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Get Involved with the Shared Schoolyard Program
High school students can earn community service hours by participating in the Shared Schoolyard's Beautification Days with SFUSD. The Shared Schoolyard Program works toward enhancing the well-being of individuals and the community, and promoting security, support, and good health for all. Sign up with a friend!
Next Beautification Day:
Saturday, Dec. 14, at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academic Middle School, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Learn about how to register.
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Spotlight on Balboa Red Cross Club
"Every event and meeting connects back to the core values of the Red Cross, helping our members grow in leadership, build essential skills, and make a positive impact in our community—all while having a great time," says Kamryn Le, the Balboa High School Red Cross Club President.
Most recently the club held an event called
"Cards for Veterans," in honor of Veterans Day. The event brought together members/volunteers to create heartfelt thank-you cards for veterans to show appreciation and gratitude for their service and sacrifice. Read more about Red Cross Youth Clubs. |
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Inclusive Schools Week - Dec. 2-6, 2024
Every year SFUSD staff, families, and students celebrate Inclusive Schools Week. It is an important opportunity for school sites across the district to focus on ways to deepen the sense of belonging for all students. This year's theme is "Every Voice Matters." Get involved by reading inclusive books, checking out the inclusive Arts Showcase, or listening to interviews from the Disability Visibility Project.
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Financial Empowerment: Tips from Kingsley Yee, SFUSD Personal Finance Specialist
With Black Friday Deals coming up...POP Quiz!
Question: Seventy percent of people in which generation made an impulsive purchase last holiday season?
A. Gen Z (ages 18-27)
B. Millennials (28-43)
C. Gen Xers (44-59)
D. Baby Boomers (60-78)
Answer: Gen Z!
When asked what inspired their unplanned or impulse purchase(s) last year, 44% of purchasers say they thought the purchase was a good deal, or it was on sale. Others say it made a good holiday gift for someone else (38%); they wanted to treat themselves (29%); it was something they had previously considered buying (27%); or it was inspired by social media posts (22%)." -Bankrate
Recommendations:
1. Make some changes on your social media feed so you aren't tempted to make impulse purchases by:
- Hiding ads or mark them as 'irrelevant.'
- Unfollowing shopping pages
- Limiting engagement with shopping posts
- Modifying ad preferences
2. Set a spending limit AND stick to it.
3. Team up for group gifts. If you want to give a bigger gift, pool money with friends or siblings to split the cost.
4. Remember that the holidays are about spending time with loved ones, not buying expensive things. |
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Counselor's Corner: Tips from Mariana Chavez-Picazo, Lead Counselor
Almost Final Exam Season!
As you get ready to end the fall semester, you may be thinking about how you can get ready for exams and quizzes to do your best! Check out this Study Skills Self-Assessment to assess your academic habits or strategies, how you might be able to improve study habits and tips to get ready.
Learn the Basics of Paying for College!
Hey, Juniors and Seniors! 🎓💸 Ready to start thinking about life after high school and how to make those dreams a reality? Check out our Financial Aid Curriculum—a fun, practical way to learn what it takes to secure scholarships, grants, and all kinds of funding for college or career programs. Note: The CA Student Aid Commission (which handles financial aid applications for undocumented students) is dedicated to keeping students' information safe and secure. Learn more.
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High School Credit Recovery
The next session of in-person and online high school credit recovery classes will start in early 2025. There will be evening or Saturday class options. Talk to your counselor for registration details. Distance Learning classes are offered via Google Meet and Google Classroom. Learn more. |
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Calling All High School Artists! Participate in a Creative Competition Celebrating Dr. King's Legacy
The Cow Palace event venue in Daly City is hosting a creative competition to celebrate the birthday of Dr. King. The contest celebrates and builds on Dr. King’s historic Cow Palace appearance. Entries should be respectful to all cultures, races, religions, and orientations, and be uplifting and inspiring. Students will submit work to the Cow Palace where it will be displayed in an exhibit and reception open to the public on Tuesday, Feb. 4 in the evening. Students, their families, teachers, and friends are invited to attend.
SFUSD High School students: Submit online by Jan. 24 or deliver by 6 p.m. on Jan. 24 (art & photography should be submitted in person.) Poetry, essays, and videos may be submitted digitally by emailing SITL@cowpalace.com.
There is no fee to enter the contests. Some money/electronics prizes awarded for Best of Show in each category and overall winner.
SFUSD neither endorses nor sponsors the organization or activity described in this post. This distribution is provided as a community service. |
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"I’m in the Health and Behavioral Sciences pathway, also known as HBS. This pathway is mainly based on different careers within the healthcare field. Through my time at John O’Connell, I've done a total of four different internships: the Promise Initiative at the VA hospital, the FACES internship at General Hospital, The Boys and Girls Club internship, and lastly The Case Study Project with the Giants.
"My experience in the HBS pathway helped me prepare myself when it came to applying to a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program. They helped me prepare by giving me an overview of what a CNA does on a daily basis. I also learned about places they work and with whom they work, and I'm more aware of what to expect. I've felt incredibly thankful for all the support my teachers, staff, and mentors have provided over these last four years. I've been able to grow as a scholar and a person, and I've been able to grow more passionate about my career with all these opportunities I've been given."
-Jasmina Reyes, senior at John O’Connell High School |
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"I’m inspired by my students' enthusiasm and determination to work towards meeting their individualized educational goals."
-Sarah Liljedahl, M.Ed, Adapted Physical Education Teacher, George Washigton High School |
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Lincoln High School Sports Highlights
1 & 5 - Lincoln Dragonboat teams, which won medals at Club Crew World Championships in Ravenna, Italy in September 2024.
2 - Lincoln Girls' Flag Football team which will play on Nov. 28 in Kezar Stadium for a championship game.
3 & 4 - Cyrus and Angela, two Lincoln Cross Country runners, both in 10th grade.
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Thank You, High School Student Volunteers!
Pictured: Some of the high school student volunteers who helped during the Oct. 22 Special Olympics Skills Event at the South Sunset Soccer Fields. Kids from over 20 SFUSD elementary schools participated! Read more about SFUSD and Special Olympics. |
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Wellness Tip From a Yoga Teacher:
As the weather gets chilly, it's easy to forget the joys (and benefits) of being outside in fresh air. Try to fit in an open air workout or a walk outside when you can. Notice the changes in nature since you started school.
Exercise within your limits. Never force, strain, or practice through pain. Seek medical attention and advice as appropriate. |
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SFUSD schools will be closed from Nov. 25-29.
Early Education sites will be closed Nov. 27-29.
SFUSD offices will be closed Nov. 28-29.
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Student and Family Services Division |
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Expulsions/Suspensions
Student Attendance Review Board
Records Requests |
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Transcript & Work Permit Office |
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Student transcripts
Work Permits
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Student Nutrition Services |
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Breakfast + Lunch program
Free/reduced lunch applications
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Transportation for students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
General Education busing
Transportation bus service for paid, athletic, and art program trips
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Student enrollment
Language assessments
Address change
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555 Franklin Street
1520 Oakdale Avenue
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Don’t see what you’re looking for and need assistance? Contact Student Family School Resource Link
Call 415-340-1716 * or email sflink@sfusd.edu or see the Contact Us page
*Hours of operation for the phone are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (Closed from 12 p.m - 1 p.m every day). Phones will also be closed on school holidays. Callers can leave a voicemail at all hours. |
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