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Sunday, September 3, 2023 |
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Manage your PTSA Communications Subscription here.
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Monday, September 4th
- Labor Day Holiday, no school
Tuesday, September 5th
- 2:30-3:45PM, Froyo Tuesdays to support Men's Golf, in the quad
Wednesday, September 6th
- 12:20 PM, Pledge to Humanity Meeting, Aux Gym
Thursday, September 7th
- 4-6PM, TB Clinic - Risk Assessments, Los Cerros MS
Friday, September 8th
- lunch, Club Fair, main quad
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🏫School & District Highlights
🐺Homecoming Highlights
👨🏻🎓Student News
🤝PTSA
🔰Career and College Center
🎓Academic Boosters
🎤San Ramon Voices
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🎺Wolf-Tones Instrumental Music
🎽Athletic Boosters
🏃🏻♀️Track & Field
⛳Men's Golf
🎓Class of 24 Updates
🚸District and Community Events
☎️Class Rep Contact Info
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SCHOOL & DISTRICT HIGHLIGHTS |
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COMING TO CAMPUS REMINDERS
If you will be coming to campus, please note the following reminders:
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OPT-IN TO RECEIVE CLASS COMMUNICATIONS
To receive communications for your student's class, including various school, SRVHS PTSA or non-school sponsored SRVHS Class specific event/activities, please complete the related form for your student. Click below:
Class of 2025 (link coming soon)
Class of 2026 (link coming soon)
Class of 2027 (link coming soon)
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BACK TO SCHOOL SCHOOLOGY INTRODUCTION
All students' families are encouraged to join Schoology so they can monitor their child's academic progress. By joining Schoology, you can view your child's classes, assignments, and grades.
To access your Schoology parent account, please log in at https://app.schoology.com using the same email address that is in Infinite Campus.
To ensure that you are able to access your account, staff members must use a personal email account for parent/caregiver accounts.
Our District's Technology Department has created a webpage to help parents navigate the digital classroom. If you have specific questions, please work with your child’s teacher.
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SRVUSD TB CLINICS AVAILABLE
All SRVUSD volunteers are welcome
NO appointment necessary
Review the TB risk assessment questionnaire ahead of time
If you believe you need a skin test, you must attend on 9/11 and return for a reading on 9/13
If you need a skin test, please bring $30 cash/check payable to SRVUSD
Clinic Dates/Times
Sept 7, 4-6 PM @ Los Cerros MS (Risk assessment only)
Sept 11, 4-6 PM @ Dougherty Valley HS Main Gym (Risk assessment & skin test injection)
Sept 13, 4-6 PM @ Iron Horse MS MPR (Risk assessment & test results read from 9/11 only)
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ACCESS REMINDERS FOR THE WEEK OF SEPT 5-SEPT 8
Students should use Responsive Scheduling in Infinite Campus to roster themselves into the Priority Access period for each scheduled class. They can do this on Monday in their classes, or prior. The goal of these two weeks is no movement - it's the practice of rostering themselves for Access.
Students should also roster themselves into an available Access class section somewhere on campus during any unscheduled class periods (applies to a number of students for 1st, 6th, & B Periods).
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PARKING TICKETING STARTS WEDNESDAY, 9/6
Parking ticketing begins Wednesday, 9/6.
- Please be sure to have a valid parking permit displayed on your vehicle.
- If someone parks in your spot or you are bringing a different vehicle, fill out the Parking Help form.
- The QR code is on the Attendance Office window
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The QR code is also linked on the parking website
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Parking spaces are still available. Please see the parking website to determine eligibility and access the parking application.
