Gate Parents Group
HHS On-site GATE Coordinator
Pam Seligman, pseligman@smuhsd.org 558-2660
GATE Parent Representatives
Katy Korsmeyer, kuokaty@scientist.com
Gina Woodman, gwfostercity@yahoo.com
John Woodman, jwood313@att.net
Dear HS Parents,
Lots of upcoming events from GATE Parents Group. Please note that some are FREE, others like the college essay course has a fee. Some are first come-first serve and open to the general public. Others have a priority enrollment for GATE students before open enrollment to all district students. Please register if needed and follow ALL instructions as provided. If online registration and separate payment or mail in forms are required, you must do all parts to be confirmed.
Please let me know if you have any questions!
When: Orientation Meeting Wednesday, January 25, 2012. Burlingame High School Alumni Room. Small Group meetings will be determined by school site and participation.
Cost: $200
To Register: Send completed San Mateo Union High School District Parent Consent Form (below) and check payable to SMUHSD GATE Parents to: College Essay, 650 N. Delaware Street, San Mateo, CA 94401.
E-mail confirmations will be sent by January 21, 2012.
Registration: Open Enrollment Closes January 18, 2012. Each school is allotted an equitable number of spaces filled upon a distribution formula. SMUHSD GATE no longer uses a first come first served method of selection. If a school’s allocation fills up, a waiting list will be formed. After January 18, 2012 those on the waiting list will fill any spaces that are not taken.
Cancellations: Final enrollment will be confirmed by January 21, 2012. There are no cancellations after this date.
Questions: Contact Kevin Nelson, District GATE Coordinator: at Knelson@smuhsd.org
Registration:
Priority will be given to current high school juniors.
-- Katy
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RETURNING COLLEGE PANEL
Jan 4, 2012, Wednesday 2PM - College Freshmen Panel - San Mateo Main Library Oak Room. Hear from SMUHSD district grads on what their first months at college was like and what prepared them for this year. Various 2011 HS grads representing colleges and universities from CA, out of state, private, public, with diverse majors. This is motivational for students of any grade level but most beneficial for juniors and seniors.
Free and open to all students.
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COLLEGE FINANCIAL AID
Jan 11, 2012, Wednesday 7PM - FAFSA Workshop with Dr. Wruble - Burlingame HS Auditorium. A leading expert in the college financial aid process will help you fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. Forms are provided. This is for parents of seniors but parents of any grade level are welcome for some early enlightenment.
Free and open to all parents.
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College Essay Workshop Series - Class of 2013
Fee associated. GATE students have priority before Jan 18.
Developing Your Voice in Writing. The college statement is not a traditional essay, and students often err in writing to that end. It is, instead, a personal statement.
When: Orientation Meeting Wednesday, January 25, 2012. Burlingame High School Alumni Room. Small Group meetings will be determined by school site and participation.
Cost: $200
To Register: Send completed San Mateo Union High School District Parent Consent Form (below) and check payable to SMUHSD GATE Parents to: College Essay, 650 N. Delaware Street, San Mateo, CA 94401.
E-mail confirmations will be sent by January 21, 2012.
Registration: Open Enrollment Closes January 18, 2012. Each school is allotted an equitable number of spaces filled upon a distribution formula. SMUHSD GATE no longer uses a first come first served method of selection. If a school’s allocation fills up, a waiting list will be formed. After January 18, 2012 those on the waiting list will fill any spaces that are not taken.
Cancellations: Final enrollment will be confirmed by January 21, 2012. There are no cancellations after this date.
Questions: Contact Kevin Nelson, District GATE Coordinator: at Knelson@smuhsd.org
Registration:
1. Click the link to complete the electronic registration
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dGdNWnM1Nk9mTkw0LVNLN29lQzlXbUE6MA - gid=0
2. Complete and mail the attached Parent Permission form.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dGdNWnM1Nk9mTkw0LVNLN29lQzlXbUE6MA - gid=0
2. Complete and mail the attached Parent Permission form.
Priority will be given to current high school juniors.
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Macworld Expo 2012
Free. GATE students district field trip.
Free. GATE students district field trip.
When: Friday, January 27, 2012. Departing at 8:45 AM from the Millbrae Bart Station. Students will be returned to the Millbrae Bart Station at 2:45 p.m. Please arrange for on-time student pick-up.
Cost: Free!
School Rules: This is a school-sponsored activity. All school rules apply. Dress Code: Comfortable attire.
To Register: Send completed San Mateo Union High School District Parent Consent Form (below) and check payable to SMUHSD GATE Program to: GATE-Macworld, 650 N. Delaware Street, San Mateo, CA 94401.
