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Calendar
THIS WEEK
NEXT WEEK
- TUE, Feb 2: Community College Night for seniors & parents, 6-8 pm, PAC Café
- TUE, Feb 2: American Math Contest (AMC) for students at 1:30 pm
- THU, Feb 4: Parent Ed: "Mastering Difficult Conversations", 7pm, M-A PAC
- FRI, Feb 5: 9th grade parent coffee: "Sophomore Year," 8:30-10 am, PAC Café
UPCOMING
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Grade 10 and 11 students and parents are invited to attend College Admission Tests Information Night on Monday, Feb. 8, 2016 at 7:00 pm in the PAC. Bruce Reed, an expert on admissions testing and from Compass Education Group, will be presenting information on the SAT, ACT, and Subject Tests. This is an opportunity to learn more about these tests, their differences, sensible approaches to college admissions testing, and colleges' evolving policies around the use of test scores.
PSAT Scores are available now online at https://studentscores.collegeboard.org. Creating an account here should give you access to your scores and much more. If for some reason you are not able to log in, try refreshing the page and/or logging in and out (this may take a few times). If you log in and are not able to see your scores, select "Add Scores" and verify personal information to access your scores. Paper PSAT score reports will be distributed in your English classes within the next few weeks.
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Community College Night for Seniors and Parents
Tuesday, February 2, 2016, 6 to 8 pm, PAC Café
Join us for Community College Night and pizza on Tuesday, February 2, 2016, 6:00-8:00 pm at the PAC Cafeteria. PLEASE RSVP so that we can order enough pizza, drinks, etc. Enjoy pizza while learning about the application process, student life, career programs, and how to transfer to a 4-yr college. Colleges attending will include Cañada, College of San Mateo, Skyline, Foothill, and De Anza Colleges. Simultaneous interpretation in Spanish is available. For more details, please see the RSVP form. If you need to cancel, please contact mlnguyen@seq.org. ~ Mai Lien Nguyen, College & Career Counselor
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Mid-Year Transcript Requests
Due by Jan 30
Seniors must check their college application lists to see which of their colleges need mid-year reports. Many private colleges and out-of-state public colleges may require them. Seniors should then request mid-year reports from the Guidance Office using the Mid-Year Transcript Request form. Students should submit the completed form and $5 flat fee before January 30.
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Cash for College Workshop Help with CA Dream Act & FAFSA Applications
Tuesday, January 26, at 7:00 pm
Library Computer Lab
Seniors and their parents are invited to a Cash for College workshop on Tuesday, January 26, at 7:00 pm in the Library Computer Lab, where you can fill out the FAFSA or California Dream Act Application online with college financial aid experts in the room to help you.
Plan on bringing these documents to the workshop: - Student's and parent's Social Security Number (not required for Dream Act)
- Student's and parent's Alien Registration Number (if applicable)
- Student's and parents' most recent federal income tax returns, W-2s, and other records of money earned
- Student's and parents' bank statements and records of investments
- Student's and parents' records of untaxed income (if applicable)
- An FSA ID for student and parent (www.fafsa.gov to get FSA ID's)
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Learn About Next Year's Electives
Guidance counselors will be enrolling all juniors, sophomores, and freshmen in the next few weeks in their English classes. The students of Video Production developed NEW commercials for all of our entry level electives to help and you and your students choose the class that fits best with their interests. There are over 30 commercials for over 50 electives to choose from. Please take a moment to explore and enjoy this video compiling all the commercials made by M-A students. |
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Spring SAT Prep Classes
We are now accepting applications for the SAT review classes to prepare for the May 7 SAT exam. Both zero period and after school classes will be held in March and April. You will find the application and additional information here. We would like to receive all applications by February 17 to help in our planning. Send questions to gwhitnah@seq.org.
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Send a Rose Gram
This Valentine's Day, have a rose and personal note delivered your student/s and favorite M-A staff members during class! The profits go to the AVID program and help fund training, classroom supplies, and college field trips for AVID students.
Prices start at $3 per rose for the week of January 19. The week of January 25, roses are $4 each, and the week of February 1, the prices go up to $5 per rose. No matter when you order, for every five roses purchased, you get one more free.
To order roses, download and complete the form (one form per rose recipient please), then email it to Rachel Andres at randres@seq.org or deliver to Rachel Andres' mailbox. Hard copies of the form are also available in the front office. Payment can be mailed to Rachel Andres at 555 Middlefield Rd, Atherton, CA 94027 or dropped off in her mailbox.
