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San Mateo Union High School District
A Commitment to Qualify Education for a Better Future
650 N. Delaware Street, San Mateo, CA 94401
650-558-2299 | www.smuhsd.org
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Next Board Meeting: December 14, 2023 | |
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Financial Aid Application Webinar: January 10
The District will be offering two separate webinars on January 10 - one in English and one in Spanish:
This webinar is for 12th graders and their parents/guardians and will cover the following topics:
- Changes to the application
- Financial Aid Overview
- How to Apply
Zoom Links:
Download the flyers: English | Spanish
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Middle College Information Sessions for Students and Families Start in January
10th graders: Are you interested in getting a head start on college courses and saving money on your future college expenses? Middle College is one of SMUHSD's alternative education programs that allow students to earn college units while meeting their high school diploma requirements. This great program is on the beautiful campus of the College of San Mateo.
Information Sessions for 2024-2025 School Year
Student presentations will take place on January 22, 2024 during PE Class. If you do not have a PE class, please contact your school counselor about attending this information session.
Parent/Guardian Presentations:
Learn more about Middle College and why it might be a good fit for you:
The enrollment application will be posted on the College of San Mateo's Middle College web page on January 22, 2024.
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Help Advise SMUHSD on Services for Multilingual Learners
Next meeting is January 23
SMUHSD's District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) is a district-wide committee that advises the school district’s board on programs and services for Multilingual Learners.
All meetings are held at the SMUHSD Office, 650 N. Delaware Street, San Mateo, unless otherwise noted.
Meetings are on Tuesdays from 6:30 - 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
- January 23, 2024
- February 27, 2024
- March 26, 2024
Meetings are conducted in English with Spanish interpretation.
Questions? Please contact District Family Engagement Coordinator Elsa Pulido at epulido@smuhsd.org or 650-558-2226.
More information: www.smuhsd.org/delac
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Upcoming Student Performances
Save the dates for these upcoming performances across the District! Learn more at www.smuhsd.org/vapa
Aragon Music
- December 15: Jazz Concert
Burlingame Drama
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Spring 2024 TBD: Footloose the Musical
Burlingame Music
- February 7: Joint Concert with BIS and Crocker Middle Schools
Capuchino Music
- December 14-15: Winter Concert
Hillsdale Dance:
- December 12: 5th Annual Winter Show
Hillsdale Music
- January 26: Double Exposure Jazz Concert
- February 15: Choral Pops Concert with participating Middle Schools (San Mateo Performing Arts Center)
- February 16 Instrumental Pops Concert
Mills Music
- December 12: Millbrae 75th anniversary celebration
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Families of Students with IEPs: Learn About Resources and Support Services
SMUHSD's Special Education Advisory Committee invites families of students with IEPs to a series of meetings throughout the 2023-2024 school year. The goal is to provide information about special education supports and resources in high school and to build community among families.
Save the Date
The next meeting will take place on January 31, 6 - 7:30 p.m. at the District Office and guests will hear from the District Vocational Team as they share the transition process and community resources.
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The Black Parents Association of SMUHSD Needs You!
The Black Parents Association of the San Mateo Union High School District is a 501(c)(3), volunteer-led association that supports equitable and inclusive learning environments for our students. The group is dedicated to cooperatively promoting quality education for students of African, African American, or multiracial descent while offering the best level of support and information to both students and parents. Through collaboration, participation and support, they help to enrich our students’ high school journey preparing them to reach their fullest potential.
In recent years, the association hosted numerous events via Zoom including the Unity in the Community series of parent, student, and community engagement opportunities. The group also hosted webinars related to success in college, financial literacy, coding and more. This group is perhaps best known for its annual Baccalaureate which traditionally takes place in June to celebrate our graduates and award scholarships to students.
In order to continue to be operational, the group needs a Board of Directors, including a president, treasurer, and secretary. These individuals need to be at least 18 years of age, so the opportunity could be extended to recent high school graduates who have an interest in learning more about non-profit management.
We are currently looking for SMUHSD and partner district families to help fill these roles within the BPA. Please see the attached flyer for more information and fill out the survey if you are interested in joining the board or just want to learn more.
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Save the Date: Pride Prom 2024 is Friday, February 23
Celebrate the 2nd Annual Pride Prom, an inclusive, safe, welcoming, night to remember for 9th-12th grade students who attend high school in San Mateo County. This FREE event will celebrate and uplift LGBTQIA+ young people and advocate for the sustained and continued efforts in our County to build places where youth are seen and supported in environments free from hate and discrimination.
Details
When: Friday, February 23, 2024 from 6:30-10 p.m.
