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Hillsdale Knights Bulletin ~
April 25, 2025
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Knights Families,
OK, you asked for it, we are asking again...this time, we are appealing to you and your interest in meeting other people who are also wanting to be an active part of the HHS parent/teacher/student community. PTSO, Athletics, and Foundation are in need of active members for the 2025-2026 school year. Without these members, Booster Parent Clubs can't successfully accomplish all that they do. No experience needed, just a willingness to support Hillsdale. PTSO open positions include Board and committee members. Experience not needed, just a willingness to support. If interested, please reach out to us and we can direct you. If you'd like to reach out with questions or interest, click here 2025-2026 Interest
We are a week away from Teacher Appreciation Week. We will be showing our appreciation to the HHS faculty and staff for all that they do to make Hillsdale such an amazing place for our students (and their families) to be a part of starting May 5. (Flyer) To make the week a success, we need YOU. Thanks to all who have already given. If you are able, we'd love for you to donate to the event. There are still some open spots for decorations, food, and little treats to give throughout the week. Click here to donate
Do you have small gift cards ($5-$10) that you are looking to "get rid of"? Maybe they are for stores/services that you won't visit?
We are looking for gift cards to give away as prizes to the teachers and staff during Teacher Appreciation Week. No other requirements--just an unused gift card. Variety adds fun to the giveaway, so don't worry about where the gift card is from. Please reach out to Jen via text (650) 245-2081 or email to make delivery arrangements. We would like to have all gift cards delivered to us by Friday, May 2 so we can get them ready for Teacher Appreciation Week. Thank you in advance for your continued support. We can't wait!!
Tonight and tomorrow @ 7:00pm, drama students will be performing their One Acts in the Little Theater. These are a great way to see that not only do we have great HHS performers, but also strong writers/directors. (Flyer)
Today is also the Golf Tournament and Auction event at Poplar Creek. The event is open to the entire community with proceeds benefiting the Athletics. Teams have also created baskets for the auction proceeds of which are split between the team and athletics--it's a win-win. We can't wait to see everyone there!!
Have a fantastic week,
Jen and Holly
HHS PTSO Co-Presidents
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Upcoming Events:
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TONIGHT/TOMORROW April 25-26: Drama's One Acts @ 7pm HHS Little Theater (tickets $5, SMUHSD students free) Concessions will be sold (Flyer)
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May 1, 2, 3: Knight Moves XXVII - tickets sales have started! (Tickets)
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May 8-9: HIT Squad Performances @ 7pm HHS Little Theater (tickets $10, SMUHSD students free) Concessions will be sold
This week's Fundraisers:
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TODAY Friday April 25: 17th Annual Golf Tournament, Banquet and Auction (Flyer)
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May 1, 2, 3: Knight Moves XXVII - this is a Dance Fundraiser (Tickets)
This week's Volunteer Opportunities:
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April 21-May 21: Back to School Drive ~ Community Close (Flyer)
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Teacher/Staff Appreciation- Donate items here
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2025-2026 Booster Members Needed (all parent booster groups - Click here and we will get you to the group you need/want)
| | How to Donate Stock to the HHSF | | | | |
Have you considered making a gift of stock to HHSF? There are many benefits to gifting stock that you've held for more than one year:
- Eliminate capital gains taxes and the Medicare surtax, which combined could be up to 23.8%
- Take an immediate income tax deduction in the amount of the full fair market value if you itemize your deductions
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Maximize your support of Hillsdale! Donating stock that has grown $10,000 in value would result in an additional $2,380 donated to HHSF vs. donating cash!
Also, HHSF is recruiting students to be featured in photos appearing on our summer postcard and flyers! The photo shoot will take place in early May. A photo from last year is shown below.
Please email Marcine Jansen at execdirector@hillsdalehsfoundation.org for stock donation details, or if your student would like to be part of the photo shoot.
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HHS Athletic Contest Calendar
Come support our athletes! Go Knights! (Games in BLUE = home games)
Link to game schedule
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TOMORROW FREE Heart Screenings for Youth/Young Adults
Peninsula Health Care District, in collaboration with the Kyle J. Taylor Foundation, and San Mateo Union High School District will be providing free heart screenings for youth and young adults ages 12-25.