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CLUB FAIR ON FRIDAY, SEPT 8
Come to the Club Fair at lunch in the Main Quad on Friday, September 8th at Lunch. Come sign up for one of our over 100 clubs. Tentative Club list
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SENIOR HURRICANE HARBOR REMINDERS
We are excited to see all SRV Seniors on the Stadium field FRIDAY (9/15) at 8:30 AM for the 2023 Panoramic Picture! If you are attending Hurricane Harbor (HH), you will be cleared as an Activity Clear, and are eligible for athletics practices and games on Friday and Saturday. If you are not attending HH, then you are expected to attend class after the panoramic photo (yes you will be cleared late to 1st period)
For those attending HH, your ticket includes the panoramic picture, charter bus transportation, entrance to the park, and a catered lunch. The event starts at SRV for the panoramic photo at 8:30 AM and ends at SRV at 2:35 PM.
Information about Hurricane Harbor:
Students meet on the Stadium field Home side at 8:30 AM for the panoramic picture. After we take the picture, go to the Front Main Gym area for bus loading. We will return to SRVHS by 2:35 p.m. Bus assignments will be done next week.
Bring as little as possible to keep the day easy- just remember your towel, bathing suit, shorts, etc. Please be careful with expensive items – they won’t be supervised.
Innertubes will be free to use and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Lockers will still be charged.
At Hurricane Harbor these items are prohibited: Markers, Make Up Pens, and any items made of Glass are prohibited at Hurricane Harbor Concord. For a complete list of prohibited items, click here.
All Six Flags theme parks and waterparks are now completely Cashless. Hurricane Harbor Concord does have 3 Cash-to-Card conversion machines on site. Be advised that Six Flags in-park POS systems currently are not set up to accept Apple Pay, Google Pay, or any similar application-based payment methods of this type.
REFUNDS will NOT be issued
Lunch will be served at Luau Cove picnic pavilions from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM.
Student Menu: Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Chips, Baked Beans, Apples, Ice Cream Sandwiches, Soft Drinks
Veggie Burgers will be available upon request. Guests with dietary restrictions will be allowed to bring their own outside food into the park and into the picnic area.
Students can bring their own refillable water bottles, and refill them at the water stations throughout the day.
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LONG-RANGE FACILITIES PLANNING TOWN HALL MEETING
The integrated design firm LPA Design Studios have partnered with San Ramon Valley USD (SRVUSD) to create a roadmap for the next 15 years and beyond through a Districtwide Long-Range Facilities Development Planning process. The design team has begun working on conceptual design through collaboration with SRVUSD’s educators and campus site admin. SRVUSD is asking for the highest levels of community engagement to ensure all voices are heard. Please join us on September 20th, 5:30-7:30 PM for the Town Hall Meeting in the SRVHS Library.
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SAVE THE DATE FOR ADVOCACY DAY 2023 ON OCTOBER 27TH!
Get ready for Advocacy Day 2023! We've all faced many challenges in our schools and communities recently. Recognizing that, our focus this year will be on putting children and families first by encouraging connection, community, and civility. We are hoping to help our families and schools come together so we can all help our children thrive. Because after all...it's about the kids.
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SRVUSD BOARD RESOLUTIONS FOR SEPTEMBER
The Board of Education adopted the following resolutions for the month of September:
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FLOAT BUILDING
Please check with your class representatives to find out how you can help with float building.
We are VERY short of volunteers for the Annual Homecoming Festivities that begin in 19 DAYS! We NEED your support to make these events take place:
PARENT VOLUNTEER SIGN-UPS
The annual parade will begin on Friday, September 22, at 2:15. If you can help supply a truck or a convertible please email Janet Willford.
HOMECOMING DANCE
Saturday, September 23, 7:30-10pm
A huge outdoor dance festival with assorted appetizers, desserts, drinks, games, 2 DJs, Karaoke, Games, Casino, photo booths, and more! Ticket info coming soon!
Cash sales are in the attendance office at lunch with a student ID. Please remember that you may only buy one ticket per ID card. If you're planning to purchase your SRV student date's ticket, you need to have their ID number to purchase the ticket. You do not need a date to attend.
Remember there are no physical tickets issued to the Homecoming Dance. All sales are loaded onto our ID card system where we will scan all students at check-in the night of the dance. That is why you MUST bring your ID card to the dance, if you have lost your ID card, please see Mrs. Powers in the Attendance Office.
