• March 18-24: Neurodiversity Celebration Week
  

• March 19: Nowruz, The Persian New Year

• March 23-24: Purim
  

• March 31: Cesar Chavez Day

• March 31: Easter

And for a salute to the Irish, a quote from one of my favorite Irish poets, Derek Mahon: "The sun rises in spite of everything... Everything is going to be alright."

Design39Families:

PUSD 2024-2025 Continuing Student Registration is open!

Online Continuing Student Registration will be open from March 1- March 31, 2024. We must receive a completed digital packet for all returning students. This will allow for proper placement of your student for the 2024-2025 school year. This annual digital process allows a family to complete one single “family” packet instead of completing one packet per student. Packets can be completed using any computer, tablet or smartphone with an internet connection.

Continuing Registration Steps:

1. Login and complete the digital registration packet via the online registration portal found here.

2. Review and complete any required forms located at the conclusion of the process. A packet is not considered finalized until this step is completed.

Please note: MEDICATION FORMS or ADDITIONAL SIGNED SITE SPECIFIC FORMS WILL NOT BE COLLECTED UNTIL SCHOOL BEGINS IN AUGUST FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR.

Forgot your username or password? Need technical help? You can retrieve your username as well as reset your password by visiting https://password.powayusd.com and clicking the button that represents the help you require. Technical help is also available by sending an email to accounthelp@powayusd.com.

Please email your current Principal as soon as possible if you do not plan to return to PUSD for the 2024-2025 school year.

Thank you for your attention to this important process,

The PUSD Enrollment Team

Please see the flyer below for information about the D39C 2023-2024 Yearbook, including ordering information.

D39C is elated to welcome Marvin Davis to serve as our new campus supervisor. Hailing from Chicago, Illinois, Marvin spent his formative years in San Diego as part of a military family. Following his service as a United States Marine Corps veteran, Marvin has amassed 17 years of valuable experience in security and law enforcement. Presently, he holds the position of Director of Security at USGI Security, overseeing PM operations.

In addition to his professional endeavors, Marvin has a diverse set of interests. He successfully owned and operated a community barbershop for four years, showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit. Proudly, he is a parent to two daughters currently attending San Diego State University and a son who graduated from UCLA, delving into the tech industry.

Beyond his career and family roles, Marvin finds joy in various hobbies such as hunting, fishing, and riding horses. He humorously claims the title of "Grill Master," adding a touch of lightness to his multifaceted personality, and should fit right in amongst the Traeger-loving Design Facilitators at D39C.

Looking ahead, Marvin's career goals align with his passion for mentorship and community service. His aspirations include guiding and assisting young individuals in realizing and surpassing their potential while contributing meaningfully to their communities.

Welcome to D39C, Marvin. You belong here.

On Tuesday, March 19, precisely at 8:06 pm, the celebration marking the transition from winter to spring takes place. This special occasion is observed globally, especially by Persians, as they celebrate Nowruz, which translates to "a new day." The centerpiece of Nowruz festivities is the 'haftseen' table, adorned with various elements symbolizing concepts such as light, new beginnings, health, patience, wisdom, prosperity, beauty, and more. Each item on the table begins with the letter 's' in Farsi, and 'haft' signifies seven, making 'haftseen' the representation of seven 's' elements.

Persians joyously welcome the new year, gathering with family and friends to share in the celebration. The haftseen table remains set for 13 days, and on the 13th day, all the items are put away until the following year. Notably, the 'sabzeh' (greens or sprouts) is one of the elements on the table, and it grows in the days leading up to the new year. On the 13th day, the sprouts are tied in a knot, a wish is made, and they are returned to nature in running water.

To enrich the understanding of this tradition, a table will be set up in the Welcome Center, featuring a description and meaning of all the items. As we embrace the beginning of spring, take a moment to appreciate this cultural celebration, and if you have friends who observe Nowruz, extend warm wishes for a Happy Nowruz!

Neurodiversity Celebration Week is an annual event dedicated to promoting awareness, understanding, and acceptance of neurodiversity within the broader community. Celebrated globally, this week serves as a platform to highlight the diverse range of neurological differences, including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other conditions. The aim is to foster a culture that values neurodivergent individuals for their unique perspectives and abilities, challenging traditional notions of "normalcy" and embracing the richness that neurodiversity brings to society. Through various events, discussions, and educational initiatives, Neurodiversity Celebration Week encourages dialogue, empathy, and inclusion, fostering an environment where individuals of all neurotypes can thrive and contribute meaningfully to the world.

St. Patrick's Day, celebrated annually on March 17th, is a cultural and religious holiday that honors Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. While it has religious origins commemorating the arrival of Christianity in Ireland, the day has evolved into a vibrant and widely celebrated cultural festival. It is particularly popular in Ireland and among the Irish diaspora, with festivities extending to various parts of the world.

One of the hallmark features of St. Patrick's Day is the widespread use of the color green, symbolizing the lush landscapes of Ireland. Parades, concerts, and public events are organized in many cities, often featuring traditional Irish music, dance, and cuisine. The shamrock, a three-leaved clover, is a significant symbol associated with St. Patrick, and many people wear it as a decorative accessory during the celebrations. Additionally, St. Patrick's Day is often a time for people to come together at community gatherings, or family celebrations, fostering a sense of camaraderie and shared cultural heritage among those who participate in the festivities.

The AVID Tip of the Week is to participate in Socratic Seminars.

Participating in Socratic Seminars provides students with a valuable opportunity to develop critical thinking, communication, and analytical skills. By engaging in these student-led discussions, students learn to articulate their thoughts clearly, defend their opinions with evidence, and actively listen to and respect the perspectives of their peers. The Socratic method encourages open-ended questioning and exploration of ideas, fostering a deeper understanding of complex concepts. This practice not only enhances their academic abilities but also prepares them for real-world scenarios where effective communication and critical thinking are essential.

