Dimond Newsletter

With the snow and then the cold, our parking lots and walkways are pretty icy. We throw gravel on all of our sidewalks, but wind and thaw can sometimes encapsulate the gravel before we can get to it again. ASD Department of Operations plows and gravels our parking lots. With that said, we know the parking lots and sidewalks are still very slick. Please walk carefully (shuffle your feet or walk like a duck). Thank you for driving safely in the dark mornings, and watching for students walking across the drop off lane. We all want everyone to arrive safely to school!

Warm Regards,

Principal D’Atri

Map Testing

This winter, students will be taking the MAP Growth Assessment during the testing window which occurs December 2nd-13th. The assessments will be taking place during Math and Language Arts classes as part of the curriculum for the course. MAP growth assessments are important benchmark assessments that help measure student learning throughout the year and ensure proper placement in students' courses. Their assessments are also great predictors of student success in classes as well as nationwide tests such as the PSAT and SAT.

Please see the following link for further information - 2024 Dimond MAP Newsletter.

Yearbooks

Want to purchase a 2024/2025 Dimond Yearbook? Click on this link www.yearbooksforever.com and select Dimond High School on the dropdown menu.

Year books are $65 and the goal is to have them delivered by the end of the current school year.

Senior Portraits and Quotes

Seniors can submit their own senior portraits and senior quotes here: http://bit.ly/3MHOKGn

The deadline for submitting senior portraits and senior quotes is November 27th (before the Thanksgiving break). There will be no extension. If a senior does not submit their own photo, the photo that Fitzgerald Photography took on Picture Day or Picture Retake Day will be used.

Dimond Students,

In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week, we are excited to invite interested students from Dimond High School to attend the Alaska Works Apprenticeship Expo in Anchorage. This dynamic event highlights the many opportunities available within the construction industry’s apprenticeship programs and offers a chance to explore hands-on experiences and career pathways.

What to Expect at the Expo:

• Hands-On Activities: Immerse yourself in the construction industry with activities like building a sawhorse, crafting a toolbox, and trying out welding and soldering.

• Interactive Displays: Engage with cutting-edge equipment and simulators that will inspire your interest in the field.

• Meet Industry Professionals: Connect with experienced professionals who will share valuable insights into apprenticeship programs and career opportunities.

• Learn About Apprenticeships: Discover how apprenticeships can be a gateway to a rewarding and well-paying career in construction.

This event is hosted in partnership with the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Alaska DOT&PF Civil Rights Office, and the Alaska Building and Construction Trades.

Event Details:

• Date: Tuesday November 19th

• Bus Departure: 10:00 AM from Dimond High School

• Return Time: 11:50 AM

If you're interested in attending, please pick up a permission form from the Curriculum Office and return it by Monday, November 18th.

If you have any questions or need more information, please see Mr. Lewis, Academy Coach, in the main office.We hope to see you there!

Tardy Culture

As we welcomed students to school in the mornings, we counted how many students arrived after the tardy bell. For the week of October 14th, there were upwards of 70-100 students walking in tardy each day. That is 5% of our whole student body! This indicates a culture of tardiness that does not serve students well in their employment beyond high school. Tardiness also sends a message to our community that school time isn’t important. In an effort to change a culture of tardiness, the student services team started implementing the following strategies last week:

1. Each morning there will be a table set out for students who come in after the bell. They will fill out a “tardy slip” with their name, the time, and where they are going. This is NOT punitive. It is for letting staff know why students are in the hall and where they are going.

2. We will conduct one random tardy sweep per day (between 2nd and 6th hour) for the next two weeks, then three times a week after that. If a student is found in the hall when the late bell rings, they will receive an automatic detention to be served within two days.

3. Monday is “Tardy Monday.” Our Attendance Office will run a report in the morning that details each student’s tardies from the previous week. If the student has 4 tardies, they will be served a lunch detention and their parents will be called. If they have 8 or more for the week, they will be assigned a day of ISS by Assistant Principal Hayden.

King Tech

Registration is open for King Tech courses 2nd semester for juniors and seniors. Students attend in the morning or afternoon. Students, contact your counselor if you are interested in attending.

Seniors 2025

If you are looking for information pertaining to seniors, please click this link! This a live link to a Google Doc that will be updated throughout the year.

Senior Information from the Counseling Office

Attention seniors and parents of seniors! Please read this senior fall information and contact your counselor if you need assistance or have questions.