February 5, 2018

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Black College Expo
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. Buses will be provided at the following locations: Morse, Crawford, Hoover, Lincoln, and San Diego High—leaving each respective school at 3pm and returning around 7pm.


National School Counseling Week is February 5-9, 2018. During this week, School Counselors across the nation are celebrated for their important work, through the American School Counselor Association, School Districts and various educational communities. This year’s recognition theme is: School Counselors: Helping Students Reach for the Stars. National School Counseling week highlights the tremendous impact school counselors have in supporting student achievement and life success. School Counselors are critical partners in the development of our children and youth as they support the Academic, Socio Emotional and College and Career readiness of all students. The Counseling and Guidance Department would like to thank you for appreciating the work our PK-16 School Counselors do within our diverse communities, as they positively impact and change students’ lives. School counselors foster students’ inquiry about their unique and individual abilities, strengths, interests and talents. School counselors work in partnership with the school community, students, parents and community organizations to support students’ development, personal and educational growth. The school counseling profession is focused on creating systemic change and leadership within our individual educational communities. ASCA School Counseling Mindsets & Behaviors describe the knowledge, skills and attitudes students need in order to achieve their life and career goals. Through an Integrated Multi-Tier System of Support (IMTSS), School Counselors seek to understand systems of prevention and intervention within the school community. This integration supports collaboration across disciplines to better understand our students and remove possible barriers to educational success. Please support our District in honoring School Counselors for their dedication and service to our students, families, staff and community. The American School Counselor Association has additional resources you can access in recognition of National School Counseling Week. Please use the link below for celebration ideas: http://www.schoolcounselor.org/school-counselors-members/about-asca-(1)/national-school-counseling-week We thank you for your partnership and ongoing support as we relentlessly continue to Unlock the Genius of Our Students, Maximizing their Growth with and in Every Interaction.

Morse High School Wins Teen Iron Chef
	On Thursday, January 18, San Diego Unified Culinary Arts and Management students battled each other and first year culinary arts students from the Art Institute of California – San Diego. They prepared a three-course meal with a secret ingredient in the 14th Annual San Diego Teen Iron Chef competition. This year’s winning team was from Morse High School. They have competed for five years and is their first win. The students had one hour to make three courses all from scratch. They were judged not only on taste and appearance but also safety and sanitation, communication, knife skills and organization. Every year the competition gets tougher. Judges are major players in culinary like Deborah Scott from the Cohn Group, Claudia Sandoval winner of Master Chef, the executive chef of the Brigantine Group, Ken Irving, owner of Bleu Boheme and more. Congratulations to Morse High School, all the competing teams and their teachers for showcasing the excellent work students are doing. Click here for CBS 8 News Report Click here for video during the competition Click here for more photos from the event: https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/01/morse-wins-teen-iron-chef.html

San Diego State University Engineering Compact
	Did you know that students from SDUSD high schools who are also enrolled in the Project Lead the Way Engineering courses at their high school have an opportunity to participate in the San Diego State University Preferred Admission Program? This program is a unique partnership between the San Diego State University School of Engineering and the California Project Lead the Way Affiliate Institute. Students who are interested in obtaining an engineering degree from SDSU are encourage to apply as early as their freshman year in high school (grade 9). Several steps and requirements are needed to qualify for the program. Interested students and families are highly encourage to speak with their student’s high school counselor and click here to view the program requirements. More information about the program can be found at: http://www.pltwcalifornia.org/view-content/50/Engineering-Compact.html https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/01/san-diego-state-university-engineering.html

Roosevelt Middle School - Unlocking Their Genius
	Hundreds of Roosevelt Middle School “RoughRiders” are participating in the Unlocking Their Genius experience. Counselors first guide students through the Thrively strengths assessment. This is a series of engaging questions about their interests, career aspirations and extracurriculars that ultimately produces a profile uncovering their passions, and innate strengths. This is an exciting approach to educating the whole child through an immersive experience. We are very proud of the Roosevelt counseling team helping each child Unlock Their Genius. https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/02/roosevelt-middle-school-unlocking-their.html

