The Phoenix Post
Aspire K-12 Updates | Week Ending August 30th, 2024
In this Edition...
- Principal's Corner🍎
- Join Aspire Student Council ⭐
- Aspire Clubs🎶
- K-12 In-Peson 💻
- Upcoming Dates 📅
- Counselor Corner👋
- PLC Fridays🤝
- What's Poppin' with PTSA🍿
- Bond & Override - Factual Info 🎞
- Aspire on F.I.R.E 🔥
Principal's Corner 🍎
Greetings Aspire Families:
As we mark the celebration of Labor Day, let's take a moment to honor the hard work and dedication of all workers, especially those in our community. Labor Day is a time to reflect on the contributions that each of us makes every day, and it reminds us of the value of persistence, teamwork, and commitment.
To our teachers, staff, students, and parents—thank you for the effort you put in each and every day. Your dedication plays a vital role in making our school a place of learning, growth, and success.
🥪🥨🍞🍎🍊🍉🍈 Parents - Please have students bring their lunches with them to school. Lunch drop-offs during the school day is highly discouraged. We understand that there are emergencies but if you can ensure that students come prepared for the day- it minimizes classroom disruptions and eases the work load of staff members trying to get lunches to your students in the building. Thank you for your help.🍕🍟🍔🥓🥯🥞
🚕 Transportation: High school students: Please wait inside the school for your ride to arrive. Students are not allowed to wait outside of the building unaccompanied.
Here are a few important reminders to ensure we continue to make the most of our learning opportunities:
🍎In Person Support: We have seen many students take advantage of the in-person support days!! Please encourage your students to continue to come into the Innovation Center to get their one-on-one support each week. High School Students - don't forget to get your punch cards for prize incentives. K-8 students - we will be introducing "Fire Cards" soon - stay tuned!
All students- Pizza with the Principal will be coming soon. This is to celebrate all students who exhibit the values of our FIRE matrix.
💻 Zoom Schedule for K-8 Students: To all students in grades K-8, please make sure you review your Zoom schedules regularly. Staying on top of your class times is essential to avoid missing any important lessons. Being present and engaged in your virtual classes is key to your success.
✅ Attendance Submission: Remember to submit your attendance via My Hours. This helps us keep track of your participation and ensures we can provide the necessary supports for your learning. Your attendance is crucial, so please make sure to submit it on time.
Have a wonderful and restful 3 day weekend!
As always, if you questions or concerns, please contact your administrator,
Mrs. Juliet Amara @ Aspire@dvusd.org.
Join Aspire Student Council ! ⭐
Are you ready to make a difference? Join Aspire Student Council and be the voice of your classmates. Apply today and help shape your school's future!
Click here to review and fill out the Student Council Application! Students must be in grades 5-8th.
Questions? Contact jessica.chernek@dvusd.org
This Week @ Aspire🔴🟠🟡
Mrs. Chernek conducting an in-person lab for Forensic Science students!
The High School Learning Lab was busy this week!
Our littlest learners working with Mrs. Robidoux!
Aspire Clubs🎨🎶
Aspire Clubs - Starting Soon!
Aspire is excited to offer various in-person and virtual clubs open to students!
Clubs will begin meeting in September - many include students Kinder through 12th grade.
K-12 In-Person Opportunities 💻
It's been great to see students taking advantage of In-Person Opportunities!
See below for the schedule for in-person support at the Innovation Center.
Students should bring their own *nut-free* lunch/snack if they are staying through lunchtime.
Upcoming Dates 📅
September 2nd | Labor Day - NO SCHOOL
September 6th | Full day - No Early Release
Counselor Corner 👋
Upcoming College Fair Opportunities
Private University Night
- Located at District Office - Governing Board Rooms (20402 N 15th Ave)
- Thursday, September 5th from 6-7:30 PM
West Valley College Fair
- Located at ASU West Campus from 6-8 PM on Wednesday, September 18th
- 65+ Colleges will be on-site with information!
PLC Fridays🤝
Today, teachers gathered in vertical teams to analyze data and create goals to support students in academic growth!
What's Poppin' with PTSA🍿
Monthly PTSA Update | August
Welcome to our newest members! Thanks to all the families and staff who signed up during Meet the Teacher! We are so excited to work with you!
BIG thank you and shout out to Raising Cane’s at 2804 W. Bell Rd. for providing our wonderful staff with a delicious welcome-back luncheon!
- Join the Aspire PTSA and get involved! It’s a wonderful way to empower our families and school community because we are stronger together!
- Please join us for our first general membership meeting of the year! We will meet virtually Wednesday, September 25th, at 5:30pm.
- Meeting link will follow.
- Next Executive meeting: Wednesday, September 11th at 5:30pm
- Meeting link will follow.
Parent/Guardian/Grandparent Membership $12.50
Student Membership $10
Faculty/Staff Membership $10
Business Membership $50
Make sure to follow us on Facebook! Aspire PTSA
Bond & Override - Factual Information
Birthday Shout-Outs 🥳
Want to wish your child a "Happy Birthday" on the Aspire Announcements? Click the button above to complete the Birthday Shout Out form!
Support our School! 🧡
Click the image for Tax Credit Donation Information!
Aspire on F.I.R.E 🔥
Aspire at the Innovation Center
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