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Welcome To The San Mateo Union High School District

Mission...a statement of system purpose and critical means

The mission of the San Mateo Union High School District is to challenge and motivate each student to achieve full potential as a responsible member of our diverse community, in a safe learning environment that promotes intellectual growth, health, creativity, and respect for self and others.

Beliefs...fundamental convictions and basic values

We believe that:

  • Each individual has equal inherent dignity and worth.
  • Family is essential to the development of an individual's values.
  • Learning develops the aesthetic, emotional, intellectual, practical, and social aspects of the whole person.
  • Learning is a unique, personal, and lifelong experience.
  • Motivation is essential for reaching one's potential.
  • Higher expectations yield higher results.
  • Communities have a responsibility to the individual as individuals have a responsibility to the community.
  • Diversity enriches the community.

News

Scott Laurence Appointed as Superintendent of San Mateo Union High School District
SAN MATEO, California - April 23, 2009 - Scott Laurence, 51, has been appointed as Superintendent of the San Mateo Union High School District (SMUHSD) by the District's Board of Trustees at its regular meeting on April 23, 2009. Laurence, currentl... Continue
Posted by: Lina Lin
Published: 4/24/09

District’s Summer School is Set
Dates for the district’s 2009 summer school program have been approved and scheduled. An academic core program, including make-up courses, for current high school students will be offered from June 8 through July 17. So will specific mandate... Continue
Posted by: Lina Lin
Published: 2/9/09

Program Reductions Considered
The district’s Board of Trustees will consider a reduction in the academic offerings afforded by the seven-period day at its first meeting in February. The aim is to save $400,000-$500,000 at a time of extreme fiscal stress. The members of the b... Continue
Posted by: Lina Lin
Published: 1/16/09

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For the Community

Facilities Use Rental
Find out how to rent one of our athletic fields, conference rooms, or other indoor or outdoor facilities. See Facilities Use.

Information and Resources on the H1N1 (Swine Flu) for Parents
Letter to Parents - 4/28/09 Message regarding information on the swine flu. See message. 

For more information on the H1N1 Influenza click on the San Mateo County website www.smhealth.org/swineflu.

Swine Flu: A Guide for Families in San Mateo County
Frequently Asked Questions guide from the County of San Mateo, Health Systems office. See guide.

La gripe porcina: Una Guía para las Familias del Condado de San Mateo
Preguntas más frecuentes de la guía del Condado de San Mateo, la oficina de Sistemas de Salud. Ver la guía.

Community Relations
Letter To Parents and Community -  Regarding the prohibition of animals on district and school property (See Policies, District Policy 505.4).

Information for Parents
Parent/Guardian Rights and Responsibilities

Information for College Faire 2009

Parents & Students

Eighth Grade Presentation
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  • Student Academic Performance and Opportunity
  • Enrollment
  • Orientation and Programming