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October 2021 Parent Update
A Word From Dr. J October break will be upon us very soon, and I hope you find time to relax and spend time with friends and family. The break also reminds us that the first semester is about half over. There is plenty of time for students to improve their grades and partake in interventions to help them prepare for upcoming final exams. We offer Free After School Tutoring, Monday through Thursday, in the library from 2:30-3:30 pm each week. Several teachers from various departments can reteach material, help with homework, and review completed work for feedback. Additionally, we offer monthly Saturday Catch-Up Room sessions to assist students with missing assignments and assessments, provide time to get ahead on upcoming work and study for future AP and final exams. As many of you know, the district has provided individual bottled water throughout the year as it was determined to turn off the drinking fountains to prevent COVID-19 spread. This past week, SUSD installed five water bottle filling stations on our campus, with another one scheduled for next week. We will have bottled water through next week as we remind students to bring a water bottle each day. Individual bottled water will still be available at lunch upon request with their lunch. Homecoming is almost here, and we have a great week of celebration planned. Although dates and times are still being confirmed, we would like to share that we will have a parade, dance, assembly, and football game Friday night. We have reached out to our feeder schools to offer them the opportunity to be involved. That week, the football game is the Arizona Game of the Week, as the Titans host Tempe High School. As we get closer to the events, we will send out additional information. We have an opening on site council for a community member to join. This position is for a community member that does not have a student at AHS. If you are interested, please fill out the form below: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1uqF8NT6a_QLsJ7LQBtpX5Rwxz pF0TouebZBxS9PX6s/edit?usp=sharing Next Coffee With the Principal Zoom Information: 10/17/2021, 9 am & 5 pm Please consider joining us for Coffee With Dr. J, which occurs every three weeks. This is an opportunity to learn more about Arcadia High School, share feedback, and make new friends. Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/96203700508?pwd=SENadVFRU3Z6eTRqRjdDMXBXS0lvdz09 A Word From Mrs. Pinto 504 Information: My assistant, Lisa Richards, has begun scheduling 504 review/initial meetings for the 2021-2022 school year based on their review date. Important Dual Enrollment dates for 2021-2022 ● Spring 2022 Deadlines: ○ 2/11/22 - Deadline to submit Enrollment Steps Form ○ 2/25/22 - Deadline to pay tuition Senior Information: Portraits (Prestige Portraits) ● Communication was sent out on 9/13 to students and parents ● The Arcadia campus make-up dates are set for 11/2 and 11/3 Athletics: A Word From Mr. Sherren On 8/17/21 the Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board voted to reinstate a mask requirement indoors on all SUSD properties with the exception of those engaged in physical activity. This indoor mask requirement has been extended for at least two weeks after return from fall break. As a result, Student-Athletes, Coaches, Officials and Spectators will be required to wear a mask indoors at all times at Arcadia, Chaparral, Coronado, Desert Mountain, and Saguaro. Athletes warming up, or involved in the game, may remove their mask but are required to wear them while on the bench. We appreciate your understanding and support during these challenging times. Upcoming Events: ★ Future Titan Night 10/15/2021 ★ Homecoming and AIA game of the week is 10/29/2021 ★ Winter Sports Begin 11/1/2021 communications on tryouts will be forthcoming. Any student athlete participating in tryouts, practices, or offseason workouts needs to be coded “ready for tryouts” in Register My Athlete. Athletes and families should communicate with coaches about offseason workouts. All tickets for sporting events will be sold through GoFan again this year. No cash will be accepted. Activity passes can be purchased through Intouch or at the Arcadia bookstore. A Word from Ms. Johnson Testing The 2021-2022 testing calendar can be found here. Civics Exam (Senior Update) If you have a senior who has not taken or passed the Civics Exam you received an email from Ms. Johnson with information on how to take the exam. Here is a link to that letter. Please note that passing the civics exam is a requirement for graduation in the state of Arizona. A 60% passing rate (60 out of 100 questions) is necessary to meet this graduation requirement. If you would like to schedule an appointment to take the exam independently please contact Ms. Hochstatter, khochstatter@susd.org, or Ms. Johnson, sarajohnson@susd.org. Test Prep Opportunities Arcadia is partnering with our friends at Revolution Prep to provide our students with the opportunity to practice taking college admissions exams. A proctored practice exam is the best way to get a real-time snapshot of testing performance in order to create a testing plan. Please see below for a list of our test prep opportunities for the fall semester. Please register here for any test prep sessions. ARCADIA HIGH SCHOOL TEST PREP ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES Please note that all events are virtual unless otherwise indicated as in person. Each event requires registration. You may register at this link: https://www.revolutionprep.com/partners/14468/ Fall Semester Events Test/Presentation Date Time Cost Insider’s Guide to College Admission Testing Parent Presentation Event Wed, November 17, 2021 6:00 p.m-7:30 p.m. FREE Practice SAT/ACT Exam Sat, November 6, 2021 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. $10.00 Practice SAT/ACT Exam Sat, November 13, 2021 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. $10.00 PSAT/NMSQT®, Now What? Parent Presentation Tues, December 14, 2021 6:00 p.m.- 7:30 p.m. FREE Student Clubs and Activities Updates You may visit our school website to find a list of our current clubs, here is a direct link. Please note that new clubs may be added throughout the year and students are welcome to join clubs at any time. Counseling Update - ● As we approach fall break, please continue to monitor your student’s grades in ParentVue. We strongly encourage any students who are failing one or more classes, or who have grades lower than desired, to attend FAST (Free After School Tutoring) or a Saturday Catch-up session. FAST is held Monday through Thursday, 2:30-3:30, in the library and all are welcome. The next Saturday Catch-up session will be held on October 23rd. ● Our freshman & sophomore evening will be held virtually on Wednesday, October 27th. More information to come after fall break. ● Seniors who are completing their college applications through the Common App or Coalition App need to select their application due dates in the system they are using. If they need a recommendation letter from their counselor, they need to inform their counselor as soon as possible. We require the completion of a rec letter questionnaire and a minimum of three weeks notice prior to the due date to write a recommendation letter. ● We are now well past the deadline for schedule changes. If a student receives permission to change a class now and until fall break, a Withdrawal Passing WP or Withdrawal Failing WF will be entered on their transcript for the dropped class. Any class change after fall break will result in an F being entered on the transcript for the dropped class, regardless of whether or not the student was passing the class at the time it was dropped. Social and Emotional ● Listen to music: Music is powerful and universal, listening to music is a great way to relieve stress. Students can play classical music while studying, play upbeat music to “wake up” mentally, or slow songs to bring calm. For more information on how to manage stress, please check out the Support Services April Newsletter: https://www.susd.org/SupportServices Whitney Hess, Arcadia’s Social Worker, is always available Monday-Friday from 745am 3pm, just ask to set up a time to meet by emailing whess@susd.org Whitney Hess MSW Arcadia High School Social Worker Mrs. Mynars - College and Career Center Scholarship Opportunities: (You can find the list of all current scholarships on the Arcadia College and Career Website.)
