March 6, 2018

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Reach Higher Expo
	YOUR PREPARATION FOR COLLEGE STARTS BEFORE HIGH SCHOOL This EXPO has been designed for you, our Middle School students and families! Join us for a day of learning! Learn about available educational programs in High School, become aware of your options and the strategies you can implement to have a successful transition to High School. The transition from Middle School to High School can represent a BIG shift in your life, either as a parent or student. In collaboration with CAL-SOAP, the San Diego Unified School District has designed a day for YOU. Our goal during this EXPO is to support you as you learn about your educational options and some of the things you and your family can do to continue your growth and educational success. Workshops: A Parent's Guide to Surviving MS Years High School and College Student Panel College Access, Financial Aid & DREAM ACT Finding a Career Pathway High School. What to Expect? Want to Play College Sports? Restorative Practices & Equity Healthy Relationships & Teens SATURDAY, MARCH 17 , 2018 LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL 4777 IMPERIAL AVE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92113 8:00 AM. - 1 :00 PM Please RSVP by visiting: http://sandiegocalsoap.com/star/Events/register/574 https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/03/reach-higher-expo.html

San Diego Unified To Finish Chelsea's Run
	Students across San Diego Unified School District came together the morning of Saturday, March 3rd to "Finish Chelsea's Run". The 8th Annual Finish Chelsea's Run, in partnership with the Girl Scouts of San Diego and in honor of Chelsea King, brought over 8000 people out to Balboa Park for a 5K walk/run in memory of Chelsea King. The annual event serves as a fundraiser for the Chelsea’s Light Foundation, a non-profit organization created by Chelsea's parents, Brent and Kelly King, in memory of their beloved daughter. The foundation aims to support youth and spread positive change in the community. Link to NBC San Diego Report: https://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/San-Diegans-Plan-to-Finish-Chelseas-Run-2018-Chelsea-King-Tribute-475699793.html https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/03/sdusd-unified-to-finish-chelseas-run.html

FC Barcelona Provides Soccer Clinics To SDUSD
FC Barcelona coaches and the Marshall Middle School Admin Team Students at the 2/25 Scripps Ranch Clinc	On Tuesday, October 24, 2017, the Board of Education approved an agreement with FC Barcelona to provide free soccer school visits and soccer clinics to San Diego Unified School District students. Under this partnership, they will be hosting 6 free clinics this school year and Area 6 had the first opportunity to take advantage of this agreement. The free clinic was held for Area 6 students ages 6-16 at Scripps Ranch High School on Sunday, February 25, 2018. On Friday, February 23, the FC Barcelona coaches came to visit students at Marshall Middle School to discuss the importance of teamwork, dedication and work ethic. Link to 10News Report: https://www.10news.com/sports/fc-barcelona-teams-up-with-san-diego-unified-school-district-for-soccer-academy https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/03/fc-barcelona-provides-soccer-clinics.html

Students Informing Districtwide Wellness
	Kearny School of Science, Connections & Technology students, Claire Lytle, Geryka Fortunato and Jamie Lynn Leano presented at the 2018 California Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (CAHPERD) State Conference in Oakland California on February 23rd. San Diego Unified School District’s Physical Education resource teacher, Lynn Barnes-Wallace along with Kearny SCT teachers, Corri-Anne Burgess (GIS), Daina Weber (English) and Jennifer Ogo (Biology) have created a cross curricular, multi-grade and multi-year project to engage high school students in the importance of wellness. GIS (geographic information systems) students have been tabulating, mapping and analyzing student BMI data to better understand the relationship between early elementary to high school wellness. This data is being used to implement healthy strategies at younger ages, increasing the awareness of the importance of overall wellness as outlined in the District Wellness Policy. Kearny SCT students are designing elementary school fitness curriculum that incorporates not only movement but the health and science content that goes along with it. The goal is to excite and educate elementary school students while giving high school students the opportunity to enhance their knowledge of wellness and empower them to make change. The presentation was attended by School Board Members, County Office Administrators, University Professors, district nursing leads, and district physical education leads from across the country. Funding for this presentation was supported by the Department of Nursing and Wellness and College, Career, and Technical Education (CCTE). https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/03/students-informing-districtwide-wellness.html

