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Calendar
Fri, Oct 30
Fall Jazz Concert, 7:30 PM, Spangenberg
Mon, Nov 2
Site Council Meeting, 7 PM, Library (see Agenda)
Thu, Nov 5
Sophomore Parents Meeting, 6:30 PM, Esther's German Bakery
Thu-Sat, Nov 5-14
Fall Show: "Our Town," Little Theatre (Info)
Mon-Fri, Nov 9-13
Alternate Schedules (see Calendar)
Wed, Nov 11
NO SCHOOL, Veteran's Day
Thu, Nov 12
PTSA Meeting, 7 PM, Staff Lounge
Fri, Nov 13
Principal's Coffee, 8 AM, PE Classroom, Bow Gym
Football vs. Cupertino, JV 4:30 PM, Var 7 PM, Football Field
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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Attention Gunn Commuters Who Use East Meadow @ Cowper Intersection
The City of Palo Alto has just reprogrammed the signal at the East Meadow Dr. @ Cowper St. intersection. The walk phase across East Meadow Drive will now begin three seconds before the green phase in order to allow pedestrians and cyclists to establish themselves in the intersection before motor vehicles are allowed to proceed. This timing plan will run all day long. City staff invites your comments on this change or other road conditions. Please submit comments via smartphone or web, using PaloAlto311 here.
Math Department Still Needs Lunchtime Receptionist Coverage, Wednesdays & Fridays
If you are able to consider helping our math students connect with teachers during this time once per week (or alternate with a friend, every other week) please contact Lynn Glover (lglover@pausd.org) or Norma Hesterman (nhesterman@pausd.org).
The Turkey Feast Team Needs YOU!
Thu, Nov 19
The Annual Gunn Turkey Feast is just around the corner. In a little over 40 minutes, this annual community-building and fundraising event serves over 1,500 students and staff a complete Thanksgiving Feast with all the trimmings. The Gunn community becomes stronger as we dine together and raise funds for those less fortunate. This event cannot happen without your help. We need turkeys, pies, vegetarian lasagna and quiche and many, many volunteers to prep, cook and serve. Please sign up for one or more slots on the Jooners sign-up sheet. Questions? Contact Donna Pioppi at
IN THE GUNN CONNECTION EXTRA:
Let's Talk (SELPA 1 CAC)...read more.
Parent Ed Event: Alternative Pathways Through High School...read more.
FROM THE PREVIOUS ISSUE:
Fall Jazz Concert
Fri, Oct 30, 7:30 PM, Spangenberg
Don't miss the Fall Jazz Concert on Friday, October 30th at 7:30 PM in the Spangenberg Theatre. The Terman Jazz Band, JLS Jazz Band, Gunn Jazz II, and the Gunn Big Band Jazz Ensemble will all be performing at the concert!
Henry M. Gunn High School Theatre Department presents "Our Town," by Thornton Wilder
Nov 5, 6 PM; Nov 6-7, 12-14, 7:30 PM; Nov 10, 4 PM, Studio Theatre, Gunn High School, 780 Arastradero Rd, Palo Alto
TICKETS: Available at http://www.gunntheatre.org/, the Gunn Student Activities Office, or at the door. Opening Night Gala (Nov 5): all tickets $20. Other performances: $8 Students/$10 General in advance, or $10 Students/$12 General at the door.
All-Grade Parent Network Meeting
Fri, Nov 13, 8-10 AM, PE Classroom
The PTSA Parent Networks invite all grades to meet with Principal Herrmann on Friday, November 13th from 8:00-10am in the PE classroom (located on the N-building side, which is on the left as you face the entrance of Bow Gym). We will be joined at 8:30 AM by Denise and some of her staff. Please RSVP here so we have enough coffee. And remember to pick up a parking pass from the office. If you have comments and questions in advance of the meeting and during the year, we have created a simple online GUNN PARENT FEEDBACK FORM to foster communication with our school staff. PTSA will compile your submissions and pass them along to administration. Submissions can be anonymous, but should be constructive. Some answers may be included in the school's "Titan Talk" email, and some answers may be provided in a Principal's Coffee event. As always, notes from Parent Network meetings and any answers given in that forum will be posted to the networks.
