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Parent News 11/1/22
Dear Dimond Families:
Parent-Teacher conferences went well! Thank you to everyone who was able to attend. We hope that you found the visits with your student’s teachers helpful. As you know, the 2nd quarter will go quickly due to the Thanksgiving break and the shortened month of December. Please continue to monitor your student’s progress on Q and do not hesitate to reach out to the teacher or counselor with any concerns or questions.
Also, we wanted to remind you that Tuesday, November 8th is an asynchronous day and there will be no school. Students are encouraged to work on assignments, lessons, or projects assigned by their teachers.
CHROMEBOOKS:
Please help us in reminding your student to bring their Chromebook, daily. Also, students must take care of their devices to avoid being charged fines for repairs and replacement Chromebook. If your student’s Chromebook needs to be repaired the fine will be generated in ParentConnect and can be paid online. Information regarding the repair and replacement of your student’s Chromebook can be found at this link https://www.asdk12.org/chromebook.
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY SCHOOLS SURVEY:
The EOS survey window will close on November 11th. Survey questions will address students’ views on their coursework, their school experience, and the ways in which our school supports their educational goals. The results will be used to inform and improve academic support for students now and in the future. Our goal is to encourage students to pursue an interest in Advance Placement courses during their high school journey. Finally, EOS and the Anchorage School District confirm that any confidential information will only be accessed by District and EOS personnel.
Thank you in advance for your support of this important initiative! Students will complete the survey today, November 1st.
If your student was absent, please have them access the following link to complete the survey:
https://eos.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e4WOHgy3yMqstNA
AP TEST SIGN-UP AND PAYMENT INFORMATION:
Information regarding Advanced Placement testing can be found on the Dimond High School website: www.asdk12.org/DimondAP
This website will be routinely updated throughout the year.
Payment must be made online in Q Parent Connect, or in person to Karen Pritchard (please make an appointment, 742-7022).
The deadline for test payment without a late penalty is Tuesday, November 1st at 3:00 pm.
Test Fee (per test): $105 (Late signup test fee: $145)
Fee reductions are available for those who qualify; contact Amber Jaasma, jaasma_amber@asdk12.org (907) 742-7063
The absolute last date to order a test or request a refund for canceled tests is Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at 3:00 pm.
No changes to the test order will take place after this date. Note that all tests paid for after November 1st will incur the $40 late fee ($145 per test).
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GAGGLE NOTIFICATION MESSAGE:
To enhance student safety, the District provides a vendor that scans student work created on District servers using District hardware and software. The purpose is to identify words and phrases that suggest a concern for student safety.
However, when students use Google docs or another District-provided program to chat with friends or perform other non-school communication tasks, the vendor often flags these conversations, for it often misses context or tone, yet staff must still respond. These responses are disruptive to your student’s education, and in some cases, could be quite alarming.
To help us fully realize the value of Gaggle and to avoid unnecessary disruptions to your student’s day, please ask your student to use their school-issued programs, portals, and hardware for school-appropriate purposes. They should not use Google docs or any other school-issued applications to chat or communicate with friends unless it’s directly related to a curricular goal.
TRAFFIC PATTERN REMINDER:
Thank you for following the DHS Traffic Pattern. We noticed that there are still some concerns with keeping cars out of the roundabout and one-way traffic on the access road behind the school. As a reminder, please review the following.
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The access road traffic flows one way only. Please do not turn around on the access road; the exit for everyone is on Arlene.
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The roundabout will be used as a bus zone for our buses that have been fully reinstated: Bus numbers 228, 231, and 241. The roundabout will only be open for pick-up and drop-off after 7:45 am to 1:45 pm on Tuesday through Friday and 8:30 am to 1:45 pm on Monday.
Remember that we will not have buses until December 2nd. Students who are designated to ride a bus are encouraged to do so. This will be helpful in minimizing the amount of traffic.
VAPING:
Rates of Alaska teens using e-cigarettes are rising. At Dimond, we know many students are using e-cigarettes, or vapes, both in and outside of school. We are concerned about the potential for addiction at an early age, as well as the health risks associated with nicotine and the other chemical ingredients in e-cigarettes. Please help us by having a conversation with your child(ren) about the dangers of vaping. It is illegal for minors to consume and illegal to possess on school property. For more information on statistics about teen use in Alaska, and how to quit you can visit these sites:
CDC e-cigarette webpage: www.cdc.gov/ tobacco/basic_information/e-cigarettes/
Tobacco-Free Alaska: www.tobaccofree.alaska.gov
Alaska Tobacco Prevention and Control Program: www.dhss.alaska.gov/dph/Chronic/Pages/Tobacco/
MATH TUTORING AVAILABLE:
We are offering an after-school math tutoring program. Students can come to B108 after school between 2:15-3:15 on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays to receive math help. We encourage them to bring notes if they have them.
YEARBOOK ORDERS:
Yearbooks for the 2022-23 school year are available at the fall sale price of $65 at yearbookforever.com. Also, please note that the yearbook will be distributed in the fall semester of 2023.
Yearbook Price throughout the Year:
Until Nov 1st - $65
Until Mar 1st - $75
Until Sold - $85
Direct shipping to your home or college dorm is available for $8 on all yearbook purchases.
Senior Ads are available at the fall sale prices:
(please note you must create/upload your ad at the time of payment)
Full page - $280
Half page - $140
Quarter page - $70
Senior ads after November 1st:
Full page - $300
Half page - $150
Quarter page - $75
All senior ads are due March 1, 2023
Senior portraits and quotes are due December 31, 2022
Email any questions, portraits, or quotes to: dimondLynxYB@gmail.com
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ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY FOR SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES:
Students participating in sports or all-state academic/fine arts competitions must remain academically eligible. Eligibility is checked at the beginning of the 1st and 2nd semesters, as well as at the beginning of the 2nd and 3rd quarters. Students that are not academically eligible will not be able to participate in their sport or activity. Please see the link below for more information.
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UPCOMING SPORTS START DATES AND SIGNUPS:
Please make sure to complete all forms on Planeths.com before the start date of the sport you are interested in. If you have any questions, please contact Chelsea Hunt in the Activities office at 742-7005. Office hours are & 7 AM to 3 PM with closure at 12 PM for 30 mins.
Please make sure to have your student check in with Chelsea Hunt in the Activities office to receive an eligibility slip before they are eligible to participate in the sport.
Payments
Each sport costs $200.00, there is now a student cap of $400.00 per year. Once you have reached this amount all other sports will be free for the current school year. If your family is interested in a waiver, you will need to apply and be approved for the free and reduced lunch program. You can find this on the Student Nutrition website.
Activity Stickers
Activity Stickers are available for purchase on ParentConnect. The cost is $50.00 for the school year. This will get your student into any home or away game during the school year. Your student will receive a label on their Student ID they will need to present at the games.
Start Dates:
Cross Country Ski - Date updated
Nov. 7
Girls, Boys Basketball
Nov. 30
Basketball Cheer
Nov. 30
DIMOND FALL CARNIVAL:
Thursday, November 10th from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Mark your calendar for the most fun fall event this fall by far. Games, food, and a cake auction. Entrance and games are free. The whole family is welcome!
GET CAUGHT POSITIVE BEHAVIOR PROGRAM:
This is a behavior modification strategy to focus on the positive and reinforce good behavior. Students can get rewarded for being caught being good citizens. If a student GETS CAUGHT doing something good in the community, the staff will give them a ticket to submit for a drawing for prizes.
KING TECH OFFERINGS:
Attention juniors and seniors, 2nd semester King Tech courses are now available. See your counselor to sign up! https://www.asdk12.org/kingtech
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