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Calendar
Fri, Oct 2
Junior Parent Network Meeting, 8 AM, Staff Lounge
Sophomore Parent Meeting, 8:30 AM, V-13
Football vs. Los Altos, FS 4:30 PM, Var 7 PM, Football Field
Mon-Thu, Oct 5-8
Alternate Schedule (see Calendar)
Mon, Oct 5
Photo Makeups, 12:30 PM, Spangenberg Lobby
Site Council Meeting, 4 PM, Staff Lounge (see Agenda)
Tue, Oct 6
Senior Parent Network Meeting, 7 PM, Staff Lounge
Wed, Oct 7
Positive Coaching Alliance Workshop, 7 PM, PE Classroom
Thu, Oct 8
PTSA Meeting, 8:30 AM, Staff Lounge
Prism Concert, 7:30 PM, Spangenberg
Fri, Oct 9
NO SCHOOL, Staff Development Day
Mon-Fri, Oct 12-16
Alternate Schedule (see Calendar)
Wed, Oct 14
Gunn Wind Ensemble, 7 PM, Spangenberg
Thu, Oct 15
YES! Stress Reduction Presentation, 7 PM, Library
For a complete calendar of all school events, go to the Gunn Calendar. For corrections or additions to the Calendar, contact Martha Elderon. |
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Junior Parent Network Meeting
Fri, Oct 2, 8-10 AM, Staff Lounge
We will be joined at 8:30 AM by Linda Kirsch and Leighton Lang from the College and Career Center who will go over information pertaining to Juniors. If you have any questions, please email Ani_Gnanalingam@hotmail.com or BarbaraBest@gmail.com.
Adjusted VTA RT 88 Schedule for Oct 5-8
2:55 PM dismissal: School trippers will depart Vets Hospital at 3:03 PM (88M), 3:05 PM (88L). An additional N/B 88 trip to Middlefield/Colorado will depart Vets Hospital at 3:07 PM.
Senior Parent Network Meerting
Tue, Oct 6, 7-8:30 PM, Staff Lounge
Linda Kirsch will be our guest to discuss in more details the college app process and ample time for Q&A.
Positive Coaching Alliance Workshop for Parents and Student-Athletes
Wed, Oct 7, 7 PM, PE Classroom
Parents play an important role in the development of youth athletes. To ensure a positive experience for the child, parents should recognize the part they play in making the season a success. The subject of a positive parent-coach partnership will be discussed at this Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA) Workshop.
Gunn Fall Instrumental Music Concert: "The Prism Concert"
Thu, Oct 8, 7:30-8:30 PM, Spangenberg
Free and open to the public; donations at the door appreciated. This unique concert is an hour-long musical presentation of many facets of the instrumental music program in PAUSD. It features the award winning Gunn Wind Ensemble and Gunn Orchestra along with many special guests! Joining us are the JLS Choir & Orchestra, Terman String Trio, Gunn Symphonic Band Trombone Choir & French Horn Trio, Gunn Concert Band Low Brass Choir, Clarinet Choir and Trumpet Quartet, as well as soloists from Gunn's music program.
Gizdich Pie FundraiserNow til Oct 15Support the Class of 2016 by purchasing delicious Gizdich Ranch Pies. The pies are made from local crops in Gizdich Ranch's own Watsonville farm kitchen and come to us frozen, complete with easy baking directions. Five varieties to choose from: Traditional Apple, Dutch Apple, Two Berry, Pumpkin and Apricot. Both the Dutch Apple and the Pumpkin pies are vegetarian (though not vegan). All proceeds benefit the Class of 2016 graduation activities. Eat locally and support our graduating seniors! Click here for more information and the order form. Sale ends October 15. Questions? Contact Christine Abraham at abraham.christine@gmail.com.
Gunn Homecoming Week is Oct 19-23
What is "Homecoming" and why is it important? Homecoming is a long-standing tradition at many American high schools and colleges. It is a celebration of the school community and is a chance for current students to develop "school spirit" and camaraderie. This year, Gunn has planned a very full week of events for Homecoming Week; see the complete list here. Gunn encourages all students to participate, even if it is just cheering for their class during the competition games, or helping to decorate their class float. For more information on Homecoming, go to "What Is Homecoming?" in the Gunn Connection Extra. GO TITANS!
Baby Ads 2016
Athletic Participation Donation: Let's Reach Our 100% Goal!
Congratulations Gunn Dance team for being the first fall team to reach the 100% goal! We have 13 fall teams left to reach the goal. If you have made your donation, thank you!! If not, please support Gunn Athletics and make your donation today! The Athletic Participation Donation is the sole income of the Athletic Department and covers the expenses so that our student/athletes can compete. The suggested donation amount is $175 (all donation amounts are accepted and appreciated) and you can donate on line at www.GunnSportsBoosters.com or by check payable to Gunn Sports Boosters. Questions, contact Jill Spain at spainsdj@comcast.net.
IN THE GUNN CONNECTION EXTRA:
What Is Homecoming?...read more.
Senior Class Fundraiser: Gizdich Ranch Pie Sale...read more.
Parent Ed Event: Suicide Prevention and Grieving...read more.