AVID Rose Grams are a great way to surprise your student/s and favorite staff members for Valentine's Day. Thank you in advance for supporting Menlo-Atherton AVID! |
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Purchase a Yearbook Ad for Your Senior
If you would like to buy space for your senior in the yearbook, now is the time! It's a great way to show your support and pride and celebrate your student's successes and milestones. |
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WOMBAT Club Hosts Career Inspiring Speaker
On Tuesday, January 26, at lunch the student WOMBAT (Women of Medicine, Business, and Technology) Club hosts Margaret Foley-Mauvais speaking about her experience as a computer graphics designer. She is an art director with over 20 years of experience in the visual design and creation of console and mobile games including titles such as The "Lord of the Rings" trilogy and "The Godfather." She spent the last four years art directing social games at Zynga. Questions? Contact Cricket Gorey at wombat@menloathertonleadership.com.
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Last call for Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands
Still looking for travel plans for Summer 2016. Last call for an adventure of a lifetime to the Galápagos Islands and Ecuador. Visit our website for more info!
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Opportunity for Input on Common Core Math Materials
The Sequoia district adopted new, common core geometry materials last year. This year the district is reviewing options for Algebra I and Algebra II curriculum. On two different evenings, the district is providing the opportunity for parents to see the geometry materials currently in place and to provide input about the Algebra I and Algebra II materials.What: Opportunity to review materials and provide input When: Feb 8th or Feb 24th, 6:00-7:30 pm (parents can drop in anytime) Where: Birch Room at the District Office, 480 James Ave., Redwood City, CA 94062Staff will be present to assist you and answer any questions.
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Wanted!! Parent Volunteers for the Senior Fashion Show
If you're interested in helping with a super fun event, we would love to have you join our team. Please express interest to either Marcia Hakanson at marciahakanson@yahoo.com or Grayson Lane at grayson4lane@gmail.com. |
The PTA Needs You!
The PTA Nominating Committee is looking for candidates to serve on the M-A PTA Board during the 2016-17 school year. Being a member of the PTA Board is a great way to learn how M-A works, get to know teachers, and keep up-to-date with school activities. If you'd like to be a part of this dynamic and diverse board, let the committee know. If you know someone who would make a great addition to the board, please nominate them!
PTA board level positions for 2016-2017:
- PTA Co-Vice President - 3 year commitment (2 parents)
- Financial Secretary - 2 year commitment (accounting knowledge helpful, 1 parent)
- Recording Secretary - 1 year commitment (1 parent)
- Auditor - 1 year commitment (1 parent)
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From the Foundation for the Future |
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Don't Miss This Year's M-A Auction Kick-Off Party
ROCK N' ROAR!
Saturday, March 12, 6:30 to 11:30 pm
A night of unforgettable music and dancing at the Fox Forum in Redwood City.
This new, fun club setting is the perfect place to party...
where the music and company will rock you
and the live auction will make you roar!
Get Your Tickets at
M-A's Rock n' Roar Auction 2016
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Please donate online today - don't wait!
If you have already made your gift, thank you!
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Mastering Difficult Conversations with Your Teen
An evening with Eran Magen, PhD
Thursday, February 4, 2016, 7-8:30 pm
M-A Performing Arts Center (PAC)
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.
Simultaneous Spanish interpretation will be available. M-A Parent Education Series events are free, sponsored by the M-A PTA, the Sequoia Healthcare District, and the Sequoia Union High School District. This event is open to parents, faculty/staff, and community members. Questions? Contact Charlene Margot, M.A., Founding Director, at cmargot@csmconsulting.net or 650-868-0590. For Spanish, contact Lilly Quiñonez, Parent Center Coordinator, at 650-322-5311 ext. 5255.
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SEQUOIA PARENT EDUCATION SERIES
Finding the Right Fit - A Conversation about the College Search
with Maria Furtado, Executive Director, Colleges That Change Lives (CTCL)
Thursday, February 18, 2016, 7-8:30 pm
Carrington Hall, Sequoia High School
1201 Brewster Avenue, Redwood City
Join Maria Furtado, Executive Director of Colleges That Change Lives, for a conversation about helping your student find the "right fit" for college. Colleges That Change Lives, Inc. (CTCL) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement and support of a student-centered college search process. CTCL supports the goal of each student finding a college that develops a lifelong love of learning and provides the foundation for a successful and fulfilling life beyond college.
