Guidance News
May 6, 2010
Fall Course Request Forms:
The due date for Fall Course Request Forms was scheduled to be last Friday, 4/23. For obvious reasons, the course request from deadline will be extended until tomorrow, 4/29, w hen students can turn in their forms to their 3rd period teachers or the Guidance Office. Thanks for your support in this process and be sure to fill out those Course Request Forms and sign all necessary lines. Without yo ur students Course Request Form, we cannot build their fall 2010 schedule…
Rocking the STAR!!! STAR Dates 5/18 5/19:
Be sure to write these dates down on the family calendar as we look to Rock the STAR this year. Each year our students (grades 9-11) are expected to perform on a series of standardized tests t hat the state uses to measure knowledge of content standards as well as the schools ability to instruct those standards. Specific grades within the school are measured with End of Course assessments and most courses offered at DHHS have an assessment attached to their completion. Scores continue to grow at DHHS as our teachers lead the way in instruction and our students place value in the exams. This year should be no different as teachers finish up important units of instruction so our student s can show what we are made of at DHHS.
As the dates approach, please discuss the following with your student:
1. Discuss the value in attending a school that is highly regarded as a result of STAR tests.
2. Discuss that when challenged with anything in life one should always do their best work. If all do what they are capable of this year, our scores will continue to grow.
3. Discuss that our teachers and our school are judged by student performance on STAR tests and DHHS students are capable of Rocking the STAR.
***The results speak for themselves as our students continue to improve on the STAR. A prideful bunch, our students always rise to the occasion and do their best work when these tests are placed in front of them. Please help keep DHHS at the top by talking to your student about the upcoming dates and the value in the STAR.
AP Exam Information:
2010 Advanced Placement Exams will be administered on our campus May 3 – May 14.
- 740 “pre-registered” Dolphins will be taking approx. 1,460 tests in a variety of subjects!!
- For those of you who have students testing, please have them arrive at 7:30 a.m. for the morning exams and 12:30 p.m. for the afternoon exams.
- AP Teachers have a copy of the testing schedule and test locations posted in their classroom.
- If a student is late, he/she will not be allowed to test.
All AP test takers need to be reminded of the following:
· Re-read the 2010 Bulletin for AP Students and Parents.
· AP Calculus, Chemistry, Physics and Statistics students read the calculator policies.
1. Your AP teacher has a copy or you can go to the College Board’s student site at www.collegeboard.com/ap/calculators for a list of appro ved graphing calculators.
What to bring on test day:
- Photo ID
- Sharpened # 2 pencils with erasers
- Black or blue pens
- Watch, without an alarm
- Approved calculator for Calculus, Physics, Chemistry and Statistics only, with fresh batteries
- Ruler or Straightedge for Physics only
- Students can bring a snack/drink in a clear plastic bag with their name on it. It will be stored separately.
What NOT to bring on test day:
- No books, notebooks, reading material, homework, scratch paper
- No watches with noisy timers
- No back packs or purses. Please store in locker or car.
- NO CELL PHONES!! No pagers or electronic devices.
- Students will be asked to show their pockets. If they have a cell phone or any of the items above, they will be sent to their locker or car to store.
- Students: Do not place yourself in jeopardy of being late. Allow enough time to store your belongings in your locker or your car before you go to the exam room.
Room temperatures vary; a sweatshirt might come in handy
April 28, 2010
Fall Course Request Forms:
The due date for Fall Course Request Forms was scheduled to be last Friday, 4/23. For obvious reasons, the course request from deadline will be extended until tomorrow, 4/29, when students can turn in their forms to their 3rd period teachers or the Guidance Office. Thanks for your support in this process and be sure to fill out those Course Request Forms and sign all necessary lines. Without your students Course Request Form, we cannot build their fall 2010 schedule…
Rocking the STAR!!! STAR Dates 5/18 & 5/19:
Be sure to write these dates down on the family calendar as we look to Rock the STAR this year. Each year our students (grades 9-11) are expected to perform on a series of standardized tests that the state uses to measure knowledge of content standards as well as the schools ability to instruct those standards. Specific grades within the school are measured with End of Course assessments and most courses offered at DHHS have an assessment attached to their completion. Scores continue to grow at DHHS as our teachers lead the way in instruction and our students place value in the exams. This year should be no different as teachers finish up important units of instruction so our students can show what we are made of at DHHS.
