News from the Ridge
Shortridge High School News and Updates
January 24th UPDATES PREPARING FOR START OF HYBRID INSTRUCTION
We restart hybrid instruction with some students coming into Shortridge Monday, others starting Thursday, and an additional group staying with full-time remote learning.
We want all our students to know that we love you, we support you, and that--
We are all Blue Devils!
IMPORTANT--students starting in-person instruction can only attend school at Shortridge on their assigned days.
- Students whose last names start with A-K will attend Monday and Tuesday. They will participate in remote learning Wednesday – Friday.
- Students whose last names start with L-Z will attend Thursday and Friday. They will participate in remote learning Monday – Wednesday.
- Wednesday will be a remote learning day for all students on the hybrid schedule.
- Attendance will be taken every period for both in-person and remote.
- Make sure you complete the COVID-19 Screening for Parents before you send your child to school.
--Tuesday is PSAT day for Sophomores and Juniors only. All Sophomores and Juniors (regardless if remote or in-person) need to report in-person at Shortridge Tuesday to take the PSAT.
--Freshmen and Seniors, Tuesday is a virtual home learning day, and will log into classes using Schoology.
Updates for students attending in-person instruction:
- Mask at all times --on the bus, in the halls, and in classrooms.
- Enter the door closest to your drop off and exit at 4:00 through the same door
- One way halls on the 2nd and 3rd floor--follow the arrows and social distant floor stickers.
- Assigned seating in classes and lunchroom
- All students must leave Shortridge at 4:00 (end of the day) unless participating in competitive activities.
- No lockers--bring your backpacks with your supplies.
- Bring a fully charged Laptop and charger every day.
- Be safe, on time, and engage!
We are looking forward to seeing everyone's smiling faces--Regardless if we see your happy eyes for those in the building (wearing your masks) or your smile for those logging in with Teams (with your video on).
All instruction will continue to be offered through Schoology-- including assignments, activities, and assessments. Students in the building will use Schoology and engage with the teacher in the class. Students at home will use Schoology and engage with the teacher and peers using Teams. Lessons will still be recorded and posted in Schoology. That way, if a student from home has any technical issues or wants to review a lesson, they will be able to participate fully.
This will ensure that ALL students have access to High-Quality instruction.
Of course, we are placing significant emphasis on reaffirming our safety procedures and expectations with those shifting to in-person instruction. Regardless if you are at Shortridge or home, I asked that you take precautions, wear your mask, and follow all safety protocols so that we can beat this!
Below you will find additional updates, celebrations, and important information from the Ridge.
Go Blue Devils!
Dennis Thomas
Principal
Additional Updates
Use this link to access our Hybrid bell schedule. This is a change from our full virtual schedule.
For updates and additional information on Shortridge's remote and in-person plan, visit our complete FAQ found here.
Choice Application Lottery
The Choice Application Lottery window for the 2021-22 school year is open for all grades, and you can still submit your application for the first round, which ends Friday, Jan. 29.
- Sixth-grade families at K–6 schools should apply to their preferred middle school.
- Eighth-grade families must apply for their preferred high school.
- Other families interested in exploring the many exciting IPS school options can learn more and apply through Enroll Indy at enrollindy.org.
Academics
MYP Updates: Hello MYP Families (and especially 10th-grade families!),
Just a quick note to remind you that I've uploaded TONS of new resources to the Personal Project resource folder. This includes more videos, access to my own Personal Project Model workbook, a detailed view (still draft form!) of the calendar for ATL this year, and much more! If you're curious to see my own progress on my model project, follow the Instagram account I'm using as my Process Journal (a required component of the project for all students): @merlin_makes_shs. I'll be posting my own (beginner) woodworking stuff there, as well as guidance/details about my goals, criteria, and final product/outcome for my project.
Student Services
CAP/GOWN/SENIOR SWAG: JOSTENS INFO
Seniors, for information about cap/gown, senior swag, class rings, and more, check out the Jostens website. You can order online or mail-in order form to Jostens. Order deadline (before the price increase) is February 17th.
Cap and Gown Only:
Jostens SHS Website
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1072816/Shortridge-High-School/
Accessing Schoology
Schoology not only creates a single hub for students to access their classes but also provides families the ability to keep up with your student's academic progress.
Below is a quick video tutorial on navigating Schoology and checking grades/progress in their classes.
Future Center
Center for Leadership Development (CLD)
Programming through the Center for Leadership Development offers scholars opportunities for growth in all areas of life. To learn more about the variety of programming offered or attend an upcoming virtual Open House, follow this link.
Project Ready
Project Ready is a signature program of the National Urban League (NUL) that seeks to provide enhanced academic and social support to students ages 11-18, as they prepare for post-secondary success. This program currently targets high school students (9th – 12th grade) and works with students and their families to:
•Increase college awareness
•Understand the correlation between post-secondary success and income
•Academic Advising
•Scholarship Application Assistance
•Free SAT and ACT Preparatory Workshops
•College Tours
•FAFSA Assistance
•College Application Assistance
•Service Learning Opportunities
For more information or to enroll your student in the program, please contact site coordinator Daesha Smith at dsmith@indplsul.org or at 317-794-6337.
