November 16, 2019 |
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Explore Solutions hosts San Diego Unified Students for Business and Youth Expo and Luncheon |
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Explore Solutions is a community based organization which provides guidance for high school students to access information needed to determine a successful plan to explore, understand, and pursue a post-high school plan that is right for them.
On Tuesday, November 5th, students from Mira Mesa, Morse, Patrick Henry, Scripps Ranch, Serra, San Diego, and University City High Schools were invited to participate in the Business and Youth Expo and Luncheon.
During the luncheon our high school seniors learned from, were inspired by, and understood the career journeys of professionals aligned with their CCTE pathways.
The dedicated professionals set up exhibits and demos for students to explore during the Expo portion of the event. The students were encouraged to ask questions and interact with professionals from all priority sectors that were represented.
The students enjoyed learning about the various careers that are aligned with their passions.
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Technical Theatre Students Visit Mesa College |
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On October 29th, the Mesa College Theatre Department hosted three SDUSD Technical Theatre classes for the second annual Drama Day. Students from Mira Mesa High School, University High School, and San Diego School of Creative and Performing Arts were treated to a back stage tour of the Mesa College Haunted Theatre Experience. The Haunted Theatre is an annual transformation of Mesa College’s aged Apolliad Theatre into a scary Halloween tour, featuring production effects and scares from actors in costumes and makeup. Following the tour, high school students received a behind-the-scenes perspective of the design and build process for the Haunted Theatre.
Next, a panel of Mesa College students and professors hosted a Q/A session about the Haunted Theatre, in which SDUSD students asked a variety of questions, including some about how to produce a similar community outreach event at their own sites. Finally, students chose from a variety of technical theatre workshops to attend. The workshops included topics like scene building and design, lighting, costume construction and design, publicity, stage management, and an introduction to film-making.
The Mesa College Drama Day is hosted in partnership with the Mesa College Theatre Department and the San Diego Unified CCTE and VAPA Departments.
https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2019/11/technical-theatre-students-visit-mesa.html
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Mira Mesa Selected for 2021 Tournament of Roses Parade |
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The Sapphire Sound band and color guard from Mira Mesa High School has been selected to perform in the 132nd Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, California on January 1, 2021. The Tournament of Roses Parade selects the top high school, college, and military marching bands from all over the world to perform in the annual New Year’s Day parade. The parade is broadcast live on several TV networks.
The acceptance of Mira Mesa into the 2021 Tournament of Roses Parade was announced at the end of the band’s regular marching rehearsal on October 17 by Dr. Robert Miller, Tournament of Roses President for 2021. Over the next year, the 220+ students in the MMHS Marching Band and Color Guard will train hard under Jeanne Christensen, Director of Bands at Mira Mesa since 1994. During their performance, the students will have to endure two hours of non-stop marching. They will march 5.5 miles in front of an estimated 1 million parade observers as well as nearly 100 million people on television.
It is a huge honor to be selected to perform in the Tournament of Roses Parade, and this is the second time in five years that Mira Mesa High School will have appeared, as they performed in the Parade in 2016. At that time, they were the first band from San Diego Unified to march in the Rose Parade since Patrick Henry High School in 1983.
The Mira Mesa High School band has a long history of top-notch performances, from the Opening Ceremonies for the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, Australia to recent concerts at Washington D.C.’s Kennedy Center (2017) and New York City’s Carnegie Hall (2019). Make sure to tune in to the Rose Parade, on January 1, 2020, to see Mira Mesa representing San Diego Unified School District.
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SWELL Education |
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Project SWELL (Stewardship: Water Education for Lifelong Leadership) is an innovative education program that provides students with locally-oriented water science, and empowers them to take an active role in protecting their environment. The interactive lessons and hands-on activities included in Project SWELL are designed to put students at the center of inquiry and exploration.
