IUSD VIRTUAL ACADEMY @ SAN JOAQUIN
Weekly Update for October 12th
SCHOOL WIDE INFORMATION
IMPORTANT DATES
Nov. 11th- No School. Middle School Schedule & High School Schedule for this week.
Nov. 25-27th- No School. Middle School Schedule & High School Schedule for this week.
Nutrition Services- We are excited to welcome students back to our campuses for in-person instruction and we look forward to continuing to meet the needs of our IVA students. For more information please click here
The Irvine Family Resource Center is available to IUSD Families and typically serves students/parents who are having difficulty accessing their mental health support through their insurance provider due to lapse of coverage, a limited amount of sessions, not having mental health coverage within their insurance provider or is having difficulty getting linked to an appropriate provider. For more information on their services, click HERE. They also offer workshops throughout the year. For information on their upcoming Virtual Parent Enrichment Series for October click HERE
Please see the links below for additional resources:
IVA Website Click HERE
Bell Schedule Click HERE
Program of Study Click HERE
Canvas Student Login Guide Click HERE
Canvas Parent Observer Guide Click HERE
Paper (Free Online Tutoring) Click HERE
Bell Schedule Template Click Here
Say Something- Click HERE
IVA MS and HS Live Student Technology Support
Tuesday-Friday
7:45-8:30am
Live Student Technology Support: https://iusd.zoom.us/j/2800610161?pwd=NmVWb2RIRkh6L0ZTcFRnOUxIb1doZz09
HIGH SCHOOL UPDATES & INFORMATION
IMPORTANT DATES
October 17th- PSAT/NMSQT (for Juniors) at Home Sites
October 23rd- Quarter 1 Ends
November 11th- No School. Click here for this week's bell schedule.
November 25th-27th- No School. Click here for this week's bell schedule
Women’s Service Academy Night- This a special event for young women who are considering attending a U.S. service academy. On Thursday, October 15th at 5:30pm they will host a virtual information session featuring three cadets who will speak to their experience as women in the military. To RSVP please click here.
Advanced Placement (AP) Exam Information- For more information on the AP exam information and registration please click here
High School Progress Grades are now available to view in the Aeries Parent Portal. Teachers have reported grades and/or comments for each of their classes. Students who have earned a D or F for this grading period, or who need additional support should attend teacher Office Hours every Monday. The link for Office Hours is located on each teacher’s course page in Canvas. Please follow Monday's schedule of when teachers are holding their Office Hours.
Collegewise Online Webinars- Collegewise has created free online webinars for our students and families. Their Runway series is carefully structured to give students and families the tips, tools, and timelines they need to reach their college goals. Please see the flyer Here to sign up or use this direct link.
GENERAL COUNSELING INFORMATION
IUSD Financial Aid Night was on September 24th. Please see the powerpoint HERE We will post the video once it becomes available.
NACAC Virtual College Fairs- Please visit the link HERE to attend. On each fair date, more than 600 colleges and universities will offer Zoom sessions and meetings. Students everywhere can log in, drop in, and ask questions.
SCHOOL SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Creekside High School
Counselor: Mr. Lane SamLane@iusd.org
All Creekside students
Irvine HS 9th Grade Students Last Name A-O
Portola HS 9th Grade Students Last Name A-H
University HS 9th Grade Students Last Name A-G
Woodbridge HS 9th Grade Students Last Name A-K
Mr. Lane’s Office Hours
Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri
7:45 - 8:15 AM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://iusd.zoom.us/j/6356913845?pwd=NXBHS251QnJQYzFTajBrb0NWSHM4dz09
Meeting ID: 635 691 3845
Passcode: 595901
Irvine High School
Counselor: Mrs. Klamberg AmyKlamberg@iusd.org
All 10th-12th Students
9th Grade Students Last Name P-Z
Mrs. Klamberg’s Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 - 8:30 AM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://iusd.zoom.us/j/88354754826?pwd=YXRnZGExUS9KSjJFR1c4TXpjMzc5UT09
Meeting ID: 883 5475 4826
Passcode: 6p!7Ui
Important Information for Seniors
Senior Meeting Class of 2021 Video- Click HERE
Senior Checklist- Click HERE
Letter of Recommendation Process for Seniors- Click HERE
Applying to Private Schools Video- Click VIDEO
Common Application Tip Sheet- Click HERE
IVC Assistance- Click HERE
Updated Scholarship Opportunities- Click HERE
UC Application Tip Sheet HERE
Northwood High School
Counselor: Ms. Kim MiJinKim@iusd.org
All 9th-12th Students
Ms. Kim’s Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 - 8:30 AM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://iusd.zoom.us/j/83582359633?pwd=WXdkUlM1ZjBSK1RnejluaDB3dzE1dz09
Meeting ID: 835 8235 9633
Passcode: Z3wt1u
Important Resources for SENIORS:
Counselor Letter of Recommendation Process: Click HERE
Senior College Presentation: Click HERE
Senior Checklist: Click HERE
Common Application Tip Sheet: Click HERE
AP Exam Sign-Up Information
NHS PRIORITY REGISTRATION is Monday, October 19 - Sunday, October 25
For NHS students ONLY. Highly recommended you purchase your exam during this time window to avoid the possibility that we run out of space + availability for certain AP exams.
