Dimond News Blast
February 13, 2024
Dear Dimond Families!
Dimond has had some fantastic accomplishments both in and out of the classroom this quarter, a big thanks to all of the DHS community, including students, friends, families, and staff: Keep up the great work!
We are only 15 school days away from the midpoint of the second semester. Let’s end the third quarter on a high note before we head into the last stretch of the school year.
If you have questions about your students’ grades or attendance head over to Parent Connect for more information. If you ever need help accessing Parent Connect, don't hesitate to call the Curriculum and Counseling office at (907) 742-7000.
Spirit Week
The Spirit Olympics, brought to you by DHS Student Government, will be Friday, February 16th during the school day. Also, on Friday there will be the Sadie Hawkins Dance from 7:00pm - 10:00pm in the old gym.
In the spirit of Spirit Olympics, the dress-up days are:
Monday: Neon vs. Camo
Tuesday: Mathlete vs. Athlete
Wednesday: Pink vs. Blue
Thursday: Levi’s vs. Lululemon
Friday: Class Colors (Freshmen: Green; Sophomores: Blue; Juniors: Gold / Yellow, Seniors: Maroon)
Assembly Bell Schedule for 2/16:
Period 1: 7:30am - 8:09am
Period 2: 8:15am - 8:54am
Period 3: 9:00am - 9:39am
Period 4: 9:45am - 10:24am
Lunch: 10:24am - 11:04am
Period 5: 11:10am - 11:49am
Period 6: 11:55am - 12:34pm
Assembly 12:40pm - 2:00pm
Blue passes, for the assembly, WILL NOT be issued after the 4th period.
Drop Off Safety Notification
There are several spots dedicated for handicap parking just before the designated drop off zone in the student parking lot. It is important that these parking spots remain open for parking, and that this area is NOT used as a drop off zone for students.
We understand the excessive snow covered the blue curb and parking identification so it may not have been obvious to drivers. The snow has been cleared to mitigate any confusion, and we ask all drivers to be aware and avoid this designated area.
Academies of Anchorage (AOA) Parent/Guardian Survey
As spring approaches, ASD has some exciting news to share! The Parent & Family Engagement Tactic Team has worked tirelessly to get this survey ready for our families and it’s not ready! Thanks for your patience.
The PARENT SURVEY linked here is ready and available in multiple languages. A brief explanation is also provided for families. Thank you for sending this in your upcoming newsletters through February. You may have already received an email from the district level through ASD's Communications Department.
Upcoming Sports Start Dates and Signups
Please make sure to complete all forms on Planeths, before the start date of the sport you are interested in participating in. Each student must check in with Chelsea Hunt in the Activities Office to receive an Eligibility Slip before they are eligible to participate in their desired sport.
Payments
Each sport costs $200.00, there is now a student cap of $400.00 per year. Once you have reached this amount, all other sports will be free for the remainder of the current school year. If your family is interested in a waiver, you will need to apply and be approved for the free and reduced lunch program. You can find this on the Student Nutrition website.
If you have any questions, please contact Chelsea Hunt in the Activities Office at 742-7005. Office hours are & 7:00am - 3:00pm with a closure at 12:00pm for 30 minutes.
March 4
Track and Field
Soccer Boys & Girls
Baseball
Softball
Grades Matter! Academic Eligibility for Sports and Activities
Students participating in sports or all-state academic/ fine arts activities must remain academically eligible. Eligibility is checked at the beginning of the 1st and 2nd semesters, as well as the beginning of the 2nd and 3rd quarters.
ASD VIRTUAL STUDENTS be aware that although virtual courses are self-paced, a quarter grade will be given based on your work completed during the grading period. This grade counts towards your academic eligibility.
Students that are not eligible will not be able to participate in their sport or activity.
PTSA
The Lynx Lair is in need of weekly volunteers - all days are available, but especially Fridays (10:20a-11:45a). The Lynx Lair is purely volunteer run and sells drinks, coffee, and snacks to students at lunch everyday. Training is available!
Email us at dimondptsaboard@gmail.com if you’re interested!
Career Resource Center Information
Mrs. Lauwers is in the process of updating and posting upcoming scholarship, testing information, FAFSA, potential college timelines/ application deadlines and with job resources that may want to pursue after graduation. That and so much more is available on-line and in person in the DHS Career Resource.
Please contact Mrs. Lauwers through email at lauwers_kimberly@asdk12.org if you have any questions or if you or your student would like to set up an appointment. If the CRC office door is open, Mrs. Lauwers is in her office and feel free to come in for help! You must have a pass from your teacher or come in at lunch or after school. Appointment hours are 8:30am-3:00pm.
Yearbooks!
You can purchase your Senior Ads until February 29th, their cost is as follows:
$300 - full
$160 - half
$90 - quarter
You can make your purchases at: yearbookforever.com
If you have any questions please contact Ms. Castoe at castoe_tracy@asdk12.org.
Senior Portraits and Quotes
Quotes must be appropriate.
Send to our email @dimondlynxYB@gmail.com
OR upload to the Google Form
Warm Regards,
Principal Johnson-Harris
A.J. Dimond High School
Website: https://www.asdk12.org/dimond
Location: 2909 West 88th Avenue, Anchorage, AK, USA
Phone: (907) 742-7000