8th Grade High School Transition
Updates from Mr. Neal, your 8th grade counselor!
Transitioning from middle school to high school can be a daunting process. We are here to help and answer your questions.
Mr. Neal (cneal@smfc.k12.ca.us) will be the main contact to post updates, reminders, and resources for students and families.
SMUHSD DISTRICT RESOURCES
San Mateo Union High School District Incoming 9th Graders page
https://www.smuhsd.org/families/incoming-9th-graders/8th-grade-parentguardian-information-night
8th GRADE PARENT INFORMATION NIGHTS
If you are interested in attending a high school other than Aragon, Hillsdale or San Mateo, please refer to the SMUHSD website for more information.
Hillsdale Prospective Students Page
Hillsdale High School information Night
Thursday, October 22, 2026
6:30 p.m.
HHS Auditorium
San Mateo Prospective Students Page
San Mateo High School information Night
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
San Mateo Performing Arts Center: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
There is also an SMHS 8th Grade Meet and Greet on Tuesday (10/20/26) in Foster City at the Central Peninsula Church (1005 Shell Blvd. Foster City) from 6:30 - 8:00 pm.
https://smhs.smuhsd.org/our-school/prospective-students-and-families
DESIGN TECH High School (Separate Enrollment Process - see website; established in 2014 as a charter school by SMUHSD)
Fall Open House: For interested current 8th grade families as well as interested transfer students for grades 10-12
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Time: 5:00 - 8:00 PM
RSVP via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/design-tech-high-school-oracle-open-house-for-new-families-102026-5pm-tickets-1998519821585
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IMPORTANT ENROLLMENT DATES
https://www.smuhsd.org/departments/student-services/enroll-a-new-student
Priority 1 ENROLLMENT - Beat the rush and register your student during Priority 1 Enrollment!
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SchoolMint Link will be live on December 1, 2026
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Window opens at 8:30 a.m. on December 1, 2026 and closes 11:59 p.m. on February 5, 2027
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Intra-district transfer requests will be accepted only during the Priority 1 Enrollment window.
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Intra-district Lottery will be pulled on February 2027
Course Information and Freshmen Scheduling Window: March 1, 2027 to March 31, 2027
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Learn more: www.smuhsd.org/8thgradeparentinfonight
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