REGULAR REGISTRATION is Monday, October 26 - Friday, October 30
Available for non-NHS students. We do expect to have non-NHS students registering and purchasing AP exams during this time window. It is a first come, first serve process before we run out of space + availability for a certain AP exam.
Please note that each exam is $105 and can be purchased directly from our NHS Webstore (there will be AP exam icons on the site come October 19th). After the October 19 - October 30 ordering window concludes, there will be a $40 late fee making each exam $145.
** Due to unique circumstances for the 2020-21 school year, if you need to cancel an AP exam purchase, you may do so for a full refund until Friday, March 12. After March 12, there are no refunds. For more detailed information about AP Exams, please view your Advisement Canvas page announcements. If you have any questions, please contact NHS AP Coordinator Mr. Kyle Kim-E at kylekime@iusd.org.
Northwood HS Weekly Bulletin:
To see the news/information/activities coming from Northwood HS, please view the NHS Weekly Bulletin HERE (updated weekly).
Portola High School
Counselor: Mrs. Markowitz ShariMarkowitz@iusd.org
All 10-12th Students
9th Grade Students Last Name I-Z
Mrs. Markowitz’s Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 - 8:30 AM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://iusd.zoom.us/j/85444307079?pwd=UW50d2VrRHBkN1ptREdFRnZ3cUFBdz09
Meeting ID: 854 4430 7079
Passcode: 1Hy1F0
COUNSELING DEPT: For up-to-date PHS news from the Counseling Dept., follow portolacounseling on Instagram
Cal Grant gives funds to every eligible student who meets the grant requirements. A Cal Grant pays for tuition, room and board, or books and other supplies for California colleges. Cal Grant applicants must also file the FAFSA or the California Dream Application each year between October 1st and March 2nd. IUSD electronically submits information for every senior in IUSD during fall of their senior year and the year following their graduation, as students who are in college who have not completed at least 24 college semester or 36 college quarter units will have to have their Cal Grant GPA verified by their former high school.
If you DO NOT wish your information submitted electronically, please complete this linked opt-out form and return it to Ms. Choudhary (melindachoudhary@iusd.org) by Friday, November 27, 2020.
COLLEGE/CAREER: Click here for College/Career Newsletter – This includes information on college visits, virtual college search information, ROP and work permit updates.
Click here for PHS College Visit Zoom Links
University High School
Counselor: Ms. Nguyen NancyNguyen@iusd.org
All 10-12th Students
9th Grade Students Last Name H-Z
Ms. Nguyen’s Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 - 8:30 AM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://iusd.zoom.us/j/84612288842?pwd=U1ZRMlFhbGxFaHlnTDBDLzNxY3hPQT09
Meeting ID: 846 1228 8842
Passcode: %8CKu4
Virtual Freshman Guidance Lesson: Hello, Freshman! The UHS counselors will be presenting the Freshman Guidance Lesson on Monday, October 12. Students will have the opportunity to log in to one of six sessions throughout the day to participate in the guidance lesson. You are required to attend only one of the sessions offered. The Zoom links for each time slot and the pre-survey you must complete BEFORE attending a session are posted as an announcement in your Advisement Canvas page.
PSAT/NMSQT for Juniors: For any Junior who has signed up for the PSAT/NMSQT at University High School, please note these important details!
When: 10.17.20 Saturday 8am – 12:00pm Check-in @ 7:30am
Where: University High School (Students will be emailed their assigned rooms)
Bring: Picture ID, Two No.2 Pencils, Approved Calculator, Face Mask
AP Exam Information: Please click here for information on AP Exams for University High School Students.