As the dates approach, please discuss the following with your student:
1. Discuss the value in attending a school that is highly regarded as a result of STAR tests.
2. Discuss that when challenged with anything in life one should always do their best work. If all do what they are capable of this year, our scores will continue to grow.
3. Discuss that our teachers and our school are judged by student performance on STAR tests and DHHS students are capable of Rocking the STAR.
***The results speak for themselves as our students continue to improve on the STAR. A prideful bunch, our students always rise to the occasion and do their best work when these tests are placed in front of them. Please help keep DHHS at the top by talking to your student about the upcoming dates and the value in the STAR.
AP Exam Information:
2010 Advanced Placement Exams will be administered on our campus May 3 – May 14.
- 740 “pre-registered” Dolphins will be taking approx. 1,460 tests in a variety of subjects!!
- For those of you who have students testing, please have them arrive at 7:30 a.m. for the morning exams and 12:30 p.m. for the afternoon exams.
- AP Teachers have a copy of the testing schedule and test locations posted in their classroom.
- If a student is late, he/she will not be allowed to test.
All AP test takers need to be reminded of the following:
· Re-read the 2010 Bulletin for AP Students and Parents.
· AP Calculus, Chemistry, Physics and Statistics students read the calculator policies.
1. Your AP teacher has a copy or you can go to the College Board’s student site at www.collegeboard.com/ap/calculators for a list of approved graphing calculators.
What to bring on test day:
- Photo ID
- Sharpened # 2 pencils with erasers
- Black or blue pens
- Watch, without an alarm
- Approved calculator for Calculus, Physics, Chemistry and Statistics only, with fresh batteries
- Ruler or Straightedge for Physics only
- Students can bring a snack/drink in a clear plastic bag with their name on it. It will be stored separately.
What NOT to bring on test day:
- No books, notebooks, reading material, homework, scratch paper
- No watches with noisy timers
- No back packs or purses. Please store in locker or car.
- NO CELL PHONES!! No pagers or electronic devices.
- Students will be asked to show their pockets. If they have a cell phone or any of the items above, they will be sent to their locker or car to store.
- Students: Do not place yourself in jeopardy of being late. Allow enough time to store your belongings in your locker or your car before you go to the exam room.
- Room temperatures vary; a sweatshirt might come in handy
GO BLUE!
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Students and Parents,
The due date for Fall Course Request Forms was scheduled to be last Friday, 4/23. For obvious reasons, the course request from deadline will be extended until further notice. As soon as things are status quo the Guidance Office will inform everyone of the new due date for the forms.
April 12, 2010
DHHS Incoming 8th Grade Parents & Students;
Thanks to all of you that made it to our 8th Grade Student and Parent Night. The Guidance Overview presentation in the Porthole Theater was a great success and it was a pleasure to see all the future graduating Dolphins of 2014. We know that there was quite a bit of information in the presentation and the evening may have been a whirlwind tour for parents and students alike. With that in mind, you can find the Power Point presentation on our homepage under “Latest News”.
The following link will also take you directly to the presentation;
http://www.dhhs.net/8th.Grade.Parent-Night.2010.pps
Thanks again for your attendance last week and have a great Spring Break.
The Guidance Team
March 29, 2010
Monday, April 5 through Friday, April 9—Spring Break
Dana
Hurley has invited us back to compete in the Nation-wide competition commonly known as Hurley’s Walk the Walk. It is a fashion, music, and art competition that allows students to express their school’s talent. The competition consists of two rounds, the first is a video round, the second is a fashion boardwalk at the Hurley U.S. Open of Surfing in
GO BLUE
[top]March 29, 2010
Monday, April 5 through Friday, April 9—Spring Break Dana GO BLUE!