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PLEDGE TO HUMANITY MEETINGS START SOON
Pledge To Humanity Club is starting back up. The first lunch club meeting will be held on September 6th in the small auxiliary gym right at 12:20pm. Meetings will always be held on the first Wednesday of every month, in exception to holidays or breaks. We send reminders monthly.
If your child has participated in Pledge to Humanity programs, we invite you to join us for the 15th Annual Celebration on September 30th. We really need you there to celebrate this significant milestone and recognize the impact Pledge to Humanity had on your child and our community!
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NATIONAL HONORS SOCIETY MEETINGS START SOON
National Honor Society (NHS) is starting back up. The first lunch club meetings will be held on September 13th and 14th in B123 right at 12:20pm.
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EXCEPTIONAL EDUCATION COFFEE
Join us for Coffee with Principal Cottrell, Assistant Principal Litten, & More. This is a great opportunity for all Parents and Caregivers of students with IEP's and 504's to connect with other families and staff.
September 12th @ 9:30 AM
SRVHS, Room A201
Hosted by PTSA EEC
Please email ExceptionalEd@srvhsptsa.org with any questions. Thanks!
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PREPARING FOR A TEEN DRIVER - PARENT INFO NIGHT
As our teenagers begin their journey towards becoming responsible drivers, it's crucial that we equip them with the knowledge and skills they need to navigate the roads safely. Join us for an informative Parent Education Night hosted by greenlightsimulation.com in collaboration with SRVHS PTSA.
Tuesday, September 19th
6:30 PM
SRVHS Library
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SNACKS FOR OUR STAFF
We're baaaaack! Once again we are asking our generous community for snack and drink donations to help fuel our SRV staff during their monthly staff meetings. To help contribute joy, love and caffeine to this hard-working team, please check out the Stock the Staff Meetings SignUp Genius. We are requesting the first round of donations on Tuesday, 9/5. Many thanks for your support! With gratitude, the PTSA Staff Appreciation Committee
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CALLING ALL WOLFPACK ARTISTS
Students are invited to participate and submit original artwork aligned with the theme "I am Hopeful Because…" in any of these six categories:
- Dance Choreography
- Literature
- Photography
- Film Production
- Music Composition
- Visual Arts
The Reflections Art Program is a national art competition organized by National PTA. Submissions from artists at each school have the opportunity to advance through each level of the competition. Artwork will be judged by SRVHS PTSA, and are then sent on to councils and then districts for consideration. The final artworks submitted to California State PTA by districts are then considered for Outstanding Interpretation, Awards of Excellence or Awards of Merit.
How to enter:.
All SRVHS submissions will be digital. Refer to the rules for appropriate formats. Keep physical artwork in case your submission moves forward in the competition.
Submission deadline: Thursday, October 12, 2023, 9:00PM
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COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER |
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COLLEGE APPLICATION WORKSHOP DATES
Essay Topic Brainstorming: SEPT. 13-14,
Filling Out the Common Application:
SEPT. 19-21
First Draft Essay Review: OCT. 3-4
EA/ED/SCEA Essay Review: OCT. 9, 11
Filling Out the UC & CSU Application:
OCT. 18-19
UC Essay Review: NOV. 15-16
COLLEGE & CAREER NEWSLETTER
Check out this month's College & Career Newsletter to keep up to date on all things from the College & Career, including Workshop sign-up links during Access and B periods, College Rep Visit Cal
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24TH ANNUAL HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES RECRUITMENT FAIR FIELD TRIP
Calling all students interested in HBCUs.
The Black Student Union and The College & Career Center are looking for students who want to attend the U-CAN 24th Annual Historically Black Colleges and Universities Recruitment Fair 8-12:45, Tuesday, September 12.
Please submit your signed Permission Slip to Ms. Harding (B102) or Ms. Isom (D105) by noon, Thursday, September 7.