Counselor Recommendation Process for Seniors: Any Senior needing a counselor recommendation for college applications must fill out the Counselor Recommendation Packet. Once completed, please email directly to your assigned counselor from the 2019-2020 school year (alpha breakdown and counselor emails can be found in the packet). Please be cognizant of deadlines written in the Counselor Recommendation Packet and make sure to turn your packet in on time.
Senior Meeting PowerPoint & Packet: Please review the Class of 2021 Senior Meeting PPT & Packet from the Senior Meetings held on Monday 9/14 for important information regarding senior year and college applications.
Woodbridge High School
Counselor: Mr. Kem CameraKem@iusd.org
All 10-12th Students
9th Grade Students Last Name L-Z
Mr. Kem’s Office Hours
Monday-Friday
8:00 - 8:30AM
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://iusd.zoom.us/j/88326938459?pwd=MnUvbkc5cmVaQ3VaajZGN254aEVBZz09
Passcode: hR6mCi
AP Examination Information - Students that have Woodbridge as their home site will get the same priority as other Woodbridge students and will pay for their exams on the web store starting on October 19th.
STEP 1: You will have to fill out a Google Form (MANDATORY). You will be provided a separate code by email that will allow you to purchase your exam through the WHS Webstore: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSetO9Au6zO1CFduLUObw7t1UWgbmOyYLnizkO7BU1QcGGvjrA/viewform
STEP 2: Please view this link for instructions for purchasing your exam(s). As a Woodbridge student at SJHS you will have the ability to pay for the exam on the webstore: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1B7rHzVvmttrD4pAZjHFSjy705ODef2j0q3Vgth9O3OA/edit?usp=sharing
Additional information can be found here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/16ZO7kE30Cn_WVawZViVfdPp6RHtRqN9-5jZVjiJ7SKs/edit?usp=sharing
Warrior Tribe Canvas Page - The newly redesigned Warrior Tribe Canvas page is coming back as a virtual hub for all student activities on campus. Look for an invitation on your Canvas home page. Visit the relax room, where you can de-stress with music, yoga, and Bob Ross. Connect with clubs, take a poll, and contact your WHS ASB – all in one convenient location. Links and announcements for student groups and grade levels are available as well. Make sure to accept the course invitation!
Senior Student/Parent Workshops at WHS - The WHS Counseling Department has put together presentations to help support students and parents regarding the college admissions process. We invite you to keep up to date with the latest information by viewing all presentation slides and videos: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_ZMCTq-a4eZulPH81Lm9V4CndM2wwazuxfVG7kWRxMU/edit?usp=sharing
Middle School Updates & Information
IMPORTANT DATES
November 11th- No School. Click here for this week's the bell schedule.
November 13th- Trimester 1 Ends
November 25th-27th- No School. Click here for this week's bell schedule.
Elective Change Request Form- If your student is interested in changing their elective for 2nd trimester please use this form. The deadline to submit is October 12th. An email was sent to all IVA families on October 5th with the information as well.
Class Schedules- Please see the schedule for the weeks of 11/9 and 11/23
City of Irvine Classes- Interested in taking a class designed for middle school students through the city? Check out there classes by clicking here or check out the flyer
Middle School Progress Grades are now available to view in the Aeries Parent Portal. Teachers have reported grades and/or comments for each of their classes. Students who have earned a D or F for this grading period, or who need additional support should attend teacher Office Hours every Monday. The link for Office Hours is located on each teacher’s course page in Canvas. Please follow Monday's schedule of when teachers are holding their Office Hours.
IVA Middle School Calendar Click HERE
Free Virtual Tutoring- The College of Education at California State University, Fullerton has created a free virtual tutoring program for. This tutoring program includes math, science, language arts and social studies. In addition, the program has tutors who can tutor students who are taking high school Spanish or French, and students who are participating in dual immersion programs. Please use this link to sign up for a date, time and subject area: https://virtualteachingcoecsuf.as.me/schedule.php
COUNSELING INFORMATION
Beacon Park
Counselor: Ms. Hebl jessicahebl@iusd.org
Beacon Park Counseling Canvas Page
Ms. Hebl’s Office Hours
Monday- Thursday 8:00 AM-8:25 AM
Click on Canvas Page Link to Access Conferences For Office Hours
Cadence Park
Counselor: Ms. Diaz BrittanyDiaz@iusd.org
Ms. Diaz’s Office Hours
Mondday’s 1:30-2:00 Wednesday’s 8:00-8:30
8:00AM - 8:30 AM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://iusd.zoom.us/j/82316532992?pwd=cUROMERIcmRnaDVQUnhZTS9rcnVUUT09
Meeting ID: 823 1653 2992
Passcode: 6EK5p6
Jeffrey Trail
Counselor: Ms. Trapp ( Student Last Names A-Lee )
· To set up an appointment: https://bit.ly/CheckInTrapp (Links to an external site.)