Visit our Registration Page to begin the application process. You will receive an Application Packet within two (2) weeks from the time you register. All components of the application must be received completely at the time of submission. Applicants will NOT be notified of a partial and/or incomplete application. All applications for the American College Foundation’s Visionary Scholarship Program will consist of: ● Completed ACF Visionary Scholarship Application ● Student’s most recent unofficial high school transcript ● 500-word essay on “Why College is Important to Me” Understanding FAFSA: Q: Why is the FAFSA application important? Do I need to fill it out? A: The FAFSA (or Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is important because completing this form is the only way to receive state and federal financial aid. Completing the FAFSA is the single most important step that you can take to get financial aid. By completing the FAFSA, you are applying for most types of financial aid. Completing the FAFSA does not obligate students or parents to accept student loans or any other form of financial aid. The FAFSA can be a bit complicated and most students will need help from a parent in order to complete the form. The best way to complete the FAFSA is online at www.fafsa.ed.gov By completing the FAFSA online you will have access to help when you need it and you can cut weeks off the amount of time it takes to process the form. Although tax information from last year is required to complete the form, you do not have to wait until you and your parents have filed your tax returns. The FAFSA allows applicants to estimate the information and correct it once taxes are completed. The FAFSA Application opens on October 1st each year. Students do not have to wait to apply for financial aid until they have been accepted for admission to the college. Students should not assume they are not eligible for financial aid. The FAFSA is necessary for many scholarships and student loans as well. Most families can qualify for federal financial aid regardless of income or assets. Everyone should apply. Student Government CURRENT PLANS: ● Red Ribbon Week 10/18-10/22 ● Homecoming Parade 10/29 @ 4pm ● Homecoming Dance 10/30
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October 1, 2021
Dear Scottsdale Unified Families, As we prepare to close out our first quarter of learning, several of our middle school and high school chorus, orchestra and band students are looking forward to sharing performances next week with their families and learning communities. It is also that time of year that the prospect of graduating from high school in May starts getting more 'real' for our senior class. Today marks the annual opening of the FAFSA form (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), as well as the College Board's CSS Profile, used by many of the nation's more selective public or private colleges to determine tuition aid. Seniors' families are encouraged to apply early to be first in line for grants, loans and work study programs to help offset the cost of a college education. This is also a time when we are reminded of the year-round work of our high school guidance counselors and College and Career Center staff who support students throughout their high school careers, not just during their senior year. These future-inspiring staff give students the confidence to dream big as they contemplate life after high school. We look forward to reporting to you in eight months what is next for the SUSD Class of 2022! Community Update As you know, we continue to follow the guidance of the Maricopa County Department of Public Health and require masks for students and staff while inside on school property. Also, per federal rule, students who choose to ride an SUSD bus continue to be required to wear masks while on the bus. Mask Accommodation Requests SUSD will provide appropriate and reasonable accommodation to the indoor mask requirement for those students who have a demonstrated need. Requests for accommodation by parents, guardians or students over the age of 18 must be made no later than 5:00 p.m., October 8, 2021, which is a week from today. The online request in English can be found here; this is the link to complete the form in Spanish. COVID transmission in the SUSD 15 zip codes remains at a high level, with case counts per 100,000 increasing this week, while the % positivity dipped back into the substantial transmission level, at 9.9%. There was a small uptick in campus cases this past week. SUSD Quarantine Learning Support Website The SUSD Teaching and Learning Department has created a 'one-stop shop' to simplify and expedite academic support for students who are learning from home due to COVID, COVID-like illness or quarantine. The SUSD Quarantine Learning Support website, launched this week, gives parents and students immediate access to learning resources and keeps learners connected with their classes and schools while they are away from the classroom and after they return. School Volunteers We know that many of you have been itching to resume volunteering at your students' schools and in their classrooms. We are happy to announce that following Fall Break, we will be able to welcome parents back to our campuses in this role for the first time in 19 months! The number of volunteers will be determined by each school's principal, based on need. In an effort to maintain the safety of all students and staff, volunteers will be required to be masked while indoors and must register in advance with the SUSD Human Resources Department. At this time, proof of COVID vaccination is required, but we are considering other possible criteria, as well, that would also protect the health of our students and staff. Please visit the Human Resources Volunteer page of the SUSD website for more information, or call 480-484-6224. Bullying Prevention Month October is national Bullying Prevention Month. Regardless of the month, Scottsdale Unified School District and its Governing Board are committed to providing a learning environment that is free from harassment or bullying in any form. A plethora of anti-bullying information and resources is available for your reference anytime on SUSD Support Services' Bullying page, www.susd.org/BullyPrevention. We also encourage you to take part in a virtual presentation next Wednesday, October 6, at 6 p.m., sponsored by SUSD, the Arizona Attorney General's Office and the Governor's Office of Youth, Faith and Family, on how to stop bullying. The hour-long presentation will cover the various types of bullying, including cyberbullying; the terrible, negative impacts of bullying; and what we can do about it. Sign up for the presentation here. This Week's Governing Board Meeting We feel it necessary to comment on something that happened during the Governing Board's regular monthly meeting Tuesday. Members of Student Advisory Board (SAB), a group of SUSD high school students that meets monthly to discuss and report student concerns and issues to district leadership, reported the results of a recent student survey about the new school year to the Board. At one point, the students' presentation was disrupted by dismissive laughter from some members of the audience. That type of behavior and complete lack of respect for our students is unacceptable anywhere, anytime. As adults, it falls on us to model for our students how differences of opinion and perspective can be debated respectfully and civilly. We hope you will join us in that ongoing effort. SUSD Foundation Event Next Week One of our school district's most ardent community supporters, the Scottsdale Unified School District Foundation (SUSDF), hosts its second annual, virtual, "It's All Fun and Games Night" next Thursday evening, October 7. In addition to showing off the skills and talents of SUSD students, this SUSDF event brings a ton of fun directly to your living room, all in a community-minded effort to support a variety of district programs, teacher National Board Certification and student scholarships. Find out how to join in the fun here. Have a great weekend, everyone! Scottsdale Unified School District Cabinet and Leadership Team - - - Community COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Resources SUSD continues to partner with Embry Health, which operates three, convenient COVID testing sites in the SUSD community:
Albertsons: https://www.albertsons.com/pharmacy/covid-19.html Costco: https://www.costco.com/covid-vaccine.html CVS: https://www.cvs.com/immunizations/covid-19-vaccine?icid=cvs-home-hero1-link1-coronavirus-vaccine Fry's: https://www.frysfood.com/rx/covid-eligibility Ranch Pharmacy: 10769 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd., Scottsdale Safeway: https://www.safeway.com/pharmacy/covid-19.html Walgreens: https://www.walgreens.com/topic/promotion/covid-vaccine.jsp Other community vaccination resources: NOAH - Neighborhood Outreach Access to Health: https://noahhelps.org/covid-vaccine/ Maricopa County Department of Public Health COVID-19 Vaccine Locations: https://www.maricopa.gov/5659/COVID-19-Vaccine-Locations Arizona Department of Health Services COVID-19 Vaccine Locations: https://www.azdhs.gov/covid19/vaccines/index.php#find-vaccines A Word From Dr. J
