IUSD VIRTUAL ACADEMY @ SAN JOAQUIN
Weekly Update for November 16th
School Wide Information
IMPORTANT DATES
Nov. 25-27th- No School. Middle School Schedule & High School Schedule for this week.
Grades in Canvas- Please click here for a tutorial on how to view your students grades in Canvas
Speak Up, We Care- Did you know that IUSD provides mental health and wellness supports to all students and families? The Speak Up, We Care program connects students and families to IUSD mental health and wellness resources. This year’s themed newsletters are Link Up, Be Kind, and Be Well will provide tips on how you can help build your child’s resilience. We are beginning our first theme of the Speak Up, We Care Initiative “Link Up” newsletter which focuses on the importance of connection. Families can also click on the Speak Up, We Care link www.iusd.org/WeCare for access to the Link Up Newsletter, as well as mental health and wellness resources.
Girls Inc. Free Workshops- These workshops are all about connecting with other students across the county in a virtual way while having fun through Zoom! The first workshop is Friendsgivng, click here for the flyer and to register. The second workshop is Confidence BoostHER, click here for flyer and to register. These workshops are open to any girl in grades 6-12.
Irvine Parent Education Program (IPEP)- IUSD is excited to launch the NEW virtual Parent Center! There are many great workshops and presentations coming up for the parents/guardians of Irvine students. Below you will find the link to the Virtual Parent Center and the parent engagement website where there is much more information about the Irvine Parent Education Program (IPEP).
Irvine Parent Education Programs (IPEP) are FREE seminars and educational videos/workshops offered to Irvine parents throughout the school year. The goal is to empower parents with the skills and strategies necessary to become active participants in their child’s education. IPEP offers a variety of workshops focused on topics important to parents of IUSD students. Experienced instructors and district-level representatives facilitate the workshops, engaging participants in conversations and practical tips.
Get more information on our websites: www.iusd.org/ipep and www.iusd.org/engagement
Meet IUSD's Community Liaisons
The Irvine Family Resource Center is available to IUSD Families and typically serves students/parents who are having difficulty accessing their mental health support through their insurance provider due to lapse of coverage, a limited amount of sessions, not having mental health coverage within their insurance provider or is having difficulty getting linked to an appropriate provider. For more information on their services, click HERE.
Please see the links below for additional resources:
IVA Website Click HERE
Bell Schedule Click HERE
Program of Study Click HERE
Canvas Student Login Guide Click HERE
Canvas Parent Observer Guide Click HERE
Paper (Free Online Tutoring) Click HERE
Bell Schedule Template Click Here
Irvine Public Schools Foundation- Click HERE
IVA MS and HS Live Student Technology Support
Tuesday-Friday
7:45-8:30am
Live Student Technology Support: https://iusd.zoom.us/j/2800610161?pwd=NmVWb2RIRkh6L0ZTcFRnOUxIb1doZz09
High School Updates
Important Dates- Dec. 14-18th- Finals Week. High School Schedule for this week.
Teacher Office Hours- As a reminder, students are able to receive assistance during teacher Office Hours every Monday. The link for Office Hours is located on each teacher’s course page in Canvas. Please follow Monday's Schedule of when teachers are holding their Office Hours.
OCC Dual Enrollment Opportunity- Our students have an opportunity to participate in a unique dual enrollment program being offered entirely online at Orange Coast College. These courses were hand-picked by faculty and staff at OCC who feel these are appropriate courses for high school students and provide students with access to health-related careers as well as video-game design careers. Click here for more information and how to register.
Collegewise Online Webinars- Collegewise has created free online webinars for our students and families. Their Runway series is carefully structured to give students and families the tips, tools, and timelines they need to reach their college goals. Please see the flyer Here to sign up or use this direct link.
GENERAL COUNSELING INFORMATION
IRVINE VALLEY COLLEGE WEEK The Irvine Valley College Outreach Department is excited to present Irvine Valley College Spotlight Week starting on Monday, November 16th! This Virtual Week is for all prospective students and their families who wish to learn about what IVC offers and how to start their path from IUSD to IVC! See this FLYER for more information! Students can pre-register for sessions at this link HERE. Zoom links will be emailed before the event.
IVC Dual Enrollment- There is still SPACE! Irvine Valley College will be offering several classes this Spring. These classes will be FREE for our IUSD students. Please see the list of available courses HERE
Interested students can enroll by following the steps HERE
All spring classes will be online. Please contact your IVA counselor if you have questions.
