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Launch Virtual Academy - QUARTER 2 (Week 5)
[October 31-November 4 ] 🚀 THIS IS Q2 WEEK 5 🚀
What happens in PE classes? - Let's Stretch!
This is Ms. Petty (PE teacher) in action with Mr. Delgado and Mr. Nieto
If you have not checked your progress report grades, I invite you to access them through Infinite Campus Portal your email inbox or by contacting your Academic Coach. By the end of this week (Week #5) we will be reaching the half way mark of our second quarter. Next progress report comes out on November 18th.
Your goal is to complete your assigned Q2 classes this quarter by the week of December 12th.
On a more festive note - if you celebrate Halloween - On behalf of Launch Virtual Academy's staff, we wish you a safe Halloween. Have fun, enjoy the companionship of friends, family, and neighbors! Share your Halloween pictures in our 2022 Launch Academy Google Photos Folder
"When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better too.” — Paulo Coelho
Dr. Ulloa
School Principal
Direct line of support:
- Call us at 619-628-2650
- Email/TEAMS erik.hernandez@sweetwaterschools.org [Student Programs Facilitator]
- APEX related support Email/TEAMS yadira.conchas@sweetwaterschools.org
News for this week
- On Tuesday, November 1st - Launch Academy middle school students are invited to join in-person the Southwestern College Middle School Day at Southwestern College’s main campus.
- On Tuesday & Wednesday - "Hybrid In-Person Support" from 9:00am to 1:00pm at our school administrative offices located at 1411 27th Street, San Diego, CA 91154.
- On Wednesday, Join Mr. Virgen to build our school's Trebuchet to participate in "Game of Throws"
- On Thursday, attend Southwestern College parent night at 4pm.
District/Community Events for the week
Saturday, November 5th "Game of Throws" South Bay Pumpkin Smash & Festival at Eastlake Middle School from 9:00am to 3:00pm.
Saturday, November 5th San Diego County of Education (SDCOE) Offers Connect 2 Compete Computer Distribution Program from 9:00am to 12:00pm.
Quarter 2 Progress Report 1
It is Quarter 2 Progress Report time. Click HERE to see how to check Progress Reports on the Infinite Campus Portal. In addition, Progress Reports were emailed to both parents and students on the evening of Friday, October 28, 2022.
Alternative Household Income Survey
Parents, We Need Your SUPPORT AND HELP!
Please fill in the Alternative Household Income Survey. Under California’s Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF), school districts receive additional funding based on the number of students qualifying for free or reduced-price meals (FRPM). Even if you think you do not qualify, please fill in the form. This will help Launch Virtual Academy and the Sweetwater Union High School District.
Here is the SURVEY: https://bit.ly/3sCWIqf
It will only take 5 minutes to fill out.
Thank you
Courtney Quinn
Assistant Principal - Launch Virtual Academy
"Lunch with Launch" - Wednesday, Oct 26 at noon
Join our school's principal in a LIVE conversation about school updates.
Access meeting recording HERE
"Almuerzo con Launch" - Jueves al medio dia
Acompañe a nuesto director en una conversación en vivo referente a los avances de nuestra escuela.
De click AQUÍ para ver la grabación de la reunión.
In Person Support (Hybrid), Saturday Support Center and Tutoring
What is In-Person Support (Hybrid)?
- Hybrid support is offered to students every Tuesday and Wednesday from 9am to 1pm at our school 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.
- We will have teachers, tutors and support staff available to help you with you school work.
- Sign up by clicking HERE -
- Upcoming Support Dates: October 15th, November 5th, December 3rd and December 10th
Tutoring
- Monday to Thursday (5:30 - 7:30pm)
- Click HERE for the live link and for support.
- Specializing in Social Science, English and Spanish.
Launch Virtual Academy - Dates to Remember 2022 - 2023
Click HERE to see important dates for the 2022 - 2023 school year. Dates subject to change. Please check this document regularly.
*New Clubs Added!*
Join Launch Academy's "Pumpkin Smash Team"
"The Game of Throws"
Join our team to design and build a mechanical device to throw pumpkins! We have four weeks to get ready. We will participate in South Bay Pumpkin Smash “Game of Throws” on Nov 5th.
On Wednesday, November 2nd Join Mr. Virgen on a BUILD SESSION in-person
Contact Mr. Virgen to join [misael.virgen@sweetwaterschools.org]
Senior Portraits
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
SWC Senior Parent Night
Launch Virtual Academy would like to invite you to join our Southwestern College Senior Parent Night!
This virtual event will be on Thursday, November 3rd, from 4pm-5pm.
