Phoenix Digital Academy
Community Newsletter for Week of February 13-17
A Message from Principal Georgia
State testing for students in Grades 9, 10, and 11 begins next month. All state tests will take place in-person and on PXU campuses. Students will report to their home school for testing. Students testing with accommodations and out-of-district students will test at Phoenix Digital Academy. We are advertising these important dates now so families can plan accordingly. Per ARS 15-808, online students must participate in state testing in order to remain enrolled in an Arizona Online Instruction (AOI) school.
- Grade 11: ACT on March 21& AzSCI on March 29-30
- Grade 10: Pre-ACT on March 27
- Grade 9: ACT Aspire on April 5-6
Parents, we want you involved in our school improvement efforts! Please consider joining our Site Council. The Site Council will meet online monthly to create our Integrated Action Plan, intended to increase student success at Phoenix Digital Academy. Our first meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 21 at 5:00 p.m. in Microsoft Teams.
Click on the following link and complete a brief Microsoft Form to join our Site Council: Site Council - Parent Interest Form.
Keep reading for information regarding upcoming parent classes, our "Don't Break My Heart" College Application & FAFSA Workshop, ACT preparation resources, and more.
Thank you for choosing Phoenix Digital Academy. We are here to help your child "Seize Success" during and after his, her, or their high school journey.
Parent Classes - What Interests You?
This spring, Phoenix Digital Academy would like to offer classes for our parents and guardians according to your interests and needs. Please complete the Form below, so we can understand what you may have an interest in attending.
English: Parent Workshop Survey
Don't Break My Heart College Application & FAFSA Workshop
The Phoenix Digital Academy Counseling Department will be hosting line-by-line Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and college application workshops on Thursday, February 16, both on-campus (in-person) and online.
- online via Microsoft Teams from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
- on-campus at Phoenix Digital Academy from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
We encourage all graduating seniors and their parent(s) or guardian(s) to attend one of these workshops. The FAFSA application is used by virtually all two and four-year colleges, universities, and career schools for awarding federal, state, and college-funded student financial aid.
Student & Parent Virtual Assemblies
The dates of the assemblies are listed below; all assemblies will be held via Microsoft Teams. More information will be sent as each assembly date approaches.
- Grade 11: TH, February 9 at 6:00 p.m. (Missed the assembly? View it by clicking on the following link: Junior Assembly - Spring 2023.)
- Grades 9 & 10: TU, February 21 at 6:00 p.m.
- Grade 12: TH, March 30 at 6:00 p.m.
Free ACT Preparation Resources
We highly recommend that all students in Grade 11 prepare for this challenging exam. Please click on the following link or the purple button below to access a collection of ACT study resources: PXU Free ACT Test Preparation.
Phoenix Digital Academy Graduation Ceremony
Students interested in participating in their homeschool graduation ceremony and / or graduation events should contact the homeschool for additional details.
Wednesday, May 24, 2023, 08:30 AM
Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum, West McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ, USA
Class of 2023
Student Clubs & Support Groups at PHX DA
- The Finer Things Club, Sponsors: Kathleen Greene & Raquel Garcia
- Adventure Club, Sponsors: Edmundo Aranda & Susana Romo
- National Honor Society (NHS), Sponsors: Rhiannon Ford & Tom Larsen
- Student Government (StuGo), Sponsor: Ashlee Freeman
- LGBQT+ Pride Club, Sponsor: Kori Gross
- The Regulators (Anxiety & Stress Management Group), Sponsors: Carolina Alonzo & Tom Larsen
- Teen Parent Support Group, Sponsors: Carolina Alonzo & Rhiannon Ford
T-Mobile Hostpot Update
According to the Technology Support Director, there is no plan for T-Mobile hotspots issued by PXU to be reactivated. Unfortunately, the funding source for the hotspots no longer exists. I am so sorry to deliver this news. We will continue to work with district to determine if alternate sources of funding are available.
In the meantime, here are several resources you might explore for WiFi access:
- Project 10Million: Your parent or guardian can apply for a hotspot on your behalf. https://www.t-mobile.com/business/education/project-10-million
- Affordable Connectivity Program: Apply to receive up to $30 off your monthly internet bill. https://www.whitehouse.gov/getinternet. Note: You will need a letter certifying the eligibility of your student for the Free & Reduced Lunch Program. We can provide this if your student qualifies; contact us for more information.
You can borrow a hotspot from any Phoenix Public Library! A parent or guardian will need to accompany the student to check out the device. You will also need a library card to check out a hotspot, but you can apply for one when you go in. For more information, check out this website: https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/services/computers-internet/hotspot-lending-program. Hotspots may be borrowed for up to four (4) months, at which time you can check out another device, if necessary.
Connecting With Our Teachers
Please remind your student that all messages will receive a response within 24 hours (or on Monday, if the message is sent on Saturday or Sunday). If an immediate response or support is required, please encourage your student to call or message the teacher via Teams during Office Hours. The Office Hours of all Phoenix Digital Academy teachers are available online by clicking HERE.
Student Support Services Website
PXU Digital Academy Social Worker, Ms. Carolina Alonzo, has created a website to support the well-being of our students, staff, and families. Site visitors can find Community Resources, Parent Resources, a Virtual Calming Space, and more. Click on the link below to visit the website.
Important Dates
February 16: FAFSA & College Application Workshop (virtual & in-person)
February 20: Presidents' Day - No School
February 21: Freshman & Sophomore Virtual Assembly
March 10: End of Quarter 3
March 13-17: Spring Break - No School
Phoenix Digital Academy
Email: digitalacademy@phoenixunion.org
Website: www.pxu.org/phoenixdigitalacademy
Location: 3701 West Thomas Road, Phoenix, AZ, USA
Phone: 602-764-0860
Facebook: facebook.com/pxudigital
Our Vision
To provide educational equity by establishing PXU Digital Academy as a diverse and connected community that offers an exceptional, individualized education.