Knightly Update August 22, 2021
ACP High School - Edition Vol 1 Issue 7
It was a pleasure speaking with many of you at last week's Meet-the-Teacher Night and sharing our new campus with you as well. A big thank you to our teachers for putting together their presentations and talking about their class & content with all of us. If you were unable to attend last week's event, you can find the presentations and/or handouts on our teacher websites.
This year's pool party was well attended and a fun time for all. Thank you to our General Booster Club and all of the parent volunteers that helped to make Friday possible. A big thanks is also in order to all the families that donated drinks and snacks for the students to enjoy. Thank you for making the evening special for everyone that attended.
Mid-quarter grades were posted on Friday. If you have not reviewed your child's progress, please do so by visiting the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. I took some time to review the academic data of our students on Friday, and I was pleased to see that our students are doing well. However, if you have any questions or concerns about your child's academic progress, please contact the appropriate instructor(s). Remember, our counselors are also available to work with our students and provide some tips to help them when they are struggling. Please contact us if we can be of assistance.
Our first spirit week of the year is this week! Details for the daily themes are included in today's update. I hope all our students choose to participate and show off their Knight pride. We will close the week with multiple pep rally's on Friday as we prepare to cheer on our football team at the first game of the season in our new stadium that evening. Please note CUSD's "clear bag policy & prohibited items list" that is enforced at all CUSD athletic events. The theme for Friday's game is Friday Knight Lights, so wear your favorite ACP attire to the game or purchase a Friday Knight Light t-shirt. Kick-off is at 7:00 (gates open at 6), so come out and join us in cheering on our Knights and celebrating a new era in ACP sport history. I look forward to seeing all of our fall athletic programs begin their season and cannot wait to see how our athletes do. Go, Knights!
Last week the Governing Board voted to continue to enforce the mitigation practices that were implemented at the start of the year. You can review those guidelines by clicking on the "CUSD Opening Guidelines 2021-22" button below. In addition to current District mitigation practices, the Maricopa County Department of Health is mandating schools to quarantine students who have close contact with an individual who has a confirmed case of COVID-19 and who are not fully vaccinated or have not tested positive for COVID-19 in the last 90 days. I continue to encourage our students, staff and community to engage in those behaviors that make them feel most comfortable and safe. We will continue to maintain a respectful learning environment, and follow set guidelines while working to ensure the safest possible conditions are maintained.
It's been a fun start to the year and I have enjoyed interacting with our students. I look forward to participating in our first spirit week and having some fun with the kids and staff as we get into the heart of the year. Thanks again for choosing ACP. As always, if you have any questions, please contact me. Enjoy your week.
Rob Bickes
Principal
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COVID-19 Updates & Information
The Maricopa County Department of Public Health has notified local school districts that they have the delegated authority to determine which contacts must be quarantined. This is outlined in the Arizona Revised Statutes Title 36, Chapter 6, Article 2 (36-624) and Arizona Administrative Code (R9-6-361).
Maricopa County Department of Public Health continues to follow CDC and Arizona Department of Public Health Services guidelines which defines close contact of a COVID-19 case as being any person within 6 feet for a cumulative total of 15 minutes or more during a 24-hour period, regardless of whether masks were worn. Effective Wednesday, August 26, 2021 students who have close contact with an individual who has a confirmed case of COVID-19 and who are not fully vaccinated or have not tested positive for COVID-19 in the last 90 days are to quarantine (stay home) for up to 10 days, per county mandate.
Students may shorten the duration of a quarantine in three ways:
- Quarantine may end after 7 days if no symptoms have occurred and a documented negative result has been provided to the school. If choosing to return after seven days, the test sample must have been collected at least five days after exposure.
- If your child has been fully vaccinated and you voluntarily submit proof to the school and 14 days have passed since administration of the second dose in a two-dose series (or two weeks after a single dose vaccine), your child does not have to quarantine.
- If your child previously tested positive for COVID-19 by PCR or antigen test, recovered and then completed his/her isolation period in the last 90 days.
As a safety measure, please keep your child home if ill or shows Covid-19 symptoms. We continue to highly recommend face coverings as an additional layer of mitigation. Thank you.
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School Events - Week of August 23rd
Site events listed in bold.
Monday, August 23
- Spirit Week - Knighty Knight Day
- 5:30 - Athletic Boosters Meeting, ACPHS Auditorium
Tuesday, August 24
- Spirit Week - Meme/Vine Day
Wednesday, August 25
- Spirit Week - Wild West Wednesday
- 6:00 - JV Football @ Sabino HS
Thursday, August 26
- Spirit Week - Throwback Thursday
- 4:00 - Volleyball Pre-Season Scrimmage @ Phoenix Country Day School
Friday, August 27
- Spirit Week - Friday Knight Lights
- Pep Rally, ACP HS Gym
- 7:00 - Varsity Football vs Sabino HS, ACPHS Stadium
Saturday, August 28
- No events scheduled
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Knights in the Spotlight
Last weekend, Christina Chavez, class of 2023, competed in the AZ State Championship for Brazilian JuJitsu in her weight class and as a white belt. At the end of the tournament, Christina placed 2nd earning a silver medal. Way to go, Christina!