Parents, students, faculty/staff and community members welcome! Free admission. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation will be available. Questions? Contact Charlene Margot, M.A., Founding Director, at cmargot@csmconsulting.net or 650-868-0590. For Spanish, contact Mayela Ramirez, Parent Center Coordinator, 650-369-1411 ext. 63105.
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CARLMONT PARENT EDUCATION SERIES
Distracted Driving Workshop
with Kelly Browning, PhD, Executive Director, and Leanna Clegg, Education Outreach Coordinator, Impact Teen Drivers (California Highway Patrol)
Wednesday, February 17, 2016, 7-9 pm
Carlmont High School, Performing Arts Center (PAC)
Automobile collisions are the leading cause of death for our nation's teens. The overwhelming majority of these crashes are caused by inexperience or distractions-not "thrill-seeking" or deliberate risk-taking. Teens drivers are at the highest risk: the crash rate for 16 years olds is four times that of adults. In this workshop, you will learn:
- Strategies to keep your teens safe on the road
- Graduated Drivers Licensing (GDL) laws
- The Rules of the Road for teen drivers
- How YOU can stop the #1 killer of teens in America--reckless and distracted driving
Parents, students, faculty/staff, and community members welcome! Spanish interpretation will be available. Free admission. Questions? Contact Charlene Margot, M.A., Director, at cmargot@csmconsulting.net or 650-868-0590.
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#1TEAM #1COMMUNITY
MENLO-ATHERTON 11TH ANNUAL BIG BEAR RUN 2016!
Join our families, neighbors, students and athletes on Sunday, May 1, 2015 at 9 am sharp!
Every year MA Boosters grants over $110,000 to fund the basic needs of teams with support to all our committed student-athletes. This effort ensures that our diverse student body is provided an excellent education in and out of the classroom. Without this support, the continuity of these enriching athletic programs will be compromised.
BECOME A SPONSOR AND #GET ON THE SHIRT 2016
Please join the Boosters and go to m-aboosters.org to make a donation and become a 11th Annual Big Bear Run Sponsor. We are currently looking for corporate and family sponsors. Details on the sponsorship levels are outlined on the website or on the sponsorship form.
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Tryouts for Boys Volleyball
Anyone interested in playing boys volleyball this spring should attend an informational meeting this Tuesday, January 26 during lunch in room D14. Meet the coaches and find out about tryouts, practices, and the game schedule. There will also be one last open gym this Friday, January 29 from 4 pm - 6 pm (Ayers Gym) before tryouts on Monday, February 1. Anyone interested in trying out needs to fill out our online registration form for volleyball tryouts. In addition, winter athletes must also contact Coach Ron Whitmill no later than Sunday, January 31 at maboysvolleyball@gmail.com. |
Wrestling
Last Thursday, the Menlo-Atherton wrestling team competed in a dual meet against Oceana, the 2014 Ocean division champions and top ranked wrestling program in our division. Sophomore Sal Ruiz (154 lbs) and senior David Sobek (172) both earned 6 points for the team with their pins. Freshmen RicAnthony Gold (128) earned 4 points for the team with a major decision by defeating his opponent by over 8 points. Maxim Sokolov (108), Julian Garza (122), and Aidan McKay (134) all earned 3 points for the team by minor decision victories. It is noteworthy to mention Gold, Sokolov, Garza, and McKay all competed for full matches at six minutes. The team gave up 3 pins, a minor decision and a forfeit totaling 27 points, but we also collected 3 forfeits: Niko Ozden (184), Abby Ericson (195), Ben Makoni (Heavy Weight). Of the M-A varsity squad only one who wrestled (Ruiz) was a 2nd year wrestler with all others either freshmen or first-year wrestlers. The team defeated the competition 43 to 27 and advances with a 2-1 league record. Next week the team wrestles Burlingame and South San Francisco. During the girls meet Oceana had 3 competitors. Nicol Garcia earned a minor decision for 3 points and Paola Ramirez closed the night with a pin for 6 points!
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Boys Varsity Soccer
On Wednesday, the team defeated Burlingame 3-2 with the winning goal scored by Ethan Oro. The other two goals were scored by Nick Jandeleit and Oro.
