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Hillsdale Knights Bulletin ~
September 27, 2024
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What's Happening at Hillsdale | | |
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It's Friday, Knights Families!
Did you know that Thursdays are Harvest Days in our Community Garden? Our garden has grown--literally...and our team is currently producing over 100lbs of organic fruits and vegetables each week. We need helping hands to harvest each week! No experience required--just show up from 3:30-5:00pm. The Community Garden would love to have your support. See ETA section below for more information.
This week, students have been enjoying lunchtime activities organized by our Latinos Unidos student group. There's been Loteria, Don't Break the Mazapan, Finish the Lyric, Guess the Jumex flavor, and wrapping it up with the amazingly talented Folklorio Dancers performing. Tonight, there will be a Ritmo Latino Dance in the Great Court from 7pm-9pm. Tickets will continue to be sold today @ the Dance Room Window for $5. We definitely know how to kick off National Hispanic Heritage month with Hillsdale spirit!
This week, Ms. Burtness did a fabulous job organizing and hosting 12th grade College Night for our families. This was a great way to kick off Senior year! If you missed it or have questions, you can contact your student's advisor or Ms. Burtness lburtness@smuhsd.org.
This bulletin is expanding! We are now including a "featured fundraisers" section. Here you will find the current and upcoming fundraisers happening at school, as well as the groups that are benefitting.
Last, but certainly not least, October is fast approaching and that means...Hillsdale is going PINK!! Our annual A Knight 4 the Cure community event will be happening on Friday, October 25, so save the date. More info coming really soon! If you are interested in getting a sneak peek of areas to donate or volunteer, please make sure to sign up for PTSO Membership if. you haven't already. When filling out the form, mark "hospitality, shining knight, or event support" so we can contact you! Membership Form
Have a great week and don't forget to scroll through this bulletin in its entirety to find our more about what is happening on and around campus--including this week's sporting events!
Holly and Jen
HHS PTSO Co-Presidents
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HHS Athletic Contest Calendar
Come support our athletes! Go Knights! (Games in BLUE = home games)
Link to buy FAMILY PASS (Entrance for 2 Adults and 2 Children to all HHS hosted events for 24/25 season, excluding CCS playoff games)
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Donations for Pride Week
Hello Hillsdale Families!
Are you interested in contributing specific items or donations to Hillsdale High School’s Gender and Sexualities Alliance (GSA)? Your donation would help support GSA-sponsored events such as Pride Week (October 7-11), movie nights, and field trips.
If you are interested in donating food sale items, look for sign-ups here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4EADAF28ABF9C70-51677167-gsapride#/n
The supplies we will be using for our food sales are:
- Costco chocolate chip cookies
- Chips flavor pack
- Costco candy assorted
If you are interested in contributing to club funds please send cash or checks (made out to Hillsdale High School with “GSA” in the memo line) to the Front Office, where we will have a box to receive donations. Please read the following information as to how your donation is being used for good.
- GSA has an annual tradition of celebrating national Coming Out Day as a way to recognize and empower our LGBTQ+ identifying students and staff. We create curriculum for every advisory, host food fairs, lunch craft activities, and on Friday, our celebration of coming out.
- Our movie nights are held once per semester and are a means of fostering community outside of the classroom. During this time, all students are invited to join us for a movie surrounding an LGBTQ+ topic, and eat popcorn and delicious pizza.
- Our field trip to the Castro neighborhood is a long standing tradition where all students celebrate the end of the year by taking a walking tour and exploring the Castro to learn about its rich culture and historical significance to the LGBTQ+ community.
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Stanford Sleep Study
Are you a teen with a desire to go to bed earlier, or the parent of a teen?
We are conducting a study to determine whether a novel behavioral and light intervention can help you go to bed earlier. The study is 10 weeks in the Fall and another 10 weeks in the Winter. During the first part of the study, you will receive information about sleep in a series of short videos. You’ll also be given a special light that you will keep in your room that will help you get to sleep earlier. The light works automatically while you are sleeping and will be used throughout the study. Participation is completely voluntary, and you will be compensated ($500) for your time.
If you are interested in participating, you can click here to determine your eligibility or visit our website for more information. If you have any questions, you can contact the Research Coordinator at denizkes@stanford.edu or 650-732-6823.
For complaints, concerns, or participant's rights, contact 1-866-680-2906.
See this flyer for more information.
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AP EXAM Registration
AP exam registration for this year runs from September 30th to October 31st. Please see the AP Exam Registration section of the Hillsdale website for information on how to register for AP exams.
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Are you or anyone you know affiliated with a business that would be interested in being an official Corporate Sponsor this school year? If so, please see this informational packet for the details and benefits of our sponsorship program, and reach out to Marcine Jansen at execdirector@hillsdalehsfoundation.org with any questions.