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Quarter 1 Spirit Week!
School administration retains the final discretion in determining if a garment, accessory or appearance meets the theme and is appropriate. Repeated violations of expected dress standards may result in appropriate disciplinary action, including being suspended from school.
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It's time for some Friday Knight Lights!
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ACP General Booster Club Updates
Thank you to all the families who donated items for our pool party. Thank you to our parent volunteers Glenn Ruhl, Patty Ferreira, Joelle Dilworth, Susan Shunk, Jeff Keene, and Mike Greer, as well as the students who helped set up and clean up. We could not have done it without you! We appreciate all of you!
The Fry’s Community Rewards Program is an easy way to help the ACP High School General Boosters and ACP High School! We have the potential to earn needed dollars that will help ACP High School! Please enroll today!
To enroll in the Fry's Community Rewards Program, follow the instructions below. Select Arizona College Prep-Erie Campus (ACP-Erie) - MX278 and every time you shop using your VIP card, Fry's will donate to ACP High School. (You DO NOT need to re-enroll if you are already enrolled and have selected Arizona College Prep-Erie Campus (ACP-Erie) - MX278 as your organization.)
To enroll in the Fry’s Community Rewards Program (or change the organization you contribute to):
- CLICK HERE
- Scroll down to “Link Your Shopper’s Card”.
- Sign into your digital account. (Please ‘Register’ if you don’t already have an account. You will need the # on your Fry’s rewards card or the phone # associated with your card to enroll in the program once you have created an account.)
- Enter the name of the organization - Arizona College Prep-Erie Campus (ACP-Erie) or our number # MX278.
- Click ‘Save’.
Volunteer Opportunities: We still have some volunteer opportunities for parents. Please click on the link below to see how you can help.
Copy Help August-September 2021
If you would like to be on our volunteer list for events, please email us at acphsgeneralboosters@gmail.com. Please include your cell phone number.
Booster Donations: It is not too late to donate to the booster club. Thank you to all who have made their donation already! The donation is $50 per student or $80 per family (two or more students). To make your donation, please CLICK HERE. Please note that this donation cannot be paid through Infinite Campus.
Need to Contact Us? We look forward to your continued support of ACP High School! Please contact us at acphsgeneralboosters@gmail.com with any questions. Follow us on Facebook at ACP High School General Boosters.
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Purchase You ACP Letterman Jacket
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ACP High School Yearbook Deadline
REMEMBER TO ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK NO LATER THAN FRIDAY, AUGUST 27th TO GET YOUR FOUR FREE ICONS WITH YOUR PERSONALIZED BOOK!
For your convenience, this year's yearbook may be purchased online at jostensyearbooks.com (type in "Arizona College Prep High School") or you can simply click on the button below to go directly to our school's webpage. Yearbook packages include:
Back-to-school special: $70.00. This is the lowest price of the year with a savings of $15.00.
Signature package: $85.00 includes yearbook, personalization, autograph pens, and autograph pages. The free icons are a back-to-school special only for a limited time. Additional accessories available for purchase.
Personalized yearbook cost: $77.00 includes name embossed on the cover and 4 free icons of your choice. The free icons are a back-to-school special for a limited time only. Additional accessories available for purchase.
Prices will increase on all three options throughout the year, and there are a limited number of yearbooks for sale, so be sure to purchase yours today! This back-to-school special ends August 27th, but you can still purchase a yearbook until April 1st. Arizona College Prep High School has received the National Yearbook Program of Excellence Award the past three consecutive school years.
If you have any questions click here to email Mrs. Patterson.
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ACP Wrestling Donation Drive
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Youth Arts Council
The City of Chandler Cultural Development Department is looking for individuals to serve on the Youth Arts Council. This unique leadership program focuses on the skills needed to be an arts leader and advocate with no cost to students. Lasting 6 months, participants, ages 13 - 17, engage in 13 three-hour sessions, starting in September and going through March.
Youth Arts Council participants complete the program with increased knowledge of career opportunities, financial responsibility, leadership skills, small/large group dynamics, public relations and marketing. This is a wonderful program that adds to any college application.
More information can be found online here: https://www.chandlercenter.org/YAC. Applications are due September 8, 2021.
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Emergency Relief Funds Virtual Meeting
The Chandler Unified School District has received funding from the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER III) Fund grants administered through the Arizona Department of Education. These emergency relief funds are allocated to school districts to address the impact of COVID-19 on elementary and secondary schools. CUSD will be gathering input from our community regarding how these funds can best be utilized to accelerate and enrich learning and increase learning opportunities.
On August 30th from 6 – 7 pm, CUSD will be hosting a virtual community roundtable to gather input and to guide our ESSER III Plan. During this roundtable you will have the opportunity to review CUSD priorities and provide feedback. CUSD values the voice of our community, and we encourage you to join us. If you would like to attend, please click here to register for the CUSD ESSER III Virtual Community Round Table. We will be reaching out to all of our participants approximately one week from the event with the necessary details.
