Superintendent's Message
Dear JUHSD Community,
What an eventful week it has been! From facing the storm and power outages to condensing a five-day week into four, I express my gratitude to the staff of JUHSD for consistently embracing challenges, while providing safe spaces for our students. Thanks, also, to my cabinet and the maintenance department, who helped us to navigate and weather this stormy week!
A special acknowledgment goes to the Westmoor High School administration, staff, and students for their flexibility, as we canceled school due to lack of power. Happy we were able to be on site for one day this week!
Lunar New Year
All district sites will be closed tomorrow, Friday, February 9, in observance of Lunar New Year. JUHSD celebrates our diversity and appreciates the cultures that make up our community. To learn about Lunar New Year events taking place in the Bay Area, scroll below!
Have an exciting three-day/Super Bowl weekend and we will see you back on campus February 12.
Warmly,
Toni Presta
Superintendent
@superintendent_tonipresta
A Must See Show
This Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, Jefferson High's Mission Fusion will present their spectacular show, Colors, in the school's Little Theater, 7:30 pm. From breathtaking choreography and costumes, to dramatic lighting and projections, this is one show you don't want to miss! Check out the link below for ticket info!
Photo credit: @aaronmallari @missionfusion_
Honoring Black History Month: Famous Poets
From Amanda Gorman and Maya Angelou, to Sonia Sanchez and Langston Hughes, these famous Black poets have left an indelible mark on the world of literature, using their powerful and poignant words to articulate the richness of the Black experience, resilience, and the ongoing struggle for equality.
Their poetry serves as a testament to the strength of the human spirit, a call for justice, and a celebration of the beauty found in equity and diversity. Learn more about these trailblazing artists from this Reader's Digest article entitled 19 Black Poets Whose Work Will Move and Inspire You.
Image credit: www.rd.com
JUHSD Honors Tomorrow - No School on Friday
The Lunar New Year holiday will be observed tomorrow, February 9, 2024, a first for the District, with all sites being closed for the day. To learn more about Lunar New Year festivities taking place around the Bay, click here.
Photo: Jefferson High Asian American Alliance Club members Alice Li, Kalina Chen, and Vernice Wang beautifully decorate the school's office for Lunar New Year.
Family Community Celebration at THS
On Thursday, February 15, the Thornton High Saints will hold a Family Community Celebration (FCC) at the school from 6:00-7:30 pm for their students and families. Join THS staff as they host a fun-filled evening full of food, music, free giveaways, the showcasing of student work, and more! For more information, call the school's office at (650) 550-7840 or click here!
CORA Visits THS
In honor of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, representatives from CORA (Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse) visited Thornton High students this past Tuesday and gave a presentation on healthy relationships. During lunch, CORA hosted an informational table in the school's quad where students could chat with and receive swag.
CORA is the only agency in San Mateo County solely dedicated to helping those affected by intimate partner abuse. From counseling, to emergency housing, to legal assistance, our services are designed to provide safety, support, and healing. To learn more, click here.
Save the Date: OYE Latinx Youth Conference
Latino youth (ages 12-22), and their guardians who live in San Mateo County, are invited to attend the return of the annual OYE Conference, an in-person event Saturday, March 23, 2024.
At this conference, held in person at Cañada College in Redwood City, youth and their guardians will explore ideas and discussion on culture, identity, obstacles their communities face, and opportunities for the future through interactive workshops, keynote speakers, performers and community networking.
To register for this event, please call (650) 834-3038. To view highlights from OYE’s 2023 event, please click here: OYE Conference 2023. For additional information, please click on the below flier or visit Facebook and Instagram pages.
