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Meet Your 2023-24 Student Delegates! |
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Dear SFUSD High School Students:
Hi everyone! My name is Meagan To and I'm honored to be elected as your Student Delegate for the 2023-24 school year. I'm a senior attending George Washington High School and I hope to address critical issues in our school district and create a strong channel of communication between student voices and the Board of Education. |
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Hey there! My name is Linnani Simpson, though some know me better as Linn, and I am proud to serve alongside Meagan as the Interim Student Delegate. Once the 2023-24 Student Advisory Council (SAC) is formed, I will hopefully become the second permanent Student Delegate. I use she/her pronouns and I'm a senior at Ruth Asawa School of the Arts. My goal is to make access to and understanding of the inner workings of the district more equitable so that self-advocacy is as accessible as it should be. |
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Role of the SFUSD Student Delegates
The Student Delegates act as a liaison between the Board of Education, the SAC, and the whole student body of SFUSD. We discuss important issues affecting our schools from the viewpoint of the students. We represent on behalf of over 50,000 students in SFUSD.
Role of the SFUSD Student Advisory Council
The SFUSD Student Advisory Council is an organization made up of members from all SFUSD high schools who work with the Board of Education to provide advice, introduce resolutions, and speak out for their school communities. We meet together every two weeks from 6 - 9 p.m. at 555 Franklin Street.
Read this newsletter to learn more about joining the Student Advisory Council along with more information!
In community,
Meagan To
Linnani Simpson
2023-24 SFUSD Student Delegates
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FIND WHAT YOU NEED
Featured in this month's HS Student Newsletter: |
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You Belong Here. Let's Show Up For Each Other.
Your presence matters to your teachers and other trusted adults at school – and to your friends. Plus, we know from the research that showing up every day for every class has a measurable impact on helping students reach the goal of graduation and finding success beyond high school. Regular attendance helps ensure you accumulate the credits you need to graduate, and keeps you connected with teachers and peers. If there are problems that make it hard for you to go to school, please don't hesitate to reach out to your teachers and counselors. |
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tbh Season 4 on KALW Public Media
How are teens and teachers using or abusing ChatGPT at school? How can youth empower themselves mentally to become effective and optimistic climate activists? How did one Bay Area high school cope with the fentanyl-lacing death of a senior? Why are teenagers so passionate about protesting, but not voting, and what can we do to change that?
San Francisco Bay Area teens tell their stories on these subjects and more in the latest season of KALW Public Media’s award-winning podcast, tbh podcast. Season 4 is available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, the NPR One app, or any of your other favorite podcast players.
KALW’s radio license is owned by the San Francisco Unified School District but is operationally and editorially independent. Every summer, KALW invites teenage students to apply for a paid fellowship in their Summer Podcasting Institute. Selected students produce the next season of tbh, made by, about, and for teenagers. The Institute looks for an ambitious, open-minded, and energetic cohort of high school students or recent graduates. Students learn how to report, interview, write radio scripts, and voice their own radio stories. For more information, email tbh@kalw.org or visit kalw.org. |
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Suicide Prevention Awareness Month |
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September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month — a time to raise awareness and discuss this highly stigmatized topic. Check out this curated list of resources that are available for students anytime.
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Bisexual Pride Month
With bisexuals comprising more than half of the gay, lesbian, and bisexual community, it’s no surprise that the bi+ community is diverse in how its members identify. Learn more and get resources specifically for youth from the Bisexual Resource Center.
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John O'Connell Teacher in the News
Mr. Chris Wood from John O'Connell HS spoke to KPIX about construction trades. Learn more about Career Technical Education programs at SFUSD.
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Muni Routes to SFUSD Schools
Every school in SFUSD is served by at least one Muni route. We encourage you to plan your trips ahead of time, as Muni vehicles often become crowded during morning peak hours and sometimes pass up stops when there is not enough room for more riders.
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COVID-19 Protocols
There have been no updates to SFUSD's COVID-19 protocols since Feb. 28, when San Francisco’s COVID-19 public health emergency declaration and Health Officer Order No. C19-07y, “Safer Return Together,” along with additional health orders, ended in alignment with the end of California’s COVID-19 State of Emergency.