Irvine HS Mrs. Klamberg AmyKlamberg@iusd.org
Northwood HS Ms. Kim MiJinKim@iusd.org
Portola HS Mrs. Markowitz ShariMarkowitz@iusd.org
University HS Ms. Nguyen NancyNguyen@iusd.org
Woodbridge HS Mr. Kem CameraKem@iusd.org
Creekside HS Mr. Lane SamLane@iusd.org
IUSD Financial Aid Night was on September 24th. Please see the powerpoint HERE and the video HERE
REMINDER: The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is available to families now. Please visit the link HERE to complete the application.
SCHOOL SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Creekside High School
Counselor: Mr. Lane SamLane@iusd.org
All Creekside students
Irvine HS 9th Grade Students Last Name A-O
Portola HS 9th Grade Students Last Name A-H
University HS 9th Grade Students Last Name A-G
Woodbridge HS 9th Grade Students Last Name A-K
Mr. Lane’s Office Hours
Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri
7:45 - 8:15 AM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://iusd.zoom.us/j/6356913845?pwd=NXBHS251QnJQYzFTajBrb0NWSHM4dz09
Meeting ID: 635 691 3845
Passcode: 595901
Irvine High School
Counselor: Mrs. Klamberg AmyKlamberg@iusd.org
All 10th-12th Students
9th Grade Students Last Name P-Z
Mrs. Klamberg’s Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 - 8:30 AM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://iusd.zoom.us/j/88354754826?pwd=YXRnZGExUS9KSjJFR1c4TXpjMzc5UT09
Meeting ID: 883 5475 4826
Passcode: 6p!7Ui
Senior Application Assistance: See this FLYER for step by step guides on how to fill out the UC and Cal State Applications. Remember UC and Cal State Applications are due November 30th! The Counselors will be hosting four live zoom sessions to answer any questions you may have about completing your college applications.
Dates
Mondays: November 16th (2:30-3:30pm) & November 23rd (3:30-4:30pm)
See the FLYER for the Zoom link.
Spring Regional Occupational Program (ROP) Classes: If you are interested in taking an ROP class during the spring semester, the registration dates are starting Nov. 16 for seniors, Nov.30 for juniors, and Dec. 7 for sophomores and freshman. Seniors have priority, then juniors, etc. Please see this FLYER with links to classes and self-registration. Contact Patty Voisinet at PattyVoisinet@iusd.org with any questions or for more information.
Important Information for Seniors
Senior Meeting Class of 2021 Video- Click HERE
Senior Checklist- Click HERE
Letter of Recommendation Process for Seniors- Click HERE
Applying to Private Schools Video- Click VIDEO
Common Application Tip Sheet- Click HERE
UC Application Tip Sheet- Click HERE
CSU Application Tip Sheet- Click HERE
IVC Assistance- Click HERE
Updated Scholarship Opportunities- Click HERE
Northwood High School
Counselor: Ms. Kim MiJinKim@iusd.org | (949) 936-7221
All 9th-12th Students
Ms. Kim’s Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 - 8:30 AM
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 835 8235 9633
Passcode: Z3wt1u
CAP AND GOWN PURCHASE INFORMATION FOR SENIORS:
For detailed order information, please click HERE
UPCOMING COMMUNITY COLLEGE WORKSHOPS FOR SENIORS:
IVC Application Virtual Workshop - Friday, 11/20 at 2pm. Please view flyer and registration information HERE. Registration is required to attend.
Community College Virtual Workshop now available for view - Click HERE
Community College Workshop Packet - Click HERE
Important Resources for SENIORS:
Counselor Letter of Recommendation Process: Click HERE
Senior College Presentation: Click HERE
Senior Checklist: Click HERE
UC Application Workshop Video and Tip Sheet: Click HERE
CSU Application Workshop Video and Tip Sheet: Click HERE
Common Application Workshop Video and Tip Sheet: Click HERE
For all other senior resources, please click HERE
Northwood HS Weekly Bulletin:
To see the news/information/activities coming from Northwood HS, please view the NHS Weekly Bulletin HERE (updated weekly).
Portola High School
Counselor: Mrs. Markowitz ShariMarkowitz@iusd.org
All 10-12th Students
9th Grade Students Last Name I-Z
Mrs. Markowitz’s Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 - 8:30 AM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://iusd.zoom.us/j/85444307079?pwd=UW50d2VrRHBkN1ptREdFRnZ3cUFBdz09
Meeting ID: 854 4430 7079
Passcode: 1Hy1F0
COUNSELING DEPT: For up-to-date PHS news from the Counseling Dept., follow portolacounseling on Instagram
Cal Grant- gives funds to every eligible student who meets the grant requirements. A Cal Grant pays for tuition, room and board, or books and other supplies for California colleges. Cal Grant applicants must also file the FAFSA or the California Dream Application each year between October 1st and March 2nd. IUSD electronically submits information for every senior in IUSD during fall of their senior year and the year following their graduation, as students who are in college who have not completed at least 24 college semester or 36 college quarter units will have to have their Cal Grant GPA verified by their former high school.