Moreover, Socratic Seminars contribute to the development of a collaborative and inclusive classroom culture. Students gain experience in respectfully challenging and being challenged by their classmates, creating an environment that values diverse viewpoints. This fosters a sense of intellectual curiosity and promotes active participation in the learning process. Through Socratic Seminars, students not only refine their cognitive skills but also build interpersonal skills, preparing them for future academic endeavors, professional settings, and civic engagement where the ability to engage in thoughtful and respectful dialogue is crucial.

It is that time of year where our 8th grade students will be selecting their courses for 9th grade. Please explore PUSD's 8th Grade Course Request website to ensure your learner is prepared for all the upcoming information for high school. This information includes dates and times for site visits, family night, parent drop-in sessions, and the course request window. Additionally, you will find information on intradistrict transfers.

Matt Bibby (last names A-I): mbibby@powayusd.com

Jennifer Asmann (last names J-R): jasmann@powayusd.com

Andrea Guevara (last names S-Z): aguevara@powayusd.com

Throughout the week, we eagerly immersed ourselves in a myriad of compelling narratives that serve as poignant tributes to the countless contributions and indomitable spirit of women, all in celebration of Women's History Month.

The Design39Campus student blog is a vibrant hub where designers share their experiences, ideas, and unique perspectives on Design39Campus. It offers a firsthand glimpse into student life, showcasing creativity and the power of student-led initiatives within the educational sphere. Reading this blog provides a direct connection to the student community, fostering empathy, understanding, and a glimpse into D39C.

Please click on the button above periodically to see what is happening around our learning facility.

Attendance and OCIS Contracts: If you have a student who will not be in class for 5-14 days, please notify the office so we can have the parents fill out an OCIS contract for their child. The forms will have to be completed and signed by parents 5-10 days in advance of the absence. Click here for a link to the OCIS Contract.

Parents are required to give 5 days notice for absences up to 5 days, 10 days notice for absences more than 5 days.

Prepping work for students who are absent is an incredible amount of work for our teaching staff and we ask that you give your child’s teacher as much advance notice as possible beyond the above guidelines.

We do not write contracts beyond 14 days. If you plan to be away for 15 or more days please contact the Welcome Center for the necessary procedures.

Would you like to become a part of the Design39Campus Team? Do you like to be outside and work with children? If so, we are looking for a few quality Motion Managers to help support our designers during body breaks and lunch during the middle of the day. Possible times are 10:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. or 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. If interested, please apply through Poway Unified School District at the this link.

Attendance: To report your child's absence or early checkout, please email the attendance office at d39cattendance@powayusd.com before 10:00 am on the day of the absence. Please include your child's name, homeroom/grade, dates of absence, and reason for absence. We kindly ask that you avoid checking out your student during the lunch period from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. Please refer to the attendance section of our Design39Campus website for protocols regarding reporting student absences and requesting early release for your student.'

California Education Code 48205 states that a student may be excused legally from school when the absence is due to:

• Personal illness or injury
• Quarantine under the direction of a county or city health office
• Medical, dental, or chiropractic services
• Attendance at funeral services for a member of the immediate family
• Justifiable personal reasons, including, but not limited to, an appearance in court, observance of a holiday or ceremony of his or her religion, attendance at religious retreats, attendance at an employment conference, when the pupil's absence has been requested in writing by the parent and approved by the principal or designated representative
  
• For the purpose of serving as a member of a precinct board for an election
• Exclusion for failure to present evidence of immunization
• Exclusion from school because student is either the carrier of a contagious disease or not immunized for a contagious disease

Communication with your Designer: If there is a need to communicate with your child during the school day, please send a message to your child’s LED or the Welcome Center. Please refrain from communicating with them directly through text messages or phone calls as it disrupts their learning.

Personal Items: For equity reasons, we are asking that students keep their personal playground equipment at home or in their backpack. Our wonderful Collaborative supplies us with enough funding to ensure that there is enough equipment during recess and lunch.

The D39C Collaborative is a 100% volunteer-run foundation designed to be responsive to the needs of students, parents, and learning experience designers of Design39Campus. Their mission is to expand and enhance the educational experience of every student attending Design39Campus.

PUSD Substitutes Needed: With flu, cold, and COVID season upon us, we are once again in need of qualified substitutes to support PUSD and our campus in the event of an LED absence.

If you or someone you know are interested in applying to become a substitute teacher with Poway Unified School District, please click here.

EmpowerED Digital Magazine: We are excited to debut the first-ever edition of our new EmpowerED Digital Magazine, to highlight all the ways you are empowering world-class learners every single day! We want to share with each other and the rest of our community what makes Poway Unified students, staff, and families so special in this visually pleasing, multi-media platform moving forward.

Click here to be taken to a flipbook to enjoy the magazine. You'll see slideshows, links, and videos embedded in the pages. We hope you love it as much as we do! Feel free to share it with your family, friends, alum, retirees - anyone who might enjoy it too.

Food and Nutrition Updates and Reminders: School breakfast and school lunch are FREE for all enrolled students, every school day. Meals must still be entered into the cafeteria computer by individual student account.

• Even though meals are free, families are still highly encouraged to complete the application for free and reduced-price meal eligibility. School site funding depends in part on the number of students eligible for free/reduced-price meals. Families that qualify for free/reduced-price meals may qualify for other benefits, as well. The meal application is available online at MySchoolApps.com.

• Printer-friendly PDF menus are available on the PUSD Food and Nutrition webpage. At the top of the page, click or hover over School Menus + and then Printable PDF Menus.

• Interactive, web-based menus containing nutrient and allergen details are available at MySchoolMenus.com, as well as via links from the F&N webpage.