Office of Secondary Schools Teacher Appointed to Statewide Panel for Computer Science Education
	Shirley Miranda from the Office of Secondary Schools was appointed by State Superintendent Tom Torlakson to the Computer Science Strategic Implementation Plan Panel (CSSIPP), which aims to expand and improve computer science education statewide in grades K–12. The panel had its first meeting on March 1, 2018. Torlakson appointed five members of the 23-member panel. “I’m excited that this panel is beginning the work of strengthening computer science education in California,” he said. ‘We are preparing students for today’s and tomorrow’s career and college opportunities—and for the jobs of the future that haven’t yet been invented. Jobs and skills we must have in a fiercely competitive global economy.” The panel will submit recommendations for a computer science strategic implementation plan to the Superintendent, the State Board, and the Legislature. The plan will include, but not be limited to, recommendations to broaden the pool of teachers to teach computer science and to ensure that all pupils have access to quality computer science courses. https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/02/newschool-of-architecture-design.html

Crawford's Ruby Dircio - Triple Impact Competitor
	Congrats to Crawford Senior Ruby Dircio on being selected as one of the Positive Coaching Alliance “Triple Impact Competitors.” Positive Coaching Alliance, a non-profit organization in the Los Angeles area honored Ruby and presented her with a $3,000 scholarship. Ruby is not only a stand out athlete and member of the community, but the ASB President at Crawford High School. Congratulations Ruby! https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/02/newschool-of-architecture-design.html

E2E Ribbon Cutting
	The Education to Employment lab at Kearny High School quietly opened its doors to students in the fall of 2017. Since then students have had numerous opportunities to engage with industry and essential skills workshops that prepare them for college and career life by increasing their self esteem, self efficacy, and mindset. The mission of the lab is all about bridging the gap between education and employment. It is now time to share this innovative approach to learning with the community. E2E will host a Ribbon Cutting ceremony where it will be possible to get an inside look into how the lab functions. Students will engage in a signature lesson entitled “Let Them Play!” where they will have the opportunity to try out 15 different stations aligned to the RIASEC (Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising and Conventional) codes. In this way students are literally able to discover what they are interested in. E2E is making the impossible possible! https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/03/e2e-ribbon-cutting.html

English Learner Support on the ACT Test
	English learner (EL) supports are now available on the ACT® test to U.S. students. The goal of the supports is to help ensure that the ACT scores earned by English learners accurately reflect what they have learned in school. EL supports are limited to students in a local school district's EL program who meet the current definitions of an English learner under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). Students must apply for the English learner supports through their high school counselors' office. For more information, visit the ACT website. https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/03/english-learner-support-on-act-test.html

Career Resources
	Free Career Resources for Grades 5 to 12 The California Career Resource Network is a program within the California Department of Education that provides free career development information and resources. Students can create accounts and take assessments, and there are lesson plans for grades 5 to 12. The CalCRN Resource Handbook is a great place to start and learn about all the valuable resources available. Workforce and College Guidance Resources Available The San Diego Workforce Partnership website has great resources for educators and students such as current labor market information and links to community colleges' offered majors and assessments for students to take to understand their passions. CTE Professional Learning Opportunities and More Did you know you can find great resources for counselors at www.sdcoe.net/cte? There are links to past workshops and resources to help you support students to find their right path. https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/03/career-resources.html

STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES
	Sunflower Scholarship Fund - Powered by Chelsea's Light Foundation The 2018 Academic Sunflower Scholarship Application is NOW AVAILABLE! The sunflower – It is resilient. It is bright and always follows the sun. It stands out in a crowd. It is surprising, towers over the others in uniqueness and splendor, and the closer you look, the more amazing its depth and beauty. Each of our Sunflower Scholarship Fund recipients will fit this description. Powered by the Chelsea’s Light Foundation and the generosity of the community, the Sunflower Scholarship Fund offers two types of scholarships: Academic, based on a combination of academic merit and a “service over self” character. And the second, our Joie de Vivre scholarship, is based on a combination of talent, financial need and “service over self” character. The Academic scholarships will provide financial support for college enrollment, and the Joie de Vivre grants will provide financial means for children ages 18 and younger to participate in extracurricular activities that otherwise might not have been possible. The Sunflower Scholarship Fund was established to reflect the attributes that Chelsea embodied as a young citizen and student at Poway High School. She was extremely diligent, involved in a variety of school activities, had a passion for volunteering in her community, believed in the power of change and dreamed of making the world a better place. Download: 2018 Sunflower Scholarship Application https://ossstudentopportunities.blogspot.com/2018/03/sunflower-scholarship-fund-powered-by.html

	Admit One College Prep Academy Let San Diego Public Libraries assist you in preparing for the transition from high school to college through the Admit One College Prep Academy! Admit One provides an advantage on SAT & ACT test preparation and navigating the college process. Once accepted students in Admit One receive expert guidance on the college-going process. Click here for more information and to apply. https://ossstudentopportunities.blogspot.com/2018/03/admit-one-college-prep-academy.html

	SDEF Scholarships Application Deadline Extended To 3/11/18! https://ossstudentopportunities.blogspot.com/2018/03/sdef-scholarships-application-deadline.html

	High School Students Can Win a New Laptop The Metropolitan Transit System (MTS), Coca-Cola, and the San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE) will award new laptops to 40 San Diego County high school students through their annual laptop scholarship contest. Students in grades 9 to 12 can submit a persuasive essay telling San Diego residents why they should use public transportation. Essays must be a minimum of 650 words and will be judged on four criteria. Click here to download application. Submissions are due April 8. Click here for more information.

	Summer Journalism Workshop at the U-T The San Diego Union-Tribune Community Journalism Scholars Program is accepting applications for its summer workshop for 11th- and 12th-grade students interested in learning about journalism and media careers. Applicants must be 16 years of age by May 1, 2018. During the five-week program, up to six high school students will receive instruction and work in the Union-Tribune's offices as paid community journalists. Click here to download application. Application Deadline: April 6.

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

UPCOMING EVENTS
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 College 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 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

Wednesday 03/14/18		Pershing USS Midway 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		Reach Higher Expo 8:00AM - 1:00 PM (Lincoln High School, 4777 Imperial Ave) RSVP by visiting: http://sandiegocalsoap.com/star/Events/register/574

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

Wednesday 03/21/18		Wangenheim Qualcomm Excursion Click Here for More Information

Wednesday 03/21/18		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.

Wednesday 3/21/18		Council of ASB Presidents Meeting 3:00-5:00 PM (Ed Center Room 2249)

Wednesday 3/21/18		An Evening With UC San Diego 6:00-8:00 PM (Lincoln High School, 4777 Imperial Ave)

Friday 03/23/18		San Diego Military Collaborative 10:00 AM - Noon (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!

Monday 03/26/18 - Friday 3/30/18		Spring Break No School

Saturday 03/31/18		Notification of Fall 2018 UC Admission Decisions For Freshmen Applicants Is Complete

Thursday 4/05/18		Correia USS Midway Excursion Click Here for More Information

Friday 4/06/18		Registration Deadline for 5/5/18 SAT Subject Test Click Here for More Information

Thursday 4/12/18		Student Equity Ambassadors 4:00-6:00 PM (Harold J Ballard Parent Center, 2375 Congress St,) 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.

Wednesday 4/17/18		Farb Qualcomm Excursion Click Here for More Information


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