Details
Saturday, April 26, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
San Mateo High School Small Gym
506 N Delaware Street, San Mateo, CA 94401
Youth Heart Screening Sign up link
Youth Heart Screenings Save Lives!
1 in 300 youth has an undetected heart condition that puts them at risk for Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). The current standard approach to health history and annual physical examinations misses about 90% of at-risk youth. Early detection of heart abnormalities, which often go undetected until a traumatic cardiac event, can save lives.
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Congratulations to HHS Drama
The Rita Moreno Awards are regional awards recognizing outstanding achievement in high school musical theater from Kern and San Luis Obispo Counties in Southern California up to Calaveras County. Hillsdale was nominated for Overall Production for Cabaret and Grace McCollum was nominated for Lead Actress for her performance as Sally Bowles in Cabaret. Congratulations to Grace, the Cast/Crew and Creative Team of Cabaret!
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The Knightly News
Keep up to date with the The Knightly News - presented by the HHS Broadcast Journalism Class.
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TONIGHT/TOMORROW HHS Drama ~ One Acts
Come out this Friday and Saturday to See the Advance Drama Class perform in student directed One Acts in the Little Theater. You will be entertained!
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KNIGHT MOVES XXVII! ~ Tickets on sale now!
Less than one week to showtime! We are incredibly excited to be back in the Hillsdale High School Auditorium for our 27th production of Knight Moves! Tickets are now ON SALE! Visit https://www.hillsdalehighschooldance.com/knight-moves-xxvi-1 for more information on tickets, ways to contribute to this amazing program, and for our show promo video! We hope to see you there!
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HHS Yearbook ~ The Shield 2025
The Shield 2025 yearbook has gone to press! It is fabulous and filled with important memories of the school year. Distribution will happen May 19-23 at lunch and after school. Seniors can pick up their copies at Senior Knight. We have only a few yearbooks left, so please buy yours now at:
https://ybstore.friesens.com/768274
| | HHS Peace Pantry ~ Community Garden ~ Community Closet | |
April
“We live in a world in which we need to share responsibility. It's easy to say, ‘It's not my child, not my community, not my world, not my problem.’ Then there are those who see the need and respond. I consider those people my heroes.” — Fred Rogers
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Peace Pantry
If you would like to volunteer at our Peace Pantry in April please sign up here. Our volunteer team meets in the Alameda Parking Lot every Friday morning at 7:00am (shift #1) and/or 7:30am (shift #2) to provide weekly groceries and essential items to families. Volunteers can sign up to help set up and/or work a station at our Farmer’s Market and/or break down. No experience required.
Community Garden
If you are interested in joining our Community Garden Team please email bstevenson@smuhsd.org to learn more. Our Garden volunteer team meets in the garden every Thursday from 3:30pm-5:00pm to complete various gardening tasks - No experience required. Please follow us on Instagram, @hhs_community_garden, for updates.
Community Closet
In April, students will be able to access a well designed space to shop for clothes and essential items. April Ask: Our volunteer team is currently in need of Back to School clothing for Fall 25 semester. We are asking for donations of jeans, hoodies, shorts, t-shirts, shoes, Hillsdale gear/swag, new socks, new undershirts, shampoo/conditioner and essential items. We can accept donations every Wednesday from 2:45pm-4:00pm OR Friday mornings from 7:30am-8:30am in the Alameda Parking Lot. Please follow us on Instagram @hhs_community_closet
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Opportunities Slide Deck for All Students!
This is a wonderful, frequently-updated slide deck that features volunteer opportunities, job openings, community engagement activities, summer opportunities, career exploration, research positions, and more. bit.ly/SMUHSDCareerOpportunities
| | Important District Updates | | TOMORROW! April 26: Free San Mateo County Wildfire Readiness Event | | |
San Mateo County’s Department of Emergency Management invites community members to attend a free event about wildfire readiness.
Details
Saturday, April 26, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
San Mateo County Event Center, 1346 Saratoga Drive, San Mateo
Free admission and parking
Live translation at the event in Spanish, Chinese and American Sign Language
The event will feature a youth-led panel on Next Gen Engagement, and will discuss:
- Preparing the most vulnerable members in our community
- Building mental resilience
- Engaging young people in Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and boarder preparedness efforts
Event highlights
- Build your own 72-hour emergency kit
- Demonstrations and exhibits will include fire trucks and ambulances
- Hear from home-hardening experts
For more information, please contact Cari Guittard at cguittard@smcgov.org or 650-363-4790.