Born out of a partnership between San Diego Coastkeeper, the City of San Diego, and San Diego Unified School District, Project SWELL has brought hands-on environmental science to thousands of K-6 grade students in San Diego since its inception in 2003. The curriculum is available at no cost to all K-6 teachers within San Diego Unified School District. Their education team supports teachers interested in using Project SWELL by providing them with professional development training and in-class support, including classroom guided lessons, hands-on science kits, and comprehensive lesson plans. The curriculum is aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Project SWELL works in tandem with their other educational programs, Water Education for All and Water and Climate Stewards, to reach more students across San Diego.
Ready to bring Project SWELL to your child’s classroom? Encourage your child’s teacher to schedule a guided lesson at https://www.sdcoastkeeper.org/project-swell. If you have questions, reach out to projectswell@sdcoastkeeper.org.
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De Portola's Annual 8th Grade Career Day |
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DePortola 8th grade students in Tierrasanta had an exciting day on Wednesday, November 13. Community members showcased their current professions and the journey they took to their current careers that span from medicine, government relations, and archeology, to education, public service and more. Their experiences helped to illuminate the value of their educational experiences in middle and high school and the direct connection between specific content areas such as mathematics, English, science and history, and thinking toward their futures. A special thanks to Ms. Hudson, School Counselor, and Rosa Aldana, Foundation Member, for planning and coordinating this annual collaboration between the Tierrasanta community and DePortola Middle School.
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Registration for the 2019-2020 Biomimicry Youth Design Challenge is now open! |
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The Youth Design Challenge (YDC) is a free, hands-on, project-based learning experience that provides classroom and informal educators with a new framework to introduce biomimicry and an interdisciplinary approach to science and environmental literacy.
Working in teams with an adult coach, students explore the wonders of the natural world and apply what they learn to create innovations that support a healthier planet.
Are you an educator looking to build creative and engaging learning experiences that strengthen critical thinking skills for your students? The Youth Design Challenge can help you give the next generation a unique opportunity to be inspired by nature.
Sign up now to gain exclusive access to a clear framework that meets science standards and enables students to solve real-world and local sustainability problems.
https://ossstudentopportunities.blogspot.com/2019/11/registration-for-2019-2020-biomimicry.html
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STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES |
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$20,000 Scholarship
For the ninth consecutive year, the Foot Locker Foundation will be awarding 20 incoming college freshmen with $20,000 in scholarship funding through the Foot Locker Scholar Athletes Program. The funding is to pursue a 4-year college degree – not because they scored the most touchdowns or goals, but because sports have helped them grow into strong leaders at school and in their communities.
They're searching for applicants who are strong on and off the field; students who have excellent records of community service, academics, and athletics. They're searching for leaders and inspiring individuals!
Scholarship Amount:
20 awards of $20,000 each. As a bonus, one of the 20 winners will be selected for the Ken C. Hicks scholarship for demonstrating superior educational achievement, outstanding leadership, and a true love of the game. This winner will receive an additional $5,000 award.
Eligibility:
In order to be eligible for the Foot Locker Scholar Athletes program, the applicant must:
- Be a current high school senior entering a four-year, accredited US college or university in the Fall of 2020
- Be currently a member (in good standing) of a high school sports team or be involved in after-school sports (e.g. intramurals, martial arts, etc.)
- Have maintained an unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher from ninth grade to first semester of 12th grade
- Be a U.S. citizen or US Permanent Legal Resident
- Foot Locker employees and their immediate family members are ineligible
Deadline Information:
January 3rd, 2020 at 5pm EST
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Parent Information Night: December 5, 2019
Please join us on December 5, 2019 from 6:00pm- 7:30pm at Miramar College to learn about the benefits of participating in the 2020 National Career Education Signing Day. Families will learn how students can attend Miramar College for free, what the San Diego Promise Program is about, and be given the opportunity to speak with students & faculty about the current programs and opportunities available at Miramar College. For more information please contact Miramar College Outreach at MiraOutreach@sdccd.edu. |
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Winter Break Paid Externships with SDWFP
Looking to gain paid work experience over their winter school break this year? The San Diego Workforce Partnership (SDWP) is currently recruiting for their School Break Externship Program. They still have 80 spots available for high school and college students to work with a San Diego County employer over their school breaks. Externs will be paid $12 per hour for 22 hours of work and 12 hours of training over the course of their winter and/or spring breaks. Participants will also receive transportation and clothing assistance.