On Friday, the team lead Aragon 2-0 at the half and held on for the win. The first goal was scored off a Quinn Rowland direct kick that was redirected by Oro but blocked by the goalie and finally followed up by Jean Claverie. Oro capitalized on a careless pass from the Aragon defender to challenge the goalie one-on-one and score the second goal. Now the Bears are 5-1 in league. Next up -- Carlmont HS (the other top-ranked team in league) on Wednesday January 27 at home. Come out to cheer them on! |
Girls Varsity Soccer
On Tuesday, the team beat Hillsdale 2-1 at Menlo-Atherton. The Bears started out strong with numerous shots on goal by the offensive line Josephine Cotto, Katie Gueniin and Talia Missan. Kasey Love sent a great cross over to Cotto but just missed the goal box. With 4 minutes remaining in half, Guenin shot it in for the first goal for M-A with an assist by defender Love. In the second half, M-A continued to have several strong shots on the goal and great saves by the M-A goalie Breanna Sandoval. With 36 minutes remaining to play, Sarah McLeod kicked it over the keepers head to Guenin who shot it in for the final goal for M-A! The Bears drive and intensity were highlighted with over 14 shots on goal by M-A, vs. 4 by Hillsdale. Menlo-Atherton stands at 3-1-1 in league play and 5-3-1 overall.
On Thursday, the team beat Half Moon Bay with a 7-0 win. The Bears dominated the Cougars early in the first half, with excellent passing in the mid-field from juniors Nicole Salz, Alissa McNerney, and Margaret Child, but they couldn't overcome the many offside calls to score. Strong defensive work by seniors Jaya Blanchard and Love, juniors Ali Sivilotti and Allison Galbraith, and freshman Elizabeth Young kept the score at 0-0 at the half. The Bears were on fire in the second half with four goals in rapid succession in the first 15 minutes! Sivilotti opened the storm door with a corner kick by Salz, which Sivilotti headed into the net. This was followed by a cross by junior Cotto to junior Guenin for header goal number two. Minutes later, Salz sent the ball to Cotto who passed to senior Missan for the goal. A line drive by senior midfielder Mcleod Missan resulted in the assist to Guenin for goal number four. The Bears spread the wealth with goal five following a pass from senior Julia Moreton to freshman Lauren Collinsworth who tapped the ball into the net. Following a nice run by Child up the field, Moreton passed to McCleod who fired in goal number six. The final goal of the night was by Love, who had moved to offense and dribbled the ball up the field to make the shot. Goalkeeper Sandoval had few shots to field but did so very ably. The M-A Bears record improves to 4-1-1 in the league and 6-3-1 overall.
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Girls Varsity Basketball
Last week the Bears continued their their demolition of PAL opponents as they pushed their winning streak to 11 games. In a much anticipated game on Wednesday between two undefeated PAL South co-leaders, M-A defeated Mills 61-38. The Bears led the entire game pushing their lead to 35 points mid-way through the fourth quarter. Mele Kailahi, Ofa Sili, Carly McLanahan and Ilana Baer all scored in double figures for the Bears. Megan Sparrow added 8 points and three steals as M-A limited Mills to 21 points in the first three quarters. The Mercury News called the game "a clear statement to the PAL."
On Friday night the girls defeated Woodside 51-23. The Bears' jumped out to a 20-5 first quarter lead on 10 points from Sili and Greer Hoyem. Sili had 14 points and 7 rebounds on the night. Hoyem had 12 points and three assists. The Wildcats rallied back in the second quarter by hitting a pair of 3 pointers, but that was the end of their highlights. In the third the Bears defense stepped up and held the Wildcats scoreless while Sparrow added five points. Eight Bears scored including Natasha Auer, Sally Carlson, Erica Fisher, Kailahi and McLanahan. The Bears return to action on Wednesday, January 27 when they host Aragon at 5:30 PM and then travel to Sequoia for a 6:15 PM game on Friday.
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Boys Varsity Basketball
In a non-league game on the Martin Luther King holiday, Menlo-Atherton High School used a balanced scoring effort to defeat Castlemont High 70-47. Six M-A players scored at least 8 points in the win. Raymond Fowler led the Bears with 12 points and 4 boards. Christian Fioretti had 11 points, 7 assists and 5 rebounds. Blake Henry chipped in 10 points and 6 boards. Lucas Fioretti had 9 points and 6 steals while Eric Norton also had 9 points and 5 rebounds. Kai Winterling had 8 points and Will Perrone added 6 points and 4 rebounds. Tim Andersen added 3 points and Reed Fratt had 2 points.
