February 13, 2018

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Discover Engineers Week
	In addition to amazing STEM internship opportunities for San Diego Unified seniors, Northrop Grumman is partnering with the Office of Secondary Schools to share the cutting edge world of engineering with our middle schools. See below for events scheduled for E-week 2018 and for more information about the James Web Space Telescope.
	Tuesday, February 20 ArduSat: Space Out! Northrop Grumman employees will work with Marston Middle School students to building Arduino Planet-Finding CubeSats. Students will participate in two James Webb Space Telescope inspired experiments using luminosity and infrared sensors.
	Wednesday, February 21 Snap Circuits Northrop Grumman employees will provide Roosevelt Middle School students with an overview of how circuitry may be used in various forms of engineering and guide them through a snap circuit exercise. Engineers will visit Pershing Middle School to share with students some of the exciting aerospace projects our engineers design, develop and launch. To help inspire the next generation of STEM professionals, the discussion will also include a special showing of the new James Webb Space Telescope documentary titled “Into the Unknown.”
	Thursday, February 22 Introduce a Girl to Engineering (Girls Day) Northrop Grumman is participating in the national effort to Introduce a Girl to Engineering. Lewis Middle School students will visit our site to meet female engineers and collaborate on innovation themed projects.
	Friday, February 23 Engineers will visit Challenger Middle School to share with students some of the exciting aerospace projects our engineers design, develop and launch. To help inspire the next generation of STEM professionals, the discussion will also include a special showing of the new James Webb Space Telescope documentary titled “Into the Unknown.” https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/02/discover-engineers-week.html

Read Across America 2018
	In celebration of Dr. Seuss' 114th birthday, Mira Mesa High School's Seminar Program presents: Read Across America 2018. The event will take place on Thursday, March 1 from 8:30am -11:30am and on Friday, March 2 from 8:30 to 1:30pm. Local Kindergarten students will participate in a day full of fun Dr. Seuss related activities. From watching Dr. Seuss' stories come to life in student-produced Reader's Theater plays to creating Dr. Seuss-themed arts and crafts. It is the mission of Mira Mesa High School's students to instill in each participant the love of learning that every child in America deserves. https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/02/read-across-america-2018.html

Serra High School Student Named a Distinguished Finalist in California's Top Youth Volunteers of 2018
	Distinguished Finalist: Sarah Ruhe, 17, senior at Serra High School, led the charge in persuading her school administration to adopt the Rachel's Challenge anti-bullying program, and since her junior year has served as president of the "Friends of Rachel Club" that organizes acts of kindness for students and staff. After benefiting from Rachel's Challenge programming in middle school, Sarah worked diligently to ensure that similar programming was offered at her high school, too. Click here for more information. https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/02/serra-high-school-student-named.html

2018 JROTC Regulation Drill Competition
Patrick Henry High School team and unit commanders accept the Captain J. Moreno Trophy from MOWW member Cpt. Debbie Kash	While the sound of the school bell signals the end of the school day to many students, for over a thousand JROTC cadets countywide, it serves as a reminder to head over to their JROTC unit areas to practice for the annual San Diego Unified School District Regulation Drill competition. Cadets from each grade level participate in competitive tryouts within their respective units for the honor of representing their schools at drill competitions, often dedicating several hours each day practicing their drill technique to distinguish themselves from their peers. Once the best of the best have been selected by their cadre and unit leaders, they spend countless hours perfecting their drill movements and execution. The culmination of these extensive practices is the first phase of the annual San Diego Unified School District JROTC Regulation Drill Competition, consisting of the Best Drilled Platoon and Best Drilled Squad competitions. This year, the event was held in two phases; the first having taken place at Serra High School on December 9th, 2017, the second, on Saturday, January 20, 2018, at James Madison High School. Teams from each of the 13 units came together in fiercely competitive drill events, where they were closely evaluated by several military officials serving as judges for the competition. Each unit aims to achieve the highest overall score possible in each category to attain the coveted Captain J. Moreno Best Drilled Unit Trophy, awarded annually to the SDUSD JROTC unit whose performance in regulation drill exceeds that of all others in the brigade. The award, named after the late U.S. Army nurse and former San Diego High School cadet Captain Jennifer Moreno, serves to commemorate her superior dedication and service to her country and community, and is an immense source of pride for any unit deemed worthy of an award bearing her name. The recipient of this year’s Captain Moreno Trophy went to Patrick Henry High School, for its outstanding overall performance in all aspects of the Regulation Drill Competition. This year’s first place winners in individual events include Morse High AJROTC’s First-year Color Guard, Scripps Ranch High AFJROTC’s Varsity Color Guard, Patrick Henry High NJROTC’s First-year and Third-year Best Drilled Individuals (BDIs), Platoon Drill Team, and Squad Drill Team, and Point Loma High NJROTC’s Second-year and Fourth-year BDIs. Congratulations to all winners and all teams that participated! https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/02/2018-jrotc-regulation-drill-competition.html

