January 30, 2018
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Black College Expo
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The National College Resource Foundation, in conjunction with San Diego County Office of Education and San Diego Unified School District, will be hosting “Black College Expo” for the first time here in San Diego. This is an amazing opportunity for all students to inquiry, apply, and receive on-the-spot admission and scholarships from the participating colleges and universities.
This event is in it’s 19th year and has provided opportunities for all students to attend college.
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Hamilton Music Director Visits Marshall Middle School
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Pictured: Marshall VPs Steve Olds, Kate Moffatt), Andre Ceulllo and Principal Michelle Irwin.
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On Friday January 26th, the students of Thurgood Marshall Middle School received a special visit from Andre Cerullo, Musical Director of the touring company of Hamilton. He spoke with students about dreams, working hard and accomplishing goals. He played several songs from the mega-hit musical while the students sung along.
https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/01/hamilton-music-director-visits-marshall.html
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Connect To Careers: Helping Youth Find Job In The Community
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ARE YOU 16 — 24 YEARS OLD AND LIVE IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY?
CONNECT2Careers wants to help you find a job.
A program of the San Diego Workforce Partnership, we help young adults secure employment using an online portal filled with thousands of local job and internship opportunities. We also provide in-person training opportunities so young people can build their résumés, practice elevator pitches, prepare for interviews and learn about our local labor market. When you sign up with us, you’ll even get your own Peer Job Coach who you can call, text, or direct message for help on your job search.
https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/01/connect-to-careers-helping-youth-find.html |
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The Great Kindness Challenge
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Many of our SDUSD students are participating in the Great Kindness Challenge at their schools this month. As part of a nationwide movement, students participate in activities each day at home, school & in their community that help create a culture of kindness. You and your family can participate in the Great Kindness Challenge as well.
Visit https://thegreatkindnesschallenge.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/GKC-2018-GKC-Family-Edition-Sample-Checklist.pdf for activities.
Speak with your student’s school counselor for more information on the activities taking place at your student’s school.
https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/01/the-great-kindness-challenge.html |
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Point Loma Unity Game
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Point Loma High School was proud to host our second annual "PLHS Unity Basketball Game".
This event incorporated some of our students with special needs into our Basketball and Cheer programs for several practices and one very fun co-ed game
The 2018 PLHS Unity Game will be held on Thursday Feb 1, 2018 @ 5:15pm.
This event is free to everyone.
Don't be late!
Click here for more photos
https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/01/point-loma-high-school-unity-game.html |
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2018 Summer School
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Summer School for current high school students who need credit recovery (students making up Ds and Fs) will be held this summer from June 18th through July 27th. The student application period is from January 29th through June 7th. Open summer school sites are: Clairemont (at CPMA Campus) Crawford, Henry, iHigh, Lincoln, Mira Mesa, and Morse. Students may take seat-time classes or online classes – NOT BOTH.
Please note: if a student is taking their classes online via iHigh, they must designate one of the open sites to take their proctored exams. Students can choose to attend any site.
The Summer School program consists of two 2 hour classes. Summer school runs for 4 hours and 20 minutes (two 2 hour classes and a 20 minute break). Start times are noted on the student summer school application.
(Note: there is no transportation for students to attend summer school.)
https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/01/2018-summer-school.html |
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| STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES |
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Don Diego Scholarship Foundation- College Scholarship
DON DIEGO SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION OFFERS $73,000 IN COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS TO 35 OUTSTANDING STUDENTS IN SAN DIEGO AREA
DEADLINE: 3/19/18
In 2018, Don Diego Scholarship Foundation will award a record $73,000 in college scholarships to 35 outstanding students who reside in the San Diego area and have participated in the San Diego County Fair and/or other activities associated with the Del Mar Fairgrounds.
Scholarships are offered in six categories. Individual awards range from $1,000 to $5,000. The deadline to apply is March 19, 2018. Eligibility details and applications are at www.dondiegoscholarship.org. For questions, contact cmannen@sdfair.com.
Click Here for More Information |
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CRUISE San Diego Mesa College
Creating Rich Unique Intellectual Student Experiences (CRUISE) is a fun and FREE 3-day college preparation program offered during the summer and winter for NEW, incoming students.
CRUISE will help you become confident and prepared for your first year at Mesa College!
- You will meet and engage with fellow incoming students
- You will connect with a Peer Navigator who will serves as a mentor throughout the academic year at Mesa
- You will get exposure to campus resources and clubs
- You will explore the college through a campus tour
- You will participate in academic and counseling workshops with faculty and staff
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Making College Possible Conference
College Avenue Compact presents the Making College Possible Conference. Free event open to all families. Conference will include: lunch, guest speakers, child care, resource fair, giveaways, live entertainment and fun activities for everyone.