Please open attached SWC Senior Packet for the zoom link to join the meeting, information on the SWC Early Admissions Program, and how to apply!
Please contact your counselor if you have any questions: https://www.launchvirtualacademy.org/team/counseling/
Computers for school at a discount!
C2K is offering the opportunity to get a desktop or laptop at a discounted price with a special drive-through event.
When: November 5, 2022 from 9:00am to 12:00pm
How: Register Here
8th Grade Southwestern College Middle School Day
Attention 8th grade students! You are invited to attend the Southwestern College Middle School Day at Southwestern College’s main campus. Learn more about the different career pathways that are offered at SWC, as well as other opportunities, including earning an AA, transfer tracks and career opportunities. Ready to get started on your college journey? Find out how you can start taking SWC courses in 9th grade!
When: November 1, 2022
Where: SWC Main Campus
Time: 8:30 am – 1:30 pm
Pick up/Drop off: Southwest Middle School, 2710 Iris Street, San Diego, CA 92154
Please complete the Parent Permission and Hold Harmless forms and return to Ms. Saiki (karen.saiki@sweetwaterschools.org).
College Credit Opportunity
Are you interested in earning 3 units of UC/CSU transferable college credits and a high school elective credit for free?
Launch Virtual Academy will be offering a Southwestern College course during Quarter 3 through Quarter 4:
Administration of Justice 111.
This synchronous course will be offered virtually.
*Course offering will be dependent on meeting enrollment requirements by deadline set by SWC
Course Description
AJ 111 - INTRODUCTION TO ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE
3 UNITS
Introduces the history and philosophy of criminal justice with an overview of the criminal justice system identifying the various segments and the roles and interrelationships: overview of crime, criminals and causal theories, jurisdiction of local, state, federal criminal justice agencies, survey of professional career opportunities, and ethics and professionalism.
Launch Virtual Academy:
January 31-April 20 th
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 1pm - 2:30pm
Virtual / Synchronous
Eligible Students:
9th - 12th grade students
No outstanding "Incomplete" grades in core classes
Recommended 2.5 or higher Academic GPA
Cannot exceed enrollment of 4 classes
Must be enrolled at Launch Virtual Academy Q3 and Q4 of current academic year
If you are interested or have questions, please email your counselor by November 1:
College Fair 2022
Come see representatives from many different colleges for FREE and learn about their admissions process.
When: 10/26/22 from 6pm-8pm
Where: 1895 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego CA, 92018
MEChA Leadership Conferece at SDSU
Interested in becoming a voice for change for the Chicano community? Come develop your leadership and communication skills through fun interactive workshops hosted by SDSU!
Register Here!
For additional questions contact
Gretel Rodriguez at [gretel.rodriguez@sweetwaterschools.org]
College Application Workshop - Launch Virtual Academy
Planning on applying to a four-year college or university? Ready to get started on your application? Register for this VIRTUAL college application workshop!
When: 10/26/22
"Launch CONNECT"
This is our MAIN CAMPUS online! All students, teachers, counselors, administrative support staff, and administration team are part of Launch Connect. All parents that have created an "Observer" account in CANVAS are also part of Launch Connect.
"Launch TV" is presented by CTE Multimedia students through Launch Connect.
The main purpose of Launch Connect is to be an online place for ALL Launch Academy educational community to communicate and interact. Join us in Launch Connect!
Save the Date - Virtual Career Nights
Welcome to Launch! At the next link you will find useful videos to help you get familiar with our school's online systems - Onboarding Information HERE.
It is BLAST! to have you with us
Attendance at Launch Virtual Academy
Student Attendance at Launch Academy is based on "Student Satisfactory Course Progress" as measured by a combination of student digital engagement and classes tasks.
1. Student Digital Engagement:
- Student joining LIVE Sessions in Microsoft TEAMS
- Interacting in CANVAS classrooms
- Meeting with teachers during office hours
2. Class tasks; readings, quizzes, tests, etc.
3. Being on Pace to complete the class on time.
Launch Counseling Services
Feel free to reach out to our amazing Counseling Team - click HERE
Need Help Buying Food For Your Family?
CALFRESH CAN HELP! Click HERE for more information.
Make One-On-One Appointments with Teachers and Counselors
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!
Tech Support
The Federal Communications Commission started a temporary program to help eligible families pay for Home Internet service. Click HERE for more details.
Launch Virtual Academy Students can get a one-year FREE subscription to the digital version of the San Diego Union Tribune. Use your school email address to claim your free subscription - Then, feel free to enjoy the newspaper daily in your computer, tablet or in your phone using the SD UT App. Click HERE.