Take Me Home Registry
	*What is the Take Me Home Program?* The "Take Me Home" registry promotes communication and gives Law Enforcement quick access to critical information about a registered person with disabilities in a police emergency by capturing information such as a full description, routine/favorite attractions, communication, emergency contact information, as well as other special needs the registered person may require. The “Take Me Home” Program is a regional photo-based information system hosted by the Sheriff’s Department accessible by all Law Enforcement in San Diego. It is designed to assist Law Enforcement (Police and Sheriff) during contacts with members of the community who have disabilities such as, but not limited to Autism, Dementia, Alzheimer’s, Down syndrome, deafness or any other Developmental Disabilities. The program promotes communication and gives Law Enforcement access to critical information about the individual enrolled. The Take Me Home Program can provide Law Enforcement with emergency contact information, detailed physical descriptions, photograph of the individual, known routines, favorite attractions, or special needs of the individual. This information can assist Law Enforcement in communicating with, locating a residence for, or handling an emergency involving an individual with special needs. This program has photo recognition technology attached to it. If an individual is located and cannot communicate, a photograph of the individual can be taken in the field, sent electronically and checked against those in the Take Me Home Registry for similarity or a match. https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/02/take-me-home-registry.html

Crawford Student Named One of San Diego Hall Of Champions Stars of the Month
	*RICHARD RECINOS, Boys Soccer, Crawford* Despite playing a strong schedule for a Division III team, the Colts’ senior, who is headed to Heidelberg University in Ohio, averaged almost a goal a game, finding the back of the net 17 times. When Recinos wasn’t scoring, he was getting the ball to his teammates, chalking up 13 assists.

Resource Fair for Out of School Youth
	The Department of Reconnection with be hosting our first *Resource Fair* for *Out of School Youth. This resource fair will provide information and guidance for students age 16 - 20 who are currently not enrolled in an education program. Receive information and resources on connecting to school* Pick up free school supplies Win gift cards Grab a snack The Fair will be on Thursday, March 1st, from 10:30 – 11:30 at the Jackie Robinson YMCA, 151 YMCA Way, San Diego, CA 92102.

Scripps Ranch High School Butterfly Effect
	The Butterfly Effect embodies a concept popularized by Mahatma Gandhi: “”Be the change you want to see in the world.” The Butterfly Effect Mission Statement is as follows: The Butterfly Effect is an underground movement redefining philanthropy one “butterfly” at a time by providing individuals the opportunity to give to a cause close to their heart. Harnessing the power of social media, we create a ripple effect of contagious generosity through our Butterfly Drops and Wahl2Wall installations. We recognize that we can be the change we want to see in the world by facilitating small acts of kindness, encouraging generosity, and promoting creativity. The Butterfly Effect is an international organization founded in San Diego. The Butterfly Effect focuses on creating a positive impact beyond an individual, and into schools, communities, and the rest of the world. Recently, the Butterfly Effect Initiative has brought this movement to Scripps Ranch High School. The Butterfly Effect represents hope and transformation. Scripps Ranch High School students have created a beautiful butterfly on their school campus where students and staff come together to take pictures and meet new friends on campus. Students were brought in for an assembly and were asked to reflect on the following questions- What lights you up ? (What brings you so much happiness/fills you up?) What breaks your heart? (What do you wish you had the power to change?) If you had a sum of money to donate and make a difference, where would you want it to go and why? As students reflected on their own life experiences, they gave powerful answers from the heart. Their answers ranged from giving their time to organizations for people with special needs, to saving animals, and helping their own peers. The experience was very moving! Click Here For More Photos: https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/02/scripps-ranch-high-school-butterfly.html

STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES
	Jumpstart Your Success: Cash In On Community College On Saturday, March 10, 2018, 8:30am-1:00pm, Mesa College will be hosting “Jumpstart Your Success: Cash In on Community College”, a FREE event for prospective students, their families, and their friends. The event this year combines two of our very popular events – “Saturday on the Mesa: Jumpstart Your Success” and “Cash In on Community College” – and will be an opportunity for students to learn about Mesa programs and services as well as get information on Financial Aid options and FAFSA completion assistance. The campus will be open and we will be hosting a variety of workshops and presentations, a comprehensive resource fair, and lunch while supplies last! There will also be opportunity drawings at lunch for four (4) $250 scholarships! Click Here To Register https://ossstudentopportunities.blogspot.com/2018/02/on-saturday-march-10-2018-830am-100pm.html

	Opportunity Summit 2018: Initiate 43,000. That is the estimated number of young people in San Diego County who are NOT in school or working. These young adults are opportunity youth. Last year, 500+ changemakers met at Opportunity Summit: Flip the Script to understand the story of San Diego County's opportunity youth. Join us for Opportunity Summit 2018: Initiate as we step up our collective efforts to cut the rate and halve the gap by 2020--our region's call to action. The summit will be a diverse gathering of our region's young adults, employers, workforce professionals, service providers, educators, funders, parents, community members, elected leaders and more. Will you join us? Date: Thursday, April 12, 2018 Time: 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Location: Town & Country, 500 Hotel Circle North, San Diego, CA 92108 The General Admission cost is $50, but the Office of Secondary School has a limited number of free seat, available. Contact Stacey Seiders at 619-725-7125 sseiders@sandi.net if interested - but hurry they "sell out" fast! https://ossstudentopportunities.blogspot.com/2018/02/opportunity-summit-2018-initiate.html

	Student Art Contest Celebrate Success! Once again, the Association of California School Administrators (ACSA) and F3 Student AwardsTM are partnering to Celebrate Success by sponsoring a statewide art contest for all K-12 public education students. The 2018 contest is Now Open. Ten students each win $250 Two winners in each grade span: K-2; 3-5; 6-8; 9-10; 11-12 Each “Celebrate Success” winner receives a $250 check sponsored by F3 Student AwardsTM. Contest eligibility: All California public education students, grades K-12. Deadline: Entries must be postmarked no later than February 28, 2018. Click here for more information https://ossstudentopportunities.blogspot.com/2018/02/student-art-contest.html

	Essay Contest: Why Education Matters High School Seniors Can Win $1000 To affirm our commitment to academic excellence, the California Association of Latino Superintendents and Administrators (CALSA) and F3 Student AwardsTM (F3) have created an annual essay contest awarding five education awards of $1,000 each for high school students. The 2018 contest now open. TOPIC: Why Education Matters How do you define success and the role of education in helping you achieve your goal? What are your unique passions and interests? Tell us how you plan to use these personal qualities and experiences to achieve your plans for the future. PRIZES: Each of the five winners of the CALSA / F3 "Why Education Matters Essay" Contest will receive a $1000 education award. ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility for the education awards is reserved exclusively for seniors attending a public high school in California and planning to attend a community college or a four-year university upon graduation in June 2018 SUBMISSION DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 28, 2018 by 5:00 p.m. Click here for more information. https://ossstudentopportunities.blogspot.com/2018/02/essay-contest-why-education-matters.html