CALL FOR PARENT VOLUNTEERS
We are also looking for Be-A-Mentor Cleared Parent Volunteers to drive students to and from the fair. Contact Ms. Harding if you are available.
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SRVHS ACADEMIC BOOSTERS FALL COLLEGE PREP OPPORUNITIES
FYI, for those unaware, the College Board is transitioning the PSAT and SAT from pencil-and-paper format to digital format for the class of 2025 and younger. Becoming familiar with the new digital-format tests will be key for students to feel confident as they head into their official PSAT in October of Junior year. Below are some upcoming test prep options to consider for your student(s).
Fall SAT Bootcamp (4 on-line sessions beginning 9/11). Registration deadline is 9/7. Click on this link to register.
Understanding the New Digital SAT and PSAT: Tuesday, September 12, 2023. Registration deadline is 9/9. This is free, register here.
On-line Digital PSAT Workshop on 9/30. Registration deadline is 9/24. Click here to register.
Navigating the Critical Changes of Admissions Testing: Tuesday, October 3, 2023. Registration deadline is 9/30. This is free, register here.
SRVHS Academic Boosters Donors - **DON'T FORGET TO SUBMIT FOR MATCHING FUNDS**
Thank you so much to those who have donated to the SRVHS Academic Boosters! Your donations have an immediate impact on class size, academic, and elective opportunities at SRVHS!
Our fundraising goals also rely on corporate matching from generous employers. Last year, we received almost $40,000 from corporate matching. Help us do it again!
If your company matches charitable donations, please present your benefits administrator with a copy of your Future Fund Donation Receipt. You should have automatically received an email receipt on the day you donated. If you didn't click here. Submit your receipt along with the forms provided by your benefits administrator. You will need to supply your employer our address and Tax ID:
SRVHS Academic Boosters
P.O. Box 1004
Danville CA 94526
Tax ID: 68-0398728
If you donated by check, or if you have questions about this process, please email our corporate matching volunteers at srvhscorpmatch@gmail.com
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THANK YOU!
Thank you to all parents who attended our Parent Board meeting at Back to School Night!
CHARMS
All families new to Vocal Music please sign up in Charms. Visit CharmsOffice.com use the school code srvoices and login using your students first initial and late name. Please be sure to add yourself as an adult and the email address you would like to have on file for you. If you have any trouble getting in please contact membership@sanramonvoices.org for help.
SAVE THE DATE! October 6-8- Choir Retreat
Save the Date!! Choir retreat October 6-8 for all Concert Choir and Chambers Choir members. More details coming very soon. Look for forms to fill out for your child’s participation.
DONATE to San Ramon Voices anytime!
Registration is over, but you can still donate to San Ramon Voices all year long HERE.
Be sure to follow us for choir news and details of upcoming concerts and events:
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WOLF-TONES INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC |
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WOLF-TONES INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC BOOSTERS
Join us at our next virtual board meeting on Tuesday September 5th at 7 pm. All parents and students are welcome!
Want to learn more about Wolf-Tones, be a part of our Instrumental Music Boosters, or need more information about the music program? Visit our website at http://www.wolf-tones.org
2023/2024 WOLF-TONES BOARD AND VOLUNTEER POSITIONS
We’re excited for the Instrumental Music 2023/2024 year! It takes a village to keep our stellar program running smoothly. We welcome all families to join our Band Squad. Please see here for available Board and Volunteer positions. Contact Wolf-Tones Communications at wolftonescomm@gmail.com for more information on any of the positions.
MARCHING BAND FAMILIES:
The first home football game is September 15th. We are looking for a few more volunteers to help us set things up for the Band prior to the game, enjoy the Band’s performance and the game, and pack things up afterwards. To sign up use the link and look for the September 15th date!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409084FAAAD2CAAF58-marching#/
Go Wolves!
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JOIN ATHLETIC BOOSTERS
Booster Family Membership
Includes:
- Our new GOFAN mobile ticketing for 2 adults and 4 children.