Hurley has invited us back to compete in the Nation-wide competition commonly known as Hurley’s Walk the Walk. It is a fashion, music, and art competition that allows students to express their school’s talent. The competition consists of two rounds, the first is a video round, the second is a fashion boardwalk at the Hurley U.S. Open of Surfing in
March 29, 2010
8th Grade Parents and Students: Thanks to all of you that made it to our 8th Grade Student and Parent Night. The Guidance Overview presentation in the Porthole Theater was a great success and it was a pleasure to see all the future graduating Dolphins of 2014. We know that there was quite a bit of information in the presentation and the evening may have been a whirlwind tour for parents and students alike. With that in mind, please take a moment to look at these links that may ease some concerns about the middle school to high school transition. Note: The Power Point from 8th Grade Parent Night will be available next week and we will notify you as soon as it is available through listserve. Ö Guidance… http://www.dhhs.net/counseling/mainpage.php Ö Athletics… http://www.dhhs.net/sports/mainpage.php Ö Activities… http://www.dhhs.net/activities/mainpage.php Ö SOCSA… http://www.socsarts.org/ Ö HMO… http://www.dhhs.net/teadepartments/pages/wingen/mainpage.htm Ö Private to Public… http://www.dhhs.net/counseling/privatetopublic.php Ö Listserve Sign-up… http://capousd.ca.schoolloop.com/cms/page_view?d=x&piid=&vpid=1233497033307 GO BLUE! The Guidance Team
March 17, 2010
ANNOUNCEMENTS!
***2010 EARLY ASSESSMENT PROGRAM (EAP) WRITING SAMPLE FOR JUNIORS ONLY***
Ö The EAP writing sample will be administered to students on Monday, March 22, 2010 during junior English classes. Taking this test will qualify students to use a component of the May STAR test to determine the possibility of an exemption from the CSU placement test for English (EAP).
8th Grade Parent and Student Night:
On Wednesday, March 24, 2010 at 6:00 pm in the mall all parents and students that will be joining the DHHS family next fall should attend our 8th grade parent night to see the wide variety of programs offered and support available for incoming freshmen.
Ö The evening begins at 6:00 in the mall with students and parents having an opportunity to attend 30 minute Guidance Workshops in the Porthole Theater with Dr. Nye and AP of Guidance, Tim Hornig.
Ö Along with the Guidance Workshops offered every 30 minutes in the Porthole Theater, parents and students will have access to our different sports programs, academic programs and parent support organizations in the gym.
Ö All of our future Dolphins should take a second to visit our Guidance Website at http://www.dhhs.net/counseling/mainpage.php. This site offers many answers to questions and will enable parents and students alike to be as prepared as possible for the transition from middle school to high school. Everything from our Curriculum Guide to NCAA guidelines for athletes can be found on this site.
Private School Students:
DHHS has created a webpage for you! Please take a minute to visit the link and enter your information. In this private-to-public school portal, you will find pertinent information to help with the enrollment and registration of your student. Please remember to enroll your student with Susanna Lomeli, our registrar. She is available to enroll new students Monday-Thursday, 8:00-noon, April-June, no appointment is necessary. Thank you for submitting your information. We look forward to working with you and your family for the next four years!
http://www.dhhs.net/counseling/privatetopublic.php
Dana Hills High School is committed to your child’s success. Aside from strong academics, Dana Hills also offers many athletic opportunities as well as academic programs. We encourage you to visit during our On Wednesday, March 24, 2010 at 6:00 pm in the mall. See above for more details
REMINDER: AP Exams:
AP exams will be administered during the period of May 3rd through May 14th. Additional information regarding specific test dates, locations, and times will be given to students as the test dates move closer. In the meantime, any questions regarding AP Testing should be directed to AP Testing Coordinator /Academic Advisor, Audra Lee (ajlee@capousd.org)
REMINDER: Important Guidance Dates and Deadlines:
The second semester is in full swing and I want to thank the Academic Advisors and Guidance Office for their time in working to accommodate the diverse needs of our students at Dana Hills. With classes settling and students eying a strong second semester, there are few dates parents and students should be aware of.