I hope all is well with everyone and that your children are off to a great start. I am happy to share that our COVID-19 cases have declined since our last update. We continue to watch our cases closely and we will continue to update the SUSD dashboard. One of our mitigation strategies has been to add outdoor seating throughout the campus. We have added 450 new chairs over the past two years. The feedback we have received is that our students love the new chairs. In the next month, we will honor and celebrate our students who qualified for the AHS Principal’s List for the second semester of the 2021 school year. This is a great honor to receive and is a way for us to show our appreciation to students for all their hard work. We are asking for a little help at the end of the day regarding students being called out of class. It is challenging to check out students that close to the end of the school day. If you must pick up your child after 2:00 pm for an appointment, please call ahead so that we can assist better. We have a request from one of our feeder school principals, Mrs. Jagodzinski: Hopi Elementary is looking for a community site council representative. If you are interested, please complete the form below. Thank you for considering this important role. https://forms.gle/jwVytevcke6aiwep8 Please consider joining us for Coffee With Dr. J, which occurs every three weeks. This is an opportunity to learn more about Arcadia High School, share feedback, and make new friends. Next Coffee With the Principal Zoom Information: 9/22/2021, 9 am & 5 pm Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/96203700508?pwd=SENadVFRU3Z6eTRqRjdDMXBXS0lvdz09 A Word From Mrs. Pinto 504 Information: My assistant, Lisa Richards, has begun scheduling 504 review/initial meetings for the 2021-2022 school year based on their review date. Important Dual Enrollment dates for 2021-2022 ● Fall 2021 Deadlines: ○ 10/1/21 - Deadline to pay tuition ● Spring 2022 Deadlines: ○ 2/11/22 - Deadline to submit Enrollment Steps Form ○ 2/25/22 - Deadline to pay tuition Senior Information: Portraits (Prestige Portraits) ● Communication was sent out on 9/13 to students and parents ● The Arcadia campus make-up dates are set for 11/2 and 11/3 Athletics: A Word From Mr. Sherren On 8/17/21 the Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board voted to reinstate a mask requirement indoors on all SUSD properties with the exception of those engaged in physical activity. This indoor mask requirement began on 8/20/21 and expires on 9/29/21, pending an action that would end the requirement sooner or extend it. As a result, student-athletes, coaches, officials and spectators will be required to wear a mask indoors at all times at Arcadia, Chaparral, Coronado, Desert Mountain, and Saguaro. Athletes warming up, or involved in the game, may remove their mask but are required to wear them while on the bench. We appreciate your understanding and support during these challenging times. ● Any student athlete participating in tryouts, practices, or offseason workouts needs to be coded “ready for tryouts” in Register My Athlete. ● Athletes and families should communicate with coaches about offseason workouts. ● All tickets for sporting events will be sold through GoFan again this year. No cash will be accepted. ● Activity passes can be purchased through Intouch or at the Arcadia bookstore. A Word from Ms. Johnson Testing The 2021-2022 testing calendar can be found here. Civics Exam (Senior Update) If you have a senior who has not taken or passed the Civics Exam you received an email from Ms. Johnson with information on how to take the exam. Here is a link to that letter. Please note that passing the civics exam is a requirement for graduation in the state of Arizona. A 60% passing rate (60 out of 100 questions) is necessary to meet this graduation requirement. If you would like to schedule an appointment to take the exam independently please contact Ms. Hochstatter, khochstatter@susd.org, or Ms. Johnson, sarajohnson@susd.org. Test Prep Opportunities Arcadia is partnering with our friends at Revolution Prep to provide our students with the opportunity to practice taking college admissions exams. A proctored practice exam is the best way to get a real-time snapshot of testing performance in order to create a testing plan. Please see below for a list of our test prep opportunities for the fall semester. Please register here for any test prep sessions. ARCADIA HIGH SCHOOL TEST PREP ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES Please note that all events are virtual unless otherwise indicated as in person. Each event requires registration. You may register at this link: https://www.revolutionprep.com/partners/14468/ Fall Semester Events Test/Presentation Date Time Cost Practice PSAT Exam Sat, September 11, 2021 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m $10.00 Practice PSAT Exam Sat, September 18, 2021 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m $10.00 PSAT 1O1 Workshop Sat, September 25, 2021 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. FREE Insider’s Guide to College Admission Testing Parent Presentation Event Wed, November 17, 2021 6:00 p.m-7:30 p.m. FREE Practice SAT/ACT Exam Sat, November 6, 2021 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. $10.00 Practice SAT/ACT Exam Sat, November 13, 2021 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. $10.00 PSAT/NMSQT®, Now What? Parent Presentation Tues, December 14, 2021 6:00 p.m.- 7:30 p.m. FREE Student Clubs and Activities Updates You may visit our school website to find a list of our current clubs, here is a direct link. Please note that new clubs may be added throughout the year and students are welcome to join clubs at any time. Counseling Update ● We are continuing our senior meetings. These have been held individually with our seniors and will continue over the course of the coming weeks. Please be patient as we schedule these appointments. Social and Emotional Listen to music: Music is powerful and universal, listening to music is a great way to relieve stress. Students can play classical music while studying, play upbeat music to “wake up” mentally, or slow songs to bring calm. For more information on how to manage stress, please check out the Support Services April Newsletter: https://www.susd.org/SupportServices Whitney Hess, Arcadia’s Social Worker, is always available Monday-Friday from 745am 3pm, just ask to set up a time to meet by emailing whess@susd.org Whitney Hess MSW Arcadia High School Social Worker Mrs. Mynars - College and Career Center Upcoming College Visits: Students will sign up in Naviance for a visit they want to attend. Sept. 20th Pepperdine University - 8:45am, in person visit Sept. 21st St. Louis University - 8:45am, in-person visit Sept. 21st University of Connecticut - 10:50am, virtual visit Sept. 21st Fort Lewis College (CO) - 12:25pm, in-person visit Sept. 21st University of Colorado/Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus - 1:25pm, virtual visit Sept. 23rd ASU Barrett - 10:50am, virtual visit Sept. 23rd Gettysburg College (PA) - 1:25pm, virtual visit Sept. 24th Eckerd College - 9:50am, in person visit Sept. 27th University of Wisconsin - 8:45am, virtual visit Sept. 27th Central College, Iowa - 10:50am, in-person visit Sept. 27th Temple University, Japan - 1:25pm, virtual visit Sept. 28th Southern Methodist University (TX) - 8:45am, in-person visit. ASU Project Humanities Contest. Project Humanities is excited to announce 4 creative contests open to anyone currently attending high school or enrolled in a GED program in Arizona. The winner of each of the 4 areas will receive $500 and will be recognized on live video stream in November 2021 during the culminating 10th anniversary Awards celebration event. For more information: https://projecthumanities.asu.edu/10th-year anniversary#REFCODE1 (Scroll towards bottom of page and click on the “connecting” link, then click on Ambassadorships and contest) Application Deadline: 12:00pm/noon (MST/AZ) on Monday, September 20, 2021 Flinn Scholarship is now open. With Arizona’s universities, we created the Flinn Scholarship, worth more than $120,000 to give students a world-class education. Deadline to apply is Sept. 27th. Click here to apply: https://flinn.org/flinn-scholars/the-scholarship/apply/ The Heisman High School Scholarship is now open. Top national scholarship is $10,000 to one male and one female. Top state scholarship is $1,000 to one male and one female. Among the top from each state, 12 will be identified as national finalists and win at least $2,000. Deadline to apply is October 19th. Click here to apply: https://heismanscholarship.com/ The AZ Milk Producers Reel Moments Video Scholarship Contest is now open. Simply create a “Reel” Milk Moment