E2E and University of San Diego
	Kearny’s E2E lab was created in partnership with the USD Institute for Entrepreneurship in Education department as a way to help get students more exposure to industry, post-secondary options, and work-based learning opportunities. Since opening in September, this lab has offered experiences for 1761 students* in conjunction with 9 industry partners. (*Note: number reflects student experiences. Individual students may have used the lab more than one time.) Kearny’s students are being exposed to a whole new way of learning. What happens when you take the walls off the classroom? Anything you want! The excitement is being felt around the campus and the cluster, but there is a need to capture how valuable this innovative approach to education really is. E2E lab coordinator, Candice Fee, is working closely with Yaoran Li, Research Associate at USD, to develop a comprehensive survey that will be given to students before and after their E2E lessons to determine the impact the experiences have made on student mindset, self-efficacy, and self-esteem.

Lincoln High's Cancer & Diabetes Awareness Event


Student Equity Ambassadors
	The 2017-18 Student Equity Ambassadors met at Kearny High School in December to prepare for the January Student Equity Coalition. Students analyzed CHKS survey data and discussed it with their fellow Student Equity Ambassadors. They participated in a Socratic Seminar and spent some time getting to know each other a little better.
	Then in January, the 2017-18 Student Equity Ambassadors joined community members and partners, families, board members, district and school site staff at Scripps Ranch High School for the January Student Equity Coalition. A solution-centered model was used to continue the discussion on ways to improve the connection, involvement, and inclusion of all students. Student Equity Ambassadors Johnny Nguyen from Madison High School and Maya Salameh from San Diego High School helped host the event alongside the Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Department’s Program Manager and Resource Teacher. The Student Equity Ambassadors used CHKS survey data and personal experiences to share their thoughts and opinions and worked with other attendees to ideate and develop prototypes. https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/02/student-equity-ambassadors.html

Celebrating African Heritage- Family Movie Night
	Every Friday in February at 6 PM, the Malcolm X Library (5148 Market Street, San Diego, CA 92114) is hosting Family Movie Night in the Performance Annex. Doors open at 5:30 - Movie begins at 6 PM - Mark your calendars.
	February 9th - Queen of Katwe Living in the slum of Katwe in Kampala, Uganda, is a constant struggle for 10-year-old Phiona and her family. Her world changes one day when she meets Robert Katende, a missionary who teaches children how to play chess. Phiona becomes fascinated with the game and soon becomes a top player under Katende's guidance. Her success in local competitions and tournaments opens the door to a bright future and a golden chance to escape from a life of poverty. Based on a True Story.
	February16th - Rabbit Proof Fence Set in 1931, RABBIT-PROOF FENCE brings to the screen the horrific consequences of a British policy that removed Australian children who were of mixed white/Aboriginal background from their homes (a practice that continued until the 1970s). In this true story, Molly Craig, her sister Daisy, and their cousin Gracie are all "half castes," what the British call children of mixed-race couples. Their British fathers have long since left, and their homes are with their mothers in Jigalong, an area along a rabbit-proof fence that cuts through the middle of Australia. British officials, wanting to improve the upbringing of all half-castes, forcibly take the children to an internment camp where they are to be trained as domestic workers and integrated into society. Once there, Molly's longing for her home is so strong that she makes an escape with her sister and cousin, following the fence to get back to Jigalong.
	February 23rd - Amazing Nina Simone The only documentary film to tell the story of the singer, songwriter, pianist and activist through over 50 exclusive and intimate interviews with the people who knew Nina best; her friends, family, musicians, and fellow activists – including San Diego’s Dr. Carroll Waymon. https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/01/celebrating-african-heritage-family.html

SDUSD Althetic Highlights
	Clairemont High Girls Varsity Wrestling finishes 3rd place at Steele Canyon Tournament Morse High Baseball Alumni Game Clairemont High School student athlete makes his college announcement

STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES
	San Diego County Citizen's Scholarship Foundation Need-Based Scholarships for First-Year, Full-Time College Students in San Diego County sdccsf.org Eligibility Requirements 1. Be a senior in high school in San Diego County 2. Be a resident of San Diego County for the last year 3. Plan to attend an accredited college in San Diego County 4. Plan to attend college full-time in Fall 2018 and Spring 2019 5. Demonstrate a financial need There is no minimum GPA or citizenship requirement Application Available: January 1, 2018 Application Deadline: March 2, 2018 Application available online at http://sdccsf.org/applicants/ or from your school counselor SDCCSF, PO Box 7484, San Diego, CA 92167 \| scholarship@sdccsf.org \| call or text 619-354-7974

	2018 Saving Endangered Species Youth Art Contest The Endangered Species Coalition (ESC) is pleased to announce our 2018 Saving Endangered Species Youth Art Contest, which is open to K-12 grade students, including those who are homeschooled or belong to a youth/art program. The contest is an integral part of the 13th annual Endangered Species Day on May 18, 2018. Deadline: March 1, 2018 http://www.endangered.org/campaigns/endangered-species-day/saving-endangered-species-youth-art-contest/

	Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Scholarships One-time $1,000.00 for the following Scholarships: EMRJJ Scholarship for Future Female Engineers Octavia Coleman HBCU Scholarship Pearlen Denmon Memorial Scholarship These scholarships are available to female San Diego county African American high school seniors who will attend accredited 4-year colleges and universities in Fall of 2018. Deadline: March 28, 2018 Click here for eligibility criteria and application.

	San Diego Education Fund (SDEF) Teacher Scholarship Minimum Requirements A senior in high school in the San Diego Unified School District (including charter schools) Plan to pursue a career in teaching Plan to attend a community or four-year college in San Diego County Demonstrate financial need Click Here for more information DEADLINE: February 28, 2018

	San Diego Education Fund (SDEF) STEM Scholarship Minimum Requirements A senior in high school in the San Diego Unified School District (including charter schools) Plan to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering or mathematics Plan to attend a community college or four-year college in San Diego County Demonstrate financial need Click Here for more information DEADLINE: February 28, 2018

	2018 Alexander Kreiglowa Navy & Marine Corps Dependents Education Foundation Scholarship Administered by the San Diego Council, United States Navy League Up to $15,000/year for tuition, books, and academically related fees for a maximum of 4 years* Eligibility: Dependent child of active duty, retired, or deceased Naval Service (USN or USMC) Resident in the state of California Graduating High School Senior in the top 10% of class (if school ranks) or 3.6 cumulative GPA or higher (unweighted grades) Evidence of acceptance for Fall 2018 by an accredited 4-year college or university in the United States Deadline: April 6, 2018 Click Here to Download Application *Scholarship does not cover costs for Room & Board

	San Diego Downtown Lions Scholarship Fund Scholarships of $1,500.00 will be awarded to each student selected. Graduating seniors will be selected only from Hoover, Garfield, Kearny, Twain, Lincoln and San Diego high schools, Monarch and Gompers Charter Schools, as this scholarship is intended to assist graduating seniors from the geographical operating area of the San Diego Downtown Lions Club. Applications submitted from students of other schools will not be considered. Deadline: March 22, 2018 Click Here to Download Application

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

UPCOMING EVENTS

Tuesday 2/6/18- Date Correction		Black College Expo 2:00-7PM (Town & Country Hotel & Convention Center)

Wednesday 02/07/18		DePortola USS Midway Excursion Click Here for More Information

Thursday 02/08/18 - Note Date and Time Correction		Student Equity Ambassadors 5:00-6:00 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.

Thursday 02/08/18		Challenger Qualcomm Excursion Click Here for More Information

Saturday 02/10/18		Prepare and File Your Federal & State Income Taxes For Free 10:00 AM-4:00 PM (Logan Heights Branch Library, 567 South 28th St., San Diego, CA 92113) Click Here To Download Flyer

Saturday 02/10/18		Lincoln High's Cancer & Diabetes Awareness Event/ Hornet Games 11:00AM -3:00 PM (Lincoln High School, 4777 Imperial Ave, San Diego, CA 92113) Onsite Physicians Educational Breakout Sessions Blood Pressure & Glucose Screening Lunch for Children Raffles & More

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 3:00-3:00 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 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)

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

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

Saturday 03/17/18		ROTC Cadet Ball 8:00-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.