- The last day to make a level change (i.e. leveling down within the same subject area) is Friday, April 2nd.
- The last day to drop an extra class is May 14th after receipt of the second progress report.
SCHOOL LOOP AND CHECKING GRADES ONLINE!!!
How to check grades on the internet:
1. Go to www.dhhs.net
2. Across the top of the page you will see the “School Loop” name and boxes.
3. Log-in or create a parent account (you will need your students 7-digit ID #)
4. Once you are on your students’ page, you will see all of their classes
5. If you need help obtaining a student ID number, contact us at (949)496-6666, ext. 2267
March 16, 2010
Parents and Students:
Once again, we have the annual California High School Examination (CAHSEE) for all sophomores over the next two days (ELA Tues, 3/16 and Math Wed, 3/17). Each year DHHS holds minimum days for all 9th, 11th, and 12th grade students to clear the school for our sophomores to do their best in their first crack at the CAHSEE.
- Please be sure to check the minimum day bell schedule at this link http://www.dhhs.net/bellschedule.php.
The test is untimed but each day’s test typically takes students around two hours to complete. Be sure to get to your assigned room on time and come prepared to do your best work. DHHS students have a wonderful track record with the CAHSEE and we all want you to know that with your best work, you will pass on your first try.
The Guidance Team
GO BLUE!
February 16, 2010
Seniors and parents of seniors
Before incoming first-year students begin their college career at CSUSM, they must be assessed in English and mathematics for placement in the proper English and math courses to fulfill their EPT and ELM requirements.
Both exams need to be taken very seriously. Completion of both of these assessments is required at least six weeks prior to attendance at Summer 2010 Orientation. When students come to their Summer 2010 Orientation, they need to bring a copy of the official EPT and ELM scores they receive from Educational Testing Services (ETS) in the mail.
The EPT and ELM exams can be taken at any CSU campus. The upcoming exam dates and registration deadlines at other CSU's are similar to that of CSUSM. The exam dates at CSUSM during the Spring 2010 semester are as follows:
· Saturday, February 27
· Saturday, March 20
· Saturday, April 17
· Saturday, May 1
Incoming first-year students must be assessed unless they have been exempted from the EPT and ELM requirements in at least one of the following ways:
Exempt from EPT requirement if:
· SAT Writing Test score is 660 or above or SAT Critical Reading score is 550 or above
· English ACT score is 24 or above
· AP Language and Composition/Composition and Literature score is 3, 4, or 5
· EAP Exemption
Exempt from ELM requirement if:
· Math SAT score is 550 or higher
· Math ACT score is 23 or higher
· AP Math Exam score is 3, 4, or 5
· EAP Exemption
Please the attachment available on School Loop News that explains the process and exams further.
The Guidance Team
January 25, 2010
Students and Parents,
The guidance department is currently building the second semester master schedule.
***On Tuesday, January 26th in 1st period classes, all students will receive their Preliminary Schedules for the spring semester. These schedules are preliminary and will tell students what classes they have and what periods the classes are currently scheduled for. NO TEACHER information will be on the schedules until the official 2nd semester schedules are handed out to all students Finals Week. Below are a few key points to remember as you view your preliminary schedule.
