NOVEMBER 10, 2024

• Thank you Veterans!
• Career and Technology Classes - Current juniors and sophomores
• ILEARN Checkpoint #2 information - Students in Grades 3rd - 8th
• Naturalization Study Sessions and Exam - Current Seniors - Graduation Requirement

On Veterans Day, all of us at Northwest Indiana Online School want to express our heartfelt gratitude to all the brave veterans who have served our country. Thank you for your courage, sacrifice, and dedication to keeping us safe. Your commitment inspires us and teaches us the true meaning of bravery and patriotism.

To those in uniform serving today and to those who have served in the past, we honor you today and every day. To all who have put their lives on the line in defense of our nation, thank you.

On November 19, 2024, students in grades 3 -8 will take the ILEARN Checkpoint #2. Students in 3rd - 8th grade have the option to take the test remotely from home or in-person.

COMPLETE THIS FORM TO LET US KNOW IF YOU WILL

TAKE THE ILEARN CHECKPOINT IN PERSON OR REMOTELY FROM HOME

PLEASE RESPOND BY THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2024

What: ILEARN CHECKPOINT #2

When: TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Start Time: 9:00 am

Where: Virtually from home ~ you will login with information emailed to you.

or

You may come in person to the Trojan Learning Center: the location of the NWIOS office.

• You will also find information about attending the PCCTC open house to learn more about their CTE options.

• Programs available can be found here: https://pccte.org/programs/
• Students may choose from several different pathways that provide a wonderful opportunity to explore careers, earn college credit, earn industry-recognized certifications, gain entry-level positions, and boost academic skills at the same time.

• Students complete an enrollment form to be considered: LINK TO ENROLLMENT FORM.

• Students are encouraged to list backup choices to help ensure a placement. Spots are limited.
• Applying on time is one factor for a successful application.

• Students also have the opportunity to visit our website at pccte.org and to reach out to teachers for information.

• Online CTE applications are open now, and they are due on or before Feb. 1, 2025.

A couple of tips when filling out the application:

• Expect CTE classes to be an in-person class.
• The enrollment form for all countywide CTE programs is open, with a priority deadline of Feb. 1, 2025.
• When completing the application, make sure to use use correct grammar and spelling.
• It is important to only capitalize the first letter only of your name, street name, city, state, and other proper nouns.
• Failure to complete the form thoroughly could result in a delay of acceptance into a program.
• Check over your work. If you complete the application successfully, you will receive an email showing the information you have entered.

Indiana Code 20-30-5-7 requires public Indiana high schools to administer the naturalization examination, provided by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), to each student enrolled in a U.S. Government course where credit is awarded for General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors, or Core 40 with Technical Honors designation.

Test Materials and Process:

General information regarding the naturalization examination can be found here. Students will participate in the naturalization examination, which contains 100 items. Students participating in the naturalization examination complete 20 of the 100 items. A student score of 60% (12/20) is considered passing on the student’s first attempt.

To help NWIOS students get ready for the assessment, Mr. Chris Richardson, DSC teacher, will hold two study sessions. Students may choose to attend in person or virtually. In-person study tables will take place at Duneland School Corporation's ANNEX Building 411 S 10th Street, Chesterton IN 46304

• Friday, November 15 from 9:15 am - 9:45 am

• Monday, November 25 - 1:15 - 1:45 pm

Testing Day!

NWIOS Students will take the Naturalization Exam IN-PERSON on December 3, 2024.

Time: 10:30 am -12:30 pm

Location: Duneland School Corporation ANNEX 411 S 10th Street, Chesterton IN 46304

If you have any questions regarding the Naturalization Exam, please reach out to me or to Mr. Richardson (crichardson@duneland.k12.in.us)

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - ACADEMIC SUPPORT SESSION

• VIRTUAL 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
• RSVP and we will send you a link to join the virtual support session.

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

REMOTE: Grades 3-8 ILEARN Checkpoint #2 -- RSVP for more information

Friday, November 15, 2024

Grade 12 Naturalization Exam VIRTUAL study session

• 9:15 am -9:45 am
• An email was sent from Mr. Chris Richardson, DSC Teacher, to all seniors. The invitation has the link to join the virtual study session.

Monday, November 25, 2024

Grade 12 Naturalization Exam VIRTUAL study session

• 1:15 - 1:45 pm
• An email was sent from Mr. Chris Richardson, DSC Teacher, to all seniors. The invitation has the link to join the virtual study session.

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

• Picture Retakes
• Grade 12 REQUIRED ONSITE 10:30 am -12:30 pm Naturalization Exam
• Location: 411 S 5th Street, Chesterton IN 46304
• REMINDER- Grades K - 8 WILL NOT have an onsite testing day

Monday, December 16, 2024 by 11:59 am

• All assignments due in EdOptions Academy for NWIOS Students

Don't miss out on our in-person and virtual support days! Students attending these sessions are getting one-on-one or small group help from our skilled team. They receive guidance on using resources, academic support, and help catching up on classes, plus help creating schedules to stay on track. Use the button below to sign up or click here.

