Spartan Times
May Newsletter Issue 9
Principals Message
Never forget this moment. Never forget that you are wonderfully made. Never forget that you are Spartan Strong!
Be Positive. Be Purposeful. Be Productive. Be a Spartan Graduate.
Principal Scruggs Smith, M.Ed
College Corner
- Congratulations to the rising seniors selected to attend Berkeley Virtual Experience 2021. Selected students will be contacted by Mr. McIntosh!
- Thank you Ms. Caitlin James for creating the Community College Info Night, that took place onThursday, June 3 from 5-6pm click picture for the link! Thanks to Ms. James's leadership and the hard work with the College and Career Readiness Committee we were able to start our career and technology program. Spartans have been given more opportunities to do career exploration and earn college credit.
Teacher Appreciation Week
May is Mental Health awareness month
In an effort to offer support to students and families during COVID and distance learning, the Wellness Center has established drop in hours. We will have staff available for student/family support and teacher support and consultation Mon. - Fri. from 12pm - 3pm.
Of course the drop in sessions will take place virtually given our current distance learning. Below is the schedule and contact information for the Wellness Staff staffing the drop in hours:
Nicholas Hughes: Mondays & Tuesdays 510-662-6842
Steph Peek: Wednesdays 510-901-3169
Auden Smith: Thursdays 510-476-9060
Mariana Banks: Fridays 510-439-9790
Star Spartans
Jesus Herrera Math Teacher
- Grew up in Santa Rosa
- Went to UC Berkeley for undergrad after high school.
- Studied and has a degree in Pure Mathematics.
- I've been working as a math teacher for 6 years, 4 at Emery.
- Briefly considered working in finance, analytics, and actuarial science but decided to continue with teaching because that other stuff isnt fun.
May Students of the month
Armani Cole-Cash (Siegel)
Chaniece Holloway (Wright-Crichlow)
Daniel Von Bromssen (Hu)
Alfredo Martinez (Payne)
Kenvia Hayes (Montgomery)
Raylon Page (Perez)
Rhytham Dawar (Heinz)
Jenifer Quintana (Salvatore)
Roberts, Jazmin (Tree)
Alannah Toney (Burns)
Dennis Navarro (Brannon)
Ramon Perez Biology and Chemistry Teacher
- Born and grew up in the Philippines
- Received degree at SF State University
- Biology and Chemistry Teacher at Emery High School for the past 6+ years
- Head coach for Girls Volleyball team
- Head coach Boys Volleyball Team
- Assistant coach to the girls softball team
Emery Student Senate
Congratulations to our elected student officials for the 2021 - 2022 school year. Thank you to everyone who ran for a position for their commitment to making our school a better place.
Upcoming Events...End of the School Year!
- May 31 is Memorial Day- No School
- Thursday, June 10, 2021 EHS Graduation at 4 PM
- Friday, June 11, 2021 Last Day of School
EMERY STUDENTS WILL BE ABLE TO SWIM ON CAMPUS STARTING JUNE 21 -JULY 19, 2021 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM. Please come dressed in your swim gear because you will not be able to get dressed at the pool! Thank you Rebecca Sermeno for this enrichment opportunity.
In-Person Summer School dates for Emery High School students: June 21-July 19; Monday-Thursday; 9:00 am-12:00 pm; ALL STUDENTS WHO SUBMIT APPLICATIONS FOR SUMMER SCHOOL WILL BE ADMITTED! Questions? Please call 510-601-4998 for support from Mr. McIntosh, your Academic Counselor.
Did You Know?
- May’s birthstone is the emerald which is emblematic of love and success.
- May 1 is Lei Day in Hawaii. Leis are garlands or wreaths that are often made with native Hawaiian flowers and leaves.
- May 5 is Cinco de Mayo (“The Fifth of May”). This day celebrates the victory of the Mexican army over the French army at The Battle of Puebla in 1862.
About US
Email: Eddie.smith@emeryusd.org
Website: www.smore.com
Location: 1100 Steve Dain Drive
Phone: (510) 601-4998
Facebook: facebook.com/emeryhigh