Phoenix Newsletter

Good afternoon, Phoenix!

We are officially at the end of week 4 of hexter 4 There are two more weeks left in this hexter, so let's make sure that we finish strong.

There are some new and exciting things happening here at Discovery as we work to progress and make DISCOVERY the SCHOOL to be at!

We are working on a pilot regarding attendance, which you can read about below.

Please make sure you RSVP to our next family engagement night at Tinseltown. Spots are filling up fast!

Quarter 4 sign-ups for night school will be happening shortly, so please be on the lookout for that announcement.

It is very important to make sure that your student's contact information is updated in Infinite Campus. Please take the time to make sure the proper emergency contacts are in and all information is updated. If you need to make any updates, please call Mrs. Flores in the main office at 719-391-3121.

As we approach the end of the hexter, know that anything is possible. Be an inspiration that makes you want to share your joy with others.

-Dr. Wiggins

We are featured in the Gazette this week for our Night School program! Check out the news post by following this link: https://gazette.com/news/education/night-classes-give-local-students-alternative-paths-to-graduation/article_c8491e58-be45-11ef-ae04-3b4230b73bad.html

New Attendance Contract Procedure:

• Once a student reaches the absence limit of 3 absences, and gets a fourth, they will have a meeting with Dr. Wiggins. During the meeting, the student will be given an attendance contract, where they are required to summarize their absences, obtain current grades with teacher initials, explain why they should be able to continue with excessive absences, and come up with a panel consisting of two staff members and a student of their choice.
• The filled out contract is due 48 hours after the meeting with Dr. Wiggins.
• Upon return of the completed contract, the chosen panel will convene and decide if the student can have a second chance.
• The panel meetings can be held before school, after school, or during mentor.
• Once the panel reviews the request, the student will be brought into the meeting.
• The student will have the opportunity to state their case.
• The panel will ask and answer questions.

• 2/1: Outdoor Education - Mrs. Thomas
• Community Service Opportunity!
• Fundraiser at Panda Express! 9:30am-9:30pm
• Support our Yearbook Team!
• 2/5: Ropes Challenge Course
• 2/6: Parent Teacher Conferences 5pm - 6pm
• DAAC Meeting 6pm - 7:30pm
• 2/7: Teacher Workday - No Students
• Family Engagement Night @ Tinseltown 5:30pm - 8pm
• 2/11: Hexter 5 Foundations Orientation 5pm - 6pm
• 2/12: EDI Meeting 4:30 - 6:00pm
• 2/14: 💘 Valentine's Day! 💖
• Fun Activity Day!
• Last Day of Hexter 4
• 2/17: President's Day- No School
• 2/18: 1st Day of Hexter 5
• Early Release
• 2/20: Board of Education Meeting 6-8pm

Mrs. Thomas's geology class learned about soil and then collected it to analyze under the microscope! Students saw different types of soil, different sediments, and plant matter in each of their soils.

This hexter, Mr. Slaughter organized a full day of mindfulness practices and physical activities! For the first half of the day, students rotated in stations between mandala coloring, breathing exercises, origami, and glitter water bottle-making!

After lunch, we walked over to the Widefield Parks & Rec Center for some weightlifting, lap walking, basketball, volleyball, and overall good times spent together.

At the end of the day, we had an all-school volleyball game (where the teachers and staff absolutely destroyed the students)! 😂

More pictures from Phoenix Day will be in next week's newsletter!

Check out a news post from KRDO News reporting on our new student-ran business!

https://krdo.com/news/school-buzz/2025/01/21/the-school-buzz-discovery-high-schoolers-launch-student-run-business/

Phoenix Creations New Tumbler Collection – Now Restocked!

Get ready to shine with our brand-new, UV reactive, glow-in-the-dark, and glitter tumblers! Whether you want a tumbler that dazzles by day or glows at night, we've got the perfect one for you.

Personalized Tumblers & Mugs from only $15!

Make it truly yours with a custom design. Choose from school logos, or our newly available selection of graphics and quotes and create the tumbler of your dreams. Perfect for gifts or treating yourself!

Limited Stock – Don’t Miss Out!

These tumblers have been restocked, so grab yours today before they’re gone again. Brighten up your day with a tumbler that’s as unique as you are!

Proudly a Student-Run Business

When you shop with us, you're supporting students! All proceeds benefit the students involved as well as help develop their career skills. It's a win-win: you get a fabulous tumbler, and you help support WSD#3 students!

Visit us now and shop the full collection!

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Students who would like to earn credits for working at a job, there is now a Google classroom with helpful videos and the WBL packet that needs to be completed. If you are wanting to earn one credit for every 60 hours, please make sure you select the link and enroll in this class. This is necessary to earn credits per semester. Please see Ms. Shea if you have any questions or need any help.

WBL Classroom

Students, if you are graduating this year and haven't purchased your cap and gown, please follow this link to order! They are on sale until January, and there are multiple packages to choose from.

Order Cap and Gown

Senior Information from Taco Night

There are more links in this folder that are highlighted in green.

If you would like to have FREE professional senior photos taken by Mrs. Shea or Dr. Wiggins, please follow the link below to fill out the form!

Senior Photo Mini Session survey

Phone: 719-391-3121

Website: dhs.wsd3.org

Email: floresdanielle@wsd3.org

Location: 701 Widefield Drive, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80911

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