E-mail confirmations will be sent by January 21, 2012 after enrollment closes
Registration Open Enrollment Closes January 18, 2012. Each school is allotted an equitable number of spaces filled upon a distribution formula. SMUHSD GATE no longer uses a first come first served method of selection. If a school’s allocation fills up, a waiting list will be formed. After January 18, 2012 those on the waiting list will fill any spaces that are not taken.
Cancellations: If you cannot go please contact Kevin Nelson ASAP so that we may give your ticket to another student.
Questions: Contact Kevin Nelson, District GATE Coordinator: at Knelson@smuhsd.org
Registration:
Cost: Free!
School Rules: This is a school-sponsored activity. All school rules apply. Dress Code: Comfortable attire.
To Register: Send completed San Mateo Union High School District Parent Consent Form (below) and check payable to SMUHSD GATE Program to: GATE-Macworld, 650 N. Delaware Street, San Mateo, CA 94401.
E-mail confirmations will be sent by January 21, 2012 after enrollment closes
Registration Open Enrollment Closes January 18, 2012. Each school is allotted an equitable number of spaces filled upon a distribution formula. SMUHSD GATE no longer uses a first come first served method of selection. If a school’s allocation fills up, a waiting list will be formed. After January 18, 2012 those on the waiting list will fill any spaces that are not taken.
Cancellations: If you cannot go please contact Kevin Nelson ASAP so that we may give your ticket to another student.
Questions: Contact Kevin Nelson, District GATE Coordinator: at Knelson@smuhsd.org
Registration:
• Click the link to complete the electronic registration
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?hl=en_US&formkey=dGhXSlJWR0wyb3NzcjVRYWF4RXdGdlE6MQ - gid=0
2. Complete and mail the Parent Permission form attached.
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SAT Prep Course
Fee structure for GATE and non-GATE students. No priority enrollment. Course at both Capuchino HS and San Mateo HS if there is enough demand.
Feb 4, 11, 18, 25, and March 3
Morning Sessions from 9AM - 12PM
Afternoon Sessions from 1PM - 4PM
Both on-line registration at http://www.gateparents.com and payment must be received prior to receiving confirmation.
Mail-in GATE student fee: $250
Mail-in Non-GATE student fee: $325
On-line credit card payment through PayPal and incurs a transaction fee.
More information on the SAT Prep Course at our www.gateparents.com website.
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Franklin Templeton Investments - Afterschool Company Program
A Junior Achievement Sponsored Event
Student teams will form, run, and liquidate a company with guidance from Franklin Templeton employees
When: Tuesday’s -4:30 pm-6:30 pm -January 17- April 3, 2012
Where: Franklin Templeton Investments, 1 Franklin Pkwy, San Mateo, CA 94403-1906
Cost: Free
To Register: Complete online registration at the link below.
Complete enrollment ASAP as this program begins January 17, 2012.
Questions: Contact Kevin Nelson, District GATE Coordinator: at Knelson@smuhsd.org
Registration: Follow the registration steps below:
To Register:
1.Click the electronic link below to complete the online registration;
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?hl=en_US&formkey=dEQwZ0RQQmhLbUd2OVZXTHp1WFRxS1E6MA - gid=02.
2. You will receive an email confirmation by January 14, 2012
3. Upon confirmation, you will receive and return a Junior Achievement permission form.
The Afterschool Company Program
Students will work with volunteers at Franklin Templeton Investments in San Mateo in forming, running, and liquidating a corporation. In this 12-week program, students will learn what it takes to raise capital, build a business plan, market a product, and build effective teamwork and leadership skills. This unique experience goes beyond the classroom and has inspired many business leaders in Silicon Valley.
• Tuesday’s from January 17- April 3, 2012
• 4:30 pm-6: 30 pm Franklin Templeton Investments- San Mateo
(Final dates to be determined due to Spring Break)• Students are asked to make this a permanent commitment in their schedule and attend all team meetings.
• Students will be asked to dress in business attire for the weekly meetings with their teams
A separate Junior Achievement Permission form will be required to participate in this program.See attached course description or click on the link below for more detailed information about the program http://www.ja.org/programs/programs_high_coprgrm_obj.shtml
Other Offerings
The GATE Parents Group also has other class offerings periodically for students. Please see the On-site GATE Coordinator for more information.
PARENTS...
Would you like to participate in decisions for teacher grants, school site and district GATE activities, and parent information lectures? Would you like to find out more about your high school, our district, and the educational system?
The GATE Parents Group http://www.gateparents.com/ is the place to find out more INFORMATION. You can make a big difference in our high school education system. Please see the GATE Parents Group web site http://www.gateparents.com/ and contact a volunteer board member for details.
