Hello Q-Nation! Lots of games tonight. We have Girls Basketball is at Mira Mesa, Boy's are at Point Loma, and Boys Soccer is Home. See you there. More games are coming and all are on Maxpreps.
Finals are wrapping up! Grades are being entered and our students reported they felt prepared but at the same time they were happy to be done. Our common grading policy and citizenship rubric are below for your reference. Semester Two is a fresh start and so don't let students think if they weren't as successful as they wanted to be that all is lost!
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
Did you know we have SHS gear?! Check it out! Proceeds go to our Serra Foundation....please go to http://serrafoundation.org/ to order.
A NOTE FROM NURSE ASHLEY:
We are in the peak of cold and flu season and it doesn’t seem to be leaving us anytime soon- germs are everywhere. We understand the importance of your child’s education and want them to be to be in school. However, there are times when staying home is safer for them. Here is a list of general guidelines for illness - this is not an all-inclusive list, just a simple guide to help you determine if your child should stay home. If you have questions or concerns please contact the health office.
Please also be aware that a cold or the flu for your child may come and go without any complications. However, that is not the case for everyone. Some are medically fragile or have a medical diagnosis that could cause them serious harm if they are exposed. Please be mindful of not only your child but others as well when making the decision of sending your child to school.
Knowledge is Power!
Why teen depression rates are rising faster for girls than boys
What do Students Lose by Being Perfect? Valuable Failure
Calendar:
January 27-29: Nothing
January 30: Farb is coming to SHS! and Academic League has a match at 6pm.
January 31: DePortola is coming to SHS!
Wanna Join CSF?
Powderpuff: Not enough Junior Girls wanted to play! (sad face)
Blood drive! Blood drive! Blood drive!Please consider donating blood to help people in need; one person can help three people. You can make a difference.When: Wednesday, January 29 in the Alumni Room. How to sign-up: Sign-ups & parental consent forms are outside the ASB room Athletics: See website.
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/
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!
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.
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!
Club Highlight: Be sure to get more involved in school clubs, all are welcome!! 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!!
WIWMPK:
Counseling:
Attention Seniors! 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. Promise Scholarship is for ALL students, regardless of their financial status, but you must submit your FAFSA to be eligible.In our attempt to make all of our students ready for their post secondary plans, whether it be a 4-year university, community college, tech or vocational schools, we are hosting a Financial Aid Day on February 5 where all government classes will be going to the Media Center to get help from CalSOAP! There are some documents and important information you must bring in order to be able to complete and submit your application. If you are not able to bring in the required information, we can help you complete your portion of the application!
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.com
Class of 2022: TBD
Class of 2023: TBD