If you DO NOT wish your information submitted electronically, please complete this linked opt-out form and return it to Ms. Choudhary (melindachoudhary@iusd.org) by Friday, November 27, 2020.
IVC OFFICE HOURS
Starting Monday, October 12 at 10:00 a.m. IVC will be hosting virtual office hours for Portola students. These office hour will be once a week, on Mondays at 10:00 a.m.
If you have any students that have general or specific questions about IVC and their matriculation process, please visit these office hours. IVC is trying to find alternate ways to support our students in a virtual environment.Please contact Mrs. Escoto for any further questions: <pashiaescoto@iusd.org>
COLLEGE/CAREER: Click here for College/Career Newsletter – This includes information on college visits, virtual college search information, ROP and work permit updates.
Click here for PHS College Visit Zoom Link
FREE 24/7 Tutoring Support! Check out PAPER Free unlimited academic support for PHS students. Get help from an expert in real-time! Use your ISUD Google credentials to log-in.
For up-to-date PHS news from the Counseling Dept., follow portolacounseling on Instagram! Counselors are now available for Virtual OH. Check google classroom for times and Zoom info!
Zoom fatigue is REAL! Let’s talk about it and figure out what we can do to help each other. PHS Counseling and YAT will have our first Mental Health Monday presentation (formerly Wellness Wednesday) on Monday, Nov. 9th at 2:15PM on Zoom of course! Sign up at tinyurl.com/zoomfatiguesignup
Need to take a break? Feeling a bit stressed? Check out the virtual Bulldog Bungalow for fun virtual calming activities!
University High School
Counselor: Ms. Nguyen NancyNguyen@iusd.org
All 10-12th Students
9th Grade Students Last Name H-Z
Ms. Nguyen’s Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 - 8:30 AM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://iusd.zoom.us/j/88282396766?pwd=SzVNSXVoSGNGdG5LNVVqdWpobXFxUT09
Meeting ID: 882 8239 6766
Passcode: LSXPy3
Grade Level Information: Please be sure to check the UHS Counseling Canvas page for your grade level for Uni announcements and updates!
Senior Meeting PowerPoint & Packet: Please review the Class of 2021 Senior Meeting PPT & Packet from the Senior Meetings held on Monday 9/14 for important information regarding senior year and college applications.
Stay Connected for Updates from the UHS Counseling Department:
Follow us on Instagram: @unicounselors
Visit our school website: https://universityhigh.iusd.org/counseling
Woodbridge High School
Counselor: Mr. Kem CameraKem@iusd.org
All 10-12th Students
9th Grade Students Last Name L-Z
Mr. Kem’s Office Hours
Monday-Friday
8:00 - 8:30AM
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://iusd.zoom.us/j/88326938459?pwd=MnUvbkc5cmVaQ3VaajZGN254aEVBZz09
Passcode: hR6mCi
Class Shirts Available for Pick Up - Class shirts are ready for pick up. If you ordered a class shirt, they are ready for pick up. Students will receive a Canvas Message about their order.
All grades: Class T-Shirt Spirit Days! Wear it to school on Thursday, 11/19 and Friday, 11/20 to show your class pride! If you have not yet picked up your class t-shirt, please stop by the Activities Office window before school (8:00-8:30) or after school (1:10 – 4:00).
Virtual (IVA) students – If you cannot get to the WHS Activities Office during one of these time frames, you may come between 8:00 am – 4:00 pm. If no one is at the window when you arrive in these time frames, please knock on one of the doors and someone will be able to assist you.
10th Grade Parent Presentation - Preliminary information that will be used during 10th Grade Conferences has been posted to the WHS Counseling Website.
Yearbook - Senior Deadlines for Yearbook are coming up:
Last Day to Take Senior Portrait
November 30, 2020
Last Day to Select Senior Portrait
December 7, 2020
Last Day for Senior Congrats
December 7, 2020
WHS Social Media - Stay connected with the latest and greatest on various social media platforms:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/woodbridge_warriors/
https://www.instagram.com/whsinsider/?hl=en
Warrior TV - https://www.warriortv.org
Golden Arrow - https://whsgoldenarrow.com
Canvas - Warrior Tribe Canvas Page (Check Canvas)
Middle School Updates
NEW EMAIL ACCOUNTS FOR STUDENTS- To help us communicate directly with students when they are off campus, all Middle School students have been provided an IUSD email account on Thursday, November 5th. Students will access email through Office 365 online (portal.office.com) with their standard IUSD username and password. Detailed instructions are available in our Support Center.
