Skyrocket Newsletter

Dear Launch Academy Student & Parent/Guardian,

We are a few days from the conclusion of our second quarter (Q2). I know that you have been working hard and are several assignments away from finishing your classes. Feel free to use the systems of support that we have available for you to help you complete your Q2 classes. Reach out for support, we are here for you!

Remember: Your goal is to complete your assigned Q2 classes this quarter by the week of December 11th.

Student Support Systems:

• Office hours to meet online with your teachers/Academic Coach
• SpaceHub Hybrid/In-Person Support (In-Person) [Tuesday-Friday 9:00am to 12:30pm]
• Online Tutoring Support System [Monday-Friday afternoons]
• Saturday Online Support

It is important to complete your Q2 classes on time because we are preparing "Winter Academic Opportunities" ONLY for students that complete all their Q2 classes. These opportunities are Credit Recovery and Credit Acceleration. The course offerings will depend on the academic needs of our students.

We know you can finish your Q2 classes on time - Finish Strong!

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

Dr. Ulloa - Principal

jesus.ulloa-higuera@sweetwaterschools.org [escríbeme en Español]

Launch Virtual Academy

• Space HUB (Hybrid) In-Person Student Support (Tuesday - Thursday) 9am to 12:30pm at our administrative offices 1411 27th Street San Diego, CA 9215.
• NO SPACE HUB ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15TH
• Online Tutoring (Monday through Friday)
• Online Saturday Support (9am to 12pm)
• Your Voice Matters: LVA students, please click on the link to vote on the school mascot and colors. LVA School Mascot and Colors

• Winter break will run from December 18th to January 9th.
• First Day of School for our third quarter (Q3) is Wednesday, January 10th, 2024.
• Students that received an "I" Incomplete in one or more Q2 classes can continue working during Winter Break until January 6th, 2024.
• Student Class Schedules will be available in Infinite Campus Portal on Friday, January 6th.
• We will also email schedules on Monday, January 8th, 2024.
• For questions related to your classes, contact your Counselor.
  

Thursday, Dec 14 from 1pm to 3pm at our school's administrative offices.

Launch Virtual Academy will be offering two Winter Acceleration opportunities for students. These classes will run from December 18th to January 5th. Students will be required to attend live sessions and finish the class in the time allotted to receive credit. Students may only take ONE acceleration class.

Health

• Open to 9th, 10th and 11th Graders

• Students must have NO Incompletes in Quarter 2 and be on track to graduate

US Government

• Open to 11th Graders ONLY

• Students must have NO Incompletes in Quarter 2 and be on track to graduate

Students must check in live between 10am-12pm on the days below, if enrolled in the class.

• Week # 1 - December 18th -21st (Monday - Thursday)

• Week # 2 - December 26th and 27th (Tuesday and Wednesday)

• Week # 3 - January 2nd - 5th (Tuesday - Friday)

This is a great opportunity to get ahead. If interested, please complete the Google form. Your counselor will review your eligibility and contact you via email. Spots are limited and students will not be added once the course is full. Click HERE for the form.

If you receive an “Incomplete” grade in Q.2, you will be able to continue working on the course during Winter Break Credit Completion and cannot enroll in Winter Acceleration.

Thank you

The Launch Team

If you attended picture day and want to buy pictures click on the link: https://v2.myproimages.com/mgportraits/27365/search

Pictures must be purchased by 12/19/23.

• Space HUB support is offered to students Tuesday through Thursday from 9am to 12:30pm at our school's administrative offices located at 1411 27th Street, San Diego, CA 92154.
• NO SPACE HUB ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15th.
• Snacks and Lunch are provided.
• Students will attend their online classes and receive in-person support from teachers, tutors, and support staff.

• Monday (12pm to 4pm) and (6pm - 9pm)
  • Click HERE for the live link.
• Tuesday (2pm to 9pm)
  • Click HEREfor the live link.
    
• Wednesday (2pm to 4pm) (6pm to 9pm)
  • Click HEREfor the live link.
• Thursday (2pm to 9pm)
  • Click HERE for the live link.
• Friday (12pm to 4pm) and (5:30pm -7:30pm)
  • Click HERE for the live link.
    