After a MLK holiday game vs Castlemont, Menlo-Atherton Bears overcame a scrappy Mills team to win 60-39 in a PAL matchup. The Vikings led after one period 12-9 but M-A's defense clamped down on Mills with a full court press and the Bears outscored the Vikings 26-12 to lead 35-24 at half. In the second half, M-A extended the lead to 52-33 after 3 quarters and maintained the lead to end the game. For the game, Lucas Fioretti, Winterling and Norton each had 15 points for the Bears. Norton had 5 boards and 4 steals and Lucas Fioretti had 3 steals Fowler had 5 points and 7 boards. Christian Fioretti had 7 assists and 5 boards for the Bears. Henry had 6 rebounds and 4 points and Andersen had 3.
On Friday night, the 5-0 Menlo-Atherton Bears met their rival 3-2 Woodside Wildcats in a PAL matchup at M-A. M-A raced out to a 20-6 lead after one quarter using strong defense and a fast-paced offense. Both teams played evenly in the second half but Woodside couldn't chip away at M-A's lead and the Bears won 61-38. Henry led M-A with 18 points and 6 boards. Norton had 10 points and 6 steals while Christian Fioretti had 8 points and 3 assists. Kailen Kirshner and Bradly Stillman each had 6 points. Lucas Fioretti has 4 steals and 3 assists. Winterling had 5 points and Fratt had 5 boards and 4 points. Fowler had 5 rebounds for the Bears. For the season, M-A is 15-2 and 6-0 in the PAL.
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Boys JV Basketball
The Bears continued the 2016 portion of their season with three blowout wins, a squeaker and their first loss of this year. M-A narrowly lost to a ready San Mateo team. Despite Jeff Keare's 13 point 2nd quarter and 17 total, San Mateo matched our offense with their own able shooting. Of significant note was Colin Shen's 9 point contribution (3-3s!), Will Beasley with 7 and a handful of rebounds, James Beckwith leading the floor attack and tossing in 5. Final score, M-A 44 to San Mateo 48. The Squad came back strong with an easy win at Carlmont (scoring notes unavailable), followed by another big win against east bay visitor Castlemont. In a game with their most balanced team scoring effort yet, big men Dean Fratt and Ingold Faleofa led the team with 9 points each, with help from Troy Sweetnam with 6 (2- 3s!), followed by Miles Conrad, Beasley, Jhavante Hill, bringing 5 apiece to the party, Beckwith, Spencer Corona and Demetri Sakalia rounding up 12 between them. Final score M-A 58 to Castlemont 32. In their most exciting game to date, the Bears pulled out a huge win after battling in a 32 minute game where neither team was ever ahead by more than 5. Hill was a monster on the court leading the bears on offense with 12 and ridiculously good defense. As Coach Carson searched for a rotation that could score and defend (Mills had MADE 15 3s in their previous game) the Bears defenders locked down on the Mills shooters for a total of 4 made 3s. Beasley willed his way to 10 crucial points and numerous boards, while Colin Shen hit two 3s at the perfect moments, and Corona, making two buckets when the game was slipping away, also created with 15 seconds to play, the final Mills turnover which led to the winning Bears bucket. It was a true "barn burner!" Final score M-A 37 to Mills 36. Finally, playing their arch rival Woodside, the team played their most complete game of the year. The Boys' defense locked down from the tip and was relentless throughout the game, leading to 20+ Woodside turnovers. The entire team saw significant playing time and the soring reflected that approach and the team dominance in this game. Scoring was balanced with Corona leading with 10, Hill 7, Chris Lobdell schooling some of his former team mates with 5 and several steals, and Fratt, Beasley, Faleofa, and Sakalia with 4 each. Final score M-A 53 to Woodside 24. Next game Wed, Jan 27 at Aragon. |
Boys Freshman Basketball
The M-A boys freshman basketball team continued their winning ways for the four games from January 12-20, with wins against Los Altos, San Mateo, Carlmont, and Mills. The team is now off to a 15-1 start (6-0 league) for the season. In the game versus Los Altos, M-A built an early 18-4 lead in the first quarter and cruised from there to win with a final score of 54-32. Team highlights included 26 rebounds and 14 steals. Nate Lepulu led the way with 12 points and 9 rebounds, followed closely by Sydney Laeppaga with 11 points. Other significant contributors included Anthony Marini and Danny Heimuli with 8 points each. In the next game versus San Mateo, M-A again started fast, leading 14-4 after the first quarter, and built on that lead throughout the game to win with a final score of 54-33. Nils Glader led the team with 14 points, followed by Heimuli with 11 points and 6 rebounds, and David Kelmar with 8 points. Unlike most of the other games this season, the next game versus Carlmont was a thriller. M-A started slow, trailing at half-time by 5 points (16-11), but surprised Carlmont with a quick seven unanswered points to open the second half, and then held on to the very end to win 39-35. Key contributors were Heimuli with 12 points, and Kelmar with 11 points, 5 rebounds, 3 steals, and 2 assists. The team also made 8 of 11 free throws which may have been the difference in the game. Finally, in the game versus Mills, M-A cruised from the very start of the game and won with a final score of 41-17. Team highlights included 28 rebounds and making 4 of 7 from beyond the arc. High scorer for the game was Lucas Olson with 9 points, followed closely by Heimuli with 8 points and 6 rebounds. |
Girls JV Basketball
The JV Girls Basketball team won their ninth straight game this week. Wednesday, against Mills High School, the Bears dominated with a 46-14 win. Makenzie Hazard led the team with 14 points, followed by Emilie Mueller with 11. M-A's defense limited their opponent to under 15 points, which was a team goal. Ashley Tiznado contributed 7 points, Maddie King and Lottie Plewman scored 6 points each and Emily Roberts scored 2 points.
