Eagle Express

From: "Eagle Express" <no-reply@dvusd.org>
Subject: Eagle Express
Date: January 5th 2016

Eagle Express

    

        Tuesday January 5, 2015

 

 

 

GENERAL INFORMATION

 

Reminder for all staff and students-There are no drinks other than water allowed in classrooms or the Library at any time.

 

Students still in need of an ID can get one at the Bookstore before and after school or at lunchtime.

 

 

Students please be aware of the city of Phoenix's parking policies for our surrounding community neighborhoods.

 

Also REMINDER  there is NO PARKING allowed on the north curb of Hackamore in the student loading zone. All violators will be ticketed without warning sticker.

 

Please obey all posted signage.

 

Not obeying posted signage will result in your car being ticketed or towed at your expense.

 

If your car is towed see someone in security or conduct.

 

Students riding bicycles and skateboards on campus will need to use the sidewalks in a responsible manner, and not ride on the driveway entering the campus.  It is a safety issue with vehicle traffic .

 

 

Reminder: Students and Parents

The front desk will not accept personal items such as IPads, cell phones, money or lunches. There are also no deliveries allowed for students such as balloons, flowers, food or gifts of any kind.

 

 

Eagle Parents and Guardians,

As we continue our efforts to reduce paper usage and use digital access to important parent information, we ask that you follow this link to complete your annual Acknowledgment and Verification form. While we have sent this home as a hard copy in the past, we hope you can complete it online this year. Should you prefer a hard copy, please call Ms. Leptich at 623-445-7137. Click here to complete your Acknowledgment and Verification Digital Form now:  http://goo.gl/forms/byBlbABuJ0.

 

 

 

Remember to Stay Classy OC…You could be a Winner!

Place your ticket into the drawing box by Rosa Leptich's desk in the admin building for your chance to win!

 

 

Pictures

Picture Orders from picture day have arrived and are available for pick up in the bookstore.

 

 

Students

During MTSS time on Thursdays (After 2nd hour), there will be a presentation in the auditorium for students that are not utilizing MTSS time for academics.  These sessions will provide information that students can use to benefit the social and emotional aspect of their lives.  Scan the QR code to sign up for the presentation. The topics range from Creating The Mindset Of A Champion, Planning For Success At The Next Level, Getting Ready For College and much more.   Thank you and make your day great! 

 

 

 

 

 

IMMUNIZATIONS:

If you want a copy of your immunizations, please email Nurse Debbie at debbie.rodrigues@dvusd.org. Please allow 48 hours and bring a photo ID with you to pick them up.

 

Health Reminder: DO NOT come to school if you have a fever over 100.0 degrees or if you are vomiting or having diarrhea. You need to stay home for 24 hours.

 

 

Café

Have you had lunch at the OC Cafe yet?  Come on and try  --We offer a variety of food..... from, pizza, chicken sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs, popcorn chicken, salads, wraps, to  mexican and asian food.  With our meals starting at $3.00, it's a great deal.  All meals include, entree', side and juice, milk and a cup.  Come in today, we have some fun OC lunch ladies ready to serve your nutritional needs.

Have a great day Eagles!!!

 

 

Stugo

 

Mr. OC

Junior and senior boys, make sure you pick up an information paper for the Mr. OC pageant outside of room 426. Sign ups begin after break.

 

Class shirts and The Nest shirts are on sale in the Eagle Outlet.  Class shirts are $10 and The Nest shirts are $6.  Pick a shirt up today to show your support for your class and for the student section at sporting events.

 

 

Sports

 

Spring Sports try-outs begin Monday February 8th so make sure your athletic paperwork is turned in by Jan 31st to ensure you will have no delays in trying out.  If you have turned in a physical for this school year but not marked a Spring Sport please stop by the athletic office to have it added.   Late paperwork may not be accepted so don't delay.  Athletic paperwork available for pick-up in the athletics office or available on the school website.

Baseball

All Baseball Players! There will be an informational meeting this Thursday morning in Coach B's room 806 at 7:15 Am to discuss the upcoming season and spring Training camp. Be there!

 

 

Softball

All Girls interested in playing softball this season, there will be an informational meeting on Monday Jan 11 at 7:20 am Room 601.  If you can't make it to the meeting, stop by the Athletic Secretary's desk and pick up a camp flyer.

 

 

Football

Attention All Students Interested in Trying Out For Football:

Our after school lifting program has begun. Our workouts are every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday immediately after school. If you are not involved in a winter sport at O'Connor, You are expected to be there. See Coach Rodriguez for details.

 

 

 

Sand Volleyball

Attention Girls who are interested in Sand Volleyball...please come by room 819, Ms. Spartz's room for more information. 

 

 

Dodgeball Tournament

The annual Stugo hosted dodgeball tournament is January 14th at 6:30 pm in the main gym. Pick up your packets now outside of room 426 to begin forming your teams!

 

 

 

Student Reminder of behavior at games:

School dress code applies

No backpacks are allowed

No outside drinks will be allowed inside the stadium

You must have your ID with you

 

 

Clubs

 

Interact

Please help Interact support Crutches for Africa by bringing your crutches, Wheel chairs, walkers and other assistive devices to room 519.  Donations will be accepted until February 15th in order to have enough time to deliver the donation. 

 

 

 

Poetry and Creative Writing Club

Interested in slam poetry, creative writing, or writing workshops? Meetings are every Monday at 2:30 in Ms. Almeida's room (526). You don't need to be a writer to join. Club meetings will consist of watching and discussing poems, sharing writing, and future guest speakers. E-mail Ms. Almeida at alex.almeida@dvusd.org for more information.

 

 

Art Club

Art Club meets on Thursday's from 2:30-3:30.

 

 

ESCHOOL STUDENTS:  Now is the time to plan your online Spring classes with eSchool. Register for any of 125+ courses: Honors, regular and credit recovery classes offered. Classes accessible 24/7 online. Registration begins Dec. 1 and must be completed by Friday, Jan. 8 at 5 PM. Visit http://dvusd.org/eschool for information.

 

 

 

COUNSELING

 

Test Prep:

Students preparing for the Spring exams should know that  Kaplan Test Prep is offering $150 off all of their SAT and ACT test prep courses for a limited time. To learn more, visit kaptest.com/thanks or call 1-800-527-8378 and use code THANKS150.

 

 

 

 

Tutoring

After school tutoring in the Career Center.  If you are having any academic problems, don't wait until it is too late - get the help you need. Tutoring begins right after school until 3:30 every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

 

 

Scholarships and Counseling Dept. Info

Be sure to visit the Counseling Department website for valuable resources, including available scholarships opportunities and College and Career planning tools.

 

Seniors, be sure to connect with the college representatives from the colleges of your choice for information on programs, degrees, application information, financial aid, and more.  

 

http://www.dvusd.org/domain/1364 

 

 

Transcripts

Students that request copies of transcripts for pick up need to allow either Mrs. Mockler or Ms.Youngblood 24 to 48 hours to process their request. If you have requested paperwork for insurance, Social Security, full time student letters or any other forms to be filled out we also ask for a 24 to 48 hour processing period. Students are responsible for coming back to pick up their paperwork before school, after school or at lunches. A pass will not be sent out.

 

 

eTranscripts 

Need a transcript? Go to Parchment.com to create a free account and submit a transcript request online. Ordering your High School transcript on Parchment.com is fast, easy and secure.

 

 

 

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