Where: College of San Mateo, College Center (1700 W Hillsdale Blvd, San Mateo, CA 94402)
Who: Current San Mateo County high school students (9th-12th graders) may attend.
Learn more: https://www.smuhsd.org/prideprom
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Annual Transition Fair is February 10
The 2024 Transition to Independence Fair will be held Saturday, February 10 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the San Mateo County Office of Education in Redwood Shores.
Members of the community are invited to attend this annual event to learn about programs and services available to young adults with disabilities.
More than 40 agencies will be on hand, including SMUHSD's vocational team!
There will also be a performance by the New Hope Band, a rock band based out of San Jose where each member has a differing unique ability.
A big thank you to event sponsors, including Provident Credit Union and Shoreview Dental.
Learn more.
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San Mateo Adult and Career Education Publish Course Catalog
San Mateo Adult and Career Education has published its first-ever online course catalog.
SMACE programs offer community members a variety of courses, including English as a Second Language (ESL), high school diploma, career education, arts, health and more.
San Mateo Adult and Career Education helps students:
- Set and achieve college, career, and community goals
- Socialize with peers and get involved in the community
- Take Employment Development Department (EDD) approved courses with industry expert instructors
- Learn at their own pace with individualized training and flexible hours
The school is now enrolling for Spring 2024 classes. Learn more.
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Taipai Education Delegation Visits San Mateo High | |
A delegation of 15 middle and high school principals from the New Taipei City Government's Education Department visited San Mateo High School on Monday, December 4! | |
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Capuchino Football Head Coach Jay Oca Named Ocean Division Coach of the Year
Congratulations to Capuchino High School Head Football Coach and Athletic Director Jay Oca - he was named the PAL's Ocean Division Coach of the Year!
The Capuchino Football team went 9-2 overall with a league record of 4-1 and shared the PAL Ocean title with Aragon.
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All-State Ensemble
Aragon High School
Wind Symphony: Tyler Nichols (Bass)
Golden State Band: Ziv Rapoport (Bassoon)
Concert Band: Isabelle Ly (Flute)
Burlingame High School
Symphony Orchestra: Jaslene Lai (piano)
Vocal Jazz: Alona Savella (Treble Bottom)
Golden State Band:
- William Kwok (Tuba)
- Aaron Peng (Trumpet)
- Nicholas Lin (Oboe)
Capuchino High School
Golden State Band: Lenel Elison Gomintong (Bass Trombone)
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All-State Honor Choir
San Mateo High School
Honor Choir: Grace Huang (Soprano)
State Honor Orchestra
Aragon High School
Kate Sato (Violin)
Hillsdale High School
Iris Wong (Violin)
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Hillsdale Student Completes Two-Year Case Study on Cardiovascular Awareness
Hillsdale High School student Badri Viswanathan recently completed a two-year case study at Hillsdale High on “The Effect of Educational Intervention on Heart and Cardiovascular Awareness in 11th Grade Students.” The goal of this study was to test the baseline knowledge of students related to coronary artery disease and heart health choices, educating them using a video presentation, and then subsequently re-testing them to see any difference in knowledge. Through his research and surveying of Hillsdale High School students, Badri found a statistically significant improvement in student awareness, and concluded that instituting classes or sessions dedicated to teaching about cardiovascular disease can have a widespread impact, both in the immediate and long-term future. Badri’s ultimate goal is for the School District to implement cardiovascular disease education into its curriculum.
Badri started volunteering with the Healthy Heart Initiative in 2021, and helped to collect data in their CVD awareness study of school teachers in Kolkata, India. Badri was a co-author on a research abstract and presented study findings at the American Heart Association’s 2023 Epi Scientific Sessions in March 2023 (see photo).
The Healthy Heart Initiative is a 501(c) (3), nonprofit organization with a focus on cardiovascular health awareness among school children and communities, early detection of various risk factors and amelioration of morbidity and mortality.
Read the case study.
Watch his presentation.
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Aragon Math Team Competes at Prestigious Math Tournament
On November 4, two teams, made up of eleven members of Aragon’s Math Club participated in the Berkeley Math Tournament (BMT), a well-known, 120-team and 700-member math competition.
- Team 1: Anson Yu, Alex Zhao, Ray Zhang, William Ye, Akilan Paramasivam, Jake Hu
- Team 2: Laura Wang, Allinah Zhan, Ethan Chang, Ashley Cheng, Katy Yu
Six of Aragon’s Math Club members were in the top 50 percent for their individual rounds, and one was in the top 20 percent for the individual rounds.