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¡No tengas miedo, prepárate! Protege tu hogar y a tus seres queridos, todo gratis. Acompáñenos a este evento gratuito de Seguridad y Preparación contra Incendios para ayudarte a ti y a tu familia a prepararse:
① Aprende de expertos ② Lleva a casa recursos vitales ③ Conéctate con agencias locales
Sábado 26 de abril de 2025, 10 a. m. - 1 p. m. Centro de Eventos del Condado de San Mateo - 1346 Saratoga Dr. San Mateo, CA 94403
¡GRATIS para todos los residentes! ¡Comparte con tus vecinos y pase el mensaje!
Habrá interpretación disponible en español.
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Parent Venture Family Education Webinars
All webinars are free and offer simultaneous Spanish interpretation.
Supporting Our Children as They Grow and Thrive at School
Monday, April 28, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Speakers: Kate Browne and Michelle Amaral, Child Development Experts, Skyline College
Learn more and register
The Disengaged Teen: Helping Kids Learn Better, Feel Better, and Live Better
Tuesday, April 29, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Speakers: Jenny Anderson, award-winning journalist and Rebecca Winthrop, Brookings Institution’s global education expert
Learn more and register
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Classroom
Wednesday, April 30, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Speaker: Sarah Levine, PhD, educator and assistant professor, Stanford Graduate School of Education
Learn more and register
Raising Awe Seekers: How the Wonder of Science Helps Our Kids Thrive
Tuesday, May 6, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Speaker: Deborah Farmer Kris, author, child development expert, and founder of Parenthood365
Learn more and register
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allcove San Mateo Now Offers Supported Education and Employment Support for Students
allcove San Mateo is now offering Supported Education and Employment (SEE) advising. Young professionals can receive help with college applications, polishing their resumes, discussing academic stresses, or other matters as it relates to education and employment. The approach focuses on meeting the evolving and unique needs of young people, while providing a platform for young people to develop independent agency and self-determination as it relates to their career and educational goals
The service provides the following:
> Career exploration: Providing one-on-one to help you find a career based on strengths and interests.
> Job skills development: Learning the tools, techniques, and knowledge you need to do a specific job, improving your communication.
> Soft skills development: Improving how you work with people and respond to situations (e.g., communication, teamwork, time management, emotional intelligence).
> Job search and application support
> Post-secondary education/college advising
> Financial education and literacy
Interested in learning more? Students can call 650-226-7030 to make an appointment with a peer specialist!
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April 24 - May 2: Districtwide Art Show
Keep the arts alive in our communities! The SMUHSD Student Art Show will run April 24 through May 2 at the Society of West Coast Artists Gallery in San Bruno. The Gallery hours are Thursday through Sunday, 1 - 4 p.m. An Artists Reception will be held Friday, May 2 from 2 - 4 p.m. All are welcome to attend.
Exposición de Arte Estudiantil del Distrito del 24 de abril al 2 de mayo
¡Mantengamos vivas las artes en nuestras comunidades! La Exposición de Arte Estudiantil de SMUHSD se presentará del 24 de abril al 2 de mayo en la Galería de la Sociedad de Artistas de la Costa Oeste (Society of West Coast Artists Gallery) en San Bruno. El horario de la galería es de jueves a sábado, de 1:00-4:00 p.m. El viernes 2 de mayo se ofrecerá una recepción para artistas de 2:00-4:00 p.m. ¡Están todos invitados a visitar esta exposición!
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High School Students: Become a Health Ambassador with StarVista
StarVista's Health Ambassador Program for Youth (HAP-Y) is now accepting applications for its Summer 2025 cohort that will meet May-August 2025.
HAP-Y is a 14-week training program that engages youth (ages 16-24) in various workshops/trainings on behavioral health and mental wellness. Youth can earn a $700 stipend upon completion. The next cohort will be hybrid- first 12 weeks will be hosted virtually; the last 2 weeks will be in-person at a location in Burlingame.
Deadline to apply is May 2 and programming begins May 13.