FROM THE PREVIOUS ISSUE:
Join the Gunn Team at Walk to End Alzheimer's
Sat, Oct 10, Registration starts at 8 AM, Event starts at 10 AM, San Jose Arena Green
For the first time, Gunn High School will participate in the Walk to End Alzheimer's event. Any Gunn student and their family is welcome to join. Pre-registration is recommended; visit act.alz.org and join the team Memory for Life/Gunn High School. There will be a three hour and a one mile option. For more information, please contact Brent Han at brentbread@gmail.com.
YES! Stress Reduction & Wellness Presentation
Thu, Oct 15, 7-8:30 PM, Gunn Library
Freshman and Sophomore parents: feeling overwhelmed, busy, tense? Join us for a special interactive stress reduction and wellness presentation by the YES! (Youth Empowerment Seminar) organization on Thursday, October 15, 2015, from 7-8:30 PM in the Gunn Library. This is a special preview of the 4-week YES! program your Freshman and Sophomore students will be learning through their Gunn phys ed classes. Student stress is most effectively reduced when families encourage YES! principles at home. San Francisco Bay Area YES! Director Priya Mayureshwar and Gunn parent/certified YES! instructor Anjali Vishwanath will be giving us an experience of the YES! program which has benefited more than 10,000 students in Bay Area schools. Over 7,000 students nationwide have reported an 87% "feel better rate" and an 83% improved academic focus after experiencing the YES! program. Now, it's your turn! Learn stress-busting, healthy lifestyle skills that work. Wear comfy clothes, bring a water bottle, and get ready to have fun and say YES! to stress busting. Please note: There is no fee for this seminar, but spaces are limited and registration through Eventbrite is required. Register HERE.
Padres de Freshman y Sophomore: Se sienten abrumados y tensos por tantas ocupaciones? Si la respuesta es SI. Unase a nuestro especial e interactivo evento para reducir el estrés, presentado por YES! (Youth Empowerment Seminar) el jueves 15 de octubre de 2015, de 7 pm a 8:30 pm en la librería de la escuela. La directora de YES! del Bay Area Priya Mayuresh, un Padre de Gunn certificado en YES! y el instructor Anjali Vishwanath nos van a estar enseñando los principios del bienestar: reducción del estrés, ejercicios, nutrición, atención plena y comportamiento. Este programa tendra una duracion de 4 semanas,YES! Es un Programa que sus hijos Freshman y Sophmore van a tomar en su clase de educación física. Mas de 7.000 estudiantes a nivel nacional lo han recibido, 87% a dicho sentirse bien al tomarlo y un 83% a mejorado su concentración académica después de experimentar YES!. Ahora es su turno de aprender la habilidad sana de anti-estress. Traiga ropa cómoda, una botella de agua, una estera de yoga si la necesita y diga YES! Al estress. Por favor reserve su asistencia y déjenos saber si le gustaría contar con traducción simultánea a gunnhispanicsparents@gmail.com Scholarships for Gunn Seniors through the Gunn Foundation Ongoing For the 47th year in a row, the Gunn Foundation will provide need-based scholarships to deserving Gunn High School seniors. Many of the scholarship recipients are the first in their family to attend college and have overcome significant financial and personal hurdles to gain acceptance to college. Scholarship awards are unrestricted and can be used to help with the final hurdles students on a tight budget can face including tuition, fees, books, and transportation. Applications will be made available in early 2016. Last year, the Foundation awarded over $70,000 to 26 members of the Class of 2015. These scholarships are made possible through donations from YOU -- parents, teachers, administrators, alumni, and members of the community. If you would like to make a difference in a student's life, please consider donating to the Gunn Foundation at http://gunnfound.org. Every little bit helps in changing the lives of these deserving students who are part of our community! Gunn Pedaling for Prizes 827 students bicycled to Gunn last Thursday, helping reduce school commute auto congestion and emissions and enjoying a bike ride with friends on a beautiful day! They were greeted by Pedaling for Prizes volunteers with chocolate treats and a chance to win pairs of Cinemark movie tickets or bicycle light sets. Bicycling to Gunn is fun. Go to http://www.gunn.pausd.org/transportation for walking and bicycling route maps, safety tips, carpooling and bus information. Congratulations Pedaling for Prizes winners and volunteers! Bike commuters, look for volunteers on random mornings for your chance to win. Biking to Gunn offers sweet rewards!
