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San Marin Sun - June 6, 2026

Posted Date: 06/06/26 (12:57 PM)
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San Marin High School · Novato, CA
San Marin Sun
Weekly Update
Week of June 8–12, 2026 Vol. 2 · Issue 37
📅 Finals Week · 8:30 AM to 12:45 PM, Monday through Thursday
Last day of school Thursday, June 11. Graduation Friday, June 12 at 2:00 PM.
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 This week: Finals begin Monday. Thursday, June 11 is the last day of school. Graduation is Friday, June 12 at 2:00 PM.
 
 Mustang moment: Congratulations to the Class of 2026. Four years done. They walk Friday at 2:00 PM. Watch the Student Leadership production “Class of 2026...We Made It!” 🎓
From Principal Boone
Happy Saturday! This is the last Sun of the school year. Thank you to my loyal Sun readers. I always appreciate your kind words and hearing your thoughts on what we cover.

One event before finals week: tonight, June 6, is the Music Showcase at Trek Winery, 5:00 PM in the barrel room, with a five-dollar voluntary donation at the door. Come hear our students play.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026. You earned this. We could not be prouder of you.

Graduation is Friday, June 12 at 2:00 PM on Meade Field, our football stadium. Gates open at 1:00 PM. Families, please read the full details below before Friday: parking, accessibility, seating, and etiquette.

We have over 290 graduates this year. Help us honor every one of them. We will see you at the field.
Andy Boone, Principal
Graduation · Class of 2026
🎓 Class of 2026 Graduation
Friday, June 12 · 2:00 PM · Meade Field
Stadium gates open at 1:00 PM
🎓 For Graduates: Day-of Arrival
Seniors must arrive at the gym on Friday, June 12 no later than 1:15 PM. Only senior students are permitted in the gym. Students will be searched on entry and may not leave once admitted. Please do not wear heels. Seniors
🎓 Seniors: Where to Send Your Final Transcript
IMPORTANT If you are attending a two-year or four-year college, you need to send your final transcript to your school.

Common App schools. Your counselor submits your final transcript for Common App colleges. Make sure your counselor knows which school you are enrolling at. Check with the Counseling Office if you are unsure which system to use.

All other schools (UC, CSU, community college, or any non-Common App school): use the Parchment link. Seniors
🎓 Seniors: FAFSA is a Graduation Requirement
This is a state requirement. If you have not completed the FAFSA, do so before graduation. Families who do not wish to file the FAFSA must see Mo Orrfelt, registrar, for the Opt-Out Form so the graduation requirement is met. Seniors Families
When & Where
Graduation is Friday, June 12 at 2:00 PM on Meade Field, the San Marin football stadium. Stadium gates open at 1:00 PM. Families
What to Bring
San Marin has many micro-climates and it can be warm at the start of the ceremony, sometimes very warm. Bring water and sun hats. If you bring an umbrella, please be mindful of blocking the view of others. Families
Seating
This is an open-seating event, on bleachers on both sides of the field. If you purchased or won reserved seating at one of our fundraisers, enter the field at the rolling gate near the flagpole and tell the attendant you have reserved seating. They will direct you to your seats. High heels are not permitted on the field. Reserved seating is not sold to the general public. It is available only through our auction and fundraisers. Families
Parking & Accessibility
Parking is first come, first served. We have limited parking for attendees with accessibility concerns, and some additional spaces may be available at the front entrance. If you cannot secure a blue accessibility space around campus, see the parking attendant near the ticket booth. We also offer a chauffeur-driven valet golf cart near the ticket booth for anyone with accessibility concerns. Please be patient, as there may be a wait. Please park responsibly and be considerate of our neighbors during the event. Families
Graduation Etiquette
Over 290 students are graduating this year, and we want to honor every one of them. Cheering and applause are welcome. Please keep them brief so the next graduate's name can be heard. Do not bring balloons into the stands. Tie any balloons away from the bleachers so they do not block the view. Please leave horns and sound machines at home, and be mindful of signs and other items that can block views or make names hard to hear. Families
🌈 June: LGBTQ+ Pride Month
           
Happy Pride Month, Mustangs! 🎉
Marin County is celebrating all month with events and family resources, including the Read with Pride Festival on June 14. The dates, details, and links are all in one place.
Explore Pride Month & Family Resources →
This Week · Need to Know
 
 Finals are Monday through Thursday, June 8 to 11. Two finals each day: 8:30 to 10:30 AM and 10:45 AM to 12:45 PM. Dismissal is 12:45 PM. Full grid below. Students Families
 
 Graduation: Friday, June 12 at 2:00 PM at Meade Field. Gates open at 1:00 PM. Full details on parking, accessibility, seating, etiquette, and graduate arrival are in the Graduation section above. Seniors Families
 
 Seniors: final transcripts. How you send your final transcript depends on the college you are attending. See the Graduation section above for which system to use. Seniors Families
 