video, lasting 30 seconds or less, featuring your favorite real dairy product(s). $18,000 in college scholarships: 1st Place-$8,000, 2nd Place-$6,000, 3rd Place-$4,000. Contest deadline runs through November 7th, 2021 For more details visit: az.milk.co/contest NROTC High School Scholarship The NROTC Scholarship Program offers students the opportunity to earn their degree and receive valuable leadership and management skills. Benefits of NROTC: ● Free college tuition ● $250-$400 a month tax-free spending money ● NROTC Units are located at over 170 leading colleges and universities ● 100% employment upon graduation ● Opportunity to lead and manage personnel ● Unlimited travel opportunities ● 30 days paid vacation earned annually ● Excellent medical/dental benefits Deadline to apply: No later than January 21, 2022 Best to apply early as the board begins review of applicants starting October, 2021. For more information please visit NROTC website. You can apply here. Understanding FAFSA: Q: Why is the FAFSA application important? Do I need to fill it out? A: The FAFSA (or Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is important because completing this form is the only way to receive state and federal financial aid. Completing the FAFSA is the single most important step that you can take to get financial aid. By completing the FAFSA, you are applying for most types of financial aid. Completing the FAFSA does not obligate students or parents to accept student loans or any other form of financial aid. The FAFSA can be a bit complicated and most students will need help from a parent in order to complete the form. The best way to complete the FAFSA is online at www.fafsa.ed.gov By completing the FAFSA online you will have access to help when you need it and you can cut weeks off the amount of time it takes to process the form. Although tax information from last year is required to complete the form, you do not have to wait until you and your parents have filed your tax returns. The FAFSA allows applicants to estimate the information and correct it once taxes are completed. The FAFSA Application opens on October 1st each year. Students do not have to wait to apply for financial aid until they have been accepted for admission to the college. Students should not assume they are not eligible for financial aid. The FAFSA is necessary for many scholarships and student loans as well. Most families can qualify for federal financial aid regardless of income or assets. Everyone should apply. Student Government CURRENT PLANS: Suicide Prevention Awareness Resource Fair 9/21 MOD Fundraiser 9/29 PBIS Videos will be made to be shown virtually (instead of assembly) Red Ribbon Week 10/18-10/22 Homecoming Parade 10/29 @ 4pm Homecoming Dance 10/30 September 17, 2021
Dear Scottsdale Unified Families, We've closed out another great week in SUSD, one of students learning new things and putting that learning into action, one of celebrating students and staff, and one of continuing to come together as the strong community that we are. We learned this week that 20 of our academically talented high school seniors are Semifinalists in the 2022 National Merit® Scholarship Program. This esteemed program initially selects students based on their performance on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®) that they took as juniors. In order to move to Finalist status and become eligible for one of nearly 7,500 scholarships worth nearly $30 million next spring, the semifinalists must complete a thorough application that looks at not only their academic record and scores on college entrance tests, but also their participation in school and community activities in which they have demonstrated leadership. We want to wish the following students well as this path proceeds: Arcadia High School: William Logue, Grace Reed, Elsa Steen Koppell Chaparral High School: Grace Dunn, Jeremy Lee, Dashram Pai Desert Mountain High School: Dhruv Adha, Bella Agarwal, Eric Amkraut, Paige Baldus, Ryan Johnson, Camden Kross, Maya Leis, Brendan Mawk, Rakshak Shah, Yeju Srivastava, Eleanor Wang, Jiatian Yim Saguaro High School: Colin Hutton, Kennan McAndrews At this week's Governing Board Special meeting, we were pleased to recognize two SUSD employees. Both celebrations were heartfelt and stirring, and made us realize once again the impact of the work of our dedicated and resourceful staff.
Community Update This week, the COVID-positive rate was relatively flat and remains in the substantial category, but the number of cases per/100,000 increased slightly and remains in the high transmission level. Thankfully, the number of active cases on our campuses is under 50 for a second consecutive week. While the total is higher than the week prior, this week's number reflects a four-day reporting period - the prior week was three because of the extended Labor Day holiday weekend. As a result of modifying our mitigation strategies last month, including not requiring masked, close contacts to quarantine unless they are experiencing COVID or COVID-like symptoms, we have been able to reduce the number of students who are missing school, and that's a good thing. In the four weeks since August 20, we have not seen positive cases among masked students who were close contacts. We thank you again for your continued support. Getting Back to 'Normal' We continue to review opportunities for volunteers to return to our school campuses. Recently, we decided to allow vaccinated volunteers to volunteer for outside activities, at principal discretion. We're looking at taking that a step farther in the coming weeks and allowing volunteers back in classrooms. Individuals interested in volunteering need to work with SUSD Human Resources to submit the necessary paperwork. We are also pleased to report that our high school fall theater season gets underway next week with the production at Chaparral of Clue on Stage and, the following week, at Desert Mountain with an adaptation of Homer's The Odyssey. Varsity Tutors If your child is or has been home as a part of quarantine during this school year, is ill due to COVID-19 or a COVID-like illness, or could just use a little extra learning support, we invite you to use Varsity Tutors. Scottsdale Unified School District has partnered with Varsity Tutors as one strategy to provide additional support to our students whose learning has been impacted by the pandemic. Varsity Tutors provides 1:1, individualized, virtual tutoring in the subject area(s) your student needs, on your schedule. Please fill out the interest form to access six hours of free tutoring. In order to initiate the tutoring, you will need to complete this Varsity Tutor Permission Slip. Once you have submitted the permission slip, you will receive an email from Varsity Tutors within 48 hours to set up your student's tutoring time. Students will access their tutoring hours by logging in to Single Sign-on, then Clever, then Varsity Tutors. Parents will communicate directly with Varsity Tutors to set up a date and time for tutoring sessions. Athletics Athletics are in full swing in SUSD, and we are excited to be able to provide these exciting opportunities for our students. Please keep in mind that we do have an indoor mask requirement for now and appreciate your cooperation if you choose to attend one of our indoor events. Our goal is to continue to provide in-person instruction, and we appreciate our athletic stakeholders' support of those efforts. Thank you, Scottsdale Unified School District Cabinet and Leadership Team - - - Community COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Resources SUSD continues to partner with Embry Health, which operates three, convenient COVID testing sites in the SUSD community:
Albertsons: https://www.albertsons.com/pharmacy/covid-19.html Costco: https://www.costco.com/covid-vaccine.html CVS: https://www.cvs.com/immunizations/covid-19-vaccine?icid=cvs-home-hero1-link1-coronavirus-vaccine Fry's: https://www.frysfood.com/rx/covid-eligibility Ranch Pharmacy: 10769 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd., Scottsdale Safeway: https://www.safeway.com/pharmacy/covid-19.html Walgreens: https://www.walgreens.com/topic/promotion/covid-vaccine.jsp Other community vaccination resources: NOAH - Neighborhood Outreach Access to Health: https://noahhelps.org/covid-vaccine/ Maricopa County Department of Public Health COVID-19 Vaccine Locations: https://www.maricopa.gov/5659/COVID-19-Vaccine-Locations Arizona Department of Health Services COVID-19 Vaccine Locations: https://www.azdhs.gov/covid19/vaccines/index.php#find-vaccines The Arcadia PTO reimburses teachers and some staff member positions up to $200 (as of August 2021) for school related expenses. We know it's a sad reality that many teachers and staff feel they must dip into their own pockets to pay for items they need in their classrooms or to perform their jobs, and we hope we can lessen that burden. PTO membership and fundraising helps to support this critical way to support our AHS teachers & staff.