Shortridge Scholarship Blog
Scholarship resources and opportunities can be found on the Shortridge Scholarship Blog. Check it out at this link http://wsd7.2.vu/SHSScholarshipBlog
Exploradoor
An online service for teens ages 14-18 to connect with programs and experiences, including internships, can help them better prepare for life. Exploradoor.com is a free resource that simplifies outreach and connectivity among teens, their families, schools, and program providers. With program information consolidated into one searchable platform, Exploradoor.com strives to improve teen engagement and preparedness so that they are more informed and confident about their choices after high school.
Check out the opportunities at Exploradoor here.
Through Their Eyes Scholarship
IUPUI hopes to repair the damage created over 50 years ago with a scholarship for descendants of families displaced when the university was constructed in 1969.
Students who are related to individuals displaced by the development of the IUPUI campus, are pursuing their first undergraduate degree at IUPUI, and can provide appropriate documentation showing familial linkage through documentation or photographs will be eligible for a scholarship award of up to $15,000, renewable for up to four years.
Applications for the Through Their Eyes Scholarship will open in January and can be found on the IUPUI Scholarship page here
Upward Bound
The IUPUI TRIO Upward Bound program supports low-income and first-generation college-bound students in preparing for college.
Learn more by attending an Open House held every Tuesday at 5:30pm. Email Upward Bound at ubound@iupui.edu for the link to attend.
Or apply here
Helpful Resources
- FAFSA Friday events offered through the Future Center
- Creating Your FSA ID
- FAFSA Checklist
- Scholarship Search Help
Interested families, please email Mrs. Harris, Future Center Coordinator, at harria@myips.org.
Andrea Harris – Future Center Coordinator – harria@myips.org – 317-426-8423
Christie Powell – Future Center Resource Associate – powellc@myips.org – 317-732-5088
Chris Speckman – Writing Specialist – speckmanc@myips.org
Butler University An Evening with Staff & Students
Butler University is partnering with the IPS to present an Evening with Butler University Staff and Students. The event will be a virtual college tour for IPS 11th and 12th-grade students of color and their parents from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Feb. 4. Additional details are linked here- will share an event-attendance link next week!
Athletics
Spring Athletics will begin before we know it! Boys Golf, Girls Tennis, Co-ed Track & Field, Baseball, and Softball will start having conditioning and try-outs during February/March. If your child is interested, please keep your eyes out in this newsletter or on Twitter: @Blue_Devils_SHS
Shortridge Athletics currently has two open coaching positions if you are interested or you can share:
Please think about donating or sharing to help fund our Blue Devil Swim Teams (GoFundMe)
Due to Covid, schedules are changing daily. Please download the athletics app and follow us on Twitter at: @Blue_Devils_SHS for all the latest updates.
We will continually be doing our best to keep the athletes, coaches, and fans safe. Masks and distancing will continue to be required. Every little part each of us contributes is one day further that our athletes get to compete.
Shortridge Letter Jackets are always available! Varsity student-athletes gain patches and pins throughout their time with us and this is a great way to show them off! If interested, please contact Randy Wintner at Randy.Wintner@jostens.com to find out more.
Craig Huljak
Craig Huljak
Athletic Director
Archived World Changing 101 Events
- Speak The Truth
- IPS Board Commissioner Evan Hawkins
- Liane Groth Hulka & Vote Safe Indiana w Ziv Zellars
- Shortridge Racial Equity Forum
- Dr. Payne's interview
- Nine13Sports interview Tom Hanley
- World Changing 101: Ashley Toruño
- 9/11 Presentations-Introductory Reflection from Mr. Zummo, Pre-recorded Interview with Pete Cowden
- Ms. Cory Interviews Two Shortridge Grads (share their SHS experiences)
- PIT week recordings (link to September 27th 2020 newsletter)
- Shortridge Racial Equity Summit: Shortridge Racial Equity Forum and Dr. Payne's interview
FACE -- Family and Community Engagement
Hello, our wonderful Shortridge Parents/Guardian,
Below you find a link from the Marion County Energy Assistance Program for utility services.
Check the link out to see if you qualify parents. If you do not need any assistance, please give this information to someone that needs assistance.
Parents, I sent out our Shortridge Compact Policy form last year. I would like for every parent to please return this form to me either by mail, drop it off at the school, or email the form back to me if you have already sent in your form "KUDOS" to you. All my information is below. If you need anything or have concerns about something that I am sending out, please contact me, and I will do my best to help you.
Choice Application Lottery
Don’t forget The Choice Application Lottery for the 2021–22 school year is now open for all grades, with the first round of lottery applications due by Jan. 29.
- Sixth-grade families at K–6 schools should apply to their preferred middle school.
- Eighth-grade families must apply for their preferred high school.
- Other families interested in exploring the many exciting IPS school options can learn more and apply through Enroll Indy on their website at enrollindy.org.
Gamma Phi Delta has a scholarship opportunity for minority high school seniors. The deadline I believe to submit application is February 15th. The link is below. If you have any questions, please only reach out to me. Mrs. Scott
https://www.gpdgamma.org/2018-scholarship
Thank you 🙂
Malinda Scott
Family and Community Engagement Liaison
3401 N. Merdian Street
Indianapolis, IN 46208
317-226-2810
PTSA
Join the PTSA! Your partnership and support are critical for our work at Shortridge!