	Photography Contest: Education for All High School Seniors Can Win $1000 To affirm our commitment to the artistic talents of our state's students, the California Association of African-American Superintendents and Administrators (CAAASA) and the F3 Student AwardsTM (F3) program are partners in "Education for All," an annual photography contest that provides five student education awards of $1000 each to high school seniors. TOPIC: Diversity, Collaboration, Achievement. What do the themes of Diversity, Collaboration, and Achievement in an educational setting look like to you? Find an image that illustrates these central themes and what they mean to today's students. PRIZES: Each of the five winners of the CAAASA / F3 "Education for All" Photography Contest will receive a $1000 education award. ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility for the award is reserved exclusively for seniors attending a public high school in California and planning to attend a community college or four-year university upon graduation. DISCLAIMER: CAAASA and F3 do not assume responsibility for lost, late, misdirected, and illegible entries, all of which will be disqualified. Contest Rules: SUBMISSION DEADLINE: February 28, 2018. Click here for more information. https://ossstudentopportunities.blogspot.com/2018/02/photography-contest-education-for-all.html

	Girls Take Flight! Girls Take Flight is an innovative new program launching in February 2018 to provide 10th and 11th grade girls extensive hands-on experience building and flying drones as well as exploring their many uses. Eligibility: Female Currently (2017/2018 School Year) in 10th or 11th Grade Attends Crawford High School, Gompers Preparatory Academy, Hoover High School, Lincoln High School, Morse High School, or O'Farrell Charter School An Infomation session will be held to introduce students to opportunities to participate in a week-long camp and a 32-week internship. Participation in a week-long camp includes learning how to construct, repair, and fly drones. Camp also includes a field trip to a local drone company where students see drones being used in real-world applications. 32-week internship will explore the use of drones in addition to building on knowledge of constructing, repairing, and flying a drone. Students will also conduct field research and become FAA certified drone pilots. Click here to RSVP for the Informational Session

	Mission Hills 5 K Run/Walk

For more student opportunities, please visit the Office of Secondary Schools website

UPCOMING EVENTS
Tuesday 02/13/18		Innovation Qualcomm Excursion Click Here for More Information

Tuesday 02/13/18		Prepare and File Your Federal & State Income Taxes For Free 11:00 AM-7:00 PM (Logan Heights Branch Library, 567 South 28th St., San Diego, CA 92113) Click Here To Download Flyer

Wednesday 2/14/18		Council of ASB Presidents Meeting 3:00-5:00 PM (Ed Center Room 2249)

Friday 2/16/18		Lincoln Day Holiday No School

Monday 2/19/18		Washington Day Holiday No School

Thursday 02/22/18		Standley USS Midway Excursion Click Here for More Information

Thursday 02/22/18		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.

Friday 02/23/18		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!

Wednesday 2/28/18		City Heights Roundtable 8:30-10:00 AM (Copley-Price Family YMCA, 4300 El Cajon Blvd) City Heights Roundtable, 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 City Heights community.

Wednesday 02/28/18		Dana Qualcomm Excursion Click Here for More Information

Thursday 03/01/18		Notification of Fall 2018 UC Admission Decisions Begins

Friday 03/02/18		UC Deadline For Applicants For All Terms To Submit FAFSA and CAL Grant Verification Form http://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/dates-deadlines/index.html

Tuesday 03/06/18		Grant USS Midway Excursion Click Here for More Information

Wednesday 03/07/18		Student Equity Coalition 5:00-6:30 PM (Hoover High School, 4474 El Cajon Blvd)

Thursday 03/08/18 - Saturday 3/10/18		First Robotics Competition (Del Mar Fairgrounds) Click Here For More Information

Thursday 03/08/18		Bethune Qualcomm Excursion Click Here for More Information

Saturday 03/10/18		Jumpstart Your Success: Cash In On Community Collge 8:30AM - 1:00PM (San Diego Mesa College, 7250 Mesa College Dr, San Diego, CA 92111) This event will be an opportunity for students to learn about Mesa College programs and services as well as get information on Financial Aid options and FAFSA completion assistance. The campus will be open and we will be hosting a variety of workshops and presentations, a comprehensive resource fair, and lunch while supplies last! There will also be opportunity drawings at lunch for four (4) $250 scholarships!

Tuesday 03/13/18		Golden Hill Qualcomm Excursion Click Here for More Information

Thursday 03/15/18 - Saturday 03/17/18		Rotary Camp Enterprise (Camp Cedar Glen) Click Here for More Information

Saturday 03/17/18		ROTC Cadet Ball 8:00PM - Midnight (Town and Country Hotel, 500 Hotel Circle)


For a complete list of upcoming Secondary Schools events visit our on-line calendar or your school's website.