The PTO also takes into consideration funding requests outside of the $200 allowance from teachers, after the proposal has been approved by the AHS Principal. Larger expensed items for classrooms, departments, conferences, etc are something that we encourage staff members to bring the PTO. Please include as much information as possible for a faster decision. HOW TO RECEIVE A REIMBURSEMENT:
If you have any questions, please contact the PTO Treasurer at treasurer@arcadiapto.org MOST IMPORTANT COLLEGE ADMISSION DATES https://grownandflown.com/college-application-deadlines-dates/
Master Timeline: College Admissions from Khan Academy
Junior year, fall (September to November)
Before I introduce myself, I wanted to reflect on the PTO accomplishments during COVID last year. Even though we were not able to have volunteers on campus, we were fortunate to be able to assist the AHS community in the follow ways:
Not bad for a year with so much uncertainty! My name is Kim Kleski and I am your PTO president this year. I have one daughter who is a sophomore this year at AHS and have lived in the neighborhood for 20 years. My husband and I love AHS for so many reasons, but mostly for the Titan community and families who make our school what it is today. My goal as PTO president is to continue support of our parents, school, and community to make 2021-2022 a great year! The PTO is looking forward to again providing enhanced support for education programs and extracurricular activities. We will continue the following traditions as well:
In order to make all of these happen we need your assistance. Please take a moment to join the PTO and sign up to volunteer. Volunteering and getting involved at AHS will not just benefit your child and their teachers, it will benefit you! It is well known that those who volunteer are physically healthier and emotionally happier. So do yourself a favor and sign up today! Titan Strong, Kim Kleski – PTO President 2021-22 Important Dates Red text indicates latest updates July 19th -- Online Registration Forms Online at https://synergyvue.susd.org/ (contact AHS to create account ) July 21 + 22nd -- Campcadia 2 day camp for new students click here to learn more July 25th WEEK -- Online Payments available at https://touchbase.susd.org/ July 26th -- Registration -- Senior July 27th -- Registration -- Juniors July 29th -- Registration -- Sophomores July 29th 6pm -- ONLINE Q&A with Dr. J -- Microsoft Teams link shared closer to event July 30th -- Registration -- Freshmen **If you have more than one student, you can register all your students together August 3rd -- Back to School Teacher Breakfast CLICK HERE TO HELP August 4th -- First Day of School see schedule below Freshmen Activities 7:45 - 11:20 -- 9th grade arrive (parents invited) Lunch: 11:20 - 11:45 Period 1: 11:50 - 12:10 -- 10th, 11th, 12th grade arrive Period 2: 12:16 - 12:36 Period 3: 12:42 - 1:02 Period 4: 1:08 - 1:28 Period 6: 1:34 - 1:54 Period 7: 2:00 - 2:20 August 11th -- 1st Coffee with Cain 9am in person, 5pm virtual CLICK HERE FOR NEW STUDENT FAQ |
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PTO General Meetings There will be 2 general meetings Friday, Sept 17th, 2020 9am Guest Speakers: TBD Topics: Approval of Budget ------------------------------------------------- Friday, April 22nd, 2021 9:00 am Guest Speakers: TBD Topics: Vote on 2022-23 Executive Board These dates are subject to change. Please check the most current AHS eBlast for changes to PTO hosted meetings. |
PTO Executive Meeting Dates These meetings are closed to the public. All funding requests must be returned by the meeting date in order for them to be considered. If you would like to make a presentation to the board, please contact the PTO President at president@arcadiapto.org. Jul 16 Aug 20 Sept 10 Oct 22 Nov 19 Dec 10 Jan 21 Feb 18 Mar 11 Apr 8 May 20 These dates are subject to change. Please check the most current AHS eBlast for changes to PTO hosted meetings. |
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Coffee with AHS Principal Jagodzinski Every 3 weeks Please check the school calendar or the weekly eBlast for the next date. Find school calendar at www.susd.org/arcadia Principal Cain Jagodzinski hosts a coffee (online via Zoom during Covid) to inform about what is going on at Arcadia, and to take questions from parents. These sessions are very informative, and easy to attend. |
SUSD Governing Board Meetings Once a Month on Tuesdays at 6 PM at Coronado High School unless otherwise indicated Find information on board members and meeting calendar at https://www.susd.org/governingboard |
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Scottsdale Parent Council http://www.scottsdaleparentcouncil.org/ 2021-22 Executive Board President: Emmie Cardella Treasurer: Amanda Wray Secretaries: Cindy Krawczyk & Jane Trapp VPs of Programming: Lulu Faraj & Erika Flores VPs of SPC Representatives: Kathy Samuels VPs of Advocacy: Tina Drews VPs of Outreach: Tracey Davis & Alexandra Young VP of Communications: Brad Duell & Deborah Tait ARCADIA REP 2021-22 Karen Treon MEETING LOCATION Mohave District Annex (8500 E. Jackrabbit Rd, Scottsdale, 85250) MEETING DATES as of 8/10/21 please check SPC website for updates August 18th @ 6:00-7:30pm September 15th @ 9:00-10:30am October 20th@ 6:00-7:30pm November 17th @ 9:00-10:30am December 8th @ 6:00-7:30pm January 12th @ 9:00-10:30am February 16th @ 6:00-7:30pm March 9th@ 9:00-10:30am April 20th @ 6:00-7:30pm May 18th @ 9:00-10:30am |
Parents, you can register your freshman up with these instructions:
For questions, please email Campcadia staff at ahshouseoftitans@gmail.com
- Log in as your student at https://az-scottsdale.intouchreceipting.com/
- click ITEMS AT ALL SCHOOLS BUTTON
- DISTRICT
- HIGH SCHOOL
- Arcadia High School
- Fees & Club Activities
- Student Fees
- CHOOSE PBIS CAMPCADIA $75 + Complete Payment
For questions, please email Campcadia staff at ahshouseoftitans@gmail.com
MONDAY, May 3
Starting 10:30 a.m.
Attention mart shoppers!
There will be a Blue Light Special in the Break Room starting at 10:30 a.m., and you have won a FREE shopping spree! Come “shop” our bins and take what you need.
Remainders at the end of the week will be donated to staff at our feeder schools.
TUESDAY, May 4
Starting 10:00 a.m.
SNACK BAR
in the Breakroom
WEDNESDAY, May 5
12:00 – 1:30
GRAB BAG
under Mt. Olympus
Try your luck, grab a bag! All bags contain mystery goodies and a Chick Fil A Treat Card or a $5 - $25 gift card donated by your AHS PTO Community. You must come in person to grab a bag. Unclaimed bags will be randomly raffled off, and the winners announced at breakfast on Friday.
THURSDAY, May 6
Starting 10:00 a.m.
SNACK BAR REFRESH
in the Breakroom
and
MAILBOX SURPRISE
in the Mailroom
FRIDAY, May 7
7:15 a.m. – 7:45
GRAB n GO BREAKFAST
under Mt. Olympus
Menu
Chick-fil- Chicken Biscuit* with honey or jam
Fruit Cup
Belvita Breakfast Biscuits
Iced Starbucks Doubleshot Espresso or Vitamin Water
*If you require a vegetarian option, please Staff Appreciation chairs to reserve
It’s going to be a great week! YOU are appreciated!️ Suzanne Cassano & Linda Tinsley
AHS PTO Teacher Appreciation Co-Chairs
Starting 10:30 a.m.
Attention mart shoppers!
There will be a Blue Light Special in the Break Room starting at 10:30 a.m., and you have won a FREE shopping spree! Come “shop” our bins and take what you need.
Remainders at the end of the week will be donated to staff at our feeder schools.
TUESDAY, May 4
Starting 10:00 a.m.
SNACK BAR
in the Breakroom
WEDNESDAY, May 5
12:00 – 1:30
GRAB BAG
under Mt. Olympus
Try your luck, grab a bag! All bags contain mystery goodies and a Chick Fil A Treat Card or a $5 - $25 gift card donated by your AHS PTO Community. You must come in person to grab a bag. Unclaimed bags will be randomly raffled off, and the winners announced at breakfast on Friday.
THURSDAY, May 6
Starting 10:00 a.m.