- Top 20% in Distinguished Honorable Mention in Geometry and Algebra tests: Akilan Paramasivam
- Top 50% in Honorable Mention In Geometry: Jake Hu and Allinah Zhan
- Top 50% in Honorable Mention In Algebra: Alex Zhao and Jake Hu
- Top 50% in Honorable Mention In General tests: Anson Yu and William Ye
Aragon Math Teacher Adam Jacobs is the advisor for this club.
Learn more about the Tournament.
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Burlingame High Student Announced as 2024 Young Arts Award Recipient
Lauren Cheng, a 12th Grader at Burlingame High School was recently recognized with a 2024 YoungArts Award with Distinction in the Design category.
A YoungArts Award With Distinction recognizes work that demonstrates exceptional technique; a strong, sophisticated, nuanced, and clear artistic point of view; and a depth of thinking/performance that far exceeds the level of peers at this career stage.
As a Young Arts Award With Distinction recipient Lauren has been invited to participate in National YoungArts Week and will have her work further evaluated for cash awards of up to $10,000. Award winners with distinction who attend National YoungArts Week and meet the eligibility requirements are also considered for nomination to the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program.
Award winners at all levels receive mentorship and financial awards; gain access to a lifetime of creative, professional development and funding opportunities; and become part of an uplifting, inter-generational community that helps artists connect, create and collaborate.
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Family Education Webinars | |
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Webinars for Parents and Guardians
Parent Forum (Spanish): The pain of migrating and the Christmas holidays
- Tuesday, December 12, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
- Presenters: Michelle Remond, Community Liaison, Redwood City School District (RCSD) and Edwin Fernández, LCSW, One Life Counseling Center
- Registration
- This webinar is in Spanish
The holidays are an occasion for joy and family unity, but for many migrants they are also a time of pain and nostalgia. Listen to this talk with Michelle Remond, Community Liaison, RCSD, and Edwin Fernández, LCSW, One Life Counseling Center, to receive practical advice to get through this time of year with hope.
Questions? Contact Charlene Margot, MA, Co-Founder and CEO, The Parent Venture, at cmargot@parentventure.org.
The free parent forum is an initiative of the Sequoia Healthcare District, in partnership with Sequoia Union High School District, Redwood City School District and The Parent Venture.
Parent Forum: How to Become Your Child’s Favorite Conversation Partner
- Friday, December 15, 2023, 12–1 p.m.
- Eran Magen, PhD, Founder, Parenting for Humans
- Register
How can you better connect and communicate with your child or teen? This holiday season, join us for a new Parent Forum (in English) with Eran Magen, PhD, population health psychologist and founder of Parenting for Humans.
Questions? Contact Charlene Margot, MA, Co-Founder and CEO, The Parent Venture, at cmargot@parentventure.org.
The Parent Forum is an initiative of Sequoia Healthcare District, in partnership with Sequoia Union High School District, Redwood City School District, and The Parent Venture.
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Community News, Events and Volunteer Opportunities | |
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Citizens Environmental Council Announces 2024 Student Film Fest
Students in grades 4-12 who live or attend school in San Mateo County are invited to submit a short film about the environmental topic of their choice by March 17.
Winning entries will be screened and cash prizes will be awarded at the 7th annual Citizens Environmental Council (CEC) Student Film Fest on April 24.
This year the Film Fest will be featuring an expanded filmmaking experience for youths in grades 4-8 who want to develop filmmaking skills and make videos with social impact. Join us on Saturday, February 3, 1-4pm at The Nueva School’s San Mateo campus for The Bay Area Social Impact Filmmaking Conference (formerly known as the CEC Film Fest Workshop).
Learn more about the Film Fest: burlingamefilmfest.com.
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We are Hiring
Check out the following notices of vacancies at our school sites, District Office and Transportation Department. Applicants need to register for an EdJoin account and apply online. View all current openings: www.smuhsd.org/careers
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Student Nutrition Jobs
Contact Denis Vorrises at 650-558-2479 or dvorisses@smuhsd.org if you are interested in applying or want more information or apply on EdJoin today.
Highlights
- Work five hours a day, Monday-Friday
- Summers off and paid holidays
- Health benefit opportunities
- Starting pay is $24.17
- Employees with minimal experience in food services may be trained on all duties to be assigned.
Need more flexibility? We also have substitute student cafeteria opportunities.
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Transportation Jobs
Please also check out the following opening in our Transportation Department:
Special Education Van Driver
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Substitute Positions
Visit www.smuhsd.org/substitute for more information about substitute teaching.
Substitute Classified (Non Teaching) Positions
Need a Flexible Work Arrangement? Try Substituting with Us!
Learn more about the following substitute opportunities and apply online on Edjoin today!
To see a complete list of current vacancies - permanent and substitute, visit www.smuhsd.org/careers.
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