Marcello came to Launch Academy in October of his 11th grade year. In addition to taking AP courses, Marcello is also a competitive runner. He has run three marathons with a personal record of 2 hours and 40 minutes, and is currently training for the Chicago Marathon this year. His dream is to represent Mexico in the Olympics and is happy to help anyone who wants to start their running journey!

Hello Launch Academy Students (& Parents),

We hope you had a restful Spring Break and now are ready to jump on our Q4 journey of interactive learning. You will be assigned three new classes - Your goal is to complete your assigned classes by the week of May29th. A week earlier if you are a Senior.

Our fourth quarter (Q4) of the school year has 9 weeks. Practically, you will have 8 weeks to complete your assigned classes. You can do it! And we are here to support you.

First day of school for Q4 is Tuesday, April 4th. However, on Monday, April 3rd, you will receive emails from your teachers and academic coach. Please check your email and log into CANVAS daily starting Monday.

On Monday, April 3rd, students and parents will be able to access student's Q4 Class Schedule in Infinite Campus Portal. In addition, we will email each student and parent Q4 class schedules on Monday. PLEASE join your assigned classes according the class period (P1-8) on the designated day and time. All meetings links will become available starting Monday in each of your CANVAS classes. If there are any issues with your class schedule, contact immediately you counselor by email, phone or by scheduling an online meeting. Click HERE for our counseling team contact information.

At Launch Virtual Academy, each student has the flexibility and freedom to be in control of their learning experience. However, this new power comes with new responsibilities. We, wholeheartedly believe that you can be successful in an online environment. You have us on your team!

Be curious, be active, and engage in your education,

Dr. Ulloa

School Principal

Direct line of support:

• Call us at 619-628-2650

Communicate through Microsoft TEAMS, CANVAS, or email.

• erik.hernandez@sweetwaterschools.org [Student Programs Facilitator]

News for this week:.

• On Tuesday, first day of Q4!
• On Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday- "In-Person (Hybrid) Support" from 9:00am to 1:00pm at our school's administrative offices located at 1411 27th Street, San Diego, CA 91154.
• On Thursday, SWC Peer Ambassadors on campus for in-person and virtual appointments! Schedule HERE
• Saturday Support Center is April 8th from 9am to 12pm at our school administrative offices located at 1411 27th Street, San Diego, CA 91154. (In-Person)
• Online Math Support Every Saturday from 9am to 12pm. Click HERE to join the live link.
• ELPAC Test All Week - Information will be sent via email.
• CAASP Testing ALL Week - Information will be sent via email.

District/Community Events for the week:

- This Tuesday, free museums at Balboa Park! (Fleet Science Center, Natural History Museum, and Model Railroad Museum)

- This Wednesday, Princess Project location at Mission Valley Mall! Register HERE

This Saturday, Senior Prom at Air and Space museum, come to ASB at 1411 27th Street, San Diego CA, 92154.

On Saturday, April 1st, Launch Academy students visited UCSD Skaggs School of Pharmacy to learn more about their campus and to get an in depth look at the field of Pharmacy at one of the most prestigious schools in the nation!

• Q4 First day for student is Tuesday, April 4th, 2023.
• Student Class Schedules will be available in Infinite Campus Portal on Friday, May 31st.
• We will also email schedules on Monday, April 3rd.

For questions related to your classes, contact your Counselor.

Do you have any issues accessing your accounts?

• Call our school between 8:00am and 3:30pm (619-628-2650)
• Call IT Help Desk between 8:00am and 3:30pm (619-585-7995 ext.3)
• Complete THIS FORM and we will get back to you asap.

Students if you cannot log into CANVAS, here is what you need to do to get acess.

Follow the directions below to log in.

Canvas Student Username = email address

Canvas Student Password = lowercase first initial of first name + lastname + student ID number

(if student has two last names, password includes both names)

Example of Student Password: gsantos1548998

* If you can still not acess CANVAS, please complete THIS FORM. *

In-Person (Hybrid) Support

• Hybrid support is offered to students every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9am to 1pm at our school's administrative offices located at 1411 27th Street, San Diego, CA 91154.
• Snack and Lunch are provided.
• Sign up by clicking HERE
• Students will attend their online classes and receive in-person support from teachers, tutors and support staff.

• Saturday Support Center is from 9am to 12pm at our school administrative offices located at 1411 27th Street, San Diego, CA 91154. (In-Person)
• We will have teachers, tutors and support staff available to help you with you school work.
• Upcoming Support Dates: April 8th, 22nd and May 6th, 13th,20th and 27th

• Every Saturday from 9am to 12pm (online)
• Click HERE to join the live link.

Monday (5:30pm - 7:30pm) Click HERE for the live link.

Tuesday (4:00pm - 9:00pm) Click HERE for the live link.

Wednesday (4:00pm - 9:00pm) Click HERE for the live link.

Thursday (4:00pm - 9:00pm) Click HERE for the live link.

Support for English, Science, History and Math.

Click for ASB updates and information!

Click HERE to Apply TODAY!

Questions? Email Professor Wing Cheung at wcheung@palomar.edu

I am excited to announce that the annual Congressional Art Competition has begun, and the office of Congressman Juan Vargas is accepting submissions! Each year, the Congressional Institute sponsors a nationwide high school visual art competition to recognize the talent of artists on a national scale and in each congressional district

This year's theme is Through My Pandemic Eyes – Depicting the experiences of the pandemic through two-dimensional art. Your artwork should reflect any emotion or happening (positive or negative) experienced as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic.

