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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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Thursday, May 23 Board Meeting | |
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2024-2025 Student Board Council Applications Now Open
Deadline to apply is May 31
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Do you have an interest in how your school is run?
Are you interested in political science or government?
Do you want to represent your fellow students to the District Board of Trustees to make sure ALL voices are heard?
If YES, consider applying for the school district’s 2024-2025 Student Board Council:
Deadline to apply is Friday, May 31.
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Families of Students with IEPs: Learn About Resources and Support Services on May 22
SMUHSD‘s Division of Special Education’s Community Advisory Committee invites you to a celebration welcoming families of students with IEPs to the District! Connect with current families and staff and
learn more about the Community Advisory Committee!
Details
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Wednesday, May 22, 2024, 6 - 7:30 p.m. | RSVP
- Location: Millbrae Recreation Center, 477 Lincoln Circle, Millbrae, CA 94030
- Dinner will be served
- Simultaneous Spanish Interpretation will be available
- Topic: Mentoring and Supporting our Incoming Parents
If you have questions please contact SMUHSD Program Specialist Tina Ish at kish@smuhsd.org.
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May 22: Hillsdale High School Spring Concert | |
Student Board Council Program Receives 2024 Kent Award | |
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The SMUHSD Student Board Council program, established this school year, was a recipient of a San Mateo County School Boards Association 2024 Kent Award. Kent Awards recognize District or school programs that designed with clear and intentional goals, are innovative and also demonstrate clear evidence of student success,
The primary objective of SMUHSD’s student board council is to serve as a representative body for the diverse student population within our District..
The program is structured to promote intersectionality and equity within the student body. By representing the diverse backgrounds, identities, and circumstances of students across the district, the council seeks to address issues that affect different groups of students and advocate for their needs. This intentional focus on intersectionality and equity is essential in creating an inclusive and supportive school environment where all students feel valued and represented.
The program empowers students to actively participate in discussions about policies, programs, and initiatives that impact their educational experiences. By selecting two Student Board Members each quarter to attend school board meetings, the program provides students with a platform to voice their concerns and advocate for positive change at the district level.
The award was presented on May 10 at the SMCSBA Awards Banquet and SMUHSD Board President Ligia Andrade Zuniga, MPA and Clerk Teri Chavez and Trustee Greg Land were also in attendance.
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Burlingame Student Named 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholar and San Mateo Student Named Semifinalist
Congratulations to Burlingame High School's Lauren Cheng - the U.S. Department of Education announced that she was one of only 161 high school seniors to be named a 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholar (U.S. Presidential Scholar in Arts).
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“The 161 high school seniors selected for the 60th anniversary of the U.S. Presidential Scholars represent the best of our nation’s schools and inspire hope in the bright future of this country,” said U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona. “On behalf of President Biden, I am delighted to celebrate their accomplishments, and encourage these scholars to continue to aim high, lift up others, and embrace opportunities to lead.”
In addition to Lauren's recognition, San Mateo High School 12th Grader Anya Gurudatt was named as a U.S. Presidential Scholar semifinalist.
Learn more.
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Mills High School Japanese Teacher Akiko Soda Honored at Rotary Event
Mills High School Japanese Teacher Akiko Soda was recognized for her 30 years of service at a Millbrae Rotary Teacher Appreciation event in early May. Ms. Soda is retiring at the end of the school year.
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BayQuest Program Successful First Year at College of San Mateo
In its first year, SMUHSD's Bay Quest Program at the College of San Mateo, supported ten students in taking classes, and being a part of the campus in meaningful ways. The success of the program has provided opportunities for social engagement, work, classes, and participation in clubs, activities, and other organizations on campus.
The Bay Quest program also was a recipient of a California Advisory Commission on Special Education (ACSE) 2023-24 Grazer Outstanding Achievement in Learning (GOAL) award. GOAL Awards recognizes innovative and replicable programs that result in positive outcomes for students with disabilities in the State of California. The award will be presented at the ACSE meeting on June 12.
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Burlingame B Recognized by Journalism Education Association of Northern California
The Journalism Education Association Northern California (JEANC) recently announced winners in its 2024 Annual Contest, congrats to the following SMUHSD students/schools who were recognized:
The Burlingame B and staff members Brinda Iyer and Will Kriner, were ranked first in the Digital Media Breaking News Stream category for Burlingame seeks community amid Israel-Hamas conflict; Public comments reflect fear, under-representation at Board meeting.
Burlingame B staff was also recognized in the following categories:
Diversity Coverage
Digital Media Categories
Newspaper Categories:
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May Mindfulness Day is Today - Monday, May 20 - at allcove San Mateo
Join allcove San Mateo on Monday, May 20 from 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month. allcove San Mateo will have an array of activities aimed at fostering mental well-being and spreading awareness, including group discussions, mindfulness sessions and more.
Workshop schedules:
- 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.: Mindfulness
- 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.: Coping Skills
- 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.: Self Care and Crafts
allcove San Mateo is located at 2600 El Camino, Suite 300 in San Mateo.
RSVP.
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Students: Do You Want to be a Voice for Youth Mental Health Access?