Thank you for your continued support of CUSD.
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CEF Cash for Classrooms Campaign
The 2021 #CashForClassrooms campaign supports enrichment grants written by teachers and principals across Chandler Unified School District. The number of grants funded depends on the amount of money contributed during this campaign. With your help, we will make a difference for the 44,000 students across CUSD.
This year, the Foundation's focus is on future readiness. We will prioritize supporting innovative learning opportunities, maintaining state of the art libraries, and equipping teachers with the tools to take lessons to the next level.
We couldn't do this without you! Donate $100 or more and receive a Chandler Education Foundation State Forty Eight shirt. Donate now by clicking here today. Thank you for investing in our future!
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Become an ACPHS Sponsor
We are looking for major sponsors to assist with the purchasing of an electronic marquee, stadium scoreboard, and digital display in our gym. If you are aware of an organization that would be interested in sponsoring these major items, please share any contact information with administration. We look forward to showcasing our school sponsors throughout the years as we thank businesses and individuals for their support of ACP and our students. Thank you!
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Class of 2022 Senior Pictures
Congratulations, Class of 2022!
The first step of your senior journey is to have your portrait taken for the yearbook. The yearbook’s deadline for senior pictures is September 4th, 2021. In order to meet this deadline, we have partnered with Lou Coopey Photography in Mesa, AZ to take your yearbook photos.
There are two options: one is free, the other is $40.00. Please read through this message completely for details and choose the option that works best for you. If you have questions, please e-mail Mrs. Patterson, patterson.kristin@cusd80.com.
OPTION 1 ($40.00 deposit, $50.00 credit to account)
Schedule an appointment with Lou Coopey to have your portrait taken at their Mesa studio located at 202 N Lindsay Rd, Mesa, AZ 85213 before the September 4th deadline.
Key Information about Option 1:
$40 deposit will be collected at the time of scheduling.
- This deposit, along with a $10 credit ($50.00 total) will be applied to each account to purchase portraits and services offered by Lou Coopey.
- Return your proof book within 30 days and receive a refund of your $40.00 deposit.
- After 30 days, the $10 complimentary credit will expire.
- The $40 remains on account and can be used for any senior portrait purchase.
To ensure the safety of all seniors the following protocols are in place for the photo session:
- All procedures will be as contact-free as possible.
- The studio will be limiting the number of appointments per day to allow for social distancing.
- Face masks and hand sanitizer are recommended, but no required.
- It is recommended that Seniors bring their own clothing. However, if necessary, the studio will provide loaner jackets, ties, and drapes as needed.
- The loaner cap and gown are sanitized on site in commercial dryers between appointments per CDC sanitation requirements.
- All studio services beyond the sitting (scheduling, ordering pictures, and paying fees) will be conducted online.
- Senior sessions will include 9-14 poses on a variety of backgrounds including Cap & Gown photos for graduation.
- All post-sitting contact will be done online (choosing the yearbook pose, ordering photos, and any additional payment.)
- Students must be dressed to impress (collared shirt, tie, dress, and/or professional blouse) for their senior portrait.
Visit www.loucoopey.com then click on the large red banner across the top to book your appointment.
OPTION 2 ($0.00)
Take your senior yearbook photo on campus on student picture day (Date TBD).
Key Information about Option 2:
- A limited number of poses will be taken on the yearbook background only.
- Students must be dressed to impress (collared shirt, tie, dress, and/or professional blouse) for their senior portrait.
NOTE: For both options, students must dress to impress (collared shirt, tie, suit jacket, dress, and/or professional blouse/professional wear). Clothing must be free of logos/signage/text and should not be transparent, too revealing. Head wear is not permitted (except in the case of religious or medical purposes).
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Please Make a Tax Credit Donation
If you are able to make your tax contributions early in the year, your donation would be greatly appreciated and give us a jump start on some of our essential extracurricular activities. We have set a goal to collect approximately $50.00 per family for a total of $57,500.00 and hope that you will be willing to help us meet our goal. Thank you for supporting your child and our school!
Tax Credit Basics…
A tax credit donation is a full refund, not a deduction. Contributions eligible for a tax credit are donated directly to schools, not to the state or school district. To participate or learn more, follow the link listed below to donate online or you can complete the enclosed form and submit your contribution at your convenience.
http://www.cusd80.com/taxcredit
Arizona Law ARS 43-1089.01 enables taxpayers a tax credit contribution of up to $400.00 per year if filing status is “Married, filing Joint Return;” $200.00 per calendar year if filing status is “Single of Head of Household;” and $200 per calendar year if filing status is “Married filing separate returns.” These contributions fund extracurricular activities in public schools and greatly impact our school community and our students.
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Contact Information
School Day Begins: 7:15 (gates close at 7:25)
School Day Ends: 2:20
Office Hours: 7:00-3:00
School Address:
4477 S. Gilbert Rd., Chandler, AZ 85249
Phone Numbers:
Administration: 480-424-8700
Attendance: 480-424-8703
Fax: 480-224-9268
Find us on the web: www.cusd80.com/acphs