Below is the Woodside High School newsletter for parents, staff, and community members.
 Woodside Weekly PTSA Update
February 19, 2017
CALENDAR

THIS WEEK
NEXT
  • Wed, Mar. 1: Music Boosters, Band Room, 7 PM
  • Wed, Mar. 1: March into College Juniors & Parents, MUR, 7 PM
  • Thu, Mar. 2: Open House - Food Trucks, then Classroom visits follow, all parents welcome, 5:30 PM
  • Fri, Mar. 3: Minimum Day
UPCOMING
  • Mon, Mar. 6: PTSA Meeting, 7 PM, MUR and MUR Conference Room
  • Fri, Mar. 10: Musical "Anything Goes", 8 PM, PAC
     
  • Sat, Mar. 11: Musical "Anything Goes", 8 PM, PAC
  • Sun, Mar 12: Musical "Anything Goes", 2 PM, PAC
School News
 
Cash for College Workshop
Wednesday, February 22, 7 PM, library
There will be financial aid experts there to assist seniors and senior parents with the online FAFSA form and the California Dream Act. Both are due on March 2 and are very beneficial for community college students and four-year college students.  If possible, it's helpful to bring tax forms from last year. Hope you can make it Wednesday at 7:00pm in the library.

Advanced Placement Exams at WHS 
 
Now is the time of year when we prepare to order the Advanced Placement Exams for students in AP classes. The testing will be at Woodside High School in the first two weeks of May. 

Use the following link to sign up for AP Exams: http://bit.ly/APregistration2017
 
The AP students and their teachers have been working hard since school began to prepare for these tests and will continue to work and review with the expectation that all students will take the tests. The teachers will be expecting all students to review, study, practice, and prepare, and many teachers give practice AP exams that count substantially toward all students' semester grades (including those who will not be sitting for the official exams).
 
The cost for each AP exam is $98. 
Reduced fees are automatically available for students who have qualified for free or reduced lunch. We also hope to provide some financial assistance for other students who need it. Please contact Susan Garcia (367-9750. Ext. 40050) for questions about fee reductions and payment. 
In order to meet the ordering deadlines, all AP students must make payment arrangements by Monday, February 27, 2017. Payments are made in the Treasurer's Office OR by credit card using Infinite Campus.
 
Students who do not sign up and make payment arrangements for AP tests will not get the opportunity to take the tests. No extra tests will be ordered. 
 
We are also willing to order and administer Advanced Placement tests to students who are not enrolled in the corresponding courses (including AP exams for courses that we do not offer). 
 
Woodside High School Community Hall of Fame Nominations
 
The Woodside High School Community Hall of Fame was organized for the 50th anniversary of WHS in 2008-9 to recognize alumni, staff, and/or community members who exemplified or demonstrated the following:
* Leadership and peer recognition
* High level of morality/ethics/integrity
* Entrepreneurial talent or experience at Woodside High School
* Positive contributions to society, Woodside High School, and/or the community
* Overcoming obstacles
Our hope is that the inductees will serve as an inspiration for generations of Woodside students, staff, and community members.
 
Click here for the nomination form.
 
The deadline for all nominations is this Friday, February 24, 2017.
 
The induction ceremony will be held on Wednesday, April 26, 2017, 7 PM, as part of the Unsung Heroes Award Night in the Woodside High School PAC.

March into College for the Class of 2018

This workshop series is designed for juniors and parents. Each night focuses on one aspect of the college process.  The March Into College series is in its ninth year, and it's been so successful because it truly prepares students for all of the upcoming application work and gives them the smart early start that keeps the stress level low.  College is the adventure of a lifetime., and it begins now!

Wednesday, March 1: Finding a Fit & Creating a Logical List, 7 PM in the MUR
Wednesday, March 8: Thinking Like an Admissions Officer, 7 PM in the library
Wednesday, March 15: Getting to Know 3 Applications: Common App, UC, CSU, 7 PM in the MUR
Wednesday, March 22: College Money Matters & Smart Summer Ideas, 7 PM in the MUR
PTSAParent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) News
PTSA Board Vacant Positions for 2017-2018 

The Woodside PTSA Board has open positions in the fall. We have a number of positions which are terming out and parents who have kids who are graduating. We are looking for parents to fill the following positions:

Apples for Teachers 
The PTSA Grant Coordinator works during a set period each year to approve mini-grants to teachers and counselors. 