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SFUSD Students Join Year 2 of Professional Sports Industry Study Program
The Giants Community Fund welcomed 30 students from Mission and Burton HS into the second cohort of the Careers as Sports Executives (CASE) Study program, part of SFUSD College and Career Readiness. Students will learn directly from sports executives with a behind-the-scenes look at the sports industry.
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Join the 2023-24 Student Advisory Council!
Want to be part of a cool leadership opportunity? The Student Advisory Council is a citywide, youth-led organization that is committed to providing a voice for the students of SFUSD by representing and presenting the interests of the students to the administrative and policy making bodies of the SFUSD. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, but we encourage you to apply ASAP before the first meeting on Sept. 18.
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High School Credit Recovery
Credit recovery and credit-earning options are offered to high school students who need credit recovery, want to retake a course to improve a grade, or have not taken a course required for graduation. Talk to your counselor to enroll.
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Free HBCU Fair at Mission HS
The San Francisco Alliance of Black School Educators (SFABSE), in partnership with United College Action Network, Inc., hosts the 24th Annual Historically Black College & Universities (HBCU) Recruitment Fair. At this free event, you can meet recruiters from 30-35 different HBCUs, receive application fee waivers, and even earn on the spot admissions and scholarships if you qualify.
Seniors: Bring 15 copies of your current transcript and SAT/ACT test scores if available.
Juniors: Bring transcripts.
Monday, Sept. 11, 4 - 7 p.m.
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Latinx Heritage Month at the San Francisco Public Library
San Francisco has a rich Latinx heritage that is highlighted in a diverse array of exciting programs for all ages, from Spanish/bilingual storytimes, to author talks, to art and cultural presentations.
Sept. 15 - Oct. 15
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Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur
Sept. 15 - 17 is Rosh Hashanah and Sept. 24 - 25 is Yom Kippur.
Shana Tova! |
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Mexican Independence Day
Sept. 16 is Mexican Independence Day.
¡Feliz Día de la Independencia de México! |
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Mid-Autumn Festival
Sept. 29 is the Mid-Autumn Festival.
中秋節快樂! |
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Back-to-School Week
Back-to-School Week for SFUSD high schools is Sept. 18 - 22. This is an opportunity for students, families, and staff to come together to learn what is planned for the school year. Each school organizes its own Back-to-School event. Ask your school when yours is scheduled. |
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College Track Recruiting Current 9th Graders NOW!
College Track is looking for committed, positive and motivated ninth grade students who are ready for the structure and support that a college-going community provides. Apply now to join a free, comprehensive 10-year program that supports students from underserved communities to become the first in their family to earn a bachelor's degree. The application is currently open and will close on Oct. 10. |
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SFUSD and DCYF Youth Violence Student Focus Group Interest Form
SFUSD and DCYF is interested in hearing your thoughts on youth violence. Each focus group will run for 75 minutes on Zoom.You will be contacted if you are selected to join one of our focus groups. Each focus group participant will receive $50. |
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10th and 11th Graders: PSAT Registration is Now Open Until Sept. 30!
2023 PSAT Registration is now open to all 10th and 11th grade SFUSD students. SFUSD will be administering the digital PSAT exam on Saturday, Oct. 14 at 8:30 a.m. at Lowell High School. Registration and payment for exams end on Sept. 30. |
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Ethnic Studies Requirement: What You Should Know
The San Francisco Board of Education approved a change to SFUSD’s graduation requirements to include at least two semesters or 10 elective credits of Ethnic Studies, beginning with the Class of 2028. The change was approved at the March 23, 2021 Board of Education regular meeting. This course will satisfy the G College Preparatory Elective Requirement. This change does not impact this year's freshman class. |
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New Late Start CCSF Dual Enrollment Option for Juniors & Seniors
If there are high school students still seeking a class, CCSF has a new Late Start class open to students of all backgrounds. Dr. Claudia Lodia, who also teaches at CSU East Bay and SFSU, has agreed to teach ASAM 35: Asian American Women starting Oct. 14 at the Mission campus, near BART on Saturdays 8:30 a.m to 2:00 p.m. Like the other classes offered this semester, ASAM 35 meets the CSU Area F Ethnic Studies transfer and graduation requirement. Talk to your high school counselor to learn more. |
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