On Friday, the Bears played against Woodside High School and maintained a healthy lead the entire game. Our top scorers were Hazard and King with 13 points each, followed by Plewman with 12 points. Tiznado contributed 7 points and Ellie Kennedy scored 2 points. Another strong defensive performance prevented Woodside from gaining any ground on our 47-22 victory.
The JV Girls are 6-0 in the PAL league and are averaging 46.5 points per game. The Bears will be home on Wednesday hosting Aragon High School at 4:00 p.m. On Friday, they will be at Sequoia High School with a 3:15 pm tip off.
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Teen Night: Valentine Cards & Crafts
February 5
The Menlo Park Library's after-hours Teen Night on February 5 will feature snacks, games, and supplies for Valentine-inspired crafts. The event is free, thanks to the Friends of the Menlo Park Library, and will take place at 6:30 on Friday, February 5, in the Menlo Park Library's downstairs program room 800 Alma Street. Preregistration is required. For more information on this event, visit menlopark.org/library, or phone 650-330-2501. |
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Nicaragua Summer Exchange Program
Is your student looking for an opportunity to improve his/her Spanish? We're on a mission to make Spanish fluency affordable, authentic and impactful. The Nicaragua Summer Exchange and the University of Leon have partnered to offer a dynamic high school summer experience in colonial Granada and Leon. Better than a student tour -- gain a lifetime of skills in Latin America's only high school summer exchange. This program allows students to immerse themselves in the culture and language of Nicaragua while spending time in the quaint colonial city of Granada. Many students from this area have taken part in this program which also includes family stays and a community service component. We offer AP Spanish support, and gap year without program fees, internships and college credit. Want to learn more? Visit www.highschoolspanish.org. Come learn more about the program: January 27, 2016, 7 to 8:30 pm, Library, Henry M. Gunn High School. January 28 and February 4, 2016, 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm, Redwood City, Downtown Library Meeting room, 1044 Middlefield Rd, RWC. |
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M-A PTA BearNotes en Español
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Calendario
ESTA SEMANA
PROXIMA SEMANA
- MAR, 2 de febrero: Noche de la universidad comunitaria, seniors y padres, 6-8 pm, cafetería del PAC
- MAR, 2 de febrero: Concurso del American Math (AMC) para estudiantes, 1:30 pm
- JUE, 4 de febrero: Serie educativa: "Domine conversaciones difíciles", 7pm, M-A PAC
- VIER, 5 de febrero: Café con padres del grado 9: "Año Sophomore," 8:30-10 am, PAC Café
PROXIMAMENTE
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Estimados padres y alumnos de los grados 10 y 11
Los estudiantes de Grados 10 y 11 y sus padres están invitados a asistir a La Noche de Información sobre Las Pruebas de Admisión a la Universidad el lunes 8 de Febrero 2016 a las 7 pm en el teatro del PAC. Bruce Reed, un experto en pruebas de admission y de Compass Education Group, presentará información relevante relacionada con el SAT, ACT asi como las Pruebas de Asignaturas. Esta es, sin duda, una excelente oportunidad para conocer más sobre las pruebas de Admisión a la Universidad, sus diferencias, idoneidad de los enfoques y evolución de las políticas de las universidades en el uso del puntaje de dichas pruebas.
