2019-2020 HS Weekly Update
Week of May 18th
OIAIS Upcoming Events
5/11: Virtual Schooling Continues! Please click on this link to see our Virtual Schedule and Office Hours. Please note that attendance at virtual classes are now optional. Teachers will be posting the recordings on Managebac.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/155mMwGVkPtMSQjPaHBP3LD21c9ayPoLmQe_9j6dY1H4/edit?usp=sharing
5/19: Senior Salute (Virtual) Scholars see email for link
5/21: End of Year Assembly (Virtual) Scholars see email for link
5/21: Last Day of School
6/1: Class of 2020 Drive-In Graduation
Here is a link that includes all recent emails regarding school closure:
Check Out Our Minotaur News
Class Highlight For This Week: Digital Communication-Words of appreciation from our staff
The Digital Communication instructional program prepares students to gather, process, and deliver news through a variety of print and online formats, including newspapers, magazines, journals, annual publications, weblogs (blogs), and other traditional and new media platforms. We would like to share words of appreciation from our teachers to Mrs. Brunk and our DC scholars.
Thank you, Mrs. Brunk and the entire DC team for all of your hard work throughout the year keeping this stream of 'culture' going! It's been so much fun to see the gifts and talents of these Scholars using this digital playground!
These have brought me such joy in all of this. Your team is an inspiration!!
Thank you, April and Minotaur Newsteam!! You ROCK!
These kids look like they're having so much fun doing this! What an excellent opportunity for them, and they're actually gaining real professional experience.
Yes, thank you so much! We appreciate you having dance included!!
Culture of Contribution: Teacher Appreciation Month
ALEKS-Math Resource (Free of charge for 2-months grades 3 -12)
ALEKS is providing students with a free 2-month subscription. Courses include math grades 3-12, SAT/ACT test prep, and college readiness mathematics.
Critical Elements to be successful during virtual schooling
- Review your Managebac and StudentVue/ParentVue to keep up on activities and required assignments.
- Don't miss those virtual sessions. They are a great way to connect with your fellow scholars and teachers and be part of a community.
- Complete ten minutes of IXL for English and ten minutes of IXL for Math EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY
- Create a schedule and stick to it.
- Ask questions and attend office hours.
- Be sure you are exercising every day.
- Maintain a sense of humor and patience: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7lwWcHJbxBw
Ways to support others in this challenging time
During this time many of our most vulnerable groups need extra assistance. Donating to a food bank and giving blood are two ways we can help those in need.
Donate Blood: https://www.vitalant.org/Home.aspx
Academic Advisory
Academic Advisory
Zoom Office Hours and Updated Contact Information:
Jenna Burden (9th)
602-753-7254 (Google Voice and Text) - Anytime Normal business
hours
John Yanke (10th)
8-3pm M-W, Th 12:30-3 pm Zoom ID 850-018-0918
Karyn Smith (11 & 12th)
Zoom hours - Monday and Wednesday 11-12:00 pm
Friday 8-9:00 am
623-980-3192 (Google Voice and Text) - Anytime Normal business
hours
2020-2021 Registration: If your student missed their registration, please have them email our registrar, Ms. Renee, at rzavala@topamail.com
Juniors:
Changes to testing: College Entrance Exams:
SAT has cancelled its June test. Testing will begin in the fall with either weekend testing as normal or digital testing if in-person administration is not possible. Registration window will open at the end of May.
ACT
-June 13 and July 8 still testing at this time
Junior Essay Help:
One of the best professionals in the college essay industry, Ethan Sawyer, is offering a FREE virtual boot camp.
June 1st, 3rd, & 5th
Mon, Wed, Fri (10:00-11:30am OR 4:00-5:30pm Pacific Time)
ECAP: Mrs. Smith will be sending out a sign-up genius to schedule the remainder of ECAP meetings for the juniors. Look for email in Managebac and sent directly to parents by mid-week.
Junior/Senior MALES: ALL males are required to register for Selective Service within 30 day of their 18th birthday. There are two ways to do this: register at SSS.gov or check the box on your FAFSA.
Seniors:
Administration requires all seniors to complete information regarding college acceptance, scholarships, and contact information. Please complete this by May 4. This will be sent to your Managebac email also. Senior Reporting Form
Please check your college accounts to keep updated on any changes made to decision dates.
It is important to reject any offers from schools you do not plan to attend.
If you have not completed FAFSA, this is an important task to complete. Please contact Mrs. Smith for help at karynsmith@topamail.com
Final transcripts will be sent to colleges if you have completed the permission form and put the school into BridgeU. Instructions on the Application Cheat Sheet in the newsletter.
Seniors attending GCU Fall 2020: May 8 at 9 am, Celeste, your college rep will be on campus to distribute swag bags for you. Check your email for more information.
BridgeU
As you accept or decline offers, you need to note it into BridgeU. Please review the video link that will walk you through the process. If you have not yet decided. https://dn2wcv3o2gypx.cloudfront.net/storing-application-details.mp4
Here is a link to your application cheat sheet: https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vS3GYQlJjkyiuAuIBX0mWL4D0f8rkStaO_jcWJnnx-Iz8z2E8WRFYjIDbHRUM2jssbjHTSmUF8VM-eJ/pub
All Students
Scholarship: Breakthrough Challenge Video
Who: anyone 13-18 yrs old
Description: create a short— under three minutes— video explaining a challenging concept in physics, mathematics, or the life sciences in an engaging, illuminating, and creative way
Award: $250,000
Deadline: June 25, 2020
Register: www.breakthroughjuniorchallenge.org
Students who took ASVAB: Students and parents: The ASVAB Career Exploration is offering a free webinar series on career exploration. Check out the flyer for additional information and registration .
ACT Registration is May 8 for the June test
Summer school information
This year all options for summer school will be online. Please see the attached pdf for information regarding each option. Not all schools have all options. Please speak to your counselor or registrar prior to enrolling in any program to ensure you make the correct selections.
Odyssey Institute For Advanced and International Studies
Email: khurley@topamail.com
Website: www.odyprep.com
Location: 1495 South Verrado Way, Buckeye, AZ, USA
Phone: 623-327-1757
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OIAISHighSchoolCampus/