Carlmont Shadowing Program

8th Grade Transition

Carlmont's 8th Grade Transition TeamTop of Page

About Us:

The 8th Grade Transition Team is comprised of the Principal of Carlmont High School and a group of parent volunteers representing the Middle School feeder communities. Throughout the school year, we will host a series of events to provide you and your student with information about Carlmont’s academic program and student enrichment programs, so that you will have the information necessary to choose the most appropriate High School for your student. Each event has a different goal or purpose. You will find a brief description of each event on our calendar.

Our team also publishes a monthly newsletter called the Carlmont Corner. It is distributed to 8th grade families at Nesbit, Ralston and Tierra Linda (and as a courtesy to Central & Charter) and is posted each month on this site. If you attend another school and would like to join our mailing list and have information emailed to you, please use the link below.

8th Grade Transition Calendar of EventsTop of Page

Calendar of Events for Students Entering High School in 2019

Carlmont's 8th Grade Transition Team will host a variety of events during the upcoming school year for 8th grade students and their parents or guardians. Our goal is to familiarize future Scots and their families with the wonderful experience Carlmont High School offers!

Shadowing - Students Only. October - January. Carlmont's shadowing program offers two options for 8^th grade students: individual or group shadowing. Students are invited to shadow only once. The objective of our shadowing program is to offer students an opportunity to experience a day on campus. Scroll down for detailed information on this event.
8^th Grade Parent Information Night – Parents Only. October 16, 2018. This is our largest event and is intended to provide a broad overview of the academic program at Carlmont. We offer a campus tour prior to the program. Scroll down for detailed information on this event.

Student and Parent Forums - Students and Parents. Jan 29, Feb 13, & Mar 7, 2019. We offer three Forums (attend one). This is an informal opportunity to learn more about student life at Carlmont High School and to ask questions of current students, parents, teachers and staff. Campus tours will be offered prior to the Forum. Scroll down for detailed information on this event.
Special Education Services Information Night - Parents Only. Jan 15, 2019. Special Education Representatives will be available to answer any questions you might have regarding transitioning into Carlmont High School.
Counseling Department’s 8th Grade Parent Night - Parents Only. February 27, 2019. This event will provide a review of the registration process for students from feeder AND non-feeder schools. Scroll down for detailed information on this event.
Carlmont Academic Foundation (CAF) Dessert Reception – Parents Only. April/May 2019. A panel comprised of Carlmont teachers and administrators will speak about Carlmont and the transition from 8^th grade to high school. Scroll down for detailed information on this event.
Freshman Parent Information Night - Parents Only. August 2019. This event will cover everything you need to know about getting your freshman off to a good start at Carlmont. Scroll down for detailed information on this event.

Newsletter - Students and Parents. Monthly. We publish the Carlmont Corner newsletter each month to provide families with comprehensive information about upcoming events, deadlines, registration, address verification and more. The newsletter is distributed to our feeder schools and posted here each month. Scroll down for more detailed information.

In addition to these events, opportunities are available to attend sporting events, music, drama, choral and dance performances. Visit the calendar on the Carlmont website for the most up-to-date information.

2018 2019 8th Grade Calendar of Events

8th Grade Parent Information NightTop of Page

We hope you had an opportunity to visit Carlmont High School during “Parent Information Night” on October 16. This was the first in a series of events held throughout the year for 8th grade students and parents. Please view the handout (link below) from the evening to see a list of important upcoming dates and events.

8th Grade Parent Information Night Handout

SUHSD Open Enrollment & Address VerificationTop of Page

Open Enrollment - Deadline Friday, February 1, 2019 at 4:00 p.m. - Ninth Grade Open Enrollment is a period of time when an incoming 9th grade student (current 8th graders) may request a high school other than their assigned home school to attend. You must complete an online Open Enrollment Transfer Application to be eligible. Forms will be accepted at the SUHSD office beginning Thursday, November 15, 2018 at 12:00 p.m. The deadline is Friday, February 1, 2019 at 4:00 p.m.

Open Enrollment Forms and Information

Address Verification - Deadline no later than April 26, 2019 - An address verification form must be on file for every student in the Sequoia Union High School District. Please use the link below for the form and complete instructions. Forms will be accepted at the SUHSD office beginning November 1, 2018 and should be submitted NO LATER than April 26, 2018.

Address Verification Forms and Information

Carlmont's Shadowing Program Top of Page

Carlmont hosts both an individual shadow program and a group shadow program from October to January each year. The Carlmont Shadow Program for 2018 - 2019 is currently closed. Shadow registration for next school year (2019 - 2020) will be available at the end of September, 2019. Please check regularly for updates.

8th Grade Student & Parent ForumsTop of Page

January 29, February 13, or March 7 (FULL), 2019 - all from 6:45 pm to 8:30 pm

Who Should Attend?