Eligibility Requirements:
In order to be eligible, participants must be age 16-24, low income (see income limits here), have a special housing situation, or be current or former foster youth.
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Ocean Science Student Competition at USD
The University of San Diego's Environmental and Ocean Sciences Department invites high school students to compete in the 2020 San Diego Garibaldi Bowl. This event is part of the National Ocean Sciences Bowl (NOSB) academic competition and program that aims to engage students with ocean science, preparing them for ocean science-related careers, and helping them become environmental stewards.
The February 29th event at USD includes optional events in the months before the event for competing students, as well as specialized preparation for first-time participants or for schools with a high proportion of low-income students. For more information visit the Garibaldi Bowl webpage http://home.sandiego.edu/~jcprairie/nosb.html or the NOSB website http://nosb.org/. Contact Dr. Jennifer Prairie, jcprairie@sandiego.edu, to schedule mentoring. |
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SuperMoney Financial Literacy Scholarship
SuperMoney's mission is to help everyone reach their financial goals. Founded in 2019, SuperMoney's Financial Literacy Scholarship seeks to celebrate students who share the same mission. The scholarship program awards $2,500 a year to a student who wants to help Americans improve their financial wellness through continued education. For more information visit, https://www.supermoney.com/scholarship |
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CC Bank's Young Scholars $2,000 Scholarship
Each year CC Bank’s Young Scholars Scholarship offers up to five $2,000 scholarships to students attending universities, colleges, and other academic institutions across the U.S. Visit: https://ccbank.us/scholarship/
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The Road to College Starts Here 11/20/2019
The Road to College Starts Here is an exciting adventure, with many twists and turns. Attend this middle school parent-student workshop and we will help you build a map of requirements, resources, and guidelines.
Where: De Portola Middle School- Weiner Hall.
Date: Wednesday 11/20/2019
Time: 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Subjects to be discussed: The parent role - College preparatory courses - High school graduation requirements - College entrance preparation - California university requirements - Financial aid planning/opportunities.
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Scholarship for Future Physics TeachersThe American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) Executive Board offers scholarships for future high school physics teachers. These scholarships, supported by an endowment funded by Barbara Lotze, are available to U.S. citizens attending U.S. schools.
Students who meet the following criteria are eligible to apply for the Barbara Lotze Scholarship for Future Teachers. Applicants must declare their intent to prepare for, and engage in, a career in physics teaching at the high school level and must, at the time the scholarship funds are received by the student, be:
- an undergraduate student enrolled in an accredited two-year college, four-year college or a university; or a high school senior accepted for such enrollment.
- pursuing, or planning to pursue, a course of study leading toward a career in physics teaching in the high schools.
- showing promise of success in their studies, and
- a citizen of the United States of America.
Applications can be submitted online, accepted at any time, and will be considered for recommendation to the Board of Directors at each AAPT Winter Meeting.
All applications in which all materials, including letters of recommendation, are received by December 1 will be considered for recommendation at the winter meeting of the AAPT Board of Directors. Visit: https://www.aapt.org/programs/grants/lotze.cfm for more information. |
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Future Teacher Scholarship
San Diego Education Fund is offering financial assistance for students who pursue a teaching degree. Students selected for the scholarship will receive financial assistance each semester they are enrolled in fulltime college curriculum and making sufficient progress toward a degree. Students will receive $500 per semester at community college, $1,000 per semester at a four-year university, and a $4,000 stipend for a credential program.
Requirements:
- A senior in high school in the San Diego Unified School District (including charter schools)
- Plan to pursue a career in teaching (e.g., Special Education, Single Subject, Bi-lingual certification)
- Plan to attend a community or four-year college in San Diego County
- Demonstrate financial need
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