1. ***Only the following items will be addressed for changes at this time:
- Double Classes (If a student has two of the same classes on their schedule)
- Missing Classes (If a student’s schedule is missing needed classes) Repeat
- Classes (If a student’s schedule shows a class the student has already taken and passed
2. ***The Guidance office Will Not address any of the following at this time:
- Period requests
- Teacher Requests
- Elective Change requests
3. ***Teacher assignments may change at semester to accommodate student needs:
- have for student learning. Some students will have teacher changes at semester because we are making class sizes smaller, working with teachers who coach for DHHS sports teams, or accommodating teacher assignment changes to address needs elsewhere in the master schedule.
- All changes are made with the students in mind and to keep impact at a minimum.
- Please realize that your student may be one of these students and that teacher requests are not honored by DHHS.
OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST:
FINALS ARE AROUND THE CORNER:
Finals are just around the corner!!! Please visit the DHHS Website to review the Finals Schedule February 2-4. Make sure you and your student stay up to date with all assignments through School Loop and communication with teachers. Place the dates on your calendars and be sure to start studying for these important tests.
Just click on the link provided to get to the bell schedule.
http://www.dhhs.net/bellschedule.php
California High School Exit Exam TESTING DATES:
- All sophomores are set to take the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) for the first time on March 16h and 17h.
- Attendance for these CAHSEE testing dates is extremely important for the students as well as the school site. Please take a moment to place the dates on the family calendar and discuss the importance of the tests. The school will let all students know when and where the testing will take place as the date nears.
FAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Students and parents need to remember that FAFSA at the following address is FREE. There are other sites out there that will charge students and parents who think they are on the original government site. If you are in need of federal student aid for college, please proceed to the following link www.fafsa.ed.gov/
SCHOOL LOOP AND CHECKING GRADES ONLINE!!!
How to check grades on the internet:
- Go to www.dhhs.net Across the top of the page you will see the “School Loop” name and boxes.
- Log-in or create a parent account (you will need your students 7-digit ID #)
- Once you are on your students’ page, you will see all of their classes.
- If you need help obtaining a student ID number, contact us at (949)496-6666, ext. 2267
California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) preparation books for Math and English Language Arts are still available in the Guidance Office for all sophomores and any juniors or seniors who have not yet passed one or both portions of the exam.
GO BLUE!
The Guidance Team
January 22, 2010
Dear Parents and Students:
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED at Taste of Dana. To sign up go to dhgradnite.com/data or you may e-mail the committee at chairman@dhgradnite.com Thank you to the many who have all ready signed up. Parents and students are welcome.
DONATIONS NEEDED for the Taste of Dana, Silent Auction. Please contact the Gradnite committee chairman@dhgradnite.com by February 7th, if you can donate an item or cash.
Attention ALL SENIORS
MTV DANCERS ON CAMPUS in the mall area on Monday, January 25th at lunch time for a small preview of entertainment planned for the 2010 Senior Gradnite. Gradnite order forms will be available along with a list of who is going. This Gradnite is a party you will not want to miss!!!!
Sponsored by 2010 Gradnite at dhgradnite.com/data
PTSA NEWS
The Dana Hills High School Presents The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence ‐ Orange County/Community Alliance Network and Dana Hills High School PTSA will be hosting an UNDERAGE DRINKING TOWN HALL MEETING featuring physicians, law enforcement, and youth—to increase adult awareness of the prevalence and consequences of underage drinking.
To RSVP, please email Dana Hills High School PTSA: dhhsptsa@ cox.net
LOCATION: Dana Hills High School, 33333 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629
DATE: January 26, 2010
TIME: 6:30pm--8:00pm
Funding provided by the County of Orange Health Care Agency—Alcohol and Drug Education and Prevention Team (ADEPT)
Go Blue!
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December 10, 2009
Students and Parents,
Please make sure that you’ve signed and turned in your spring registration forms. Over the next few weeks, the guidance office will be entering students into the classes that are on these registration forms. If the office does not receive your form/requests, we will be forced to make class decisions for you. This process will continue into the New Year and we ask that you understand that in some instances, students teachers and schedules may change for the following reasons:
***Teacher assignments may change at semester to accommodate student needs:
Many teachers and students schedules may change at semester to accommodate the goals we have for student learning. Some students will have teacher changes at semester because we are making class sizes smaller, working with teachers who coach for DHHS sports teams, or accommodating teacher assignment changes to address needs elsewhere in the master schedule. All changes are made with the students in mind and to keep impact at a minimum. Please realize that your student may be one of these students and that simple teacher requests are not honored by DHHS.