Communications 
The PTSA Communications coordinator is responsible for all online content: PTSA website, coordinating information for the weekly school email and for bi-monthy Communicat and maintaining all web hosting, domain name, social media & email accounts.  

Historian 
The PTSA Historian collects the volunteer hours for PTSA meetings and events. Prepares an annual Historian report. 

Membership Chair 
Implements annual membership campaign, collects dues and maintains a list of members (more work in Fall.) 

Parliamentarian  
The PTSA Parliamentarian assists with parliamentary procedure at all meetings. Gives instruction about nominating committee. Reviews bylaws annually.  

President 
The PTSA President is the presiding officer and main point of contact for the association. S/he works towards goals set by members, establishing annual budget and calendar. 

Secretary 
The PTSA Secretary keeps an accurate and concise record of all the proceedings of all meetings. S/he submits copies of previous meeting minutes for review at next meeting.  

Treasurer 
The PTSA Treasurer keeps records and prepares reports to comply with local, state and federal laws. S/he pays by check all bills authorized by association/board. Submits a report at each meeting which includes balances, receipts, and disbursements against the budgets.  

Vice President 
The PTSA Vice President serves in the absence of the president. S/he serves as program chair liaison for Parent Education and Unsung Heroes programs.

Class of 2017

ADVANCE tickets on sale for Grad Night 2017!

Now is the time to purchase advance tickets for Grad Night 2017 before the other "to-do's" for graduation coming rolling in. Tickets are currently $75 and will increase in the coming months. You can purchase tickets with check or cash via mail or drop off.
 
Grad Night, also known as Safe & Sober Grad Night, is a Woodside High School tradition for all graduating seniors. This all-night party is a once-in-a-lifetime experience where seniors get to celebrate with their class one last time.
 
Woodside's Grad Night Party will be held on Friday, June 9th, 2017. We have a great venue, and hours of entertainment planned throughout the evening.  G
For more information, to find order forms and parent release forms, visit www.whsgradnight2017.com. Order forms can also be found in room D7 or in the guidance office.
 
Financial assistance is always available with the purchase of tickets. Please have your student visit the counseling office for more information and to purchase tickets.
Foundation News

 

Don't miss the deadline of February 27th to donate to the Woodside High School Spring Auction!

Donate an item, service, gift certificate, party, vacation home..... 

Click here to donate an item.
 
Sponsor our auction and be recognized on the auction website, in the auction catalog, and our Annual Report!

Platinum Level - $5,000 - receive six complimentary tickets!
Gold Level - $2,500 - receive four complimentary tickets!
Silver Level - $1,000 - receive two complimentary tickets!
Bronze Level - $500
Orange Level - $250

Click here to sponsor (you will need to create an account with RSA.)
Music Boosters Newsmusic
 

The Woodside HS Music Boosters is hosting our annual Dinner Concert this Friday, February 24.  The event will be in the New Gym which will be decorated to match this year's theme "Wildcats in Space."   It should prove to be a great evening with wonderful catered food, specialty cupcake dessert, a drawing for great prizes, and music, music, music performed by our Concert Band, String Orchestra, and Jazz Ensembles.  You can order your tickets now by contacting our Booster President, Eric Nodine, at evnodine@comcast.net.  Be sure to order ahead of time as prices go up at the door and this event frequently sells out.

See you there!
Drama Boosters NewsABO
 
Production preparations for the Spring Musical "Anything Goes" are in full swing. Rehearsals are taking place every day, lines, songs, and dance steps are being memorized and perfected, sets and backdrops are nearly ready, costumes and props are being collected or created, sound and light cues are being set, and the program is being designed. If you haven't already done so, you can purchase your tickets for all performances by going to the Drama Booster website and right on the home page is a link to "Buy Tickets". The shows are March 10, 11, 17, and 18 at 8:00 pm and March 12 at 2:00 pm. Adults are $20, Seniors (65+) are $15, and Students are $10. 

Our monthly meeting will be this Wednesday, Feb 22, at 7:00 pm in the Wildcat Room in the Administration building. Come find your place of supporting the Drama Department at Woodside High School. There's no greater feeling than watching an amazing show and having a sense of "...and I helped!" Come join the fun! 
Athletic Booster Organization (ABO) NewsABO
 
Spring Sports Parent-Team Meetings:  Happening NOW!
Hard to believe, but we are already into practices for the Spring season. Parents, please REGISTER your family account on the ABO website at www.woodsideathletics.org so we can be efficient and effective in building an even stronger athletics program here at Woodside! 