New Resource for Families- The IVA middle school counselors have created this awesome document to help track daily, weekly, and monthly to-do’s in IVA! There is a parent and student checklist for your convenience. We hope you find this tool helpful and a resource for your family.
IPSF Enrichment Day- On November 11th IPSF is proud to sponsor this event that provides students with an educational and fun outlet to explore new topics and learn new skills. Please click here for the flyer to register.
City of Irvine Classes- Interested in taking a class designed for middle school students through the city? Check out there classes by clicking here or check out the flyer
COUNSELING INFORMATION
Beacon Park
Counselor: Ms. Hebl jessicahebl@iusd.org
Beacon Park Counseling Canvas Page
Ms. Hebl’s Office Hours
Monday- Thursday 8:00 AM-8:25 AM
Click on Canvas Page Link to Access Conferences For Office Hours
Cadence Park
Counselor: Ms. Diaz BrittanyDiaz@iusd.org
Ms. Diaz’s Office Hours
Mondday’s 1:30-2:00 Wednesday’s 8:00-8:30
8:00AM - 8:30 AM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://iusd.zoom.us/j/82316532992?pwd=cUROMERIcmRnaDVQUnhZTS9rcnVUUT09
Meeting ID: 823 1653 2992
Passcode: 6EK5p6
Jeffrey Trail
Counselor: Ms. Trapp ( Student Last Names A-Lee )
· To set up an appointment: https://bit.ly/CheckInTrapp (Links to an external site.)
· Send a message via Canvas!
· Send an email: michelletrapp@iusd.org
Counselor: Ms. Jong ( Student Last Names Leeg-Z )
· To set up an appointment: https://bit.ly/CheckInJong (Links to an external site.)
· Send a message via Canvas!
· Send an email: juliannejong@iusd.org
Virtual Counseling Office Hours: 8-8:25 (Tuesday - Friday)
Link: https://bit.ly/JTMSOfficeHOURS
7th grade Jeffrey Trail Counseling Canvas Page
8th grade Jeffrey Trail Counseling Canvas Page
Lakeside
Counselor: Ms. Barro WhitneyBarro@iusd.org
Lakeside Counseling Canvas Page
Ms. Barro’s Office Hours
Tues- Fri 8:00 AM -8:25 AM
Join Zoom Meeting
LMS Counselor Office Hours Zoom Link
Plaza Vista
Counselor: Ms. Parola DanaParola@iusd.org
Plaza Plaza Vista Counseling Canvas Page
Plaza Vista Counseling Office Hours
Monday- Friday 8:00AM-8:25AM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://iusd.zoom.us/j/84459244932?pwd=V0o1M1dUTWlrVUF3VzFaQVpYSHBSdz09
Meeting ID: 844 5924 4932
Passcode: 571851
Rancho San Joaquin
Counselor: Ms. Amadi ArushiAmadi@iusd.org
Rancho San Joaquin Counseling Canvas Page
Office Hours Monday- Thursday 12pm-12.25pm
Join Zoom Meeting
https://iusd.zoom.us/j/89158275730?pwd=cUhEM3VydmZxQm4ycmlHSFZ4MVY1dz09
Sierra Vista
Counselor: Ms. Alexander (7th Grade) AlyssaAlexander@iusd.org
Counselor: Ms. McKinnon ( 8th Grade) DebbieMcKinnon@iusd.org
Sierra Vista Counseling Canvas Page
Ms. Alexander’s Office Hours
Wednesday’s 8:00-8:30a
Password: Alexander1
Ms. McKinnon’s Office Hours
Tuesday's 8a-8:30a
Password: chargers20
South Lake
Counselor: Ms. Watkins TamiWatkins@iusd.org
South Lake Counseling Canvas Page
Ms. Watkins’s Office Hours
Tuesday - Friday 8:00AM - 8:25 AM
Join Zoom Meeting
By Appointment Only
Monday's 8:50-2:15
Vista Verde
Ms. Ozgur HeatherOzgur@iusd.org
Vista Verde Counseling Canvas Page
Ms. Ozgur’s Office Hours
Mon-Fri from 8:00-8:25am
Venado
Counselor: Ms. Garcia ErinGarcia@iusd.org
Ms. Garcia's Office Hours
Monday's 8:15a- 9:15a
Tuesday- Friday 8:00a-8:25a
Meeting ID: 591 995 6783
Passcode: 2bewell
Students message thru CANVAS or complete Request for Check In to set up contact.
Families please email eringarcia@iusd.org to set up contact, please indicate preferred time and format (phone call, Google Meet, Zoom)