Again, please turn in your registration forms ASAP so we can build a master schedule with you in mind!
October 20, 2009
Junior and Senior CAHSEE Dates 11/3 and 11/4
Juniors and seniors that have yet to pass one or both sections of the CAHSEE will be taking the test for the first time this year on Tuesday, November 3rd and Wednesday, November 4th. All students will meet with our 1802 counselor regarding what test they need to take and what is available for them to study. Please keep your eyes out for a letter reminding parents and students that they are scheduled to take this mandatory graduation requirement on these two dates.
REMINDER: Important Guidance Dates and Deadlines:
- The first progress 6-week progress reporting period ended Friday, October 16th.
- Parents should receive a grade report via
- The last day to make a level change (i.e. leveling down within the same subject area) is Monday, November 2nd.
Dana Hills High School’s PTSA Parent Education Presents: A Seminar on College Athletics Eligibility
Please join us on
REMINDER - UC/CSU Application Deadlines Approaching!
The application deadline for both the
Twitter Account:
As a school we are continually looking for ways to enhance communication from school to home. I know that many of you check our website weekly, use our online calendars, access School Loop, and obviously sign up for our Listserves. With this in mind we are excited to launch our own Twitter page for the guidance office. Twitter allows our office to shoot out small bits of information through the internet as well as your cell phone. We hope you take advantage of this opportunity and follow us on Twitter this year.
- This is a great opportunity for students and parents alike to be tied into everything academic at DHHS as you are “on the go.” Please click on the link and access our page.
- The link to join/follow us is on the right side of our www.dhhs.net webpage or you can click on the link below.
- http://www.dhhs.net/DHHS.Twitter.Disclaimer.doc
SCHOOL
How to check grades on the internet:
- Go to www.dhhs.net
- Click on the “School Loop” button.
- Log-in or create a parent account (you will need your students 7-digit ID #)
- Once you are on your students’ page, you will see all of their classes.
- If you need help obtaining a student ID number, contact the attendance office at (949)496-6666, ext. 2258
INSTRUCCIONES
- Vayan a la página Web: www.dhhs.net.
- Abran la ventana de la derecha donde pone School Loop.
- Deben registrarse como estudiante o como padre.
- Necesitan tener el numero de ID Permanente del estudiante (lo encontraran en la tarjeta de ID del estudiante).
- Cuando hayan completado el proceso ustedes podrán tener acceso a la información tan pronto como este confirmado por un miembro de la plantilla, lo cual se hace diariamente.
