[BHS Etree] STUDENT ACTIVITIES: JACKETS Get Involved! Volunteer, Jacket Gear, & Events...

Fri Oct 5 14:42:53 PDT 2018

PLEASE do not reply to this email, contact Mr. V johnvillavicencio at berkeley.net<mailto:johnvillavicencio at berkeley.net>

This post can also be found on the BHS Leadership website:

https://berkeleyschools.net/leadership/?p=1275

Hello Fellow Yellow Jackets,

This message includes volunteer opportunities, last chance Jacket Gear sale, and activities in the next month or so...

SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES

Math Night at Washington Elementary on October 11 from 5:30-8:30 pm.

Washington Elementary is having a family math night and looking for high school volunteers who like work with kids to help run math stations. Do you need service hours? Pizza and free math provided. Please contact Mr. V by October 9.

BHS Black Studies Kickoff<https://www.aasd50years.org/> Festival October 20 from 12 pm - 6 pm at BHS

The African American Studies Department is hosting an anniversary reunion for BHS alumni along with entertainment, food, and games. We are looking for student volunteers to bridge the gap between alumni and current events of our school. If you want to support this anniversary event and learn about the amazing history of this program, you should consider volunteering. Contact Mr. V to submit your interest to volunteer by October 15.

Berkeley Project<https://www.berkeleyproject.org/join/> November 3rd various sites

Are you interested in serving your local community and meeting UC-Berkeley students? The Berkeley Project is a semiannual one day service project that takes place across the East Bay. As a volunteer, you would be assigned a site and team up with other volunteers to make a difference at a local place in need. Volunteers will receive breakfast, lunch, and a cool t-shirt along with the good vibes of making a positive impact on the community. DEADLINE is October 19.<https://www.berkeleyproject.org/join/> Student Clubs should strongly consider being assigned to the same site!

Berkeley Half Marathon Sunday, November 18 at BHS and various sites around Berkeley in the morning

Did you know that 5,000+ people descend upon Berkeley in November for a running race with BHS as the starting line. If not, you should consider getting behind the scenes as a volunteer at the finish line, bag check, or other areas of need. Student clubs should strongly consider forming a group and teaming up to operate a water stop along the race course. Contact Mr. V by October 15 if you would like to volunteer. Good luck to all runners!!!

Alameda County Poll Worker November 6 at various locations and times

If you would like to get a firsthand account of the voting process, you should consider applying to be a Poll Worker. You meet the following requirements and will complete an application ASAP. Students with multiple language proficiency are highly encouraged to apply! Click here to download an application.<https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/#inbox/WhctKJTzzZlNKrCqNVNgjmVmzJdSzrhKJcXXPJKtPtnlztjwzrzxNHHlFnCSKgRhqpvHLnq?compose=CBbpxxtClvVfhLlhrJRvzMpsMFQHTbBVGFtHPTZsSXRzmDkkCvqqDKKKlJMCHzltlnsCsNtbwPQbkGznTZlrQDWMhgJHSbcTdJHqXmwQRBxrmHRPqjzspmdlkqDJkpGDBVPzXWDgjFxhHmnzkpcfBMxlCtFPfwRTXzslZtDjr>

Age 16 on or before Tuesday, June 5, 2018
U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder)
GPA of 2.5 or greater
Permission from a Parent/Guardian and a School Administrator

Winter Holiday Meal Canned Food Drive now until December 14

Please bring in canned food for the Winter Holiday Meal that will be donated to the Alameda County Food Bank. Bins are located at the leadership office. More information to be announced about volunteering for the meal in November. Contact Sarah Weaver or Mr. V for more info. Thank you!

JACKET GEAR

Final Chance Jacket Gear Sales ---- deadline October 19

We have hoodies, snapback hats, and shirts. Pay by credit online or cash/check in person in the leadership office in the cafeteria. Please stop by the leadership office in the cafeteria if you have yet to pick up items purchased from the previous catalog FC399398. Thanks!

https://shop.fancloth.com/94704/446054

UPCOMING EVENTS

Unity Week October 15-19

Theme dress-up days, lunchtime Games and friendly competition

MON 10.15

PAJAMA DAY

TUES 10.16

JERSEY DAY

WED. 10.17

PUNK vs. PREP DAY & Show of Unity assembly

THUR. 10.18

DECADE's DAY

60's(CLASS of '22)/ 70's('21)/ 80's('20)/ 90's('19)

FRI. 10.19

RED & GOLD DAY

Berkeley stay buzzing with Jacket Pride!!!

BHS World Culture Week November 26-30 at BHS

Calling all Culture Clubs and students who wish to share a piece of their culture at the assembly or club fair. This could be in the form of fashion, storytelling, song, dance, rap, spoken word, or other form. We hope to represent all cultures at this assembly and at the cultural club fair in late November. Contact Vanessa Rasmussen or Mr V for more info.

Halloween 5k presented by Sports Basement Saturday, October 27th

Location: Sports Basement Presidio

Time: 5k starts @ 9am, Kid's 1 mile race @ 10:30am

Cost: Adults: $25, Kids: $10

Discount: Use code EBRUNNERS to receive 10% off your entry fee.

Description: Join Sports Basement for a very special (and spooky!) 5K race on Saturday, October 27th. 100% of proceeds from race registration and sponsors will be donated to Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco. Whether you're looking to do your personal best, looking for an excuse to dress up or just want a fun day with friends near Chrissy Field, there is something for everyone. Come for the race, stay for the after-party at Sports Basement Presidio! There will be food trucks, music, games and great deals throughout the store and much much more!

Event Page/RSVP: http://sbhalloween5k.com/

Other resources:

·         Parents can log on to Illuminate to see student's schedule!<https://bhs.berkeleyschools.net/parents/illuminate-access/>

·         BHS Student Club List - Over 80 clubs!!!<https://bhs.berkeleyschools.net/student-activities-3/berkeley-high-clubs/>

·         Starting a club? - deadline is end of 1st quarter. Here is what you should know<https://berkeleyschools.net/leadership/?page_id=25>

·         Get into home football games for free & a free yearbook! Buy an ASB Sticker today!<https://berkeleyschools.net/leadership/?p=1230>

·         Need to take a Senior Portrait? Even if none are available right now, please check back as more appointment dates will be added until winter break. Make an appointment here.<https://www.mylegacymatters.us/appointments>

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