Parents AND 8^th Grade Students who want to learn more about student life on Carlmont campus.

What is unique about this event?

Small setting allows for your questions to be asked & answered!
Panel of current Carlmont students presents great information about campus life and answers your questions.
Panel of administrators and teachers also presents insightful information and answers your questions about transitioning to high school.
Student-led campus tours available tonight.

I already know my child is going to Carlmont, do I need to attend this night?

No, this night is informational only.
It contains no specifics about registering an 8^th grader for high school and does not focus on academics at Carlmont.

Where is this event held?

Optional Campus Tours begin at the Carlmont Library at 6:45 pm.
The forum is from 7:30 - 8:30 pm in the Carlmont Library.
Parking is available at the Senior Parking lot. (2nd entrance coming from San Carlos or Belmont, across from Chula Vista). Walk straight to the top of the stairs and follow signs for directions.

How do I sign up?

Our last Forum on Thursday, March 7 is full and registration is closed.

New Student Registration InformationTop of Page

Counseling Department’s 8th Grade Parent Night

Wednesday, February 27, 2019 7:00 pm at Carlmont's Performing Arts Center

Who Should Attend?

ALL Parents of 8^th Grade Students attending Carlmont in Fall 2019 (Parents Only).
If you only attend one event this year, this is THE one!

Why Should I Attend?

This meeting will provide a review of the registration process for students from feeder and non-feeder schools.
It will also include information on class selection, Carlmont High School's graduation requirements as well as those requirements necessary to apply to a four-year college.

How do I sign up?

No RSVP needed.

Where is this event held?

The presentation is in the Carlmont Performing Arts Center.
Parking is available at the Senior Parking lot. (2nd entrance coming from San Carlos or Belmont, across from Chula Vista). The Performing Arts Center is straight ahead at the top of the stairs.

If I can not attend this informational event, where can I get more information?

Please visit Carlmont Counseling Department webpage.

Carlmont Academic Foundation (CAF) Dessert ReceptionTop of Page

Who should attend?

Parents interested in learning more about transitioning their 8^th Grader to Carlmont and parents interested in connecting with other Carlmont parents. This is a great opportunity to get additional questions answered.

What is the program?

A panel comprised of Carlmont teachers (typically department chairs) and administrators will speak about Carlmont, their vision for the next 5 years, and the transition from 8^th Grade to high school.
The panel will also answer your questions.

I already know my child is going to Carlmont, do I need to attend this night?

This night is informational only.
It contains no specifics about registering an 8^th Grader for high school.

How do I sign up?

CAF Dessert Reception will be held on Thursday, April 18 from 7 to 8:30 pm in the Student Union.
No RSVP required.

Freshman Parent Information NightTop of Page

August 2019 7:00 - 9:00 pm in the Performing Arts Center

Parent Orientation Faire (optional) 6:00 - 7:00 pm in the Quad

Who Should Attend?

ALL Parents of Incoming Freshman.
This meeting (held the week before school starts) will cover everything you need to know about getting your freshman off to a good start at Carlmont.

Why should I end my summer early to attend this event?

Staying informed will give you and your student the best chance to get their high school years off to a good start.
Decrease anxiety for you and your student during the first few weeks of school by getting the most up-to-date information directly from Carlmont administration.

How do I sign up?

No RSVP needed.

Where and when is this event held?

Parent Orientation Faire (optional) is in the Quad from 6 - 7 pm. Complimentary dinner provided where you can mingle with administrators, and student reps, and learn about all of Carlmont’s organizations.
The presentation is in the Carlmont Performing Arts Center from 7 - 9 pm.
Parking is available at the Senior Parking lot. (2nd entrance coming from San Carlos or Belmont, across from Chula Vista). The Performing Arts Center is straight ahead at the top of the stairs.
Exact date TBD. Please check back in Spring 2019.

Carlmont Corner Monthly NewsletterTop of Page

Carlmont Corner Newsletter for 8th Grade Families

The Carlmont Corner newsletter is distributed monthly to feeder middle schools (Nesbit, Ralston and Tierra Linda) and is available as a link below on this page at the beginning of each month. You'll find announcements, reminders and information about upcoming events. Current and past issues can be found at the links below.

Contact 8th Grade TransitionTop of Page

Contact the 8th Grade Transition Team

If your student does NOT attend a Carlmont feeder school* (Nesbit, Ralston and Tierra Linda)** and you would like to receive regular updates from the Carlmont 8th Grade Transition Team, Click here to join our mailing list!

*Students at Nesbit, Ralston and Tierra Linda already receive this information through their schools.

**As a courtesy, students at Central & Charter already receive this information through their schools.

If you have a question, send an email to an 8th Grade Transition Team member: Questions for 8th Grade Transition

Questions regarding enrollment, class placement or registration should be directed to our Counseling department staff.