Hello Q-Nation!
Above you will see an amazing event we had this week.
On Tuesday, 2/4 students took a Field Trip to Crawford's "Hawaiian Luau" Social Gathering.
We took 18 students from the special education program by MTS bus and trolley. We joined several other schools such as Patrick Henry, San Diego High and Crawford. Students practiced bus navigation and safety in the community skills. At the dance, Serra students met new friends and visited with old friends, saw previous teachers/therapists, practiced purchasing skills, and had a blast dancing to the student DJs. All in all a very fun and positive learning experience!
We have sports tonight! Got Friday Night Plans?
The next basketball games will be held Friday (2/7) at Scripps Ranch at 7:30 and Saturday (2/8) against Westview at Serra at 7:00- so be sure to come to their games to watch our athletes! Go Serra Q’s!!
The SHS Boys Soccer Booster Club has got you covered. The Boys’ Final Home Game of the season is at 6pm TONIGHT! Attendance is FREE, and we will be celebrating our Seniors prior to the game. Please consider coming out to support them and the team. After the game, join us at Round Table Pizza for dinner where 15% of your order will go directly to Boys Soccer! Simply mention the team and we will get credit for your purchase. Or, print the flyer below and bring it with you. Lastly, we would appreciate it if you would spread the word. Thank you for your support!
Need Tutoring? and After School Program is BACK!!!!!
Tutoring will start THIS Monday after school and then more than tutoring will begin as soon as we are ready. Many students came to me sad about the loss of the after-school program after the grant was not approved through the district. I heard them and we are back! Tutoring only to start but stay tuned for the rest. Note: Hours are different as well.
In other news we have some last minute Booster fundraiser events you can attend and also new news in Counseling so check it out.
We have some amazing events coming up including a Blood Drive and and Winter Formal. All the details are on the new senior website. https://serrahighschool.wixsite.com/wellness/senior-year It includes the senior contract and venue information for various events along with other things!
Formal is coming close so get ready to buy your ticket! Name: Party on 4th (Ave)!
Theme: New York/ Big City/ Urban/ Graffiti, "A Night in the City"
Where: FLUXX Event Center in downtown San Diego.
When: Saturday, February 22, 6:30-9:45 PM.
Ticket Prices: 01/13 - 01/31: $25 w/ ASB card & $35 without02/03 - 02/14: $35 with ASB card & $45 without02/17 - 02/21: $45 for everyone
ANNNNDDDD SPIRIT WEEK IS COMING!
Upcoming Spirit Week!
Thursday 2/13 ~ Pinkout
Tuesday 02/18 ~ Pajama Day
Wednesday 02/19 ~ Workout Day
Thursday 02/20 ~ (New York) Tourist Day
Friday 02/21 ~ Class Color Day
Fresh - Gray
Soph - Brown
Junior - Gold
Senior - White
Did you know we have SHS gear?! Check it out! Proceeds go to our Serra Foundation....please go to http://serrafoundation.org/ to order.
Athletics: TRYOUTS! Spring Sports are starting now at Serra High School. Go to the athletic website for more information regarding spring tryouts at www.goconquistadors.com
All Athletes must signup in www.athleticclearance.com for the spring sport of their choice. Please check to make sure you have signed up.
Athletes competing in a winter sport that wish to tryout for a spring sport will do so after their the winter sport has come to an end. There is an overlap on the calendar with the two seasons. These athletes need to contact the spring coach and communicate what winter sport they are competing in and they wish to tryout for the spring sport.
Coach Contacts:
Boys Tennis: ldabney@sandi.net
Boys Golf: forrestfire929@gmail.com
Baseball: cherrin@sandi.net
Softball: bckstop@gmail.com
Track and Field: jpisapia@sandi.net
Boys Volleyball: serravolleyball13.com
Badminton: serra.birdiesmashers@gmail.com
Boys Lacrosse: sdserraboyslacrosse@gmail.com
At this time for the two sports below please use Coach Pisapia contact:
Girls Lacrosse: jpisapia@sandi.net
Swim and Dive: jpisapia@sandi.net
CALENDAR!--PAY ATTENTION TO SPORTS ON MAXPREPS--4 day weekend ahead!
MONDAY: Nothing
TUESDAY: WIWMPK SEE FLYER BELOW--AMAZING EVENT
WEDNESDAY: NOTHING
THURSDAY: NOTHING
FRIDAY: SCHOOL IS CLOSED FOR PRESIDENTS DAY AND ON MONDAY TOO!
CLUB HIGHLIGHT!
Club Highlight!
Be sure to get more involved in school clubs, all are welcome!! The members of Dungeons and Dragons club spend their time expanding their imaginations and creating their own world through storytelling and board games. Both experienced and new players are welcome to come check it out. Join the club! You can check the announcement board for more information- there are clubs like Middle School Mentoring, Women’s Empowerment, Environmental, Humans for Humanity, Board Game, and many more!!
Knowledge is Power!
Athletes and mental health video.
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"TikTok also received the biggest fine in US history for gathering data on kids and selling it," revealed Susan McLean, former Victorian police cyber safety specialist.
THE 10 EMOTIONAL SKILLS EVERY TEEN NEEDS TO BE TAUGHT
Posted by Linda Stade | Feb 5, 2017
Wanna Join CSF?
Class of 2020 Boosters! Senior Parent Boosters--we are off to a great start. Thank you for your donations! Keep them coming! You can donate on-line at https://serra-2020-boosters.square.site/
Senior Booster meeting Tues. February 11th 6pm in Media Center/Alumni room Contact: Serra2020boosters@gmail.com to be added to the email distribution list. To learn more about what’s coming up- visit the Senior 2020 boosters tab on the Serra website- Under Parents.