Distributions 
 
Just through the Winter Sport season, over $47k has been raised and distributed to the Athletics Department to benefit YOUR ATHLETES! 
Thanks for your support, and PLEASE, join us at the ABO meeting this Wednesday, January 15, in the MUR conference room. We'd love to get your input, and energy! 
Sport News and Events

This Week
 
Monday, Feb. 20
Boys Golf v Carlmont @ Crystal Springs G.C., 3 PM

Tuesday, Feb. 21
Softball (JV) vs. Mountain View (scrimmage), 1 PM
Softball (Varsity) vs. Mountain View (Scrimmage), 1 PM
Tennis (Boys) @ Aragon, 4 PM
Girls Lacrosse (Varsity) vs. Harker (Scrimmage), 5:30 PM

Thursday, Feb. 23 
Baseball (JV) vs. Menlo, 3:30 PM
Baseball (Varsity) @ Menlo, 3:30 PM
Tennis (Boys) vs. Mills, 4 PM 

Saturday, Feb. 25
Baseball (Varsity) vs. American HS, 11 AM
Baseball (JV) vs. American HS, 2 PM

Next Week

Monday, Feb. 27
Boys Golf vs. Hillsdale & Aragon @ Peninsula CC, 2:30 PM

Tuesday, Feb. 28
Softball (JV) @ Wilcox, 3:30 PM
Softball (Varsity) vs. Wilcox, 3:30 PM
Boys Tennis (Varsity) @ Hillsdale, 4 PM

Wednesday, Mar. 1
Softball (JV) vs. Homestead, 4 PM
Softball (Varsity) @ Homestead HS, 4 PM
Girls Lacrosse (Varsity) @ Burlingame, 5:30 PM
Girls Lacrosse (JV) @ Burlingame, 7 PM

Thursday, Mar. 2
Boys Golf vs. Menlo-Atherton @ Sharon Heights CC, 3 PM
Baseball vs. Menlo, 3:30 PM
Badminton vs. Terra Nova, 4 PM
Boys Tennis (Varsity) vs. San Mateo, 4 PM

Friday, Mar. 3
Baseball (JV) @ Aptos HS, 3:30 PM
Baseball (Varsity) vs. Aptos, 3:30 PM
Boys Tennis vs. Sacred-Heart Prep, 3:30 PM
Softball (JV) vs. Burlingame - PAL, 4 PM
Softball (Varsity) @ Burlingame (PAL Tourney), 4 PM
Girls Lacrosse (Varsity) vs. Sequoia, 5:30 PM

Saturday, Mar, 4
Baseball (Varsity) @ Gun, 11AM
Softball (JV) @ Hillsdale - PAL, 11 AM
Softball (Varsity) vs. Hillsdale (PAL Tourney), 11 AM
Baseball (JV) @ Gunn, 2 PM
Softball (JV) @ Terra Nova PAL, 2:30 PM
Softball (Varsity) vs. Terra Nova (PAL Tourney), 2:30 PM
Woodside Parent Education SeriesParentEd
 
"The Well-Balanced Student"
Challenge Success, Stanford Graduate School of Education
 
Thursday, February 23, 2017, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Woodside High School, MUR (Multi-Use Room)
199 Churchill Avenue, Woodside
 
For more information and to register go to: https://wellbalancedstudent2017whs.eventbrite.com

Woodside Parent Education Series events are sponsored by the Woodside PTSA, the Sequoia Healthcare District, and the Sequoia Union High School District.
 
Questions? Contact Charlene Margot, M.A., Director, The Parent Education Series, cmargot@csmconsulting.net. For Spanish, contact Maricela Lopez, Bilingual Parent Liaison, at (650) 367-7263 Ext. 45323.
Sequoia Union High School District News

The SUHSD Middle College program at Caņada College is accepting applications for fall 2017 semester.

Middle College is collaboration between SUHSD and Canada through this unique program student's earn both high school and college credits; enabling them to complete their high school degrees and earn college credit simultaneously. All classes are held at Caņada College.

Middle College is looking for juniors for the fall semester. Interested students should reach out to their counselor, find information by looking up Caņada Middle College and attend our Parent / Student information nights in January, February, and March.  All applications must be submitted by March 17th.

Canada College Website:
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