Hillsdale High School Foundation seeks partnerships with businesses and corporations who want to show their support for Hillsdale High School and our award-winning Small Learning Community model, while also showcasing their brand to Hillsdale students, families, and the wider community. We offer a range of sponsorship opportunities. Benefits of sponsorship include:
- Logo placement on a banner at a highly visible corner of the Hillsdale campus that hundreds of families, staff, and commuters drive past daily
- Ads in programs for our Dance, Drama, and Music programs throughout the school year
- Logo placement with link to your website on the Hillsdale Knights Bulletin, which is sent weekly to over 1,000 families in our community
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Hillsdale Peace Pantry ~ Community Garden ~ Community Closet | |
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Hillsdale Community,
On behalf of Empowerment Through Action (ETA) at Hillsdale we have hosted a series of meetings in September. If you would like to learn more about how you can get involved, volunteer and support Hillsdale students and families impacted by the high cost of living in San Mateo and Foster City, please join us at one of our community meetings to learn more. RSVP here for our last session: Sept. 27 - 8am-9am - Friday In-person - at Peace Pantry in the Alameda lot
Hillsdale Peace Pantry
If you would like to volunteer at our Peace Pantry this Friday OR in October please sign up here. Our volunteer team meets in the Alameda Parking Lot every Friday morning at 7:30am to provide weekly groceries and essential items to families. Volunteers can sign up to work the Emergency Food Drive Thru or volunteer to deliver groceries to 3-4 Hillsdale families who do not have transportation. No experience required
Hillsdale Community Garden
If you are interested in joining our Community Garden Team please email bstevenson@smuhsd.org to learn more. We currently need Thursday harvest support from 3:30pm-5:00pm. All you need to do is show up. No experience required. *Please follow us on Instagram, @hhs_community_garden, for updates.
Hillsdale Community Closet
Community Closet Team is currently in need of (ONLY) men’s (high school age) jeans, Hillsdale gear/swag, new socks, new undershirts 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
Brett Stevenson
Hillsdale ETA Co-Executive Director
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BJs ~ Class of 2027 Fundraiser | |
Round Table Pizza ~ Music Boosters Fundraiser
Support the Hillsdale Music Boosters on Tuesday, October 1! Pick up dinner (or lunch or snack) at Round Table Pizza at 1304 W. Hillsdale (in the Laurelwood Shopping Center) anytime on Tuesday, October 1. A portion of the proceeds will go to support our music programs. Be sure to mention the Hillsdale Music Boosters!
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California Pizza Kitchen ~ Girls Flag Football Fundraiser
Join us on Tuesday, October 1 at California Pizza Kitchen at Hillsdale Mall to support the Girls Flag Football team. Dine in the restaurant, grab some take-out, or get your order delivered. A portion of proceeds from the entire day will go to support the team. Be sure to show the flyer or mention the HHS Girls Flag Football Team!
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Mendocino Farms ~ Girls Water Polo Fundraiser
Don't want to cook? Want to support the girls water polo team? No problem! Order lunch and dinner at Mendocino Farms (near Whole Foods), show the attached flyer, and 30% of your total will be donated to the team! Thank you for your support!
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Concession Volunteers Needed
Can you help will concessions? The Snack Shack is looking for volunteers for our Knights' home games this fall. Volunteers get FREE admission to the game AND a FREE meal!
Please sign-up here.
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Hillsdale Yearbook Pre-sale on Now!
Buy your copy of The Shield 2025 yearbook before November 1, 2024 to get the $80 pre-sale price and free personalization - the student's First and Last Name imprinted on the back cover.
Order your copy here
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Golden State Warriors ~ Spirit Squad Fundraiser
Join us for A Knight with the Golden State Warriors on Thursday, December 7th, in support of Hillsdale's Spirit Squad! Don’t miss this exciting night of basketball and school spirit, where a portion of the ticket sales will go back to the Spirit Squad. Let’s show our Knight pride and cheer on the Warriors together! See flyer for details on how to purchase tickets.
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Volunteer for our Career Speaker Series Panel
Hillsdale's College & Career Center runs a Career Speaker Series panel in which YOU volunteer to speak with students who are interested in a particular career field. We have these panels once a month, focusing on a general career field. We are looking for all educational levels and backgrounds.
To sign up/get more information: https://bit.ly/CareerSpeakerSignUp
Questions? Contact Jerel Reyes, Career Coordinator [JReyes@smuhsd.org; 650 558 2648] or Laura Burtness, College, Career, & Financial Aid Advisor [LBurtness@smuhsd.org; 650 558 2613]
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Volunteer Opportunities for Teens!