SNACK BAR REFRESH
in the Breakroom
and
MAILBOX SURPRISE
in the Mailroom
FRIDAY, May 7
7:15 a.m. – 7:45
GRAB n GO BREAKFAST
under Mt. Olympus
Menu
Chick-fil- Chicken Biscuit* with honey or jam
Fruit Cup
Belvita Breakfast Biscuits
Iced Starbucks Doubleshot Espresso or Vitamin Water
*If you require a vegetarian option, please Staff Appreciation chairs to reserve
It’s going to be a great week! YOU are appreciated!️ Suzanne Cassano & Linda Tinsley
AHS PTO Teacher Appreciation Co-Chairs
| Thank you to the following volunteers who took their time to make our teachers, staff and administrators feel extra special during Appreciation Week! These AHS volunteers donated a variety of gift cards and an assortment of Girl Scout cookies! How “sweet” of them! | Thanks again to: Britt Kimball Karen Heard Katherine Reckling Kelli Messenger Laura Cross Laura Mitchell Lori Logan Sonja Wanebo Staci Buse Carrie Hancock Sara Dimmel | Tara Olivera Yvonne Scaramella Dana Seiss Jean Reid Laura Wingers Peggy Dinan Blinda Dadam Victoria Canada Julie Igo Amy Knighton Joanne Hurni Christine Kaerche |
APRIL 2021
4 WINNERS OF $25 Starbucks Gift Cards
FEBRUARY 2021
2 WINNERS OF $50 Fry’s Gift Card
Because no matter what, you still gotta eat.
JANUARY 2021
6 WINNERS OF $100 GrubHub Gift Cards
DECEMBER 2020
$350 Blue Apron Digital Gift Certificate (2 winners)
Fresh meal ingredients and recipes shipped to your door!
$350 Blue Apron Digital Gift Certificate (2 winners)
Fresh meal ingredients and recipes shipped to your door!
 | NOVEMBER 2020 1 WINNER of $700 Amazon Gift Card - PLUS - Good afternoon fabulous AHS Teachers, Staff, and Administration! AHS families have come together to show their appreciation with a cornucopia of hand written Thank You notes. Please drop by the break room and take a card that makes you feel happy! A basket of blank cards has also been provided for you to pay some gratitude forward to your colleagues, or anyone else you’d like to thank. Also…fruit! Best wishes for a happy, healthy Thanksgiving! |
OCTOBER 2020
14 WINNERS of $50 Pie Snob Gift Card
SEPTEMBER 2020
$100 Daily Harvest Egift Card (6 winners)
Frozen smoothie ingredients sent to your door!
AUGUST 2020
$700 Target Gift Card (1 winner)
$700 Target Gift Card (1 winner)
| GRADUATION CEREMONY Saturday, May 29th 7:00 pm Salt River Fields 2 free tickets limit b/c of Covid restrictions GRADUATION ONLINE WATCH PARTY LINK coming soon! | PROJECT GRADUATION Saturday, May 29th 10:00 pm - 2:30 am Castles n' Coasters $110 Scholarships Available Contact Front Office |
Can't find what you are looking for here ? Check out the AHS Senior Information Website
IMPORTANT DATES
May 6th -- Cap & Gown Delivery during lunch + after school
May 14th -- Project Grad Payment & Forms Due
May 19th -- Senior Honors & Awards Night, 6:30pm - 8:30pm, Auditorium -- hosted by AHS Admin
May 27th -- Senior Breakfast, 7:45am - 9:00 am, AHS Practice Fields -- hosted by STUGO
May 27th -- Graduation Rehearsal
May 27th -- Project Grad Check In
May 27th -- Graduation Parade, 6:30p - 8:00p -- hosted by PTO
May 29th -- Graduation Ceremony, 7:00 pm, Salt River Fields
May 29th -- Project Graduation Buses leave 10:15pm -- hosted by PTO
May 30th -- Project Graduation Student Pickup at Arcadia, 2:30 am
Is some information on this page different from the AHS website? Then WE haven't been updated yet by the school! THE SCHOOL SITE IS ALWAYS RIGHT!
May 6th -- Cap & Gown Delivery during lunch + after school
May 14th -- Project Grad Payment & Forms Due
May 19th -- Senior Honors & Awards Night, 6:30pm - 8:30pm, Auditorium -- hosted by AHS Admin
May 27th -- Senior Breakfast, 7:45am - 9:00 am, AHS Practice Fields -- hosted by STUGO
May 27th -- Graduation Rehearsal
May 27th -- Project Grad Check In
May 27th -- Graduation Parade, 6:30p - 8:00p -- hosted by PTO
May 29th -- Graduation Ceremony, 7:00 pm, Salt River Fields
May 29th -- Project Graduation Buses leave 10:15pm -- hosted by PTO
May 30th -- Project Graduation Student Pickup at Arcadia, 2:30 am
Is some information on this page different from the AHS website? Then WE haven't been updated yet by the school! THE SCHOOL SITE IS ALWAYS RIGHT!
FORMS
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Project Graduation Party REQUIRED forms to participate
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PARADE |
Please be sure to complete the online Google Form to indicate whether your student will be in the parade and/or wants a senior sign.
PARADE REGISTRATION FORM |
VOLUNTEER |
PARENTS: Help make memories that will last a lifetime! And if you know parents of younger students who would like to pay it forward, please rope them in, too!
PARADE: Email VP of Volunteers Chamise Broucek at volunteers@arcadiapto.org for more information about how to help. Looking for Chairperson/Co-Chairs/or even a group of Chair people:) that want to work together. The good news for volunteers is, Tricia Longnecker has taken care of most (if not all) the details for the 2021 AHS Graduation Parade, and because she will be enjoying the parade with her senior, we are in need of hands on volunteer(s) that will make sure the parade, and the days leading up to the parade, go smoothly for all. PROJECT GRAD PARTY Chairperson: Heidi Richardson at 602-284-0119 or hrichardson2@cox.net https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0448AAA72FA2FE3-project1 2021 Project Grad will be held at Castles-N-Coasters from 10:00pm-2:00am 5/29/21. We are looking for Arcadia High School Parents (all classes welcome) to help put on this amazing event! |
DONATIONS
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SCHOLARSHIPS
If you would like to donate to the scholarship fund, please use the page of the registration packet attached to your check/cash. |
QUESTIONS |
For questions about Project Grad, or more information about the events listed here, email ProjectGrad@arcadiapto.org
For questions about Commencement or graduation requirements, please contact Arcadia Front Office. Thank You for helping us make this night amazing for our grads! |
4 winners of McDonald's $25 Gift Cards
PLUS
Grab N Go Lunch Lucky Charm game winners are:
Lucky 7s (first hand to arrive in my inbox)
Jackie Bunker, Ruth Hart, and Keri Blaker
Best 5-Card Poker Hand
Bradley Charles, Adrian Chang, Risa Moran, Claudina Garcia Villalobos, and Lisa Berkson
(yes, Mr. Chang, according to Wikipedia, 5 Kings is a legit hand)
…and Honorable Mention for Most Enthusiastic
Mike Weaver – you’re a winner too, and totally made our day!
️ Suzanne Cassano & Linda Tinsley
AHS PTO Teacher Appreciation Co-Chairs
PLUS
Grab N Go Lunch Lucky Charm game winners are:
Lucky 7s (first hand to arrive in my inbox)
Jackie Bunker, Ruth Hart, and Keri Blaker
Best 5-Card Poker Hand
Bradley Charles, Adrian Chang, Risa Moran, Claudina Garcia Villalobos, and Lisa Berkson
(yes, Mr. Chang, according to Wikipedia, 5 Kings is a legit hand)
…and Honorable Mention for Most Enthusiastic
Mike Weaver – you’re a winner too, and totally made our day!