Deadline to apply is May 31
Do you know of any youth leaders who want to be involved in their community and want to be a voice for youth mental health access?
allcove San Mateo Youth Advisory Group (YAG) will be part of all the decision-making processes for the allcove youth drop-in center, support local development, and create solutions that target youth’s current needs. allcove is completely youth driven and youth advised by our YAG; we want youth voice to be at the forefront of allcove!
Students: Want to become an active community advocate? Pursuing a vision where every youth belongs, chooses the support they need and thrives, allcove is developing an innovative network of integrated youth mental health centers designed with, by and for youth that reduce stigma, embrace mental wellness, increase community connection, and provide access to culturally responsive services.
Take a look at the allcove website to learn more.
Students can learn more and apply for the YAG by May 31.
Download the flyer.
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San Mateo County Youth Commission Seeks Commissioners
Apply now to be a San Mateo County Youth Commissioner (SMCYC)! The commission seeks applicants between the ages of 13-21 who live in San Mateo County and are passionate about elevating youth voice in local government.
Youth commissioners provide their perspective on issues such as:
- Civic Engagement
- Educational Equity
- Environmental Justice
- Health and Wellness
- Immigrant Youth
The application deadline is May 31.
Learn more.
Download the flyer for more information: English | Spanish | Chinese
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Bay Area Community Health Advisory Council (BACHAC) is Hosting Two Upcoming Events | |
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May 29: Kente Graduation Stole Distribution
BACHAC’s Black Youth Advisory Board (BlackYAB) and African American Planning and Design (AAPD) Committee are hosting an informal Kente Cloth Gathering Reception for Black and African American students and their families on Wednesday, May 29, 4 - 6 p.m. at Trinity Baptist Church, 39 E. 39th Avenue in San Mateo.
The reception will feature community resources, inspirational words from a local leader and young adult, and a free Kente Stole.
Please RSVP by Wednesday, May 22. Students and their parents/guardians are invited to attend.
If you have any questions, please email Shawneece Stevenson, Co-Manager San Mateo County Prevention Plan - San Mateo African American Community Assessment Planning & Design Committee, Bay Area Community Health Advisory Council: sstevenson@bachac.org.
Learn more and register now.
June 23: Black Family Hangout
The Bay Area Community Health Advisory Council (BACHAC) and its Black Youth Advisory Board are hosting a Black Family Hangout on Saturday, June 23, from 3 - 6 p.m. (Location TBD).
The Black Family Hangout is an informal social gathering for Black Students in 6th grade - 12th grade, their families and community in San Mateo County. The event will offer a joyful space, fostering acceptance, community, support, and freedom in honor of Juneteenth.
Learn more and RSVP.
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Hillsdale High School Students Lobby for Climate Change | |
On April 29, Hillsdale High School Teacher / Districtwide Sustainability Coordinator Dave Emanuel took eight HHS Environmental Club students to Sacramento. Students lobbied for a bill to amend the California Constitution to include protections for clean air and water and a health environment (ACA 16) and a budget request to eliminate a tax break for fossil fuel companies. They visited the offices of five different Assembly members and one State Senator, including Assemblyman Damon Connolly (Marin), and Kenneth Cruz, legislative director for Assemblyman Isaac Bryan (Los Angeles).
Students who went on the trip are: Olivia Murray, Jack Spillner, Nikki Donovan, Somya Singh, Ashlyn Kelly, Alice Erickson, Nanako Tsai, and Andrew Altorfer.
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Energy Auditing Your House/Classroom
Tips from Mills High Teacher Anthony DiLemme’s Green Tech Students
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Mills High School Teacher Anthony DiLemme's Energy Auditing Group in his Green Tech class has a message to share with the community (and an instructional video) to show how to save energy on the televisions where you live or work.
By reducing the brightness on your TV, you can save more than half of the energy used to power it!
Check out the video, which was created for the Earth Day Challenge by SEI.
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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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Instructional Assistant I-Special Education
Career Coordinator
- Part-time, 18.75 hours per week
- Location: Hillsdale High School
- Apply by May 20
Instructional Assistant I
- Part-time, 12 hours per week - evenings
- Location: San Mateo Adult and Career Education (Adult School)
- Apply by May 20
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Instructional Assistant II - Special Education
- Part-time, 30 hours per week
- Location: Hillsdale High School
- Apply by May 22
Instructional Assistant I-Special Education
- Part-time, 27.5 hours per week
- Location: Capuchino High School
- Apply by May 22
Substitute Student Success Coordinator
- 37.5 hours per week on variable basis
- August 6 - December 20, 2024
- Location: San Mateo High School
- Apply by July 31
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We have an Immediate Need for Substitute School Plant Operations Employees and Substitute Utility Workers!
SMUHSD has an immediate need for substitute School Plant Operations Employees and substitute Utility Workers! Subbing with SMUHSD is a great way to get your foot in the door and find out about full-time positions!
Substitute School Plant Operations Employees (SPOE) earn $30.76 per hour and average about 80 hours a month. Apply now.
Substitute Utility Workers earn $30.76 per hour and average about 20-30 hours a month. Apply now.
Learn more.
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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 openings in our Transportation Department:
School Bus Driver
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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