PTSA Positions Available
PTSA has approved a budget for the 2015-16 school year, and we have a nearly complete roster of parent volunteers ( http://gunn.paloaltopta.org/docs/GunnPTSARoster.pdf). If you are interested in any of the remaining vacant positions - Senior Awards Night/Chair (usually a Junior parent) or Staff Appreciation Week Chairs, please contact Barbara Best, barbarabest@gmail.com. Fall Sports Athletic Participation Donation: Let's Reach our 100% Goal! Currently the overall participation percentage for Fall athletic teams is 67%. With a goal of 100% from all teams, we still need an additional 33% donations to reach our goal. If you have made your donation, thank you!! If you have not donated, you can donate online at www.GunnSportsBoosters.com or by check payable to Gunn Sports Boosters. Please include your athlete's name and sport played when donating. The suggested donation amount is $175 but all donation amounts are accepted and appreciated. Without this donation, the Athletic Department does not have the budget to cover the expenses so that our athletes can compete. Please support Gunn Athletics and make your donation today!! Questions contact Jill Spain at spainsdj@comcast.net.
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Community
Navigating School Services for Children With Special Needs
Two Sessions: Tue, Nov 3 & 10, 7-9 PM, Parents Place, 200 Channing Ave, Palo Alto
The first workshop will cover how to make the transition from early intervention programs to school district special education services, what should happen in the assessment process, how to establish measurable goals and objectives, when to mainstream, and the concept of inclusion. The second workshop will cover your rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, how to establish a collaborative/team-oriented relationship with the school district, and related school-based services and the resources available when parents/service providers and school district personnel don't agree. There will be time for personalized questions and answers. With Diana Blank, LCSW, $45 for single workshop, $90 for both. Register here.
CPR for Adults, Children and Infants (all ages)
Wed, Nov 4, 6-9 PM, Parents Place, 200 Channing Av. Palo Alto 94301
This three-hour hands-on class will focus on the skills needed in an emergency including CPR practice with mannequins and an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED). Upon completion of the class, you will receive an American Heart Association Adult, Child and Infant Heartsaver CPR certification valid for 2 years. These certificates will be mailed within two weeks of the scheduled class. This class is for parents and caregivers. This class does not qualify for the day care licensing requirement. Program begins promptly at 6:00 PM. With: Susan Schmitz, RN, BSN, PHN, former cardiovascular surgical nurse. $80. Register here.
6th District Legislative Round Table
Thu, Nov 12, 7-8:30 PM, Fremont Union High School District Office, Professional Learning Center (back building), 589 W. Fremont Ave, Sunnyvale
Come share ideas with our locally elected California legislators and their staff on topics such as increased school funding, early childhood education, hungry students and more. RSVPs appreciated, but not required: advocacy@capta6.org.
Let's Talk (SELPA 1 CAC)
Mon, Nov 9, 10 AM-12 PM, Orchard Community Room, Los Altos Library, 13 S. San Antonio Rd, Los Altos
Let's Talk - A chance to ask questions and share ideas, resources, and support with other parents of students with IEPs, 504s, learning differences, mental health challenges, etc. All are welcome, participants must respect confidentiality. This parent education event is sponsored by the SELPA 1 CAC ( www.selpa1cac.org) an all-volunteer group of parents of children with special needs. The event is free and open to anyone who feels they might benefit. No registration is necessary.
Alternative Pathways Through High School (SELPA 1 CAC)
Wed, Nov 18, 7-9 PM, Covington Elementary School MP Room, 205 Covington Rd, Los Altos
High school students with unusual learning, social, or emotional needs often need "customized" high school programs in order to succeed. Come and hear about some options in our community. For more information, see www.selpa1cac.org.
"The Mask You Live In" Film Screening
Wed, Nov 18, 7-9 PM, Parents Place, 200 Channing Ave, Palo Alto
Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School and Parents Place invite you to attend a screening of "The Mask You Live In," which premiered at the 2015 Sundance Film Festival. This film explores boys' struggle to stay true to themselves while negotiating America's narrow definition of modern masculinity, repressed emotions, and gender stereotypes. Experts in neuroscience, psychology, sociology, sports, education, and media weigh in, presenting empirical evidence of what some are calling the "boy crisis" and offering tactics to combat it. Following the screening there will be a community conversation with experts from Parent Place. This is the youth version of this film and it is appropriate for middle school age students and up. $10. Register here.
Social Skills Treatment Study (Stanford Psychiatry)
Does your son need help to improve his social skills? We are conducting a behavioral treatment study to help children with developmental disabilities learn eye contact and social skills. Participation involves: a 3-4 day visit to Stanford, cognitive testing, awake MRI scan, and intensive behavioral intervention. Inclusion criteria: male children age 8-15 years, diagnosed with an intellectual or developmental disability, and does not experience seizures. Families will receive a report of the cognitive testing and a $100 honorarium for their time. To determine your child's eligibility for the study, please complete a brief survey. Contact: Rebecca Barnett, BCBA rbarnet2@stanford.edu, 650-724-7395.
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