️ Suzanne Cassano & Linda Tinsley
AHS PTO Teacher Appreciation Co-Chairs
We popped by this morning and stuffed your mailboxes with
love and chocolate donated by the AHS PTO community!
Stop by the mailroom to collect your goodies!
Have a sweet day!
love and chocolate donated by the AHS PTO community!
Stop by the mailroom to collect your goodies!
Have a sweet day!
Covid 19 Incubation Timeline - FROM AHS NURSE
Please see the graphic above for explanation of why students are asked to quarantine at home after close contact.
What is the definition of an outbreak?
2 or more students/staff who have tested positive for COVID-19 within a 14-day period; and
What is the definition of a "Close Contact"?
An individual that has been within 6 feet for longer than 10 minutes to someone who has tested positive for Covid-19. Close contacts should stay at home in quarantine for 14 days after the last contact with the person with COVID-19. If the "close contact" does not experience COVID-19 symptoms during the quarantine period they can return to school.
How do we know if we are a "Close Contact"?
Arcadia Administration will contact you.
When to contact the school about Covid related sickness?
What are the symptoms of Covid 19?
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/symptoms.html
How to Quarantine in a Household
If you live in the same home or were in close contact (within 6 feet for longer than 10 minutes) with someone with COVID-19, you should stay at home in quarantine.
Please read the Maricopa County Dept of Public Health Instructions HERE FOR MORE INFO.
What are the AHS/SUSD Plans for Covid 19 now that school has resumed?
Please see the graphic above for explanation of why students are asked to quarantine at home after close contact.
What is the definition of an outbreak?
2 or more students/staff who have tested positive for COVID-19 within a 14-day period; and
- Could have had some close contact such as in a classroom or on a school sports team;
- Do not live in the same household; and
- Were not identified as close contacts of each other in another setting during a Public Health case investigation (e.g. friends who play together in each other's homes).
What is the definition of a "Close Contact"?
An individual that has been within 6 feet for longer than 10 minutes to someone who has tested positive for Covid-19. Close contacts should stay at home in quarantine for 14 days after the last contact with the person with COVID-19. If the "close contact" does not experience COVID-19 symptoms during the quarantine period they can return to school.
How do we know if we are a "Close Contact"?
Arcadia Administration will contact you.
When to contact the school about Covid related sickness?
- Positive Test - if student has tested positive for COVID-19, please stay home and contact the school nurse at dguestnelson@susd.org.
- Close Contact Out of School - If your student comes into contact with someone in your home or in their circle please notify us. We are working with the Maricopa County of Public Health but it is helpful to keep our students safe as well for us to get ahead of this.
What are the symptoms of Covid 19?
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/symptoms.html
How to Quarantine in a Household
If you live in the same home or were in close contact (within 6 feet for longer than 10 minutes) with someone with COVID-19, you should stay at home in quarantine.
Please read the Maricopa County Dept of Public Health Instructions HERE FOR MORE INFO.
What are the AHS/SUSD Plans for Covid 19 now that school has resumed?
- SUSD Covid Response Plan << CLICK HERE >>
- SUSD Safety Protocols & Mitigation Strategies << CLICK HERE >>
Senior Portraits
All seniors should have received information by now about getting their Senior Yearbook photo taken. If you haven't been contacted by the studio, please call for an appointment asap at:
Prestige Portraits
(480) 296-2880
4925 West Bell Road Ste. C-10, Glendale, Arizona 85308
See Packages at https://local.prestigeportraits.com/az/glendale/4925-west-bell-road.html
All students will automatically be signed up for the BASIC PACKAGE. The $10 fee is waived. If you would like to upgrade your package, all fees will apply. Please be sure to let the studio know if you are upgrading to allow for more time on your appointment.
GLENDALE APPOINTMENTS
If you want more choices in photos and the ability to change outfits, you must take your photos at the studio in Glendale. It is more of the full "senior experience". For any package above basic, you can bring extra outfits, uniforms, etc. Please review the packages on the website for more details.
MAKEUP DAYS AT ARCADIA HIGH SCHOOL as of 8/26/20
There will be a makeup session at Arcadia High School on September 22nd & 23rd, times TBD. These sessions will be for BASIC package only and will be a more traditional school photo session (only 1-2 photos taken). If you would like more options for your photos, you must come into the studio.
All seniors should have received information by now about getting their Senior Yearbook photo taken. If you haven't been contacted by the studio, please call for an appointment asap at:
Prestige Portraits
(480) 296-2880
4925 West Bell Road Ste. C-10, Glendale, Arizona 85308
See Packages at https://local.prestigeportraits.com/az/glendale/4925-west-bell-road.html
All students will automatically be signed up for the BASIC PACKAGE. The $10 fee is waived. If you would like to upgrade your package, all fees will apply. Please be sure to let the studio know if you are upgrading to allow for more time on your appointment.
GLENDALE APPOINTMENTS
If you want more choices in photos and the ability to change outfits, you must take your photos at the studio in Glendale. It is more of the full "senior experience". For any package above basic, you can bring extra outfits, uniforms, etc. Please review the packages on the website for more details.
MAKEUP DAYS AT ARCADIA HIGH SCHOOL as of 8/26/20
There will be a makeup session at Arcadia High School on September 22nd & 23rd, times TBD. These sessions will be for BASIC package only and will be a more traditional school photo session (only 1-2 photos taken). If you would like more options for your photos, you must come into the studio.
AHS National Honor Society is offering free, student-led, virtual tutoring for SOL & EDL students at Arcadia, Ingleside, Tavan, and Hopi in any subject. You will be paired with an NHS tutor skilled in that subject area.
For more information, please contact NHS VP Max Lunifeld at mlunifeld66@susdgapps.org. Please include the student's name, grade level, preferred method of contact, and the specific course(s) in which tutoring is needed (including whether it is Honors, AP, etc.).
For more information, please contact NHS VP Max Lunifeld at mlunifeld66@susdgapps.org. Please include the student's name, grade level, preferred method of contact, and the specific course(s) in which tutoring is needed (including whether it is Honors, AP, etc.).
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PTO General Meetings
There will be 2 general meetings Friday, Sept 11th, 2020 9am
via Zoom (find link in eBlast) Guest Speakers: Principal Jagodzinski Topics: Approval of Budget Updates on Covid Pandemic at Arcadia CLICK HERE FOR MEETING MINUTES Friday, April 23rd, 2021 9:00 am Guest Speakers: Topics: Vote on 2021-22 Executive Board These dates are subject to change. Please check the most current AHS eBlast for changes to PTO hosted meetings. |
PTO Executive Meeting Dates These meetings are closed to the public. All funding requests must be returned by the meeting date in order for them to be considered. If you would like to make a presentation to the board, please contact the PTO President at president@arcadiapto.org. Aug 21 Sept 18 Oct 16 Nov 13 Dec 11 Jan 15 Feb 19 Mar 19 Apr 16 May 21 These dates are subject to change. Please check the most current AHS eBlast for changes to PTO hosted meetings. |
Coffee with Principal J
Every 3 weeks
Principal Cain Jagodzinski hosts a coffee (online via Zoom during Covid) to inform about what is going on at Arcadia, and to take questions from parents. These sessions are very informative, and easy to attend. Please check the school calendar or the weekly eBlast for the next date.
Find school calendar at www.susd.org/arcadia
Every 3 weeks
Principal Cain Jagodzinski hosts a coffee (online via Zoom during Covid) to inform about what is going on at Arcadia, and to take questions from parents. These sessions are very informative, and easy to attend. Please check the school calendar or the weekly eBlast for the next date.
