MUR conference room. Many exciting events will be happening in the second semester of the school year:
Come to hear about them and how to get involved.
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Selecting Classes On Infinite Campus: Academic Planner
It is time to plan your students classes for the 2016-17 academic year. You can do this on-line January 20 - 31. Students will meet with Counselors throughout the spring.
Go to www.woodsidehs.org and scroll down to the bottom "Quick Links" section and select "INFINITE CAMPUS- Parent & Student Portal" INFINITE CAMPUS- Username: Student ID# Password: Initials and 6 digit birthdate (ie: jp110195) Select "Academic Planner" click on next Under "Search Course Catalog," you can type in the course name and read a description. To add a course, select "Add to Grade" and add course selection through the 12th grade. After adding all courses, select "Save"
Congratulations! You have planned your classes. Don't worry if your credit summary doesn't add up. Your counselor will meet with you soon to confirm your course selection.
Academic Planning Tips:
Review Graduation and A_G Requirements on your planner on page 16 or go to woodsidehs.org > Recources>Guidance Department>Program Planning Handbook.
Registration Dates w/ Counselor:
- 11th Grade- February 2nd-17th
- 10th Grade- February 22nd- March 3rd
- 9th Grade- March 9th- 18th
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FROM THE EDITOR
To submit an item, email it to the editor at whsupdate@gmail.com by 9:00 PM on the Thursday prior to the Sunday publication date. Provide a .jpg attachment for all pictures and graphics. Do NOT inbed images or graphics into word doc.
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