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PAUSD & PTAC
Share your Passion & Expertise - Become an Advanced Authentic Research (AAR) Program Mentor to Gunn and/or Paly Student(s)
Mentor Matching Oct 1-15
People with passion can change the world for the better, please let our Titans (Gunn) & Vikings (Paly) discover their passion with you... The AAR student application deadline is fast approaching, we are looking for more mentors. If you are willing to participate as a mentor or want to learn more about the role, please email jchoe@pausd.org or visit http://aar.pausd.org/ to learn more and apply online. Your time commitment can be flexible, as the AAR program will provide students the necessary support to allow this flexible time commitment. The Advanced Authentic Research (AAR) Program is a unique opportunity for PAUSD students in grades 10-12 to do original research in an area of their choosing. These students will bring passion, curiosity, and perseverance to the program. The students will be paired with mentors/advisors who are experts in the field of the student's choosing. It is possible for more than one student to work on a given project. The mentor will support and facilitate the student's work in the mentor's lab, office, or other appropriate environment. The student's research will be supported by the process oriented curriculum developed by the AAR team. The expectation is that students will spend about 60 hours per semester (3-4 hours per week) on their project. The program is offered as a Pass/Fail option and will earn 5 credits per semester. Learn more about the Advanced Authentic Research Program: https://www.pausd.org/programs/advanced-authentic-research-aar
Inclusive Schools: Every Student, Every Day
Tue, Oct 6, 6:30-8 PM, District Office, 25 Churchill Ave, Palo Alto, Board Room
Thu, Oct 8, 8:30-9:45 AM, Morning Coffee with Dr. Hehir, Rm 730, JLS Middle School, 40 E. Meadow Dr, Palo Alto
Parents, educators and staff are welcome to join a lively discussion with Dr. Tom Hehir on Tue, Oct 6, at the District Office. An advocate for children with disabilities in the education system, Dr. Hehir is the Silvana and Christopher Pasucci Professor of Practice in Learning Differences at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Dr. Hehir will join the district in partnership to review our systems of supports for all students.
East Palo Alto Tennis & Tutoring
East Palo Alto Tennis & Tutoring (EPATT), along with the Palo Alto Unified
School District, has just developed an exciting new program called PROJECT RALLY, an early literacy program which combines tennis with tutoring for kindergarten and first-grade students. PROJECT RALLY needs your help! Tutoring a student at Fairmeadow Elementary School in Palo Alto on reading and social development for just one day a week can make a big difference. No previous tutoring experience is needed. Training and materials will be provided. For information, please contact Shirley Mak at
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Community
Community Service Hours Available for Student Volunteers!
Sun, Oct 4, 11 AM-5 PM, Lucie Stern Community Center, 1305 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto
Is your student looking for community service hours? Neighbors Abroad (www.neighborsabroad.org) and the City of Palo Alto are co-sponsoring the annual Family Fun Day International Fair in the courtyard at Lucie Stern. Student volunteers are needed to help with games, crafts, and face painting. Help out for 2 hours, 4 hours, or all 6 hours. Interested students should contact Marion at marionb@sonic.net or (650) 493-3798 as soon as possible.
7th Annual Ride & Yoga for Ravenswood Fundraiser
Sun, Oct 11, 8 AM-1 PM, 210 Park Lane, Atherton
Help fundraise for the Ravenswood Family Health Center, a community health center providing medical services to Silicon Valley's low-income residents, by participating in a 30- or 50-mile bike ride ($100 registration), or a 90-minute yoga class ($30 registration). We all prosper when everyone has access to healthcare - Ravenswood prevents thousands of ER visits every year, saving Silicon Valley hospitals and taxpayers millions of dollars. Event includes breakfast, coffee, and lunch for all, and a jersey (for bikers) or hand towel (for yogis) with advance registration. Helmets and yoga mats are bring-your-own. Riders and yogis of all ages are welcome; child care/Spanish translation services not provided. Visit www.4ravenswood.org or email jwurtz@ravenswoodfhc.org for more information or to register.
Safety and Emergency Awareness and Preparedness Fair
Sun, Oct 18, 2-5 PM, Addison Elementary, 650 Addison Ave, Palo Alto
Are you prepared? Please come to the Emergency Preparedness (ePrep) and Home Safety Fair. Find out how to prepare your family for any type of emergency. Family and pet safety, hands only CPR demo, martial arts demo, bicycle safety. Free admission and prizes. More info: xqliu@gmail.com.
Make a Difference Day
Sat, Oct. 24, 8:30 PM-2 PM, King Plaza, 250 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto
All ages welcome! Join the Palo Alto YMCA Family, the City of Palo Alto, and Youth Community Service on National Make a Difference Day! The day will kick off with breakfast and a guest speaker. Groups will then go out to volunteer at various service sites around the area. After their community service activities, all groups will come back to King Plaza for lunch and to participate in a community art reflection. For more information and to register, visit: www.youthcommunityservice.org.
Walk the Wall
Sun, Nov 8, 1-3 PM, Shoreline Lake, Mountain View
Walk the Wall is a global movement organized by International China Concern to overcome abandonment in China. The annual walk-a-thon gives participants from K-12 to fundraise for the many children in China who are abandoned due to disability. For more information: https://youtu.be/sNZUpa1mEVc. Event website: Walk the Wall 2015 - San Francisco - Home.
The Legischool Project: Essay and Editorial Cartoon Contests
This year's essay contest [see flyer] focuses on political participation among young people. What changes will increase participation among your peers? Winners receive round-trip travel to Sacramento to meet with state leaders and share their views. DEADLINE: November 18.
The editorial cartoon contest [see flyer] gives students a chance to think critically and express themselves creatively. Cartoons must be centered on a policy topic that affects California. All high school students are invited to participate. Winners receive cash prizes and their cartoons will be featured on KQED's website. DEADLINE: December 4.
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