Find school calendar at www.susd.org/arcadia
Important Dates
Red text indicates latest updates
** Campcadia postponed until able to host on campus **
July 24th -- 4 pm -- Deadline for school year choice between IN PERSON and SOL
August 1st -- PTO Membership Drive at arcadiapto.org/join
August 5th -- Online Registration Forms Due at https://synergyvue.susd.org/ (contact AHS to create account )
August 6th -- 8am - 12pm -- 10th Grade Tech & Book Pickup at AHS
August 6th -- 1pm - 4pm -- 9th Grade Tech & Book Pickup at AHS
August 7th -- 8am - 12pm -- 12th Grade Tech & Book Pickup at AHS
August 7th -- 1pm - 4pm -- 11th Grade Tech & Book Pickup at AHS
August 7th -- 6:30 pm -- AHS Freshman Orientation via Zoom Link >> http://tinyurl.com/ArcadiaQandA
August 7th - 9th -- Student Schedules are expected to be released via Studentvue for both EDL and SOL students
August 10th -- First Day of School with EDL
August TBD -- Book Pickup (for textbooks that were delivered to AHS late)
September 7th -- No School (Labor Day)
First Day of In Person Learning not set for AHS pending AZ State Health Board Standards as of 8/26/20 (see AHS website for updates)
** Campcadia postponed until able to host on campus **
July 24th -- 4 pm -- Deadline for school year choice between IN PERSON and SOL
August 1st -- PTO Membership Drive at arcadiapto.org/join
August 5th -- Online Registration Forms Due at https://synergyvue.susd.org/ (contact AHS to create account )
August 6th -- 8am - 12pm -- 10th Grade Tech & Book Pickup at AHS
August 6th -- 1pm - 4pm -- 9th Grade Tech & Book Pickup at AHS
August 7th -- 8am - 12pm -- 12th Grade Tech & Book Pickup at AHS
August 7th -- 1pm - 4pm -- 11th Grade Tech & Book Pickup at AHS
August 7th -- 6:30 pm -- AHS Freshman Orientation via Zoom Link >> http://tinyurl.com/ArcadiaQandA
August 7th - 9th -- Student Schedules are expected to be released via Studentvue for both EDL and SOL students
August 10th -- First Day of School with EDL
August TBD -- Book Pickup (for textbooks that were delivered to AHS late)
September 7th -- No School (Labor Day)
First Day of In Person Learning not set for AHS pending AZ State Health Board Standards as of 8/26/20 (see AHS website for updates)
Tech & Book Pickup Schedule
For issues with textook pickup please contact Mrs. Reddy at mreddy@susd.org
For issues with textook pickup please contact Mrs. Reddy at mreddy@susd.org
EDL Schedule for Arcadia High School
Students are required to log into each class for attendance every day
Report absences by calling the AHS attendance line (as in past years)
Students are required to log into each class for attendance every day
Report absences by calling the AHS attendance line (as in past years)
Wednesday, May 20th, 6:00 pm
follow us on Instagram @ArcadiaSeniorParade2020
Arcadia, you are all invited to participate in the First Annual Senior Parade!! Please come out and support our AMAZING senior class!! This is our chance to come together as a community as celebrate these incredible students!!
The parade will be Wednesday, May 20th at 6:00 pm. It will begin and end at Hopi Elementary due to the Arcadia parking lot being unavailable. The parade will begin with our Grand Marshall, Student Body President Charlie Siegel, welcoming everyone with a few words as well as senior Olivia McGinley singing our National Anthem, and Principal Stevens greeting everyone. We will then begin the parade and the route is attached.
If you live along the route, please come out and cheer on our seniors!! Please decorate your yards, play Pomp and Circumstance loud for all the parade to hear, have signs and balloons!! If you do not live along the route, please come and park on the route and watch from the safety of your car or sit on top of your car. Please also consider having signs, banners, and balloons! **Important that we all follow the rules for social distancing in order to make this a success for our seniors!!**
Please follow us on Instagram @ArcadiaSeniorParade2020!! This is where you will hear our Grand Marshall, National Anthem, and our Administration speak prior to the parade, as well as Pomp and Circumstance throughout while we go LIVE!
follow us on Instagram @ArcadiaSeniorParade2020
Arcadia, you are all invited to participate in the First Annual Senior Parade!! Please come out and support our AMAZING senior class!! This is our chance to come together as a community as celebrate these incredible students!!
The parade will be Wednesday, May 20th at 6:00 pm. It will begin and end at Hopi Elementary due to the Arcadia parking lot being unavailable. The parade will begin with our Grand Marshall, Student Body President Charlie Siegel, welcoming everyone with a few words as well as senior Olivia McGinley singing our National Anthem, and Principal Stevens greeting everyone. We will then begin the parade and the route is attached.
If you live along the route, please come out and cheer on our seniors!! Please decorate your yards, play Pomp and Circumstance loud for all the parade to hear, have signs and balloons!! If you do not live along the route, please come and park on the route and watch from the safety of your car or sit on top of your car. Please also consider having signs, banners, and balloons! **Important that we all follow the rules for social distancing in order to make this a success for our seniors!!**
Please follow us on Instagram @ArcadiaSeniorParade2020!! This is where you will hear our Grand Marshall, National Anthem, and our Administration speak prior to the parade, as well as Pomp and Circumstance throughout while we go LIVE!
Join the Program Click Here to be a Mentor or Mentee!
Recent AHS grads have recruited a diverse group of alumni from various post-Arcadia phases of life to be what we all wish we'd had when we were in high school- someone who gets it, who has been there, who understands, and is willing to answer all the questions. This is an entirely free service provided by Arcadia High School alumni volunteers who are looking to help and support current AHS students at this time.
Whether your student is deciding between in-state and out-of-state, making decisions about loans, has questions about greek life, collegiate level sports, the majors they are interested in, or the experience they are looking for after Arcadia, we want to help and connect them to the resources we found helpful.
Meet a Mentor: Mentor Gabby Mills graduated from Arcadia in 2015. At Arcadia she was on the cheer team and part of the NHS. She attended Arizona State University where she studied Biomedical Engineering/Global Health. While at ASU, she was President of the Society of Women Engineers (SWE), and worked as an intern at Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGEN). After she graduated from ASU in 2019, she moved to England to pursue a PhD in Chemical Engineering at Cambridge University.
If you have any further questions, please contact the program coordinator, Kathryn Chamberlin '15, at kjchamb2@asu.edu or (602) 680-9474
Recent AHS grads have recruited a diverse group of alumni from various post-Arcadia phases of life to be what we all wish we'd had when we were in high school- someone who gets it, who has been there, who understands, and is willing to answer all the questions. This is an entirely free service provided by Arcadia High School alumni volunteers who are looking to help and support current AHS students at this time.
Whether your student is deciding between in-state and out-of-state, making decisions about loans, has questions about greek life, collegiate level sports, the majors they are interested in, or the experience they are looking for after Arcadia, we want to help and connect them to the resources we found helpful.
Meet a Mentor: Mentor Gabby Mills graduated from Arcadia in 2015. At Arcadia she was on the cheer team and part of the NHS. She attended Arizona State University where she studied Biomedical Engineering/Global Health. While at ASU, she was President of the Society of Women Engineers (SWE), and worked as an intern at Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGEN). After she graduated from ASU in 2019, she moved to England to pursue a PhD in Chemical Engineering at Cambridge University.
If you have any further questions, please contact the program coordinator, Kathryn Chamberlin '15, at kjchamb2@asu.edu or (602) 680-9474
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