Grad Nite :Grad Nite tickets will be on-sale Tuesday and Thursday next week and Thursday only in February! The cost will increase in February- so purchase early!
Portrait Photo shoot fundraiser 2/8-2/9 (see flier).: OPEN TO ALL CLASSES!
Class of 2021: The Class of 2021 Boosters is kicking off the New Year with a "New You" fundraiser! Come support our Boosters and Tierrasanta resident-owned hair salon, Craft + Color, on Clairemont Mesa Blvd. Book online for any hair service between Feb 3-8 2020, present this flyer on your phone or printed, and receive 20% off any service. 20% is also donated by the salon to our Boosters! Children and teen clients are welcome. Pencil in your calendars for our next meeting on Wednesday Feb 26 at 6:30 PM in the Alumni Room of the Media Center. Will will be discussing Grad Nite options, so you won't want to miss it!
Counseling:
SAVE THE DATE!
Are you planning on enrolling in college courses for next year?? If so, there is a mandatory meeting that you and a parent must attend in order to be eligible to take a college course starting in Fall 2020/Spring 2021. Due to the high number of students requesting college courses we have arranged to host two separate meeting nights. Students with Last names A-L must attend March 16; students with last names M-Z must attend March 18. Both meetings will be held in the Media Center and are scheduled to begin at 6:00pm. If you are not able to attend on your scheduled date you can attend on the other night. ALL STUDENTS AND PARENT MUST ATTEND, EVEN IF YOU ALREADY ATTENDED A MEETING LAST YEAR.
Scholarship Highlight for Athletes!
The Brad Fowler Memorial Scholarship offers a $5,000 scholarship to at least five high school seniors in San Diego County. A second scholarship of $5,000 can also be earned, provided the recipient remains in good academic standing following the first year of college, for a total possible scholarship award of $10,000.
The nominee must have demonstrated an ability to overcome personal obstacles associated with drugs or alcohol, a strong commitment to athletics and a desire to continue personal growth and development through higher education. There is no minimum GPA requirement, but academic growth will be considered.
The following is a description of the scholarship, nomination criteria and submission process.
Description:
One-year scholarship for $5,000 for the school year September 2020 - June 2021Scholarship recipients who remain in academic standing following their first year of college will earn an additional $5,000 scholarship for their second year of collegeEligible expenses include college tuition, books and on-campus housing Recipients will be required to keep in periodic communication with the SDSA to report on their progress
Nomination Criteria:
High school senior who will enroll in either a two- or four-year collegeHas overcome personal obstacles and troubles in life associated with drugs or alcohol Demonstrated athletic achievement and participation in organized sportsDemonstrated leadership ability and demonstrated personal responsibilityDemonstrated academic growthDemonstrated financial needHas a strong commitment to setting and reaching life goals
Submission process:
All submissions must include: the completed nomination form, a copy of the student’s high school transcripts and a letter of recommendation from a teacher, coach or counselor. The letter of recommendation should attest to why the nominee’s behavior, attitude, desire and character warrant this scholarship. All nominations should be submitted by a coach, teacher, counselor or principal
Please submit application packets to:
San Diego Sports Association
Attn: Loni Lewis
3840 Via De La Valle, Suite 300
Del Mar, CA 92014
or to:
Submission Deadline: Friday, February 28, 2020 (All documents must be postmarked on or before that date).
The selection of the qualified recipients will be made in March 2020 and the winners will be notified in early April 2020. Recipients will be required to attend a local presentation ceremony and deliver brief acceptance remarks. For further information, please visit sandiegosportsassociation.com.
This is very Important!
Would you like to get your first year or possibly two years of community college tuition paid for, and be eligible for scholarships or get some financial assistance to help you with your college tuition?? Then you must submit your FAFSA/Dream Act application no later than March 2. The sooner you submit your application, the better chances you have of getting more money in your pocket!!!!The state of California is paying for your first year of community college tuition through the Promise Scholarship. In order to be eligible for the Promise Scholarship you must submit a FAFSA Application/Dream Act.
RYLA Announcement!!Attention Juniors who are interested in a fantastic leadership opportunity. Rotary Youth Leadership Awards, or “RYLA,” is a program that originated with Rotary International and has since been specifically designed by Rotary District 5340 for students in San Diego and Imperial counties. RYLA encourages servant leadership in youth by recognizing and rewarding deserving 11th grade students who are chosen to attend RYLA as an "award" for their past and present leadership and service activities. These select young people attend an all-expense-paid three day camp where they are inspired by a diverse group of exceptional speakers, make life-long friends through fellowship activities, and discuss the ethical and social issues of today. These activities are conducted in an atmosphere of trust and respect. The result is that these students return to their schools and communities motivated to take on additional leadership roles and to find additional ways to serve. If your student is interested they should apply here: https://www.ryla5340.org/how-to-apply Applications are due by February 2nd Serra High School's Sponsoring Rotary Club is Kearny Mesa Club. In addition to applying online, students should print their application and turn into Mr. Stewart in the counseling office before the February 2nd deadline. Any questions regarding this opportunity should be sent to Mr. Stewart at nstewart2@sandi.net Scholarships! Click Here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iz3wU6bHiEUHXuD8ByIz0DSlSKcpECvi01GPxgO6jNY/edit
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: Also we have a new web page- visit the Serra website under “Parents”e-mail serra2020boosters@gmail.com to be added to the email list: Serra 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/ Questions? Rebecca Ordas @ blondieptsd@gmail.comClass of 2022: TBDClass of 2023: TBD