College Workshops/Topics include: college options, financial aid, college tests, transition to college and support for undocumented students.
Date: Saturday, March 3, 2018
Time: 9am-1pm
Location: Hoover High School
Register Now at: bit.ly/CACregistration
This is a free event.
Workshops available in English, Spanish and Vietnamese.
For more info call (619) 594-0987.
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North Island Credit Union Annual Scholarship Program is Now Available
North Island Credit Union, A Division of California Credit Union is pleased to announce our Annual Scholarship Program is now available. Our program is designed to acknowledge exceptional students throughout the greater San Diego area. We will award 10 scholarships of $1,000 each to students who are motivated in their academic endeavors, active in their schools, and contributing to their community, giving back to others through their participation, service, and volunteer work. Submission of an essay and letter of recommendation will provide a testament to the character and abilities of the student applicant.
Applicant Qualifications
* Graduating high school senior enrolling into a two- or four-year college
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Community college student transferring into a four-year university
* Minimum 3.0 grade point average (GPA)
* Evidence of community and/or school involvement
Online applications are being accepted through March 16, 2018.
For more information or to apply visit northisland.ccu.com/scholarship |
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Cal Coast 2018 Foster Student Scholarship Program
This program is for college-bound high school seniors and current college students who are in or have been in the foster care program. The purpose of this scholarship is to assist foster students in furthering their education by enrolling in or continuing their studies at accredited colleges or universities.
To be eligible, the applicant must:
- Provide documentation that the applicant has been in the foster care program
- Have a cumulative high school or college grade point average (GPA) or equivalent of at least 2.5 (on a scale of 0-4.0). An official transcript (sealed) is required.
- Be accepted by or currently attend an accredited college or university on a full-time basis
- Submit a scholarship packet with all required components to the Cal Coast Cares Foundation, postmarked no later than March 31, 2018. No exceptions will be made. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Click here to view more details about the scholarship and download the application.
Each scholarship will be payable no later than December 31, 2018. Please send all scholarship applications to:
Cal Coast Cares Foundation
Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 502080
San Diego, CA 92150-2080
For more information, please contact California Coast Credit Union's Community Relations department at (858) 636-4233 or (858) 636-3012. |
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Black History Month Speech Contest
Thursday, February 22, 2018
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Horton Elementary School (Auditorium)
5050 Guymon St
San Diego, CA 92102
Sign up for one of the following grade levels to give a 2-minute speech about and African American person throughout Black History and win a prize!
Contestant must be enrolled in any school throughout San Diego County.
Grade Levels
Elementary School 2nd - 5th
Middle School 6th - 8th
High School 9th - 12th
To register visit: www.aaaesandiego.org |
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| UPCOMING EVENTS |
Tuesday
1/30/18
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Standley Qualcomm Excursion
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Tuesday
2/06/18
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2:00-7PM (Town & Country Hotel & Convention Center) |
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Wednesday
02/07/18
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DePortola USS Midway Excursion
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Wednesday
02/07/18
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Student Equity Ambassadors
5:00-6:30 PM (Ballard Parent Center 2375 Congress St, San Diego, CA 92110)
San Diego Unified School District is excited to empower, inspire and motivate students to serve as Student Equity Ambassadors as we work together to keep all students connected to their school and community through humble inquiry. Their input and voice is needed to continue the district and community conversation about defining success, identifying obstacles, and developing solutions that will benefit all San Diego Unified School District families. |
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Thursday
02/08/18
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Challenger Qualcomm Excursion
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Tuesday
02/13/18
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Innovation Qualcomm Excursion
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Wednesday
2/14/18
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Council of ASB Presidents Meeting
3:00-3:00 PM (Ed Center Room 2249) |
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Friday
2/16/18
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Lincoln Day Holiday
No School |
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Monday
2/19/18
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Washington Day Holiday
No School |
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Thursday
02/22/18
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Standley USS Midway Excursion
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Thursday
02/22/18
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Crawford Community Collaborative
10:00 AM-11:30 AM (Crawford High School)
Crawford Community Collaborative, made up of representatives from organizations and schools to provide an opportunity for ideas, communication, coordination, advocacy, and networking that support the students and families living and attending schools within the Crawford Cluster community. |
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Friday
02/23/18
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San Diego Military Collaborative
10:00 AM-11:30 AM (2133 Fenton Pkwy, San Diego, CA 92108)
Join us every month as we discuss a current trend affecting military families in San Diego and network with representatives from over 100 organizations! |
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| For a complete list of upcoming Secondary Schools events visit our on-line calendar or your school's website. |
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For more information about the Office of Secondary Schools please visit our website at sandi.net/oss |
