DHS Collegiate Academy Newsletter
October 9, 2020
Principal's Quote
"The road to success is not easy to navigate, but with hard work, drive and passion, it's possible to achieve the American dream."
- Tommy Hilfiger
Asynchronous Learning Changes
Upcoming Events
October 2020
13 - TSI 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM - Virtual
14 - SAT School Day (12th)
22 - TSI 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM - On Campus
22 - Algebra I Night 3:30pm - 5:00pm - Virtual
24 - Saturday School (ALL 9th & 10th graders) 8am - 12pm - Virtual
26-30 - Red Ribbon Week
27 - TSI 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM - Virtual
Class of 2021 SAT School Day
Collegiate Academy will host SAT School Day for the Class of 2021 (Seniors) on October 14, 2020. Scholars will receive an email containing a survey. Scholars must complete the survey to indicate the following:
- Participation in SAT School Day – This is an On-Campus Event
- Transportation to and from the event (district bus) – for in-district scholars only
- Nutritional services: breakfast and or lunch
The survey was sent in a separate email from Duncanville High School.
We are excited to host this event for you. Should you have any questions regarding SAT School Day, please email Ms. Powers at kpowers@duncanvilleisd.org.
SAT School Day Check List
Virtual SAT Math Prep
Class of 2022 Class Ranks
PTSA Membership
Virtual Learning Extension
The Duncanville ISD Board of Trustees voted to extend virtual learning beyond the first four weeks of school and announced plans to welcome back scholars who previously chose in-person learning. The in-person start date for that limited number of scholars will be Monday, October 19, 2020.
We recognize that engaging with scholars in person is best, which is why Duncanville ISD is taking steps to phase-in a safe return of scholars to a traditional classroom setting. Duncanville ISD also continues to monitor COVID-19 data provided by Dallas County Health and Human Services. Over the past few weeks, Dallas County has seen numbers trend in a positive direction.
All families will have the opportunity to change between in-person and virtual learning at the end of each nine-week grading period. To make a learning preference change starting with the second nine-week grading period, parents can do so using the Learning Preference Change Form between October 12, 2020 and October 26, 2020. The second nine-week grading period begins Monday, November 9, 2020.
This phase-in process allows the district and school staff to prepare and welcome scholars back to our classrooms. Thank you to parents and staff for your patience and partnership. We are in this together.
Sincerely,
Dr. Marc Smith
Superintendent of Schools
Duncanville ISD
National Hispanic Heritage Month
Skyward
Parents,
Please partner with us to ensure scholars are logging in at the appropriate time and completing all assignments in their high school and college courses. Teachers have communicated their distance learning expectations for scholars. Scholars will have at least two assignments per week in each class. Please support us in checking your scholar's grades in Skyward Family Access and eCampus ensuring they are completing their assignments by the established deadlines.Technology Help Desk
DCCCD Helpful Links
DCCCD classes will began on September 8, 2020. Professors will update grades in eCampus. Please partner with us in reviewing your scholar's grades on a weekly basis. Collegiate Academy does not have access to grades for college classes. At the end of the semester, professors will post final grades in eConnect. Here are some helpful links on eConnect and eCampus. Please click the links below for specific topics.
eConnect Training:
- eConnect Overview and How to Log in?
- Retrieve DCCCD ID Number
- Set Up Your eConnect Account
- Forgot/Reset eConnect Password – This will also be your eCampus password
For additional topics, visit eConnect Training Videos
eCampus “Blackboard” Training:
- How to Log in to Campus?
- How to Submit an Assignment?
- How to Use Blackboard Discussions?
- Respondus LockDown Browser – Instructors may require you to complete tests in LockDown Browser
- Blackboard Collaborate Overview – Interactive tool that allows students and instructor to engage in collaboration through videos and chat options
- Blackboard Collaborate Handout
For additional topics, visit eCampus Training Videos (Scroll to the second half of the webpage)
To-Go Meals
Spotlight
The Admin Team celebrated our teachers this week on World Teachers' Day!
Duncanville High School Collegiate Academy
Email: dhscollegiate@duncanvilleisd.org
Website: duncanvilleisd.org/dhscollegiate
Location: 900 West Camp Wisdom Road, Duncanville, TX, USA
Phone: (972) 708-3885
Facebook: facebook.com/dhscollegiate
Twitter: @dhscollegiate