• Support for English, Science, History and Math

• Support for Math and English
• Bilingual Support Provided
• Click HERE for the live link.

What is the District English Language Advisory Committee (DELAC)?

The DELAC for SUHS meets monthly to advise the local governing board on programs and services for English Learners. The DELAC assists in developing and providing input in establishing district programs and goals for English Learners. Meetings are held monthly at the district office. Launch needs one parent representative and two alternate representative for the DELAC team.

Email courtney.quinn@sweetwaterschools.org is interested in serving on this committee.

P-EBT 4.0 is a federal program, providing food benefits to families with eligible children who may have missed free or reduced-price meals at their school or childcare because of COVID-19. P-EBT 4.0 is the fourth and final version of the P-EBT program following the expiration of the federal Public Health Emergency. P-EBT 4.0 provides benefits to eligible children for the 2022–2023 school year and summer 2023. All P-EBT 4.0 cards will be issued by the State of California and sent to student households by September 30, 2023.

• Students who were enrolled in a virtual school or homeschool may be eligible if they exited an in-person school after January 2020, and they must have been in Independent Study for the 2021-22 AND 2022-23 school years. These children can apply for P-EBT 4.0 benefits by visiting GetPEBT.org. Applications can be submitted between July 21, 2023 and August 15, 2023.

Flyer and more details HERE.

We apologize for the challenges some parents are facing while attempting to create or access their accounts through the Canvas Parent App. We continue working with the CANVAS support team to facilitate this process. As we wait for a resolution, the best course of action is for parents begin by attempting to log in using the QR code method.

Creating your CANVAS Parent Account

Step 1. Get your student you generate a Pairing Code for you. Guidelines HERE.

Step 2. Using a computer's internet browser go to https://suhsdk12.instructure.com/login/canvas

Step 3. Select "Parent of a CANVAS User" and enter your information including your self-selected password and your student Paring Code.

*At this point you already will have access to your student CANVAS classes as "Observer"

Now, let's get the CANVAS Parent Phone App to work

Step 1. Download CANVAS Parent phone App on your phone.

Step 2. Select the bottom option "QR Login". And select that you already have a CANVAS accont.

Step 3. Now, after successfully logging into CANVAS on a computer, go to “Account” > “QR for Mobile Login” and Scan the QR CODE from your phone CANVAS Parent App.

Guidelines with Screenshots 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!

Attention Seniors c/o 2024. Please contact MG Portraits and schedule an appointment for your senior and Cap and Gown portraits. Click on the link to schedule an appointment: https://www.mgportraits.com/

Click on the flyer for more information.

Click HERE for tech support

CALFRESH CAN HELP! Click HERE for more information

Hello Rockets!!! If you have a passion for culinary arts, a desire for delicious flavors, and a desire to connect with other food enthusiasts, this club is for you. Join us as we embark on a journey to discover, learn, and enjoy the art of cooking.

Click on the link: Cooking Club

If you want to nominate someone for the next Rising Star please fill out the form by clicking on the flyer.

Click on the flyer and fill out the form for more information.

Want to learn how to research, articulate arguments and clarify ideas? Then join the Debate Club. Please fill out the Debate Club Interest Form:DC Form

Did you know LVA has a crochet club? We are currently looking for new members of all skill levels even if you don't know how to crochet we are able to help out. If you are interested please complete the form by clicking on the flyer.

Click on the picture and fill out the form to join our yearbook club.

Click on the image to join the VEX robotics club.

How to get a Work Permit All SUHSD students must:

1. Have a 2.0 or higher GPA.
2. Attend school regularly.
3. Interviewing or in the
process of being hired.

If you qualify, please follow the steps below.

1. Complete the Work Permit application (SUHSD Form No. B1-1). All highlighted
sections must be completed by the appropriate persons.

2. Return the application to Monica Castro at
monica.castro@sweetwaterschools.org.

Your Work Permit will be issued within 1-2 business days if you meet the all the requirements. After receiving your Work Permit you will be required to take it to your employer.

Work permits will be canceled if a student no longer meets the requirements. Work
Permits must be renewed each year at the start of school, or if employment changes.

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.