Community Opportunities for SMUHSD Students
Save the Date for Pride Prom 2026: April 17
The 4th Annual Pride Prom is April 17, 2026! Information about this free event for 9-12th graders in San Mateo County, including a link to register, will be shared in the new year! www.smuhsd.org/prideprom
¡Reserva la fecha! ¡El 4º Baile Anual del Orgullo es el 17 de abril de 2026! El próximo ano compartiremos información sobre este evento gratuito para estudiantes de 9º a 12º grado en el condado de San Mateo, incluyendo un enlace para registrarse para el baile. www.smuhsd.org/prideprom
Deadline Extended to March 20 for Bay Area Youth Climate Summit’s (BAYCS) Youth Advisory Council Application
Current 9th and 10th Graders: Take an Active Role in Climate Action
Are you currently a Bay Area 8th grader, 9th grader, or 10th grader with an interest in taking an active role in the climate movement? The Bay Area Youth Climate Summit’s (BAYCS) Youth Advisory Council of ~30 Bay Area students may be just the right opportunity for you!
BAYCS serves as the governing body and mobilizing force driving the development and implementation of BAYCS' events, workshops, and projects.
BAYCS programs are designed to uphold their vision of a world where every individual, from all backgrounds, has the community and tools to collectively fight for a future of environmental equity.
BAYCS members expand the impact of our programs, design insightful campaigns to mobilize youth through various media platforms, & learn about the intersections of the climate crisis alongside a network of 3,500+ youth.
As a member, you can join one or more sub-teams:
- Workshops/partnerships
- Social media
- Website
- Grants/sponsorships
- Newsletter/blog
By applying to the team, you are taking the first step in a journey of leadership skill-building and environmental liberation!
Deadline to apply is March 20: https://docs.google.com/
More info: baycs.org
Congressional Arts Competition: Submissions Due April 12
Are you a high school artist? Join the Congressional Art Competition for a chance to have your work hung in the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.!
Each spring, a nationwide high school arts competition is sponsored by the Members of the U.S. House of Representatives. The Congressional Art Competition is an opportunity to recognize and encourage the artistic talent throughout the country.
Congressman Kevin Mullin is hosting the local competition for high school students living or going to school in the California’s 15th Congressional district.
Submissions are due April 12, and a local awards ceremony will be held April 30, 2026.
The first place winner from our district will have a chance to visit D.C. for an awards ceremony with winners from other districts, and their artwork will be displayed for one year in the U.S. Capitol building.
The second and third place winners will have their artwork displayed in Congressman Mullin’s District Office for a year.
Learn more about rules, eligibility, and details on how to apply.
High School Seniors: Summer 2026 Naturalist Internship
Applications due March 15
Grassroots Ecology's nine-week Naturalist Internship (June 15 - August 14) provides college students and recent graduates an opportunity to explore a career in environmental conservation and to deepen their understanding of California natural history. Interns will earn the California Naturalist certification as part of the program.
Join an information session on March 9. Learn more and apply.
9th-12th Grade Students: Science Accelerating Growth and Engagement (SAGE) Camp
Camp dates: June 21 to 27
Register by March 17
The Science Accelerating Growth and Engagement (SAGE) Mission is to engage curious students into STEM and empower them to explore a wide range of possibilities for their future.
SAGE Camp at SLAC is a free one-week residential/overnight camp for high school students.
Details
- Camp dates: June 21 - 27, 2026
- Register by March 17
- Learn more
- View the flyer (English/Spanish)