The top three winners are recognized in their district, and the first-place winner at an annual awards ceremony in Washington, DC. The winning art piece is displayed for one year at the U.S. Capitol, and the winner is provided with a flight to D.C. to participate in the annual art reception on the Hill.

The deadline to submit entries is Friday, April 28th, 2023, at 5:00 PM. All submissions should be delivered to the district office at 333 F Street, Suite A Chula Vista, CA 91910

Below is a link to a Google Drive with all the paperwork required for this competition. Good luck! Click HERE

Exciting activities at the 2023 STEAM FAIR on April 13th. Over 25 organizations are geared up to provide engaging activities-- everything from Aerospace to Biotech.

Register at eefkids.org and be eligible to win prizes, but no registration is required to attend. Eastlake High School are our hosts, located at 1120 Eastlake Parkway, CV, CA 91915. The event will be in Parking Lot D --on the south end of campus. (Enter Campus, turn left, travel about 50 yards, you will see the event on the right). Free parking is available

Are you a sophomore or Junior interested in a summer program at Scripps Mercy Hospital in Chula Vista? Take part in this 6 week hybrid program and learn more from physicians currently in the field. Applications are now open!

Apply HERE!

This is your invitation to join architects and urban planners to a hands-on workshop where

you learn about the built environment and get to create your own

cities out of small

“found objects” and stray items. You will make buildings out of recycled trash, and then

Open to Grades 10,11,12

When: April 15-16 from 10-4pm

Register HERE

Please open the linked letters for important 8th Grade Promotion Information from the Sweetwater Union High School District.

8th Grade Promotion English

8th Grade Promotion Spanish

Attention seniors! Cap and gowns are now available to purchase through our partner SD Grad. Make sure to purchase before April 1st to avoid a $10 service fee!

Click HERE to purchase.

Launch Virtual Academy will be working with MGPORTRAITS for Senior Portraits this year. Click HERE for more details or access the MGPORTRAITS website @ mgportraits.com

Yearbook Deadline: March 26,2023

Interested in a career in public services? Do not miss out on this opportunity to hear from prominant members in our community! Check out the flyer below for more information.

When: April 18, 2023

Register HERE

ELPAC Testing - All English Learners ​

• Testing Window: February 1st – May 31st ​

• ELPAC Testing Sessions: (Virtual)

  Monday 7am to 3:30pm

  Tuesday 9:30am to 3pm

  Wednesday 9:30am to 3pm

  Thursday 9:30am to 3pm

  Friday 8am to 3pm

• In-person testing ( Tuesday and Wednesday) 9am to1pm

• Contact Erik Hernandez @ erik.hernandez@sweetwaterschools.org for support and questions

​

CAASPP Testing​

• Grades 7,8,11 and Science in grades 8 and high school (Grade 11 and 12)​

• February 22nd – June 2nd​

• Online and In-person ( Testing to start after Spring Break) ​

Click HERE to see important dates for the 2022 - 2023 school year. Dates subject to change. Please check this document regularly.

They are available to meet in person and virtually on Thursdays from 12:30-2:45PM.

You can join the virtual lobby during their office hours using this link: https://swccd-edu.zoom.us/j/87614405916

You can also schedule an appointment with them using Calendly: https://calendly.com/launchhsadvisor

Please note that the Ambassadors will be at the SWC Jaguar for a Day fieldtrip this Thursday, March 16th, so they will not be available to meet with students that day.

They WILL be working next Thursday, March 23rd from 12:30-3PM at Southwestern College. You can meet with them virtually using the Zoom link above or in-person at Southwestern College, 900 Otay Lakes Rd, Chula Vista, CA 91910-7297

In 2022-2023, Sweetwater Union High School District (SUHSD) received approximately $60M to support students to achieve academically, be supported emotionally, and ensure schools maintain a healthy environment for learning.

The way these funds are used must include the input of all community partners, specially YOU! SUHSD would like to capture your thoughts and suggestions on how those funds should be utilized for next school year - Click HERE to access survey.

The AML Conference provides 8th - 12th grade students with tools needed for personal and professional growth. We encourage our youth to raise their expectations, develop leadership skills, and pursue a post-high school education, so they may set and achieve goals while having a positive impact on their lives and the lives of others.

When: April 15 2023

When: 8am-1:05pm

Where: Rancho Del Rey Middle School

Register HERE

Princess Project is back and offering a free Prom dress with accessory! There will be multiple locations open for this amazing opportunity from March 29th- May 8. Check the flyer for specific information on which location is closes to you!

Every Tuesday there are free museums at Balboa Park! Check out the link below to see what museums are free this week!

Click HERE for more information.

The city of Chula Vista will be hosting multiple events in the month of April!

At the Civic Center Branch, 365 F Street, S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) will focus on Earth Month activities. April 6 is Acid Rain, April 13 is Origami Planters, April 20 is Litter Grabber Challenge, and April 27 is Wind Catchers; all events begin at 6 p.m. This program is designed for children ages 8-12 and materials are provided on a first-come, first-served basis.

Center for Healthy Living is launching a ‘Healthy Living’ webinar series from January to June for anyone in the community! Check out the dates and topics covered below.

Register HERE

To facilitate the scheduling of an online meeting with you, Launch Academy teachers and counselors use of Calendly.

• Teachers email contact and Calendly links HERE.
• Counseling team email contact and Calendly links HERE.

Let's meet to work together!

CALFRESH CAN HELP! Click HERE for more information

Click HERE for tech support

We want to thank you for entrusting your education with us. We want to make Launch Academy a place where students can be successful based on choice, flexibility, and personalized learning.