Los puntajes del PSAT están ya disponibles en línea en https://studentscores.collegeboard.org. Si creas una cuenta aquí, puedes acceder a tus calificaciones y mucho más. Si por alguna razón no puedes conectarte, intenta actualizar/refrescar la página o inicia y termina la sesión (realiza varios intentos). Si al iniciar la sesión no te es posible ver tus calificaciones, selecciona "Agregar puntajes" y verifica la información personal para acceder a tus resultados. Los Informes en papel con los resultados del PSAT se distribuirán en las clases de inglés durante las próximas semanas.
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Los estudiantes del doceavo grado deben revisar sus listas de solicitudes para las universidades y ver cuáles universidades necesitan reportes "mid-year" - muchas universidades privadas y fuera del estado de California pueden requerirlos. Los estudiantes del doceavo grado, entonces, deben solicitar reportes "mid-year" de la oficina de consejería usando el formulario "Mid-Year Transcript Request." Los estudiantes deben entregar el formulario completo y $5 antes del 30 de enero del 2016. Los estudiantes del doceavo grado y sus padres también están invitados a asistir a un taller de "Cash for College" el 26 de enero del 2016 a las 7:00 de la noche en el laboratorio de computadoras en la biblioteca de la escuela, donde ustedes podrán completar la solicitud FAFSA o la solicitud "California Dream Act" en el "internet" con el apoyo inmediato de expertos en ayuda financiera allí presentes. Planifique para traer los siguientes documentos al taller: -
Número de seguro social del estudiante y de los padres (no se requiere para el Dream Act)
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Número de registro extranjero del estudiante y de los padres (si corresponde a la situación del estudiante y los padres)
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Los formularios de impuestos federales más recientes, formularios W-2, y otros comprobantes de dinero ganado por el estudiante y los padres
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Estados de cuenta del banco y cuenta de inversiones del estudiante y los padres
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Registro o comprobante de ingreso que está libre de impuestos, del estudiante y los padres (si corresponde a la situación del estudiante y los padres)
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La identificación FSA para firmar electrónicamente para el estudiante y padres (visite www.fafsa.gov para obtener la identificación FSA)
~ La Oficina de Consejería
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Noche de La Universidad Comunitaria
El martes 2 de febrero de 2016, 6:00 a 8:00
Cafetería del PAC
Acompáñenos en la Noche de la Universidad Comunitaria con pizza, el próximo martes 2 de febrero, de 6:00 a 8:00 de la tarde en la Cafetería del PAC. POR FAVOR RESERVE SITIO o RSVP para que podamos tener suficiente pizza, bebidas, etc. Mientras disfruta de la pizza podrá informarse del proceso de solicitud, la vida estudiantil, los programas de carrera y de cómo transferirse a una universidad de 4 años. Las Universidades que han confirmado asistencia son Cañada, Universidad de San Mateo, Skyline, Foothill y De Anza. Habrá interpretación simultánea en español. Para mayor información, consulte el formulario RSVP . Si precisara cancelar, contactese por favor con mlnguyen@seq.org.
~ Mai Lien Nguyen, College & Career Counselor
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De Parte de la Administración
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El jueves 18 y el viernes 19 de febrero del 2016
Unicamente durante el receso de almuerzo en el lobby del PAC
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Clases de Repaso de Primavera para el SAT
Ya estamos aceptando solicitudes para las clases de repaso para el examen SAT del 7 de Mayo del 2016. Tanto las clases del periodo 0 como las de después de escuela se llevaran acabo en marzo y abril. Encuentre la solicitud e información adicional aqui. Nos gustaría recibír todas las solicitudes antes del 17 de febrero para facilitar nuestra planeación. Mande sus preguntas a gwhitnah@seq.org.
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¡Ya están a la venta los anuncios en el anuario (yearbook) para seniors!
Si quisiera comprar espacio para su Senior en el anuario (yearbook), ¡este es el momento! Es una muy buena manera de mostrarse orgulloso, apoyar y celebrar los logros de su estudiante. Para comprar un anuncio, por favor vaya a www.jostens.com/yearbookads a más tardar el 5 de febrero. No se aceptarán compras después de esta fecha.
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Oportunidad para el aporte de los padres
MATERIALES DE MATEMÁTICAS COMMON CORE DEL DISTRITO ESCOLAR DE SEQUOIA
El distrito de Sequoia adoptó nuevos materiales de geometría common core el año pasado. Este año, el distrito está revisando opciones para el plan de estudios de Álgebra I y Álgebra II. En dos noches diferentes, el distrito está proporcionando la oportunidad para que los padres puedan ver los materiales de geometría en existencia y proporcionar su aporte sobre las materias de Álgebra I y Álgebra II.