The inclusion of an opportunity in this document is not an endorsement or recommendation by SMUHSD.
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Important District Updates | | |
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allcove San Mateo Upcoming Events
allcove San Mateo is a youth drop-in center where youth can hang out, study, attend events, and access services. allcove provides a unique space for students to access resources and support for family, friends and the larger community. Students are invited to attend upcoming events:
Students are invited to attend upcoming events, including:
Friday, September 27: Game Night
Monday, September 30: Art and Movement Workshop
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Upcoming Family Education Webinars
The following webinars are free and provide simultaneous Spanish interpretation unless otherwise noted.
How to Navigate a Life: The New Science of Finding Your Way in School, Career, and Beyond
Wednesday, October 2, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Speaker: Belle Liang, PhD, professor and author of "How to Navigate a Life: The New Science of Finding Your Way in School, Career, and Beyond Register
Suicide Prevention 101: Offering Hope for Parents and Teens
Thursday, October 3, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Speaker: Dr. Pamela Morris-Perez, a nationally-recognized expert in adolescent suicide and Professor of Applied Psychology at NYU Steinhardt Register
Helping Your Child Build Good Habits - Parent Forum
Friday, October 4, 12 - 1 p.m.
Speaker: Erin Magen, PhD., Founder, Parenting for Humans
Register
Learn more: www.smuhsd.org/family-ed
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September Arts & Culture Fest
The San Mateo County Office of Arts and Culture and the San Mateo Area Chamber of Commerce are pleased to present the September Arts & Culture Fest - the best street festival on the Peninsula. This day-long event features LOCAL musicians, entertainment and cultural performances, artists and craft-makers, cuisine from around the world, wine and beer, and family-friendly activities in the heart of downtown San Mateo. The event is free and open to the public.
Details
Saturday, September 28, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
B Street (Between 1st and 3rd Street), San Mateo
Learn more: https://www.smcgov.org/ceo/september-arts-and-culture-fest
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El Festival de Arte y Cultura de septiembre
La Oficina de Arte y Cultura del Condado de San Mateo y la Cámara de Comercio del Área de San Mateo se complacen en presentar el Festival de Arte y Cultura de septiembre, el mejor festival callejero de la Península. Este evento de todo un día presenta músicos locales, espectáculos culturales y de entretenimiento, artistas y artesanos, cocina de todo el mundo, vino y cerveza y actividades familiares en el corazón del centro de San Mateo. Este evento es gratuito y está abierto a todo el público.
Detalles del evento: Sábado, 28 de septiembre de 10:00 a.m. a 6:00 p.m.
B Street (entre 1st y 3rd Street) San Mateo
Obtenga más información en: https://www.smcgov.org/ceo/september-arts-and-culture-fest
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Free Mammograms Available at October 5 Pink Patch Party
The San Mateo Police Department is hosting their annual Breast Cancer Awareness event - the Pink Patch Party - on Saturday, October 5. The event will be held at 100 South B Street in San Mateo from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. and featured live music, food, games, raffles, and mammogram screenings!
Learn more about the mammogram screenings and sign up: https://feedback.sutterhealth.org/f/155358/30bd/
Mammograms will be offered from 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
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Mamografías gratuitas disponibles en el evento Pink Patch Party (Fiesta del Parche Rosa) el 5 de octubre
El Departamento de Policía de San Mateo organiza su evento anual de concientización sobre el cáncer de mama en el evento Pink Patch Party, el sábado 5 de octubre. Este evento se llevará a cabo en 100 South B Street en San Mateo de las 11:00 a.m a las 4:00 p.m. Habrá música en vivo, juegos, rifas, comida y exámenes de mamografía.
Es muy IMPORTANTE que si desea hacerse un examen de mamografía se registre con anticipación. Obtenga más información en:
https://feedback.sutterhealth.org/f/155358/30bd/
Las mamografías se ofrecerán de 9:00 a.m. hasta las 3:30 p.m.
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Love the Arts? Attend an Upcoming Concert or Play!
Visit the District website at smuhsd.org/vapa for a list of upcoming concerts and plays taking place across the District. These visual and performing arts events are open to anyone in the community.
Upcoming Performances:
Aragon
Potluck Concert: October 18
Fall Musical - Sister Act The Musical: November 21-24, 2024
Burlingame
Fall Play - The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee: November 14-17
Capuchino
Fall Music Showcase: October 10
Fall Play - Ghostlight: November 14-16
Hillsdale
Choral Pops Concert: October 10, 7 p.m.
Fall Musical - Cabaret: November 1-3, 2024
Mills
Fall Plays - Steel Magnolias and The Play that Goes Wrong: November 7-9
San Mateo
Fall Play - Sweeney Todd: October 24-27
Instrumental Winter Concert: December 10
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