· Send a message via Canvas!
· Send an email: michelletrapp@iusd.org
Counselor: Ms. Jong ( Student Last Names Leeg-Z )
· To set up an appointment: https://bit.ly/CheckInJong (Links to an external site.)
· Send a message via Canvas!
· Send an email: juliannejong@iusd.org
Virtual Counseling Office Hours: 8-8:25 (Tuesday - Friday)
Link: https://bit.ly/JTMSOfficeHOURS
7th grade Jeffrey Trail Counseling Canvas Page
8th grade Jeffrey Trail Counseling Canvas Page
Virtual Coffee With Counselors
What: Since middle school is the first time students in IUSD have a School Counselor, your JTMS Counselors will be hosting our “Coffee With Counselors Event” to introduce ourselves, share the role of a school counselor, how students and families can access their school counselor and what support school counselors can provide to our families. During that event, we also invite our Librarian, Youth Action Team Coordinators and PTSA President to share their roles and supports for our JTMS families. We hope you can join!
Who: JTMS Parents (Hybrid and IVA)
When: Wednesday, October 14th at 8:30am
Where: Zoom! We will be sending out a zoom link the morning of the event on Wednesday, October 14th
How to RSVP and receive the zoom link: http://bit.ly/RSVPJTMSCOFFEE
Lakeside
Counselor: Ms. Barro WhitneyBarro@iusd.org
Lakeside Counseling Canvas Page
Ms. Barro’s Office Hours
Tues- Fri 8:00 AM -8:25 AM
Join Zoom Meeting
LMS Counselor Office Hours Zoom Link
Plaza Vista
Counselor: Ms. Parola DanaParola@iusd.org
Plaza Plaza Vista Counseling Canvas Page
Plaza Vista Counseling Office Hours
Monday- Friday 8:00AM-8:25AM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://iusd.zoom.us/j/84459244932?pwd=V0o1M1dUTWlrVUF3VzFaQVpYSHBSdz09
Meeting ID: 844 5924 4932
Passcode: 571851
Rancho San Joaquin
Counselor: Ms. Amadi ArushiAmadi@iusd.org
Rancho San Joaquin Counseling Canvas Page
Office Hours Monday- Thursday 12pm-12.25pm
Join Zoom Meeting
https://iusd.zoom.us/j/89158275730?pwd=cUhEM3VydmZxQm4ycmlHSFZ4MVY1dz09
Sierra Vista
Counselor: Ms. Alexander (7th Grade) AlyssaAlexander@iusd.org
Counselor: Ms. McKinnon ( 8th Grade) DebbieMcKinnon@iusd.org
Sierra Vista Counseling Canvas Page
Ms. Alexander’s Office Hours
Wednesday’s 11:00a-11:50a
Password: Alexander1
Ms. McKinnon’s Office Hours
Tuesday's 8a-8:30a
Password: chargers20
South Lake
Counselor: Ms. Watkins TamiWatkins@iusd.org
South Lake Counseling Canvas Page
Ms. Watkins’s Office Hours
Tuesday - Friday 8:00AM - 8:25 AM
Join Zoom Meeting
By Appointment Only
Monday's 8:50-2:15
Vista Verde
Ms. Ozgur HeatherOzgur@iusd.org
Vista Verde Counseling Canvas Page
Ms. Ozgur’s Office Hours
Mon-Fri from 8:00-8:25am
Venado
Counselor: Ms. Garcia ErinGarcia@iusd.org
Ms. Garcia's Office Hours
Monday's 8:15a- 9:15a
Tuesday- Friday 8:00a-8:25a
Meeting ID: 591 995 6783
Passcode: 2bewell
Students message thru CANVAS or complete Request for Check In to set up contact.
Families please email eringarcia@iusd.org to set up contact, please indicate preferred time and format (phone call, Google Meet, Zoom)