 Seniors: FAFSA completion is a graduation requirement. State requirement. Complete the FAFSA before graduation. Opt-out path detailed in the Graduation section above. Seniors Families
 
 Seniors: Chromebook return is Wednesday, June 10 in the library, 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Return your district-issued Chromebook and charger. If you have outstanding invoices, follow the email instructions to pay them. Seniors Families
 
 Summer Resources for Parents and Caregivers. A guide for families heading into summer. View the guide. Families
 
 Work permits. Students under 18 are required to have a work permit, and permits expire each year. If your student's permit has expired, have them see Ms. Jensen to renew it. Permits are available at the district office over the summer. Students Families
 
 Attendance questions? Contact Jacque Baniqued (A–L) or Michelle Guin (M–Z) at the main office: (415) 897-4901. Families
Finals Schedule · June 8–11
Mon Jun 8 Period 1 final · 8:30–10:30 AM · Period 5 final · 10:45 AM–12:45 PM
Tue Jun 9 Period 2 final · 8:30–10:30 AM · Period 6 final · 10:45 AM–12:45 PM
Wed Jun 10 Period 3 final · 8:30–10:30 AM · Period 7 final · 10:45 AM–12:45 PM
Thu Jun 11 Period 4 final · 8:30–10:30 AM · Period 8 final · 10:45 AM–12:45 PM
Ten-minute break each day, 10:30–10:40 AM. Dismissal 12:45 PM. Seniors: mandatory graduation practice begins promptly at 10:45 AM on Thursday, June 11 in the Main Gym.
Coming Up · Dates & Events
Tue Jun 9 Regular NUSD Board Meeting · 6:00 PM · LCAP, Budget, Site Plans
Wed Jun 10 Seniors: Chromebook Return · Library · 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Thu Jun 11 Last Day of School · Finals dismissal 12:45 PM · Seniors: Graduation Practice 10:45 AM, Main Gym
Fri Jun 12 Graduation · Class of 2026 · 2:00 PM
Tue Jun 23 Regular NUSD Board Meeting · 6:00 PM · LCAP, Budget Adoptions
Sat Jul 18 10,000 Degrees Summit at San Francisco State · Free for juniors and sophomores · Apply
Aug 1-5 RYLA Summer Leadership Camp · Free for incoming Fr/So/Jr · ryla.camp
Aug 15-16 Class of 2027 Parking Spot Painting Weekend · For students who claimed a spot
College Acceptances
🎓 College Acceptance
Adam Gurrola CAL POLY POMONA
One Mustang is about to become a Bronco. Adam is headed to Cal Poly Pomona to study Business Administration with a concentration in Real Estate.
🎓 College Acceptance
Katie Blasingame CAL POLY SLO
One Mustang is staying a Mustang. Katie is headed to Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, home of the Mustangs, to study Mechanical Engineering.
🎓 College Acceptance
Jason Gurrola LOYOLA CHICAGO
One Mustang is about to become a Rambler. Jason is headed to Loyola University Chicago to study Business Administration with a concentration in Finance.
🔧 Trade Path
Cody Long PLUMBING TRADE SCHOOL
Cody is headed to plumbing trade school to train as a plumber.
🎓 College Acceptance
Sylvia Chen UC BERKELEY
One Mustang is about to become a Golden Bear. Sylvia is headed to UC Berkeley to study Education Sciences.
🎓 College Acceptance
Luke Miller UC SANTA BARBARA
One Mustang is about to become a Gaucho. Luke is headed to UC Santa Barbara to study Environmental Science.
🎓 College Acceptance
Mateo Peters WILLAMETTE
One Mustang is about to become a Bearcat. Mateo is headed to Willamette University to study Biochemistry.
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Counselor's Corner
10,000 Degrees Summit · Saturday, July 18 at San Francisco State
A free one-day event for high school juniors and sophomores: campus visit, workshops, college tour, and activities. Apply here · More info.
Follow on Instagram: @smhs.schoolcounselors
District News · NUSD
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NUSD Board Meetings
The Regular Board Meeting Tuesday, June 9 at 6:00 PM covers LCAP, budget, and site plans. The Regular Board Meeting Tuesday, June 23 at 6:00 PM covers LCAP and budget adoptions. Both meet at the Novato District Education Center, 1015 Seventh Street. Agendas and remote viewing options at nusd.org: Board, Board Meeting Dates and Agendas.
Questions: Leslie Benjamin, Communications · (415) 897-4259
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NUSD Budget Update
NUSD continues to navigate state funding challenges shared by schools statewide. Full details and engagement opportunities at nusd.org.
Thank you to our students, families, and staff. Graduation is Friday, June 12 at 2:00 PM. Congratulations, Class of 2026.
Go Mustangs. Go Green & Gold. 🐴
San Marin High School · 15 San Marin Drive · Novato, CA 94945 · (415) 898-2121
Vol. 2 · Issue 37 · Week of June 8–12, 2026