- 1 Access Code to the Home Camera System streaming events live from the Main Gym, Stadium Field, Pool Facility, Baseball and Softball Fields as well as Away events that support live stream system. Codes are valid for one calendar year.
With GOFAN mobile ticketing 2 adults and 4 children will be given access into all SRVHS regular season home games with no gate fees. Admission is subject to building capacity. Not valid for Post Season or the Monte Vista basketball game. Your membership also will include discounts around our community with vendors that are supporting SRV.
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Athletic Boosters supports all 25 of our sports teams. Funds raised go to our overall Athletics Budget, Team Contributions and Student Scholarships. Athletic Booster Team Contributions are dictated by the percentage of Athletic Boosters! More specifically: $50 per Athlete direct to their team IF family is a Booster; this increases to $75 if over 50% of team are Boosters!!
GOFAN ACCESS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED ALONG WITH LIVE STREAM ACCESS VIA YOUR REGISTRATION EMAIL ADDRESS. Contact Patti Steele Vice President with any questions plsteele@msn.com Thank you for your support!
Your donation is tax-deductible to the full extent provided by law. No goods or services were provided in exchange for your contribution. Athletic Boosters is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit or qualified organization Tax ID: 94-3024536
A big THANK YOU to our SRV community for the generous support to fund the new SRV Weight Room- we have made our goal!
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WEIGHT ROOM SESSIONS
Mondays and Wednesdays, starting September 6
4-5PM in the Weight Room
Athletes should be running on their own for fitness. Those currently in SR sports are not allowed to attend our workouts.
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MENS GOLF FUNDRAISER
Menchies Frozen Yogurt
Tuesdays: August 22 - November 14
Time: 2:30 PM - 3:45 pm
Location: Quad in front of B building
Cost: $5 if paid by cash, $5.25 if paid by credit card/Apple Pay
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SENIOR DISNEYLAND GRAD NIGHT
Senior Trip to Disneyland Registration is open with ISA! SRV Senior Disneyland Trip May 19th (4 AM) to May 20th (10 AM), 2023! If you would like to attend the all-night Disney experience, follow the instructions here!
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DISTRICT AND COMMUNITY EVENTS |
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THE 2023 RUN FOR EDUCATION IS NOW OPEN!
The 40th edition of the San Ramon Valley Education Foundation’s annual Run for Education will be held on Sunday, October 8, 2023. Families are also encouraged to attend the Expo for Education, kicking off Saturday, October 7. A Friendship Run event for students with special needs as well as a Mini Run for children under six will also take place on Saturday.
The Run for Education, as part of the San Ramon Valley Education Foundation, supports the education of all students in the San Ramon Valley Unified School District. http://www.srvef.org/the-run
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CLASS REP CONTACTS & SOCIAL MEDIA
Parents ~ Please see the contact information below so you know who will be sending you class information and volunteer requests. Also, please follow SRVHS PTSA and your CLASS social media accounts for all of the latest news!
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SENIORS 2024
Jennifer Vasconi
Nicole Shay
JUNIORS 2025
Jill Forschler
Kerri Fitzgerald
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SOPHOMORES 2026
Beverly Kumar
Sucheta Kulkarni
FRESHMAN 2027
Erin Rose
Jenn French
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SRVHS PTSA & SRVHS SOCIAL MEDIA
Go Wolves!
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WOLF PACK WEEKLY
Please look for the Wolf Pack Weekly in your email on Sunday. The Wolf Pack Weekly is a digital newsletter produced by SRVHS PTSA and includes school-wide news, upcoming dates, and SRV announcements. Our goal is to provide information to our SRV community in an organized, consistent, and comprehensive manner.
CONTRIBUTORS - If you would like to submit information for inclusion in the Wolf Pack Weekly, please submit here before 5:00pm on Friday.
Please contact our SRVHS PTSA VP of Communications, Angela Ringlein, at
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San Ramon Valley High School PTSA
501 Danville Boulevard
Danville, CA 94526
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