Learn more and apply now
Download the flyer
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May 8 Webinar: Myths and Facts About Teenage Dating Violence
Join representatives from CORA and the Ariana Mae Hatami Foundation for an important conversation on teen dating violence. This free webinar will provide parents, caregivers, educators, and community members with tools to support youth in building safe, healthy relationships.
Thursday, May 8, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Simultaneous Spanish interpretation will be available.
Register: https://phcdsmuhsd2025.eventbrite.com
This webinar is sponsored by the Peninsula Health Care District and San Mateo Union High School District, in partnership with The Parent Venture.
Questions? Contact Charlene Margot, MEd, Co-Founder and CEO, The Parent Venture (The Parent Education Series), at cmargot@parentventure.org.
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Mitos y realidades sobre la violencia en el voviazgo adolescente
Jueves, 8 de mayo de 2025, 5:30pm – 6:30pm PT, evento virtual (en vivo)
Regístro: https://phcdsmuhsd2025.eventbrite.com
Únase a representantes de CORA y de la Fundación Ariana Mae Hatami para una conversación importante sobre la violencia en el noviazgo adolescente. Este seminario web gratuito ofrecerá a padres, cuidadores, educadores y miembros de la comunidad herramientas para apoyar a los jóvenes en la construcción de relaciones seguras y saludables.
¡Padres/cuidadores, estudiantes, educadores, profesionales de la salud y miembros de la comunidad son bienvenidos! Se ofrecerá interpretación simultánea al español. Entrada gratuita.
Esta presentación especial es patrocinada por el Peninsula Health Care District y el San Mateo Union High School District, en colaboración con The Parent Venture.
¿Preguntas? Comuníquese con Charlene Margot, MEd, Cofundadora y Directora Ejecutiva de The Parent Venture (The Parent Education Series), al correo electrónico: cmargot@parentventure.org.
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May 8: Community Resource Fair
The San Mateo Union High School District is excited to invite you to our upcoming Community Resource Fair, happening on Thursday, May 8 from 4- 6 p.m. on the Spirit Lawn (near the back of the Performing Arts Center and Parking Lot) of San Mateo High School. This event is a wonderful opportunity for students, parents/caregivers, and community members to discover valuable resources and services available in our local area.
What to Expect:
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Free Information and Resources: Local organizations and service providers will be on hand to share information about educational programs, health services, legal aid and housing support, and more.
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Fun and Engaging Activities: There will be fun activities for all ages, including entertainment, snacks and free giveaways.
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Support for Families: Find resources that can help with everything from childcare to financial literacy, mental health support, and so much more.
Whether you're looking for resources for yourself, your family, or your children, this fair is a great way to connect with organizations that care about supporting our community.
See a list of participating organizations and learn more: https://www.smuhsd.org/families/support-resources/community-resource-fair
Download the flyer:
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8 de Mayo: Feria de Recursos Comunitarios
El San Mateo Union High School District se complace en invitarlos a nuestra próxima Feria de Recursos Comunitarios, que se llevará a cabo el jueves 8 de mayo de 4:00 a 6:00 p.m. en el patio de San Mateo High School (cerca de la parte trasera del Centro de Artes Escénicas y el estacionamiento). Este evento es una excelente oportunidad para que estudiantes, padres/tutores y miembros de la comunidad descubran los valiosos recursos y servicios disponibles en nuestra área local.
Qué esperar de esta feria:
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Información y recursos gratuitos: Organizaciones locales y proveedores de servicios estarán disponibles para compartir información sobre programas educativos, servicios de salud, asistencia legal, apoyo para la vivienda y mucho más.
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Actividades divertidas: Habrá actividades divertidas para todas las edades, entretenimiento, bocadillos y regalos.
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Apoyo para las familias: Encuentre recursos que pueden ayudarle con todo, desde cuidado infantil hasta educación financiera, apoyo para la salud mental y mucho más.
Ya sea que esté buscando recursos para usted, su familia o sus hijos, esta feria es una excelente oportunidad de ponerse en contacto con organizaciones que se preocupan por apoyar a nuestra comunidad.
Vea la lista de organizaciones participantes en este evento y obtenga más información en:
https://www.smuhsd.org/families/support-resources/community-resource-fair
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