Qué: La oportunidad de revisar el material y proporcionar su aporte
Cuándo: 8 de Febrero o 24 de Febrero, 6:00-7:30 pm (los padres pueden llegar en cualquier momento entre las 6:00 y las 7:30 pm)
Dónde: Sala Birch en la oficina del distrito, 480 James Ave., Redwood City, CA 94062
Habrá personal presente para ayudarle y contestar cualquier pregunta.
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¡Un llamado a todos los Seniors!
¡Marquen sus calendarios desde ya con el Espectáculo de la Moda de M-A del 2016 protagonizado por ustedes. . . La clase de los estudiantes Senior! El Espectáculo de la Moda del 2016 ha sido establecido para el sábado 10 de marzo. Pónganlo en sus calendarios ya mismo.
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Series Educativas para Padres de Familia
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SERIES EDUCATIVAS PARA PADRES DE M-A
"Domine conversaciones difíciles con su adolescente"
con Eran Magen, PhD,
Center for Supportive Relationships (Centro para relaciones de apoyo).
Jueves 4 de febrero del 2016. 7:00 a 8:30 pm
Teatro Multiusos de M-A (PAC)
Menlo- Atherton High School
Tratar de ofrecer apoyo a su adolescente cuando parece alterado o estresado puede hacerlo sentir a usted como si estuviera caminando de puntillas en un campo minado. En este taller interactivo de 90 minutos, usted aprenderá a ofrecer su apoyo emocional de manera cómoda y efectiva cuando su asolescente esté experimentando emociones fuertes como el estrés, la frustración, la ansiedad o la rabia. Usted aprenderá el cómo responder de una manera que ayude a su estudiante a sentirse mejor y a pensar más claramente a medida que se fortalece la relación entre ustedes.
Eran Magen, PhD., es el fundador y director científico del Center for Supportive Relationships, que provee entrenamiento en habilidades relacionales a distritos escolares, instituciones de educación superior, profesionales de la salud y corporaciones privadas. El Dr. Magen recibió su Master en educación y Doctorado en psicología de la Universidad de Stanford.
Se proveerá traducción simultánea al español.
Las Series Educativas para Padres de M-A son gratis y patrocinadas por la PTA de M-A, el Sequoia Healthcare District, y el Sequoia Union High School District.
¿Preguntas? Contacte a Charlene Margot, M.A., Directora Fundadora, Series Educativas para Padres en cmargot@csmconsulting.net o al (650) 868-0590. Para Español, contacte a Lilly Quiñonez, Coordinadora del Centro para Padres al (650) 322-5311 Ext. 5255
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Pruebas de voleibol para muchachos
Quien esté interesado en jugar voleibol para muchachos esta primavera debe asistir a una reunión informal este martes 26 de enero durante el almuerzo en el salón D14. Conozca a los entrenadores y entérese acerca de las pruebas, los entrenamientos y el horario de los partidos. También habrá un último "gimnasio abierto" este viernes 29 de enero de las 4 pm a las 6 pm (Ayers Gym) antes de las pruebas el lunes primero de febrero. Cualquier interesado en hacer las pruebas tiene que llenar nuestro formulario electrónico para las pruebas de voleibol. Adicionalmente, los deportistas de la temporada de invierno deben contactar al entrenador Ron Whitmill a más tardar este domingo 31 de enero en maboysvolleyball@gmail.com. |
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Eventos en la Biblioteca de Menlo Park
Clubes de conversación en Inglés - (todos los miércoles)
Los clubes de conversación en inglés del Proyecto de Lectura ofrecen a las personas que están aprendiendo inglés la oportunidad de practicar las habilidades lingüísticas de escuchar y hablar en un ambiente que les brinda apoyo y seguridad. Los participantes de este evento semanal obtienen una mejor comprensión de las respectivas culturas a la vez que adquieren fluidez lingüística. Los clubes se reunen los miércoles a las 10:15 de la mañana en el salón de conferencias del Gymnasio Arillaga Family localizado en la dirección 600 Alma Street, menlo Prak, y a las 5:00 pm en el salón de reuniones del piso de abajo de la Biblioteca de Menlo Park en el 800 Alma Street. Para más información referente a los programas del Proyecto de Lectura de la Biblioteca de Menlo Park visite projectreadmenlopark.org, o llame por teléfono al 650-330-2525. |
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