Financing Your Child’s College Education
Parents will learn about the costs of a college education and the various funding sources available. The class will cover topics such as estimating a yearly budget, accessing the six major sources of financial aid, and completing a FAFSA form. Taught by Walt Lawson, former Counselor at
Class # Day Time Dates Teacher Location Cost
079311 W, Th
079312 T
GO BLUE
September 22, 2009
Dear Parents and Students: Back to School Night | Flyer | Outside Map | Inside Map | DHHS SCHOOL SITE COUNCIL It is time to elect new members for the DHHS School Site Council. Site Council is made up of administrators, teachers, classified staff, parents and students. This year, we have one parent position up for re-election. If you are interested in serving on site council, please email your name and a brief paragraph about yourself to jcgarman@capousd.org by Tuesday, September 22nd and I will put you on the ballot. Elections will be held Wednesday, September 23rd during Back-to-School night. The role of the School Site Council is as follows: · Develop and recommend the School-Based Coordinated Plan. · Annually review with the administration, staff, pupils, and parents, the implementation of the School-Based Coordinated Plan. · Administer the School Site Council budget, and if necessary, communicate with the school staff to modify the plan to reflect changing improvement needs and priorities. Those interested should plan on attending monthly meetings which are usually the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 3 pm in the career center. BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT WE NEED YOUR HELP - DON’T COME EMPTY HANDED! Support the PTSA School Supply Drive Collection boxes will be set up outside the main office on Back to School Night Sept. 23rd Items most needed (any qty. in new or usable condition): · Whiteboard markers · Whiteout · Paper towels · Kleenex · Construction paper & Printer paper - colored and white · Pens Be Prepared to Donate – SHOP NOW! *For specific classroom needs, check SchoolLoop for individual teacher’s Supply Wishlist in their class lockers. Questions about this project can be directed to Kris Vroom, PTSA Co-VP of Ways & Means by email at krisvroom@yahoo.com SENIORS AND JUNIORS--AND YOUR PARENTS! Please plan to attend our first-ever Senior/Junior Student/Parent Night for the College Bound on Thursday Oct. 1st at 6:00 p.m. Senior families will be housed in the mall, Junior families will report to the porthole theater. We will be hosting a “mini” college fair with reps from private, Cal State and UC schools. Also in attendance will be reps from test prep companies, NCAA, and college funding. DOLPHIN FORCE FOUNDATION DHHS DOLPHIN WALK: The perfect way to honor your student (teacher, coach, team) Parents of Seniors - this is your LAST CHANCE to get a commemorative brick honoring your student on the Dolphin Walk installed before graduation in June 2010! Place your order by Oct. 29, 2009 for a special Thanksgiving week installation OR by April 30, 2010 for summer 2010 installation. Any time is a great time to order a brick for your underclassmen as well! Don’t forget those special teachers, coaches, teams. Take a stroll along the Dolphin Walk for more ideas. Order forms are available in the school office or at www.DolphinForce.com Sign up for a FREE Dolphin Force membership: Sign up for your membership before 10/31/09 and be eligible to win a $100 AmEx gift card or two (2) free tickets to upcoming Dolphin Force events ($50 value). Click on the red "Join Now" button at www.DolphinForce.com. Dolphin Force Volunteer Opportunities: There are numerous opportunities for you to help Dolphin Force Foundation enable a better learning environment for your student at Dana Hills. Click on "About Us" at www.DolphinForce.com. Next Dolphin Force meeting is October 13th at 4 pm in Dr. Nye's office. Go Blue! Robert Nye, Ed.D. Principal
September 2, 2009
Parents and Students:
The guidance department is currently building the first semester master schedule and we wanted to remind everyone of a few items before the big day arrives.
***On Tuesday, September 8th, in the gym before school, all students will receive their schedules for the first semester. Student schedules will list courses, periods, teachers and rooms. Below are a few key points to remember as you view your preliminary schedule.
1. ***Only the following items will be addressed for changes at this time:
A. Double Classes (If a student has two of the same classes on their schedule)
B. Missing Classes (If a student’s schedule is missing needed classes)
C. Repeat Classes (If a student’s schedule shows a class the student has already taken and passed)
2. ***The Guidance office Will Not address any of the following at this time:
A. Period requests
B. Teacher Requests
C. Elective Change requests
3. ***Teacher and period assignments may have changed between Registration and now to accommodate student needs
Since students came through registration, many teachers and students schedules have changed to accommodate the goals we have for student learning. Some students will have different teachers and or periods than those they saw during registration when working with AA’s. These changes are made in order to make class sizes smaller, work with teachers who coach for DHHS sports teams, or accommodate teacher assignment changes that address needs elsewhere in the master schedule. All changes are made with the students in mind and to keep impact at a minimum. Please realize that your student may be one of these students and that teacher requests are not honored by DHHS.
Thanks to all of the Academic Advisors for all of their hard work in creating the master schedule.
The Guidance Team
GO BLUE!