Then, our first virtual Academic Support Session will be on WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2024 from 10:30 am - 12:30 pm.

RSVP and we will send you a link to join the virtual support session.

For more information, call 219-983-3743.

For any NWIOS Student who did not get their picture taken or is otherwise interested in retakes, they are scheduled for December 3rd.

More information will be forthcoming as the date gets closer.

The NWI Online School Office is located at Duneland's Trojan Learning Center at 601 W Morgan Avenue, Chesterton, IN 46304 -- Please use Door 9.

Call 219-983-3473 to reach Mrs. Palko and the NWI Online Office

Instructional EXL Aide - Preschool

Duneland School Corporation's Developmental Preschool is looking for staff to work in an instructional aide capacity. If interested, please visit the DSC website for more information.

https://www.duneland.k12.in.us/administration/employment-opportunities

Located within the Duneland School Corporation, the Trojan Learning Center (TLC) offers a wealth of learning opportunities for young children and their families. The TLC is also home to the offices of the RISE Academy (Alternative Education) and DSC's Northwest Indiana Online School.

Did you know? Our early childhood programs feature FREE Birth-to-School activities for caregivers and children! Duneland School Corporation provides preschool options for children ages 3-5, including two classrooms for children with developmental delays and Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), as well as two additional preschool rooms operated by our community partner, the Duneland Family YMCA. All of the preschool classrooms utilize a proven curriculum that helps children grow in thinking, social skills and emotional well-being ensuring each child has a fun and supportive learning experience. Additionally, all preschool students participate in engaging and enjoyable activities together!

The TLC also hosts speech services for children aged 3-5 who qualify. Families can bring their children to learn and work one-on-one with a speech pathologist at our center.

Best of all, the DSC preschool and walk-in speech services are free for qualifying children. The Duneland Family YMCA preschool is available for a nominal fee. Did you know it is the only local preschool that includes swim classes?

Join us at the Trojan Learning Center, located at Door 9 on the south side of the Duneland School Corporation Administration Building, and take advantage of these amazing early learning opportunities.

Do you have questions?

Are you ready to come learn with us?

Explore all that TLC has to offer!

Call 219-983-3743.

Learn more about the FREE Duneland Early Learning HUB Classes at the Trojan Learning Center

Click on the images below to enroll.

While not an inclusive list, but rather a short list of common NWIOS support needs. If you're not sure who to contact? Call 219-983-3743. Mrs. Palko, Administrative Assistant, will help guide you in the right direction.

1. Questions about classroom work:

1. Your Edmentum Teacher

2. The DSC NWIOS Success Coaches (Coach Sara and Coach Gabby)

3. Special Education Teacher, if applicable

2. Questions about technology support:

1. If it’s a Duneland issued device: https://duneland.incidentiq.com/requestor/dashboard

2. If it’s an Edmentum login issue: Edmentum Support or Administrative Assistant: Mrs. Palko mpalko@duneland.k12.in.us

3. Looking for parent or guardian login information: Administrative Assistant: Mrs. Palko mpalko@duneland.k12.in.us

3. Questions about scheduling:

1. Email: nwionline@uneland.k12.in.us

4. Questions about pacing status:

1. Success Coaches (Coach Sara and Coach Gabby)

2. Administrative Assistant: Mrs. Palko mpalko@duneland.k12.in.us

3. Director, Mrs. Jarka cjarka@duneland.k12.in.us

5. Questions about attendance:

1. Administrative Assistant: Mrs. Palko mpalko@duneland.k12.in.us

2. Director, Mrs. Jarka cjarka@duneland.k12.in.us

Contact the Duneland School Corporation IT department via one of these methods:

1. Open a IncidentIQ ticket by sending an email to: helpdesk@duneland.k12.in.us
   
2. Log into IncidentIQ and submit a request duneland.incidentIQ.com

The new 2024-2025 Duneland School Corporation Calendar has been adopted by the Duneland School Board of Trustees. Click the link above to see all the date for next school year.

The goal of the Duneland School Corporation district school newsletters is to inform students, parents and the school community about school-related information.

This year, the Duneland Schools will share information that pertains to opportunities our students may be interested in outside of school on a special page on our website. These available opportunities are offered by not-for-profit partnerships and organizations within our school district boundaries and local communities. Follow this link to Community Opportunities.

Want your event/activity/camp posted on this page? Submit a request by email with the flyer/information to the Duneland Schools Administrative Center to ahicks@duneland.k12.in.us and bmartinson@duneland.k12.in.us.

For more information on ALL the current Camps being offered at CHS visit Athletic Camps/Events on the CHS Athletics webpage.

To make an appointment please call 219-763-8112. Let NorthShore know you are a Duneland School student or staff member and that you would like to make an appointment at the Duneland School Clinic located at the old CMS.