Hello Q-Nation!
This week went by quickly! It's Friday and tonight we play our rivals Patrick Henry High School at PHHS at 6:30 PM. The theme for the Dawg Pound is White Out. This week, our awesome senior class had their class picture taken--last picture all together that will go in the yearbook. We do have one reminder for you: We have 300 Federal Survey Cards still out unsigned and we need them back! Please hand them in to Ms. Ward in the office as soon as possible. We hope you all enjoyed a safe Halloween last night.
Last day to order AP Tests is TOMORROW and there are no extensions!
NOTE: SATURDAY SCHOOL TOMORROW, 11/2, from 8-12; you must be on time to room 211B. Reminders went out and phone call homes. See you there.
Thank you to those that stepped up to be on our "School Watch" team! We can always use more! Email Mr. Willis at nwillis@sandi.net.
Throughout the whole month of November, ASB and ROTC will be working together on a canned food drive. Every class will be having a box for students to donate canned food for their first period class and the class that collects the most cans will win a donut party sponsored by ASB! So start looking through your cabinets for cans and bring them over to Serra!
Here are some pictures from Halloween!
Also Serra students give back in a spooky way! Volunteers from Serra Boys Soccer, Serra Football and the Serra Spikeball Club participated in "Trunk or Treat," a free community event put on by Newbreak Church last Saturday. With over 4,000 people in attendance, our volunteers worked hard facilitating games for the kids and passing out candy.
Did you know we have SHS gear! Check it out! Proceeds go to our Serra Foundation....please go to http://serrafoundation.org/ to order.
Knowledge is Power (articles to peruse)!
This book sounds interesting for those of you who are baffled by the teenaged brain: https://yourteenmag.com/health/physical-health/the-teenage-brain-book?fbclid=IwAR0N7jBqPleP2V3w8gTzQkBKUnrtJJ4t1hAV2S6pNSpf1RQzOvB-F4pw9hk
High achieving students considered at-risk? Read this article to hear why: https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2019/09/26/students-high-achieving-schools-are-now-named-an-at-risk-group/
Next Week's Calendar:
Monday: Nothing at this time.
Tuesday: We are administering the ASVAB and we have a Trama-Informed Care PD after school.
Wednesday: Old Globe Performance (see below) and the Serra Foundation Meeting is cancelled because so many people will be attending the Old Globe performance; next meeting is December 4.
Thursday: Serra Home Tournament (band).
Friday: Club Rush! If your students is interested in a club we have well over 50! Today, come take a look and join a club!
VAPA:
Currently our Theater class is building their stage for an upcoming play called Working. It will be done in cabaret seating format where the audience is on the stage with the actors...Stay tuned.
Counseling:
Any students interested in taking the ASVAB on Tuesday, November 5th, can still sign up with Mr. Stewart in the Counseling Office. This is a wonderful opportunity to know your strengths and potential career options.
Seniors- If you need help in completing your college or financial/Dream Act application stop by the counseling office on Tuesdays and Thursdays during lunch to get help from our CalSoap Representative and counselors.
Note: If you are in need of letter of recommendations please be mindful of time and allow teachers/counselors a minimum of two weeks to work on your letters. The deadline to request letters of recommendation from your counselor is December 6.
Interested in Scholarships? Click here: https://serrahighschool.wixsite.com/website-4.
Opportunities: Tierrasanta Library!
My name is Ton. I am the new youth services librarian at the Tierrasanta Library. I would like to promote two teen programs in November.
Teen Graphic Novel Club
Friday, 11/15 4-5pm
Do you love graphic novels? Read comics & manga, discuss your favorite ones, draw and much more. This month's title is Through the Woods by Emily Carroll. Copies will be provided.
Healthy Adventures: Cooking Class
Saturday, 11/23 1-2:30pm
Healthy Adventures Foundation's chef will conduct a healthy cooking demonstration and hands on class to encourage the consumption of more whole grains, fruits and vegetables. This class provides instruction, recipe handouts, and samples for attendees. Register online atsandiego.librarymarket.com
Military Opportunities:
Athletics: Please check MAX PREPS and goconquistadors.com.
Congratulations to Dustin Ellison for being KUSI Athlete of the week. Great job representing SHS!
Field Hockey, Cross Country, Waterpolo are in playoffs! Good luck.
Get your athletic forms in for tryouts for Winter sports if you plan on trying out.
Job Opportunities: SHS will be posting and highlighting job opportunities for students. We even sign work permits as well. You can always find jobs for students on this district website which is being updated regularly. https://storage.googleapis.com/job-board/index.html
Class of 2020:Our next meeting will be on Tuesday October 29th 6pm in the Alumni Room. All Senior parents are welcome.Also we have a new web page- visit the Serra website under “Parents”e-mail serra2020boosters@gmail.com to be added to the email listSerra class of 2020 Boosters are raising funds for important senior activities, such as Grad Night, Senior Luncheon, and all other senior related activities. To make a tax -deductible donation:Make checks payable to “Serra High Class of 2020 Boosters” and mail to Leslie Larranaga-Britt c/o Serra High Class of 2020 Boosters10601 Tierrasanta Blvd PO Box 308 San Diego, CA 92124. Please indicate 2020 booster in the memo line on the check.Serra2020boosters@gmail.com (to be added to the e-mail distribution list)
Class of 2021:Hello c/o 2021 Parents! Want to join us? Please email:https://www.classof2021serraboostersclub.com/
The Class of 2021 Boosters is pitching in to help the Friends of Tierrasanta Canyons with a canyon clean up and planting native plants. This service project will make us eligible to earn Disneyland passes that we will later auction off for funds for senior year activities! Adults AND students are welcome. Students earn volunteer hours!!! Date: Saturday November 9 Time: 8:00 to 11:00 AM (volunteers need not stay the entire time)Place: TBA via email several days prior. Sign up here!!!!! https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1kbbVJyjWeOeWXe_8xR0NrCHIRttKh2a8R4NGBcrlt7w/edit?usp=sharingQuestions? Rebecca Ordas @ blondieptsd@gmail.com
Class of 2022: TBD
Class of 2023: TBD